Bad Work Stories Made Good

Emma Matthews and Corina Roobeck

We hear too many stories of suffering at work and want to help you get some ideas and relief to make your life healthier and happier. In each episode, we will take a bad work story from our client work, the media, or even your own bad work story and make it good.

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Power Up Your Day: Simple Strategies to Avoid Constipation at Work
3d ago
Power Up Your Day: Simple Strategies to Avoid Constipation at Work
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore the subject of constipation and how common workplace practices do not serve our health and productivity goals. Points coveredIf you are constipated, it is a health issue that needs attentionRedefining what is normal regularity Practical and discreet strategies to overcome the need to ‘hold on’ so you can ‘go’The Gut-Brain Connection and productivityStop rushing and take control of your schedule - your health could depend on it!   Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations in one or in a team environment, check out our next course this July - https://zenergyglobal.com.au/the-art-of-facilitation-online-european-and-american-time-zones/ It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Say Goodbye to Hostile Meetings
May 23 2024
Say Goodbye to Hostile Meetings
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore Hostile Meetings at work and discuss our counter strategies for dealing with these behaviours. We can then return to values alignment, collaboration, and performance. Points coveredIf it feels hostile, sounds hostile, then it is hostile - don't make or accept excuses. Be curious and courageous - step into your power and share what you are experiencing.Ask how this meeting reflects the values and behaviours of our culture. Be clear about what you stand for and what you will not tolerate. Recovery - review and role model next steps. Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations in one or in a team environment, check out our next course this July - https://zenergyglobal.com.au/the-art-of-facilitation-online-european-and-american-time-zones/ It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Me and My Worry Monster - Strategies for Anxiety at Work
May 15 2024
Me and My Worry Monster - Strategies for Anxiety at Work
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we welcome our special guest Wendy Eliot - practitioner and author of the Number one best seller on Amazon “ Me and My Worry Monster - Snapshots of a life lived with anxiety and 9 methods to deal with it” .  We explored common situations of anxiety at work and how to deal with them. We laughed a lot. Points coveredHow to manage the return to work worries - at the start of the week, or after a holiday. How to address anxiety around the menopause hot flushes during meetings.Coping strategies for specific meetings and individuals.Imposter syndrome, the place of gratitude and Emma’s done list! Wendy has gifted our listeners a special back to work Mediation. To access this gift, please reachout to her on one of her socials. Facebook Group - Me and My Worry Monster. Facebook Page - The Wendy Eliot ExperienceMessage me with your email to get a copy of the meditation. - a special gift for all your listeners.Link to workshop.  https://mailchi.mp/cd121b467d9d/overcoming-anxiety     Link to my book https://mybook.to/meandmyworrymonster LinkedIn: Wendy EliotInstagram: Me and my worry monster Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations in one or in a team environment, check out our next course this July - https://zenergyglobal.com.au/the-art-of-facilitation-online-european-and-american-time-zones/ It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Crossing the Void When Leaders Leave
May 8 2024
Crossing the Void When Leaders Leave
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of energy with drama and suffering at work to honesty, collaboration and joy. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore what happens when a leader leaves an organisation - how do we fill the void ? Points coveredHow to manage yourself and others reactions to calm the rumour millUsing this time for reflection and learning - you and the outgoing leader. Continuing to serve our customers - where does our focus go? How strong is your culture and mission/vision to hold you through this time?  Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations in one or in a team environment, check out our next course this July - https://zenergyglobal.com.au/the-art-of-facilitation-online-european-and-american-time-zones/ It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
What Happened To My Career Ladder?
May 2 2024
What Happened To My Career Ladder?
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore the options we have when a career ladder disappears or is no longer an option. Points coveredTake responsibility - the world has changed. Let your purpose and values guide you Design the life you want to live and the work you want to doGet creative and grow your skills which may include non traditional areas eg portfolio Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting - details coming soon.  It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Back to busy-ness
Apr 25 2024
Back to busy-ness
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore a check in routine good bad and the return of the badge of busy-ness   Points coveredWhen check ins become more like instagram - showing off, not realTechniques to change up the energy of team connection and honestyIs your culture safe enough to get curious about the deflection of busy-ness ? Bring back the joy of working together as a team on key deliverables for this weekThank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting - details coming soon.  It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Stop the Drama with Explicit Culture
Apr 18 2024
Stop the Drama with Explicit Culture
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week,  we explore 3 situations where the lack of an explicit culture - appropriate behaviours that serve our purpose creates drama - and what we can do to change that. Points coveredFace your fear about upsetting others - claim your space and speak your why. Be explicit about the rules re phones/devices in meetings/ family dinners  Understand phone addiction and how it may be affecting you, your colleagues and teamBe mindful with your attention as flow follows focusThank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting - details coming soon.  It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
A Shocking Toxic Culture at Global Firm.
Apr 11 2024
A Shocking Toxic Culture at Global Firm.
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week,  we explore a shocking story of a global organisation and their toxic culture and how it is impacting people and the BS surrounding their grandiose Vision ! Points coveredThe shocking facts of working in a toxic cultureThe fix needs to addressing the macro and micro levels - re imagine the whole industry, this model is brokenThe end does not justify the means - a misuse of visionValues, tolerance and courage to make a difference.  Thank you for joining us today. If you want to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and you would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
The Cost of Not Saying "I'm Sorry".
Apr 4 2024
The Cost of Not Saying "I'm Sorry".
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explored a team meeting where the leaders say something that crosses a line, and no one says anything. What are the costs and how to change this up Points coveredThis situation is not normal - we can and need to do better. Care, courage and curiosity, and culture are your guides It's not just about the leader, it's about all of the team - you and me. How to call this out and re-group Take the learnings and implement - culture, workland, check ins.  Remember the cost of not doing this. NB it is HIGH - in wellbeing and performance and commercial terms so take the time, make the investment.  Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over towww.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Good Work Stories for Good Friday
Mar 28 2024
Good Work Stories for Good Friday
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we share four good work stories that inspire us, make us feel good and want to do better. Points coveredRuby Tui and the NZ Women's Olympic Gold Medal Rugby 7s campaign The Liverpool kids taking on the Chelsea Billionaire boys Kirk Haworth - A Plant based chef in Great British Menu for the first time Quick to say I'm sorry - a role model for leaders in Emma Hayes, the Chelsea Women's Football Manager UPDATE—Since this episode was recorded, Kirk Haworth won the final of the Dessert Course for the Great British Menu. At the banquet in Paris, he won the Champion of Champions Award—a fantastic result for this humble, creative chef pioneering a new field for food, health and the environment. We also congratulate Kate Austin, the first female chef to win the Main Course in 19 years! You can check out both chefs on their social media. Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Set Up Your Turnaround For Success
Mar 21 2024
Set Up Your Turnaround For Success
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore a turnaround situation where the incumbent team is less than enthusiastic and their leader has a unique sense of humour that feels like a toxic poke ! Points coveredStarting with the foundations of purpose and culture.Bringing the best of the past to serve a new future. Empathy, honest and getting to know each other How to handle ‘humour’ Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
The Chaos of Failed Agreements - 5 Steps to Redemption
Mar 14 2024
The Chaos of Failed Agreements - 5 Steps to Redemption
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore what is an alternative to accepting chaos and drama when team decisions fail. Get out of the comfort zone of ignoring and into honesty and collaboration. Points covered5 steps to clarity and calm - not more drama 3 watch outs for alignment over agreement Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
International Women's Day - The  Shocking Truth
Mar 7 2024
International Women's Day - The Shocking Truth
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we celebrate International Women's Day and the theme of Inspiring Inclusion, Accelerating Progress.  #IWD24 #inpsireInclusion Points coveredThe statistics tell a bad work story - 131 years ( that's 4 generations!) until we reach gender parity! We need to do much better in all areas of Leadership, AI, STEM and local/Global  GovernmentIceland leads the way again and is upping its expectations with national walk out days.  We celebrate all women leading the way. We spotlight a financial podcast out of New Zealand called Raising The CurveInclusion is just the start - what are the environments women are being included into ? and why would we want to stay - time to redesign to meet the needs of all humans.  Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Hard Lines on Returning to Work.
Feb 29 2024
Hard Lines on Returning to Work.
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore a returning to work new mum of twins and the hard line of her employer. What can we do to bridge the gap in both their needs?   Points coveredTake things in present time - needs change Show empathy both ways Be open and curious about co-creating solutions and even exploring ‘crossing the road’ to the opposition business ! Problem solving connects to the higher purpose - in this case - the love and health of our animals, our team, ourselves and family. Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
Multi Breaks A Day Keeps The Doctor Away.
Feb 22 2024
Multi Breaks A Day Keeps The Doctor Away.
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore what’s going on with not taking breaks in our push through busy working ways. We say we know their value but the talk is not the walk for many of us. Points coveredWhy do we feel guilty about taking breaks? How does the country you live in and your company culture impact how we deal with breaks. Understanding that breaks are a productivity toolPractical options to try both on duration of breaks and what to do in them, including when fasting for health or for Ramadan. Finding what works for you - so what can you experiment with ?  Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com
The Lack of Love When Things Go Wrong!
Feb 14 2024
The Lack of Love When Things Go Wrong!
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly the waste, drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore what happens when things go wrong and the blame game begins. At recording, we in Valentines Day ( week) and put a filter of love on how we make it good. Points coveredStop and appreciate the situation - it's stressful enough ! Bring the love - connect and listen from a view of understanding to learn not to attack and shame. A gift for all to improve - what are our collective learnings in this situation - systems, processes and maybe even personal :) How strong are the facilitation skills on your team? Situations like this need a higher gradient to help the team move forward productivity. Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com Download the BWSMG Guide to Collaboration here All feedback or a review is welcomed. We appreciate your input and encouragement. If you would like to hear more, please subscribe.
Hybrid working is making me crazy ( a leader’s frustration) .
Feb 7 2024
Hybrid working is making me crazy ( a leader’s frustration) .
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and, frankly, waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical strategies to delete, prevent, and improve them. This is not just knowledge but a practical tool you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we explore the frustrations of a leader who would prefer to have everyone back in the office and out of hybrid. Points coveredHybrid is here to stay - no sledgehammers, please! Speak your truth and encourage others to speak of their experiences - what is working and what's not. Do you need some feedback? - remember, it is a gift :) Review from all perspectives - from results, collaboration, well-being, and connections - you decide on your criteria. Try stuff - keep what works and develop your culture to trust and grow together Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either on one or in a team environment, check out the next course Corina is hosting. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for eight weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year, so if this resonates with you and you want to serve your team at a higher level and develop your leadership, reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com Download the BWSMG Guide to Collaboration here All feedback or a review is welcomed. We appreciate your input and encouragement. If you would like to hear more, please subscribe.
Team - Ready, Reset, GO!
Feb 2 2024
Team - Ready, Reset, GO!
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and quite frankly waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical, and kind strategies to delete them, prevent them, improve them. This is just not knowledge it is practical tools that you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we turn our focus to the Team and how to take what you discovered last week into a collective team recovery plan for an energetic and successful 2024.Points covered3 steps to help the team get ready, reset and GO! Don't put up with stuff that drains the collective energy Keep exploring for a win win win especially around topics we love like Email response times and reports no one knows what impact they have ! Take personal and collective responsibility to make the changesThe importance of review and celebration Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either one on one or in the team environment, check out the next course Corina runs that starts this Feb. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for 8 weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year so if this resonates and you want to be able to serve your team at a higher level and develop your own leadership - Reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts, and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com Download the BWSMG Guide to Collaboration here All feedback or a review is welcomed. We appreciate your input and encouragement. If you would like to hear more, please subscribe.
Ready? Reset, GO!
Jan 25 2024
Ready? Reset, GO!
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and quite frankly waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We cut through the BS. We take everyday situations and apply practical, and kind strategies to delete them, prevent them, improve them. This is just not knowledge it is practical tools that you can add to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, our focus is on the slow start to the year.  We make assumptions that a break over a holiday period is equal to a full battery charge. Think again. In this episode we explore 3 key strategies to help yourself and your team transverse this assumption, get real and rebuild a recovery plan for sustainable energy through the year. Points coveredThe big assumption we all make at this time of year that does not set us up for success 3 strategies to help yourself and your team members get ready, reset and GO A side track into different working approaches including being guiding by our menstrual cycle ( any guys - don't freak out - it may help you understand and be a more supportive team member or partner ) Thank you for joining us today. If you would like to increase your skills and confidence in working with these situations either one on one or in the team environment, check out the next course Corina runs that starts this Feb. International Facilitation Programme for anyone working with teams :) It is online and is 4 hours a week for 8 weeks. We have a special discount for BWSMG listeners. We run them regularly throughout the year so if this resonates and you want to be able to serve your team at a higher level and develop your own leadership - Reach out to Corina for a chat. Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts, and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com Download the BWSMG Guide to Collaboration here All feedback or a review is welcomed. We appreciate your input and encouragement. If you would like to hear more, please subscribe.
Lessons from Good Work stories including Masterchef!
Dec 14 2023
Lessons from Good Work stories including Masterchef!
Emma and Corina are on a Mission to stop bad work stories. We serve leaders and help you shift from the stress and waste of drama and suffering at work to joy, honesty and collaboration. We take everyday situations and apply practical and kind strategies to improve them. Add them to your leadership and facilitation toolkit. This week, we flip our focus to the good work stories, in particular the leadership behaviours and culture that make for good work stories.  We share a good work story from a multi million dollar foundation, a busy marketing manager And from a surprising source in reality TV. - Masterchef ! Points coveredGood Leaders do finish first - leadership qualities and skills  for highly engaged teams on a mission.Fire in the kitchen but no souls burnt - culture and behaviours under extreme competitive pressure Self care and values as balance and success.Thank you for joining us today and for this year. We will be taking a break and be back in 2024. We wish you and your loved ones, a safe, restorative and happy holiday season x Reach out to us if - You have a bad work story driving you nuts, and would like our help to resolve it. You enjoyed our energy and perspectives; your workplace would benefit.You would love to join us live on the podcast. You can contact us at help@badworkstoriesmadegood.com or head on over to www.Badworkstoriesmadegood.com Download the BWSMG Guide to Collaboration here All feedback or a review is welcomed. We appreciate your input and encouragement. If you would like to hear more, please subscribe. #BWSMG  #leadership #happiness  #goodworkstories #joy  #collaboration #MASTERCHEF