In this year-end reflection, Paul, Caleb, and Jonathan discuss their personal and professional achievements, changes, and experiences from the past year. They share their thoughts on standing desks, personal growth and the importance of family. They also discuss their hobbies and passions, including street art, drumming, and cooking. The conversation includes reflections on personal growth, finding purpose, and the importance of enjoying life. They share their experiences of attending a memorable concert and express gratitude for their loved ones. The podcast ends with a discussion on taking risks and finding the right fit in life.Here are the mentions with timestamps in the text:Mention: Illustrator   Timestamp: 00:31:42Mention: "Masterchef" (book)   Timestamp: 00:37:43Mention: Instagram   Timestamp: 00:33:24Mention: Greg Wallace's Instagram   Timestamp: 00:37:43Mention: YouTube   Timestamp: 00:34:11Mention: Spotify   Timestamp: 00:34:48Mention: "The Power of Yet" (book)   Timestamp: 00:44:26Mention: ECAI (The Adaptability Business) (website)   Timestamp: 00:45:22Mention: Dan Sullivan (Ross Thornley's coach)   Timestamp: 00:45:22Mention: Steve Jobs' quote on never settling (video)    Timestamp: 00:47:34Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this podcast episode, hosts Caleb and Paul discuss their recent experiences, including attending the Learning Tech Awards and enjoying a gala dinner. They reflect on the efficiency of the event and express gratitude for various things. They also discuss the importance of a growth mindset, the role of leaders in encouraging this, and the need for support and encouragement. The hosts also share their experiences as judges for an award ceremony and emphasize the importance of authenticity in building relationships. The conversation ends with a discussion about cooking habits, games, gift ideas, and their current watch list.Links & mentionsTools:Ergonomic chair - 00:01:18Vertical mouse - 00:02:42Magic trackpad - 00:03:29Day One app or some form of journaling - 00:40:49Craft app for note-taking and backlinking - 00:41:47Spaghetti measuring tool - 00:43:52Spaghetti measuring tool - 00:44:15iPhone holder - 00:45:11Books:Clive Myrie's book "Everything is Everything" - 00:46:47Videos:Documentary about Concorde - 00:50:26Events:Black Friday - 00:03:52Cyber Monday - 00:03:52Lone Tech Awards - 00:05:53Learn Tech Awards - 00:09:46Podcasts:This Week in Tech podcast - 00:04:22Articles:Article by Carol Dweck on the power of yet - 00:14:36Miscellaneous:Reverend Richard Coles - 00:06:51Karting - 00:07:18Course (no specific course mentioned) - 00:21:58Apple Reminders - 00:30:33Contacts App - 00:31:51Monopoly Deal card game - 00:43:22Cards Against Humanity - 00:44:24"I'm a Celebrity" TV show - 00:47:32"Survivor" TV show - 00:47:32Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode of the "I Love It Here" podcast, hosts Caleb Foster, Paul Westlake, and Jonathan Cooper discuss their recent activities, experiences, and gratitude. They talk about their love for coffee, the importance of keeping up with various skills in their work, and the role of learning and development in organizations. The hosts also discuss the challenge of measuring the impact of learning and development efforts. They highlight the importance of effective onboarding in organizations and the need for businesses to align with industry trends and technological advancements. The episode ends with an invitation for pioneers in the field to share their experiences on the podcast.Mentions with timestamps:Holy Island: 00:02:05Pilgrims Coffee: 00:02:05Dark Arts Coffee: 00:04:14Fermented coffee: 00:04:19Craft beers: 00:05:25Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop: 00:07:58Graphics tablet: 00:08:53ChatGPT: 00:09:48Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

OverviewIn this podcast episode, Caleb, Paul and Jonathan discuss various topics, such as their recent activities, including vacations and experiences with playing bowls. They express gratitude for different aspects of their lives, such as holidays and learning new skills. They also delve into the concept of personal purpose, reflecting on their own desires and qualities they want to be known for. The conversation touches on education, self-worth, and the idea of destiny versus creating purpose. They conclude by discussing TV shows they have been watching and planning an online event to further explore the questions raised.Mentions with timestamps:Podcast episode: "I Love It Here" - Timestamp: 00:00:00Brompton - Timestamp: 00:02:30Bear Grylls partnership with Brompton - Timestamp: 00:02:30Facebook groups for off-road Brompton biking - Timestamp: 00:03:21Macbook frisbee analogy - Timestamp: 00:04:04Charity bowls event - Timestamp: 00:05:31Bowling club - Timestamp: 00:05:53Bowling through arches - Timestamp: 00:06:56Bowling technical challenges - Timestamp: 00:07:19Bowling balls called woods - Timestamp: 00:07:21Social event - Timestamp: 00:08:43Perception of bowls - Timestamp: 00:09:29League structure in bowls - Timestamp: 00:10:18YouTube - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:15:19Ucas website - mentioned by speaker 2 at 00:20:08Simon Sinek's book "Start With Why" - mentioned at 00:33:58Dan Carter's book "They Are Winning" - mentioned at 00:35:01What does it mean to have a good life? - Timestamp: 01:05:34How do I measure my self-worth? - Timestamp: 01:06:41What do I need right now more than anything else? - Timestamp: 01:06:41Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode of "I Love It Here," the Caleb, Paul and Jonathan along with guest Sophie Costin from MakeReal discuss gratitude, immersive learning, virtual reality technology, and gentle parenting. They share personal stories and experiences, highlighting the positive impact of gratitude and the potential of immersive learning and virtual reality in various fields. They also explore the concept of gentle parenting and its parallels with coaching and leadership in the business world. The episode concludes with a lighthearted discussion about personal playlists and an invitation for listeners to connect with the hosts and guests.Tools, Websites, Links, Books, and Videos mentioned in the podcast episode:Make Real - Website: Make Real - Timestamp: 00:01:35Immersive learning - Timestamp: 00:01:47LinkedIn - Mentioned by Caleb Foster - Timestamp: 00:03:53Elderflower champagne - Mentioned by Caleb Foster - Timestamp: 00:03:53Apple tree - Mentioned by Caleb Foster - Timestamp: 00:04:59Brompton bike - Mentioned by Jonathan Cooper - Timestamp: 00:06:06Canal towpath - Mentioned by Jonathan Cooper - Timestamp: 00:08:33Day One - A journaling app mentioned at 00:14:33. LinkA Thousand Questions for Sophie - A book mentioned at 00:15:28. LinkVision Pro - An Apple product mentioned at 00:17:30. LinkHololens - A mixed reality headset mentioned at 00:18:30. LinkMeta Quest Pro - mentioned at 00:24:08 - Website: Meta Quest ProMeta Quest Two - mentioned at 00:24:34 - Website: Meta Quest TwoMeta Quest Three - mentioned at 00:24:34 - Website: Meta Quest ThreeSpatial IO - mentioned at 00:31:31 - Website: Spatial IOBaseline - mentioned at 00:31:29 - Website: BaselineAirPod Pros - mentioned at 00:32:19VR headset - mentioned at 00:32:19Teams - mentioned at 00:32:19Oil rig training - mentioned at 00:33:15E-learning - mentioned at 00:33:15Virtual reality - mentioned at 00:34:28Immersive learning - mentioned at 00:34:28Drama for learning - mentioned at 00:34:59Vodafone working at heights - mentioned at 00:35:53Academic research on virtual reality - mentioned at 00:35:53Empathy machine - mentioned at 00:37:03Lloyds banking group - mentioned at 00:38:04Location-based events - mentioned at 00:39:44Van Gogh Alive - mentioned at 00:40:10Dali experience - mentioned at 00:40:29Mario Kart experience - mentioned at 00:41:09Richie's Plank Experience - mentioned at 00:44:00Unity - mentioned at 00:48:20Sarah Rockwell Smith - mentioned at 00:52:24Philippa Perry - mentioned at 00:52:24Gentle parenting approach - mentioned at 00:53:27Peter Crouch movie on Amazon Prime - mentioned at 00:58:37Molly Wright's TED Talk - mentioned at 01:00:24Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode of "I Love It Here," we dive into a variety of topics related to making life and work a better experience for everyone. We start by sharing what we are grateful for, with Jonathan talking about his new electric bike, Paul mentioning his daughter's hard work and upcoming holidays and Caleb discussing a great conversation he recently had with Dominic Monkhouse.Dominic talks about the importance of helping businesses and organizations get clarity on their vision for the future. He emphasizes the need for businesses to have a systematic process to improve continually and become the best in their industry. Jonathan and Paul discuss the importance of playing to win and constantly driving towards success, rather than just protecting what you already have. They also touch on the idea of culture and how it can be difficult to define, but ultimately comes down to people caring and taking pride in their work.Dominic shares a story about hiring a software developer who asked if anyone would shout at him during the interview. This led to a discussion about the importance of having high expectations and a clear mission in the workplace. We also discuss the qualities of a good leader and the impact of clear expectations and regular praise.We end the episode by discussing our current interests and recommendations for TV shows, games, and other forms of entertainment. We also touch on the importance of taking breaks and finding ways to stimulate the mind and body.MentionsElectric Bikes:- Brompton electric bike (00:01:11)- Stryk electric bike retrofit kit (00:04:13)Workshops/Podcasts:- Strategic Coach workshop (00:08:38)- The Melting Pot podcast (00:08:38)Business Culture:- "Drive for Excellence" culture (00:09:50)Tools/Websites/Links:- Friday Pulse (tool) - mentioned at 00:37:12- Excelsior MAT (client) - mentioned at 00:36:13- Gallup (00:49:14)- Monkhouse and Company (00:55:43)Books:- "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink (00:52:02)- "Net Positive" by Paul Polman and Andrew Winston (00:53:20)- "The 12 Week Year" by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington (00:53:40)- "10x is Easier Than 2x" by Dan Sullivan (00:54:42)- "Extreme Ownership" by Jocko Willink (00:52:02)- "Net Positive" by Paul Polman and Andrew Winston (00:53:20)- "The 12 Week Year" by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington (00:53:40)- "10x is Easier Than 2x" by Dan Sullivan (00:54:42)Videos:- Red Dead Redemption 2 (video game) - mentioned at 01:08:29- Netflix's The Diplomat (TV series) - mentioned at 01:11:17- Brompton-related YouTube videos (minor modifications and improvements) - mentioned at 01:11:44- Apple TV's Crowded Room (TV series) - mentioned at 01:12:40- Adobe Photoshop's Firefly (AI tool) - mentioned at 01:13:34- Midjourney's Zoom Out (AI tool) - mentioned at 01:14:32Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode of "I Love It Here," we had the pleasure of speaking with Gemma Sandwell, an energy alignment coach. Gemma shared her journey from working in the corporate world to setting up her own business and how she overcame extreme social anxiety using positive psychology. We also discussed the pressure of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) in a corporate environment and the importance of psychological safety and a growth mindset.Gemma emphasized the need for self-awareness and understanding one's authentic self to determine what kind of self-care works best for them. She shared her experience of setting firm boundaries and taking care of herself before her TEDx talk, which helped her deliver her message effectively. We also discussed the importance of recognizing one's strengths and superpowers, rather than feeling the pressure to have all the answers.We also talked about the societal impact of rewarding those who shout the loudest and the challenges of being authentic in the workplace. The conversation then shifts to the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and the potential risks it poses to humanity. We highlighted the importance of being mindful of the impact of technology and the need for leaders to prioritise empathy and flexibility in their approach to managing teams.Overall, the episode encourages listeners to prioritise their well-being and align their values with their work to create a fulfilling experience. So, if you want to learn more about how to overcome social anxiety, the importance of self-care, and the impact of AI, tune in to this episode of "I Love It Here."As Gemma Sandwell says, "Test out what works for you." So, go ahead and listen to the full episode to find out what works for you.Links & MentionsBooks:Coaching in the Great Unknown by John Ballen - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:13:35Coaching with the Brain in Mind by David Rock - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:15:55Model:SCARF model by David Rock - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:15:55Tools:Agent GPT (chat GPT) - a tool for self-learning AI conversation, mentioned at 00:50:42Articles:BBC News article on AI and the risk of extinction, featuring Sam Altman (CEO of OpenAI) and the executive of Google DeepMind, mentioned at 00:52:11AI:Large language models used in AI, mentioned at 00:53:58TV Shows:Ted Lasso (mentioned by speaker 5 at 00:56:22)Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland (mentioned by speaker 4 at 00:56:40)Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode of "I Love It Here," we dive into the art of storytelling and its importance in the business world. Our guest, Andrew Thorp, is a professional storyteller and a storytelling coach and consultant who helps technically trained professionals communicate their message in a more creative and engaging way using storytelling techniques.We discuss the role of storytelling in soft persuasion and brand storytelling. We also touch on the importance of understanding the audience and adapting the story accordingly.Andrew emphasizes the importance of knowing the audience and saying something that resonates with them. He shares a workshop he conducted for a consulting firm where he used a little trick to get their attention and make them realize the damaging phrases they used in their LinkedIn profiles.We also discuss the importance of recognizing and elevating moments that contribute to business purposes through storytelling. We emphasize the need to understand the person behind the story and personalize the experience to create an emotional connection.Andrew shares his experience of participating in a park run race and how it relates to the topic of storytelling. He talks about the importance of stories in making sense of the world and how they provide a template for understanding complex situations.We also discuss the structure of storytelling and how it follows rules. We mention the importance of context, character, inciting incident, challenge, and resolution in a story. We also emphasize the need for a point in business storytelling and give examples of how to use storytelling in corporate appraisals to visualize future goals.Overall, the conversation highlights the power of storytelling in various contexts and the importance of understanding its nuances to effectively communicate with others.If you want to learn more about the art of storytelling and its importance in the business world, give this episode a listen. You can find us on all major podcast platforms, and don't forget to leave us a review!As always, thank you for tuning in.Mentions with Timestamps:"To Sell is Human" by Dan Pink: 00:04:00The movie "Air" about the Nike Air Jordan story: 00:07:10Focus modes: 00:29:35Portrait Artists the Year: 00:32:05Park Run: 00:35:01Joseph Campbell's "The Hero's Journey": 00:47:17"Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" by Max Tegmark: 00:54:48"Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek: 00:55:47Fireflies AI (tool): 00:57:13David Sedaris (author): 01:00:38Rick Shiels (YouTube channel): 01:02:47Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with our special guest, James McLuckie, about learning and development and the hospitality industry. James is the Chief Learning Officer at Mapal and shared his insights on enhancing the learning experience for people, the challenges facing the hospitality industry, and the potential benefits of AI in the field.Before diving into the main topics, we also shared our gratitude moments for the month, discussing the importance of staying connected with people and finding ways to overcome challenges in order to be more productive and creative.Throughout the episode, we had a lively conversation with James about the purpose of learning and development initiatives, the ideal learning experience, and the importance of mentorship and leadership. We also shared some TV and movie recommendations for listeners.To wrap up the episode, James shared his information for anyone interested in connecting with him on Twitter or LinkedIn. We want to thank James for being a guest on the podcast and thank our listeners for tuning in. Don't hesitate to drop us a line or discuss anything further.Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach

Collaboration over Competition: Shifting the mindset to create a stronger business   In this episode, the team chat about the importance of connecting with people professionally, creating synergy and forging genuine relationships based on trust through meaningful collaboration. As well as the sentiment behind the change of season and the fresh start this can give us to think differently this year. We explore how being deliberate with those who share the same values and approaches allows us to thrive in business. Connecting with those who are in a similar professional position as you, sharing solutions to professional struggles and challenges. The team chat about pushing themselves out of their comfort zone by learning new skills and collaborating with other professionals to strengthen their own skill set. We talk about the importance of being open to these relationships and how to create meaningful connections. How to identify what tools and expertise we have as a business, and then how these can benefit other people. How to look inwardly first and think about what can we bring to these relationships rather than what we can get out of it. This month we're joined by Georgie Cooke from Lima Delta. Lima Delta are a digital learning company that help L&D teams level up their digital learning through amazing design solutions.Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach