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Welcome to the HR Uprising Podcast. This engaging podcast explores HR ‘hot’ topics and challenges through conversations with relevant experts and real-life HR; O.D. or L&D professionals. HR Uprising is about creating an inclusive forum that enables us to share and learn from experts and everyday professionals. Hosted by Actus CEO Lucinda Carney a Business Psychologist; Chartered Psychologist; Experienced HR Change Agent; Entrepreneur; Speaker and Coach. There are two types of show format the ...
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Lucinda is joined by Helen Kettering, the Chief People Officer at NCFE, an education charity based in the North East of England. Helen shares her journey in HR, detailing her 20 years of experience across various sectors, including retail and financial services, before stepping into her current role. She discusses the importance of navigating uncer…
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Lucinda is joined by Andrew Webster, a Senior People Analytics Manager at Evershed Sutherland, to discuss the evolving field of HR analytics and its significance in modern organisations. Andrew shares insights from his career journey, highlighting his transition from a mathematics teacher to a key player in HR analytics, where he focuses on transfo…
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Lucinda is joined by Caroline McCague, the Director of People and Culture at the RSPCA, to discuss her inspiring journey and the unique challenges of working within a 200-year-old charity. Caroline shares insights into the RSPCA's broad mission of animal welfare, including their rescue operations, advocacy work, and the importance of governance in …
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Lucinda is joined by Kate Hughes, the Chief People Officer at Seven Investment Management (7IM). Kate shares her journey over the past decade at 7IM, detailing the company's significant growth from 170 to over 600 employees and the evolution of its culture. She discusses the importance of establishing a strong organisational culture, engaging with …
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To mark the very special 250th episode milestone, Lucinda welcomes Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's, who shares his remarkable career journey and the evolution of his role within the organisation. Steve examines the importance of strategic thinking in HR, the value of collaboration, and the need for HR professionals to engage with the…
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Lucinda welcomes back Gary Cookson from Epic HR to discuss his upcoming book, "Making Hybrid Working Work." They delve into the current landscape of hybrid working, exploring why some organisations are pushing for a return to the office while others successfully embrace hybrid models. Gary also highlights the demographic factors influencing leaders…
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Lucinda is joined by Rob Lion, from Black River Performance Management to discuss the critical elements of fostering intrinsic motivation and performance in the workplace. Rob, a full-time professor and expert in human resource development, emphasises the importance of understanding human behaviour, the psychological factors that influence motivati…
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Lucinda is joined by employee relations expert Emma Hogan to explore the intricacies of workplace investigations. Emma shares her extensive background in HR, detailing her journey from retail graduate to running her own consultancy specialising in complex investigations. Together they examine the importance of conducting thorough and empathetic inv…
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Lucinda is joined by Karen Skidmore, a business growth strategist and embodied business mentor, to discuss the importance of embracing our natural energy cycles for enhanced productivity. Karen shares her personal journey through burnout and the transformative practices she adopted, such as sound healing and embodiment, to reconnect with her body a…
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Doug seeks the help of Kisha in attempt to understand gender, sexuality, patriarchy, feminism, complementarianism, egalitarianism, LGBTQA+ and more! Growing up, the terms sex (as in male or female) and gender were synonymous. However, these terms have been separated to distinguish the nuance between a couple of concepts. Add to this the term "orien…
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Lucinda is joined by Neil Thompson, founder of Teach the Geek, to explore how technical experts can enhance their presentation skills. Drawing from his own experiences as a former engineer in the medical device industry, Neil shares insights on the common pitfalls technical professionals face when communicating with non-technical audiences, such as…
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Lucinda discusses the upcoming book series "Six Minute Smarts," set to be published on November 5, 2024, by Practical Inspiration Publishing. The series aims to help individuals coach themselves in various business skills, including effective change management. Drawing from the her previous work, Lucinda outlines a structured approach to understand…
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Lucinda is joined by Dr Anna Eliatamby, a clinical psychologist and executive coach with extensive experience in leadership and organisational development. Anna shares her unique journey, which includes working with the UN and developing mental health strategies across 47 countries. Anna and Lucinda talk about the importance of self-care for leader…
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Lucinda is joined by special guest Susi Miller from eLaHub about the critical topic of accessibility in e-learning. Susi discusses the importance of making digital learning content accessible to individuals with various disabilities and access needs, as well as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how these standards apply to e-learn…
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Lucinda discusses the important topic of neurodiversity with independent consultant Amanda McEvoy. With over 20 years of experience in the health sector and a personal connection to neurodiversity through her family, Amanda shares her insights on the challenges and strengths associated with conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. The conversati…
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Lucinda welcomes diversity, equity, and inclusion expert Sara Taylor, who shares her extensive experience in the field spanning over 35 years. They discuss the evolution of DEI practices, particularly in the U.S., and how these concepts have been integrated into workplace culture. Sara introduces her recent book, "Thinking at the Speed of Bias," an…
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Lucinda talks with Kate Jones, a leadership coach and consultant from Neon, about the evolving landscape of leadership, culture, and well-being in organisations. Kate shares her journey from frontline social work to management consulting and ultimately founding Neon, where she focuses on fostering deeply human leadership capabilities. Together, the…
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Lucinda talks to Adam Horne, co-founder of OpenOrg, who shares insights from his extensive experience in culture change and highlights alarming statistics about employee engagement and trust in the workplace. Together they look into the challenges organisations face, particularly in smaller businesses, regarding miscommunication and the erosion of …
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Lucinda talks to Liz Redway about into the intriguing world of artificial intelligence (AI) in human resources. Drawing from her recent session aimed at demystifying AI for HR professionals, Liz discusses the current landscape of AI adoption, highlighting both the excitement and apprehension surrounding its use. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a noticeable …
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Lucinda talks to Rob Toomey, the President of TypeCoach about understanding personalities and improving communication within organisations. Rob discusses how TypeCoach utilises personality frameworks like Myers-Briggs and David Kersey's temperament model to help individuals navigate relationships in various contexts, including team dynamics, leader…
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Lucinda looks at high performance strategies, focusing on the importance of feedback in driving performance in organisations. She discusses evidence-based drivers of performance, emphasising the need for quality people management activities and classic performance management. Key topics covered include the significance of courageous and consistent …
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Lucinda welcomes back guest Michelle Parry Slater from Kairos Modern Learning to discuss the concept of the "last hundred days." Michelle shares her personal experience of working her notice period before relocating to Australia and highlights the importance of focusing on the end of the employee lifecycle as much as the beginning. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sh…
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Lucinda is joined by Andy Lancaster, an expert in organisational learning communities. Andy shares insights from his book, "Organisational Learning Communities," discussing the importance of intentional community building for learning and development. They explore the concept of socialised learning, the benefits of diverse communities, and the impa…
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Lucinda is joined by special guest, Kevin D. Monroe, to talk about the power of expressing gratitude in the workplace and beyond. Kevin shares his journey of creating the "Don't Wait to Thank" program, encouraging listeners to participate in a 31-day gratitude challenge during July. They explore the impact of simple, sincere, and specific expressio…
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Lucinda looks at the topic of motivation with guest Sarah Stones, a motivation specialist. Sarah, who is an expert in motivational mapping, shares insights into how understanding intrinsic motivators can significantly impact an individual's energy, performance, and overall well-being. Together, they discuss the three clusters of motivators - relati…
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Lucinda focusses on re-energising performance in the current work environment, particularly addressing the impact of low energy levels on performance. She discusses various factors influencing performance, such as intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, personal attributes, and the working environment. `Lucinda also introduces the Managing Energy and P…
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Lucinda talks to Tracey Abayeta, an HR director specialising in talent development, about the importance of building strong relationships in career development. Tracey shares her unconventional journey from investment banking to HR, emphasising the role relationships played in her career transitions. She introduces a five-point framework for buildi…
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Lucinda talks to Dr. Jo Burrell from Ultimate Resilience about the findings of a report on HR wellbeing, highlighting the concerning statistics showing high levels of depression, anxiety, burnout symptoms, and low wellbeing among HR professionals. Lucinda and Jo delve into the challenges faced by HR professionals, the lack of support systems within…
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Lucinda interviews Bill Banham, the founder and editor of HR Gazette magazine and host of the HR Chat podcast, who shares his extensive experience in HR tech and media, discussing his favourite interviews and guests from over 750 episodes! KEY TAKEAWAYS LinkedIn is a key platform where a large number of HR professionals engage with content, making …
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Lucinda delves into the topic of rethinking culture within organisations. Drawing on research and personal experiences, she explores various cultural models and frameworks including Competing Values Framework by Cameron and Quinn, the Culture Onion by Edgar Schein, and The Cultural Web by Gary Johnson and Kevin Scholes, Lucinda provides practical i…
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Lucinda investigates the intricacies of the CIPD Profession Map with guest Victoria Winkler from the CIPD. The conversation explores the origins of the map, its structure, and how individuals can leverage it to enhance their professional development. Victoria provides valuable insights into the different levels of CIPD qualifications, self-assessme…
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Lucinda delves into the essential steps for building a coaching culture within organizations. Joined by Jo Wright, a Speaker, Coach, and Best-Selling Author, they explore the seven steps to creating a coaching culture and the importance of coaching skills for managers. Jo shares her insights on the significance of coaching in everyday conversations…
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Lucinda is joined by Stella Collins, co-founder and chief learning officer of Stella Labs. They discuss the intersection of neuroscience and AI in the field of learning and development. Stella shares insights on how understanding how the brain learns can improve the effectiveness of learning initiatives. She emphasises the importance of motivation,…
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Lucinda is joined by Cat Wildman, founder of Powered by Diversity, to discuss practical strategies for implementing diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives in organisations. They emphasise the importance of starting from the bottom and engaging the entire leadership team in the process. Kat explains how their platform helps HR teams assess their …
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Lucinda is joined by Miles Bonnell of Milo HR to discuss how to create a winning talent culture or acquisition strategy, with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They emphasise the importance of understanding and aligning with the company's culture, being honest with candidates about the current state of the business, and setting …
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Lucinda flies solo this time to discuss various themes related to well-being, drawing from recent research findings from the CIPD and Oxford University. She explores the effectiveness of well-being initiatives, highlighting the need to focus on structural aspects of work that contribute to well-being rather than relying solely on superficial interv…
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Lucinda welcomes Dr. Neha Sangwan, an engineer turned medical doctor and executive coach, who specialises in addressing the global epidemic of burnout and shares her insights on well-being and avoiding burnout on a grand scale. Dr Sangwan discusses her personal experience with burnout as a doctor and the lack of awareness and training in the medica…
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Lucinda welcomes Gethin Nadin, an expert in workplace well-being, to discuss the current state of well-being strategies in organisations and the need for a more holistic approach. Gethin shares insights from his research and emphasises the importance of organisational culture and personal responsibility in promoting well-being. They also delve into…
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Lucinda welcomes mental health consultant Petra Velzeboer to discuss the importance of prioritising mental health in the workplace. They explore the signs of burnout and the 12-stage process that leads to it, emphasising the need for prevention and self-awareness. Petra shares practical tips for managing stress, including setting boundaries, reeval…
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Lucinda interviews Jill Aburrow from Heartfelt HR to discuss the challenging topic of managing redundancy. With nearly 30 years of HR experience, Jill specialises in advising on redundancy issues and has written a book called "Redundancy with Love." They explore the importance of managing redundancy sensitively and positively, emphasising the need …
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Lucinda interviews Samreen McGregor, an executive coach and author of the book "Leader Awakened”, about the topic of embracing adversity and trauma in the workplace. Samreen shares her insights on how individuals and organisations can use adversity as a catalyst for empowerment and well-being, rather than sweeping it under the carpet. They explore …
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Lucinda interviews Zena Everett, a speaker on leadership and productivity and author of the book "The Crazy Busy Cure." They discuss the growing issue of busyness and stress in the workplace, particularly in the context of hybrid working. Zena shares her insights on the impact of personality traits, such as perfectionism and people-pleasing, on pro…
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Lucinda interviews Katy Walton from Make Real Progress, with a focus upon learning and development, particularly for HR professionals who may not have a background in L&D. Katy shares her expertise in helping HR professionals feel more comfortable and confident in handling training and development responsibilities. They discuss the challenges HR pr…
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Lucinda explores the topic of AI in HR with guest Brandon Stevens, founder and CEO of Scouter. They discuss the role of AI in recruitment and talent management, highlighting the challenges and limitations of current AI systems. Brandon also focusses upon the importance of accurate and comprehensive data inputs for AI to be truly predictive and pres…
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Lucinda welcomes Fay Wallis, the host of the HR Coffee Time podcast and a career and executive coach. Fay shares her insights on the five recurring pain points that HR professionals often face, including time management, being strategic, building confidence, feeling undervalued, and dealing with difficult people. Fay also talks about the importance…
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Lucinda is joined by HR expert Jim Moore from Hamilton Nash, who discusses the challenging task of conducting investigations into tricky people problems. Jim shares his experiences and provides valuable insights and tips for HR professionals and managers who may find themselves in the position of investigating sensitive allegations or grievances. F…
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Lucinda is joined by Victoria Lewis-Stevens, MD at United Culture, to discuss the importance of purpose over perks in organisations. They explore how organisations can add greater value during a downturn by focusing on purpose and engaging employees. Victoria shares her expertise in helping businesses articulate their culture and align it with thei…
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Lucinda talks to Nick Rion, a personal and professional relationship coach. Nicholas specialises in helping individuals build strong, healthy, and sustainable relationships, particularly focusing on conflict resolution. The conversation delves into the definition of conflict and the different ways people perceive and handle it. Nick shares his pers…
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Lucinda is joined by author and personal growth expert, Yvonne Guerineau to explore the topic of building positive working relationships in the workplace. Yvonne, an HR professional and author of the book "People in Their Element: How to Create Positive Working Relationships," shares her expertise on the concept of a growth mindset in relationships…
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Lucinda is back, and to kick off this new season of the show, she discusses the topic of rethinking appraisals, acknowledging that the traditional end-of-year appraisal process is often seen as backward-looking and outdated in today's fast-paced work environment. Lucinda proposes dividing the appraisal process into four defined touch points through…
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