Year on Year

In this episode, Emily Monsell-Holden and resilience coach Alex Pett explore key strategies for fostering healthy workplace cultures and preventing burnout in organisations.   They discuss the importance of self-awareness, effective communication and compassionate leadership in building environments where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.  By focusing on personal growth and creating spaces for psychological safety, businesses can reduce staff turnover, attract top talent, and ensure long-term success. Key takeaways include:  * Building a positive culture: Creating an environment where employees feel safe, supported and able to be themselves fosters long-term loyalty and engagement. * Leadership development: Good management isn’t innate but can be learned through training, helping managers communicate better and lead with empathy. * Burnout prevention: Clear communication, inclusivity and acceptance of failure are crucial to alleviating stress and fostering resilience in teams. * Generational shifts: Younger generations are less tolerant of outdated, rigid workplace practices, pushing organisations toward more compassionate, aware leadership.  The episode focusses on the importance of prioritising emotional intelligence and psychological safety in leadership and organisational strategy. If you have an idea for a future episode of Year-on-Year, or would liek to talk to me about mentoring your team, connect with me on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-monsell-holden/].  Find out more about Alex Pett on her site [https://shore-coaching.com], or on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pett-bb3ba834/].

Having a strong brand presence online is one thing, but how do you bring it to life IRL?   In this episode of Year-on-Year, Emily talks to Bekki Stovell, someone who has dedicated her career to helping brands create meaningful, sustainable physical spaces that connect people. We talk about:  * Why physical spaces are so important to a brand experience * What it means to bring your brand principles through into interior design * The challenges – and opportunities – of working sustainably Find out more about Bekki, and the work she does with hospitality brands at Raw Clay [https://www.rawclay.co.uk/]. To book a call with Emily, visit www.emilymonsellholden.com/contact.

In the latest episode, Emily Monsell-Holden explores the future of leadership with Charlotte Otter. They discuss: * Change management * Authenticity in different leadership styles * The importance of genuine storytelling * The power of consistency  * The role of mentorship Find out more about Charlotte - and the Reputational 365s - here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotteeliseotter/], and keep an eye out for her book, We Need New Leaders, due for release in June next year. If you want to get in touch with Emily, book a chat with her here [https://www.emilymonsellholden.com/contact].

In this episode of Year-on-Year, host Emily Monsell-Holden sits down with Jayne George from the RNLI to discuss how the charity successfully unified its brand mission and internal culture.   Jayne shares her experience of rejoining the RNLI in 2019 and the challenges she faced, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation highlights the importance of simple, authentic messaging and the role of storytelling in connecting and motivating a diverse workforce. Key Topics Discussed: * How the RNLI used storytelling to simplify and unify its brand message * The impact of COVID-19 on the RNLI’s operations and fundraising efforts * The creation of the “save every one” mission and its unifying effect on the organisation. * The importance of empowering creative teams and respecting different organisational cultures * Lessons learned from engaging with donors during challenging times. Connect with Us: Follow RNLI on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/rnli/] Follow Emily Monsell-Holden on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-monsell-holden/]

In this episode of Year on Year, Emily Monsell-Holden has an enlightening conversation with celebrated jewellery designer Theo Fennell. They delve into the true meaning of craftsmanship and its evolution over the years. Theo shares his journey from art school to becoming a renowned jeweller, highlighting the importance of understanding the craft to create meaningful and lasting pieces. They discuss the difference between genuine craftsmanship and the overuse of the term in today's market, and how true artisanship connects people to the items they cherish.