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Building Better Cultures

Inspiring Change

Hosted by Scott McInnes, founder of Inspiring Change, we talk to guests about how really good internal comms, engagement and leadership all contribute to "Building Better Cultures". We tend to shy away from theory and focus more on really practical advice, great stories and best-practice. About Inspiring Change At Inspiring Change we help our clients to connect their people to their strategies, their change programmes, their purposes and to each other. We do that by focusing on strategic

business management

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85 | Culture Beyond the Office: Nurturing a Positive...

Building Better Cultures ·

2021/10/11

EPISODE SUMMARY Culture in the workplace is often assumed to be human-to-human contact in the office environment, so the concept of culture in a solely remote business, on the surface, seems irrelevant. On this episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott discusses the importance of culture within a remote-only business framework with Camilla Boyer, an experienced speaker and Head of Internal Communications and Culture at Hopin. Camilla shares her extensive background in public speaking and

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84 | The power of recognition | Shorts by BBC

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2021/10/07

In this episode, Scott talks about why recognition, why it's important and some ways to do it in a way that's authentic and builds price among your people Key takeaways: ➡️ Recognition is an important leadership skill that improves employee engagement. ➡️ A simple 'Thank you' is often enough - but let people know why you're thanking them so they know what they've done ➡️ Recognition goes supersonic when you relate it to your values - show your people what living your values looks like

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83 | Beyond the Barracks: Building Cultures of Trust...

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2021/09/28

The culture and structure of military service is completely unique, and yet on some levels there are commonalities with commercial organizations of any type. In this episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott welcomes two front-line officers whose experience shaping the Irish Defence Forces offers lessons applicable within any workplace environment. Vice Admiral Mark Mellett, recently retired Chief of Staff, and Sgt Rena Kennedy, Head of Internal Communications, have devoted their careers to

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82 | How Podcasting Transforms Internal...

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2021/09/22

In this episode, Scott talks about why podcasting isn't just an entertainment medium for millions of people around the world. Organisations - American Airlines, Tata Steel, Deloitte, Permanent TSB and more - are starting to realise that using podcasting internally for staff and harnessing the human voice brings a new level of authenticity, empathy and understanding to communications. Key takeaways: ➡️ Organisations large and small are now using podcasting to reach their staff wherever

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81 | Connecting Through Stories: How Effective...

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2021/09/13

There is a reason that storytelling has been a primal means of communication dating back to our earliest tribal traditions. In this episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott McInnes’s guest, Eoghan Tomás McDermott explains why – and how – people across the spectrum of business, sports and public service arenas can benefit from deploying the power of narrative. All it takes is awareness, guidance and practice! Managing Director of The Communications Clinic, Eoghan works with clients to help them put

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80 | Unlocking the Power of Diversity: Building a...

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2021/08/30

The summer of 2020 brought a reckoning on race around the world that few anticipated, but we may have all needed. After the months of Black Lives Matter protests and racial reconciliation, organizations and individuals alike have been left to grapple with what it actually looks like to promote diversity in the workplace. On this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, host Scott McInnes sits down with global DEI thought leader Wema Hoover to talk all things diversity, equity, and inclusion

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79 | Navigating the Challenges and Benefits of Remote...

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2021/08/16

Our world was flipped upside-down when COVID-19 entered the vernacular in 2020, and virtually everything, including how and where we work, changed. Eighteen months into the pandemic has society adjusting to this “new normal” in ways few could have predicted. One of those adjustments? —working remotely has become much more of the rule than an exception. On this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, host Scott McInnes sits down with bestselling author and CEO Chris Dyer to discuss all

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78 | Building Hybrid Work Culture: Connecting &...

Building Better Cultures ·

2021/08/02

At this point in the pandemic, none of us are strangers to change. But for Kyoko Minegishi, change has been the one and only constants in a life full of cross-cultural moves, varied leadership positions, and now spearheading a startup with an eye on the convergence of living spaces and robotics. On this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, host Scott McInnes talks with Kyoko, the vice president of marketing for transformable furniture company Ori, about what forms change has taken in her

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77 | Connecting Your People To Your Organisational...

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2021/07/28

In this episode, Scott talks about why connecting your people to your strategy is so important and how an inspiring story can help you capture their hearts and their minds. Key takeaways: ➡️ Why strategy is a necessary evil. ➡️ How you can create a story that brings your strategy to life and connects with your people. ➡️ Why leaders are so critical in translating that strategy for teams across your business. #internalcommunications #creatingconnections #culture #leadership

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76 | Brewing Success: Cultivating a Culture of...

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2021/07/19

On this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, Scott McInnes welcomes Jonathan Reed of Paddy and Scott’s coffee. A defining sense of purpose is the seed from which everything else at this disruptive, upstart coffee company grows. Hear Jonathan explain why he believes success starts with an alignment of core values. In the case of Paddy and Scott’s, that means honouring the suppliers of the coffee beans the company serves. Social responsibility and a sense of pride are key to their

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75 | Unlock the Power of Onboarding: Creating a Human...

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2021/07/13

This week Scott talks about onboarding, how it's failing you and your new joiners, and how some communications and engagement thinking can maybe help. Key to success is creating a more human connection with new joiners as quickly as possible. Yes, the operational stuff is important, but more important is how you make people FEEL when they join your business. It could mean the difference between them staying and going! Key Takeaways: ➡️ Purpose and how you help people to feel a connection. ➡️

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74 | Redefining Success: Trust, Compassion, and the...

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2021/07/05

Mark Edgar isn’t a stranger to challenges; he’s built a career teaching organizations how to thrive in spite of it all. As a people-centric, strategic and innovative consultant, facilitator, and coach he has global experience developing and delivering impactful and business focused people strategies. The HR expert and self-proclaimed optimist shares his passion for people and creating better workplaces in this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast with Scott McInnes. The core of Mark’s

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45:08

73 | Adapting to the Future of Work: Insights and...

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2021/06/29

Friends of the Building Better Cultures podcast, Ireland Together (www.IrelandTogether.ie) ran a series of mini-conferences focused on the next great reset—returning to the workplace. They asked Scott to facilitate a discussion on the Future of Work—what we will do, how we will do it and where we will work from. The panelists today are thought leaders in their own right, and during this discussion, they offer their insights into how work will be shaped by trends going forward. Our featured speakers

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72 | From the Rugby Pitch to the Boardroom: Building...

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2021/06/21

If it were up to Stuart Lancaster, he’d make emotional intelligence, communication and leadership core subjects starting early on in school. The nationally recognized rugby coach and high-performance leadership expert shares his experience and insights -- on and off the field -- in this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast. Vision and purpose are the starting point for Stuart, whose online master class distills years of learning gleaned from navigating highly competitive environments. He

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71 | Turbocharge Internal Communications: Linking...

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2021/06/16

Some thoughts in this episode on the power of linking and labelling. It’s something that we often don’t focus on enough when it comes to internal communications and it's REALLY powerful! Key takeaways: ➡️ What linking and labelling is and why it’s important ➡️ How it can turbocharge engagement around your survey results➡️ How it's critical in showing your team their role in delivering your business strategy ---------------------------------------------- 'Shorts by Building Better Cultures' is a

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70 | The Language Revolution: Harnessing the Power of...

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2021/06/07

Words matter - whether the goal is to promote buy-in among staff, save time on internal communications or create a more inclusive workplace culture. In this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, Scott McInnes invites Charli Nordone, group creative director at The Writer, to take a deep dive into the power of language. It has never been more important to be intentional and disciplined in choosing the right tone of voice, along with words that communicate with precision. Great writing

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69 | Unlocking Change: The Power of Awareness and...

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2021/06/02

This week a couple of thoughts on the idea that 'Awareness Precedes Action' - that if we don't take the time to realise that we can change the way we do things, nothing will ever change. 3 key takeaways: ➡️ Why it's important to take time to reflect. ➡️ Using your company values as a lens for decisions ➡️ Cultivating a culture of honest and open feedback ---------------------------------------------- 'Shorts by Building Better Cultures' is a short-form podcast in which we share our tuppenceworth on

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68 | Empowering ESG Strategies for Effective...

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2021/05/24

Discover how to revolutionise ESG communication in your organisation. From empowering underrepresented associates to bridging communication gaps, learn actionable strategies for fostering sustainability champions. Today we chat with Gihan Hyde, the CEO and founder of Communique; a London-based social enterprise startup dedicated to crafting communication strategies for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability. In this episode, Gihan sheds light on Communique's distinct

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68 | How to Embed Values into Your Organisation | BBC...

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2021/05/19

Lived values are the foundation of a thriving culture. In this Building Better Cultures Shorts episode, we discuss how to: Create better, more aligned values. Uphold and live your values daily. Embed your values into your culture. Recognise and reward employees who exemplify your values. And, more! --- 'Shorts by Building Better Cultures' is a short-form podcast in which we share our tuppenceworth on subjects in the areas of leadership, employee engagement, organisational culture and internal

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67 | Empathy as a key driver of business success with...

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2021/05/10

In this episode of the Building Better Cultures podcast, Scott welcomes Pritesh Shah, Chief Commercial Officer at the oncology company Novocure. When it comes to the bio-science space, Novocure leads the way with an emphasis on empathy – not just for patients confronting cancer but also for employees tasked with driving breakthrough science. Pritesh explains how Novocure’s workplace emphasis on employee engagement and strong internal connection are critical components to its workplace ethic and

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