Off the Fence with Purpose

• In conversation with Carmel Doyle

  The guest in this episode of Off the Fence with Purpose is Carmel Doyle who was recently conferred with the honour of a Life Fellowship from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII). Carmel has had a varied career since leaving school at 17. Having started her career in research with NCB Stockbrokers, She then worked in corporate PR with Heneghan, Edelman, Keating & Associates and Text 100 before setting up her own communications training business.. Carmel is a graduate of both the Marketing Institute of Ireland and the Chartered Institute of Marketing, a former president of PRII and has won several awards for excellence in fundraising, communications and good governance. She has been Communications Director and CEO of the national charity, The Jack and Jill Foundation and is currently CEO of the Oesophageal Cancer Fund. Carmel talks about her mentors including Dermot Desmond at NCB Stockebrokers and Jonathan Irwin at the Jack and Jill Foundation. The key lessons from her career she says is always have a go, be confident and don’t be afraid to ask for advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• In conversation with Aileen O'Toole,

  In this series, Off the Fence with Purpose, Jim Walsh, founder and executive chair of Walsh, one of Ireland’s most long standing and respected PR agencies, and Ellen Gunning, founder of Mettacomms and the Irish Academy of Public Relations, chat with inspiring guests who share their unique career journeys, reveal the lessons they've learned along the way, and offer invaluable advice on turning passion into success.In this episode their guest is Aileen O’Toole the first woman to edit a business magazine in Ireland and one of the founders of a national newspaper, the Sunday Business Post, now the Business Post.Aileen talks about her first published writing, a letter in the Irish Times when she was 13 years old, her journalistic education and her career which started in a local newspaper, the Kerryman. She then went on to edit Checkout, a grocery trade magazine and Business & Finance before engaging in the the turbulent start to the Sunday Business Post. She also talks about the fantastic career teacher and the mentors she had along the way.Aileen is now a business strategist and chartered director.This podcast is a must-listen for anyone searching for purpose in their work or contemplating a career change. It is also for people who are People Managers and anyone interested in what drives and motivates people in their careers. This conversation will also particularly appeal to anyone with an interest in media. Hosted by Acast it is now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Off the Fence with Purpose with Patrick Atkinson

  Jim Walsh, founder and executive chair of Walsh, one of Ireland’s most long standing and respected PR agencies, and Ellen Gunning, founder of Mettacomms and the Irish Academy of Public Relations, team up to host a new podcast Off the Fence with Purpose. Each episode features inspiring guests who share their unique career journeys, reveal the lessons they've learned along the way, and offer invaluable advice on turning passion into success.In Episode 2, Jim and Ellen chat with Patrick Atkinson, CEO of the Chadwicks Group, a multi-million euro supplier to the building/construction industry and DIY sector. Patrick talks about craft apprenticeships in the Irish building trade and his varied career which has included an internship with Masterfoods, a 12 year career in Wavin and an eight year stint in Paris in a global role with Saint-Gobain.He also talks about the importance of networking and the influence executive search recruiters (Headhunters) had on his career.This podcast is a must-listen for anyone searching for purpose in their work or contemplating a career change. It is also for people who are People Managers and anyone interested in what drives and motivates people in their careers.It is available from 10th March 2025 on Acast, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Introduction Jim Walsh and Ellen Gunning chat about lessons from their varied careers

  Ireland’s Leading PR Experts Get ‘Off the Fence’ with New Career Podcast Jim Walsh & Ellen Gunning host a series on seeking purpose in careers Jim, founder and executive chair of Walsh, one of Ireland’s most long standing and respected PR agencies, and Ellen, founder of Mettacomms and the Irish Academy of Public Relations, team up to host a new podcast Off the Fence with Purpose. They have had a number of different career changes between them. Jim in print production, book publishing, PR consultancy and building a communications business. Ellen as a PR Consultant, Thought Leader, Broadcaster, Media Commentator and author. Each episode features inspiring guests who share their unique career journeys, reveal the lessons they've learned along the way, and offer invaluable advice on turning your passion into success. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone searching for purpose in their work or contemplating a career change. It is also for people who are People Managers and anyone interested in what drives and motivates people in their careers. Walsh and Gunning sit down with some of Ireland’s most accomplished professionals to uncover the drive behind their success. From unexpected career pivots to personal triumphs and challenges, guests from all walks of life share their journeys. There is an old proverb which says that the grass is always greener on the other side and that is the perception for many. It may be true in some instances but it is not always so. The guests in future episodes of this podcast will have stories about their experiences on either side. They will be from many different walks of life and many different aspects to their careers. They will come from food, health, media, sport, charities, technology, public service and many other sectors. You will hear their stories, the ups and downs, the impact on them and their families, their lifestyle changes and maybe take away some ideas that will help you in your chosen career path. In Episode One Jim and Ellen chat about their own careers and the changes they have made. Later in the series while chatting to their guests they will also touch on new books that have some insight into working practices and discuss new jobs that have attracted their attention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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