Episode 30: An interview with Jo Maddocks, author of the Emotional Intelligence Profile
Dr Jolyon (Jo) Maddocks has played an influential role in the development of psychometrically based approaches to the assessment and development of emotional intelligence. In conversation here with Rob Feltham, he provides a fascinating account of how the emotional intelligence…
Episode 29: The curse of evaluative bias in psychometrics and moving beyond it – A conversation with Stewart Desson, CEO of Lumina learning
In discussion with Rob Feltham, Stewart shares his innovative approach to personality assessment, and in particular how he has worked to overcome reductionism and evaluative bias. Topics covered include: neurodivergence as a continuum; personality as a lens through which to…
Episode 28: Brand resilience in turbulent times – A conversation with Nathalie Nahai, author of Business Unusual
In a wide-ranging discussion with Rob Feltham, Nathalie shares her insights into factors that help make some businesses and brands resilient and sustainable in competitive markets and during challenging times. Topics covered include the Thoughtful Marketing movement, the interaction of…
Episode 27: Empowering the volunteer – A conversation with Sakshi Bansal, UNESCO Kindness Leader
This special podcast episode features Sakshi Bansal, recipient of the 2021 ABP Chair’s Award for Excellence in Business Psychology, in recognition of her pioneering work as founder of Project LEAP. In conversation with Alex Forsythe, Sakshi gives a fascinating description…
Episode 26: Workplace wellbeing during challenging times – A conversation with Claire de Carteret
In an engaging discussion with Alex Forsythe, Claire de Carteret points to alarming current trends in workplace well-being globally and offers practical advice to leaders and employees about how to create exceptional workplaces which have net positive impact on people…
Episode 25: A single voice can make a difference – An interview with Nuala Walsh
In an absorbing discussion with Alex Forsythe, Nuala discusses her research into bystander effects in organisations, and outlines the practical steps that companies can take to encourage their employees to ‘blow the whistle’ on unethical behaviours. Nuala also discusses her…
Episode 24: Work is broken – An interview with Rob Baker, author of ‘Personalisation at Work’
In conversation with Rob Feltham prior to his presentation to the recent ABP annual conference, Rob Baker discusses why modern work practices are failing us – constraining rather than amplifying our diverse skills, strengths, passions and interests. Globally over 90%…
Episode 23: The pace of change is too slow – A conversation with John Amaechi, OBE
In an absorbing discussion with Alex Forsythe, John Amaechi talks about his background, his views on leadership and the supposed ‘new normal’, and the need for radical change in a post Covid world. He also shares some of his personal…
Episode 22: An interview with Ian Robertson, author of ‘How Confidence Works’
In conversation with Rob Feltham, Professor Ian Robertson discusses some of the themes from his recently published and critically acclaimed book entitled How Confidence Works. He describes how confidence is something of a self-fulfilling prophecy and how it can be…
Episode 21: Feeling abnormal in an abnormal world – A discussion with Dr Nancy Doyle about neurodiversity and organisational inclusion
In discussion with ABP Board member Guy Cohen, Dr Nancy Doyle provides a challenging critique of how organisations ‘tick the box of diversity inclusion’ whilst their recruitment and development practices perpetuate segregation. She also points to the failings of the…
Episode 20: Learning and Development in a Digital by Default world – A conversation with Donald Taylor
Donald Taylor is a well-known commentator and organiser in the field of workplace learning and learning technologies. In an engaging discussion with ABP Vice Chair Lucy Standing, he shares his perspectives on the future of L&D, highlighting both the dangers…
Episode 19: The world could use a little more wisdom – An interview with Chip Conley
This episode of POW, the Psychology of Work podcast, features Chip Conley – New York Times bestselling author and the maverick iconic boutique hotelier who helped Airbnb’s founders turn their fast-growing tech start-up into a global hospitality brand. In an…