Know Your Shift

“It really hit me that I wasn't being present”If you are heading into 2025 and are thinking about making a change, have a listen to Ann Durrell on the final episode of Know Your Shift before Christmas, as I guarantee you will be inspired.Ann made a life changing decision 7 years ago to stop drinking alcohol. Ann talks freely about the difficulties in not only making that decision, but what also comes next.We also chatted about how Ann did not follow in the footsteps of her very academic family and why she now challenges herself with racing and fitness.And also, how she ended up winning a Reality TV survival show… As always, I asked Ann to recommend a future guest, and she recommended Cooper Healey, that will definitely be a great listen as well I'm sure. Partners Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself. To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.com Follow Gareth Visit garethduffin.com Signup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefriday Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffin LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966 TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffin Follow Know Your Shift Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

This was a big one for me. I have wanted to sit down and interview my guest this week for a long time, ever since I decided to start a podcast, and I couldn't be happier with how it went.Jess Gallop has helped define Student Accommodation in this country, having been part of Unite, Greystar, iQ & Student Roost, and she's done it her way.The number of careers and lives she has influenced is truly astounding, and in our conversation we talk about the good times, and the tough, rough bits that have shaped Jess' life.So do me a favour, listen right to the end, because we put absolutely everything into this one.As always, I asked Jess to recommend a future guest, and she recommended Ronié Williams, that will definitely be a great listen as well I'm sure.PartnersEipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.comFollow GarethVisit garethduffin.comSignup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefridayInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffinFollow Know Your ShiftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshiftLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

“Sometimes in life, you never know what is round the corner” Delighted to welcome back Paddy Allen, CEO Kinetic Capital back to Know Your Shift.We got stuck into a number of different topics.Paddy's new(ish) role at Kinetic Capital and he shared some of the big plans they have for the student accommodation sectorWe got stuck into how 24/25 has been in PBSA and I got him to make some predictions for this year that you'll definitely want to make note of.Paddy gave me an update on Pathways to Property, which is growing at an even greater rate than before.And how he might be about to become the next Property social media star…I couldn't not ask Paddy for a guest recommendation, and he recommended Rebecca Tobias, really looking forward to recording an episode with you Rebecca. Have a listen on the links below.

If there is a theme of the podcast this year, it is hearing from guests that you may think you know a lot about, but then they come on Know Your Shift, and you realise there is so much more to their storyThis is definitely true of my guest this week, Dan Smith from Student Housing Consultancy.Dan has a huge following both on LinkedIn and for the podcast he co-hosts, but we explored a lot more during our time together, from the life changing personal and professional changes of his life, to how he built a platform for himself that has a seismic effect on the industry.From University, to Gin, to Nido, to Marketplaces and what he is about to embark on next…Have a listen on the links below.

Two things men never talk about, how they are feeling, and their underwear.My guest this week on Know Your Shift is Katie Goodrum, founder of AndThen.Like our thought patterns and mental state, underwear is private and remains largely unseen.Katie's experience of the mental health challenges of the men in her life, alongside trying to improve the landscape for her son Josh's future, led her to setting up AndThen, boxers for men, that reminds them daily of the power they have to make positive choices. ⚠️We talk about some incredibly difficult topics including mental health and suicide in this episode, but also how Katie is determined to make difference.50% of the profits from AndThen boxers go to men's mental health charities.Not only do I ask you to listen to the episode but give the boxers a try, they are rated the best boxers ahead of Gymshark, Under Armour and Lululemon and you too can make a difference. I have bought some and they are fantastic.

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Rebecca O'Hare.Rebecca talks about all things Res LIfe, how it is evolving rapidly in UK universities, and how to get a wide range of students involved, even when finances are tightPartnersEipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself. To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.com Follow GarethVisit garethduffin.comSignup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefriday Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffin Follow Know Your ShiftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshiftLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

“I will answer that question, but I want you to answer it first!”Tim Daplyn doesn't give many interviews, which is why it surprised us both that this became our longest ever podcast episode on Know Your Shift.Tim is by his own definition, a private person, which is why I'm so grateful for the brutal honesty and openness he gave me during this interview, which also made me laugh so much.Some highlights;The life defining event that happened to him on his first day of universityTravelling around the world – we definitely strayed into the podcast turning into a travel show, but it was fascinating to hear about Tim's adventures at a young ageHanding over the ownership of Red Brick Research to the team and why that was important psychologically for TimAcquiring a business on the day of the first COVID lockdownHow and why GSL came to be and what the future holdsAnd the longest, and definitely most controversial quick fire round we have ever hadAs always, I asked Tim to recommend a future guest, and he recommended David Chadderton, Suraiya Comunello & Thiago Alves, we look forward to recording an episode with you all soon. Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8PartnersEipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself. To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.com Follow GarethVisit garethduffin.comSignup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefriday Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffin Follow Know Your ShiftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshiftLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

“As a parent of 4 children, it really worries me!”My best podcast episodes (in my opinion) are the ones where I don't say a lot, and in this one, I just sat back and listened to my fantastic guest, Sam Bailey-Watts. Sam shared so much with brutal honesty and emotion, I think you will want to listen more than once.Some of the many things we discussed are,The loss of his father and the lasting impact that has had on his life.The beginning of UPP and the rollercoaster of Sam's journey with the business for 18 years.How being around Universities from a very young age shaped his career pathHis unmissable thoughts on the state of University funding and student affordabilityAnd what his next BIG change is going to be…As always, I asked Sam to recommend a future guest, and he recommended Paddy Jackman & Paula Wilmore, we look forward to recording an episode with you both soon.PartnersEipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself. To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.com Follow GarethVisit garethduffin.comSignup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefriday Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffin Follow Know Your ShiftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshiftLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

We've never done this before…My final quickfire question is always, ‘What is going to be your next big change?'. And in Episode #3 of Know Your Shift, James Housden told me his was that he was going to get married, which he's just done, and certainly in style.But that wasn't the only big change he's made…It was fantastic to have James as the first ever returning guest on the podcast, and he has some big news, the birth of his own recruitment business.James tells me all about his wedding journey, and what led him to deciding to go out on his own.We dived into loads of other stuff as well, like AI in recruitment, the continued rise of BTR and why Student Accommodation professionals still see that as an attractive move.And we delve into some of the predictions we made about the Residential Living sectors in our first episode, and see if we were even nearly right…PartnersEipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself. To become a partner of Know Your Shift, positioning your company alongside the biggest names in Student Accommodation, BTR and the entire Shared Living industry, get in touch at contact@garethduffin.com Follow GarethVisit garethduffin.comSignup for Gareth's weekly newsletter (5-Minute Friday) - www.garethduffin.com/5-minutefriday Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gareth_duffinLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-duffin-32516966TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@garethduffin Follow Know Your ShiftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshiftLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/know-your-shift-the-podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@know.your.shift

Can you be TOO enthusiastic? Some people think so, but Rebecca O'Hare doesn't that's for sure.We got stuck into lots of topics, some hard to listen to;How an unexpected redundancy turned her life upside downThe loneliness and disappointed she felt during her first year at University, and the impact that has had on her workBeing a pioneer of Res Life in the UK in the Private sector, Universities and CUBO.The impact of cost of living on the ability for Universities to deliver great extra-curricular activities and support.The debate around the safety of Trans students on campus and why it's so polarized.And yes, we talked about THAT question at the Student Accommodation Conference, and you might be surprised and shocked to hear what happened next… Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 Or watch our full conversation on YouTube https://youtu.be/da39MJuZS-8 Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

Ana Lozano, a distinguished architect and urban planner, seamlessly integrates academia and practical expertise. Her multifaceted career spans architecture, real estate, and innovative AI solutions through Nidus Lab's pioneering work in Generative Architecture.Ana and I were in different countries and have never met in person, yet having listed back to this episode, we connected on a really deep level. I can't really explain it, but we both agreed that we could have talked for hours and hours, a big thank you to Chris Holloway for recommending Ana for an episode.We talked about so many things, and Ana's opinions on whether people in Student Accommodation should fear AI are fascinating, as well as a very different take on ESG & Sustainability.Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

One of my favourite parts of Know Your Shift, is the quick fire round towards the end, so for this week's Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, I thought I would pick out one of my favourites.Listen to Steve Jones from Wyboston Lakes answer the three questions that not only give an insight into his key changes, but also actionable advice for anyone looking to make a change Have a listen on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

“You Would See Some Of The Kids Exhale As They Came In, They Were Safe Now”People around Tony Ryan say he is authentic and passionate, I would add inspirational to that list. I am so grateful to a previous guest Steve Jones for recommending Tony, as this conversation will stay with me for a long time.Tony is the CEO of the Design & Technology Association, but his journey to where he is now is definitely not straightforward.We discussed so much during our time together, including…· The racism his parents experienced daily and how it made him angry at the world.· Tony's own school days that he describes as brutal and a nightmare· Falling into teaching whilst working as a mechanic and how even though his school days were traumatic, he went into teaching.· His rapid rise through schools and leadership in schools, and how his heart ruled his head when taking up a role that took him right back to his childhood.· How Apple invited him to LA to show him what they could so with education.· And the one thing he never told his mum…As always, I asked Tony to recommend a future guest, and he recommended Bill Williams, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Bill.Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

There is a lot of talk about the financial health of Uk universities at the moment, but why are they struggling?Listen to Matt Burton from UPP give his take on this bitesize episode, taken from the Know Your Shift podcastHave a listen on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

“I was on holiday, Iliya phoned me and said, are you sitting down?”He doesn't like talking about his legacy (but I made him anyway), but David Tymms certainly has created one in Student Accommodation, so I was delighted that he joined me on the latest episode of Know Your ShiftGrowing up in Africa until the age of 10 and then suddenly thrust into a new lifeHis career growth via different Universities and the boss that really inspired himThe shock news of the iQ & Prodigy Living mergerThe transition period during the sale of iQ to Blackstone and why he took a different path to other Senior colleaguesBeing able to choose his projects, including his role with QXAnd finally being able to say what he wants… and he definitely does that in this episodeAs always, I asked David to recommend a future guest, and he recommended Paddy Jackman from Unipol, we look forward to recording an episode with you at some point Paddy.Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is sponsored by Eipsys Analytics, combining Build-to-Rent and Student Accommodation experience with technical expertise to give you a bespoke BI reporting platform, alongside implementing and supporting you with your Yardi software suite, Eipsys Analytics‘ record speaks for itself.Go to www.eipsys-analytics.co.uk to book in a free project consultation now.

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Sam Kingsley.Do we have enough Black managers and leaders in student accommodation? And other than Sam, who is leading the change in the sector?Have a listen on the links below and check out the over 50 episodes we have recorded so far.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuKnow Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

“At Some Point You Think, There is a Tale to be Told Here”It only took 9 months, but Paul Watson and I finally sat down and talked, and it was definitely worth the wait.Paul opened up about so many things; How one unexpected conversation changed him forever.The influence Charles Marshall and Karen Burke have had on his life.He reflections on how Liberty Living ended.The birth of Now Student Living and how he his managed the rapid growth so far.3rd party management and comments about a ‘race to the bottom' (with me throwing my thoughts in as well for what it's worth)His thoughts on why so many people want to hear what he has to say, but he rarely speaks, until now… As always, I asked Paul to recommend future guests, and he gave me a list! Melissa Browne (a 2nd time nominee so hopefully we can make our diaries work this time)Dustin FjeldTom White & Kirsty looms as a duo, (that will be a first)Zandria Barclay We'll get in touch and hopefully get you all booked in for some more great episodes. Have a listen to my conversation with Paul on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

Bernadette Cochonat's journey is astonishing. And we got stuck in to all of it;Growing up in a bi-lingual home as an only child, and how she can empathise with Chinese students dealing with the pressure that brings.Moving to China at age 21 and how she managed to succeed in a completely alien environment.The build up to the Beijing Olympics and how that period changed the world.How the pollution got so bad in China that it officially went off the scale.The tragic loss of her father, and the guilt she feels about it.How her cultural awareness program at Unite Students is helping others draw on her experience of integrating into another culture.As always, I asked Bernadette to recommend a future guest, and she nominated Vicky Zhang from uHomes, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Vicky.Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

How are AI and ChatGPT distorting content online?Will authenticity still stand out as the techonlogy evolves?This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Laura Bosworth from REAL Agency & LOCAL.Have a listen on the links below and let us know in the comments what you think Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuKnow Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

I work really hard to out my guests at ease when we are having a recorded conversation, but for this episode, it was my guest that put me at ease discussing topics in which I am not an expert, but she certainly is. Sam Kingsley is a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Consultant specialising in strategy and culture change, and she describes herself as a Professional Troublemaker. We covered lots of tough topics which are sometimes shocking to hear, but Sam is forging ahead with her mission to turn Why into How… Intersectionality and why it is vital to ensure everyone feels that they belong. Her key involvement in the Living Black at University work and who, if anyone is taking this forward. How she very quickly joined the board of Student Pride and how she is vocal in her activism for LGBTQ+ causes all year round. And so much more, I learned so much from Sam and I know you will too. As always, I asked Sam to recommend future guests, and she nominated Tom Guy, Helene Murphy and Rebecca O'Hare, we look forward to recording great episodes with you all soon. Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

Is it ever a good idea to take a backward or sideways step in your career? Can it help you achieve more in the long term?This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast was taken from my conversation with Sam SmithP.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

Are Student Housing operators providing a great accommodation experience for Neurodiverse students?This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast was taken from my conversation with Jenny Shaw from Unite StudentsJenny also tells me how she ensures Unite Students keep pushing on with important projects.Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

I have had a few people who I'm lucky enough to describe as mentors throughout my career, and Steve Jones was the first and perhaps the most influential, and I know this to be true for so many people in the hospitality industry.Steve is CEO at Wyboston Lakes, and the Past Chair of the MIA, and we covered many topics including;Steve's early life growing up wanting to be a mechanic, to his rapid rise to general Manager in the hotel industry at a young age.How the industry and the role of the GM has changed.His unique take on Leadership that can be applied in any sectorHow the loss of his own business has affected him and why he still wants to do it again.How shocking events, particularly involving the health of his children gave him perspective to be able to deal with any situation that is thrown at himThe whirlwind experience of being asked to debate at the Cambridge UnionWhat effect Charles Holmes has had on life and career. And what do Steve's team really think of him? We asked them… Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

I'm The Same Regardless Of Who I Speak To, I'm Just Me This is a conversation about being real, and leading the charge for all things authentic is my guest on this episode of Know Your Shift, Laura Bosworth.We got stuck into lots of things, including;The impact of AI & ChatGPT on marketing & social media.Where Laura's passion for saving the high street comes from which led to her starting LOCAL.Working with her husband Mike in the business and the impact that has on their relationship.And how she's lived in 34 different houses…Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

Imposter Syndrome is more widely talked about now, but has the reduction in face time with colleagues made the situation worse?Listen to what Jackie Hudson thinks, and tell us whether you agree or notPlease HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

Chris Holloway has been recommended many times by previous guests on Know Your Shift, and now I know why.Yes he is Chief Business Development Officer for Yugo, but there is so many threads to his life and his story.From theatre to bookshops to lecturing at university and much more.Chris tells me how he got into Student Housing by accident thanks to a previous guest, Brian Welsh. From moving to Spain the day after 9/11 and teaching English in Madrid. And the surprising truth he learned about his father on his wedding day…Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/Know Your Shift is powered by Method Avenue, for Project Management, Transformation & Data Analytics, head over to www.methodavenue.com

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Brian Welsh.Brian talks to me about a really tough period in his life, but how he just kept going in order to find a new path.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

Sam Smith has returned to Dandara Living.But that's only a small part of the story…· How despite the huge successes in Sam's career to date, he still suffers with imposter syndrome and what he does to overcome it in the moment.· Why he took a brave step back in his career which paid huge dividends in the long term.· Why BTR can be a part of the solution to the housing crisis in the UK.· How The UKAA is bringing the industry together for the greater good· And that his parents still think he's an estate agent… P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Sam to recommend a future guest for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Lesley Roberts, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Lesley. Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 Follow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/#podcast #podcasting #btr #buildtorent #propertymanagement #property #propertyinvestment

How do GSA & Yugo ensure that the needs of the students who will live with them, are listened to more than senior decision makers and overcome their biases?GSA conduct thorough research, but it goes deeper than that.This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast was taken from my conversation with Aaron Bailey - Head of Real Estate Projects at GSA.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuFollow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/#university #podcast #podcasting #studentaccommodation #studenthousing

Anything that is unfair, really annoys Jenny Shaw. This has driven her work, but where does this come from?Jenny opened up about things with me on Know Your Shift that were really difficult for her to share.Jenny has been open about her imposter syndrome, but how does that really affect her?We also got stuck into her incredible work with Unite and the Unite Foundation, including the Living Black at University research, and her work with government on Student Mental Health.Jenny has changed Higher Education in the UK, but she doesn't think about it like that.And we saved a subject to the end that was really big for her to share… P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Jenny to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, she recommended Sam Kingsley & Bernadette Cochonat, we look forward to recording an episode with you both soon. Have a listen to the full episode on the links below.Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8Follow Know Your Shift on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/knowyourshift/#university #podcast#podcasting#studentaccommodation#studenthousing

Anyone with an interest in how Student Accommodation is designed and built throughout the world should listen to Aaron. We need to build more student homes and also affordable ones, but it isn't that simple.Aaron Bailey from GSA kindly invited me to record this episode with him at St Crispin's House in Norwich, Yugo's brand new residence which has its own fantastic podcast studio.We talked about a wide range of topics including:·How Yugo are tapping into the energy and creativity of the students who live with them·Affordability and the challenges in how to build ‘affordable' student homes.·How function wins over style when designing student homes·How his love of sailing and journey from Ireland at a young age led to him falling into a career in PBSA.·How he has shifted to working globally and the impact that has had on him and his family.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Aaron to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Keona Lee from Yugo and Tim Mitchell, we look forward to recording episodes with you both soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8#studenthousing #pbsa #university

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Matt Burton from UPP.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Deb Ashby.Deb has a MASSIVE online following on TikTok & Instagram for her Microsoft Excel tutorials, if you use Excel and don't follow her, I promise you will learn something that will make your life easier, so check out her videos, plus they look stunning.But how does Deb deal with Online Trolls? And why it is very different for a woman creating content, particularly in the excel communityP.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

Many of you will have listened to Brian Welsh speak, but never like this.Brian's story is so fascinating, we didn't talk about Student Accommodation hardly at all (Ok maybe a bit)We talked about a wide range of topics including:· Brian was so unhappy at University, he had forge a new path, despite what others thought· How a lucky encounter hitchhiking his way through Europe led to the world opening up for him· His time as Redcoat at Butlin's gave him transferable skills and confidence he still uses to this day· His chance meeting with John Kenny, which began a journey through Liberty living, The Student Housing Company & Nido.· His attitude towards Brexit.· What he's doing now, and what he is about to do nextP.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Brian to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended John Kenny, Kevin redman (round 2 Kev?) and Chris Holloway, we look forward to recording episodes with you all soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8

Is there a shortage of skilled workers in the construction industry?And how do we attract more workers into the industry to reduce the risk of late delivered Student Accommodation and Residential Schemes?This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Iain Kirtley from FMB.We also discuss whether Brexit was a good thing for the construction industry.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links belowApple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

I've listened to this episode so many times, and it still surprises me.Matt Burton from UPP talked to me so passionately and openly, I take something new from it every time, and how it all started because of the TV show Dallas…We talked about a wide range of topics including:· How Matt's tough upbringing drives him to do better for himself and his family.· How Matt setup and ran a business in his teenage years, taking on clients from across the world.· How he was a trailblazer as a Sabbatical officer.· How UPP are focusing on innovation to create industry leading student accommodation.· Matt's ambitions for his career and how he plans to get there.· Tuition fees and affordable accommodation.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Matt to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended David Duncan and Mark Gilroy, we look forward to recording an episode with you both soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with David Seymour of amber.David lifts the lid on the ‘Dark Arts' being employed by some marketplaces, how some are using illegal practices and opens up about Goggle search term bidding.He also talks about how amber are part of the solution.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

Conversations like this are the reason I started this podcast. Stewart gave me everything in this episode, so much so I just sat back and listened, I would ask you to do the same.We talked about a wide range of topics including:· Stewart's career in Advertising, and how he transformed industries by getting to know his customers.·Becoming CEO of CRM Students and building the business with Keith White· How leading CRM on the front line during COVID left him exhausted.· The challenges facing the Later Living sector.· His vision to be the best following a period of reflection.And what advice he would give to anyone wanting to change direction…P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Stewart to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Martin Blakey and Nenad Manasijevic at TP Bennett, we look forward to recording an episode with you both soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8

How do we get young people excited about a career in property?Paddy Allen gives his thoughts to me on this episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast.Have a listen on the links below and let me know how you would get more young people interested in a career in real estate in the comments below.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com

We All Know Where It's Coming From: Exposing The Dark Arts of Student Booking Marketplaces.Although we talk abut a lot more than just that.I'm delighted to say that my guest this week on Know Your Shift is David Seymour, VP of Global Partnerships at amber.When I started the podcast, I made a list of people who I really wanted to record episodes with, David was one of the first names on that list.We talked about a wide range of topics including:Ø How David battled mental health issues following his business being taken away from him in Dubai.Ø Why he changed his mentality following crises with his children's health.Ø Some of the current issues in Student Housing & how amber want to be part of the solutionØ His response to stories about Marketplaces using the ‘dark arts' to secure bookings.Ø How he found his voice in the boardroom. and learned to stand his ground.And why everyone loves Big Ange…P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked David to recommend a future guest for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Richard Murphy at iQ, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Richard. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8#studenthousing #pbsa #university

How Yardi Are Revolutionising Dynamic Pricing in Student Accommodation.& Lasering In On The UK Market.This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Megi Cara from Yardi. Megi talks about how Yardi are ensuring clients to manage their dynamic pricing to maximise their revenue and also how they want to create and develop new features that are UK led, shifting away from the US first model of old.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links belowApple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Joe Persechino.We discuss affordability for students, why the value PBSA delivers comes at a premium, and how much you have to charge in rent per week to build a scheme.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu NB This episode was recorded whilst Joe was in his previous role at AXA Investment Managers

My guest this week is Iain Kirtley, Director of the Federation of Master Builders.We talked about a wide range of topics including;How Iain would improve the Planning SystemThe challenges facing the UK Construction industry.The Effect of Brexit and the current political environment on the Construction IndustryHow changing jobs doesn't always go to planHow building communities is key to progress P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Iain to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Shankar Vedantam, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Shankar. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Richard Stott. Richard talks about how they focus on high-end service, are deliberately ‘staff-heavy' and why they don't want to do it all from London…P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links belowApple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuTo find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com

Paddy has been busy.Whether it's his day job as an Advisor & Investor, as Chair of the hugely successful Pathways to Property Initiative, or in the many other roles he has held or currently holds.We talked in great detail about Paddy's journey starting his own businesses, and what success will look like for him in relation to Diversity and Inclusion.Paddy gives his advice for anyone looking to make a change and we also find out whether his parents thought he has a proper job… P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Paddy to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Chris Holloway from Yugo & Vedran Kosoric from Empiric, we look forward to recording episodes with you both soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com Follow Method Avenue on social.Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@methodavenueInstagram https://www.instagram.com/methodavenue/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodavenue/Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@methodavenue/

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Fathi Mohamoud from aparto Fathi talks about the balance of affordability and high standard accommodation and gives his thoughts on what Operators & Investors should be doing. P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rz Spotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com #pbsa #studentaccommodation #hmo #students #university #podcast

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Mel Loizou.Mel talks about her own experiences in UK higher education leadership.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links belowApple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBu

Everything was completely out of my comfort zone.Are you too comfortable? Do you push yourself into the unknown in order to grow?My guest on Know Your Shift this week, Megi Cara, has certainly done that many times.Moving from her hometown University, to living in a different country and changing sectors from travel, hospitality, Student Accommodation and then into Tech.Megi and I get stuck into Yardi and she teases us with a sneak preview of an exciting development coming up for Yardi customers.Megi's give-it-a-go attitude is contagious and I'm sure all our listeners will catch it too.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Megi to recommend a future guest for me to speak to on the podcast, she recommended Neil Gemassmer, we look forward to recording an episode with you soon Neil. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com Follow Method Avenue on social.Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@methodavenueInstagram https://www.instagram.com/methodavenue/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodavenue/Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@methodavenue/

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize clip from the Know Your Shift podcast, is from my conversation with Nick Hammond from deverellsmith. Nick talks about how employers are having to focus on their EVP to retain their best people, and how deverellsmith are leading the way.P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links belowApple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://lnkd.in/embgAxBuTo find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com

‘The Chairman and I speak on the hour, every hour, even on Christmas Day!'One word sums up my conversation with Richard, Enthusiam.Richard's enthusiasm for his family, Kexgill and its team, students, and David Bowie (!) are infectious, and every time I listen back, I laugh even more.We got into his opinion on Student Accommodation (of course), why he ventured into investments in DNA labs, how his relationship with the Chairman has defined his recent working life and much more.Richard also shared his family's journey after his eldest son was born with Polands Syndrome and the effect it had on him.Plus, he has a few words for Suella Braverman….P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below.As always, I asked Richard to recommend future guests for me to speak to on the podcast, he recommended Brian Welsh and Matt Burton, we look forward to recording some more great episodes soon. Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com Follow Method Avenue on social.Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@methodavenueInstagram https://www.instagram.com/methodavenue/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodavenue/Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@methodavenue/

This episode of Short Shift, your weekly bitesize conversation from the Know Your Shift podcast is from my conversation with Richard Ward from StuRents.Richard talks about why the HMO market is very healthy despite looming rent reform.He also tells me where he would live if he went back to University all over again…P.S. Please HIT THAT FOLLOW BUTTON, it really helps, and have a listen on the links below Apple - https://apple.co/3Pps3rzSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8 To find out how you can be involved in the podcast, email me gareth@methodavenue.com Follow Method Avenue on social.Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@methodavenueInstagram https://www.instagram.com/methodavenue/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodavenue/Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@methodavenue/