In this episode, we explore the intricate balance of personal development, self-awareness, and growth without falling into overwhelm or self-criticism. I address the importance of celebrating strengths, integrating growth slowly, and ensuring that self-improvement practices are supportive and sustainable.

Chapters:

02:48 Risks of Overwhelming Yourself

03:44 A Healthy Relationship With Growth

04:31 Celebrating Progress and Compassion

28:39 Personal Development Practices

23:12 Five Signs of Overwhelm

30:35 Five Practices for Balanced Growth

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In the final episode of season one, we reflect on the journey so far and introduce key concepts of conscious productivity: clarity, climate, and flow. We discuss moving away from patterns of overwork, the origins of the podcast, and how to use the Conscious Productivity Profiling Quiz to enhance your self-awareness and productivity.

Chapters:

03:23 The Conscious Productivity Profiling Quiz

06:40 Exploring Key Concepts: Clarity, Climate, Flow

12:12 Personal Reflections and Examples

27:11 Activating Your Profile

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Join me on this episode as we dive into sustainable pacing in the workplace. Discover how to maintain productivity without burning out, learn the importance of rhythm and recovery, and get actionable tips to keep your work-life balanced and fulfilling.

Chapters:

03:02 The Glorification of Overwork

05:12 The Consequence of Constant Sprints

05:50 The Problem with Unmodulated Ambition

09:09 Top Five Signs of Hustle Burnout Cycle

15:57 Building Rhythms of Engagement and Renewal

22:35 Redefining Ambition as Longevity

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In this episode, we’re talking about the pervasive pattern of people pleasing, particularly among high achievers and leaders. We explore the double-edged sword of being celebrated for always saying yes, while internally feeling overextended and resentful. 

Chapters:

02:44 Impact on Workplace Dynamics

03:58 Recognizing People Pleasing Patterns

19:04 Setting Boundaries and Overcoming People Pleasing

20:57 The Challenge of Setting Boundaries

23:45 The Impact of People Pleasing in Adulthood

25:33 Top 5 Signs You're a People Pleaser at Work

27:48 5 Ways to Break Free from People Pleasing

34:29 Redefining Respect and Self-Honoring

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In this episode, I delve deep into the transformative journey of understanding workaholism. Uncover how loving your work can sometimes slip into unhealthy work patterns and discover ways to balance professional and personal fulfillment. 

Chapters:

02:57 The Trap of Workaholism

05:32 Healthy Immersion vs. Work as an Escape

20:00 Top Five Signs of Work as an Escape

25:09 Rebalancing Your Life

25:39 Intentional Transitions and Personal Rhythms

28:40 Creating a Life-Wide Definition of Success

30:43 Embracing Stillness and Rest

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In this episode, I explore the journey of breaking free from people-pleasing patterns in the workplace. This episode offers practical tips to help listeners find their authentic voice and assert themselves respectfully. 

Chapters:

01:35 Finding Your Voice in the Workplace

02:10 Understanding the Harmonizer Pattern

07:46 Personal Anecdotes and Experiences

11:06 The Importance of Speaking Up

17:51 Top Reasons for Holding Back Your Voice

24:42 Steps to Reclaiming Your Voice

29:04 Weekly Boundary Check-In

32:08 Letting Go of Universal Approval

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In this episode, we’re diving into the concept of 'solo excellence'—the tendency to take on all tasks oneself. I explore the psychological roots behind this pattern, its detrimental effects on both personal well-being and organizational growth, and provide actionable steps to shift towards a more collaborative form of leadership. 

Chapters:

03:02 Identifying the Solo Excellence Pattern

06:45 Consequences of Solo Excellence

15:19 Psychological Roots of Solo Excellence

24:39 Five Shifts Towards Collaborative Excellence

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In this episode, we discuss the crucial topic of distinguishing between our inner compass and the external validation that often influences our decisions. Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to reconnect with your true self and make aligned decisions, even amid societal pressures and the desire for approval.

Chapters:

01:28 Understanding the Inner Compass

04:48 The Tension Between External Approval and Inner Alignment

15:34 Signs External Validation is Running the Show

22:52 Shifting Towards Your Inner Compass

29:26 Journal Prompts

Journal Prompts:  

1) Where in your career are you still looking for approval? 

2) What would it look like to trust yourself instead? 

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In this episode, let’s dive deep into the key differences between perfectionism and excellence. Together, we’ll explore how perfectionism, driven by fear, often leads to stress, burnout, and perpetual dissatisfaction, whereas excellence focuses on enjoying the process and achieving sustainable high standards. 

Chapters:

00:56 Personal Struggles with Perfectionism

01:38 Understanding Perfectionism

08:44 The Real Cost of Perfectionism

10:46 Contrasting Excellence

15:06 10 Shifts from Perfectionism to Excellence

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In this episode, I introduce you to the concept of conscious productivity and contrast it with the more common, yet harmful, unconscious productivity. This episode offers actionable insights on how to redefine success and thrive in our professional lives without sacrificing our well-being.

Chapters:

01:12 The Core Question - Is Productivity Draining Us?

18:46 The Effects of Unconscious Productivity

12:02 Introduction to Conscious Productivity

24:51 The Three Components of Conscious Productivity: Clarity, Climate, and Flow

28:18 Actionable Takeaways

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Get Stephanie’s Book:

• The Big Scale Back: Success and Balance By Your Own Design | GET YOUR COPY HERE

Work with Stephanie: 

• 1x1 Coaching | LEARN MORE

• Workplace + Team Programs | LEARN MORE

• Organizational Culture | LEARN MORE

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• Instagram | @agencytochange 

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