Best Paul Micallef Podcasts (2025)

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Growing Consultancies 003: Sean Eden of SE3 Projects 35:50

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Professional poker player to business owner | Sean Eden - Growing Consultancies - Episode 3 Welcome to Episode 3 of Growing Consultancies, the podcast sharing real stories from the leaders of building consultancies across the UK. In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Sean Eden, founder of SE3, a QS consultancy based in the North West. Sean’s …

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Growing Consultancies 002: Tes Adamou of EEDN 1:02:14

2d ago1:02:14

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In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Tes Adamou, founder of EEDN, a small PM consultancy based in London and soon to be expanding into Cyprus. This is a truly open and genuine conversation about the realities of running your own business. While many assume it’s easy, Tes shares with honesty the pressures, challenges, and sheer hard work that…

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Growing Consultancies - 001 - Rick Bellis of Rihbell 1:01:16

7d ago1:01:16

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Welcome to the very first episode of our new podcast, Growing Consultancies!In this episode, Paul Micallef is joined by Rick Bellis, founder of Rihbell, a PM/QS and soon-to-be building surveying consultancy based in Manchester. Rick brings an incredible energy and shares his journey just one year into business, already growing to a six-person team …

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Pauls quick-fire Q&A - Should you accept a counter offer? 3:06

1+ y ago3:06

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul advises why you should not accept a counter offer.

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Pauls quick-fire Q&A - What are the salary levels in London for cost management? 3:38

1+ y ago3:38

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul advises on cost management salary levels in London.

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Pauls quick-fire Q&A - How do I start the process of looking for a job overseas? 2:39

1+ y ago2:39

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul advises on what to do if you are thinking of looking for a job overseas.

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Director/Partner Salaries 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

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In this episode, Paul discusses what a salaried director/partner should be earning in the market.

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Pauls quick-fire Q&A - How to ask for a pay rise? 2:02

1+ y ago2:02

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In this quick-fire episode Paul advises the best way to ask for a pay rise.

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Round up of Q1 2024 and my predictions for the remainder of 2024... 9:18

1+ y ago9:18

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In this episode, I reflect on the performance of Q1 and offer my perspective on what lies ahead for the remainder of 2024.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - What are the key skills you need to develop into senior leadership in a consultancy? 1:47

1+ y ago1:47

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the question 'What are the key skills or experiences that you need to develop into leadership in a consultancy?'

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The future of work - a must listen! 21:08

1+ y ago21:08

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In this episode, I discuss the recent LinkedIn talent connect conference that I attended - about the future of talent and the future of work.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Should you be a specialist or a generalist? 1:49

1+ y ago1:49

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the question of 'Should you be a specialist or a generalist?'

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Advice on MIPIM 10:33

1+ y ago10:33

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In this episode, I provide my thoughts and advice on attending MIPIM in Cannes.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Should I move jobs? 1:54

1+ y ago1:54

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the commonly asked question 'Should I move jobs?'

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Is there a right time to move jobs? 1:49

1+ y ago1:49

1:49

In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the question 'Is there a right time to move jobs?'

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What's going on with the construction consultancy market at the moment. 11:52

1+ y ago11:52

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In this episode, Paul talks about what is going on in the construction consultancy market at this current moment.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Can I move jobs and get promoted at the same time? 1:40

1+ y ago1:40

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the question 'Can I move jobs and get promoted at the same time?' ...

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What should good business leaders be doing right now? 9:03

1+ y ago9:03

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In this episode, Paul shares his thoughts on what business leaders should be doing right now to ensure their business stays robust.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Should I move jobs if I have only been there a year? 1:19

1+ y ago1:19

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In this quick-fire episode, Paul answers the question 'Should I move jobs if I have only been there a year?' ...

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Quantity Surveyors - Why move from a contractor to a consultancy? 14:12

1+ y ago14:12

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In this episode, I provide advice on moving from a contractor to a consultancy.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - How should I hand my notice in? 2:59

1+ y ago2:59

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Another one in the series of quick-fire questions - my advice on how to hand your notice in.

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Why you need variety on your CV. 15:05

1+ y ago15:05

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In this episode, Paul explains the reasons why you should have variety on your CV and how this can help you when you decide to move jobs.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - How long should a CV be? 2:24

1+ y ago2:24

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Another one in the quick-fire series I answer a question I am often asked - 'How long should a good CV be?'

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Advice to businesses hiring 26:06

1+ y ago26:06

26:06

In this episode, I share my thoughts and advice for businesses looking to make new hires.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - What are the main reasons that people are leaving companies at the moment? 1:20

1+ y ago1:20

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Next in line for the quick-fire questions I answer 'What are the main reasons that people are leaving companies at the moment?'

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Things to consider when moving internationally. 9:58

1+ y ago9:58

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In this episode I provide some food for thought for anyone considering an international move.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Are additional qualifications beyond a professional membership worth it? 2:43

1+ y ago2:43

2:43

Next in line for the quick-fire questions I answer 'Are additional qualifications beyond a professional membership worth it?'

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Talk of redundancies - should you be worried? 10:14

1+ y ago10:14

10:14

In this episode, I discuss the current talk around redundancies and answer the question - should you be worried?

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Is MCInstCES worth the same as MRICS? 1:33

1+ y ago1:33

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Next in line for the quick-fire questions I answer 'Is MCInstCES worth the same as MRICS?'

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How to identify and work with a good recruiter... 19:00

1+ y ago19:00

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In this episode I explain the best way to find and engage a decent recruiter.

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Paul's quick-fire Q&A - Is FRICS worth it over MRICS? 2:12

1+ y ago2:12

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Following my recent LinkedIn post 'Ask me anything', I will provide answers to your burning questions. Starting with 'Is FRICS worth it over MRICS?'

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Who pays more; Contractors, Consultancies, Developers or Clients? 17:12

1+ y ago17:12

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In this episode I discuss my opinion of who pays more - a question that I am asked frequently.

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I'm not sure I want to be a QS anymore - what should I do? 8:39

1+ y ago8:39

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In this episode, I discuss other options you could have as a QS - a question I regularly get asked.

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Sometimes, you just need to move on... 4:26

1+ y ago4:26

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In this episode, Paul talks about hitting a ceiling in a business and how you know that it is time to move on.

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5 great questions to ask a potential employee... 5:17

2y ago5:17

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In this episode, Paul shares 5 great questions that he thinks an employer should ask to a candidate/potential employee before hiring them.

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5 Brilliant questions to ask your boss... 6:00

2y ago6:00

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In this short episode, I share 5 questions that you should ask your boss.

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My predictions for 2024... 16:58

2y ago16:58

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In this episode, I discuss my predictions for the construction sector in 2024.

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Are you stuck in a dead end business? 10:36

2y ago10:36

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In this episode, I talk about my thoughts on traditional businesses that are not prepared for future change.

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Should I make a move to Canada? 8:05

2y ago8:05

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In this episode, I discuss the main questions you might have if you are considering a move to the Canada.

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Is a move to Saudi worth it? 11:18

2y ago11:18

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In this episode, I discuss the main things to contemplate if you are thinking of making a move to Saudi.

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Should i make a move to the US? 12:38

2y ago12:38

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In this episode, I discuss the main questions you might have if you are considering a move to the US, including the Visa process.

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Is a Promotion always worth it? 8:15

2y ago8:15

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In this episode, I answer the question of whether a promotion is always worth it. Whilst the obvious answer is yes!, it isn't always the correct decision - i discuss why in this episode.

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Hard work and progressing in your career! With Matthew Easton 32:37

2y ago32:37

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In this Episode Myself and Matthew Easton discuss the benefits of hard work for progressing in your career.

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What does the skills shortage mean for you? 10:25

2+ y ago10:25

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It is undeniable that we have a worsening skills shortage in the industry; we have an aging demographic that will see a quarter of the industry retire in the next decade. What does this mean for the industry and for you?

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Thoughts on flexible working 15:34

2+ y ago15:34

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In this episode, I discuss my thoughts on flexible working. For sure still, an emotive subject that remains a hotly debated issue! I give my views on how there are pros and cons to flexible working, how we are mixing up terminology and how it may affect your career.

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Things to consider when moving to the USA 11:07

2+ y ago11:07

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In this episode, I discuss the main key points to consider when moving to the USA including the visa process.

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Should I move jobs in 2023? 12:55

2+ y ago12:55

12:55

In this episode, I discuss the topic of moving jobs in 2023 and if its safe to do so with the current economy.

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Are you in danger of burnout? With Matthew Easton 37:30

2+ y ago37:30

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In this episode, Matthew Easton joins me to discuss 'are you in danger of burnout?' Does the skills shortage mean everyone is working so much harder that they are in danger of work related exhaustion?

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Will there be a two tier salary band in 2023? 17:36

2+ y ago17:36

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In this episode, I discuss the possibilities of a two tier salary band in 2023. and what you can do to avoid this.

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Have you Audited your company's Clients ? 12:26

2+ y ago12:26

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Have you looked at your employer's client base? Are they well funded? Do they have a secure future workload? How strong a relationship does your employer have with your key clients? With a degree of uncertainty ahead, this episode discusses some key questions you need to be asking.