This Working Life

The psychology of performance is not just for elite sports, it can also help you do better at work.As the Paris Olympics kicks off, we share some lessons about performance and wellbeing and help you adapt them to your own career.

Like it or not, redundancies are a part of the career cycle for many of us. Whether it’s happening to you or someone you know, hear stories from people who have been through it, and those who help them, about how to prepare for and navigate that phase. 

Experts predict the future of work post-pandemic, focusing on hybrid work models and the impact on workplace culture. Challenges of managing workplace mental health and prioritizing tasks are discussed. The integration of AI as a teammate in the future of work and the evolving landscape with Gen Z are explored, emphasizing the importance of human skills over technical abilities.

Laughter is good for us, but sometimes jokes and funny quips just don't land, especially when they're delivered by your boss.If you're a leader or you report to one, here's how to use humour to make work a more enjoyable experience for all concerned.

Put a pin in it, leverage that, circle back, LMK (let me know) - ugh! Some of us are drawn to use jargon and buzzwords, while others are annoyed by them.Learn when and how to use jargon so that you can avoid miscommunication at work.

Delve into the world of artificial intelligence in meetings, its impact on efficiency and communication. Explore the benefits and risks of AI integration, privacy concerns, and the importance of human interaction for fostering trust within organizations.

Job cuts have been announced,  a restructure is imminent, you've got a new boss, AI is about to change your job. These events are all part of regular working life, so what can you do?Learn why we struggle with uncertainty at work, and get some skills to help you cope.

They’re usually the last step in the process, but reference checks are an important part of a job hire. And if you get them wrong, you can have a real situation on your hands.What's best practice when it comes to reference checking: whether you’re hiring, trying to be hired, or giving a reference for someone else?

The junior person feels like they’re being micromanaged, but the manager feels like the job is not being done properly. When does good supervision tip into micromanagement?Shona Ryan had such a difficult time being micromanaged as a millennial worker, that she decided to research the topic. We hear what she learned, and get advice from an expert on how to break the pattern of micromanagement.

You’ve probably got a focus music playlist but did you know being musically trained can help you in other jobs? And no, it’s not too late if you didn’t learn the piano when you were a child.Guest: Dr Diana Tolmie - Musician and Senior Lecturer in Professional Practice at the Queensland ConservatoriumAnd thanks to Sophie, George, Mark and Deirdre for sharing their stories.And if you liked this episode you’d enjoy our episode on the power of being a generalist at work - find it in our podcast feed from March 2023.