CONNECT THREE

Congratulations to the latest cohort to complete Scottish Enterprise Essential Leadership programme! I had the pleasure of facilitating the cohort on behalf of CONNECT THREE. The programme really supports the delegates to reflect on the role of leader in the modern workplace, connect to their values, and to unlock more innovation and creativity to drive their business’s forward. One of the key benefits is the opportunity to work with individuals from completely different sectors and to learn from each other, transfer best practices and build relationships that can last beyond the programme. If it is time to sharpen your saw, get in touch with Scottish Enterprise, CONNECT THREE , or simply drop me a note and I can help you register for a future cohort. Those who have already taken the leap highly recommend it!

Did you know your personal wellbeing is your competitive edge? We hosted our first Energise Wellbeing for Performance event this morning. Our wellbeing expert Kyle walked us through our own personal roadmap. We explored mistakes we make as leaders, business impact, community and individual goals. Danny, Katy, Mercy & Amanda left us with some practical takeaways when thinking about wellbeing at work: ✨ When are we scheduling meetings? ✨ How are we reacting to chaos? ✨ Is the founder / CEO leading the purpose? ✨ How do we break down our work year? ✨ How much info prevents Sunday night dread? ✨ What assumptions are we making? Thank you to our friends The Social Hub (B Corp™) for collaborating together on this event. As fellow B Corps, community and wellbeing is at the heart of our own b corps and how we do business. We couldn’t think of a better partner! Thanks James, Luciano.

How do we grow Consciously? Asked The Social Hub (B Corp™)’s Director of impact Amber Westerborg two years ago. The Social Hub is IN BUSINESS to “create better communities together”. They have a social business model, and yet, they’re keen as they grow, to ensure they’re doing the best thing for people and planet. The answer? Use the B Corp Framework, Business Model and Community to inspire and challenge them to grow in a way that accelerates social, economic and environmental change. Privileged to have Amber as guest speaker on our CONNECT THREE Glasgow B Corp Accelerator where she blew us away with the incredible work the business is doing and the passion at which she talked about her work and plans for the future - we all want an Amber on our team now! How to grow consciously? Set an Intention to be a force for good Lock it into your business model Look for a framework to follow Get everyone on board and involved Set goals and standards for yourselves Join a community of good practice Evidence your impact Get support B Corp or not - this is great advice for any leader, any business to grow in a way that’s sustainable for you, your people, and the planet. Here’s to good business being the ONLY way, and I’m excited for all the businesses in our cohort who’ve been inspired by the work of this successful social business model. Interested in hearing more about growing sustainably? Get in touch, we should talk! #BCorp #BCorpMonth #Impact #SustainableBusiness #Scotland #PositiveLeadership #Glasgow #LeadPowerfulImpact #Leadership

What if we told you that workplace wellbeing isn’t just about ‘feeling good’—it’s about driving real business results? Leaders often ask us: “How can I support my team’s wellbeing without lowering productivity?” The answer is simple: wellbeing and performance go hand in hand. Research shows that happy, healthy employees are more engaged, innovative, and productive—but making this a reality in your organisation takes more than just fruit baskets and yoga sessions. That’s where Energising Wellbeing for Performance comes in. We’ll share expert insights, practical strategies, and real-world solutions to help you build a workplace where people thrive and perform at their best. Ready to lead the change? Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eTtHsHxW 📅 27 March | 📍 The Social Hub (B Corp™) | 🚀 For leaders, HR, and people-focused teams Katy Morrison (Assoc. CIPD) Kyle Young James Ferguson Rennie Luciano Mercado Emma Marriott COLIN LAMB Chart. MCIPD

Our Senior HR Consultant Neil Ferguson has over 15 years experience rolling his sleeves up to support clients of all shapes and sizes with their recruitment, retention, hiring and HR processes. You name it - he's probably seen it... Our next webinar is an opportunity to pick his brains, with a Q&A following a session exploring: • Role mapping and skills identification • Where to advertise and how to present your org as an attractive place to work • Selection methods, Employer Branding and importance of positive culture • Onboarding, Talent development and progression pathways Link to sign up in comments! (see you there 👋)

Earlier this year, we applied for the first time to the Great Place To Work UK awards. After our initial entry placed us in the 97th percentile, we were super proud to be invited to the #UkBestWorkplaces award night in London to find out where we placed in the top 100 UK SMEs. As a people based consultancy, we help businesses build great workplaces—so it’s only right that we hold ourselves to the same standard. That’s why being recognised in the Great Place to Work UK Top 100 matters. It’s not just an award; it’s proof that we live our values. It strengthens our credibility, helps attract top talent, and shows clients that we practice what we preach. Most importantly, it reflects the culture we’ve built together—one where people feel valued, engaged, and inspired. Incredibly last night, with our first ever entry, at # 37 in the UK!!🕺🏻💃🏻 🎉 #BeBold #BeCurious #BeLimitless #BeYou #GPTW

 **ONE DAY LEFT TO APPLY** on the exceptional Better Society Programme 📍 The Social Hub Glasgow 📅 Tuesday 29 April - Friday, 2 May 2025     Apply right here, right now: https://bit.ly/4gVG3F0 If you are a forward-thinking mid-career, emerging social leader, entrepreneur, researcher, working independently or with a non-profit, start-up or B Corp organisation - committed to advancing sustainability, leveraging business as a force for social impact, and achieving Net Zero goals   TSH Talent Foundation x Digital Society School will be hosting an immersive learning journey. This is a unique opportunity for passionate, purpose-driven mid-career professionals looking to elevate their sustainability impact.   Our Speaker Line-up: We’ve pulled out all the stops, gathering a dream team of trailblazers making waves in sustainability, net-zero, and social impact. Yes, we’re name-dropping... but only because it’s worth it. Clover Hogan (Climate Activist & Founder of Force of Nature) Ally Mitchell (Founder of Ocean Plastic Pots) Laura Young (Environmental Scientist & Activist) @Mattia Romani (Sustainability Economist) Charlie MacGregor (CEO & Founder of The Social Hub) Trix van der Vleuten (CMO, The Social Hub) Amber Westerborg (Director of Sustainability & Impact, The Social Hub) Frank Uffen (Chairman, TSH Talent Foundation) Anna Campbell-Jones (Founder, Habitus) Alison McRae FRSA (Glasgow Chamber of Commerce) Ellen Ormesher (Reporter at DeSmog) COLIN LAMB (Founder & Chief Explorer, Connect Three) Christopher Marquis (Author & Professor, University of Cambridge) ...and many more to come! 

It's been just over a week since our flagship conference landed in Glasgow - take a look at the highlights below... We brought together industry leaders to discuss impact investing, innovation, and sustainable growth in Scotland. An inspiring day full of brilliant conversation and insights, thanks to all who came along! #InvestingWithImpact

If you want to build a high-performing, resilient team, there’s still time to grab your spot at Energising Wellbeing for Performance! This isn’t just another wellbeing event. C3 are partnering with The Social Hub (B Corp™) to bring you a full packed line up including: Guest speakers: ⚡ Katy Morrison (Assoc. CIPD) Head of Performance & Culture for C3 💫 Amanda Kerley COO at employee engagement platform Trickle 🚀 Danny Campbell Founder of HOKO + BBC presenter 💪 Mercy Abel Impact & Marketing Lead at John Doe 🔋 and an opportunity for you to dive into wellbeing on a personal impact level with Kyle Young Elite Professional Body Transformationalist + Wellbeing Expert at C3. We'll look at: - How to embed wellbeing into your leadership approach. - Why burnout is killing performance—and what to do about it. - Practical tools to create a culture where people & business thrive. 📅 27th March | 📍 Social Hub, Glasgow | 🎟️ Limited seats remaining! Don’t miss this opportunity to rethink workplace wellbeing. Link in comments 🚀

Jordan Kay is leading the next strategic workshop for business leaders, hosted by Skills Development Scotland. In today’s fast-moving world, successful businesses must be agile, resilient, and forward-thinking. But with the daily demands of running a company, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture and get caught up in the weeds. What You’ll Gain from This Session: 🚀 Understand why clear goals & objectives are essential for sustainable growth 🎯 Learn goal-setting frameworks to identify and track your top business priorities 💡 Explore the mindset & discipline needed to turn strategy into action 🛠️ Engage in practical exercises to start shaping your 2025 business objectives Take this opportunity to shift your focus from day-to-day tasks to strategic, high-impact goals that will drive your business forward in 2025. Link to register is in the comments!