this is work

this is work

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  • 832 the bs antenna, your leadership voice & being unapologetically you

    In this episode Shelley is joined by good friend and return guest, Grace Murray Vazquez, Executive Vice President of Strategy at Fohr, a creative marketing agency in New York for this chat about:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ why our collective ability to spot inauthenticity is becoming sharper + why it matters

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ how to keep meetings moving and making space for quieter voices

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ how to find your unique tone of voice as a leader and help others find theirs

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ advice if you feel like you can't speak up + challenging your assumptions

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป how leaders can create a safe environment for people to speak up

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow should leaders manage their emotions at work?


    Connect with Grace:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracemurray/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-murray-vazquez-11920946


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr 9 min
  • 831 old school career advice & leadership non-negotiables

    In today's episode Shell shares 6 pieces of advice that will never go out of a style and the 3 fundamentals of being a good leader.


    Be Useful: Seven tools for life by Arnold Schwarzenegger: https://link.amazon/B03gJXQCJ


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  • 830 mid-year halftime reset, the workaholic's guide to breaks & don't outsource your brain

    Boldside's People & Culture Unconference is back on 15 and 16 September at The Calile Hotel in Brisbane, and it's the opposite of a stuffy convention centre day. Think workshops instead of keynotes, real conversations, and a room full of HR leaders who actually get it.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธOnly 100 spots, so don't sleep on it: https://bit.ly/4fHwqMV

    CODE: POD for 10% off!


    Shell is back from two weeks off with 3 big ideas on her mind! In this episode she talks about:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ some reflection questions to do the second half of the year well

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ Shell's guide to taking breaks if you're a workaholic like her!

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ why critical thinking and sitting with ideas you disagree with is a vital skill


    Book mentioned in the chat:

    For The Long Run by Jess Spendlove: https://link.amazon/B04918Nnu


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  • 829 best self vs stressed self, ditching the manager hat & the verdict working mums need

    Boldside's People & Culture Unconference is back on 15 and 16 September at The Calile Hotel in Brisbane, and it's the opposite of a stuffy convention centre day. Think workshops instead of keynotes, real conversations, and a room full of HR leaders who actually get it.

    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธOnly 100 spots, so don't sleep on it: https://bit.ly/4fHwqMV

    CODE: POD for 10% off!


    In this episode, Shell talks about some things on her mind lately:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ how are you under pressure and what do you need to show up at your best?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ your emotional state is contagious - what tone are you setting for your team?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ are you ruling yourself out for opportunities? own your wild card energy

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ ditch the manager hat for hard conversations

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ some real talk about mum guilt and working parents


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  • 828 practical ways to rebuild your energy with Dr Amantha Imber

    In this episode Shell is joined again by organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber to talk through practical strategies from her book, The Energy Game, to recharge and rebuild energy. They touch on:


    Boost strategies:

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ the glucose stroll

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ the thank you letter

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ the acupressure strategy


    Rest strategies:

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ the silent walk

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป the tapping reset


    Protect strategies:

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ the yes triage

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ the never again list


    Mentioned in the chat:

    The Energy Game: https://link.amazon/B00gb0zqX

    Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport: https://link.amazon/B0dvTzYiH


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  • 827 burnout, the energy crisis & your energy type with Dr Amantha Imber

    In this episode Shell is joined by organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber, who shares about how she hit rock bottom in 2024 in the depths of burnout. Her new book, The Energy Game provides anyone experiencing burnout with a practical science-backed guide for regaining energy bit by bit without needing to completely press pause on life. They chat about:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ the "getting hit by a bus" fantasy

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ Amantha's burnout and the warning signs she missed

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ the "push through" paradox many face when they're exhausted

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ what's causing an energy crisis in our society?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป the 4 energy types, which one are you?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ 3 types of energy strategies: boost, rest and protect


    The Energy Game: https://link.amazon/B00gb0zqX

    The Energy Type Assessment: https://www.amantha.com/energy


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  • 826 from the vault: 5 steps to move through a career crisis or crossroad with Glen James

    Are you feeling a bit stuck or lost in your career? Shell and Glen talk about when they've felt this way and share 5 steps for navigating a career crisis.


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr 3 min
  • 825 reinventing yourself, avoiding career entropy & the conflict skill you need

    In this episode Shell unpacks 3 big ideas that have been on her mind lately. She talks about:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ who do you need to become in the ever-changing world of work?

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ what physics has to do with your career

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ how to deal with conflict effectively & the art of repair


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  • 824 from the vault: 5 traits of a high performer

    In this episode from the vault Shell explores what sets high achievers apart in the workplace and unpacks five key traits that are commonly found in individuals who consistently excel and achieve outstanding results. These are the essential qualities to cultivate if you're looking to take your career to the next level.


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  • 823 from the vault: productivity hacks to get more stuff done

    Sometimes making just one small change to how you work can significantly boost your productivity, and today's episode from the vault is loaded with practical ideas! Annabelle Bishop from Boldside joins Shell on the show to share what she does to optimise her time and energy at work, touching on:


    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ managing your inbox

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ carving out time for deep work

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป finding your flow state

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ establishing helpful habits

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ having a power list

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ doing the hard thing first

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ giving yourself rewards and motivators

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฟ setting up your environment

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿป how to prioritise your work

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ and having a curious, growth mindset

    ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ and toxic productivity


    Connect with Annabelle on LinkedIn here


    Resources mentioned in the chat:


    Deep Work by Cal Newport: https://amzn.to/45RAzYb

    Learn more about Andy Frisella's concept of The Power List

    Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy: https://amzn.to/4cMsxC4


    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/

    If you lead teams, check out Shelleyโ€™s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


    Shell & Glenโ€™s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

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