The Career Happiness Podcast

In this episode we talk about narcissism in the workplace and how it can affect you. We look at what narcissism means and also gives examples and tips on what to do if you facing this right now. This theme can affect your confidence, self belief and how you communicate and work with your colleagues and managers. So if you think you are working with narcissists in the workplace hope this helps you. As I give some tips to help you with this if you are. Other episodes you may find helpful that I mention in this episode are below  1. Episode about workplace bulling - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-33---3-tips-on-workplace-bullying-eb9fi3 2. Interview with  Clara Wilcox where we talked about being a women and mum in the workplace - https://anchor.fm/careerhappiness/episodes/Episode-66---Interview-with-Clara-Wilcox-entv8b  3. Reference to pregnant and screwed website which I mentioned and Clara spoke about in her interview - https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/  I mentioned covert narcissism in this episode and you may find this quite interesting to read https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-the-covert-narcissist-4584587  I also spoke about Gaslighting you may find this useful to read as it describes what it is https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/what-gaslighting-how-do-you-know-if-it-s-happening-ncna890866  If you want to ask me a question about this episode or have ideas for other themes you want me to cover please email us at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode I talk about what 2020 has taught and also how the pandemic this year may of changed our lives.  I definitely think this has been a year of learning for so many of us and I hope this podcast has helped in times of job loss, redundancy and any other career issues you have had this year.  I wish you all a wonderful 2021 and hope you had a wonderful Christmas this year.  To get more updates please subscribe to the newsletter here https://thecareerhappinessmentor.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=3cbb0dae04c3c14700da9770e&id=e2f25afd53 You can also email me at soma@somaghosh.com  See you in season 3.  Many thanks  Soma

In this Episode I spoke to Career coach Clara Wilcox. Clara has had vast experience in the recruitment and higher education industry. She now supports mums and parents to have a better balance at work and also helps employers to carter for parents who need support at work.  In this episode we spoke about what it's like to be parent and juggle your career. As well as Clara giving advice to anyone who is facing difficulty coping with being a parent and working.  As well as some the issues facing parents whilst working with young children at home.  Clara also shares how her journey of motherhood and her career helped her start her own business called "The Balance collective.  If you want to connect with her you can connect on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarawilcox/  Or visit her website  https://thebalancecollective.co.uk/  

In this episode I talk about hustle and what that word means in our current working age. I also look at whether or not this is problem for us not just as a woman but as a society. This is an on-going issue in the world of work and business and delve into why. I also explore this concept of busyness and if this is impacting our life, career and even health.  I share some tips around around how you can life a less hustle free life and career in this episode and the effects of workplace culture.  Some of the episodes that I mention are below and I have also included some other episodes and links that may be relevant to you if you are going through this right now.  1. Lizzie Benton - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-24-the-importance-of-workplace-culture-and-why-we-need-to-talk-about-it-interview-with-lizzie-benton  2. Suzannah Butcher - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-35-why-good-mental-health-is-important-in-your-career-and-business-interview-with-suzannah-butcher  3. Burnout - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-13-five-tips-to-help-you-move-forward-with-career-burnout 4. Toxic work environment - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-31-what-to-do-if-you-work-in-a-toxic-environment-and-want-a-new-job If you want to get more updates about the career happiness mentor please subscribe to our newsletter here https://thecareerhappinessmentor.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=3cbb0dae04c3c14700da9770e&id=e2f25afd53  If you have any questions about the podcast or want support 1:1 please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode we spoke to Victoria Hockaday about what it was like for her starting a business and her background as a business psychologist. Victoria now runs a business where she helps women create and launch courses through their businesses. We spoke her about what it's like to have a business and how her business has changed over the last few years. To connect with Victoria please go to the her site here http://www.victoriahockaday.com/ Connect with her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-hockaday-7402341a6/ Or follow her on Twitter https://twitter.com/victoriahock Or follow her on Pinterest here https://www.pinterest.co.uk/victoriahockaday2/ Many thanks Soma 

In this episode I talk about resilience and why it’s an essential part to finding happiness and fulfilment in your career.I spoke about my career unhappiness story here please see blog here https://www.somaghosh.com/careerhappinesssblog/my-career-unhappiness-storyAlso see episode of the economic recession - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-51-tips-on-how-to-cope-with-the-economic-recessionCareer setbacks here - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-47-how-to-deal-with-career-setbacks If you have any questions about the podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh.com 

In this Episode I spoke to Victoria Maskell. Victoria is a hypnotherapist, psychotherapist and mindset coach. Some of the themes we spoke about in this episode were 1. What is hypnotherapy and the misconceptions around it. 2. BWRT and how it can help people 3. Neuroplasticity and how it can help you and your thoughts 4. Changing your career and starting a business 5. Tips on how to cope with the current pandemic If you are interested in finding out more about Victoria you can visit her site here https://www.victoriamaskell.com/ Connect with her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/victoria.maskell/ Join her Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/232109381421665/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=812227028962011 Listen to her podcast - https://www.victoriamaskell.com/podcast If you are interested in potentially working with me please email me soma@somaghosh.com 

In this episode I talk about imposter syndrome and what it is. This is a reoccurring theme that comes up with many of my clients and it’s something I wanted to talk about because we often hide or feel a lot of shame around. It is a lot of more then we think and it’s ok to acknowledge this so you can move forward. I also share some general tips to help you if you are feeling like you have imposter syndrome especially if you are listening to this in the year 2020 whilst we are facing the pandemic. I also mention a blog post where I felt imposter syndrome after redundancy https://www.somaghosh.com/careerhappinesssblog/my-career-unhappiness-story If you are struggling after being made of redundant or having career set backs please see some further episodes below to help you with this. As well as some of the other themes like bullying, communication etc I mention in the episode. Episode 11 - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-11-my-career-happiness-story Episode 33 - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-33-3-tips-on-workplace-bullying Episode 47 -How to deal with Career setbacks - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-47-how-to-deal-with-career-setbacks Episode 49 - How to recover from redundancy and move on - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-49-how-to-recover-from-redundancy-and-move-on  Episode 55- 3 ways to communicate better with your colleagues http://www.thecareerhappinessmentor.com/podcast/2020/9/30/episode-55 Further information and links about imposter syndrome that may help you understand and support you better 1. https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one 2. https://youtu.be/ZQUxL4Jm1Lo- Short TED-Ed video about imposter syndrome Some episodes from season 1 that could also be helpful especially in line with confidence around imposter syndrome are below. Episode 3 – How to be confident at work and find work you truly love  - https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-3-how-to-be-more-confident-in-your-career-and-find-work-you-truly-love Episode 2 – Interview with Aliyah Rajah – https://www.somaghosh.com/podcast/episode-2-episode-2-let-confidence-be-your-superpower-in-your-career-interview-with-aliya-rajah If you have any questions around this or want further support please email me at soma@somaghosh 

In this interview I talk to Tom Morin. Tom is a leadership coach. In this interview we talk about the meaning of work and why finding work you love is so important. Tom has had a really interesting life and career journey including being in the military and having some near death experiences which he talks about in the interview.  If you want to connect with Tom you can connect with him on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-morin/ Visit his website here https://workfeelsgood.com/ If you have any comments or questions about this episode please email me at soma@somaghosh.com  You can also subscribe to the newsletter here https://thecareerhappinessmentor.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=3cbb0dae04c3c14700da9770e&id=e2f25afd53

In this episode I talk about success and what it means to you. Especially if you are listening to this episode in 2020 and just before we go into our UK second lockdown. If you are overthinking or feeling overwhelmed by the idea of success right now please go back and listen to the episode 54 where I interviewed Anna Lundberg.  I wanted to do this episode because success comes up a lot when I am working with clients and I look at some the challenges around this but also why success is journey that’s unique to all of us. I also mentioned a study in the episode done by catalyst on the lack of women in Stem https://www.catalyst.org/research/women-in-science-technology-engineering-and-mathematics-stem/ If you are also interested in reading my interview where I was interviewed about women and the workplace please go to the link here https://www.asian-voice.com/News/UK/It%E2%80%99s-time-for-women-to-re-evaluate-their-career-options-in-a-man%E2%80%99s-world If you are struggling with this right now and think you want my advice and support you can also apply for a free call if you want to find out more Any questions or thoughts about this podcast please email me at soma@somaghosh