The Visible Workplace

The Visible Workplace

Hosted by: Tom Rolley and Annabel Rolley

Where we delve into the art of effective teamwork and collaboration. In this series, we explore the critical importance of visibility within teams – the key to unlocking successful cooperation. We highlight the common...

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Episode 15: The Future of Work - AI and Magic Boards?

Reflections on Gratitude - Tom reflects on turning 47 and the importance of time spent with family over material possessions, highlighting the cost of poor project management on personal relationships. Approaching...
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Episode 14: The MagicBoards.io MVP Software

Dr. Tom Rolley delves into the evolution of business systems, exploring the necessity for efficient processes that began with documents and spreadsheets. The outcome: Magic Boards software approaches MVP, integrating...
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Episode 13: Pitfalls of Modern Project Management Systems

In today's episode of The Visible Workplace, we delve into the complexities of modern project management systems like Trello, ClickUp, and Asana. While these tools offer incredible flexibility, they also pose a...
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Episode 12: How to Manage Quiet Quitting, Work from Home and Job Sharing in the Workplace.

Dr. Tom Rolley delves into the complexities of transitioning to a hybrid work model post-Covid. He discusses the appeal of remote work, challenges like "quiet quitting” and job sharing.Β  The episode highlights the...
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Episode 11: Harnessing the Value of Templates: From Process to Result

Join Tom Rolley as he highlights how templates boost productivity by providing ready-made task frameworks.Β  Discover the dual nature of templates as processes and results and how and why they they are critical to...
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Episode 10: Bridging the gap between results and processes with the Magic Board.

This episode of The Visible Workplace delves into the intricate connection between desired outcomes and the actions required to achieve them. By acknowledging this link, individuals can gain confidence in their...
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Episode 9: Unlocking Business Efficiency with Magic Boards

In this episode of The Visible Workplace, Tom Rolley discusses the utilisation of Magic Boards to enhance business efficiency. He shares insights on how these boards can streamline work processes, particularly for...
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Episode 8: The History of the Magic Board

Dr Tom Rolley delves into the intriguing history of the magic board. From navigating the complexities of medical education to the trials of entrepreneurship, he shares how the magic board emerged as a tool for...
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Episode 7: Blindspots at Work - Problems when you can't see what to do or how to do it.

In episode 7, host Tom Rolley discusses the challenges businesses face when they can't see what to produce or how to do it. He explores the importance of clarity in defining outcomes and the necessity of clear...
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Episode 6: Combatting inactivity in sedentary workplaces

In this episode of the Visible Workplace, Tom Rolley and Annabel delve into the topic of combating sedentary lifestyles in the workplace. They discuss the challenges of maintaining an active lifestyle while working...
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Episode 5: Navigating the Challenges of a Digitally Intrusive World

In Episode 5 of the Visible Workplace podcast, hosts Annabel and Tom discuss the love-hate relationship with digital intrusion. They delve into the challenges of managing constant connectivity, exploring strategies...
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Episode 4: Overcoming Negative Thinking Patterns

In this episode of "The Visible Workplace," hosts Tom and Annabel delve into the impact of negative thinking patterns in both personal and professional realms. Drawing from their experiences, they explore the roots...
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