In this episode the guest is Don Harris whose career took a dramatic twist following an emergency medical operation. Before leaving school a career guidance teacher told him that as he was very good at talking he would be good at sales. This was a skill that brought him to Switzer Department Store in Dublin where he learned sales from behind the counter. A move into PR with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution followed and then setting up Airtime an advertising sales company for independent radio stations while at the same time working in the advertising department at a business magazine. Then came the medical emergency that almost took his life and hastened his career path from a talker to a listener. Recovering from an 8 hour operation he focused on his company Talkback and his experience as a Life Coach. Don chats with Jim and Ellen about the lessons learned in an amazingly variety roles including Executive coach, Mediator, Tour Guide, Podcaster and Broadcaster. One of his key messages for business leaders is that “People need space to be listened to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In conversation with Gavan O'Brien, managing director, gradireland
In this episode of Jim and Ellen chat with Gavan O'Brien who following a difficult start to his business career went on to make a success of various roles in the motor and media sectors and now manages a a leading careers platform for students and graduates in Ireland. His story demonstrates the importance of reliance and finding ways tocircumvent obstacles along the way. Among the topics touched on are relationship development, unusual customer service and battling for a role for which you have a great interest but no experience or family background to build on. Putting a young family before a successful career in media that had him travelling 5 hours each day is another challenge Gavan faced. He resigned that position just as the downturn in the economy hit and he spent 18 months out of work. He used that time to achieve an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Warwick Business School.This is a conversation full of stories about a lived experience and a key message that your early education and business experience does not have to define what you will become or the success that will bring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 5 with Conor Lynch
Conor Lynch an award winning digital business innovator and educator talks to Jim and Ellen about a career which has moved through the various waves of information technology communications, from the internet, through digital and social media and now AI. The conversation also covers building a personal brand plus learning and earning in a world where it has been suggested that up to 50% of workers may be freelancing in 10 years. Conor says that success at work has never been more complex in this era of juggling jobs, side hustles and going solo. He also says that while there is such complexity most advice remains anchored in traditional linear careers. And this overlooks the unstoppable rise of self-employment and blended careers. His new book Multi-Me is the definitive call to action for ambitious workers of today who seek a long-term career plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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.
A podcast for those seeking purpose in their work, whether staying in their current job or considering a career change.Hosted by communications expert Jim Walsh and Mettacomms data prophet Ellen Gunning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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