Episodes
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This episode explores how many people manage their climb up their career ladder.
We discuss how
§ Morphing to match company values and rules can cause leaders to âlose themselvesâ.
§ Loss of self leads to uncomfortable compromises in values creating daily stress.
§ Leaders who lose themselves are less likely to progress or meet their potential.
We exlpore how to âresetâ your values and stand up as a leader; someone who itâs âeasyâ to promote and who inspires those around them.
Finally, we pose four questions
1. Are you clear what your values and non-negotiables at work are?
If not, how will you define them and be clear on what they really are?2. What are you tolerating at work, thatâs out of line with your values?
3. What one action will you take to reset and reinforce your value system?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this episode we explore how self-talk âgets in the wayâ and stops leaders from being themselves and from reaching their potential. We also touch on the dreaded concept of âimpostor syndrome and refer back to Episode #3 where we meet the Inner Judge and Critic.
Today, we talk about
§ Why we have self talk and itâs real purpose.
§ Where the inner messages come from.
§ The impact uncontrolled self-talk can have on stress levels and performance.
We introduce the concept of the Inner Boardroom and the how our inner monologues and the concept of an Inner CEO can help us to reclaim confidence and clear thinking.
Finally we ask listenersâŠ
1. Who are your loudest board members and what do they say?
2. How do your react to your own self-talk?
3. What one new action will you take to work with one of your Inner Board Members?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
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As we see many companies cutting costs and downsizing we discuss how this affects the people who stay, those who leave, the leaders driving the change, and those who have to give the âtough messagesâ.We explore the upsides and risks to people and organisations in terms of productivity, talent, financial performance, and how âdownsizing stressâ easily leads to value destruction.
We consider
â What âgood people-centricâ downsizing looks like.
â How leaders can maximise value, minimise stress, and mitigate business risks.
And we share real-world examples weâre been part of.
Finally, we ask listeners to consider how they âhandleâ downsizingâŠ
§ As a leader in their organisation?
§ When it happens to them?
§ When it happens to someone close to them?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this episode we chat about how we choose to work where we work and what stops us from leaving.
We exploreâŠ
Why it is that great people get stuck in roles that arenât working for them.
Why we tolerate situations that are unhealthy for us.
What stops us leaving.
We refer to the book âQuit: The Power of Knowing When To Walk Away.â by Annie Duke.
And discuss the biology of taking risks and what makes it hard and what it takes to âQuitâ.
And we pose questions for anyone who is thinking of changing jobs..
1. What is the one reason you are staying where you are?
2. If youâre struggling, what evidence to you have that things will change?
3. If you had ÂŁ/$100K would you stay in this job or choose something different?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Today we talk about career choices and how and when we make changes; or donât.
We talk about what motivates and demotivates us all â from the moment we meet a new employer to the day-to-day work experience. We explore the effect stress has on leaders and why businesses are tough on their people.
And lastly, why itâs easy to get stuck, and tolerate a job that feels soul-destroying.
We chat aboutâŠ
· What we want to believe during the interview process and why.
· What to look out for that tells us all is not what it seems.
· What to do when the words and actions donât match.
· Ways to stand up to authority, power, put healthy boundaries in place.
· How to find a way to deliver results on your terms and be rewarded for it.
We ask you to think aboutâŠ
Which feels more comfortable under stressâŠ
· Tactics â What can I fix now? Or
· Strategy â How will I grow the business long term?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Today we chat about how successful growth companies lock in success.
What do they do that others donât?
What does this mean for the leaders in the company?
And what levers can a company pull to get the most out of its people so they choose to go the extra mile?
We talk about what motivates and demotivates us all â from the moment we meet a new employer through the day-to-day work experience.
And we pose some questions for any leader to consider
1. Where do you have friction in your relationships today that destroys value?
2. What will you do to address that?
3. And when?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
We look at what drives people to want promotions â is it money, power, wanting to do the next job, boredom, competition or something else?
We talk about what gets people promoted and what traits, behaviours and habits successful people use that gets them noticed and elevated!
And we place control back in your hands.And we pose the question â is it you or your environment that is getting in your way?
And we pose some questions for you to considerâŠ
1. If you want to be promotedâŠwhatâs driving you?
2. If youâre âstuckâ what do you think is tripping you up?
3. What will you do about it?
4. How are showing up and are you happy with this?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this episode we discuss ow leadership is often defined â as a bunch of people âfollowing the leaderâ and why this doesnât always work.
We explore what makes leading difficult and importantly things you can do to be more effective and get people behind you!
We talk about
· What are the different (and most common) ways in which we lead?
· Why leadership isnât just about getting people to do things
· Common behaviours and habits that trip leaders up
· What to do when it just isnât workingâŠ
And we pose some questions for you to think about..
1. How comfortable do you feel leading from the front?
2. What do you think trips you up?
3. What one thing will you practice doing differently?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
What messages are we being fed that donât serve us and disconnect us from ourselves and the REAL world around us.
How do you balance your integrity vs the fear of standing up.We talk about soundbites and their impact on our mental health and sense of reality.
We pose the questionsâŠ
· What do you CHOOSE to listen to and CHOOSE to believe?
· What impact do media messages have on your beliefs and sense of self?
· How will you become a better, more human leader based on facts AND feelings?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Discover what it REALLY feels like to be STUCK and how to unstick yourself.
We talk about overthinking, decision-making, what it feels like to be paralysed, and feel unable to choose.
We pose the questionsâŠ
· What do you usually do?
· What drives that action?
· What usually happens as a result?
AndâŠ
· What enables you to pivot and take a step forward and break your deadlock?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Find out how close you are to suffering from a stress-related illness.
In this episode we share the Holmes & Rahe Stress scale and how you can use this to get clues as to how close you may be to suffering an illness due to stress.
And what you can do to be more aware?
What is your body TRYING to tell you and what actions can you take to recover for good.
And pose the questionsâŠ
1. How aware are you of what stressors you have in your life?
2. What CAN you do in YOUR life to address your stressors?
3. What WILL you do about it?
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It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Stress. Control, Creativity & Surrender
For anyone who struggles to stop, get off the hamster wheel and let go of stress.
In this episode we explore the link between stress and the need for control...
We discuss how âsurrenderingâ reduces biological and psychological stress and boosts creativity.
The question is whatâs stopping you from letting go?
And whatâs the impact on your health, performance at work, relationships and your ability to lead?
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Do you struggle to try to prove yourself in work and in other relationships?
What drives you to try and prove yourself?
In this week's episode we dive into this very subject - pretty much everyone likes to be liked, to feel like they are doing well and to be good enough - it's universal!
Which box do you often find yourself stuck in?..
- Better Than
- Less Than
- Need to be seen as
- Deserve to be
We all have a couple of preferred boxes and in this episode we discuss how to take a step back, get out of the box(es) and level up together.It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this week's episode, we delve into our 'Inner Boardroom' what it is and who those members are
The most important relationship we have as a leader is the one with yourself.
Most people tend to look at their relationships with the outside world world and completely skate over the relationship they have with themselves.
So, what is it that your board members are trying to tell you?
Are you recognising they are there and what are the messages they are trying to share?
Because when our board members are in balance we are in our best state for everything in lifeIt starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
This week sees the final episode of our three part series around Ego in Leadership.
If you're overworking and doing too much, it's really good to stop and ask yourself why you are doing it.
What do you work really hard at?
How do you show up with other people that takes loads of energy?
Success is when you recognise your winning formula, when you know yourself and you know what your 'gig' is.
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
This week we move to the second chapter of our three part series around Ego in Leadership - How to spot leaders with a healthy ego?
What are the traits of a healthy ego?
What does great leadership looks like and the positive impact it has on others and tangible value it creates as a result.
We also share our own personal experiences of the healthy models we have seen and worked with - shout outs included!It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
Part one of a three part series, this week we chat about ego in leadership.
What is it?
What is the difference between a healthy /unhealthy ego and what does that look like?
Ego is a learnt pattern of behaviour. It's often hard to admit and hard to accept and is also something we weren't necessarily taught about.
But... By being more aware of where you stand, how your ego shows up and having a greater understanding and awareness of others, you can model what healthy looks like and infect the people around you in a positive way.
What ego state do you take to work and what is the impact of that on the people around you?It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
This week we chat about how we build great organisations and workplaces by creating healthy connections with each other.
We often forget that businesses are only made up of people. We get obsessed with ROI, value creation, impact, deadlines, looking good, being seen and deliverables etc - in other words, jargon that dehumanises workplaces.
This is about aligning shoulder to shoulder around what truly matters...
Which is challenging!
Why?
Because we fear being vulnerable and using 'soft skills' (emotional intelligence)
We get stuck in power struggles, hierarchies and play by invisible rules that aren't real unless we play by them
We make assumptions about what the other person thinks of us ( truth is - they feel the same)
There's a power differential or stress - one person has more organisational 'power/control'It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this week's episode we chat about how to take small solid bite-sized actions on your own behalf to stand up with confidence even if you don't feel it.
It's easy to get stuck in your comfort zone of stress and keep working harder, doing more, trying to fix things or rescue people or situations - this may feel familiar and safe.
But, by taking one small new or different step into a small amount of discomfort, (which IS uncomfortable) by stepping up and moving forwards on your own behalf, you will feel more grounded, in control, and that you have power over what's happening.This is about your inner leader... And how to take small solid bite-sized actions on your own behalf to unstick what stops you.
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ -
In this new episode we unravel how taking responsibility, standing up and how vulnerability in the workplace defines leaders and gives others permission to be human.
How vulnerability in the workplace allows people to truly 'see' you and taking responsibility and telling the truth are shortcuts to gaining respect
We discuss the notion of command and control, punishment and power in the workplace, the negative impact that can have and reflect on the importance of teachable moments and using mistakes and difficult situations as learning opportunities.It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.
Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/ - Show more
