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I caught up this morning with someone who is an incredible supporter of me and my work, and who produces incredible work himself - Tom Haramis of HF Entertainment . Tom was one of the first to put his hand up when I said that I was launching #CULTUREBites 5 years ago and offered to help. He's now an award-winning film maker (Cannes World Film Festival no less!), with the scars to prove it. And that's because he's the most incredible storyteller. He thinks in storyboards. And he reminded me that #CULTUREBites is unique. We mused how we are inundated with, nay, drenched in posts on LinkedIn every single day. By the time I've finished writing, another 50 will have been added to my personal feed, if not more. It's overwhelming. The same goes for events, whether they are meet ups, conferences, masterclasses, webinars or whatever. There are literally hundreds to choose from. So why would anyone take 2 hours of of their day to join us at #CULTUREBites? Let's start with a few questions. When was the last time you got to sit down and have a conversation with a speaker at one of those events? Got to ask them the questions you want answered? To be able to share your perspective too? To maybe challenge what they are saying? And to hear others in the room share their insights and perspectives on that topic too? If you didn't get to do any of those things, then you're hearing what someone else thinks you need to hear. And it's not the whole story - you're missing the absolute gold that is all around you in the room. And that's how #CULTUREBites is different. You get to sit down with the Conversation Leader (note there's no "speakers") and discuss a specific aspect of company culture. Yes, we have a topic, but the conversation can go anywhere. I caution my Conversation Leaders to have an outline plan of 3 - 5 things they'd like to share, but to be aware that we might not get to them all, because the conversation is dynamic. Each insight they drop can open up a whole new line of discussion. Each question posed can lead us in another direction and a fresh insight. And the gold is indeed everywhere in the room, not just with the Conversation Leader. So if you want to have a real conversation - to talk WITH rather than be talked AT - then join us at the virtual #CULTUREBites Table. Your next opportunity is this week, Wednesday, 23 August 23 from 12-2pm on Zoom when Chris Akayan, Chief Culture & Capability Officer at Mirvac will be sharing insights into their 10 year culture transformation journey. And you'll get to ask the questions you want answered. Grab your seat here: https://lnkd.in/fzaBwBS PS If you want to hear what #CULTUREBites regulars have to say, Kirsty Simmonds, Desleigh White, Lisa Cotton, Max Young, Warren Bingham, saima kalis, and Jennifer Tokome can fill you in on their experiences. Come. It's worth it. #culture #companyculture #cultureshift #change #leadership

Exciting Collaboration Alert! 🌟 I'm thrilled to announce an upcoming partnership with a renowned influencer in the world of personal growth and resilience. This collaboration promises to bring fresh perspectives and inspiring insights that resonate with the core themes of 'The Road to Resilience.' Stay tuned for the big reveal and get ready for an enlightening experience! Who do you think it could be? Drop your guesses in the comments! #ResilienceCollab #ExcitingPartnership"

Reach is crucial because it expands the impact and visibility of ideas, products, or messages to a broader audience. Whether it's spreading awareness about a cause, promoting a business, or sharing valuable information, reaching more people increases the potential for engagement, influence, and ultimately, achieving goals. In today's interconnected world, where information travels fast through various channels, reaching a wide audience is essential for making meaningful connections, driving change, and fostering growth. Effective reach enables individuals and organizations to amplify their voice, spark conversations, and make a lasting impact on society.

“We are, as a species, addicted to story. Even when the body goes to sleep, the mind stays up all night, telling itself stories.” - Jonathan Gottschall, The Storytelling Animal Why is story telling important for your business and community? It's no secret that as humans, we're captivated by stories. From the tales spun by our parents at bedtime to the films we watch and the music we listen to, stories have an undeniable power to engage and inspire us. When planning LFX events I always have storytelling at the forefront of my mind, here's why: Engagement: Stories have a unique ability to captivate an audience, in fact some people believe that storytelling is part of our DNA.  People are drawn to words that resonate with their experiences. Whether it's a story of overcoming leadership challenges or insights gained from customer interactions, stories provide valuable solutions and inspiration that LFX members can apply in their own workplaces. Community Building: My goal with LFX has always been to create a community of confident professionals who are eager to help each other. By spotlighting the successes and lessons of our members, we celebrate their achievements and foster a culture of openness and collaboration. Building Connections: Stories create bonds. When someone shares a personal story or life experience, it forges a connection that goes beyond professional networking. These shared narratives build rapport and lay the foundation for even more meaningful collaborations. So Who are my favourite story tellers? I grew up with a soundtrack to my life due to my mum always having music on at home. So most of my favourite storytellers are songwriters including Lennon and McCartney, Bob Marley and many more. Bruce Springsteen is a particular favourite because of his incredible ability to turn stories into songs, for example ‘Last Man Standing’ tells the story of when Springsteen realised he was the last living member of his original band. It is a beautiful song. In our industry David Stalker FCIMSPA stands out as a fantastic storyteller. Not with a guitar in his hand but with his dry humour, excellent command of the english language and unique ability to cleverly link his life-long passion for wildlife with topics such as leadership and management. So if storytelling is important to you please tell me who your favourite story tellers are, I would love to know. #Storytelling #Strategy #Community #Leadership

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐁𝐂 (𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬: Visit the Website: Start by visiting NBC's official website at nbconsortium.com. There, you can explore the organization's mission, initiatives, and the latest updates on their work. Contact via Email: If you have specific inquiries or would like to express your interest in getting involved, you can reach out to NBC via email at info@nbconsortium.co. This is a direct way to initiate a conversation and gather more information about collaboration opportunities. Call for Immediate Assistance: If you prefer speaking directly with someone, you can contact NBC by phone at +44 (0) 755 482 3078. This is particularly useful if you need immediate assistance or have questions that can be addressed more effectively through a conversation. Collaboration and Support: Express your interest in supporting NBC's initiatives or collaborating with the organization. Whether you are an individual, a business, or an organization, there are various ways to get involved. This might include financial support, volunteer opportunities, partnerships, or participating in awareness campaigns. Stay Informed: Follow NBC's social media channels, subscribe to newsletters, and stay updated on their events and activities. This will help you stay informed about upcoming opportunities to engage with their initiatives. Your involvement can make a significant difference in creating a more inclusive and diverse world. Visit Us: nbconsortium.com. Phone : +44 (0) 755 482 3078. #NBCSupport #NeurodiversityInBusiness #InclusiveWorkplaces #NBCInitiatives #NeurodivergentLeadership #DiverseTalent

I'm interested in your thoughts: does sharing insights about ourselves have the potential to hinder prospects, or does it ultimately attract the right opportunities? In a world where personal branding is key, it's easy to wonder if we risk oversharing and choosing where we draw the line. But isn't transparency and self-awareness what truly sets us apart? Plum reveals your Talents by measuring personality, social intelligence and problem-solving ability. #Authenticity #CareerGrowth #LearnYourself

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐁𝐂 (𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬: 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞: Start by visiting NBC's official website at nbconsortium.com. There, you can explore the organization's mission, initiatives, and the latest updates on their work. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥: If you have specific inquiries or would like to express your interest in getting involved, you can reach out to NBC via email at info@nbconsortium.co. This is a direct way to initiate a conversation and gather more information about collaboration opportunities. 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: If you prefer speaking directly with someone, you can contact NBC by phone at +44 (0) 755 482 3078. This is particularly useful if you need immediate assistance or have questions that can be addressed more effectively through a conversation. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Express your interest in supporting NBC's initiatives or collaborating with the organization. Whether you are an individual, a business, or an organization, there are various ways to get involved. This might include financial support, volunteer opportunities, partnerships, or participating in awareness campaigns. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝: Follow NBC's social media channels, subscribe to newsletters, and stay updated on their events and activities. This will help you stay informed about upcoming opportunities to engage with their initiatives. Your involvement can make a significant difference in creating a more inclusive and diverse world. 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐔𝐬: nbconsortium.com. 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 : +44 (0) 755 482 3078. #NBCSupport #neurodiversityinbusiness #inclusiveworkplaces #NBCInitiatives #NeurodivergentLeadership #diversetalent

Revolutionizing Connection: 5Gap Redefines Social Networks! In a digital era saturated with superficial connections, #5Gap emerges as a breath of fresh air! 🌈 Authenticity takes the spotlight as real stories and genuine experiences unite in a space beyond traditional networking. 🌟 Breaking the Mold: Traditional social networks prioritize popularity; 5Gap prioritizes authenticity. There are no curated personas here – just real people sharing real stories. 🤝 From Networking to Genuine Connections: Quality over quantity. Explore meaningful conversations with the unique 5-minute call feature. It's about depth, not just digital hellos. 🔊 Empowering Voices: 5Gap isn't just a platform; it's a stage. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a language enthusiast, or someone with a unique story, find your tribe and amplify your voice. 🌍 Global Conversations, Local Impact: Connect globally, appreciate locally. 5Gap bridges communities, connecting individuals based on shared interests, challenges, and dreams. 🌈 Beyond Social, Embracing Diversity: Celebrate diversity! In a world often divided, 5Gap fosters connections across cultures and languages. Every conversation adds to the tapestry of human experience. 🚀 Looking Ahead: 5Gap is more than a platform; it moves towards meaningful connections. Join the revolution – where conversations are real, connections are authentic, and everyone's story is worth sharing. #SocialRevolution #AuthenticConnections #HumanNetworking #DiversityInTech #5GapExperience #SocialInnovation

Embracing Culture, Cultivating Relationships, and Celebrating Freedom In today's fast-paced world, the essence of culture, the strength of relationships, and the pursuit of freedom are more important than ever. As a creative client relationship manager and an advocate for community engagement, I believe in the power of connecting individuals through shared experiences and values. At the heart of my journey is a deep commitment to nurturing strong, meaningful relationships—whether through corporate sales, brand ambassadorship, or strategic event coordination. I’ve seen firsthand how authentic connections can drive growth, foster loyalty, and create lasting impact. Freedom, to me, is about empowering others to be their true selves and to explore new opportunities. It's about breaking barriers and building inclusive communities where everyone feels valued and heard. This is the ethos behind 'The Dystrct,' a private country club and podcast I am proud to bring to life in due time. It’s a space where young professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives can come together to learn, grow, and thrive. Let's celebrate the rich tapestry of our cultures, strengthen our bonds, and champion the freedom to innovate and excel. Join me on this journey of transformation and empowerment! #Culture #Relationships #Freedom #TheDystrct #Community #Empowerment #Innovation #ProfessionalGrowth #InclusiveCommunity

#SundayReflection Here’s to fostering and nurturing a longstanding partnership with your executives. Not only gives room to develop genuine, meaningful relationships, it also creates a path for connection, trust, collaboration, clear communication that directly impacts on company culture. At my leaving do, this is what had to say about my former boss: “To my boss - Liliane, thank you for being this incredible, motivating individual, an inspiring leader – and a very demanding one too! You take us all on this impressive stimulating journey that is your vision, and I have learnt a great deal from you, professionally and personally. In adversity, you are able to “sail” us steadily and firmly toward a future of promise. I’ve also learnt from your kindness, your sense of fairness, equality and selflessness. But what strikes me the most is your unapologetic grit - admirable! We have a fifteen-year partnership based on mutual trust, respect, professionalism and friendship. Thank you for the journey.” An outstanding leader, a boss, partner and friend. Can wait to see what good trouble you will bring next. What a legacy.👑 https://lnkd.in/eiPfbTAa