Noble Company
By Sanderson Smith School of Business
Noble CompanyJan 27, 2023
Self care: More than just spa days
*Apologies in advance for the technical quality*
On this episode of the Noble Company podcast, we chat with Dr. Lesley Reece about the importance of self care. Self care is a multidimensional process that involves taking care of the body, mind and more!
Dr. Reece will share some advice with us on how we can better take care of ourselves to optimise our personal and professional live Thoroughly looking forward to having this conversation! See you there.
Rethinking Tourism
On September's episode of the Noble Company podcast, we join the World Tourism Organisation in reflecting on the theme "Rethinking Tourism". The aim is for a renewed tourism that is "smarter, greener and safer for everyone". Tourism has a significant role to play in the achievement of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. However, the COVID-19 pandemic exposed several weaknesses and systemic inequalities that must be addressed in order to achieve these goals.
In this episode, we speak with three experts in the industry, Prof. Andrew Spencer, Davina Layne and Sheena Des Vignes about their views on "Rethinking Tourism. This is going to be a good one!
Psychometrics: Justified or a joke?
In this episode of the Noble Company podcast, we speak with Dr. Dion Greenidge on the topic of psychometrics. Psychometric tests are increasingly being used by recruiters to determine whether potential candidates are suited for a position. Some people see these tests as useful tools while others see them as junk science. Based on his expertise and experience, Dr. Dion Greenidge will share a little of the science behind pscyhometrics and his perspectives on its value to the workplace and life.
Mental wellness is great for business
In celebration of Mental Awareness Month, this episode of the Noble Company podcast will feature conversations about a very important, yet very stigmatised topic of discussion, mental wellness.
Joining us will be Professor Dwayne Devonish from the University of the West Indies who has done significant research and consulting in the area of psychological wellbeing in the workplace including subjects such as stress, workplace bullying, and job satisfaction. Also with us is Zoey Shim, a Counselling Psychologist in Jamaica.
Tune in to hear more about this critical topic and come ready to take notes and ask questions. See you there!
The Career Pivot: Opportunities and Challenges
In this episode of the Noble Company podcast, we speak with several individuals who decided to make a career change. These pivots took our guests from areas in natural science, engineering, management and finance to new fields in food and beverage, pop culture, content creation, training and advocacy.
Tune in to hear them share about their experiences, rewards and challenges. Come prepared to take notes and ask questions!
Multicultural perspectives of women's experiences in entrepreneurship
We are celebrating Women's Month!
In this episode women from different cultures, ranging from the Caribbean to India and in between, will share their experiences navigating entrepreneurship.
Black Entrepreneurs: White Spaces
In this episode hear the experiences of black entrepreneurs who work in predominantly white societies and/or industries. Our panelists are Cherita O'dell, Owner of Barbados Real Estate, Barbados; Terri Streat, Co-Owner of The Rogers Garden bar, New York; Darius Setsoafia, Owner of DS Media, New Castle upon Tyne, UK; and Dr. Alfred Walkes, Lecturer of Marketing and Entrepreneurship, University of the West Indies, Cave Hil Campu Barbados.
"Let's talk indigenous brands: Perspectives from South Africa and Barbados"
In the first podcast episode by Noble Company, the host, Ro-Ann Smith has a discussion with Dr. Nkosivile Madinga, Dr. Joseann Knight and Dianne N Squires on the topic "Let's talk indigenous brands: Perspectives from South Africa and Barbados". We explore the impact of "cultural confidence", storytelling, the economy and government involvement in the development and preference for local brands.