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One Thing Better

Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker

What’s one small shift that could change everything? Hosted by strategy, leadership and creative facilitation experts Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker of Better Strategic Consultancy, One Thing Better delivers short, sharp sparks of inspiration for work that really works - especially in the charity, not-for-profit and purpose-led space. Each episode shares an idea, insight or practical tool to help you move from stuck to strategic. This podcast promises no flipcharts. Minimal waffle. Just

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00:09:58

The art of being easy to manage

One Thing Better ·

2025/11/17

In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker flip the usual “managing up” conversation on its head. They explore how great leaders make managing up easier, healthier and more productive - through clarity, curiosity and a little self-awareness along the way.It’s about communication that builds trust, boundaries that model balance, and leadership that feels more like partnership than power play.Claire and Siobhan are the team behind Better Strategic Consultancy - helping charities and purpose-led

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00:07:58

The invisible work of holding space in leadership

One Thing Better ·

2025/11/10

Some of the most powerful leadership work never makes it onto a job description.It’s the quiet skill of holding space - staying grounded when the room wobbles, creating calm so others can think, and finding meaning when everything feels uncertain.In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker from Better Strategic Consultancy unpack what it really means to hold space as a leader. From Cynthia Erivo on Strictly to boardrooms in flux, they explore how reflection, boundaries and empathy keep leaders

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00:08:40

The joy of responsible marketing

One Thing Better ·

2025/11/03

Marketing’s evolving faster than you can say “algorithm update” (let alone spell it), but the human bit? That’s timeless.This week, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving from Better Strategic Consultancy dig into what responsible marketing really means in the AI era (and why it’s not as serious or soulless as it sounds). From hospice humour to BookBench bingo, they explore how joy, empathy and respect can turn everyday comms into something that genuinely connects.And there’s a One Thing Better challenge

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00:08:56

Everyone's talking about Impact

One Thing Better ·

2025/10/27

‘Impact’ used to be what you tacked onto the end of a report - now it’s becoming the heartbeat of how organisations think and lead.In this episode, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving from Better Strategic Consultancy explore what happens when you move from proving to improving. They cover purpose-washing, people-first data, and how real impact brings clarity, connection and energy back into your work.And as it's season two there are two very special One Thing Better challenges which will help you

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00:00:53

One Thing Better - Season 2 coming soon!

One Thing Better ·

2025/10/20

It's the return of One Thing Better, where Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker help you work and lead better, with more joy and purpose. Get ready for season 2, coming October 27 2025. Find out more at betterconsult.co.uk

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00:06:43

Leading when life's a lot

One Thing Better ·

2025/07/14

What does leadership look like when you’re not at 100%?When caring responsibilities, grief or the juggles of life are happening behind the scenes - but the meetings, deadlines and expectations keep rolling?In this final episode of Season One, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving , the co-founders of Better Strategic Consultancy and longtime clarity companions for charity leaders, get real about the emotional weight that leaders carry.This episode shares:How to lead when you’re stretched, soul-tired, or

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00:06:16

PIVOT! How to check mission creep

One Thing Better ·

2025/07/07

You know that scene from Friends - it's the gif that keeps giffing. Ross yelling "PIVOT!" while his poor flatmates try to help him manoeuvre a sofa round a staircase it was never meant to fit...In this episode of One Thing Better, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving - the co-founders and directors of Better Strategic Consultancy and long-time chaos tamers for charity leaders - unpack that slow, sneaky slide into mission creep.That well-meant plan or project that starts pulling your

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00:07:16

Making tough calls without losing your way

One Thing Better ·

2025/06/30

Every charity leader knows the moment. When there’s no perfect option. When everything feels high stakes. When your values are pulling one way and your resources another.In this episode of One Thing Better, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving - co-founders of Better Strategic Consultancy - explore what it means to lead through uncertainty without losing your mission, your team, or yourself.They share practical tools and hard-won wisdom from years supporting third sector leaders navigating strategic

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00:06:45

Why creativity needs psychological safety

One Thing Better ·

2025/06/23

It might sound counterintuitive, but creativity doesn’t thrive on risk - it thrives on safety. Specifically, psychological safety.In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker unpack how creating a safe culture at work is one of the most powerful ways to spark innovation. From the unseen impact of people holding back ideas, to the leadership habits that invite brave thinking, this episode is a call to make safety a key part of your strategy.Claire and Siobhan are strategy, leadership and

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00:10:12

I got the power!

One Thing Better ·

2025/06/16

Using power to lead with purpose - not pressure...Power in leadership can be thrilling - but it can also be heavy. Especially when you're trying to do good work, make brave decisions, and carry a team with you.In this episode of One thing Better, Claire and Siobhan unpack what power feels like when you're the one holding it - and how to stop it turning into people-pleasing, performance masks, or decision dread.They explore six types of power at play and how to use these more purposefully, with

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00:06:42

The Secret Loneliness of Leading

One Thing Better ·

2025/06/08

Leadership can be brilliant. But it can also be… bone-achingly lonely.In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker from charity specialists Better Strategic Consultancy talk about the secret solitude that so many CEOs and leaders whisper about - and why one brave, kind connection could be your not-so-secret superpower.Claire shares her own insight from her time as a charity CEO and there's practical ideas and the regular One Thing Better challenge to get your moving in the right

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00:06:18

Cut through the Chaos - 5 Steps to Strategic Clarity

One Thing Better ·

2025/06/02

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant fire-fighting of leading a charity or team? Then this episode is for you. Siobhan and Claire break down 5 steps to get your strategic clarity back on track - helping you reconnect with your purpose, refocus your plans, and move forward with confidence. Here’s what we cover:Why clarity is your rocket fuel in times of crisisHow to sharpen your strategy and ditch the fogPractical steps to turn big priorities into real actionDownload your free guide, “5 Steps to

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00:08:53

Be a Certainty

One Thing Better ·

2025/05/26

One Thing Better: In uncertain times, be a CertaintyThe world’s a bit of a shaken snow globe in a tumble dryer right now - and when everything feels uncertain, your team doesn’t need perfection. They need you - steady, clear, and values-led.In this episode of One Thing Better, Siobhan and Claire explore how to show up with clarity and calm even when chaos is swirling. Because being a certainty doesn’t mean having all the answers, it means being someone your team can count on.You’ll learn:Why pausing

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00:08:32

The Pilot Episode - Joy

One Thing Better ·

2025/05/19

Join Better Strategic Consultancy’s co-founders, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving (and a chorus of delightfully chattering birds) as they explore why joy isn’t just a nice-to-have but rather an essential for work improving how we manage, lead and support our teams.Find a companion blog exploring some of the themes in this episode here Don't forget to like, follow, share and tell your favourites - and try to do one thing better this week.

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00:01:04

Get ready...

One Thing Better ·

2025/05/02

One Thing Better is coming soon. Strategic sparks for people doing good work, better.And it turns out the name was in front of us all along...f35pG5fiJNc7PAbiEnbQ

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