Wow Ergonomics

We're excited to announce the latest episode of Wow Ergonomics! In this lively episode, we sit down with Oliver Jones at the Flokk showroom in Manchester, kicking things off with some fun comparisons of the space to iconic settings like Resident Evil and Goonies. Oliver takes us on a nostalgic journey through music while sharing his unique path in the world of ergonomic solutions. Steven also...

In this episode Graham Coath and Steven Howe delve deep into a conversation about what it is like for self employed people when they take a holiday! They go on to discuss employment figures and what might be keeping some people who have been labelled as 'economically inactive' from taking up roles in the sectors who are desperately looking for staff. #Employment #JobSatisfaction #FlexibleW...

Graham Coath and Steven Howe discuss how the way we work has changed rapidly over the last 10 years and how this now impacts how we need to look at solutions to help people work more effectively and comfortably.

Graham Coath and Steven Howe return with special guest Chris Croft to discuss his new productivity app, the world of writing, public speaking and appearing on podcasts including one by a certain Guy Osmond! Get to know Chris and hear how and why he created his new app!

Quick Nurse!.... I think we have another one! Graham Coath and Steven Howe are back with clinical educator Olivia Turner to discuss the importance of education in care, wellbeing in the care sector and more! Don't miss this great conversation. #Care #ClinicalEducation #Ergonomics

Discussions on Mental Health, Breaks, and Workplace Dynamics with Sam and Jenny In this episode of Wow Ergonomics, hosts Steven and Graham discuss a range of topics from mental health and burnout to workplace productivity and breaks. They share personal anecdotes and experiences including their recent travels, interactions with unique companies, and reflections on modern workplace challenges. Feat...

Dive into the latest episode of our podcast, "Redefining HR Agility and Corporate Accountability: Strategies for People-Centric Business Operations," where we welcome the innovative People Operations Partner, Georgia Ella Smith-Dunn. 'Ella' shares her game-changing approach to human resources, highlighting the power of agility and the importance of putting people over processes....

Graham Coath and Steven Howe are joined by Janine Coombes as we talk...NOT slogging your guts out! Expect conversation around burnout and people generally not focussing on the right things as you grow your business.

Graham and Steven are Bakker in the house! This week they are joined by another member of the Bakker Crew... Twyla Howse who will be telling us all about her work within the organisation as well as something of her own business journey! #Ergonomics #Wisdom #Management

Exploring Vocational Rehabilitation and Ergonomics in Remote Work Environments In this detailed discussion, the speakers explore a range of topics related to workplace ergonomics and vocational rehabilitation. They delve into the nuances of live vs. pre-recorded broadcasts, leading into a musical interlude discussing bands like Simple Minds and their relevance to the concept of 'live'. Tra...

Don't work all the time! Will you please stop working 25 hours a day 8 days a week! It might be ok in the short term but is it really sustainable and just think what it is doing to your long term health? Does it really mean you are giving your clients the best service? Graham Coath and Steven Howe are back with special guest Victoria (or Viki to her friends) Lewis to talk about how we may be f...

The DSE Clinic is now open! Don't know what DSE stands for or is? Well come and find out as today Graham Coath and Steven Howe are joined by guest Gerald Whitehouse to discuss his work as a DSE assessor. Looking to understand what your obligations are as an employer when it comes to the wellbeing of your staff or want some advice on how to work in a healthier way? Come join the discussion! #DS...

Graham Coath hosts this week's Wow Ergonomics and is joined by Aj who runs an Assistive Technology training company called AAT Solutions which helps people with sight loss to successfully use available technology to have brilliant careers. If you would like to know more about what he does please visit https://aatsolutions.uk/ #Ergonomics #WorkplaceAdjustments #HumanFactors #SightLoss

Ergonomics, Learning Languages, and the Evolution of Office Tech Graham and Steven cover a broad range of topics today starting with personal stories about learning French using the Duolingo app, transitioning to discussions about ergonomics, the challenges of adapting to new technologies in the workplace, and the nuances of effective communication and knowledge sharing within teams. The team disc...

It's the.... Will AI save my back one? Will AI lead to less muscular skeletal injuries and bad backs as we all leave the machines to talk to each other or will it just make us expect everything on our desk half an hour faster and lead everyone to working longer hours and experiencing burnout? We bring in someone who knows his AI..Pratheesh Chambeth to discuss the up and coming show 'AI unb...

It's The Red Nose One! Graham Coath and Steven Howe are back this Red Nose Day with Wow Ergonomics. We want to celebrate the day the only way that we know how by talking about some of the things that ergonomists see in the workplace which are 'red nose' moments. Where people are doing things which are frankly 'comical' believing that they will help! #Embarrassing #RedNoseDay #W...

It's all about NLP today! Ever wondered about what NLP is? In this case we are talking about Neuro-linguistic programming rather than Natural Language Processing (which is equally as interesting!) NLP talks about a connection between neurological processes, language and acquired behavioural patterns and coaches look to see how we might change our behaviour to benefit our overall wellbeing. In...

Graham Coath and Steven Howe return with the 1st Wow of March! March marks the beginning of spring, which often encourages people to engage in activities like cleaning and organising. This is a great time to reassess workspaces and make adjustments to improve ergonomics. After the winter season, people may have spent more time indoors, potentially leading to habits or setups that are less than opt...

The Business Mastery One! Graham Coath is joined by special guest Athole Forbes as they talk about whether small business owners are ready to run their businesses? Do they know how to....... ✅ Write a Business Plan 🤔 Market your business 😳 Get customers from sales 🤦‍♀️ Do accounts 😭 On and on every task you have to do you don’t have the skillset for..... (We nicked that bit from her Linkedin...

Founded in 1855...which is just before Graham Coath was born.... YMCA Cheltenham has been a major provider of accommodation, sports facilities and youth work for more than 165 years. Holding fast to their Christian roots and ethos, they aim to work with the whole person - body, mind and spirit. Gavin Garthwaite from Ergochair and Faye Dewhurst from the YMCA join Graham Coath and Steven Howe to tal...

WOW ERGONOMICS! Join us for an insightful broadcast featuring Graham Coath, Steven Howeand guest Christopher Allen as they delve into the critical topics of company culture, culture change, and leadership. In today's ever-evolving business landscape, the importance of fostering a positive company culture cannot be overstated. Graham and Steven will share their expertise and insights on how bus...

Wow Ergonomics: Engaging Conversation with Chris Lomas from Hope4 In this special episode of Wow Ergonomics, we veer away from the world of chairs and mice to catch up with Chris from the organisation Hope4. Chris shares his experiences working in war-torn countries such as Ukraine and Moldova and the difficulties faced by these nations. He discusses the potential aftermath once conflicts end, wit...

Ergonomics and Tech: Navigating the Future with Graham Coath and Steven Howe Welcome to another insightful episode of Wow Ergonomics, the podcast where we unravel the intricacies of ergonomics and explore the evolving relationship between technology and our daily lives. Today, hosts Graham Coath and Steven Howe delve into a fascinating array of topics, sparking a conversation that's bound to l...

This week Wow is back taking a look at what goes into a chair assessment!? Not an assessment of whether your current chair looks good or not...although that may not be a bad idea but an assessment of what a particular user needs when it comes to a chair for work. We are joined by the team from Ergochair who last year met up with the lovely Laura Mathias, tape measures in hand to measure Laura up f...

In a change to the advertised show due to a poorly dog... Graham and Steve are joined by Lee Trueman to discuss modern technology, new ways of working and mental health in a great conversation to really kick start 2024! #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Advice #Ergonomics