A Quick Brew

David Bancroft and James Sharples
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'A Quick Brew' is your virtual weekly sit-down with two mates, Dave and James. Just 20 minutes. No rambling. No filler. Just real chat that gets you thinking, smiling, and maybe even seeing the world a little differently. Each episode, we'll dive into everyday observations and cover topics relating to business, well-being, careers, and how the world seems to be shifting around us. Thoughtful yet relaxed, it’s the perfect blend of insight and banter to enjoy on your break, commute, or wind-down. Big ideas, small moments, endless conversation...Enjoy!

  1. 3D AGO

    Celebrating The Change Makers: An Awards Debrief

    EP28. What does it take to create meaningful change in workplace wellbeing? Dave and James 'Awards' Sharples reflect on the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards, an evening that celebrates the people and organisations genuinely transforming work cultures. From post-traumatic growth to the power of recognition, this conversation explores why celebrating changemakers matters more than ever. What they discuss: 🏆 Why free-to-enter awards matter in a pay-to-play world 💡 The difference between being buried and being planted 🎯 How data is transforming wellbeing from reactive to strategic 🤝 The tangible energy of a room full of people doing good work 👔 Why James and Martin Pace accidentally became twins (sort of) A lighter episode with serious heart, reminding us that whilst business matters, doing right by people matters more. As always, enjoy, with your 'Quick Brew' ⏱️☕🎙️ -----#podcast #wellbeing #workplacewellbeing #workplaceculture #awards #mentalhealth #leadership #HR #employeeengagement

    23 min

  2. MAR 18

    Resilience & Positive Habits For Fitness ft. Martyn Pace

    When is grunting acceptable at the gym? (Spoiler: It's not 😂) Dave and James 'Grunt-Power' Sharples welcome personal trainer and employee wellbeing coach Martyn Pace for a conversation that moves from gym etiquette pet peeves to the connection between physical and mental health. What they explore: 💪 Why grunting actually makes you weaker (the science might surprise you) 🧠 The mental health crisis exercise could help solve 🎯 How to build sustainable fitness habits without the ego 🏃 Why comparison is killing your progress 🔄 The power of resilience when life knocks you down 😓 Attempting a 24-hour burpee world record with a chest infection As always, enjoy, with your 'Quick Brew' ⏱️☕🎙️ ------ 🤝 Connect with Martyn on LinkedIn 📖 Read Martyn's book recommendation | The Art of Resilience: Strategies for an Unbreakable Mind and Body by Ross Edgley ------ ❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care.🔗 Learn more about Loomyna🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10 ------ #podcast #fitness #mentalhealth #wellbeing #personaldevelopment #resilience #motivation #fitnesspodcast #mentalhealthawareness #selfimprovement #businesspodcast

    50 min

  3. MAR 11

    How Much is Too Much? Why Your Email Automation Needs Boundaries

    Is your email strategy building relationships or burning bridges?Dave and James 'Workflow' Sharples pull back the curtain on automated workflows, revealing why they think many businesses are getting it so wrong. If you've ever wondered whether you're staying top of mind or becoming that annoying contact people actively avoid, this episode is your wake-up call.What they tackle:📧 The reason your emails aren't getting opened⏰ Why timing matters more than you think (hint: geography counts)🎯 Multi-channel outreach that works without the spam factorThey also discuss professional handovers, introductions, and one of Dave's client breakthrough stories.This conversation challenges the balance between staying connected without crossing the line.As always, enjoy, with your 'Quick Brew' ⏱️☕🎙️------❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care.🔗 https://wellityglobal.com/meet-loomyna/🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10------ #podcast #business #emailmarketing #automation #digitalmarketing #marketing #businesspodcast

    20 min

  4. MAR 4

    The Job Market & Mental Health ft. Joe Emery

    To mark our 'Silver Anniversary' episode, we're joined by copywriter and LinkedIn voice Joe Emery, a man who knows better than most just how brutal the current job market really is. Joe brings raw honesty and perspective to the conversation, and shares details of how one of his early LinkedIn posts received 11 MILLION impressions!Highlights include:💼 Navigating a market that feels stacked against you🤖 AI as a tool vs. AI as a threat📱 Using LinkedIn authentically🤝 Helping others find work🧠 Mental health and why vulnerability isn't weakness🏠 The remote work debate and what return-to-office mandates really signalIf you're job hunting, feeling the pressure, or just want to hear a candid conversation about the world of work, this one's for you.Enjoy, with your Quick Brew!------🤝 Connect with Joe on LinkedIn📖 Read Joe's book recommendation | Atomic Habits by James Clear📚 Notable references for anything written by Roger Moore and Paul McKenna.------❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care.🔗 Learn more about Loomyna.🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10------

    39 min

  5. FEB 25

    Be The Change: James is Going on Tour!

    David and James 'On Tour' Sharples are back, and they've got some big news. Wellity Global is hitting the road across Essex this April for Stress Awareness Month, and they want to train 3,300 people... completely FREE of charge!Highlights from the episode this week:🗺️ The Be The Change Essex Tour: what it is, who it's for, and how to get involved (no catches, no credit cards, no freemium nonsense)🌍 Why global wellbeing training isn't one-size-fits-all and why cultural nuance really matters😬 James receives his first bit of LinkedIn abuse in a while📧 Thoughts on a jaw-dropping cold outreach strategy🤖 AI images, fake tsunami videos, and why the camera definitely lies these daysIf you're an Essex-based company looking for free stress and resilience training this April, use the link below to apply. It takes five minutes and there really is no catch.Enjoy with your 'Quick Brew' and don't forget to comment and share... and maybe Google "extreme ironing" when you're done.------🎓 Apply for your fully-funded training sessions via: ------❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care. 🔗 Learn more about Loomyna.🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10------

    24 min

  6. FEB 18

    LinkedIn: Strategies for Success ft. Alina Kovalchuk

    You asked, and we've delivered! Are you ready to crack the code on LinkedIn? In this episode, hosts David Bancroft and James 'Algorithm' Sharples sit down with LinkedIn adviser Alina Kovalchuk to demystify the platform's ever-changing landscape and reveal what really works in 2026 🚀What you'll discover:📊 Why your follower count matters less than you think👀 How "lurkers" might be your most valuable audience💬 Why DMs are where the real magic happens🎯 Actionable strategies for navigating algorithm changes📝 How to craft content that actually gets seen🤖 Ways to leverage AI without losing your authentic voiceWhether you're struggling with engagement or looking to maximise your LinkedIn presence, this conversation delivers practical strategies you can implement today. From metadata optimisation to mobile-first content creation, learn how to build a LinkedIn strategy that works for you, not against you.Perfect for entrepreneurs, marketers, and professionals looking to turn their LinkedIn profiles into powerful business development tools or launchpads for their job search.Enjoy, with your Quick Brew! ------ 🤝 Connect with Alina on LinkedIn Resources from Alina for our listeners: ✨ LinkedIn Profile Optimisation Checklist 🔎 LinkedIn Visibility Checklist 📖 Read Alina's book recommendation | Pocket Full of Do by Chris Do ------ ❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care. 🔗 https://wellityglobal.com/meet-loomyna/🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10 ------

    52 min

  7. FEB 11

    Subscriptions, Emails & Rants

    EP22. In this AQB episode, hosts Dave and James "DAARTARR" Sharples tackle subscription fatigue, email management, and (most importantly) James's rant about the modern pronunciation of "data" as "daartarr."Subscription Overload 💸We dive into the reality of subscription creep. Inspired by a viral video where people couldn't accurately list their own subscriptions, James shares his journey of discovery, including the moment he realised he was paying for THREE separate Netflix accounts (Yes, really.)DIY Financial Cleanup 🧹Rather than paying for a subscription management app, we advocate for the old-fashioned approach: spending 10 minutes checking your bank account's direct debits. It's free, it's satisfying, and it might save you hundreds of pounds a year.Email Management Matters 📧The conversation extends to the often-overlooked world of email management. Just like subscriptions, our inboxes can spiral out of control without regular maintenance. We share tips on decluttering and the surprising delight that comes from deleting hundreds of unnecessary emails.The Great 'Data' Debate 🎙️Finally, James launches into a hilariously heated take on how "data" has somehow evolved into "daartarr" in everyday conversation. If you've ever cringed at hearing someone say "daartarr," you're not alone, and you'll love this segment.Finally... we tee up a future episode to explore email marketing and outreach strategies, so make sure to subscribe!Enjoy, with your Quick Brew------ ❤️ Thank you to our sponsors, Loomyna. Your AI conversation coach - helping managers, leaders, and HR professionals rehearse, refine, and communicate with clarity, confidence, and care. 🔗 https://wellityglobal.com/meet-loomyna/ 🤑 Don't forget to use the discount code: BREW10------ #subscriptions #personalfinance #budgeting #emailmanagement #pronunciation #data #podcast #financialawareness #moneysaving

    21 min

  8. FEB 4

    Mental Health in the Workplace ft. Sadie Restorick

    In this episode of A Quick Brew, hosts James 'Time2Talk' Sharples and Dave welcome Sadie Restorick, a prominent figure in workplace wellbeing.They discuss the critical role of managers in supporting their employees, the importance of mental health initiatives, and the ever-changing post-pandemic landscape of workplace wellbeing. Sadie shares insights on global trends, the concept of wellbeing washing, and emphasises the significance of self-care and effective communication in the workplace. There is also exciting news as Sadie confirms sponsorship of the pod via her new AI conversation coach: Loomyna 🎉Loomyna helps leaders manage difficult conversations successfully. Learn more about Loomyna using: www.wellityglobal.com/meet-loomyna ... and don't forget to use offer code: Brew10 for your exclusive discounts! ----- 📖 Read Sadie's book recommendation | Essentialism by Greg McKeown🤝 Connect with Sadie on LinkedIn ----- As always, enjoy with your Quick Brew ⏱️☕🎙️

    22 min
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'A Quick Brew' is your virtual weekly sit-down with two mates, Dave and James. Just 20 minutes. No rambling. No filler. Just real chat that gets you thinking, smiling, and maybe even seeing the world a little differently. Each episode, we'll dive into everyday observations and cover topics relating to business, well-being, careers, and how the world seems to be shifting around us. Thoughtful yet relaxed, it’s the perfect blend of insight and banter to enjoy on your break, commute, or wind-down. Big ideas, small moments, endless conversation...Enjoy!

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  • Creator
    David Bancroft and James Sharples
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © David Bancroft and James Sharples
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    A Quick Brew