Podcasts about bekka prideaux

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

Does the idea of having to hand off work to other people make you break out in a cold sweat?Do you ever find yourself thinking “it will be faster if I just do it myself”? *raises hand sheepishly* The struggle is real, my friends.  As someone who has a somewhat challenging relationship with delegation, it's a muscle that I have to consciously work on building.  Thankfully, I've had someone guiding me along the way and giving me a gentle nudge when needed.That's why in this episode I sat down for a chat with leadership coach Bekka Prideaux to dive into the dynamics of delegation. We talk about how to improve your delegations skills, why delegation isn't just about having a team, and so much more. Get the inside scoop right here: smallbusinessboss.co/dynamics-of-delegation

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how it you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

Welcome to the Curious Choice Leader Podcast! In this episode, meet your host Bekka Prideaux and find out why she has started this podcast - it's not the podcast she was planning! Find out what this podcast is all about and join Bekka as she gets curious about leading through change and shares her hopes for the podcast.

In this episode, Bekka Prideaux talks about how she handled a stakeholder who didn't do what he said he would. She reminds us to make effective use of the people and the tools available to us to deliver the project.This interview is also available as a video at http://bit.ly/ScaryScarsThis is one of Pragmatic PMO's interview series "Scary Scars Shared". In these interviews, Ken asks Real Project Managers to share in around ten minutes what they learned from their most successful and their challenging project management experiences (scars).Sharing short, sharp, project lessons interviews like this is just one of the pragmatic pointers recommended in Ken's book “Learning lessons from Projects: How it works, why it goes wrong, and how it you can do it better”, available from Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBook

We’re all in search of the perfect balance of our responsibilities as a manager and getting our own work done. But is this elusive balance even possible or will we forever be pulled in too many directions?  Bekka Prideaux is a Leadership Development Coach and Consultant. Over the past 25 years, she has worked with some of the most recognizable brands in the world to develop great leaders, deliver successful projects and impressive business results. Her clients value her pragmatic and fun approach and the unique blend of experience and expertise that she brings. She believes that success starts with leading yourself and your teams and loves working with people to make that happen. Bekka and I talk about how to balance getting your own work done and being available to support your team. We get into the three key domains of a manager, dig into effective delegation, and the important nuances of communicating effectively with different team members. Read the related blog article: How to Balance the Three Roles of a Manager Join the Modern Manager community (www.mamieks.com/join) to access a community of supportive managers in our private Slack team. Get The Curious Choice worksheet and 10% off a coaching package with Bekka along with dozens of other guest bonuses and episode guides. If you work for a nonprofit or government agency, email me at mamie@mamieks.com for 20% off any membership level. Subscribe to my newsletter to get episodes, articles and free mini-guides delivered to your inbox.  KEY TAKEAWAYS There is no perfect equation to balancing the role of a manager. But, there is an ideal balance for you and your team at this moment in time. The Curious Choice model says managers have three core responsibilities that overlap in a Venn diagram: (1) leading or setting vision, (2) executing and ensuring others get work done, and (3) coaching and supporting team members. The amount of time you spend doing various activities within the Curious Choice model will depend on your team members, the goals you’re working towards, and other context. It’s important to check in every few months to be sure you’re allocating your time appropriately. Look for activities you can do that hit more than one of those core responsibilities in order to optimize your time. Delegating is a sweet spot as you can do all three at the same time: hand off work and ensure it gets done, explain how this work aligns to the bigger picture, and support the team member to develop new skills or know-how to do this work. Be specific and explicit about what you need from each of your team members. Make it easy for them to give you the right information at the right time, and set them up to successfully complete their work. Get to know your people by asking them questions and truly listening. When you align work with their personal interests, skills and goals, people do their best work. Be clear about when you’re available, and under what circumstances, and when you’re doing your own focused work. Set “office hours” or otherwise signal when people can interrupt you. The job of a manager is not to be putting out fires or rescuing people. Your job is to enable others to solve problems and get work done. Build relationships with your team members to understand what motivates them, how you can support them, and how they want to grow.  Communication is a two way street. You must communicate in a way that the other person understands and is able to act on the message. If the other person doesnt understand and cannot act, you’ve only transmitted, not communicated. Encourage your team to give you feedback, to let you know when you aren’t being clear. Graciously accept their questions and feedback so you can learn and do better. mamie@mamieks.com

We’re all in search of the perfect balance of our responsibilities as a manager and getting our own work done. But is this elusive balance even possible or will we forever be pulled in too many directions?  Bekka Prideaux is a Leadership Development Coach and Consultant. Over the past 25 years, she has worked with some of the most recognizable brands in the world to develop great leaders, deliver successful projects and impressive business results. Her clients value her pragmatic and fun approach and the unique blend of experience and expertise that she brings. She believes that success starts with leading yourself and your teams and loves working with people to make that happen. Bekka and I talk about how to balance getting your own work done and being available to support your team. We get into the three key domains of a manager, dig into effective delegation, and the important nuances of communicating effectively with different team members. Read the related blog article: How to Balance the Three Roles of a Manager Join the Modern Manager community (www.mamieks.com/join) to access a community of supportive managers in our private Slack team. Get The Curious Choice worksheet and 10% off a coaching package with Bekka along with dozens of other guest bonuses and episode guides. If you work for a nonprofit or government agency, email me at mamie@mamieks.com for 20% off any membership level. Subscribe to my newsletter to get episodes, articles and free mini-guides delivered to your inbox.  KEY TAKEAWAYS There is no perfect equation to balancing the role of a manager. But, there is an ideal balance for you and your team at this moment in time. The Curious Choice model says managers have three core responsibilities that overlap in a Venn diagram: (1) leading or setting vision, (2) executing and ensuring others get work done, and (3) coaching and supporting team members. The amount of time you spend doing various activities within the Curious Choice model will depend on your team members, the goals you’re working towards, and other context. It’s important to check in every few months to be sure you’re allocating your time appropriately. Look for activities you can do that hit more than one of those core responsibilities in order to optimize your time. Delegating is a sweet spot as you can do all three at the same time: hand off work and ensure it gets done, explain how this work aligns to the bigger picture, and support the team member to develop new skills or know-how to do this work. Be specific and explicit about what you need from each of your team members. Make it easy for them to give you the right information at the right time, and set them up to successfully complete their work. Get to know y

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Sally Leese of Sally Leese Associates to talk Resilience and preventing mental health issues at work, and Sally shares her top tips for managing your stress levels over Christmas.Bekka also shares her top business book picks for 2019This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 9 December 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meetsJonathan Reeves of Tax Matters to talk about knowing our business numbers, planning and making a profitLaura Winton of Digital Deconstructed and the Instagram Account Leighton Buzzard Local to talk about the importance of our local indepenent traders ahead of the Christmas Festival and Small Business Saturday - and what she sees in their future!There is an update on the train cummuters situation and more!This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 26 November 2019

Just because you’re an entrepreneur running a business, it doesn’t mean you relish being a leader. In this episode of the Small Business Boss podcast, I’m talking to leadership mentor Bekka Prideaux who’s helped me refine my leadership style in a way that works for me and is of service to my team. Get the scoop here: https://smallbusinessboss.co/leadership-mindset/

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets local commuters to discuss the current commuting challenges.The commuters interviewed included Andrew Selous who is currently standing for reelection as the local MP, Brian Snowdon, Laura Roberts, Hannah Reading and Amy Farnfield.This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 12 November 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meetsJon Pentel of Pen Telecom to talk about upcoming changes to TelecommunicationsErrol Thomas of Leighton Buzzard Better Speakers about how they help people overcome their fear of public speakingand Francis Thomas, Head of Corporate Affairs for London Northwestern Railways about the problems the May timetable changes have caused and what they are doing to get everything back on trackBekka also reviews the governments Get Ready For Brexit WebsiteOther websites we mention areChartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Brexit HubFederation of Small BusinessChartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentGrants for businesses that complete customs declarationsThis episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 29 October 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Simon Hancott of Ewe Move Estate Agents to talk about the state of the property market, the pro's and con's of being a landlord and why taking on a franchise was a great way for him to jump start his business.This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 15 October 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Alice Lewis of Alpha Marketing to talk about getting new customers using Networking and Website SEO.Bekka also reviews Leadership the Multiplier Effect by Andy Cope with Mike Martin and Jonathan PeachThis episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 1 October 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Richard Lattimer of Jam Crackers to talk protecting your business from cyber threats and fraud.Bekka is also joined by Jackie from Dress by Jas and Ben and Sarah from Mimic Gifts to talk about the state of retail in Leighton Buzzard.This show was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 17 September 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Dr Michelle Mazur to talk about her book 3 Word Rebellion. They discuss what a 3 Word Rebellion is, why every business needs one and how you can develop yours.She also meets Laura Hunt from The Loft Box to talk about their business mission and how being clear about it has helped their business grow and communicate effectively with their customers.Bekka also talks to Michael Wendler of Buzzard Networking about their upcoming event as she rounds up the Business What's On and the local business newsThis episode was first played on Leighton Buzz Radio on 3 September 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Fiona Peck of Pecks Farm Shop to talk Farming, Diversification and Sustainability. Bekka is joined by Jo from Kings Road Boutiques to review The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay PapasanThis show was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 23 July 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux meets Catherine Kite of Copy Kite and Kica Candles to discuss the challenges of running not one but two businesses. Bekka also reviews Simon Sinek's Start with Why and meets the local independent businesses who celebrated Independents Day on LB Market.The Independents we talked to included:HappydasheryMimic GiftsOven at 224Raven and BroomstickTK FurnitureYirrell ButchersThis show was first broadcast of Leighton Buzz Radio on 9 July 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux talks to Alex Jackson of Kappstad Motorcycle Adventure Tours about how a holiday in South Africa became a business. Priscilla Hansford of Brilliant Publications shares some of the secrets from 50 Secrets from the Science of Persuasion by Goldstein, Martin and Cialdini. Helen Suich tells us about her new shop Bits and Buds.Here are the linksKaapstad Motorcycle Adventure ToursKaapstad on InstagramBrilliant PublicationsBits and Buds This show was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 25 June 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux talks to Fluid Artist Gemma of GCC Artworks about turning her creative hobby into a business and balancing a retail based business with looking after a young family in the school holidays. Angela Jowett of Dolphin Team development tells us about the book 'How to Coach Your Team' which she co-authored with Pam Jones and Viki Holton. Gennaro Borrelli of LB First updates us on a planning application which will have a huge impact on the center of Leighon Buzzard.Here are the links to some of the events we mentionedLeadership Learning LunchBees Knees Business NetworkingThis show was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 11 June 2019

Leadership Development Coach and Consultant Bekka Prideaux talk to Gennaro Borrelli about how the work he does with LB First helps the center of Leighton Buzzard thrive. We take a look at the Leighton Buzzard winners in the 2019 Luton and Bedfirdshire SME Awards, talk about the local business news and events, oh and I review Mel Robbins' book The 5 Second Rule.And here are links to some of the events we mentionedLearning Lunch for local Business OwnersBees Knees Buzz NetworkingThis show was originally broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 28 May 2019

Leadership Development Coach Bekka Prideaux is joined by Chloé Peters from Jam On Toast and Emma Curzon from Olive Tree Marketing Solutions who share loads and loads of hints on how to get the most from your business social media. Genevieve Phillips who reviews Mary Portas' book Work Like A Woman, Sarah Prudames from Mimic gifts tells us all about her new Refill Service.This episode was first aired on Leighton Buzz Radio on 14 May 2019

Stress at Work is a major issue - The Mental Health Foundation tell us that 74% of people felt so stressed last year that they were unable to cope, The Health and Safety Executive report that 57% of work days lost were due to stress and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development research shows that 37% of organisations are reporting and increase in absences due to stress.In this episode Bekka Prideaux looks at what we can do to reduce these numbers. She talks to three different people to get three different perspectives on the issue. An employee shares how he suffered stress in the workplace, it's impact and what he now does to manage his stress levels. Amanda Smith, Independent HR Consultant shares an organisational perspective and Garry Higgins, a professional who works with individuals and organisations to help them thrive.This episode was originally aired on Leighton Buzz Radio on 30 April 2019Resources SharedThe Health and Safety Executive Stress At WorkThe Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development - The search function will give you lots of great resourcesStress Management SocietyMental Health First Aid

Leadership Coach Bekka Prideaux meets Ken Burrell of Pragmatic PMO to talk about Learning Lessons from Projects.She is also joined by Adam Peters who reviews Good to Great by Jim CollinsPacked with hints and tips that anyone can apply to their work and business, this episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 16 April 2019.You can find Ken's book, Learning Lessons from Projects, How it works, why it goes wrong and how you can do it better hereHere are the links to the resources Ken mentionedThe networking group where Bekka and Ken met www.PMOFlashMob.orgArticle on contracting https://pmoflashmob.org/so-you-want-to-get-into-pmo-contracting/ (free registration required)Video series Successes & Scars Shared http://bit.ly/SSSVideosBook on Amazon http://bit.ly/KensLLBookContractor’s HandBook I recommended https://amzn.to/2I35PLpIf you would like to join our business conversation click here.

Leadership Coach Bekka Prideaux meets Rocci Pearson of The Rocci Tree about radical career change and her approach to running her business. She is also joined by Michelle Audouard of Mind For Wellbeing who reviews Mindful Work by David Gelles. Farrah Khan of Leighton Linslade Town Council tells us about an upcoming networking event. Book your place here.Finally, David Kosky of Black Circle Records tell us how he is using World Record Store Day to promote his business. With ideas for everyone, this episode was first aired on Leighton Buzz Radio on 2 April 2019

Leadership Coach Bekka Prideaux meets local brewer Jon d'Este Hoare of The Leighton Buzzard Brewing Company. They talk about working with a small team, the importance of being a local business and part of the community, sustainability, and of course beer! Clare Wildman of You and a Book also joins Bekka to share her review of Raving Fans by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles. This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 19 March 2019

Leadership Coach Bekka Prideaux meets local florist Helin Suich who started her business, Bits and Buds by offering flower parties for children. Now with a much wider offering she talks to Bekka about the state of the flower industry and how she is leading her business through the uncertainty caused by BREXIT. She shares strategies that could easily be applied to other businesses and industries and even some benefits she is experiencing from the current situation.Bekka also shares a review of one of her favourite business books - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 5 March 2019

Meet the team behind the latest retailer on Leighton Buzzard High Street – Happydashery. Leadership Coach Bekka Prideaux chats to them about retail, setting up a business and working together. She also shares lots of hints and tips on building effective working relationships. This episode was first broadcast on Leighton Buzz Radio on 19 February 2019

Working as part of a virtual team has its own set of unique challenges. In this episode, Lysa Greer and Bekka Prideaux are sharing the challenges of virtual collaboration and their insights on creating working environments where everyone adds value and feels valued. Get the scoop here:https://smallbusinessboss.co/virtual-collaboration/