Modern Day Issues We Love To Ignore

Leadership can be isolating, with 32% of senior managers reporting frequent loneliness—nearly twice the average.  In this episode, Peter Taylor, Senior Partner at Paris Smith, shares personal experiences of navigating difficult times, embracing vulnerability, and seeking support. Michael Holbrow, Managing Director at Inspired Leadership Solutions, reflects on leading a company in Poland while livi...

Leadership can be isolating—32% of senior managers report feeling lonely, nearly twice the average.  Peter Taylor, Senior Partner at Paris Smith, shares personal challenges, the power of vulnerability, and seeking support. Michael Holbrow, MD at Inspired Leadership Solutions, reflects on leading unexpectedly in Poland while living in a hotel, navigating isolation, and staying connected.  Their adv...

Remote work challenges leaders to maintain connection and engagement. Peter Taylor, Partner at Paris Smith, shares how his firm adapted during the pandemic, fostering a thriving workplace.  Michael Holbrow, MD at Inspired Leadership Solutions, explores "remote leadership syndrome," offering strategies to inspire teams from a distance and create virtual ‘water cooler’ moments.  Together, they addre...

One in five workers feel lonely at work on a typical day, even when surrounded by colleagues. Additionally, almost a quarter (23%) say workplace loneliness has impacted their mental health, according to Mental Health UK.  In this episode, Peter Taylor, Senior Partner at law firm Paris Smith, shares how he has identified loneliness within his workplace, the steps companies can take to raise awarene...

Welcome to the podcast series, "Modern-Day Issues We Love to Ignore." Hosted by Nina Kelly, this series aims to address those tough topics that are often avoided. Each week, Nina will engage in conversations with experts on challenging subjects, bringing these awkward discussions into the open.  The series begins with a focus on loneliness—exploring how to counter its physical and psychological ef...