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by Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker

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What’s one small shift that could change everything? Hosted by strategy, leadership and creative facilitation experts Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker of Better Strategic Consultancy, One Thing Better delivers short, sharp sparks of inspiration for work that really works - especially in the charity, not-for-profit and purpose-led space. Each episode shares an idea, insight or practical tool to help you move from stuck to strategic. This podcast promises no flipcharts. Minimal waffle. Just better. Find more Claire and Siobhan at www.betterconsult.co.uk

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November 17, 2025

The art of being easy to manage

<p>In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker flip the usual “managing up” conversation on its head. They explore how great leaders make managing up easier, healthier and more productive - through clarity, curiosity and a little self-awareness along the way.</p><p>It’s about communication that builds trust, boundaries that model balance, and leadership that feels more like partnership than power play.</p><p>Claire and Siobhan are the team behind <strong>Better Strategic Consultancy</strong> - helping charities and purpose-led organisations find clarity, confidence and joy in how they lead and work.</p><p>If you’re a CEO or senior leader who wants to strengthen the culture and communication around you, Claire’s leadership mentoring could help.</p><p><br>Find out more at <a href="https://www.betterconsult.co.uk/" target="_new">betterconsult.co.uk</a> or drop them a line at <a href="mailto:info@betterconsult.co.uk">info@betterconsult.co.uk</a></p>

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November 10, 2025

The invisible work of holding space in leadership

<p>Some of the most powerful leadership work never makes it onto a job description.</p><p><br />It’s the quiet skill of holding space - staying grounded when the room wobbles, creating calm so others can think, and finding meaning when everything feels uncertain.</p><p>In this episode, Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker from Better Strategic Consultancy unpack what it really means to hold space as a leader. From Cynthia Erivo on Strictly to boardrooms in flux, they explore how reflection, boundaries and empathy keep leaders (and teams) steady.</p><p>It’s a gentle listen with a lot of truth and a reminder that leadership isn’t about holding it all, it’s about holding it well. </p><p>If you’re a CEO or senior leader navigating change, Claire offers one-to-one mentoring to help you lead with humanity and keep something left in the tank.</p><p><br />Find out more at <a href="https://www.betterconsult.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">betterconsult.co.uk</a>.</p>

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November 3, 2025

The joy of responsible marketing

<p>Marketing’s evolving faster than you can say “algorithm update” (let alone spell it), but the human bit? That’s timeless.</p><p>This week, Siobhan Meaker and Claire Irving from Better Strategic Consultancy dig into what responsible marketing really means in the AI era (and why it’s not as serious or soulless as it sounds). From hospice humour to BookBench bingo, they explore how joy, empathy and respect can turn everyday comms into something that genuinely connects.</p><p>And there’s a One Thing Better challenge at the end to help you shift your own marketing mindset - and it might surprise you.</p><p>Want to dive deeper? Read Siobhan’s blog <a href="https://www.betterconsult.co.uk/post/should-i-retrain-in-plumbing-some-joyful-truths-about-responsible-marketing" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">(aka Should I retrain in plumbing? )</a> for more on joyful, human-centred marketing, or reach out via <a href="https://www.betterconsult.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">betterconsult.co.uk</a> to chat about how Better can help your organisation find its spark.</p>

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What is One Thing Better?

What’s one small shift that could change everything?

Hosted by strategy, leadership and creative facilitation experts Claire Irving and Siobhan Meaker of Better Strategic Consultancy, One Thing Better delivers short, sharp sparks of inspiration for work that really works - especially in the charity, not-for-profit and purpose-led space.

Each episode shares an idea, insight or practical tool to help you move from stuck to strategic.

This podcast promises no flipcharts. Minimal waffle. Just better.

Find more Claire and Siobhan at www.betterconsult.co.uk

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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