Headflex (Rebecca Walker & Diane Williams )

Have you ever experienced bad behaviour in the workplace? Today we're tackling this challenging topic: exploring what bad behaviour looks like, how it impacts individuals and organisations, and, perhaps most importantly, why it is often tolerated. Along the way, we talk about various forms of toxic behaviour from overt aggressiveness to subtle, undermining actions like gossip and ignoring colleagues. We aim to provide you with insight into why these behaviours are often unchallenged and offer you advice for addressing them. Stay tuned until the end for some thought-provoking self-coaching questions to help you reflect on this topic and find your own answers. So, join us as we flex these difficult issues and focus on fostering healthier, more inclusive work environments.

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

00:52 The impact of ignoring bad behaviour

05:15 Toxic workplaces and how they normalise bad behaviour

09:52 How screen behaviour can undermine team trust

12:55 Good leadership impacts behaviour in the workplace

20:01 Knowing when you need to leave

21:44 Addressing behavioural concerns in the workplace

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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We're entering the fascinating world of curiosity with our special guest, Andrew Blair. Andrew, a transdisciplinary change leadership practitioner, is talking to us about cultivating curiosity in the workplace. With over 20 years of experience in people development and HR, Andrew introduces the concept of using curiosity as a strategic tool to navigate uncertainty and drive innovation. Listen in as he recounts pivotal moments and shares practical methods that you can use to incorporate question-asking cultures within your teams. Discover how slowing down to ask the right questions can lead to better outcomes and enhanced psychological safety in the workplace. Join us on this enlightening journey into the power of curiosity!

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

06:58 Finding the best questions to ask

08:33 Providing answers under stress 

10:58 Building a questioning-culture

14:12 Brainstorming dynamics and best practices

19:16 Cultivating curiosity and psychological safety

21:36 Becoming curious by learning from others

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

About Andrew Blair:

Andrew has spent the last 20 years in the people development area of HR and held positions with a leading global airline, European business training organisation as well as a global international standards institution. Originally, he grew up on a farm in Australia where he studied beef Cattle Management and has spent the last 22 years living in Germany honing his intercultural skills. Andrew is a specialist for Change Leadership and believes that change can be most

effectively driven with a team approach. A combination of systemic team and change management coaching is Andrew’s unique offer allowing clients to generate knowledge collaboratively, identify opportunities, manage resistance, successfully and sustainably implement change initiatives. Andrew’s people oriented, stakeholder centric approach includes a transdisciplinary, systemic mindset, practicing empathy and...

Prepare to smile your way through the day as we take a look at the wonderful role of laughter! Today, we're bringing humour to the forefront and discussing its essential role in our working lives. Tune in as we explore whether laughter truly has a place at work, how it can benefit individuals, teams, and organisations, and how to best navigate the tricky balance between professionalism and fun. Discover the science behind why laughter makes us feel good, and gain insights on making your workplace a more joyful, connected environment. With practical tips and thought-provoking self-coaching questions, join us as we laugh, connect, and flex our understanding of humour in leadership.

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:15 The importance of appropriate laughter

08:05 How to use humour in stressful working environments

10:54 Humor can create communication shortcuts

14:18 Laughter and leadership

19:13 Building trust and connection through laughing together

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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Welcome to Headflex, the brand new podcast where real-time coaching conversations help you explore coaching and self-development. Your co-hosts Diane Williams, and Rebecca Walker are exploring the complex and often messy hot topics of today's workplace. 

Have you ever felt isolated, overlooked, or out of the loop at work? Today, we're addressing professional isolation and its impact on employee well-being and productivity. From the rise of remote work to the challenges leaders and managers face in fostering connection and trust, we discuss how to tackle these issues head-on. 

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

03:51 Office proximity provides informal reassurance, remote doesn't.

08:19 Remote work benefits exist, but concerns remain.

11:04 Balancing leadership connection, and avoiding professional loneliness.

14:07 Leaders must foster connection to combat isolation.

17:24 Reflect on professional habits and connections.

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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What really drives the choices you make every day, at work, in relationships, and in tough situations? In this episode of Headflex, Rebecca and Diane are tackling the big question: how do your values shape your life? Values aren’t just catchy phrases on a vision board—they influence how we make decisions, handle conflict, and navigate challenges. As experienced coaches, Rebecca and Diane share real stories and practical insights on what happens when your personal values align (or clash) with your professional life. From leadership struggles to everyday decision-making, this conversation is all about understanding what truly matters to you and how to live it out in an authentic way. Whether you're trying to be a better leader or just figuring out what motivates you, this episode is packed with relatable moments and thought-provoking questions.

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Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:12 The importance of core values 

09:15 Balancing work, family, and achievement

11:49 The regret of staying silent

17:13 Using curiosity to understand others 

20:05 Building a team culture through core values

23:14 Discovering and defining your values

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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Join us for Headflex, the podcast where you can listen to real-time coaching conversations to learn more about coaching and yourself.

You get to eavesdrop on conversations about the messiness of working life and experience a short self-coaching session at the end of each episode - time to pause, think and learn more about yourself as well as take practical action. Think of us as the coaches in your pocket.

The Headflex podcast is for anyone in business today that wants to understand more about how coaching works and how it can help you to find your own answers. It also offers some valuable time to think for those of us caught up in the ‘busy busy’ of working life. 

Rebecca and Diane, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: @head.flex

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Today we're tackling the all-too-common fear of failure. We're exploring how fear manifests, its impact on our lives, and ways to overcome it. Drawing on personal experiences and expert theories, like Tim Galway’s inner game, join us to learn about the origins of high standards and how they can hold us back. Reflect on your own journey with the help of our self-coaching questions to help you redefine success and mitigate your fears. This conversation promises to challenge your perspectives and inspire positive change. So, get comfortable and join us as we flex the topic of fear and unlock the potential waiting within us all.

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

00:53 Exploring the origins of the fear of failure 

04:44 How does it feel to be driven by the fear of failure?

08:43 Reframing your inner self-talk

12:55 Redefining what failure means 

16:45 Fostering vulnerability and trust

17:47 Embracing mistakes for growth

21:04 Self-Coaching questions

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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In this second episode, we explore the intricate world of assumptions, those often unnoticed beliefs that can obstruct our thinking, relationships, and confidence. 

Drawing from our extensive coaching experience, we explore how assumptions form part of our evolutionary survival tools and address their potentially detrimental impacts in the workplace. Through compelling examples and insightful self-coaching questions, we guide listeners in identifying and challenging their own assumptions, whether they pertain to themselves, colleagues, or situations. Stay tuned for actionable takeaways aimed at enhancing your critical thinking and decision-making skills. Enjoy the conversation and let's get flexing on another messy topic!

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction

06:06 Assumptions hinder decision-making and self-awareness.

08:24 Assumptions may overlook valuable, connecting information.

12:48 Imposter syndrome affects self-doubt and confidence.

16:59 Self-reflection questions on assumptions and understanding.

18:28 Inspired to write, reflect, and gain confidence.

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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We're diving deep into the messy world of workplace emotions in this third episode of the Headlex podcast. We are exploring how we can harness and regulate them to enhance both our performance and relationships. Join us as we tackle the critical subject of emotional regulation at work. From understanding what's happening in our brains to practical tips for self-awareness and coping strategies, this episode is packed with insights and tools to help you handle those intense moments with more grace and composure. In this episode we discuss emotional regulation from a neurotypical perspective. Recognising that not everyone’s experiences will be the same. As always, we'll end with self-coaching questions to help you reflect on your own experiences and find your own path to better emotional regulation. 

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

04:40 Notice physical reactions to activate the parasympathetic nervous system for calming.

06:42 Use gentle techniques to preemptively manage emotions.

10:12 Balance emotions to enhance creativity and collaboration.

14:58 Harness emotions, communicate calmly to contribute effectively.

18:20 Considerate reactions improve team experience and productivity.

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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What do you think of when you hear "quality thinking"? Join us as we explore what quality thinking really means and how it affects team performance and company results. We're discussing the influence of attention, listening, and the environment on our ability to think well. With the help of works from thought leaders like Nancy Cline and Hal Gregersen, we share practical steps to help you uncover your own best practices. Stay tuned for our self-coaching questions that create optimal thinking spaces both at work and in personal life. Let's create environments that foster innovation and collaborative thinking, together!

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Introduction.

00:22 Creating quality thinking together

04:34 Intentional attention during conversations

10:11 Adapting to individual needs

12:13 Are leaders truly listening?

15:32 How trust and respect enable collaboration

19:39 Facilitating effective team communication

21:52 Agenda setting for effective meetings

About Rebecca & Diane:

Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. 

Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential.

Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration.

Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. 

Connect with us at Headflex: 

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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