How to Thrive

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...

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...

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-...

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 m...

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 th...

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...

"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...

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. Ho...

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...

“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-perfor...

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...

"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 int...

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 Sander...

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...

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...

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...

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-MacMa...

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 Clie...

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...

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....

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 discip...