Best Sharon Lawton Podcasts (2024)

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13. The Power of Workplace Flexibility: Embracing Diverse Personalities with Ross Abbate 31:19

11d ago31:19

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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 personalitie…

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12. Adapting for Success: Rikki Arundel's Strategies for Effective Communication 33:25

25d ago33:25

33:25

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 insi…

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11. Inside a Police Force: How Personality Profiles Shape Job Assignments with Peter Edge 36:19

1M ago36:19

36:19

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 understandin…

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MONTHLY SPECIAL - making changes stick 38:25

1M ago38:25

38:25

This is the last of our podcasts in The Wellbeing Lounge for now - so it's a great one. We've got Self Development Coach Johnny Lawrence joining the panel - Dr Meg, Coach Sharon and myself to talk about how we can make those changes stick - and it's all about building healthy habits one step at a time. Fitness Instructor Robb Henderson talks about …

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Wellbeing at work with Dr Hayley Lewis 22:09

2M ago22:09

22:09

How do we make wellbeing at work - work? Today's guest specialises in this topic and gives her tips and tools for both personal and systemic change to help teams perform at their best. #workplacewellbeing #wellbeingexpert #mentalhealthbroadcasterBy Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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Sexual wellbeing with Madina Demirbas 16:43

2M ago16:43

16:43

"Just because we can live without sex doesn't mean it's not an essential part of overall wellbeing" warns my guest, Madina Demirbas, sex therapist for couples. She talks about how sex can be used as a weapon, and reminds us that sometimes "too tired" doesn't mean "not up for it"...but rather "not sure I can finish it!" - and what to do about that! …

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10. Personality Clashes and Aligning Values with Dorrianne Casey 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I & D) | In this episode we dive into the DISC system, with Dorrianne, a high ID profile. She shares her experiences as an influential, people-energised, individual with a dominant and compliant side to her personality. Dorrianne opens up about her struggles with focus and judgment, and she shares insights on adapting an…

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Holistic health with Gemma Norris 19:28

2M ago19:28

19:28

Gemma Norris speaks about how the growing disconnect with our bodies and result in ill health and gives us her tools for being able to better sit with ourselves to get in tune with what we really need. She speaks about authenticity and how being driven by our ego can thwart both happiness and true success. #wellbeing #holistichealth #mindfulness…

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Dr Laura Howard - Be Your Best - and Bring Your Best to Work 15:29

2M ago15:29

15:29

What a great mission - and this underpins everything that Dr Laura does. Her work focuses on authenticity and the issues we face, especially as women, to be authentic within leadership. Yet, if we can be authentic we are better able to thrive. #workplacewellbeing #authenticleadership #womenileadership…

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09. Leading with Gravitas with Antoinette Dale Henderson 28:07

2M ago28:07

28:07

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I&D) | In this engaging episode of the It Starts With You podcast, host Vic O'Farrell and guest Antoinette Dale Henderson explore the impact of personality and behaviour styles on personal and professional lives. Antoinette, a gravitas expert and author, shares how understanding and managing her DISC profile has influenc…

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Emma Kelly - yoga for creating a safe space to thrive 16:46

2M ago16:46

16:46

African Spiritual Researcher and Retreat host Emma Kelly speaks to me about the power of yoga - stemming from its heritage and cultural roots; as well as the importance of creating a safe space to share and grow. #inclusivity #yoga #heritageBy Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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MONTHLY SPECIAL - Power & Control in the Music industry 47:35

2M ago47:35

47:35

The panel are joined by phenomenal artist That Joe Payne, who speaks about his rise into the spotlight with The Enid, which caused him a breakdown as he struggled with the demands and grooming of the music industry at a very young age. He speaks about how he rebuilt himself into the incredible performer he is today. #thatjoepayne #musicindustry #re…

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Tre Ventour Griffiths - The Windrush community in Northampton 22:42

3M ago22:42

22:42

PhD Researcher Tre Ventour Griffiths speaks about how is work on the Windrush community in Northampton is giving people back their stories and their heritage. #heritage #windrush #storiesBy Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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08. Achieving Authentic Success: Insights from Kate Trafford 33:57

3M ago33:57

33:57

Disc Profile: Yellow & Green (I & S) | In this invigorating episode, master coach and speaker Kate Trafford joins host Vic O'Farrell to delve into the nuances of personality profiling, self-awareness, and authentic success. As they explore the impact of overplayed strengths, finding inspiration through personal values, and navigating the dichotomy …

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Susan Popoola - the nuances of diversity and inclusivity 16:02

3M ago16:02

16:02

Sticking with the theme of inclusivity, author and founder of "A Mosaic World", Susan Popoola talks to me about the nuances within diversity and inclusivity, and how we need to look and learn deeply if we are to truly understand others. #diversity #inclusivity #racism #differenceBy Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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Stephanie Garfoth - Resilience and Change 21:55

3M ago21:55

21:55

Business Psychologist Stephanie shares her inspirational journey of finding her authentic self. Stephanie talks about the nuances of inclusivity, as well as how curiosity brings a better understanding of others, and helps us find our authentic selves #selfdevelopment #personalgrowthBy Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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07. Unlocking Potential: Sharon Lawton on Emotional Intelligence and Personal Growth 34:25

3M ago34:25

34:25

Disc Profile: Yellow & Red (I & D) | In this insightful episode we dive into the intricacies of personal development with guest Sharon Lawton, a master DISC practitioner. Together, Vic and Sharon explore the profound impact of understanding personality styles and emotional intelligence. Sharon shares her personal experiences with DISC profiling, em…

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Robert Stevens - Lessons from the workplace for Gen Z 13:18

3M ago13:18

13:18

Robert Stevens of Optix speaks to me about the work he does in the workplace to better encourage the wellbeing of all staff, notably Gen Z.By Audrey Tang, Meg Arroll, Sharon Lawton

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MONTHLY SPECIAL: The "victim" mindset 49:53

3M ago49:53

49:53

Special guest Johnny Lawrence, The Self Development Coach joins the panel again to address how the label "victim mindset" can become a barrier - and even be misunderstood and misused. Fitness Instructor Robb Henderson explores how we hold ourselves back and what to do about it; and Tim Dwelly talks about breaking through the people who say "you can…

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06. Breaking Bad Habits: Understanding and Rewiring Emotional Reactions with Heather Wright 40:01

4M ago40:01

40:01

Disc Profile: Yellow (I) | In this episode, we explore the power of authenticity, self-awareness, and effective habit change. Vic engages with guest Heather Wright, a behavioural neuropsychology trainer, as they dive into the importance of understanding and adapting to different personality styles. From the challenges of habit change to practical s…

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Dr Lauren Howe on the "Future of Work" 7:19

4M ago7:19

7:19

Dr Lauren Howe's research focuses on the future of work, the trends, and the impact the workplace has on our lives - and wellbeing remains key. However, with so many interventions offered, people are feeling overwhelmed. Dr Lauren looks at what leaders really need to understand to improve the mental and emotional health of their organisation. #work…

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Michael Rubino: When "just breathe" can make you sick 11:46

4M ago11:46

11:46

We don't think enough about the air we breathe but taking it for granted that it's healthy can put us at risk. Michael Rubino, The Mold Medic talks to me about how our homes can be making us sick. He gives a quick way to check for air health when it comes to mold, as well as how to be more aware of the air quality around us. For more https://www.th…

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05. Unveiling the Power of Personality Profiling and Leadership Flexibility with Alison Edgar 31:41

4M ago31:41

31:41

Disc Profile: Red and Yellow (D&I) | We are joined by Alison Edgar MBE, esteemed entrepreneur, businesswoman and celebrated author, with her book Secrets of Successful Sales being recognized as one of the top business books written by a woman in 2019 by The Independent. In this episode, Vic and Alison delve into the importance of fundamental life s…

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Guest Expert - Danny Eastman - cybersecurity & scams 17:08

4M ago17:08

17:08

Danny Eastman, founder of Cyber Fortified talks to me about: - Why we fall for scams - How to recognise a scam - What to do if we have been a victim and - How we can better protect ourselves It's an eye-opening discussion and one which reminds me always to be mindful. I recently had a situation when a friend's account messaged me asking me to "vote…

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Guest Expert: Robbie Johnson - HAWQ Score 25:33

4M ago25:33

25:33

Creator of HAWQ Score - the Health and Wellness Quotient - which gives you your "health score", very much like your credit score, drops into the Lounge to talk about how this metric can help both individuals and organisations. So often, despite all the wellbeing initiatives out there, we either don't access them, or they may not suit out needs. Kno…

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MONTHLY SPECIAL - "Why doesn't she leave?" - Understanding Domestic Abuse 42:52

4M ago42:52

42:52

"Instead of asking why doesn't she leave, we need to start asking, what is he doing to make her stay?!" The second of our shows during the 16 days of activism, and because of its importance, it has been released as a "Monthly Special". This show is driven by a listener's lived experience of Domestic abuse which you may find distressing. Her words a…

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04. Managing Relationships and Understanding Diversity with Anita Phagura 31:24

5M ago31:24

31:24

Disc Profile: Green and Blue (S&C) | We are joined by Anita, an inclusion specialist and coach for the construction industry. Anita shares her journey of feeling undervalued and navigating workplace inequities as a woman and new mother, all while staying true to her values of fairness and empathy. • Host Vic O'Farrell delves into the impact of diff…

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Guest Expert - Becky Imhof - how coaching helped my recovery 30:47

5M ago30:47

30:47

Becky experienced a life-threatening health event, and had to channel all her personal resources not only to aid her recovery, but also to navigate the uncertainty she still faces. In this uplifting interview, she offers her thought process, as well as how we can build resilience to rise to life's challenges...even without being sure of the outcome…

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Guest Expert - Jill Williams (Uptrained Brain) - on Imposter Syndrome 18:43

5M ago18:43

18:43

"Imposter syndrome often comes with a broad spectrum of behaviours". Jill Williams breaks down the different elements of Imposter Syndrome, and how some unhelpful thoughts and actions can sometimes automatically initiate others...and gives some easy to apply tools to begin to help ourselves avoid that negative spiral of thinking. #impostersyndrome …

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01. What is it Like to Be on the Receiving End of You? - with Amy Rowlinson 36:37

5M ago36:37

36:37

Disc Profile: Red and Yellow (D&I) | On this episode, the tables are turned and the guest, Amy Rowlinson, interviews the Queen of Behaviours, Vic O’Farrell. • As an extreme “I” personality type, I am outgoing and people-oriented. However, I have also received feedback that I can be exhausting and irritating to some due to my full-on nature. This le…

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02. Reading Personalities On LinkedIn - with Sam Rathling 35:34

5M ago35:34

35:34

Disc Profile: Red and Yellow (D&I) | On this episode Vic is joined by guest Sam Rathling, a LinkedIn expert and social selling strategist. Together, they explore the intriguing topic of how to read a personality on a LinkedIn profile. • As Sam shares insights into her high "I" and "D" personality traits using the DISC profile, she illuminates the p…

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03. Bridging Differences: Embracing Opposite Personality Traits - with James Perryman 33:41

5M ago33:41

33:41

Disc Profile: Blue and Green (C&S) | On this episode Vic is joined by guest James Perryman, together they explore the intriguing concept of "work me" and "home me" and how opposite personality styles can complement each other. • James shares personal experiences and coaching successes, highlighting the impact of understanding behavioural preference…

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Guest Expert - Claire Vowell - working parents 16:14

5M ago16:14

16:14

"Dads can get a bit left out when it comes to talking about parenting in the workplace". While Dr Vowell talks about her work with working mums, and ways in which she helps organisations make necessary changes for returning to work after having a baby; she also looks at the importance of recognising dads as working parents and the challenges they f…

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The Trailer: It Starts with YOU with Vic O'Farrell 6:56

5M ago6:56

6:56

Welcome to the "It Starts with YOU" podcast. In this trailer, join your host Vic O'Farrell, the Queen of Behaviors, as she sets the stage for a captivating exploration into the world of personalities and behaviors. • Vic delves into how our own behavioral style impacts our relationships, both personally and professionally. Drawing from her expertis…

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Guest Expert - MG Grant - the Arts and Wellbeing 12:20

5M ago12:20

12:20

"You're going back to uni, to be an actor...at your age!?" - for MG Grant - if it works for you, do it, and challenge yourself - despite the nay-sayers. Returning to uni to take an acting degree in his 30's Mike found that he had talents he didn't realise, and now uses them to support his care work, creating a space for people to express and connec…

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MONTHLY SEPCIAL - How a narcissist grooms a community 40:31

5M ago40:31

40:31

This podcast was recorded and aired as part of the NLive Radio December shows during the 16 weeks of activism. "The global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a key international moment to call for an end to violence against women and girls. It runs from 25th November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against W…

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Guest Expert - Fern Overton - Addressing ageism 16:36

6M ago16:36

16:36

"It's not the jokes, it's more that people will give that patronising "ohhh, is she ok, poor dear"...THAT's ageism" Returning guest Fern Overton, founder of Affinity Day Care CIC speaks about how we can help elderly friends, neighbours or family who don't want or think they need extra support. She also discusses the subject of ageism and the way th…

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GUEST EXPERT - Chloe Martin NDAS - when children abuse their parents 37:29

6M ago37:29

37:29

"If you take away the gender and age of the person you're talking about, would someone think you were in an abusive relationship?" As much as we may find it unpalatable, there are many cases where children can abuse their parents/caregivers - which goes far beyond "acting up" or "pushing boundaries". Chloe Martin who runs course "Who's In Charge" a…

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Guest Experts - Jude and Bernie of White Cobra Theatre 22:06

6M ago22:06

22:06

If you don't see it, you don't always know you can be it...and Jude and Bernie of White Cobra are working to champion inclusivity within theatre. In particular they have a rich history of inclusion and diversity when it comes to age - with some of their members over 70 treading the boards, and bringing the house down. With theatre being such a wond…

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MONTHLY SPECIAL - Dealing with Christmas Stress 33:38

6M ago33:38

33:38

Guest host Judith Crosier of Wellbeing Media Studio, and Dr Audrey Tang are joined by Felicia Jones from Stress Less Living to talk about how to deal with stressors at this time, and head into 2024 with a clearer mind and heart. This show was aired on Boxing Day, so I realise we're a few days out - BUT there's tips for the New Year from all of us i…

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GUEST EXPERT - Jen Bailey: Om Healing 25:53

7M ago25:53

25:53

Jen is fascinating to talk to - not only is she a highly experienced holistic practitioner, but she also connects with nature through foraging. She speaks to me about how interconnect the body is with nature and how we can use natural foods and forces to find our centre and flourish. #foraging #holistictherapy #wellbeing #flourishing #sustainabilit…

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GUEST EXPERT - Judy Lindsay - Optimise Coaching 16:52

7M ago16:52

16:52

We may all reach a point where we're doing well in our careers, but we're wondering if this is it...Judy Lindsay was a successful Lawyer before she retrained as a psychologist and founded Optimise Coaching which focuses on how to thrive. She talks to me about her experiences, and how she helps her clients build resilience and self empowerment to li…

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MONTHLY SPECIAL - Misinformation in Wellbeing 47:05

8M ago47:05

47:05

"The funny thing is, when people want help, they don't care about my qualifications, they just want it fixed." Felicia Jones of Stress Less Living joins the panel - Dr Audrey, Dr Meg, Coach Sharon - to talk about the problem of misinformation when it comes to Wellbeing...one of the problems being that sometimes the drive to solve the problem - and …

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GUEST EXPERT - Susan Popoola: Mosaic World 15:09

8M ago15:09

15:09

It's not easy to assert ones one space - especially when it can feel like an imposition. Susan Popoola's "Mosaic World" approach fosters acceptance of not only diversity and inclusion, but of the community which is welcoming it. "It's about giving everyone a voice and a space" says Susan - and we need to ask not assume, because sometimes, she remin…

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GUEST EXPERT - Sustainable clothing with culture in mind 18:46

8M ago18:46

18:46

Arun Shergill of Raur Clothing joins me to talk about how he began designing his brand of sportswear to suit both his culture, and his love of working out. He reflects on men's mental health within a diverse setting, as well as the importance of sustainable wellbeing for body, mind - and materials. #raurclothing #sportswear #mensmentalhealth #entrp…

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Monthly Special - Narcissistic Parents with Ronia Fraser 50:05

9M ago50:05

50:05

Has another month gone by already!? It's our full length monthly with multi-award winning narcissistic abuse recovery coach Ronia Fraser joining Dr Audrey Tang, Dr Meg Arroll, and Sharon Lawton Natural Flair Life and Parent Coaching in the Wellbeing Lounge to talk about narcissistic parents and their effect on families. Tim Dwelly talks about how w…

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SPECIAL GUEST - Singer Songwriter Saphron "Nice Try" 26:58

9M ago26:58

26:58

A very special Lounge Lite - I'm joined by hugely successful British-Asian singer-songwriter Saphron to talk about her new song "Nice Try" which encapsulates some of her experiences growing up within a mix of cultures. She speaks openly about her self development practices, especially when it comes to working with racial trauma, and discusses her s…

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GUEST EXPERT - James Cobb - "care home" is a dirty word! 19:54

9M ago19:54

19:54

James Cobb of Inspired Villages talks about how he is breaking the stereotype of "retirement home" as well as his initiatives to bring the community together regardless of age. At the end of this interview is a cheeky interview that Mastershef's John Torode kindly gave at the opening of Bridges Restaurant, Inspired Villages, Elderswell #retirementh…

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GUEST EXPERT: Jamie Bower - on Asthma and personal growth 24:28

9M ago24:28

24:28

A fabulous conversation with founder of "The Podcaster's Platform" Jamie Bower whose interest in self development and fitness started through learning to manage severe asthma. He shares his journey and how he is helping others make a similar difference to many more people. #wellbeing #podcaster #asthma #mentalhealth #selfdevelopment…

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Monthly Special - Sex, Intimacy and Aging 37:21

10M ago37:21

37:21

Yes we're talking about sex - and breaking the taboos surrounding sex as we get older! There's still so much ageism around the topic, and yet sex can be a huge positive contributor to wellbeing. Professor Sharron Hinchliff, creator and advocate of the Sexual Rights Charter joins the panel Coach Sharon, Dr Meg and Dr Audrey, and we also hear Tim Dwe…

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