Alongsider is in conversation with Philippa White, CEO of TIE Leadership (The International Exchange). We hear how inspiration at her uncle's funeral (he was doctor to Nelson Mandela) moved her to start her business. TIE offers people an experiential challenge that brings them fully alive to who they are in a visceral way - quite unlike other development programmes. 'I take leaders and teams to edge of their mental maps, and gently nudge them off.' We hear how a programme in Malawi influenced not just the locality, the nation but then Global Community. This is a very different kind of intervention which has the potential to really influence the world of work forever. Her recent book 'ROH - return on humanity' captures stories across sectors and continents and seeks to influence and 'challenge broken systems'. An amazing conversation, Phillipa's enthusiasm is infectious.

Alongsider is in conversation with Sir Steven Wilkinson, a very different energy within the financial and business community. Before the recording, he quoted from Deuteronomy 8 - Since there will never cease to be some in need  on the earth, I therefore command you, "Open your hand to the poor and needy neighbour in your land". We meet a very different thinker and protagonist who encourages the pursuit of evolutionary growth only after some sound reflection. Considering the impact for ourselves as much as for all those particpating in the system. This is a very rounded view and seems at one level quite partial. It does not take long however, for the full breadth of his ambition and vision to emerge. This is in no way self seeking and reveals a holistic perspective that is refreshing, exihilarating and not without challenge. Enjoy!

Alongsider meets a real hands on expert in OKRs, Coach and Considerate Helper with steel beneath an unassumingly benign exterior. No wonder she is in demand as an encourager and facilitator in Global OKR forums. Her approach is beguilingly quiet and gentle and brings with it a powerful impact. Mel is a refreshing and joyful energy which many of our organisations are seeking without knowing quite how to define it. Melanie gently guides me through a real OKR coaching session giving me solid next steps! Mrs C will be impressed and delighted! Mel is a mother of 2 small ones and has chosen a slower pace for now...until she choses to pick up the pace at the right time for herself, her family and those she seeks to influence. Join us, this is vintage Alongsider.

Alongsider has a change of pace as we meet Mia Ganda, a highly accomplished polymath and intense creative - with expertise in Leadership Development, Mental Health and 'Emotional Granularity'. She started out as a Model, has worked in Fashion and Sports Management where she had a successful career and despite having 'little experience as a negotiator' was the preferred agent for some great national football talent. She returned to full time education and completed 3 degrees in Finance and Business and a Masters in 2 years. She now has a broad practice with CEO's and teams as coach. Interested in intimacy in the business context, she has collaborated with Deepak Chopra on an Emotional Intimacy course for the app Jiyo. She is based between Berlin and London and travels widely. A free spirit, Mia shares her story with significant gentleness of strength and elan. Enjoy!

Alongsider in conversation with one of life's great enthusiasts and a very generous energy - Professor of Psychology. Generosity begets generosity - some who he tells me likes to say 'yes' as a default. Although an acclaimed academic, he is also an accomplished consultant and much in demand. Among his criteria for accepting opportunities are - will it be fun, make money and will there be data! He is not afraid to stick his neck out on occasion and his long running column in the Sunday Times sometimes attracted 'hate mail'. We discuss this and much more. If you seek to get beyond the noise and babble, this will offer insight.  Join us, it will be fun and there will be data.

Alongsider is in conversation with Terrence Hackett whose early career in Journalism led to an interest in education and he now leads in education and workplace design with McKinsey & Co. He is a dedicated family man and from where his curiosity, growth mindset and interest in ‘how we relate to each other’ stems. He says 'dancing and playing with siblings and 45 cousins in a sweaty basement' made this come very naturally to him! This also helps him be 'comfortable with chaos'. This affable exterior does not hide a steely resolve to secure great impact for clients based on sound research. Also, to curate a culture within the company which attracts, develops and excites world class talent. We discuss the potential for AI in Education and our organisations in a wide ranging conversation. Join us, you will not be disappointed.

Alongsider meets Dr John Blakey an influencer and author ('Challenge Coaching', 'Trusted Executive' - based on his Doctorate and most recently 'Force for Good'). His Trust Executive model encourages 9 habits to build trust and groups them around - Ability, Integrity and perhaps shockingly Benevolence. He says the latter is a heart  word and literally is core to connecting and building trust, enhanced engagement and holistic strategic thinking. This is a great conversation and you will be moved to action. Restoring trust in business and the work place is a great place to start and 'envangelise' (his word) the habits of leaders everywhere.

Introducing in her own words 'Carola Verschoor is a consultant in transformation design, post-growth strategy, and experience creation with over 25 years of professional experience across diverse sectors and cultures. Driven by a deep commitment to inspire actionable change and nurture meaningful connections, Carola's work transcends traditional boundaries. Her collaborations reflect her dedication to fostering meaningful connections and impactful transformations. She is a speaker, thought leader and published author on the topics of innovation, strategy, creativity, transformation and design. Carola's personal journey, shaped by challenges to learned dogmas, has imbued her with resilience and led her to embrace a spiritual perspective inspired by interbeing and reciprocity.' Join us in this great conversation.

We meet David Thomas, my new best friend in finance. A highly skilled alongsider with a gentle tone and steely discipline available when necessary. Financial strategy starts with asking where to and why? Keeping it simple is key. This is beyond 'bean counting' and more about motivation and mastering the performance levers of your business or organisation.This will demystify the subject and provide some refreshing pointers for new and more experienced hands.

If you face or have faced shaping a raw group into a high performing team - this might be for you. We join Adrian Bawtree, professional musician, organist and Conductor who reveals the key that music can be to unlock participation, high performance and courage. He compares preparation for performance with project management and demonstrates how climate and culture are the foundation of successful outcomes. He could have been a coach - and of course he is and much, much more. He was once described as a 'bulldozer' - perhaps a bulldozer of fear and limiting belief. Come, lets face the music, you will not be disappointed.

We meet Professor Carlos A. Gonzalez-Carrasco, a true polymath and citizen of the Universe. Originally from Chile and has lived and worked in 53 countries. He narrowly escaped execution by the regime in his homeland. Arriving in Peru, the British Ambassador asked him why he wanted to come to the UK. Carlos replied "I want to make a contribution". Entry was granted. He was to become a filmaker, business consultant and coach. Anita Rodick of Body Shop employed him to oversee emerging markets, calling him the 'Professor'. He says his mission is to make science "Simple, accessible and practical" to business and community environments. Join us, it is a unique journey and inspiring.

We meet Ian Malpass, an entrepreneur with a huge dash of natural humility and ability. Solution focused, driven with a profile as low as his latest fast car. He once shared this wisdom with me "I control my business, it does not control me". He lives this out and share tips on how. If your thing is start ups - this is for you. If its scale up, this too is for you and if you are intrigued what quiet enterprise maturity looks like, this will inspire. His father told him very early on "Everything in life is selling" and he himself espouses that there is "No need to jump outside of what I know".We also cover recycling Japanese fish faeces...This is a modification story! Ian is a great natural alongsider, join us - you will not be disappointed.

If your aim is for business transformation meeting Peter Kerr will quietly change your mindset. A global expert on OKRs with over 60 assignments completed, Peter focuses on what really matters - CFRs - Conversations, Feedback (honest) and Recognition. Bringing out the humanity as well as the desire to achieve outstanding outcomes based on real results. Join us, this will make a difference to you, your team and your organisation's culture and impact.

Welcome to #Alongsider - if you look to live out your purpose and conviction and get things done - this is for you. Meet Andy Economides, a man of deep faith and conviction. Set out as Engineer and ended up engineering lives in Nigeria, a place he didn't plan to be. He founded www.soteriatrust.org.uk and his story is inspiring as is his faith and heart for young people without. This is a story from the ground up which is still unfolding. Join us and be stirred to good action. #hopeinaction #socialenterprise #education #nigeria #transformativeleadership

Charles Wookey, is one of life's enthusiasts and natural Alongsiders - always in search of his next project. He scoots through a varied and remarkable career culminating in co-forming and as CEO for Blueprint for better business. This represents well a core belief that our organisations and especially Business can be a force for good in Society. He ultimately describes himself as a muscian - as seen playing Rachmaninov's no 2 piano concerto with Orchestra last autumn. I did say 'varied'...

Claire Pedrick is well known to many and either way you will know her a little deeper from our rich and insightful conversation. Author of a seminal work 'Simplifying Coaching' which exemplifies some of her core beliefs inc. - 'just enough' and 'mustn't stay too long'. Claire embodies her passion for transformation and disruption, No surprise perhaps that her most recent book she co-authored is 'The Human Behind the Coach - how great coaches transform themselves first'. Whether you are a coach, mentor, wherever you are placed, you will love Claire's company and the no nonsense joy that flows from her.

If you ever need to navigate politics and emotionally charged meetings and get the right things done - these wise words are perhaps for you. As the world commemorates Holocaust Memorial Day, we hear from a gifted finance professional, Simon Westmacott. Selected for his integrity and pragmatism, he modestly shares how he came alongside with his experience and wisdom to bring disparate parties together to develop a sound process and settlement.

Douglas McCormack is a seasoned leader and change agent who, he says, loves a challenge - sometimes mending what is broken. Where status quo is not an option. Ultimately, 'I am just a bloke with a job'. Get to know the man behind the profile in this conversation. He shares his stratefic approach to stepping into senior roles and how he has valued and what qualities make for an excellent Alongsider.

From Electronic Engineer on the first project to connect huge mainframe computers by telephone, to coaching IBM Senior Execs. Robin shares his stories on being an alongsider as the digital revolution took hold. As a quiet specialist, he has a love of people and the story of 'how you became you' He believes that Life is 10% what happens, 90% how you deal with it! Response-ability. Please join us.

Pastor Pete Cunningham joins me in an inspiring conversation about his early career as a messenger boy in the Stock Exchange before founding https://www.greenpastures.co.uk/ a property based charity that has supported more than 10,000 homeless people sustainably off the streets. Green Pastures also use OKRs...Objectives and Key Results! He is great company and I look forward to yours on Alongsider today.