Blocktalk - the podcast for UK Property Management Professionals

Oct 29 2024 133 ep. 23 mins 7

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Blocktalk is the podcast about the property management industry, for the property management industry. Our aim is that the Blocktalk podcast offers listeners some useful insight into a variety of views, opinions, thoughts, and foresight from our guests who include business leaders and property management industry experts.The podcast is hosted by Brian Welsh, MD of CPL Software, and sister brands Blockworx and INSPCT. Brian has a wealth of knowledge and expertise having worked in the industry for over 30 years. He is also a certified Clifton Strengths Coach. You can connect with Brian at www.brianwelsh.co.uk Blocktalk is produced by the same team as: CPL Software - https://cplsoftware.com/ Blockworx - www.blockworx.co.uk INSPCT - www.inspct.co.uk

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#1 with Dr Nigel Glen, ARMA

Sep 23 2021 22 mins

In this episode, Brian Welsh, (MD CPL Software, Blockworx, INSPCT), speaks to Dr. Nigel Glen, CEO of ARMA (Association of Residential Property Managers). Nigel tells us about his role as CEO, his short time at the World Wildlife Fund for Nature, and he tells us what he would do if he was in charge of the world for a day.This is a quick 22-minute chat and we hope you enjoy it!Have q

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Why listen to Blocktalk short clip.About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow the producers of the Blocktalk Podcast, CPL Software on LinkedIn

#2 with James Groves, Indigo Swan

Sep 28 2021 32 mins

In this episode Brian chats to James Grove, MD of Indigo Swan. James talks to us about his experiences within the property management industry as an energy broker, about the importance of sustainability and he tells us what he'd do if he ruled the world for a day.About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property ma

#3 with Christian Bruce (Part 1), Redpath Bruce

Sep 28 2021 46 mins

In the first of this two-part podcast episode, we speak to Christian Bruce, Partner at Redpath Bruce. Christian had a lot to say and we enjoyed chatting to him. In this first part Christian talks about his experience of the pandemic, striking a work/life balance, and what he looks for in the ideal Redpath Bruce person. So enjoy Part 1 and look out for Part 2 next!About the Blocktal

#4 with Christian Bruce (Part 2), Redpath Bruce

Sep 28 2021 53 mins

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Blocktalk podcast. This is the second part of a two-part episode with Christian Bruce, Partner at Redpath Bruce. In this episode, Christian talks to us about the Better Lives Programme, his most interesting project to date, and he answers our 3 quirky questions. We hope you enjoy the episode.About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast a

#5 with Chris Reeve, Reeve Social Media

Oct 12 2021 29 mins

Welcome to the fifth Blocktalk Podcast with guest Chris Reeve, MD OF Reeve Social Media. In this episode, Chris chats to Brian about how to handle negativity and complaints on social and he gives some ideas on how to engage your followers. About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is

#6 with Will McIlmoyle, CPL Software

Nov 02 2021 28 mins

Welcome to episode 6 of the Blocktalk podcast with our very own, Will McIlmoye, IT Director at CPL Software. In this episode Will talks about the future for the digital world in property management, what he's learned during the 10+ years with the business and what he would do if he ruled the world for a day.About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the pro

#7 with Derek MacDonald, Newton Property Management

Nov 04 2021 44 mins

Welcome to the Blocktalk Podcast - the podcast for the property management industry. In this episode, we chat with Derek MacDonald, Joint Managing Director at Newton Property Management. Derek has been a pioneer of EV charging in Scotland, working with partners to deliver charging points throughout their portfolio. Derek chats about the work they are doing there and what he thinks

#8 with Lorraine MacDonald, Speirs Gumley

Nov 16 2021 33 mins

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Blocktalk podcast. In this episode we chat to Lorraine MacDonald, owner at Speirs Gumley. Lorraine has worked in the property management industry for 42 years, and is one of the few women in the industry to take ownership of the business she worked for. She took over at Speirs Gumley in 2013 and has shaped the business it is today. Listen to Lorraine tal

#9 with Crawford Burns, CPL Software

Nov 18 2021 24 mins

Welcome to the ninth Blocktalk episode with our very own Crawford Burns, Commercial Manager at CPL Software. Crawford talks about his time at CPL, what he has learned and shares his love for Munro bagging!This episode was recorded in September. About the Blocktalk podcastThe Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry.