DISC Profile: Yellow, Red, Green (I,D,S) | In this episode, Kerry Lockyer (a seasoned expert in learning and development and founder of Oomph Learning and Development), shares a profound realisation she had through observing her children's distinct differences, which highlighted the importance of nurturing self-awareness and emotional intelligence from a young age.

The conversation discusses strategies for avoiding labels, understanding different perspectives, and appreciating cognitive diversity within organisations. Kerry emphasises the transformative power of tools like Clarity 4D and Insights, which utilise the language of colour to improve organisational culture and performance.

Ultimately, this episode underlines the importance of understanding, respecting, and harnessing individual differences to foster personal growth and professional success, while also giving back to the community.

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About the Guest

Kerry Lockyer

Kerry is a L7 CIPD qualified L&D professional, with a 25 year track record delivering significant performance improvements within leadership, sales and team development.

She’s a Licensed Insights Practitioner, Accredited Clarity4D Business Partner, NLP Practitioner, TEDx Speaker and is also the Regional President of the Professional Speaking Association in the North West.

On a personal level, she has a particular passion for working with young people and is proud to support Kriss Akabusi on his Project Mackenzie programme, which improves the outcomes for young people transitioning out of the care system. She’s also a volunteer mentor for The Girls Network.

Connect with Kerry

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/kerrylockyer

Oomph Learning Website: www.oomphlearning.co.uk

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kerry.l.hughes.3

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I&D) | In this eye-opening episode of "It Starts With YOU," Vic and her guest Stephen Whitton take a deep dive into the impact of our behaviours and personality styles.

As Stephen shares his dynamic journey from the motor trade industry to becoming a professional speaker, the discussion unfolds to uncover the influence of childhood experiences on shaping personalities. With a focus on honesty, communication styles, and the interplay of different personality types, the episode illuminates the profound impact of our early experiences on our behaviours.

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About the Guest

Stephen Whitton

Stephen is the Founder of [M]enable – the global movement for mental health support in the Automotive Sector. After a successful career of over 35 years in the industry, covering numerous roles from Salesman to Executive Director, he is a renowned authority on employee well-being to achieve results. A passionate speaker whose pragmatic and insightful approach has inspired 1000s of people in audiences across the world. [M]enable was created on the back of Stephen’s own struggles, with a clear purpose and mission - to change cultures in male dominated and performance driven businesses, enabling the Mental Health stigma to be removed. Stephen is also a professional MC and Conference Host and promises to sprinkle a little stardust on any event!

Connect with Stephen

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenjwhitton/

[M]enable Website: https://menable.org/

Speaker Website: https://stephenjwhitton.co.uk/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@menablementalhealthmovemen803

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Nz8IbOCw0XYu3ZvXBHs7P?si=dd9befa442e84f1c

Instagram: @mrstevew

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I&D) | In this episode of the "It Starts With YOU", host Vic O'Farrell engages in a captivating discussion with Cat Williams, a skilled Confidence Specialist, relationship therapist and clinical hypnotherapist.

Cat shares her expertise in identifying subconscious processes and behavioural patterns, using her "infinity sign" model to illustrate the intricate interplay of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in relationships.

Vic and Cat explore the impact of opposite personality styles, core values, and unresolved traumas on relationships, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and understanding protective mechanisms.

The conversation delves into the power of mindset, positive language, and shifting negative thoughts to empower change.

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About the Guest

Cat Williams

I’m Cat Williams and I’m a confidence specialist, clinical hypnotherapist, author & speaker.

I use a form of therapy called rapid transformational therapy (RTT) in combination with my own strengths psychology approach, and I set adults, children, teens and couples free from unconscious self-limiting thoughts, feelings or behaviours and re-release their natural confidence.

I am also an author and inspirational speaker. I speak in schools, universities and workplaces about strengths psychology and the power of the subconscious mind and its effect on mental health, resilience, mind-set, relationships, motivation, confidence & success.

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LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/catwilliamsspeaker/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/catstaycalm/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/StayCalmandContent

X - @catstaycalm

Email – cat@cat-williams.com

Website – www.catwilliams.com

Disc Profile: Red (D) | In this episode of the "It Starts With YOU" podcast, technologist, and CyberSecurity expert, Rob May, joins host Vic O'Farrell to unravel the intricate dynamics of communication and personality impact in the workplace.

Rob delves into the pivotal role of understanding diverse communication needs, the evolution of AI, and the significance of tailored sales proposals. With concrete examples and practical advice, Rob navigates through the intricacies of decision-making, team collaboration, and the transformative power of embracing different communication styles, from simple things like adding the team's profiles to the internal messaging system, to reminding the team to write to others in the style of the recipient.

From onboarding processes to integrating AI for interpreting DISC profiles, he outlines the path to effective workplace communication and adaption.

“It Starts with You” podcast is available everywhere on Wednesdays every fortnight.

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About the Guest

Rob May

Rob May is a Technologist and an award-winning speaker, delivering talks, keynotes, and C-Suite workshops for various business leadership organisations in Europe and the USA.

He is the founder and Executive Chair of ramsac who have been delivering AI, Technology and Cybersecurity services/support for the last 33 years. He is the UK Ambassador for CyberSecurity for the Institute of Directors, and he is ranked No. 5 in the Global rankings for CyberSecurity Thought Leaders/Influencers. Rob is on the Advisory Board of The Cyber Resilience Centre for the South East, working with industry, academia, and law enforcement and his CyberSecurity TEDx Talk has had over half a million views (on both TEDx YouTube and TED.COM). He is also a published author selling his CyberSecurity and AI books on Amazon in 8 countries.

Connect with Rob

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rpvmay/

X - https://x.com/robmay70

Email - mailto:rob.may@ramsac.com

Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpdcVfq2dB8&ab_channel=TEDxTalks

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I&D) | In this episode of "It Starts With YOU" podcast, join host Vic O'Farrell and guest Michelle Mills-Porter as they delve into the profound importance of prioritising personal fulfilment and understanding human behaviour.

Michelle shares her transformative journey, from surviving the Boxing Day tsunami to re-evaluating her life's purpose and closing her company to focus on behaviour profiling.

Through personal insights and professional experiences, she stresses the significance of aligning individuals' natural traits with their roles for a fulfilling working environment. The episode also explores the impact of adversity on realigning with core values and the emergence of new tools for personality analysis.

Don't miss the enlightening discussion on unlocking true fulfilment and understanding human behaviour.

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About the Guest

Michelle Mills-Porter

Michelle Mills-Porter was already a multi-award-winning business owner specialising in non-visual communication (Over the phone and the written word) and non-verbal communication (Body language and a cross-over into the written word) before she was involved in the Boxing Day tsunami.

Having discovered something incredible about the way we operate under immense pressure, she immersed herself in learning all she could about human behaviour, why we behave the way we do and what triggers our motivation. She developed her skills in behaviour profiling and went on to become a Master Practitioner before launching her own consultancy with more than 50 certified practitioners.

Michelle is the creator of a suite of tools that allow her clients to reach into their core, and truly understand themselves and each other better.

Connect with Michelle

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellemillsporter/

Website - https://mmp.uk.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Michellemillsporterltd

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/chelliemish

Disc Profile: Red & Blue (D&C) | In this episode of "It Starts With YOU" podcast, host Vic O'Farrell and guest, Ross Abbate, challenge the notion that great ideas only come from office environments, emphasising the impact of unconventional settings on sparking innovation.

They delve into managing virtual meetings, understanding diverse personalities, and adapting to individual styles. With a keen focus on creating positive workplace experiences, the discussion delves into the impact of AI, cultural differences in global teams, and the need for self-awareness in accommodating different generations.

This captivating episode encourages listeners to unlock their creativity and be their authentic selves in the workplace.

“It Starts with You” podcast is available everywhere on Wednesdays every fortnight.

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About the Guest

Ross Abbate

Ross Abbate, the CEO of Macro Group, has been instrumental in establishing Macro as an independent facilities management provider. His primary focus is delivering customer service that adds tangible value to clients’ businesses while fostering team growth. With 25 years of experience in facilities management, Ross led Macro Group’s inception, expanding its presence to over 45 countries and continually enhancing service offerings, talent, and performance.

Connect with Ross

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossabbate/

Disc Profile: Yellow (I) | In this episode of the "It Starts with YOU" podcast, host Vic O'Farrell and guest Rikki Arundel, delve deep into the fascinating world of behaviour and personality styles.

Rikki shares their remarkable journey of changing their gender, and their profound passion for understanding people and coaching in speaking. With insights from their sales and marketing career, Rikki discusses the impact of understanding personalities in negotiations, even sharing a personal story of triumph with a tough boss.

The episode also explores desk organisation as a reflection of personality, the importance of self-awareness in meetings, and the influence of gender on natural career tendencies. This captivating discussion is a must-listen for anyone eager to understand the intricacies of human behaviour and its impact on business and relationships.

“It Starts with You” podcast is available everywhere on Wednesdays every fortnight.

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Website - www.queenofbehaviours.com/podcast

About the Guest

Rikki Arundel

Rikki Arundel is a speaker, coach, and podcaster with a passion for understanding human behaviour. Having faced challenges in changing their gender, they bring a unique perspective to coaching and speaking. Rikki's experience in Mind Dynamics, sales, and marketing has given them insights into the impact of understanding people in negotiations. They identify as an "expressive" or "influencer" based on various profiling tools and uses this understanding to adapt their communication style for effective interactions.

Rikki's keen observations extend to desk organisation as a means of identifying personality types. They emphasise the importance of self-awareness and understanding different personality types in business settings. Rikki's exploration of transgender identity and their critique of enforcing stereotypes brings an insightful perspective to the podcast.

Connect with Rikki

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikkiarundel/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rikki.arundel/?locale=en_GB

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rikkiarundel/?hl=en

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/RikkiArundel

X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/rikkiarundel

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I & D) | In this episode guest Peter Edge and host Vic O'Farrell delve into the impact of personality styles on professional and personal lives. As former police officer now a professional speaker come comedian, Peter shares insights from his experience in policing and training, exploring the significance of understanding and respecting different personality types.

From tackling diverse roles in policing to the importance of matching personalities within a team for efficiency, this episode offers a captivating look into the dynamic interplay of personality styles in the workplace and the unique traits required for various law enforcement roles.

“It Starts with You” podcast is available everywhere on Wednesdays every fortnight.

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About the Guest

Peter Edge

After a brief flirtation with a career in Dentistry, Peter Edge spent over thirty years as a police officer in Merseyside. Serving in a wide variety of roles, from humble beginnings as a foot bobby in uniform, through vice and drugs to more senior posts as senior investigating officer, head of training and coordinator for political party conferences, he developed a reputation as a speaker, event host and compere for both police and partner agency events. On retirement from policing, already an accomplished after-dinner and keynote speaker on leadership and management, he developed an enduring interest in stand-up comedy. When not travelling across the UK making people laugh, he can often be found speaking in schools to young people on the verge of exclusion and criminal exploitation.’

Connect with Peter

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteredgespeaking

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/peter.edge.313/

Instagram - @peter.edge.313

Website - www.peteredge.net

Email peter@peteredge.co.uk

X (Twitter) - @peteredge12