The Delivery Space

Wellbeing In The Workplace

If you want to learn about Well-being in the workplace, this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Nicole Mapleson!With 15+ years experience in Supplier Relationship Management in recruitment & L&D, Nicole has learnt to hone her people skills, increase her emotional intelligence and connect with people from all walks of life.She’s currently working for Philip Morris International and manages their learning vendors, specifically for the Leadership & Coaching categories.Nicole is part of a team of Mental Health Ambassadors within PMI and believes in being mindful and that we all have mental health to take care of. Ensuring we do little things to keep that happiness bucket topped up, is essential for everyone’s wellbeing.Nicole's LinkedIn Profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemapleson/In this podcast we discuss:✔️ Whether enough is being done to engage, communicate & support Co-workers ✔️ Some of the things those of us working in teams can do to support each others wellbeing in the workplace✔️ Tips to prompt discussion about wellbeing without stigma ✔️ How to encourage people to come forward and speak on wellbeing✔️ What wellbeing tools as individuals can we put in place in day to day stressful situationsFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/ Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/ Follow Sharon on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

Good Decision Making as a Board Member

If you want to explore what good decision making looks like as a board member this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Shirah Mansaray Shirah Z Mansaray has over 15 years experience working in humanitarian field with organisations such as United Nations and the Human Rights and Economic Affairs Department at the Council of Europe Strasbourg. Shirah is a Trustee & Non Executive Director at Amnesty International UK. She is CEO and founding trustee of International charity ‘I am somebody's child soldier’ which provides mental health support to former victims of war in Uganda. Shirah Z Mansaray’s LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shirah-z-mansaray/In this podcast we discuss:✔Shirah’s five step decision making process✔Role of intuition & emotion in decision making✔How the current ecosystem/ economic climate has an impact on board members✔Shirah’s recent research paper on purpose driven business & the impact economy✔What inspires ShirahFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

The Importance of Learning

If you want to explore the importance of learning & how it can benefit your career this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Swetha KalyanapuSwetha is on a journey from being a Neuro-Scientist to being a Data Scientist and is someone who believes in "Learning as a lifetime process". She says, in times of rapid change, the key to success is learning. Those who are most receptive to change, willing to come out of their comfort zone and able to learn the fastest are going to be the “winners”. She adds, my willingness to learn something new both professionally and personally helped me boost my confidence and gain competitive advantage. Swetha Kalyanapu’s LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/swetha-kalyanapu-b496611b2/In this podcast we discuss:✔When Swetha’s passion for learning began✔What role learning plays in career development✔Different types of learning styles✔How networking can support learning✔How to make time for lifelong learningFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

Resistance is Human

We are back with Season 3 !If you want to learn how to approach resistance in the workplace through kind leadership this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Kayrn Ross.Karyn is on a mission to Activate People to Create a Kinder, Better World. An artist, internationally acclaimed speaker, award-winning author, consultant, coach, and practitioner, Karyn is one of the Founding Mothers of Women in Lean – Our Table, a global group of almost one thousand women lean practitioners. Karyn is also Founder and President of the Love and Kindness Project Foundation, a registered public charity and The New School for Kind Leaders. She has created both of these initiatives to help people around the world think, speak, act and lead more kindly.Karyn’s sixth book, The Kind Leader: A Practical Guide to Eliminating Fear, Creating Trust and Leading with Kindness is available on Amazon.Karyn Ross LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/krclean4service/In this podcast we discuss:✔Whether resistance is actually a negative thing✔How to work with resistance and maintain positive team dynamics ✔Tips for facilitators encountering resistance✔Where resistance can lead to positive outcomes✔The Kind Leader BookFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

Part 2 The Different Types of PMO and The Necessary Key Competencies

Youtube LindsayIf you want to learn about the different types of PMO & necessary key competencies this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Lindsay ScottLindsay has worked in and around project management and PMO for over 20 years and is a Director at PMO Learning, a training company focused on PMO and Co-Founder of the House of PMO, a professional membership organisation for PMO practitioners. Lindsay is the co-author of the PMO Competency Framework, the editor of the Handbook of People in Project Management and PMI’s careers columnist. She speaks regularly on project management and PMO careers topics – and provides 1-2-1 coaching for those looking to advance their careers in PMO.Lindsay Scott LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/pmolindsayIn this podcast part 2 of 2, we discuss:✔ Different skill sets required for the different PMO types✔ Recommendations for PMO people that want to develop additional skills and switch between the different types of PMO✔ How PMO’s can support delivery teams00:00 Part 1 recap01:20 The different skills sets are required for different PMO types mentioned03:16 Recommendations for PMO people that want to develop additional skills and switch between the different types of PMO10:45 How PMO’s can support delivery teamsFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

The Different Types of PMO & Necessary Key Competencies

If you want to learn about the different types of PMO & necessary key competencies this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Lindsay ScottLindsay has worked in and around project management and PMO for over 20 years and is a Director at PMO Learning, a training company focused on PMO and Co-Founder of the House of PMO, a professional membership organisation for PMO practitioners. Lindsay is the co-author of the PMO Competency Framework, the editor of the Handbook of People in Project Management and PMI’s careers columnist. She speaks regularly on project management and PMO careers topics – and provides 1-2-1 coaching for those looking to advance their careers in PMO.Lindsay Scott LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/pmolindsayIn this podcast, part 1 of 2 we discuss:✔The different types of PMO✔The scenarios in which the different types of PMO are needed✔The impact of the pandemic on the types of PMO & skills that were needed and impactfulFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

Developing Your Career in The Delivery Space

If you want to learn how to get ahead & progress your career in the field of delivery this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Mamta GeraMamta is a leadership consultant, coach and course creator who has delivered numerous workshops, coaching and training to executives, directors and managers within organisations, ranging all industries. Mamta has over 20 years’ experience within the Broadcast Media industry, having worked in companies such as Sky, Amazon, and the BBC. In Mamta's previous role at Accedo, she led a team of over 60 employees across EMEA and was accountable for financial performance, portfolio health and governance activities. Mamta is now passionate about positively changing mindsets within organisations - particularly helping women, ethnic minorities and LGBTQ members reach their full potential, and become confident, inspiring leaders. Current clients include Warnermedia, Cazoo, Naked Wines, Harper Collins, News UK and UCL.Mamta Gera l LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mamta-gera-371b4b1/In this podcast we discuss:Mamta’s career journey in the delivery spaceCareer challenges Mamta faced and she overcame them Recommended supportThe importance of networkingHow Mamta chose her career pathFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-delivery-space/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

Mindset and the Compound Effect

If you want to explore how to create a resilient mindset & creating momentum via the power of the compound effect this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Property Developer Lewis BlakelockLewis’ previous experience includes managing a KFC Franchise store with 2m annual turnover and a team of 30-40 staff. He is Co-Host of The Developers Network North East, a fantastic & knowledgeable monthly networking event focused on property development.His experience spans across portfolio management of Serviced Accommodation, Buy to Let, House in Multiple Occupation, Industrial stock, land development and acquisition, commercial conversions and project management. Lewis Blakelock LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lewisblakelock/In this podcast we discuss:✔How to create a sustainable routine✔A breakdown of the compound effect✔Tips on building a resilient mindset✔What types of challenges Lewis faced at the start of his business ventures and what tools he used to overcome them✔Recommended reading

Creating Understanding Through Differences

If you want to explore how to create understanding through differences using facilitation this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by visual facilitator Charles-Louis de Maere.Bringing people together is something that lives on through Charles-Louis workshops and training. Whether they take place online or on-premise, Charles-Louis facilitates workshops and learning experiences that focus on high participation, on learning by doing and verifying that the concepts are integrated. Charles-Louis is also a skilled visual facilitator. He loves bringing people in contact with the power of Visual Thinking, of getting back to our roots and using pen and paper to bring people closer together. Charles-Louis de Maere.LinkedIn Profilehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/charleslouisdemaere/In this podcast we discuss: Facilitation techniques to create a safe experience for team members to bring up their differencesWhy getting to a unified conclusion isn’t always helpfulTechniques to test understanding when facilitatingHow making small changes can switch things up. For instance, if leadership are involved, do they always have to talk first?How to avoid ‘Groupthink’ and invite team members to voice their own opinionsFollow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2ZAetmzUnqXFbZzDLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/77075379/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/

LeSS vs SAFe

If you want to explore the differences between LeSS and SAFe this is the podcast for you!This week we are joined by Agile Transformation and Feature Team Specialist, Ben Maynard.Ben has coached, trained & been passionate about software & people since 2009 proving that it is possible to sustain change, build relationships, trust & respect at all levels of an organisation.He is the creator of the UK’s best Large Scale Scrum (LeSS) Community & the most successful Podcast dedicated to all things LeSS Ben is the UK’s only Certified LeSS Trainer & Certified Coach.Ben Maynard LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benmaynard-sheev/ In this podcast we discuss: The distinction between LeSS and SAFe The key attributes required for scaled frameworks to succeed in client-vendor scenarios Common pitfalls in selecting scaled frameworks Building blocks that organisations need to have in place before scalingFollow the Delivery Space on: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HW2Ni2...LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...Instagram https://www.instagram.com/delivspace/Follow Nisha on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishajoshi1/Follow Sharon on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-williams-pmo/