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In each 30-minute episode, Kevin speaks with a new expert in a wide variety of fields from sportsmen to business professionals, who share their thoughts on a wide range of topics which help to foster operational excellence.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5947728/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Business</category><copyright>Copyright Aarsleff Ground Engineering</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c93a58e687831b016b27581759094ff4.jpg</url><title>Step into the Blue: The Aarsleff Podcast</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/step-into-the-blue-the-aarsleff-podcast--5947728</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:15:03 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:name><itunes:email>steve@bengomedia.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c93a58e687831b016b27581759094ff4.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Step into the Blue: The Aarsleff Podcast is hosted by Kevin Hague, Managing Director of a leading ground engineering specialist in the UK. Join him on a journey through captivating conversations and thought-provoking insights, with focuses in and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the Blue: The Aarsleff Podcast is hosted by Kevin Hague, Managing Director of a leading ground engineering specialist in the UK. Join him on a journey through captivating conversations and thought-provoking insights, with focuses in and around the construction and ground engineering sectors. In each 30-minute episode, Kevin speaks with a new expert in a wide variety of fields from sportsmen to business professionals, who share their thoughts on a wide range of topics which help to foster operational excellence.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Business"/><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Exploring buildDifferent: Balancing Creativity and Operations with Peter Sumpton</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploring-builddifferent-balancing-creativity-and-operations-with-peter-sumpton--57816891</link><description><![CDATA[Join Kevin Hague in an engaging conversation with Peter Sumpton as they delve into the journey of buildDifferent. This discussion delves into the intricacies of balancing creativity, while efficiently managing the multifaceted facets of a company. Discover the profound impact and influence embedded within the simple yet powerful word 'no', and its role in navigating the complex landscape of entrepreneurship.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57816891</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57816891/peter_sumpton_edit_1.mp3" length="107854366" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Join Kevin Hague in an engaging conversation with Peter Sumpton as they delve into the journey of buildDifferent. This discussion delves into the intricacies of balancing creativity, while efficiently managing the multifaceted facets of a company....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join Kevin Hague in an engaging conversation with Peter Sumpton as they delve into the journey of buildDifferent. This discussion delves into the intricacies of balancing creativity, while efficiently managing the multifaceted facets of a company. Discover the profound impact and influence embedded within the simple yet powerful word 'no', and its role in navigating the complex landscape of entrepreneurship.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2697</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c93a58e687831b016b27581759094ff4.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sporting Dynamics: Elevating Performance with Ryan Sidebottom</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sporting-dynamics-elevating-performance-with-ryan-sidebottom--57317630</link><description><![CDATA[Join Kevin Hague as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with former England cricketer Ryan Sidebottom, focusing on the world of elite sports and the critical role of team dynamics in individual performance. 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Together, they delve into the attitudes that drive success in sports, the importance of the team environment, and Ryan's future aspirations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1822</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c93a58e687831b016b27581759094ff4.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Empowering Careers: Guiding the Next Generation with Sam Briggs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/empowering-careers-guiding-the-next-generation-with-sam-briggs--57024589</link><description><![CDATA[Join Kevin Hague in a compelling conversation with Sam Briggs, delving into the world of Human Resources. Together, they unravel the intricacies, challenges, and victories of HR management. 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They explore the impact of new technology, diverse generational expectations in the workplace, and the strategies employed to nurture talent within Aarsleff.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1833</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c93a58e687831b016b27581759094ff4.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Kickstarting Dreams: Inspiring the Next Generation with Matt Kilgallon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/kickstarting-dreams-inspiring-the-next-generation-with-matt-kilgallon--56698690</link><description><![CDATA[Join Kevin Hague on a compelling journey into the world of professional football as he delves into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of Matt Kilgallon. 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Tune into learn how sportsmanship is reflected in leadership and business, and the challenges businesses face when adapting to become more inclusive for people with disabilities.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />•How to normalise disabilities and create inclusion in the workplace<br />•How to use a sportsmanship mindset to better yourself as a leader<br />•Why and how to spark your motivation<br />•Why leadership is about helping people understand the value of who they are<br /><br />About Liz:<br />Elizabeth Johnson is a British swimmer who has won gold medals in the Paralympic Games and International Paralympic Committee world championships. She has cerebral palsy, placing her in the S6 classification. In 2018, Johnson launched "The Ability People", a recruitment organisation that empowers people with disabilities by helping companies enhance processes and adapt cultures, transforming professional lives and building better brands. Liz is a Paralympian, media commentator, public speaker, business leader, athlete mentor and community ambassador.<br /><br />The Ability People:<br />In August 2018, Johnson became Founder and Managing Director of "The Ability People", a recruitment agency and consultancy advisory set up that is staffed entirely by people with disabilities or barriers to conventional working environments, which aims to help other people from other minority demographics find work. They have a completely remote team, who work from all over the UK, and people work the hours that suit them. The company is called The Ability People - they empower people with disability or impairments by helping companies enhance processes and adapt cultures, transforming professional lives and building better brands. The Ability People (TAP) is a ‘for profit’, social enterprise dedicated to empowering the skilled global disability population. They do that via their ‘consultancy’ group that advise, educate, empower and support positive change and specialist teams in ‘talent sourcing’ who recruit for household names companies and SME’s on both a permanent &amp; contract basis. All of their consultants have overcome barriers to do incredible things in the worlds of sport, industry, community and education. This gives them a unique perspective on success and helps them source the very best talent across the UK<br /><br />Resources:<br />The ability person: https://www.theabilitypeople.com<br />Liz Johnson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-johnson-tap/]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709395</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:40:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709395/aarsleff_podcast_liz_johnson.mp3" length="82720424" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Liz Johnson, a Paralympic swimmer and founder of The Ability People. 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She has cerebral palsy, placing her in the S6 classification. In 2018, Johnson launched "The Ability People", a recruitment organisation that empowers people with disabilities by helping companies enhance processes and adapt cultures, transforming professional lives and building better brands. Liz is a Paralympian, media commentator, public speaker, business leader, athlete mentor and community ambassador.<br /><br />The Ability People:<br />In August 2018, Johnson became Founder and Managing Director of "The Ability People", a recruitment agency and consultancy advisory set up that is staffed entirely by people with disabilities or barriers to conventional working environments, which aims to help other people from other minority demographics find work. They have a completely remote team, who work from all over the UK, and people work the hours that suit them. 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Jonas assists with production planning and selling Centrum Pæle's various other services and products and has been involved in the development of LCA/EPD's for Centrum's entire product range. He has a bachelor in Global Business Engineering and plays a vital role in leading innovation and driving business for Centrum's four European factories.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: Jonas Schütt Henriksen | LinkedIn<br />Centrum De: Centrum Pæle<br />Centrum UK: Centrum Pile Ltd<br />Energie Piles: Energipaele.dk]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709394</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:35:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709394/aarsleff_jonas_henriksen_ep.mp3" length="73975880" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this podcast, Jessica Banham speaks with Jonas Henriksen on sustainable initiatives and game-changing products within Ground Engineering including the latest groundbreaking foundation product, Energy Piles.

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2:30: The synergies...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast, Jessica Banham speaks with Jonas Henriksen on sustainable initiatives and game-changing products within Ground Engineering including the latest groundbreaking foundation product, Energy Piles.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />2:30: The synergies between Centrum Pæle and Aarsleff Ground Engineering<br />5:30 Insights into Centrum Pæle extensive product portfolio<br />10:00 The innovation that led to creating Energie piles<br />12:00 The vision of a low carbon future<br />24:00 Why and how we should maximise geothermal energy<br /><br />About Jonas:<br />Jonas Henriksen is a Sales Engineer, Advisor, Marketing Coordinator and all round sustainability expert from Centrum Pæle AS, based in Denmark. Jonas assists with production planning and selling Centrum Pæle's various other services and products and has been involved in the development of LCA/EPD's for Centrum's entire product range. He has a bachelor in Global Business Engineering and plays a vital role in leading innovation and driving business for Centrum's four European factories.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: Jonas Schütt Henriksen | LinkedIn<br />Centrum De: Centrum Pæle<br />Centrum UK: Centrum Pile Ltd<br />Energie Piles: Energipaele.dk]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1852</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Find out how to build a successful career in construction from Graduate to Quantity Surveyor with Hayley Finney</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-out-how-to-build-a-successful-career-in-construction-from-graduate-to-quantity-surveyor-with-hayley-finney--56709393</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, Kevin Hague speaks to our very own Quantity Surveyor, Hayley Finney who discusses her career entry into construction and her journey so far. <br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />00:50 How to go from a student to succeeding in a full-time role at Aarsleff<br />04:30 The challenges and changes Hayley has been through since joining construction<br />05:20 What a typical day for a Quantity Surveyor looks like<br />07:20 Notable market changes in the last two years<br />14:50: Advice for those wanting to enter the construction industry<br />15:30: The future of intelligent data to drive business forward<br /><br />About Hayley:<br />Hayley Finney began her journey at Aarsleff whilst studying Commercial Management at Nottingham Trent University in 2018. In her third year, Hayley was given the opportunity to take a placement in Aarsleff’s commercial team. On completion of study, Hayley was offered a full-time position as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor and in less than a year, she was promoted to Quantity Surveyor.<br />Hayley is responsible for managing contracts, negotiating terms, change controls and assists with driving success for all departments at Aarsleff.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: Hayley Finney<br />Apprenticeship Scheme: Email Robertspeakman@aarsleff.co.uk]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709393</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709393/aarsleff_hayley_finney_edit_1.mp3" length="47541800" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Kevin Hague speaks to our very own Quantity Surveyor, Hayley Finney who discusses her career entry into construction and her journey so far. 

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00:50 How to go from a student to succeeding in a full-time role at Aarsleff...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Kevin Hague speaks to our very own Quantity Surveyor, Hayley Finney who discusses her career entry into construction and her journey so far. <br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />00:50 How to go from a student to succeeding in a full-time role at Aarsleff<br />04:30 The challenges and changes Hayley has been through since joining construction<br />05:20 What a typical day for a Quantity Surveyor looks like<br />07:20 Notable market changes in the last two years<br />14:50: Advice for those wanting to enter the construction industry<br />15:30: The future of intelligent data to drive business forward<br /><br />About Hayley:<br />Hayley Finney began her journey at Aarsleff whilst studying Commercial Management at Nottingham Trent University in 2018. In her third year, Hayley was given the opportunity to take a placement in Aarsleff’s commercial team. On completion of study, Hayley was offered a full-time position as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor and in less than a year, she was promoted to Quantity Surveyor.<br />Hayley is responsible for managing contracts, negotiating terms, change controls and assists with driving success for all departments at Aarsleff.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: Hayley Finney<br />Apprenticeship Scheme: Email Robertspeakman@aarsleff.co.uk]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1190</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Logistics, challenges and changes in major earthworks with Caroline Walliss</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/logistics-challenges-and-changes-in-major-earthworks-with-caroline-walliss--56709392</link><description><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Caroline Walliss about the logistics, challenges and changes in major earthworks <br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />1:03: How Caroline became a Geologist <br />3:00: What is greenfield consulting <br />4:55: Caroline's involvement in the Shed Market <br />10:30: Logistics, challenges and pressures of project management <br />18:50: Major Earthwork projects and key market insights <br /><br />About Caroline:<br />Caroline has over 15 years’ experience in site investigations, project management and the supervision of large-scale engineering schemes.<br />Recent projects that have been managed on-site by Caroline include major earthworks schemes for distribution centres for major high street and internet retailers.<br />She is responsible for designing and undertaking complex site investigations for a variety of clients on both brownfield and greenfield sites and has been involved in the design, supervision and validation of a number of large earthworks and remediation schemes.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-walliss-54620a92<br />CrossField Consulting: hwww.crossfield-consulting.co.uk<br /><br />Aarsleff's Podcast: Voices in Ground Engineering<br /><br />The Aarsleff podcast "Voices in Engineering" invites you to listen to real stories shared by industry experts, uncovering successes, challenges and their thoughts and ideas on key engineering topics from design to delivery. New episodes are available every 2 weeks, but you can also download our previous episodes on our website Podcast Player - Aarsleff<br />Thank you for listening!<br /><br />We kindly ask that you share, rate and review our podcast.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709392</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:25:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709392/aarsleff_podcast_caroline_wallis_edit.mp3" length="63333344" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Caroline Walliss about the logistics, challenges and changes in major earthworks 

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1:03: How Caroline became a Geologist 
3:00: What is greenfield consulting 
4:55: Caroline's involvement in the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Caroline Walliss about the logistics, challenges and changes in major earthworks <br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />1:03: How Caroline became a Geologist <br />3:00: What is greenfield consulting <br />4:55: Caroline's involvement in the Shed Market <br />10:30: Logistics, challenges and pressures of project management <br />18:50: Major Earthwork projects and key market insights <br /><br />About Caroline:<br />Caroline has over 15 years’ experience in site investigations, project management and the supervision of large-scale engineering schemes.<br />Recent projects that have been managed on-site by Caroline include major earthworks schemes for distribution centres for major high street and internet retailers.<br />She is responsible for designing and undertaking complex site investigations for a variety of clients on both brownfield and greenfield sites and has been involved in the design, supervision and validation of a number of large earthworks and remediation schemes.<br /><br />Resources:<br />LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-walliss-54620a92<br />CrossField Consulting: hwww.crossfield-consulting.co.uk<br /><br />Aarsleff's Podcast: Voices in Ground Engineering<br /><br />The Aarsleff podcast "Voices in Engineering" invites you to listen to real stories shared by industry experts, uncovering successes, challenges and their thoughts and ideas on key engineering topics from design to delivery. New episodes are available every 2 weeks, but you can also download our previous episodes on our website Podcast Player - Aarsleff<br />Thank you for listening!<br /><br />We kindly ask that you share, rate and review our podcast.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1585</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Influencing and creating lasting change through collaboration with Paula McMahon</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/influencing-and-creating-lasting-change-through-collaboration-with-paula-mcmahon--56709391</link><description><![CDATA[You’ll Learn:<br />1:24 Paula’s career journey into civil engineering and the fascinating projects she is involved in<br />5:31 Why educating society is key in creating a sustainable future<br />9:40 The importance of attracting new talent into the construction industry<br />11:20 Paula’s thoughts on the current market’s rate of growth<br />18:00 The critical ingredients of listening to increase inclusivity to resolve problems.<br /><br />About Paula:<br />Paula McMahon is a Chartered Civil Engineer, current holder of the European WICE Award Life in Engineering Award (https://wiceawards.com/2021-winners.html), and currently works for Sir Robert McAlpine where she looks after the people, their personal development and social value. Paula is also the local chair of civil engineers at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).<br /><br />Over the course of her career, Paula has worked on a variety of construction projects in many roles where she has managed multi-discipline teams for companies such as Dubai Aluminium. She has a breadth of experience working with highway networks and projects including the Hinkley Point Nuclear New Build and oil and gas industrial sites.<br /><br />She has recently taken on a passion project comprising a newly launched campaign to help children and the public understand Climate Change and work towards solutions Primary Voices]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709391</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:20:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709391/aarsleff_paula_mcmahon_edit_1.mp3" length="67723364" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>You’ll Learn:
1:24 Paula’s career journey into civil engineering and the fascinating projects she is involved in
5:31 Why educating society is key in creating a sustainable future
9:40 The importance of attracting new talent into the construction...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[You’ll Learn:<br />1:24 Paula’s career journey into civil engineering and the fascinating projects she is involved in<br />5:31 Why educating society is key in creating a sustainable future<br />9:40 The importance of attracting new talent into the construction industry<br />11:20 Paula’s thoughts on the current market’s rate of growth<br />18:00 The critical ingredients of listening to increase inclusivity to resolve problems.<br /><br />About Paula:<br />Paula McMahon is a Chartered Civil Engineer, current holder of the European WICE Award Life in Engineering Award (https://wiceawards.com/2021-winners.html), and currently works for Sir Robert McAlpine where she looks after the people, their personal development and social value. Paula is also the local chair of civil engineers at the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).<br /><br />Over the course of her career, Paula has worked on a variety of construction projects in many roles where she has managed multi-discipline teams for companies such as Dubai Aluminium. She has a breadth of experience working with highway networks and projects including the Hinkley Point Nuclear New Build and oil and gas industrial sites.<br /><br />She has recently taken on a passion project comprising a newly launched campaign to help children and the public understand Climate Change and work towards solutions Primary Voices]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1695</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>How to create social value with Sarah Stone</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-create-social-value-with-sarah-stone--56709386</link><description><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Sarah Stone about the fundamentals of social value.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />1:46 Why Sarah set up social value agency Samtaler and her career journey so far<br />5:10 Why being nice does make you money<br />5:40 Understanding social value and how to implement it<br />12:08 The benefits and importance of local recruitment<br />18:41 Why mapping the supply chain is key for positive social value<br /><br />About Sarah:<br />Sarah Stone is Founder and Director of social value agency Samtaler. Sarah is a senior stakeholder engagement and communications specialist. She is a former Downing Street External Relations Adviser to David Cameron and was assistant to Steve Hilton, the architect of the Big Society.<br />Sarah is passionate about empowering communities. She founded and ran the world's first public affairs company for community groups and grassroots campaigners, spending two years advising communities all over Scotland before moving on to found Samtaler. Since 2015 has been working in Scotland to help procurers and suppliers implement the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act.<br /><br />Thank you for listening!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709386</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:15:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709386/aarsleff_sarah_stone_edit_1.mp3" length="79923968" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Sarah Stone about the fundamentals of social value.

You’ll Learn:
1:46 Why Sarah set up social value agency Samtaler and her career journey so far
5:10 Why being nice does make you money
5:40 Understanding...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Sarah Stone about the fundamentals of social value.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />1:46 Why Sarah set up social value agency Samtaler and her career journey so far<br />5:10 Why being nice does make you money<br />5:40 Understanding social value and how to implement it<br />12:08 The benefits and importance of local recruitment<br />18:41 Why mapping the supply chain is key for positive social value<br /><br />About Sarah:<br />Sarah Stone is Founder and Director of social value agency Samtaler. Sarah is a senior stakeholder engagement and communications specialist. She is a former Downing Street External Relations Adviser to David Cameron and was assistant to Steve Hilton, the architect of the Big Society.<br />Sarah is passionate about empowering communities. She founded and ran the world's first public affairs company for community groups and grassroots campaigners, spending two years advising communities all over Scotland before moving on to found Samtaler. Since 2015 has been working in Scotland to help procurers and suppliers implement the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act.<br /><br />Thank you for listening!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1999</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Driving Great Results with Luke Sheppard</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/driving-great-results-with-luke-sheppard--56709477</link><description><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Luke Sheppard, Entrepreneur and Innovative Business Consultant, on: “Mastering The Tools You Need to Engineer and Run a Great Business”. In this episode, Luke shares insights into his new book 'Driving Great Results' which provides entrepreneurs and managers with nineteen practical and proven tools to build, launch, and manage a successful business.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />How business owners and leaders can stop second-guessing, and make better, quicker, and more informed decisions<br />Tips to hire the right people, supercharge their engagement, and limit employee turnover<br />Strategies to fix the time-sucking and dysfunctional aspects of a business so business leaders can spend more time with their families<br />An analytical approach to deciding where to best invest hard-earned money to grow a business<br />Three steps to better prioritize tasks, projects, and goals<br />Why managing your own behavior is the first step in influencing others<br /><br />About Luke:<br />He is the Principal of Sheppard &amp; Company, a firm he founded on the premise of helping others to apply the proven business principles he's honed over his 20-year career. Luke has spent most of his career with John Deere, a heavy equipment manufacturer, in engineering, operations, general management, and executive leadership roles. Luke's unique ability to focus on what's really important by filtering out noise, simplifying and solving problems, and driving better results with your people in less time with practical tools and solutions are what differentiates him from the average consultant.<br />Luke's extensive business experience is backed by a solid education in Canada and the United States. He holds an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Algonquin College (Ottawa, ON), a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, an M.Sc. in Systems Engineering from Iowa State University, and an Executive MBA from the University of Iowa.<br /><br />Resources:<br />To learn more, please visit www.drivinggreatresults.com.<br />Connect with Luke on LinkedIn, and Facebook<br />Review copies of Driving Great Results are available upon request<br /><br />Aarsleff's Podcast: Voices in Ground Engineering<br /><br />The Aarsleff podcast "Voices in Engineering" invites you to listen to real stories shared by industry experts, uncovering successes, challenges and their thoughts and ideas on key engineering topics from design to delivery. New episodes are available every 2 weeks, but you can also download our previous episodes on our website Podcast Player - Aarsleff<br /><br />Thank you for listening!<br /><br />We kindly ask that you share, rate, and review our podcast.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56709477</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 09:08:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56709477/aarselff_luke_sheppard_ep_2023_1_new.mp3" length="89176520" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Luke Sheppard, Entrepreneur and Innovative Business Consultant, on: “Mastering The Tools You Need to Engineer and Run a Great Business”. In this episode, Luke shares insights into his new book 'Driving Great...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast, Kevin Hague speaks with Luke Sheppard, Entrepreneur and Innovative Business Consultant, on: “Mastering The Tools You Need to Engineer and Run a Great Business”. In this episode, Luke shares insights into his new book 'Driving Great Results' which provides entrepreneurs and managers with nineteen practical and proven tools to build, launch, and manage a successful business.<br /><br />You’ll Learn:<br />How business owners and leaders can stop second-guessing, and make better, quicker, and more informed decisions<br />Tips to hire the right people, supercharge their engagement, and limit employee turnover<br />Strategies to fix the time-sucking and dysfunctional aspects of a business so business leaders can spend more time with their families<br />An analytical approach to deciding where to best invest hard-earned money to grow a business<br />Three steps to better prioritize tasks, projects, and goals<br />Why managing your own behavior is the first step in influencing others<br /><br />About Luke:<br />He is the Principal of Sheppard &amp; Company, a firm he founded on the premise of helping others to apply the proven business principles he's honed over his 20-year career. Luke has spent most of his career with John Deere, a heavy equipment manufacturer, in engineering, operations, general management, and executive leadership roles. Luke's unique ability to focus on what's really important by filtering out noise, simplifying and solving problems, and driving better results with your people in less time with practical tools and solutions are what differentiates him from the average consultant.<br />Luke's extensive business experience is backed by a solid education in Canada and the United States. He holds an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Algonquin College (Ottawa, ON), a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, an M.Sc. in Systems Engineering from Iowa State University, and an Executive MBA from the University of Iowa.<br /><br />Resources:<br />To learn more, please visit www.drivinggreatresults.com.<br />Connect with Luke on LinkedIn, and Facebook<br />Review copies of Driving Great Results are available upon request<br /><br />Aarsleff's Podcast: Voices in Ground Engineering<br /><br />The Aarsleff podcast "Voices in Engineering" invites you to listen to real stories shared by industry experts, uncovering successes, challenges and their thoughts and ideas on key engineering topics from design to delivery. New episodes are available every 2 weeks, but you can also download our previous episodes on our website Podcast Player - Aarsleff<br /><br />Thank you for listening!<br /><br />We kindly ask that you share, rate, and review our podcast.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2232</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The UK’s Largest Retaining Wall with Steven Garrigan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-uk-s-largest-retaining-wall-with-steven-garrigan--56701580</link><description><![CDATA[Project director Steven Garrigan is from the Esh Group. In this episode we discuss one of our most successful projects, the Sunderland strategic corridor, and how we successfully collaborated to construct the UK’s largest soil nailed wall.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701580</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:55:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701580/aarsleff_ep_4_edit_1.mp3" length="70587968" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Project director Steven Garrigan is from the Esh Group. In this episode we discuss one of our most successful projects, the Sunderland strategic corridor, and how we successfully collaborated to construct the UK’s largest soil nailed wall.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Project director Steven Garrigan is from the Esh Group. In this episode we discuss one of our most successful projects, the Sunderland strategic corridor, and how we successfully collaborated to construct the UK’s largest soil nailed wall.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1765</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Inspirational Stories with reBUILD Globally</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/inspirational-stories-with-rebuild-globally--56701579</link><description><![CDATA[Julia Colombino-Billingham is founder and CEO of Rebuild Globally and Sarah Sandsted is their Director of International Programming. In this episode, Julia and Sarah take us through their inspirational journey, uncovering the real story behind their tremendous charity, Rebuild Globally.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701579</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:50:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701579/aarsleff_ep_3.mp3" length="82996928" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Julia Colombino-Billingham is founder and CEO of Rebuild Globally and Sarah Sandsted is their Director of International Programming. In this episode, Julia and Sarah take us through their inspirational journey, uncovering the real story behind their...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Julia Colombino-Billingham is founder and CEO of Rebuild Globally and Sarah Sandsted is their Director of International Programming. In this episode, Julia and Sarah take us through their inspirational journey, uncovering the real story behind their tremendous charity, Rebuild Globally.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2075</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Technological advancements with Ryan Robson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/technological-advancements-with-ryan-robson--56701578</link><description><![CDATA[Ryan Robson is Design Manager for Robertson Construction. In this episode, we talk about the impact the Coronavirus has had on the marketplace, and how technology advancements will revolutionise the industry. Happy listening!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701578</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:45:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701578/aarsleff_ep_2.mp3" length="72890048" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ryan Robson is Design Manager for Robertson Construction. In this episode, we talk about the impact the Coronavirus has had on the marketplace, and how technology advancements will revolutionise the industry. Happy listening!</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ryan Robson is Design Manager for Robertson Construction. In this episode, we talk about the impact the Coronavirus has had on the marketplace, and how technology advancements will revolutionise the industry. Happy listening!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1823</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Identifying quality candidates with James Donaghy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/identifying-quality-candidates-with-james-donaghy--56701577</link><description><![CDATA[James Donaghy is Director of the Dewey Group, a firm who recruit and train piling and ground engineering specialists. In this episode, we discuss how Dewey have reinvented the structure of recruitment, and how they identify credible candidates. 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Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1651</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Price-led versus Value-led with Alistair Macdonald</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/price-led-versus-value-led-with-alistair-macdonald--56701562</link><description><![CDATA[Alistair Macdonald is the Group Deputy Managing Director for Franki Foundations, an internationally known ground engineering firm specialising in deep foundation techniques.<br /><br />Alistair and Kevin discuss Franki's acquisition of Martello Piling, the importance of ground conditions and price-led decisions versus value-led decisions.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701562</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:35:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701562/the_aarsleff_podcast_voices_in_engineering_episode_5_alistair_macdonald.mp3" length="39880940" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Alistair Macdonald is the Group Deputy Managing Director for Franki Foundations, an internationally known ground engineering firm specialising in deep foundation techniques.

Alistair and Kevin discuss Franki's acquisition of Martello Piling, the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Alistair Macdonald is the Group Deputy Managing Director for Franki Foundations, an internationally known ground engineering firm specialising in deep foundation techniques.<br /><br />Alistair and Kevin discuss Franki's acquisition of Martello Piling, the importance of ground conditions and price-led decisions versus value-led decisions.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1662</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Geo-technology with Terry Mcmenam</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/geo-technology-with-terry-mcmenam--56701561</link><description><![CDATA[Terry McMenam is a Chartered Environmentalist and Chartered Scientist who has been working within the geotechnical and geo-environmental industry since 1992. A Member of the Institute of Directors and Treasurer for the Geological Society, Terry is also a Director at Geol Consultants. Site investigation specialists Geol Consultants provide a wide range of geotechnical and environmental services, ranging from basic site investigation works and coal mining risk assessments to hazardous ground gas risk assessments.<br /><br />In this episode, Terry and Kevin discuss attitudes towards ground investigation, managing risks of shallow mine workings and commonly asked questions from clients.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701561</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:30:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701561/the_aarsleff_podcast_voices_in_engineering_episode_4_terry_mcmenam.mp3" length="36518538" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Terry McMenam is a Chartered Environmentalist and Chartered Scientist who has been working within the geotechnical and geo-environmental industry since 1992. A Member of the Institute of Directors and Treasurer for the Geological Society, Terry is...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Terry McMenam is a Chartered Environmentalist and Chartered Scientist who has been working within the geotechnical and geo-environmental industry since 1992. A Member of the Institute of Directors and Treasurer for the Geological Society, Terry is also a Director at Geol Consultants. Site investigation specialists Geol Consultants provide a wide range of geotechnical and environmental services, ranging from basic site investigation works and coal mining risk assessments to hazardous ground gas risk assessments.<br /><br />In this episode, Terry and Kevin discuss attitudes towards ground investigation, managing risks of shallow mine workings and commonly asked questions from clients.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1522</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>3D Technology in Construction with Ben Bennett</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/3d-technology-in-construction-with-ben-bennett--56701558</link><description><![CDATA[Ben Bennett is the founder and director of Luminous Group, a digital transformation company based in Newcastle. The Luminous Group is a constantly evolving 3D technology &amp; software development studio of which Ben leads a diverse and experienced team, allowing them to develop innovative new solutions using VR, AR, mixed reality, spatial computing, and computer vision.<br /><br />In this episode, Ben and Kevin discuss virtual reality technology in construction, augmented reality on site, along with new immersive technology for office space.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701558</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:25:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701558/the_aarsleff_podcast_voices_in_engineering_episode_3_ben_bennett.mp3" length="40518925" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ben Bennett is the founder and director of Luminous Group, a digital transformation company based in Newcastle. The Luminous Group is a constantly evolving 3D technology &amp;amp; software development studio of which Ben leads a diverse and experienced...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ben Bennett is the founder and director of Luminous Group, a digital transformation company based in Newcastle. The Luminous Group is a constantly evolving 3D technology &amp; software development studio of which Ben leads a diverse and experienced team, allowing them to develop innovative new solutions using VR, AR, mixed reality, spatial computing, and computer vision.<br /><br />In this episode, Ben and Kevin discuss virtual reality technology in construction, augmented reality on site, along with new immersive technology for office space.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1688</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Leadership in Construction with Nick Shilling</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-in-construction-with-nick-shilling--56701545</link><description><![CDATA[Nick Shilling is the Managing Director at Thompsons of Prudhoe. In 1993, and fresh from school, Nick first joined the business as a costing clerk within the contracts department. He became MD earlier this year.<br /><br />In this episode, Nick and Kevin discuss leadership style, having trust in your employees and groundworkers response to Covid-19.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701545</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:20:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56701545/the_aarsleff_podcast_voices_in_engineering_episode_2_nick_shilling.mp3" length="44449765" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Nick Shilling is the Managing Director at Thompsons of Prudhoe. In 1993, and fresh from school, Nick first joined the business as a costing clerk within the contracts department. He became MD earlier this year.

In this episode, Nick and Kevin discuss...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nick Shilling is the Managing Director at Thompsons of Prudhoe. In 1993, and fresh from school, Nick first joined the business as a costing clerk within the contracts department. He became MD earlier this year.<br /><br />In this episode, Nick and Kevin discuss leadership style, having trust in your employees and groundworkers response to Covid-19.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1852</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Coronavirus' Impact on Construction with Dr Dan Adams</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-impact-on-construction-with-dr-dan-adams--56698287</link><description><![CDATA[Dan Adams is a Senior Geotechnical Consultant and a key member in the expansion of Aarsleff Ground Engineering’s geotechnical department. Kevin and Dan chat about coronavirus' impact on construction, social togetherness and the future for Aarsleff in the UK.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56698287</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:15:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/56698287/the_aarsleff_podcast_voices_in_engineering_episode_1_dr_dan_adams.mp3" length="40495129" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Aarsleff Ground Engineering</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dan Adams is a Senior Geotechnical Consultant and a key member in the expansion of Aarsleff Ground Engineering’s geotechnical department. Kevin and Dan chat about coronavirus' impact on construction, social togetherness and the future for Aarsleff in...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dan Adams is a Senior Geotechnical Consultant and a key member in the expansion of Aarsleff Ground Engineering’s geotechnical department. Kevin and Dan chat about coronavirus' impact on construction, social togetherness and the future for Aarsleff in the UK.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1687</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b3daa29f0bf47ff51cd1ec43e85be88.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
