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this is work

Shelley Johnson
Leadership
Career Growth
Career Development
Team Dynamics
Burnout
Work-Life Balance
Feedback
Vulnerability
Antifragility
Career Change
Mental Health
Public Speaking
Boldside
Workplace Culture
Self-Awareness
Trust
Psychological Safety
Emotional Intelligence
Mentorship
Work Culture

Join leadership coach Shelley Johnson as she talks with you about all things work!

Formerly my millennial career.

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Latest Episodes

Management can be a hard gig! In this throwback episode from the vault, Shell and Shane Hatton unpack your questions about leadership, touching on:

👉🏼 what's the first thing a new leader needs to learn?

👉🏽 asking for better feedback from your t... more

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In this episode of this is work, Shell's channelling some tough love that we all need to hear at least once.

Drawing from real conversations and moments from Shells career, she shares eight hard truths for your career and leadership - from why embar... more

Let's chat about one of the biggest killers for your career - people pleasing. In this throwback episode from the vault Shell is joined by Grace Murray, Vice President of Strategy at Fohr who shares how she's learned to overcome people pleasing as a ... more

On this weeks episode of this is work, we cover some listener questions — and this week, they're spicy.

Shell tackles some of the hardest conversations in leadership — with practical tools you can use straight away.

In this episode we cover:

* Ho... more

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Recent Guests

Joel Pilgrim
Mental fitness and leadership specialist
Waves of Wellness Foundation / Waves of Wellness team, CNS leadership projects
Episode: 810 burnout and mental fitness: how to stay well, when things are not well
Ashley Fell
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Episode: 802 generational drama at work: how gen z, millennials & gen x really think
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Episode: 750 how to talk about pay, benefits & your value at work (with Matt McFarlane)
Steph Clarke
Founder of 28 Thursdays, works with organizations on navigating the future of work.
28 Thursdays
Episode: 744 how to friend at work: navigating workplace friendships with Steph Clarke
Stephanie Chung
First black CEO and president in private aviation, best-selling author of 'Ally Leadership'
Episode: 735 how to lead people who are not like you with Stephanie Chung
Neo Aplin
Gen AI specialist and technologist
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Episode: 734 becoming a manager of AI: practical tips with Neo Aplin
Em Bowen
HR expert and former host of This Is Our Work
Episode: 728 HR experts take on Coldplay kiss cam and bad romance at work
Tarni McWhorter
Co-founder of HumanX, HR consulting business
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Adrian Smith
CEO of RunGopher, an AI business
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Episode: 725 what to do about AI & securing your career

Host

Shelley Johnson
Host of discussions focusing on career growth, leadership, and workplace dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 597 ratings
  • Resourceful and insightful

    Fantastic episodes full of relatable life stories and simple, yet transformative, takeaways/advice. Highly recommend listening, even if you’re not a manager or part of a HR department. I actually have a Note on my phone dedicated to learnings from this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RochiTP
    Australiaa year ago
  • Always helpful

    I work in government and a lot of the people issues covered in the podcast are so helpful!

    Would love to hear more about working in an organisation where there’s a lack of role clarity

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love learning 146
    Australiaa year ago
  • So Helpful!!

    Covers so many topics like leadership, life, career development, HR and so much more…and every single one of them are relevant & helpful!!!

    Love the content, Love the honesty, Love the application aspect in every episode.

    I always walk away feeling equipped & inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshua2005
    Australia2 years ago
  • Relevant, insightful and easy to listen to

    Best podcast about a topic not many people chat about. The episodes are so insightful and relevant and I honestly wish Shelley was my friend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therunningmidwife
    Australia2 years ago
  • So much gold!

    I’ve found this podcast to be so impactful. The episode on giving and receiving feedback is genuine gold. Thank you Shelley!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordan_cochrane2401
    Australia2 years ago

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General sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many recommending the content for anyone aiming to enhance their career trajectory.
Reviewers frequently highlight the variety of perspectives brought by guest speakers as a major strength, enriching the dialogue within the episodes.
Listeners appreciate the practical, actionable advice offered in each episode, indicating that it is a valuable resource for professional development.
Listeners express gratitude for actionable strategies, particularly concerning career transitions, leadership, and personal growth challenges.
The host's engaging and genuine approach resonates with listeners, making complex topics accessible and relatable.

Chart Rankings

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#13
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#151
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#71
Hong Kong/Business/Careers
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#80
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#167
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#250
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816 telling someone they lack self-awareness, dealing with defensiveness and what new leaders get wrong (ep816)
Q: How do you deal with someone who gets defensive?
First understand types of defensiveness (blaming others, excuses, counterattack, stonewalling, minimising); address it with a calm frame, consider walking meetings to reduce tension, and focus on shared impact and future behavior rather than assigning blame.
816 telling someone they lack self-awareness, dealing with defensiveness and what new leaders get wrong (ep816)
Q: How do you lead people who are older or more experienced than you?
Treat differences as a natural asset, avoid age-generalizations, and focus on individual motivations and strengths; use team-wide conversations to surface preferences and align on goals rather than assuming leadership dynamics based on age.
816 telling someone they lack self-awareness, dealing with defensiveness and what new leaders get wrong (ep816)
Q: How do you tell someone they're not self-aware?
Frame the conversation around the other person's growth, share a specific skill gap, and ask for permission to talk; then give concrete examples of behavior and its impact, followed by forward-looking actions and coaching questions to help them reflect and improve.
808 how to lead hard conversations, support your team and go from doer to leader
Q: How do you work with a staff member whose personal life is chaotic but you still need to deliver?
Acknowledge the tension upfront, set clear expectations, and have a two-way conversation about support and deliverables, while avoiding turning yourself into a psychologist. Focus on outcomes and how you can help them meet them.
807 how to find a mentor, build future-proof skills & selling your ideas at work
Q: How do you sell your ideas in the business?
Develop curiosity about your company's operations, understand the perspective of decision-makers, and present solutions rather than just problems to foster buy-in.

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Focused on career growth and workplace dynamics, this podcast provides listeners with valuable insights into various aspects of professional life. From discussions on mentorship and leadership to navigating generational differences and managing burnout, each episode is crafted to equip listeners with practical advice and actionable strategies. The host engages with diverse guests, offering unique perspectives that help individuals in different stages of their careers gain clarity and confidence in their professional journeys.

With a blend of humor and authenticity, the content tackles relatable topics such as job changes, work-life balance, and effective communication in the workplace. The conversational style fosters an engaging atmospher... more

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