Change is constant and never ending, changing procurement processes needs a focused and determined approach. In this episode you will learn why getting the foundations and basics right will set you on the right path.
Apr 03, 2023•7 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this episode David talks you through defining your success and why success is so important. Getting the balance right will lay bare some real challenges that you’ll need to address but if you seek happiness you’ll find a way. So, open the door to your success.
Mar 21, 2023•7 min•Season 6Ep. 2
It doesn’t matter when you start, just draw a line in the sand and start planning your year ahead. You will see the benefits in your personal development, finances and achieving what’s important to you and at the end of the day isn’t that worth doing?
Mar 07, 2023•7 min•Season 6Ep. 1
In this the third of the series with Matt Patel from Malbek, David and Matt talk through how technology is changing procurement and how Malbek is leading the way.
Nov 22, 2022•21 min•Season 5Ep. 12
David welcomes Matt Patel from Malbek and they detail how to align Procurement with other business teams and how this is being achieved with Malbek contract lifecycle management software.
Oct 11, 2022•12 min•Season 5Ep. 9
In this episode David welcomes Matt Patel from Malbek, who are now rated as best in class for their contract lifecycle management software. David and Matt talk through the need for contract management for procurement team and the true value Malbek is bringing.
Sep 27, 2022•15 min•Season 5Ep. 8
David has helped doctors, directors, executives, bricklayers, scientist and may more with interview preparation. In this episode he explains why “Wisdom” is the key to success and how to put it into practice.
Jul 19, 2022•11 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this episode David explores this classic saying and what it means to him and why it is still relevant today as it was in 1944.
Jul 05, 2022•6 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Another fraud event was detailed in the paper, it happens most weeks but there are activities and actions you can take to ensure procurement is correctly managed. Find out how.
Jun 07, 2022•7 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode David discusses why purchase orders are such a critical tool in your organisation and details the many benefits they bring.
May 19, 2022•7 min•Season 5Ep. 4
The statistics on Start Ups surviving are alarming, it is tough, really tough to make a success of a Start Up. But, by “right sizing” good governance and procurement practices you will have established sound business practices which will put you on the right path for success.
Apr 05, 2022•7 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode David details proven business processes that will support you in managing costs so you know when the price is too expensive. So don’t get caught out, be proactive and make smart commercial decisions.
Mar 22, 2022•7 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Welcome back to series 5 and episode 1, in the episode David talks through professional development and ask you where are you going? David explains how his professional development turn his life around while also providing you with the tools and techniques to do the same.
Mar 08, 2022•7 min•Season 5Ep. 1
The clock is ticking don’t wait for tomorrow, in episode 15 David will inspire you to make the changes you need to make to achieve your goal and yes you need to start now.
Sep 28, 2021•7 min•Season 4Ep. 16
In episode 15 David details how your support to the executive team means you both win, now and in the future.
Sep 14, 2021•6 min•Season 4Ep. 15
When something goes wrong you always reach for the contract to know your obligations and rights, in episode 14 David details how to establish and why a contracts register is a must in all organisation.
Aug 31, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In episode 13 David talks with his special guest Jodi Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about their procurement advisory service.
Aug 17, 2021•17 min•Season 4Ep. 13
In episode 12 David provides the key techniques to presenting with confidence, set new habits on the road to excellence.
Aug 03, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In episode 11 David will walk you through the negotiation triangle to give the techniques to set you on the right path to winning at negotiations.
Jul 20, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 11
In episode 10 David talks with his special guest Jody Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about how they have establish a unique procurement template offering.
Jul 06, 2021•15 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In episode 10 David talks with his special guest Jody Rowe from Promitheia Procurement about how they have establish a unique procurement template offering.
Jul 06, 2021•15 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In episode 9 David explains how to develop your business acumen and by doing so putting you on a pathway to more opportunities.
Jun 22, 2021•17 min•Season 4Ep. 9
In episode 8 David talks about the number 12 and how he uses this special number which we all will see at some time during your day to motivate and inspire real tangible benefits.
Jun 08, 2021•16 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In episode 7 David talks with his special guest Shan Haq from Transcepta on how their intelligent procure to pay platform is helping businesses thrive and deliver tangible benefits for its customers.
Apr 13, 2021•20 min•Season 4Ep. 7
We all have set backs on a professional and personal level so spend some time listening on how to manage setbacks and then move forward again.
Mar 30, 2021•6 min•Season 4Ep. 6
If you looking to deliver your IT procurement on time and on budget, listen to my top ten tips on how to achieve it. It’s not rocket science, just practical steps that work.
Mar 16, 2021•9 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Your success is about you, so if your looking to getting the balance right in your life on a personal and professional level I think it’s time you define your own success.
Mar 02, 2021•7 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Don’t back away you must deliver, listen to how I explain the “TI” effect which delivers the responsibility and accountability you are looking for.
Feb 16, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In this episode I discuss how get the best out of your procurement function fast.
Feb 02, 2021•7 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Welcome back to series 4 and in this first episode I explain how to increase your opportunities so you are moving in the right direction. It’s time to get busy.
Jan 19, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 1