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ILM – could it be the course for me?

ILM courses focus on delivering practical, proven skills and expertise directly into the workplace. All learning is pertinent to the person studying. There are all sorts of professional courses and qualifications out there. One online search and you will be presented with hundreds of options, nearly all of which promise to bolster your job prospects...

08 Feb

Showing compassion in the workplace

“Compassion; a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for the suffering of others and a wish to help them.” – Cambridge Dictionary Since COVID, there has been a greater demand for kindness and understanding in the workplace. Changes to working patterns, team dynamics and people’s evolving personal circumstances in the wake of a pandemic have...

23 Jan

Are You Listening?

“Most of the successful people I’ve known are the ones who do more listening than talking” – Bernard M. Baruch Listening is a skill that most of us believe we possess. We likely believe we are good, even effective listeners. We nod in the right places and might be able to recall exactly what someone...

23 Dec

Twist, or Stick: Should you make changes in 2023?

The date itself should be arbitrary. Thinking purely rationally, January 1st is no better than any other calendar date to embark on change. Yet, the new year consistently inspires us to at least entertain making a resolution. Part of this is what psychologists refer to as the ‘Fresh-Start effect’; the idea that people are...

05 Jun

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What is Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)?

Neuro Linguistic Programming, or NLP, has been in our awareness since the 1970s when Richard Bandler and John Grinder first started looking into the use of language in development and modelling what successful people do in various therapeutic roles. Since then, there have been many contributors to NLP that have broadened the ability of a...

02 Mar

Meet the Trainer: Sally Strazzanti

Over the last 16 years, I have trained hundreds of people at different levels on coaching and mentoring programs, from introduction to coaching programs through to level 7 Masters module programmes. Before working in leadership development and coaching and mentoring, I worked in the health service in human resource management and organisational development. I have...

09 Feb

Are we talking or simply connecting?

We are more connected than ever, but the reality is we rarely speak to one another. With the variety of channels now at our disposal, it’s easy to lose track of what we have said to who, when and on what platform; if it’s not email, it’s text, messenger, or even WhatsApp. You’ve then got...

13 Jan

It’s the most miserable day of the year.

Yes, that’s right, today is the day when being a misery guts is common practice, but what is it about the third Monday in January that makes us feel so blue, and how can we install some much-needed positivity on this cold January day. Maybe it’s the wintery weather, perhaps it’s the Christmas debt, or...

28 Dec

What is a growth mindset?

Are you dreading returning to work in the New Year? Worse still have you already returned to work, and feeling like you don’t want to be there? If you are feeling a little pessimistic, if the January blues are already starting to creep in, the chances are you don’t have a growth mindset, but what...

Podcasts

13 Jan

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THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 2 – EPISODE 1- GERAINT THOMAS

Episode 1 – Geraint Thomas – Tour De France Winner and Multiple Olympic Cycling Champion. In This episode Phil is joined by Tour De France Champion Geraint Thomas and Olympic Gold Medalist Cyclist Ed Clancy. They discuss Geraint’s slow rise to becoming Tour De France winner, his injuries in graphic detail, and reflect on how...

04 Jul

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 10 – CRAIG WILLIAMS – MY STORY – PART 1

In today’s episode, Phil speaks to Ex-Royal Marine and Co-Founder of TEAM Bootcamp Craig Williams. They discuss Craig’s upbringing and his time in the Marines in which he was a leader and a sniper. Craig then talks about his troubles with the law, and how he ended up in prison and, after that, on the...

27 Jun

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 9 – ALICE TAI – MY STORY

In today’s episode, Phil speaks to Award-Winning Paralympic Swimmer Alice Tai. They discuss her upbringing and quick rise into competitive swimming, her struggles before Rio 2016, and how she got through them to eventually win Athlete of the Year in 2019. She then speaks about her plans for the future and the other passions she...

20 Jun

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 8 – SCOTT SIMON – GOAL SETTING AND DECISION MAKING

In today’s episode, Phil talks to Scott Simon, the Head Coach of the British Paracanoe Programme. Scott talks about his injuries and his rehabilitation journey and experience in the Invictus Games. Scott discusses his role as the Head Coach of the British Paracanoe Programme, and the skills and mental frameworks which help him do his...

13 Jun

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 7 – RHODRI JONES – DEALING WITH FAILURE

In today’s episode, Phil sits down with Film Maker and ex-Manchester United Youth Player Rhodri Jones. They talk about Rhodri’s time during his scholarship with Manchester United at such a successful time in the club’s history. Rhodri talks about the struggles he faced after being cut from the team, and how he eventually got through...

06 Jun

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P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 6 – PERFORMING AMID A DISASTER

In today’s episode, Phil and Nath talk to Dan Cooke, the Operations Director of the Emergency Search and Rescue Charity; ‘Serve On’. Dan talks about his background and how it led him to the world of Emergency Rescuing. Dan describes the kind of work ‘Serve On’ do, and what it takes to be a competent...

30 May

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P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 5 – TRYING TO MAKE SENSE OF IT ALL

In today’s episode, Phil and Nath sit down to discuss Lockdown and how it’s affected Pro-Noctis and their routines. They talk about the immediate problems they have faced and how they are getting through. They speculate on the long term issues the pandemic may cause businesses, and how leaders may best navigate these uncertain times....

27 May

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 4 – JANE VILJOEN

n today’s episode, Phil and Nath sit down with Award-Winning Psychologist and Executive Coach Jane Viljoen. Lockdown still in its early stages, they all talk about how businesses have been affected internally. They discuss tactics and strategies that businesses could be employing right now in order to ensure their workplace is as happy and efficient...

18 May

THE P3 PODCAST – SEASON 1 – EPISODE 3 – JAZZ CARLIN

The P3 Podcast | Episode 3 | Season 1 | Jazz Carlin | My Career In today’s episode, Phil welcomes Competitive Swimmer and Olympic Medalist Jazmin “Jazz” Carlin! Jazz talks about her road to becoming a Competitive Swimmer and the lessons it taught her. She discusses the highs and lows of her career, and how...