Dale Whelehan, CEO of Four Day Week Global, joins host, Andy Goram to share his expertise on the potential benefits and challenges of implementing a four-day workweek, and how this can reframe the role that work plays in our lives, and re-shape business and society for good. If you're a business leader seeking to create a more sustainable and equitable work environment while enhancing employee well-being, this episode might be just what you're looking for.

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• The benefits a four-day workweek can bring for your team's well-being and productivity.
• Actionable strategies for successfully implementing a four-day workweek in your organisation.
• The positive impact of reduced work hours on employee productivity.
• How a four-day workweek can significantly improve work-life balance and increase satisfaction and retention.
• How AI supports shorter workweeks and how it will revolutionise the way we approach productivity.

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Building Stickier, Competition-Smashing Organisations 00:03:22 - The Four-Day Workweek Debate 00:06:18 - The Purpose of the Four-Day Workweek 00:08:07 - Addressing Concerns and Criticisms 00:13:21 - Human Motivation and Organizational Behavior 00:15:14 - The Psychological Impact of Work Hours 00:18:07 - Evidence for a Four-Day Workweek 00:20:36 - Broader Societal Impact 00:25:30 - Long-Term Effects and Industry Differences 00:28:17 - Employee Utilization of Time Off 00:30:00 - Importance of Psychological Safety in Leadership 00:31:01 - Global Leadership in Work Time Conversations 00:36:15 - Impact of a Four-Day Week on Financial Situations 00:37:55 - Harnessing AI and the Future of Work 00:43:21 - Emphasising Quality Over Output 00:44:59 - The Impact of AI and the 80/20 Rule 00:45:37 - Three Pieces of Advice for Businesses 00:47:06 - Motivating the Workforce 00:47:45 - Where to Find More Information

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Dr. Randy Ross, a renowned expert on axiology, shares profound insights into the impact of values and purpose in organisational life. In an engaging conversation your host, Andy Goram and Dr. Ross explore the concept of axiology, including its beginnings in ancient Greek Philosophy and it's more modern interpretations, as a means to help and guide individuals and organisations in making purpose-driven decisions that are good for the employee, company, community and planet alike.

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• The impact of axiology in business and unlock its potential for success.
• The secrets to building a business that adds significant value to the community.
• Workplace cultures that provoke positive change, drive growth and success.
• Personal and organisational purpose statements that drive motivation and achievement.
• The principles of creating sustainable value and generosity in business.

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky from the Inside 00:03:28 - Dr. Randy Ross' Background 00:07:24 - Purpose of Business 00:11:25 - Creating Remarkable Value 00:15:34 - Bridging the Gap 00:15:44 - Axiology and Value Judgments 00:18:29 - The Seven Maxims of Value Creation 00:22:00 - Pursuit of Happiness and Money 00:27:01 - Responsibility and Ownership 00:30:24 - Purpose Statements and Value Judgements 00:44:44 - Sticky Notes of Wisdom 00:47:18 - Conclusion and Call to Action

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Why are such common sense things like essential, human skills, still not common practice when it comes to leadership? In this episode of the Sticky From The Inside podcast, host Andy Goram delves into the topic of human leadership skills in the workplace with guest Thomas Gelmi, an international coach and author of Breakthrough and The Coaching Code. Both Andy and Thomas express frustration at the gap between recognition of the importance of human leadership skills and their practical implementation in the workplace today. The conversation emphasises the need for organisations to prioritise personality development over traditional leadership skills, with Thomas highlighting the impact of authentic, empathetic, and compassionate leadership on team dynamics and overall performance.

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• The art of transforming common sense "soft" leadership skills into common practice.
• How to overcome barriers to fostering a more collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Understand the significance of fostering empathy and authenticity in leadership.
• Unpack the role of personality development in becoming a successful leader.
• The crucial role top management plays in driving cultural change and creating a positive work environment.

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The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:10 - Introduction to Sticky from the Inside 00:01:22 - The Importance of Human Leadership Skills 00:05:57 - Thomas Gelmi's Unconventional Background 00:09:37 - Key Facets of Effective Leadership 00:14:04 - The Challenge of Integrating Human Leadership Skills 00:18:27 - The Importance of Communication Skills 00:19:27 - The Biggest Mistake in Communication 00:23:31 - The Influence of Dominant Alpha Males 00:27:00 - Shifting Organisational Cultures 00:32:51 - The Process of Change 00:35:46 - The Impact of Unintentional Behaviour 00:38:10 - Raising Awareness in Organisations 00:43:52 - Sticky Note Wisdom 00:47:25 - Conclusion and Farewell

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