In this episode of Let’s Talk People Development with Luke & Danny, The Experience Illusion, the guys dive into a surprising phenomenon: the assumption that experience is always an advantage. Conventional wisdom suggests that seasoned professionals, with their extensive knowledge and honed skills, should naturally outperform their less experienced peers. But at Revolve, we’ve noticed something unexpected—junior professionals, fresh out of university or with little real-world experience, sometimes thrive in our training programmes, while their more experienced colleagues sometimes struggle. Why is that?

In Season 2, Episode 5 of Let’s Talk People Development with Luke & Danny, the guys tackle the common trap of perfectionism and how it can derail personal and professional growth. As it's the new year with everyone putting those resolutions or goals in place, they discuss the importance of celebrating every effort, no matter how small, and reframing setbacks as opportunities for learning. Instead of aiming for perfection, they advocate for focusing on consistent progress and embracing the journey of growth. The episode dives into practical strategies such as breaking down goals, reflecting on your motivations, and staying flexible when life throws curveballs. Whether you’re starting a new habit or pursuing a major milestone, this conversation reminds us that no effort is wasted, and even the tiniest wins deserve recognition. Tune in to discover how to make 2025 the year of trying, learning, and celebrating progress, not perfection!

In Make December Count, Luke & Danny dive into the common trap of losing motivation as December rolls in. With holidays and year-end distractions, many mentally check out, but it doesn’t have to be that way. They share actionable insights on staying focused, productive, and ending the year strong, not leaving things to the New Years Resolutions. Whether you’re a leader or a team member, discover strategies to break the cycle and make December truly count. Listen now, and don’t forget to rate and subscribe!

In Episode 3 of Let's Talk People Development with Luke & Danny, the duo delves into the critical reminder that Others May Have the Answers. Drawing from a recent challenge faced by the team at Revolve, Luke and Danny unpack the obstacles encountered, the collaborative approach they embraced, and the transformative results they’ve seen since. They explore the pitfalls of relying solely on oneself for solutions, emphasising that the insights you need to overcome challenges—or seize opportunities—may already reside with your colleagues, Line Managers, or team members.

Adding to the excitement, this episode features the season's first guest: James Robbins!

Join the conversation to discover the power of leveraging the collective knowledge, skills, and experiences of those around you.

In Episode 2 of Let's Talk People Development with Luke & Danny, we dive into The Feedback Effect—why feedback is essential even before coaching begins. Knowing what’s working (and what’s not) is key to growth, yet feedback remains an underused tool in so many workplaces. Luke and Danny discuss why feedback, when given thoughtfully and promptly, can create an immediate impact by clarifying strengths, identifying areas for improvement, and setting the stage for more effective coaching. After all, you don't know what you don't know.

Tune in to explore how building a strong foundation of feedback can drive development, improve performance, and enhance overall team dynamics.

In Season 2, Episode 1 of Let's Talk People Development, Luke and Danny are back and diving into the importance of hitting "Pause to Perform." They explore how they've taken time to pause and how that can boost performance, improve well-being, and enhance leadership skills. Tune in for the new season (with the fresh name and brand) of Let's Talk People Development with Luke & Danny, and don't forget to rate and subscribe.

Welcome to Season 2 of Let's Talk People Development with Luke & Danny! You might notice a fresh new look, but rest assured, the podcast you’ve come to know and love is still delivering the same great content. Luke and Danny are back with their trademark mix of insightful, witty, and entertaining discussions on all things learning and development. This season, expect even more in-depth conversations, expert interviews, and practical takeaways to help you grow as a leader and develop your team. Whether you're new to the show or a returning listener, Season 2 promises to keep you engaged and informed.

It's easy to assume that as we've been hybrid working since the start of the pandemic, now it's just the norm, but is it?

In the past couple of years have we just been responding to the restrictions placed upon us by the powers that be?

What we have now is *choice* and that is changing the conversations, creating different challenges and requiring us all to STOP! 🛑 and re-adjust.

We can't use the past two years as a case study for what we do next with hybrid working, we need to adjust to the changing needs of our people, customers and businesses.