Alastair Lynch knows how it feels to reach the pinnacle in professional sport. He played over 300 games in the AFL, captained the Brisbane Lions, and won 3 premierships. His was an impressive career, but one that was almost derailed due to a debilitating illness in his prime. Alastair fought an illness that professionals new little about, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. CFS patients suffer from extreme fatigue that can't be explained by an underlying medical condition. The fatigue worsens with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. Alastair also suffered from depression that he attributed to the exhausting effects of CFS. Despite the health challenges, and an ageing body, he was able to succeed at the highest level in the game. Upon his retirement from the AFL, Alastair chose to dedicate the next part of his life to helping others. As a director of the Healthy Business Performance Group, he applies his on-field lessons to help others. Episode Links https://livetilesglobal.com/livesmiles/ https://www.hbpg.com.au/

Have you been giving your credit card a bit of a work out with online shopping sprees during Covid? Did you ever stop and think about the complex distribution network that supports your online habit? I must admit that I didn't, until I met Ahmed Javed, Head of Marketing & Communications for EFL, a global supply chain company. While many global businesses have been reducing operations during Covid, companies such as EFL may have never been busier. EFL may not be a household name (yet), but chances are they have distributed something to your home in the past. They have 60 offices in 25 countries and have been operating for 37 years! The EFL story is one of complexity made simple by innovation, and it delivers a fascinating insight into an industry that many take for granted. Episode Links https://livetilesglobal.com/livesmiles/ http://www.efl.global/ https://livetilesglobal.com/products/livetiles-everywhere/

Nir Bashan is a world-renowned creativity expert. He works with leaders around the globe, teaching them to harness the power of creativity. He believes that everyone can learn to harness what he calls "The Creator Mindset", his formula for codifying creativity. The benefits include improved profitability, better customer service, and a more meaningful workplace. Nir's stories from his unique career are fascinating. He has taught undergraduate courses at UCLA, worked with global businesses, such as Microsoft, EA Sports and AT&T, and has been nominated for an Emmy! In this episode, Nir details why he believes that creativity is essential to business success. He shares examples of companies who have thrived when harnessing creativity, and those who have failed by ignoring it. An entertaining chat that uncovers some great insights on power of the Creator Mindset. Episode Links https://livetilesglobal.com/products/ http://www.nirbashan.com/ http://www.thecreatormindset.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOiXZjhjjVQ2jTpI2iukBAg | Youtube [email protected]

Have you ever been in a room full of people during a crisis? Have you ever been that person that everyone is looking to for answers? My guest on this episode has been in that position many times. Grant Chisnall is an expert crisis advisor who advises businesses on crisis management. His company, Left of Boom has been working with many companies during the COVID crisis. Grant has supported some of the world's leading organizations through crisis events. He has seen cyber attacks, air crashes, natural disasters and workplace fatalities. In this episode, Grant shares the insight he has gained from 20 years working in crisis management. He also talks about his experiences from the infamous Sundance Resources plane crash. Episode links LiveTiles Reach - A tool for communicating in times of crisis More Intelligent Workplace podcasts Sundance Plan crash newspaper article Left of Boom Crisis Talks podcast

The Four Major global tennis tournaments, known as the Grand Slam of Tennis, attract the best players in the world. With them comes millions of viewers, and millions of dollars in prize money. In years past, the Australian Open's place in the Grand Slam pecking order was towards the lower end. But not any more. Operated by Tennis Australia, the Australian Open is more than just a Grand Slam tournament. It is now a two week cultural event on the Australia calendar that attracts over 800,000 attendees. The event beams into 900 million homes and employees thousands of people. The Australian Open is a big business, but it has not been immune to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Like all businesses they are finding their way in the new world, which is a challenge. In doing so, they are focusing on three themes for the 2021 event...Recovery, Re-Open and Re-Imagine. Chris recently sat down with Tennis Australia CEO, Craig Tiley, to talk about his plans for this year's Open. For more interviews, visit: https://podcast.livetiles.nyc/

There was a bit of excitement and nervous energy when businesses were required to send their workforce home. Setting up home offices, using new technology and being able to work in leisure wear was a bit of a novelty. A few months down the track, and what started out as a temporary solution is looking more and more like the new normal. In this episode Chris talks with "Lessons in Happiness from the Third World" author, Pete Jensen. Together they discuss the current issues facing businesses with remote work forces, including: • What to do once the novelty wears off • How to avoid the downward well-being spiral • The principles of WHO-listic well-being • How to build a strategy for well-being in isolation • Finding sustained happiness Episode Links TED Talks Psychological Safety - Amy Edmonson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhoLuui9gX8&t=11s Loneliness and addiction - Rachel Wurzman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxEcvU0Vp_M Contact Pete [email protected] www.larsenjensen.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/petejensen1 Book purchases www.facilitatinghappiness.com

When COVID-19 hit, businesses around the globe implemented remote working strategies, and the work from home revolution began. With restrictions being lifted in some parts of the world, businesses are faced with the decision of either continuing to embrace remote working, or send everyone back into the office. Over the last few decades, working models and the office environment have significantly changed. We have gone from working in cubicles, to open plan, to embracing a sense of fun with a focus on work life balance, and now thanks to technology, many of us can work from anywhere. Joining me in this conversation about the changing landscape of the office environment is Dave Hassett, managing director of the Hassett group, a leading Australian boutique executive search and recruitment firm. Episode Links: LiveSmiles https://www.livetiles.nyc/teams-support-program

On this episode of the Education Series, as the business world gets ready to face the reality of a post-COVID world, it's clear there will be many new challenges to face. Is reinvention a requirement? What are the key drivers for success in the new world? What are the new opportunities for businesses, and what are the key issues to watch out for? Telstra Digital Services Partner, Julian Cross has over 20 years' experience working with large enterprise customers on digital transformation projects. On this episode we discuss his strategies for how companies can find their new normal in the post-COVID age. He also shares his insights on what the new normal may mean for employees, and some of the opportunities it will present. Episode Links: LiveSmiles https://www.livetiles.nyc/teams-support-program

Getting the chance to interview my CEO, Karl Redenbach, has been something that has been on my wish list for a while. When Karl enters a room, or jumps onto a meeting, all eyes and ears are on him. He has a certain charisma about him, an energy, and you never quite know what little gems of knowledge he is going to share. With the world starting to awaken from a Covid-imposed slumber, many businesses are making plans for "business unusual", as Karl refers to it. Karl discusses some of the major challenges businesses will face post-Covid and his excitement for what is to come. Ever the optimist, Karl shares his enthusiasm for the remote working revolution. He believes LiveTiles is well placed to support remote workers now and into the future. This is just a few examples of the insights Karl shares in this inteview. Strap yourselves in for this chat, Karl covers a lot of ground, as I expected he would. Episode Links: LiveSmiles https://www.livetiles.nyc/teams-support-program

Communicating with a remote workforce has its challenges, but what if remote working is here to stay? Have you set your remote workforce up for success? On this episode Ryan Thomas, CEO of Timlin Enterprises, offers advice on how to set up your remote workforce. Ryan has been operating a remote workforce for many years and has also helped many clients to set up their own. In this episode, he shares strategies for working together, when you are apart. How avoiding meetings for meetings' sake will make you more productive. Why understanding and respecting new work patterns is so important, and how you should prioritise fun for the sake of your mental health. Episode Links: LiveSmiles https://www.livetiles.nyc/teams-support-program