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This Working Life

ABC Australia
Mental Health
Workplace Culture
Work-Life Balance
Leadership
Employee Engagement
Artificial Intelligence
Productivity
Burnout
Employee Wellbeing
Decision-Making
Psychosocial Safety
Jargon
Grief
Reference Checks
Communication
Remote Work
Employee Well-Being
Work Stress
Hybrid Work
Mindfulness

You spend so much time on work, why accept the status quo, when there are ways to do it better? Get expert advice, research and hacks that will crush your inertia. Join Lisa Leong and other This Working Lifers as we experiment and explore the latest in the world of work. We cover policy issues, like hybrid workplaces and remote work, employee wellbeing and organisational culture, the use of AI, em... more

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Recent Guests

Nate Zettna
Dr. Nate Zettna, lecturer in leadership
University of Sydney
Episode: The dangers of silence at work
Hari Hara Priya Kannan
Chief Data Scientist at The Demographics Group
The Demographics Group
Episode: Is it getting harder to find a job?
Nic Cola
CEO of RMIT Online
RMIT Online
Episode: Is it getting harder to find a job?
Dr. Ruth Gotian
Researcher into success and author
Columbia University; Weill Cornell Medicine
Episode: Is being good at your job holding you back?
Rob Kelly
Producer mentioned in closing credits
ABC
Episode: Is being good at your job holding you back?
Kira Shabram
Assistant Professor of Management and Organization
Pennsylvania State University
Episode: Take a break!
Vanessa Miles
Organizational Psychologist
Transitioning Well
Episode: Take a break!
Wes O'Donnell
Head of Enterprise Growth at Citation Group Australia
Citation Group Australia
Episode: How to avoid "Wellness Washing"
Michelle McQuade
Author, researcher, honorary fellow at Melbourne University Centre for Wellbeing Science
Melbourne University Centre for Wellbeing Science
Episode: How to avoid "Wellness Washing"

Host

Lisa Leong
Host of This Working Life

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 509 ratings
  • ABC should be for everyone

    This show, like a lot of the ABC reflects middle and upper middle class white people in the workplace. It has zero relevance to working class people who are often trapped in their workplace by the middle and upper middle class. Burnout, for example, happens to retail workers, receptionists and warehouse workers. Only they often have little choice but to continue to work. Why not once in while speak with a working class worker instead of Uni educated, American workplace importer managers who ofte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Willow K44
    Australia6 months ago
  • Good Show, Slogan not so good

    I didn’t think I’d find this show interesting but I do. But thank God you got rid of that cringeworthy old slogan, “Work it baby.’ Awful. The new one is better but not better than having none at all. An extra star rating if you drop it!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rackoff1
    Taiwan9 months ago
  • Authentic Self

    This episode is reason enough to unsubscribe. I’d consider this to be pro employer messaging and almost propaganda from the guest (older generation) to dismiss the new younger coming in. This will only cause further division and issues in the world. Do better.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MC1Rcrisps
    United States10 months ago
  • Makes me excited about work

    Great presenters, topics that are relevant and future focused

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Port rod
    Australiaa year ago
  • A refreshing revelation

    Love the newly discovered podcast! Can't recommend highly enough. Excellent content, diverse, and so so helpful! Thanku

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RLeeSRLeeS
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's interviewing style and ability to extract actionable insights.
The show is felt to be timely, approachable, and evidence-based by many.
Some feedback notes diversity concerns and occasional perceived bias in guest selection.
Audience often mentions practical lessons that listeners can apply to real work life.

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#5
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#47
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Apple Podcasts
#110
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#6
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#26
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#72
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Is being good at your job holding you back?
Q: What defines a high performer, and why might they be overlooked in organizations?
High performers are excellent at making connections and delivering outcomes, but their visibility often leads to more work and less recognition unless they actively communicate impact.
Is it getting harder to find a job?
Q: Practically speaking, what should job hunters do right now?
Embrace technology and AI, identify and communicate your unique skills and how they apply to new roles, and pursue short, practical learning like micro-credentials to prove capability quickly.
Is it getting harder to find a job?
Q: Can you do some crystal ball gazing for us, Hari? What does the horizon look like?
There are effectively two labor markets: white-collar roles and a demand shift toward healthcare, mining, engineering, and construction. The market should ease as demand shifts align with where growth is happening, especially as global conditions improve.
Is it getting harder to find a job?
Q: Are we seeing the effects of AI yet?
AI is not yet replacing people; it's taking over specific tasks. This means humans still matter, but workers may need to take on more tasks and develop new competencies to stay relevant.
Is it getting harder to find a job?
Q: So, Hari, what do the stats say? How tough is the job market at the moment?
The job market is tougher because vacancies have cooled and competition has surged, but the market hasn't collapsed; it's returning to more normal levels after post-pandemic shortages, with particular strain on entry-level and graduates.

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What is This Working Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show explores practical and research-based approaches to work, leadership, and organizational life. Episodes routinely cover topics like AI integration in the workplace, leadership behavior, meeting culture, circadian-informed scheduling, career development, and long-term workforce planning. The host frequently interviews academics, industry experts, and practitioners to translate complex research into actionable guidance for real-world workplaces. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous evidence with accessible storytelling, making advanced topics like sociotechnical design, the leader amplification effect, and circadian biology approachable for a broad audience. Listeners are likely professionals seeking tangible strategies to im... more

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1. Nate Zettna
2. Hari Hara Priya Kannan
3. Nic Cola
4. Dr. Ruth Gotian
5. Rob Kelly
6. Kira Shabram
7. Vanessa Miles
8. Wes O'Donnell

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