... and how to replace ‘bad habits’ with better ones.In this episode of the Vercium Podcast, Lee Hallworth and Amanda Alexander dive into the power of small, consistent behaviours—and why they matter for leadership and self-development. Together, they explore the science of habit formation, challenge the idea of simply "breaking" bad habits, and share strategies that can lead to lasting behavioural change in both life and work.Drawing on her expertise as a certified Tiny Habits® coach, Amanda introduces Dr. BJ Fogg’s 'Fogg Behavior Model', helping to uncover how new habits are formed—and how to make them stick. With practical insights, and personal stories, this conversation offers accessible tools to support real-world growth and performance.-Vercium is a Learning & Development Organisation Specialising in Medical Affairs. We strive to TRANSFORM the learners thinking, mindset and capabilities to enable growth and long lasting learning.To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: https://www.vercium.com/

What happens when we stop running from fear and start learning from it?
In this episode, Lee hosts a conversation with Kim Nielsen. Through honest reflection and personal insight, they unpack the mindset shifts that empower growth—not just professionally, but deeply and personally.
You’ll hear how embracing uncertainty can unlock creativity, build resilience, and spark meaningful transformation. Whether you're navigating a career pivot, leading a team, or on a personal development journey, this conversation offers a fresh lens on fear—not as something to overcome, but as a powerful teacher.

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0:00 – Introduction & Welcome: Why Self-Leadership Matters
2:20 – Stepping Into Fear: Kim’s Comedy Club Story
08:00 – Fear as a Motivator: Childhood & Early Dreams
11:30 – Learning Through Rejection
15:02 – Transferring Skills: From Acting to Facilitation & Mentorship
17:02 – A Life-Changing Conversation
20:16 – Fear, Identity, and Authenticity
24:20 – Practical Steps to Confront Fear
30:02 – Fear vs. Curiosity
32:11 – Helping Others Move Through Fear
36:24 – Self-Leadership Superpowers
44:48 – Final Reflections & Takeaways
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Vercium is a Learning & Development Organisation specialising in Medical Affairs. We strive to TRANSFORM the learners thinking, mindset and capabilities to enable growth and long lasting learning.
To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: https://www.vercium.com/

How can positive psychology help us navigate challenges and develop lasting resilience?
In this episode, host Lee Hallworth is joined by Lou Hinson and Deniz Hüsrev to explore how shifting our perspective can transform the way we approach setbacks.
They discuss practical strategies for reframing challenges, cultivating a growth mindset, and using positive psychology principles to enhance personal and professional development.

Whether you're facing workplace pressures or personal hurdles, this conversation offers valuable insights to help you build mental resilience and thrive.

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00:00 - Introduction: Lou & Deniz share their personal journeys into Positive Psychology
04:12 – Defining Positive Psychology, misconceptions and its role in resilience-building
07:51 – The concept of happiness: Hedonic vs. Eudaimonic & our individual experience
10:26 – Benefits of applying Positive Psychology & practical strategies
12:35 – Using a Strengths Approach to coaching in organisations
16:15 – Using mindfulness to combat the 'Monkey Mind': One Minute To Arrive Exercise
21:09 – Shifting your mindset: "What's good about this?"
25:40 – Reframing Challenges: Practical tips for changing your perspective
30:40 – The science behind gratitude: How to boost positive emotions for physical and psychological well-being
36:48 – The link between Positive Psychology and Transformational Leadership
39:48 – Quick and simple tools for a calmer mind and greater self-awareness

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Vercium is a Learning & Development Organisation Specialising in Medical Affairs. We strive to TRANSFORM the learners thinking, mindset and capabilities to enable growth and long lasting learning.To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: https://www.vercium.com/

In this episode, Vercium Founder Lee Hallworth is joined by Amanda Alexander to explore the truth behind imposter syndrome—or as it was originally termed, imposter phenomenon. Together, they dive into its origins and the misconceptions surrounding it, offering a fresh perspective on this all-too-familiar feeling. They explore why this common feeling affects so many, including high achievers, and how simple mindset shifts can help break free from self-doubt, allowing individuals to perform at their best and embrace their true potential. To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: www.vercium.com CHAPTERS 0:00 – Introduction: The Truth About Imposter Syndrome 0:47 – What is Imposter Syndrome? 2:20 – Imposter Syndrome in Highly Competent Individuals 3:10 – Recognising Imposter Syndrome 4:40 – Why It’s Important to Address Imposter Syndrome 6:05 – The History of "Imposter Syndrome" vs. "Imposter Phenomenon" 7:52 – The Overuse of Labels and Redefining the Phenomenon 8:40 – Strategies for Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon 11:42 – How Curiosity Helps Manage Fear and Imposter Phenomenon 13:38 – Final Strategy: Shifting from Proving Yourself to Valuing Yourself 15:13 – Conclusion #learning #learninganddevelopment #learningjourney #medicalaffairs #medical #pharmaceutical #healthcare #transformingeducation #transformationalleadership #transformationalcoaching #verciumlearning #vercium #impostersyndrome

We delve into the critical topic of Digital Wellbeing with our guest, Mathilde Barbier, as we explore the impact of technology on our daily lives and behaviours. Together, we discuss practical strategies for cultivating healthier digital habits in an increasingly tech-driven world. We share personal insights on navigating the challenges of disconnecting from constant notifications and the benefits of prioritising focus. Join us as we unpack the importance of awareness in maintaining balance and discover how we can reshape our digital behaviours for a healthier, more fulfilling life. To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: www.vercium.com References for this episode: Brain Drain: ‘Brain Drain: The Mere Presence of One’s Own Smartphone Reduces Available Cognitive Capacity’ - Ward, Adrian F., Kristen Duke, Ayelet Gneezy, and Maarten W. Bos. Journal of the Association for Consumer Research 2, no. 2 (1 April 2017): 140–54. https://doi.org/10.1086/691462. The 20 / 20 / 20 rule: Deconstructing the 20-20-20 Rule for digital eye strain, by Brian Chou, OD, FAAO, FSLS - https://www.optometrytimes.com/view/d... The Science of Vision, Eye Health & Seeing Better, with Andrew Huberman - https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/t... 'Pandemic Posture': "Pandemic posture" hurting your back? You can fix it! by Heidi Godman - https://www.health.harvard.edu/pain/p... The girl on the train - Mathilde's story: https://www.daretobethechange.today/v...

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In this latest podcast episode, Vercium Founder and Director Lee Hallworth welcomes special guest and Global Leader in Medical Affairs Pamela Graas, to discuss the Insight journey within pharmaceutical companies from Field Medical to utilisation in Clinical Research. Together, Lee and Pamela discuss what insights are, their true purpose and the various challenges faced along the way and how Field Medical teams can contribute to make insights generation as effective as possible. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of their employers or this podcast. To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: www.vercium.com #learning #learninganddevelopment #learningjourney #medicalaffairs #medical #pharmaceutical #healthcare #transformingeducation #transformationalleadership #transformationalcoaching #verciumlearning #vercium #insights #fieldmedical

In this latest podcast episode our Vercium Team explores a resilience strategy call the 'ABC Thinking Check'. This technique, explained by Vercium's Amanda Alexander, is also taught as part of Penn Resilience Training, which helps individuals examine their thoughts and beliefs about challenging events. By examining the ABC components, individuals can identify the thinking track they are currently on and assess where it leads them emotionally and behaviourally. This awareness allows them to consider alternative ways of thinking and choose a more helpful thinking track. #learning #L&D #learninganddevelopment #learningjourney #medicalaffairs #medical #pharmaceutical #healthcare #transformingeducation #transformationalleadership #transformationalcoaching #verciumlearning #vercium #resilience #pennresilienceprogram

In this latest podcast episode, our Vercium team explores a resilience technique called 'Storyboarding'.

Storyboarding resilience involves considering ways to improve the storyline when facing challenging circumstances. It is a valuable skill that can be developed and refined over time.

Tune in to find out how you can use this skill to your advantage and become a more resilient individual. 

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In today's episode the team will be discussing the role of Field Medical and how to maximise its value within healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry.

Drawing from their years of experience and observations working with field teams, Lee and Amanda discuss how Medical Affairs professionals can provide value beyond talking to the data. They explain how emphasising this to individuals can lead to improved patient outcomes over time.

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Welcome to the TRANSFORM Podcast, hosted by Vercium. We are a global Learning and Development organisation working across the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, specialising in Medical Affairs. In this podcast series we will discuss a variety of hot topics and the latest tools and techniques in learning development alongside our expert guests.

This introductory episode focuses on a subject which is central to our mission and brand, Transformational Learning. Our team discuss how we define it, why it is so important in the learning environment and finally how we know when someone has undergone transformational learning in practise.

To find out more about our Learning Solutions and Services, visit our website: www.vercium.com

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