The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, where we delve deep into the world of self-awareness and understanding the dynamics of human interaction. In this episode, our host Nia Thomas is joined by Daniel Astarita, the managing director of Kesslers, London, a renowned name in the retail design industry. Together, they explore the challenges and successes of leadership, self-awareness, an...

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, where we delve into the complexities of self-awareness and leadership. In this episode, Nia Thomas is joined by the insightful Vicky Brockley as they explore the challenges of self-awareness in senior leaders and the importance of having a self-aware team. Vicky Brockley has a 30-year background in manufacturing, where she has taken on various le...

 In today's episode, host Nia Thomas is joined by Kristen Lisanti, a seasoned coach with over 25 years of experience in leadership roles. Kristen has had a wonderful career marked by change. She began in marketing and communications, focusing on social awareness and public education campaigns for causes close to her heart. After feeling removed from the people she was serving, she made a chan...

Welcome to a new episode of The Knowing Self, Knowing Others Podcast.  In today's episode, our host Nia Thomas is joined by Gabriella Braun, the director of Working Well and a senior consultant with over 20 years of experience in applying psychoanalysis and systems theory in the workplace.  Gabriella is also the author of "All That We Are", a book that delves into the hidden truths...

Welcome back to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In this episode, Nia Thomas is joined by the insightful Lynn Turner, a healthcare leader with 39 years of experience in the NHS.  Lynn dives deep into the historical and evolving leadership approaches within the NHS, emphasizing the vital role of self-awareness in healthcare leadership. Together, Nia and Lynn explore the impact of language,...

 In this episode,  Nia Thomas talks to Steve Barker, a Royal Air Force veteran with over 26 years of experience. Steve served in various postings around the world, including Cyprus, Germany, Gibraltar, and Italy. After the end of the Cold War, his tour in Germany came to an end, and he transitioned into a role as an adult instructor. Eventually, he was selected to become a basic recruiting instruc...

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast. In today's episode, our host Nia Thomas speaks with the insightful Serena Low, an introverted and trauma-informed coach, to delve into the world of self-aware leadership. Serena is a therapist and coach who focuses on a holistic approach to mental health and personal development. She believes that traditional talk therapy and coaching often...

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In this episode, our host Nia Thomas engages in a captivating conversation with the insightful Anna Zannides. Anna's life took an unexpected turn in her fifties when her marriage of 30 years ended and she was made redundant from her career. She had to sell her home and face the reality that life doesn't always go as planned. Despite the...

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, where we explore the depths of self-aware leadership with experts and thought leaders in the field. In this episode, we are joined by Andrew Bryant.  Andrew is the founder of Self Leadership International and is known for being the world's leading expert on self leadership. His books, including "Self Leadership, How to Become a More Suc...

In this episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, host Nia Thomas welcomes special guest Reiner Kraft,  In the past ten years, Reiner embarked on a journey of mindfulness, starting with a focus on awareness. As a stressed tech worker in Silicon Valley, he experienced mental exhaustion and sought relief through mindfulness-based stress reduction classes. Through these practices, he discov...

In this episode, we are joined by Linda Crockett, the founder of the Canadian Institute of Workplace Bullying Resources.  Her journey to success was not without challenges. After experiencing workplace bullying, Linda, with her extensive background in social work, found herself confused and very unwell. Determined to understand what was happening to her, Linda did her own research and discovered w...

In this episode,  host Nia Thomas interviews renowned author and leadership expert, Robert Jordan. They delve into the topic of leadership styles and how self-awareness plays a crucial role in effective leadership. Robert shares insights from his book Right Leader Right Time, on leadership styles, where he interviewed various leaders and organizational psychologists. They discuss the challenges an...

Welcome back to another episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Jamie Milam, a passionate advocate for acknowledging and validating emotions, especially for women navigating professional spaces. Jamie shares invaluable insights on the importance of recognizing that conflicting emotions can coexist and be valid. They guide us towa...

Welcome to another episode of The Knowing Self, Knowing Others podcast! In this episode, our host Nia Thomas sits down with Domenico Pinto, a work futurist and organizational culture transformation expert. Domenico is joining us all the way from the beautiful island of Madeira in Portugal. As the founder and chief shifter of the Great Shift, Domenico shares his unique perspective on leadership and...

Welcome, listeners, to another exciting episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting the incredible Morag Barrett. Together, we delve into the crucial conversation surrounding allyship and ally-mindset.  We also discuss bullying, exploring its complex nature and the impact it has on individuals and organisations.  Morag shares insight...

Welcome to another episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others podcast! In today's episode, we are joined by, Andrew Sewell, a leadership coach and the author of "The Overthinker's Guide to Life".  Andrew's expertise lies in 'overthinking', a topic that we frequently discuss on this podcast in relation to self-awareness. Today, we delve deeper into the question of...

Welcome back to another episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with the insightful and experienced Ian Hatton. Ian started his career in mainframe computer operations before moving into networking. He quickly rose to a management position and was involved in various rollouts. However, it was the people side of the job that trul...

In today's episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, we are joined by Amy Zhang, the founder of Command Shift. Amy shares her journey from targeting startup and tech companies to now focusing on smaller owner-led companies that prioritize employee culture and development. She discusses the importance of taking a people-centric approach to operations and highlights the challenges fac...

In this episode of The Knowing Self, Knowing Others podcast, host Nia Thomas interviews guest Steph Tuss, CEO of Life Is Now , a global consulting firm. Steph shares her unique journey towards becoming a business and leadership expert. Initially, Steph worked as a public school elementary teacher but soon realised she wanted to make a bigger impact. A significant life event involving her sick chil...

In this episode, we welcome Stephen Shedletzky, a trainer and speaker who has worked closely with the renowned Simon Sinek. Shed, as he is affectionately known, shares his journey of how he found himself on the path to writing his own book, 'Speak Up Culture'. Shed delves into the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's limitations in leadership. Shed provides valuable...

In today's episode, our host Nia Thomas is in conversation with the insightful and thought-provoking Kyle McDowell. Together, they explore the fascinating topic of self-awareness and its impact on leadership in organisations. From the importance of curiosity and empathy to the challenges faced in larger organisations, Kyle shares his wisdom and experiences to shed light on this crucial aspect...

Are you ready to uncover your hidden leadership potential? Join us as we explore the world of quietly powerful leaders with Megumi Miki, a speaker, consultant, and author on leadership and culture. Megumi introduces us to the concept of quietly powerful leadership, which transcends introversion and includes various leadership styles, cultural backgrounds, and social anxieties. Discover the importa...

In today's episode,  Nia Thomas is joined by special guest Alison Reynolds to dive into the fascinating world of data-driven decision-making, the importance of self-awareness in leadership, and the complexities of personality profiling tools like Myers Briggs. As they explore these topics, they'll discuss the role of organisation development (OD) in creating holistic approaches to talent...

On this episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, our host Nia Thomas is joined by the esteemed guest, Dan Pontefract. Dan is a renowned author and speaker with extensive experience in corporate culture change and leadership development. In their conversation, they delve into important topics such as leadership habits and behaviours, the significance of agency and self-awareness, and the...

On this episode of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, we dive into the complex topics of bullying behaviors and harassment in the workplace with guests Nicki Eyre and Jonathan Wilson.   Jonathan, shares his personal experience of bullying and gaslighting during his time in the Metropolitan Police. We discuss the differences between bullying and harassment, the legal protections in place, and...