Best CIPD Podcasts (2025)

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HR People Pod – Episode 37: Leading Under Pressure with Professor Kevin Fong 20:47

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How can people make the best decisions when time is short and the stakes are high? Why is decentralising decision-making critical for organisations who want to move decisively? And how can the people profession strike the right balance between innovation and risk mitigation when adopting and implementing AI? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souz…

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Live from the CIPD ACE 2025 33:49

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Jo and Ant talk SEEDL and HR from the CIPD ACE (Annual Conference and Exhibition). Listening to us for the first time? Get a free 30 day trial for your business! #cipdace #cipdace25 #cipdace2025By SEEDL Group Ltd

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Why 81% of Black Founders Can’t Raise Capital (and How to Fix It) – Cecil Adjalo, COO Foundervine 22:43

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Episode Summary 81% of Black & ethnic-minority founders find raising startup capital difficult — vs 56% of white founders. Cecil Adjalo (COO, Foundervine) reveals the hidden structural barriers, the power of community economics, and why Black founders who reach the same milestone have already proven 10× resilience. Discover the free programmes, cor…

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Why Neuro-Inclusion Is the Key to Profitability | Dr Louise Morpeth, CEO of Brain in Hand 12:53

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Episode Summary 90% of business leaders say they’re committed to inclusion — yet only half know how to support neuro-divergent staff. Dr Louise Morpeth reveals shocking research: 43% of neuro-divergent employees are ready to quit, but with the right adjustments businesses can unlock a 45% productivity boost, 24% higher retention, and £21,000 per pe…

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Podcast 224: Is HR ready for ‘renaissance’ of union power in industrial relations? 30:42

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A new CIPD report revealed that 62% of employers believe the UK is entering a more unstable period of employee relations. With potential new legal changes arriving soon, those wishing to build positive industrial relations will need to have a transparent approach, underpinned by shared expectations and behaviours. So, what role must people professi…

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HR People Pod – Ep 36: Value of the profession | Employment Rights Bill | AI performance reviews 33:13

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Some consider annual reviews ‘irrelevant’ and a ‘burden’, but how would you feel about AI playing a role in the performance review process? As media scrutiny continues to question the impact and growing influence of HR, we reflect on the value the profession brings to workplaces. And finally, we ask: trick or treat, when it comes to the Employment …

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Why Property Concerns Are Delaying Major Milestones with Craig Carson - Barratt London 16:08

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Episode Summary Host Clayton M. Coke interviews Craig Carson, Managing Director of Barratt London, on how London’s housing crunch is stalling Gen Z life goals and what developers are doing to help. From 40% delaying marriage/kids to deposit matches and new-build perks, discover Barratt’s “Step on the Ladder” campaign and practical paths to ownershi…

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Why Savings Confusion Leaves Millions Short-Changing Themselves with Sarah Pennells 20:44

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Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of The Cashflow Show, hosted by Clayton M. Coke, Consumer finance and savings expert Sarah Pennells joins to discuss the findings of Royal London’s recent research on savings and ISAs. The episode dives into why millions of UK Entrepreneurs are missing out on financial opportunities due to confusion, risk…

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HR People Pod – Ep 35: Slow wage growth | Lifelong learning | ‘Green skills’ 37:54

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What does loyalty look like in 2025? In a climate of low wage growth, how can you keep employees motivated and engaged? As warnings come of retirement ages potentially rising above 70 years old, how can employers foster opportunities for skills development for older workers? And are organisations missing a vital growth opportunity by not investing …

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£75 Billion Opportunity: Professor Monder Ram OBE on Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship 26:51

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Episode Summary : Could the UK economy gain a £75 billion boost by empowering ethnic minority businesses? In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke interviews Professor Monder Ram OBE, Director of CREME at Aston University, about the Time to Change report. Professor Ram reveals how ethnic minority entrepreneurs, twice as entreprene…

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Podcast 223: Beyond learning – Mobilising L&D for organisational change 32:13

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Organisations face constant and increasingly complex change, making it critical to bring people along on the journey. But can L&D play a more proactive role in enabling successful transformation by fostering buy-in, anticipating resistance, and building change capability? How can learning professionals go further than training, positioning themselv…

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World Mental Health Day - Special 49:19

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Laura Avery joins Anthony Price, both from SEEDL to talk Mental Health. They explore what employers can do, what management can look at as best practice and also consider what we can all do more to support people around their mental wellbeing. SEEDL users can also watch a video optimised version at SEEDL.com…

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South African Wealth on the Move: Yash Naidoo of Nedbank on UK Investment Trends 12:41

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HR People Pod – Ep 34: Digital IDs | Grievances against HR | Incentivising social posts 35:40

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The Resilient Entrepreneur: From Crisis to Enlightenment with Dr. Rachel Doern 26:46

2M ago26:46

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Episode Summary: Entrepreneurs face crises that test their limits but can they build resilience to thrive? In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke interviews Dr Rachel Doern, author of The Resilient Entrepreneur and Associate Professor at Goldsmiths, University of London. Drawing on her research from the 2011 London riots and COV…

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London’s Global Investment Edge: Jace Tyrrell on Attracting £100B in Capital 16:13

2M ago16:13

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Episode Summary: London is the world’s most traded real estate city, but its investment dominance isn’t guaranteed! In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke interviews Jace Tyrrell, CEO of Opportunity London, about attracting £100 billion in real estate, energy, and infrastructure investment. They discuss rising construction costs…

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HR People Pod – Ep 33: Enabling high performance working: The organisation lens – with Matthew Syed (Episode 2) 23:37

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Just how important are team dynamics and psychological safety in driving organisational performance? What behaviours do leaders need to model to create an environment of high performance? In the second and final episode, CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza is joined by best-selling author and broadcaster Matthew Syed to explore the role of or…

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UK Workers Miss Nearly Two Weeks a Year: Tackling Soaring Absence Rates with Rachel Suff - CIPD 17:30

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Episode Summary UK employees are missing nearly two full working weeks a year due to sickness—9.4 days on average, the highest in over a decade! In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke speaks with Rachel Suff, Senior Wellbeing Advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), about their latest survey reveal…

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HR People Pod – Ep 32: AI and conflict | Eye-rolling | 'Hire-to-retire'| Succession planning 27:56

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Should AI be used to resolve conflict in the workplace? Are over-sensationalised stories of ‘eye-rolling’ leading to legal issues masking deeper problems in the workplace? Does ‘lifelong learning’ apply from hire-to-retire for employees? And what lessons can we take around succession planning from a messy football transfer saga? CIPD Director of Pr…

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Suicide Prevention Podcast 1:12:07

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Anthony from SEEDL is joined by Laura Avery-Jackson (Mental Health Lead for SEEDL) and Becky Fussey (Mental Health Ambassador) who have lived experiences with suicide, and mental health issues. This podcast is a audio version of a live panel event which was broadcast on SEEDL and social media on Monday 8th September 2025, coinciding with Suicide Pr…

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Hybrid Working: A Threat to Young Workers’ Careers and Mental Health? | Natasha Devon MBE 17:34

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Is hybrid working stunting the growth of your youngest employees? Nearly half of 18–24-year-olds say it’s hurting their workplace relationships and mental health! In this episode of The Cashflow Show Podcast, host Clayton M. Coke interviews Natasha Devon, MBE, writer, broadcaster, and mental health activist, to explore new research from the Institu…

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Purpose Beyond Profit ...... Sarah Whale, Founder of Profit Impact, chats with Jane O'Gorman at Ten2Two 20:41

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Sarah shares practical ways SMEs can measure success beyond profit and offers her top leadership tips for creating a culture where people, purpose, and profit thrive together. Sarah is a Fellow of the ACCA with broad financial leadership experience across corporates, start-ups and scale-ups. Who believes short-term financial decision-making in busi…

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Podcast 222: Improving organisational outcomes by tackling loneliness at work 32:00

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Is loneliness at work the hidden crisis no one is talking about? The CIPD’s Good Work Index 2025 report revealed that more than a third of working adults say they sometimes, often, or always feel lonely at work — a feeling that carries serious consequences for organisations. But what can be done? Is it an inevitable by-product of modern working lif…

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HR People Pod – Ep 31: Merging HR/IT functions | Oversharing at work | Absence management | Accountability 33:00

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Are we seeing a trend in the merging of HR and IT functions, and how could this reshape the role of the profession? Where’s the line between healthy openness and harmful oversharing in the workplace? Do we still need hard-and-fast, rigid rules for triggering absence management conversations? How do we make accountability a collective standard, rath…

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Why 40% of Adults Struggle with Confidence in Learning New Skills – Insights from Prof. Steve Peters 12:01

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Are you or your team struggling to embrace new skills at work? You’re not alone—40% of adults face a confidence dip when learning, with career optimism peaking at just 25! In this episode of The Cashflow Show Podcast, host Clayton M. Coke sits down with Professor Steve Peters, consultant psychiatrist and author of The Chimp Paradox, to unpack new r…

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HR People Pod – Ep 30: Enabling high performance working: A growth mindset – with Matthew Syed 27:19

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What are the enablers and barriers to high performance working? What factors should individuals and teams consider to improve and achieve better performance outcomes? In the first of two episodes exploring these questions, CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza investigates with best-selling author and broadcaster Matthew Syed the type of mindse…

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Podcast 221: Employee engagement and the evolving psychological contract 26:45

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The psychological contract – those unwritten expectations between employer and employee, so fundamental to building trust and engagement at work – has dramatically shifted. Once based on the promises of security and long-term service, employees now expect the contract to more closely reflect their values, offer flexibility, and align with a deeper …

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HR People Pod – Ep 29: Unfair dismissal | Hybrid working | Graduate jobs 35:00

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Would capping the qualifying period for unfair dismissal protection at six months be a reasonable compromise for employers? With hybrid working perceived to have a negative impact on managers’ ability to lead teams effectively, what could organisations be doing differently? And what impact is AI having on the prospects of the latest wave of graduat…

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Revolutionizing Travel: Alex Cruz on AI, Business and the Future of the Industry 12:01

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In this dynamic episode of The Cashflow Show, recorded live at Tech Show London 2025, host Clayton M. Coke sits down with Alex Cruz, former CEO of British Airways, now Vice-Chairman of Westjet, to explore the modernization of the travel industry. With 35 years of experience, Alex discusses how outdated systems, like 70-year-old reservation codes, c…

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HR People Pod – Ep 28: Hilary Scarlett special – Neuroscience for organisational change 31:21

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When is the right time to communicate organisational change, and how can we strengthen people’s resilience to change? Can a better understanding of neuroscience help manage and implement the change process more effectively? CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza, is joined by author, international speaker, and consultant in the field of neurosci…

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Unlocking Financial Freedom for the Self-Made: Insights from Kitty McCromick of Santander UK 14:01

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In this engaging episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Kitty McCormick, Head of Wealth at Santander UK, to explore the financial challenges and opportunities for the UK’s one million Self-Made high earners. Representing 14% of top earners, this group holds £40.7 billion in idle cash savings due to low financial confidence.…

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England’s Lionesses Missing Shirt: Helen Hardy of Foudy’s Revolutionising Women’s Football Retail 19:46

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In this fascinating episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Helen Hardy, founder of Foudy’s, the world’s only official football retailer dedicated to women’s football. Helen shares her journey from a theatre background to launching Foudy’s in 2020, driven by the lack of accessibility to women’s football jerseys. The episode …

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Podcast 220: Do leaders establish culture, or are they a product of it? 30:02

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Is it chicken or egg – does leadership shape culture, or does culture shape leadership? The relationship between the two is complex and either one could be the critical ingredient in organisational success. But to what extent can leaders truly set the culture they want or will culture ultimately shape the kind of leadership an organisation produces…

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Flexible Working - Reviewing 18 years of change ...... Deborah O'Sullivan, Our Founder and MD, chats with Jane O'Gorman at Ten2Two 21:45

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In this special episode of Talking SME, Deborah O'Sullivan, our Founder and MD, joins one of our Directors, Jane O'Gorman, to give our take on: • How AI is changing hiring • The biggest hiring shifts we’re seeing across SMEs • The biggest recruitment challenges (and how to tackle them)By Ten2Two - Experts in Flexible Recruitment and Consultancy

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HR People Pod – Ep 27: Management span | People profession: perceptions, challenges, career prospects 32:42

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What is the ideal ‘span of control’ for a manager and are there obvious warning signs that they might be overstretched? Also in this episode, we discuss results from a new CIPD survey revealing the current perceptions of and the challenges within the people profession, as well as what practitioners have said about their career development prospects…

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Why Millions of Working Carers Risk Leaving Jobs Without Flexible Working - Claire Hawkins 15:21

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In this insightful episode of The Cashflow Show Podcast, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Claire Hawkins, Director of Corporate Affairs and Brand at Phoenix Group, to discuss the critical need for flexible working to support the UK’s 5.8 million unpaid carers. With 41% of working carers considering leaving their jobs due to inflexible policies, Cl…

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Why Family Businesses Face Devastation from Inheritance Tax Reforms - Fiona Graham | Prt 2 10:41

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In Part 2 of this compelling episode of The Cashflow Show Podcast, host Clayton M. Coke sits down with Fiona Graham, Chief Operating Officer of Family Business UK, to explore the devastating impact of proposed inheritance tax reforms on family-owned businesses. Fiona shares her expertise on advocating for family businesses, the economic significanc…

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The Devastating Impact of Inheritance Tax Reforms on UK Family Businesses - Steve Rigby | Prt 1 14:20

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In this compelling episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke sits down with Steve Rigby, co-CEO of Rigby Group PLC and Chair of Family Business UK, to unpack the alarming consequences of proposed inheritance tax reforms. With a new Family Business UK report predicting 208,000 job losses and a £15 billion drop in economic activity, Steve re…

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HR People Pod – Ep 26: Getting Britain working - UK Employment Minister Alison McGovern 25:17

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The Get Britain Working white paper outlines a bold vision to tackle economic inactivity and raise the UK employment rate to 80 per cent. But what does this mean for the people profession? In this episode of the HR People Pod, we put key questions from the CIPD Community to Alison McGovern, Minister for Employment. We explore the UK government's pl…

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Podcast 219: Dealing with AI use in recruitment and job applications 36:55

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A third of organisations are already using some form of AI or machine learning in recruitment and onboarding. As employers increasingly make use of AI to craft job specifications, screen candidates and streamline processes, what about job seekers? Is it unreasonable for job seekers to use the same technology to improve their chances?Join Nigel Cass…

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HR People Pod – Ep 25: 'Tinkering with a system that doesn’t work' – Apprenticeships overhaul 32:25

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How much should ‘policy compliance’ inform pay and bonuses? Apprenticeships are vital to building talent pipelines, but how welcome are upcoming reforms? Is rule breaking essential to breaking into new levels of performance? And how can you best manage the impact of long-term absences on the rest of your team? CIPD Head of Learning, Steve George, i…

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Navigating AI Distrust: Insights from SurveyMonkey’s CEO on Data Privacy and the Trust Centre 18:01

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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke welcomes Eric Johnson, CEO of SurveyMonkey, to discuss the growing distrust of AI among UK business leaders and the launch of SurveyMonkey’s Trust Centre. With 81% of UK leaders sceptical about AI’s decision-making and 79% concerned about biased outcomes, Eric shares insigh…

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HR People Pod – Ep 24: International HR Day special 33:03

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What’s the state of AI adoption across different regions around the world, and how are people professionals reacting to it? Where does the onus lie when it comes to skills development? How can people professionals support and develop employee resilience? And finally, what should be done about the rising trend of ‘stress bragging’?CIPD Director of P…

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UK Businesses at Breaking Point: The Return-to-Office Surge and Its Impact - Will Scott 13:47

6M ago13:47

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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cashflow Show Podcast, host Clayton M. Coke sits down with Will Scott, Real Estate Disputes Partner at Irwin Mitchell, to explore the resurgence of office demand as UK businesses adapt to staff returning to the workplace. With 45% of UK businesses planning to expand office space in the next 12-18 months, Will…

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Podcast 218: Bridging learning and organisational development 33:15

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L&D and OD often operate in silos – one focused on individual learning, the other on strategic and cultural change. But is this separation intentional, and can they truly be effective apart if they share the same goals for organisational growth and adaptation?Join Nigel Cassidy and this month’s guests—Natal Dank, Author of Agile L&D and Executive D…

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HR People Pod – Ep 23: Suggestion boxes | Managing voice | ‘Gamifying’ performance | ‘Job polygamy’ 34:30

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Could the humble suggestion box make a comeback as the key to acquiring honest, off-the-cuff feedback? What risks do organisations face by ignoring or mismanaging employee voice? Is a gamified approach to performance management the future? And are employees staying faithful or taking part in ‘job polygamy’?CIPD Director of Profession David D’Souza …

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Pure Michigan: A Home Away from Home for Brits with Kelly Wolgamott 16:19

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Episode Summary: In this vibrant episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Pure Michigan, to explore why Michigan is a top destination for UK travellers. From Detroit’s Motown legacy and professional sports to natural wonders like the Great Lakes and Mackinac Island, Kelly highlights Michigan…

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Navigating Tariff Disruptions: Strategies for Businesses with Emma Carr of Gowling WLG 17:10

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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Emma Carr, Commercial Disputes Partner at Gowling WLG, to explore the impact of tariff disruptions, particularly under the Trump administration’s trade policies. Emma discusses how sectors like fast-moving consumer goods, retail, and manufacturing are vulnerabl…

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AI-Powered Cyber Threats: How Bots Are Taking Over with Tim Ayling - Thales / Imperva 16:01

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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke is joined by Tim Ayling, Vice-President of Cybersecurity Solutions, EMEA at Thales UK, to unpack the 2025 Imperva Bad Bot Report, which reveals bots now account for 51% of internet traffic. Tim explains what bots are, how AI makes them more dangerous, and their impact on in…

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Navigating the NI Hike: Small Business Strategies with Pauline Green - Intuit QuickBooks 12:54

7M ago12:54

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Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cashflow Show, host Clayton M. Coke chats with Pauline Green, small business expert at Intuit QuickBooks, about how SMEs can tackle the UK’s recent National Insurance (NI) hike. Pauline discusses QuickBooks’ automation tools, insights from a 26,000-business survey showing sustained hiring, and strategies like…