The Sticky From The Inside Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Andy Goram sits down with Nick Court, founder and CEO of The People Experience Hub, to tackle a bold question: "Are we measuring employee engagement all wrong?" As organisations pour time and resources into engagement surveys and scores, Nick challenges the effectiveness of these traditional methods and suggests that we’ve been missing the mark.

Andy and Nick dive deep into the flaws of current engagement measurement practices, exploring why chasing numbers might actually be detracting from what truly drives a thriving workplace. Nick introduces the PX3 model, a revolutionary approach that goes beyond surface-level metrics to uncover the real factors that influence employee experience and retention.

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• Traditional employee engagement metrics are flawed.  It's more nuanced.
• Effective employee engagement measurement should know, "What makes an employee engaged here."
• The Px3 Think Feel Do model goes beyond a score and uncovers what needs focus and why
• Internal benchmarks are far more valuable than external comparisons.

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The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:10 - Is chasing employee engagement scores leading us astray? 00:06:11 - What does true employee engagement look like in your organisation? 00:09:07 - The dangers of focusing solely on engagement scores 00:14:04 - Why a singular engagement metric may be misleading 00:17:51 - Rethinking net promoter scores for employee engagement 00:23:14 - Introducing the Px3 model - a new approach to measuring employee experience 00:28:56 - Why outcomes matter more than engagement scores 00:35:18 - Predictive analytics are the future of employee engagement measurement 00:41:24 - The case for internal benchmarks over external comparisons 00:42:53 - How to create a culture where employees thrive

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In this episode of Sticky from the Inside, host Andy Goram sits down with leadership coach and visionary, Dan Tocchini to explore the transformative power of vision, resilience, and authentic connections in leadership and company culture. Dan shares profound insights on how embracing discomfort and facing personal and professional "exile" can lead to deeper wisdom, stronger relationships, and extraordinary success.

Discover why a strong vision is the cornerstone of effective leadership and how it can free you from being held hostage by past failures or current circumstances. Learn how to cultivate resilience and stay committed to your goals, even in the face of adversity, and why authentic connections are forged in the toughest of times.

If you're looking to transform your approach to leadership and company culture, this episode is packed with actionable advice and thought-provoking concepts that will inspire you to lead with purpose, overcome challenges, and create lasting impact.

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• How to turn discomfort into a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
• The role of vision in freeing leaders from the constraints of history and circumstance.
• Why resilience and commitment are crucial for achieving extraordinary results.
• The importance of facing reality head-on to unlock new opportunities for success.

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The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky from the Inside 00:03:14 - Dan Tocchini on Transforming Leadership and Company Culture 00:06:15 - The Role of Philosophy in Leadership Development 00:09:57 - Phenomenology and Neuroscience: Understanding Leadership Behaviour 00:12:24 - How Vision Shapes Leadership and Company Success 00:19:38 - Embracing Discomfort for Personal and Professional Growth 00:26:54 - The Importance of Resilience and Commitment in Leadership 00:33:13 - Leading Through Crisis: Lessons from Personal Tragedy 00:39:00 - Overcoming Exile in Business Leadership 00:44:04 - Authentic Connections and Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 0000:46:40 - Key Takeaways: Mastering Leadership and Creating Impact

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Dale Whelehan, CEO of Four Day Week Global, joins host, Andy Goram to share his expertise on the potential benefits and challenges of implementing a four-day workweek, and how this can reframe the role that work plays in our lives, and re-shape business and society for good. If you're a business leader seeking to create a more sustainable and equitable work environment while enhancing employee well-being, this episode might be just what you're looking for.

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• The benefits a four-day workweek can bring for your team's well-being and productivity.
• Actionable strategies for successfully implementing a four-day workweek in your organisation.
• The positive impact of reduced work hours on employee productivity.
• How a four-day workweek can significantly improve work-life balance and increase satisfaction and retention.
• How AI supports shorter workweeks and how it will revolutionise the way we approach productivity.

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Building Stickier, Competition-Smashing Organisations 00:03:22 - The Four-Day Workweek Debate 00:06:18 - The Purpose of the Four-Day Workweek 00:08:07 - Addressing Concerns and Criticisms 00:13:21 - Human Motivation and Organizational Behavior 00:15:14 - The Psychological Impact of Work Hours 00:18:07 - Evidence for a Four-Day Workweek 00:20:36 - Broader Societal Impact 00:25:30 - Long-Term Effects and Industry Differences 00:28:17 - Employee Utilization of Time Off 00:30:00 - Importance of Psychological Safety in Leadership 00:31:01 - Global Leadership in Work Time Conversations 00:36:15 - Impact of a Four-Day Week on Financial Situations 00:37:55 - Harnessing AI and the Future of Work 00:43:21 - Emphasising Quality Over Output 00:44:59 - The Impact of AI and the 80/20 Rule 00:45:37 - Three Pieces of Advice for Businesses 00:47:06 - Motivating the Workforce 00:47:45 - Where to Find More Information

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Andy speaks to Megan V Walker, podcast host, independent Power Platform consultant and Microsoft Business Applications MVP about no matter how big or small your business, you have to be to really think about your workplace culture.

But what have these two got in common?  Well, they're both independent, both go into other peoples' businesses and have to work with and adapt to those cultures, whilst considering and espousing their own.  So more than you'd think at first. Oh! and they both host podcasts too.

In this conversation they cover topics like personal brand, engagement, purpose, personal values, behaviours as a marketing tool, how throwing fish around a Seattle Fish Market has inspired them both, "borrowing the theories of an excellent book "The Company of One" by Paul Jarvis, the "consistent chameleon" and whether or not a "Culture of One" exists.

Plus, Megan leaves behind her 3 Sticky Notes on the virtual walls of the Sticky From The Inside studio, in an attempt to help you successfully take forward your culture of one.  A list of useful links and a full transcript of the show can be found lower down in these Show Notes.

Here's a link to the full transcript of the whole episode, so you can check out what we said in more detail.  It was originally automated, but I've done my best to tidy it up, and I think it's pretty accurate, but if there are errors, please don't get mad :)

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My first ever guest, Karen Turton, serial entrepreneur, CEO of Purple Story, ex Learning & Development Director of Transition, and National Innovation in Training Award nominee,  joins me to talk about her controversial views on modern performance measurement, empathy, employee engagement, workplace culture, customer experience, and how well leaders are equipped to deal with some of the softer skills and values needed in business today.

Describing organisations in a Forrest Gump-esque way, as a "box of chocolates" with a range of hard and soft centres, comparing Rugby World Cup captain, Martin Johnson's Big Talk and Little Talk, with Karen's Big E, Little concept of customer experience, how things are moving on from Jim Sullivan's business teachings and receiving my set of summarised Sticky Notes to put up on the virtual walls of the Sticky From The Inside studio, that listeners can take back to the ranch, were all part of the conversation.

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Here's a link to the full transcript of the whole episode, so you can check out what we said in more detail.  It was originally automated, but I've done my best to tidy it up, and I think it's pretty accurate, but if there are errors, please don't get mad :)

See the transcript here

What on earth is the "Sticky From The Inside Podcast" all about?  And, what is a "Stickier Business" for goodness sake?

Well, this first, introductory episode seeks to answer both these questions and give you a little more insight into what this podcast is about.

The level of employee engagement across the globe is frankly shocking and it hasn't changed in years.  I'm your host, Andy Goram and I'm on a mission to help businesses and their employees get much more out of their working relationship and create great workplace cultures, happier places to work and tonnes more mutual success.

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Full Show Transcript

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Dr. Randy Ross, a renowned expert on axiology, shares profound insights into the impact of values and purpose in organisational life. In an engaging conversation your host, Andy Goram and Dr. Ross explore the concept of axiology, including its beginnings in ancient Greek Philosophy and it's more modern interpretations, as a means to help and guide individuals and organisations in making purpose-driven decisions that are good for the employee, company, community and planet alike.

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• The impact of axiology in business and unlock its potential for success.
• The secrets to building a business that adds significant value to the community.
• Workplace cultures that provoke positive change, drive growth and success.
• Personal and organisational purpose statements that drive motivation and achievement.
• The principles of creating sustainable value and generosity in business. 

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky from the Inside  00:03:28 - Dr. Randy Ross' Background  00:07:24 - Purpose of Business  00:11:25 - Creating Remarkable Value  00:15:34 - Bridging the Gap  00:15:44 - Axiology and Value Judgments  00:18:29 - The Seven Maxims of Value Creation  00:22:00 - Pursuit of Happiness and Money  00:27:01 - Responsibility and Ownership  00:30:24 - Purpose Statements and Value Judgements  00:44:44 - Sticky Notes of Wisdom 00:47:18 - Conclusion and Call to Action 

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Why are such common sense things like essential, human skills, still not common practice when it comes to leadership? In this episode of the Sticky From The Inside podcast, host Andy Goram delves into the topic of human leadership skills in the workplace with guest Thomas Gelmi, an international coach and author of Breakthrough and The Coaching Code. Both Andy and Thomas express frustration at the gap between recognition of the importance of human leadership skills and their practical implementation in the workplace today. The conversation emphasises the need for organisations to prioritise personality development over traditional leadership skills, with Thomas highlighting the impact of authentic, empathetic, and compassionate leadership on team dynamics and overall performance.

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• The art of transforming common sense "soft" leadership skills into common practice.
• How to overcome barriers to fostering a more collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Understand the significance of fostering empathy and authenticity in leadership.
• Unpack the role of personality development in becoming a successful leader.
• The crucial role top management plays in driving cultural change and creating a positive work environment. 

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky from the Inside  00:01:22 - The Importance of Human Leadership Skills  00:05:57 - Thomas Gelmi's Unconventional Background  00:09:37 - Key Facets of Effective Leadership  00:14:04 - The Challenge of Integrating Human Leadership Skills  00:18:27 - The Importance of Communication Skills  00:19:27 - The Biggest Mistake in Communication  00:23:31 - The Influence of Dominant Alpha Males  00:27:00 - Shifting Organisational Cultures  00:32:51 - The Process of Change  00:35:46 - The Impact of Unintentional Behaviour  00:38:10 - Raising Awareness in Organisations  00:43:52 - Sticky Note Wisdom  00:47:25 - Conclusion and Farewell 

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Jim Vaselopulos, the founder of Rafti Advisors, podcast host and author of the book "Clarity: Business wisdom to work less and achieve more" is no stranger to navigating the complexities of the modern work environment. With a wealth of experience in executive coaching and advising businesses, Jim brings a unique perspective to achieving workplace clarity. In an engaging conversation with your host, Andy Goram, he sheds light on the importance of curiosity for business leaders and the nuances of overcoming emotional barriers in decision-making and offers invaluable advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to elevate their performance and achieve exceptional results.

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• How to enhance productivity by achieving clarity in noisy environments.
• The power of curiosity.
• How to deal with emotional barriers to make confident and rational decisions.
• Master the art of timing and sequencing actions.
• How conscious competence can take you to the next level

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:03:08 - Navigating the Modern Work Environment 00:05:29 - The Power of Podcasting 00:07:40 - The Importance of Clarity 00:10:49 - Recognizing the Lack of Clarity 00:15:40 - The Power of Curiosity 00:18:09 - The Importance of Listening 00:23:06 - Addressing Root Causes 00:27:27 - Breaking the Self-Justification Cycle 00:32:05 - Emotions and Decision-Making 00:36:30 - Prioritisation and Timing 00:41:41 - Attaining Clarity 00:43:06 - The journey to conscious competence 00:45:27 - Sticky Notes Wisdom 00:47:22 - Podcast Close

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Andy Goram chats to Joshua Berry, CEO of Econic and author of the book "Dare To Be Naive", a book about leadership and business being a force for good. In this conversation, they explore the essence of intentional, conscious actions and their transformative impact on leadership. They look at how this approach creates a positive ripple effect through organisations, leading to stronger cultures, and higher levels of employee engagement and retention.

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• Seeing your "Ripples of Impact"
• Why intention and consciousness are so important for leaders
• What the "Return on Intentionality" is for businesses
• What it takes to challenge limiting beliefs and drive real change

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to the Podcast  00:01:19 - Return on Intentionality  00:02:27 - Ripples of Impact and Intentional Leadership  00:10:52 - Command and Control vs. Positive Leadership  00:15:38 - Harnessing Latent Potential in Teams  00:16:09 - The Suppression of Potential  00:17:33 - Creating Space for Potential  00:19:58 - The Power of Intentionality  00:22:44 - Seismic Impact of Conscious Decision Making  00:30:12 - Embracing Uncertainty in Innovation  00:31:12 - The Role of Faith and Belief in Business  00:32:50 - The Impact of Unwritten Procedures in Business  00:36:06 - Challenging Limiting Beliefs  00:41:42 - The Future of Leadership  00:43:15 - Sticky Notes of Wisdom  00:47:36 - Episode Close

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