How to Have a Bloody Good Conversation
Have we forgotten how to talk to each other?
We communicate non-stop online, but the more we type the less we talk, and then we get out of the habit of having a bloody good conversation.
Yet conversations build important connections. They can double a company’s turnover, forge lasting relationships, land that dream job, so how can we make sure every conversation ends well for everyone?
Join two conversationalists, journalist and broadcaster Mai Davies and communications consultant Sarah Wright, as they explore the ins and outs of having a bloody good conversation.
It might just change your life!
How to Have a Bloody Good Conversation
Mastering the Meeting Minefield
How to Have Better Group Conversations with Jessica Ball
We’ve all been there—the meeting that starts with good intentions but quickly spirals into chaos. Packed agendas, dominant voices, awkward silences, and a creeping sense that nothing is actually getting done. So how do we fix it?
In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Ball, an expert meetings facilitator who has worked with organizations like the UN and Cambridge University to design meetings that are inclusive, effective, and - dare we say it - enjoyable. She shares practical strategies to cut through the noise, manage power dynamics, and create meetings where everyone feels heard, valued, and engaged.
From avoiding meeting overload to handling difficult personalities and using language to defuse tension, this episode is packed with insights you can apply immediately - whether you’re leading the discussion or just trying to get a word in.
If you’ve ever walked out of a meeting wondering, 'what was the point of that?', this episode is for you.
Find Jessica Ball at www.creatingmeaning.club or on LinkedIn.