Mind Your Career

Ep #14: How do you go with making commitments in life? Do you coast through the week without putting much thought and intention into how you're spending your time? Are you struggling to stick to a career or relationship? Are you afraid of dedicating yourself to only a few very important things in your life? Or are you distracted by the endless possibilities available to us in the modern age?

Perhaps you're being just a tad... flakey...

If you answered yes to any of these Q's, join us for our latest episode where we talk all about it!

Referenced in this chat:

"Dedicated: The Case for Commitment in an Age of Infinite Browsing" by Pete Davis

Ep #13: It's been a minute since we last spoke and a lot has been going on. The world is quite heavy right now and there is a lot to feel anxious and overwhelmed about.

We touch on this anxiety in today's ep, the guilt and shame around quitting things and the importance of finding things in life that balance out our serious side. We hope you enjoy x

Referenced in this episode:

"You will never be criticized by someone who is doing more than you. You will only be criticized by someone doing less."

- No bloody idea who originally said this. It seems to be attributed to a few different people.

"Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day" by Jay Shetty

Donate to the northern rivers 2022 flood victims:

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Ep #12: In today's episode, we unpack and share our thoughts on the creative process - how to push past the resistance and also the importance of asking yourself whether the thing you've decided to pursue is actually something you want.

It's easy to get tripped up by the romanticised perception of creativity, thanks to things like social media and influencer culture - the day-to-day creative process is often *not* all sunshine and rainbows. On the flip side, just because you feel at times like it's a hard slog showing up to create, it doesn't necessarily mean you shouldn't be doing that thing!

If you got something out of this episode, please share it!

And as always, if you have any feedback, ideas or a Whoopsies at Work story to share on the pod, email us at [email protected]

Books referenced in this chat:

"The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield
"The Practice: Shipping Creative Work" by Seth Godin
"The Dip" by Seth Godin
"Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life" by Julie Li and Nir Eyal

Ep #11: Welcome to 2022! It's been a rocky start but hey, we're here and we're ready.

We chat about new jobs (we've both just started one!), defining your purpose in the new year and how to set goals without them making you feel like crap!

In this episode, Julia shares some of her top podcast recommendations:

For a great pep talk and some seriously amazing and life-changing exercises that you can do at home, check out Ben Crowe on The Imperfects podcast.

Hugh Van-Cylenburg on Seize The Yay — his openness and commitment to being raw and vulnerable is so inspiring.

And finally, something to get you into action and to motivate you in terms of career, check out Bec Brown on Life Uncut.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Erin chats about the Dream Life Journals by Kristina Karlsson (owner of kikki.K) and shares a quote attributed to Anaïs Nin — "We don't see the world as it is, we see it as we are"

Check out the journal here (not sponsored)
https://www.kikki-k.com/au/shop-by/collection/dream-life/

Ep #10: In our last episode for 2021 we're reflecting on the year that was... what we've been through, what we've learned, and all that we're excited for in 2022. We wish everyone a safe and happy festive season and can't wait to bring more juicy topics to the Mind Your Career Podcast in the new year! Send us your feedback on the pod: [email protected]

Books we reference in this chat:

"The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom" by Don Miguel Ruiz

Ep #9: This week we're talking job hunting and all the fun emotions that come with it: anxiety, self-doubt, insecurity, imposter syndrome... the works!

We'll share our experiences with group interviews, how we prepare for and approach job trials, as well as our views on workplace culture, defining your values and what's more important to us than landing our "dream job."

If you liked this episode, tell your mates and don't forget to come have a laugh with us over on TikTok @mindyourcareerpodcast

Got a funny workplace story you'd like to share in our segment 'Whoopies at Work?'
Send an email to [email protected] with your written story or a voice memo audio clip that we can include in an upcoming episode!

Ep #8: In today's episode we're chatting about career expectations and sharing our thoughts on the constant cliche messaging surrounding 'pursuing your passion' and 'fulfilling your destiny'.

Is this shit really that helpful? Or does it warp our expectations and set us up for discontent? And what role does social media play in all of this? Plus Julia shares why she should never be trusted to book hotels (she might just make your next relaxing holiday destination at a corporate golf resort!)

If you enjoyed today's chat please share it with a friend, it's how we get the podcast out there and into more ears.

Books we reference in this chat:

“Inspired Destiny" by John Demartini
"Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
“Expectation Hangover” by Christine Hassler
“The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” by Mark Manson

Don’t forget to come and have a laugh with us over on TikTok @mindyourcareerpodcast

Got a funny/dumb work story? Send it to [email protected] to be featured in an upcoming episode!

Ep #7: This week on the podcast, Erin brings you a solo episode sharing her experience of going back to work full-time after having her little boy Vincent.

A super laid-back and vulnerable chat about work and motherhood that will hopefully remind all the beautiful mothers out there that you are doing an epic job and that the only “right” way of going back to work, is the one that is best for you and your family, period.

If you enjoyed this week’s episode, please send it to someone who might benefit from listening!

Ep #6: Let's talk morning routines - have you got one?

There's so much pressure and glamourisation over these wee little hours in the AM... so, is it all worth the hype?

In today's episode, we unpack our own thoughts on morning routines and explore the idea of having morning rituals instead. Plus, Julia talks about that time she accidentally made a bubble bath at work and Erin tells us about her awkward encounter with a bowl of soup!

If you enjoyed today's chat please tell your friends! And don't forget to come and have a laugh with us over on TikTok @mindyourcareerpodcast

Ep #5: Defining your values is a really helpful tactic to set you up for success in any job. So, do you know what yours are?

In today's episode, we share some ways you can start to explore and figure out what your values in the workplace may be, and then we jump into unpacking our own.

Vincent makes his debut on the podcast today too, as the struggles of life with a toddler make themselves known. Shout out to all the mamas working from home, you're doing an amazing job!

If you enjoyed today's chat, please send it to a mate. And while you're at it, come have a laugh with us over on TikTok. Search @mindyourcareerpodcast and give us a follow!