Best Ava M Podcasts (2024)

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158: M&A upswing, Picking leaders and Footbridges (Pt II) 48:49

1d ago48:49

48:49

Bishop & Taylor discuss this year’s tide of merger & acquisition activity, the appointment of Pete Redfern at Travis Perkins and National Highways’ footbridge design competition. But they start with an update on last episode’s discussion on AdBlue.By The Construction Index

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Regulating Your Nervous System with Ava Johanna Pendl 40:04

11h ago40:04

40:04

In this episode of Welcome to Eloma, Ava Johanna Pendl, Executive Coach and Founder of The Academy of Breath, talks about the importance of regulating the nervous system for entrepreneurs. Kiley and Ava discuss the challenges that entrepreneurs face, such as constant productivity and lack of boundaries, which can lead to burnout and dysregulation. …

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157: All Change, AdBlue and the Ava Bridge 48:15

3d ago48:15

48:15

In another typically wide-ranging episode, Bishop & Taylor discuss what we can expect from the new government, problems with AdBlue and the latest addition to Network Rail’s footbridge catalogueBy The Construction Index

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Building Your Wealth Strategy with Chelsea Ransom-Cooper 41:15

11d ago41:15

41:15

In this episode of Welcome to Eloma, Chelsea Ransom-Cooper, Chief Financial Planning Officer of Zenith Wealth Partners, talks about how entrepreneurs can build wealth within their businesses and outside of their businesses. Kiley and Chelsea explore the potholes that women founders often fall into when it comes to navigating wealth creation, such a…

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156: Supreme Court spanner in the works, Blue hydrogen and the 6,000-tonne crane 53:40

18d ago53:40

53:40

In a football and election-free zone, Bishop & Taylor discuss the implications of the Finch v Surrey CC Supreme Court judgment, the flawed credentials of certain hydrogens and Mammoet’s massive new flagship machineBy The Construction Index

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Preparing Your Business for Exit with Carrie Kerpen 39:15

1M ago39:15

39:15

In this episode of Welcome to Eloma, Carrie Kerpen, Former CEO and Founder of Likeable, talks about the process of preparing a business for exit and successfully negotiating an eight-figure sale. Kiley and Carrie emphasize the importance of building a business with the end in mind and creating scalable, repeatable processes. Carrie shares her exper…

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155: Election lobbying, Red7 Marine and Chatham Docks 51:09

1M ago51:09

51:09

After airing views about construction industry lobbying, Bishop & Taylor decide to park the politics. Taylor has been talking to an interesting SME, while Bishop has been following the battle for Chatham Docks.By The Construction Index

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Beating Burnout with Julian Reeve 44:46

1M ago44:46

44:46

In this episode of Welcome to Eloma, Julian Reeve, CEO of Perfect Equilibrium Inc, talks about burnout, the causes, and prevention strategies. Julian shares his personal experience of burnout after working as the Musical Director for the Broadway show, Hamilton, and then taking over 25 Broadway shows around the world as a Music Director, and how it…

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154: Election fever, International trade and Forever chemicals 48:43

2M ago48:43

48:43

Bishop & Taylor discuss how construction industry interests may or may not figure in the main party manifestos. They also discuss the UK’s entry to an Indo-Pacific trade bloc and why machinery manufacturers fear restrictions on the use of ‘forever’ chemicals.By The Construction Index

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Embracing Risk with Gill Moakes 40:45

2M ago40:45

40:45

“Nothing is ever as complicated as we make it,” says Gill Moakes of life and entrepreneurship. The award-winning ICF certified business coach and podcast host discusses the power of taking calculated risks in business. Gill explains how trusting oneself and making bold decisions can drive both business and personal growth. She highlights the specif…

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153: The Construction Skills Crisis 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

Bishop & Taylor are joined by recruitment consultant Greg Shaw, Randstad’s London regional director, to discuss the construction industry jobs market and the future of the industryBy The Construction Index

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Leading Consciously with Ana Maria Moreno 35:29

3M ago35:29

35:29

“Being a conscious leader makes smart business sense,” asserts Ana Maria Moreno, CEO and founder of Copal. Copal is a business coaching practice that incorporates inner energetic work to help entrepreneurs elevate their business and personal lives. Ana Maria has an impressive background, including an Ivy League degree, an MBA from Oxford, and leade…

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152: The Downfall Episode: Osborne, Yousaf and Honda Swindon 56:06

3M ago56:06

56:06

In this episode Bishop & Taylor mourn the demise of Geoffrey Osborne Ltd. They also discuss how missing green targets brought down Scotland’s first minister. Also examined are demolition projects featured in the May 2024 issue of The Construction Index magazine: Honda’s Swindon plant and a bridge over the M25 at Wisley.…

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151: Could Truss be right? 50:53

3M ago50:53

50:53

Britain’s briefest prime minister has a book out this week and Bishop & Taylor discuss some of the things that she’s been saying. Even a stopped clock is right twice a day, they decide. So what might Liz Truss be right about? Also in this episode, checking consultants’ credentials and Taylor’s adventure in artificial intelligence.…

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150: (Im)mobile Cranes, London Supersewer and MMC Review 51:39

4M ago51:39

51:39

Bishop & Taylor discuss the increasing difficulties endured by mobile crane hire companies faced with road embargos. They celebrate the completion of construction of the Thames Tideway tunnel (and hope it stops rowers vomiting). And they wonder what housing minister Lee Rowley’s MMC policy review might throw up.…

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Defining Success for Yourself with Kiley Peters 21:40

4M ago21:40

21:40

Looking to redefine success on your own terms? Host Kiley Peters dives into the concept of personal success and shares what she calls the "DNA of Success" framework. Drawing on her experiences with Brainchild Studios, her digital marketing agency, and the founding of RAYNE IX, Kiley guides listeners toward understanding that pursuing someone else's…

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149: Killer Materials, Dubious Contracts and National Security 51:08

4M ago51:08

51:08

In an unusually wide ranging episode, Bishop & Taylor cover crystalline silica, plastic pipes, the Lower Thames Crossing, the A66, the Daily Telegraph (is it really more important to national security than nuclear power?) and stress-inducing questions.By The Construction Index

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Healing Trauma to Move Forward with Corban David Jenai 42:40

5M ago42:40

42:40

How does trauma shape the journey of an entrepreneur? In this episode, Kiley Peters sits down with Corban David Jenai to tackle this complex question. Corban, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, writer, and the leader of HopeGuide, brings his personal and professional experiences to the forefront of the discussion. Corban defines trauma not simply as e…

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148: Budget Special 21:07

5M ago21:07

21:07

Bishop & Taylor are joined by Dr David Crosthwaite, chief economist of the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS), to discuss Jeremy Hunt’s spring 2024 budget statement.By The Construction Index

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147: Decarbonising construction machinery 31:48

5M ago31:48

31:48

Bishop & Taylor are joined by L Lynch Plant Hire joint managing director Merrill Lynch to discuss reducing construction’s diesel consumption.By The Construction Index

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Elevating All Voices Through Effective Storytelling with Tyshun Wardlaw 34:38

5M ago34:38

34:38

Ready to transform your entrepreneurial journey through storytelling? Join host Kiley Peters as she sits down with Tyshun Wardlaw, owner of Wardlaw Production, to explore how storytelling can elevate your business. Discover the keys to effective storytelling: innovation, audience understanding, and authenticity. Tyshun debunks common storytelling m…

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146: Planning reforms, National Highways probe and Nuclear safety breaches 44:33

5M ago44:33

44:33

Bishop & Taylor explore the disconnect between attempts to remove red tape for house-builders while simultaneously burdening them with ever-greater levels of bureacracy. They also discuss news from a couple of regulatory authorities: the Office of Rail & Road is investigating the deteriorating performance of National Highways; and the Office for Nu…

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Building Intrapreneurs with Kiley Peters 34:06

5M ago34:06

34:06

Do you want to empower your team to take ownership, innovate, and lead with impact? In this thought-provoking episode of Welcome to Eloma, host Kiley Peters delves deep into the concept of building intrapreneurs within organizations – individuals who not only embrace an ownership mindset but also thrive on taking calculated risks, fostering innovat…

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145: Anglia Square, Prefab woes and Measuring carbon 49:25

6M ago49:25

49:25

In this episode, Bishop & Taylor hear from Bob Weston about why he had to scrap his £300m Anglia Square development in Norwich. They also discuss a House of Lords report that damns government’s lack of strategy for prefab housing. And they ask whether carbon measuring rules need to be dictated by government, as proposed by a coalition of industry i…

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Cultivating Stamina and Resilience with Steven Pivnik 29:54

6M ago29:54

29:54

Entrepreneurship is like an endurance sport, requiring not just skill but also grit and unwavering perseverance. In this episode, Kiley Peters is joined by Steven Pivnik, an entrepreneur, Ironman athlete and freshly-minted author. Together, they dive into the valuable lessons Steven shares from his entrepreneurial and endurance sport experiences. O…

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144: The Rudi Klein Manifesto 47:58

6M ago47:58

47:58

Bishop & Taylor are re-joined by Rudi Klein, perhaps the construction industry’s most seasoned campaigner for change. He shares his opinions on the need for industry reform and encourages listeners to take the opportunity of this year’s general election to lobby their local candidates.By The Construction Index

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Increasing Self-Awareness in Leadership with Zovig Garboushian 41:43

6M ago41:43

41:43

Feeling like you've stumbled into leadership? Wishing for a way to lead with more confidence and less stress? In this episode of Welcome To Eloma, host Kiley Peters is joined by Zovig Garbushian, the founder of Boldness Ablaze Coaching. With a wealth of experience spanning over 25 years in brand marketing, organizational effectiveness, and leadersh…

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143: Milne down, Neurodivergence and Rebranding Artex 41:30

7M ago41:30

41:30

Bishop & Taylor kick off 2024 mourning the demise of Stewart Milne Group. They also consider the apparent preponderence of neurodiversity within construction project management and discuss the rebranding of Artex.By The Construction Index

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Protecting Your IP with Erin Austin 43:07

7M ago43:07

43:07

"Your intellect is your greatest asset," asserts Erin Austin. Erin is a strategic lawyer and consultant who uses her 25+ years of practicing law, including roles as COO and general counsel at large and small IP-driven companies, to help businesses protect and leverage their expertise. Erin and Kiley Peters discuss intellectual property (IP) protect…

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Goal Setting for the New Year with Kiley Peters 23:06

7M ago23:06

23:06

As 2023 draws to a close, join Kiley Peters in this episode of Welcome to Eloma, where she delves into the essential practice of year-end reflection and setting goals for the future. Kiley shares the "DNA of success" framework from RAYNE IX, an innovative approach to defining and achieving personal success in alignment with business objectives. Thi…

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142: Review of the Year 2023 1:10:45

8M ago1:10:45

1:10:45

As the end of the year approaches, Bishop & Taylor look back on some of the highs and lows on which they reported in 2023.By The Construction Index

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Building Communities with Deb Schell 45:53

8M ago45:53

45:53

Building a community is tough. It's not easy, and anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. But here's the thing, communities have the power to change lives. This episode of Welcome to Eloma features host Kiley Peters in conversation with Deb Schell, a seasoned community strategist and co-founder of Community Consultants Collective. Delving into her…

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141: Paying the bills, Grenfell’s standing and State aid 59:02

8M ago59:02

59:02

Bishop & Taylor chew over the autumn statement and late paying clients, discuss why Grenfell Tower still stands, and question whether state aid should go to a company owned by Persimmon and Goldman Sachs.By The Construction Index

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Leveraging the Power of Scarcity with Mindy Weinstein 37:03

8M ago37:03

37:03

Discover the power of scarcity and how it can transform your business in this captivating episode of Welcome to Eloma. Kylie Peters is in discussion with guest Mindy Weinstein, founder and CEO of Market Mindset and author of "The Power of Scarcity: Leveraging Urgency and Demand to Influence Customer Decisions". Mindy, a marketing expert and psychol…

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140: Reshuffle, Plant Tech and Hybrid Working 56:44

8M ago56:44

56:44

Bishop & Taylor discuss the latest goings on at Westminster, new applications of digital technology in construction machinery and the revelation that working from home has added a year of delays to HS2 design work.By The Construction Index

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Managing Cash Flow with Kiley Peters 27:42

9M ago27:42

27:42

"Cash flow is king. It's like oxygen to a small business. We can't breathe, we can't operate without it," says Kiley Peters. In this episode, Kiley offers listeners tangible, actionable advice on the often tricky terrain of cash flow management. Her primary strategy hinges on a balanced approach: curbing costs while innovatively ramping up revenue.…

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139: Circularity, Piling and Companies On the Edge 46:28

9M ago46:28

46:28

Bishop & Taylor discuss Mace’s proposals to move London construction from mere recycling to the more virtuous state of circularity. They also chat about likely motives for the sale of piling specialist Rock & Alluvium. They conclude with a report that reckons a fifth of UK construction companies are in significant financial distress, and worry how …

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Building Small Businesses with Pat Miller 36:18

9M ago36:18

36:18

"Building a small business is not about just making money, it's about making your dreams come true." - Pat Miller In this episode of the Welcome to Eloma podcast, host Kiley Peters sits down with Pat Miller, the idea coach and founder of the Idea Collective. Pat shares his journey of accidentally starting the Idea Collective during the challenging …

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138: Starmer’s Promises, Infra Planning and Dodgy Ladders (again) 1:00:48

9M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Bishop & Taylor mull over Labour Party leader Keir Starmer’s promise to get Britain building again and the National Infrastructure Commission’s blueprint that might help him. They also return to the topic of dodgy ladders, with new research form the Ladder Association.By The Construction Index

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Elevating Sales Strategies with Dr. Donna Smith Bellinger 28:47

10M ago28:47

28:47

“Regardless of who writes the check, you are in business for yourself,” says Dr. Donna Smith Bellinger, sales consultant and CEO of DS Bellinger Consulting. Dr. Bellinger joins the podcast to give advice about how entrepreneurs can best, as she calls it, “consistently communicate your competence.” This starts with demonstrating that you are someone…

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137: Sunak Hits Reverse 52:44

10M ago52:44

52:44

Bishop & Taylor discuss the cancellation of HS2’s northern section and the prime minister’s policy reversals on net zero targets.By The Construction Index

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Becoming a Hype Artist with Michael F. Schein 45:43

10M ago45:43

45:43

Hype. The definition can vary wildly depending on who you’re talking to. Today’s guest Michael F. Schein, founder and president of MicroFame Media and author of “The Hype Handbook,” defines it as “any set of activities that get a large number of people highly emotional, so that they'll take the action that you want them to take.” From Virgil to the…

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136: Killing Diesel with Jo Gilroy 52:43

10M ago52:43

52:43

Bishop & Taylor are joined by Balfour Beatty sustainability director Jo Gilroy for a chat about decarbonising construction machinery and the promise of hydrogen.By The Construction Index

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Managing Family Business Dynamics with Amy Wirtz 36:39

11M ago36:39

36:39

"Family-owned businesses thrive when they separate ownership decisions from operational meetings and create intentional boundaries between work and family life." - Amy Wirtz In this episode, host Kiley Peters dives into the complex world of family-owned businesses with the help of senior consultant Amy Wirtz from the Family Business Consulting Grou…

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135: RAAC, Nutrient Neutrality and Power Tools 57:53

11M ago57:53

57:53

Bishop & Taylor return to the familiar topics of reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) and nutrient neutrality, both in the news. Fears of RAAC panels collapsing has prompted the closure of more than 100 school buildings and now more and more building owners are following suit. Rules that prevent houses being built where excessive nutrient …

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Managing Seasonality with Kiley Peters 25:05

11M ago25:05

25:05

This episode dives right into the heart of what Kiley is most passionate about: setting goals and making them work for the life you want to build. Through a lens of personal experience, she sheds light on the process of goal setting and goal timelines, and explores some take-aways she had from the book "10X Is Easier Than 2X," by Dan Sullivan and B…

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134: Top 100, Controlling the Press & Barbie 54:20

11M ago54:20

54:20

After a whinge about companies trying to interfere with their journalistic integrity, Bishop & Taylor get onto the real business of this episode – the 2023 Top 100 ranking of UK construction contractors, as featured in the forthcoming September issue of The Construction Index magazine. They also discuss Sir Robert McAlpine’s version of the Barbie m…

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Leveraging CRMs to Increase ROI with Mary Cate Spires 36:03

12M ago36:03

36:03

"Trust your gut. Most of those anxious feelings are coming from a place of intuition." says Mary Cate Spires, leading expert in using data and research to improve marketing ROI and co-founder of Harley James Consulting, a HubSpot inbound marketing agency. In this episode, Mary Cate shares her insights on leveraging CRMs to increase ROI and discusse…

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133: CE Reprieve, Big Roads and MMC Woes 57:29

12M ago57:29

57:29

Bishop & Taylor discuss the latest tangles over switching from CE to UKCA product certification and the Transport Select Committee report on road-building. They also discuss repairs to Brentford’s modular Paragon Estate and latest results from volumetric house-builder TopHatBy The Construction Index

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Addressing Mental Health in Entrepreneurship with Tonia Jahshan 39:37

12M ago39:37

39:37

“There's so many people out there suffering that won't get the help or haven't gotten the right help, and that's why I’ve become such a passionate advocate for mental health,” explains Tonia Jahshan, founder and President of Sipology by Steeped Tea Inc. After suffering a devastating miscarriage and then quietly dealing with postpartum depression af…

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