Being Human Hidden Depths

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Gill Tiney of Collaboration Global in conversation with guests who share their wisdom accumulated from the experiences of their lives. They are simply Human Beings with Hidden Depths - just like you! Music by One Man 6 Strings production.

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August 20, 202654 min

Zuhayr Ahmed - AI Won’t Replace Engineers but Engineers Who Use AI Will Replace Those Who Don’t

What happens when a 21-year-old entrepreneur, AI engineer, and computer science graduate steps into one of the fastest-changing industries in the world?In this episode of Being Human, Hidden Depths, host Gill Tiney sits down with Zuhayr Ahmed, a young AI engineer and entrepreneur from Lahore, Pakistan, to explore his journey from gaming and fixing computers as a child to building businesses, developing AI solutions, and navigating the rapidly evolving world of technology.Zuhayr shares how his cousin inspired him to pursue computer science, how he built his first business with friends, and why he believes the future lies in moving from traditional service-based work toward product-based software businesses.The conversation also dives into one of the biggest questions of our time: Will AI replace people—or will it replace the people who refuse to adapt?Together, Gill and Zuhayr explore: 🤖 How AI is changing software development and business 💡 Why AI is a tool for acceleration, not necessarily replacement 🚀 Zuhayr's journey from university to entrepreneurship 🌍 Building a technology business from Pakistan 📱 The rise of AI-powered product development 🧠 Why human expertise still matters in an AI-first world ⚠️ The growing concern around AI-generated misinformation and deception 🔄 The shift from service-based businesses to product-based companies 🌱 What the next generation of entrepreneurs can learn from the AI revolution Zuhayr's perspective offers a fascinating look at technology through the eyes of someone who has grown up alongside computers and is now helping shape what comes next.Is AI really coming for your job—or is it changing what your job needs to become?🎙️ Host: Gill Tiney 💡 Guest: Zuhayr Ahmed 🎧 Podcast: Being Human, Hidden Depths — Collaboration Global

August 18, 202651 min

Dana Theus on Authentic Leadership & Empowerment | Unlocking Feminine Power in Leadership

What does it really mean to unlock feminine power in leadership—and why does it matter for everyone? In this episode of Being Human, Hidden Depths by Collaboration Global, we speak with Dana Theus, leadership coach and advocate for unlocking feminine power in leadership. Dana shares her journey from marketing consultant to leadership coach and explores how traditional leadership models have often been shaped around masculine-coded traits, leaving other powerful human capabilities underused. In this conversation, we explore: What feminine power really means in leadership Internal vs. external power Why authenticity is essential to effective leadership How women can step into their leadership power without sacrificing who they are Balancing empathy with difficult decisions The concept of “tough love” in leadership Why great leaders need both compassion and courage How leaders can expand beyond their natural strengths Neurodiversity, leadership and the importance of understanding our individual strengths How leaders can grow by stepping outside their comfort zones Building workplaces and cultures rooted in humanity, connection and empowerment Dana’s central message is powerful: great leadership isn't about choosing between strength and compassion it’s about learning to hold both. 🎙️ About Collaboration Global Collaboration Global is a community built around connection, collaboration and bringing more humanity into the way we work and lead. Subscribe for more conversations exploring the hidden depths behind the people, ideas and missions changing the world.

July 30, 20261 hr 1 min

Melissa Davis: The Future of Collaboration: Building Human-Centered Ecosystems in an AI-Driven World

What does the future of entrepreneurship look like in a world transformed by AI, disruption, and rapid change?In this episode of Being Human: Hidden Depths, host Gill Tiney sits down with Melissa Davis, ecosystem builder and collaborative entrepreneurship advocate, for a thought-provoking conversation about why the future belongs to collaboration—not competition.Together they explore how entrepreneurs, founders, business leaders, and communities can move beyond outdated systems of hyper-competition and scarcity to create thriving ecosystems built on trust, contribution, vulnerability, and shared success.From the impact of AI on entrepreneurship to the importance of values, human connection, collaborative leadership, and creating resilient business communities, this episode challenges conventional thinking and offers a hopeful vision for the future of work.In this episode, you'll discover: Why collaboration is becoming the new competitive advantage Building entrepreneurial ecosystems instead of isolated businesses How AI is reshaping entrepreneurship and leadership The shift from competition and scarcity to abundance The importance of vulnerability in business communities Creating sustainable networks that generate opportunities Values-based entrepreneurship and purpose-driven leadership Human connection as the foundation of future business success Why diverse perspectives strengthen innovation Preparing for the next era of entrepreneurship Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, business owner, community builder, coach, consultant, or simply passionate about the future of work, this conversation offers practical insights into building stronger relationships, resilient businesses, and collaborative ecosystems that benefit everyone.

July 19, 202651 min

Scott Cundill | The Future of Business is Human | Why AI Can Never Replace Trust & Relationships

In this thought-provoking episode of Being Human: Hidden Depths, host Gill Tiney sits down with entrepreneur, global connector, and My Most Trusted founder Scott Cundill for a fascinating conversation about the future of business, authentic networking, human relationships, and why trust will become the world's most valuable currency in the age of AI. Scott shares insights from living across South Africa, Australia, Europe, and Japan, exploring how meaningful human connections shape both our personal lives and professional success. Together, Gill and Scott discuss why genuine introductions outperform cold outreach, how technology has changed the way we connect, and why businesses that prioritize relationships over automation will thrive in the future. The conversation also explores ancient wisdom, human potential, intuition, AI, networking, referrals, collaboration, and why building trusted communities may be the most important business strategy of the next decade. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, coach, consultant, leader, or professional looking to grow your network with authenticity, this episode offers practical insights and a refreshing perspective on what truly drives long-term success. 🎙️ In This Episode: Why trust is becoming the world's most valuable business asset AI vs human connection: finding the right balance The future of networking and relationship-driven business Why referrals outperform traditional marketing Building communities instead of databases The psychology behind authentic introductions How meaningful conversations create lasting opportunities Human potential, intuition, and ancient wisdom Scarcity vs abundance in business Creating genuine business relationships that last 🔗 Connect with Scott Cundill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottcundill/ 🔗 Connect with Gill Tiney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilltineycollaborationglobal/ 🌐 Collaboration Global Website: https://collaborationglobal.org/ 🔗 Join a Collaboration Global Event https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/collaboration-global-events If you're passionate about leadership, business growth, AI, collaboration, networking, entrepreneurship, referrals, human potential, authentic leadership, trust, meaningful relationships, and the future of work, subscribe for more conversations from Being Human: Hidden Depths.

June 25, 202657 min

Sunil Bhaskaran: Forgiveness, Purpose, AI & What It Means to Be Human

In this profound episode of Being Human: Hidden Depths, host Gill Tiney sits down with leadership coach, entrepreneur, and transformational thinker Sunil Bhaskaran for a conversation that explores the depths of human resilience, healing, leadership, and purpose.Sunil shares his extraordinary personal journey through childhood trauma, military imprisonment, forgiveness, and self-discovery. Through decades of deep inquiry, mentoring, and personal development, he developed six core cornerstones that guide his life and work: Creativity, Abundance, Integrity, Wellbeing, Making a Difference, and Meaningful Connection.Together, Gill and Sunil explore what it truly means to be human, how our values shape our lives, the role of forgiveness in personal freedom, and why meaningful human connection is becoming increasingly important in an AI-driven world.This episode is packed with wisdom for leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, professionals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.🎙️ In This Episode: • Overcoming trauma and finding healing • The transformative power of forgiveness • Creativity as a cornerstone of human potential • Redefining abundance beyond money • Integrity and authentic leadership • The importance of wellbeing and self-awareness • Meaningful connection in a disconnected world • AI, humanity, and the future of leadership • Ontology and the question: "What does it mean to be human?" 🔗 Connect with Sunil Bhaskaran LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/sunilbhaskaranspeaker 🔗 Connect with Gill Tiney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilltineycollaborationglobal/ 🌐 Collaboration Global Website: https://collaborationglobal.org/ 🔗 Meeting Link Which is from this link https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/collaboration-global-guest-sessions-3736159 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, personal growth, collaboration, business transformation, human potential, and the future of work

June 5, 202642 min

Sacha Hughes: From Heartbreak to Healing Through Writing

YouTube Description (SEO Optimised)Sacha Hughes joins Gill Tiney on the Collaboration Global Podcast to share her powerful journey through grief, addiction, divorce, self-discovery, and ultimately self-love.After losing her mother to cancer at the age of 24, Sacha spent years searching for happiness in all the wrong places — navigating London's party culture, struggling with grief, and looking for external validation to fill an internal void. Following a difficult divorce and years of personal healing, she discovered the transformative power of self-love, mindfulness, forgiveness, and personal growth.Sacha also discusses her debut novel, Love, Grief and More Sex Than Pinot, a witty and deeply relatable story inspired by her own experiences. Through the character of Soho Summers, she explores love, loss, healing, friendship, and the journey of finding yourself when life doesn't go according to plan.Together, Gill Tiney and Sacha Hughes explore grief, motherhood, emotional resilience, self-worth, spirituality, healing after heartbreak, and why the most important relationship you'll ever have is the one with yourself.This conversation is filled with honesty, humour, wisdom, and hope for anyone navigating loss, personal transformation, or a search for deeper meaning in life.🎯 In this episode, we discuss: Losing a parent and the lifelong impact of grief Addiction, escapism, and emotional healing Divorce as a catalyst for personal growth The journey from self-doubt to self-love Present moment living and the teachings of Eckhart Tolle Motherhood, resilience, and breaking generational cycles Finding purpose through writing and creativity The inspiration behind Love, Grief and More Sex Than Pinot Why healing starts from within Building confidence, self-worth, and emotional freedom If conversations like this resonate with you, there is a space where these reflections continue.You're welcome to join the guest meetings at Collaboration Global. For 90 minutes, people from different paths come together simply to connect, collaborate, and grow — sharing ideas, perspectives, and possibilities in a way that goes deeper than traditional networking.There are thoughtful conversations. Stories from people building meaningful work. And a room where people genuinely listen.Join a Collaboration Global Guest Session: Collaboration Global Guest Session KeywordsSacha Hughes, Gill Tiney, grief and healing, self love journey, personal development podcast, emotional healing, overcoming grief, losing a parent, divorce recovery, addiction recovery, mindfulness, Eckhart Tolle, power of now, self worth, women's empowerment, motherhood, personal transformation, Love Grief and More Sex Than Pinot, Soho Summers, Collaboration Global Podcast

May 25, 20261 hr 6 min

Andrew Miller on Business Enjoyment & Resilience How to Stay Positive in Business

In this insightful episode of the Collaboration Global Podcast, host sits down with to discuss resilience, mindset, mental wellbeing, and how business owners can navigate uncertainty without losing themselves in the process. Andrew shares powerful insights on business enjoyment, coaching, listening, emotional resilience, and why success should be measured by more than just money. Together, Jill and Andrew explore topics including entrepreneurship during difficult economic times, mental wellbeing for business owners, handling business setbacks, leadership, purpose-driven business, and the changing definition of success in today’s world. This conversation is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, coaches, founders, business leaders, and anyone struggling with stress, burnout, or uncertainty in business. Topics Covered: Business enjoyment and purpose-driven entrepreneurship Mental wellbeing for entrepreneurs Leadership and resilience during difficult times Coaching, listening, and asking better questions How to stay positive when business feels uncertain Business mindset and personal growth Entrepreneurship after failure The future of business and human connection Why success is about more than money If you enjoy conversations around business growth, mindset, leadership, purpose, and collaboration, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes from the Collaboration Global Podcast. Join our guest meeting - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/collaboration-global-guest-session-online-tickets-192260726007 ' Gill's Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilltineycollaborationglobal/ Andrew Miller's Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewrmiller/

May 22, 20261 hr 3 min

Barry Shore :Transformed Paralysis Into a Global Movement of Giving

In this inspiring episode of the Collaboration Global Podcast, host Gill Tiney sits down with Barry Shore—widely known as the “Ambassador of Joy”—to discuss resilience, purpose-driven living, charitable giving, and the revolutionary Everywhere Card initiative designed to raise $1 billion for charity without costing donors a penny.Barry shares his extraordinary personal journey after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome at age 55, which left him completely paralyzed. Rather than allowing adversity to define him, Barry transformed his experience into a global mission focused on joy, service, collaboration, and impact.Together, Gill and Barry explore the power of mindset, reframing challenges, building meaningful connections, and how innovation can help rebuild a culture of giving in the digital age. Through the Everywhere Card partnership with Visa, users can support charities automatically through everyday purchases while spreading positivity around the world.🎯 What You’ll Learn: How Barry transformed paralysis into purpose and impact The mission behind the Everywhere Card and how it supports charities globally Why “SMILE” stands for Seeing Miracles in Life Every Day How regular giving can rebuild the “giving muscle” in society The importance of collaboration, imagination, and positive thinking How purpose-driven businesses can create lasting change Barry’s philosophy on joy, discipline, determination, and service🌱 Why This Matters for Individuals & Leaders:Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, changemaker, or someone navigating personal challenges, this episode offers powerful insights into resilience, generosity, and meaningful impact.You’ll discover how to: Shift adversity into opportunity Build stronger human connections through service Lead with joy and purpose Create business models that give back Develop a mindset rooted in gratitude and collaboration🌍 About the Episode:Barry Shore shares the deeply personal story of becoming quadriplegic due to Guillain-Barré syndrome and how that life-changing experience led him to dedicate his life to helping others. Through his Everywhere Card initiative, Barry aims to create a global movement of effortless giving by integrating charitable donations into everyday spending habits.Gill and Barry also dive into topics such as reframing life experiences, the power of imagination, collaboration for global good, and why kindness and contribution remain at the heart of meaningful leadership and business success.🔗 Connect & Explore: 👉 Host LinkedIn (Gill Tiney): / 👉 Website: https://collaborationglobal.org/ 👉 Join Our Community & Events: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/collabo 🚀 Who This Is For: Entrepreneurs and business leaders Purpose-driven professionals Nonprofit and charity advocates Individuals seeking motivation and resilience Anyone passionate about collaboration, kindness, and global impact People interested in mindset, personal growth, and positive leadership💬 Let’s Start a Conversation: What’s one challenge in your life that helped redefine your purpose? Share your thoughts in the comments below 👇

April 30, 202652 min

Steven Painter on Living with FND: Understanding the Freeze Response & Nervous System Overload

In this thought-provoking episode of the Collaboration Global Podcast, host Gill Tiney sits down with Steven Painter to explore the deeper realities of living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), the mind-body connection, and the hidden impact of stress and trauma on our nervous system. This conversation goes beyond labels and diagnoses, diving into the human experience behind chronic conditions and the resilience it takes to navigate them. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: Why prolonged stress and trauma can disrupt the nervous system How the “freeze” response differs from fight or flight—and why it’s often overlooked The concept of allostatic load and what “going through too much” really means How FND manifests both physically and mentally The importance of awareness and understanding in healing journeys 🌱 Why This Matters for Individuals & Leaders: If you're navigating stress, supporting others, or leading in high-pressure environments, this episode offers a powerful shift in perspective: 👉 Your body isn’t working against you—it’s responding to protect you. You’ll discover how to: Recognize early signs of nervous system overwhelm Build empathy for yourself and others Shift from judgment to understanding in mental health conversations Create safer, more supportive environments in work and life 🌍 About the Episode: Steven Painter shares his personal journey of being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder after experiencing the cumulative effects of stress, trauma, and life challenges. Through his story, he sheds light on how the nervous system can become stuck in a “freeze” state, and how this impacts daily life. This episode of the Collaboration Global Podcast explores the science, the lived experience, and the deeper emotional layers of what it means to live with FND—while also inspiring hope and awareness for others.

April 23, 20261 hr 0 min

Paul Nicholls From Sales to Social Impact - Building Crystal Kingdom & Referral-Driven Growth

In this powerful episode of the Being Human: Hidden Depths podcast, host Gill Tiney sits down with sales expert and social entrepreneur Paul Nicholls to explore a journey that blends purpose, profit, and impact. Paul shares how he transitioned from a successful career in financial services to building Crystal Kingdom—a unique social enterprise helping children discover their self-worth through storytelling, workshops, and his middle-grade fantasy book The Magical Secret of the Crystal Kingdom. 🌟 This episode dives deep into: How businesses can grow through referrals and word-of-mouth marketing The power of authentic sales and relationship-building A win-win model where companies gain clients while funding free mental health programs in schools Paul’s mission to reach 10% of UK schools in the next 5 years The importance of helping children build confidence, resilience, and purpose Whether you're an entrepreneur, educator, or someone passionate about meaningful impact, this conversation offers both practical insights and inspiring perspective. 🎯 Key Takeaways: Sustainable growth comes from consistent micro-actions Sales is about solving problems, not pushing products Purpose-driven businesses can create real societal change 📅 What’s Next: Paul will be sharing exclusive 10-minute teachings and a special Connect2Me talk—stay tuned! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that uncover the hidden depths of being human.