The Vibrant Workplace Podcast
by Craig Thompson
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160 Years of the Employers Federation | Michelle McGinley & Karen…
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About this podcast
Hosted by Craig Thompson, this is the show where we explore how to build a better working world with leading employers & industry thought leaders.
- Jobseekers wanting to work for elite companies should tune in for *evidenced* insights into life in the world’s best (following their completion of our Vibrant Workplace Accelerator)
- Employers wanting their organisation to become a vibrant place to work (which attracts, engages & retains the most talented people) can learn how
This is the *exclusive* podcast for Vibrant Workplaces.
For more info visit: vibranttalent.co.uk
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 39 episodes
- 160 Years of the Employers Federation | Michelle McGinley & Karen Moore | Ep.38: Vibrant Workplace Podcast · 1 h 16 min · Episode 38What does an employers' organisation founded 160 years ago look like in 2026? In this episode Craig is joined by Michelle McGinley, Managing Director of the Employers Federation…
- The Inner Path of Leadership | Featuring David Maxwell | Ep.37: Vibrant Workplace Podcast · 1 h 7 min · Episode 37What if the biggest barrier to your organisation's growthis the mindset of its leaders? In this episode, Craig is joined by 2022 IoD Director of the Year for Leadership &…
- Good Jobs, Better Business? | Featuring Mark McAllister | Ep.36: Vibrant Workplace Podcast · 1 h 8 min · Episode 36🎙 Good Jobs, Better Business? With Mark McAllister, Chief Executive of the Labour Relations Agency The upcoming Good Jobs Employment Rights Bill is set to introduce significant…
- Does It Pay to Pay Fairly? With Mary McManus · 55 min · Episode 35In this episode, Craig is joined by Mary McManus from Living Wage NI to explore the Real Living Wage through a commercial lens, not just a moral one. They discuss why fair pay…
- The Factory of Opportunities - with Barry Taylor · 1 h 1 min · Episode 34In this episode, Craig is joined by Barry Taylor, Managing Director of MEGA, to explore why manufacturing in Northern Ireland is far more than the old “dirty factory” stereotype…
- Vibrant Workplace Spotlight: Kinecx Energy! · 1 h 6 min · Episode 33In this special episode Craig is joined by Niall Martindale (CEO) and Olga Pollock (HR Manager) as we explore life in the Verified Vibrant Workplace, Kinecx Energy! Kinecx took…
- Legacies Not Layoffs - Featuring Karen Maguire · 1 h 4 min · Episode 32Craig Thompson chats with Karen Maguire, Chairperson of Employee Ownership Ireland, about the growing movement of Employee Ownership Trusts: • How they work • Why business…
- The Self-Leadership Blueprint - Featuring Seamus Fox · 1 h 11 min · Episode 31In this episode, Craig Thompson engages in a deep conversation with renowned podcast, author, speaker and coach Seamus Fox about the importance of self-leadership, finding one's…
- A Better Working World | Featuring Philip Brady | The Vibrant Workplace Podcast · 1 h 47 min · Episode 30In this episode of The Vibrant Workplace Podcast, Craig satdown with executive coach and speaker Philip Brady - and we went deep. We shared stories we don’t normally talk about…
- Vibrant Workplace Spotlight: Nuvolar Works! · 1 h 10 min · Episode 29In this special episode Craig is joined by Marc Vivas (CEO) and Markéta Bártová (HR Manager) as we explore life at a very special company – the very first company who ever took…
- 'The Science of Happiness' with Richard Clarke · 53 min · Episode 28Craig is joined by keynote speaker and expert on the topic of ‘The Science of Happiness’, Richard Clarke. Richard teaches happiness in the workplace: how to use the science of…
- Vibrant Workplace Spotlight: Kukoon! · 1 h 5 min · Episode 27This is a very special episode for two reasons - it's our first ever video episode and we're featuring another outstanding employer - the Verified Vibrant Workplace: Kukoon!…
- Vibrant Workplace Spotlight: TruCorp! · 55 min · Episode 26This is a VERY special episode as it’s the FIRST TIME we’re able to bring the spotlight on a Verified Vibrant Workplace – today we feature the INCREDIBLE employer: TruCorp!!…
- 'Time' to Lead - with Paul Holbrook · 59 min · Episode 25Craig is joined by Chief Rebel and Founder of ‘Diary Detox’, Paul Holbrook. Having spent 20-years in the City of London within financial services technology, Paul got fed up…
- 'Labour Relations' with Don Leeson · 1 h 11 min · Episode 24Craig is joined on the show by departing Chief Exec of the Labour Relations Agency, Don Leeson, to talk about: • The career that led him to the LRA • How the work of the agency…
- 'Ethical AI' with Jemma Simpson · 56 min · Episode 23Craig is joined by founder of DiverseTalent.ai Jemma Simpson to talk about: • Diversity in recruitment and creating inclusive workplaces • Using AI and new generation sourcing…
- The 'Dark Arts' of Psychometrics - with William McKee · 1 h 6 min · Episode 22Craig is joined by business psychologist William McKee who in his own words is “Not so keen on all of the pseudoscience and daft ideas permeating the worlds of L&D, OD, HR and…
- 'Timely Careers' with Laura Dowie · 56 min · Episode 21Craig is joined by Director of ‘Timely Careers’, Laura Dowie, for an enlightening conversation about the imperative need for flexible working arrangements, especially for women…
- 'No More Sh*t Managers' with Jo Wright · 1 h 6 min · Episode 20Craig is joined on the show by Jo Wright, bestselling author of the book “NO MORE SH*T MANAGERS: Seven Steps to a Coaching Culture” and co-founder of Coaching Culture Ltd. Jo is…
- 'Menopause Unmuted' with Karina Todd · 1 h 10 min · Episode 19Craig is joined on the show by menopause specialist, advocate and certified women’s wellbeing coach Karina Todd who has recently taken up the position of Director of Client…
