Podcast appearances and mentions of Nick Davies

Procurement is central to the operation of modern government but, following a series of high-profile scandals, is often controversial. Much of the criticism has focused on the role of the biggest suppliers, some of whom have become household names for the wrong reasons. But who are these big suppliers and how dependent is the government on them? This special episode of Inside Briefing will tell you everything you need to know about how much the government actually spends with big suppliers, the kind of services these companies provide, how well do they perform compared to other suppliers, and how effective the government is at holding them to account. With IfG programme director Nick Davies, former Cabinet Office minister Francis Maude, Capita Public Service CEO Richard Holroyd, the TUC's Director of Organising Public Services and Skills Sian Elliott, and Gus Tugendhat, Founder of Tussell. This podcast episode is kindly supported by Tussell. Produced by Candice McKenzie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Institute for Government webinar brought instant expert analysis of the prime minister's plans to radically overhaul the British state. Ahead of his speech, Keir Starmer told officials he wants to unshackle them from bureaucracy to stop their talent being "constrained”, and to create an “agile, mission-focused and more productive” civil service. But planned job cuts across the civil service and a clampdown on quangos and regulators have seen the government's reform blueprint dubbed “Operation Chainsaw” – echoing Elon Musk's DOGE plans for reforming the US government. So what is in the PM's plan? What will it mean for delivering Labour's missions and its milestones? What should civil servants expect in the coming weeks and months? And how can Whitehall leaders best put the government's reform agenda into action? To discuss these questions and more, we were joined by an expert panel including: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Dr Matthew Gill, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Hannah Keenan, Associate Director at the Institute for Government The event was chaired by Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government.

No more talk of blackholes. No more doom. No more gloom. So what is Rachel Reeves' plan for economic growth all about? Times columnist Sebastian Payne joins the podcast team as they make their way through the chancellor's vision of reservoirs, runways and the UK's own Silicon Valley – and ask whether government is really set up to make it all happen.   Plus: Ministers Reflect devolved government special! Nicola Sturgeon, Humza Yousaf and Mark Drakeford feature in a brilliant new batch of IfG interviews – and they have plenty to say about Brexit, Boris Johnson and making devolved government work.   Presented by Nick Davies. With Gemma Tetlow and Millie Mitchell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Productivity in public services has never been more important. Most services are struggling to return to pre-pandemic performance levels, and the government has indicated that spending will be tight from April 2026 onwards. Improvements in performance will likely come from frontline workers finding new, innovative ways of delivering services. So what can be done to improve productivity? By highlighting outstanding examples of innovation across public services, Productivity Pitches, a series of events hosted by the IfG, aims to share and support ways to improve performance levels. This event is the fifth in the series and will focus on schools. Each speaker has 10 minutes to present their innovation, followed by 10 minutes of audience questions. The chair and a guest from the Productivity Institute – who are kindly supporting this event series – then brought together the common themes from the pitches and discuss the lessons for improving productivity. The speakers for this edition of Productivity Pitches are: George Barlow, Principal of Belgrave St. Bartholomew's Academy on the outcome of providing every pupil and teacher with a tablet. Steph Hamilton, Director of The Engagement Platform part of the ImpactEd Group which run frequent School Employee surveys that allows schools and MATs to compare their employee satisfaction to peers and use this to improve engagement, satisfaction and retention and Cara Ackroyd, Executive Principal at Outwood Grange Academies Trust. Cara leads on school engagement work across Outwood Grange Academy Trust. The trust have been founding partners of TEP and have integrated the use of the data into their strategy and processes to support outcomes. Lauren Wilson, Head of Marketing and Communications at The Thinking Schools Academy Trust on consolidating communication and marketing functions. Allowing them to standardise their marketing materials and learn what works before rolling it out further. The event will be chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Professor Anna Vignoles, Director of the Leverhulme Trust and Policy Advisor at The Productivity Institute Policy Unit joined to discuss the common themes. Productivity Pitches is kindly supported by The Productivity Institute.

Local government has faced huge financial pressures, leaving residents across England struggling to access services. Featuring presentations from council leaders, this panel explored what can be done to turn around performance.    Presentations from: Jenny Rowlands, Chief Executive of Camden Council Claire Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, Sheffield City Council   Panel: Hilary Cottam, author, innovator and change maker and Honorary Professor at the Institute of Innovation and Public Purpose at UCL Florence Eshalomi MP, Chair of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee Jim McMahon MP, Minister of State (Minister for Local Government and English Devolution) Chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Local government has faced huge financial pressures, leaving residents across England struggling to access services. Featuring presentations from council leaders, this panel explored what can be done to turn around performance.  Presentations from: - Jenny Rowlands, Chief Executive of Camden Council - Claire Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, Sheffield City Council Panel: - Hilary Cottam, author, innovator and change maker and Honorary Professor at the Institute of Innovation and Public Purpose at UCL - Florence Eshalomi MP, Chair of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee - Jim McMahon MP, Minister of State (Minister for Local Government and English Devolution) This panel was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.

Adam is joined by guest hypnotist Claudia Rickard who discusses how her interactions with her child led to a fascinating new way of communicating with the unconscious that can help children and even adults with dementia.  For more information on Claudia visit: https://www.claudiarickardhypnosis.com/  Adam and Claudia will both be presenting at the Irish Hypnotherapy Conference in Dublin in April - tickets can be purchased here: https://irishhypnotherapyconference.ie/  Claudia's Links: https://www.claudiarickardhypnosis.com/  https://www.claudiarickardhypnosis.com/bunny-process   More Info on Claudia:    Claudia uses NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming) and hypnotism as her main techniques to empower people to help themselves.  It has been scientifically proven that hypnotism can help with a wide range of disorders including memory loss. Certified Hypnotist. Claudia has been certified by the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (CHT 119-018), belongs to the National Guild of Hypnotists, and is a Union member (AFL-CIO, CLC). Master NLP Practitioner. Claudia is registered with the NFNLP (The National Federation of NeuroLinguistic Programming). Nightingale Memory Consultant. Claudia earned her Nightingale Diploma of Hypnosis and Brain Health Coaching in Dementia, and practices as a memory consultant in the state of North Carolina, helping to improve the quality of life for people living with memory issues and their family and caregivers. Tap to learn more. Advanced BLAST Technique® Practitioner. BLAST (Bi Lateral Analysis & Stimulation) Technique® was created by Nick Davies in the UK (Blast-technique.com).  Claudia uses this technique within the guidelines of North Carolina, helping people with significant emotional events. Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner. She helps clients find balance with this innovative energy technique that has been shown to help release the energetic impact of stressful life events. Claudia uses these techniques within the guidelines of North Carolina. As an alternative healing arts practitioner, she specializes in using innovative energy-based techniques to help her clients experience a sense of well-being, and feel more positive, balanced and peaceful. Adam's course Hypnotic Wealth can be found here: https://www.adamcox.co.uk/hypnotic-wealth.html  Coming Soon - The Hypnotists's Secret Circle: Adam will soon be launching a new low-cost membership to access his entire hypnosis archive without the intro, outro, and explanation and an exclusive community only for members. In the meantime you can secure a free sleep download here: https://tr.ee/MCuZqKPnEg  Adam Cox is one of the world's most innovative hypnotists and is known for being the hypnotherapist of choice for Celebrities, CEO's and even Royalty. To book a free 30-minute consultation call to consider working with Adam go to: https://go.oncehub.com/AdamCox Adam's rates for hypnotherapy in pounds and US dollars are here: https://www.adamcox.co.uk/hypnotherapist.html  You can contact Adam at adam@adamcox.co.uk Further information on Adam is here: https://linktr.ee/AdamCoxOfficial  Tags: Adam Cox, the hypnotist, NLP, asmr, hypnosis, hypnotherapy, hypnotist, stress, sleep, worry, meditation, guided meditation, hypnotism, anxiety, hypnosis for abundance, hypnosis for weight loss hypnosis, Guest Hypnotist Claudia Rickard, 

The misuse of guns is a problem for lots of countries across the world. This week we look at projects trying to reduce deaths and injuries.In the US we visit the company which says it has successfully developed the world's first ‘smart gun' which uses facial recognition and fingerprints to identify the gun owner - meaning only they can fire the gun. We also speak to a woman who's convinced police in the UK to speak to the partners of those being issued gun licences.And in Jamaica - where most murders involve firearms - we find out how hospital data is being used to reduce the number of attacks using guns - even in the country's most troubled neighbourhoods.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Reporters: Claire Bowes, Nick Davies, Anthony Wallace Producer: Claire Bowes Sound mix: Andrew Mills Editor: Jon Bithrey(Image: Mourners remember those killed in 2024 Apalachee school shooting, US, Getty Images)

In this episode of The Principal's Handbook,  Dr. Nick Davies (2024 Washington Assistant Principal of the Year) who shares strategies for maintaining wellbeing while serving as a school leader. Dr. Davies emphasizes two key areas for preventing burnout: maximizing work effectiveness through clear systems and priorities, and disconnecting from work to maintain personal wellness. He introduces a powerful alignment exercise that helps leaders connect their core values, goals, and passions, while also stressing the importance of mindfulness practices and basic health fundamentals like sleep, exercise, and healthy eating. The episode concludes with a discussion about how principals who model good work-life balance can positively impact their entire school community, particularly in retaining teachers and creating a healthier work environment.Connect with Nick on Linkedin HERE.  Connect with Barb on Linkedin HERE.Check out Barb's Instagram @BarbFlowersCoaching HERE for more tips and strategies!Sign up HERE for a FREE Consultation and learn more about how I can help you with one-on-one coaching.Tired of second-guessing your decisions as a principal? Download my free course! Access it here.Click HERE to get a Free Checklist for Disconnecting from School

The new government has put prevention at the heart of public service reform plans. So what difference could this approach make? By intervening sooner, problems may not escalate, become embedded, or arise in the first place – meaning preventative services could be a major contributor to public sector productivity.   With spending likely to be tight over the coming years, the theory behind an "invest to save" scheme is clear – but in practice it has been hard to implement, and cashable savings have often proved elusive.   This event brought together a panel of experts to discuss:   Is it realistic to expect preventative programmes to deliver cashable savings? How quickly could a shift towards a more preventative approach improve public service productivity? What are the respective roles of the centre of government, departments, and frontline services in delivering this shift and realising productivity improvements? How can additional investments be made in prevention when acute demand is high and spending tight?   To discuss these questions and more, our panel included:   Dr Thomas Waite, Deputy Chief Medical Officer Cllr Gillian Ford, Deputy Leader of Havering Council, Cabinet Member for Adults and Health Daniel Sperrin, Partner at Newton Moira Wallace, former Permanent Secretary   The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   We would like to thank Newton for kindly supporting this event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Labour government has inherited an NHS in crisis. Pre-existing challenges of growing demand, an ageing population, and high levels of staff vacancies have been exacerbated by the pandemic, resulting in record backlogs and waiting times.   With substantial increases in hospital funding and staffing failing to turn performance round, the new government must help the NHS through the immediate crisis, set it on a sustainable long-term footing and consider the need for more fundamental reform.   Should the NHS focus more on preventing, rather than treating, illness? Could the NHS become more local? Are the new Integrated Care Systems working or should they be reformed? How successful have past NHS reforms been?   To answer these questions and more we were joined by an expert panel, including: Paul Corrigan, Expert adviser at the Department of Health and Social Care Penny Dash, Chair of NHS North West London Integrated Care Board Rachel Wolf, Founding Partner at Public First Thomas Cawston, Corporate Affairs Lead at Novartis UK   The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   This event was kindly supported by Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Labour government has inherited an NHS in crisis. Pre-existing challenges of growing demand, an ageing population, and high levels of staff vacancies have been exacerbated by the pandemic, resulting in record backlogs and waiting times. With substantial increases in hospital funding and staffing failing to turn performance round, the new government must help the NHS through the immediate crisis, set it on a sustainable long-term footing and consider the need for more fundamental reform. Should the NHS focus more on preventing, rather than treating, illness? Could the NHS become more local? Are the new Integrated Care Systems working or should they be reformed? How successful have past NHS reforms been? To answer these questions and more we were joined by an expert panel, including: Paul Corrigan, Expert adviser at the Department of Health and Social Care Penny Dash, Chair of NHS North West London Integrated Care Board Rachel Wolf, Founding Partner at Public First Thomas Cawston, Corporate Affairs Lead at Novartis UK The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. This event was kindly supported by Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK.

Dissatisfaction with public services was a key reason for the Conservative defeat in the general election. How can the new party leader and frontbench regain public trust for running public services? What are the key elements of a distinctive Conservative vision for public services? How should the Conservative Party balance demands for higher public service spending and lower taxation?  Steve Brine, former Chair of Health and Social Care Committee Rt Hon David Gauke, former Secretary of State for Justice Rt Hon Baroness Nicky Morgan, former Secretary of State for Education This session was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dissatisfaction with public services was a key reason for the Conservative defeat in the general election. How can the new party leader and frontbench regain public trust for running public services? What are the key elements of a distinctive Conservative vision for public services? How should the Conservative Party balance demands for higher public service spending and lower taxation? Steve Brine, former Chair of Health and Social Care Committee Rt Hon David Gauke, former Secretary of State for Justice Rt Hon Baroness Nicky Morgan, former Secretary of State for Education This session was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. This event was part of the IfG's public services conference, kindly supported by UCL.

On 30 October, the new government announced spending plans for 2025/26, with a spending review covering 2025/26 to 2027/28 due to be published in the spring. What are the implications of these spending plans for public service performance in 2025/26? What options should the spending review consider for raising revenue and boosting productivity? How can the government improve public services when funding is tight? Rupert Harrison, former Chief of Staff to George Osborne and Chair of the UK's Council of Economic Advisors (2010–15) Paul Johnson, Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies Professor Henrietta Moore, Founder and Director of the UCL Institute for Global Prosperity Rachel Sylvester, political columnist at The Times and Chair of the Times Health Commission This session will be chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. This event was part of the IfG's public services conference, kindly supported by UCL.

The new government has put prevention at the heart of public service reform plans. So what difference could this approach make? By intervening sooner, problems may not escalate, become embedded, or arise in the first place – meaning preventative services could be a major contributor to public sector productivity. With spending likely to be tight over the coming years, the theory behind an "invest to save" scheme is clear – but in practice it has been hard to implement, and cashable savings have often proved elusive. This event brought together a panel of experts to discuss: - Is it realistic to expect preventative programmes to deliver cashable savings? - How quickly could a shift towards a more preventative approach improve public service productivity? - What are the respective roles of the centre of government, departments, and frontline services in delivering this shift and realising productivity improvements? - How can additional investments be made in prevention when acute demand is high and spending tight? To discuss these questions and more, our panel included: - Dr Thomas Waite, Deputy Chief Medical Officer - Cllr Gillian Ford, Deputy Leader of Havering Council, Cabinet Member for Adults and Health - Daniel Sperrin, Partner at Newton - Moira Wallace, former Permanent Secretary The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. We would like to thank Newton for kindly supporting this event.

Productivity in public services has never been more important. Most services are struggling to return to pre-pandemic performance levels, and the new Labour government have indicated that spending will remain tight. Improvements in performance will likely come from frontline workers finding new, innovative ways of delivering services. So what can be done to improve productivity? By highlighting outstanding examples of innovation across public services, Productivity Pitches, a series of events hosted by the IfG, aims to share and support ways to improve performance levels. This event was the fourth in the series and focused on local government. Each speaker had 10 minutes to present their innovation, followed by 10 minutes of audience questions. The chair and a guest from the Productivity Institute – who are kindly supporting this event series – then brought together the common themes from the pitches and discussed the lessons for improving productivity. The speakers for this edition of Productivity Pitches were: Gill Wilson and Tim Pearse, London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, on joining up previously disparate datasets across the local authority to better understand the needs of their residents and forecast demand for their services. This allows them to support residents at an earlier stage and making the best use of scarce council resources. Vicky Schofield and Cheryl Whitehouse, Wakefield Council children's services, on the council providing residential care and improving outcomes for care leavers. With the cost of commissioning children's residential care with private providers increasing rapidly, Wakefield decided to operate and run its own children's homes, with more stable staffing and fewer restrictions than traditional children's homes. As a result, the cost of providing care has dropped dramatically and children have far better outcomes. Cllr Bridget Smith, South Cambridgeshire Council, on the outcomes of shifting to a four-day working week. The Covid-19 pandemic led to the council changing the way that it worked, making better use of technology, flexible and home working. As a result, council employees now complete 100% of their work in 80% of the time. An independent evaluation of the reforms found that the council was performing better on 22 of 24 metrics, including a large drop in turnover and reduced use of expensive agency staff. The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Andy Westwood, Professor of Public Policy, Government and Business at The University of Manchester joined the discussion of common themes. Follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @IfGEvents or on Bluesky @instituteforgov.bsky.social, and join the conversation using #ProductivityPitches Productivity Pitches is kindly supported by The Productivity Institute.

The Post Office and PPE VIP-lane scandals have put government procurement in the headlines – and not in a good way. But with the government spending almost £400bn a year on goods, works and services from businesses and charities, what can be done to stop things going wrong?   Well, the Labour government has an opportunity – and a big one – to do things differently, with new legislation – in the form of the Procurement Act – kicking in. But what will this mean for ministers, civil servants and businesses? What opportunities will it bring? What risks might it create? The impact is not entirely clear.   Drawing on a new IfG report, published in partnership with Tussell and AutogenAI, this special episode of Inside Briefing tells you everything you need to know about the scale of public procurement, where billions of pounds are spent, why failures happen, how accountability in procurement currently works (or doesn't) and where it could be improved.   Emma Norris presents.   With IfG programme director Nick Davies, DEFRA chief commercial officer Einav Ben-Yehuda, the i paper's senior report Ben Gartside, and Gus Tugendhat, Founder of Tussell.   Produced by Candice McKenzie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The government's approach to procurement is entering a new era. Significant reforms to the UK's post-Brexit procurement legislation, set out in the Procurement Act, will redefine how public sector organisations acquire goods, services, and human resources as new rules and opportunities emerge. So with almost £400bn a year spent on public procurement, how ready are public bodies and suppliers for the Procurement Act's profound implications?   Drawing on IfG's extensive research and analysis on government procurement and outsourcing, this event convened a panel of experts to explore the following key questions:   What are the main changes that will be implemented under the new Procurement Act? How prepared are public bodies and suppliers for these changes? What impact will the changes have on procurement practice? What are the key risks and opportunities for public bodies and suppliers? We were joined by an expert panel, including:   Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform Implementation at the Cabinet Office Andy Milner, Chief Executive Officer of Amey Peter Schofield, Head of Integrated Commissioning and Procurement at Manchester City Council Laura Wisdom, Partner at Burges Salmon   The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   This event is kindly supported by Burges Salmon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The government's approach to procurement is entering a new era. Significant reforms to the UK's post-Brexit procurement legislation, set out in the Procurement Act, will redefine how public sector organisations acquire goods, services, and human resources as new rules and opportunities emerge. So with almost £400bn a year spent on public procurement, how ready are public bodies and suppliers for the Procurement Act's profound implications? Drawing on IfG's extensive research and analysis on government procurement and outsourcing, this event convened a panel of experts to explore the following key questions: What are the main changes that will be implemented under the new Procurement Act? How prepared are public bodies and suppliers for these changes? What impact will the changes have on procurement practice? What are the key risks and opportunities for public bodies and suppliers? We were joined by an expert panel, including: Lindsay Maguire, Deputy Director for Procurement Reform Implementation at the Cabinet Office Andy Milner, Chief Executive Officer of Amey Peter Schofield, Head of Integrated Commissioning and Procurement at Manchester City Council Laura Wisdom, Partner at Burges Salmon The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. The event is a follow-up to a previous briefing on the Procurement Bill in 2022.

The Labour government will have been in power for nearly two months by the time parliament returns on 2 September. We have already seen a King's Speech, a major statement on the public finances, an overhaul of the planning system, big plans for clean power – and more. So what have we learned since Keir Starmer became prime minister – and what comes next for government and British politics?   Ministers – and opposition MPs – are braced for busy couple of months ahead. What legislation is coming down the track in parliament? How significant is Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget? Is there more clarity about mission-led government and how the prime minister wants his No.10 to work? How is the Conservative Party leadership contest progressing? And how significant will the party conference season be for Keir Starmer, Rishi Sunak and Ed Davey?   To discuss these questions and more, this Institute for Government webinar brought together an expert panel featuring:   Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow the Institute for Government Alex Thomas, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Giles Wilkes, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government   The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A daunting public services to-do list awaits Keir Starmer and his newly elected Labour government. Most services are performing worse than on the eve of the pandemic and substantially worse than in 2010, but future funding is set to be tight. Ministers will need to make best use of existing budgets and carefully choose targets for any additional investment. So what are the most pressing public services issues facing the new government? What will happen to service performance if Labour sticks to existing spending plans? How can services be improved without substantial spending increases? And where should any extra funding be prioritised? To discuss these questions, and a new Institute for Government and Nuffield Foundation report on the topic, this event brought together an expert panel featuring: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Sam Freedman, Author of Failed State: Why Nothing Works and How We Fix It Patricia Hewitt, Chair of Norfolk & Waveney NHS and former Secretary of State for Health The event was chaired by Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist at the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The author of the classic The Selfish Gene is still changing the way we think about evolution. SOURCE:Richard Dawkins, professor emeritus of the public understanding of science at Oxford University. RESOURCES:The Genetic Book of the Dead, by Richard Dawkins (2024).Flights of Fancy: Defying Gravity by Design and Evolution, by Richard Dawkins (2021)."About Three-in-Ten U.S. Adults Are Now Religiously Unaffiliated," by Gregory A. Smith (Pew Research Center, 2021).Cuckoo: Cheating by Nature, by Nick Davies (2015).The God Delusion, by Richard Dawkins (2006)."Why the Universe Seems So Strange," by Richard Dawkins (TED Global, 2005)."Surprising Stats About Child Carseats," by Steve Levitt (TED Global, 2005)."Genes and Memes," by John Maynard Smith (London Review of Books, 1982).The Extended Phenotype: The Long Reach of the Gene, by Richard Dawkins (1982).The Selfish Gene, by Richard Dawkins (1976)."Child Endowments and the Quantity and Quality of Children," by Gary Becker and Nigel Tomes (Journal of Political Economy, 1976)."Selective Pecking in the Domestic Chick," by Richard Dawkins (University of Oxford Ph.D. thesis, 1966). EXTRAS:"The World's Most Controversial Ornithologist," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024)."Is Gynecology the Best Innovation Ever?" by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024).

A daunting public services to-do list awaits Keir Starmer and his newly-elected Labour government. Most services are performing worse than on the eve of the pandemic and substantially worse than in 2010, but future funding is set to be tight. Ministers will need to make best use of existing budgets and carefully choose targets for any additional investment. So what are the most pressing public services issues facing the new government? What will happen to service performance if Labour sticks to existing spending plans? How can services be improved without substantial spending increases? And where should any extra funding be prioritised? To discuss these questions, and a new Institute for Government and Nuffield Foundation report on the topic, this event brought together an expert panel featuring: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Sam Freedman, Author of Failed State: Why Nothing Works and How We Fix It Patricia Hewitt, Chair of Norfolk & Waveney NHS and former Secretary of State for Health The event was chaired by Gemma Tetlow, Chief Economist at the Institute for Government.

In this lively episode of PodcastPD, Chris Nesi and AJ Bianco wrap up the end of June with reflections on the past school year, discuss the emotional graduation of a key student, delve into the ongoing debate about assigning zeros in education, and ponder the benefits and drawbacks of homework for primary school children.Key Topics Discussed:End of School Year Reflections:Chris shares an emotional farewell to a graduating student who had been instrumental in the school's podcast club. The student, Julian, had been a part of the club from its inception and is now heading to college, leaving a significant impact on Chris.AJ reflects on completing his 19th year in education and looks forward to his 20th year, expressing a mix of excitement and the ongoing challenges educators face.Zeros in Education:We discuss the policy in some schools that prohibits giving students a zero, opting instead for a minimum grade of 50. They explore the reasoning behind this policy, its impact on student motivation, and the broader implications for grading equity and standards-based grading.They also debate whether this approach truly benefits students or simply masks their lack of effort and understanding.Homework for Primary School Children:We explore the debate over the necessity and effectiveness of homework for young students. Chris shares his perspective as a parent and educator, noting the varying impacts homework has on his own children.AJ advocates for limiting homework to essential tasks, like reading, and questions the value of traditional homework assignments, suggesting they can add unnecessary stress and detract from valuable family time and play.Parent Demands for Documentation:A Reddit question about a parent demanding extensive documentation of their child's school activities, including photos upon arrival and dismissal, sparks a discussion about reasonable accommodations and the boundaries of parental requests in educational settings.We consider the practical implications and potential legal issues of such demands, emphasizing the need for balanced and feasible approaches.Advice for Teaching 10th Graders:We offer advice to a teacher transitioning from kindergarten to 10th-grade biology. They share insights on classroom management, student engagement, and the differences between teaching young children and teenagers.Podcast Recommendations:Chris:Pod Save America: A political podcast that breaks down the week's news with former Obama aides.Northwoods Baseball Sleep Radio: A unique ASMR podcast that mimics the sound of a sleepy small-town baseball game.Perpetual Syndication: Chris's upcoming podcast with his wife Caitlyn, where they rewatch and discuss TV shows that are no longer on the air, starting with Home Improvement.AJ:Monday Mornings with Dr. Nick: A short-form podcast focused on authentic leadership in education, providing insights from Dr. Nick Davies on various trending topics and lessons from meetings with leaders nationwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Architecture, Design & Photography we sit down with Nick Davies, Architecture Photographer based in Southern California. Nick started looking through the lens at a early age. A native of Los Angeles, his passion for photography started when he was given his first camera at age nine and has remained devout throughout his professional career. His background in cinematography, lighting and production design in the entertainment industry gives him a unique perspective and approach to photography. With an emphasis in Architecture, Landscape and Portraiture, Nick is always in pursuit of telling stories that captivate the imagination and inspire the soul. More from Nick: Website: http://www.nickdaviesphotography.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickdaviesmedia More from us: Website: www.adppodcast.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/adppod_ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/architecture-design-photography/id1447381737 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qTtT0lpXkVGyksEkN57VS 

Public services are a key election battleground. The NHS is consistently cited in surveys as one of the top two issues facing the country, while social care and schools have played a critical role in deciding recent elections. Rishi Sunak made improving NHS performance one of his key pledges, Keir Starmer included healthcare and schools in his six “first steps”, and both the Conservatives and Labour will use their manifestos to set out their public services policies. So just how well are public services performing across the country – and what impact could they have on the election campaign? In this expert briefing, the Institute for Government and Ipsos UK presented analysis of how public service performance and public satisfaction have changed over this parliament. What are the key public services challenges facing an incoming government? How much variation is there in public service performance across the country? And how does public satisfaction with services differ by constituency? To discuss these questions and more, we were joined by an expert panel, including: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Zoë Grünewald, Westminster Editor of the Lead UK and a freelance political journalist and broadcaster Gideon Skinner, Head of Politics, Public Affairs at Ipsos UK Phillip Woolley, Partner at Grant Thornton The event was chaired by Emma Norris, Deputy Director at the Institute for Government.

Nick Davies, a Tony Robbins-trained coach, shares his thoughts on how important it is to maintain your high standards in your personal and professional life. He talks about the fine line between setting ambitious goals and becoming overwhelmed. During that conversation, Nick offers up some advice on balancing compassion with high expectations. Nick also goes into the challenges financial advisors face with industry compliance and he gives some solutions for overcoming these hurdles. Be sure to tune in to get a deeper understanding of how to audit and elevate your standards to achieve greater success and fulfillment in your business endeavors! Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Perfect Client: Who Are They? 00:00:27 - Meet Nick Davies: Master of Transformation 00:02:36 - Life's Blueprint: Standards That Matter 00:06:42 - Standards Check: Are You Keeping Up? 00:08:25 - Tolerating vs. Thriving: The Standards Dilemma 00:10:10 - Setting the Bar: High Expectations in Business 00:12:57 - Vision Quest: Finding Your Business Purpose 00:16:02 - Compliance Maze: Innovate or Stagnate? 00:19:47 - Breaking Boundaries: Marketing Beyond Limits 00:22:25 - Commitment Secrets: Winning Marketing Tactics 00:25:58 - Lessons Learned: Nick's Career Insights 00:29:34 - Opportunity Knocks: Personal Growth Stories 00:34:55 - Business Mastery: Systems That Work 00:38:11 - What's Next: Future Ambitions Connect with Nick Here: Nick on LinkedIn Schedule an Appointment with Nick ProAdvisor Coach Take the Mindscan Test for Free BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy 10x is Easier than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy Connect with The Better Than Rich: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Your Free Delegation Plan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Better Than Rich ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BTR Mini-Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterthanrichshow/message

Manifesto launches are a significant moment in any general election campaign, and Tuesday's publication of the Conservative manifesto is a big opportunity for Rishi Sunak's party to set out its vision for government if it wins the general election on 4 July. So what are the flagship policies? Do the tax and spending numbers add up? How plausible and credible are the manifesto's plans? And, after 14 years of power, how much of a break is this manifesto from previous Conservative policies and priorities? In this general election 2024 webinar, the Institute for Government gives you an essential expert briefing on what is in the Conservative manifesto – and what it would mean for government. Panellists included: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government Giles Wilkes, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government Dr Hannah White, Director and CEO of the Institute for Government (chair) For further IfG insight and analysis on the Conservative manifesto, read our comment piece, 'Seven things we learned from the Conservative manifesto': https://www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/general-election-2024-conservative-manifesto

Manifesto launches are a significant moment in any general election campaign, and Tuesday's publication of the Conservative manifesto is a big opportunity for Rishi Sunak's party to set out its vision for government if it wins the general election on 4 July. So what are the flagship policies? Do the tax and spending numbers add up? How plausible and credible are the manifesto's plans? And, after 14 years of power, how much of a break is this manifesto from previous Conservative policies and priorities? In this general election 2024 webinar, the Institute for Government gives you an essential expert briefing on what is in the Conservative manifesto – and what it would mean for government. Panellists included: Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government Giles Wilkes, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government Dr Hannah White, Director and CEO of the Institute for Government (chair) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me darrin@roadtoawesome.net to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year!Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Dr. Nick Davies is an associate principal for Vancouver Public Schools and an adjunct Faculty Member at Pacific University. He has been a school administrator for 5 years at both the primary and secondary levels. He has a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership and wrote his dissertation on curriculum implementation. Dr. Davies is a National Outstanding Assistant Principal and was named the 2024 Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year for the state of Washington. He is a former high school math teacher and head track and field coach. He was a two-time state coach of the year in Oregon. Dr. Davies has had 7 published articles and presented nationwide on school leadership. Dr. Davies also served as a reservist in the U.S. Coast Guard. Connect with Nick:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-davies-education/ drnickdavies@gmail.com https://www.drnickdavies.com/

The IfG rebuttal unit kicked into gear this week after our very own Nick Davies found himself dragged into the Conservative party's tax attack on Labour. So where did that number really come from – and what can Labour do about it? Full Fact's Chris Morris joins the IfG podcast to look back on a very noisy TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer. We're into the manifesto countdown – but will either Labour or the Conservatives say anything about the problems piling up for whoever forms the next government? A new IfG paper, The Precarious State of the State, sets out the scale and severity of the challenges likely to dominate the next parliament. Plus: The state of GPs' surgeries. Another new IfG report – out on Saturday – says GPs' surgeries are old, cramped and crumbling. So, what can be done about it? Hannah White presents, with Nick Davies and Ben Paxton. Produced by Candice McKenzie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preventative public services are designed to deal with problems before they develop, or before they become more complicated to manage. Evidence suggests that children in particular benefit from investment whether that's in the early years, or earlier in their life cycle, helping to prevent problems from determining their outcomes later in life. The Labour Party has put prevention at the centre of its plans for public services, promising a ‘prevention first revolution'. And the government has identified increased prevention as a key contributor towards improved public sector productivity. However, high demand for acute services means governments have often found it difficult to invest in prevention. So what can be done to bring about a change of approach? This event brought together a panel of experts to discuss: What are preventative services and how has investment in them changed over time? What evidence is there that preventative services improve outcomes and deliver savings? What are the barriers to government taking a preventative approach? How could government funding be shifted towards preventative services? What can be learnt from previous examples of preventative approaches? To discuss these questions and more, we were joined by an expert panel, including: Stuart Hoddinott, Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government Rt Hon Sir Sajid Javid MP, former Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Donna Molloy, Deputy Chief Executive at Foundations Lynn Perry MBE, Chief Executive of Barnardo's The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. We would like to thank Barnardo's for kindly supporting this event.

Investigative journalist Nick Davies returns with yet more remarkable insights and analysis about the phone-hacking scandal that engulfed Murdoch's papers. Having trawled through documents disclosed through a host of court cases, Davies has pieced together information that suggests figures at the top of the Murdoch news empire—including potentially the man himself—knew more than we previously thought. To read Nick's stories in full, and the response from News Group Newspapers, visit the Prospect website: https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/phone-hacking/65918/the-murdoch-spy-papers Alan and Lionel also talk to Branko Brkic, editor-in-chief of South Africa's Daily Maverick, about successfully holding power to account in that country and the importance of journalism in fighting for freedom and exposing corruption around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in 2009, journalist Nick Davies uncovered a scandal: newspapers owned by Rupert Murdoch had been hacking the phones of celebrities, public figures and even victims of crimes—notably the missing schoolgirl Milly Dowler—in search of stories. The Leveson inquiry was established to investigate, and the world moved on. For this month's Prospect magazine, Nick Davies has trawled through documents to unearth new evidence which suggests that the phones of some politicians were still being hacked during the Leveson inquiry, and at moments when key decisions were being made in government that would affect the commercial interests of Murdoch's papers. It turns out the story is far from over… Nick joins Lionel Barber and Alan Rusbridger to discuss his findings. To read the story in full, and the response from News Group Newspapers to Davies's claims, visit the Prospect website: https://www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/phone-hacking/65918/the-murdoch-spy-papers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Outline and Show Notes Show Title: Mastermind! With Dr. Nick Davies Power Quote: Be willing to fail  Description:When I say the word “mastermind”, what thoughts spring into your head? Do you picture the head of a shadowy criminal enterprise, or the 1980's colored-dot guessing game (think WORDL with colors). Or maybe you think about a special club for people in similar roles to come together and help each other grow. Of course, it is this third option we dive into on today's show. So stick around as I and my special guest share our mastermind experiences and how to build one yourself. Guest Bio:Dr. Davies is an associate principal for Vancouver Public Schools and an adjunct Faculty Member at Pacific University. He has a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership and wrote his dissertation on curriculum implementation. Dr. Davies was named the 2024 Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year for the state of Washington. He has previously held roles as an associate principal/athletic director and was a high school math teacher and head track and field coach. He was a two-time state coach of the year in Oregon. Dr. Davies also served as a reservist in the U.S. Coast Guard. March 19, ep 192 Warmup questions:·      We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?·      Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?  Questions/Topics/Prompts·      Let's discuss what a mastermind is·      What inspired you to set up a MM for APs?·      What was the value for APs?·      Tips for APs interested in setting up their own MMs? Closing questions:·      What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?·      If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?·      Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?·      Where can people learn more about you and your work… Close·      Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.·      You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/·      I love hearing from you so consider email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connecting with me on LinkedIn.·      Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.·      Remember, if you are interested in starting a mastermind, reach out to Nick. If you'd like to be part of a mastermind but feel like you are on your own, reach out to me and we'll see what we can do.·      Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.·      Cheers!  Guest links:Nick's website: www.drnickdavies.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-davies-education/  Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsultingDaily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3aThe Strategic Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520 

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Public services have faced the greatest level of disruption from strikes in more than a quarter of a century. Over the past year nurses, ambulance drivers, teachers, junior doctors, consultants, and civil servants, among others, have all staged walkouts to protest against pay and working conditions. While improved pay offers from Rishi Sunak's government have resolved many disputes, some staff are still on the picket line and other disputes could flare up again. So what impact has recent industrial disputes had on public service performance? What skills do ministers, civil servants, frontline public sector leaders and unions need to effectively negotiate with each other and resolve disputes – and what mechanisms can be used to resolve entrenched disputes? How effective are pay review bodies and do they need to be reformed? And to what extent will the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act help or hinder the management of industrial dispute? To discuss these questions and more, we were joined by an expert panel, including: Mike Clancy, General Secretary at Prospect Baroness Finn, former Government Adviser on Industrial Relations Raj Jethwa, Chief Executive at UCEA Kate Nowicki, Director of Dispute Resolution at Acas The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.

Fraud is the UK's most common crime. But despite 3.5 million incidents reported in 2022/23, 40% of all reported crimes, only one in a thousand results in a charge or summons. So why is there such a huge gap between preventing, detecting and prosecuting this crime – and what can be done to fix the problem? A wide range of organisations have responsibility for tackling fraud, including the Home Office, National Crime Agency, Serious Fraud Office, City of London Police, Metropolitan Police Service, Financial Conduct Authority and the National Cyber Security Centre. However, there are problems with coordination, capacity and capability. So what can government and others do to help prevent fraud? How can coordination among the various agencies responsible for tackling fraud be improved? And what steps could be taken to help increase detection and prosecution rates? We were joined by an expert panel, including: Francesca Carlesi, CEO of Revolut UK Adrian Searle, Director of the National Economic Crime Centre Nick Stapleton, Co-Presenter of BBC Scam Interceptors Rt Hon Emily Thornberry MP, Shadow Attorney General The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. We would like to thank Revolut for kindly supporting this event.

Investing in Growth with Dr. Nick Davies Power Quote: Control What you can  Description:If you don't grow, how can you get better? Yet, in a job where you can't ever get everything done, how do you find time to grow? Today we have the 2024 Washington State Elementary Principal of the Year here to help us figure out how to prioritize growth. Guest Bio:Dr. Davies is an associate principal for Vancouver Public Schools and an adjunct Faculty Member at Pacific University. He has a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership and wrote his dissertation on curriculum implementation. Dr. Davies was named the 2024 Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year for the state of Washington. He has previously held roles as an associate principal/athletic director and was a high school math teacher and head track and field coach. He was a two-time state coach of the year in Oregon. Dr. Davies also served as a reservist in the U.S. Coast Guard.  Warmup questions:·      We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?·      Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?  Questions/Topics/Prompts·      You have a passion for learning – what fuels that passion?·      Committing to your own growth requires strong priority management. How do you structure your life to invest time into your own growth?·      How has your trajectory as an AP accelerated as a result of your commitment to learning?o   In a general way…o   In specific ways…·      How have you worked to create learning opportunities for other APs?·      As you invest time into your own growth and pour into others in your school, how do you keep your roles as a husband and father central to your life? Closing questions:·      What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?·      If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?·      Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?·      Where can people learn more about you and your work… Recap·      Do what only you can do·      More is not better·      Reflection is as important as learning·      Systems (four ourselves, our teams, and others) make it possible Close·      Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.·      You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/·      If you haven't grabbed a copy of my new book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, please consider jumping on to Amazon or heading to my website and purchase a copy. The book covers so many of the things we talked about today and includes a systematic approach to escaping the gravitational pull of urgency so you can be that strategic leader Nick and I discussed today.·      I love hearing from you so consider email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connecting with me on LinkedIn.·      Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.·      Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.·      Cheers!  Guest links:Nick's website: www.drnickdavies.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-davies-education/ Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsultingDaily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a

My guest this week is Nick Davies, back for his third time on the podcast. This time we focused on issues related to midlife, as this is part 3 of our series on that topic. Things we discussed included: Nick's personal backstory and his decision to make a big change in his mid-thirties Asking the right questions that can lead us to fulfillment The danger of “normality” that doesn't serve us well Waiting for life to open up for you vs. creating the life you want Unhelpful beliefs that can lead us to take a passive role in our own lives Steven Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior Setting up your environment in a way that helps you flourish (e.g. life-giving relationships) Knowing when to change ourselves vs. changing the situation Returning to my clinical practice with a different mindset Nick Davies is a Tony Robbins-trained coach with over 20 years of experience in the corporate world. Nick's sweet spot for delivering value is working with high achieving financial advisors who want to add zero's to their business but aren't willing to sacrifice their health or time with family, Growing up in England, living across 3 continents and 5 locations, Nick takes the lessons from his extensive exposure to people and business, and applies them to his life and his clients. His focus is to get to the heart of what people really want. Nick believes most of us leave our personal and business potential on the table and settle – and is on a mission to relieve the suffering that can bring. With over 3500 hours of coaching and counting, Nick has worked with many different types of people and businesses to create massive awareness and abundance in those areas. He believes in holding high standards for himself and his clients. That means a focus on results, but also a focus on compassion. Find Nick online at LinkedIn.

Nick Davies is a "Business Coach to Financial Professionals" and he is here to teach us how to leverage experiences, target audiences, set our pricing, and set clear expectations for your coaching business. He emphasizes using clear language, taking action, and treating your coaching as a business. Nick also shares his processes, methodologies, and actionable advice for health coaches, drawing from his background in banking and his passion for health. He discusses the importance of leveraging previous experiences and targeting specific audiences, such as financial executives and business owners. Nick, along with Erin and Laura, delve into the topic of pricing and viability in the market for health coaches, focusing on the need for coaches to bring their unique approach and set themselves apart. They also discuss the pre-coaching process and the role of sales calls in qualifying potential clients, focusing on creating awareness and assessing if we have the solution to their problem. Throughout the episode, they highlight the transformative nature of coaching, creating a vision for clients' futures, and finding the balance between pain and pleasure. Taking action and continuously improving our coaching skills are key to long-term success. Connect with Nick on: MindScan Profile: https://mindscanhvp.com/introduction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachnicholasdavies/ Website: https://proadvisorcoach.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@proadvisorcoach IG: https://www.instagram.com/proadvisorcoach/ Episode overview: 0:00:00 Introduction to Nick Davies, a Successful Health Coach 0:01:11 The joy of having meaningful conversations in coaching 0:09:35 Health Coaches Afraid to Set their Price 0:12:48 Sustainable Pricing for Health Coaches and Client Value 0:17:05 The Challenge of Empowering Individuals in Healthcare 0:19:57 The Importance of Illuminating Blind Spots in Enrollment Calls 0:25:17 Exclusive Access to Primal Health Coach Institute and Virtual Summit 0:25:46 Certainty vs. Outcome: A Shift in Approach 0:30:35 The Triple A Approach: Awareness, Action Plan, Achievement 0:34:08 Reminding clients of their goals and values 0:40:31 Granular Goal Setting: The Importance of Small Steps 0:43:24 Confident Execution: Starting Small and Building Momentum 0:48:04 The 12-week program as a starting point for change 0:51:18 Working with clients in a 90-day container, with flexibility 0:55:50 The art of creating change and excitement 1:04:17 Importance of clarity and self-reflection as a health coach   ---   Health Coach Radio is a podcast that dives deep into the world of health and fitness coaching, brought to you by Primal Health Coach Institute, founded by the renowned Mark Sisson. Join your hosts, Erin and Laura, both proud graduates of Primal Health Coach Institute, as they share inspiring stories and expert insights on elevating your coaching practice.   If you're curious about transforming your life through the power of health and/or fitness coaching, visit primalhealthcoach.com. Discover the transformative journey of Primal living and explore how Primal Health Coach Institute can empower you to make a real impact on people's lives.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Nick Davies, Master Coach with ProAdvisorCoach, who highlights his efforts to help people and businesses achieve greater levels of success, and how he defines leadership. "Leadership is a choice, not a title," as Nick points out. During the interview, Nick expands on his definition of leadership and then talks about the critical role that communication plays, sharing some tips on ways to sit "side by side" to create a shared vision and sense of purpose. He also discusses the difference between goal setting and planning, and shares some recommendations around Lead, Lag, and Lift.Visit www.proadvisorcoach.com to learn more or email nick@proadvisorcoach.com to connect with Nick.

The Post Office scandal has been described by Rishi Sunak as one of greatest miscarriages of justice in UK history – so who is responsible, and is the government's response the right one? Adam Boulton, former political editor of Sky News, joins the podcast to discuss how the faulty Horizon software led to hundreds of postmasters wrongly prosecuted for theft.   Plus, the prime minister is urging voters to “stick with the plan” – but is the plan actually working? The pod team weigh up a tricky start to the year for Rishi Sunak, with a big resignation over his net zero plans and the controversial Rwanda bill returning to the Commons. And, access talks have been authorised – but is Labour prepared for the possibility of government? A new IfG report sets out what Keir Starmer needs to do. Hannah White presents with Cath Haddon and Nick Davies. Produced by Milo Hynes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we bring you the full story of inspiratia's rebrand and the launch of our new website. This marks a milestone for us with a renewed focus on becoming the energy transition specialist. The rebranding emphasises our commitment to informing, influencing, and inspiring our audience through innovative, educational, and advocacy-driven content.We are pleased to welcome Nick Davies, our MD, to share insights into inspiratia's core principles, including leadership in energy transition news, the promotion of groundbreaking technologies, and enthusiasm for renewable energy adoption. The episode also delves into the latest news and trends in the renewable energy sector, including major developments in onshore wind projects in France, TotalEnergies' stake in the Xlinks Morocco-UK Power project, and GreenGo Energy's ambitious green energy park in Mauritania. Additionally, this episode covers Aker Carbon Capture's new feasibility study in Finland, Octopus Energy's offshore wind fund, and the UK Global Investment Summit's renewable energy investments.We conclude by reflecting on the year's trends and the future of the energy transition, highlighting the importance of technological advancement and political support in achieving a sustainable future. We also look to the future and give our listeners a sneak preview of what events and research inspiratia are planning for the new year. Hosted by:Viola Caon - Head of Content Nicholas Davies - Managing DirectorAishwarya Harsure - Reporter NOTE: This episode was recorded on November 30th following the UK Global Investment Summit.Reach out to us at: podcasts@inspiratia.comFind all of our latest news and analysis by subscribing to inspiratiaListen to all our episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other providers. Music credit: NDA/Show You instrumental/Tribe of Noise

Award-winning journalist Nick Davies broke the story of phone hacking by UK newspapers back in 2009 and now lays out the startling implications of News Group Newspapers' major settlement with former Cabinet minister Chris Huhne, which adds a significant extra dimension to the affair.Plus, Alan and Lionel discuss the issue of BBC funding with the former BBC executive Pat Younge, as the government look set to renege on its agreement with the corporation over the amount of the licence fee. Enjoy one-month's free trial to Prospect's digital content, and get full access to rigorously fact-checked, truly independent analysis and perspectives. No commitment - you can cancel at any time. Click https://subscription.prospectmagazine.co.uk/1mfd/prospect-magazine/mcpod1mf to unlock your free digital trial today.We'd love your feedback! Tell us more at: https://f9ce3vpjrw3.typeform.com/to/bxJBPxN2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first Productivity Pitches event, a new series that the Institute for Government will organise jointly with The Productivity Institute, we were delighted to welcome Cat Little, Second Permanent Secretary to the Treasury and Bart van Ark, Managing Director of The Productivity Institute to discuss these questions: What are the causes of weak productivity growth in public services? How can digital and AI play in improving public service productivity? What lessons can be learned from the private sector? With little room for manoeuvre to increase spending on struggling public services, the UK government must ensure that every pound is spent well. However, public service productivity fell both during and after the pandemic. For example, the government's successful programme to increase the number of police officers by 20,000 has only resulted in a small improvement to charge rates. Some important hospital activity is still below pre-pandemic levels despite substantial spending increases and rising staff numbers. And ONS records show that adult social care productivity more or less stalled for the decade before the pandemic. So with the fiscal situation unlikely to improve in the immediate future, what can government and frontline services do to improve productivity? The event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Productivity Pitches is a new quarterly series hosted by the Institute for Government highlighting examples of productivity improvements in public services. These events will look at innovations in everything from technology and IT to management and clinical improvements, allowing those on the frontline to showcase how their innovations are improving service performance and saving money.

Astonishing revelations and appalling language made for a gripping week at the Covid inquiry, with Dominic Cummings dominating headlines once again with his account of Boris Johnson's chaotic No10. The BBC's health reporter Jim Reed joins the podcast team to work out what we've learnt from the evidence sessions, Whatsapp messages, witness statements and diary entries.   The autumn statement is looming, and chancellor Jeremy Hunt is under pressure to come up with some additional funding for struggling public services – and the IfG's Performance Tracker 2023, our annual stocktake of nine key public services, published with CIPFA, sets out the scale of the problem. We chat to the report's author about what could be done to fix it.   Rishi Sunak has been busy hosting his AI summit – and taking part in a slightly surreal interview with X boss Elon Musk. How did the two-day gathering at Bletchley Park work out, will the robots rule whr world, and what is the next step to working with this new technology?   Hannah White presents.   With Emma Norris, Nick Davies and Matthew Gill.   Produced by Milo Hynes.

I had the opportunity to be on Monday Mornings With Dr. Nick. Nick Davies does a lot of qualitative research about leadership. We had a great conversation where I spoke about three things:Learning to prioritize.There is no such thing as a work-life balance.Move up with yourself first.Enjoy! Don't forget to check out Monday Mornings With Dr. Nick!

Dr. Nick Davies is an elementary associate principal for Vancouver Public Schools and an adjunct Faculty Member at Pacific University. He has a Ph.D. in Education and Leadership and wrote his dissertation on Curriculum Implementation. Nick has previously held roles as a high school associate principal/athletic director and was a high school math teacher and head track and field coach. He was a two-time state track and field coach of the year in Oregon. Nick also served as a reservist in the U.S. Coast Guard and currently serves on the Emerging Professionals Board at the Blanchet House, which supports people experiencing homelessness.Key Takeaways:Leadership FRAMEwork. F - Find Opportunities R - Relationships A - Align your values, goals, and passionsM - Master your craftE - Execute and take actionEveryone is in a different place and time and therefore we have to model our expectations as leaders. A great place to do this is in faculty meetings by being vulnerable and asking for feedback on what you are currently learning and working on to get better?The best way to build relationships is by adding value to other people's lives.Aligning your values, goals, and actions as an exercise is incredibly valuable.It's not about knowing all the answers, but instead knowing how to leverage people and positions to get to systems to get to the answers.Stay in Touch:LinkedInEmailSEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book!Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal stories to help you support, engage, and empower those you lead no matter your position!Jimmy Casas said, "If you are a leader who is looking to support, engage and empower your staff, then SEEing to Lead, by Dr. Chris Jones, is a book you will want to pick up and read. Dr. Jones reminds us that building capacity and helping others achieve personal success is the key to elevating your organization and leaving a lasting impact."Get your copy here! Don't forget to leave a rating and review for others. I would appreciate it!Subscribe to My Newsletter!We are all busy, often unsupported, and struggle to stay engaged! Here is a weekly resource that has something to support, engage, and empower you. Not to mention it saves you time by getting to the point! Increase your focus and become a better leader; no matter your position. Check it out here!Get in touch to schedule me for a workshop or presentation!Don't forget to hit the subscribe button on this podcast and leave a rating so others can benefit!