Episodes

  • Mindset Reboot - Ancient Wisdom, Modern Moves
    Oct 20 2024

    This podcast episode explores the relevance of ancient wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita to modern leadership principles. It examines key concepts like Dharma (duty), Karma Yoga (selfless action), equanimity, Satya (truth), and detachment, drawing connections between these ancient teachings and the philosophies of contemporary leadership experts such as John C. Maxwell, Stephen Covey, and Simon Sinek. The episode argues that applying these principles can help leaders build purpose-driven organizations, foster ethical decision-making, and navigate the complexities of today’s business world. The podcast particularly focuses on the applicability of these concepts to Gen Z professionals, emphasizing the value of continuous learning, ethical leadership, and emotional resilience in the modern workplace.

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    10 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, Persuasive Writing Adventures
    Oct 19 2024

    This episode outlines a lesson plan designed to teach children how to write persuasive letters and essays. It breaks down the structure of persuasive writing into three sections: introduction, body, and conclusion. The lesson encourages children to tailor their language to their audience and offers creative prompts, such as convincing a mythical creature to share its secret, to inspire persuasive writing. The episode also suggests illustrating the writing to enhance the persuasive impact.

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    4 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, Speaking with Confidence
    Oct 19 2024

    This episode focuses on helping children build confidence in public speaking. It outlines practical tips for achieving this, including techniques for confident body language, clear voice control, and overcoming common fears. The text also suggests fun exercises and games that help children develop their speaking skills in a playful manner, such as practicing speeches in front of a mirror or playing games that encourage creativity and persuasive speaking.

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    4 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, The Power of Emotion and Storytelling
    Oct 19 2024

    This podcast episode explores how children can learn to persuade others by incorporating storytelling and emotional intelligence into their communication. The episode outlines strategies for crafting engaging narratives that subtly convey a persuasive message, using examples of a hero who benefits from sharing and a friend who is nervous about trying a new activity. It also emphasises the importance of empathy, encouraging children to understand and acknowledge the feelings of others when trying to persuade them.

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    4 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, Understanding Your Audience
    Oct 19 2024

    This episode provides advice on tailoring messages for different audiences, particularly for children. It suggests that children should consider their audience's interests and values when persuading them, and should use appropriate language and tone. The episode also suggests engaging in role-playing exercises where children can practise persuading different individuals, which helps them to develop their communication skills and learn how to adapt their approach based on the specific needs of their audience.

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    3 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, Building Strong Arguments
    Oct 19 2024

    This text explores the importance of presenting clear and persuasive arguments for children. It highlights the need to go beyond simply stating an opinion, emphasising the use of facts, reasons, and examples to strengthen arguments. The text introduces a simple framework, known as the OREO method, to help children organise their thoughts and present their arguments in a logical and compelling manner. Examples are given to illustrate the application of these techniques in everyday situations, such as persuading for a later bedtime or advocating for a family picnic. The text encourages parents to engage with their children, helping them practice constructing arguments on topics they are passionate about.

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    6 mins
  • The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince, The Magic of Persuasion
    Oct 19 2024

    This episode from the podcast "The Little Persuaders: Empowering Kids to Convince" aims to teach children about the power of persuasion by highlighting how they already use it in everyday life. The episode uses relatable examples and interactive activities, including a "Persuasion Detective" game, to help kids recognize and practice persuasive language. By encouraging children to reflect on their own experiences with persuasion, the episode seeks to make them aware of this powerful tool and how they can use it effectively to express themselves.

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    4 mins
  • The beautiful game meets corporate world: Rewards and Celebrations
    Oct 17 2024

    This episode explores the parallels between celebrating achievements in the world of professional football and the corporate world. The speakers argue that just as a football team thrives on acknowledging wins and individual contributions, businesses can foster a culture of appreciation to motivate employees, enhance teamwork, and ultimately achieve sustainable success. The speakers highlight the importance of both individual and team recognition, the role of leadership in creating a celebratory environment, and the need to balance short-term rewards with long-term goals.

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    11 mins