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Public Sector I HEART You
Join us for a podcast that places the public sector at the heart of every conversation. In each episode, we explore the world of public sector work, bringing you impactful insights and solutions-driven conversations.
Whether you’re navigating the complexities of public service or just interested in how things work behind the scenes, you will find valuable perspectives, advice, innovative ideas, and stories that make a difference!
Episodes
12 episodes
PS I ♥️ You Unplugged: Leading through reform Ian Miller on the Future of Local Government
In this episode of The Public Sector I Heart You Unplugged podcast, Rebecca Davis, Chief Executive of West Midlands Employers, sits down with Ian Miller, Chief Executive of Wyre Forest District Council. With over 25 years in local g...
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24:09
PS I ♥️ You Unplugged: The future of work, AI and the role of people professionals with Peter Cheese
In this episode of the Public Sector I Heart You podcast, Rebecca Davis, Chief Executive of West Midlands Employers, is joined by Peter Cheese, Chief Executive of the CIPD. Together, they explore the evolving world of work, from the rise of AI ...
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17:27
Episode 7: Landing the Right Role – Gen Z Career Advice
In this episode of PS I ❤️ You, Manny Sandhu, Director of Resourcing at West Midlands Employers, sits down with Shoshana Davies — widely known as The Fairy Job Mother — for a powerful conversation about the Gen Z experience of entering the worl...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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14:29
Episode 6- From Learning to Leading - Gen Z’s Impact on Public Service
In this thought-provoking episode of PS I ❤️ You, Michelle O’Neill, Matthew Hotten and Nick Rice (Warwickshire County Council ) dive into how ‘squiggly’ careers and talent mobility can help shape a more agile, inclusive and future-ready public ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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23:48
Episode 5: Bridging the Gap: Gen Z, Work, and the Future of Public Sector Careers
In this episode of Public Sector I Heart You, we explore how employers can attract and retain Gen Z in the workplace with insights from Shoshana at Fairy Job Mother. We discuss what Gen Z values at work, why they are often ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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26:39
Episode 4: Harnessing Engagement & Culture: What Every Leader Needs to Know
Join Rebecca Davis, CEO of West Midlands Employers, and organisational culture expert Stephanie Wheeler as they unpack what truly drives employee engagement and how leaders can shape a thriving workplace.
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23:35
Episode 3 - Future Proofing Local Government. Bridging the generational divide
How can local government bridge the gap between today’s workforce and a digitally native, sustainability-focused Generation Alpha?In this episode, Michelle O’Neill and Matthew Hotten unpack bold ideas like ditching job descriptions, emb...
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Episode 3
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PS I ♥️ You Unplugged: Public Service, Leadership, and Community Impact with Paul Johnson
Join us for the latest episode of West Midlands Employers' Public Sector I ♥️ You Unplugged podcast, where Rebecca Davis, Chief Executive at West Midlands Employers, chats with Paul Johnson, Chief Executive of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Coun...
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14:09
PS I ♥️ You Unplugged: From Frontline to Leadership: A Journey in Local Government with Stephen Gabriel
Join Rebecca Davis, Chief Executive at West Midlands Employers as she sits down with Stephen Gabriel, Chief Executive of Tamworth Borough Council, to discuss his 30+ years in local government. From his early days on the frontline to leading a c...
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13:26
Episode 2 - End Ghosting; A future employee or customer. With guest Speaker Neil Armstrong, Tribepad
We'll be diving into "End Ghosting: A Future Employee or Customer"—a critical topic for anyone involved in recruitment and customer engagement. Joining us will be Katrina Whitby,...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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18:31
PS I ♥️ You Unplugged: Leadership, Careers, and Communities – A Conversation with Joanna Killian
In this first episode of Public Sector I HEART You ‘Unplugged’, Rebecca Davis sits down with Joanna Killian, Chief Executive of the Local Government Association, to explore her inspiring journey from housing officer to leading the LGA.
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19:44
Episode 1- Future Proofing Local Government Ain't no wall strong enough
Join Michelle O’Neill and Matt Hotten as they focus on the critical steps Local Governments must take to stay ahead. From evolving talent strategies to transforming policies, they explore what it takes to be future ready.&nb...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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