https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk Little insights from Sam Westlake's bubble en-gb © Sam Westlake Sam Westlake no episodic Sam Westlake sam@seasaltlearning.com https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/cover.jpg https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk Little insights from Sam Westlake's bubble Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/015-remote-working-from-the-road/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/015-remote-working-from-the-road/ 3:32 15 full false Remote working meets van life. Sam and their partner embark on a six-week prototype road trip while working — and share the top things to consider if you're thinking of doing the same.Remote working meets van life. Sam and their partner embark on a six-week prototype road trip while working — and share the top things to consider if you're thinking of doing the same. Sun, 03 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/014-boundless-energy/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/014-boundless-energy/ 3:23 14 full false As autumn arrives and the days begin to shorten, Sam explores renewed energy — where it comes from, how to channel it, and whether energy really is limitless if you know how to use it.As autumn arrives and the days begin to shorten, Sam explores renewed energy — where it comes from, how to channel it, and whether energy really is limitless if you know how to use it. Sun, 26 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/013-the-landscape-of-trust/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/013-the-landscape-of-trust/ 3:41 13 full false People perceive and experience trust in very different ways. Sam explores the Landscape of Trust research project and what it reveals about how we build — and break — trust in our working relationships.People perceive and experience trust in very different ways. Sam explores the Landscape of Trust research project and what it reveals about how we build — and break — trust in our working relationships. Sun, 19 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/012-conditions-for-healthy-communities/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/012-conditions-for-healthy-communities/ 4:11 12 full false Over tea after Sam's first parkrun, three potential conditions emerge: shared desires, scaffolded spaces with easy access, and spreading the word. What makes a community not just survive but thrive?Over tea after Sam's first parkrun, three potential conditions emerge: shared desires, scaffolded spaces with easy access, and spreading the word. What makes a community not just survive but thrive? Sun, 12 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/011-resonating-teams/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/011-resonating-teams/ 3:18 11 full false There's something magical about being part of a team that really resonates. Sam explores what conditions make that possible — and how you can recognise it when you're in it.There's something magical about being part of a team that really resonates. Sam explores what conditions make that possible — and how you can recognise it when you're in it. Sun, 05 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/010-clear-vision-for-success/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/010-clear-vision-for-success/ 2:55 10 full false Sam confesses to a love of improvisation — but explores why clear vision and shared narrative consistently outperform winging it. What does it look like when everyone genuinely knows where they're headed?Sam confesses to a love of improvisation — but explores why clear vision and shared narrative consistently outperform winging it. What does it look like when everyone genuinely knows where they're headed? Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/009-put-yourself-out-there/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/009-put-yourself-out-there/ 2:30 9 full false Since starting the podcast, Sam has noticed opportunities multiplying. The message: stop waiting for perfect and start showing up. Action creates momentum — not the other way around.Since starting the podcast, Sam has noticed opportunities multiplying. The message: stop waiting for perfect and start showing up. Action creates momentum — not the other way around. Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/008-choosing-to-be-helpful/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/008-choosing-to-be-helpful/ 1:54 8 full false A remote team decides to make kindness and mutual support their north star. Sam explores how feeling genuinely supported transforms the way people show up — and what it takes to make that a deliberate choice.A remote team decides to make kindness and mutual support their north star. Sam explores how feeling genuinely supported transforms the way people show up — and what it takes to make that a deliberate choice. Sun, 12 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/007-goals-for-lazy-people/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/007-goals-for-lazy-people/ 2:31 7 full false Sam admits to a streak of laziness and explores what good goal-setting actually looks like for the rest of us. With a nod to Medium's strategic refocus — sometimes cutting back is the most productive move.Sam admits to a streak of laziness and explores what good goal-setting actually looks like for the rest of us. With a nod to Medium's strategic refocus — sometimes cutting back is the most productive move. Sun, 05 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/006-digging-into-the-detail/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/006-digging-into-the-detail/ 3:06 6 full false Deconstructing complex ideas and rebuilding them again — with a little help from scientist, author and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts. What does it really mean to understand something deeply?Deconstructing complex ideas and rebuilding them again — with a little help from scientist, author and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts. What does it really mean to understand something deeply? Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/005-cries-for-help/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/005-cries-for-help/ 2:02 5 full false After rescuing a cat in distress, Sam reflects on the courage it takes to ask for help — especially when it comes to mental health — and what it means to respond when someone reaches out.After rescuing a cat in distress, Sam reflects on the courage it takes to ask for help — especially when it comes to mental health — and what it means to respond when someone reaches out. Sun, 22 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/004-support-networks-and-good-times/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/004-support-networks-and-good-times/ 2:27 4 full false Accountability through support networks, and having a better life because of it. Sam looks at how the people around us shape what we're able to achieve — and enjoy.Accountability through support networks, and having a better life because of it. Sam looks at how the people around us shape what we're able to achieve — and enjoy. Sun, 15 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/003-reducing-the-dwell-time/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/003-reducing-the-dwell-time/ 2:09 3 full false What is 'dwell time' and why does it matter? Sam explores how reducing the gap between intention and action can unlock creativity and get things moving.What is 'dwell time' and why does it matter? Sam explores how reducing the gap between intention and action can unlock creativity and get things moving. Sun, 08 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/002-authentic-celebrations/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/002-authentic-celebrations/ 3:32 2 full false Spontaneous, authentic celebration — what does it look like, and how do we make it happen more often? Sam explores the difference between going through the motions and genuinely marking what matters.Spontaneous, authentic celebration — what does it look like, and how do we make it happen more often? Sam explores the difference between going through the motions and genuinely marking what matters. Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/001-happy-new-year-2017/ https://blowingbubblespodcast.samwestlake.co.uk/podcast/001-happy-new-year-2017/ 3:17 1 full false Is New Year's Day a meaningful landmark, or just the day after yesterday? Sam reflects on what the turning of the year actually means — and whether we need it to mean anything at all.Is New Year's Day a meaningful landmark, or just the day after yesterday? Sam reflects on what the turning of the year actually means — and whether we need it to mean anything at all.