Here's an idea worth playing with Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/haiwpw Short reflections on how ideas become real value. Each episode explores the thinking behind essays, frameworks and field observations from the Cultivated library — unpacking the patterns that shape better work, clearer thinking and stronger organisations. Think of them as field notes for people who care about how ideas move. © 2025 Rob Lambert 501cc5cc-a594-5b27-abd8-0d769424154b yes Rob Lambert en Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:35:14 +0100 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:36:16 +0100 https://cultivatedmanagement.com/start-here https://img.transistorcdn.com/wYuUHYKjWDfPCvaNVv_ihqq8GrXdEBGotjWdlDbCsIQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zZmFj/YmRmMGI2MzIwNDdl/MjE4OTcxYjA0ZjI4/MWI1OC5wbmc.jpg Here's an idea worth playing with https://cultivatedmanagement.com/start-here episodic Rob Lambert Short reflections on how ideas become real value. Each episode explores the thinking behind essays, frameworks and field observations from the Cultivated library — unpacking the patterns that shape better work, clearer thinking and stronger organisations. Think of them as field notes for people who care about how ideas move. Short reflections on how ideas become real value. ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy Rob Lambert info@cultivatedmanagement.com No No Creativity Is a Climate Problem — Not a Talent Problem 39 39 Creativity Is a Climate Problem — Not a Talent Problem full 769ce2a6-e259-4536-b4b8-4c8b52bb83ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/27ce5b65 Most organisations don’t have an idea problem.

They have a climate problem.


You’ve probably felt it.

Your best ideas don’t show up at your desk.
 
They show up walking.
Travelling.
Sitting somewhere unfamiliar.

Different place.
Different thinking.

That’s not an accident.

It’s conditions.

In this episode, I explore why creativity isn’t about trying harder…

…it’s about the environment you’re thinking inside.


And why the same person, in a different climate, produces completely different ideas.


If your best thinking only shows up when you leave the work environment…

what does that say about the work environment that's been designed?

You don’t need better ideas.
You need better conditions for the ideas you already have.


If this resonates, there’s a short video and article that go deeper into the five conditions that shape this.
https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/creativity-is-a-climate-problem/

]]> Most organisations don’t have an idea problem.

They have a climate problem.


You’ve probably felt it.

Your best ideas don’t show up at your desk.
 
They show up walking.
Travelling.
Sitting somewhere unfamiliar.

Different place.
Different thinking.

That’s not an accident.

It’s conditions.

In this episode, I explore why creativity isn’t about trying harder…

…it’s about the environment you’re thinking inside.


And why the same person, in a different climate, produces completely different ideas.


If your best thinking only shows up when you leave the work environment…

what does that say about the work environment that's been designed?

You don’t need better ideas.
You need better conditions for the ideas you already have.


If this resonates, there’s a short video and article that go deeper into the five conditions that shape this.
https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/creativity-is-a-climate-problem/

]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:16:08 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 703 Most organisations don’t have an idea problem.

They have a climate problem.


You’ve probably felt it.

Your best ideas don’t show up at your desk.
 
They show up walking.
Travelling.
Sitting somewhere unfamiliar.

Different place.
Different thinking.

That’s not an accident.

It’s conditions.

In this episode, I explore why creativity isn’t about trying harder…

…it’s about the environment you’re thinking inside.


And why the same person, in a different climate, produces completely different ideas.


If your best thinking only shows up when you leave the work environment…

what does that say about the work environment that's been designed?

You don’t need better ideas.
You need better conditions for the ideas you already have.


If this resonates, there’s a short video and article that go deeper into the five conditions that shape this.
https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/creativity-is-a-climate-problem/

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The Real Value of Your First Ideas (It’s Not What You Think) 38 38 The Real Value of Your First Ideas (It’s Not What You Think) full f8841af0-3624-49d2-9f64-a1af6dcaf031 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a6aef13 Most people think the value of an idea sits at the end — in the outcome, the money, the success.

But especially at the start, the real value is something else entirely.


In this episode, I share three small experiments from my sons this week — building a table, inventing a robot, and chasing rare coins — and what they reveal about how ideas actually become value.

Because none of them “worked” in the way you might expect.
But all of them created something far more important.

If you’re a solo creator trying to turn ideas into something real, this is the part of the process that matters most — and the part most people misunderstand.

You don’t need a perfect idea.
You need to stay in the game long enough for learning to compound.

—

If you want a clearer way to understand that journey, I’ve put together a short guide:

The Idea → Value Guide for Solo Creators
(https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/from-idea-to-sustainable-work/)

 A simple way to see the path from idea to outcome — and reduce the friction along the way.

]]> Most people think the value of an idea sits at the end — in the outcome, the money, the success.

But especially at the start, the real value is something else entirely.


In this episode, I share three small experiments from my sons this week — building a table, inventing a robot, and chasing rare coins — and what they reveal about how ideas actually become value.

Because none of them “worked” in the way you might expect.
But all of them created something far more important.

If you’re a solo creator trying to turn ideas into something real, this is the part of the process that matters most — and the part most people misunderstand.

You don’t need a perfect idea.
You need to stay in the game long enough for learning to compound.

—

If you want a clearer way to understand that journey, I’ve put together a short guide:

The Idea → Value Guide for Solo Creators
(https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/from-idea-to-sustainable-work/)

 A simple way to see the path from idea to outcome — and reduce the friction along the way.

]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:51:36 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 342 Most people think the value of an idea sits at the end — in the outcome, the money, the success.

But especially at the start, the real value is something else entirely.


In this episode, I share three small experiments from my sons this week — building a table, inventing a robot, and chasing rare coins — and what they reveal about how ideas actually become value.

Because none of them “worked” in the way you might expect.
But all of them created something far more important.

If you’re a solo creator trying to turn ideas into something real, this is the part of the process that matters most — and the part most people misunderstand.

You don’t need a perfect idea.
You need to stay in the game long enough for learning to compound.

—

If you want a clearer way to understand that journey, I’ve put together a short guide:

The Idea → Value Guide for Solo Creators
(https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/from-idea-to-sustainable-work/)

 A simple way to see the path from idea to outcome — and reduce the friction along the way.

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Learning, Interest, and Career Value — Choosing What to Study 37 37 Learning, Interest, and Career Value — Choosing What to Study full b1eb8ef7-7347-42db-96ad-a02dd9fba4b1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5ccbb1fc In this episode, I reflect on the decision point that appears whenever we choose what to learn next — the moment where time, energy, and attention become real, committed, investments.

Why do some courses and learning paths feel like obligation while others create momentum? 
And why do the subjects we study out of pure curiosity often shape our work more than the certifications and professional learning we pursue for career progression?


This is a gentle exploration of learning as behaviour, interest as energy, and the idea that workplaces are made of humans whose broader development can bring unexpected value.


An idea worth playing with to consider noticing what genuinely draws your attention — and to consider how curiosity, not just credentials, influences who we become at work.

Associated article - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/learning-as-idea-to-value/

]]> In this episode, I reflect on the decision point that appears whenever we choose what to learn next — the moment where time, energy, and attention become real, committed, investments.

Why do some courses and learning paths feel like obligation while others create momentum? 
And why do the subjects we study out of pure curiosity often shape our work more than the certifications and professional learning we pursue for career progression?


This is a gentle exploration of learning as behaviour, interest as energy, and the idea that workplaces are made of humans whose broader development can bring unexpected value.


An idea worth playing with to consider noticing what genuinely draws your attention — and to consider how curiosity, not just credentials, influences who we become at work.

Associated article - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/learning-as-idea-to-value/

]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:47:50 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 359 In this episode, I reflect on the decision point that appears whenever we choose what to learn next — the moment where time, energy, and attention become real, committed, investments.

Why do some courses and learning paths feel like obligation while others create momentum? 
And why do the subjects we study out of pure curiosity often shape our work more than the certifications and professional learning we pursue for career progression?


This is a gentle exploration of learning as behaviour, interest as energy, and the idea that workplaces are made of humans whose broader development can bring unexpected value.


An idea worth playing with to consider noticing what genuinely draws your attention — and to consider how curiosity, not just credentials, influences who we become at work.

Associated article - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/learning-as-idea-to-value/

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Where Meditations on Management Came From - Unfinished ideas, wintering, and the discipline of attention 36 36 Where Meditations on Management Came From - Unfinished ideas, wintering, and the discipline of attention full 1d5104ee-b88a-4cb2-a74f-3c82bb69ee51 https://share.transistor.fm/s/75313707 Meditations on Management didn’t begin as a book.

It began as fragments — unfinished articles, notes made between meetings, and observations that felt true enough to keep but not yet ready to finish.

In this episode, I reflect on how those ideas were allowed to rest in what I call my “digital cabinet,” how time and distance revealed the patterns between them, and why patience and attention matter more than productivity when it comes to meaningful work.


This is a quiet episode about noticing, wintering, and letting ideas mature — and about what that process has to teach us about leadership, clarity, and the conditions in which good work emerges.

]]> Meditations on Management didn’t begin as a book.

It began as fragments — unfinished articles, notes made between meetings, and observations that felt true enough to keep but not yet ready to finish.

In this episode, I reflect on how those ideas were allowed to rest in what I call my “digital cabinet,” how time and distance revealed the patterns between them, and why patience and attention matter more than productivity when it comes to meaningful work.


This is a quiet episode about noticing, wintering, and letting ideas mature — and about what that process has to teach us about leadership, clarity, and the conditions in which good work emerges.

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 714 Meditations on Management didn’t begin as a book.

It began as fragments — unfinished articles, notes made between meetings, and observations that felt true enough to keep but not yet ready to finish.

In this episode, I reflect on how those ideas were allowed to rest in what I call my “digital cabinet,” how time and distance revealed the patterns between them, and why patience and attention matter more than productivity when it comes to meaningful work.


This is a quiet episode about noticing, wintering, and letting ideas mature — and about what that process has to teach us about leadership, clarity, and the conditions in which good work emerges.

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert From Idea to Keynote: Five Lessons from Budapest 35 35 From Idea to Keynote: Five Lessons from Budapest full f4cec86d-e504-431a-a810-7de10e2f6b15 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0275e2c8 At 4 a.m. in Luton Airport, I head to Budapest to deliver a keynote — and along the way, unpack what it really takes to turn an idea into a valuable talk.

In this travel-journal-meets-creative-process episode, I share five lessons learned from the runway to the stage: how to go from idea → value, find your point of view, think in stories, do the hard work, and give generously.


It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of speaking, the nerves before stepping on stage, and the joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card — all through the lens of the Idea to Value system.


Recorded across airports, trains, and hotel rooms — part reflection, part field note — this episode is for anyone turning ideas into something worth sharing.

Key Takeaways — Five Ways to Make a Valuable Keynote

  1. Go from Idea → Value
    Every creative act — from writing to keynotes — follows the same path: idea → investment → activity set → creative action → value. Get effective before worrying about being efficient.
  2. Have a Point of View
    A great keynote isn’t a lecture — it’s a perspective. Believe in what you’re saying. The goal isn’t to please everyone; it’s to help the right ideas land with the right people.
  3. Think in Stories
    Facts inform, but stories connect. Design your talk like a story: beginning, middle, and end — with moments, characters, and growth along the way.
  4. Do the Hard Work Before the Stage
    Most of the effort happens long before you take to the stage. Script, rehearse, edit, and refine until it’s ready. The nerves fade when you know you’ve done the work.
  5. Give Generously
    A keynote is an exchange of value — your time, energy, and attention for the audience’s. Respect that investment. Share ideas worth carrying forward.

Find the video and associated blog post here - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-turn-an-idea-into-a-talk-that-truly-resonates/

Grab The "Idea to Value System" Video Course — Learn the full system for turning ideas into impact in the workplace
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/idea-to-value-system

Grab Zero to Keynote — My book and toolkit for crafting, rehearsing, and delivering great talks
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/zero-to-keynote

Episode Highlights

  • 00:00 – Luton Airport reflections (and why it’s last on the list)
  • 03:45 – From idea to value: how Rob builds a keynote
  • 10:30 – Writing and rehearsing longhand on the plane
  • 18:10 – The joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card
  • 23:00 – Budapest: finding your point of view
  • 30:00 – Stories that connect (inside a railway museum)
  • 40:00 – Doing the hard work before you take the stage
  • 48:00 – Give generously and respect the audience’s attention
  • 53:00 – Reflections, book signings, and the flight home
  • 54:00 - A reminder why Luton airport is at the bottom of my list

Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:


🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 Daily videos on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivatedlabs

📸 Daily videos on Facebook

📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> At 4 a.m. in Luton Airport, I head to Budapest to deliver a keynote — and along the way, unpack what it really takes to turn an idea into a valuable talk.

In this travel-journal-meets-creative-process episode, I share five lessons learned from the runway to the stage: how to go from idea → value, find your point of view, think in stories, do the hard work, and give generously.


It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of speaking, the nerves before stepping on stage, and the joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card — all through the lens of the Idea to Value system.


Recorded across airports, trains, and hotel rooms — part reflection, part field note — this episode is for anyone turning ideas into something worth sharing.

Key Takeaways — Five Ways to Make a Valuable Keynote

  1. Go from Idea → Value
    Every creative act — from writing to keynotes — follows the same path: idea → investment → activity set → creative action → value. Get effective before worrying about being efficient.
  2. Have a Point of View
    A great keynote isn’t a lecture — it’s a perspective. Believe in what you’re saying. The goal isn’t to please everyone; it’s to help the right ideas land with the right people.
  3. Think in Stories
    Facts inform, but stories connect. Design your talk like a story: beginning, middle, and end — with moments, characters, and growth along the way.
  4. Do the Hard Work Before the Stage
    Most of the effort happens long before you take to the stage. Script, rehearse, edit, and refine until it’s ready. The nerves fade when you know you’ve done the work.
  5. Give Generously
    A keynote is an exchange of value — your time, energy, and attention for the audience’s. Respect that investment. Share ideas worth carrying forward.

Find the video and associated blog post here - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-turn-an-idea-into-a-talk-that-truly-resonates/

Grab The "Idea to Value System" Video Course — Learn the full system for turning ideas into impact in the workplace
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/idea-to-value-system

Grab Zero to Keynote — My book and toolkit for crafting, rehearsing, and delivering great talks
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/zero-to-keynote

Episode Highlights

  • 00:00 – Luton Airport reflections (and why it’s last on the list)
  • 03:45 – From idea to value: how Rob builds a keynote
  • 10:30 – Writing and rehearsing longhand on the plane
  • 18:10 – The joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card
  • 23:00 – Budapest: finding your point of view
  • 30:00 – Stories that connect (inside a railway museum)
  • 40:00 – Doing the hard work before you take the stage
  • 48:00 – Give generously and respect the audience’s attention
  • 53:00 – Reflections, book signings, and the flight home
  • 54:00 - A reminder why Luton airport is at the bottom of my list

Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:


🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 Daily videos on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivatedlabs

📸 Daily videos on Facebook

📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:52:36 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1628 At 4 a.m. in Luton Airport, I head to Budapest to deliver a keynote — and along the way, unpack what it really takes to turn an idea into a valuable talk.

In this travel-journal-meets-creative-process episode, I share five lessons learned from the runway to the stage: how to go from idea → value, find your point of view, think in stories, do the hard work, and give generously.


It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the craft of speaking, the nerves before stepping on stage, and the joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card — all through the lens of the Idea to Value system.


Recorded across airports, trains, and hotel rooms — part reflection, part field note — this episode is for anyone turning ideas into something worth sharing.

Key Takeaways — Five Ways to Make a Valuable Keynote

  1. Go from Idea → Value
    Every creative act — from writing to keynotes — follows the same path: idea → investment → activity set → creative action → value. Get effective before worrying about being efficient.
  2. Have a Point of View
    A great keynote isn’t a lecture — it’s a perspective. Believe in what you’re saying. The goal isn’t to please everyone; it’s to help the right ideas land with the right people.
  3. Think in Stories
    Facts inform, but stories connect. Design your talk like a story: beginning, middle, and end — with moments, characters, and growth along the way.
  4. Do the Hard Work Before the Stage
    Most of the effort happens long before you take to the stage. Script, rehearse, edit, and refine until it’s ready. The nerves fade when you know you’ve done the work.
  5. Give Generously
    A keynote is an exchange of value — your time, energy, and attention for the audience’s. Respect that investment. Share ideas worth carrying forward.

Find the video and associated blog post here - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-turn-an-idea-into-a-talk-that-truly-resonates/

Grab The "Idea to Value System" Video Course — Learn the full system for turning ideas into impact in the workplace
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/idea-to-value-system

Grab Zero to Keynote — My book and toolkit for crafting, rehearsing, and delivering great talks
👉 cultivatedmanagement.com/zero-to-keynote

Episode Highlights

  • 00:00 – Luton Airport reflections (and why it’s last on the list)
  • 03:45 – From idea to value: how Rob builds a keynote
  • 10:30 – Writing and rehearsing longhand on the plane
  • 18:10 – The joy of seeing your name on an arrivals card
  • 23:00 – Budapest: finding your point of view
  • 30:00 – Stories that connect (inside a railway museum)
  • 40:00 – Doing the hard work before you take the stage
  • 48:00 – Give generously and respect the audience’s attention
  • 53:00 – Reflections, book signings, and the flight home
  • 54:00 - A reminder why Luton airport is at the bottom of my list

Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:


🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 Daily videos on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivatedlabs

📸 Daily videos on Facebook

📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The Power of Appearance: How Clothing Shapes First Impressions and Performance 34 34 The Power of Appearance: How Clothing Shapes First Impressions and Performance full df8d507a-ccb2-49f2-8d54-23173af4ebe6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac369cbb In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I cover the science of clothing and appearance. 

Your clothes don’t just influence how others see you — they shape your own confidence, focus, and performance. In this episode, I explore the fascinating psychology of appearance: how clothing affects first impressions, why it can boost or drain your confidence, and the science behind “felt power".

Discover how to use simple outfit choices and symbolic “uniforms” to show up at your best — whether at work, in the gym, or in everyday life.

We often underestimate the role of clothing in our lives. But science suggests what we wear impacts more than style — it influences how people perceive us, how we perceive ourselves, and even how well we perform.

In this episode, I share:

  • Why first impressions are shaped by appearance—and why context matters.
  • How clothing boosts self-confidence when it feels authentic and expressive.
  • Research on “felt power” and how formal clothing sharpens focus.
  • The concept of enclothed cognition—and why a lab coat makes people perform better.
  • How to build your own set of symbolic uniforms to trigger focus and performance.

Key Takeaways

  1. First impressions are contextual. Match your clothing to your purpose, audience and environment.
  2. Authenticity matters. Wear clothes that feel true to you — confidence flows from alignment.
  3. Create symbolic uniforms. Assign outfits to important activities and let them trigger focus and flow.

For a much richer article and full bibliography and references, visit the blog article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-power-of-clothing/

References

  • Adam, H., Galinsky, A.D., 2012. Enclothed cognition. J. Exp. Soc. Psychol. 48, 918–925.
  • Slepian, M.L., Ferber, S.N., Gold, J.M., Rutchick, A.M., 2015. The Cognitive Consequences of Formal Clothing. Soc. Psychol. Personal. Sci. 6, 661–668.
  • Stuart, E.W., Fuller, B.K., 1991. Clothing as communication in two business-to-business sales settings. J. Bus. Res. 23, 269–290.
  • University of Ljubljana et al., 2014. Clothes and Costumes as Form of Nonverbal Communication. Tekstilec 57, 321–333.


Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 Daily videos on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivatedlabs

📸 Daily videos on Facebook

📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects


]]> In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I cover the science of clothing and appearance. 

Your clothes don’t just influence how others see you — they shape your own confidence, focus, and performance. In this episode, I explore the fascinating psychology of appearance: how clothing affects first impressions, why it can boost or drain your confidence, and the science behind “felt power".

Discover how to use simple outfit choices and symbolic “uniforms” to show up at your best — whether at work, in the gym, or in everyday life.

We often underestimate the role of clothing in our lives. But science suggests what we wear impacts more than style — it influences how people perceive us, how we perceive ourselves, and even how well we perform.

In this episode, I share:

  • Why first impressions are shaped by appearance—and why context matters.
  • How clothing boosts self-confidence when it feels authentic and expressive.
  • Research on “felt power” and how formal clothing sharpens focus.
  • The concept of enclothed cognition—and why a lab coat makes people perform better.
  • How to build your own set of symbolic uniforms to trigger focus and performance.

Key Takeaways

  1. First impressions are contextual. Match your clothing to your purpose, audience and environment.
  2. Authenticity matters. Wear clothes that feel true to you — confidence flows from alignment.
  3. Create symbolic uniforms. Assign outfits to important activities and let them trigger focus and flow.

For a much richer article and full bibliography and references, visit the blog article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-power-of-clothing/

References

  • Adam, H., Galinsky, A.D., 2012. Enclothed cognition. J. Exp. Soc. Psychol. 48, 918–925.
  • Slepian, M.L., Ferber, S.N., Gold, J.M., Rutchick, A.M., 2015. The Cognitive Consequences of Formal Clothing. Soc. Psychol. Personal. Sci. 6, 661–668.
  • Stuart, E.W., Fuller, B.K., 1991. Clothing as communication in two business-to-business sales settings. J. Bus. Res. 23, 269–290.
  • University of Ljubljana et al., 2014. Clothes and Costumes as Form of Nonverbal Communication. Tekstilec 57, 321–333.


Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the newsletter
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 Daily videos on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivatedlabs

📸 Daily videos on Facebook

📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects


]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:30:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 631 In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I cover the science of clothing and appearance. 

Your clothes don’t just influence how others see you — they shape your own confidence, focus, and performance. In this episode, I explore the fascinating psychology of appearance: how clothing affects first impressions, why it can boost or drain your confidence, and the science behind “felt power".

Discover how to use simple outfit choices and symbolic “uniforms” to show up at your best — whether at work, in the gym, or in everyday life.

We often underestimate the role of clothing in our lives. But science suggests what we wear impacts more than style — it influences how people perceive us, how we perceive ourselves, and even how well we perform.

In this episode, I share:

  • Why first impressions are shaped by appearance—and why context matters.
  • How clothing boosts self-confidence when it feels authentic and expressive.
  • Research on “felt power” and how formal clothing sharpens focus.
  • The concept of enclothed cognition—and why a lab coat makes people perform better.
  • How to build your own set of symbolic uniforms to trigger focus and performance.

Key Takeaways

  1. First impressions are contextual. Match your clothing to your purpose, audience and environment.
  2. Authenticity matters. Wear clothes that feel true to you — confidence flows from alignment.
  3. Create symbolic uniforms. Assign outfits to important activities and let them trigger focus and flow.

For a much richer article and full bibliography and references, visit the blog article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-power-of-clothing/

References

  • Adam, H., Galinsky, A.D., 2012. Enclothed cognition. J. Exp. Soc. Psychol. 48, 918–925.
  • Slepian, M.L., Ferber, S.N., Gold, J.M., Rutchick, A.M., 2015. The Cognitive Consequences of Formal Clothing. Soc. Psychol. Personal. Sci. 6, 661–668.
  • Stuart, E.W., Fuller, B.K., 1991. Clothing as communication in two business-to-business sales settings. J. Bus. Res. 23, 269–290.
  • University of Ljubljana et al., 2014. Clothes and Costumes as Form of Nonverbal Communication. Tekstilec 57, 321–333.


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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The Art of Noticing: How Creative Awareness Can Make You a Better Leader 33 33 The Art of Noticing: How Creative Awareness Can Make You a Better Leader full bd27db0c-a65f-4daf-a260-ad65462386dc https://share.transistor.fm/s/61193467 In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I explore The Art of Noticing — a subtle but powerful skill that can separate effective leaders from the rest. 

Far from being a framework, checklist, or trendy methodology, noticing is about widening your awareness, understanding how work flows, spotting bottlenecks, and observing patterns that matter. And we can develop these skills through creative pursuits.

Discover how creativity trains you to notice what truly matters, frame stories effectively, and make informed decisions that drive impact and productivity in your organisation.

The best leaders aren’t always the loudest — they’re the ones who see, understand, and act on the details that really count.

Check out the blog post, video and photo walk here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/art-of-noticing/

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]]> In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I explore The Art of Noticing — a subtle but powerful skill that can separate effective leaders from the rest. 

Far from being a framework, checklist, or trendy methodology, noticing is about widening your awareness, understanding how work flows, spotting bottlenecks, and observing patterns that matter. And we can develop these skills through creative pursuits.

Discover how creativity trains you to notice what truly matters, frame stories effectively, and make informed decisions that drive impact and productivity in your organisation.

The best leaders aren’t always the loudest — they’re the ones who see, understand, and act on the details that really count.

Check out the blog post, video and photo walk here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/art-of-noticing/

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]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 482 In this episode of Here's An Idea Worth Playing With, I explore The Art of Noticing — a subtle but powerful skill that can separate effective leaders from the rest. 

Far from being a framework, checklist, or trendy methodology, noticing is about widening your awareness, understanding how work flows, spotting bottlenecks, and observing patterns that matter. And we can develop these skills through creative pursuits.

Discover how creativity trains you to notice what truly matters, frame stories effectively, and make informed decisions that drive impact and productivity in your organisation.

The best leaders aren’t always the loudest — they’re the ones who see, understand, and act on the details that really count.

Check out the blog post, video and photo walk here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/art-of-noticing/

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to Build an Internal Coaching and Consulting Function That Drives Business Value 32 32 How to Build an Internal Coaching and Consulting Function That Drives Business Value full 497fc5e8-36e4-431a-a5e4-c7ab5f19ca9e https://share.transistor.fm/s/eaf891c4 Internal coaching and consulting teams can be powerful assets — or costly afterthoughts.

In this episode of Here's an idea worth playing with, we break down how to design a function that delivers real impact.

Learn the difference between coaching and consulting, why purpose and demand management matter, how to package your services, and how to connect your work directly to measurable business outcomes.

With practical principles drawn from years of experience, you’ll discover how to transform your team from a “nice-to-have” into a strategic advantage.

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]]> Internal coaching and consulting teams can be powerful assets — or costly afterthoughts.

In this episode of Here's an idea worth playing with, we break down how to design a function that delivers real impact.

Learn the difference between coaching and consulting, why purpose and demand management matter, how to package your services, and how to connect your work directly to measurable business outcomes.

With practical principles drawn from years of experience, you’ll discover how to transform your team from a “nice-to-have” into a strategic advantage.

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]]> Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 885 Internal coaching and consulting teams can be powerful assets — or costly afterthoughts.

In this episode of Here's an idea worth playing with, we break down how to design a function that delivers real impact.

Learn the difference between coaching and consulting, why purpose and demand management matter, how to package your services, and how to connect your work directly to measurable business outcomes.

With practical principles drawn from years of experience, you’ll discover how to transform your team from a “nice-to-have” into a strategic advantage.

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking: Essential Skills for Career Growth and Leadership 31 31 Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking: Essential Skills for Career Growth and Leadership full fd11df0c-6ce4-45b9-9c9d-7d4b8bcfd8ed https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9df648d Do you get nervous at the thought of speaking in public? You’re not alone — and mastering this skill can be a game-changer for your career and leadership growth.

In this episode, I explore practical strategies to overcome fear, develop your authentic speaking style, and connect with audiences through storytelling, emotion, and clear purpose. From avoiding the perfection trap to bringing enthusiasm and energy to your talks, you’ll learn how to make every presentation memorable.

Plus, discover how my book Zero to Keynote provides a complete roadmap for turning ideas into compelling talks, getting submissions accepted, and delivering keynotes that leave a lasting impact.

Whether you’re pitching ideas, leading a team, or speaking at conferences, this episode will help you speak with confidence and influence.

I mention Sir Ken Robinson's talk on schools killing creativity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY
I mention my own book Zero to Keynote - you can buy the print or digital copies here - https://zerotokeynote.com/
Supporting article on Cultivated - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-importance-of-learning-public-speaking-skills/

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]]> Do you get nervous at the thought of speaking in public? You’re not alone — and mastering this skill can be a game-changer for your career and leadership growth.

In this episode, I explore practical strategies to overcome fear, develop your authentic speaking style, and connect with audiences through storytelling, emotion, and clear purpose. From avoiding the perfection trap to bringing enthusiasm and energy to your talks, you’ll learn how to make every presentation memorable.

Plus, discover how my book Zero to Keynote provides a complete roadmap for turning ideas into compelling talks, getting submissions accepted, and delivering keynotes that leave a lasting impact.

Whether you’re pitching ideas, leading a team, or speaking at conferences, this episode will help you speak with confidence and influence.

I mention Sir Ken Robinson's talk on schools killing creativity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY
I mention my own book Zero to Keynote - you can buy the print or digital copies here - https://zerotokeynote.com/
Supporting article on Cultivated - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-importance-of-learning-public-speaking-skills/

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]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 727 Do you get nervous at the thought of speaking in public? You’re not alone — and mastering this skill can be a game-changer for your career and leadership growth.

In this episode, I explore practical strategies to overcome fear, develop your authentic speaking style, and connect with audiences through storytelling, emotion, and clear purpose. From avoiding the perfection trap to bringing enthusiasm and energy to your talks, you’ll learn how to make every presentation memorable.

Plus, discover how my book Zero to Keynote provides a complete roadmap for turning ideas into compelling talks, getting submissions accepted, and delivering keynotes that leave a lasting impact.

Whether you’re pitching ideas, leading a team, or speaking at conferences, this episode will help you speak with confidence and influence.

I mention Sir Ken Robinson's talk on schools killing creativity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iG9CE55wbtY
I mention my own book Zero to Keynote - you can buy the print or digital copies here - https://zerotokeynote.com/
Supporting article on Cultivated - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/the-importance-of-learning-public-speaking-skills/

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Climb the Career Ladder: 8 Key Principles to Thrive, Add Value, and Accelerate Your Career 30 30 Climb the Career Ladder: 8 Key Principles to Thrive, Add Value, and Accelerate Your Career full a19ce705-a070-4c7f-97cf-ea99674f3372 https://share.transistor.fm/s/309d543f In this episode, I share the 8 principles that shaped my own career journey — from software tester to executive leader. We’ll explore how to define what thriving looks like for you, make sure your ladder is leaning against the right wall, and understand the critical difference between cost and value.

You’ll learn why communication is your greatest superpower, how to shift your own behaviours for growth, and why strong relationships and clarity matter more than raw talent.

Whether you want to move into management, leadership, or simply build influence in your current role, these principles will help you create impact, earn trust, and unlock opportunities.

--> Find out more : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-climb-the-career-ladder/

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]]> In this episode, I share the 8 principles that shaped my own career journey — from software tester to executive leader. We’ll explore how to define what thriving looks like for you, make sure your ladder is leaning against the right wall, and understand the critical difference between cost and value.

You’ll learn why communication is your greatest superpower, how to shift your own behaviours for growth, and why strong relationships and clarity matter more than raw talent.

Whether you want to move into management, leadership, or simply build influence in your current role, these principles will help you create impact, earn trust, and unlock opportunities.

--> Find out more : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-climb-the-career-ladder/

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]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 736 In this episode, I share the 8 principles that shaped my own career journey — from software tester to executive leader. We’ll explore how to define what thriving looks like for you, make sure your ladder is leaning against the right wall, and understand the critical difference between cost and value.

You’ll learn why communication is your greatest superpower, how to shift your own behaviours for growth, and why strong relationships and clarity matter more than raw talent.

Whether you want to move into management, leadership, or simply build influence in your current role, these principles will help you create impact, earn trust, and unlock opportunities.

--> Find out more : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-climb-the-career-ladder/

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Spinning Plates: A Simple Productivity System for Work, Family, and Projects 29 29 Spinning Plates: A Simple Productivity System for Work, Family, and Projects full d1f4100b-729b-4c70-b751-cb58d4cda085 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a24b928 In this episode, I break down the productivity system that helps me manage work, family life, content creation, and side projects - all without feeling overwhelmed.

It’s not about doing more, but about choosing the right plates to spin. I’ll share how I use tools like Google Calendar, Trello, and ToDoist alongside paper and notebooks to stay organised, prioritise what matters, and keep a clear overview of everything on my plate.

If you’re looking for a practical, flexible way to manage competing demands while staying sane, this episode will give you ideas to design a system that works for you.

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]]> In this episode, I break down the productivity system that helps me manage work, family life, content creation, and side projects - all without feeling overwhelmed.

It’s not about doing more, but about choosing the right plates to spin. I’ll share how I use tools like Google Calendar, Trello, and ToDoist alongside paper and notebooks to stay organised, prioritise what matters, and keep a clear overview of everything on my plate.

If you’re looking for a practical, flexible way to manage competing demands while staying sane, this episode will give you ideas to design a system that works for you.

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]]> Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 544 In this episode, I break down the productivity system that helps me manage work, family life, content creation, and side projects - all without feeling overwhelmed.

It’s not about doing more, but about choosing the right plates to spin. I’ll share how I use tools like Google Calendar, Trello, and ToDoist alongside paper and notebooks to stay organised, prioritise what matters, and keep a clear overview of everything on my plate.

If you’re looking for a practical, flexible way to manage competing demands while staying sane, this episode will give you ideas to design a system that works for you.

--> Check out the associated article with a little more detail and screenshots of my system: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/simple-productivity-system/

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How Businesses Sabotage Themselves: Lessons from a 1944 CIA Manual 28 28 How Businesses Sabotage Themselves: Lessons from a 1944 CIA Manual full f07b29a1-e38e-4c53-b88f-f9c01312425f https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a5af5ca During World War II, the OSS (precursor to the CIA) released the “Simple Sabotage Field Manual”—a handbook for disrupting enemy organisations from within. The shocking part? Much of it reads like a modern business playbook: excessive committees, slow decision-making, perfectionism on unimportant tasks, and endless meetings.

In this episode, we unpack the uncanny overlap between sabotage tactics and today’s workplace behaviours, why they persist even with good intentions, and how leaders can spot and dismantle them before they derail performance.

It’s a reminder that agility isn’t about speed — it’s about removing the hidden habits of sabotage baked into our ways of working.

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]]> During World War II, the OSS (precursor to the CIA) released the “Simple Sabotage Field Manual”—a handbook for disrupting enemy organisations from within. The shocking part? Much of it reads like a modern business playbook: excessive committees, slow decision-making, perfectionism on unimportant tasks, and endless meetings.

In this episode, we unpack the uncanny overlap between sabotage tactics and today’s workplace behaviours, why they persist even with good intentions, and how leaders can spot and dismantle them before they derail performance.

It’s a reminder that agility isn’t about speed — it’s about removing the hidden habits of sabotage baked into our ways of working.

--> View the associated post on Cultivated website - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/we-are-sabotaging-our-own-workplaces/

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]]> Fri, 12 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 755 During World War II, the OSS (precursor to the CIA) released the “Simple Sabotage Field Manual”—a handbook for disrupting enemy organisations from within. The shocking part? Much of it reads like a modern business playbook: excessive committees, slow decision-making, perfectionism on unimportant tasks, and endless meetings.

In this episode, we unpack the uncanny overlap between sabotage tactics and today’s workplace behaviours, why they persist even with good intentions, and how leaders can spot and dismantle them before they derail performance.

It’s a reminder that agility isn’t about speed — it’s about removing the hidden habits of sabotage baked into our ways of working.

--> View the associated post on Cultivated website - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/we-are-sabotaging-our-own-workplaces/

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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to Study Anything: 10 Principles That Actually Work 27 27 How to Study Anything: 10 Principles That Actually Work full 66486a1a-500f-4716-ba96-7789adaa2645 https://share.transistor.fm/s/46c967d7 In this episode, I explore 10 practical principles that will help you study anything more effectively.

We’ll break down why active engagement beats passive highlighting, why depth matters more than sheer volume, and how teaching others sharpens your own understanding.

I’ll share how principles create a foundation for long-term mastery, why rest is essential for retention, and how embracing different learning styles keeps you flexible and open. Whether you’re developing professionally or pursuing personal growth, these tools will help you study smarter and turn knowledge into action.

--> A deeper and richer article on this subject is here: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-study/

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]]> In this episode, I explore 10 practical principles that will help you study anything more effectively.

We’ll break down why active engagement beats passive highlighting, why depth matters more than sheer volume, and how teaching others sharpens your own understanding.

I’ll share how principles create a foundation for long-term mastery, why rest is essential for retention, and how embracing different learning styles keeps you flexible and open. Whether you’re developing professionally or pursuing personal growth, these tools will help you study smarter and turn knowledge into action.

--> A deeper and richer article on this subject is here: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-study/

🤝 Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
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🎵 Follow me on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@cultivated.work
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/
📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 724 In this episode, I explore 10 practical principles that will help you study anything more effectively.

We’ll break down why active engagement beats passive highlighting, why depth matters more than sheer volume, and how teaching others sharpens your own understanding.

I’ll share how principles create a foundation for long-term mastery, why rest is essential for retention, and how embracing different learning styles keeps you flexible and open. Whether you’re developing professionally or pursuing personal growth, these tools will help you study smarter and turn knowledge into action.

--> A deeper and richer article on this subject is here: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/how-to-study/

🤝 Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/newsletter/
📸 Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivated.work
🎵 Follow me on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@cultivated.work
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/
📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Building a Learning Culture: Why Behaviour Beats Training Every Time 26 26 Building a Learning Culture: Why Behaviour Beats Training Every Time full ff544b17-a4c1-4cb3-80de-6db87e0cbd08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6fed60fc In this episode, we explore what it really takes to create a true learning culture inside an organisation.

Not just training programmes or box-ticking courses, but learning as a shared behaviour that drives growth, engagement, and collective intelligence.

From role modelling as a leader, to giving teams time and space, to encouraging personal learning with no strings attached—you’ll hear practical ways to make learning part of your company’s DNA.

Plus, I share a surprising story about a mechanic course that reshaped an entire organisation’s culture.

--> Find more in-depth details and more resources on the website - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/building-a-learning-culture/

🤝 Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
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👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/
📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> In this episode, we explore what it really takes to create a true learning culture inside an organisation.

Not just training programmes or box-ticking courses, but learning as a shared behaviour that drives growth, engagement, and collective intelligence.

From role modelling as a leader, to giving teams time and space, to encouraging personal learning with no strings attached—you’ll hear practical ways to make learning part of your company’s DNA.

Plus, I share a surprising story about a mechanic course that reshaped an entire organisation’s culture.

--> Find more in-depth details and more resources on the website - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/building-a-learning-culture/

🤝 Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/newsletter/
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👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/
📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:30:08 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 666 In this episode, we explore what it really takes to create a true learning culture inside an organisation.

Not just training programmes or box-ticking courses, but learning as a shared behaviour that drives growth, engagement, and collective intelligence.

From role modelling as a leader, to giving teams time and space, to encouraging personal learning with no strings attached—you’ll hear practical ways to make learning part of your company’s DNA.

Plus, I share a surprising story about a mechanic course that reshaped an entire organisation’s culture.

--> Find more in-depth details and more resources on the website - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/building-a-learning-culture/

🤝 Support Cultivated Management

This podcast is a labour of love and will always be free, but it's not free to create it - if you’d like to support my work:

🚀 Buy a book, or sit a course.
🏢 Work with me
✉️ Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter: https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/newsletter/
📸 Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultivated.work
🎵 Follow me on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@cultivated.work
👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/
📸 Check out YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert 5 Trade Skills That Will Accelerate Your Success in Business 25 25 5 Trade Skills That Will Accelerate Your Success in Business full 8faefed9-b0c8-4e6e-97e6-47a6f06a6b24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cdbbd69d What are the timeless skills that make someone invaluable and successful at work?

In this episode, I break down the five core “Trade Skills” — persistence, facing facts, risk management, hands-on learning, and grasping numbers — and explains why they matter more than ever in today’s business world.

Learn how mastering these skills can elevate your career, sharpen your commercial awareness, and turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth.

Accompanying article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/trade-skills/

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👉 Develop skills, buy books, sit courses and learn about leadership, communication and creativity - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/

]]> What are the timeless skills that make someone invaluable and successful at work?

In this episode, I break down the five core “Trade Skills” — persistence, facing facts, risk management, hands-on learning, and grasping numbers — and explains why they matter more than ever in today’s business world.

Learn how mastering these skills can elevate your career, sharpen your commercial awareness, and turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth.

Accompanying article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/trade-skills/

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📸 See the creative side of business life : https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

👉 Develop skills, buy books, sit courses and learn about leadership, communication and creativity - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/

]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:29:32 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 904 What are the timeless skills that make someone invaluable and successful at work?

In this episode, I break down the five core “Trade Skills” — persistence, facing facts, risk management, hands-on learning, and grasping numbers — and explains why they matter more than ever in today’s business world.

Learn how mastering these skills can elevate your career, sharpen your commercial awareness, and turn everyday challenges into opportunities for growth.

Accompanying article : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/trade-skills/

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🎵 Follow me on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@cultivated.work

👉 Connect on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlambert/

📸 See the creative side of business life : https://www.youtube.com/@creativesoulprojects

👉 Develop skills, buy books, sit courses and learn about leadership, communication and creativity - https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Crafting a Winning Conference Talk Proposal - and getting it selected 24 24 Crafting a Winning Conference Talk Proposal - and getting it selected full dd20edba-c7c2-49ad-9d0b-e65dd47cf376 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac0d3265 Crafting a Winning Conference Talk Proposal - and getting it selected

Want to share your expertise on a conference stage but feel stuck at the Call for Papers submission process? You're not alone! Getting your talk accepted is the crucial first step, yet it's often where aspiring speakers fall short.

In this episode, I share ideas straight from the Zero to Keynote book, on why, even if you have a cracking story to tell, your conference talk proposal is the first hurdle, demanding far more effort than you might think. From finding the perfect Call for Papers (CFP) to understanding conference themes, I'll guide you through the entire process.

Plus, I share my 10-step masterclass on writing a proposal that reviewers will shout "YES!" to.

Whether you're just starting your public speaking journey or aiming for bigger stages, learn how to craft a compelling submission that increased your chances of being accepted.

Find out more about the Zero to Keynote book : https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/p/zero-to-keynote-book

Subscribe the Creative Soul Projects newsletters: https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/


]]> Crafting a Winning Conference Talk Proposal - and getting it selected

Want to share your expertise on a conference stage but feel stuck at the Call for Papers submission process? You're not alone! Getting your talk accepted is the crucial first step, yet it's often where aspiring speakers fall short.

In this episode, I share ideas straight from the Zero to Keynote book, on why, even if you have a cracking story to tell, your conference talk proposal is the first hurdle, demanding far more effort than you might think. From finding the perfect Call for Papers (CFP) to understanding conference themes, I'll guide you through the entire process.

Plus, I share my 10-step masterclass on writing a proposal that reviewers will shout "YES!" to.

Whether you're just starting your public speaking journey or aiming for bigger stages, learn how to craft a compelling submission that increased your chances of being accepted.

Find out more about the Zero to Keynote book : https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/p/zero-to-keynote-book

Subscribe the Creative Soul Projects newsletters: https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/


]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:51:58 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1998 Crafting a Winning Conference Talk Proposal - and getting it selected

Want to share your expertise on a conference stage but feel stuck at the Call for Papers submission process? You're not alone! Getting your talk accepted is the crucial first step, yet it's often where aspiring speakers fall short.

In this episode, I share ideas straight from the Zero to Keynote book, on why, even if you have a cracking story to tell, your conference talk proposal is the first hurdle, demanding far more effort than you might think. From finding the perfect Call for Papers (CFP) to understanding conference themes, I'll guide you through the entire process.

Plus, I share my 10-step masterclass on writing a proposal that reviewers will shout "YES!" to.

Whether you're just starting your public speaking journey or aiming for bigger stages, learn how to craft a compelling submission that increased your chances of being accepted.

Find out more about the Zero to Keynote book : https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/p/zero-to-keynote-book

Subscribe the Creative Soul Projects newsletters: https://creativesoulprojects.substack.com/


]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to generate conference talk ideas 23 23 How to generate conference talk ideas full 5021cddb-c954-42be-9ef2-6c3d0f45ccdb https://share.transistor.fm/s/40e29ef2 Public speaking at conferences or events, and even at work, can be a joyful experience. 

However, a major reason I hear from people who are hesitant to take that first step towards public speaking is that they struggle to find something to talk about. 

There is a kind of curse of knowledge - as in, why would I know something, or have something interesting to share, that hasn’t already been said by someone else? 

In other words, why would someone want to listen to me?

Well, that’s nonsense. In a kind way.

Nobody has your personal insights, experience and take on the world - and trust me, assuming you are speaking at the right event or conference, there will be people who are interested in what you have to say. 

So, one of the first things to do when you’re planning a talk, is to have something worth talking about; something you’re excited about sharing.

Step forth a heavy dose of ideation (the precursor to creativity) and let those ideas fill your bucket - then whittle them down and craft something you’re happy to talk about. 

Listen to the podcast for a deep dive into each way to generate talk ideas, and/or download the super cool free guide I’ve created over on creativesoulprojects.com

Until next time.

]]> Public speaking at conferences or events, and even at work, can be a joyful experience. 

However, a major reason I hear from people who are hesitant to take that first step towards public speaking is that they struggle to find something to talk about. 

There is a kind of curse of knowledge - as in, why would I know something, or have something interesting to share, that hasn’t already been said by someone else? 

In other words, why would someone want to listen to me?

Well, that’s nonsense. In a kind way.

Nobody has your personal insights, experience and take on the world - and trust me, assuming you are speaking at the right event or conference, there will be people who are interested in what you have to say. 

So, one of the first things to do when you’re planning a talk, is to have something worth talking about; something you’re excited about sharing.

Step forth a heavy dose of ideation (the precursor to creativity) and let those ideas fill your bucket - then whittle them down and craft something you’re happy to talk about. 

Listen to the podcast for a deep dive into each way to generate talk ideas, and/or download the super cool free guide I’ve created over on creativesoulprojects.com

Until next time.

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:03:11 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1940 Public speaking at conferences or events, and even at work, can be a joyful experience. 

However, a major reason I hear from people who are hesitant to take that first step towards public speaking is that they struggle to find something to talk about. 

There is a kind of curse of knowledge - as in, why would I know something, or have something interesting to share, that hasn’t already been said by someone else? 

In other words, why would someone want to listen to me?

Well, that’s nonsense. In a kind way.

Nobody has your personal insights, experience and take on the world - and trust me, assuming you are speaking at the right event or conference, there will be people who are interested in what you have to say. 

So, one of the first things to do when you’re planning a talk, is to have something worth talking about; something you’re excited about sharing.

Step forth a heavy dose of ideation (the precursor to creativity) and let those ideas fill your bucket - then whittle them down and craft something you’re happy to talk about. 

Listen to the podcast for a deep dive into each way to generate talk ideas, and/or download the super cool free guide I’ve created over on creativesoulprojects.com

Until next time.

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Learning how to get better - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep5 22 22 Learning how to get better - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep5 full 265533cc-e9b9-4b5e-9ac1-d3e7b19b399d https://share.transistor.fm/s/7510bea8 This is episode 5 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about learning and making ourselves, and the business, better


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> This is episode 5 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about learning and making ourselves, and the business, better


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 748 This is episode 5 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about learning and making ourselves, and the business, better


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Building Routines and Habits - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep4 21 21 Building Routines and Habits - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep4 full 266cd63e-0309-4a62-832d-abe363457642 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cb6b2e6d This is episode 4 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building routines and habits - that lead to the painted picture.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> This is episode 4 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building routines and habits - that lead to the painted picture.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 651 This is episode 4 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building routines and habits - that lead to the painted picture.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Your people need a plan to - This is the team to get it done - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep3 20 20 Your people need a plan to - This is the team to get it done - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep3 full 68082af3-605a-45ee-aa58-4f757a058c5d https://share.transistor.fm/s/70bc9aa3 This is episode 3 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building the team to get it done.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> This is episode 3 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building the team to get it done.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> Tue, 12 Nov 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 730 This is episode 3 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about building the team to get it done.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to lean into the current reality and build a strategy - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep2 19 19 How to lean into the current reality and build a strategy - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep2 full 5c7728a5-c80c-48b0-bd8b-cb22a3d761a0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b18b4cbb This is episode 2 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about leaning into the current reality of your business - and building a strategy.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> This is episode 2 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about leaning into the current reality of your business - and building a strategy.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 706 This is episode 2 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 


This episode of about leaning into the current reality of your business - and building a strategy.


The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 


This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 


Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story

Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?

Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?

Step 4 - Routines and Habits

Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to paint a picture of the future for your business (or team) - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep1 18 18 How to paint a picture of the future for your business (or team) - Releasing Agility mini series - Ep1 full 3dcb5144-3694-4cf1-82fd-af402abe613d https://share.transistor.fm/s/0fbd6df1 This is episode 1 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 

This episode of about writing a story about the future - a painted picture.

The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 

This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 

Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story
Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?
Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?
Step 4 - Routines and Habits
Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> This is episode 1 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 

This episode of about writing a story about the future - a painted picture.

The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 

This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 

Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story
Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?
Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?
Step 4 - Routines and Habits
Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:30:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 971 This is episode 1 of 5, of the Releasing Agility mini series, where I share the model and how it works. 

This episode of about writing a story about the future - a painted picture.

The model is designed to get leaders and managers to think about what they want to move smoothly and quickly towards - and then to focus energy and attention towards the things that really matter. 

This model is what I use when coaching managers and leaders - and the first three steps firmly belong to them. 

Step 1 - Paint a picture of the future - tell a story
Step 2 - Lean into the current reality - what's stopping you from achieving this bright future?
Step 3 - This is the team to get it done, or is it?
Step 4 - Routines and Habits
Step 5 - Learning - there's always a chance to get better

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Lead Like a Storyteller: Write Your Chapter in Business 17 17 Lead Like a Storyteller: Write Your Chapter in Business full 96b82a75-b5c3-4879-8b5d-e895d240209d https://share.transistor.fm/s/0dcfa18a In this episode I share the idea of a book being written about the business you work in. That book started on the first day of the business - and continues to be written every single day. It's therefore an idea to consider what your current chapter of the book is about. What's your contribution to this big book of the business? Is this chapter a horror, or drama, or action packed adventure?

Find out more about Cultivated Management here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/telling-a-story-of-the-business/

]]> In this episode I share the idea of a book being written about the business you work in. That book started on the first day of the business - and continues to be written every single day. It's therefore an idea to consider what your current chapter of the book is about. What's your contribution to this big book of the business? Is this chapter a horror, or drama, or action packed adventure?

Find out more about Cultivated Management here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/telling-a-story-of-the-business/

]]> Fri, 11 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 935 In this episode I share the idea of a book being written about the business you work in. That book started on the first day of the business - and continues to be written every single day. It's therefore an idea to consider what your current chapter of the book is about. What's your contribution to this big book of the business? Is this chapter a horror, or drama, or action packed adventure?

Find out more about Cultivated Management here : https://www.cultivatedmanagement.com/telling-a-story-of-the-business/

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The 10 Elements of a powerful workshop 16 16 The 10 Elements of a powerful workshop full 66f500e1-488d-4453-a055-9a4960c4b646 https://share.transistor.fm/s/68c60228 In this episode I share 10 Elements of a powerful workshop. These are ideas I think are worth playing with. No absolutes, just 10 elements that I apply to my award winning workshops. They may work for you also!

Find out more on cultivatedmanagement.com
Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter here
Sit the online Communication Super Power Workshop

Thanks
Rob..

]]> In this episode I share 10 Elements of a powerful workshop. These are ideas I think are worth playing with. No absolutes, just 10 elements that I apply to my award winning workshops. They may work for you also!

Find out more on cultivatedmanagement.com
Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter here
Sit the online Communication Super Power Workshop

Thanks
Rob..

]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:30:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1030 In this episode I share 10 Elements of a powerful workshop. These are ideas I think are worth playing with. No absolutes, just 10 elements that I apply to my award winning workshops. They may work for you also!

Find out more on cultivatedmanagement.com
Subscribe to the Meeting Notes newsletter here
Sit the online Communication Super Power Workshop

Thanks
Rob..

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The benefits of bringing nature into your workplace - Biophilic Design 15 15 The benefits of bringing nature into your workplace - Biophilic Design full 68ffc0ba-fc65-4c00-8dc4-fef1a5eddb26 https://share.transistor.fm/s/14d7be8e In this episode I introduce the idea of Biophilic Design; designing workspaces to include more nature and natural elements. I dig into some of the science and see whether a "more natural" workspace helps with mood, emotions and productivity.

Join me as I wander around the local countryside and share ideas, tips and advice on how to include more nature in your home, or office, workspace - and why it's important.

Find the scientific articles, videos and images on the Cultivated website. 

]]> In this episode I introduce the idea of Biophilic Design; designing workspaces to include more nature and natural elements. I dig into some of the science and see whether a "more natural" workspace helps with mood, emotions and productivity.

Join me as I wander around the local countryside and share ideas, tips and advice on how to include more nature in your home, or office, workspace - and why it's important.

Find the scientific articles, videos and images on the Cultivated website. 

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1601 In this episode I introduce the idea of Biophilic Design; designing workspaces to include more nature and natural elements. I dig into some of the science and see whether a "more natural" workspace helps with mood, emotions and productivity.

Join me as I wander around the local countryside and share ideas, tips and advice on how to include more nature in your home, or office, workspace - and why it's important.

Find the scientific articles, videos and images on the Cultivated website. 

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Business improvement using Friction Versus Reward 14 14 Business improvement using Friction Versus Reward full 64ee6751-86c9-4d28-94ff-3076bbd1d98d https://share.transistor.fm/s/6b72d2cc In this episode of "Here's An Idea Worth Playing With" I talk about the method of Friction v Reward, how it's creator, Richard Hammond, uses it and how I use a similar model for business improvement.

]]> In this episode of "Here's An Idea Worth Playing With" I talk about the method of Friction v Reward, how it's creator, Richard Hammond, uses it and how I use a similar model for business improvement.

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 2178 In this episode of "Here's An Idea Worth Playing With" I talk about the method of Friction v Reward, how it's creator, Richard Hammond, uses it and how I use a similar model for business improvement.

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Nash's use of Leisure Time pyramid - flawed but still helpful 13 13 Nash's use of Leisure Time pyramid - flawed but still helpful full 3184610b-b1f7-40c9-8c89-363ede8968d9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d037d7c3 In today's cast and post I'm introducing a model of leisure time from the 1920's! 


I'll introduce the Netflix challenge (a dysfunctional game being played at a workplace) and explain how I draw connections to work from what is a sociology lifestyle model. 

How we choose to use our leisure time has been a hotly debated inquiry into society itself. I won't go that deep - but I will share how I see this model helping me as a leader.

]]> In today's cast and post I'm introducing a model of leisure time from the 1920's! 


I'll introduce the Netflix challenge (a dysfunctional game being played at a workplace) and explain how I draw connections to work from what is a sociology lifestyle model. 

How we choose to use our leisure time has been a hotly debated inquiry into society itself. I won't go that deep - but I will share how I see this model helping me as a leader.

]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1149 In today's cast and post I'm introducing a model of leisure time from the 1920's! 


I'll introduce the Netflix challenge (a dysfunctional game being played at a workplace) and explain how I draw connections to work from what is a sociology lifestyle model. 

How we choose to use our leisure time has been a hotly debated inquiry into society itself. I won't go that deep - but I will share how I see this model helping me as a leader.

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert 3 Ways to talk about value, plus sounds from Zurich 12 12 3 Ways to talk about value, plus sounds from Zurich full 91b9354c-0ed9-49d7-8c42-798a2b6ac0c9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8b3d5bf9 I am in Zurich, capturing the sounds of the city - and also sharing 3 helpful ways to frame any conversation about value. We often need executive buy-in, support or air cover for our work, but many people fail to communicate these ideas effectively.

Well, here's an idea worth playing with - frame your requests in language that resonates and a frame that makes sense. I share the 3 elements of the frame as well as some cracking audio of Cathedral bells, rivers and more from Zurich.

As usual, you can find more content on cultivatedmanagement.com
You can find BTS footage, images and video from Zurich on Instagram - @simplylambert

Thanks
Rob..

]]> I am in Zurich, capturing the sounds of the city - and also sharing 3 helpful ways to frame any conversation about value. We often need executive buy-in, support or air cover for our work, but many people fail to communicate these ideas effectively.

Well, here's an idea worth playing with - frame your requests in language that resonates and a frame that makes sense. I share the 3 elements of the frame as well as some cracking audio of Cathedral bells, rivers and more from Zurich.

As usual, you can find more content on cultivatedmanagement.com
You can find BTS footage, images and video from Zurich on Instagram - @simplylambert

Thanks
Rob..

]]> Mon, 01 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 704 I am in Zurich, capturing the sounds of the city - and also sharing 3 helpful ways to frame any conversation about value. We often need executive buy-in, support or air cover for our work, but many people fail to communicate these ideas effectively.

Well, here's an idea worth playing with - frame your requests in language that resonates and a frame that makes sense. I share the 3 elements of the frame as well as some cracking audio of Cathedral bells, rivers and more from Zurich.

As usual, you can find more content on cultivatedmanagement.com
You can find BTS footage, images and video from Zurich on Instagram - @simplylambert

Thanks
Rob..

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The 8 Different Types of Intelligence 11 11 The 8 Different Types of Intelligence full cf7ec470-aed7-4b99-a7ba-f63f7d94c494 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ffad981 Hi,

I hope you are doing well. Welcome to another Here’s An Idea Worth Playing With (HAIWPW). The weekly audio show about ideas that I think are worth playing with.

I recorded this at lunch today, after recording a video about park benches (yes, you read that right). I was at Avington Park, a wonderful estate just outside of Winchester. It was cold. There were some menacing looking bulls. The swans were circling. Some bird watchers were hanging around.


And I was musing about the 8 different types of intelligence and playing with the idea that our workplaces may benefit from appreciating, amplifying and accelerating the diversity of intelligence. This list is from this source. 

The 8:

  1. Spatial intelligence - Abstract and dimensional thinking
  2. Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence - Understanding our body
  3. Musical intelligence - Sensitivity to rhythm, etc
  4. Linguistic/Language intelligence - flow, correct words, melody, tone
  5. Logical-mathematical intelligence - The ability to analyze problems logically (the classical idea of intelligence)
  6. Interpersonal intelligence - The ability to interact effectively with others
  7. Intrapersonal intelligence - Sensitivity to one’s own feelings, goals, capabilities and values
  8. Naturalistic intelligence - The ability to understand nature

I mention:

That’s been an idea worth playing with. Have a fab week.

Rob..

]]> Hi,

I hope you are doing well. Welcome to another Here’s An Idea Worth Playing With (HAIWPW). The weekly audio show about ideas that I think are worth playing with.

I recorded this at lunch today, after recording a video about park benches (yes, you read that right). I was at Avington Park, a wonderful estate just outside of Winchester. It was cold. There were some menacing looking bulls. The swans were circling. Some bird watchers were hanging around.


And I was musing about the 8 different types of intelligence and playing with the idea that our workplaces may benefit from appreciating, amplifying and accelerating the diversity of intelligence. This list is from this source. 

The 8:

  1. Spatial intelligence - Abstract and dimensional thinking
  2. Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence - Understanding our body
  3. Musical intelligence - Sensitivity to rhythm, etc
  4. Linguistic/Language intelligence - flow, correct words, melody, tone
  5. Logical-mathematical intelligence - The ability to analyze problems logically (the classical idea of intelligence)
  6. Interpersonal intelligence - The ability to interact effectively with others
  7. Intrapersonal intelligence - Sensitivity to one’s own feelings, goals, capabilities and values
  8. Naturalistic intelligence - The ability to understand nature

I mention:

That’s been an idea worth playing with. Have a fab week.

Rob..

]]> Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 558 Hi,

I hope you are doing well. Welcome to another Here’s An Idea Worth Playing With (HAIWPW). The weekly audio show about ideas that I think are worth playing with.

I recorded this at lunch today, after recording a video about park benches (yes, you read that right). I was at Avington Park, a wonderful estate just outside of Winchester. It was cold. There were some menacing looking bulls. The swans were circling. Some bird watchers were hanging around.


And I was musing about the 8 different types of intelligence and playing with the idea that our workplaces may benefit from appreciating, amplifying and accelerating the diversity of intelligence. This list is from this source. 

The 8:

  1. Spatial intelligence - Abstract and dimensional thinking
  2. Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence - Understanding our body
  3. Musical intelligence - Sensitivity to rhythm, etc
  4. Linguistic/Language intelligence - flow, correct words, melody, tone
  5. Logical-mathematical intelligence - The ability to analyze problems logically (the classical idea of intelligence)
  6. Interpersonal intelligence - The ability to interact effectively with others
  7. Intrapersonal intelligence - Sensitivity to one’s own feelings, goals, capabilities and values
  8. Naturalistic intelligence - The ability to understand nature

I mention:

That’s been an idea worth playing with. Have a fab week.

Rob..

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Timeblocking and Energy & Attention - calendar management 10 10 Timeblocking and Energy & Attention - calendar management full 281b397d-74f0-4d1a-954c-81219977bd9e https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4807fe7 In this episode I talk about using your calendar wisely by time blocking but offer some caution - simply filling your calendar with "stuff" often doesn't take account of your energy and attention. Some activities give energy, some deplete and all are vying for your attention. 


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]]> In this episode I talk about using your calendar wisely by time blocking but offer some caution - simply filling your calendar with "stuff" often doesn't take account of your energy and attention. Some activities give energy, some deplete and all are vying for your attention. 


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]]> Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:06:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 513 In this episode I talk about using your calendar wisely by time blocking but offer some caution - simply filling your calendar with "stuff" often doesn't take account of your energy and attention. Some activities give energy, some deplete and all are vying for your attention. 


SUPPORTING INFORMATION:


]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Dealing with emails 9 9 Dealing with emails full 12a82d43-317b-488b-8843-59f42fb3e1b0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/040e2b56 In this episode I share ideas on dealing with email, why it won't go away and how we can still get our job done without being distracted by email. 


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]]> In this episode I share ideas on dealing with email, why it won't go away and how we can still get our job done without being distracted by email. 


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]]> Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:03:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 472 In this episode I share ideas on dealing with email, why it won't go away and how we can still get our job done without being distracted by email. 


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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Why (the right) deadlines are helpful 8 8 Why (the right) deadlines are helpful full 88a710ee-721d-4c2d-96f8-b26f6dd50f22 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d5b95430 In this episode I share why the right deadlines can really drive momentum and help us get things done. Without deadlines work could meander on and we also can't hold ourselves accountable. 

Deadlines are helpful but the wrong type of deadlines (i.e. those made up for no reason) will drive the wrong behaviours. 


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]]> In this episode I share why the right deadlines can really drive momentum and help us get things done. Without deadlines work could meander on and we also can't hold ourselves accountable. 

Deadlines are helpful but the wrong type of deadlines (i.e. those made up for no reason) will drive the wrong behaviours. 


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]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2023 09:02:00 +0100 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 409 In this episode I share why the right deadlines can really drive momentum and help us get things done. Without deadlines work could meander on and we also can't hold ourselves accountable. 

Deadlines are helpful but the wrong type of deadlines (i.e. those made up for no reason) will drive the wrong behaviours. 


SUPPORTING INFORMATION:


]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Prioritise your work by visualising it 7 7 Prioritise your work by visualising it full 505148a7-2c0a-4018-81c4-0bc76f3ab4f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e45b821 In this episode I explain why visualising your work is the first step to prioritising it, controlling it, talking about it and making trade offs about it. After you see it all, and you stop crying at how much you're taking on (or expecting from your team), you can start to make decisions about it. It's much harder to make decisions about work that is not visible, or scattered all over. 

I talk a little about Kanban and how using one single system is a good move. 

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]]> In this episode I explain why visualising your work is the first step to prioritising it, controlling it, talking about it and making trade offs about it. After you see it all, and you stop crying at how much you're taking on (or expecting from your team), you can start to make decisions about it. It's much harder to make decisions about work that is not visible, or scattered all over. 

I talk a little about Kanban and how using one single system is a good move. 

SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 616 In this episode I explain why visualising your work is the first step to prioritising it, controlling it, talking about it and making trade offs about it. After you see it all, and you stop crying at how much you're taking on (or expecting from your team), you can start to make decisions about it. It's much harder to make decisions about work that is not visible, or scattered all over. 

I talk a little about Kanban and how using one single system is a good move. 

SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Be more effective with this powerful question - what problem are we trying to solve? 6 6 Be more effective with this powerful question - what problem are we trying to solve? full 5f61e1dc-b073-4d15-8548-4bcff48a03f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ba93363 In this episode I share a powerful question to ask in work and life that helps us decide whether we're doing the right work. 

Be more effective in your everyday work by asking these brilliantly powerful questions, starting with the most powerful one:

"What problem are we trying to solve?" (Discovery)

A logical next couple of questions would be:

  1. "How do we know it's a problem? (Measures)
  2. "Is it a problem worth solving?" (Priorities)


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]]> In this episode I share a powerful question to ask in work and life that helps us decide whether we're doing the right work. 

Be more effective in your everyday work by asking these brilliantly powerful questions, starting with the most powerful one:

"What problem are we trying to solve?" (Discovery)

A logical next couple of questions would be:

  1. "How do we know it's a problem? (Measures)
  2. "Is it a problem worth solving?" (Priorities)


SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:56:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 482 In this episode I share a powerful question to ask in work and life that helps us decide whether we're doing the right work. 

Be more effective in your everyday work by asking these brilliantly powerful questions, starting with the most powerful one:

"What problem are we trying to solve?" (Discovery)

A logical next couple of questions would be:

  1. "How do we know it's a problem? (Measures)
  2. "Is it a problem worth solving?" (Priorities)


SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The Pillars of Life 5 5 The Pillars of Life full ed6ff7c8-774e-422f-95d2-d335e96fa69c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9512e080 In this episode I share the 6 pillars of life, plus why there is an ongoing tension between them that needs managing and how we must be aware of this before it's too late.

There are 6 pillars of life, as I define them:

  • Health
  • Family
  • Productivity and Effectiveness
  • Money and Finance
  • Societal Impact
  • Education

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]]> In this episode I share the 6 pillars of life, plus why there is an ongoing tension between them that needs managing and how we must be aware of this before it's too late.

There are 6 pillars of life, as I define them:

  • Health
  • Family
  • Productivity and Effectiveness
  • Money and Finance
  • Societal Impact
  • Education

SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> Mon, 06 Mar 2023 08:52:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 983 In this episode I share the 6 pillars of life, plus why there is an ongoing tension between them that needs managing and how we must be aware of this before it's too late.

There are 6 pillars of life, as I define them:

  • Health
  • Family
  • Productivity and Effectiveness
  • Money and Finance
  • Societal Impact
  • Education

SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert How to thrive in your career 4 4 How to thrive in your career full 60481f3c-ec2d-4207-82ae-f96bb62efaeb https://share.transistor.fm/s/390ac43b In this episode I share 10 valuable lessons I've learned whilst trying to thrive in my career. And this doesn't just mean thrive at work - it means managing the tension between work and life.

This is a keynote talk that I usually run at conferences. I recorded this especially for this podcast.

Here are the 10 ideas covered:

  1. Decide to thrive
  2. Relationships are critical
  3. Have fun
  4. Trade your values carefully
  5. Ship value
  6. Embrace our differences
  7. Learn
  8. Be effective and liked
  9. Step outside of your job role
  10. Family first


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]]> In this episode I share 10 valuable lessons I've learned whilst trying to thrive in my career. And this doesn't just mean thrive at work - it means managing the tension between work and life.

This is a keynote talk that I usually run at conferences. I recorded this especially for this podcast.

Here are the 10 ideas covered:

  1. Decide to thrive
  2. Relationships are critical
  3. Have fun
  4. Trade your values carefully
  5. Ship value
  6. Embrace our differences
  7. Learn
  8. Be effective and liked
  9. Step outside of your job role
  10. Family first


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]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1922 In this episode I share 10 valuable lessons I've learned whilst trying to thrive in my career. And this doesn't just mean thrive at work - it means managing the tension between work and life.

This is a keynote talk that I usually run at conferences. I recorded this especially for this podcast.

Here are the 10 ideas covered:

  1. Decide to thrive
  2. Relationships are critical
  3. Have fun
  4. Trade your values carefully
  5. Ship value
  6. Embrace our differences
  7. Learn
  8. Be effective and liked
  9. Step outside of your job role
  10. Family first


SUPPORTING INFORMATION:

]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert An introduction to the basics of effective communication 3 3 An introduction to the basics of effective communication full 97d2b232-2478-48b6-a0a0-d5a427bdca80 https://share.transistor.fm/s/be4e799f Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share a primer and introduction into the basics of effective communication. 

I talk about Purpose, Audience and Context and share why having too many of each is a recipe for communication disaster. 


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]]> Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share a primer and introduction into the basics of effective communication. 

I talk about Purpose, Audience and Context and share why having too many of each is a recipe for communication disaster. 


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]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2023 10:17:39 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 536 Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share a primer and introduction into the basics of effective communication. 

I talk about Purpose, Audience and Context and share why having too many of each is a recipe for communication disaster. 


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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert The 10 Behaviours of Effective Employees 2 2 The 10 Behaviours of Effective Employees full f449e632-21ae-41db-ace8-404819d8d0f5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8aa6b6c0 Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share the 10 behaviours that I've seen effective employees demonstrate at work. I break each one down and share why this behaviour is so important.

Here are the 10 behaviours I have identified talented people exhibit.

  1. They are visibly passionate
  2. They are open minded
  3. They are not constrained by their job title
  4. They become company smart
  5. They focus on the customer
  6. They relentlessly improve the process and system they work in
  7. They do what they say they will
  8. They are good communicators
  9. They add skills and skills and skills
  10. They are brave

You can also grab a free eBook which jumps in to a lot more detail about each of these behaviours at parentbrain.com/ten


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]]> Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share the 10 behaviours that I've seen effective employees demonstrate at work. I break each one down and share why this behaviour is so important.

Here are the 10 behaviours I have identified talented people exhibit.

  1. They are visibly passionate
  2. They are open minded
  3. They are not constrained by their job title
  4. They become company smart
  5. They focus on the customer
  6. They relentlessly improve the process and system they work in
  7. They do what they say they will
  8. They are good communicators
  9. They add skills and skills and skills
  10. They are brave

You can also grab a free eBook which jumps in to a lot more detail about each of these behaviours at parentbrain.com/ten


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]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:54:48 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 1938 Welcome to the Cultivated Podcast recorded on a personal retreat - In this episode I share the 10 behaviours that I've seen effective employees demonstrate at work. I break each one down and share why this behaviour is so important.

Here are the 10 behaviours I have identified talented people exhibit.

  1. They are visibly passionate
  2. They are open minded
  3. They are not constrained by their job title
  4. They become company smart
  5. They focus on the customer
  6. They relentlessly improve the process and system they work in
  7. They do what they say they will
  8. They are good communicators
  9. They add skills and skills and skills
  10. They are brave

You can also grab a free eBook which jumps in to a lot more detail about each of these behaviours at parentbrain.com/ten


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]]> ideas, idea to value, creative thinking, organisational clarity, systems thinking, leadership thinking, communication skills, creativity at work, better work, business thinking, strategic thinking, innovation, organisational design, learning organisations, problem solving, personal growth, reflective thinking, knowledge work, leadership development, work philosophy No Rob Lambert Become smarter with a Personal Knowledge Management System 1 1 Become smarter with a Personal Knowledge Management System full 1c000e71-7b37-45dc-8acf-e48dea976f0f https://share.transistor.fm/s/8bd2aea4 Welcome to another episode from my personal retreat - and in this episode I share how I use my Personal Knowledge Management System. The key to becoming smarter at work and life is learning how to learn.

One way to aid this is in the development of a solid and robust learning management process. In this episode I explain the 4 steps to my own model and how this forms the basics of my Personal Knowledge Management System:

  1. Capture
  2. Curate
  3. Crunch
  4. Contribute

I explain how I use tools to support this, the two different types of learning styles I use and how to develop yourself through what you learn.

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]]> Welcome to another episode from my personal retreat - and in this episode I share how I use my Personal Knowledge Management System. The key to becoming smarter at work and life is learning how to learn.

One way to aid this is in the development of a solid and robust learning management process. In this episode I explain the 4 steps to my own model and how this forms the basics of my Personal Knowledge Management System:

  1. Capture
  2. Curate
  3. Crunch
  4. Contribute

I explain how I use tools to support this, the two different types of learning styles I use and how to develop yourself through what you learn.

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]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:49:10 +0000 Rob Lambert Rob Lambert 989 Welcome to another episode from my personal retreat - and in this episode I share how I use my Personal Knowledge Management System. The key to becoming smarter at work and life is learning how to learn.

One way to aid this is in the development of a solid and robust learning management process. In this episode I explain the 4 steps to my own model and how this forms the basics of my Personal Knowledge Management System:

  1. Capture
  2. Curate
  3. Crunch
  4. Contribute

I explain how I use tools to support this, the two different types of learning styles I use and how to develop yourself through what you learn.

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