A Job Done Well - Making Work Better
Welcome to "A Job Done Well", the podcast that makes work better.
Each week, Jimmy and James will bring you an entertaining and informative show that will transform how you work. Their backgrounds – everything from running a multi-million-pound business to packing frozen peas – have given them a rich assortment of flops (and the occasional success) to learn from.
Whether you are the leader of your own business, manage an operations team, or just want to do your job better and enjoy it more, this podcast is essential listening. It provides insights, advice, analysis and humour to improve your performance and enjoyment at work.
The podcast is guaranteed to make your commute to work fly and may also help if you suffer from insomnia.
Contact us and let us know what you think.
Episodes
79 episodes
Season Two Finale
This week marks the end of the second season, so James Lawther and Jimmy Barber have an extravaganza for you - well, it should at least be mildly entertaining! They share some of the highs and lows from the series, things that they've learned a...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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22:50
The Power of Innovation
In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber delve into the topic of innovation, dispelling common misconceptions and emphasising its true value in enhancing performance and enjoyment at work. They share personal experiences and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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29:29
Understanding Grief at Work: A Conversation with Lou Hynes
Nearly a quarter of us are impacted by grief every year - so why aren't we talking about it more at work?In this episode, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Baber explore the crucial topic of grief in the workplace with special guest Lou Hyne...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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39:47
Will Artificial Intelligence Take All of Our Jobs?
In this episode, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss the impact of AI on contact centres and back-office jobs. This follows a question from Rob, a member of the audience, who asked about the potential for AI to reduce conta...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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38:47
Mastering the Art of Networking: Tips and Strategies
In this episode, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss the importance of networking with special guest Andy Warren - the best-connected person we know! They talk about the nuances of networking, what makes it effective, and how to overco...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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28:48
Peak Performance and the State of Flow
In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss “Flow”, a mental state where we achieve peak performance whilst our actions feel effortless. They discuss how Hungarian-American psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi discovered this phenom...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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25:51
Unintended Consequences, and How to Avoid Them
In this episode, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber study unintended consequences and how they affect you personally and in business. Their discussion ranges from Donald Trump’s tariffs to the introduction of Cane Toads in Austral...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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33:08
Debunking Workplace Myths: Boost Your Performance at Work
In this episode, host James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss some common 'corporate myths' that hinder performance at work. They explain that while targets will drive performance, it necessarily result in the performance you want, t...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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34:38
Navigating a Midlife Career Crossroads, With Jess Spiers
This week, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber delve into the topic of midlife career changes with expert coach Jess Spiers. They explore how to think about and approach a career crossroads - a point we all face at some point in ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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35:20
The Insider's Guide to Getting Stuff Done, With Vick Grimes
This week, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber welcome special guest Vick Grimes, a project management expert, to help them refine their delivery skills. Skills which are critical for everyone at work.They explore the need to create cla...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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31:00
Understand What You Value and Be Happy and Successful at Work
In this episode, hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber are joined by Rachael Edmondson-Clarke to dive into the importance of understanding and aligning personal and organisational values to boost performance and enjoyment at work.Rachael ...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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35:07
Why Belonging Matters: The Key to Loving Your Work
Did you know the sense of 'belonging' at work improves performance by 56%, reduces attrition risk by 50% and decreases absence by 75%...Want to find out more? Check out this week's episode where hosts James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discu...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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26:49
Unlocking Leadership Development with Frank Devine
In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber are joined by leadership development guru Frank Devine. Frank shares insights about which methods of leadership development work and which don't. After a long and varied career within ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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37:55
Show Me the Money - How to Earn More and Still Enjoy Your Job
In this episode, we dive into how to make more money at work while still enjoying what you do. We chat about everything from the difference education makes to earnings, choosing the right industry and company, to the importance of ongoing devel...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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29:30
Mastering Collaboration: Insights and Strategies for Success
In this episode, we are joined by Amanda Gilbert, and we dive deep into collaboration in the workplace. We discuss the importance of collaboration, how to achieve it, and the common corporate pitfalls that can prevent it. We share practic...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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36:45
Understanding Leadership Power Dynamics
This week, we delve into the intricacies of leadership power and its impact on workplace dynamics. We explore power’s misuse and ethical implications, highlighted by current events and personal experiences. We also share our 'research' an...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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27:14
The Fear Factor: Understanding and Conquering Fear in the Workplace
In this episode, we are joined by returning guests Amanda Gilbert and Dawn Wray to discuss the pervasive impact of fear in the workplace. We explore various sources of fear, including individual anxieties, interpersonal dynamics, and systemic i...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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49:11
DOGE - Is This Really the Answer to Cost Challenges?
'The wise learn not only from their own mistakes but also from the missteps of others.'In this episode, we discuss the challenges faced by the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) as it attempts to cut federal spending and...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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26:38
Customer Experience or Customer Service With Adrian Swinscoe.
In this episode, we welcome guest Adrian Swinscoe, an author, researcher, and advisor on customer service and experience. Adrian challenges the underlying management beliefs that you should try to manage revenue, cost, and profitabi...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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34:56
The World's Most Valuable Metrics – With Bernie Smith
Bernie Smith, KPI guru, is back to help us find 'gold bars' - those vital measures that drive business success. Bernie shares a simple three-step method for unlocking those gold bars, using examples as diverse as predicting an inter...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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26:34
KPI's - Your Optional Unfair Advantage With Bernie Smith
This week, we are joined by KPI Guru Bernie Smith - world-renowned expert and author of 21 books...Bernie has made a career out of successfully helping people from across the globe to identify how they use KPIs to unlock performance. <...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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23:55
Wellbeing at Work With James Carrier Part 2
This week, we hear more from Leadership and Wellbeing Guru James Carrier.Following last week's episode, we discuss who's responsible for wellbeing, and if this is such an obvious thing to invest in, what gets in the way? Why do many orga...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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29:39
Wellbeing at Work With James Carrier
Wellbeing – is it another corporate buzzword, a moral responsibility or an investment in future performance? This week, we are lucky to have James Carrier joining us to discuss wellbeing at work. How do we define it...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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28:43
How to Flourish in a New Job – Start as You Mean to Go On
Throughout our work lives, we change jobs - sometimes, we get a promotion, move to a new organisation, or move within a company. It happens all the time.Often, the initial transition can be bumpy and influence your entire tenure in a rol...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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33:54
The Power of Questions With Graeme Rainbird
This week's special guest is Graeme Rainbird, a Leadership expert and self-confessed question addict.Questioning is something we do daily, but with little thought, Graeme talks about the power of questions for shaping outcomes and relat...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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37:21
