In this episode, Ben Williams shares his journey from a Royal Marines commando to a resilience coach, discussing the importance of resilience, leadership, and personal growth.

He reflects on his experiences in the military, his transition to civilian life, and his work with the England football team.

Ben emphasises the value of humour and grit in overcoming adversity and finding purpose.

Takeaways

• Resilience is built through challenging experiences.
• Leadership involves values-based decision-making.
• Personal growth often requires overcoming adversity.
• Humour can be a powerful tool in difficult times.
• Finding purpose is key to personal fulfillment.
• Military experiences shape character and values.
• Transitioning to civilian life can be challenging.
• Coaching can help others find their path.
• Shared adversity strengthens bonds and relationships.
• Self-compassion is crucial for mental health.

Keywords

Ben Williams, resilience, leadership, personal growth, Royal Marines, coaching, England football team, humour

Sound bites

"Resilience is an obvious one, isn't it?"

"You leave as a boy and come back as a man."

"Humour can be a powerful tool."

"Finding purpose is key to fulfilment."

"Shared adversity strengthens bonds."

"Self-compassion is crucial for mental health."

"Leadership involves values-based decision-making."

"Coaching can help others find their path."

"Military experiences shape character."

"Transitioning to civilian life can be challenging."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ben Williams' Journey

11:30 The Impact of Military Service on Personal Growth

21:08 The Importance of Service and Belonging

21:59 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

26:17 Vulnerability and Authenticity in Leadership

27:46 The Transition from Military to Coaching

34:26 Shared Experiences: Lessons from the England Football Team

42:44 Bravery and Vulnerability: The Journey of Self-Discovery

48:42 Finding Purpose: Balancing Work and Personal Life

55:00 Introduction and Coaching Insights

In this episode, we reflect on the insights and key themes from our first five guests.

We discuss the importance of creating opportunities, resilience, and the evolving role of AI in our lives.

The conversation highlights the value of life skills, the impact of mentorship, and the significance of time over advice.

Join us as we jump into these topics and share personal anecdotes that resonate with the lessons learned from our guests.

A massive shout out to: Tracy Westall OBE, Tom Clarke-Forrest, Abbie Vlahakis, Ad Davies and Andy Wilkinson.

Takeaways

• Creating opportunities is a recurring theme.
• Resilience is key in all conversations.
• AI's role in the future is significant.
• Life skills are more important than ever.
• Mentorship can change lives.
• Time is more valuable than advice.
• The importance of being good AI parents.
• Navigating opportunities in challenging times.
• The impact of small steps and big impacts.
• The power of conversation and reflection.

Sound bites

Creating opportunities is key. Resilience crops up in all talks. AI's future impact is huge. Life skills trump intelligence. Mentorship changes lives.

Keywords

Opportunities, Resilience, AI, Life skills, Mentorship

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:46 Key Themes from Early Guests

04:18 Tracy Westall's Insights on AI and Parenting

07:01 Tom Clark Forrest on Opportunity and Skills

09:42 Abby and the Importance of Personal Connection

12:42 Andy Wilkinson's Energy and Next Gen Board

15:21 Reflections on Leadership and Opportunity

18:28 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations

We are joined by Jas Rohel, the CEO and founder of Education Awards, who shares her journey from working in education to establishing an awards program that recognises outstanding contributions in the field.

The discussion covers the importance of celebrating educators, the need for curriculum reform, the impact of technology on learning, and personal growth through adversity.

Jas emphasises the significance of community support and mental health awareness, encouraging listeners to be kind to themselves and others.

She's ace.

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Takeaways

• The Education Awards were created to recognise unsung heroes in education.
• Personal experiences shape our understanding of the education system.
• The curriculum needs to evolve to meet modern needs.
• Engagement between businesses and schools is crucial for student success.
• Recognition in education can significantly boost morale and motivation.
• Technology has transformed education, but it also presents challenges.
• Personal struggles can lead to growth and resilience.
• Building a supportive network is essential for personal and professional success.
• Mental health awareness is vital in the education sector.
• Everyone has the power to make a difference in their community.

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Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Jas Rohel

02:21

The Birth of Education Awards

05:03

Personal Education Journey

07:20

Recognising Unsung Heroes in Education

10:27

The Entrepreneurial Journey Begins

16:17

Finding Confidence in Networking

21:02

Celebrating Award Winners and Their Stories

26:01

Teachers as Frontline Workers

28:22

The Evolving Curriculum and Technology

32:13

The Importance of Resilience and Real-World Skills

38:59

Community Responsibility in Education

42:56

Personal Growth and Mental Health

48:59

The Power of Self-Compassion and Recognition

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Keywords

Education, Awards, Recognition, Curriculum, Technology, Personal Growth, Resilience, Mentorship, Community, Impact