The Bouncebackability Podcast

Tyler Grange Unplugged: Building Resilience and Embracing New Organisational Ideas | Episode 24

Rusty Earnshaw and Simon Ursell Season 3 Episode 24

In today’s episode, Rusty and Simon, co-founder of Tyler Grange, sit down with four key members of the TG family to dive deep into what makes this forward-thinking organisation tick. 

Covering key themes such as embracing change, cultural innovation, and building resilience - including bold moves like implementing the four-day workweek - the discussion highlights each guest's unique values around the organisation's approach to mentoring, personal growth, and creating a supportive, flexible work environment focused on employee wellbeing.


[00:50] Julian Arthur — Technical Director

Julian Arthur joined Tyler Grange in January 2010 from Waterman Group. As Technical Director, he leads on innovation, tackling complex projects as an Ecologist and expert witness. Passionate about green infrastructure, Julian works to balance the needs of wildlife, people, and clients while mentoring the next generation of environmental leaders.


[08:00] Jon Berry — Managing Director

Jon Berry joined Tyler Grange in January 2010 and currently holds the position of Managing Director. With over 25 years of experience as a chartered Landscape Architect and qualified Arboricultural Consultant, Jon is responsible for the business’s performance and strategy. He is deeply committed to living the company’s values and exploring new ideas, innovations, and collaborations.


[29:54] Carly Goodman-Smith — Operations Director

Carly Goodman-Smith, Operations Director and committed Ecologist, joined Tyler Grange in June 2010. Driven by the core values of TG, Carly is passionate about mentoring and continuously improving the business to benefit everyone.


[45:50] James Harmer — Finance Director

James Harmer joined Tyler Grange in May 2019, bringing his financial expertise from the Environment Agency. As Finance Director, his mission is clear: to ensure the business has the cash flow and profitability needed to grow, thrive, and support a happy, successful team.


In this episode:

[00:02:11] How Rusty’s influence and the concept of "dream catching" shape career development at Tyler Grange.

[00:04:03] How Tyler Grange supports self-driven growth, offering personal and professional development opportunities without forcing involvement.

[00:09:02] Examining strategies for building a strong culture and helping employees cope with external challenges.

[00:16:38] The importance of embracing change in an organisation’s identity and its impact on employee alignment and recruitment at Tyler Grange.

[00:34:35] Carly Goodman-Smith talks about how a safe space for sharing ideas and feedback at Tyler Grange fosters resilience.


Connect with Tyler Grange here:

https://tylergrange.co.uk/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tylergrange/


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