Jim Carlough, Chief Sales Officer at mPulse, is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in healthcare and technology. With a proven track record of empowering leaders and launching his new book, Six Pillars of Effective Leadership, Jim joins Simon Hodgkins to unpack how integrity, empathy, and laughter can define outstanding leadership in today's world.

00:00 – Introduction Jim Carlough

01:03 – From Healthcare & Tech to Mentoring

04:36 – Pillar 1: Integrity & Trust

05:00 – Authoritarian vs Human Leadership

06:29 – Compassion vs Empathy Defined

07:45 – Stability, Focus & the Bezos Example

08:27 – Humor as a Leadership Tool

13:32 – Lifelong Learning & Mentors

16:39 – Remote Leadership & Video Connection

20:00 – Burnout, Well‑Being & Duty of Care

21:59 – Coaching Program & Future Plans

24:40 – Connect with Jim & Book Info

25:44 – Closing Thoughts on Optimism

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If you've been wondering how SEO is evolving in the age of AI, this episode of The Global Discussion is one you'll want to spend time with. Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Maeva Cifuentes, Founder of Flying Cat Marketing, to discuss the shifting landscape of search, content, and digital strategy.

Maeva brings sharp insight, deep experience, and a clear voice to conversations that cut through the hype and get to what matters for businesses today.

00:40 – How SEO and Search Are Evolving with AI

01:10 – Why Ranking #1 Doesn’t Always Mean Clicks

03:05 – The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Technical SEO

05:00 – Rethinking SEO Metrics in the Age of AI Overviews

06:00 – Chasing LLM Visibility: What Actually Matters

08:15 – Why Domain Expertise Beats High-Volume Content

11:42 – How Brands Can Start Ranking in AI Results

22:02 – Empowering Ambitious Women Toward Leadership

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Niamh Cooper has a way with words. Whether she's helping a global brand craft compelling content or guiding aspiring writers to start their first story, her passion for storytelling runs deep.

00:00 – Introduction: Meet Niamh Cooper

03:40 – Launching “Word Matters”

04:13 – Writing for Humans in an AI World

10:12 – Enter the Stan Challenge

13:00 – Starting a 30-Day Writing Challenge

16:16 – The “Find Your Voice” Retreat

20:04 – What’s Ahead: Word Matters & Beyond

24:11 – Final Thoughts: Reignite Your Voice

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