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  In this month's episode of Listen Up Landlords presenters NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle (@BeadleBen) and Richard Blanco (@richardblanco_) discuss the issue of affordability in the private rented sector – and challenge of finding the right tradesperson when you need them.  Ben and Richard are joined by Doug Hall, director of mortgage brokers 3MC and Freddie Bloor senior director of property investment platform and NRLA partner GetGround.  They talk interest rates, examine the current start of the mortgage market and explore the impact of increased costs on the sector – asking whether these pressures are forcing landlords to reconsider their future in the market.   Hannah Kenyon, representing the NRLA support team, talks about the calls coming into the phone lines this month, focussing on the impact of proposed changes under the Renters' Rights Bill.  The team is also joined by Emma Grant, head of trade experience & commercial partnerships at new NRLA partner Checkatrade.  She shares her tips on getting the right person for the job and – with a 166,000 shortfall in qualified tradespeople across the country – discusses what needs to happen to fill the skills gap, not least with new minimum energy efficiency standards set to increase demand exponentially.  If you enjoy the show, please spread the word on your social media channels using the hashtag #listenuplandlords.   For all podcast enquiries email press@nrla.org.uk    ACCREDITATION: You can now pick up a CPD point to be used towards NRLA accreditation by listening to the podcast. To log your point, visit the accreditation dashboard in the ‘Your Account' section of the NRLA website. Select ‘Other' then ‘NRLA Podcast' from the dropdown menu.   More information   To download a transcript of the podcast click here.  If you would like further details on how to become accredited with the NRLA click here.  For more information on NRLA partner GetGround click here.  For more details on NRLA partner Checkatrade click here. 

Imagine waking up each morning to a steady stream of leads coming into your trades business, without relying on Checkatrade, Facebook business pages, or chasing jobs.But here's the problem…  if you're still using the same old marketing methods as everyone else, you're blending in, losing big jobs, and constantly competing on price. This episode shows you how to break that cycle.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN AND KEY ACTIONS FROM THIS EPISODE:1. Discover the 20 most powerful ways to market your trades business 2. Learn the 3 different types of marketing strategy you must use 3. The 5 killer mistakes you are making that's causing burnout4. How to stand out from 99% of other trades and competitors5. The 5 hidden goldmine strategies that most tradies ignore And here's the best bit — you don't need a marketing degree to do any of this.Listen now to start attracting more customers to your business.BECOME A MEMBER: Join our ⁠⁠⁠Growth Club and get instant access⁠⁠⁠ to live marketing training, business coaching, courses and a thriving community of professional trades. Guaranteed to help you to achieve time and financial freedom. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: Join our free and thriving ⁠⁠⁠Facebook group and community ⁠⁠⁠APPLY TO JOIN OUR INNER CIRCLE: Apply to join our 12-month ⁠⁠⁠business and marketing coaching programme ⁠⁠⁠WHO WE HELP AND SUPPORTAt the Trades Freedom Club, we help tradesmen and tradeswomen such as Plumbers, Heating Engineers, Electricians, Renewable Energy, Plasterers, Builders, Joiners, Roofers, Flooring, HVAC, Glazing, Scaffolders, CCTV, Security companies and Sub Contractors to build, grow and scale their trades or construction businesses.

– Is AI in design ethical? What are the key ethical dilemmas?– Which parts of the design process can be effectively automated, and where should human creativity and focus remain essential?– What can't we automate?Speakers:– Eduardo Ribeiro, Brand Design Lead at Qonto– Max Brooks, Head of UX Design at CheckatradeHost: Aga Brzycka, Client Partner at NetguruThis session was a part of Disruption Forum Design Horizons.

"We all have a plan until we get punched in the face" - A mindset that helped transform a 25-year-old directory business into a tech-enabled marketplace. In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we sat down with Jambu, CEO of Checkatrade, who shared how he's leading the UK's largest trade platform through its next evolution. From his early days at Uber to now running a company with 500+ employees, Jambu opened up about the realities of leadership and transformation. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why Checkatrade is moving from an advertising model to a full-service marketplace ✅ How a tornado in West Sussex sparked the creation of a company that now serves millions ✅ Why the next wave of generational growth in trades is coming (and what's driving it) ✅ The truth about being a CEO - from 4:30 AM starts to the constant challenge of sustainable leadership Catch the full episode to hear Jambu's insights on the future of home improvement, dealing with competition, and why he believes trades will be one of the most lucrative careers in the coming years. ---- Chapters 00:00 Intro 05:10 Introduction to Checker Trade and Jambu's Role 10:09 Jambu's Journey to CEO 15:07 The Incumbent vs. Startup Mindset 20:04 The Future of Checker Trade and Technology Integration 25:07 Market Dynamics and Competition 30:06 Customer Experience and Go-To-Market Strategy 34:55 The Future of Trades and Opportunities 40:06 Advice for Tradespeople 48:11 The Multifaceted Role of a CEO 58:53 The Challenges and Responsibilities of Leadership

Can finding a tradesperson be as effortless as ordering a pizza? Today, we explore this question with Jambu Palaniappan, CEO of Checkatrade and former Uber executive, as he leads the digital transformation of the £59 billion UK home services industry. In this episode, Jambu shares his vision for bringing trust and efficiency to a sector that, while essential, has largely remained offline. Since its founding in 1998, Checkatrade has built a reputation as a trusted platform for connecting homeowners with vetted tradespeople, addressing a critical need that emerged after a natural disaster highlighted the risk of rogue traders. Now, Jambu is focused on evolving Checkatrade from a traditional lead-generation platform into a comprehensive, end-to-end marketplace that simplifies every step of the home services journey—from finding a qualified tradesperson to payment and review. Imagine a world where scheduling, cost estimation, and invoicing are all streamlined on one platform, giving users peace of mind and tradespeople a business management toolkit that's intuitive and effective. Checkatrade's digital roadmap includes innovations like a new consumer app, launched to enhance accessibility and engagement, and business tools that make quoting and invoicing seamless. But with rapid innovation comes the challenge of balancing trust and quality. Checkatrade's rigorous 12-step vetting process remains central to its mission, and the company continues to reject potential members who don't meet its standards—because, as Jambu puts it, “no one checks trades like Checkatrade.” Alongside technological advancements, Checkatrade is also addressing a shortage in skilled trades by partnering with over 500 schools to promote careers in the industry, making this digital transformation as inclusive as it is innovative. In our conversation, Jambu reflects on lessons from his career, including insights from Uber's rapid growth and his gratitude toward mentors who saw his potential. With new features on the horizon and plans to transform the home services market, what does the future hold for Checkatrade's digital journey? And will this blend of innovation and trust reshape how we navigate home improvement? Share your thoughts with us after tuning in!

Text us to share your thoughts This week we're joined by Kim Faura, a highly experienced C-Suite leader who's experience working at well-known brands such as giffgaff and Checkatrade meant for a fascinating conversation about his thoughts on leadership.Kim talks us through his ideas on what skills managers need to adopt in order to progress up the leadership ranks. Specifically, the need to be strategic in outlook through what he describes as 'deep curiosity'. We explore what this means and how leaders can demonstrate this in order to progress. Finally, we also discuss the importance of creating an outcome based culture, how leaders must create this and the benefits it can create for organisations and employees alike.  Ultimately, Kim agrees that while servant leadership and a collaborative approach to leadership is required, a good leader is one who "cares personally and challenges directly". A fascinating discussion indeed. Join us and be prepared to be challenged by Kim's thoughts on leadership. Guest BioKim Faura, an experienced Chief Marketing & Product Officer at both Checkatrade and prior to that, at Giffgaff. The Telecoms disruptor. Kim is currently doing consultancy work for both Telecommunications and Marketplace businesses. He's originally from Barcelona, Kim has been in London for 15 years since the Launch of giffgaff.Kim's 10 lessons after leaving giffgaff:https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-10-lessons-learned-giffgaff-kim-faura/ Visit our website www.humble.associatesOr check out our LinkedIn page to learn more about Humble Associates

Over the past month, I've spoken with several builders who've all expressed frustration with lead generation. They heavily rely on platforms like Checkatrade while neglecting the potential of their own digital presence.In this episode, I delve into a critical issue that holds many tradespeople back: the lack of a personal website. I explore why relying solely on lead generation services can be a costly mistake. Many tradesmen become comfortable with Facebook pages and Checkatrade profiles, but without a dedicated website, they miss out on a vital tool for growth. A personal website offers control, scalability, and a stronger brand presence—advantages that far outweigh the costs. I also address misconceptions about website costs and emphasise how a well-built site can generate a steady stream of high-quality clients.For tradespeople, your website isn't just another tool; it's your digital storefront. It's where you showcase your best work, build trust, and grow your business on your terms.Nauti Nerds is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

In this episode of A Little Bit Radical, Rob is joined by Jambu Palaniappan, the CEO of Checkatrade, to discuss the evolution of the platform, the future of the UK tech sector, and his journey from Silicon Valley to leading a British startup. Jambu shares insights into the challenges and opportunities within the home improvement industry, his leadership philosophy, and how he balances ambition with effective decision-making. This conversation also delves into Jambu's views on encouraging entrepreneurship in the UK and the importance of being comfortable with failure and ambiguity. In this episode, we discuss: Jambu's Background and Journey to the UK: From growing up in Silicon Valley to his early career at Uber, and what led him to Checkatrade. Leadership at Checkatrade: How Jambu approaches leading a well-established British brand with a focus on innovation, radical candour, and empowering his team. The Future of Checkatrade: Plans for expanding the platform's value for both consumers and trade members, including the launch of a new consumer app and improved lead management tools for trades. UK Tech Sector and Entrepreneurship: Jambu's optimistic view on the UK's potential in tech innovation and the need for a cultural shift towards embracing risk and failure. Balancing Work and Life: Jambu's personal routines, including fitness and family time, that help him maintain balance and focus as a leader. Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: The importance of writing down ideas to gain clarity and seeking feedback from industry experts to build conviction. Memorable Quotes: "Comfort with ambiguity will get you really far—it's something we as a society need to get better at." "We have a responsibility to think bigger, to ask how we can create 10 times or even 100 times more value." "There's a lot of power in writing things down; it brings clarity and helps you gain conviction in your ideas." Follow Jambu and Checkatrade: Jambu Palaniappan on LinkedIn: Jambu Palaniappan LinkedIn Checkatrade Website: Checkatrade Stay Connected with Rob and 'A Little Bit Radical': Rob Fawkes on LinkedIn: Rob Fawkes LinkedIn A Little Bit Radical Newsletter: Sign Up Here

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 82 of The Full Circl Podcast! Today we're joined by Jambu Palaniappan, CEO of Checkatrade, who discusses the company's role as the UK's largest marketplace for finding quality tradespeople. He highlights the importance of trust and the opportunity for technology to digitise the industry. Jambu shares his career journey, emphasising the value of work experience and the impact of environment. He offers advice for young people looking for jobs, including deep product research and showing initiative, whilst encouraging networking and learning from others. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Full Circl Podcast. We hope you found Jambu's insights valuable and that they inspire you on your own career journey. Stay tuned for more engaging discussions and valuable career advice in future episodes! The Full Circl Podcast takes a closer look into the lives and stories of aspirational leaders worldwide. A range of powerful themes are explored throughout each episode such as; the powerful stories of these Leaders, their pathway to success, and advice to Future Leaders. Find out more at - http://www.circl.org Follow us on Instagram - @‌Circlgram Follow us on LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/circllearning Be sure to like and subscribe for more episodes! Thank you for listening.

In this episode, Steve Sole discusses how he began within the industry just over 20 years ago, where he used to run his own business, Nice Man Big Van, in Brighton, which started from owning a luton van to carry his helium balloon, which he used for aerial photography, something he discovered during his solo travels early on in life. Steve ran Nice Man Big Van for 16 years, before reluctantly giving it up in 2019 due to ill health, caused by stress. Today, Steve works part-time for Global Immigration Relocation Moving Spain, based in Madrid, where he is helping with networking their business and social media presence. One of Steve's challenges was trying to recruit reliable and trustworthy people. Steve would like to change two things from his moving past, firstly, to have learned more about the HR side of the business, and secondly, to reach out more to help being offered (and to even ask for help) from individuals today. Steve's highpoints of being within the industry are achieving just under 900 verified Checkatrade reviews for Nice Man Big Van, as well as some of the people he got to move. The main thing Steve would like to change within the industry is the key exchange, but also dealing with unreliable porters. The advice Steve would give himself just starting out within the industry again is to vet staff better, and to remain at a small and manageable size. In the next 5 years Steve hopes to see his website, worldwideporters.com take off and be turned into an app. Industry wise, Steve sees automation taking over in the forms of AI, robots and driverless vehicles. Outside of the industry Steve enjoys cycling, but sold his bicycle before he relocated to Madrid, but he did keep and take his conga drums and electronic drumkit which he plays. Steve also enjoys magnet fishing with his wife. And as always, we end Moving Matters with some funny moving stories, of a sexual nature. Enjoy! Links: * Linkedin - Steve Sole (https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-sole-72a1951a4/) * Linkedin - Global Relocation (https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-immigration-relocation-moving-madrid-spain) * Facebook - Worldwide Porters (http://www.facebook.com/worldwideporters) Special Guest: Steve Sole.

Do we want ChatGPT to remember everything about us? Or, is this a new ChatGPT solution looking for a problem? We're covering ChatGPT's new cross-chat memory feature and how it might change the way you prompt. (For better or worse.) Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Ask Jordan questions on ChatGPTRelated Episodes:Ep 217: 7 Steps on How To ACTUALLY Use ChatGPT in 2024Ep 246: No that's not how ChatGPT works. A guide on who to trust around LLMsUpcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTimestamps:01:55 Daily AI news07:16 New ChatGPT memory feature08:08 Large language models struggle with remembering conversations.10:16 OpenAI posted about a new feature.15:06 Training AI to generate personalized responses efficiently.22:11 Temporary chats won't improve our GPT models.24:29 Problematic chat behavior requires better AI training.27:07 Custom instructions control informal tone and memory crossover.30:23 New memory feature slowing down response times.34:01 New memory feature works best with limits.36:00 AI newsletter referral contest for Meta Ray-Ban glasses.Topics Covered in This Episode:1. ChatGPT's New Memory Feature2. Benefits and Drawbacks of the Memory Feature3. Suggestions for Improving ChatGPT4. Application and Actual UseKeywords:Temporary chat, UI, memory feature, ChatGPT, AI news, Elon Musk, XAI startup, AI podcast, AI newsletter, AI giveaway, smart glasses, Doctor Harvey Castro, Michael, YouTube, user engagement, memory management, corrections, Checkatrade, chat history, training data, profile improvements, referral contest, meta Ray Bans, OpenAI, paid users, settings, UI/UX improvement, auto-commit memory.

In this episode, Martin Smith speaks to Tom Hajek, an independent consultant and head of strategic procurement at Checkatrade. They discuss the key ingredients for successful procurement transformation. Tom emphasises the importance of aligning procurement with high-level business objectives and applying a framework of people, processes, and technology. Tom also shares his methodology for prioritising transformation efforts and delivering commercial wins. He highlights the need for procurement to be perceived as a strategic enabler of the business and offers insights on attracting and developing procurement talent. Tom concludes by discussing the challenges faced by procurement teams and the profession as a whole.This episode of Talent Talks covers:1. Align procurement with high-level business objectives to deliver successful transformation.2. Prioritise transformation efforts based on stakeholder engagement and burning issues.3. Position procurement as a strategic enabler of the business to elevate its brand.4. Attract and develop procurement talent with a focus on aptitude, commerciality, and sound judgment.

Welcome to the latest installment of "Success is a System" featuring your host, Mike Greene. In this compelling episode, Mike engages in a riveting conversation with Kevin Byrne, an extraordinary entrepreneur whose journey from humble beginnings in a garden shed to a remarkable £76 million exit from Checkatrade exemplifies resilience and unwavering determination. Join Mike and Kevin as they delve into Kevin's captivating narrative of triumph over adversity, encompassing struggles with substance abuse, emotional turmoil, steadfast faith, setbacks, and enduring hardships on the path to extraordinary success. Through insightful dialogue, they unravel the pivotal moments that molded Kevin's trajectory and culminated in his remarkable achievement. Prepare to be moved by one of the most poignant stories yet on Success is a System!

This episode was recorded on March 10th, 2023. Discover the power of expectation and how it shapes our actions and behaviors. In this fascinating video, Kevin Byrne explores the link between our expectations and our decisions during times of recession. Find out how to navigate uncertain times and make the right choices. Don't miss this eye-opening episode and hit that subscribe button to never miss another insightful video! Kevin is a successful entrepreneur who built his company from scratch with no investment. He has won many awards, including Entrepreneur of the Year and Businessperson of the Year. His company has also won several awards and has been recognized for its efforts in combating rogue trading problems. Kevin is active in the media and shares his secrets of business success with future entrepreneurs. [Checkatrade.com](http://checkatrade.com/), a company he headed, became a monumental success in the UK, generating over an estimated 3.2 billion pounds worth of work for their trade members. Kevin is now a serial investor and runs a property portfolio, a gym, and a family charitable Foundation that helps rescue girls from the sex trade in Kathmandu and rescues children off the streets in Bangladesh. He is also a strong supporter of his local Hospices in the UK and believes that orphans and widows should be our main concern to help.   Find more from Kevin: Families Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/KevLisaEmilyRachelRuth   Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson/ Faceboook: https://www.facebook.com/MrsTammyMPeterson Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammy.m.peterson Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-5450434

Incredibly, the boss* has let Max and Jack make a second episode.This week Fascist foodies, cat coercion and intergalactic interior design. *please note, they are self-employedAnyway, do your bit by subscribing and sharing the show if you like it!@MaxDickinsWrites@IamJackBarryEdited by @TravisGlossopMusic by @_ben_osbornArtwork by @atillustration_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look back at the win at Kendal Town, look forward to the trip to Whickham in the FA Cup, and chat to top striker, former Shaker and Mr Checkatrade himself - Dom Telford...Subscribe to us wherever you get your podcasts, and follow The Mighty Shakers on social media... Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTokEmail - themightyshakers@outlook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of All About Apprenticeships, we're lifting the lid on apprenticeships in proferssional sport. Careers in professional sport are notoriously short - so how can apprenticeships prepare athletes for life after sport and what role do they play in helping young sporting stars stay on top of their game?Joining host Georgie Frost for this one are Liam Hurt, who played professional cricket for Lancashire and Derbyshire, but is now pursuing a new career in plumbing; Tye Raymont, who is in his first year as a professional rugby player at Sale Sharks - alongside his rugby he's doing a business management apprenticeship; and Andrew Jibson, the assistant academy manager at Sale Sharks.You can find Checkatrade's brand new apprenticeship and skills channel Home - About Apprenticeships and while you're there, you can also check out our Jobs Board to find an apprenticeship that's perfect for you.You can find more information about apprenticeships at @national_careers_service or head to Amazing Apprenticeships or UCAS for up to date information on current apprenticeship vacancies.

In this episode of All About Apprenticeships, it's all about the exam results....and what comes next. The dust has settled on another year of GCSE and A-Level results and that means it's decision time for millions of young people.But how do you know what the best option is, where do you look for help and how has the landscape changed for the class of 2023?  Joining Georgie Frost are Natasha Devon, a mental health campaigner who helps schools and students manage the transition from college or sixth form to the next stage, whether that's an apprenticeship, work, uni or a gap year. She's also the author of ‘Yes You Can - Ace School Without Losing Your Mind'. You can find Natasha on Instagram @_natashadevon.And Helen Everett, a careers advisor and the careers leader at Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School.You can find Checkatrade's brand new apprenticeship and skills channel Home - About Apprenticeships and while you're there, you can also check out our Jobs Board to find an apprenticeship that's perfect for you.You can find more information about apprenticeships at @national_careers_service or head to Amazing Apprenticeships or UCAS for up to date information on current apprenticeship vacancies.

In this episode of All About Apprenticeships, we're asking, how do we encourage the next generation of apprentices? And could a new breed of trade influencers hold the key?Joining Georgie Frost are electricians Amy Barratt-Singh and Danny Webb, who started their trade careers in their late 20s. They have since established their own company called 'The Power Couple,' where they share a passion for inspiring young individuals to pursue a career in the trades.You can find Amy on Instagram @amythesparky - and Danny @sparkymilan.You can find Checkatrade's brand new apprenticeship and skills channel Home - About Apprenticeships and while you're there, you can also check out our Jobs Board to find an apprenticeship that's perfect for you.You can find more information about apprenticeships at @national_careers_service or head to Amazing Apprenticeships or UCAS for up to date information on current apprenticeship vacancies.

In this episode of All About Apprenticeships, sponsored by Checkatrade.com, host Georgie Frost explores the role of apprenticeship training providers with Jill Whittaker, the CEO of HIT Training, the market leading expert ‘apprenticeship and training provider' for the UK's hospitality and catering industry, and KATE TAYLOR, the apprenticeship operations manager at City and Guilds Electrical Training.We also hear from PAUL JOYCE, Ofsted's Deputy Director for Further Education and Skills and RICHARD PEMBLE, a Specialist Adviser in Policy, Quality and Training at Ofsted, on the state of the nation's training providers, and what goes into making sure training providers are offering the very best training. You can find Checkatrade's brand new apprenticeship and skills channel Home - About Apprenticeships and while you're there, you can also check out our Jobs Board to find an apprenticeship that's perfect for you.You can find more information about apprenticeships at @national_careers_service or head to Amazing Apprenticeships or UCAS for up to date information on current apprenticeship vacancies.

We are back with season four of All About Apprenticeships, and this time we're sponsored by Checkatrade.com.And what better way to kick off a new (monthly) series than by talking to the brand new (reappointed) Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education Robert Halfon during the week in the year dedicated to all things apprenticeships - National Apprenticeship Week.Mr Halfon tells host Georgie Frost how he plans to ‘build and apprenticeships and skills nation', what ignited his passion for apprenticeships and why 'degree apprenticeship' are his two favourite words.  You can find Checkatrade's brand new apprenticeship and skills channel Home - About Apprenticeships and while you're there, you can also check out our Jobs Board to find an apprenticeship that's perfect for you.For more on National Apprenticeship Week check out National Apprenticeship Week |, you can also find more information about apprenticeships at @national_careers_service or head to Amazing Apprenticeships or UCAS for up to date information on current apprenticeship vacancies.

Checkatrade's chief product officer Kim Faura explains how the brand serves both consumers and trade customers, and discusses his previous experience at Giffgaff.

Glenn aka The Sky Blue Hub is joined by SBFTV regulars Rhys Small & Victoria Oakes to share their memories & thoughts on Coventry City's 2-1 win v Oxford Utd at Wembley in the Checkatrade trophy on the 5 year anniversary of that game. We discuss the return of Mark Robins to the club, the semi final win v Wycombe to get the Sky Blues to Wembley, the final at Wembley & our experiences of the day plus our thoughts on how big a turning point it was for the Sky Blues both on & off the field.

This week in season 6 episode 8 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre discuss how to commission bespoke furniture. Bespoke furniture can be a great addition to any home, especially if you want to maximise the space that you have! This week listen in as Audrey and Deirdre chat through what is involved in commissioning furniture, and ensure you know exactly what to do when looking for that special item for your home.  Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom

This week in season 6 episode 7 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre discuss their top tips for moving home. Moving home is regularly cited as one of the most stressful things a person can do. Audrey and Deirdre discuss their past experiences and offer advice on making the move as smooth as possible.  Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 6 episode 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre chat to Jane Middlehurst, co-founder of Home Notes ( https://homenotes.co/ ).    Home Notes help you to turn your house into your dream home, teaching you everything you need to know about renovating, sticking to a budget, and staying sane in the process. Renovating can be a daunting task for any homeowner, so tune in this week as Jane explains how to renovate better.   Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.    Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.  

This week in season 6 episode 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre chat to Vicki Tynan of Wheel Chic Home.  Ever since her husband was wheelchair bound due a primary progressive multiple sclerosis diagnosis, Vicki has been on a mission to find and share fabulously accessible inclusive chic interiors. In this week's episode Vicki chat's about her journey and shares some of her top tips for making your house beautifully accessible.  Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.  

This week in season 6 episode 4 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre discuss all things reupholstery.  Reupholstering has become a major trend in recent times. Whether you want to bring your mothers sofa back to life or you're reluctant to buy a new set of chairs for your antique table, Audrey and Deirdre discuss all you need to know.  Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 6 episode 3 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Audrey & Deirdre discuss 2021's Christmas decorating trends. It's never too early to start planning your Christmas decor and with Audrey's & Deirdre's top tips you're sure to find the perfect Christmas decor for your home this year. From a Cottagecore Christmas to sustainable decorations, this round-up of 2021's top Christmas trends has something for everyone. Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 6 episode 2 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey discuss colours of the year 2022 from Dulux to Pantone. If you're looking to add a pop of colour to your home then this episode will provide you with the inspiration you need. Discussing everything from the fresh and airy Bright Skies Dulux colour of the year to Pantone's bright and cheery shades, along with Farrow & Ball and Benjamin Moore's top picks, Audrey and Deirdre will teach you how to use these colours in your home. Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

The DnA of Home Interiors podcast has returned for season 6! In this first episode of the season, Deirdre and Audrey are joined by professional home organiser Helen Sanderson. Helen Sanderson helps people create beautifully organised, clutter-free homes. An expert on how our homes reflect our wellbeing and state of mind, Helen combines 10 years' experience of transforming cluttered homes and designing wellbeing spaces with her training in psychotherapy and mindfulness. Dealing with her clients' individual mindsets and situations, alongside their clutter brings unique insights into their relationship with their homes and how they can better enhance personal wellbeing. Helen has appeared on TV and BBC Radio and talks regularly at events such as Ideal Homes, MindBodySpirit and 100% Design. She has been featured in the FT, Telegraph, Mail, Readers' Digest, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Red and many others. Visit her website here. Season 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 8 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey are joined by Dan & Monty founders of Furniturebox to discuss the top tips for buying great value modern furniture online.  Launched in 2015 by Dan and Monty at the age of seventeen, Furniturebox is an expanding online furniture business dedicated to beautiful, quality and affordable products backed up with exceptional customer service. Discover their range of modern furniture here.   Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 7 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey discuss how to design a kids' bedroom. If you're looking for some top style tips or inspiration for your child's bedroom then this is the episode for you! Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 6 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey are joined by Toby Trigg of Tobias Oliver Interiors to discuss how to find your pieces of interior treasure.   Tobias Oliver Interiors provide professional interior design services delivering luxury interiors & furniture to discerning clientele throughout the UK and overseas. Based from their luxury lifestyle showroom, interior design studio and art gallery on Berkhamsted High Street, Hertfordshire. Discover their services and range of beautiful products at www.tobiasoliverinteriors.com. Follow them on Instagram @tobias_oliver_interiors.   Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

The Euros are done, and whilst we are still in mourning, the league football is back. What better way to get ready for #SAFC to come then by starting the campaign with a Sunderland special? Bristol Rovers defender, and former Sunderland man, Jack Baldwin joins me for an hour to chat the trials and tribulations of being a Sunderland player in the third tier. Enjoyed the episode? Follow us at @WhatTheFalkPod, or like and subscribe via your favourite podcast app. McGeady - are the rumours true? What happened after that Coventry 5-4 game? Playing in front of 90k a Wembley Adjusting to Netflix being in and around the club at all times #JackBaldwin #Sunderland

This week in season 5 episode 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey discuss the top home interior mistakes that people make. Be sure to listen to this episode to avoid these mistakes in your home!   Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is the founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 4 of The DnA of Home Interiors podcast, Deirdre and Audrey debunk some of the most common interior design myths. So forget everything you think you know about interior design and listen up to this insightful conversation! Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by Checkatrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is the founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 3 of the DnA of Home Interiors Podcast, Deirdre and Audrey discuss gift ideas for the home, what to give and what not to give. Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by CheckaTrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

This week in season 5 episode 2 of the DnA of Home Interiors Podcast, Deirdre and Audrey are joined by John O'Leary, design director of Swyft Home to discuss the design and innovative approach of both Swyft's sofas and business. A Swyft sofa is delivered next day and fits through any doorway or up any staircase making it the perfect sofa choice. Season 5 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by CheckaTrade. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted and monitored tradespeople for free at www.checkatrade.com.  Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their home interior design www.audreywhelan.com. Follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre McGettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture and home furnishings; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place at www.ufurnish.com. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

In this episode of the What's Next podcast, we speak with Tina Fegent, a leading specialist and consultant in Marketing Procurement. Marketing Procurement is the buying of goods and services that support an organisation's Marketing investment. It covers the Marketing 4 P's – Product; Price; Place (Distribution) and Promotion. It is a wide-ranging category covering spend areas such as advertising through to the negotiation of sponsorship contracts. Tina gives her insight into how Marketing Procurement has grown, evolved and where it is headed. The What's Next podcast explores big ideas and innovative thoughts on the future of Marketing and Advertising. Our guests come from varied backgrounds across the industry; the topics we seek to cover include cultivating positive company culture, consumer & industry trends, leadership and more. ** ABOUT TINA FEGENT ** Tina Fegent was one of the first to work in Marketing Procurement over 25 years ago. Tina then established many of the first Marketing Procurement teams in the UK for Cellnet (Telefonica), SB (GSK) and Orange & France Telecom. From Lucozade Sports bottles to Orange Arrows Formula One Racing, there isn't a category of marketing that she hasn't procured. She was then the first Procurement person to work agency side at Grey Advertising and Lowe London as their Commercial Director. An experience that taught her how agencies work commercially. In 2006 she set up Tina Fegent Consulting to offer a Marketing Procurement Consultancy service to clients. Recent clients (in the last 12 months or so) have been Amazon, SSE, PepsiCo, Halfords, Imperial Tobacco, Checkatrade, P&O Ferries and Aldi. She works at a strategic level to help identify what is required to make marketing procurement successful in an organisation. Market knowledge and stakeholder engagement being some of her key attributes. She manages and works alongside clients and agencies to make sure the best commercial relationship is in place. She also mentors and trains marketing procurement teams and individuals. She has chaired the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Specialist Knowledge Group on Marketing Purchasing since its inception in 2006. She was a key contributor to the Magic and Logic initiative and am a regular speaker globally on Marketing Procurement. And very proudly she was the first Marketing Procurement person to appear in Campaign's Annual A List of the most powerful people in the Advertising industry! She is also the volunteer Director of Recruitment for the Conscious Advertising Network, which is trying to make sure that the industry ethics catches up with the technology of modern advertising, and brands are being asked to sign up and support the 6 manifestos that are in place to counteract topics such as fake news and ad fraud. ** TINA'S LINKS ** www.tinafegent.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-fegent-fcips-2103573 https://twitter.com/tinafegent ** FOLLOW US ** www.thewhatsnextpodcast.com www.instagram.com/activeintworld www.twitter.com/activeintluk

Procurement has long been overlooked within the marketing sector, but the recent global shutdown and the - almost - overnight change in how we do business showed just how important it is to be able have a speedy and agile procurement process in place. And who better to explain just how vital the specialism is for the marketing world than Tina Fegent who, with 25 years experience, is one of the countries leading experts. Tina established many of the first Marketing Procurement teams in the UK and there isn't a category of marketing that she hasn't procured. In 2006 she set up Tina Fegent Consulting to offer a Marketing Procurement Consultancy service to clients. Recent clients have included Amazon, SSE, PepsiCo, Halfords, Imperial Tobacco, Checkatrade, P&O Ferries and Aldi.This episode covers:   * Why procurement is such a vital part of the agency ecosystem* If you pitch marketing agencies - you need to target procurement as part of your sales strategy * How procurement usually works within agencies * How to approach procurement in order to sell to them * The power of creating specific events if you're looking to open doors with procurement teams at agencies * What shifts procurement is seeing now that the focus of protecting business from the pandemic is calming down * Why recent situations have shown that speed and agility are right at the top of the procurement essentials list * What will happen if clients are going to expect work-from-home overhead reductions to be reflected in agency pricingWord on the Street is sponsored by Kulea.ma, the default Business Development and Marketing Automation platform for agencies and their clients. To learn more about Kulea's Business development and marketing services and technology, visit www.kulea.maLinks & referencesKatie Street: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestreet/Tina Fegent https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-fegent-fcips-2103573/Tina Fegent Marketing Procurement and Consulting https://tinafegent.com/Get in touch: hello@street.agency"The press didn't help sometimes because you did see some poor action, which was then exemplified and you had people jumping on the bandwagon, but everyone has learned from it  [11:30] Procurement is a target market for new business and also for long term growth as well [12:05] I think procurement is going to play more of an important role as we go to better ethics, which is what sustainability is about; looking at your supply chain and D & I to make sure you've got that balance  [15:30]  Sometimes the problem with procurement is we just see the tactical end of marketing, we don't see the other steps [20:50]Doing a little bit of market research makes all the difference. If you're looking for a procurement person, why not look them up on LinkedIn, it's such an obvious thing. It's those things that do make all the difference [25:40] There was a study done by Accenture last year which said that procurement, as a whole, has been really slow to adopt digitisation [27:55]There's lots of systems out there, I think you'll start to see consolidation of those [29:15] I think on the on-going management of suppliers and agencies you'll start to see more AI and technology being used [30:35]Profile, that's what a lot of agencies fall down on [35:25]

In the second of our special National Apprenticeship Week episodes, Georgie Frost chats to Helen Booth, from the Homeserve Foundation, and John Frith, from Checkatrade, about the findings of the independent ‘UK Domestic Trade Skills Index'. The report has found that we're facing a trade skills shortage that could threaten Britain's economic recovery - and Helen and John tell Georgie how apprenticeships and government action could help address the problem. Listen, subscribe and leave a rating in all your usual podcast places, and check out the HomeServe Foundation @HSV_Foundation. And to join in the conversation about National Apprenticeship Week on social media, use the hashtags #BuildtheFuture and #NAW2021

Another packed week on The Clive Holland Show on Fix Radio, you can catch the full show Monday to Thursday 1-4 on Fix Radio.Alex Cubitt, Chief Growth Officer at Checkatrade joined Clive to talk about their Alexa integration to make finding Tradespeople easier for customers.Naomi Caulfield from Rift Refunds came on the show to talk about tax refunds that may be available if your business has been affected during Covid-19.Ian Hodgkinson joins Clive to discuss how so far he has avoided material and supply shortages and gives advice on how to stay ahead.Sean Wilkins Technical Manager from the Brick Development Association came on to talk about brick supply and distribution around the country.Enjoy

We've had a short break, but we're back with Season 4 of The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast! In our first episode of this Season, Audrey Whelan and Deirdre Mc Gettrick are joined by the Creative Director of Dulux, Marianne Shillingford. With a career which has spanned over 30 years, starting with Marianne painting traditional fairground rides, Audrey and Deirdre speak with Marianne as she shares with us her great tips on choosing colour and different paint finishes as well as detailing how to achieve the latest trend of colour blocking. Find out more about our guest, Marianne Shillingford here: https://marianneshillingford.com/ Season 4 of The DnA of Home Interiors is proudly sponsored by www.checkatrade.com. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted, and monitored tradespeople for free at Checkatrade.com. Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their own home interior design https://www.audreywhelan.com/. Follow on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre Mc Gettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and comparison website for furniture; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place https://www.ufurnish.com/. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia and Richard Harpin join James Ashton to discuss starting a business in a pandemic, coping in a crisis, long-term ambition and being kind to yourself. Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia is the founder and executive chair of Snoop, a banking app designed to help consumers save money on bills and day-to-day spending that recently raised £10m via crowdfunding. Dame Jayne-Anne spent six years at Norwich Union, before founding Virgin Direct and then Virgin One, which was acquired by Royal Bank of Scotland in 2001. Her next venture was challenger bank Virgin Money, which swallowed much of the collapsed Northern Rock. It listed on the stock exchange in 2014 and was bought by another lender, CYBG, in 2018. Richard Harpin is chief executive of Homeserve, the home repairs firm that helps more than 8m customers worldwide with burst pipes and heating breakdowns and runs the Checkatrade tradespeople website. He founded the firm in 1993 as a joint venture with South Staffordshire Group and successfully revived the business after it was hit with a giant £31m fine for mis-selling in 2014. Harpin’s business training came through Procter & Gamble’s brand management programme and a stint as a management consultant at Deloitte. Now he backs entrepreneurs by investing in promising start-ups. Leading is supported by Lockton, the world’s largest privately-owned, independent insurance broker. Lockton's independence means its 8,000 associates worldwide are free to focus solely on their clients' risk and insurance needs. To hear more from Lockton experts, please visit locktoninternational.com/gb/insight For further details of this series, follow @leadingpod or go to leadingpod.com James Ashton’s book The Nine Types of Leader (bit.ly/NINEbook) is available to order now.

Sixteen years ago Gayle Carpenter took a risk. She left the security and support of full-time employment as a design director to start her own creative and brand agency.    Just two weeks after launching Sparkloop Gayle found herself pitching to Red Bull UK. She won the contract and still counts Red Bull among her clients today along with some other household names including The Prince's Trust, Prudential, Checkatrade, Homeserve and Asics.   Gayle has kept her vision, kept her team small and focussed, and has offices in London and Bath to maximise business opportunities.  In this episode she shares her personal business journey and the principles of how to create an authentic brand as well as giving her advice for women in leadership roles. Hint: It really is time to ditch the power suits! Host: Patricia Keating Guests: Gayle Carpenter, founder Sparkloop www.sparkloop.com Follow Tech Manchester: Twitter: @tecmcr LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/techmanchester/ Facebook: Tech Manchester 

In this episode of The DnA of Home Interiors, Audrey Whelan and Deirdre Mc Gettrick are joined by Architect and multiple international design competition awardee, John Allsopp.   John's profession as an architect came about as a direct result of his passion for building skateboard ramps in the late 1980's. Having previously worked as Project Director at Kelly Hoppen Interiors, join us as we discuss John's experience to date and the processes behind the designs at his award winning architectural practice.   Find out more about our guest, John Allsopp here: https://www.john-allsopp.com/   Season 3 of The DnA of Home Interiors is now proudly sponsored by www.checkatrade.com.   Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted, and monitored tradespeople for free at Checkatrade.com.   Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their own home interior design https://www.audreywhelan.com/. Follow on Instagram @audreywhelandesign.   Deirdre Mc Gettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and discovery website for furniture; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place https://www.ufurnish.com/. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

In this episode of The DnA of Home Interiors, Audrey Whelan and Deirdre Mc Gettrick are joined by Wayne, Founder of Wayne de Wet Decorating Services, on site from his latest project in Norwich. Wayne will be discussing his business, his 40 year decorating background as well as how he works with his numerous clients, many of whom wait a very long time for his services. He will also be sharing some great advice to make sure you know how to find your perfect tradesperson. Find out more about our guest, Wayne de Wet here: https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/waynedewet/ Season 3 of The DnA of Home Interiors is now proudly sponsored by www.checkatrade.com. Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted, and monitored tradespeople for free at Checkatrade.com. Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their own home interior design https://www.audreywhelan.com/. Follow on Instagram @audreywhelandesign. Deirdre Mc Gettrick is founder of ufurnish.com, an online search and discovery website for furniture; browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place https://www.ufurnish.com/. For more content and home inspiration, follow on Instagram @ufurnishcom.

In this week's podcast, Deirdre and Audrey have Charlotte Carter, Service Delivery & Business Change Director from Checkatrade.com to discuss how we can all find the perfect tradesperson for our homes. . What kind of reviews should you look for? Do they have any photos of their work? How local should you look to find the perfect tradesperson? How do I get an accurate quote? Which quote should I go with? There are so many questions involved when looking for a trustworthy person to come into your home, but fear not, Charlotte has some great advice to make sure you find your perfect tradesperson. . Need work doing around your home? Stop worrying about unreliable recommendations or having to do it all yourself. Easily choose from over 43,000 recommended, vetted, and monitored tradespeople for free at Checkatrade.com . Season 3 of The DnA of Home Interiors is now proudly sponsored by www.checkatrade.com . . Audrey Whelan offers professional interior design services and workshops to educate people on their own home interior design https://www.audreywhelan.com/, follow her on Instagram @audreywhelandesign . ufurnish.com is an online search and discovery website for furniture, browse over 100+ amazing retailers all in one place https://www.ufurnish.com/ For more content and home inspiration, follow us on Instagram @ufurnishcom

John Frith, Chief People Officer at Checkatrade talks to our Founder, Hadie Perkas, about keeping tabs on employee engagement & reward & recognition in a Covid world. Visit www.thegiftclubnews.com for more news, blogs, articles and thoughts on gift cards, loyalty, rewards and engagement from around the world

On this week's podcast, Deirdre and Audrey tell you all you need to know about how to design your dream hallway.   Deirdre and Audrey will give you plenty of advice and things to take into consideration, such as what flooring should you use in a hallway? How do you decorate a hallway, and what furniture can you use to make use of the space? We cover it all, so keep listening…  

This week Deirdre and Audrey will give you all the information you need to help you choose the right dining table for your home. When it comes to deciding upon a dining table, there are many things to consider such as what space you have, how many people you need to accommodate while ensuring they have enough room, do you select a round or a rectangle table or one that extends, do you buy a wood or glass table? Don't panic though, Deirdre and Audrey have amazing advice on all of these questions and will give you many more handy tips along the way!

This week Deirdre and Audrey discuss all things gardens with our special guest, Ciar Byrne! When using your garden to create another “room” for your home, there are many things to consider, including how we transition the indoors to the outdoors. We can use lighting to ensure we enjoy the outdoors well after the sun goes down, and there's plenty of outdoor furniture to decide upon to make it a place we want to relax in. We'll help you think about all the practical, important and fun things, from drainage to wildlife to flower displays! This is a great episode, so be sure not to miss it! Ciar Byrne has a wealth of experience when it comes gardens! Ciar has been a journalist for over 20 years, and is currently the gardening columnist for The Lady magazine. She uses her personal experiences and knowledge from her RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horticulture certificate and training as a garden designer (under the world-renowned designer Rosemary Alexander) at the English Gardening School to bring you the best advice for your outdoor living space. https://carrotsandcalendula.co.uk/

We've had a short break, but we're back with Season 3 of The DnA of Home Interiors Podcast! . This week Deirdre and Audrey discuss home offices, and how to create the right environment to ensure maximum productivity! . When creating a home office, we can get inspired by some of the Instagram-worthy ones we see, like the cool under-the-stairs workspaces, but practically speaking for long term use, they're not always best to help provide a good working environment. . Other things to consider is creating a space that is comfortable, not just stylish; think about a chair with proper back support, a desk that is the right height, and provides good lighting to help your eyes. Deirdre and Audrey have loads of great advice on all this and more, so click play, and enjoy! .

This week Deirdre and Audrey discuss open plan living spaces, and how to make sure you can zone the different areas you need for a truly functional home. Perhaps you'd like a more snug dining space and a larger living room area, or maybe the ability to be able to adapt the spaces for when you have guests to allow a larger dining area when you require it appeals to you, whatever you need, Deirdre and Audrey have some great advice on achieving these features! Deidre and Audrey have some fantastic tips from extendable tables with easy lighting adaptions, types of room dividers to positioning radiators and plug sockets; so if you want to change up your open plan living area or are planning an extension, this episode is filled with tonnes of advice to inspire you!  

In this episode of Coffee with a Coach, we’re joined by Adam Walsh, L&D business partner at Checkatrade. We discuss Adam’s coaching journey so far, his thoughts on the changing attitudes towards coaching in the current organisational climate and how he’s helping to bust the myths of coaching.

Millwall next. They really need the points. The Den is going to be a cauldron. The Beesotted crew of Billy TheBee Grant. Laney (briefly). Matt The Allard. And Savvy Bee met up in the virtual joint to discuss the Reading loss. The B team winning the Middlesex Senior Cup and asked whether their presence in the cup was similar to B teams in the Checkatrade trophy.  And they looked forward to the Millwall match. 0 mins - INTRO 5 mins 35 sec - Bees and Reading fans discuss post Reading match 10 mins - Bees fans discuss Reading game 23 min 56 sec mins - Positive news - Brentford win the Middlesex Senior Cup. But we ask the question - are B teams in non-league cup competitions acceptable? 48 mins 34 sec - Beesotted crew chat Millwall 55 min 26 sec - END

Jake Smith is joined by Ryan Stillwell and Jeff Harris to discuss THAT Checkatrade Trophy Final against Sunderland. And we get the reaction of the fans that went to Wembley!

David Prutton is joined in the studio by Liam Rosenior and Kieran Maguire, a lecturer in football finance at the University of Liverpool, as they talk through Birmingham’s nine-point deduction and the possible takeover at Bolton. They also look ahead to a Wembley sell-out for the Checkatrade trophy between Portsmouth and Sunderland, whilst the race for promotion to the Premier League hots up as Championship returns after the international break.

It's hard to buy anything these days without being asked to rate or review it. Evan Davis and guests look at how have businesses such as Tripadvisor, Feefo and Checkatrade have altered the relationship between companies and consumers? Do you trust the wisdom of crowds more than an expert's view? Guests Matt West, Chief Executive of Feefo Rob Paterson, Chief Executive of Best Western Hotels GB Caroline Wiertz, Professor of Marketing and Associate Dean for Entrepreneurship at the Cass Business School in LOndon

After a week of drama, following our victory over Bristol Rovers to reach Wembley, and a crazy draw against Wycombe Wanderers in the league, the lads gather in the studio to discuss all things SAFC - Joined this time by the Echo's Richard Mennear! You can listen, for free as usual, on iTunes, Acast, Spotify, and of course YouTube. Get stuck in!What are we talking about?Wembley; The lads analyse the victory over Bristol, the aftermath, and #TicketgateWycombe; We look at the events as they unfolded on Saturday in a turbulent game with Ainsworth's menWe look at the issues we've been having at the back, and wonder what Jack Ross could actually do to rectify the situation;Honeyman; So what happened there then, and who will take the Captains armband when we come to face Portsmouth in the final?With every single game left now being of vital importance to our promotion hopes, how do the lads think we'll approach them, and do they believe we've got enough left to get us over the line?There's a ridiculous amount to cover this week.. Too much to write down here. So you'll just have to listen in! Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's an away day treat as Rory Fallow and Tom Walsh guide you through their respective trips to Bristol Rovers. We hear from Rory (and his dar) and Tom pre-match as they speak with fans about their expectations of the day's game as well as ruminating on recent form and fixtures, League One, and Checkatrade glory or promotion? Post match we get player rating chat from Craig and Matthew as well as further reflections from Rory (and his dar) and Tom. It's rambling, it's raw. it's drunken and it's fun. Enjoy!

It's an away day treat as Rory Fallow and Tom Walsh guide you through their respective trips to Bristol Rovers. We hear from Rory (and his dar) and Tom pre-match as they speak with fans about their expectations of the day's game as well as ruminating on recent form and fixtures, League One, and Checkatrade glory or promotion? Post match we get player rating chat from Craig and Matthew as well as further reflections from Rory (and his dar) and Tom. It's rambling, it's raw. it's drunken and it's fun. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sam Ricketts talks to the press after the Checkatrade penalty defeat away to Port Vale #salop

Jimbo is joined by Duncan Alexander, David Preece and Tom Williams to round up the Premier League's midweek games and look ahead to Chelsea v City et al. Plus: the lowdown on Ralph Hasenhüttl; Alisson v Ederson; and Monaco or bust RUNNING ORDER:  • PART 1: An odd edition of Man U v Arsenal (02m 10s) • PART 2a: Fulham 1 - 1 Leicester - and United v Fulham preview (09m 30s) • PART 2b: Much love for Wolves as Chelsea flounder… (13m 50s)
 • PART 2c: …with City next (20m 30s) • PART 2d: Bournemouth v Liverpool preview (27m 20s) • PART 3: Who is Ralph Hasenhüttl? - with Rafa Honigstein (38m 00s) • PART 4: Time to talk about Brighton and the rest of the PL weekend (45m 50s) • PART 5a: Scotland, Checkatrade, Europe and MLS news (52m 50s) • PART 5b: The odds with Paddy Power’s Lee Price (61m 50s) • PART 6: The langoustine incident / Exeunt omnes (63m 40s)  GET IN TOUCH:
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Sam Ricketts talks to the press after the 2-1 Checkatrade win over Walsall #salop

An Amazing insightful discussion with Kevin Byrne the founder of Checkatrade.com.Kevin has recently sold his business for £78 Million and was the majority stakeholder. We speak about how he started the business all the way to him selling it to Homeserve and becoming a Decamillionaire.Support the show here - https://www.patreon.com/join/offthetoolsA must-listen for anyone in the Plumbing & Heating Industry, Get an insight into how to build a successful, profitable business in the trades and construction industry.Come join our community of like-minded, success-driven entrepreneurs today - https://www.facebook.com/groups/offthetoolsCheck out Wayne Bettess's businesses here - https://www.waynebettess.co.ukhttps://www.uberplumb.co.ukhttps://www.yournewboiler.comWant to work with Wayne Bettess with someone to one business coaching? Visit here for more information - https://waynebettess.co.uk/2019/09/06/workingwithwayne/Entrepreneur, Mindset, Focus, Leadership, Marketing, Success, Goals, Targets, Support the show (https://www.waynebettess.co.uk)

Danny Coyne talks to the press after the 2-1 Checkatrade win at Crewe sees Town top the group #salop

Ben and Gary discuss the goings on against Forest Green Rovers, the impending Checkatrade exit after the Wolves U21 game, and the first round of the FA Cup against Northampton!    As ever, drop us your questions on Twitter, leave us a review and we'll see you next week!   (Apologies to those of you who got the early round of this one - Left the audio from the start of last week's in the edit! - B)

Tune in to the fifth episode of the Bescot Beat, the Walsall podcast brought to you by the Express and Star team. Nathan Judah is joined by Joseph Masi as they discuss the win at Bristol, the Checkatrade trophy and some international break karting! Joe chats about Kory Roberts' new contract and takes a look at the latest Walsall accounts. As always the boys answer all your burning questions and there is the chance to win all three Saddlers shirts! You can contact the team behind the Bescot Beat by emailing Walsallpodcast@expressandstar.co.uk. Music: www.Purple-Planet.com

Tune in to the latest episode of the Shropshire Football Podcast here, with Joe Edwards, Lewis Cox and Luke Hatfield. This week, the trio talk through a host of results for both Shrewsbury Town and Telford, whilst also reviewing Joe's visit to an old Bucks caretaker boss! Of course, they bring you the much-loved 'Welly Watch' segment and touch on TNS too - while also offering up plenty of healthy football debate! A new double-barrelled Hall of Famer is welcomed into the podcast too! You can tune into the podcast every other week, make sure to ask your questions or comment on the latest episode by emailing Shropshirepodcast@shropshirestar.co.uk. Music: www.Purple-Planet.com

After a period of frustrating draws, the last week has seen a vast improvement from the Stags who put three points on the board in the league, before coming from behind to beat Checkatrade Trophy holders Lincoln in their own back yard in midweek, kicking off this seasons group stages This week with Nathan away at sea, Craig, Cam and Simon look back on the past two games and continue the debate over if a cup competition such as the Checkatrade, should be taken seriously. There's also chat about Otis Khan and his player of the month nomination, Jacob Mellis, Calum Butcher, the goalkeepers and much more - including your comments and questions from the live feed. With no game on Saturday, the Podcast will return on Thursday 20th September, 6.30pm....ish on our facebook page Follow the journey at www.mtfcmatters.co.uk Hosted by - Craig Priest Panelists - Cam Felton, Simon Mercer Additional Media Content - Mansfield Town Football Club / iFollow Stags

So its time for STFC to head to Wembley but not before dispatching with Oxford in the league to mvoe back to Second and the automatic promotion positions. This EP recaps the Oxford win, the salop news including the team of the year announcement and then concludes with an in depth preview off the Checkatrade final. Thanks for listening, hopefully this kills an hour of your journey to London this weekend. Up the Town Salopcast

Paul Hurst talks to ShrewsWeb after the Checkatrade semi-final at home to Yeovil Town was postponed.

Paul Hurst talks to the press after the 2-1 win at home to Oldham in the Checkatrade quarter-final #salop

CEO on West Ham, Tickets, CheckaTrade and Safe Standing - full interview available on IFollowShrews - https://www.shrewsburytown.com/ifollow/

Paul Hurst talks to the press after the CheckaTrade win over Blackpool

Danny Parkinson caught up with Against League 3 James Cave to chat Checkatrade

Our cup runneth over this week, FA, Checkatrade and FA once moreCrawley Town cup tie produced three excellent goals and a place in round 2, also our lowest ever FA Cup attendance at the DW Stadium.The second round draw produced the tie that most of us wanted, AFC Fylde away, but it has left the club with a dilemma over ticket allocation.League 1 round up, Si gives us a run down of the League 1 clubs cup exploits, plus Blackpool making headlines in the courts.Goodbye Checkatrade, a four nil drubbing by Accrington, a team full of kids and our youngest ever player at first team level, Jenson Weir, 15 years and 280 days old.We finish off with a tale about a pigeon making a serious splash.

Chris Doig speaks to the press after the 3-0 CheckaTrade win over WBA U21s #salop

Dan and Dom are joined by Rosie as this weeks pod reviews Exeter's win over newly promoted Lincoln as well as previewing the upcoming games against Cheltenham and then Yeovil in the Checkatrade trophy. Let us know what you think!

Brain Caldwell talks to ShrewsPlayer about the CheckaTrade and on Chris Smith

Blackburn are up next for Brentford as the international break has been put well and truly to bed. And for the Bees, its not been a bad window at all. Whilst the first team have had their slippers on, the B Team has gone on to beat Manchester United, Wigan and Dundalk in the past 7 days to really move some of their young players into contention for Championship team action. The Beesotted crew linked up in The George IV pub in Chiswick to shoot the breeze. And they chatted bout the new Brentford badge (aka Wasp-gate), the abolition of the idea of League 3 (The Whole Game Solution) and the contradiction of the football league fining teams for fielding youngsters in the CheckATrade trophy. TV matches and the ridiculousness of Newcastle's switch to the Monday. The B team's victory against Dundalk with the rumours flying around of a few players we were scouting from them. Plus we look forward to the match at Blackburn at the weekend. In the boozer: Billy Grant Matt Allard Liberal Nick Carthew Ali Mullaley 0m - Intro & more thoughts on Brentford's new badge feedback 14m 44 sec - The scrapping of League 3 and 'The Whole Game Solution' idea, The CheckATrade Trophy banning teams for fielding youngsters and Newcastle match moving to a Monday night with 7 days notice to switch back to the original Saturday 44m 51 sec - Beesotted crew discuss Brentford B Team's victory against Dundalk and rumours of a few players scouted 53m 15 sec -With the BBC Price of Football survey just being released (literally) the crew discuss whats worth the cash ... and what's not .... 1hr 11m 45 sec - Beesotted crew chat Blackburn 1hr 22 m 38 sec - END #BrentfordFC #brfc