This week it's a Toms Talk episode as we round up the season. We reflect on how the podcast has grown and we project forward to 2025 and talk about how we're going to evolve the podcast so that it's even more insightful, educational, and entertaining than it is today. Have a listen - you won't regret it!

We have a terrific guest, Nick Creswell, Global Head of Culture and Talent at energy firm Ørsted. Nick gives us a snapshot of his varied career and talks about how people with diverse backgrounds and experiences is so valuable in high performing organisations.

The Tom’s are joined by Aimee Bateman, an award-winning founder, speaker, coach, and the host of the Female Further podcast.  We talk about what inspired Aimee and how she built Careercake into an award-winning e-learning company before successfully selling to the world's leading e-learning platform, SocialTalent.

This week ‘the Toms’ are joined by Anwen Bottois, the inspirational founder of Purple Sky Consulting, an innovative business that helps leaders to love leading by being more confident and effective - in a sustainable way.

This week, we're joined by Andre Coggins. Andre is a coach, teacher, and community leader from North London who is the founder of Mafia Moves, a running club and community where diverse people come together to build connection and confidence.

This week the Toms are joined by Samantha Strawford. Sam is an entrepreneur who owns Pepper & Seed, a boutique PR and brand communications agency with a passion for creating stand-out strategies to help brands shine.

We’re getting to know the men behind the mic a little better. We kick things off with Tom Emery, founder of HEX, a people performance consultancy. Tune in to hear about Tom's journey, his passion for leadership development, and the story behind HEX.

We’re getting to know the men behind the mic a little better. We kick things off with Tom Emery, founder of HEX, a people performance consultancy. Tune in to hear about Tom's journey, his passion for leadership development, and the story behind HEX.

We're joined by Debra Corey consultant, speaker, top HR influencer, and author of six bestselling books. We have a great discussion about leadership, and her new book, Bad Bosses Ruin Lives and how it can help us all to lead more effectively.

This week the Toms are joined by Adele Stickland, Organisational Psychologist, Coach and TEDx speaker. We learn all about the fascinating work she is doing as an Organisational Psychologist, the entrepreneurial journey she’s been on and her plans for the future. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

We're talking to Andrew Bennie who by day, is a Senior Investment Director at wealth management firm Brooks Macdonald, but outside work, he is the co-founder of Manchester Young Professionals. 

MYP's purpose is to provide dynamic young people with the tools they need to connect and develop in their chosen industries, while also providing them with access to a multifaceted community that supports their career goals. 

In this fascinating conversation, the Toms grill renowned business psychologist, Dr Amanda Potter, about business psychology and the value it can bring to organisations in assessing, identifying, and developing their talent. Plus, the concept of psychological safety and why it’s so important.

This week the Toms are joined by Dr Mahrukh Khwaja, founder of the award-winning wellness startup Mind Ninja. Mahrukh shares her fascinating career journey which has taken her from qualified dentist through to business founder and leading workplace wellness expert. 

This week the Toms welcome Leanne Spencer to the podcast. Leanne is a keynote speaker, author, TEDx speaker, and even a Bear Grylls Survival instructor. Leanne shares her story which took her from City trader to wellbeing expert. 

We hear a lot about the importance of authenticity in leadership, but what's the reality?

In this episode, the Toms talk about authenticity, both in the context of their own leadership journeys, and in the clients that they work with.

This week the Toms talk to another brilliant guest. Andy Morris is CEO of Cirencester Friendly Society.

Andy tells us about his fascinating career and he discusses the differences in culture across investment banking and mutuals, and how he managed the challenge of taking on the role of CEO.

It’s just the Toms this week as they get into a subject close to their hearts.

As professional coaches, they often reflect on how they work with clients. Do they always coach, do they sometimes get into mentoring, and is this ok?

In this episode, we welcome Steve Salee, who heads up Wildfire Strategies, a team of skilled consultants, facilitators and coaches dedicated to helping teams and leaders develop and build trusting relationships so that they can enact dynamic change in their organisations.

It's just the Toms this week for a Toms Talk episode about stepping into a first or new leadership role. They chat about their own early experiences of leadership and give some of their tips on how to make the transition into leadership smoothly and effectively.

Zoe is Group Chief Commercial Officer for law firm Fletchers. Not only this, she started her own charity, Silk Elephant, and is a qualified executive coach with a passion for learning. 

In this conversation, Zoe shares her story including her bravery and tenacity in trying new and exciting things.