The Rebel Work Podcasthttp://www.ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
Your host, SophieBryan is the Founder & Chief Workplace Culture Consultant @ Ordinarily Different Ltd, and Career & Life Coach @ SophieBryan.co.uk. She is also a TEDx and International Speaker, Coach and Trainer.

Sophie passionately believes that we should all have happier, healthier, more productive and purposeful experiences of work, and this podcast is here to show you how.

A big part of Sophie’s mission is to throw the rule book out and start co-creating what work should look and feel like on a more humanistic level. And you've got to be a bit rebel to do that! So, the Rebel Work Podcast is a platform to share the rebel way with the world, with the intention that our working lives can be ones of fun, significance, value and purpose.

Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.

For more information on Sophie and her mission to revolutionise the world of work, check out www.ordinarilydifferent.co.uk. OR contact Sophie at sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

Or to step into a life and career that you truly love, check out www.sophiebryan.co.uk.

Want to check out what Sophie has to say about how we change the workplace – and how she stumbled upon a form of education that teaches how to be in the workplace… listen to her TEDx Talk at www.montessorimindset.co.uk

LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)]]>enCareersCopyright Sophie Bryanhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/127442a86977caecdde415c088dcf310.jpgThe Rebel Work Podcasthttp://www.ordinarilydifferent.co.ukSat, 10 May 2025 08:53:43 +0000Sophie BryanSophie Bryansophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.ukWelcome to the Rebel Work Podcast! Your host, SophieBryan is the Founder & Chief Workplace Culture Consultant @ Ordinarily Different Ltd, and Career & Life Coach @ SophieBryan.co.uk. She is also a TEDx and International Speaker, Coach and Trainer....
Your host, SophieBryan is the Founder & Chief Workplace Culture Consultant @ Ordinarily Different Ltd, and Career & Life Coach @ SophieBryan.co.uk. She is also a TEDx and International Speaker, Coach and Trainer.

Sophie passionately believes that we should all have happier, healthier, more productive and purposeful experiences of work, and this podcast is here to show you how.

A big part of Sophie’s mission is to throw the rule book out and start co-creating what work should look and feel like on a more humanistic level. And you've got to be a bit rebel to do that! So, the Rebel Work Podcast is a platform to share the rebel way with the world, with the intention that our working lives can be ones of fun, significance, value and purpose.

Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.

For more information on Sophie and her mission to revolutionise the world of work, check out www.ordinarilydifferent.co.uk. OR contact Sophie at sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

Or to step into a life and career that you truly love, check out www.sophiebryan.co.uk.

Want to check out what Sophie has to say about how we change the workplace – and how she stumbled upon a form of education that teaches how to be in the workplace… listen to her TEDx Talk at www.montessorimindset.co.uk

LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)]]>falseepisodicJoel Lawton: Finding Purpose by Stepping Away from Your Businesshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joel-lawton-finding-purpose-by-stepping-away-from-your-business--65902797
  • How Joel's journey led him to uncover the power of environment in shifting perspectives.
  • Why "work-life balance" is a myth, and understanding your needs is the real game-changer.
  • The uncomfortable truth: sometimes the most productive thing you can do is stop.
  • The radical idea that prioritising your own sense of being, not just the demands of your business, is the path to true understanding and impact.
If the thought of taking a day off feels like an impossibility, this conversation is a vital wake-up call. It's time to rethink everything.

About Sophie Bryan
Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organisations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's work centers on creating an "employee engagement & customer engagement infinity loop," where genuine employee connection drives positive customer experiences, a concept explored in this episode.
Websites ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/Sophiebryan.coach)
Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

About Joel Lawton
Joel Lawton is a business consultant and coach who helps founders and leaders reconnect with their purpose and find a more sustainable way of working. Through his "In Your Corner" consultancy and immersive away days in nature, Joel guides entrepreneurs to prioritise their well-being, understand their core motivations, and challenge traditional, often unproductive, work patterns. His approach emphasises the power of environment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness to unlock clarity and drive meaningful action, encouraging a shift from being solely business-driven to being led by personal needs.
Website: inyourcorner.co E: joel@inyourcorner.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-lawton-3194aa9/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65902797Sat, 10 May 2025 08:30:08 +0000Sophie BryanLost in the relentless hustle of entrepreneurship? Sophie Bryan sits down with Joel Lawton, who dared to ask: what if the key to your business lies not in pushing harder, but in radically slowing down? Joel shares his personal evolution from the...
  • How Joel's journey led him to uncover the power of environment in shifting perspectives.
  • Why "work-life balance" is a myth, and understanding your needs is the real game-changer.
  • The uncomfortable truth: sometimes the most productive thing you can do is stop.
  • The radical idea that prioritising your own sense of being, not just the demands of your business, is the path to true understanding and impact.
If the thought of taking a day off feels like an impossibility, this conversation is a vital wake-up call. It's time to rethink everything.

About Sophie Bryan
Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organisations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's work centers on creating an "employee engagement & customer engagement infinity loop," where genuine employee connection drives positive customer experiences, a concept explored in this episode.
Websites ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/Sophiebryan.coach)
Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

About Joel Lawton
Joel Lawton is a business consultant and coach who helps founders and leaders reconnect with their purpose and find a more sustainable way of working. Through his "In Your Corner" consultancy and immersive away days in nature, Joel guides entrepreneurs to prioritise their well-being, understand their core motivations, and challenge traditional, often unproductive, work patterns. His approach emphasises the power of environment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness to unlock clarity and drive meaningful action, encouraging a shift from being solely business-driven to being led by personal needs.
Website: inyourcorner.co E: joel@inyourcorner.co
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-lawton-3194aa9/]]>4193false35fullChris Kenworthy: Ditch the Mask: Improv, Authentic Relating, and the Power of Being Human at Workhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chris-kenworthy-ditch-the-mask-improv-authentic-relating-and-the-power-of-being-human-at-work--65229154
  • Why "authentic relating" and improv are more than just games – they're tools for self-discovery.
  • How to embrace "mistakes" and cultivate a culture of kindness and support.
  • The transformative power of bringing your full humanity – body, heart, and mind – to the workplace.
  • Chris's work in improv, authentic relating, and his innovative approaches to personal and professional growth.
    • Prepare for a conversation that challenges traditional notions of work and invites you to embrace your true self.

    #Improviser #EmbodimentCoach #Facilitator #AuthenticRelating #Playfulness #HumanConnection #Vulnerability #Messiness #Perfectionism

    Find out more about Sophie
    Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organizations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's work centers on creating an "employee engagement & customer engagement infinity loop," where genuine employee connection drives positive customer experiences, a concept explored in this episode.

    Find out more about Chris Kenworthy
    Chris wants more play in life. More open-hearted, messy human-ness. And he’s SO tired of trying really hard on his own all the time. Life is way more fun, loving and meaningful together. Do you too crave gentle human connection, playfulness and authenticity? Chris explores all this at his improv, play and Authentic Relating workshops. He’s an improviser, certified embodiment coach, and facilitator in Leeds (Yorkshire UK), and a recovering perfectionist. 
    ]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65229154Tue, 08 Apr 2025 05:00:07 +0000Sophie BryanWhat if your workplace celebrated your whole self? Join Sophie Bryan and Chris Kenworthy, an improviser, certified embodiment coach, and facilitator who craves more play, open-heartedness, and messy human-ness in life, for an electrifying exploration...
  • Why "authentic relating" and improv are more than just games – they're tools for self-discovery.
  • How to embrace "mistakes" and cultivate a culture of kindness and support.
  • The transformative power of bringing your full humanity – body, heart, and mind – to the workplace.
  • Chris's work in improv, authentic relating, and his innovative approaches to personal and professional growth.
    • Prepare for a conversation that challenges traditional notions of work and invites you to embrace your true self.

    #Improviser #EmbodimentCoach #Facilitator #AuthenticRelating #Playfulness #HumanConnection #Vulnerability #Messiness #Perfectionism

    Find out more about Sophie
    Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organizations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's work centers on creating an "employee engagement & customer engagement infinity loop," where genuine employee connection drives positive customer experiences, a concept explored in this episode.

    Find out more about Chris Kenworthy
    Chris wants more play in life. More open-hearted, messy human-ness. And he’s SO tired of trying really hard on his own all the time. Life is way more fun, loving and meaningful together. Do you too crave gentle human connection, playfulness and authenticity? Chris explores all this at his improv, play and Authentic Relating workshops. He’s an improviser, certified embodiment coach, and facilitator in Leeds (Yorkshire UK), and a recovering perfectionist. 
    ]]>    3397false34full    Eleanor Gibson: Agile: Unlock Freedom, Curiosity & Purpose - Transform Your Workplacehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleanor-gibson-agile-unlock-freedom-curiosity-purpose-transform-your-workplace--65043666
    Forget rigid blueprints; agile is about embracing evolution. Discover:
    • Agile as the Antidote to Chaos: Learn how agile brings structure to uncertainty, not the other way around.
    • Freedom: How agile empowers teams to self-organize and experiment, breaking free from rigid structures.
    • Curiosity: The power of "why?" and continuous questioning to spark new ideas and drive innovation.
    • Play: How "tinkering" and experimentation lead to unexpected solutions, as seen in Sophie's "10 and 10" example.
    • Purpose & Value: How agile aligns teams with value and purpose, driving engagement and innovation.

    Learn how to transform your workplace into a dynamic, responsive environment where teams thrive.

    Find out more about Sophie
    Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organisations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's unique approach blends agile principles with a focus on freedom, curiosity, and play, empowering teams to thrive in dynamic environments.

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Find out more about Eleanor Gibson and Tilt
    Tilt are a small team of expert charity agile coaches. They have guided 30+ non-profit leaders, teams and organisations to use agile principles to become more collaborative, innovative and adaptable. Through leadership coaching, courses, facilitated workshops and team coaching they build confident, inspired and empowered teams.Whether were organisation-wide agile transformation, building an innovative new product quickly, or building a collaborative and transparent team culture our goal is guide non-profits to embed the mindset, skills and tools to be more empowered, experimental and confident, with manageable workloads that deliver value.

    Website: https://teamtilt.co.uk/
    E: eleanor@teamtilt.co.uk]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65043666Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:00:07 +0000Sophie BryanIs your workplace plagued by uncertainty and outdated structures? Join Sophie Bryan, founder of Ordinarily Different and a leading workplace culture specialist, alongside agile expert Eleanor Gibson, as they reveal how agile principles can bring...
    Forget rigid blueprints; agile is about embracing evolution. Discover:
    • Agile as the Antidote to Chaos: Learn how agile brings structure to uncertainty, not the other way around.
    • Freedom: How agile empowers teams to self-organize and experiment, breaking free from rigid structures.
    • Curiosity: The power of "why?" and continuous questioning to spark new ideas and drive innovation.
    • Play: How "tinkering" and experimentation lead to unexpected solutions, as seen in Sophie's "10 and 10" example.
    • Purpose & Value: How agile aligns teams with value and purpose, driving engagement and innovation.

    Learn how to transform your workplace into a dynamic, responsive environment where teams thrive.

    Find out more about Sophie
    Sophie is a workplace culture disruptor, leadership coach, and the driving force behind Ordinarily Different. With decades of HR experience, she helps organisations create happier, healthier, and more purposeful work experiences. Sophie's unique approach blends agile principles with a focus on freedom, curiosity, and play, empowering teams to thrive in dynamic environments.

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Find out more about Eleanor Gibson and Tilt
    Tilt are a small team of expert charity agile coaches. They have guided 30+ non-profit leaders, teams and organisations to use agile principles to become more collaborative, innovative and adaptable. Through leadership coaching, courses, facilitated workshops and team coaching they build confident, inspired and empowered teams.Whether were organisation-wide agile transformation, building an innovative new product quickly, or building a collaborative and transparent team culture our goal is guide non-profits to embed the mindset, skills and tools to be more empowered, experimental and confident, with manageable workloads that deliver value.

    Website: https://teamtilt.co.uk/
    E: eleanor@teamtilt.co.uk]]>    3508agile,culture,curiosity,freedom,innovation,leadership,play,purposedriven,transformation.,workplacefalse33full    Fiona Ross: Empowering Masculinity in a Feminist Worldhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fiona-ross-empowering-masculinity-in-a-feminist-world--54254019
    Sophie and Fiona delve into a thought-provoking discussion about the role of men in the midst of the rise of feminism. While feminism has brought about significant positive changes for women, it's important to acknowledge that men should not be excluded from the conversation.

    This episode explores the necessity of embracing both masculine and feminine energies in the world, understanding that true harmony and progress can only be achieved when men and women blend their unique strengths and work together as allies.

    Drawing inspiration from the concept of yin and yang, Sophie and Fiona explore the idea that achieving a sense of equity between genders is more significant than simply pursuing equality. They challenge the notion of a victim society and discuss the unfortunate reality that men often feel apprehensive about being alone with women, fearing false accusations and potential harm to their reputations. It's crucial to create an environment that fosters trust, understanding, and respect between both genders.

    This episode sheds light on the struggles faced by men in our modern society. Fiona shares her observations from working with male clients, who often find themselves sacrificing their own well-being, attempting to shoulder all responsibilities, and ultimately burning out. Shocking statistics on male suicide highlight the urgency of addressing these issues and creating a supportive and peaceful world for men.

    The conversation delves into the concept of mansplaining, examining instances where women unintentionally emasculate men whilst also tackling the idea of toxic masculinity and the importance of holding space for men's vulnerability. Society has conditioned men to suppress their emotions, leading to a fear of judgment and ridicule for displaying any form of sensitivity or fear. It's time to redefine masculinity and create an inclusive culture that allows men to embrace their emotions fully.

    Additionally, this episode explores the significance of male camaraderie and the impact of the closure of traditional gathering places, such as pubs, on men's mental well-being. Men need spaces where they can connect with other men, build friendships, and share their experiences without judgment. The demands placed on men and the lack of emphasis on self-care have resulted in many neglecting their own needs, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction.

    Join us on this eye-opening journey as we shed light on the importance of embracing men's unique qualities, supporting their well-being, and creating a world where both men and women can thrive together. It's time to break free from societal expectations and foster an environment that encourages authenticity, vulnerability, and collaboration.


    Mentions:
    Brene Brown – Dare to Lead: https://www.waterstones.com/book/dare-to-lead/brene-brown/9781785042140
    The Power of the Masculine Archetypes Profile Quiz: https://fiona-ross.co.uk/freebies/masculine-archetypes-profile/

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Fiona:
    LinkdIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fionarosscoach/
    Website: https://fiona-ross.co.uk/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecauseMenMatter

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54254019Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000Sophie BryanIn this exciting first episode of season 3, Sophie has a heartfelt conversation with Fiona Ross, an esteemed coach who specialises in empowering men to find balance, wholeness, and integrity in their lives. Sophie and Fiona delve into a...
    Sophie and Fiona delve into a thought-provoking discussion about the role of men in the midst of the rise of feminism. While feminism has brought about significant positive changes for women, it's important to acknowledge that men should not be excluded from the conversation.

    This episode explores the necessity of embracing both masculine and feminine energies in the world, understanding that true harmony and progress can only be achieved when men and women blend their unique strengths and work together as allies.

    Drawing inspiration from the concept of yin and yang, Sophie and Fiona explore the idea that achieving a sense of equity between genders is more significant than simply pursuing equality. They challenge the notion of a victim society and discuss the unfortunate reality that men often feel apprehensive about being alone with women, fearing false accusations and potential harm to their reputations. It's crucial to create an environment that fosters trust, understanding, and respect between both genders.

    This episode sheds light on the struggles faced by men in our modern society. Fiona shares her observations from working with male clients, who often find themselves sacrificing their own well-being, attempting to shoulder all responsibilities, and ultimately burning out. Shocking statistics on male suicide highlight the urgency of addressing these issues and creating a supportive and peaceful world for men.

    The conversation delves into the concept of mansplaining, examining instances where women unintentionally emasculate men whilst also tackling the idea of toxic masculinity and the importance of holding space for men's vulnerability. Society has conditioned men to suppress their emotions, leading to a fear of judgment and ridicule for displaying any form of sensitivity or fear. It's time to redefine masculinity and create an inclusive culture that allows men to embrace their emotions fully.

    Additionally, this episode explores the significance of male camaraderie and the impact of the closure of traditional gathering places, such as pubs, on men's mental well-being. Men need spaces where they can connect with other men, build friendships, and share their experiences without judgment. The demands placed on men and the lack of emphasis on self-care have resulted in many neglecting their own needs, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction.

    Join us on this eye-opening journey as we shed light on the importance of embracing men's unique qualities, supporting their well-being, and creating a world where both men and women can thrive together. It's time to break free from societal expectations and foster an environment that encourages authenticity, vulnerability, and collaboration.


    Mentions:
    Brene Brown – Dare to Lead: https://www.waterstones.com/book/dare-to-lead/brene-brown/9781785042140
    The Power of the Masculine Archetypes Profile Quiz: https://fiona-ross.co.uk/freebies/masculine-archetypes-profile/

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Fiona:
    LinkdIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fionarosscoach/
    Website: https://fiona-ross.co.uk/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BecauseMenMatter
    3355coaching,empowerment,equality,leadership,men,rebel,women,workfalse32full    Mum & 12 year old daughter talk IWDhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mum-12-year-old-daughter-talk-iwd--64773481
    Join Sophie, workplace culture disruptor and sex coach, as she sits down with her daughter, Mila, for a raw and honest conversation about freedom, equality, and the future of womanhood.

    From Gen Z perspectives on millennials to candid discussions about sexuality and the need for educational reform, this isn't your typical IWD episode. Prepare for a powerful intergenerational dialogue that will challenge your assumptions and ignite hope for a more equitable world.

    Mila's voice, brimming with passion and conviction, will leave you inspired and ready to amplify the voices of the next generation.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64773481Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:30:02 +0000Sophie BryanWhat does International Women's Day really mean to a 12-year-old in 2024? Join Sophie, workplace culture disruptor and sex coach, as she sits down with her daughter, Mila, for a raw and honest conversation about freedom, equality, and the future of...
    Join Sophie, workplace culture disruptor and sex coach, as she sits down with her daughter, Mila, for a raw and honest conversation about freedom, equality, and the future of womanhood.

    From Gen Z perspectives on millennials to candid discussions about sexuality and the need for educational reform, this isn't your typical IWD episode. Prepare for a powerful intergenerational dialogue that will challenge your assumptions and ignite hope for a more equitable world.

    Mila's voice, brimming with passion and conviction, will leave you inspired and ready to amplify the voices of the next generation.]]>    3745genderequality,genz,inspiring,internationalwomensday,iwd,iwd2025,modernparenting,motherdaughter,motherhood,parentingteens,rebelworkpodcast,sexuality,singlemums,womensrightsfalse31full    Sophie On: Loneliness in Leadershiphttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophie-on-loneliness-in-leadership--53732942
    This is a topic that I find people rarely talk about from a career perspective, but more from a personal perspective, but this was something that came about when I was thinking back on my own career path.

    Having been in a corporate leadership role from a young age, I wanted to share my experiences in this, and also now years later as I run my own business, the loneliness still resides.

    HR can also really keep you in a silo, due to the nature of the job and knowing highly sensitive information, makes for a very lonely experience. Where does HR go, when they are the leaning pillar for the company?

    As a business owner now, I try to surround myself with vibrant people who can help me learn, grow and have a good time too. But as an entrepreneur, you need to actively seek out this as you don’t have colleagues you can fall back on.

    If you are feeling this, know you are not alone and things do get better. Harness the power of your loneliness, lean on those around you and find your tribe!

    Give me a shout on social, lets connect:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53732942Sun, 07 May 2023 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this special mini-episode, (the Sophie Solo I like to call them), I dive into some personal stories of mine all around loneliness. This is a topic that I find people rarely talk about from a career perspective, but more from a personal...
    This is a topic that I find people rarely talk about from a career perspective, but more from a personal perspective, but this was something that came about when I was thinking back on my own career path.

    Having been in a corporate leadership role from a young age, I wanted to share my experiences in this, and also now years later as I run my own business, the loneliness still resides.

    HR can also really keep you in a silo, due to the nature of the job and knowing highly sensitive information, makes for a very lonely experience. Where does HR go, when they are the leaning pillar for the company?

    As a business owner now, I try to surround myself with vibrant people who can help me learn, grow and have a good time too. But as an entrepreneur, you need to actively seek out this as you don’t have colleagues you can fall back on.

    If you are feeling this, know you are not alone and things do get better. Harness the power of your loneliness, lean on those around you and find your tribe!

    Give me a shout on social, lets connect:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk]]>    1065business,career,development,entrepremeur,growth,leadership,loneliness,personal,stories,workfalse212full    Libby Vincent: Beyond Our Gender, Conversations on Feminism, Authentic Leadership, and the Importance of Being Yourselfhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libby-vincent-beyond-our-gender-conversations-on-feminism-authentic-leadership-and-the-importance-of-being-yourself--53182630
    Sophie shares her personal journey as a young leader at the age of 25 and the challenges she faced in leadership roles not only as a woman but as a young leader. They discuss how certain leadership styles can lack authenticity and limit your potential to add value and emphasize the importance of being able to shine as yourself rather than simply fulfilling a role description.

    Sophie and Libby also touch on the issue of pinkwashing and how it tends to occur on International Women's Day. They also debate the leadership styles of agentic and communal leadership – directive and authoritative – and how to find the balance between them. They stress the importance of looking at how people lead rather than letting their gender define their leadership style.

    Moreover, they address the misconception of gender and how women and men are perceived differently, and highlight the problems within feminism. They explain that it's not about the gender you present as, but rather about the expectations attached to that gender that can prevent you from delivering your full potential. Lastly, Sophie debates with Libby about the case for men and how it's important to talk about men's issues and problems equally as women.

    Mentions and references: Burnt by the Spotlight paper: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2021-19394-001

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Libby:
    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbyvincent/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/theceospad
    Website: https://www.libbyvincent.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theceospad/
    ]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53182630Wed, 19 Apr 2023 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanSophie and Libby delve into the topics of feminism and International Women's Day. They explore the different ways in which women are perceived in the workplace and the wider world. Sophie shares her personal journey as a young leader at the age of...
    Sophie shares her personal journey as a young leader at the age of 25 and the challenges she faced in leadership roles not only as a woman but as a young leader. They discuss how certain leadership styles can lack authenticity and limit your potential to add value and emphasize the importance of being able to shine as yourself rather than simply fulfilling a role description.

    Sophie and Libby also touch on the issue of pinkwashing and how it tends to occur on International Women's Day. They also debate the leadership styles of agentic and communal leadership – directive and authoritative – and how to find the balance between them. They stress the importance of looking at how people lead rather than letting their gender define their leadership style.

    Moreover, they address the misconception of gender and how women and men are perceived differently, and highlight the problems within feminism. They explain that it's not about the gender you present as, but rather about the expectations attached to that gender that can prevent you from delivering your full potential. Lastly, Sophie debates with Libby about the case for men and how it's important to talk about men's issues and problems equally as women.

    Mentions and references: Burnt by the Spotlight paper: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2021-19394-001

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Libby:
    LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/libbyvincent/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/theceospad
    Website: https://www.libbyvincent.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theceospad/
    ]]>    2877authentic,bryan,business,career,female,feminism,leadership,pinkwashing,rebel,sophie,women,workfalse212full    Lindsey Agness: Exploring the Principles and Applications of Neuro-Linguistic Programminghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lindsey-agness-exploring-the-principles-and-applications-of-neuro-linguistic-programming--53400097
    Sophie and Lindsey dive deeper into the principles of NLP and how it can be used to help individuals overcome various challenges in their lives. They discuss how NLP works by understanding how the brain processes information, and how this can be used to change behaviours and thought patterns.

    Lindsey shares her insights and experience from many years of working with clients using NLP, and how it can help people overcome phobias, fears, and other limiting beliefs. She also talks about how NLP can be used to improve communication, build rapport, and achieve greater success in personal and professional relationships.

    Sophie shares her own personal experience with NLP and how it has helped her to overcome certain challenges and improve her life. She discusses her current journey of becoming an NLP master, and the various techniques and strategies she has learned along the way.

    The conversation then turns to a comparison of NLP with CBT therapy, and the differences in the time it takes for each to show results. Lindsey and Sophie explore the benefits of each approach and how they can be used in conjunction with each other to achieve optimal results.

    Finally, they discuss the many applications of NLP in the workplace, and how it can be used to improve leadership, communication, and team dynamics. Lindsey shares some examples of how NLP has been successfully used in various organizations to enhance performance and productivity.

    Overall, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of NLP, and the many ways it can be used to help individuals and organizations achieve their goals and improve their lives.

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Lindsey:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-agness-3562871/
    Change your life with NLPL: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00A8N8IO4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
    Browse Lindsey’s other books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lindsey-Agness/e/B001JRYZAY%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53400097Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie sits down with Lindsey Agness, one of the leading experts in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and the author of the book 'Change your life with NLP'. Sophie and Lindsey dive deeper into the principles of NLP and how it can...
    Sophie and Lindsey dive deeper into the principles of NLP and how it can be used to help individuals overcome various challenges in their lives. They discuss how NLP works by understanding how the brain processes information, and how this can be used to change behaviours and thought patterns.

    Lindsey shares her insights and experience from many years of working with clients using NLP, and how it can help people overcome phobias, fears, and other limiting beliefs. She also talks about how NLP can be used to improve communication, build rapport, and achieve greater success in personal and professional relationships.

    Sophie shares her own personal experience with NLP and how it has helped her to overcome certain challenges and improve her life. She discusses her current journey of becoming an NLP master, and the various techniques and strategies she has learned along the way.

    The conversation then turns to a comparison of NLP with CBT therapy, and the differences in the time it takes for each to show results. Lindsey and Sophie explore the benefits of each approach and how they can be used in conjunction with each other to achieve optimal results.

    Finally, they discuss the many applications of NLP in the workplace, and how it can be used to improve leadership, communication, and team dynamics. Lindsey shares some examples of how NLP has been successfully used in various organizations to enhance performance and productivity.

    Overall, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of NLP, and the many ways it can be used to help individuals and organizations achieve their goals and improve their lives.

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk, TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Lindsey:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-agness-3562871/
    Change your life with NLPL: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00A8N8IO4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
    Browse Lindsey’s other books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lindsey-Agness/e/B001JRYZAY%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share]]>    3195business,career,female,growth,leader,leadership,life,lindseyagness,nlp,personal,rebel,sophie,sophiebryan,workfalse211full    Scott Walker: Empathy, Sympathy & Compassion - Lessons from a Hostage Negotiatorhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scott-walker-empathy-sympathy-compassion-lessons-from-a-hostage-negotiator--53256713
    The conversation kicks off with a discussion on mindset and how having the right mindset sets the tone for negotiation. Scott emphasizes the importance of clear, objective, and rational thinking in all communication. Managing your state of mind is crucial to articulating yourself appropriately in any given situation.

    Building trust is also a key element of successful negotiation, and understanding the needs of the person you're negotiating with is essential. Sophie and Scott go on to define sympathy, empathy, and compassion. Scott breaks down empathy into emotional and cognitive empathy and explains how the two lead towards compassion. He argues that being sympathetic is not effective in negotiation.

    Lastly, they delve into the impact of teams within an organization, particularly the need for a red team. A red team helps identify potential dangers and "what ifs." For a red team to be effective, an organization must fully commit to hearing what they have to say and taking appropriate action in response.

    Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into negotiation and communication, drawn from Scott's wealth of experience as a hostage negotiator. So, whether you're negotiating in business or in your personal life, this podcast is a must-listen.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Scott Walker:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaw/
    Pre-order Scott’s Book: https://www.scottwalkerbooks.co.uk/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53256713Wed, 22 Mar 2023 08:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie sits down with former police hostage negotiator Scott Walker to talk about the art of negotiation. Scott has a new book coming out called "The Order of Chaos," which Sophie describes as a user's manual and ethos for negotiating...
    The conversation kicks off with a discussion on mindset and how having the right mindset sets the tone for negotiation. Scott emphasizes the importance of clear, objective, and rational thinking in all communication. Managing your state of mind is crucial to articulating yourself appropriately in any given situation.

    Building trust is also a key element of successful negotiation, and understanding the needs of the person you're negotiating with is essential. Sophie and Scott go on to define sympathy, empathy, and compassion. Scott breaks down empathy into emotional and cognitive empathy and explains how the two lead towards compassion. He argues that being sympathetic is not effective in negotiation.

    Lastly, they delve into the impact of teams within an organization, particularly the need for a red team. A red team helps identify potential dangers and "what ifs." For a red team to be effective, an organization must fully commit to hearing what they have to say and taking appropriate action in response.

    Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into negotiation and communication, drawn from Scott's wealth of experience as a hostage negotiator. So, whether you're negotiating in business or in your personal life, this podcast is a must-listen.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Scott Walker:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaw/
    Pre-order Scott’s Book: https://www.scottwalkerbooks.co.uk/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3453business,career,communication,empathy,negotiation,people,scottwalker,sophie,sophiebryanfalse210full    George Beverley: Employee and User Experience - Seeing it From Outside in.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/george-beverley-employee-and-user-experience-seeing-it-from-outside-in--53102634
    The episode looks at how consumers of products are extremely diverse and George – who in his podcast, The Audience Detective, discusses Ginger Nuts biscuits as an example; Ginger Nut biscuits have a client base of builders, nurses, and pregnant women. A kaleidoscope of different people with different reasons for purchasing the product but organisations must find a commonality among all these diverse individuals.

    This episode also touches upon stories and particularly the ‘Stories which we tell ourselves’ - a phrase coined by Brene Brown. Sophie and George discuss how stories are so influential in our lives, businesses and elaborate on how we convince ourselves with these stories whilst rarely look for the facts behind them and running without first hypothesis.

    Books / Mentions
    People:Clayton Tristianson: https://claytonchristensen.com/
    Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/
    Books:
    Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Carderman: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0141033576
    The Science of Storytelling: Why Stories Make Us Human, and How To Tell Them Better by Will Storr: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Storytelling-Will-Storr/dp/0008276935
    Gallop Survey: https://www.gallup.com/analytics/318875/global-research.aspx

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about George Beverly:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgebeverley/
    Insightful UX: https://insightfulux.co.uk/
    Linktree:https://linktr.ee/georgebeverley

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53102634Wed, 08 Mar 2023 08:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanIn this podcast, Sophie moves away from the cultures of workplaces and discusses businesses from a customer or clients’ point of view with George Beverly of Insightful UX. George’s business helps organisations understand their clients’ customers /...
    The episode looks at how consumers of products are extremely diverse and George – who in his podcast, The Audience Detective, discusses Ginger Nuts biscuits as an example; Ginger Nut biscuits have a client base of builders, nurses, and pregnant women. A kaleidoscope of different people with different reasons for purchasing the product but organisations must find a commonality among all these diverse individuals.

    This episode also touches upon stories and particularly the ‘Stories which we tell ourselves’ - a phrase coined by Brene Brown. Sophie and George discuss how stories are so influential in our lives, businesses and elaborate on how we convince ourselves with these stories whilst rarely look for the facts behind them and running without first hypothesis.

    Books / Mentions
    People:Clayton Tristianson: https://claytonchristensen.com/
    Brene Brown: https://brenebrown.com/
    Books:
    Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Carderman: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0141033576
    The Science of Storytelling: Why Stories Make Us Human, and How To Tell Them Better by Will Storr: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Science-Storytelling-Will-Storr/dp/0008276935
    Gallop Survey: https://www.gallup.com/analytics/318875/global-research.aspx

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about George Beverly:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgebeverley/
    Insightful UX: https://insightfulux.co.uk/
    Linktree:https://linktr.ee/georgebeverley

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3897business,career,customer,employee,inspiring,userexperience,ux,workfalsefull    Victoria Usher: Creating a Thriving, Supportive and Positive Work Culturehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/victoria-usher-creating-a-thriving-supportive-and-positive-work-culture--52725087
    Victoria takes great pride in allowing her employees to have freedom within boundaries but also sees her role within the company as an educator. As an advocate for sustainability, Victoria encourages and educates her staff about living sustainably whilst integrating it within the business. The company has provided several workshops about sustainability including topics such as cleaning products highlighting the some of the dangers commercial products have on not only the environment but to people’s health.

    Finally, the discussion moves to the different colours of personality in the DiSC profile. The DISC profile is commonly used in organizational settings for team building, leadership development, and employee training. By understanding their own DISC style and the styles of others, individuals can improve communication and collaboration, manage conflicts more effectively, and increase overall productivity and performance. Victoria explains how important it is that a person’s colour matches their role within the workplace, allowing them to feel fulfilled and benefiting the output of the business.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Victoria:
    L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-usher-a3013a9/
    L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gingermay-marketing-and-pr/posts/?feedView=all
    W: https://teamgingermay.com/

    References and mentions:
    Disc test: https://www.123test.com/disc-personality-test/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52725087Wed, 22 Feb 2023 08:30:01 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses the benefits of implementing a coaching culture in the workplace with Victoria Usher, founder and CEO of GingerMay PR. Sophie and Victoria discuss how by integrating a coaching culture in an organisation empowers...
    Victoria takes great pride in allowing her employees to have freedom within boundaries but also sees her role within the company as an educator. As an advocate for sustainability, Victoria encourages and educates her staff about living sustainably whilst integrating it within the business. The company has provided several workshops about sustainability including topics such as cleaning products highlighting the some of the dangers commercial products have on not only the environment but to people’s health.

    Finally, the discussion moves to the different colours of personality in the DiSC profile. The DISC profile is commonly used in organizational settings for team building, leadership development, and employee training. By understanding their own DISC style and the styles of others, individuals can improve communication and collaboration, manage conflicts more effectively, and increase overall productivity and performance. Victoria explains how important it is that a person’s colour matches their role within the workplace, allowing them to feel fulfilled and benefiting the output of the business.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Victoria:
    L: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-usher-a3013a9/
    L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gingermay-marketing-and-pr/posts/?feedView=all
    W: https://teamgingermay.com/

    References and mentions:
    Disc test: https://www.123test.com/disc-personality-test/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3323false27full    Christopher Walker: Work and life with connections, positivity and meaning. A life worth living.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/christopher-walker-work-and-life-with-connections-positivity-and-meaning-a-life-worth-living--52655269
    Positive psychology, according to Christopher Peterson, is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living – it explores character strengths, optimism, happiness, wellbeing, and compassion. Christopher strives to make it his mission to dispel the myth that happiness in work is pink and fluffy. He argues it is more about flourishing on multiple levels such as a personal, cultural, relational, biological and global level.

    Sophie and Christopher discuss why positive psychology is so important in workplaces today and how an uncertain climate and a volatile landscape have led to a need for all organisations needing a Chief Happiness Officer or Strategic Positive Psychologist– a skilled person in understanding organisation challenges and who can drive effective leadership.

    This podcast discusses many staggering facts about how unhappy people are feeling in their work right now - and all over the world. One powerful thing Christopher suggests we can do is to encourage people to build positive connections. He explores how we should invest in strategies that bring people together. As human beings, we crave meaningful connections which create oxytocin, and gives us a sense of bonding and increase our sense of belonging.

    This all combines to improve the mental health and well-being of everyone. If we offer people a range of opportunities to connect and support people to engage in work that utilises their strengths, people then report feeling more engaged and energised.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Find out more about Christopher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kit-walker-378b851b/
    References and mentions:
    Strength to Strength – Arthur Brooks: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness-Purpose/dp/059319148X
    Toxic Positivity - T. R. Tucker:https://www.blurb.com/b/10423973-toxic-positivity
    Mindset – Carol Dweck: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mindset-How-Fulfil-Your-Potential/dp/1780332009
    Flow – Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Csikszentmihalyi-Jul-01-2008/dp/0061339202
    The Happiness Advantage – Shawn Achor: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happiness-Advantage-Principles-Psychology-Performance/dp/0753539470
    *Not mentioned, but strongly recommend The Good Life, by Robert Waldinger and Mark Shultz: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Life-Lessons-Longest-Happiness/dp/1846046769


    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52655269Wed, 08 Feb 2023 08:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie is joined by Christopher Walker who has similarly moved away from his corporate career into one of training and coaching incorporating the use of positive psychology in the workplaces he engages with. Positive psychology,...
    Positive psychology, according to Christopher Peterson, is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living – it explores character strengths, optimism, happiness, wellbeing, and compassion. Christopher strives to make it his mission to dispel the myth that happiness in work is pink and fluffy. He argues it is more about flourishing on multiple levels such as a personal, cultural, relational, biological and global level.

    Sophie and Christopher discuss why positive psychology is so important in workplaces today and how an uncertain climate and a volatile landscape have led to a need for all organisations needing a Chief Happiness Officer or Strategic Positive Psychologist– a skilled person in understanding organisation challenges and who can drive effective leadership.

    This podcast discusses many staggering facts about how unhappy people are feeling in their work right now - and all over the world. One powerful thing Christopher suggests we can do is to encourage people to build positive connections. He explores how we should invest in strategies that bring people together. As human beings, we crave meaningful connections which create oxytocin, and gives us a sense of bonding and increase our sense of belonging.

    This all combines to improve the mental health and well-being of everyone. If we offer people a range of opportunities to connect and support people to engage in work that utilises their strengths, people then report feeling more engaged and energised.

    How to find out more about Sophie:LinkedIn:
    Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Find out more about Christopher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kit-walker-378b851b/
    References and mentions:
    Strength to Strength – Arthur Brooks: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness-Purpose/dp/059319148X
    Toxic Positivity - T. R. Tucker:https://www.blurb.com/b/10423973-toxic-positivity
    Mindset – Carol Dweck: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mindset-How-Fulfil-Your-Potential/dp/1780332009
    Flow – Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Csikszentmihalyi-Jul-01-2008/dp/0061339202
    The Happiness Advantage – Shawn Achor: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happiness-Advantage-Principles-Psychology-Performance/dp/0753539470
    *Not mentioned, but strongly recommend The Good Life, by Robert Waldinger and Mark Shultz: 27full    Sophie On: Purpose, Rituals and Connectionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophie-on-purpose-rituals-and-connection--52493306
    Sophie shares the idea of purpose and questions whether the organisations we work with are sharing our individual sense of purpose - and what happens when they don’t. This makes it incredibly hard to uphold the values of the organisation we work with and also does not allow us to be our true authentic selves.

    Sophie then talks about the importance of rituals in our everyday lives and how they prime us for the things we are to face throughout the day. We are continually immersed in rituals without even knowing, for example rituals of induction to a workplace or switching off rituals at the end of the day, and these sometimes small and simple actions allow us to connect with our experiences. Sophie shares some of her past and current rituals that have helped her throughout her work and home life.

    Finally, combining purpose and rituals, Sophie examines the connection in our lives. How lacking authenticity and not allowing us to behave as our true self makes it difficult to build connections with others. Sophie describes a recent music concert she attended, along with seventy-six thousand others, and describes the sense of connection with the thousands who were present and unified at that moment.

    Mentions:
    Gabriella Braun – All that we are book:     https://www.amazon.co.uk/All-That-Are-Uncovering-Behaviour/dp/0349427291

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52493306Wed, 25 Jan 2023 08:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this short solo session, Sophie discusses three concepts that we all need to consider as we progress into a new year; purpose, rituals and connection. Sophie shares the idea of purpose and questions whether the organisations we work with are...
    Sophie shares the idea of purpose and questions whether the organisations we work with are sharing our individual sense of purpose - and what happens when they don’t. This makes it incredibly hard to uphold the values of the organisation we work with and also does not allow us to be our true authentic selves.

    Sophie then talks about the importance of rituals in our everyday lives and how they prime us for the things we are to face throughout the day. We are continually immersed in rituals without even knowing, for example rituals of induction to a workplace or switching off rituals at the end of the day, and these sometimes small and simple actions allow us to connect with our experiences. Sophie shares some of her past and current rituals that have helped her throughout her work and home life.

    Finally, combining purpose and rituals, Sophie examines the connection in our lives. How lacking authenticity and not allowing us to behave as our true self makes it difficult to build connections with others. Sophie describes a recent music concert she attended, along with seventy-six thousand others, and describes the sense of connection with the thousands who were present and unified at that moment.

    Mentions:
    Gabriella Braun – All that we are book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/All-That-Are-Uncovering-Behaviour/dp/0349427291

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    1111bryan,business,career,connection,learning,people,purpose,rebel,rituals,self,selflove,sophie,workfalse26fullGabriella Braun: Bringing yourself work. The good, the bad and (more importantly) the ugly.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gabriella-braun-bringing-yourself-work-the-good-the-bad-and-more-importantly-the-ugly--52420815
    Gabriella discusses how people need to embrace themselves for all that they are; the good, and bad as this encompasses all our personal experiences and makes us who we are. We shouldn’t leave our personalities, history or trauma at the door – it makes us who we are and argues we should allow the richness of who we are to come to play in the workplace.

    Sophie and Gabriella explore how we all have an opposing pull of violence, aggression and hatred which is suppressed in our unconscious. Therefore, we never accept all of ourselves - who we truly are. It is important to recognise the side of us that we don’t necessarily want to.

    One topic of the podcast is the sense of belonging in the workplace. Gabriella suggests that love is needed in the workplace to bring a sense of commitment and a genuine compassion of how others are actually feeling and spaces need to be created which allow people to be human.

    The podcast concludes with the theme of speaking the unspeakable – raising those uncomfortable truths that need to be aired and Gabriella discusses some examples from her book. We all have pre-occupations before we get into the workspace, and by airing some of these, it allows people to breathe, relax and embrace themselves, their full selves, in the workplace.

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Gabriella:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellabraun/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/BraunGabriella
    W: https://www.gabriellabraun.co.uk/
    All that we are book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/All-That-Are-Uncovering-Behaviour/dp/0349427291

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52420815Wed, 18 Jan 2023 09:40:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this session, Sophie discusses psychoanalysis in the workplace with Director, Consultant and Author, Gabriella Braun. Sophie and Gabriella go into detail about Gabriella’s book ‘All That We Are,’ which looks at applying psychoanalytical thinking to...
    Gabriella discusses how people need to embrace themselves for all that they are; the good, and bad as this encompasses all our personal experiences and makes us who we are. We shouldn’t leave our personalities, history or trauma at the door – it makes us who we are and argues we should allow the richness of who we are to come to play in the workplace.

    Sophie and Gabriella explore how we all have an opposing pull of violence, aggression and hatred which is suppressed in our unconscious. Therefore, we never accept all of ourselves - who we truly are. It is important to recognise the side of us that we don’t necessarily want to.

    One topic of the podcast is the sense of belonging in the workplace. Gabriella suggests that love is needed in the workplace to bring a sense of commitment and a genuine compassion of how others are actually feeling and spaces need to be created which allow people to be human.

    The podcast concludes with the theme of speaking the unspeakable – raising those uncomfortable truths that need to be aired and Gabriella discusses some examples from her book. We all have pre-occupations before we get into the workspace, and by airing some of these, it allows people to breathe, relax and embrace themselves, their full selves, in the workplace.

    How to find out more about Sophie:
    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Gabriella:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellabraun/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/BraunGabriella
    W: https://www.gabriellabraun.co.uk/
    All that we are book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/All-That-Are-Uncovering-Behaviour/dp/0349427291

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    4204author,business,career,experience,female,human,leaders,leadership,lifestyle,personal,personalgrowth,rebel,sophie,woman,work,workspacefalse25full    Benedict Beaumont: The Physical and Mental Power of Breathhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/benedict-beaumont-the-physical-and-mental-power-of-breath--52226238
    Ben shares his techniques to improve your life both physically and mentally and this episode features two techniques that you can follow along to and feel the instant benefits. Ben believes that the power of breathwork, when harnessed properly, can transform every part of your life, including at work.

    Sophie and Ben talk about the value of breath awareness, and the questions to get you started on your own breath journey: when am I breathing too fast or slow, where is the breath, is it shallow and in the upper chest? When we understand how we breathe in different situations we can improve our overall well-being.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    Breath by James Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615
    Coherent Breathing: https://www.iberlibro.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30592318426&cm_mmc=ggl-_-ES_Shopp_RareStd_en-_-product_id=bi%3A%2030592318426-_-keyword=&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtICdBhCLARIsALUBFcG9608nfmiORrP6op1WWogmP7kNt7iM1rC7ZYkGvGD3813_0Q8Kj1QaAvyEEALw_wcB

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Benedict:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedict-beaumont-92860631/
    W: https://www.makesomebreathingspace.com/breathing-space

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.




    ]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52226238Wed, 21 Dec 2022 08:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses the power of breath with Benedict Beaumont. Ben is a breathwork facilitator who discusses in depth the benefits of breathing correctly and the power of breathing for connecting with yourself, and with other people....
    Ben shares his techniques to improve your life both physically and mentally and this episode features two techniques that you can follow along to and feel the instant benefits. Ben believes that the power of breathwork, when harnessed properly, can transform every part of your life, including at work.

    Sophie and Ben talk about the value of breath awareness, and the questions to get you started on your own breath journey: when am I breathing too fast or slow, where is the breath, is it shallow and in the upper chest? When we understand how we breathe in different situations we can improve our overall well-being.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    Breath by James Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615
    Coherent Breathing: https://www.iberlibro.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=30592318426&cm_mmc=ggl-_-ES_Shopp_RareStd_en-_-product_id=bi%3A%2030592318426-_-keyword=&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtICdBhCLARIsALUBFcG9608nfmiORrP6op1WWogmP7kNt7iM1rC7ZYkGvGD3813_0Q8Kj1QaAvyEEALw_wcB

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Benedict:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benedict-beaumont-92860631/
    W: https://www.makesomebreathingspace.com/breathing-space

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.




    ]]>    2449breath,breathwork,business,career,rebel,sophie,sophiebryan,well-being,wellness,workfalse24full    Sophie on: Wellness in the Workplace, the Ritual of Winding Your Body Downhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophie-on-wellness-in-the-workplace-the-ritual-of-winding-your-body-down--52166159
    Sophie talks about rituals of winding our bodies down after work, getting ourselves prepared to relax, do exercise or cook dinner. All the things our bodies need to do after a full day's work. Sophie explains some of the things we can do to prepare ourselves for these so we can do it safely and set ourselves up the next day.

    Nutrition is also a key factor of wellness within the workplace, as our bodies get tired and more slouched, we often find ourselves reaching for the fizzy drinks, or chocolate bars to help get us through those 2 pm slumps. Sophie discusses how culturally there needs to be more education on the fuel that our bodies really need to get us through the day.

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52166159Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanWhen we think about wellness at work, we automatically think about mental health, but in this mini-episode, Sophie dives into the physical side of wellness at work. As a certified yoga teacher and practitioner, Sophie talks about the strains that our...
    Sophie talks about rituals of winding our bodies down after work, getting ourselves prepared to relax, do exercise or cook dinner. All the things our bodies need to do after a full day's work. Sophie explains some of the things we can do to prepare ourselves for these so we can do it safely and set ourselves up the next day.

    Nutrition is also a key factor of wellness within the workplace, as our bodies get tired and more slouched, we often find ourselves reaching for the fizzy drinks, or chocolate bars to help get us through those 2 pm slumps. Sophie discusses how culturally there needs to be more education on the fuel that our bodies really need to get us through the day.

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk]]>    841bryan,career,culture,leadership,mindfullness,miniep,rebel,rebelwork,rituals,sophie,wellbeing,wellness,work,workplace,yogafalse23full    Abla Filali Meknassi: Chief Happiness Officer Talks Happiness at Workhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abla-filali-meknassi-chief-happiness-officer-talks-happiness-at-work--52102506
    Sophie and Abla dive into the topic of diversity within the workplace and the need to create inclusive working environments to empower individuals. Recognising biases and also recognising how people feel empowered is different culturally.

    Finally, the podcast talks about the strengths of individuals within an organisation and how playing people to their strengths leads to a happier workforce and decreases the number of actively disengaged people from their work.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    Clifton Strengths Finder Tool - Gallup: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx
    Strengths Finder 2.0 - Gallup: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspx
    16 Personalities Test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
    Henry Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrystewart/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Information about Abla:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abla-filali-meknassi-/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52102506Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses happiness in the workplace with Global Culture Leader, Abla Filali Meknassi. Abla describes how we can create working environments and work experiences for organisations where employees can feel psychologically safe,...
    Sophie and Abla dive into the topic of diversity within the workplace and the need to create inclusive working environments to empower individuals. Recognising biases and also recognising how people feel empowered is different culturally.

    Finally, the podcast talks about the strengths of individuals within an organisation and how playing people to their strengths leads to a happier workforce and decreases the number of actively disengaged people from their work.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    Clifton Strengths Finder Tool - Gallup: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx
    Strengths Finder 2.0 - Gallup: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspx
    16 Personalities Test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test
    Henry Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrystewart/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Information about Abla:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abla-filali-meknassi-/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3589business,career,culture,diversity,happiness,hr,leaders,leadership,rebel,sophie,work,workingfalse22full    Laurence McCahill: Competitors or Collaborators?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/laurence-mccahill-competitors-or-collaborators--51963698
    Sophie and Laurence also discuss how the endless growth model of business is unsustainable and how Laurence is trying to encourage others to change by some interesting events such as ‘The Week of Nothing’ which Sophie attended.

    Finally, Sophie and Laurence get to the topic of rituals in business and how Laurence uses these inherently spiritual practices in his camps to ground people within a shared space and have a lasting and leading effect of the individuals who take part.

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Find out more about Laurence
    LinkedIn: Laurence McCahill (https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurencemccahill/)
    Happy Start Up: https://www.thehappystartupschool.com/
    Happy Start Up LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/happystartups/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51963698Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses how to do business differently with Laurence McCahill. Laurence is co-founder of the Happy Start Up with Dr Carlos Saba and in this podcast, he discusses the three values of his company; friendship, learning and play...
    Sophie and Laurence also discuss how the endless growth model of business is unsustainable and how Laurence is trying to encourage others to change by some interesting events such as ‘The Week of Nothing’ which Sophie attended.

    Finally, Sophie and Laurence get to the topic of rituals in business and how Laurence uses these inherently spiritual practices in his camps to ground people within a shared space and have a lasting and leading effect of the individuals who take part.

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn: Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Find out more about Laurence
    LinkedIn: Laurence McCahill (https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurencemccahill/)
    Happy Start Up: https://www.thehappystartupschool.com/
    Happy Start Up LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/happystartups/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    7487business,career,company,culture,entrepreneur,entrepreneurship,learning,values,workfalse21full    Lizzie Benton: Self Managed Organisations - Why it Works but Why We Don’t Do It!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lizzie-benton-self-managed-organisations-why-it-works-but-why-we-don-t-do-it--51393944
    This episode goes into detail about the structure of businesses and examine how businesses are the last place where democracy has yet to set in and should look to employ a more transparent workplace where pay is also transparent from company accounts to individuals’ income.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    TEAL around the world – Annual conference: https://www.tealaroundtheworld.com/
    Bertzog nursing in the Netherlands: https://www.buurtzorg.com/
    Ricarrdo Semler – https://semcostyle.com/ – Lizzy trained with their international team

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Information about Lizzie
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzie-benton/
    Website - https://libertymind.co.uk/
    Twitter - https://twitter.com/Lizzie_LibertyM?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51393944Wed, 05 Oct 2022 07:48:57 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie is joined by Certified Senco Style (self managed working) expert Lizzie Benton of ‘Liberty Mind.’ Lizzie’s company is inspired to promote freedom of the mind – freedom from the way we think we should be doing things. Sophie and...
    This episode goes into detail about the structure of businesses and examine how businesses are the last place where democracy has yet to set in and should look to employ a more transparent workplace where pay is also transparent from company accounts to individuals’ income.

    Episode mentions and resources:
    TEAL around the world – Annual conference: https://www.tealaroundtheworld.com/
    Bertzog nursing in the Netherlands: https://www.buurtzorg.com/
    Ricarrdo Semler – https://semcostyle.com/ – Lizzy trained with their international team

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Information about Lizzie
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzie-benton/
    Website - https://libertymind.co.uk/
    Twitter - https://twitter.com/Lizzie_LibertyM?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3996career,culture,freedom,happiness,made,organisation,podcast,self,work,workplacefalsefull    Joanna Rawbone: The Extroversion Bias - an Introvert & an Extrovert discuss…https://www.spreaker.com/episode/joanna-rawbone-the-extroversion-bias-an-introvert-an-extrovert-discuss--51307117
    Introverts work on a system of think, say, think rather than an extrovert’s process of say, think say and Joanna describes how the quality, not quantity, of input is important and why many introverts get overlooked.

    Sophie and Joanna discuss how the shift online has both benefitted and impeded an introvert’s working pattern and how certain technological features, like breakout rooms in meetings, can be a daunting prospect for more introverted people who can feel less psychologically safe in the workspace as a result.

    Sources from the show

    Corporate Rebels Research – iceberg of ignorance(https://corporate-rebels.com/iceberg-of-ignorance/)
    Susan Kane – creating thinking time (Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts )
    David Mitchell meetings - (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000t4t6)
    Book: I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You: The Real Meaning of the 16 Personality Types - Roger R. Pearman (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Not-Crazy-Just-You-Personality/dp/185788552X)

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Joanna:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannarawbone/
    W: https://flourishingintroverts.com/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51307117Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses introversion by ‘introvert advocate’ Joanna Rawbone. Joanna describes herself as a ‘change agent’ – a person who helps you get clarity on and make changes that are desired or required depending on the situation and...
    Introverts work on a system of think, say, think rather than an extrovert’s process of say, think say and Joanna describes how the quality, not quantity, of input is important and why many introverts get overlooked.

    Sophie and Joanna discuss how the shift online has both benefitted and impeded an introvert’s working pattern and how certain technological features, like breakout rooms in meetings, can be a daunting prospect for more introverted people who can feel less psychologically safe in the workspace as a result.

    Sources from the show

    Corporate Rebels Research – iceberg of ignorance(https://corporate-rebels.com/iceberg-of-ignorance/)
    Susan Kane – creating thinking time (Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts )
    David Mitchell meetings - (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000t4t6)
    Book: I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You: The Real Meaning of the 16 Personality Types - Roger R. Pearman (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Not-Crazy-Just-You-Personality/dp/185788552X)

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    How to find out more about Joanna:
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannarawbone/
    W: https://flourishingintroverts.com/

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    4357careers,coaching,culture,education,introverts,rebelwork,sophie,work,workplacefalsefull    Henry Stewart: Creating a Truly Great Workplacehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/henry-stewart-creating-a-truly-great-workplace--50311962
    Sophie and Henry discuss the importance of being a coach as a manager; Henry shares 3 of his 10 principles for happiness at work and Sophie and Henry how to create a truly great workplace.

    And… listen on to find out why and how Henry made a decision to make no decisions!

    Sources from the show

    Studies

    Psychological Safety - Amy Edmondson
    https://amycedmondson.com/psychological-safety/

    Does the Stock Market Fully Value Intangibles? Employee Satisfaction and Equity Prices - Alex Edmunds
    https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=985735

    Books/ Ted Talk

    Maverick - Ricardo Semler
    https://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Success-Behind-Unusual-Workplace/dp/0446670553

    & Ricardo’s Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/ricardo_semler_how_to_run_a_company_with_almost_no_rules

    Turn the Ship Around!: A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules BY L. David Marquet
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turn-Ship-Around-Building-Breaking/dp/1591846404

    Multipliers - Liz Wiseman
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Multipliers-Best-Leaders-Everyone-Smarter/dp/006239066X

    References

    Buurtzorg Method - Revolutionising Healthcare
    https://www.buurtzorg.com/

    Mayden in Bath:
    https://mayden.co.uk/working-here/

    Corporate Rebels Blog
    https://corporate-rebels.com

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311962Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanSelf-professed ‘rebel’ of 33 years, Founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Happy- a training company based online and in London, Henry Stewart lifts the lid on his radical leadership practices that has seen his organisation and others, grow from...
    Sophie and Henry discuss the importance of being a coach as a manager; Henry shares 3 of his 10 principles for happiness at work and Sophie and Henry how to create a truly great workplace.

    And… listen on to find out why and how Henry made a decision to make no decisions!

    Sources from the show

    Studies

    Psychological Safety - Amy Edmondson
    https://amycedmondson.com/psychological-safety/

    Does the Stock Market Fully Value Intangibles? Employee Satisfaction and Equity Prices - Alex Edmunds
    https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=985735

    Books/ Ted Talk

    Maverick - Ricardo Semler
    https://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Success-Behind-Unusual-Workplace/dp/0446670553

    & Ricardo’s Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/ricardo_semler_how_to_run_a_company_with_almost_no_rules

    Turn the Ship Around!: A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules BY L. David Marquet
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Turn-Ship-Around-Building-Breaking/dp/1591846404

    Multipliers - Liz Wiseman
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Multipliers-Best-Leaders-Everyone-Smarter/dp/006239066X

    References

    Buurtzorg Method - Revolutionising Healthcare
    https://www.buurtzorg.com/

    Mayden in Bath:
    https://mayden.co.uk/working-here/

    Corporate Rebels Blog
    https://corporate-rebels.com

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3808culture,happiness,happy,henry,podcast,rebel,work,workplacefalsefull    Russell Heppleston: “They wanted a decision, I wanted input” – The Emerging Leaderhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/russell-heppleston-they-wanted-a-decision-i-wanted-input-the-emerging-leader--50311959
    Russel describes the highs and lows of his personal journey and development into the unique leader he is today.

    Sources from the show:

    Book

    Happy Manifesto – Henry Stuart
    https://www.happy.co.uk/the-happy-manifesto/

    References

    Buurtzorg Method - Revolutionising Healthcare
    https://www.buurtzorg.com/

    Corporate Rebels
    https://corporate-rebels.com

    Google Study – Project Oxygen
    https://rework.withgoogle.com/blog/the-evolution-of-project-oxygen/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311959Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode Sophie discusses expressing yourself as an emerging leader with Russell. Russell had a rapid chain of promotions to a leadership role and in this episode, he talks about what it takes to be a leader; about owning your true authentic...
    Russel describes the highs and lows of his personal journey and development into the unique leader he is today.

    Sources from the show:

    Book

    Happy Manifesto – Henry Stuart
    https://www.happy.co.uk/the-happy-manifesto/

    References

    Buurtzorg Method - Revolutionising Healthcare
    https://www.buurtzorg.com/

    Corporate Rebels
    https://corporate-rebels.com

    Google Study – Project Oxygen
    https://rework.withgoogle.com/blog/the-evolution-of-project-oxygen/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    4887bryan,coach,happy,leader,leadership,manager,manifesto,podcast,rebel,sophie,work,youngfalsefull    Vanessa Challess – Rewriting the Rules: Rethinking the Law Industryhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vanessa-challess-rewriting-the-rules-rethinking-the-law-industry--50311960
    Vanessa talks about going against the grain in the field of law - not just being a woman running an organisation but also not naming her law firm with the more ‘traditional’ family name, and how her organisation operates differently to traditional /outdated firms. Vanessa tells the story of how her company got its name and the ethical and charity support that is heavily engrained within what her company stands for.

    Vanessa discusses her experience of being in traditional corporate law and shares some of her horror stories - which has shaped who she now is and what she believes law firms should be about (and how they should charge!).

    This is a superpowered, passionate conversion about a how one woman is standing in her rebellious power and leads a team who right up there with her.

    Sources from the show:

    Book

    Existentialism Is a Humanism - Jean-Paul Sartre

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Existentialism-Humanism-Jean-Paul-Sartre/dp/0300115466/ref=asc_df_0300115466/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=311043780415&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=529363264806260128&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007448&hvtargid=pla-436298928436&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311960Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie discusses with Vanessa Challess, Principal and Founder of Tiger Law, women in law and running an ethical organisation. Vanessa talks about going against the grain in the field of law - not just being a woman running an...
    Vanessa talks about going against the grain in the field of law - not just being a woman running an organisation but also not naming her law firm with the more ‘traditional’ family name, and how her organisation operates differently to traditional /outdated firms. Vanessa tells the story of how her company got its name and the ethical and charity support that is heavily engrained within what her company stands for.

    Vanessa discusses her experience of being in traditional corporate law and shares some of her horror stories - which has shaped who she now is and what she believes law firms should be about (and how they should charge!).

    This is a superpowered, passionate conversion about a how one woman is standing in her rebellious power and leads a team who right up there with her.

    Sources from the show:

    Book

    Existentialism Is a Humanism - Jean-Paul Sartre

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Existentialism-Humanism-Jean-Paul-Sartre/dp/0300115466/ref=asc_df_0300115466/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=311043780415&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=529363264806260128&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007448&hvtargid=pla-436298928436&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3383bryan,law,podcast,rebel,sophie,vanessa,women,workfalsefull    Finding Happiness at Work with Sarah Metcalfehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-happiness-at-work-with-sarah-metcalfe--50311956
    Sophie and Sarah discuss why happiness in the workplace so important and how to influence your happiness in the workplace. They also discuss what happiness means to different people and why owning your true authentic self in the workplace is so important.

    Sarah views the workplace as a place of mental wellbeing, a place where there should be psychological safety and trust, and a place where you do great work with great people. Failure to have happiness at work can have dire consequences in homelife and health, as well as for the organisations that do not lead happy workplace cultures

    Some key resources in the show:

    TEDx Talk
    Nick Marks TEDx Speaker – Happiness Measurement Tool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1o3FS0awtk

    BOOK:
    Happy Hour Is 9 to 5 - Alexander Kjerulf

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happy-Hour-9-Alexander-Kjerulf/dp/0991260910

    BOOK:
    Maverick - Ricardo Semler

    https://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Success-Behind-Unusual-Workplace/dp/0446670553

    David Marquet Books:
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=david+marquet&i=stripbooks&crid=SNT2GZF1ZMSZ&sprefix=David+mar%2Cstripbooks%2C90&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_9

    Zappos (Tony Shieh) - The Zappos Experience by Jospeh A Michelli

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zappos-Experience-Principles-Inspire-Engage-ebook/dp/B005NASIOC


    BOOK
    Humankind - Rutger Bregman

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Humankind-Hopeful-History-Rutger-Bregman/dp/1408898950/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PYXJ7U19SGJI&keywords=humankind&qid=1658226932&s=books&sprefix=humankind%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)

    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,

    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311956Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode Sophie discusses happiness in the workplace with Chief Happiness Officer at Happy Coffee Consulting & Co-Lead at The Woohoo Partnership. Sophie and Sarah discuss why happiness in the workplace so important and how to influence your...
    Sophie and Sarah discuss why happiness in the workplace so important and how to influence your happiness in the workplace. They also discuss what happiness means to different people and why owning your true authentic self in the workplace is so important.

    Sarah views the workplace as a place of mental wellbeing, a place where there should be psychological safety and trust, and a place where you do great work with great people. Failure to have happiness at work can have dire consequences in homelife and health, as well as for the organisations that do not lead happy workplace cultures

    Some key resources in the show:

    TEDx Talk
    Nick Marks TEDx Speaker – Happiness Measurement Tool https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1o3FS0awtk

    BOOK:
    Happy Hour Is 9 to 5 - Alexander Kjerulf

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happy-Hour-9-Alexander-Kjerulf/dp/0991260910

    BOOK:
    Maverick - Ricardo Semler

    https://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Success-Behind-Unusual-Workplace/dp/0446670553

    David Marquet Books:
    https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=david+marquet&i=stripbooks&crid=SNT2GZF1ZMSZ&sprefix=David+mar%2Cstripbooks%2C90&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_9

    Zappos (Tony Shieh) - The Zappos Experience by Jospeh A Michelli

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zappos-Experience-Principles-Inspire-Engage-ebook/dp/B005NASIOC


    BOOK
    Humankind - Rutger Bregman

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Humankind-Hopeful-History-Rutger-Bregman/dp/1408898950/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PYXJ7U19SGJI&keywords=humankind&qid=1658226932&s=books&sprefix=humankind%2Cstripbooks%2C75&sr=1-1

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)

    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,

    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    2893culture,happiness,happy,wellbeing,work,workplacefalsefull    Rethinking the Way We’re Taught to Manage a Career With Simon Painehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-the-way-we-re-taught-to-manage-a-career-with-simon-paine--50311958
    Sophie discusses her own journey up the ladder in corporate roles, to setting up her three businesses, along with the declining rate of people having a side hustle. Simon actively encourages people who work for him at The Rebel Business School to engage in a side hustle and argues the benefits to both the individual and his own company.

    Some key resources in the show:

    Sophie talks about her passion of the Montessori education - you can find out more about this at montessorimindset.co.uk
    Simon discusses American colonel HR McMaster – you can find out more about him at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._R._McMaster
    Sophie shares how "67% (correction it’s 64%) of people state they have more to give, but nobody has asked- they have the solutions to problems that you don’t even know you have”. This is from the research that the UK government commissioned looking at employee engagement - Engage for Success https://engageforsuccess.org

    Simon Paine’s info:

    https://therebelschool.com
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonjpaine/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)

    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,

    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311958Wed, 13 Jul 2022 07:00:02 +0000Sophie BryanIn this episode, Sophie talks with Simon Paine, a former police officer and co-founder of the ‘Pop Up Business School’ (now known as The Rebel Business School) with Alan Donegan (see podcast episode 3). Sophie and Simon discuss the myths of setting up...
    Sophie discusses her own journey up the ladder in corporate roles, to setting up her three businesses, along with the declining rate of people having a side hustle. Simon actively encourages people who work for him at The Rebel Business School to engage in a side hustle and argues the benefits to both the individual and his own company.

    Some key resources in the show:

    Sophie talks about her passion of the Montessori education - you can find out more about this at montessorimindset.co.uk
    Simon discusses American colonel HR McMaster – you can find out more about him at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._R._McMaster
    Sophie shares how "67% (correction it’s 64%) of people state they have more to give, but nobody has asked- they have the solutions to problems that you don’t even know you have”. This is from the research that the UK government commissioned looking at employee engagement - Engage for Success https://engageforsuccess.org

    Simon Paine’s info:

    https://therebelschool.com
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonjpaine/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)

    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk

    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,

    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3956falsefull    Story-Telling in the Workplace with Waleed Wainhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-telling-in-the-workplace-with-waleed-wain--50376288
    In this episode, Sophie chats with Waleed Wain of Corporate Tales to discuss storytelling in all its forms – at home, personal journeys, and stories within the workplace.

    Waleed attempts to dispel the myth that stories do not belong in the workplace and are infantile. He argues how stories can transform the workplace and how they create memorable moments. Waleed is rebelling against the boring (and often dictatorial) narratives in the workplace, and instead wants to engage hearts and minds in the workplace through vulnerability, creativity and engagement.

    Sophie also explores the recruitment process and how the outdated model of CV and interviews could be radically changed by the use of stories in recruitment.

    In this episode, Waleed and Sophie talk about the success of Will Smith, this podcast was recorded prior to the incident at the Oscars.

    Find out more:

    To contact Waleed, drop him a line at hello@corporatetales.co.uk
    LinkedIn: Waleed Wain (https://www.linkedin.com/in/waleed-wain-2312a123/)

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50376288Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanWhat better way to kick off the Rebel Work Podcast than to start it with Storytelling! In this episode, Sophie chats with Waleed Wain of Corporate Tales to discuss storytelling in all its forms – at home, personal journeys, and stories within the...
    In this episode, Sophie chats with Waleed Wain of Corporate Tales to discuss storytelling in all its forms – at home, personal journeys, and stories within the workplace.

    Waleed attempts to dispel the myth that stories do not belong in the workplace and are infantile. He argues how stories can transform the workplace and how they create memorable moments. Waleed is rebelling against the boring (and often dictatorial) narratives in the workplace, and instead wants to engage hearts and minds in the workplace through vulnerability, creativity and engagement.

    Sophie also explores the recruitment process and how the outdated model of CV and interviews could be radically changed by the use of stories in recruitment.

    In this episode, Waleed and Sophie talk about the success of Will Smith, this podcast was recorded prior to the incident at the Oscars.

    Find out more:

    To contact Waleed, drop him a line at hello@corporatetales.co.uk
    LinkedIn: Waleed Wain (https://www.linkedin.com/in/waleed-wain-2312a123/)

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3903storytelling,workfalsefull    Making an Impact as a Social Leader with Shannon Bankshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-an-impact-as-a-social-leader-with-shannon-banks--50311961
    In this episode, Sophie discusses the concept of Social Leadership with former Microsoft employee, and Founder and Managing Director of BE Leadership, Shannon Banks.

    Shannon explains how businesses can bring their social purpose to life through their own people and how social leadership contributes to more connected and collaborative workplaces worldwide, as well as making a positive impact on society.

    Shannon also discusses the impact of Covid on businesses and online working, along with the barriers that people face in fulfilling certain leadership roles.

    Shannon’s approach is unique because many companies are putting money in corporate social responsibility, but not getting actively involved in the skills and development, connections and creativity that comes with being active in this more evolved and impactful way of being - social leadership. And many organisations train their people in leadership skills in the classroom – Shannon’s rebellious approach develops leadership skills through impactful tangible social projects.

    Resources referenced in this episode:

    Book – The Choice - Edith Eger


    Find out more:

    To find out more about Shannon visit https://be-leadership.com
    LinkedIn: Shannon Banks (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-banks-be-leadership/)


    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311961Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanImagine what the world would look like if every company developed their people through making an impact on a societal need? In this episode, Sophie discusses the concept of Social Leadership with former Microsoft employee, and Founder and Managing...
    In this episode, Sophie discusses the concept of Social Leadership with former Microsoft employee, and Founder and Managing Director of BE Leadership, Shannon Banks.

    Shannon explains how businesses can bring their social purpose to life through their own people and how social leadership contributes to more connected and collaborative workplaces worldwide, as well as making a positive impact on society.

    Shannon also discusses the impact of Covid on businesses and online working, along with the barriers that people face in fulfilling certain leadership roles.

    Shannon’s approach is unique because many companies are putting money in corporate social responsibility, but not getting actively involved in the skills and development, connections and creativity that comes with being active in this more evolved and impactful way of being - social leadership. And many organisations train their people in leadership skills in the classroom – Shannon’s rebellious approach develops leadership skills through impactful tangible social projects.

    Resources referenced in this episode:

    Book – The Choice - Edith Eger


    Find out more:

    To find out more about Shannon visit https://be-leadership.com
    LinkedIn: Shannon Banks (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-banks-be-leadership/)


    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    3632development,leadershipfalsefull    Challenging What We Believe About Money, Careers and Business with Alan Doneganhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/challenging-what-we-believe-about-money-careers-and-business-with-alan-donegan--50311955
    In this episode, Sophie chats with Alan Donegan, a self-described ‘nomadic man’ who has been living financially independent since he turned 40. Alan speaks from Mexico where he currently resides, and discusses people’s need for purpose in life, his road to becoming financially independent and how we view money especially when linked to work and career.

    Alan set up the Rebel Business School with his business partner, Simon Payne (he is on episode 4 of the Rebel Work Podcast) and is driven to change how beginning a business is taught and assumed.

    Sophie and Alan also discuss the education system’s failure to provide young people with relevant and useful information on how to begin their own business.

    Resources referenced in this episode:

    Man's Search For Meaning – Viktor E. Frankl


    Find out more:

    To find out more about Alan and Simon’s Rebel Business School see Sophie’s podcast with Simon Paine – Episode 4

    You can check out Alan at:
    https://therebelschool.com
    https://www.alandonegan.com

    LinkedIn: Alan Donegan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alandonegan/)
    Facebook: @Alan Donegan https://www.facebook.com/alandonegan
    Insta: @Alandonegan https://www.instagram.com/alandonegan/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50311955Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:03 +0000Sophie BryanThink you need to get a good education, get a decent job, get a mortgage, work hard for 40 years… retire? Think again! In this episode, Sophie chats with Alan Donegan, a self-described ‘nomadic man’ who has been living financially independent...
    In this episode, Sophie chats with Alan Donegan, a self-described ‘nomadic man’ who has been living financially independent since he turned 40. Alan speaks from Mexico where he currently resides, and discusses people’s need for purpose in life, his road to becoming financially independent and how we view money especially when linked to work and career.

    Alan set up the Rebel Business School with his business partner, Simon Payne (he is on episode 4 of the Rebel Work Podcast) and is driven to change how beginning a business is taught and assumed.

    Sophie and Alan also discuss the education system’s failure to provide young people with relevant and useful information on how to begin their own business.

    Resources referenced in this episode:

    Man's Search For Meaning – Viktor E. Frankl


    Find out more:

    To find out more about Alan and Simon’s Rebel Business School see Sophie’s podcast with Simon Paine – Episode 4

    You can check out Alan at:
    https://therebelschool.com
    https://www.alandonegan.com

    LinkedIn: Alan Donegan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alandonegan/)
    Facebook: @Alan Donegan https://www.facebook.com/alandonegan
    Insta: @Alandonegan https://www.instagram.com/alandonegan/

    How to find out more about Sophie:

    LinkedIn- Sophie Bryan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiebryan/)
    Facebook: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.facebook.com/sophiebryan.coach)
    Insta: @Sophiebryan.coach (https://www.instagram.com/sophiebryan.coach)

    E: sophie@ordinarilydifferent.co.uk
    W: ordinarilydifferent.co.uk, sophiebryan.co.uk,
    TEDx Talk: https://montessorimindset.co.uk

    Sometimes Sophie & our guests get super passionate about their topic and therefore, some “passionate” language might crop up! You might want to wear headphones or make sure young ears aren’t around, and if this is not your cuppa tea, this might not be the podcast for you.]]>    4174business,finance,workfalsefull