Inspire Podcast

The Inspire Podcast this week talks to The Transform Hospital Group Hospital Director Christine Mozzamdar. Christine discusses with Host David Berks her rise from YTS to Director, her 15 years worth of experience in the NHS and how she and the rest of The Transform Hospital Group turned the coronavirus pandemic into an opportunity to collaborate with private hospitals and the NHS. Transform Hospital Group: https://www.transforminglives.co.uk/

The second episode of season four sees Host David Berks joined by Marina Brizar, UK Director of Talent Beyond Boundaries, an organisation working with displaced talent. Marina talks about her experiences as a refugee, an Immigration Lawyer and a Human Rights Advocate. She also goes in-depth on how she wants to help refugees into work after being in the same situation earlier in her life. Talent Beyond Boundaries - https://www.talentbeyondboundaries.org/ Marina's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-brizar-b6672182/

Season 4 of the Inspire Podcast kicks off with former professional footballer Ben Markall. Ben explains to host David Berks how he went from being the most expensive teenager in the country to finding himself unmotivated and playing in the lower leagues of English Football. This lack of drive and motivation to continue playing football led to Ben developing a gambling addiction which became uncontrollable and therefore sought help. Ben now finds himself running his own business called Premier Progress which has been created to raise awareness of mental health amongst young people in professional football. Premier Progress - https://www.premierprogress.com/

IR35 is swiftly back in the thoughts of businesses and workers up and down the UK, with the new changes set to be introduced in April 2021. This week, host David Berks is joined by special co-host Ben Parkes who has extensive knowledge of IR35, along with guest Andy Vessey, who has over 40 years of tax experience under his belt. Andy will be discussing what IR35 is, how IR35 is determined, the key tests that are implemented in an IR35 case and much more. Andy is now working with Kingsbridge to assist clients with their IR35 needs. If you are unsure whether you fall inside or outside of IR35, click the link below to Kingsbridge's IR35 Status Tool, which will determine your status. - Kingsbridge Website: www.kingsbridge.co.uk/ - Kingsbrigde IR35 Status Tool: kingsbridge.ir35.io/contractor-asse…t/0?partner=KPS - PSR Representive: Ben Parkes - bparkes@psrsolutions.co.uk / 07977 007 708

Episode 3 of Series 3 of the Inspire Podcast sees host David Berks joined by Issrar Nabi. Nabi tells us his life story, which initially led him down a dark path and he explains how he has turned his dim past around and into a potential life long career and stable life. Nabi is currently utilising the temporary release process, where he is spending most of his week working at PSR Solutions in Southampton as a Trades & Labour Resourcer.

Continuing Series 3 of the Inspire Podcast, it is with great pleasure that our second guest of the series is Paul Manivannan, Founder of R2R People. Paul is dedicated to building a team at R2R People that are trustworthy, bold, kind and people focused. The business is striving to give every person the opportunity to reach their full potential and experience what true happiness feels like. Want to join the R2R People team? Click here to begin your journey! - https://www.r2rpeople.co.uk/ Donate your businesses cancelled Christmas Party Budget here! - https://xmaspartyheroes.co.uk/

Welcome back to Series 3 of the Inspire Podcast. 7 months since the last pod and the world is a very different place due to the Covid pandemic. It is now more important than ever to inspire people to be good people and believe they can achieve great things. I have been a huge believer in the use of mentors for some time. Personally having a board of directors’ in my personal and professional life that act as my mentors. It is with great pleasure that my first guest of Series 3 is Alveena Malik, Co-founder and CEO of 1MM. Alveena has over 20 years’ experience of working nationally on equalities and cohesion issues as well as delivering social innovation projects. Alvenna has set the target to connect 1 million young people with 1 million life-changing opportunities. One Million Mentors - https://www.onemillionmentors.org.uk/

This special episode on the Inspire Podcast sees Host David Berks joined by former professional footballer, now turned Motivational Speaker & Performance Coach Luke Staton! Luke discusses the importance of positive energy in difficult situations and how he has adapted to working from home. Luke reiterates the significants of looking out for others during this stressful time and not giving to get but giving to give. Luke also speaks about the Next Generation Programme that he has set up and that he wants to be able to allow young people to believe they can achieve their goals, dreams and aspirations. Luke's website: https://www.lukestaton.com/

The final episode of Season 2 of the Inspire Podcast sees David Berks joined by former Royal Marine Commando and now Recruitment Top Biller and Triathlete Tom Bill. Tom explains the crossroads he encountered when deciding his career post-A-levels and the advert which inspired him to become a Royal Marine Commando. Following this, Tom discusses his transition from soldier to Recruitment Consultant and the quick impact he made during his new role. Tom is currently training to become a part of the Team GB Triathlon team.

The penultimate episode of Season 2 sees host David Berks joined by LinkedIn Account Director and ex-army Officer Antony Whetham. Antony discusses his mindset in pressure situations which he faced on his two tours of Afghanistan and how he implemented his mentor's advice on the battlefield. Following this, Antony explains the transition from the Army to the corporate world and the transferable skills he called upon. Antony's also passionate about helping ex-military personnel in the workplace and wants to erase the idea that ex-members of the armed forces fit neatly into the boxes of hero or hurt. Antony's LinkedIn Profile

Our third episode of Season 2 sees Host David Berks joined by Insurance Specialist Ben Harrison. Ben discusses his 20-year journey in the insurance sector, the impact of leadership styles, the changing landscape of insurance and how Ben self-improves himself through daily routines and mentoring.

Our second episode of Season 2 sees Host David Berks travel to Rugby, specifically Stepnell Construction's Headquarters, where he is joined by joint Managing Director Mark Wakeford. Mark discusses what Stepnell are doing to inspire the next generation of construction workers, what the culture is like at Stepnell and why construction is still the best industry to work in.

The Inspire Podcast is back for Season 2 and Special Guest Presenter Abdul Mozzamdar has travelled to Birmingham to meet with West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Director of Productivity & Skills, Julie Nugent. Julie discusses with Abdul what the WMCA is doing to fill skills gaps in the West Midlands, the advice the WMCA is giving to those debating taking up an apprenticeship and how those in the construction industry can utilise the apprentice levy. Useful links: • For more information about how the WMCA is helping people upskill to get better career prospects: www.wmca.org.uk • For more information about a career in construction: www.goconstruct.org • For more information about career, learning and training choices: www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk • For more information about apprenticeships: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk

Episode Five of the Inspire Podcast sees host David Berks joined by CEO & Owner of Concept Financial Services Paul Donoghue. Paul talks through ‘being your own boss’, the business culture he has set out across his company and his daily routines which have made him the successful business owner that he is today.

Episode four sees host David Berks joined by Senior Recruitment Consultant Calum Peacock, who talks through his recruitment journey so far, highlighting coming straight out of school into recruitment, the highs and lows of the job and how he has worked his way into a senior role at such a young age.

The IR35 deadline is getting ever closer and businesses across the country simply aren't ready for the potential chaos which is likely to unfold. IR35 expert Ben Parkes delves deeper into the issues of IR35 and the steps you should take if you find yourself in difficulty. Qdos Contractor has all the relevant information regarding IR35. Go check it out >> https://www.qdoscontractor.com/ir35

Our second instalment of the Inspire Podcast sees us joined by Business Owner James Sanders, who expands in detail on his journey from a small start-up business to a multi-million pound construction recruitment agency. Before beginning the PSR adventure, James was a Branch Manager at Hill McGlynn Associates for over 5 years before creating his own recruitment business. James’ journey has taken PSR from a small team located in Dunston Business Village in Staffordshire, to a team of over 90 staff in 6 UK Office.

The first instalment of the Inspire Podcast looks at the apprenticeship levy and the lack of businesses utilising it. Abdul Mozzamdar explains how businesses should be going about the apprenticeship levy.