Catapult Your Career

Michael Glassock

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Catapult Your Career is a podcast hosted by Michael Glassock where we delve into the reality of various careers, explore practical advice you wish you could have given yourself before entering your current profession and a raft of other topics!

Sep 25

Win, Lose, Learn: Leadership Lessons On and Off the Warhammer Table with Tony Chew

Win, Lose, Learn: Leadership Lessons On and Off the Warhammer Table with Tony Chew What can leadership in education and competitive Warhammer teach us about managing people, handling setbacks and staying true to our values? In this episode of Catapult Your Career, Michael is joined by Tony Chew, a Director of Music within Education whose career has progressed through classroom teaching, departmental and pastoral leadership, and towards senior leadership. Alongside his career in education, Tony has taken on the role of Captain of the England Warhammer team within the competitive Warhammer community giving him two very different environments in which to explore what effective leadership really looks like. In this episode, we'll cover: How leadership skills can transfer between your professional life, hobbies and wider interestsWhy being consistent and level headed can help create psychological safety for the people around youWhy helping someone find their own solution can be more powerful than simply telling them what to doHow compromise helps leaders navigate different personalities, opinions and ideasWhy making mistakes is an inevitable and valuable part of becoming a better leaderHow separating your enjoyment from the outcome can help you appreciate the journeyWhy remembering that everyone is on their own journey can help you lead with greater empathy🔗 CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Michael's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/catapultyour.career/ 🔗 OTHER LINKS Get your free values exercise- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/resources
Aug 14

The Human Side of Leadership: What Makes a Great Leader? with Oliver Rendell

The Human Side of Leadership: What Makes a Great Leader? with Oliver Rendell What actually makes someone a great leader? Is it their job title, technical expertise or position in an organisation or is leadership really about who you are and how you influence the people around you? In this episode of Catapult Your Career, Michael is joined by his friend and fellow coach Oliver for a conversation about leadership, career development and why your career doesn't need to follow a perfectly straight path. Oliver brings a wealth of experience from a 20 year career in the pharmaceutical industry alongside an impressive collection of other roles. He is Chair of CLAPA (the Cleft Lip and Palate Association), mentors with children's charity Kids Inspire, is an ICF ACC coach and co-leads the Essex UK ICF group with Michael. He is also a Fellow, Trustee and Deputy Chair of the Institute of Leadership. Together, Michael and Oliver explore the lessons they've learned from getting leadership right and sometimes getting it wrong. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why your career can be more like a jigsaw than a traditional ladder.How true leadership is about influence rather than authority or job title.How experiences outside of work can help develop valuable leadership skills.Why empathy and being human are essential qualities of great leadership.How psychological safety creates teams where people feel comfortable speaking up and asking for help.Why great leaders don’t need all the answers and instead know how to ask great questions.Why you don’t need your entire career figured out to keep moving in the right direction.🔗 CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Michael's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH OLIVER Oliver's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-rendell/
Aug 7

Tea Talks with Jess and Michael - Understanding Imposter Syndrome

Tea Talks with Jess and Michael - Understanding Imposter Syndrome Welcome to this episode of Tea Talks where Michael and Jess sit down to talk all things imposter syndrome. In this episode of Michael and Jess explore the reality of imposter syndrome, particularly for professionals stepping into leadership roles. They discuss why imposter syndrome affects people at every stage of their career, the five common types of imposter syndrome, and practical coaching strategies to help you build confidence and overcome limiting beliefs. In this episode you'll discover: 🌱 What imposter syndrome really is and why it affects even highly successful people. 🧠 Why self-awareness is the first step towards overcoming self-doubt. 💡The 5 types of imposter syndrome 💬 How coaching can help challenge limiting beliefs and reshape your internal dialogue. 🎯 Why confidence is built through action and repetition, not by waiting until you feel ready. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Michael's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Jess' Linkedin- Jessica Glassock | LinkedIn Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/
Jul 24

From Expert to Leader: The Coaching Mindset That Transforms Leadership

From Expert to Leader: The Coaching Mindset That Transforms Leadership In this solo episode, Michael reflects on a recent keynote presentation delivered to educational leaders at a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) conference, where he explored one of the biggest challenges organisations face: helping experts become confident, impactful leaders. In this episode, we'll explore: 🎯 Why being an expert doesn't automatically make someone an effective leader 🎯 How adopting a coaching mindset empowers your team instead of creating dependency 🎯 The difference between coaching, mentoring and giving advice 🎯 Why self awareness is the foundation of great leadership 🎯 How our IPA Model (Identity, Path, Action) helps leaders develop confidence and clarity 🎯 The importance of taking action instead of waiting for the 'perfect' moment 🔗 CONNECT WITH US Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Free Values Workbook - https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/resources
Jun 5

Tea Talks with Jess and Michael - Volunteering Week

Tea Talks with Jess and Michael - Volunteering Week Welcome to the first Tea Talks episode of Catapult Your Career a new podcast format where Michael and Jess sit down for an honest conversation about a chosen topic. In recognition of National Volunteering Week, Michael and Jess share their personal volunteering journeys, discuss the organisations that have shaped their lives, and explore how volunteering can support community impact and career development. From supporting refugees with Care4Calais to contributing to healthcare, education, and community projects, this episode highlights the power of giving back while developing valuable personal and professional skills. Key Takeaways: 🌍 Volunteering Makes a Real Difference Small acts of service can create lasting change.Giving back helps strengthen communities.❤️ Human Connection Changes Lives Volunteering creates meaningful relationships.It helps us better understand different lived experiences.🚀 Volunteering Builds Career Skills Gain hands-on experience in new areas.Develop leadership, communication, and problem solving skills.🤝 Community Matters Volunteering creates a sense of belonging.It brings people together through shared purpose. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Michael's Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Jess' Linkedin- Jessica Glassock | LinkedIn Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ 🔗 FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE CHARITIES Care4Calais Ladles of Love Alzheimer's Society
May 22

Coaching, Healing & Authentic Living with Gillian McMichael

Coaching, Healing & Authentic Living with Gillian McMichael In this episode, we’re joined by Gillian McMichael, master coach, teacher, healer and founder of Full Circle Global. In this powerful conversation we discuss transformational coaching, authenticity, healing, and what it truly means to 'come home' to yourself. Key points we discuss: ✨The difference between transactional vs transformational coaching ✨ Why authentic leadership starts with self awareness ✨Why the future of coaching is becoming more human-centered and soul led ✨How to begin the journey of becoming your authentic self ✨ Learning to trust yourself and stop living for external validation 🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH GILLIAN Coaching Website- https://fullcircleglobal.com/ Healing Website- https://www.gillianmcmichael.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/gillian_mcmichael/
Apr 17

From Revenue to Reality: Why Cash Flow is the Lifeblood of Your Business with Robert Woolfson

In this episode, we’re joined by Robert Woolfson, a cash flow specialist who helps businesses bridge the gap between financial data and real world growth. With a background spanning IT, recruitment, and business ownership, Robert works closely with SMEs to improve profitability, efficiency, and long term sustainability without relying solely on increasing sales. 🔑 Key Takeaways High turnover doesn’t guarantee financial success, businesses can generate millions in revenue while still operating at a loss.Cash flow reflects how well every part of your business is functioning, from pricing to operations.Improving internal systems and processes can significantly increase profit without needing more customers.Many businesses struggle not from lack of effort, but from poor systems, unclear roles, and lack of operational flow.Expanding too quickly without understanding financials can amplify losses instead of profits.Passion + skill + market demand = opportunity. Test ideas before scaling to validate if people will pay.Ethical sales is about listening, understanding, and solving real problems, not just pushing a product.🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH ROBERT Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/robwoolfson/
Apr 10

Leadership Beyond the Numbers with Peter Yilmaz

Leadership Beyond the Numbers with Peter Yilmaz In this episode of Catapult Your Career Michael sits down with Peter Yilmaz, a CFO in the pharmaceutical industry and executive coach, to explore what leadership really looks like at the highest levels. Peter shares how his leadership journey evolved from being purely results driven to embracing a people first, coaching led approach. Together, they unpack what separates good managers from great leaders, and how to thrive in today’s fast changing world. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Leadership is not just about results it’s about how those results are achievedEarly career success often comes from execution, but senior leadership requires navigating ambiguityThe shift from technical expert to leader comes from connecting people to a shared visionCoaching transforms leadership by increasing self awareness and emotional intelligenceThe loudest voice in the room is not always the most valuable contributorLeadership requires adapting to individuals one style does not fit all 🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH PETER Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-y-8515421/ 🔗 OTHER LINKS Find out more about the Johari Window (Self-Awareness Framework) here - https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/psychology/johari-window Book recommendation from Tony Robbins - The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy - What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny by William Strauss and Neil Howe (https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/fourth-turning-book-william-strauss-9780767900461?sku=NGR9780767900461)

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Introducing Catapult Your Career with Michael Glassock

In this first ever episode of Catapult Your Career, Michael talks through the reasons for starting the podcast, the types of conversation you can expect to hear and the way he fell into the world of Coaching initially. WHO AM I? In a nutshell, I coach ambitious millennials through successful career transitions. I do this by helping them gain increased self awareness in their interests, skills, values and network and build a comprehensive action plan to allow then to achieve their goals. Roughly 3.3 billion people in the world have a job. How many people do you think love their job? Various studies when conducted report that only a staggering 20% people actually love their current role. It's no surprise then that so many people including myself have experienced the 'Quarter Life Crisis' described as a period of uncertainty & questioning that typically occurs when people feel trapped, uninspired and disillusioned during their mid-20s to early 30s. HOW CAN I HELP? I work with committed individuals to reduce the overwhelm in changing careers so that you can focus on what matters most to you. Pursuing a fulfilling and rewarding career. I do this by working alongside you to get clear on your personal values and life purpose, understand what’s important for you to get out of your career, identify your strengths and areas of development, generate potential career paths & create and set milestones in your life that need to change in order to reach your goal. Want to change careers and pursue a life worth living? Book a free 30-minute consultation and find out how: www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/contact-8 🔗 CONNECT WITH MICHAEL 💻 Website - https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ 👥 Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ 🎥 YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@michaelglassockcoaching/featured 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Leave a review If you enjoy listening to the podcast, please do leave a 5-star review - even one line helps! You can also Message me via LinkedIn or Instagram with any feedback, thoughts from the lessons you've learnt from the episodes and we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏 Watch the Episode on YouTube Check out the video of the episode on the Michael Glassock Coaching YouTube Channel. Download my FREE Values exercise to Help You to Start Setting Clear Goals for the Future & Improve the Quality of your Decisions. 👉 https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/resources

Catapult Your Career is a podcast hosted by Michael Glassock where we delve into the reality of various careers, explore practical advice you wish you could have given yourself before entering your current profession and a raft of other topics!

Creator

Michael Glassock
Years Active

2023 - 2026
Episodes

50
Rating

Explicit
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