We Not Me

Nov 28 2024 111 ep. 39 mins 3

We Not Me Podcast artwork

Exploring how humans connect and get stuff done together, with Dan Hammond and Pia Lee from Squadify. We need groups of humans to help navigate the world of opportunities and challenges, but we don't always work together effectively. This podcast tackles questions such as "What makes a rockstar team?" "How can we work from anywhere?" "What part does connection play in today's world?" You'll also hear the thoughts and views of those who are running and leading teams across the world.

Copy RSS

Subscribe on Podcast Addict

Should women “lean in”?

Nov 28 2024 35 mins

Nearly 60% of women are worried about job losses due to AI, but only 22% are actively adopting it. This reflects a broader pattern of workplace inequality, where tech revolutions risk leaving women behind.The solution lies in leadership, embracing vulnerability and authenticity, focusing on short-term clarity, and not pretending to have all the answers. But does it also lie in Sher

Helping tech rockstars lead rockstar teams at Cisco with Rob Dinsmore

Nov 15 2024 37 mins

Effective leadership in tech means crafting a collaborative culture where growth happens through real-world challenges and strong interpersonal connections – not individual technical accomplishments.Rob Dinsmore has an extensive background in leadership and team development, particularly in technical organisations like Cisco. He built a highly regarded programme for top engineeri

Teaching teaming with Sara Beckman

Oct 31 2024 46 mins

Effective teaming requires intentional design and can’t be achieved simply by putting people together on a project.Teaming by Design emphasises the importance of embedding team effectiveness skills within the context of real work, rather than teaching it as a separate subject.This approach recognises that valuable teaming skills are often developed through practical experience an

Agile for business teams with Nebel Crowhurst

Oct 17 2024 42 mins

Agile isn’t just for software teams – its principles can be effectively applied to HR and other business teams, offering a pragmatic approach to improving workflow and efficiency.It goes beyond flexible working or nimble decision-making, representing a philosophy and set of principles for getting work done more effectively.Nebel Crowhurst is the Chief People Officer at Reward G

How to succeed in an assignment with Kevin Asher

Oct 03 2024 38 mins

International assignments in business require careful preparation, adaptability, and a focus on making a positive impact rather than just “making your mark”.Success in foreign assignments often comes from reinforcing and amplifying existing strengths within an organisation, rather than attempting to overhaul everything.Kevin Asher is a leader, strategist, and innovator in healt

The engagement crisis and what to do about it with Juliet Owen

Sep 19 2024 37 mins

Employee engagement is in crisis, with staggeringly low levels of engagement across the workforce, particularly among younger employees.This lack of engagement is not only affecting workers' wellbeing, but also has significant economic impact, with an estimated $8.9 trillion lost annually in global GDP due to low engagement.This week's guest is Juliet Owen, business analyst at Squa

How to lead teams asynchronously with Liam Martin

Sep 05 2024 50 mins

It’s time for a new approach to teamwork: one that minimises distractions, reduces time-blocking communication, prioritises mental health, and promotes independent and efficient work.This management style can lead to more productive teams, with fewer managers and more individual contributors, with everyone focused on their core competencies.Liam Martin is the author of a bestsell

Being a specialist in a team with Ash Winter

Aug 22 2024 36 mins

To bring specialists into teams with different skill sets takes good communication and a knowledge of the history of the team you’re integrating. Doing this well means everyone can point their skills at solving problems.Ash Winter is an experienced software tester who has a particular interest in how teams and organisations work. Ash has been a software tester for over 15 years,

Rejoining the team after babies with Jessica Heagren

Aug 08 2024 42 mins

Workplaces need to provide better support and flexibility to parents coming back from having a child. And more needs to be done to redress the imbalance of working mums vs working dads.Jessica Heagren is the founder of Careers After Babies, and an advocate for gender equality in the workplace, particularly for women coming back after maternity leave. Jess has conducted extensive re

The 5 things every team should do to be more effective with Professor Peter Hawkins

Jul 25 2024 32 mins

Effective leadership means understanding the needs of all stakeholders, not just your team members. When teams broaden their thinking to their customer base, to the wider ecology, and even to future generations, they make more effective decisions.Professor Peter Hawkins has a lifetime of experience working on systemic team coaching, leadership development, and organisational change