An episode with Richard Hunter-Rice, the man behind Minerva Growth (www.minervagrowth.co.uk) was always going to be interesting, and the chat didn't disappoint. So often we hear or see marketing gurus online, selling a course or selling a product...a quick fix to a problem we all have in one way or another...getting our message out there. I've known Rich for a few years, and know like and indeed trust his beliefs and processes. Bringing 30+ years of corporate experience into each business strategy or business development meeting really adds value - and of course, it all starts with a convers ..read more

In an ever-evolving world, it really is vital to embrace communication and be present in the fields your audience exists...you need to meet them where they are! We're in a truly global world and online presentation has become more and more important, but how do you get over the hurdles holding you back from embracing your online presence and really show up? On #ThePersonalConnection #Podcast we've explored communication and confidence in many ways, and today it's about showing up authentically, choosing love over fear, and growing your confidence in video communication. Our guest on this epi ..read more

Continuing on our conversation about mental health awareness and education, today we are focussing on Mental Health. But what is mental health? Isn't it something we all have...or is it something to hide and not talk about? Thankfully the tides have turned on mental health awareness and understanding and we're moving in a better direction - but there is so much more we can and should do! When I wanted to explore this topic I wanted to bring someone on to the podcast who was not only an expert trainer in the field, but also understood the corporate world and how everything we discuss can be ..read more

Social media is such an important tool for businesses - when used correctly. However, as powerful as social media can be for the business or brand if used incorrectly - or ineffectively - it can actually be detrimental to client feeling and connection. Social media above all else needs to be one thing - social! It's about community, communication and building awareness...it's not an arena to sell. It's easy to see many companies missing the mark with their social media, or indeed not using it to it's fullest potential. Whether it's diversifying the message for different platforms, or even ju ..read more

There has been one massive advantage with face-to-face business network meetings being put on hold...I've got to meet some great people from further afield over Zoom calls!! One such meeting was with the amazing Sonya Farrell from Baba Communications and BabaBaboon! Understanding where to start with message and communication, especially when it comes to getting trusted press exposure can be a little bit of a minefield. When I met with Sonya and found out more about her background, and instantly realised our ethos and purpose when working with clients is so aligned, I had to bring her onto the ..read more

Mindset and wellbeing matter - questionably above all else. The wellbeing of yourself, your team and your friends and family is vital to consider. Mindset often gets wrapped up within mental health, but it's something that should be explored on its own because the mindset is so powerful. It can affect your business, change what happens in your business and affects the limits that you put upon yourself. One of the most significant ways that affect is how you connect with people and how you show up with people. Having this understanding is why I invited Laura Amy to The Personal Connection. La ..read more

This episode is a little different, but will hopefully get you thinking… We’ve discussed emotional intelligence a few times on The Personal Connection podcast, but Joanne H Light has a totally different angle - emotional intelligence when it comes to parenting.  When I first spoke with Joanne, I wasn’t sure if the topic of parenting would really fit into the podcast, but the lessons that even I took (as a non-parent) resonated greatly - plus, as we dive into things in more detail, there is so much that you can take straight in to your business or to the boardroom.  Plus, if you’re bu ..read more

An outsider to belonging - Human communication and integration and lessons for the workplace  Discussing communication and connection and stripping things back to a human level - even when language is a barrier In this episode of The Personal Connection Podcast, we welcome Ann Collins to the mic.  Ann is a leadership development coach based in France, but her journey and life experiences provided the intrigue and backbone to the interview.  Throughout our commissions at Emotive Eye, we work with clients empowering their connection through genuine photographs showing providing a ..read more

How do you build resilience whilst being a great communicator? Discussing the topic of resilience with leading psychologist Alison Coates from Revo Consultancy  How do you show up on a day-to-day basis? Do you even realise? Do you realise the impact this has on those around you and the effect on morale, productivity and responses to a situation?  Emotional intelligence is compelling! If you can be truly aware of yourself, have a distinct awareness of others and empathetically appreciate the broader situation, the results can be dramatic.  How do you inspire performance? How do ..read more

How do you build resilience whilst being a great communicator? Discussing the topic of resilience with leading psychologist Alison Coates from Revo Consultancy  How do you show up on a day-to-day basis? Do you even realise? Do you realise the impact this has on those around you and the effect on morale, productivity and responses to a situation?  Emotional intelligence is compelling! If you can be truly aware of yourself, have a distinct awareness of others and empathetically appreciate the broader situation, the results can be dramatic.  How do you inspire performance? How do ..read more