Here's an idea worth playing with

Rob Lambert
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Here's an idea worth playing with

Here's an idea worth playing with is a podcast about cultivating better companies - the kind of companies where work gets done but not at the expense of people. It's about leadership, communication, creativity and critical thinking - as well as a hefty dose of straight forward business advice. It's for anyone looking to cultivate the kind of company that enriches the lives of all who work in it. The title comes from the fact that other ways often work, so even though what Rob shares is based on his vast experience, it's still an idea that he believes is worth you playing with, modifying, extending and noodling over. Rob Lambert is an award winning communication teacher and trainer, international keynote presenter, experienced leader and manager, HR Exec and career coach. His lifelong passion for creativity and communication come together here with his experience of business to give you insightful, actionable and interesting ideas to play with. Rob is also a father of three sons, a publisher, a writer, a podcaster and a film maker. He is the co-host of the wildly popular Stationery Freaks podcast. Rob is the founder of Cultivated Management - a communication consultancy company helping leaders and managers lead companies to a brighter future. Please support the podcast by subscribing and leaving a review - thank you. https://cultivatedmanagement.com/ Hosted on Transistor. See https://transistor.fm/privacy/ for more information.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    How to lean into the current reality and build a strategy - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep2

    This is episode 2 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works.  This episode of about leaning into the current reality of your business - and building a strategy. The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter.  This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them.  Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future? Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it? Step 4 - Routines and Habits Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

    12 min

  2. 29 OCT

    How to paint a picture of the future for your business (or team) - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep1

    This is episode 1 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works.  This episode of about writing a story about the future - a painted picture. The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter.  This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them.  Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a storyStep 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?Step 4 - Routines and HabitsStep 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

    16 min
  3. What's in your chapter of the book of the business? Storytelling your part.

    11 OCT

    What's in your chapter of the book of the business? Storytelling your part.

    In this episode I share the idea of a book being written about the business you work in. That book started on the first day of the business - and continues to be written every single day. It's therefore an idea to consider what your current chapter of the book is about. What's your contribution to this big book of the business? Is this chapter a horror, or drama, or action packed adventure?  Find out more about Cultivated Management here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/

    16 min
  4. The 10 Elements of a powerful workshop

    25 SEPT

    The 10 Elements of a powerful workshop

    In this episode I share 10 Elements of a powerful workshop. These are ideas I think are worth playing with. No absolutes, just 10 elements that I apply to my award winning workshops. They may work for you also! Find out more on cultivatedmanagement.comSubscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter hereSit the online Communication Super Power Workshop ThanksRob..

    17 min
  5. The benefits of bringing nature into your workplace - Biophilic Design

    14 AUG

    The benefits of bringing nature into your workplace - Biophilic Design

    In this episode I introduce the idea of Biophilic Design; designing workspaces to include more nature and natural elements. I dig into some of the science and see whether a "more natural" workspace helps with mood, emotions and productivity. Join me as I wander around the local countryside and share ideas, tips and advice on how to include more nature in your home, or office, workspace - and why it's important. Find the scientific articles, videos and images on the Cultivated website.

    27 min
  6. Business improvement using Friction Versus Reward

    24 JUL

    Business improvement using Friction Versus Reward

    In this episode of "Here's An Idea Worth Playing With" I talk about the method of Friction v Reward, how it's creator, Richard Hammond, uses it and how I use a similar model for business improvement.

    36 min
  7. Nash's use of Leisure Time pyramid - flawed but still helpful

    10 JUL

    Nash's use of Leisure Time pyramid - flawed but still helpful

    In today's cast and post I'm introducing a model of leisure time from the 1920's!  I'll introduce the Netflix challenge (a dysfunctional game being played at a workplace) and explain how I draw connections to work from what is a sociology lifestyle model.  How we choose to use our leisure time has been a hotly debated inquiry into society itself. I won't go that deep - but I will share how I see this model helping me as a leader.

    19 min
  8. 3 Ways to talk about value, plus sounds from Zurich

    1 JUL

    3 Ways to talk about value, plus sounds from Zurich

    I am in Zurich, capturing the sounds of the city - and also sharing 3 helpful ways to frame any conversation about value. We often need executive buy-in, support or air cover for our work, but many people fail to communicate these ideas effectively. Well, here's an idea worth playing with - frame your requests in language that resonates and a frame that makes sense. I share the 3 elements of the frame as well as some cracking audio of Cathedral bells, rivers and more from Zurich. As usual, you can find more content on cultivatedmanagement.comYou can find BTS footage, images and video from Zurich on Instagram - @simplylambert ThanksRob..

    12 min
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Here's an idea worth playing with is a podcast about cultivating better companies - the kind of companies where work gets done but not at the expense of people. It's about leadership, communication, creativity and critical thinking - as well as a hefty dose of straight forward business advice. It's for anyone looking to cultivate the kind of company that enriches the lives of all who work in it. The title comes from the fact that other ways often work, so even though what Rob shares is based on his vast experience, it's still an idea that he believes is worth you playing with, modifying, extending and noodling over. Rob Lambert is an award winning communication teacher and trainer, international keynote presenter, experienced leader and manager, HR Exec and career coach. His lifelong passion for creativity and communication come together here with his experience of business to give you insightful, actionable and interesting ideas to play with. Rob is also a father of three sons, a publisher, a writer, a podcaster and a film maker. He is the co-host of the wildly popular Stationery Freaks podcast. Rob is the founder of Cultivated Management - a communication consultancy company helping leaders and managers lead companies to a brighter future. Please support the podcast by subscribing and leaving a review - thank you. https://cultivatedmanagement.com/ Hosted on Transistor. See https://transistor.fm/privacy/ for more information.

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