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In the latest episode of the Cybèle Podcast, we delve deep into the widespread issue of imposter syndrome. Carol Martin, a Senior Training Consultant at Cybele, shares her extensive insights into the psychological pattern where individuals lack confidence in their achievements and constantly fear being exposed as a "fraud."
We discuss the influence of imposter syndrome in the workplace, affecting people of all backgrounds, and its heightened prevalence in the post-pandemic working scenario. Listen as we explore Carol's personal journey, her fascinating exploration of work cultures, leadership dynamics, and how organisations can put an emphasis on resolving internal issues instead of continuously replacing personnel.
Understand the manifestations of imposter syndrome – from the loss of confidence and emergence of dictatorial behaviour to a distressing spiral into self-doubt. Learn about the harmful impact of leaders disguising insecurities, and how it can severely harm the authenticity and credibility of a company.
The conversation underscores the immense significance of personal growth and professional development, and how the perception of being an imposter can negatively affect individual performance and progress. We dive into how self-perception, often rooted in early childhood experiences, can cause a domino effect leading to self-doubt.
We discuss varying situations leading to the feeling of being an imposter at work, including sudden promotions or company restructuring. The podcast highlights how a nurturing and supportive management style can build resilience and confidence, addressing the need for developmental support where it is most needed.
Boost your self-perception by asking the right questions, challenging your self-doubting beliefs, and paving the way towards personal growth. Draw inspiration from stories of people who have successfully overcome imposter syndrome, re-steering their careers onto the path of success.
The episode concludes with resources to reach our training company, SciBell, that encourages continuous learning and growth. Let's collaborate to create a working atmosphere that celebrates questioning and learning from mistakes, empowering individuals to unlock their potential and thrive in their roles.
Carol Martin - Senior Training Consultant
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
The Power of Coaching in Business with Gary from Cybèle
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Welcome to an enlightening episode with Cybèle, a UK-based management training company, contributing to the cultivation of talent through bespoke learning solutions. In this episode, immerse in the expertise shared by co-founder Gary about the pivotal role of coaching in the business sphere.
Listen to him unravel the common misconceptions around coaching, contrasting it with mentoring, counselling, and training. Learn from his journey into the world of coaching, starting from the spark of interest ignited by neurolinguistic programming to his comprehensive exploration of coaching principles.
Unearth the transformative power of a coaching approach and how it empowers managers to develop their teams' performance, streamline duties, and cautiously address sensitive issues in the workplace.
Open up a new perspective to team dynamics and fostering a supportive work environment. Develop an appreciation for active listening in creating a space that encourages growth. Understand the managerial responsibility of nurturing the best in their teams while overcoming the urge to solve all issues.
Experience a deep dive in the GROW model of coaching and its practical implementation in everyday coaching conversations. Align your coaching practices with our coaching tips and reinforce the importance of active listening and commitment in action planning.
Timing is essential for any learning to occur, so if you are determined to elevate your managerial skills and nurture your team to its maximum potential, join us by contacting Cybele, a company driven towards edifying your team's growth and development.
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Harnessing Unique Strengths for Workplace Success - Talking Neurodiversity.
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Dive into the compelling world of neurodiversity within this enriching episode of the Cybelë podcast. Join Host Steve and Guest Speaker Marie-Clare as they draw upon extensive experience and insights to shed light on the myriad strengths inherent within neurodivergent individuals.
From recounting the evolution of the term 'neurodiversity' to the wide-ranging conditions it encompasses, the speakers bring deep understanding to the discussion. The dialogue reveals how fostering neurodiversity in workplaces has profound impacts, particularly when the unique strengths of these individuals are harnessed to boost productivity and create thriving work environments.
The discussion hits home, with Steve and Marie-Clare weaving in powerful personal anecdotes to illustrate the daily struggles faced by neurodivergent individuals within a society designed around neurotypical norms. The speakers argue for minor adjustments that can go a long way in facilitating greater ease, accessibility, and success for these individuals.
Featuring both an argument for fair recruitment process and a critique of mainstream media's often skewed representation of neurodivergent individuals, this episode is an enlightening tour-de-force on the depth and breadth of neurodiversity. The speakers shed light on how simple changes, like altered lighting or a change in paper colour, can have a meaningful impact on an individual's learning, demonstrating the transformative potential of technological advancement.
Listen in as Steve and Marie Clare champion neurodiversity in this engaging discussion that celebrates individual uniqueness and underscores its value within businesses, organisations, and society at large.
Marie-Clare Gale
Neurodiversity & Mental Health First Aider.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
A Conversation with Christine Swift about Resilience.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
In this episode of the Cybelè Podcast, we dive deep into the world of resilience, a crucial element for achieving success in the corporate landscape. We are joined by Christine Swift, a seasoned trainer with Cybelè, a UK-based management training company renowned for their bespoke and in-house training programs.
In the conversation, Christine shares her journey from her initial experience in the contact centre industry to becoming a self-employed consultant. Faced with stress-inducing situations in her personal life and in her career, Christine learned the importance of resilience and its pivotal role in professional development and personal well-being. She shares how she started investigating stress and resilience, seeking to understand their origins and impacts.
Discussing her resilience workshops, Christine explains how attendees, overwhelmed by a fast-paced working environment, find valuable resources to alleviate stress and achieve clarity in their roles. These workshops also serve to foster self-belief and the ability to trust one's innate wisdom. Christine’s perceptive guide on how to access resilience, by managing our thinking process, leaves deep impressions.
Towards the end, the conversation shifts to how the pandemic has led businesses to focus on stress management, resilience, and emotional intelligence, consequently causing a surge demand for Cybele’s bespoke programs. To find out more about Cybelè and their programs, visit www.cybele.uk.com or find them on LinkedIn under Cybelè Training and Consultancy Limited.
Christine Swift – Senior Training Consultant
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Conversations with Jon Kersey on the Art of Negotiation
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Welcome to a new episode of the Cybèle podcast that dives deep into the world of negotiation skills with Jon Kersey, a renowned negotiation expert. From humble beginnings in retail to high rank in the finance industry, Jon unpacks his career path and the importance of consistent learning for professional growth. Examine his fusion of neurolinguistics, profiling tools, and practical experience to provide a unique perspective on the negotiation process.
Throughout the conversation, Jon Kersey emphasises core essentials like understanding human behaviour, clear communication, and a personalised approach to meet client needs. He highlights the importance of managing emotions and focusing on specific goals in the negotiation process, making this an invaluable resource whether you negotiate for business contracts or family trips.
This episode offers insights into the Harvard approach to negotiation, characterised by honesty and objectivity. You'll also learn about John's 4-4-2 communication rule and how personality traits can significantly impact negotiation outcomes. This interview underscores the significance of truly understanding the language of your negotiation partner for successful results.
Dive deeper into the intricacies of negotiation, with discussions on planning, body language, tone of voice, setting negotiation boundaries, and the benefits of understanding your counterpart. Listeners will acquire practical tools to manage negotiation conflicts and learn valuable tactics like 'compete and control', 'avoiding', 'accommodating', 'compromising', and 'collaborating'.
The episode concludes with some final advice on negotiation skills, encouraging authenticity, ethical behaviour, strategic planning, and constant learning. For further guidance, Cybèle invites listeners to reach out to Cybèle, a UK-based management training company for customised negotiation skills development. Listen to today's episode and equip yourself with effective negotiation strategies to succeed in any scenario.
Jon Kersey – Senior Training Consultant
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
A Deep-Dive into Cybele's Unique Management Training Approach
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Join host Steve Twynham as he explores the unique ethos of Cybelè, a renowned UK-based management training company, in this engrossing episode of the Cybele Podcast. Listen to Carole and Gary, the company's founders, share their career journeys and their venture as business partners at Cybelè.
Join into their interesting conversation, where Carole illuminates the strategic decision process that led to the invitation of Gary as a co-owner while Gary offers an insightful glance at his transition from a hesitant trainer to an enthusiastic learner of various training models. Their collective passion for learning and leadership is utterly contagious and prevails throughout this enlightening interaction.
Discover Cybelè's unique approach in providing bespoke training solutions, focusing on resolving specific business challenges rather than implementing generic solutions. The conversation highlights Cybelè's expertise in client experience, management, and leadership, ensuring the successful development of critical business skills.
Dive deeper as this episode unravels the wide array of services provided by Cybelè, a management training company that was founded in 1999. Cybelè's strength lies in utilising a diverse range of sophisticated learning techniques, both onsite and virtual. Their innovative techniques tap into various domains, including positive thinking and nutrition, ensuring a holistic approach to learning.
With a dedicated commitment to address their clients' needs, ranging from negotiation skills to numerical competence, Cybelè builds effective solutions. However, the commitment to lifelong learning is what truly sets them apart. The Cybelè team offers unique insights into how they have evolved and adapted in the face of changing global dynamics, all the while maintaining impeccable confidentiality.
Concluding this eye-opening conversation, Steve sums up the impressive work done by Cybelè in various sectors including accountancy, banking, insurance, and technology, across diverse geographical areas. Cybelè's successful training methods not only impart valuable skills but also stimulate team bonding and cooperation. The compelling testimonials speak volumes about the transformative impact of Cybelè's training both professionally and personally.
The future for Cybele looks promising, steadfast in its mission to nurture raw talent and replicate its impactful face-to-face training experiences in the blended learning landscape. Get more details about the services Cybele provides on their website www.cybele.uk.com and on their LinkedIn page 'Cybele Training and Consultancy'.
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
The Evolution and Future of App Development with Russ from Boom Software
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Welcome to this insightful episode of 'Podcast For Business' with your host Steve Twynham. In this riveting discussion, we are joined by Russ, a pioneering tech entrepreneur from Boom Software, who shares his fascinating insights into the rapidly advancing world of app development. Join us as we explore the significant shifts in technology over the past quarter-century, the process behind creating impactful apps, and the integral role of good communication in enhancing business-customer interactions.
With this episode, we also shed light on the rising tendency of startups and entrepreneurial entities to integrate mobile apps into their business strategies. Discover how these apps not only revolutionise businesses but also reduce redundancies and optimise efficiency by synchronising with existing systems like CRMs. Get a close look at the unique challenges and rewards of app development and learn how to avoid pitfalls in this industry, directly from an experienced technology entrepreneur.
As we further delve into our enlightening discourse, Russ, a seasoned veteran in the world of app development, illuminates the fundamental paradigm shift towards truly innovative mobile applications. Discover why leading tech giants like Google and Apple have played an essential role in setting a higher standard for app development, pushing developers to enhance the user experience beyond the basic website.
The Boom Software team’s unwavering commitment to providing superior customer service sets them apart in the competitive landscape of app developers. Discern the significance of remarkable after-service in ensuring the product's longevity and keeping up with the ever-changing demands of users, while navigating the dynamic world of app development.
Russ then takes us into the foreseeable future of his arena, stoking the fires of innovation and creative bravery. This episode concludes with an invitation to listeners to connect and engage, demonstrating their dedication to helping businesses prosper in the digital world. Tune into this episode for valuable insights you wouldn't want to miss!
For more information about Russ and his team, visit their website at boomsoftware.co.uk.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Winning Strategies for Business Success
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
In this enlightening episode of Podcasts for Business, host Steve Twynham introduces us to John Conroy, a tenacious entrepreneur and expert marketing coach. In a conversation teeming with sage insight, John takes us through his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his stint at M&S, founding his own thriving print business, and his present-day role as a dynamic marketing coach.
Listeners in any business category can look forward to gaining essential knowledge on forming efficient marketing strategies. John underscores the importance of comprehensively understanding one's customer acquisition costs and the need for accurately measuring outcomes. He also shares his unique perspective on the necessity of identifying one's ideal customer and the benefits of focusing on one strategy at a time.
Learn from John's personal experience and pick up valuable tips on ways to enhance your marketing methods and understand the metrics that truly count. Be prepared to be moved by his journey and find out how to handle the challenging choices in business and marketing with more confidence.
In a conversation marked by cordiality and engrossing insights, John from SuccessCollective.co.uk extends a rich array of practical advice. Entrepreneurs would find relevance in our discussion as it explores areas like client-centric marketing strategies, delivering information effectively through websites, and marketing specificity.
John takes us beyond conventional topics and highlights the merits of transparency, authenticity, and consistency in online presentations. Additionally, we delve into the significance of understanding customer lifetime value and the earnest need to measure the impact of marketing efforts.
This episode offers additional discussions around using video content for marketing, the indispensability of marketing specificity, and an introduction to John's instructive marketing masterclasses. Designed to enable entrepreneurs to elevate their marketing strategies and grow their enterprises, this episode provides a sure pathway to mastering the nuances of marketing.
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