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In this third episode in our 4-part Thriving Through Life’s Challenges mini-series, we explore what happens when you realise that the life you’re living might no longer be the life you want. How do you find the courage to listen to yourself, make conscious choices and move towards what feels right  - even when you don’t quite know what comes next?

We are joined by the wonderful Gillian McMichael, transformational coach, author and wellbeing practitioner, who shares her own very personal experience of rather than losing some of herself and simply go through the motions – taking the courage to ask: what do I actually want from the rest of my life?

We explore the difference between surviving and thriving, letting go of some of the ‘shoulds’ we accumulate through life, and learning to notice where we might be shrinking ourselves or putting our own needs on hold. 

And importantly, choosing your life doesn’t have to mean ending a relationship or moving to another country. It can start much smaller: listening to yourself, making more conscious choices and finding your voice again. Gillian leaves us with three beautifully simple foundations for thriving: accept yourself, love yourself and know your worth. Or, as she would tell her younger self: don’t put yourself on hold. Follow your heart and trust every ounce of your whole being.

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In this second episode in our 4-part Thriving Through Life Changes mini-series, we explore one of those career moments that can look like a promotion on paper, but feel like a complete identity shift in practice: becoming a manager for the first time.

We are thrilled to be joined again by the inspirational Dave McCabe, who first stepped into management at just 21. Dave shares his advice on how to build credibility when you’re young and lead people who may be older or more experienced than you. He explores how to show vulnerability without undermining confidence, navigate difficult conversations and, importantly, stay yourself as your responsibility grows.

Dave also shares a brilliant reminder for more established leaders: questions from younger people aren't necessarily a sign of disrespect, ambition isn't necessarily impatience, and being outside your comfort zone doesn't mean you're not ready. Sometimes it simply means you're growing.

And perhaps that works both ways. One of the gifts of leadership is being able to spot potential in others and give somebody else their shot. It’s a reminder that leadership isn’t about having all the answers – or reaching a certain age. It’s about helping people realise what they’re capable of.

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In this first episode in our 4-part Thriving Through Life Changes mini-series, we explore what it means to keep a growth mindset as we acquire more experience and wisdom -  alongside potentially more bias and baggage! Growth doesn’t have an age limit; age and maturity don't necessarily arrive together. 

It can be reassuring to remember that there is no point at which we become the finished version of ourselves. Every day is a school day. And that's good for us – it keeps us looking forward rather than settling in.

In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Andreea Batrinu, who shares her experiences of what happens when we intentionally stay curious, keep learning and remain open to possibility throughout our lives and careers. Drawing on her own journey from Romania to building a career in UK aviation, Andreea shares why she chooses ‘yes, and…’ over ‘yes, but…’, and the value of stepping beyond what feels comfortable. As many people are feeling overwhelmed by life and work at the moment, she reminds us why sometimes we simply need to start before we have everything figured out.

From simply taking a different route to Tesco... to making life-changing career moves, it’s a brilliant reminder that every day really can be a school day.

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Aloha and welcome to our Summer Relax and Unwind Series! In this final episode we hear from Linz (Lindsey Thompson) who shares her top tips for reframing the return to work so we can enjoy every last moment of a well-earned break. 

Silencing our inner critic and treating ourselves like we would a friend, Linz shares how to flick off the switch of workload worry and practice a healthier thinking pattern. Surely a holiday is the moment to give ourselves a break, focus on the here and now and release our inner child state!

Ideal listen for anyone who knows they have a tendency to let work creep back in as their holidays comes to an end.  Set that Out Of Office in your head as well as your diary and enjoy yourself.

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Aloha and welcome to our Summer Relax and Unwind Series! In this third episode we hear from Karl (Green) who shares his top tips for relaxing our bodies to step into pure chill zone.  

Ideal listen for anyone who knows their body could do with an unwind to enable full enjoyment of their break.  Set that Out Of Office in your shoulders and enjoy yourself.

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Aloha and welcome to our Summer Relax and Unwind Series! In this very special 300th episode we hear from Mel (Melanie Yea) who shares her top tips for calming our mind to step into pure relaxation 

Like a sunhat prevents us from overheating and burning our heads, Mel shares how to chill our inner headspace. Tips for calm and peaceful thinking so we can take a genuine break whether officially on holiday or not! 

Ideal listen for anyone who’s feeling stressed and wants to relax, step into a calmness and fully relax.  Set that Out Of Office in your mind and enjoy yourself.

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Aloha and welcome to our Summer Relax and Unwind Series! In this first one we hear from Debs who shares her top tips for shifting into holiday mode. 

Like a passport enabling us to transition from one land to another, she shares practical ways to help shift from work to relax mode. If all we are doing is lying there stressing about work, then what’s the point of taking a holiday! 

Ideal listen for anyone who’s feeling tightly wound and wants to unwind into full relaxation holiday mode. Set that Out Of Office in your mind and enjoy yourself.

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As we gain more experiences life’s inevitable ups and downs, we're prompted to ask an essential question: What value does purposeful reflection bring us? And what is the difference between acquiring baggage vs wisdom? 

Throughout this mini-series, we’re exploring the world of quality human thinking in our ever evolving world of work. 

In this final episode, we explore why reflective thinking is a healthy habit to get into. It honours our experience, lightens the load carrying of life’s difficulties and converts those lessons into helpful strategies. 

p.s.  This week, set some nudge reminders to get into the habit of reflecting on a daily basis. See what difference it makes to take 5 mins to take stock at the end of the day. Could help keep perspective and reassure our footing.

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When we are busy and there is lots to do, we're prompted to ask an essential question: What does it mean to be strategic? And can anyone be a strategic thinker? 

Throughout this mini-series, we explore the world of quality human thinking in our ever evolving world of work. 

In this third episode, we explore why strategic thinking is not just for highly academic people - it is being able to plan ahead and consider as much info as possible to be able to gather perspective and predict how to best play the next few moves. 

p.s.  This week, notice the moments where you might make an instant decision and take a beat to think in 4D i.e. how might I perceive this in a few months time. Could level up your perspective and help make a smarter decision.   

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When there is lots of ongoing change that requires engagement and energy , we're prompted to ask an essential question: How do you navigate the complex emotions and perspectives that people bring into the workplace? And are there strategies to see ways to unlock toxic patterns to ensure progress?

Throughout this mini-series, we explore the world of quality human thinking in our ever evolving world of work. 

In this third episode, we are delighted to be joined by Organisational Dynamics expert Lindsey Thompson who explores how to spot the organisational dynamics that will be influencing how people behave and how to decode what to do to create harmony amid conflict. Its the unwritten 'scripts' that set the tone and culture, and having a frame of reference empowers us to notice, choose and take intelligent action. 

p.s.  This week, notice the moments where you can avoid getting caught up in patterns of behaviour that are toxic, unhelpful or damaging.