Squiggly Careers

Join Robert Poynton, author of "Do Pause", as he explores the transformative power of intentional pauses. He reveals how these breaks can enhance performance and creativity, discussing barriers that prevent us from taking them. Robert shares practical tips to seamlessly incorporate pauses into daily routines, emphasizing their potential to improve both work and life balance. Discover the "scanner exercise" for reflection, and learn how small pauses can lead to significant personal and professional growth in today's fast-paced world.

Dive into the importance of play in the workplace! Discover how small moments of fun can relieve stress and boost teamwork. The hosts reminisce about nostalgic childhood favorites and share tips for creating 'pockets of play' at work. Learn practical strategies to inject playfulness into meetings, making them more engaging and creative. From team-building exercises to low-pressure environments, this discussion shows how embracing play can enhance collaboration and make work more enjoyable.

Taking initiative at work is essential for career growth. The hosts share practical tips like focusing on minimum viable progress and understanding the 'what' and 'how' of your tasks. Personal anecdotes highlight the value of being proactive in tackling challenges and building relationships. Listeners learn to balance personal ambition with team collaboration, empowering everyone to lead regardless of their position. Embracing a growth mindset is key to turning ideas into successes, fostering an environment of continuous development.

Discover the essential balance between efficiency and effectiveness in your work life. Learn how over-focusing on efficiency can harm relationships and creativity. Dive into practical tools like checklists to reduce errors and stress. Master task management through strategies like time blocking to improve focus. Explore ways to streamline communication in meetings and emails for better productivity. Personal anecdotes blend with actionable tips to help enhance your work habits and cultivate valuable professional relationships.

Career complacency can creep in even when you're satisfied with your job. It's crucial to stay proactive about your growth and adaptability. The discussion highlights the concept of resistance goals to push beyond a passive mindset. Finding 'ambition allies' can create a supportive network that fuels motivation. Continuous experimentation and stepping out of your comfort zone are essential strategies. Embracing new technology is key for effective communication and professional evolution.

This week, Helen and Sarah relook at the topic of career pivots which they first covered on the podcast in 2018. They share a 5 part process to take you from exploring your pivot possibilities to becoming known as someone with pivotability! If you're thinking about doing something different but don't know how to get started, this episode will be a useful listen to help you to action.More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers: 1. Read our latest HBR article: https://bit.ly/3XmAcki-hbr10 2. Sign up for our Squiggly Careers Skills Sprint: https://bit.ly/skillssprint20243. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of the latest squiggly career tools: https://bit.ly/sc-podmail4. Read our books ‘The Squiggly Career’ and ‘You Coach You’: https://www.amazingif.com/books/If you have any questions or feedback (which we love!) you can email us at helenandsarah@squigglycareers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Helen is joined by entrepreneur, author and athlete Jodie Cook to talk about success. They explore how to use your strengths to drive your success, how to create your own success formula (with Helen being a live test subject) and how to reframe the failures you experience along the way.To find out more about Jodie and her work head to www.jodiecook.com or follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-cook/More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers: 1. Read our latest HBR article: https://bit.ly/3XmAcki-hbr10 2. Sign up for our Squiggly Careers Skills Sprint: https://bit.ly/skillssprint20243. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of the latest squiggly career tools: https://bit.ly/sc-podmail4. Read our books ‘The Squiggly Career’ and ‘You Coach You’: https://www.amazingif.com/books/If you have any questions or feedback (which we love!) you can email us at helenandsarah@squigglycareers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the complexities of workaholism and its effects on joy and relationships. Discover actionable strategies to reclaim your time and embrace a healthier work-life balance. Learn about effective task management and the power of collaboration in overcoming these habits. Hear personal anecdotes that blend humor with serious discussions on navigating workaholic tendencies. It's a light-hearted yet insightful exploration to help prioritize well-being and productivity.

This week, Helen and Sarah explore the connection between individual and team success. Discover how bringing your best to work can become an accelerator for team growth, attracting new opportunities and projects that benefit everyone. Helen and Sarah share actionable tips to increase impact: from identifying what makes you unique and sorting out sticking points to strategically offering support and combining team strengths. They dive deeper into how you can add value and connect with your team, even through the knotty moments. More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers: 1. Read our latest HBR article: https://bit.ly/3XmAcki-hbr10 2. Sign up for our Squiggly Careers Skills Sprint: https://bit.ly/skillssprint20243. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of the latest squiggly career tools: https://bit.ly/sc-podmail4. Read our books ‘The Squiggly Career’ and ‘You Coach You’: https://www.amazingif.com/books/If you have any questions or feedback (which we love!) you can email us at helenandsarah@squigglycareers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Helen and Sarah share their top tips to reset your approach to career development after a summer break. Time-off gives you the space to slow down. Ideally, we come back to work energised and ready to grow. However, returning to daily pressures and demands can result in development being depriotised and the opportunity for learning getting missed. To overcome this challenge, Helen and Sarah share 4 ideas for action to make career development easy and unmissable. From setting growth goals to designing your own skill sprint, they talk through simple solutions that can make a big difference to your career. More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers: 1. Read our latest HBR article: https://bit.ly/3XmAcki-hbr10 2. Sign up for our Squiggly Careers Skills Sprint: https://bit.ly/skillssprint20243. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of the latest squiggly career tools: https://bit.ly/sc-podmail4. Read our books ‘The Squiggly Career’ and ‘You Coach You’: https://www.amazingif.com/books/If you have any questions or feedback (which we love!) you can email us at helenandsarah@squigglycareers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.