Best Paragon Skills Podcasts (2024)

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Accounting for Care with Levy Pledges with Andy Ross - Caroola Group 23:28

5M ago23:28

23:28

This podcast, hosted by Lee I'Anson on behalf of Paragon Skills, dives into the world of the care industry, exploring its various facets and challenges. One of the key themes explored in the podcast is the role of apprenticeships in fostering a skilled and dedicated workforce within the sector. The episode you're interested in, featuring Andy Ross,…

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How Workforce Data is Improving Care Homes with Will Fenton and Mark Moulding 23:18

10M ago23:18

23:18

Data is essential for improving the quality of care in care homes. It can be used to track residents' health and wellbeing, identify areas for improvement, and plan and deliver personalised care. The Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) is a free online data collection service that covers the adult social care workforce in England. The se…

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Supporting mental health in the workplace with Mark Topps 21:00

1y ago21:00

21:00

Promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises mental health is essential for the well-being and productivity of employees in the care workplace. Today I am joined by Mark Topps. Mark is an award-winning social care leader who has spent over seventeen years working within the industry having gained experience in various role…

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Shifting Negative Attitudes Towards Dementia with Cheryl Baird 21:53

1y ago21:53

21:53

Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease. Today I am joined by Cheryl Baird, Director of Quality and Care at Orchard Homes. Cheryl has 28 years experience in health and Social Care and has worked as a registered nurse in both the NHS and social care. Cheryl oversees care qu…

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The Importance of Vision, Values and Culture in Care with Lucy Buxton 21:33

1y ago21:33

21:33

Vision, values and culture are all essential components of a healthy workplace. A clear vision provides direction and purpose to employees, guiding their efforts towards a shared goal. Values define the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide decision-making and behaviour in the workplace, establishing a moral compass for employees. Today I a…

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Ageing Population's Impact on Health and Social Care with George Appleton 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

29:34

The population of England and Wales has continued to age, with Census 2021 results confirming there are more people than ever before in older age groups. Over 11 million people – 18.6% of the total population – were aged 65 years or older, compared with 16.4% at the time of the previous census in 2011. There are many challenges that come with an ag…

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Recruiting Young Talent with Conor Cotton 31:21

1+ y ago31:21

31:21

As every business leader knows, the future of any company lies with its people. Investing in school leavers and early career talent can pay dividends long-term, but how can recruiters tap into the potential of the next generation of workers? Not Going To Uni is the UK's leading website for school & college leavers looking at alternatives to a tradi…

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Understanding the Levy Transfer with Ajay Purbhoosing 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

16:43

Large employers that pay the apprenticeship levy can choose to transfer up to 25% of their levy funds each year to other businesses, to pay for their apprenticeship training and assessment. Transferring levy funds is a way of supporting other businesses by deciding which sectors, skills or local areas you’d like to fund. So why are so many of these…

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Leadership Qualities in Care with Lisa Di-Fonzo 45:42

2y ago45:42

45:42

Leaders and managers need the experience and ability to run a successful care business. This means understanding CQC standards; creating performance goals and clear lines of accountability; being proactive, and making use of the whole team. How do leaders build a strong team? Today I am joined by Lisa Di-Fonzo, Quality Improvement Coordinator for C…

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Keeping your Cukes Fresh - Jeremy Sims 1:13:34

5y ago1:13:34

1:13:34

Professional Development Session with QA guru, Jeremy Sims, on keeping your Cucumber scripts fresh. Jeremy has spoken at numerous DAQAA monthly meetings (Des Moines QA user group) and the Des Moines IBAAD conference. Jeremy is an experienced BDD practitioner with broad experience in software development and testing. He is a proven coach and trainer…

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 5 of 5 14:47

5+ y ago14:47

14:47

In our final episode in this 5 part series, Mike Wagner wraps up our conversation on Connected Leader. You can find out more about Mike and Connected Leader at White Rabbit Group.

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 4 of 5 11:56

5+ y ago11:56

11:56

More mojo from MIke Wagner as he dives into part 4 of 5 in this Connected Leader Series. For more information or to connect with Mike, visit http://whiterabbitgroup.com

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 3 of 5 13:35

5+ y ago13:35

13:35

As always, an incredible pleasure interviewing and chatting with Mike Wagner about Connected Leader. In this episode, we unpack what "correction" sounds like in the Manager / Direct Report relationship when done effectively. Learn more about MIke at his company website White Rabbit Group.

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Shonna Dorsey on the Skills Gap, IT Leadership, and Career Reinvention 24:26

5+ y ago24:26

24:26

It was a great pleasure to have Shonna Dorsey in the studio to chat about her passions. Shonna is an amazing example of what's possible when we live life with passion and purpose. And for the record (you'll hear this in the podcast), Shonna DID finish up that website of hers and it's LIVE at www.ShonnaDorsey.com Shonna's Bio: Shonna Dorsey is Senio…

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Bryan Gill on Leadership and Building Diverse Teams in IT 14:26

5+ y ago14:26

14:26

Bryan Gill is an all around great guy and a real pleasure to have on our podcast. Bryan is an entrepreneur who loves helping small businesses succeed FASTER! For more information on Bryan, you can visit his website or email him at bryan@pixelayn.com

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Tim Johnson on Creativity - Consultant Professional Development 45:15

5+ y ago45:15

45:15

Thank you for listening to this professional development event. The audio for this episode is "best available" at the time. You can count on our next event to be live streamed with video and pro audio gear. Thanks for listening and subscribing! _______________________________________________ Tim Johnson was kind enough to deliver his entertaining a…

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 2 of 5 16:19

5+ y ago16:19

16:19

Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group dives deeper on Connected Leader sharing on the power of Connection. This episode will give you some great direction on establishing the leadership practices that will form winning habits.

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Adam Carroll on Leadership & Finance 32:35

5+ y ago32:35

32:35

Our guest today is Adam Carroll - and he's one of the smartest dudes you'll ever meet. He's a movie producer. He's an author. He's a world-class speaker, and an amazingly insightful mind on leadership and finance. He has an incredible passion around helping young men and women understand money. You can find more about Adam on his website. Enjoy.…

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 1 of 5 18:25

5+ y ago18:25

18:25

This is the first in a five part series that takes a deep dive into the Connected Leader framework. Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group is an amazing speaker, coach, mentor, and facilitator located in Des Moines, IA.

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H-1B Visa - What you need to know with Immigration Attorney, Furqan Sunny Azhar 38:30

5+ y ago38:30

38:30

During the course of our daily business, we at Paragon realize our clients have varying degrees of knowledge surrounding immigration law and what is required for H1B extensions. Because the denial of a visa extension can have a direct impact on your day to day productivity, we invite you to join us for a webinar with immigration attorney, Furqan Su…

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Mike Wagner teaching Response Readiness 101 to our Paragon Consultants in Des Moines, Iowa 1:23:57

5+ y ago1:23:57

1:23:57

Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group delivers a fun and interactive talk with a group of local Paragon IT Consultants on the topic of "Response Readiness." About Mike Wagner:Mike Wagner is President of White Rabbit, a business consultancy he founded in 2004. He is a skilled communicator, facilitator, and business consultant. Mike serves leadership tea…

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Accounting for Care with Levy Pledges with Andy Ross - Caroola Group 23:28

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How Workforce Data is Improving Care Homes with Will Fenton and Mark Moulding 23:18

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Supporting mental health in the workplace with Mark Topps 21:00

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Shifting Negative Attitudes Towards Dementia with Cheryl Baird 21:53

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The Importance of Vision, Values and Culture in Care with Lucy Buxton 21:33

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Ageing Population's Impact on Health and Social Care with George Appleton 29:34

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Recruiting Young Talent with Conor Cotton 31:21

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Understanding the Levy Transfer with Ajay Purbhoosing 16:43

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Leadership Qualities in Care with Lisa Di-Fonzo 45:42

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Keeping your Cukes Fresh - Jeremy Sims 1:13:34

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 5 of 5 14:47

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 4 of 5 11:56

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 3 of 5 13:35

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Shonna Dorsey on the Skills Gap, IT Leadership, and Career Reinvention 24:26

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Bryan Gill on Leadership and Building Diverse Teams in IT 14:26

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Tim Johnson on Creativity - Consultant Professional Development 45:15

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 2 of 5 16:19

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Adam Carroll on Leadership & Finance 32:35

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Mike Wagner of White Rabbit Group Unpacks Connected Leader - Episode 1 of 5 18:25

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H-1B Visa - What you need to know with Immigration Attorney, Furqan Sunny Azhar 38:30

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Mike Wagner teaching Response Readiness 101 to our Paragon Consultants in Des Moines, Iowa 1:23:57

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