We're changing the way people work for the better, by challenging the status quo and helping companies work remotely. We help companies create and nurture remote teams; the mindset required, the tools to use and the principles to follow. We're also creating our own products and crafting truly digi…
We’ve interviewed some super interesting folks recently, and I’m sure this episode will be a great addition to those. My guest is David Brear, CEO of 11FS. Now, you've probably heard of 11FS, if you’ve not, where have you been? Either way, you’re in for a treat! Growing up David wanted to be a sports star, but his knee let him down, however, it’s led him to be part of his own amazing team at 11FS. We discuss David’s childhood passions and career journey - from going behind enemy lines to leading a challenger consultancy - you’ll learn key ingredients for creating a company full of talented, passionate and positive people. 11FS are rockstars of fintech, challenging the way things are done, and most importantly executing. I hope you enjoy our conversation.
On this episode we chat with Swave Szymczyk, Global Director of Digital + Retail at Adidas. Swave is a warm and likable person who has worked with some of the most innovative companies in the world such as Nike, Samsung and Adidas. From humble beginnings in Poland to experiencing working cultures across the world, Swave's story is fascinating.
Following the launch of our new book Ready for Remote, we thought it would be fun to bring two of the original cast onto Enlighten to chat about their experience coming from a corporate world to remote. We're joined by Alex (Roberts) and Stephen (Hans Gruber)who share their journey.
The rockstar (classical) Frances Maxwell from Skyscanner is our guest this week on Enlighten. From UXer to developer, Frances has an amazing story. We discuss her passion for music and her approach to wellbeing.
It took a year to get Ariane on the show, but she's finally here, and it is well worth the wait! Ariane has worked for some of the world's most innovative companies inc Google, HP and Stripe. We chat about her career and how wellness is vital to keeping the right balance at work.
We're joined by Ali Lanning, head of product and ux at Portable and the creator & CEO of Lairytales, a free story app for 3-8 year-olds to discuss her fascinating career.
We're joined by Jeff Wellstead to discuss his journey across a variety of multinational corporations/startups and his passion to make 'the future of' work great again.
Episode 9 - We're joined by John Fleischauer from Pivot & Edge. We chat about hiring awesome folks, recruitment strategy and also how a 6"8 man can feel small in Germany :)
Episode 8 - We're joined by Nick Warren. We chat about Nick's fascinating journey from a large organisation, to setting up on his own through to shifting his career entirely to follow passion.
Episode 7 - We're joined by Sophie Theen from 11FS. We chat about hyper growth, people and culture in the fintech start up. Not forgetting some Stranger Things.
A bitesize episode from 22 North exploring the future of work.
A podcast from 22 North exploring the future of work.
A podcast from 22 North exploring the future of work.
A podcast from 22 North exploring the future of work.
A podcast from 22 North exploring the future of work.
A podcast from 22 North exploring the future of work.
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