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Episodes
Why Covid-19 is dividing the nation and why we must find the balance in the coming months!
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this hubcast, Martin, Dave and Spencer debate the Covid-19 situation so far and discuss why the country is dividing in their views and opinions. Th...
The importance of enabling self service through Technology!
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton speaks to Martin Johnson about the ever changing customer service landscape and the growing need for organisations to provide the...
Do you have a return to work strategy for Covid-19?
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker talk through the importance of having a return to work strategy as we look to slowly reintroduce our employees back ...
Developing Your Resilience & Adaptability During Covid-19
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer and Martin talk about the 6 principles of resilience and adaptability and explain why we must develop them in the coming weeks and months.
The Importance of Customer Service Throughout Covid-19
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks to Dave Pendleton about the importance of service throughout Covid-19. They also discuss the difference between Customer Service ...
The 6 Elements of Customer Service: Analyse
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing the series of the 6 key elements of customer service culture, in this hubcast, Dave explores the analysing element and how uncovering the g...
Maintaining wellbeing whilst in isolation!
19 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker talk about the self isolation measures imposed by the coronavirus outbreak and why it's important to maintain our me...
Negotiating - The Most Common Negotiable Issues
19 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton & Martin Johnson discuss the most common negotiable issues when it comes to effective negotiation. They share best practices and ti...
Why Hierarchies are still more desirable than flat organisational structures
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin and Dave present a case for why hierarchies are still more desirable than flat organisational structures. They also explain hierarchical struct...
The 6 Key Elements of Customer Service Culture: Listen
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from his video on the 6 key elements of customer service culture, Dave delves deeper into the listening element. He highlights how import...
Understanding The State of Flow - Part 1
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker talks to Martin Johnson about Mihaly Csikszentmihalys 'Flow State Theory' linking it to how human beings can develop a challenge or thr...
Sales Questioning - The Mission of Discovery
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton speaks to Martin Johnson on the three different types of questions you should ask when going through the 'Mission of Discovery' phase d...
The Trust Based Leadership Equation
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin and Spencer talks about the T2 Trust Based Leadership Equation. What are the individual elements and ingredients that create a trust based rela...
Driving Business Growth Through Cloud Technology with Simon Treweek
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson speaks to cloud consultant Simon Treweek on all things digital and cloud. They discuss the Hourglass Theory and the sustainability of b...
Corporate Clangers - Christmas Edition 2019
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin, Spencer and Katie record a very special Christmas Edition of Corporate Clangers.
Understanding Your Locus of Control
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin and Spencer talk about our individual belief systems and how we humans generally favour one of two type of locus of control. The question is, d...
The Impact of Siloed Behaviour
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Martin and Dave discuss what siloed behaviour is, how to recognise it, what causes it, and the impact that it has in the workplace.&n...
Leadership Insights from India
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Martin speaks to Spencer about his time in Pune, India and explore the differences in the work culture and leadership styles between ...
From SAS: Who Dares Wins to Resilience: Liz Abraham's Secrets to Thriving Under Pressure
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Join host Martin Johnson in a captivating conversation with Liz Abraham, resilience expert and former resistance-to-interrogation instructor on SAS: ...
Two techniques for sourcing candidates that are staring you in the face
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker and Martin Johnson share two forgotten techniques that organisations can use to attract and source the very best talent.
Recruitment Talk with Emily Pennack, Office Angels!
23 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews Emily Pennack, Branch Manger of Office Angels. They talk about recruitment partners, the importance of On-boarding and they ...
Introversion vs Extroversion - It's not an exact science!
17 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin and Spencer debunk a few myths about Introverts and Extroverts and explore their definitions and nuances.
Cultural & Leadership Insights from the Far East
30 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson speaks to Spencer Locker following his recent trip to Malaysia where he delivered a Leadership development programme for a global Plc. ...
The Importance of a Digital Marketing Strategy and it's impact on Sales Performance!
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave interviews Martin on the importance of a Digital Marketing Strategy and its importance on lead generation and overall sales performance. What's t...
Implementing the Sales Competency Framework in your Organisation
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks to Dave Pendleton about what organisations should consider when implementing a Competency Framework in their organisation. From c...
Mobile vs Immobile Jobs
13 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker talk about Mobile vs Immobile Jobs. Exploring the little things we can do to increase our movement and break our pos...
Resilience & Adaptability with Spencer Locker
23 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin interviews Spencer on his experiences in the military and becoming a resistance to Interrogation instructor. Spencer talks about his time on th...
Taking Risks & Driving Growth with Martin Johnson
22 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker interviews Martin Johnson on his business journey so far. They discuss taking risks, product creation and the importance of sales.
Zanshin - Falling in love with Boredom, Process and Monotony!
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson speaks to Spencer Locker about the ancient Japanese concept of Zanshin (The art of attention and focus) where the mind is fully vigilan...
How Nutrition Impacts Workplace Performance | Former Rugby League Player Mark Minichiello | Hull FC, Gold Coast Titans & South Sydney Rabbitohs
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews professional Rugby League player, Mark Minichiello. Mark is looking to become a life and fitness coach once he hangs his boo...
Corporate Clangers - Episode 3
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Team T2 return for another episode of Corporate Clangers.
Employee Engagement - Show your employees how their contribution advances the company vision
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin and Dave talk about Employee Engagement, particularly around the importance of showing your employees how their individual contribution advance...
Are your customer service advisors executing on these 5 fundamentals?
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton talks to Martin Johnson about the 5 fundamentals that all Customer Service advisors need to execute upon. The question is, are your peo...
Corporate Clangers - Episode 2
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Team T2 return for another episode of Corporate Clangers. In true Room 101 style the team discuss frustrating aspects of the workplace and decide, sho...
Why you should employ Veterans!
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker and Martin Johnson talk about their time in the military and discuss why employers should hire veterans into the workplace.
Sales, it's not all about you!
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton talks to Martin Johnson about the art of the sale. Those who understand the importance of the making every interaction about the custom...
The three pre-stages of stress!
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker talk about the three pre-stages of stress. These are the incubator states which exacerbate the stress response leadi...
Organisational Change - The difference between delivering the project and achieving the change!
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews Spencer Locker about the importance of structure and governance when delivering change initiatives. They talk about th...
The 3 Major Contributing Factors of Poor Customer Service!
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton talks to Martin Johnson about 3 contributing factors of poor customer service. Dave goes on to provide some practical and actionable ti...
Cold Calling - 5 Steps to Success
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson presents his 5 step model for navigating a new business sales call. Although organisations are moving more towards digital market...
Corporate Clangers - Episode 1
14 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Team T2 discuss things that should be banned from the workplace. But should these corporate clangers be either kept, or canned!!
You Cant Lead in Absence of Trust!
13 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin, Spencer and Dave return to talk about Trust and how as a modern day society, we are programmed to mistrust. Organisations and Leaders must und...
Tattoos in the workplace - should they present an issue for Employers?
30 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson, Katie Macfarlane and Dave Pendleton talk about Tattoos, Piercings and general appearance in the workplace. Should this still be dicrim...
My Mental Health Journey - Katie Macfarlane
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews T2's very own Katie Macfarlane on her lifelong battle with Mental Health. Katie recently completed her Apprenticeship at T2 ...
Sales, don't skip the boring stuff!
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton talks to Martin Johnson about the most overlooked aspect of the sales role. Sales people tend to gravitate to the exciting and interest...
The T2 Feedback Model - How to give situationally appropriate feedback!
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Dave Pendleton talk through the importance of feedback. Leaders and Managers who give feedback consistently and appropriately tend ...
Developing a culture of inclusion and engagement! The grand gestures are not enough!
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker and Martin Johnson talk about fostering cultures and creating social eco systems in the workplace. Challenging the notion that the gran...
Team T2 answer questions from LinkedIn users on Leadership & Business Books!
03 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin, Spencer and Dave return for another round of questions from LinkedIn users. In this episode, the team answer questions on Leadership, particul...
The important link between sleep and performance!
25 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker and Martin Johnson explain the science behind sleep and why we humans depend upon it. They also provide practical tips on how we can im...
Martin Johnson interviews Inspirational Speaker, Steve Judge on how to develop a positive mindset
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks to Steve Judge about his inspirational story and how we can develop resilience and a positive mindset. Steve overcame adversity w...
Martin Johnson interviews his 10 year old daughter, Isabel
15 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin interviews his daughter testing her on capital cities of the world and asking her opinions on life and school.
How to use the Managing Stress in the Workplace Toolkit!
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker give practical tips on how to use the Managing Stress in the Workplace Toolkit. They provide an overview of the mate...
Team T2 answer questions from LinkedIn on Technology vs Humans!
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin, Spencer and Dave answers questions from LinkedIn users. This week the topics is the age old technology vs humans debate. How do we strike the ...
Team T2 answer questions from LinkedIn users on Leadership and Sales!
28 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave, Martin and Spencer answer questions on Leadership and Sales from the LinkedIn community.
The 6 different types of sales people!
22 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks about the different types of sales people and their approaches and styles. There are many different ways to operate within a sale...
3 tips for speaking and presenting with power and presence!
21 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
T2 CEO, Martin Johnson shares his three principles for speaking with power and presence. He explores the importance of injecting Emotion through the u...
The value of using a Customer Service Competency Framework
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton and Martin Johnson talk about the value of using a Customer Service Competency Framework in the organisation. They explain why me...
OD; Organisational Design, Organisational Development, or Both?
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker talks to Martin Johnson about OD, answering the question, OD; Organisational Design, Organisational Development, or Both? They explore ...
Incorporating psychometric testing into your hiring process!
15 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks about the value of incorporating psychometric testing into your interview process. He shares his opinions on some of the best org...
Generate new business by giving your products and services away for FREE!
14 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks about the 'Show Home Principle' and explains why we should be willing to give prospective customers products and services for fre...
How gut health and nutritional variety impact workplace performance!
14 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews Nutritional Therapist, Lisa Hutson on all things nutrition and health. They discuss the gut / brain connection, the importan...
Key considerations when sourcing candidates!
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this T2 Hubcast CEO, Martin Johnson talks about the key considerations that hiring managers and HR professionals should embrace when sourcing candi...
So You've Been Triggered...Get Over It!
06 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer Locker & Martin Johnson talk openly and frankly about the importance of dealing with your stress triggers and taking ownership for them.
The No Nonsense Approach to Sales - Martin Johnson Interviews Buoyant Upholstery MD, Mike Aramayo
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews Buoyant Upholstery MD, Mike Aramayo. They explore the art of no nonsense sales!
Leading by Example - Martin Johnson Interviews Michelle Swithenbank, Chief Exec, Hull College Group
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, T2 CEO, Martin Johnson interviews Michelle Swithenbank from Hull College Group. Michelle is the Principle and Chief Exec and in this ...
Martin Johnson interviews his 8 year old Daughter, Nyla!
22 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Latest episode of T2 Hubcast
The Dirty Tricks of Negotiation
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave Pendleton talks to Martin Johnson about the 4 most common 'Dirty Tricks' that buyers tend to deploy when negotiating a deal. A must listen for Sa...
The Fundamentals of Communicating Change
14 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson interviews Spencer Locker on the fundamentals of communicating change in the organisation. But what is change and what should Managers ...
Organisational Culture & Leadership with Carolyn Woolway, Head of HR, UK&IRE, Siemens Gamesa
08 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the T2 Hubcast, T2 CEO, Martin Johnson interviews Head of HR for Siemens Gamesa, Carolyn Woolway. They explore Organisationa...
The 4 Pillars of Customer Experience
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lead Consultant for Customer Experience, Dave Pendleton talks with Martin Johnson about the 4 pillars of Customer Experience. This hubcast reveals the...
Three types of Interview question you can ask
31 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of T2 Hubcast, Martin Johnson debates the different types of interview question with Spencer Locker. Exploring how as Managers can we ...
Leadership in Professional Sport - Lee Radford & Martin Johnson
16 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this unique episode of the T2 Hubcast, T2 CEO, Martin Johnson interviews Hull FC Head Coach, Lee Radford. They discuss Leadership in Professional S...
Tackle stress in the workplace with Moodbeam
16 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
T2 CEO, Martin Johnson interviews Christina Colmer McHugh, Co-Founder of innovative tech company, Moodbeam. They provide the only wearable device for ...
The Importance of fostering a Social Ecosystem in the Workplace
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of the T2 Hubcast, T2 Consultant, Spencer Locker speaks with Martin Johnson about the importance of fostering a social ecosyste...
Sales Leadership - 5 tips for improving sales performance in your team
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
T2 Consultant, Dave Pendleton shares his 5 tips for improving sales performance with CEO, Martin Johnson.
Mental Health - Removing the stigma and supporting employees in the workplace
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this Interview episode of the T2 Hubcast, Martin Johnson speaks with special guest Leon McQuade. Leon is the Founder of cloud services company, Thi...
5 classic mistakes sales people tend to make
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the T2 Hubcast, Dave Pendleton and Martin Johnson return to discuss 5 classic mistakes that sales people tend to make. Some are obv...
Management Productivity - The First Hour
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
T2 CEO, Martin Johnson talks through this very simple but essential productivity hack. Managers who guard and spend their time wisely tend to su...
The Directive Management Style - Is there a place for it in the workplace?
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the T2 Hubcast, Martin Johnson interviews Spencer Locker about his time on the show, SAS Who Dares Wins. They discuss the Directive...
3 Tips for getting unstuck
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson shares 3 spontaneous tips for 'Getting Unstuck' in 2019
Management - The 5 Principles of High Performing Teams
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson shares his views and research findings on the 5 universal principles of High Performing Teams. Listen to this hubcast and see which you...
Sales Conversion - The 4 Reasons Buyers Buy
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
T2 CEO, Martin Johnson talks about the importance of having business led discussions with customers. Sales people need to tap into the 4 main reasons ...
The T2 Hubcast - Getting the most from your hub
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the T2 Hubcast, Martin Johnson and Spencer Locker talk about the introduction of the T2 Hub and how to get the most out of it.
Management - The Rebound Effect
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Johnson talks about the Rebound Effect. This phenomenon can happen in any organisation and can hinder any leader or managers ability to deliver...
Open Vs Closed Loop Thinking
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the concept of Open vs Closed Loop Thinking. Two types of mindset which are embedded in psychology and can be either productive ...
Protecting Your Space: Human-Centered L&D and Avoiding Burnout in 2026
01 Jan 1970
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back Listeners! 🎧In this first episode of 2026, Scott Morrison introduces our new T2 Senior Consultant, Alex Mather.Scott and Alex discu...