The Brave

In this episode of The Brave we take a look at the future of inner-city transport through the lens of micromobility, which, if you don't know, refers to the shared electric scooters and bikes popping up in cities around the world. My guest this week is Georgia Yexley, Head of Cities for the UK and Ireland for TIER Mobility, Europe's largest operator of shared e-vehicles. We explore the explosive e...

In this episode of The Brave Podcast, we speak to positioning expert April Dunford about building and positioning better businesses and brands. We discuss how can the explosion of post-COVID start-ups stand out in a saturated market, why is positioning so important when building companies that last and the power of keeping your marketing strategies simple. Links from the Show Find out more about A...

In the UK tech sector, 19% of workers are from a working-class background compared to 33.3% of the nationwide population (2014 Labour Force Survey). In this episode I speak to Jem Henderson, a technology professional, poet and outspoken advocate for diversity and inclusion. "Well, I’m not your standard tech worker. I'm non-binary, I grew up in a council house and I didn't go to Oxford or Cambridge...

With the increasing visibility of private space companies, the safe arrival of the Perseverance rover on Mars, and renewed interest in space exploration, it seems like space is now solidly back in the public imagination. We traditionally associate space innovation with the US, China and Russia, but the UK is at the forefront of the new space economy, with 5.1% share of the global space market and...

What happens when an employee has more followers and social clout than the organisation they work for? It's becoming increasingly common as people carve out "personal brands" - but does this cause friction or create opportunities for the brand they work for? In this episode I speak to Stephen Kenwright, COO and Co-Founder, Rise at Seven. Taking the digital agency scene by storm, Rise at Seven have...

Post-pandemic retailers are facing an existential crisis. Online is quickly becoming the default as physical locations are forced to close. Consumer behaviour is changing as demand shifts to reflect our new reality. How can retailers adapt and thrive under these difficult and ever changing conditions? In this episode we speak to Chris Dee, an experienced retail CEO and NED in the premium and luxur...

In this special episode recorded for York Design Week we explore the impact of social, political and economic turmoil on creativity and artistic movements. We will discuss pivotal moments from history and their impact on creative practices spanning music, culture and visual art. We will also explore how the current pandemic is impacting and affecting the work and practice of artists today. Dr Desm...

Suffering an unexpected and tragic family bereavement forced Sophie to seriously reassess her life and career. In this episode I chat to Sophie about the impact of this period and how she made the leap from a traditional corporate career to pursue her passion. We talk about why fear can be a good thing, managing other people’s expectations about your life and choices and how one person’s decision...

“This place is a message and part of a system of messages. Pay attention to it. Sending this message was important to us. We considered ourselves to be a powerful culture.” In this episode Desmond Clarke and I discuss the challenges of creating messages that are universally translatable by future human and non-human cultures. We explore the challenges of communicating with unknown future societies...

Back in 2012 I lost over 5 stone through adopting a proper exercise routine. I’ve kept it off ever since. In this episode I talk about my fitness journey and how I’ve kept up my motivation and kept on going with my commitment to my health for the past eight years. About The Brave Find out more at bethanvincent.com/thebrave Follow The Brave on Twitter @TheBraveListen Join our newsletter here Contac...

For 1 in 5 of us, procrastinating is something that affects our lives and work daily. Most people seem to experience it frequently. Delaying or putting off starting a task can be a hard habit to break. In this episode we explore why people procrastinate and some of the tips and techniques that can get the ball rolling again. Links From The Episode Procrastination Statistics Why You Procrastinate (...

In this episode we talk money and how to get your financial house in order to better withstand shocks and changes in your income. The big caveat here is that I’m not a financial advisor, but in this episode I do share the strategies I deploy to understand my financial landscape and ensure my money works for me long-term. Links From The Episode Forever Employable - Jeff Gothelf About The Brave Find...

After over a 100 days of working remotely, a lot of us are starting to ask - “is remote the future of work?” In this episode I chat to Darren Murph, Head of Remote at GitLab , the world’s largest all remote organisation. With over 15 years experience working across the remote spectrum, Darren shares his thoughts on how organisations and individuals can make remote work sustainable, productive and...

It’s now clear the the pre-pandemic world is gone. We are unlikely to return to an exact replica as life in the 21st century has undergone a substantial shift. The big question remains - what comes next? In this episode we take a look at what we might expect from the new normal, with a focus on three key areas: Urban unbundling - will cities thrive? The acceleration of the digital economy Prolifer...

Self-improvement doesn’t have to be expensive, contrived or onerous. We are all capable of showing up for ourselves and making small, sustainable changes that support our ambitions and goals. In this episode we talk about how you can about develop a personal toolbox of techniques and strategies that will allow you to identify goals, challenge negative thinking and increase self-motivation through...

In this episode we explore the concept of a mindset - the collection of thoughts, values and beliefs that shape your world view, habits and actions. We discuss the differences between fixed and growth mindsets and ask whether these categories are useful in defining the root cause of someone’s success (or lack of). About The Brave Find out more at bethanvincent.com/thebrave Follow The Brave on Twit...

Over the last nine years, Claire has worked as part of lean innovation and CX teams at top companies including Amazon. Now working as an independent consultant, Claire is passionate about innovation, AI and utilising tech for good. All of these three terms are bandied about in the tech world, often with little context around what they actually mean. In this episode Claire and I explore deeper mean...

Resilience is a concept that can be applied beyond both personal and organisational spheres. Systems and entire sectors can be resilient (or not) which leads us to ask what resilience means within a wider context. In this episode I speak to Sophia Woodley, Design Manager at Golant Innovation and co-author of What is Resilience Anyway: A Review (Arts Council England), a report which seeks to answer...

What are the skills and capabilities that will be required for the jobs of the future? How can you build a meaningful career that is aligned to your interests and strengths? What can you do to unlock career opportunities and develop your yourself professionally? Links Mentioned In The Show Ask A Manager Blog Udemy (Courses) About The Brave Find out more at bethanvincent.com/thebrave Follow The Bra...

In this episode we explore environmental resilience and sustainable lifestyles with guest Charlie Gill. In 2018, sisters Charlie and Trina founded Life Before Plastik , a UK plastic free shop aimed at helping people find plastic free alternatives to everyday items. Throughout the episode we discuss some of the simple switches you can make to plastic free alternatives, why you should bother in the...

This episode explores maintaining positive and harmonious relationships in less-than-ideal living situations. From shared houses and university dorms, to social isolation and living with a partner who has a different lifestyle, I chat to my other half about our experiences adapting to different living situations and creating positive domestic atmospheres. About Des Follow Des on Instagram Find out...

The meaning and source of happiness has been debated for millennia - How do we define it? How do we obtain it? Is it “made” or genetically defined? In this episode we take a look at some of the modern research on happiness and Bethan’s top 5 tips for ensuring our focus remains on the positive. About The Brave Find out more at bethanvincent.com/thebrave Follow The Brave on Twitter @TheBraveListen J...

This is a very special episode, as it a features an interview with my mum recorded on Mother’s Day 2020! Sadly this was done remotely due to UK government advice which asks us all to strictly adhere to social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sue Thurlow (AKA Mum, to me anyway) is an experienced Therapist, Supervisor & Clinical Trustee/Adviser with over 20 years of experience in academi...

With my own personal anxiety around coronavirus on the rise, I wanted to take a step out from the usual The Brave programme to share my own thoughts around how we can remain resilient over the next few months of uncertainty and upheaval. In this episode, I discuss managing your mental health, pulling together as a community and my top tips for working from home and keeping sane indoors. About The...

Careers in the 21st century now consist of multiple employers, job-titles, focuses and industries. For some, the idea of a “ squiggly career ” may seem daunting, however I believe this shift will free people from labels and previous narrow definitions of success. The defining characteristic of your career is now you, but this raises it’s own problems - what does it mean to define “you”in a profess...