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The Human Performance Podcast

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Helping your people learn, train and perform. From technology to leadership, to culture, sales and sports, we discuss how organisations can maximise the performance of their teams. With a new guest from the world of leadership, training and technology each week, we talk about the latest trends and how to optimise training and human performance in your organisation through technology. Enjoy the show? Why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter
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Episodes

How to Supercharge Your L&D with Immersive Learning ⚡️ Human Performance Bites

The advent of the #metaverse has brought Immersive Learning and VR #training to the forefront of the L&D space in the past year. But what exactly is immersive learning? How does it work? And what evidence is there to support this #technology 's increasingly widespread use in #business training? Sign Up to Our Newsletter for More Insights: https://www.virti.com/newsletter...

May 26, 20228 min

How the MetaVerse could help your company redefine workplace culture in 2022 🌎 Human Performance Bites

As companies adapt to the rapidly changing face of the workplace, the phenomenon of ‘workplace culture’ is undergoing its own seismic shift. With the advent of the #metaverse bringing Virtual and Augmented reality tech to the office, how can organisations harness the power of XR technology to redefine their culture? Sign Up to Our Newsletter for More Insights: https://www.virti.com/newsletter...

May 19, 20227 min

Fear of Risk = Fear of Growth 🚀 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Paul Schempp

On the podcast this week is Paul Schempp. Paul Schempp is the Director of the Sports Instruction Research Lab at the University of Georgia. Before this, he was a Performance Coach for the Swedish Golf Federation. He's spent the last 25 years bringing this experience and research to the corporate world, focussing on increasing individual performance in businesses around the world. We talk about: The differences between how winners and losers think. Preparing for success. Maximizing experience. If...

May 12, 202245 min

Leadership vs Being a Leader 🗣 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Neil Crofts

On the podcast this week is Neil Crofts: Neil is Co-founder and CEO of Holos - an entirely virtual leadership and culture consultancy working with global clients. Neil was head of strategy for Razorfish during the dot com boom, has written 4 books on authentic leadership and co founded Holos in 2014. He lives in Surrey UK with his family and is a keen cyclist. We talk about: The Post Conventional Context Authentic Leadership Emotional regulation and triggering If you enjoyed this episode, why no...

May 05, 202248 min

Humility and Learning in a Leader's Journey 👑 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Deb Calvert

On the podcast this week is Deb Calvert. Deb has 25 years of experience in leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and management training. She was an HR Director with a Fortune 500 company prior to founding People First Productivity Solutions in 2005. Deb is an ICF-certified executive coach, licensed practitioner in numerous assessment tools, and a Certified Master of The Leadership Challenge®. She is a published author, and her research and methodologies have been published globa...

Apr 28, 202238 min

Being an Inclusive Leader Starts at Home 👫 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Mita Mallick

On the Podcast this week is Mita Mallick: Mita Mallick is a corporate change-maker with a track record of transforming businesses. She gives innovative ideas a voice and serves customers and communities with purpose. She is currently the Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta. She was formerly the Head of Inclusion and Cross Cultural Marketing at Unilever. She has had an extensive career as a marketer in the beauty and consumer product goods space. Mallick is a LinkedIn Top Voice, a contr...

Apr 21, 202232 min

Envisioning Your Future ⚽ The Human Performance Podcast feat. Paul McVeigh

On the podcast this week is Paul McVeigh. Paul McVeigh was a professional footballer for nearly 20 years playing for clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur, Burnley and Norwich Vity, whilst gaining 40 caps internationally for Northern Ireland. He made over 300 appearances and was a key member of 2 championship winning teams and rose to the pinnacle of English football. He is also a published author of the ironically entitled book ‘The Stupid Footballer is Dead’. Paul has recently finished his studies w...

Apr 14, 202240 min

How to Hire The Best, with EQ in Mind 💼 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Ginny Clarke

On the podcast this week is Ginny Clarke. Ginny is currently the Founder and CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC, her own talent and leadership consulting business. She is also an active keynote speaker, and podcast host of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, a forum for leaders, thinkers and future-makers dedicated to creating the conscious workplace of tomorrow. Ginny was most recently Director, Executive Recruiting at Google from August 2016 until November 2020. In this role, she led the Diversity, Non-tech R...

Apr 07, 202239 min

Getting Your People to Go Above and Beyond ✨ The Human Performance Podcast feat. Alan Hosking

On the podcast this week is Alan Hosking. Alan Hosking is the CEO of Osgard and the Publisher of HR Future magazine. He was named in 2018 by US web site Disruptordaily.com as one of the "Top 25 Future of Work Influencers to Follow on Twitter". In 2020, peopleHum in India named Alan as one of the “Top 200 Global Power Thought Leaders to watch in 2021”. Alan has been helping companies and their leaders prepare for the future of work since 2001, long before anyone else was thinking about the future...

Mar 31, 202247 min

The Power of Storytelling 📖 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Scott McArthur

Today on the podcast is Scott McArthur with three stories his backpack mixing and matching them to be relevant to his corporate audience. Professional keynote speaker and storyteller Scott McArthur was forced by the pandemic to tie his hands to refocus as the archeologist of his own life. Switching to broadcasting and music, Scott now continues to focus on the most important number in life 28,000, which is the average number of days someone live. Scott uses only this one measure in his life, as ...

Mar 24, 202245 min

"I Thrive On Feedback" ⛵ The Human Performance Podcast feat. Dee Caffari MBE

On the podcast this week is Dee Caffari. One of the sport’s most accomplished offshore sailors, Dee Caffari boasts a remarkable career that includes six laps of the planet, three of them solo. Dee has challenged diversity and inclusion in the sport of sailing with the projects she has undertaken. Now having seen first hand the decay of our oceans, Dee acts as an advocate for Ocean Health helping industry facilitate change for a better future. We talk about empowering your team to succeed, owning...

Mar 17, 202238 min

"Leadership is easy to understand, but difficult to put into play..." 👑 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Richard Rierson

In today's episode, we speak to Richard Rierson. Richard Rierson has over 30 years of real-world, practical leadership experience as a U.S. Marine Corps Officer, professional aviator, & corporate executive at the Vice President & Director level. He’s maniacally passionate about leadership & believes that it’s central to every aspect of our lives. Central to his philosophy is that all of our leadership challenges should be met with the lifelong dedication & pursuit of becoming com...

Mar 10, 202242 minSeason 4Ep. 12

"Get Clear on What You're Pushing Away From" 🏃‍♀️ The Human Performance Podcast feat. Jeffrey Shaw

On the podcast this week is Jeffrey Shaw. How many people can say they’ve never worked for anyone else? Selling eggs door-to-door at 14 years old began a lifetime of self-employment. As a speaker and small business consultant, Jeffrey Shaw helps self-employed and small business owners gain control of their business in what seems like otherwise uncontrollable circumstances. Drawing on his experience as a renowned portrait photographer, Jeffrey shows business owners how to see business through a d...

Mar 03, 202237 minSeason 4Ep. 12

"Ask them HUMAN Check-In Questions" 😌 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Jason Lauritsen

On the podcast today is Jason Lauritsen. Jason is transforming management as a keynote speaker, trainer and author. He liberates managers from outdated and inhumane practices so that they can cultivate human potential at work and improve people's lives. Jason's advice and teachings are informed by decades of experience as an entrepreneur, corporate executive and employee engagement researcher. His insights have been described as a secret weapon by leaders who strive to create a more engaging and...

Feb 24, 202247 minSeason 4Ep. 11

"Set small goals that are ACHIEVABLE!" 🎯 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Allistair McCaw

On the podcast this week is Allistair McCaw is recognized as one of the world’s leading figures in High Performance, Team Culture and Leadership. For over 25 years, he has worked with numerous World Champion Athletes, multiple Olympians and no less than 14 Grand Slam Tennis Champions. He also consults to various Colleges and Professional Sports Teams around the world. An author of 5 best-selling books and a much sought-after keynote speaker, Allistair resides in South Florida. If you enjoyed thi...

Feb 17, 202244 minSeason 4Ep. 10

Successful Days Start With Productive Mornings ⏰ Human Performance Bites

My mantra is: your #morning routine should be #SIMPLE . If you have to waste your whole morning getting your #coffee at the EXACT right time, then you're gonna feel stressed every morning. That's why, in today’s HPP Bite I run you through how I wake up every day, and give you a few strategies for getting the best out of your morning and making that #routine work for you. See the Full Video at virti.com/alex If you enjoyed this episode, why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter When...

Feb 10, 20228 min

"My Life Is More Valuable Than This" 💪 The Human Performance Podcast feat. John Register

On the podcast this week is John Register. John Register failed to clear a hurdle as he trained for the Olympic Games—a move that led to a tragic accident and altered his life forever. He shifted his focus and embraced a “new normal mindset.” The decorated Persian Gulf War combat U.S. Army veteran world champion became a two-time Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, professional speaker, and global influencer. Register “amputated his fears” and founded the U.S. Olympic Committee Paralympic Military...

Feb 03, 202246 minSeason 4Ep. 9

Journaling is The Secret to Growth 📖 Human Performance Bites

Picking up Journaling is a quick and easy way to structure your days and be more #productive . Whether you're a student in #exam season needing a way to break down your work, or a YouTuber needing to keep track of their production routine, #journaling is a great way to steal back your productivity and tackle the day, week or month head-on! Learn more at virti.com/alex If you enjoyed this episode, why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter When you sign up, you'll receive a copy of o...

Jan 27, 20225 min

How Cognitive Learning Theory Can Revolutionise Your L&D 🧠 Human Performance Bites

Think back to the last time you learned something. Was there a concept or subject that just clicked for you? You understood it clearly, and it made sense. Now, think about a time at #school when you couldn’t understand a concept or subject no matter how hard you tried. Well in today's video I dive into some learning theory to help you to understand how we #process information and how different ways of teaching and learning can impact how quickly and effectively you #learn . Learn more at virti.c...

Jan 20, 20229 min

"Action Management: How do you store, organise and prioritise?" 🗄️ The Human Performance Podcast feat. Maura Thomas

On the podcast this week is Maura Thomas. Maura Nevel Thomas is an award-winning international speaker, trainer, and author on individual and corporate productivity and work-life balance, and the most widely-cited authority on attention management. We talk about managing stress, keeping an efficient workflow and avoiding burnout. If you enjoyed this episode, why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter When you sign up, you'll receive a copy of our weekly 'Level Up' newsletter straigh...

Jan 13, 202242 minSeason 4Ep. 8

"Get these systems in place, and the company starts running itself!" 🚀 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Marie Leslie

My guest on the podcast this week is Marie Leslie. Marie is a business consultant, a messaging strategist who specializes in helping small businesses become more productive, more focused and more successful. She's a lifelong entrepreneur who started her first business at age 13, and on today's podcast, we talk about productivity, simplifying processes and how you can get the best out of your day. If you enjoyed this episode, why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter When you sign u...

Jan 06, 202232 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Scaling Culture in an Age of Remote Working 👥 Human Performance Bites

In this weeks bite, I discuss how Virti scaled their culture while working remotely. Culture is the most important part of keeping your business afloat, and gives every single employee a reason to get up in the morning and give you their all. It's vital that you keep your team happy and engaged in the culture of your company. Check out the full dive on my YouTube channel at: virti.com/alex

Dec 30, 20218 min

"The Human Side is Everything" 🤗 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Frank Wander

My guest on the podcast this week is Frank Wander. Frank is a former Turnaround CIO, author and founder of People Productive, a next generation human capital management company. Frank helps H.R. organizations and their business partners tap vast pools of dormant talent potential so the people side of that businesses can move faster than the rapidly changing business environment itself. By increasing the velocity of work, his clients unlock stronger business results. Frank helps focus themes arou...

Dec 23, 202149 minSeason 4Ep. 6

"Don't Judge a Fish by its Ability to Climb a Tree" 🐟 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Pandit Dasa

My guest on the podcast this week is Pandit Dasa. Pandit is a mindful leadership expert who's spoken on mindful leadership and conducted workshops at Google, JPMorgan Chase, Citi, State Farm, Bank of America, Novartis and multiple other Fortune 500 companies. Pandit also presented the World Government Summit in Dubai, and at these workshops he presents research on mindfulness and explains the importance of leading by example, appreciation, communicating mindfully and managing one's emotions. In ...

Dec 16, 202139 minSeason 4Ep. 5

"This is the Age of Learning" 📚 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Nigel Paine

My guest on the podcast this week is Nigel Paine. Nigel is a change focus leader with a worldwide reputation and a unique grasp of media learning and development in the public, private and academic sectors. He's written three books in the learning technology space and and while at the BBC headed up their learning development operation, developing leaders and a brand new onboarding experience to ramp up all of their staff. He speaks regularly at conferences around the world and teaches in a docto...

Dec 09, 202137 minSeason 4Ep. 4

"If you want people to be more innovative... what are you asking them?" 🤝 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Karin Hurt

In todays episode, we talk to Karin Hurt, CEO of Let's Grow Leaders, and an experienced executive, speaker and writer. Karin was named of one the Top 100 Thought Leaders in Trusted Business Behavior by Trust Across America and Multiplier of the Year by the Wiseman Group. We talk about getting the most out of your new hires, nurturing an innovative company culture and allowing every single employee to have a voice.

Dec 03, 202143 minSeason 4Ep. 3

How Does Our Memory Work? 🧠 Human Performance Bites

Ever wondered how memory experts can instantly remember long digits of numbers but you are still struggling to learn everything you need for an exam? Well in today's Human Performance Bite I'm going to cover how we can hack how we learn and remember things for longer by understanding how our memory works! Check out the deep dive on my YouTube Channel at virti.com/alex

Nov 25, 20217 min

"Keep Finding Ways to Be Wrong" 🏉 The Human Performance Podcast feat. James Parkes

On the Podcast this week is former premiership rugby player and coach James Parkes . Following his time in rugby, James has gone on to found Evexia Health International Limited, an employee wellness and wellbeing app . In terms of human performance, James is extremely well versed in getting the best out of his team and people , and has some great tips on how to constantly be your best and stay motivated ....

Nov 18, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 4Ep. 2

"Your Vision Is Their Vision" 🚀 The Human Performance Podcast feat. Joan Koerber-Walker

On the Podcast this week is the legendary author, speaker and entrepreneur Joan Koerber-Walker. Joan is President and CEO of the Arizona BioIndustry Association and founder of CorePurpose, Inc. and in this weeks podcast discusses how to grow your company, the most important aspects of company culture and how to get the most out of yourself and your people as your business scales.

Nov 11, 202148 minSeason 4Ep. 1

8 Top Tips for Reading More Books 📚 Human Performance Bites

Want to be a better reader? Bill Gates the former CEO of Microsoft and one of the richest men in the world said that he reads about 50 #books a year. Here are eight productivity #tips that I find helpful for #reading more effectively and consistently. For me reading has been a super power. I've been able to learn from mentors who I've never met by reading autobiographies, taught myself how to scale every element of a business and grown as a person by applying what I've learned from books. I rout...

Nov 04, 202110 min
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