Off The Lead

In continuation from the last 'sales' episode I mention briefly the phenomenon of how what you say isn't necessarily what people hear. Something to think about the next time you're in the dog house with herself/himself etc.I also mention that I've fiddled with the settings of how I record the solo podcasts so it should stream/download 4 times faster and hoover up a quarter of your data from this episode on. So apologies for being such a degenerate!As always I can be reached on imoffthelead@gmail.com and supported on www.patreon.com/offtheleadThanks for listening, liking, reviewing, sharing, supporting and commenting,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I've tried to get guests on from different 'loops' as I call them. Different sports, occupations, experiences, preferences etc. And today I speak of one of my own loops, sales. Specifically a few sales tactics that I'm very aware of but presumably most people aren't.I also mention the idea of starting a blog, 'Off The Lead and in Writing'. Anyone with any tips on do's and dont's etc would be appreciated.As always you can contact me directly on imoffthelead@gmail.comThanks for listening,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I spill the beans on my actions recently. Something happened which I think might resonate with a few of you and it'd be great to get some feedback. Is what I did what you might expect? Off the wall bat shit crazy or something else entirely? Maybe this is a well known phenomenon? Who knows. I don't!I also mention briefly the utility in being a wide achiever as opposed to a narrow one and throw in an analogy or two as is becoming the norm.Your thoughts, opinions and comments generally are greatly appreciated and can be sent directly to me at imoffthelead@gmail.comThanks for listening,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I examine some feedback I received over the weekend. Namely that I swear too much, the van is too loud/annoying/distracting etc and that the conversations I've been having with people (and myself!) have been a nice break from the usual chatter we typically have with each other.I also announce an invitation to anyone who would like to join me on one of my deliveries to maybe discuss something that's come up on the podcast or maybe something that hasn't. This might be of interest to someone who wouldn't be on for being recorded - On The Lead and Off The Record!As always, your feedback is greatly appreciated and can be sent to imoffthelead@gmail.com and thanks again to everyone supporting me on www.patreon.com/offtheleadFran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever flown in or out of Dublin airport? Ever notice that a flight either takes off or lands every minute or so? Well Donal, as an air traffic controller sheds some light on what's going on behind the scenes that keeps us all safe in our ever busier skies.Donal then gives a very frank and honest account of his son Oscar's condition, Autism. By his own admission he is no expert or spokesperson but to me at least, hearing about the condition from someone who's 'in the trenches' was very eye opening to say the least.As always, I can be reached via imoffthelead@gmail.com.Stay off the lead,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you don't like when I go off on tangents, maybe skip this one.#OffTheLeadimoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Really beginning to flesh out what the solo episodes are going to be moving forward. Me, examining what I am, to explain who I am, in order to dictate who I will become.And most importantly, doing so on my terms, not the listeners.So come join me. Or don't. Enjoy! (Or not)Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I get to grips with what I'm at. Or at least try to. The solo episodes have sideblinded me to a certain degree and as I'm on the final stretch of the 40, I've started to really try and figure out what they are/will be.So, at this point at least, I feel like this episode is indicative of what's to come. Essentially just me, doing what I can to 'get out of my own way' and see where I take myself.It's even more tangential than before but hopefully in a good way!As always I can be reached at imoffthelead@gmail.comThanks for listening,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's been a while. As I outline at the outset, I haven't been recording/uploading solo episodes for a while now due to the passing of herselfs dad.This inevitably led me to speak briefly about death. A topic unfortunately not discussed (At least in my circles) outside of the loss of someone, which I would argue is a great shame Given that it's coming for us all sooner or later.That being said, it was good to get back at it. I'm going to try and use the remaining 10 episodes to hopefully figure out what the solo episodes will be like in future. Your help here would be greatly appreciated.I can be reached as always at imoffthelead@gmail.com so if you've any ideas as to how I might continue, what I might do more/less of etc it would be greatly appreciated.Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Myself and Pat start things off by discussing language. Which is interesting because having listened to it back, that's what we end up talking about. In between, we cover the difference between 'mental health and 'emotional wellbeing', ethics, productivity, Jordan Peterson (Pat's not a fan) and even the differences between men and women. #TriggerWarningWe also manage to squeeze in mention of Pats podcast, the "All about YEW" podcast. And indeed his own efforts to help improve the world. Check out the following link to get a better insight into what Pat's all about.http://youremotionalwellbeing.blogspot.ie/2018/04/mental-health-is-old-news.htmlAs always, get in touch, get involved, if your only listening your missing the point. #MoreThanJustAPodcastStay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bangin' 'em out!Know anything about 'Facebook groups'? I'd love to hear from you, let me know any tips and tricks you might have in relation to how I can grow the Off The Lead 'community' and further the cause.User engagement is where it's at, I think!I had an unexpected visitor at around 20 minutes or so, some fella looking for directions, needless to say he doesnt know he's online for the world to hear! What would he have said or done differently had he known he was being recorded?.....that just might be the topic of the next episode.Oh and before I forget, I'm on Patreon so follow the link and support what you want to see more of in this world! www.patreon.com/offtheleadFran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

40 podcasts in 40 days is so close I can smell it!Expect a flourish of solo episodes this week!In this episode my internal dialogue speaks of all things 'spin'. What we tell ourselves and the effect that this has on our lives and undoubtedly everyone around us. Our thoughts as well as our actions create the world we live in, so get yourself off the lead and take some control of your life!Thoughts etc to imoffthelead@gmail.comOh and I keep forgetting to mention I'm on patreon, www.patreon.com/offthelead and support what you want to see more of in this world!Stay off the lead,Fran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever watched a movie and as soon as it finished you wanted to watch it again? Well that's what this conversation was like. I thoroughly enjoyed making this recording but admittedly not as much as I did listening back to it.To say that joy is 'Off The lead' is to put it as mildly as it can be put. An extremely thoughtful character and someone I'd love to have back on again. And again.If your enjoying these conversations and you want to support them, you can. Tell someone about them. Whatsapp them a screenshot, share it to your 'group'. Whatever. Support what you would like to see more of in this world.Want to come on? Know someone who'd be a good guest?Get in touch,imoffthelead@gmail.comFran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sometimes you just gotta go all in!Mercy Killing, sex workers and "creation" oh my.Disagree with anything/everything I said today?You know what to do... imoffthelead@gmail.comThink what I'm doing should be supported?You know what to do... www.patreon.com/offthelead See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In for a penny.....My opinion is up for grabs if anyone has any logical, rational, reasonable or intelligent reason to disagree with anything I say. On this topic or any other.You'll reach me directly at imoffthelead@gmail.comYou can support 'Off The Lead' by contributing to www.patreon.com/offthelead See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hold onto your knickers, this one skirts a few controversial topics, namely racism, bigotry, misogyny and babies not breathing.Hopefully this episode gives you food for thought, as is partly the whole point of these solo episodes. Hopefully it'll maybe help change your mind on a few things and hopefully you'll get to hear my mind being changed in real time sometime soon. Because I/we are wrong. About loads of things. And that's the real utility in conversation, it allows you have your views challenged....and changed.So hopefully I've helped more than I've hindered with this episode.If you've anything you'd like me to cover, let me know,imoffthelead@gmail.comFran. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Twice in one day wha!Given that it wasn't 6am and I'd recorded 2 solo podcasts I thought I'd mention the utility in getting up earlier than usual. But also point out a trap or two that you can easily fall into having bitten the bullet and dragged your ass out of bed that bit earlier.I also outline 'extreme ownership' a philosophy of sorts laid out by a navy seal, Jocko Willink, who I highly recommend you check out.Also, if I havn't mentioned it yet, I've a patreon account, so be sound!imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thought I'd bring you for a drive with me this morning, audio is a bit sketchy from about halfway through but just about good enough, not to be expected in future, call it teething problems.Aaaaaaanyway, hope your enjoying these solo episodes and if you are, you know what to do!imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Finally pulled my finger out and set up my Patreon page!All I have to do now is sit back and count the cash! Lawl!Today I talk about following the path of least resistance and how doing so will leave you festering in a sea of shit. I also talk about supporting what you want to see more of in this world and give an insight into where this whole Off The Lead 'thing' is headed.And I may have mentioned my new Patreon page.www.patreon/offtheleadStay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'm back running and eating clean and it shows!Was in great form today and I think that's fairly evident from the start but it just goes to show.... YOU CREATE YOUR OWN REALITY!Will have a Patreon account set up by the end of the day so go and support what you'd like to see more of in this world.Stay off the lead,Fran.imoffthelead@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.