This is a retro ep. with an announcement that I am taking a break from podcasting as I am getting burned out. I need a break. I will return in 2025.

For now, hear my origin story...

Trigger warning for anyone affected by alcoholism or domestic violence.

My story is one I haven't told many.

Michelle, my client, asked me why I do what I do a while ago.

She wanted to know what motivates me to work with organisations to develop their people, teams and cultures.

I gave her the most generic response because I didn't know how to articulate my story.

My story begins with finding my Poppa's (Dad's) dead body in January 2000.

My life has never been the same since.

That event has impacted the way I live, work and love.

Tune in to this episode to find out more about why I do what I do.

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In this solo episode, Prina Shah dives deep into the powerful concept of legacy—a word that can make some of us pause and wonder, “Am I really leaving a legacy?” Prina unpacks her personal definition of legacy, exploring how each of us creates impact every day, no matter where we are in our career journey.

She reflects on key questions we should all be asking ourselves: How do I want to be remembered in my workplace? What kind of influence am I leaving behind? By shifting our perspective on legacy, Prina encourages us to think about our contributions, the impact we have on others, and the values we uphold, no matter our role or tenure.

Drawing from her new book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture that Leaves a Legacy, Prina shares practical activities designed to help you redefine your career impact and guide you toward building a workplace legacy that aligns with your deeper purpose. Listen in to uncover how you can make work meaningful—and be part of a collective movement to transform workplace culture.

Key Takeaways:

• Legacy is about the lasting impact you create through your actions, values, and relationships at work.
• Every day offers an opportunity to build your legacy, even in small ways.
• Legacy goes beyond personal achievements; it’s about fostering positive change and inspiring others.
• Ask yourself how you want to be remembered in your role and let that guide your daily actions.

Consider:
After listening, reflect on the kind of legacy you want to leave. Connect with Prina Shah on LinkedIn or Instagram (@prina.shah) and share your thoughts on how you’re making work meaningful each day!

Get the Book:
Check out Prina's book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture that Leaves a Legacy, for actionable steps to create positive change in your workplace.

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In this solo episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast, host Prina Shah dives deep into a topic that touches us all – how to create a lasting legacy at work. Drawing insights from her new book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture that Leaves a Legacy, Prina challenges listeners to shift their focus from mere achievements to building a meaningful impact that transcends daily tasks.

Key Takeaways:

• The Achievement and Legacy Paradox: Success without significance can leave us feeling hollow, despite external achievements.
• Personal Stories: Prina shares moments from her career when she realised she wasn’t making the impact she desired, despite climbing the corporate ladder.
• The Power of Everyday Legacy: Legacy isn’t just for leaders. Every interaction, decision, and small action at work can create lasting change.
• Practical Tools from the Book: Discover activities and reflections that will help you actively build a meaningful career legacy.
• A Call to Action: Prina encourages listeners to become the architects of their own careers, creating not just success but significance.

Don’t Miss:

• Learn how one CEO’s mantra transformed the DNA of their entire organisation.
• Why your impact at work matters more than your KPIs or targets.
• A personal challenge from Prina to reflect on the kind of legacy you’re building today.

Resources:

• Grab a copy of Make Work Meaningful and start creating your own legacy at work and leave me a review.
• Subscribe to the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast for more actionable insights.

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If you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email Prina.

For More Info on Prina Shah & her Services:

Grab a copy of Make Work Meaningful and start creating your own legacy at work and leave me a review.

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Let’s Make Work Meaningful

Welcome to another solo episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast with your host, Prina Shah. This week is monumental as Prina is launching her highly anticipated book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture That Leaves a Legacy.

In this episode, Prina delves into the heart of the book, exploring its central theme—the Achievement and Legacy Paradox. She talks about the tension between success and fulfillment that many leaders and teams face in the workplace, sharing why short-term wins often leave us feeling empty. The episode emphasises that true success comes not from titles or promotions but from creating a culture where purpose and impact are at the core.

Prina also shares compelling case studies from her book, highlighting real-life examples such as:

• The “whiz kid” leader who made efficiency cuts without understanding the cultural cost.
• The inspiring story of CEO Anthony Vuleta, who transformed workplace culture by focusing on daily moments that matter to employees.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• Leadership is about more than numbers and titles—it’s about leaving a meaningful legacy.
• Meaningful work environments lead to higher engagement, creativity, and retention.
• Culture isn't a "nice-to-have"—it's the backbone of sustainable success.
• If you're not growing your people, you're shrinking your business.

Action Steps:

• Grab a copy of Make Work Meaningful and dive into its practical tools for creating a culture that leaves a lasting impact. Leave a genuine review of the book on Amazon to help more people discover its transformative insights.
• Get free tools to help you to Make Work Meaningful.
• Ask yourself and your team: What legacy are we building here? Is it one we’re proud of?

My details are below, get in touch.  Let’s work together to make the workplace meani

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In this special episode of Ways to Change the Workplace, host Prina Shah takes you on an exciting journey into the future with a twist – AI bots are discussing her upcoming book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture that Leaves a Legacy.

Prina shares how her friend, Chris Fenning, used Notebook LM, an A.I tool, to transform her manuscript into an AI-generated conversation. This dynamic dialogue between a male and female bot dives deep into the core themes of her book, including:

• The Achievement and Legacy Paradox – Hitting professional milestones but still feeling unfulfilled.
• Defining Your Desired Culture – Building a work environment that aligns with trust and change.
• Sales and Anchors – Identifying what drives a company forward and what holds it back.
• Leading with Head, Heart, and Backbone – Balancing strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and making tough decisions.
• Moments That Matter – Practical actions that bring desired workplace culture to life.

From AI chatbots to philosophical wisdom, this episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders, teams, and organisations looking to make work more meaningful.

Key Takeaways:

1. The power of shifting from external recognition to creating a personal legacy at work.
2. How to evaluate and shift workplace culture through actionable frameworks.
3. The importance of aligning ambition with meaning and legacy.
4. Creating trust, transparency, and authenticity in leadership.

Tune in to hear the future of work and AI unfold, and don’t forget to reach out to Prina with your thoughts on this AI-powered episode.

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If you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email Prina.

For More Info on Prina Shah & her Services:

Grab a copy of Make Work Meaningful and start creating your own legacy at work and leave me a review.

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In this episode, Prina Shah dives into the topic of office gossip—what it is, how it harms workplace culture, and most importantly, how to manage it. Prina shares two powerful quotes to frame the conversation: "Those who gossip to you, gossip about you" and "Loose lips sink ships." She highlights why gossip can be detrimental and provides a three-step framework to evaluate whether or not you should engage in a conversation that may be gossip:

1. Is it true?
2. Would you say this to the person directly?
3. Is it beneficial for you to know this information?

Prina also differentiates between gossip and debriefing, encouraging listeners to reflect on whether their workplace conversations are helpful and constructive or harmful and toxic. This episode is packed with practical insights to help you steer clear of gossip and maintain a healthier, more positive work environment.

Key Takeaways:

• Gossip erodes trust and damages workplace culture.
• Evaluate conversations using Prina’s three-step framework.
• Understand the difference between debriefing (a healthy communication practice) and gossiping.

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If you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email Prina.

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Prina delves into one of the most crucial, yet often misunderstood, skills for any CEO: how to lead the room with presence and purpose.

Prina breaks down actionable, practical strategies to help you, as a CEO or executive, own the room—not because of your title, but through intentional actions, thoughtful pauses, and inspiring leadership. These are not just theoretical ideas; they’re techniques Prina has successfully used in her work with top executive teams.

Key Takeaways:

1. Enter Like You Belong There:
   • Command attention with purpose, pausing as you enter to set the tone for the room without arrogance.
2. Lead With Questions, Not Answers:
   • Avoid the "Hippo Effect" and shift the focus to the collective intelligence of the room. Ask thought-provoking, open-ended questions that challenge assumptions.
3. Own Your Silences:
   • Silence is a powerful tool that forces deep thinking and enhances the impact of your words. Practice waiting before speaking again to give people the space they need to contribute meaningfully.
4. Use Stories to Control the Narrative:
   • People remember stories, not data. Craft compelling narratives to illustrate your vision and inspire your team.
5. Take the Room's Pulse, Then Set the Tone:
   • As a CEO, you’re not just reacting to the room—you control the atmosphere. Whether calming or energising, lead like a thermostat, not a thermometer.
6. Leave Before You’re Done:
   • Whenever possible, conclude while the energy is high, leaving the room wanting more. This empowers your team to take ownership and continue without your constant presence.

Why This Matters:

If you don’t learn how to lead the room, the room will lead you. You risk losing control of the conversation, decision-making processes, and, ultimately, your organisation’s direction. But if you master these techniques, you’ll not only inspire loyalty and engagement but also create a culture of innovation and strategic thinking that cascades down through every level o

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In this insightful episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast, host Prina Shah welcomes back Aadil Abbas, financial planner and co-owner of Own Financial Planning in Sydney. Together, they tackle one of the most significant life events – family planning – and its impact on careers, finances, and emotional well-being.

Adil shares practical financial tips for navigating the costs of starting and raising a family, including budgeting for planned and unplanned expenses, stress-testing your lifestyle on a single income, and understanding the financial implications of reduced income. He also discusses the importance of investment structures like bonds and the value of family support in managing childcare costs.

Prina brings her expertise as a leadership coach, emphasising the importance of resetting workplace expectations, planning for a return to work, and the mental adjustment required after becoming a parent. Together, they stress the importance of financial wellness in the workplace, calling for more open discussions about financial planning as a critical part of employee well-being.

Key Takeaways:

• Raising a child can cost between $750,000 to $1 million in Australia by the time they turn 18.
• Plan your finances ahead of starting a family – not just when the baby arrives.
• Create a budget that includes planned expenses and a buffer for unplanned, emotional purchases.
• Stress-test your spending plan on a single income to prepare for potential financial changes.
• Seek family support to manage childcare costs, which can be a significant financial burden.
• Explore investment options like education and investment bonds to save for big-ticket items like school fees.
• Financial planning in the workplace should extend beyond basic parental leave discussions to cover employees’ overall financial well-being.

Connect with Adil Abbas:

• Past episodes with Aadil.
• Own Financial Planning

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Emotional Contagion at Work

In this solo episode of Ways to Change the Workplace, your host, Prina Shah, dives into the fascinating and impactful topic of emotional contagion in the workplace. Emotions are contagious, and the emotional climate of a team can directly influence workplace culture, productivity, and morale.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• What is emotional contagion?: It's the phenomenon where one person's emotions spread to others, whether positive or negative.
• Examples of emotional contagion: A positive, enthusiastic leader can uplift the team, while a stressed or frustrated manager can create a toxic atmosphere.
• Analogies to understand emotional contagion: Think of it as a ripple effect, emotional weather, or even a virus that spreads through the workplace.
• How emotional contagion shapes organisational culture: Positive emotional contagion can foster creativity, trust, and collaboration, while negative emotional contagion leads to absenteeism, high turnover, and stress.
• Practical tips to combat negative emotional contagion:
  • Identify the source of negative emotions
  • Encourage open communication and psychological safety
  • Model positive behaviours and provide resources like stress management workshops
  • Implement regular check-ins, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence training
  • Recognise and appreciate employees to maintain a positive environment

By understanding and managing emotional contagion, you can build a healthier workplace where everyone thrives.

Resources mentioned:

• Prina's 1:1 meeting planner – Email to request a free copy!
• Emotional contagion training sessions – Contact Prina for team optimisation or leadership workshops via the details below. 

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Host: Joeri (Yuri) Schilders has the mic in this ep!
Guest: Prina Shah, Organisational Development Specialist, Consultant, Coach

This episode was originally on Joeri’s The Rebel Rules podcast. As Prina delves though past interviews for the launch of her upcming book Make Work Meaningful she shares this ep. with you too.

Join Prina's Book Launch Team

Joeri sat down with moi, Prina Shah, a consultant, coach, and expert in organisational development, to dive deep into the complexities of company culture. Prina, who has over two decades of experience working with leaders, organisations, and teams, shares her insights on how culture impacts the way we work and how it shapes our experiences in the workplace.

Key Highlights:

• What is Organisational Culture?
• Symbols, Systems, and Structures
• Top-Down vs Grassroots Change
• The Role of Leadership
• Psychological Contracts and Purpose 

Questions to Reflect On:

• What is the culture like in your organisation, and how does it impact your daily work?
• Do you believe your company’s values align with your personal values and purpose?
• How can leadership and employees collaborate to drive meaningful cultural change?

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