60 acast.com How to Thrive https://shows.acast.com/how-to-thrive en Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon Human factors,well-being,professional performance,corporate,thrive,legal,veterinary,maximise performance,lawyer,vet,business Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon How to Thrive We're on a mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive. In each episode of How to Thrive, hosts Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, ask a guest to share the skills they deploy in order to thrive in the high-pressure world in which we live. By sharing their lessons and experience, and through the application of the scientific discipline of Human Factors, we hope that you will feel empowered with new, practical ways in which to maximise your performance and your well-being.


Your hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

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]]> We're on a mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive. In each episode of How to Thrive, hosts Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, ask a guest to share the skills they deploy in order to thrive in the high-pressure world in which we live. By sharing their lessons and experience, and through the application of the scientific discipline of Human Factors, we hope that you will feel empowered with new, practical ways in which to maximise your performance and your well-being.


Your hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> true Anthony Zahra info+659c894b69d2da0016b958d7@mg-eu.acast.com 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 how-to-thrive episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/659c894b69d2da0016b958d7/1704824208876-26256be38d62dae3451345934d62bd53.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/how-to-thrive How to Thrive <![CDATA['Nothing changes until it does' - Karen Sheriff, Project RED-D]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:01:00 GMT 54:25 69c452bffe9984dbaeb7e026 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 69c452bffe9984dbaeb7e026 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 nothing-changes-until-it-does-karen-sheriff-project-red-d How to Thrive full 3 6 "Nothing changes until it does. You can create change. You just have to find the hook - and keep creating ripples until they become waves."


This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Karen Sheriff, clinical physiotherapist and Executive Director at Project RED-D - a global initiative tackling one of the most under-recognised syndromes in high performance: Relative Energy Deficiency (RED) in dancers.


Karen's background spans elite rugby, cricket and the performing arts, including eight years at the Royal Ballet School where she grew the healthcare team and built world-class multidisciplinary pathways around athlete health.


It was there that she became a leading voice on RED-S - Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport - and its particular manifestation in dance, ultimately being asked by her seed funders to "change the world" by taking the work global through Project RED-D.


In this episode, Karen explains what RED-S actually is - what happens to the body when it is chronically under-fuelled, why elite athletes and dancers are especially at risk, and the striking parallels with other high-pressure professions, where sleep deprivation and over-working have historically been worn as badges of honour.


More about Karen:

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-sheriff-b27694b4/

Find out more about Red-D: https://red-d.com/


Books mentioned in the episode:

Belonging by Owen Eastwood: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Belonging-Ancient-Togetherness-Owen-Eastwood/dp/1529415063


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Lewis Silkin: https://www.lewissilkin.com


Lewis Silkin is a full-service law firm that works closely with organisations to help protect and enhance what matters most. Whether it's navigating an increasingly complex political and economic landscape or aligning legal strategy with broader business goals, their approach is thoughtful, commercial and deeply human.


Serious expertise delivered in a way that's engaging, practical and genuinely enjoyable to work alongside.


Find out more about their work at www.lewissilkin.com


Lawyers on Demand: https://www.lodlaw.com


Many of our listeners will be all too familiar with the increasing pressure to deliver more value, operate efficiently and bring meaningful insight into their organisations, often all at once. That's exactly where Lawyers on Demand comes in.


Working with in-house legal teams around the world, Lawyers on Demand provides access to world-class flexible legal talent and innovative legal operations solutions. They support teams to build legal functions that are not only efficient but truly strategic, responsive and ready for whatever comes next. And just as importantly, they're also creating opportunities for legal professionals to work in more flexible and fulfilling ways.


You can find out more about their amazing work at www.lawyersondemand.com


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "Nothing changes until it does. You can create change. You just have to find the hook - and keep creating ripples until they become waves."


This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Karen Sheriff, clinical physiotherapist and Executive Director at Project RED-D - a global initiative tackling one of the most under-recognised syndromes in high performance: Relative Energy Deficiency (RED) in dancers.


Karen's background spans elite rugby, cricket and the performing arts, including eight years at the Royal Ballet School where she grew the healthcare team and built world-class multidisciplinary pathways around athlete health.


It was there that she became a leading voice on RED-S - Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport - and its particular manifestation in dance, ultimately being asked by her seed funders to "change the world" by taking the work global through Project RED-D.


In this episode, Karen explains what RED-S actually is - what happens to the body when it is chronically under-fuelled, why elite athletes and dancers are especially at risk, and the striking parallels with other high-pressure professions, where sleep deprivation and over-working have historically been worn as badges of honour.


More about Karen:

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-sheriff-b27694b4/

Find out more about Red-D: https://red-d.com/


Books mentioned in the episode:

Belonging by Owen Eastwood: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Belonging-Ancient-Togetherness-Owen-Eastwood/dp/1529415063


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Lewis Silkin: https://www.lewissilkin.com


Lewis Silkin is a full-service law firm that works closely with organisations to help protect and enhance what matters most. Whether it's navigating an increasingly complex political and economic landscape or aligning legal strategy with broader business goals, their approach is thoughtful, commercial and deeply human.


Serious expertise delivered in a way that's engaging, practical and genuinely enjoyable to work alongside.


Find out more about their work at www.lewissilkin.com


Lawyers on Demand: https://www.lodlaw.com


Many of our listeners will be all too familiar with the increasing pressure to deliver more value, operate efficiently and bring meaningful insight into their organisations, often all at once. That's exactly where Lawyers on Demand comes in.


Working with in-house legal teams around the world, Lawyers on Demand provides access to world-class flexible legal talent and innovative legal operations solutions. They support teams to build legal functions that are not only efficient but truly strategic, responsive and ready for whatever comes next. And just as importantly, they're also creating opportunities for legal professionals to work in more flexible and fulfilling ways.


You can find out more about their amazing work at www.lawyersondemand.com


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Sleep Geek, James Wilson The Sleep Geek, James Wilson Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:01:00 GMT 53:14 69b1996dd308577aad6ef8d7 false https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 69b1996dd308577aad6ef8d7 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 the-sleep-geek-james-wilson How to Thrive full 3 5 "Take the stress out of sleep, and you start to sleep better."


This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by James Wilson, better known as The Sleep Geek, for a myth-busting, no-nonsense conversation about one of the most fundamental pillars of performance and wellbeing: sleep.


James is a sleep expert, keynote speaker and founder of Sleep Unity, whose clients range from Premier League football clubs, to the NHS, the Department of Transport and household names like Mr Kipling and Red Bull. He's also a self-confessed poor sleeper!


At a time when sleep has become yet another thing to optimise, obsess over and feel guilty about, James is on a mission to take the pressure off. He talks about the difference between sleep strugglers and sleep optimisers, why trying harder is often the worst thing you can do, and why the explosion of wearable trackers and sleep influencers may actually be making us sleep worse.


Find out more about James on his website: thesleepgeek.co.uk


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "Take the stress out of sleep, and you start to sleep better."


This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by James Wilson, better known as The Sleep Geek, for a myth-busting, no-nonsense conversation about one of the most fundamental pillars of performance and wellbeing: sleep.


James is a sleep expert, keynote speaker and founder of Sleep Unity, whose clients range from Premier League football clubs, to the NHS, the Department of Transport and household names like Mr Kipling and Red Bull. He's also a self-confessed poor sleeper!


At a time when sleep has become yet another thing to optimise, obsess over and feel guilty about, James is on a mission to take the pressure off. He talks about the difference between sleep strugglers and sleep optimisers, why trying harder is often the worst thing you can do, and why the explosion of wearable trackers and sleep influencers may actually be making us sleep worse.


Find out more about James on his website: thesleepgeek.co.uk


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA['We're not running a race against tech' - Alexander Bell]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT 54:09 699f7a06ed94f5e32668a5de false https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 699f7a06ed94f5e32668a5de 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 were-not-running-a-race-against-tech-alexander-bell How to Thrive full 3 4 We are absolutely delighted to welcome Alexander Bell to the How to Thrive podcast this week (no, not Alexander Graham Bell).


Alexander is a keynote speaker whose expertise sit at the intersection of technology and productivity - specifically, how our relationship with technology impacts our performance, our wellbeing, and the people we care about most.


Having built and sold a Google spin-out agency, he reached a turning point when his then-seven-year-old son Dexter asked for an iPhone for Christmas and turned the tables on him with a question he couldn't answer: "If they're really that bad, why are you and mummy on yours all the time?"


That moment set Alexander on a mission to help professionals and parents build a healthier, more intentional relationship with the technology that dominates their lives.


We cover peak performance, AI note-takers, and Alexander shares his three top tips for thriving.


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> We are absolutely delighted to welcome Alexander Bell to the How to Thrive podcast this week (no, not Alexander Graham Bell).


Alexander is a keynote speaker whose expertise sit at the intersection of technology and productivity - specifically, how our relationship with technology impacts our performance, our wellbeing, and the people we care about most.


Having built and sold a Google spin-out agency, he reached a turning point when his then-seven-year-old son Dexter asked for an iPhone for Christmas and turned the tables on him with a question he couldn't answer: "If they're really that bad, why are you and mummy on yours all the time?"


That moment set Alexander on a mission to help professionals and parents build a healthier, more intentional relationship with the technology that dominates their lives.


We cover peak performance, AI note-takers, and Alexander shares his three top tips for thriving.


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How to be brilliant - Dr Andy Cope How to be brilliant - Dr Andy Cope Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:01:00 GMT 53:22 698c53798dac789ce04125c1 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 698c53798dac789ce04125c1 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 how-to-be-brilliant-dr-andy-cope How to Thrive full 3 3 Our guest this week is wellbeing expert, bestselling author, keynote speaker and “doctor in happiness” - Andy Cope.


Andy really does have a PhD in happiness and after spending just an hour with him, our days already felt brighter.


That ripple effect is a big part of what Andy talks about, how just a few people with positive energy, giving just a few minutes of their time, can make a huge difference at work and at home.


We also discuss mindfulness, the Japanese phrase "ichi-go ichi-e" (for this time only), and noticing the positives.


It was also Andy who introduced us to the concept of the seven-second hug. If you’ve listened to the podcast before, you’ll almost certainly have heard us mention it!


More about Andy:


The Art of Brilliance https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/


The Art of Being Brilliant https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/product/the-art-of-being-brilliant-book-new-edition/


Spy Dog (children’s book) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spy-Dog-Andrew-Cope/dp/0141318848 


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Our guest this week is wellbeing expert, bestselling author, keynote speaker and “doctor in happiness” - Andy Cope.


Andy really does have a PhD in happiness and after spending just an hour with him, our days already felt brighter.


That ripple effect is a big part of what Andy talks about, how just a few people with positive energy, giving just a few minutes of their time, can make a huge difference at work and at home.


We also discuss mindfulness, the Japanese phrase "ichi-go ichi-e" (for this time only), and noticing the positives.


It was also Andy who introduced us to the concept of the seven-second hug. If you’ve listened to the podcast before, you’ll almost certainly have heard us mention it!


More about Andy:


The Art of Brilliance https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/


The Art of Being Brilliant https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/product/the-art-of-being-brilliant-book-new-edition/


Spy Dog (children’s book) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spy-Dog-Andrew-Cope/dp/0141318848 


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> More freaky goats, fewer excellent sheep - Kay Scorah More freaky goats, fewer excellent sheep - Kay Scorah Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:01:00 GMT 44:01 697a39abfbdedf6404285dad false https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 697a39abfbdedf6404285dad 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 more-freaky-goats-fewer-excellent-sheep-kay-scorah How to Thrive full 3 2 "I hear what you say" - it's the biggest lie in the organisational world, according to this week's guest Kay Scorah, who prefers to be introduced as either "a ranty old witch" or "an inappropriate elder."


Kay is a communications expert, coach, and consultant who has had what she describes as "a very eventful 70 years" - from growing up with a suffragette grandmother, to finding herself in a kayak next to a Nobel Prize-winning scientist in Maine.


She joins Claire and Helen to share some truly fascinating concepts, including "excellent sheep” versus "freaky goats" (it’s all about how our experiences shape the way we think), and her work on learning from disease - where she asks organisations to consider what they can learn from how viruses adapt and survive.


Kay also talks about the importance of reverse mentoring, her "Turning the Tables" conference, and the power of listening and noticing.


Find out more about Kay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayscorah/


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "I hear what you say" - it's the biggest lie in the organisational world, according to this week's guest Kay Scorah, who prefers to be introduced as either "a ranty old witch" or "an inappropriate elder."


Kay is a communications expert, coach, and consultant who has had what she describes as "a very eventful 70 years" - from growing up with a suffragette grandmother, to finding herself in a kayak next to a Nobel Prize-winning scientist in Maine.


She joins Claire and Helen to share some truly fascinating concepts, including "excellent sheep” versus "freaky goats" (it’s all about how our experiences shape the way we think), and her work on learning from disease - where she asks organisations to consider what they can learn from how viruses adapt and survive.


Kay also talks about the importance of reverse mentoring, her "Turning the Tables" conference, and the power of listening and noticing.


Find out more about Kay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayscorah/


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/


Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. 


Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.


They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. 


You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.com


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> We’re back! How to Thrive Season 3 We’re back! How to Thrive Season 3 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:01:00 GMT 53:59 6967c945e9172b8320262f2d false https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6967c945e9172b8320262f2d 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 were-back-how-to-thrive-season-3 How to Thrive full 3 1 Welcome to season three of the How to Thrive podcast!


After a break, we’re back - and we’re not wasting any time tackling the question that's probably on everyone's mind in January: how are you really feeling about the new year?


We discuss the pressure we put on ourselves in January, why nature's new year doesn't really start until spring, and how we’re reframing this month as a "warm-up phase" rather than an all-guns-blazing fresh start.


In this episode, we discuss human factors, why wellbeing is a wonderful ‘side-effect’ of having systems that work for people, and why reflection time should be mandatory across all professions.


It’s great to be back!


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to season three of the How to Thrive podcast!


After a break, we’re back - and we’re not wasting any time tackling the question that's probably on everyone's mind in January: how are you really feeling about the new year?


We discuss the pressure we put on ourselves in January, why nature's new year doesn't really start until spring, and how we’re reframing this month as a "warm-up phase" rather than an all-guns-blazing fresh start.


In this episode, we discuss human factors, why wellbeing is a wonderful ‘side-effect’ of having systems that work for people, and why reflection time should be mandatory across all professions.


It’s great to be back!


With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:


JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/


Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.


With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.


Summize: https://www.summize.com/


Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.


Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. 


Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.


How to Thrive events:


Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.


Your How to Thrive hosts:


Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .


Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Season Finale - our review of season two Season Finale - our review of season two Wed, 30 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT 42:43 688a07228118276109daadda false https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 688a07228118276109daadda 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 season-finale-our-review-of-season-two How to Thrive full 2 Season two of the How to Thrive podcast is drawing to a close, so what better time to look back at some of the most memorable and impactful guests we've had on the podcast.


In this episode, Claire and Helen reflect on some of the interviews they've done since September 2024 - pulling out the key learnings.


Claire also reveals that she has made big progress on something she first mentioned she intended to do a few months back.


The How to Thrive podcast is taking a short break for the summer but will be back with more amazing guests and conversations in September.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Season two of the How to Thrive podcast is drawing to a close, so what better time to look back at some of the most memorable and impactful guests we've had on the podcast.


In this episode, Claire and Helen reflect on some of the interviews they've done since September 2024 - pulling out the key learnings.


Claire also reveals that she has made big progress on something she first mentioned she intended to do a few months back.


The How to Thrive podcast is taking a short break for the summer but will be back with more amazing guests and conversations in September.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What does your body know that your brain doesn’t? What does your body know that your brain doesn’t? Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:01:00 GMT 1:14:37 68781f3a81b46e5956f9b8da true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 68781f3a81b46e5956f9b8da 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 what-does-your-body-know-that-your-brain-doesnt How to Thrive full 2 In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by somatic and leadership performance coach (and trainee body psychotherapist) Shaun Brooking to explore the deep connection between our bodies, our emotions and our ability to lead well - in life and at work.


Shaun shares his own experience of burnout, how growing up in a “harder, faster, stronger” culture shaped his body’s response to stress, and what it means to build real resilience by creating safety and resource within ourselves.


He talks about how trauma lives in the body, why rest isn't always restful, and how to retrain our nervous systems for strength, connection and capacity - not just performance.


Shaun also explains how simulation and "somatic reps" can help leaders prepare for challenging moments, why slowing down doesn't mean stepping back, and why thriving starts with listening to what your body is really trying to say.


More about Shaun:

Shaun Brooking Coaching

Be Fully Human


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by somatic and leadership performance coach (and trainee body psychotherapist) Shaun Brooking to explore the deep connection between our bodies, our emotions and our ability to lead well - in life and at work.


Shaun shares his own experience of burnout, how growing up in a “harder, faster, stronger” culture shaped his body’s response to stress, and what it means to build real resilience by creating safety and resource within ourselves.


He talks about how trauma lives in the body, why rest isn't always restful, and how to retrain our nervous systems for strength, connection and capacity - not just performance.


Shaun also explains how simulation and "somatic reps" can help leaders prepare for challenging moments, why slowing down doesn't mean stepping back, and why thriving starts with listening to what your body is really trying to say.


More about Shaun:

Shaun Brooking Coaching

Be Fully Human


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Civility saves lives - Chris Turner Civility saves lives - Chris Turner Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:12:03 GMT 1:04:05 685c90530904b52e469aa588 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 685c90530904b52e469aa588 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 civility-saves-lives-chris-turner How to Thrive full 2 Civility saves lives - you've heard it on the podcast before but in this episode, we meet the man behind the phrase.


Chris Turner is an Emergency Medicine Consultant with the NHS and the Co-Founder of Civility Saves Live, a group of healthcare workers who share the evidence base behind why the best teams respect and value each other, and why this leads to the best outcomes for both staff and patients.


He speaks to Claire and Helen about the monumental events in his life and career that led to him thinking deeply about incivility, and the impact it can have on people's performance.


Chris also talks about why we need to invite people from diverse backgrounds to fill our pool of wisdom, and why saying sorry is a super power.


More about Chris:

Civility Saves Lives

TED Talk - When rudeness in teams turns deadly


Further reading:

Chrstine Porath


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Civility saves lives - you've heard it on the podcast before but in this episode, we meet the man behind the phrase.


Chris Turner is an Emergency Medicine Consultant with the NHS and the Co-Founder of Civility Saves Live, a group of healthcare workers who share the evidence base behind why the best teams respect and value each other, and why this leads to the best outcomes for both staff and patients.


He speaks to Claire and Helen about the monumental events in his life and career that led to him thinking deeply about incivility, and the impact it can have on people's performance.


Chris also talks about why we need to invite people from diverse backgrounds to fill our pool of wisdom, and why saying sorry is a super power.


More about Chris:

Civility Saves Lives

TED Talk - When rudeness in teams turns deadly


Further reading:

Chrstine Porath


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The power of connection: why it matters The power of connection: why it matters Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:36:28 GMT 50:10 684a011144a17fa6a19a960d true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 684a011144a17fa6a19a960d 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 the-power-of-connection How to Thrive full 2 What does it really mean to connect in today's world?


In this episode of the How To Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen explore one of the most fundamental human needs - connection - and how it shapes everything from our personal well-being to our professional success.


We talk about the delicate balance between vulnerability and professionalism, why psychological safety isn't just a buzzword but a business necessity, and how to create a "brave space" for ethical leadership.


We discuss overcoming networking anxiety, the art of maintaining professional boundaries while building genuine friendships with colleagues, and both offer our three top tips for fostering meaningful connections that go beyond your immediate team or community.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What does it really mean to connect in today's world?


In this episode of the How To Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen explore one of the most fundamental human needs - connection - and how it shapes everything from our personal well-being to our professional success.


We talk about the delicate balance between vulnerability and professionalism, why psychological safety isn't just a buzzword but a business necessity, and how to create a "brave space" for ethical leadership.


We discuss overcoming networking anxiety, the art of maintaining professional boundaries while building genuine friendships with colleagues, and both offer our three top tips for fostering meaningful connections that go beyond your immediate team or community.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA['Know yourself' - Emma Roche, The Philosophical Coach]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 23:01:00 GMT 44:40 6837186d998551779fa4fa7c true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6837186d998551779fa4fa7c 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 emma-roche-philosophical-coach How to Thrive full 2 "One of my favourite quotes by Socrates talks about the meaning of life and it's to know oneself."


We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Emma Roche to the How to Thrive podcast this week, a philosophically-informed coach and lawyer who combines 3,000-year-old wisdom with modern coaching practices.


Her approach is fascinating, but you may be wondering where the connection is between ancient philosophy and thriving in today's professional world.


Emma, who helps professionals discover their authentic selves beyond their job titles, explains it perfectly: "It's coaching but with a framework... grounded basically in unveiling who we are."


We discuss the art of Socratic questioning, separating your role from your identity, and Emma reveals why thinking time should be as habitual as exercise.


Find out more about Emma's work: https://www.emma-roche.com/


Books mentioned by Emma in the episode:

"Consolations of Philosophy" by Alain de Botton

"Atomic Habits" by James Clear

"21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari

"Time to Think" by Nancy Kline


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "One of my favourite quotes by Socrates talks about the meaning of life and it's to know oneself."


We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Emma Roche to the How to Thrive podcast this week, a philosophically-informed coach and lawyer who combines 3,000-year-old wisdom with modern coaching practices.


Her approach is fascinating, but you may be wondering where the connection is between ancient philosophy and thriving in today's professional world.


Emma, who helps professionals discover their authentic selves beyond their job titles, explains it perfectly: "It's coaching but with a framework... grounded basically in unveiling who we are."


We discuss the art of Socratic questioning, separating your role from your identity, and Emma reveals why thinking time should be as habitual as exercise.


Find out more about Emma's work: https://www.emma-roche.com/


Books mentioned by Emma in the episode:

"Consolations of Philosophy" by Alain de Botton

"Atomic Habits" by James Clear

"21 Lessons for the 21st Century" by Yuval Noah Harari

"Time to Think" by Nancy Kline


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Be Fully Human - Dr Albert Viljoen Be Fully Human - Dr Albert Viljoen Wed, 14 May 2025 23:01:00 GMT 57:40 682322af75c05d72cf4254e1 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 682322af75c05d72cf4254e1 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 be-fully-human-dr-albert-viljoen How to Thrive full 2 What does it mean to be fully human in a corporate environment?


Our guest this week is Dr Albert Viljoen, Co-Founder of Be Fully Human, a human development consultancy that uses neuroscience-backed strategies to help business leaders optimise and sustain their performance.


He talks brilliantly about tuning into your body, why learning how to have difficult conversations is a bit like building a six pack, and the power of being quiet.


Albert also shares his views on the future of humans in the world of AI, and why he has an optimistic view of that relationship, if we lean into our 'humanness'.


Find out more about Albert's work at Be Fully Human: https://befullyhuman.co/


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What does it mean to be fully human in a corporate environment?


Our guest this week is Dr Albert Viljoen, Co-Founder of Be Fully Human, a human development consultancy that uses neuroscience-backed strategies to help business leaders optimise and sustain their performance.


He talks brilliantly about tuning into your body, why learning how to have difficult conversations is a bit like building a six pack, and the power of being quiet.


Albert also shares his views on the future of humans in the world of AI, and why he has an optimistic view of that relationship, if we lean into our 'humanness'.


Find out more about Albert's work at Be Fully Human: https://befullyhuman.co/


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

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]]> <![CDATA['Have conversations with purpose' - Nigel Taberner, Hostage Negotiator]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT 47:16 6812308df3c711a5d00f9376 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6812308df3c711a5d00f9376 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 nigel-taberner How to Thrive full 2 "Don't have negotiations, have conversations with purpose."


We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Nigel Taberner onto the How to Thrive podcast this week to share his experiences as a hostage negotiator, being thrown into some of the most intense, high pressure situations imaginable.


His stories are incredible, but you may be wondering where the connection is between that and the corporate world.


Nigel, who is now an award-winning public speaker, answers that better than anyone else: "You deal with people. You want to influence people. You want to get them to change their behaviour and do things differently. And so do I."


We discuss the art of listening, using your voice as a tool, and Nigel reveals his three top tips for thriving.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "Don't have negotiations, have conversations with purpose."


We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Nigel Taberner onto the How to Thrive podcast this week to share his experiences as a hostage negotiator, being thrown into some of the most intense, high pressure situations imaginable.


His stories are incredible, but you may be wondering where the connection is between that and the corporate world.


Nigel, who is now an award-winning public speaker, answers that better than anyone else: "You deal with people. You want to influence people. You want to get them to change their behaviour and do things differently. And so do I."


We discuss the art of listening, using your voice as a tool, and Nigel reveals his three top tips for thriving.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The power of listening - and Easter wiffle waffle The power of listening - and Easter wiffle waffle Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:01:00 GMT 39:40 67fd2338629a2f3636b02c19 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67fd2338629a2f3636b02c19 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 the-importance-of-listening How to Thrive full 2 This week on the How to Thrive podcast, we're focusing on listening.


It's crucial to so much of what we do, but how often do we actively listen? It is a theme that has come up in the past on the podcast, so how can we be better listeners and how can that help us thrive at work and at home?


Claire and Helen discuss all of this, as well serving up a healthy dose of Easter wiffle waffle ranging from buffalo to driving lessons and everything in between.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> This week on the How to Thrive podcast, we're focusing on listening.


It's crucial to so much of what we do, but how often do we actively listen? It is a theme that has come up in the past on the podcast, so how can we be better listeners and how can that help us thrive at work and at home?


Claire and Helen discuss all of this, as well serving up a healthy dose of Easter wiffle waffle ranging from buffalo to driving lessons and everything in between.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Dan Stanley - redefining masculinity Dan Stanley - redefining masculinity Wed, 02 Apr 2025 23:10:16 GMT 52:08 67edc3d8506c6c628c3d87ef true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67edc3d8506c6c628c3d87ef 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 dan-stanley-redefining-masculinity How to Thrive full 2 "I ignored the warning signs and paid the price, I went into my head and almost never came out."


That powerful statement from Dan Stanley sets the tone for this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, which aims to shine a light on men's mental wellbeing.


Dan says, despite having built himself a life of material success, he came to the realisation that his success was superficial and says his experience nearly cost him his marriage, his sanity and his life.


He shares his personal journey of awakening to the superficiality of traditional masculinity, discusses the historical context of masculinity, the challenges modern men face, and the importance of peer support and community.


Through his experiences, Dan emphasises the need for men to engage in honest conversations, prioritise self-awareness, and redefine their understanding of masculinity.


He also reveals his top tips on how to thrive.


Dan is the Founder of BetterMen: https://www.better-men.uk/


He has published a book called "Rethinking Masculinity" which you can get a copy of from his website: https://www.better-men.uk/rethinking-masculinity-book


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "I ignored the warning signs and paid the price, I went into my head and almost never came out."


That powerful statement from Dan Stanley sets the tone for this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, which aims to shine a light on men's mental wellbeing.


Dan says, despite having built himself a life of material success, he came to the realisation that his success was superficial and says his experience nearly cost him his marriage, his sanity and his life.


He shares his personal journey of awakening to the superficiality of traditional masculinity, discusses the historical context of masculinity, the challenges modern men face, and the importance of peer support and community.


Through his experiences, Dan emphasises the need for men to engage in honest conversations, prioritise self-awareness, and redefine their understanding of masculinity.


He also reveals his top tips on how to thrive.


Dan is the Founder of BetterMen: https://www.better-men.uk/


He has published a book called "Rethinking Masculinity" which you can get a copy of from his website: https://www.better-men.uk/rethinking-masculinity-book


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Ed Kirwan: Empathy - The wonder drug Ed Kirwan: Empathy - The wonder drug Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT 56:48 67db5a58fe6b19f2d2c77c42 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67db5a58fe6b19f2d2c77c42 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 ed-kirwan-how-to-thrive How to Thrive full 2 "Empathy is the number one most important skill to be able to thrive professionally and personally."


We're absolutely delighted to have Ed Kirwan on the podcast this week, a former teacher turned filmmaker who is on a mission to make all of us see the tangible benefits of being more empathetic.


Ed is the CEO of Empathy Studios, an education and creative studio using the power of film and storytelling to develop the skill of empathy in all. He is also the Founder of Empathy Week, an annual festival that helps develop the skill of empathy in students aged 5-18.


So, why is empathy so important in life and in the workplace? How do we go about being more empathic? And how does all of this help us and the businesses we own or work in thrive?


Find out more about Ed:

Ed Kirwan

Empathy Studios

Empathy Week


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "Empathy is the number one most important skill to be able to thrive professionally and personally."


We're absolutely delighted to have Ed Kirwan on the podcast this week, a former teacher turned filmmaker who is on a mission to make all of us see the tangible benefits of being more empathetic.


Ed is the CEO of Empathy Studios, an education and creative studio using the power of film and storytelling to develop the skill of empathy in all. He is also the Founder of Empathy Week, an annual festival that helps develop the skill of empathy in students aged 5-18.


So, why is empathy so important in life and in the workplace? How do we go about being more empathic? And how does all of this help us and the businesses we own or work in thrive?


Find out more about Ed:

Ed Kirwan

Empathy Studios

Empathy Week


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Breaking the cycle Breaking the cycle Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:01:00 GMT 55:51 67c782663384591a386b5326 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67c782663384591a386b5326 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 the-workplace-taboo-we-need-to-overcome How to Thrive full 2 To mark International Women's Day (March 8th) Claire and Helen sat down for a chat with Amy Martin to talk about a subject that rarely gets a mention in the workplace - menstrual cycles.


As Amy puts it: “We want to move away from the narrative that women are ‘funny’ around their period, but for many of us it’s true. Yet we’re ignoring it in the workplace.”


Amy is on a mission to get us all (men included) talking about how someone's menstrual cycle can affect them at different times, and how businesses are failing to get the best from their teams by ignoring the natural fluctuations people experience in mood and energy.


She talks powerfully about her own struggles with burnout and the power she has gained from getting to know her own menstrual cycle.


Amy is a qualified veterinary nurse, as well as a coach and mentor. You can find her at Ark Referrals, The Point of Care Foundation, and Magnolia Coaching.


Amy's book recommendations mentioned in the episode:

Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer

Uma Dinsmore-Tuli's Yoni Shakti


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> To mark International Women's Day (March 8th) Claire and Helen sat down for a chat with Amy Martin to talk about a subject that rarely gets a mention in the workplace - menstrual cycles.


As Amy puts it: “We want to move away from the narrative that women are ‘funny’ around their period, but for many of us it’s true. Yet we’re ignoring it in the workplace.”


Amy is on a mission to get us all (men included) talking about how someone's menstrual cycle can affect them at different times, and how businesses are failing to get the best from their teams by ignoring the natural fluctuations people experience in mood and energy.


She talks powerfully about her own struggles with burnout and the power she has gained from getting to know her own menstrual cycle.


Amy is a qualified veterinary nurse, as well as a coach and mentor. You can find her at Ark Referrals, The Point of Care Foundation, and Magnolia Coaching.


Amy's book recommendations mentioned in the episode:

Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer

Uma Dinsmore-Tuli's Yoni Shakti


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Robyn Sandilands - going it alone Robyn Sandilands - going it alone Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT 51:31 67b666d25033e3e15a250733 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67b666d25033e3e15a250733 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 robyn-sandilands-going-it-alone How to Thrive full 2 Starting out on your own can feel daunting, even if it's within a profession you're already well-established in.


It can, of course be incredibly exciting and liberating, but there will be challenges too, and often it's the unknown elements that feel the most daunting.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, we talk to Robyn Sandilands about some of those challenges, and how you can best prepare yourself to overcome them.


Robyn doesn't just talk the talk, she walks the walk, having founded the legal consultancy business Sandilands Legal in 2023.


We discuss the strength in saying "I don't understand", why career progression absolutely does not end at 45, and why kindness is the key to good leadership.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Starting out on your own can feel daunting, even if it's within a profession you're already well-established in.


It can, of course be incredibly exciting and liberating, but there will be challenges too, and often it's the unknown elements that feel the most daunting.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, we talk to Robyn Sandilands about some of those challenges, and how you can best prepare yourself to overcome them.


Robyn doesn't just talk the talk, she walks the walk, having founded the legal consultancy business Sandilands Legal in 2023.


We discuss the strength in saying "I don't understand", why career progression absolutely does not end at 45, and why kindness is the key to good leadership.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Petra Velzeboer: 'Bravery feels like fear']]> Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:01:00 GMT 59:51 67a15216d4ac62b7f5bdbdbe true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 67a15216d4ac62b7f5bdbdbe 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 petra-velzeboer How to Thrive full 2 "I was born and raised in a cult. I talk about how cults are like corporates, a lot."


Petra Velzeboer is this week's guest on the How to Thrive podcast and we think we can safely say she has one of the most interesting life journeys we've ever come across. Born and raised in the Children of God cult, she grew up in an unconventional setting, before falling pregnant and deciding to leave.


But that wasn't the end of her story, she has battled addiction, loneliness, had to adjust to a whole new way of living, and is now a hugely successful CEO, keynote speaker, and author.


So how do you thrive in a new world? Claire, Helen and Petra discuss bravery (it "feels like fear"), accepting that "no one is coming to save you", and why many corporates are just like cults.


Find out more about Petra's work on her website. Her new book Digital Wellbeing is out now! Order here


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "I was born and raised in a cult. I talk about how cults are like corporates, a lot."


Petra Velzeboer is this week's guest on the How to Thrive podcast and we think we can safely say she has one of the most interesting life journeys we've ever come across. Born and raised in the Children of God cult, she grew up in an unconventional setting, before falling pregnant and deciding to leave.


But that wasn't the end of her story, she has battled addiction, loneliness, had to adjust to a whole new way of living, and is now a hugely successful CEO, keynote speaker, and author.


So how do you thrive in a new world? Claire, Helen and Petra discuss bravery (it "feels like fear"), accepting that "no one is coming to save you", and why many corporates are just like cults.


Find out more about Petra's work on her website. Her new book Digital Wellbeing is out now! Order here


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai. If you get in touch with them, please do mention How to Thrive, so that they know that it came from one of our wonderful listeners.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Magnus Wood - kindness in the corporate world Magnus Wood - kindness in the corporate world Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:01:00 GMT 50:16 6790df9c7e5a4982475617fc true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6790df9c7e5a4982475617fc 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 magnus-wood-how-to-thrive How to Thrive full 2 'Kindness is about leaving everyone and everything better'.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen talk to Magnus Wood about the role kidness can play in the corporate world. It's not just about being nice to people, in fact, Magnus believes kindness in all its forms can help industries thrive.


So, how do you define kindness? How can it transform corporate environments? And can it really help boost the bottom line?


Magnus also introduces us a to a new word 'numinous' - and catches Claire and Helen slightly off-guard with one of the most left field moments we've seen on the podcast so far!


Magnus is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Kindness Corporation, find out more about their work on their website.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra



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]]> 'Kindness is about leaving everyone and everything better'.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen talk to Magnus Wood about the role kidness can play in the corporate world. It's not just about being nice to people, in fact, Magnus believes kindness in all its forms can help industries thrive.


So, how do you define kindness? How can it transform corporate environments? And can it really help boost the bottom line?


Magnus also introduces us a to a new word 'numinous' - and catches Claire and Helen slightly off-guard with one of the most left field moments we've seen on the podcast so far!


Magnus is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Kindness Corporation, find out more about their work on their website.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra



Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> James Collier - critical thinking and nutrition James Collier - critical thinking and nutrition Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:01:20 GMT 1:07:34 677eb68f172a299f317398f9 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 677eb68f172a299f317398f9 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 james-collier How to Thrive full 2 When it comes to nutrition advice, there's so much information (and mis-information) out there that it's easy to become overwhelmed. That's where today's podcast guest comes in.


James Collier is the Co-Founder of Huel and now an author, with his new book "Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it".


In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen talk to James about how to separate nutrition fact from fiction, the importance of critical thinking and why eating with others is beneficial in some surprising ways.


We also find out James' three top tips for thriving as we start the new year with a bang.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> When it comes to nutrition advice, there's so much information (and mis-information) out there that it's easy to become overwhelmed. That's where today's podcast guest comes in.


James Collier is the Co-Founder of Huel and now an author, with his new book "Well Fed: How modern diets are failing us and what we can do about it".


In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen talk to James about how to separate nutrition fact from fiction, the importance of critical thinking and why eating with others is beneficial in some surprising ways.


We also find out James' three top tips for thriving as we start the new year with a bang.


With thanks to our sponsors Flank, an AI colleague for your in-house legal team. Flank is designed to work like a high performing team member for your legal department. Flank agents are able to instantly handle commercial team requests, eliminate bottlenecks and ensure your legal team operates at the speed your business demands. Flank agents are always on, always accurate and always ready. 


If you'd like to discover more about how Flank can redefine your legal operations, then take a look at getflank.ai.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Jess Harvey - from ballet to banking and beyond Jess Harvey - from ballet to banking and beyond Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:01:40 GMT 45:38 6759bdff859d1b450f04136e true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6759bdff859d1b450f04136e 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 jess-harvey How to Thrive full From promising ballet dancer, to leading compliance in the banking industry, to executive coach, Jess Harvey has seemingly done it all (apart from horse riding - yet!)


In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen find out more about Jess' incredible career and how she successfully shifted from long days in the city, to coaching talent from all walks of life.


They discuss trusting your inner compass, why training isn't always the answer, and being human. We also hear Jess' three top tips on how to thrive.


Find out more about the work Jess does on her website and the incredible Female Mentoring Alliance.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> From promising ballet dancer, to leading compliance in the banking industry, to executive coach, Jess Harvey has seemingly done it all (apart from horse riding - yet!)


In this episode of the How to Thrive Podcast, Claire and Helen find out more about Jess' incredible career and how she successfully shifted from long days in the city, to coaching talent from all walks of life.


They discuss trusting your inner compass, why training isn't always the answer, and being human. We also hear Jess' three top tips on how to thrive.


Find out more about the work Jess does on her website and the incredible Female Mentoring Alliance.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[When I say: "Civility" - You say: "Saves lives"]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:01:41 GMT 32:15 673dcafdbdb218209181ae52 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 673dcafdbdb218209181ae52 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 when-i-say-civility-you-say-saves-lives How to Thrive full 2 What does it take to create a positive ripple effect? This week on the How to Thrive podcast, we reflect on our recent How to Thrive Vet event, where speakers inspired audiences with practical insights on resilience, leadership, and positivity.


Claire and Helen discuss the "Doctor of Happiness" Andy Cope, who shared lessons on creating "to-be" lists instead of "to-do" lists, as well as the seven-second hug!


They also recap key takeaways from Dr Paul Horwood’s talk on the future of leadership, including catchphrases like "ethics is not a county outside London" and "don't recruit a team of minions".


And Helen shares insights from her own session on civility in the workplace, and how simple acts of kindness and respect can transform workplace culture, reduce stress, and ultimately improve outcomes.


Test you bias online:

Here's a link to the website Helen mentions during the episode: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What does it take to create a positive ripple effect? This week on the How to Thrive podcast, we reflect on our recent How to Thrive Vet event, where speakers inspired audiences with practical insights on resilience, leadership, and positivity.


Claire and Helen discuss the "Doctor of Happiness" Andy Cope, who shared lessons on creating "to-be" lists instead of "to-do" lists, as well as the seven-second hug!


They also recap key takeaways from Dr Paul Horwood’s talk on the future of leadership, including catchphrases like "ethics is not a county outside London" and "don't recruit a team of minions".


And Helen shares insights from her own session on civility in the workplace, and how simple acts of kindness and respect can transform workplace culture, reduce stress, and ultimately improve outcomes.


Test you bias online:

Here's a link to the website Helen mentions during the episode: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> High performance routines, Dr Rob Archer High performance routines, Dr Rob Archer Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:01:31 GMT 1:04:04 6725f17e06d11a0e53934e58 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6725f17e06d11a0e53934e58 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 high-performance-routines-dr-rob-archer How to Thrive - Psychology full 2 How many of us recognise this routine: Get up in the morning, try to perform as hard as we possibly can, for as long as can, and then go to bed? Sometimes it feels like the right thing to do, or even the only thing we can do. But deep down we know it is not particularly efficient.


Dr Rob Archer is a chartered psychologist who specialises in helping teams and individuals build resilience, improve mental health and sustain high performance. In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, he argues that what we actually need to do is think about the times of focus and how we prepare ourselves for those and then recover afterwards, so we can maintain performance levels.


Rob, Claire and Helen discuss the best ways to maintain motivation and effectiveness over the long haul without burning out. They look at practical strategies for setting realistic goals, managing energy levels, and creating a balanced approach to work that promotes both productivity and well-being. In short, how to thrive!


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How many of us recognise this routine: Get up in the morning, try to perform as hard as we possibly can, for as long as can, and then go to bed? Sometimes it feels like the right thing to do, or even the only thing we can do. But deep down we know it is not particularly efficient.


Dr Rob Archer is a chartered psychologist who specialises in helping teams and individuals build resilience, improve mental health and sustain high performance. In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, he argues that what we actually need to do is think about the times of focus and how we prepare ourselves for those and then recover afterwards, so we can maintain performance levels.


Rob, Claire and Helen discuss the best ways to maintain motivation and effectiveness over the long haul without burning out. They look at practical strategies for setting realistic goals, managing energy levels, and creating a balanced approach to work that promotes both productivity and well-being. In short, how to thrive!


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Practising resilience, empathy and civility Practising resilience, empathy and civility Wed, 16 Oct 2024 23:01:29 GMT 47:51 671026a74872694417fc2bef true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 671026a74872694417fc2bef 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 resilience-empathy-civility How to Thrive full 2 How do you practise resilience in the face of personal and professional stress? How do you make sure you are being as kind as possible to yourself and others?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen discuss how life's unexpected difficulties often demand resilience, and how that's sometimes easier said than done, even when we’re teaching it to others.


They also delve into the topic of civility - why it's important and how it can save lives.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How do you practise resilience in the face of personal and professional stress? How do you make sure you are being as kind as possible to yourself and others?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen discuss how life's unexpected difficulties often demand resilience, and how that's sometimes easier said than done, even when we’re teaching it to others.


They also delve into the topic of civility - why it's important and how it can save lives.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Humanising rules, Christian Hunt Humanising rules, Christian Hunt Wed, 02 Oct 2024 23:01:42 GMT 1:07:56 66fd393d687515ec94255bd9 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 66fd393d687515ec94255bd9 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 humanising-rules-christian-hunt How to Thrive - Leadership full 2 How many times have you whizzed through an online training course at work, only to instantly forget everything it was supposed to be teaching you? How many times have you been tested on a company policy that has next to no impact on your day-to-day role?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen meet Christian Hunt, a man who is on a mission to change all of that.


Through his company Human Risk Ltd he is trying to make the workplace a little more human, and help employees thrive.


Part of that is removing unnecessary training, which he says can have a really detrimental effect on the employee-employer relationship, and could be counter-productive when it comes to compliance.


Check out Christian's book Humanizing Rules.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How many times have you whizzed through an online training course at work, only to instantly forget everything it was supposed to be teaching you? How many times have you been tested on a company policy that has next to no impact on your day-to-day role?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen meet Christian Hunt, a man who is on a mission to change all of that.


Through his company Human Risk Ltd he is trying to make the workplace a little more human, and help employees thrive.


Part of that is removing unnecessary training, which he says can have a really detrimental effect on the employee-employer relationship, and could be counter-productive when it comes to compliance.


Check out Christian's book Humanizing Rules.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Go! Jodi Goldman 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Go! Jodi Goldman Wed, 18 Sep 2024 23:01:25 GMT 56:51 66eb3ca5ac1794db1116c566 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 66eb3ca5ac1794db1116c566 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 5-4-3-2-1-go-jodi-goldman How to Thrive full 2 "If you avoid doing something you're afraid of, you're telling your unconscious that it's dangerous, which then creates a pattern of fear."


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen meet Jodi Goldman, a personal impact specialist who packs a punch.


Jodi is all about helping women "own the room with magnetic confidence, assertive communication skills and a powerful personal brand".


She discusses the power of the five second rule, why she believes it's important to recognise men and women as equal but different, and the role how we dress can play in how we perceive ourselves.


5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - let's go!


How to Thrive events:

Jodi is appearing at the Thrive Legal Community Meet-up in London on September 26th. Click here to become a Thrive Legal Community Member and attend the event.

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> "If you avoid doing something you're afraid of, you're telling your unconscious that it's dangerous, which then creates a pattern of fear."


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen meet Jodi Goldman, a personal impact specialist who packs a punch.


Jodi is all about helping women "own the room with magnetic confidence, assertive communication skills and a powerful personal brand".


She discusses the power of the five second rule, why she believes it's important to recognise men and women as equal but different, and the role how we dress can play in how we perceive ourselves.


5, 4, 3, 2, 1 - let's go!


How to Thrive events:

Jodi is appearing at the Thrive Legal Community Meet-up in London on September 26th. Click here to become a Thrive Legal Community Member and attend the event.

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Pause, control and listen Pause, control and listen Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:01:57 GMT 38:23 66d6d9b662cc889574c68e6a true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 66d6d9b662cc889574c68e6a 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 pause-control-and-listen How to Thrive - Leadership full 2 We're back after the summer break and feeling energised for the year ahead!


In this episode, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen chat about the taking time to reflect on what will make their business thrive (and what will not), the importance of perspective, and recognising your strengths.


They also discuss exam results, prancing ponies, and how a donkey made a good point about assertiveness.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> We're back after the summer break and feeling energised for the year ahead!


In this episode, co-hosts and sisters Claire and Helen chat about the taking time to reflect on what will make their business thrive (and what will not), the importance of perspective, and recognising your strengths.


They also discuss exam results, prancing ponies, and how a donkey made a good point about assertiveness.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov


Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Understanding Gen Z, Chrissie Wolfe Understanding Gen Z, Chrissie Wolfe Wed, 26 Jun 2024 23:01:47 GMT 47:54 667964ecc7971cc9bf759998 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 667964ecc7971cc9bf759998 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 chrissie-wolfe How to Thrive - Leadership full 1 What impact will Gen Z have on the legal profession of the future?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, meet Chrissie Wolfe, a Global Medical & Cosmetic Injury Lawyer, who has built up a huge social media following providing mentorship to the next generation of lawyers.


We discuss the different expectations Gen Z have for their work environment and their careers, and how that could, and possibly should, lead to big changes in the legal profession.


We also talk about the opportunities and pitfalls of social media, and how best to navigate the online world.


Find out more about Chrissie Wolfe:

On LinkedIn

Through her YouTube Channel

Instagram

TikTok


How to Thrive - November event:

Join us for a day of workshops and connection designed to help veterinary leaders thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What impact will Gen Z have on the legal profession of the future?


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, meet Chrissie Wolfe, a Global Medical & Cosmetic Injury Lawyer, who has built up a huge social media following providing mentorship to the next generation of lawyers.


We discuss the different expectations Gen Z have for their work environment and their careers, and how that could, and possibly should, lead to big changes in the legal profession.


We also talk about the opportunities and pitfalls of social media, and how best to navigate the online world.


Find out more about Chrissie Wolfe:

On LinkedIn

Through her YouTube Channel

Instagram

TikTok


How to Thrive - November event:

Join us for a day of workshops and connection designed to help veterinary leaders thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> Horse-led coaching, Julia Jones Horse-led coaching, Julia Jones Wed, 12 Jun 2024 23:01:26 GMT 47:44 666a22bf2868cb001118e656 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 666a22bf2868cb001118e656 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 julia-jones How to Thrive - Psychology full 1 “Julia, I am just wondering, who do you ask for support when you need it?” This is the question that set Julia Jones on her journey to becoming a leader in experiential horse-led learning.


Her business, Altezza People, helps teams develop, grow and overcome obstacles by removing them from the office and getting them to interact with horses.


With a vast amount of experience in managing high-performance teams and creating development programmes, Julia says the experience can help people become more self-aware, learn how to modify their behaviour, and how to become more emotionally intelligent. 


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, learn more about Julia's emotional introduction to the concept, how horse-led learning actually works, and they get Julia's three top tips for thriving.


How to Thrive - November event:

Join us for a day of workshops and connection designed to help veterinary leaders thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> “Julia, I am just wondering, who do you ask for support when you need it?” This is the question that set Julia Jones on her journey to becoming a leader in experiential horse-led learning.


Her business, Altezza People, helps teams develop, grow and overcome obstacles by removing them from the office and getting them to interact with horses.


With a vast amount of experience in managing high-performance teams and creating development programmes, Julia says the experience can help people become more self-aware, learn how to modify their behaviour, and how to become more emotionally intelligent. 


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, learn more about Julia's emotional introduction to the concept, how horse-led learning actually works, and they get Julia's three top tips for thriving.


How to Thrive - November event:

Join us for a day of workshops and connection designed to help veterinary leaders thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How to take a break - Caitlin Rozario How to take a break - Caitlin Rozario Thu, 30 May 2024 00:03:49 GMT 53:27 6657c26564696e0012691489 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 6657c26564696e0012691489 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 caitlin-rozario How to Thrive - Productivity full 1 We all want to be more productive, but are we going about it the right way?


Working longer hours, filling our schedules with back-to-back meetings, and ploughing on through lunch might feel like we're doing more, but there is good evidence that actually taking a break can lead to us being more productive.


Caitlin Rozario is an expert in this field. Built on a foundation of her personal experience with an allergic reaction that left her temporarily blind, she went on to launch Interlude, the anti-toxic productivity bootcamp.


The whole ethos is helping ambitious teams make productivity more sustainable and less toxic.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, cover the benefits of micro-breaks, the "logic defying" billable hour, and Caitlin gives her three top tips on how to thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> We all want to be more productive, but are we going about it the right way?


Working longer hours, filling our schedules with back-to-back meetings, and ploughing on through lunch might feel like we're doing more, but there is good evidence that actually taking a break can lead to us being more productive.


Caitlin Rozario is an expert in this field. Built on a foundation of her personal experience with an allergic reaction that left her temporarily blind, she went on to launch Interlude, the anti-toxic productivity bootcamp.


The whole ethos is helping ambitious teams make productivity more sustainable and less toxic.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, cover the benefits of micro-breaks, the "logic defying" billable hour, and Caitlin gives her three top tips on how to thrive.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Creating a Company Culture - Manu Kanwar Creating a Company Culture - Manu Kanwar Wed, 15 May 2024 23:01:31 GMT 57:48 66453c41b6220600126d3546 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 66453c41b6220600126d3546 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 manu-kanwar How to Thrive - Leadership full 1 "Every company has a culture, whether you intentionally design it and live it or not, but it's very important to make sure that everybody understands what it means to them and how you measure it."


How many of us have worked somewhere that claims to have a good culture and great values, only to find the reality doesn't live up to the ambition? Manu Kanwar puts a huge value on the work that goes into creating a great company culture.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, delve into Manu's ideas about creating and maintaining a great culture, the importance of measurement, and why the legal profession seems to struggle so much in this area.


They also talk emotional intelligence, purposeful alignment, and meditation!


Join our Thrive Legal Launch Event.


Join us in London on May 22nd to celebrate the official launch of the Thrive Legal Community with drinks, nibbles and a live masterclass run by former combat helicopter pilot, Sarah Furness.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> "Every company has a culture, whether you intentionally design it and live it or not, but it's very important to make sure that everybody understands what it means to them and how you measure it."


How many of us have worked somewhere that claims to have a good culture and great values, only to find the reality doesn't live up to the ambition? Manu Kanwar puts a huge value on the work that goes into creating a great company culture.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, delve into Manu's ideas about creating and maintaining a great culture, the importance of measurement, and why the legal profession seems to struggle so much in this area.


They also talk emotional intelligence, purposeful alignment, and meditation!


Join our Thrive Legal Launch Event.


Join us in London on May 22nd to celebrate the official launch of the Thrive Legal Community with drinks, nibbles and a live masterclass run by former combat helicopter pilot, Sarah Furness.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Unnatural Networker - Charlie Lawson The Unnatural Networker - Charlie Lawson Wed, 01 May 2024 23:01:25 GMT 52:50 66316825f1e6060013a12043 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 66316825f1e6060013a12043 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 charlie-lawson How to Thrive - Psychology full 1 It may seem odd, but Charlie Lawson, an expert in networking, does not enjoy networking at all. In fact, he describes himself as an "unnatural networker".


And in many ways, that is Charlie's strength; he helps other unnatural networkers, by coming from the same starting point they do, a complete dislike of networking.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, probe Charlie on how he overcomes his dislike of networking events, how he has made a career out of helping others, and get some top tips on how to get the most out of networking situations.


Charlie has two books available to buy: The Unnatural Networker and The Unnatural Promoter.


Join our Thrive Legal Launch Event.


Join us in London on May 22nd to celebrate the official launch of the Thrive Legal Community with drinks, nibbles and a live masterclass run by former combat helicopter pilot, Sarah Furness.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> It may seem odd, but Charlie Lawson, an expert in networking, does not enjoy networking at all. In fact, he describes himself as an "unnatural networker".


And in many ways, that is Charlie's strength; he helps other unnatural networkers, by coming from the same starting point they do, a complete dislike of networking.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, probe Charlie on how he overcomes his dislike of networking events, how he has made a career out of helping others, and get some top tips on how to get the most out of networking situations.


Charlie has two books available to buy: The Unnatural Networker and The Unnatural Promoter.


Join our Thrive Legal Launch Event.


Join us in London on May 22nd to celebrate the official launch of the Thrive Legal Community with drinks, nibbles and a live masterclass run by former combat helicopter pilot, Sarah Furness.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Physical Fitness and Professional Resilience - Natalie Connor Physical Fitness and Professional Resilience - Natalie Connor Wed, 17 Apr 2024 23:01:08 GMT 49:03 662046731f8ea70012e14ec5 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 662046731f8ea70012e14ec5 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 natalie-connor How to Thrive - Resilience full 1 The link between being physically healthy and resilience in the workplace might not seem like a particularly clear one, but so much of what we do to our bodies can affect how we perform in a professional environment.


Natalie Connor is a former barrister turned wellness founder, who helps professionals perform at their peak through exercise, nutrition and mindfulness.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, discuss Natalie's methods and learn more about the link between professional and physical resilience.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> The link between being physically healthy and resilience in the workplace might not seem like a particularly clear one, but so much of what we do to our bodies can affect how we perform in a professional environment.


Natalie Connor is a former barrister turned wellness founder, who helps professionals perform at their peak through exercise, nutrition and mindfulness.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, discuss Natalie's methods and learn more about the link between professional and physical resilience.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Mollie Pearse, Head of Marketing Meta EMEA Mollie Pearse, Head of Marketing Meta EMEA Wed, 03 Apr 2024 23:01:37 GMT 1:00:51 660da0f7088d51001534ddce true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 660da0f7088d51001534ddce 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 mollie-pearse How to Thrive - Leadership full 1 Mollie Pearse is a woman of many talents. She has a hugely successful career, rising to Head of Marketing at Meta for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. She is also an endurance athlete, pushing her body and mind to their limits.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, explore Mollie's passions to find out what drives her, both in the office and on the track. And they explore the relationship between sport and work - can you learn from each to thrive at both?


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> Mollie Pearse is a woman of many talents. She has a hugely successful career, rising to Head of Marketing at Meta for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. She is also an endurance athlete, pushing her body and mind to their limits.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, explore Mollie's passions to find out what drives her, both in the office and on the track. And they explore the relationship between sport and work - can you learn from each to thrive at both?


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Paul Horwood, The Leadership Vet Paul Horwood, The Leadership Vet Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:01:44 GMT 57:09 65fa1e50b5ab8d00171ef388 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 65fa1e50b5ab8d00171ef388 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 paul-horwood How to Thrive - Leadership full 1 He may be a successful vet, but people are at the heart of everything Paul Horwood does. Whether it is decision-making under pressure, creating positive and productive work environments, or effective communication, Paul says people are always the common denominator.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, explore Paul's ideas and find the links between his veterinary work, the legal profession and many other high-pressure work environments.


Paul Horwood has had a fascinating career. He is a Veterinary Surgeon, former British Military Officer, and Co-Founder of Sandstone Communications. He also has his own podcast. Check out Because I Can.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> He may be a successful vet, but people are at the heart of everything Paul Horwood does. Whether it is decision-making under pressure, creating positive and productive work environments, or effective communication, Paul says people are always the common denominator.


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, explore Paul's ideas and find the links between his veterinary work, the legal profession and many other high-pressure work environments.


Paul Horwood has had a fascinating career. He is a Veterinary Surgeon, former British Military Officer, and Co-Founder of Sandstone Communications. He also has his own podcast. Check out Because I Can.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Thriving Under Pressure - Sarah Furness Thriving Under Pressure - Sarah Furness Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:01:42 GMT 45:17 65e7212427918e00161f93e5 true https://www.being-human.co.uk/ 65e7212427918e00161f93e5 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 thriving-under-pressure-sarah-furness How to Thrive - Psychology full 1 Mindfulness is a well-known tool for handling high-pressure situations, but when the going gets really tough, putting the theory into practice can become more of a challenge. Sarah Furness is a former combat pilot, who uses mindfulness techniques to help leaders perform and thrive "under fire".


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon learn all about Sarah's remarkable career, her journey through the military and beyond, and how mindfulness can help people thrive not just survive in high-pressure situations.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

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]]> Mindfulness is a well-known tool for handling high-pressure situations, but when the going gets really tough, putting the theory into practice can become more of a challenge. Sarah Furness is a former combat pilot, who uses mindfulness techniques to help leaders perform and thrive "under fire".


In this episode of the How to Thrive podcast, co-hosts and sisters Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon learn all about Sarah's remarkable career, her journey through the military and beyond, and how mindfulness can help people thrive not just survive in high-pressure situations.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> How to Thrive in a Liminal Space - Ian Rodwell How to Thrive in a Liminal Space - Ian Rodwell Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:01:51 GMT 46:49 65d67c7b42e0100016ccdcc0 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 65d67c7b42e0100016ccdcc0 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 liminal-space How to Thrive - Psychology full 1 What is a liminal space? What impact does liminality, both metaphorical and physical, have on our wellbeing? Is it possible to learn how to thrive in a liminal space? These are some of the questions co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, seek the answers to in this episode of the How to Thrive podcast.


Their guide through this fascinating topic is Ian Rodwell, Head of Client Knowledge and Learning at the leading global law firm, Linklaters LLP, who is currently conducting doctoral research on the role of liminal spaces in organisational storytelling. Find out more about Ian's work on his website.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> What is a liminal space? What impact does liminality, both metaphorical and physical, have on our wellbeing? Is it possible to learn how to thrive in a liminal space? These are some of the questions co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, seek the answers to in this episode of the How to Thrive podcast.


Their guide through this fascinating topic is Ian Rodwell, Head of Client Knowledge and Learning at the leading global law firm, Linklaters LLP, who is currently conducting doctoral research on the role of liminal spaces in organisational storytelling. Find out more about Ian's work on his website.


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Victoria Smith Murphy, Knowing Beyond the Brain Victoria Smith Murphy, Knowing Beyond the Brain Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:01:28 GMT 54:21 65c2b72e94623a0016188afc true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 65c2b72e94623a0016188afc 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 victoria-smith-murphy How to Thrive - Psychology full 1 Victoria Smith Murphy is a Corporate Coach, but with a difference. She helps senior leaders in the corporate world lead in a way that is authentic to them and gives them meaning in their lives. Co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, continue their mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive, by discussing some of Victoria's ideas, many of which you may not have come across before, or may have dismissed as being "a bit woo-woo".


Victoria talks about transpersonal psychology, the power of knowing beyond the brain, and Claire and Helen have their tarot cards read!


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Victoria Smith Murphy is a Corporate Coach, but with a difference. She helps senior leaders in the corporate world lead in a way that is authentic to them and gives them meaning in their lives. Co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, continue their mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive, by discussing some of Victoria's ideas, many of which you may not have come across before, or may have dismissed as being "a bit woo-woo".


Victoria talks about transpersonal psychology, the power of knowing beyond the brain, and Claire and Helen have their tarot cards read!


How to Thrive events:

Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.

​Visit our website to find out more.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Laura Ann-Moore, The Money Mindset Expert Laura Ann-Moore, The Money Mindset Expert Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:01:46 GMT 1:00:40 65ae698fabc85d0016278aa3 true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 65ae698fabc85d0016278aa3 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 laura-ann-moore How to Thrive - Money full 1 Is your relationship with money preventing you from living the life you want to live? Co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, continue their mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive, by meeting the incredible Laura Ann-Moore. Laura is a Money Mindset Expert and Certified Financial Coach, teaching people about finances in a fun, jargon-free, judgement-free way. She's also a hugely successful podcast host - check out the Mind Money Soul podcast.


The conversation covers financial wellbeing as a pillar of resilience, how emotions affect our spending, and Laura's top tips on how to thrive financially and personally.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Is your relationship with money preventing you from living the life you want to live? Co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, continue their mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive, by meeting the incredible Laura Ann-Moore. Laura is a Money Mindset Expert and Certified Financial Coach, teaching people about finances in a fun, jargon-free, judgement-free way. She's also a hugely successful podcast host - check out the Mind Money Soul podcast.


The conversation covers financial wellbeing as a pillar of resilience, how emotions affect our spending, and Laura's top tips on how to thrive financially and personally.


Your How to Thrive hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to How to Thrive Welcome to How to Thrive Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:09:46 GMT 38:41 659db77a3f69070017f5202a true https://www.thrive-legal.co.uk/ 659db77a3f69070017f5202a 659c894b69d2da0016b958d7 welcome-to-how-to-thrive Meet Claire and Helen full Welcome to How to Thrive - the podcast that's on a mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive. In this first episode co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, sit down to discuss what drives them to effect change in the workplace and to introduce some of the topics that they will discuss with guests in future episodes. The conversation covers the scientific discipline of Human Factors, civility in a professional setting, and how we define high performance.


Your hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to How to Thrive - the podcast that's on a mission to help professionals thrive, not just survive. In this first episode co-hosts and sisters, Claire Sanders and Helen Silver-MacMahon, sit down to discuss what drives them to effect change in the workplace and to introduce some of the topics that they will discuss with guests in future episodes. The conversation covers the scientific discipline of Human Factors, civility in a professional setting, and how we define high performance.


Your hosts:

Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.

Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.


Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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