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204. Boss traumas, 2am callers and benefit ballers. PLUS! Is alcohol a well-being blindspot?
Truth, Lies & Work is the award-winning psychology podcast from the HubSpot Podcast Network — hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott.
This week:
– Are we normalising trauma in leadership?
– Is workplace drinking culture harming inclusion?
– And would you fire your best-paying client over a 2am call?
Welcome to This Week in Work — where we unpack the trends, traps and true stories shaping work today.
🔥 Stories Covered
1. Are We Normalising Trauma at Work?
A viral LinkedIn post by Laura Lanier triggered hundreds of comments revealing just how damaging bad bosses can be. From cults to catheter shaming, the examples range from shocking to absurd — but the pattern is clear: we’ve let poor leadership become workplace trauma.
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laura-lanier-819b04217_have-you-ever-had-a-boss-so-bad-that-you-activity-7337525588833816576-oyrB
2. 8 Ways to Say ‘Screw You’ at Work (Without Getting Fired)
Lee Harding (aka The Introverted Recruiter) shares the passive-aggressive classics of workplace comms. Think “per my last email” and “respectfully” — but decoded.
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/theintrovertedrecruiter_/
3. Why You’re Still Hiring the Wrong Leaders
The Christie NHS Trust ditched personality tests in favour of behaviour-based assessments — and transformed their leadership culture. This case study offers real lessons for any founder or hiring manager.
🔗 https://realworld-group.com/case-studies/christie-case-study-transforming-senior-executive-recruitment-with-the-real-world-leader/
🔥 Hot Take
Is Alcohol Still a Workplace Taboo?
Author and coach Tabbin Almond argues that workplace drinking is a wellbeing blind spot. From networking norms to pressure to fit in, alcohol affects more than you think — and it’s time businesses stopped treating it as a personal issue.
🔗 https://www.winetowatercoaching.com
🔗 https://www.winetowatercoaching.com/bottling-up-trouble
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-tabbin-almond/
💬 Workplace Surgery
– “Should I fire my biggest client for calling at 2am?”
– “Why did my boss only offer part-time after I quit?”
– “How do I know if I’m really building a great place to work?”
🎧 Coming Up Thursday
Hate corporate jargon? Join us for a masterclass in workplace communication. We’ll decode the phrases that make you sound credible — and the ones that make you sound like a walking HR punchline.
🔗 Connect
– Al: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott
– Leanne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
– Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork
– Email: [email protected]
– WhatsApp Group: Send an email if you want to join!
– Book a call: https://savvycal.com/meetleanne/chat
🔗 Support With Mental Health and Well-being
– Mind UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
– Samaritans (UK): Call 116 123 or email [email protected]
– Mental Health at Work: https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk/
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Truth, Lies & Work is the award-winning psychology podcast from the HubSpot Podcast Network — hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott.
This week:
– Are we normalising trauma in leadership?
– Is workplace drinking culture harming inclusion?
– And would you fire your best-paying client over a 2am call?
Welcome to This Week in Work — where we unpack the trends, traps and true stories shaping work today.
🔥 Stories Covered
1. Are We Normalising Trauma at Work?
A viral LinkedIn post by Laura Lanier triggered hundreds of comments revealing just how damaging bad bosses can be. From cults to catheter shaming, the examples range from shocking to absurd — but the pattern is clear: we’ve let poor leadership become workplace trauma.
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/posts/laura-lanier-819b04217_have-you-ever-had-a-boss-so-bad-that-you-activity-7337525588833816576-oyrB
2. 8 Ways to Say ‘Screw You’ at Work (Without Getting Fired)
Lee Harding (aka The Introverted Recruiter) shares the passive-aggressive classics of workplace comms. Think “per my last email” and “respectfully” — but decoded.
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/theintrovertedrecruiter_/
3. Why You’re Still Hiring the Wrong Leaders
The Christie NHS Trust ditched personality tests in favour of behaviour-based assessments — and transformed their leadership culture. This case study offers real lessons for any founder or hiring manager.
🔗 https://realworld-group.com/case-studies/christie-case-study-transforming-senior-executive-recruitment-with-the-real-world-leader/
🔥 Hot Take
Is Alcohol Still a Workplace Taboo?
Author and coach Tabbin Almond argues that workplace drinking is a wellbeing blind spot. From networking norms to pressure to fit in, alcohol affects more than you think — and it’s time businesses stopped treating it as a personal issue.
🔗 https://www.winetowatercoaching.com
🔗 https://www.winetowatercoaching.com/bottling-up-trouble
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-tabbin-almond/
💬 Workplace Surgery
– “Should I fire my biggest client for calling at 2am?”
– “Why did my boss only offer part-time after I quit?”
– “How do I know if I’m really building a great place to work?”
🎧 Coming Up Thursday
Hate corporate jargon? Join us for a masterclass in workplace communication. We’ll decode the phrases that make you sound credible — and the ones that make you sound like a walking HR punchline.
🔗 Connect
– Al: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott
– Leanne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
– Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork
– Email: [email protected]
– WhatsApp Group: Send an email if you want to join!
– Book a call: https://savvycal.com/meetleanne/chat
🔗 Support With Mental Health and Well-being
– Mind UK: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
– Samaritans (UK): Call 116 123 or email [email protected]
– Mental Health at Work: https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk/
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