Gut Instincts and Bad Hires (with Eddie Whittingham)

Gut Instincts and Bad Hires (with Eddie Whittingham)

Can you really trust your gut when it comes to people?  The Helens chat with former police officer and legal tech founder Eddie Whittingham about the messy business of managing poor performance. From fake sick notes to hard lessons in leadership, Eddie explains why acting early isn’t harsh - it’s fair.

Hybrid Working: A Reality Check (with Ruby Meling & Victoria Bond)

Is hybrid helping - or quietly hurting - your business? From flexibility to frustration, this episode dives into why hybrid working isn’t landing as planned. Ruby and Victoria of Talent Loop share what’s missing from most hybrid models and how to rebuild trust, pace, and purpose.

Retention Isn’t Rocket Science (with Chris Brindley MBE)

Forget perks - what really makes people stay?  The Helens chat with Chris Brindley MBE about the overlooked drivers of employee loyalty. From leadership lessons to small, meaningful actions, Chris explains why relationships matter more than any ping-pong table or beer fridge.