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In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber are joined by leadership development guru Frank Devine. Frank shares insights about which methods of leadership development work and which don't.

After a long and varied career within HR working with some of the best organisations, people and academic research, Frank shares what he has learnt testing different "best practices".

His research led him to develop the Cathedral Model (check out this link or visit the episode web page to see a diagram). It emphasises skills like recognition, coaching, and constructive feedback. We also discuss the pitfalls of traditional reward systems and the importance of creating a culture from the bottom up.

Tune in for practical strategies to enhance your team's performance and drive organisational success. You can also hear James and Jimmy's latest successes... a daughter landing a job and a punter landing tickets for the FA Cup semi-final—no prizes for guessing which is which.

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In this episode, we dive into how to make more money at work while still enjoying what you do. We chat about everything from the difference education makes to earnings, choosing the right industry and company, to the importance of ongoing development whilst climbing the corporate ladder. We share our stories and tips on networking, moving companies, and why enjoying your job is as essential as your paycheck! Plus, we discuss the downsides of focusing too much on money and why it doesn't always equal happiness.

We also both have new gadgets this week. James's nine-year-old iPhone finally breathes its last, and Jimmy realises a new remote control is cheaper than a new TV.

Tune in for a mix of practical advice, humour, and some hard-earned 'wisdom' on balancing money and job satisfaction.

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In this episode, we are joined by Amanda Gilbert, and we dive deep into collaboration in the workplace. We discuss the importance of collaboration, how to achieve it, and the common corporate pitfalls that can prevent it. We share practical steps for setting up collaborative environments, building trust among team members, and achieving shared goals.

We also highlight real-world examples of successful collaboration and provide insights on leveraging collaboration tools and techniques. Tune in to learn how to enhance your team's performance and achieve better results through effective collaboration.

Plus, we discuss what treats Mrs Lawther is getting for her birthday, the plight of children leaving the nest and a great TV box set recommendation.