Unsaid @ Work (Catherine Stagg-Macey)

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There is so much we DON’T talk about at work like hard conversations, racism, and navigating romantic work relationships. Unsaid @Work is the podcast where no conversation that touches our work lives is off limits. 

Expect no holds barred stories with possible swearing, tears, life lessons and laughter.  I'll discuss the difficult topics we mostly avoid (like bullying, racism, burnout and toxic cultures) with experts in their field. Learn from others’ personal stories about their careers pivots and faceplants. Learn tools and tips to give you the confidence to grow in your career. 

I'm your host and wing-woman, Catherine Stagg-Macey with over 20 years of corporate experience and 10 years as an entrepreneur and coach. I've worked with hundreds of clients to put meaning and purpose back into the day job. 
I'll guide you through what you need to know to grow as a human being in your life and your career. 

Hit subscribe, follow the podcast and get ready to feel incredibly confident about yourself and your career. 

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Welcome to my podcast where I’ll be your wingwoman. My aim is to help you put the mojo back into your career and life. In this episode, I’ll tell you a little bit about me and my leadership journey from 20 years in technology and management to now coaching clients to become the best leaders they can be. I’ll explain why this podcast is different from other podcasts about leadership and give you a preview of some of the topics you can expect to come up in future episodes.

I’ll be sharing all of the tools that I give my clients to help them make decisions and influence people. So if you’ve been feeling stuck in your position and career, I’m here to support you to become the amazing leader that you are.

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Why do people stay in jobs that they don’t actually like? Many people fall out of alignment with their jobs. I’ll give you 9 reasons that I’ve heard time and again from my clients that have prevented them from starting a new meaningful chapter in their work life and then I’ll tell you how to get past those falsities. 

If any of these reasons resonate with you, I’ll help you to take an honest review of your situation to prepare for making a change in your life. Whether you think that you’re not ready, or the job market isn’t right, or you think you don’t have the skills, whatever it is, let’s think it through so you can make the pivot to find a job that will light you up!

And you can find the free guide to get you unstuck from your career rut:

https://www.conversationsattheedge.co.uk/careerrutfreebie

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In this episode, in the company of my guest Caley Dimmock, we explore the upsides and downsides of being a freelancer; how worst case scenarios can be your best friend; and how freelancing evolves along with your relationship with failure. 

Caley Dimmock is a multi-six figure freelancer providing clients across the globe with market business coaching services. Knowing she wanted to be an entrepreneur from the age of 4, she got into the world of full-time self-employment in 2017 and hasn’t looked back. She now has a passion for helping others to also build a life and business that they truly love and don’t need an escape from.

And don’t forget to get Caley’s free guide “7 Steps to Start Freelancing”

You can find her on instagram.  

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Many people think that expressing feelings at work, especially if they are negative emotions, are a big no-no. There’s at least 5 myths that I’ve come up with that I’m going to help you toss out of your thoughts. I’ll explain how to go about regulating your emotions so that you aren’t being run by them.

The ability to recognise, manage and understand your emotions is at the heart of an emotional intelligent human. Expressing the feels can also help us connect and strengthen relationships. So before you start to dismiss your authentic feelings, listen to this episode and download my free “Emotions Wheel” to help build your vocabulary around emotions. 

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Books mentioned in this episode:

Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay by Liz Fosslien and Mollie West Duffy 

How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett, Cassandra Campbell, et al.

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Does your stomach drop when it’s time for your performance review at work? Feedback in organizations has a bad rap - mostly well deserved. Very few of us receive constructive feedback that supports career goals and ambitions. 

In this episode, I will help you understand why feedback is stressful, understand the pros and cons of three types of feedback tools used, and give you clear steps on how to get the feedback you need to grow in your career.

The three tools discussed are:

Insights - https://www.insights.com

Leadership Circle – https://leadershipcircle.com

Myers Briggs - https://www.myersbriggs.org 

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Feedback done well can transform the workplace culture. And today you will meet one such company that puts feedback at the very heart of the culture. 

Sophie Andrews is my guest today. She’s the Head of People at Clarasys, an international consulting firm, where they empower their people to drive their own growth and expertise.

We discuss the difference between feedback and learning dialogues, why those conversations can be difficult, and how to manage received feedback. You’ll hear how to give feedback to others, even if they are higher up the chain. 

Sophie explains how her company has gone about creating a feeling of psychological safety for her employees so that a culture of transparency, honesty and trust align with the firm’s objectives and values. And she’ll provide clarity on what creating a positive feedback culture requires.

You can connect with Sophie Andrews on LinkedIn.

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A year-end reflection process is a great way of allowing ourselves to get caught up with ourselves. So while you’re hopefully taking some time off during the holidays or before 2023 kicks into full swing, I’m revealing some of the different ways people process the previous year so that they can feel fresh and excited about the year ahead.

In addition to the value of a year-end reflection, I’ll suggest some of the questions that make sense to ask yourself, along with when, where, and how to do it. Whatever process you decide can work best for you, you’ll be excited to start the new year knowing exactly where you’ve been and where you are headed.

And your wingwoman has got you! To help you with this process, grab my year end workbook here.

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This week, we sit down with an inspiring and heart-centered corporate leader, Chantel Botha to explore how to unlock your potential and live a fulfilling life. 

Chantel shares her personal journey of discovering her true passions and purpose in life, and how she overcame the fear of taking risks and making big changes. We also discuss the importance of balancing work and personal life, and how to make time for the things that truly matter.

Chantel shares her wisdom and experience in tapping into the power of the heart to guide decision-making and foster authentic relationships. We also touch on the topics of work addiction and compassion in the workplace. 

You can find more about what Chantel does at https://www.brandloveglobal.com.

And connect with her at chantel@brandlove.co.za or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chantelbotha/ 

We refer to the work of Gabor Mate (https://drgabormate.com) who speaks and writes about trauma and addiction.

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In this episode, we'll be discussing the power of great questions and how they can help us overcome feelings of stuckness. These types of questions are open-ended and encourage reflection, and can be truly transformative when we use them to address specific challenges. 

I'll share my top five powerful questions that I use with myself and my clients to help us get unstuck and move forward.

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Attention all Monday haters, clock watchers and victims of feeling “meh” at work, in this episode, I’ll tell you how to know if you are in a career rut. I’ll explain the symptoms of the four typical kinds of career ruts that I’ve seen in my coaching, so that you can find awareness of which one you’re in and hopefully see your way out of it.

Whether you love your environment but hate the role you’re in, or vice-versa, or maybe you just plain hate all of it, I will provide some questions you can ask yourself that will get you to consider how you can begin to make the changes to live the life filled with the MOJO that you deserve.

If you’d like to be the first to know when I launch my group coaching program that will get you your career mojo back, sign up for the wait list here:

https://www.conversationsattheedge.co.uk/waitlist  

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Are you tired of struggling with difficult workplace conversations? Do you want to learn how to deal with feedback and professionalism in a way that benefits everyone? In this episode of our podcast, I'll talk with Ghilaine Chan, a project manager and expert in expectation setting.

She shares her experiences and insights on how to treat employees so that they will be there for you when you need them, as well as how to navigate difficult feedback conversations. She also discusses the importance of thinking before having a conversation and how role-playing can be a useful tool in learning how to handle various situations.

Plus, Ghilaine discusses the distinction between being nice and being kind, as well as how to use hope as a motivator.

You can reach out to Ghilaine via email: ghilaine@ghilaine.co.uk or find her on LinkedIn.

Take a peak at Ghilaine’s user manual:

https://ghilaine.notion.site/ghilaine/Ghilaine-Chan-s-User-Manual-b809fd8aab0944229639a47e5754d363

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Giving feedback can often be such a difficult conversation to have that people might want to avoid it.  In this episode, we’ll take a deep dive into “COIN”, an important tool that can help you approach this kind of experience, and I’ll provide examples of how this process can work for managers, team leaders, and executive professionals.

Be sure to check out the previous episode 11 for more tips and insight into navigating hard conversations.

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In this episode, we talk about racism through understanding the experience of my guest, Michelle Tackie Obende. The conversation delves into the subtle ways that racism can show up in the workplace, such as microaggressions and the "angry black woman" trope. The conversation touches on the idea of intersectionality and how different identities intersect and can affect how one experiences and perceives discrimination.
 
The episode aims to shine a light on the often-unspoken truth of racism in the workplace and to start important conversations around this topic.
 
 
You can connect with Michelle on LinkedIn 

One of the many anti-racist reading lists can be found here.
Test your own  conscious and unconscious preferences by taking test here.

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In this episode, we talk about living with the condition of Bipolar with Mia Hodgkinson. 

We discuss 

• the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding the condition. 
• Mia explains how the language used in the workplace and in media can contribute to these misunderstandings, 
• Mia’s path to diagnosis, how telling her boss about her bipolar condition went horribly wrong 
• Her tips on what to do if a colleague shares their diagnosis with you.

 Some great resources here:
Bipolar UK website
The Bipolar Commission (Nov 2022) and the Full report.

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How do we unlock the power of negative self-talk? 

In this episode, I share a tool that will help manage THOSE critical voices.  Leveraging the often hidden gifts of these voices will help you feel more confident about life. I share an example of one of my inner critics, the "Army Major General", and how I use this tool to manage him.

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We’re diving into the topic of generational perspectives at work in this episode where I will represent the Gen Xers, along with my guests Shanta Hareesh, who comes from the Millennial Generation, and Poppy Couling, from Gen Z. While the older generations often express frustration in managing and leading younger generations, we’ll discuss how the different age groups view the world of work.

You’ll hear us discuss a wide range of topics, including how the pandemic has affected us, what each generation wants from feedback, and what keeps us up at night. Through our conversation, we learn that although each generation may have unique perspectives, we are all smart, ambitious people with gifts to bring to the world.

This conversation provides a sense of hope and a reminder that we should all treat each other with kindness and understanding regardless of our generational differences.

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ADHD is an invisible disorder that is often misdiagnosed, undiagnosed or sometimes masked from employers and the rest of the world. Brooke Schnittman joins me on this episode to tell us about her journey to becoming an ADHD Coach. Our conversation covers a lot of ground including how we can make workplaces more welcome for people with ADHD.

Brooke started out as a special education teacher working with students with ADHD disability and the whole time didn't know that she herself had ADHD. In an effort to make a bigger impact, she found ADHD coaching and now works with a team of coaches currently on a path to help 10 million individuals with ADHD over the next 5 years.

She'll talk about ....

• the different types of ADHD, symptoms, and treatments
• The majority of people in the workplace have a disability, but only 30% disclose it
• ADHD and anxiety are considered disabilities under the "other health impaired" category
• why it is very common for people to have more than just ADHD 

You might be surprised by some of the gifts that people with ADHD possess.

Connect with Brooke on her website, instagram or youtube 

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In this episode, we’ll explore the idea of having needs and the consequences of ignoring them with intuitive coach, writer, and podcast host, Mara Glatzel. Mara will help us understand that it's okay to have needs and how we can embrace them as a courageous act of care of ourselves. 

Mara deeply understands how we often relegate our needs to the bottom of a long to-do list in an attempt to prove our worth. She believes that the ultimate act of self-care is rebuilding the breach in our relationship with ourselves so that we can truly feel seen, heard, and adored by ourselves.

We dive into what it means to be human and have needs, how our definition of success can drive us to override our needs, and the consequences of ignoring them, including burnout, exhaustion, and illness. Mara also shares the importance of rest, not just physical rest, but also the need for inspiration and joy, which she calls active rest. This is a rich conversation that will help you understand and embrace your needs as an essential part of being human.

You can find Mara at @maraglatzel and her website, her new book, and her podcast.

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This week, we explore leadership styles. I expect like me you never spent much time thinking about it. Until you wanted to adapt or change how you showed up and the impact you were having. 

There are thousands of leadership style models out there. Most are very smart and academic routed in research. Whilst this is interesting, it’s seldom a useful starting point for YOU.

So this week, I unpack one of the well-known and respected leadership style models. You will be clearer on your default leadership style as well as what potential growth area there is for you to develop range.

I created a quiz that will tell you in 8-questions what your leadership style is. 2-minutes is all that’s required to get insight into your strengths, how you derail yourself, and next steps. 

And here's how the styles from the model discussed in the episode map to the quiz results: 

Visionary -> Pioneer

Democratic -> Co-creator

Affiliative -> Unifier

Coaching - > Coach

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In this episode, I speak with Tom Carpenter, a management consultant and self-professed nerd who really enjoys solving problems. 

We discuss 

1. the value of hiring an executive coach, 
2. what might motivate one to become a coach, and 
3. why investing time in personal growth can set you up for happiness both personally and professionally.

Tom believes in the growth mindset and the power of coaching to enable others to understand themselves and fulfill their potential. He explains how coaching can help individuals see things in a different way, while also helping them to understand the deep meaning behind why they do things. Tom emphasizes the importance of working on feedback and shares insights on how leveling up can open up new opportunities. 

Throughout the conversation, Tom gets real about what he's learned about his strong desire to help people and how important it is to understand why we have emotional reactions to things. 

Join us as we explore the journey of self-discovery with Tom Carpenter.

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Language can be so powerful in directing us to see things as they really are and how it can be used to challenge systems of oppression! 

In this thought provoking episode, I chat with the fabulous Ettie Baily King who is an inclusive communication consultant.

We talk about:

• how you can feel brave, confident and supported as you embed anti-oppression in your conversations and communications at work
• We dive into the world of inclusive language, where we can avoid harm and dismantle myths that normalize problematic systems. 
• We'll explore topics like ableism, genderism, and racism, and learn how to talk about people in ways that respect their unique identities.

You’ll discover the importance of using anti-oppressive language, being specific, and avoiding default language that puts everyone under the same umbrella. We will also dissect some new terms and concepts like "woke washing" and "white gazing." 

Join us as we explore the journey towards justice and how language is the key to understanding the systems we have consciously and unconsciously bought into. Plus, we'll share tips on how to make others feel safe with the language we use. 

More about Ettie’s work on her website, and on LinkedIN where she posts great content. 

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Tired of communication breakdowns, whether personal or professional?

Do you find yourself getting defensive, critical, or contemptuous when talking with others? 

Then you won't want to miss this episode, where I share my insights on the "four horsemen" of unhealthy communication patterns. With humor and warmth, I will explain how these destructive behaviors can sneak into our conversations, and how to recognize and counteract them. By the end of the episode, you'll be armed with practical tips and tools for improving your communication skills and building stronger, more positive relationships.

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In this episode, we explore the concept of the shadows of leadership with my guest, and friend Neil Edwards.
 
Neil is an experienced and skilled coach passionate about helping leaders unlock their potential by working through their shadows and using it as a tool for growth.
 
He shares his expertise on exploring the shadows of leadership and how it can be used as a tool for growth. We touch on the importance of recognizing and working through personal and systemic shadows, the value of slowing down and being present, and the role of intimacy in leadership development.
 
This is a slow and thoughtful conversation about the much ignored topic of shadows in leadership.
 
You can connect with Neil here:
www.linkedin.com/in/nedwards07
www.neiledwardscoaching.com

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Trigger warning: This episode touches on the topic of suicide. Please only listen if it's safe for you to be exposed to this topic, respecting your own sensitivites and boundaries. 

Do you feel like your workplace culture doesn't leave room for emotions like grief and loss? It can be challenging to navigate these emotions in a corporate environment, where the focus is often on productivity and efficiency. 

In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Bryony Wildblood, a One Spirit Interfaith Minister and counselor who specializes in providing emotional and spiritual care to those experiencing grief and loss. 

Bryony shares her insights 

• on the challenges of navigating corporate language and culture, 
• the importance of acknowledging and addressing emotions, and 
• the value of rituals and thresholds in processing grief and loss. 

If you or someone you know is struggling to find support for these emotions in the workplace, this episode offers valuable guidance and encouragement.

Please follow her on @bryonywildblood and check out her work on her website 

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What is all the fuss about Chat GPT?
We get into this and the broader topic of Artificial intelligence on today’s episode with my guest Wei Wang. Wei is one of the geek’s in my life who I turn to for these intellectual conversations on complex topics. His current role is Commercial Excellence Director at Align Technologies in Switzerland.

We discuss:

• The potential benefits of AI, including its ability to increase productivity and creativity
• The concerns around AI, such as the lack of human understanding of how it works and its potential to create bias
• Why AI is not neutral
• The importance of understanding the impact of technology on our lives and staying informed about its advancements is emphasized
• The episode offers a thought-provoking discussion on the implications of AI on our world. And hopefully you can use this as a starting point into your journey of learning about how AI will  impact your world.

 
Resources:

• Homo Deus : A brief history of tomorrow by Yuval Noah Harari
• Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy by Cathy O'Neil
• Impromptu: Amplifying Our Humanity Through AI by Reid Hoffman
• Open Letter from Future of Life Institute: https://futureoflife.org

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Office politics has a bad rap and my clients tell me they don’t want any part of politics. But what if you could reframe office politics in a way that served your career?
 
In this very practical episode, I talk about:

• Why you should take office politics seriously
• How to make office politics work for you in an aligned way
• The four-step guide to mastering influence (aka office politics)

Listen now to find out how to add influencing to your list of super powers.

I also share the launch of a new exciting offer!

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In this episode I break down what makes a team great and how to measure team performance. There are thousands of different approaches to team performance, and I share with you three that are the most popular: Tuckman, Google, and Lencioni.
 
I talk about what I like and don’t like about each of these models, and share with you the assessment model I use as a team coach on a new coaching engagement.
 
Listen now to discover practical strategies for improving your team's performance.
 
Unlock the secrets to elevating your team with insights from my team quiz.

Listen to Episode 17 for more about leadership styles for more on leadership styles.

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Want to make sure your emails stand out for all the right reasons?
 
This episode is aimed at helping you understand some key concepts of copywriting will help revive your email game. My guest is a copywriter coach, Jayati Vora who works with entrepreneurs to up their written communication game.
 
I was completely new to copywriting when I started my own business, and was so excited when I learnt how to write persuasive text with integrity. That’s all copywriting is about. And that’s what you want to do with your emails.
 
Jayati and I discuss being clear about your intention of your email, your ask, basic email hygiene, and subject lines.
 
Tune in to find out why it’s all about mental calories.
 
You can get more soundbites on copywriting on Jayati’s podcast  and follow her on Instagram

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Did you know that AI is already a part of your daily routine?
 
Following on from Ep 21 on the topic of AI and Chat GPT, I was encouraged by feedback to do a deeper nontechnical dive into the implications of artificial intelligence.
 
Tune into to find out:

How AI is already integrated into various aspects of your daily lives.
Understand how Chat GPT is one example of a type of AI
GPT and AI's potential problems and ethical concerns.
The uncertainty surrounding AI's implications and its impact on global challenges.

I leave you with one simple strategy to navigate this topic of Artificial intelligence as it continues to impact more parts of our lives.
Tools referenced in the episode:
Poised.com https://app.poised.com
Otter.ai https://otter.ai
Copy.ai  https://www.copy.ai
Rewind.ai https://www.rewind.ai

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Curious about what happens behind the scenes of executive coaching?

 In this episode, I do a dive into all the questions I get about coaching.
What it is?
What the benefits are?
How to find a coach?
And what to look for in a coach?

Personal stories always help so I share my personal journey of finding my next coach. I go through my process that I’ve learnt after 10 years of what will a good fit for me.

Here's the blog about how to choose an executive coach.

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Ever wish people at work came with a User Manual? Tune into to find out how!
 
This week, I delve into the overlooked and under-discussed topic of building and maintaining 'right' relationships in the workplace.
 
I talk about the concept of 'right relationships' and how it differs from 'good relationships'.
I share with you the 'User Manual' - a tool designed to help you express how you work best and learn the same about your colleagues.
 
I cover what to include in your own 'User Manual' and how to apply this approach in different workplace scenarios.
 
Here's the link to my own User Manual in the resources below for a useful guide to creating your own.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/te2sywdseb0qcq7/Catherine_usermanual.pdf?dl=0

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Ready to supercharge your decision-making skills?

This week’s guest is Matt Mower, a former developer and CTO, who works with business owners to grow and build their business. Matt has created a framework for decision making that he teaches to his clients and shares this with us on this episode.

We talk about: 

• The importance of knowing your destination and stripping away assumptions to reveal your true goals.
• The significance of strategy in decision-making, including sequencing challenges and prioritizing actions.
• A concept Matt’s borrowed from the military to help with decision making

Matt shares with us a concept he’s borrowed from the military to help frame decisions and  I found it super useful.

As Matt says, "Decisions shape our destiny – choose wisely."

Listen in to supercharge your decision making skills today.
You can find out more about Matt and his work at 

The Art of Navigation | Software Business Consultant London

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This episode is a candid exploration of how to make work enjoyable, the balance between certainty and uncertainty, and how corporate dynamics often shape individual work experiences. 

My guest is Matt Cheung, CEO of Clarasys, a consulting company that’s won so many awards for being a great place to work that we can’t list them all here. So he makes for the perfect guest to talk about creating meaningful, cool workplaces. He shares personal stories and insight into the question of what makes work "cool". 

And we cover:

• His journey to being an (accidental) CEO
• How purpose and meaning are key to a ‘cool’ workplace
• The social contract at work between employer and employee
• Why we both wanted to leave our previous jobs
• A different way to look at work-life balance

Check out Matt’s book, “Trust and patience” that takes you on the journey of how Clarasys was built around very human centered principles (leveraging Teal and Team of Teams).

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This week, I’m getting personal and sharing how I burnt down my life, not once but twice! The times when I stripped back my life to the bare bones -  got rid of relationships, people and jobs that weren’t working.

In both occasions, I didn’t realise what I was doing or the long term impact. My hope in sharing my story is that we can get to have open conversations about how we navigate change more consciously in our lives. To the benefit of ourselves and all the people in our lives.
 
CW: I cover some difficult topics in this episode, so please choose if this is the right time to listen.

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Questions about your money mindset are a great way of getting clear about the rich life you want.

This week’s podcast is an interview with Ian Dempsey, IFA and funny Geordie. He has an unusual and refreshing approach to money which is apparent in his social content, and how he onboards his clients.

In this episode, we really dig into our behaviours around money and talk:
💰 Money mindset

💳 Easy access to credit and its impact on society

💪 Empowerment to change one's financial future

🔎 Examining the complex relationship between money, mindset, and systems

💼 His hope that the IFA industry won’t be necessary in the years to come

This is not an episode about financial advice. This is an episode to inspire you to review your money mindset, and be on a path to living your version of a rich life.

As Ian says, it's not just about numbers, but about understanding ourselves, our habits, and the systems we operate in.

Connect and follow Ian on LinkedIn for his funny and on point content about money.

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Ever wondered how to create a culture of happiness within your organization? 

Nic Marks, reveals his unique approach to fostering employee well-being leveraging the science of emotions.

Nic is the founder and CEO of Friday Pulse, an organization focusing on changing the world of work. He has been featured in publications including the Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, Wired UK, and The Huffington Post.

In our conversation, we talk about:

💬 The science of emotions (and why anger is good)
💬 How measuring happiness can help team leaders develop their teams
💬 The role of a happiness KPI in having better conversations.
💬 Why cultivating happiness at work is vital for well-being
💬 His experience of taking the company to a 4-day week in the early days of the pandemic

Check out Nic’s TED Talk, The Happy Planet index and Friday Pulse 

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This episode is a re-release from earlier in the season whilst I take a break over summer.
 
This has been the most downloaded episode of series 1 which is not surprising and at the same time heart warming. This episode is packed with insights and tips that are just as relevant today as they were when we first aired it. Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting it, there's plenty to take away.
Let’s have the hard conversation about racism – again.
 
With my guest, Michelle Tackie Obende, we discuss:

• The importance of educating yourself about bias and racism without relying on marginalized communities to do all the work.
• Recognizing and challenging bias
• Her own experiences as a black woman, emphasizing how being alert to discrimination is an essential part of her everyday life.
• How her perfectionism is both a survival mechanism and a challenge
• How she now feels she can speak up, representing and advocating for those who may not feel as empowered in her own organisation.

This is an open and honest communication about experiences of discrimination and I’m grateful to Michelle for sharing her experience on this episode.
 
The episode aims to shine a light on the often-unspoken truth of racism in the workplace and to start important conversations around this topic.

You can connect with Michelle on LinkedIn,  check out the anti-racist reading lists here, and test your own  conscious and unconscious preferences by taking test here.

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This week’s episode is answering a listener’s dilemma – “How to influence a peer who thinks they know best?”

As this isn’t a coaching session, our approach is to ask a lot of questions as doorways into deeper understanding of what’s really going on. I know there will be nuggets in here for you like…
 
🔶  Checking in on how you feel before taking action 
🔶  Understanding that what we can’t be with is great insight to work on
🔶  The value of reflection before taking action. 
 
My guest is fellow coach, and friend Rona Steinberg. She believes everyone - whether they are noisy, quiet or something else ... has the capacity to be Out Loud. Her work is centred around helping her clients lead an Out Loud life by becoming more self-aware, more self-accepting and ultimately more self-expressed.

If you’d like your problem answered on a future episode, share with us anonymously and we will do our best to help.
 
Find Rona on Instagram and get her book, Live out loud – as masterclass in being yourself.

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This week, join me for a special behind-the-scenes look into the first season of this podcast.
 
We have a unique twist as my friend and colleague, Aly King-Smith, takes over the microphone and interviews me about my personal experience with podcasting and putting myself out there.
 
In this candid and no-holds-barred conversation, we delve into what inspired me to start this project and the journey of experimenting and taking risks. My hope is that by sharing both the successes and challenges, you will feel inspired to step forward and pursue that dream role or project you've been longing for.
 
During the episode, Aly and I cover a range of topics, including:

• Why I embarked on this podcasting venture
• How I go about finding guests for the show
• The significance of 'unsaid conversations' and what it means to me
• Reflecting on whether I would continue creating episodes even if no one listened

My guest-turned-host, Aly King-Smith is Managing Director of Clearworks Coaching for leaders in STEM. She's also a writer and podcaster who successfully launched "A Listening Life" in 2022, to support coaches who are running out of steam commercially. (@alisteninglife on Instagram).
 
A life-long advocate for women’s sport, Aly is in the process of launching her passion-project podcast "Older & Wilder" in Autumn 2023 to share stories of women in their 50s, 60s and above who are using the magic of sport and exercise to thrive. Her mission is to raise the profile of sporty, older women, to remind the world that they’re here, and that they’re wonderful. Aly's on instagram @olderwilder and will be crowdfunding the podcast in September by walking the 180 miles of Offa's Dyke Path from Chepstow to Prestatyn while getting noisy about older sporty women.

Connect with Aly on LinkedIn: Aly King-Smith
You can also check out Aly's podcast, "A Listening Life," at Listening Life Podcast.
 
Tune in to this insightful episode as I peel back the curtain on the podcast's first season, revealing the highs, lows, and valuable lessons learned along the way.

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Season 2 of this podcast has arrived. And this week’s episode is a sneak peek into what to expect in the coming months.
 
The themes of Season 1 continue in this new season:
✨ How to grow and nurture great cultures
✨ Building workplaces that are inclusive and fair
✨ Tools and tips for leaders to grow into their full leadership potential.

Listen into to hear why I’ll be talking about being fat, altered states, breathwork, and happiness. And some of the fabulous guests that will be popping up each week.
 
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for being here with me on this journey. Your support and engagement mean everything to me.
 
For the behind the scenes wrap up of Season 1, check out Episode 37 for the Season Finale here.

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This week’s episode takes a practical turn as we tackle a listener's workplace dilemma.

Procrastination.

Even if you don’t identify yourself as a procrastinator (and this episode might change that), you probably know someone who is. We often overcoming procrastination as just a matter of discipline and hard work. But as you will see from this conversation, it can go so much deeper.
We kick off with a useful coaching tool that can help when you get unstuck on this topic or anything else.
We also touch on:

🔶 the need to consider how our perspective influences our relationship with tasks and projects.
🔶 how procrastination may be a signal of other conditions
🔶 how by connecting to the purpose and importance of a project, even mundane tasks can become more manageable and fulfilling.

My guest is fellow coach, and friend Rona Steinberg. She believes everyone - whether they are noisy, quiet or something else ... has the capacity to be Out Loud. Her work is centred around helping her clients lead an Out Loud life by becoming more self-aware, more self-accepting and ultimately more self-expressed.

If you’d like your problem answered on a future episode, share with us anonymously and we will do our best to help.

Find Rona on Instagram and get her book, Live out loud – as masterclass in being yourself.
https://www.instagram.com/quietlyoutloud/
https://www.outloudcoaching.com/book/

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This episode is a re-release from earlier in the season whilst I take a break over summer.*
 
This has been the second downloaded episode of series 1. My guess is that there are a lot of people considering freelance as an option to have more freedom in their life, and to get away from problematic corporate cultures.
 
With my guest, Caley Dimmock, we explore:

✨ The upsides and downsides of being a freelancer
✨ How worst case scenario can be your best friend
✨ How freelancing will require and update with your relationship with failure

Caley Dimmock is a multi-six figure freelancer providing clients across the globe with market business coaching services. Knowing she wanted to be an entrepreneur from the age of 4, she got into the world of full-time self-employment in 2017 and hasn’t looked back. She now has a passion for helping others to also build a life and business that they truly love and don’t need an escape from.
 
And don’t forget to get Caley’s free guide “7 Steps to Start Freelancing”

You can find her on instagram. 

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This episode is a re-release from earlier in the season whilst I take a break over summer.
 
ADHD is an invisible disorder that is often misdiagnosed, undiagnosed or sometimes masked from boss’s and peers. This episode is in the top 3 of most downloaded episodes which suggests the latent hunger for a better understanding about this condition.
 
Brooke Schnittman joins me on this episode to tell us about her journey to becoming an ADHD Coach. Brooke started out as a special education teacher working with students with ADHD disability and the whole time didn't know that she herself had ADHD. In an effort to make a bigger impact, she found ADHD coaching and now works with a team of coaches currently on a path to help 10 million individuals with ADHD over the next 5 years.
 
We cover:

• The negative messaging about ADHD from various sources
• How many women with ADHD go undiagnosed and why
• People with invisible conditions like ADHD face unique challenges at work
• And how boss’s can retain staff with ADHD

As Brooke says,  "People with an invisible disorder very often do that because they're afraid to show their true colours and be themselves."
 
Let’s continue to build workplaces where we all feel we can show up truly as ourselves.
 
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Did you know unresolved childhood trauma can affect your work life?
 
This  episode delves into the impact of attachment wounds, coping mechanisms, and the importance of feeling safe and supported.
 
My guest is Laura Reagan, LCSW-C is an integrative trauma therapist and owner of a group practice, the Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing. She is also the host of Therapy Chat and Trauma Chat podcasts and the founder of the Trauma Therapist Network, a website for learning information about trauma and finding resources and help for trauma.

We uncovered some fascinating points, like... 

✨ How office dynamics can strangely resemble good ol' sibling rivalry. 

✨ The intricate link between our personal and professional relationships. 

✨ How those attachment wounds can seriously sway our work experiences. 

✨ And, let's not forget, the unhelpful cultural habit of sweeping trauma under the rug

 
We shared loads of personal anecdotes that I am sure you will be able to relate to!
Tune in to uncover the connection between personal history and professional struggles.
 Let's create a healthy, supportive workplace environment together!
 
Check out Laura’s podcast Therapy Chat and Trauma Chat

Connect with her on Instagram and Linkedin.

The book Laura refers to is “No bad Parts” by Richard Schwartz.

If you’d like support from a therapist, here are some resources:                   https://www.mind.org.uk (UK)
https://traumatherapistnetwork.com/therapists/ (US/Canada)

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This is the first of a two part conversation where Catherine invites Antoinette Daniel to share her personal experience with burnout.
 
Antoinette discusses her early teaching career, the overwhelming responsibilities she faced, and the moment she realized she was burned out. She talks about the lack of support she received and how she resorted to alternative health practices to cope.

Antoinette also shares her decision to leave her job and take a break by working in Africa. This episode concludes with Antoinette emphasizing the importance of being honest with oneself and seeking help to recover from burnout.

Antoinette is a former PE teacher, now entrepreneur who is passionate about seeing justice done in all areas of her life. She is the founder of an award-winning London cleaning agency called ‘Just Helpers’ and they are aiming to make the world a better place, one clean at a time.  Strong justice Ethics are at the heart of all they do.
 
Find more about one of Antoinette’s business, Just Helpers.
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We take 25,000 breaths a day without a second thought. And yet our breath is the key to regulating our nervous system, resulting in better decision-making, effective discernment, and improved communication.
 
Your breath is the greatest leadership hack you probably didn’t know about.
 
And that’s what my guest, Jamie Clements discussed with me on this week’s episode.
 
Jamie Clements is a breathwork coach and facilitator based in London, and the founder of The Breath Space. After discovering breathwork four years ago, Jamie experienced a profound transformation in his physical and mental wellbeing, even overcoming severe anxiety and panic attacks.
 
🌬️     Explore the profound impact of breath on well-being.
🧠 Understand how breath can optimize decision making, communication, and stress management.
💪 How breathwork tools and skills can support you in your personal growth.
⚡ The potential of breath work to induce deep insight and transformative experiences.
⚖️  Recognizing the importance of healthy rest and recovery in our overstimulated world.
 
Jamie shares with us his personal experience, and offers a fascinating insight into breathwork and its profound impact on our well-being.
 
Note this episode is in two parts: this is the first part, and the second part will be released next week.
 
Find more about Jamie on his website, and check out his 21 day breathwork course.

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This episode is the second part of an interview with Jamie Clements, Breath work coach and facilitator.
 
We take 25,000 breaths a day without a second thought. And yet our breath is the key to regulating our nervous system, resulting in better decision-making, effective discernment, and improved communication.
 
Your breath is the greatest leadership hack you probably didn’t know about.
 
And that’s what my guest, Jamie Clements discussed with me on this week’s episode.
 
Jamie Clements is a breathwork coach and facilitator based in London, and the founder of The Breath Space. After discovering breathwork four years ago, Jamie experienced a profound transformation in his physical and mental wellbeing, even overcoming severe anxiety and panic attacks.
 
 
🌬️     Explore the profound impact of breath on well-being.
🧠 Understand how breath can optimize decision making, communication, and stress management.
💪 How breathwork tools and skills can support you in your personal growth.
⚡ The potential of breath work to induce deep insight and transformative experiences.
⚖️  Recognizing the importance of healthy rest and recovery in our overstimulated world.
 
Jamie shares with us his personal experience, and offers a fascinating insight into breathwork and its profound impact on our well-being.
 
Note this episode is in two parts: this is the first part, and the second part will be released next week.
 
 
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Burnout is not just a buzzword—it's a real and serious issue that affects many of us in the workplace.

This is the second of a two part conversation where I invite Antoinette Daniel to share her personal experience with burnout.

Continuing the conversation, we delve into the recovery process after burnout. Antoinette highlights the importance of taking breaks, both small and big, and shares her experience of going on a solo trip to a desert island as a form of self-care. She discusses the need to set boundaries, prioritize well-being, and focus on self-care without feeling guilty. Antoinette also addresses the challenges of being an overachiever and perfectionist, and how she learned to prioritize and say no to additional commitments.

Antoinette is a former PE teacher, now entrepreneur who is passionate about seeing justice done in all areas of her life. She is the founder of an award-winning London cleaning agency called ‘Just Helpers’ and they are aiming to make the world a better place, one clean at a time.  Strong justice Ethics are at the heart of all they do.
 
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This week’s episode takes a practical turn as we tackle a listener's workplace dilemma.
 
Our listener wants advice on addressing the issue of a newly hired direct report who has offensive body odour.
 
As this isn’t a coaching session, our approach is to ask a lot of questions as doorways into deeper understanding of what’s really going on.
 
I know there will be nuggets in here for you like…
🔶  We discuss the difference between kindness and niceness
🔶  We provide practical tips for approaching the conversation, such as keeping it private, being straightforward, and avoiding prolonging the pain
🔶  Our discomfort with bad smells   
 
My guest is fellow coach, and friend Rona Steinberg. She believes everyone - whether they are noisy, quiet or something else ... has the capacity to be Out Loud. Her work is centred around helping her clients lead an Out Loud life by becoming more self-aware, more self-accepting and ultimately more self-expressed.
 
If you’d like your problem answered on a future episode, share with us anonymously and we will do our best to help.

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In this episode exploring anti-fatness, Sophia Apostol opens up about her personal journey of self-acceptance and how it led questioning prevalent fat-stigmatising practices in the workplace. She discusses her experience with body image and the influence of societal beauty standards, and shares her discovery of body positivity and the authors and activists who empowered her to challenge harmful beliefs.

This episode discusses grown up topics and includes swearing so caution is advised.
Sophia Apostol (she/her) is a Professional Certified Coach who specializes in leadership coaching. And, she's also a fat activist who created and hosts the podcast, Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol . The intersection of anti-fat bias and workplace culture is of particular interest to her, as she's both experienced and witnessed the deep harm caused by diet culture norms when adopted by workplaces. Sophia uses the art of storytelling to share stories of marginalized identities in hopes of creating more empathy, furthering representation, and deepening belonging.
 
Connect with Sophia on her website, and listen to her joyous liberation podcast, Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol https://www.fatjoy.life/

Continue your learning journey with Aurbery Gordon (https://www.yourfatfriend.com),  Virgie Tovar https://www.virgietovar.com and Lindy West https://www.bitchmedia.org/article/lindy-west-shrill-fat-positive-representation-interview

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In this episode, Sophia continues the conversation on fat stigma and workplace discrimination. She discusses the flawed focus on weight and BMI in workplaces and the negative impact it has on fat individuals.

Sophia shares personal stories that highlight the challenges faced by fat employees and the need for systemic change in workplace environments. She emphasizes the importance of refraining from commenting on appearance or food choices and urge leaders in positions of power to incorporate weight stigma into diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

The episode highlights the importance of knowing one's rights as an employee and the impact of workplace wellness programs that perpetuate fatphobia. We also explore the concept of the body hierarchy and Sophia advocates for breaking down barriers to promote equity.

Sophia Apostol (she/her) is a Professional Certified Coach who specializes in leadership coaching. And, she's also a fat activist who created and hosts the podcast, Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol . The intersection of anti-fat bias and workplace culture is of particular interest to her, as she's both experienced and witnessed the deep harm caused by diet culture norms when adopted by workplaces. Sophia uses the art of storytelling to share stories of marginalized identities in hopes of creating more empathy, furthering representation, and deepening belonging.
 
 
Connect with Sophia on her website, and listen to her joyous liberation podcast, Fat Joy with Sophia Apostol (https://www.fatjoy.life/).

Continue your learning journey with Aurbery Gordon (https://www.yourfatfriend.com),  Virgie Tovar
https://www.virgietovar.com and Lindy West https://www.bitchmedia.org/article/lindy-west-shrill-fat-positive-representation-interview

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In this week’s episode, I dive deep into the importance of celebrating and acknowledging ourselves at work. 

We often overlook our own achievements and milestones, constantly pushing ourselves to the next goal without taking the time to appreciate our accomplishments. I share how I've done just that myself!
 
So this week, let’s get into …
 
🎉 Why acknowledging achievements and milestones at work matters
💪 How we can overcome the mindset that hinders self-acknowledgment
💼 The connection of celebration and acknowledgment in teams and leadership

And… the magic five to one ratio for building healthy relationships and teams.

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Are you ready for some game-changing tips on running transformational offsite events? 🎯💼

I've got an incredible speaker today, who's a pro at designing offsite sessions that leave a lasting impact.

Pedram Parasmand has over 11 years’ experience working with executive teams to new entrants in the corporate, public, third and education sectors - nationally and internationally.
 
His clients include Accenture, Barclays Bank, Ministry of Justice, Red Bull, The European Union Commission, and The British Council. Previously, Pedram worked in Leadership Development at the education charity Teach First and started his career as a high school Science teacher.

Our conversation focuses on everything you need to know about crafting a memorable offsite. We start with how to get clear on the outcomes of the offsite, the power of using verbs in the objectives, how to use storytelling to create a transformational experience. He shares his tips on how to gather feedback, and close effectively. And Ped shares his own unique framework that you can use today to help craft a memorable offsite.

Connect with Ped on Linkedin and find more about his work on his website. 

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In this week’s episode, I discuss the often overlooked topic of work friendships with my special guest, Kat Vellos.

Kat Vellos is a trusted expert on the power of cultivating meaningful friendships. She’s a speaker and author of the book, We Should Get Together: The Secret to Cultivating Better Friendships. She’s also the creator of the Better than Small Talk conversation cards and the Better Conversations Calendar. Kat’s writing is read in over 100 countries and she’s been interviewed by The New York Times, NPR, Communication Arts, The Good Life Project, and many more.

In exploring adult friendships, you will .....

• Learn strategies for creating long-lasting friendships at work
• Understand the fragility of work friendships 
• Discover the importance of balancing work and personal boundaries
• Explore the impact of time and proximity on friendships

If you're interested in creating stronger connections at work and navigating the nuances of friendships, this episode is a must-listen.
 
Find more about Kat’s book, newsletter, coaching and events: on her website. https://weshouldgettogether.com/
Connection Club: https://weshouldgettogether.com/connection-club                                          
Instagram: @katvellos_author
Twitter: @katvellos

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Our emotional brain reacts quickly without thinking, often driven by biases.

In this episode, my guest Lori Shook, helps us gain a deeper understanding of how our brain and body react to stress and emotions in the workplace.

In our conversation, we seek to:

• Understand the neuroscience behind our need for belonging and its influence on our well-being and performance at work.
• Gain insights into the connection between neuroscience and coaching techniques for personal and professional development.
• Discover the role of the prefrontal cortex in managing emotions, making logical choices, and problem-solving.
• Learn about the limbic system and its influence on our emotional responses and decision-making processes.
• Gain practical strategies to create a sense of belonging, fairness, and certainty as a leader in the workplace.

Lori Shook has been a coach for 27 years and has been training coaches for 25 years.  Along the way she’s also developed other talents, especially in training others. Her superpower is to demystify what’s going on and present it back to people in a palatable way – which is why she’s accumulated a pretty big fan base.

She believes that neuroscience is one of the key factors that helps to people understand themselves, their interactions with others and to develop “people skills”.
Lori refers to her model, Be SAFE and Certain, and you can follow along with the visual here.

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In every workplace, you'll inevitably come across a few jerks.

These individuals are often tolerated for various reasons, but today's conversation takes an unexpected turn as we consider that it might not entirely be their fault.

Our guest today is Dr. Katie Ervin, the founder of Catalyst Development in the United States. Dr. Ervin's research focuses on workplace motivation through the lens of the self-determination theory and explores the impact of an employee's perception of their organization's support.

Her latest book, titled "You Might Be a Jerk, but It Might Not Be Your Fault," was released on April 21, 2023, and quickly claimed the #1 New Release Best Seller spot in both the Human Resources and Educational Leadership categories on Amazon.

Join us as we delve into the world of workplace jerks and gain a deeper understanding of what drives their behaviour, and why it might not be entirely their fault.

The book Katie references in our conversation is “Crucial conversations: Tools for talking when the stakes are high.”

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This week, we embark on a fascinating journey into the realm of personal branding.
 
My guest, Victoria Pelletier, is not just your average corporate executive. With over two decades of experience, she's also a Board Director, a #1 bestselling author, and a professional public speaker. Victoria's reputation in the industry is solidified by nicknames like the "Turn Around Queen" and the "CEO Whisperer," bestowed upon her by former colleagues and employers.
 
In our engaging interview, you'll acquire insights into the art of defining and differentiating your personal brand. Victoria will unveil strategies for creating meaningful content on LinkedIn and demonstrate how to harness this newfound self-awareness to your advantage in job interviews and beyond.
 
We dive deep into practical advice, with Victoria generously sharing tips for crafting your own personal brand, standing out in a competitive landscape, and forging meaningful connections that can shape your future success.
 
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Grieving whilst still having to show up at work brings its own challenges.

Today, I share a personal experience of navigating grief earlier this year, and what I learnt from that process. Learn why it's essential to feel your feelings, adjust your expectations of yourself, and seek the support you need.
 
Whether you're a business owner, an employee, or a team leader, this conversation about grief will resonate with you.
 
For more on this theme, see my interview with Bryony Wildblood - “Acknowledging loss”

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The powerful question is like a mini adventure.
 
You don't know where the question will take you, but you know it's going to be meaningful and it's going to be impactful.
 
Join me in this episode as I share the 5 most powerful questions that have transformed my life and lives of my clients.

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This week’s episode is an unusual one – I get put in the coaching hot seat! 🔥

Following on from my previous  episode around understanding the emotional brain through neuroscience, Lori Shook, my guest, coaches me through something I’m stuck on – becoming a digital nomad.

Lori uses the model she created – Be SAFE And Certain, and you can follow along with the visual here.

This is a fascinating application of neuroscience to my emotions, and decision making.

Lori Shook has been a coach for 27 years and has been training coaches for 25 years.  Along the way she’s also developed other talents, especially in training others. Her superpower is to demystify what’s going on and present it back to people in a palatable way – which is why she’s accumulated a pretty big fan base.

She believes that neuroscience is one of the key factors that helps to people understand themselves, their interactions with others and to develop “people skills”.

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Check out her program, Rewired to Relate

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Ready for some workplace secrets?
 
In this episode, we dig into what HR REALL wants you to know: from office romances and dealing with disruptive colleagues to addressing the pitfalls in DEI and the hiring process.
 
My guest is Katherine McCord, a globetrotting People Operations entrepreneur and international speaker.
 
Whether it is revolutionizing HR Tech, innovating DEI, Recruiting, and HR for clients, or being the Founder of The Neuroverse, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to building inclusion and elevating neurodiversity, Katherine always brings everything back to her three missions: integrity, inclusion, and innovation.
 
With her unique blend of humour and insight, Katherine brings a light-hearted perspective to these serious matters, making our discussion both enlightening and enjoyable.
 
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Feeling stuck and dissatisfied with life?

This was where my guest found herself 2 years ago.
 
My guest today is Rachel Peacock, CEO of Making Space, a charity that provides care for adults with support needs. She’s worked in the charity sector for  much of her working life – and as you will hear has a really strong sense of purpose about the work she does. She’s very motivated by social justice and equity.
 
In this episode, Rachel shares her journey of self-discovery and transformation through coaching with me, exploring what leadership means to her and the importance of aligning her head and heart. She had huge doubts about coaching and is now a huge advocate for its therapeutic.
 
Listen in as Rachel opens up about her leadership struggles, the power of values, and the benefits of journaling.

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Ever wondered how you get rid of that shitty voice in your head? The one that tells you to play small?
 
Today’s episode is all about understanding the impact of the imposter syndrome, and how deeply ingrained beliefs of self-worth are at the root cause.
 
My guest today is Tara Halliday, is renowned Imposter Syndrome Coach. Her work is all about eliminating imposter syndrome and replacing it with energy, focus, calm resilience and confidence.  She is the author of Amazon #1 best-sellers ‘Unmasking: The Coach’s Guide to Imposter Syndrome’ and ‘Outsmart Imposter Syndrome’.

Listen in for practical strategies to tame your inner critic.
Find Tara on Linkedin,  YouTube  and do her free quiz.

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In this week's episode, we dive into the often enigmatic realm of workplace grievances. For most of us, the need to either lodge a grievance or become the recipient of one is a rare occurrence, possibly happening only once in our entire career.
 
Our guest today, Katherine McCord, unveils the mysteries surrounding this process and provides valuable advice on how to navigate it should you ever find yourself in such a situation.
 
The conversation delves into critical aspects like safety concerns, breakdowns in communication, and the pivotal role played by HR in resolving workplace conflicts.
 
Katherine McCord, a globetrotting People Operations entrepreneur and an internationally recognized speaker, joins us for this insightful discussion.
 
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Join me in this episode as I break down the top 4 predictions for leadership trends in the upcoming year based on insights from working with senior executives.

These predictions reflect the evolving landscape of leadership in 2024 and offer a glance into the skills and mindsets that leaders need to cultivate.

My takeaways are informed by real-world experiences and validated by fellow seasoned executive coaches, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in staying ahead of the leadership curve in 2024.

The podcasts references in the show as additional resources:
Chat GPT and the AI revolution
5 things to know about AI as a non-techie leader

Thanks to my coach colleagues who helped shape my thinking:
Aly King-Smith
Jill McMillan

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In this week’s episode, I share practical tips for anyone who has been made. I discuss the emotional impact of redundancy and the importance of taking care of one's mental health.

You will get my advice on assessing finances, updating resumes and LinkedIn profiles, networking actively, reassessing career paths, applying to jobs strategically, and prioritising emotional resilience.

I'm not a career or recruitment specialist. This insight is based on over 10 years of journeying with clients through this transition period.

Remember, redundancy is not a personal failure. It's a result of external factors beyond your control.

Links I mention in the episode:
Adam Karpiak: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akarpiak/
Headshot generator: https://www.aragon.ai

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You may find your tactics of managing your to-do list no longer work. We face so much choice, and therefore millions of decision each day, it’s no wonder we feel overwhelmed.

Today, I'll talk you through 

• Core principles of time management
• 10 transformative tips from my mastermind group coaching sessions designed to tackle the to-do list conundrum.

Even if you are a to-do list jedi master, I promise you will find ONE tip worth trying.

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On this week's episode, we talk about the silent struggle of managing menopause symptoms while juggling professional responsibilities and why understanding and support in the workplace are paramount.  

My guest is Sharon MacArthur, founder of Miss Menopause, who shares her journey and mission to normalise conversation at work on this topic. 

As we uncover the overarching effects of menopause on personal well-being and work life, we touch on why is acceptance and support lacking, and how can we encourage authenticity in the workplace. 

We also discuss how can men play a role in this conversation, and why is a collective shift in attitude essential

Find out more about Sharon’s work on her website or Linkedin. 

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In this episode, we're embarking on an enlightening journey through the maze of tough talks.

Joining me is the COO powerhouse, Ghilaine Chan, a maestro in setting clear expectations and a veteran in steering through the toughest of conversations with honesty and directness.
 
We're delving deep into how to confront those uneasy truths head-on and how to anchor ourselves in integrity even when the waves get rough. This episode is your guide through the stormy seas of difficult dialogues.
 
Get ready to uncover the art of staying composed in the heat of the moment and the priceless insights that come from facing communication challenges. This isn't just about getting through tough conversations; it's about mastering them, coming out on the other side not just intact but enriched and empowered.
 
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This week, we dive into a leadership skill that might just surprise you: Improv! 🎭

Improv shakes up our desire for control and perfection, pushing us to welcome uncertainty, celebrate our stumbles, and revel in being spontaneous.

I'm excited to have Su Mee Tan with us, sharing her transformation from a project manager who loved control to an improvisation pro, both in her career and on the theater stage. She'll reveal how improv has reshaped her views on leading effectively and personal growth.

Su Mee is all about the power of improvisation—adapting on the fly is her secret to resilience, better performance, and living with intention.

Not just a coach, Su Mee's got an impressive lineup of credentials: a Change Management Practitioner, a Mindfulness & Meditation Trainer, and an MA in English Linguistics. Plus, she's a star in improvised musicals, teaches improv to fellow coaches, and integrates it into her public speaking and leadership workshops. 

Let's learn how to play our roles with a bit of improv flair!

You can connect and learn more about Su Mee and her work here: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumeetan/

https://www.intothemirrorcoaching.com/

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This week's episode is about first times and we'll discuss mindset and expectations when trying new things, sharing personal experiences and insights.

From launching a podcast to getting back into activities after a hiatus, we'll uncover the vulnerability and discomfort that comes with taking on something new or revisiting old pursuits.

If you're interested in delving deeper into conversations like these and exploring ways to work through the challenges of navigating first times, consider checking out the opportunities for one-to-one executive coaching and team coaching in the links below.

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Ever thought about the impact that 100 coffee conversations could have on your career and networking opportunities?

In this episode, we dive deep into Matt Ballantine's 100 coffees project, exploring the ins and outs of making meaningful connections in a post-COVID world.

Matt Ballantine, has almost 3 decades of experience in transformation initiatives -- as he puts it -- getting people and tech to work together better. He's worked for a wide range of organisations like Reuters and BBC.

 And today, he's an engagement manager at Equal Experts, a London based consultancy. And a podcast host of WB-40 where he talks to guests about tech and how it's changing the way we work.

In our conversation, which feels much like what I expect a coffee conversation would be like with him, I ask him all about the project -- the origin story and lessons learnt.

And we still manage to cover topics like:

-       The liminal spaces at work vs water cooler moments

-       Apophenia -- the human ability to make connections in unrelated things,

-       how protestant work ethic gets in the way of a project like 100 coffees.

Inspired by our conversation? Book your place in the 100 Coffee project

https://calendly.com/matt-ballantine

You can find out more about how tech is changing the way we work on Matt's podcast, WB-40 https://wb40podcast.com

Tricia Hersey, author of the book Rest is Resistance, used to have a similar offering around coffee and connect:

http://www.triciahersey.com/coffee-and-tea-chats.html

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In this episode, we delve into the topic of "good girl" conditioning and its effects on women in professional settings.

Our guest, Michelle Minnikin, author of "Good Girl Deprogramming," shares insights into her personal journey of recognizing and overcoming this conditioning.

She delves into the research surrounding coercive control tactics and discusses the complex interplay between likeability and credibility that women often navigate in the workplace, along with the negative stereotypes and labels they face.

We also get to:

• examine the performative aspect of International Women's Day,
• advocate for a reimagining of workplace structures to better align with the unique rhythms and energies of women,
• explore the implications of traditional dating practices,
• the fragility of masculinity and the evolving dynamics of power within society.

Michelle Minnikin, a Chartered Psychologist and Coach with over two decades of experience in leadership, organizational development, coaching, and personal development.

Discover more about Michelle's work, including her quiz and book, at her website: 

Good Girl Deprogramming | Michelle Minnikin Coaching.

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In this conversation, Nikki St. Paul discusses the importance of rest and how she discovered its value in her own life. She shares her personal awakening to the need for rest and the impact of burnout.

In this conversation, Nikki and Catherine discuss the importance of rest and its impact on well-being and productivity. They explore the concept of trusting one's intuition and seeking external validation, as well as understanding and meeting personal needs. They emphasize the value of bringing elements of rest into daily life and the significance of micro moments of rest.

They challenge the notion that rest is solely for productivity and highlight the need for self-compassion and reframing rest as non-doing. They also discuss promoting rest in organizations and the role of leaders in modeling rest.

Nikki St Paul is a mind, body, and breath coach and the Founder of Breathing Mindful Coaching. She guides ambitious women, workplaces & communities to embrace rest and rise to achieve sustainable success and thrive in their lives.

Connect with Nikki here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkistpaul/
Instagram (@breathingmindful)
Her monthly rest circle: 
https://buytickets.at/breathingmindfulcoaching

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This week's episode we talk about finding direction and meaning in our lives featuring James Cobbett. We discuss his journey of discovering his purpose and the importance of uncovering one's "why" statement.

He reflects on his transition from working in a charity part-time to pursuing freelance web design full-time, highlighting a shift in his search for meaningful work beyond just financial stability.

James mentions reaching a point of disengagement and questioning the purpose of his work before coming across Simon Sinek's work on the significance of having a strong core purpose. Inspired by Sinek's ideas, James embarked on a personal quest to identify his own "why" statement, leading to the creation of a statement focused on sparking individuals into action to live life with purpose.

This process not only shaped his business approach, focusing on serving purposeful organizations, but also empowered him to make strategic decisions aligning with his newfound clarity.

You can connect with James on LinkedIn, check out his work on purpose, or his website building for charities.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-cobbett/

https://jamescobbett.co.uk/

https://goodbear.co.uk/

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Painful, tender personal experiences can often feel overlooked, especially when you're leading through them.

In this week's episode of Unsaid at Work, Rebecca Mander shares her heart-wrenching journey through some of life's most challenging moments---the loss of her son Charlie, the death of her mother, and steering her organization through the 2008 economic downturn.

She shares how she's used this painful human experiences to help others find resilience through their hard times.

This is an episode for anyone looking to find strength in vulnerability and turning personal trials into transformative triumph.

Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/guruyoucoach/

Other episodes that address grief:

The human experience at work

https://www.podpage.com/unsaid-at-work/acknowledging-loss-honouring-the-human-experience-in-the-workplace-with-bryony-wildblood/

Grieving a 4-legged friend

https://www.podpage.com/unsaid-at-work/grieving-for-a-four-legged-friend-a-personal-story/

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In this episode, I'm thrilled to chat with Steven Writer-Maguire and Wei Wang about the magic of mastermind groups and the incredible growth they foster. 

We dive into shared challenges, the power of vulnerability, and how these groups create a safe, non-judgmental space for leaders to evolve. From their personal journeys of navigating leadership during the COVID lockdown to the transformative feedback loops in mastermind sessions, Steven and Wei share insightful stories you won't want to miss. Plus, we explore the often-overlooked skills in leadership—like storytelling and relationship building—that truly make a difference. 

Join the waitlist to be the first to hear about the next mastermind: 

https://www.conversationsattheedge.co.uk/safespacesquad

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"Bring yourself to work" is all the rage in workplaces, but are we truly accepted for who we are?

In today's episode, I explore this question with my guest, Amethysta Herrick. She shares how she had to "squelch who I was because I had to."

We dive into the challenges of the transgender experience, the pressures of capitalism, and the importance of staying true to oneself. We chat about her personal journey in the tech industry, her experiences bouncing between societal expectations and her true self, and the profound impact of truly listening and valuing others' perspectives.

About Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.: Amethysta is a writer, podcaster, and activist focusing on the origin and nature of identity, especially gender. With a background as a geneticist, chemist, software engineer, and manager, her greatest challenge has been addressing the misconception that identity and gender are concerns only for the LGBTQ community. Instead, she teaches that identity is an ongoing process every human engages in throughout life.

Connect with Amethysta:

• Website: amethysta.io
• Read her work and find her podcast: genderidentitytoday.com

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If you think most organizational values aren’t worth the paper they are written on, then this is the episode for you.

Today, on UnSaid at work,  we explore why having organizational values matters and what good values look like.

My guest, Jackie Le Fèvre, is the perfect person for this discussion. With a PhD in human values psychology and a background in zoology and human behaviour, Jackie brings deep insights into understanding people.

We tackle questions like: 

💡 What’s the point of organizational values (since most seem pointless)? 

💡How can leaders and teams use them effectively? 

💡What’s the link between culture and values? 

💡What do good values look like?

Jackie shares specific examples of meaningful corporate values and how they’ve been applied in recruitment, procurement, and during crises.

Curious to determine your personal values? Get my tool here:

https://skilled-artist-1209.ck.page/a973c65125

Connect with Jackie:

• Twitter: @MagmaEffect
• LinkedIn: Jackie Le Fèvre

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23% of U.S. employees strongly agree that they can apply their organization’s values to their work every day, and only 27% “believe in” their organization’s values.

And yet every organisation has them. 

In today’s episode, we are reclaiming the role of organisation values with my guest, Jackie Le Fèvre. We put common corporate values in the hotseat – like integrity and ethics – and explore why they make cynics out of us all.  

Jackie has her PHD is human values psychology and is the perfect person to geek out on this question. 

This episode is a follow on from the last week – so if you haven’t listened to that one, go back and listen to that first. 

Curious to determine your personal values? Get my tool here.

https://skilled-artist-1209.ck.page/a973c65125

Connect with Jackie:

• Twitter: @MagmaEffect
• LinkedIn: Jackie Le Fèvre

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In the final episode of Season 2, I reflect on our two-year journey and the incredible conversations we've shared. 

From navigating the fallout of a failed coaching program to Unsaid at Work making it into the top 5% of global podcasts, it has truly been an amazing ride. I delve into the profound, sometimes messy, often unseen, and always meaningful discussions that have marked this series. Whether it's dealing with jerks at work, addressing systems of oppression, or sharing deeply personal stories, this episode is a heartfelt thank you to all our listeners. 

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