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Life Beyond The Numbers

Susan Ni Chriodain

What really makes work-life fulfilling?Through stories, reflections and insights from leaders, thinkers and creatives, we shine a light on the invisible forces that shape our work lives — what it means to be human. This isn’t just something to tune into — it’s something to attune to. Hosted by award-winning author Susan Ní Chríodáin, Life Beyond the Numbers is for people who care about people. Because while numbers matter — people matter more.

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40:00

Unlimited Futures

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2025/01/04

"Any given moment contains unlimited futures that can become real. The reality that occurs is the one you pay attention to." [Quoting] Penney PeirceIn this inaugural episode of 2025 I reflect on three recent inspirations — a movie and two exhibitions — that explore themes of creativity, certainty and choice. Drawing connections between the iterative nature of creativity, life’s constant rewrites and the courage to start anew, I share insights into how we can embrace change and discover new

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43:40

Beyond the Status Quo - Compilation

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/12/21

In this year-end episode of 'Life Beyond the Numbers,' I explore the theme of going beyond the status quo. The episode features a compilation of interviews and stories from previous episodes focused on creating a more fulfilling work life by emphasising the human side of our work-lives. I share a selection of snippets with insights on topics such as the importance of avoiding short-termism, the value of shifting perspective, the impact of intentionality and care in interactions, fostering

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38:26

The Actions That We Take - Katie McLaughlin

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/12/07

"The actions that we take are the things that are going to get us results, whether we like it or not. And so looking at those results, which business leaders are looking at all the time. We're always looking at those results. Are we meeting our outcomes? Are we meeting our metrics? And if we're not getting those results, well, we're not taking the right actions." Katie McLaughlinKatie McLaughlin returns to Life Beyond the Numbers to chat to me about the team dynamics and how our emotions and

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51:00

Just a Couple of Centimetres of Care - Marc Haine

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/11/23

"For everything that we do, if you cared this much - just a couple of centimetres of care - it would make all the difference in the world". Marc HaineMarc Haine and I discuss how small, intentional acts of care can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. From building trust to creating a culture of excellence, this episode is packed with insights on why daring to care just a little bit more matters so much. From his journey in hospitality to leading teams in high-pressure environments,

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43:43

Fulfilment - Kate Jones

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/11/09

"We can do so much better for ourselves in terms of the way in which we live and the degree of fulfilment and meaning that we derive from life." Kate JonesKate Jones shares her unique approach to fostering personal and organisational fulfilment. We explore her Wheel of New Horizons, a framework for helping successful yet unfulfilled individuals reconnect with their heart's desires and navigate life changes with purpose. Kate also unveils her Work Thrivometer, a tool that pinpoints 10 ingredients

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36:19

Creating New Knowledge - Jackie Eaton

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/10/26

"If they're not applying creative and intuitive thinking in addition to critical and judgmental thinking, then they're not creating new knowledge for the organisation. They're just taking old knowledge and rearranging it. And for me, that's not adding value." Jackie EatonJackie Eaton shares her unique career path from obtaining a mathematics degree to working in operational research for NATO. She discusses her affection for solving complex problems, her initial struggles to discover a career-fit

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51:56

Willing to Take Risks - Liz Jarman

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/10/12

"...they were willing to take risks for the experience .... and I think I've really taken that on." Liz JarmanLiz Jarman and I discuss her planned departure as CEO of Living Goods at the end of 2024. She shares her fascinating approach to succession planning, leadership transitions and a non-linear career path. We chat through some of her achievements, including fostering a strong organisational culture, scaling operations sustainably and spearheading a digital transformation in community health

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47:47

Sense of Humour - Beth Sherman

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/09/28

"Don't be funny, be human - you don't have to force it. Have a sense of humour. Have the ability to look at situations and see the humour that you do when you're outside of work. How often do you go home from work and you're sitting at the dinner table saying to your partner, or your family, you just wouldn't even believe what happened today..." Beth ShermanBeth Sherman and I place a lens on the transformative power of humour in our work-lives. Beth shares insights from her career as a comedy

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01:00:26

Your Experiences - David Lee & Me

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/09/14

"This is about what you are experiencing. And I think the beauty of your experience is it's your experience and no one can argue with that."David Lee and I delve into the significance of emotional self-regulation and co-regulation, highlighting the impact they have on psychological safety and productive workplace environments. We discuss concepts from my book 'Leading Beyond the Numbers' including the importance of emotional granularity and how subtle changes in language can shape one's

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25:44

#184 Finding Your Way - A Solo Episode

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/07/27

I am thoroughly enjoying reading "Wayfinding: The Art and Science of How We Find and Lose Our Way" by Michael Bond and have drawn from it to put together this episode. The parallels between how we do this out there in the wild and within the daily confines or our work-life struck me. I've used excerpts from this book, in particular the psychology of being lost, for this episode and added some of my own thoughts, stories and poems. Please note that I will be taking a break for the month of August

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43:51

Energy Levels - Steve Wright

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/07/20

"There's schools of thought around us; the quantum nature of humanity in terms of us being energy and vibrations. And whether you think of it as woo-woo, pseudoscience or whatever, I'm not concerned about that as much as understanding that when we got on this call, our energy levels were higher than usual and matching each other. And I think that is something that as people we really need to tap into. Being able to empathetically match our energy and also have the ability to shift it up or down as

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52:44

On Purpose - Phil Brown

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/07/13

"It's doing it on purpose, and knowing you can do it on purpose; that's what's really important when it comes to negotiations." Phil BrownPhil Brown and I delve into the nuances of negotiation. Phil emphasises the significance of human interaction, confidence-building, and specific skills such as active listening, questioning, and observation. He shares insights on purposeful negotiations versus everyday interactions, the importance of practical experience in building negotiation skills, and

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50:57

Human Dynamics - Tasneem Virani

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/07/06

"So even in that dynamic of a relationship, how can I have a growth mindset and see my mother or father in the way they are now? How can I have conversations that may have triggered me in the past? But now I know I'm an adult, not that child reacting, to build my parent in the future. It's the same with organizations. It's the human dynamics." Tasneem ViraniTasneem Virani and I speak about the critical need for maintaining human connection in an increasingly AI-dominated world advocating for a

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01:00:30

Top 10 of 10k

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/06/29

The podcast reached a milestone of 10,000 downloads during the month of June. It has been listened to in 80+ countries and of those 10 what are the top 10 by downloads? And do those top 10 have a central theme to them? I was delighted to find that yes, of course they did. Many of the guests that I speak to talk about aspects of their work-life journeys and graciously share with us how they navigated pivotal turning points, how they discovered their true self and ultimately how they expanded

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28:01

#179 Compassion - A Solo Episode

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/06/22

In this episode I explore the concept of compassion and self-compassion.I unpack what compassion is and why it’s crucial in our lives, the incredible benefits of self-compassion for both mental and physical health and cover some ways you can begin to cultivate compassion for yourself and others. Special insights from the work of Kristin Neff and David Whyte as well as some books enrich the examination of compassion, shedding light on how self-awareness and compassion go hand-in-hand

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48:08

#178 A Metaphor For Our Lives - Alison Smith

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/06/15

"I then realised that if gardening can be a metaphor for supplier management, nature's landscapes could be a metaphor for our lives." Alison SmithAlison Smith and I discuss her unique approach as a facilitator, coach, and author, of using nature and its landscapes as powerful metaphors to bridge understanding in business and life. Over a 24-year journey, Alison has developed various techniques, including drawing, walking, and storytelling metaphors, to help individuals gain insights while leaving

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48:14

#177 Sleep - Dan White

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/06/08

"There's four key components that I focus on in my work and my programs. The environment [ ]. There's behaviour. You would be shocked if I told you that almost every single thing that we do from the moment we wake up until the moment we go to bed, is an amalgamation of the quality later that night of how we sleep." Dan WhiteDan White and I discuss the critical role of sleep in our daily lives. He outlines four key components - environment, behaviour, psychology, and culture - that influence

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50:09

#176 Trust - Kevin Chevis

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/06/01

"The one thing ..... there's so many. I would probably say, as a reaction to your question, trust yourself and other people." Kevin ChevisKevin Chevis shares valuable insights from his extensive career in a variety of leadership roles, highlighting his diverse experiences, including with mergers, acquisitions, and navigating financial challenges. He discusses the significant shift he experienced from merely selling products, like speed cameras, to engaging in initiatives that make the world

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01:01:15

#175 Book Launch - LinkedIn Live Replay with...

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/05/25

"Susan, I've taken enough time with these questions. Firstly, I just want to say, I'm thankful that I've met you. And two, this is an absolutely brilliant book and I love it." Matt PhelanIn this episode I celebrate the launch of my new book Leading Beyond the Numbers: How accounting for emotions tips the balance at work. The book was launched during a LinkedIn Live on Monday May 13th with the help of Matt Phelan, who wrote the foreword to the book, and Dr. Susanne Evans. The book has already

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44:30

#174 Variation is the Norm - Susan Ni Chriodain

Life Beyond The Numbers ·

2024/05/11

"Variation is the norm, that actually we're all unique. We are all different. And even how we approach learning and decision making, we're all different." Susan Ni Chriodain In this special episode of 'Life Beyond the Numbers,' I take on a unique role as the interviewee, giving Dr. Susanne Evans the reins to explore the themes, inspirations, and key takeaways from my about to be launched book, 'Leading Beyond the Numbers.' This episode not only showcases the book's concepts but also reflects on the

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