Off The Page Podcast

A thought leadership platform for discussions with industry-leading experts, Off The Page Podcast keeps you at the forefront of the latest business insights and best practices for all personal and professional development.

Off The Page presents thoughtful discussions between bestselling experts across industries, bringing you a powerful and indispensable resource. In each episode our incredible authors talk about what inspired them to write their thought-provoking books, delve into valuable business insights and dissect the key concepts behind their work.

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Episode 1

What Makes Teams Tick: The Real Drivers of Engagement and Performance with Nick Smallman and Dan Parry.

Why are so many employees disengaged, and what can leaders do about it?

Drawing on their expertise, Dan and Nick look beyond short-term causes to explore the deeper, long-term factors shaping disengagement across industries. They explore why true engagement isn’t about quick fixes or KPIs; it’s about contentment, respect, wellbeing and a shared sense of purpose, even in times of uncertainty.

Discover the four practical steps leaders can take to foster belonging, psychological safety and social wellbeing, alongside the importance of emotional intelligence, critical thinking and composure under pressure. A thriving organization starts with people who are proud to be part of it.

Episode 2

Speak. Persuade. Win: Communication and Negotiation in the Modern Workplace with Mike Clayton and Alan Barker.

What if every conversation you have is a form of negotiation?

Drawing on their insights and knowledge, Mike and Alan define negotiation, not as a high-stakes skill reserved for boardrooms, but as a fundamental part of everyday communication. From building rapport and finding shared understanding to knowing when to pause and listen, negotiation is about searching for agreement, not winning an argument.

Find out how effective negotiators are great communicators first, how listening and silence can shape outcomes and why asking questions often achieves more than making statements. You’ll also hear how persuasion, patience and reflection can transform the way we collaborate, influence and build trust.

Episode 3

The Future of Travel: Cultivating Loyalty, Authenticity and Sustainability with Stephen Lowy and Caroline Bremner.

How can travel brands stay relevant in an era of shifting loyalties and sustainability demands?

Drawing on their expertise, Steve and Caroline discuss how tourist destinations can build stronger communities, nurture loyalty in an age of brand disloyalty and use social media to create authentic, shareable moments. We also look at how sustainability has moved from a differentiator to a necessity, with younger travellers demanding responsibility and purpose from the businesses they support.

Discover why now is the time to future-proof your brand, embed sustainability at every level and find out how authenticity and transparency are defining the next era of the travel industry.

Episode 4

The Remote Work Reset: Leading with Empathy, Trust and Joy with Jennifer Moss and Gemma Dale.

Is remote work really the threat to productivity and culture that some leaders fear?

Drawing on their knowledge and experience, Jennifer and Gemma challenge the myths surrounding hybrid and remote work, exploring how flexibility can boost inclusion, engagement and long-term success. They explore how digital-first organizations are thriving, why trust is the foundation of effective leadership and how empathy and communication can prevent burnout and build belonging.

Discover the link between work and happiness and how purpose, wellbeing and autonomy intersect in today’s evolving workplace. From rethinking leadership traits to creating environments that value individuality and connection, find out how managers and organizations can adapt to a world of work that is here to stay.

Episode 5

Decoding Data: Curiosity, Confidence and Communication in the Digital Age with Adam Ross Nelson and Nicholas Kelly.

We all know data is everywhere, but how do we really make sense of it?

Drawing on their expertise, Adam and Nicholas unpack what data literacy means in practice. They explore the difference between correlation and causation, how to build the confidence to ask questions, challenge assumptions and how to engage with data on your own terms.

Discover why data isn’t just for analysts. It’s about learning the language, developing curiosity, and collaborating with others to bring meaningful data-driven thinking into every part of your role. Whether you’re early in your career or leading a team, you’ll learn how to own your seat at the table, build your data vocabulary, bring meaningful data-driven thinking into every part of your role and turn information into confident decision-making.

Episode 1

Empowering Neurodiverse Talent: Why Neurodivergence is a Strength, Not a Talent with Professor Amanda Kirby and Thomas Duncan Bell.

What impact does workplace wellbeing have on our daily lives?

Drawing on their expertise in burnout, mental health and leadership, Petra and Ryan discuss how workplace cultures are evolving, how the practices of wellness can be incorporated into your everyday actions and how effective wellbeing can positively impact your workforce and business performance.

Episode 2

AI at Work: Powering Human Potential with Olivia Gambelin and Kamales Lardi.

Artificial Intelligence is not new. But its rapid accessibility has created both excitement and uncertainty.

Drawing on their expertise, Olivia and Kamales discuss how organizations are facing pressures to adopt AI into their processes through the fear of being left behind, explore real-world applications of AI, from workforce augmentation to data-driven decision-making and provide tips on how to create a culture of trust that ensures AI serves as an enabler, not a risk.

Learn how to cut through the noise, ask the right questions and implement AI responsibly, making sure it enhances business operations without unnecessary risk. AI isn’t about replacing people; it’s about enabling them.

Episode 3

Forge Your Own Path: Designing a Life with Purpose with Lee Chambers and Erifili Gounari.

How can we build careers today that are unconventional, inspiring and lead us to have more fulfilment every day?

Drawing on their expertise in workplace wellbeing and entrepreneurship, Lee and Erifili discuss the exciting shift happening today in the world of work, how you can have more autonomy to explore who you are and what you want and recognize that uncertainty or being stuck are giving us the tools to lead us to where we should be.

Find out how to take the time to listen to what makes you feel the most excited, engaged and fulfilled as you are living your life and start looking at your career as a longer, more sustainable journey.

Episode 4

Building Trust from Within: The Power of Internal Communication with Amanda Coleman and Rachel Miller.

How can organizations create a culture of open and effective communication?

Drawing on their expertise in internal communications and crisis management, Amanda and Rachel explore how communication within an organization is about ensuring employees feel informed, valued and heard and they discuss the critical role of internal communication in crisis management, leadership and company culture.

Learn how to equip leaders with the right skills, foster transparency and establish a communication strategy that builds trust and stability, even in challenging times. When employees are informed and engaged, organizations thrive from the inside out.

Episode 5

The Modern Leader: Reimagining the Role of Leadership with Chris Lewis and Inez Robinson-Odom.

Why is traditional leadership struggling and what can we do to become better leaders?

Drawing on their expertise in leadership, humanity and organizational vision, Chris and Inez discuss why modern leaders must be self-aware, lean into human traits in the age of artificial intelligence and explore how to start driving meaningful change

Gain key insights and practical tips on implementing rebellious approaches to leadership, developing into approachable, engaging and effective leaders and discover how to truly make a difference in the world of work.

Episode 6

Sustainability at Scale: Overcoming Barriers and Making Meaningful Change with Paolo Taticchi and Melina Corvaglia-Charrey.

Where can organizations make the biggest impact with sustainability? What are the barriers? How can they start building towards a better future?

Drawing on their expertise in sustainability, Paolo and Melina discuss the three main barriers to developing sustainable organizations, explore how leadership can drive the sustainability agenda and give practical tips on connecting with stakeholders to make the greatest impact.

Discover how to become a sustainability champion, implement appropriate strategies and start making a meaningful difference in your organization to build a better world for future generations.

Episode 7

The Human-Centric Workplace: Why you Should Prioritize your People with Michael Esau and Simon Humphreys.

How can the human element be leveraged to boost individual and business performance?

Drawing on their expertise in employee experience, Simon and Michael explore the human factors of the workplace, what culture means for the future workplace generations and how clarity, trust and innovation can drive a competitive advantage.

Gain key insights and practical tips on how to help improve your organization’s performance in the constantly evolving and changing world of work, embed collaboration, team spirit and a culture of advocacy into your processes and optimize both individual and collective performances for a happy and productive workplace.

Episode 1
The Workplace Wellbeing Revolution: Burnout, Boundaries and the Right to Disconnect with Petra Velzeboer and Ryan Hopkins.

What impact does workplace wellbeing have on our daily lives?

Drawing on their expertise in burnout, mental health and leadership, Petra and Ryan discuss how workplace cultures are evolving, how the practices of wellness can be incorporated into your everyday actions and how effective wellbeing can positively impact your workforce and business performance.

Episode 2
Mastering L&D: Designing, Delivering and Working with People with Stella Collins and Natal Dank.

How is Learning and Development essential to overcoming key business challenges?

Drawing on their expertise in L&D and agility, Stella and Natal discuss the importance of L&D in the world of work, the benefits of business agility in solving problems and how to improve current business practices by working with AI and generative AI.

Episode 3
Bridging the Gap: Championing Inclusivity in Finance with Ellie Duncan and Ian Horne.

How do you make banking more people-centric?

Drawing on their expertise in finance and open banking, Ellie and Ian discuss the ins and outs of DeFi and Fintech, bust the myths about the financial sector and explore how financial services can be more inclusive and tailored to the individual.

Episode 4
Purposeful Promotion: The Rise of Sustainable Marketing with Paul Randle and Alexis Eyre.

How can you reconceptualize marketing with a sustainability lens?

Drawing on their expertise in sustainability in marketing, Paul and Alexis explore the connection between sustainability and marketing, why sustainable marketing matters and why it is often left out of the conversation.

Episode 5
Speaking One Language: Unlocking a Culture of Data Literacy with Jordan Morrow and Shorful Islam.

How can you embrace a holistic data culture?

Drawing on their expertise, Jordan and Shorful discuss how data literacy can help make informed decisions, the implications of artificial intelligence and why a good data culture is so important.

Episode 6
Refreshing the Sustainability Conversation: Small Steps, Lasting Impact with Solitaire Townsend and Mark Shayler.

Sustainability is in everything; it affects every element and every faction of the organization.

Drawing on their expertise in sustainability and environmental performance, Solitaire and Mark discuss how sustainability affects all industries, how to build a culture of sustainability and the relationship between neurodiversity and climate action.

Episode 7
Building Belonging: The Journey to Lasting Inclusion with Mousumi Kanjilal Williams and Allegra Chapman.

In the changing world of work, inclusion is essential to future-proofing your business.

Drawing on their expertise, Mo and Allegra discuss how organizations can prioritize diversity, inclusion and equality, engage their employees to drive lasting change and how allyship can bring different opinions together.