Make a Change to Make a Difference

Season Two: Sue Schilling, CEO Alopecia UK

In our latest episode, ⁠Adam⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAfuRJ8Bn2HR-99VFPoKdXyzO0PcU0B_7Ow] is joined by Sue Schilling, CEO of Alopecia UK🌟 Having been first diagnosed with alopecia in primary school, Sue found her way to Alopecia UK when she lost all of her hair in her 40s. She says that on reflection, losing her hair challenged her to find her strengths, and that despite it taking a while to get there, she knows she's a better person and has developed a kinder outlook on the world. In this insightful episode, Sue shares her leadership philosophy and the values that guide her work. Sue emphasises the importance of meeting her team where they are, fostering circular love as a core value, and building rooted connections in the workplace. She discusses the multifaceted role of a CEO in a small organization, wearing different hats and juggling various responsibilities. Sue finds energy and purpose in engaging directly with the community her charity supports, organising events, and providing support to individuals affected by alopecia. She highlights the transformative impact of creating safe spaces for people to embrace their identities without fear of judgment. Sue also reflects on her experience of the Barefoot Coaching Training Programme, sharing the significance of tools like perceptual positions in her work with young adults. Happy listening 🎧 Episode Links: Website: ⁠https://www.alopecia.org.uk/⁠ [https://lnkd.in/eCYT7MEi] Barefoot 30 Great Coaching Tools Booklet (See Perceptual Positions): https://barefootcoaching.co.uk/product/30-great-coaching-tools/ ⁠#Podcast⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=podcast] ⁠#Leadership⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=singing]#Values #Alopecia

Season Two: Patrice Gordon

In our latest episode, Adam is joined by coach, author and business owner Patrice Gordon. Patrice previously held senior positions at British Airways, Royal Mail and Virgin Atlantic. Pivoting from commercial finance into commercial partnerships, she led the largest airline joint venture across the transatlantic. After completing the Barefoot Coach Training Programme back in 2017, she has since developed her practice to focus on females in the workplace, inclusive leadership, and reverse mentoring, launching her book 'Reverse Mentoring, Removing Barriers and Building Belonging in the Workplace' in 2022.

Season Two: Dame Jackie Daniel

In this episode, Adam is joined by Dame Jackie Daniel, CEO of Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Dame Jackie began her NHS career as a nurse before moving into NHS management. She’s been a Chief Executive Officer for the last 16 years and In 2017, was recognised in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours for her services to health care.  In this inspiring episode, Jackie shares how the underpinnings of her coach training with barefoot, helped her to handle some of her most challenging chief executive roles within the NHS. We also talk about Jackie’s passion for supporting resilience and well-being - where she introduces her framework for developing the right mindsets and behaviours in NHS leaders, promoting self-care, and creating operating and governance structures that foster engagement and connection.   We hope you enjoy listening. Dame Jackie's Blog: https://www.damejackiesblog.co.uk/

Season Two: Channel 4 Television

🔊 We're thrilled to present a brand new episode of the Barefoot Coaching Podcast! 🎧 Join us as we take you behind the scenes at Channel 4 headquarters with our amazing guests, Jamie Ward, Head of Learning and Development, and Sarah Tegerdine, Lead Senior People Partner for Creative. In this episode, hosted by Adam Goodman-Smith and Kelly Wood, we explore the incredible mission of Channel 4 to democratize coaching and make it accessible to everyone across their business. 🌍✨ Tune in as we discuss:  ✅ How Jamie and Sarah discovered their passion for coaching, and their journey to Barefoot Coaching. ✅ Why Barefoot Coaching was the perfect partner for Channel 4's coaching initiatives. ✅ Insider insights on building an internal coaching practice. ✅ The crucial role of supervision within a coaching organisation.  ✅ Plus, Jamie and Sarah generously share their personal stories and career journeys to date. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in developing an internal coaching practice within their organization. 🎯📈 Connect with our hosts and guests on LinkedIn:  👉 Adam Goodman-Smith: linkedin.com/in/adam-goodman-smith-96768738/ [http://linkedin.com/in/adam-goodman-smith-96768738]  👉 Kelly Wood: linkedin.com/in/kelly-wood-866a8841/ [http://linkedin.com/in/kelly-wood-866a8841]  👉 Sarah Tegerdine: linkedin.com/in/sarahtegerdineheadofhr/ [http://linkedin.com/in/sarahtegerdineheadofhr]  👉 Jamie Ward: linkedin.com/in/jamie-ward-3703221/ [http://linkedin.com/in/jamie-ward-3703221] This episode was produced by: Jim Cork at Explore Studio https://www.instagram.com/jimexplore/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimcork/ #BarefootCoaching #PodcastEpisode #CoachingTransformation #InternalCoachingPractice #Channel4Coaching #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #Channel4

Season Two: Geoff Watts, Agile Coach

Geoff is one of the most experienced Scrum coaches in the UK, a TEDx and Keynote Speaker and the author of the seminal best-sellers Scrum Mastery: From Good to Great Servant-Leadership, Product Mastery: From Good to Great Product Ownership and of course the award-winning The Coach's Casebook: Mastering The Twelve Traits That Trap Us which he co-wrote with Barefoot’s Kim Morgan. In this episode, Geoff shares: ·      What Agile is and his journey into the world of Scrum ·      Why he is passionate about Servant Leadership ·      His experience of training with Barefoot Coaching ·      How he is using a blend of coaching and Agile methodologies in his work supporting organisations ·      His mission to disrupt the world of Agile certification Episode Links: The Servant as Leader, Robert K. Greenleaf: https://archive.org/details/20200601-the-servant-as-leader/page/4/mode/2up [https://archive.org/details/20200601-the-servant-as-leader/page/4/mode/2up] Inspect and Adapt: https://www.inspectandadapt.com/ [https://www.inspectandadapt.com/] Agile Mastery Institute: https://agilemasteryinstitute.com/guide/geoff-watts/ [https://agilemasteryinstitute.com/guide/geoff-watts/]