The BIDx Podcast
The BIDx® Podcast is brought to you by APMP UK, the UK Chapter of the Association of Proposal Management professionals. We’re the worldwide authority for professionals dedicated to the process of winning business through proposals, bids, tenders, and presentations. And through each episode of our podcast, we offer our members and non-members access to unique insights from experts in their specialist field.
Episodes

Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Exploring the metaverse
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
We're thrilled to launch the next podcast in our series – Exploring the metaverse!
In this episode, our hosts Ollie Jones and Nat Beech are joined by Doug Lapsley, co-founder at World Space.
Together, they explore digital dimensions, the ethically ambiguous nature of the metaverse, and how to explore business opportunities in alternative realities!
Whether you're a new bid manager eager to learn the ropes, or a seasoned professional looking for fresh insights, tune in and let’s take a deep dive into the unknown!
#APMP #BidXPodcast #ProposalManagement #Storytelling #LifelongLearning #BidsAndProposals #Digital #Metaverse #AlternativeReality

Monday Oct 21, 2024
Powering a business on empathy
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
We're thrilled to launch Episode 3 of our podcast series – "Powering a business on empathy"
In this episode, our hosts Ollie Jones and Nat Beech are joined by Belinda Bianca Palmer – CEO of The Empathy Business. Together, they explore the concept of empathy, and the key role it plays for both bid and sales teams.
Would your business pass Belinda’s empathy test? Create the perfect balance of people and process to uncover your winning strategy and achieve success with the opportunities you pursue.
Whether you're a new bid manager eager to learn the ropes, or a seasoned professional looking for fresh insights, tune in and let’s delve into the important role that empathy plays.
#APMP #BidXPodcast #ProposalManagement #Storytelling #LifelongLearning #BidsAndProposals #Empathy #Leadership #SevenFactors

Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Season 1 Episode 2: AI wont steal your job
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
🎙️The APMP BIDx Podcast Episode Two has officially landed!🎉Join hosts Ollie Jones and Nat Beech as they dive into the game-changing world of Artificial Intelligence and its potential to transform the way businesses operate. In this exciting episode, we’re joined by Steve Latchem, a seasoned CTO and Strategic Advisor, who shares his insights on the future of AI and how it’s reshaping industries.From automation and data-driven decision-making to innovative solutions that streamline operations, Steve brings a wealth of experience to the table, offering valuable perspectives on what’s next for businesses navigating the AI revolution.Don’t miss this chance to explore the intersection of technology and business strategy – tune in now! 🚀#APMP #BIDxPodcast #ProposalManagement #ArtificalIntelligence #AI #BidsAndProposals #FutureReady ---This version broadens the appeal to various audiences, ensuring the episode resonates with both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the field.

Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Season 1 Episode 1: CEO in a Pirate Hat
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
🎙️**Exciting News! The APMP BIDx Podcast has officially launched!** 🎉
We're thrilled to kick off Season 1, Episode 1 with a fascinating fireside chat featuring Tom Cunliffe-Whitford, Pursuit Director at EY.
In this episode, *"CEO in a Pirate Hat,"* our hosts Ollie Jones and Nat Beech dive deep into Tom's career journey, his priorities, and the pivotal role that storytelling plays in the world of bids and proposals. 🌟 Tom also emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning in the bid and proposal community, sharing how continuous growth has shaped his success.
Whether you're a new bid manager eager to learn the ropes, an experienced pro looking for fresh insights, or someone interested in the nuances of professional services and pitch coaching, this episode has something for everyone. Tom shares incredible insights, including the unforgettable story of a coaching session where a CEO showed up wearing a pirate hat! 🏴☠️
Don't miss out - tune in now, and let us know what you think!
#APMP #BIDxPodcast #ProposalManagement #Storytelling #LifelongLearning #BidsAndProposals #PitchCoaching #ProfessionalServices
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This version broadens the appeal to various audiences, ensuring the episode resonates with both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the field.

What is BIDx?
The BIDx® brand is the name of APMP UK's events programme. It covers our range of in person and virtual events, including our BIDx® Webinars series of monthly virtual learning opportunities, the BIDx® Roadshow comprising one-day in person events held in major cities around the UK throughout the year, BIDx® The Big One our annual flagship conference, and the site you're looking at right now... the BIDx® Podcast.
The brand represents the UK and Europe's authority for professional development and personal growth for bid, proposal and capture professionals. And as APMP's largest and most successful chapter, we are ever-mindful of the needs and desires of our members.
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