Thriving as a 4-Day Week Business with Myke Parrott | Episode 3

06/13/23 • 37 min

Myke Parrott is the Founder of I-Gem Associates – an ambitious and innovative recruitment company with expertise within the gaming and data science & engineering industries. He has over 15 years of recruitment experience and has always been passionate about developing people and creating great opportunities for them. Over 18 months ago, Myke’s company adopted a 4-day working week with positive results on both team performance and their happiness and emotional health. Join us as we discuss ‘why a 4-day week’ and the importance of confronting the boundaries of normality.

In this episode:

[00:04:21] Implementing a Four-Day Work Week: Lessons Learned

[00:07:41] Team Sceptical About 4-Day Work Week: Perspective Shifts

[00:14:41] Productivity Boost: 4-day Workweek Yields Results

[00:22:10] The Challenge of a Four-Day Work Week

[00:25:12] Maximizing Time: Letting Go of Unnecessary Tasks

[00:30:58] Empowering Team Members with Flexible Work Schedules

[00:35:55] The Importance of Navigating Challenges as Leaders

More about our guest - Myke Parrott is CEO of i-Gem, the holding company for GameLogic and DataLogic. You can connect with him via:

www.linkedin.com/in/myke-parrott-58b5561b/

https://www.instagram.com/mykep85

https://twitter.com/mykep85

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bouncebackability-podcast/

In this episode:

[00:04:21] Implementing a Four-Day Work Week: Lessons Learned

[00:07:41] Team Sceptical About 4-Day Work Week: Perspective Shifts

[00:14:41] Productivity Boost: 4-day Workweek Yields Results

[00:22:10] The Challenge of a Four-Day Work Week

[00:25:12] Maximizing Time: Letting Go of Unnecessary Tasks

[00:30:58] Empowering Team Members with Flexible Work Schedules

[00:35:55] The Importance of Navigating Challenges as Leaders

More about our guest - Myke Parrott is CEO of i-Gem, the holding company for GameLogic and DataLogic. You can connect with him via:

www.linkedin.com/in/myke-parrott-58b5561b/

https://www.instagram.com/mykep85

https://twitter.com/mykep85

Previous Episode

Becoming Britain’s First Female NFL Coach with Phoebe Schecter | Episode 2

Phoebe Schecter is pioneering the world of American Football, having empowered women in sport by becoming the first British female coach in the NFL. Her bounceback moment was taking a complete 180 away from her comfort zone and moving to the UK. Despite her initial lack of interest in American Football, she seized an opportunity to push her limits and face imposter syndrome head-on. Join us as we discuss the nitty-gritty of being a woman in a male-dominated industry and explore Phoebe’s inspiring journey.

In this episode:

[00:03:35] Building Confidence as a Coach: From Youth teams to NFL

[00:08:49] The Struggle of Winning in Elite Sports

[00:11:11] Overcoming Doubt and Building Confidence

[00:20:27] Don't Let Toxic Environments Hinder Your Growth

[00:24:19] Rookie coaching challenges: A Head Coach's Perspective

[00:29:37] Embrace Your Flaws and Believe in Yourself

[00:35:47] The Importance of Independence and Strength

[00:39:08] Mastering Bounce Back Ability: Expert Tips

You can connect with Phoebe here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebe-schecter-195626142/

https://www.instagram.com/phoebe_schecter

https://twitter.com/Phoebe_Schecter

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Embracing Emotional Fitness in the Workplace with Dr Suzanne Brown | Episode 4

In this episode, Simon and Rusty welcome their special guest Suzanne Brown to share her insights and experiences around emotional fitness within the workplace. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of psychological safety, both within oneself and in relationships with others.
Together they discuss the impact of providing emotional fitness classes to employees and the lasting effects they have on individuals, resulting in increased productivity and lower rates of sick leave across organisations. The conversation also delves into topics such as resilience, coping strategies, and the importance of personal growth.
Suzanne explores the concept of institutional transference and challenges conventional practices of employee retention, suggesting a shift towards alignment with values and individual needs of both the employer and employee.

Suzanne is a Clinical Psychologist, Emotional Fitness Consultant, and the brilliant mind behind Emotionally Connected, a specialized psychology consultancy merging clinical psychology with elite performance. Her innovative approach empowers us to actively address our mental health through immersive and captivating methods.
In this episode:

[04:35] Screening Organizations and Individuals: aligning motivation and agenda.

[09:12] Addressing Resistance: the different approaches, including confrontation and alternatives to help individuals make their own choices.

[15:20] The Concept of Resilience: The nuanced concept of resilience and how it often involves facing hardship.

[22:05] Emotional Fitness and the Ripple Effect: the emotional fitness sessions and their profound impact on individuals and relationships.

[30:40] Psychological Safety in Organizations: the importance of psychological safety in organizations, enabling individuals to be themselves, offer ideas, and learn from failure.

You can connect with Suzanne here:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/drsuzebrown

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotionallyconnected/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsuzannebrown/

Website: https://www.emotionallyconnected.co.uk/