by Omnicor
Our podcast about the science of business! At Omnicor, we’re driven to understand as much as possible in the current organisational and people development space. Each episode will feature fascinating guests who will share tools and the latest thinking to help grow your own career or improve your team or business.
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March 6, 2026
<p>In this episode of the Radio Omnicor podcast we’re exploring one of the most overlooked yet powerful skills in leadership, <strong>listening. </strong>Our guest is <strong>Oscar Trimboli</strong>, author, speaker, and mentor, whose life’s work is dedicated to helping leaders and teams listen beyond the words. </p><p>Oscar is the host of the award-winning <strong>Deep Listening Podcast</strong>, has spoken with audiences around the world, and is the author of How to Listen: Discover the Hidden Key to Better Communication. This episode is a little different. Instead of shaping the questions ourselves, we started by listening first, inviting our community to share what they most wanted to know about listening in the workplace and in life. Together, we’ll explore how to listen when emotions run high, when interruption can deepen understanding, and how leaders can model present listening in their teams.</p><p>🔗 Connect with Oscar Trimboli on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscartrimboli/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscartrimboli/</u></a> </p><p>📱Listen to Oscar’s podcast: <a href="https://www.oscartrimboli.com/podcasts/"><u>https://www.oscartrimboli.com/podcasts/</u></a> </p><p>🌐 Visit us: <a href="http://www.omnicor.co.za"><u>www.omnicor.co.za</u></a> 📬 Contact: <a href="mailto:info@omnicor.co.za"><u>info@omnicor.co.za</u></a> 📱 Listen on Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts</p><p>🎙 <strong>Produced by:</strong> Siye Dlamini</p><p><br></p>
October 24, 2025
<p>In this episode of Radio Omnicor’s ongoing Leadership Series, Colleen McLintock is joined by her co-host Dr Hilton Rudnick for a conversation with Shaun Laffer, an experienced business leader who bridges the worlds of finance, operational leadership, and brand building.</p><p>Shaun began his career as a chartered accountant, developing strong foundations in capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and financial strategy. He later transitioned into executive leadership roles across trading, distribution, and consumer goods businesses. His tenure as Chief Executive Officer of Sunpac provided him with deep exposure to the personal care and wellness industry, where he led brand growth, operational scale, and leadership team development.</p><p>In this episode, Shaun shares his reflections on scaling organisations, leading through complexity, and balancing strategic discipline with consumer-centred brand thinking.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔍 We explore:</strong></p><ul><li><p>The link between financial rigour and sustainable growth</p></li><li><p>How to build brands that deliver long-term value</p></li><li><p>Leadership lessons from acquisitions and business turnarounds</p></li><li><p>What it means to develop self-sufficient executive teams</p></li><li><p>How to stay focused and grounded in a fast-paced industry</p></li><li><p>What great leadership looks like in the world of consumer goods</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>👤 About Shaun Laffer:</strong></p><p>Shaun Laffer is a qualified chartered accountant and experienced executive with over twenty years in senior leadership roles. His career spans finance, operations, brand management, and organisational strategy. As the former Chief Executive Officer of Sunpac, Shaun played a key role in scaling the business and driving innovation in the personal care and wellness space. He continues to work with businesses on leadership and strategic growth initiatives.</p><p>🔗 Connect with Shaun Laffer on LinkedIn</p><p>🌐 Learn more about Sunpac at www.sunpac.co.za </p><p><br>🎙 <strong>Produced by:</strong> Siye Dlamini</p><p>🌐 Visit us: www.omnicor.co.za</p><p>📬 Contact: info@omnicor.co.za</p>
September 12, 2025
<p>In this episode of <strong>Radio Omnicor</strong>, we dive into the complex world of psychometrics — not just the tools themselves, but the philosophy, purpose, and challenges behind them. We’re joined by <strong>Andreas Wettstein</strong>, a seasoned expert with decades of experience in assessment strategy, and <strong>Mathew Webb</strong>, Head of Assessments at Omnicor, who brings both technical and practical insight into how psychometrics drives better decision-making.</p><p>Together, we explore what separates robust, predictive tools from trendy distractions, and what it really takes to build an ethical, impactful assessment culture.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we explore:</strong></p><ul><li><p>The biggest problems in how psychometrics are applied in organisations</p></li><li><p>What truly predicts performance in high-stakes environments</p></li><li><p>The future of gamified assessments</p></li><li><p>Why we need to be cautious of typologies like MBTI, Enneagram, and DISC</p></li><li><p>The persistent problem with Maslow’s hierarchy in corporate thinking</p></li><li><p>Fit vs. stretch: how to approach building teams through assessment</p></li><li><p>Key questions HR should ask before adopting any tool</p></li><li><p>The elements of a healthy, values-driven assessment culture</p></li></ul><p><strong>About our guests</strong></p><p><strong>Andreas Wettstein</strong> is a leader in the field of psychometrics and organisational development, known for his strategic thinking and straight talk about the strengths and limitations of assessment tools.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wettstein"><u>Connect with Andreas on LinkedIn</u></a></p><p><strong>Mathew Webb</strong> is Omnicor’s Head of Assessments. With deep expertise in psychometric architecture and application, Mathew is passionate about ensuring assessments serve both the organisation and the individual. He plays a pivotal role in guiding clients through tool selection and implementation with rigour and integrity.🔗 <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-webb-4284a452/"><u>Connect with Mathew on LinkedIn</u></a></p><p><br>🎙 <strong>Produced by:</strong> Siye Dlamini</p><p>📬 <strong>Contact us:</strong> info@omnicor.co.za</p><p>🌐 <strong>Visit:</strong> <a href="https://www.omnicor.co.za"><u>www.omnicor.co.za</u></a></p>
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Our podcast about the science of business!
At Omnicor, we’re driven to understand as much as possible in the current organisational and people development space. Each episode will feature fascinating guests who will share tools and the latest thinking to help grow your own career or improve your team or business.
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