Unleashed, Unchained & Unapologetic‪.‬ Dr Karen Wilson & Eleanor Sheppard

In this episode we explore how self-talk ‘gets in the way’ and stops leaders from being themselves and from reaching their potential. We also touch on the dreaded concept of ‘impostor syndrome and refer back to Episode #3 where we meet the Inner Judge and Critic.
Today, we talk about
§  Why we have self talk and it’s real purpose.
§  Where the inner messages come from.
§  The impact uncontrolled self-talk can have on stress levels and performance.
We introduce the concept of the Inner Boardroom and the how our inner monologues and the concept of an Inner CEO can help us to reclaim confidence and clear thinking.
 
 
Finally we ask listeners…
1.     Who are your loudest board members and what do they say?
2.     How do your react to your own self-talk?
3.     What one new action will you take to work with one of your Inner Board Members? 
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/

This episode explores how many people manage their climb up their career ladder.
We discuss how
§  Morphing to match company values and rules can cause leaders to ‘lose themselves’.
§  Loss of self leads to uncomfortable compromises in values creating daily stress.
§  Leaders who lose themselves are less likely to progress or meet their potential.

 We exlpore how to ‘reset’ your values and stand up as a leader; someone who it’s ‘easy’ to promote and who inspires those around them.
 
Finally, we pose four questions
1.     Are you clear what your values and non-negotiables at work are?
 If not, how will you define them and be clear on what they really are?
2.     What are you tolerating at work, that’s out of line with your values?
3.     What one action will you take to reset and reinforce your value system?
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/

As we see many companies cutting costs and downsizing we discuss how this affects the people who stay, those who leave, the leaders driving the change, and those who have to give the ‘tough messages’.
We explore the upsides and risks to people and organisations in terms of productivity, talent, financial performance, and how ‘downsizing stress’ easily leads to value destruction.
We consider 
– What ‘good people-centric’ downsizing looks like.
– How leaders can maximise value, minimise stress, and mitigate business risks.
And we share real-world examples we’re been part of.
 
Finally, we ask listeners to consider how they ‘handle’ downsizing…


§  As a leader in their organisation?
§  When it happens to them?
§  When it happens to someone close to them?
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/

In this episode we chat about how we choose to work where we work and what stops us from leaving.


We explore…
Why it is that great people get stuck in roles that aren’t working for them.
Why we tolerate situations that are unhealthy for us.
What stops us leaving.
 
We refer to the book “Quit: The Power of Knowing When To Walk Away.” by Annie Duke. 
And discuss the biology of taking risks and what makes it hard and what it takes to ‘Quit’.
 
And we pose questions for anyone who is thinking of changing jobs..
1.     What is the one reason you are staying where you are?
2.     If you’re struggling, what evidence to you have that things will change? 
3.     If you had £/$100K would you stay in this job or choose something different?
 
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/

Today we talk about career choices and how and when we make changes; or don’t.
We talk about what motivates and demotivates us all – from the moment we meet a new employer to the day-to-day work experience. We explore the effect stress has on leaders and why businesses are tough on their people.


And lastly, why it’s easy to get stuck, and tolerate a job that feels soul-destroying.


We chat about… 
·      What we want to believe during the interview process and why.
·      What to look out for that tells us all is not what it seems.
·      What to do when the words and actions don’t match.
·      Ways to stand up to authority, power, put healthy boundaries in place.
·      How to find a way to deliver results on your terms and be rewarded for it.


We ask you to think about…


Which feels more comfortable under stress…
·      Tactics  – What can I fix now? Or
·      Strategy – How will I grow the business long term?
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/

Today we chat about how successful growth companies lock in success.
What do they do that others don’t?
What does this mean for the leaders in the company?
And what levers can a company pull to get the most out of its people so they choose to go the extra mile?
 
We talk about what motivates and demotivates us all – from the moment we meet a new employer through the day-to-day work experience.
 
And we pose some questions for any leader to consider
1.     Where do you have friction in your relationships today that destroys value?
2.     What will you do to address that?
3.     And when?
 
It starts and ends with 'U'...
Supporting you to lead and to shift the status quo forever by taking one human step in a smarter direction.

Dr Karen Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-karen-wilson-pcc
Eleanor Sheppard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorsheppard/