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Latest episodes

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May 18, 2025 • 47min
719 ways to work smarter: AI walks, the Hemingway trick + more with Dr Amantha Imber
Shell is joined by organisational psychologist, Founder of Inventium and author Dr Amantha Imber to chat about working smarter, not harder. From walking while voice-chatting with AI to using the Hemingway trick to beat procrastination, Amantha and Shell discuss some simple ways to boost productivity, creativity and energy. They touch on:👉🏾 how stopping mid-task can help you start faster👉🏿 why walking might be your best productivity tool👉🏻 using voice mode on ChatGPT for brainstorming👉 simple ways to beat procrastination👉🏼 how to protect your energy (and why it matters)👉🏽 letting go of the need to ‘finish’ to stay in flow👉🏾 treating AI as a thinking partner, not just a toolConnect with Amantha on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber/Learn more about Inventium here: https://inventium.com.au/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 11, 2025 • 46min
718 what makes a great leader (and how to become one) with Scott Smith
In this insightful discussion, leadership coach Scott Smith, known for his work with Boldside, shares the secrets to becoming a great leader. He dives into the 5 Cs: clarity, courage, coaching, culture, and consistency. Scott emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and mastering basic leadership skills before advancing. Listeners learn how to enhance 1:1 meetings and support teams through tough times, solidifying their role as effective leaders. Plus, there's a lighthearted glimpse into podcast preparations that adds a humorous touch!

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May 4, 2025 • 21min
717 leadership isn’t easy: tackling common challenges
Discover the top challenges leaders face today, including leading while exhausted and transitioning from team member to leader. Explore how to build a sustainable high-performance culture and the difference between true communication and just sharing information. Learn about creating psychological safety for open conversations and why kindness might not always suffice in tough discussions. This engaging talk addresses vital strategies every leader needs to cultivate resilience and effectiveness in their organizations.

Apr 27, 2025 • 49min
716 how to use AI to learn, grow and work better with Adrian Smith
What if AI could help you see your blind spots, and your brilliance? In this episode Shell chats with Adrian Smith from RunGopher about how to use AI to uncover how you really work, craft smarter prompts, and get more done without losing your humanity. This ep goes deep, it's useful, and a little vulnerable.Connect with Adrian on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-smith1/Learn more about RunGopher here: https://rungopher.com/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Apr 21, 2025 • 28min
715 how to perform under pressure
Whether it's a tight deadline or high stakes meeting, today's episode is all about how to get the job done when you're feeling the heat. Shell shares 7 practical strategies to help you stay calm, focused and perform at your best under pressure.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Apr 13, 2025 • 24min
714 Shell's top 10 books to grow your career, build your confidence & spark creativity
Discover a treasure trove of top book recommendations aimed at enhancing your career and creativity. From mastering emotional intelligence to developing effective leadership skills, the discussion covers transformative titles that inspire personal growth. Learn about the significance of daily journaling and the power of perseverance. The exploration highlights the art of communication and offers practical wisdom from influential authors, all designed to boost your confidence and foster professional advancement.

Apr 6, 2025 • 54min
713 parental leave lessons on identity, self-trust and priorities with Emily Bowen
Em Bowen is back! In this ep, Em shares what it’s really been like to step away from work and into the baby bubble. She and Shell unpack the identity shift that comes with taking parental leave, the vulnerability of pressing pause and feeling disconnected from your workplace, and the surprising moments of clarity that come with time away from the hustle. She touches on:👉🏾 what helped her stay connected while on leave👉🏿 building trust and confidence in her ability to return to work & have a successful career👉🏻 processing the vulnerability of stepping back👉 and the power of a work bestieConnect with Em on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilybowen26/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
712 owning your career, asking for a pay rise & should employees return to the office? with Chad Lawson
Taking charge of your career means knowing how to have honest chats with your boss about your goals. In today's episode Shell chats with Chad Lawson, GM at u&u Recruitment Partners who shares tips for securing the promotion or payrise you want before you start looking elsewhere, why recruiters get a bad rap + has a discussion around the divisive return to office debate.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 2025 • 41min
711 redundancy, pay cuts, leaving a toxic place & the long journey to what you deserve (with Glen James)
What’s your number one reason for living, financially and career-wise? Shell and Glen chat about this and dive into your listener questions, covering:👉🏾 what to do when you hear whispers about redundancy👉🏿 taking a pay cut: when is it worth it and how to prepare👉🏻 how to build your risk muscle for career growth👉 avoiding job search burnout and handling rejection👉🏼 why your mindset matters as much as your resumeCheck out the Interview Boss resources mentioned in the chat here: https://www.interviewboss.com.au/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 16, 2025 • 58min
710 growing up in a big family, career confidence & backing yourself
This episode is something a little different! Shell is joined by her three sisters for a raw, unfiltered chat about careers, confidence, and the chaos of growing up in a big family. They talk about backing yourself, overcoming self-doubt, and juggling work and parenting. Expect lots of laughter, a few tears, and maybe even a rogue family band story.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.