Episodes

  • Burnout and workplace stress, with Alex Pett

    Burnout and workplace stress, with Alex Pett
    Nov 3 2024
    In this episode, Emily Monsell-Holden and resilience coach Alex Pett explore key strategies for fostering healthy workplace cultures and preventing burnout in organisations.

    They discuss the importance of self-awareness, effective communication and compassionate leadership in building environments where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. By focusing on personal growth and creating spaces for psychological safety, businesses can reduce staff turnover, attract top talent, and ensure long-term success.

    Key takeaways include:
    • Building a positive culture: Creating an environment where employees feel safe, supported and able to be themselves fosters long-term loyalty and engagement.
    • Leadership development: Good management isn’t innate but can be learned through training, helping managers communicate better and lead with empathy.
    • Burnout prevention: Clear communication, inclusivity and acceptance of failure are crucial to alleviating stress and fostering resilience in teams.
    • Generational shifts: Younger generations are less tolerant of outdated, rigid workplace practices, pushing organisations toward more compassionate, aware leadership.
    The episode focusses on the importance of prioritising emotional intelligence and psychological safety in leadership and organisational strategy.

    If you have an idea for a future episode of Year-on-Year, or would liek to talk to me about mentoring your team, connect with me on LinkedIn.

    Find out more about Alex Pett on her site, or on LinkedIn.
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    27 mins
  • Bringing your brand to life in physical spaces, with Bekki Stovell

    Bringing your brand to life in physical spaces, with Bekki Stovell
    Oct 21 2024
    Having a strong brand presence online is one thing, but how do you bring it to life IRL?

    In this episode of Year-on-Year, Emily talks to Bekki Stovell, someone who has dedicated her career to helping brands create meaningful, sustainable physical spaces that connect people.

    We talk about:

    • Why physical spaces are so important to a brand experience
    • What it means to bring your brand principles through into interior design
    • The challenges – and opportunities – of working sustainably


    Find out more about Bekki, and the work she does with hospitality brands at Raw Clay.

    To book a call with Emily, visit www.emilymonsellholden.com/contact.
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    31 mins
  • The changing face of leadership, with Charlotte Otter

    The changing face of leadership, with Charlotte Otter
    Oct 2 2024
    In the latest episode, Emily Monsell-Holden explores the future of leadership with Charlotte Otter. They discuss:
    • Change management
    • Authenticity in different leadership styles
    • The importance of genuine storytelling
    • The power of consistency
    • The role of mentorship

    Find out more about Charlotte - and the Reputational 365s - here, and keep an eye out for her book, We Need New Leaders, due for release in June next year.

    If you want to get in touch with Emily, book a chat with her here.
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    26 mins
  • How RNLI used storytelling during Covid, with Jayne George

    How RNLI used storytelling during Covid, with Jayne George
    Sep 23 2024
    In this episode of Year-on-Year, host Emily Monsell-Holden sits down with Jayne George from the RNLI to discuss how the charity successfully unified its brand mission and internal culture.

    Jayne shares her experience of rejoining the RNLI in 2019 and the challenges she faced, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation highlights the importance of simple, authentic messaging and the role of storytelling in connecting and motivating a diverse workforce.

    Key Topics Discussed:


    • How the RNLI used storytelling to simplify and unify its brand message
    • The impact of COVID-19 on the RNLI’s operations and fundraising efforts
    • The creation of the “save every one” mission and its unifying effect on the organisation.
    • The importance of empowering creative teams and respecting different organisational cultures
    • Lessons learned from engaging with donors during challenging times.


    Connect with Us:

    Follow RNLI on LinkedIn

    Follow Emily Monsell-Holden on LinkedIn
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    29 mins
  • Theo Fennell on craftsmanship and connection

    Theo Fennell on craftsmanship and connection
    Sep 9 2024
    In this episode of Year on Year, Emily Monsell-Holden has an enlightening conversation with celebrated jewellery designer Theo Fennell.

    They delve into the true meaning of craftsmanship and its evolution over the years. Theo shares his journey from art school to becoming a renowned jeweller, highlighting the importance of understanding the craft to create meaningful and lasting pieces.

    They discuss the difference between genuine craftsmanship and the overuse of the term in today's market, and how true artisanship connects people to the items they cherish.
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    34 mins
  • Authenticity and globalisation, with Mark Hogarth from Harris Tweed Hebrides

    Authenticity and globalisation, with Mark Hogarth from Harris Tweed Hebrides
    May 30 2024
    Welcome to a special bonus episode of Year-on-Year, where we explore how organisations grow stronger as they grow older.

    In this episode, host Emily Monsell-Holden chats with Mark Hogarth, Ambassador for Harris Tweed Hebrides, about brand authenticity and the lessons other organisations can learn from Harris Tweed's rich history and steadfast dedication to heritage.

    Mark shares the fascinating story of Harris Tweed, a fabric woven in the homes of crofters in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland.

    They discuss:
    • maintaining traditional methods in the face of globalisation
    • the unique socio-economic impact of the tweed industry on local communities
    • attracting a younger workforce and connecting employees to the brand story
    • the intrinsic link between luxury and durability.
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    32 mins
  • The role of purpose in business, with James Sandrini

    The role of purpose in business, with James Sandrini
    Mar 4 2024
    What is purpose? How is it useful? Does every business need it?

    Emily discusses all of this, and more, with James Sandrini - Strategy Director at Wildfarmed.

    This episode covers various topics related to purpose in business, including:
    • Purpose as a pure cause V. Purpose as a marketign strategy
    • Retro-fitting purpose into existing organisations
    • The role of purpose in recruitment and employer branding
    • How to decide if you are ready for a purpose-led approach
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    30 mins
  • How heritage brands innovate, with Geordie Willis

    How heritage brands innovate, with Geordie Willis
    Feb 19 2024
    325 years young: lessons in innovation from heritage brand Berry Bros. & Rudd

    When you are thriving well into your 4th century, you know you are doing something right. And although there’s a tendency to view heritage brands as dusty and out-dated, they often know a thing or two about innovation and long-term thinking.

    In this episode Emily talks to Geordie Willis, 8th generation family member at 325-year-old wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd, about what it takes to innovate successfully, and what younger businesses can learn from their experience.
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    25 mins