Unsaid @ Work Catherine Stagg-Macey

Ever thought about the impact that 100 coffee conversations could have on your career and networking opportunities?
In this episode, we dive deep into Matt Ballantine's 100 coffees project, exploring the ins and outs of making meaningful connections in a post-COVID world.
Matt Ballantine, has almost 3 decades of experience in transformation initiatives -- as he puts it -- getting people and tech to work together better. He's worked for a wide range of organisations like Reuters and BBC.

 And today, he's an engagement manager at Equal Experts, a London based consultancy. And a podcast host of WB-40 where he talks to guests about tech and how it's changing the way we work.
In our conversation, which feels much like what I expect a coffee conversation would be like with him, I ask him all about the project -- the origin story and lessons learnt.


And we still manage to cover topics like:
-       The liminal spaces at work vs water cooler moments
-       Apophenia -- the human ability to make connections in unrelated things,
-       how protestant work ethic gets in the way of a project like 100 coffees.


Inspired by our conversation? Book your place in the 100 Coffee project
https://calendly.com/matt-ballantine


You can find out more about how tech is changing the way we work on Matt's podcast, WB-40 https://wb40podcast.com
Tricia Hersey, author of the book Rest is Resistance, used to have a similar offering around coffee and connect:
http://www.triciahersey.com/coffee-and-tea-chats.html
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This week, we dive into a leadership skill that might just surprise you: Improv! 🎭

Improv shakes up our desire for control and perfection, pushing us to welcome uncertainty, celebrate our stumbles, and revel in being spontaneous.

I'm excited to have Su Mee Tan with us, sharing her transformation from a project manager who loved control to an improvisation pro, both in her career and on the theater stage. She'll reveal how improv has reshaped her views on leading effectively and personal growth.

Su Mee is all about the power of improvisation—adapting on the fly is her secret to resilience, better performance, and living with intention.

Not just a coach, Su Mee's got an impressive lineup of credentials: a Change Management Practitioner, a Mindfulness & Meditation Trainer, and an MA in English Linguistics. Plus, she's a star in improvised musicals, teaches improv to fellow coaches, and integrates it into her public speaking and leadership workshops. 

Let's learn how to play our roles with a bit of improv flair!

You can connect and learn more about Su Mee and her work here: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumeetan/
https://www.intothemirrorcoaching.com/
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In this episode, we delve into the topic of "good girl" conditioning and its effects on women in professional settings.
Our guest, Michelle Minnikin, author of "Good Girl Deprogramming," shares insights into her personal journey of recognizing and overcoming this conditioning.
She delves into the research surrounding coercive control tactics and discusses the complex interplay between likeability and credibility that women often navigate in the workplace, along with the negative stereotypes and labels they face.
We also get to:
examine the performative aspect of International Women's Day,advocate for a reimagining of workplace structures to better align with the unique rhythms and energies of women,explore the implications of traditional dating practices,the fragility of masculinity and the evolving dynamics of power within society.Michelle Minnikin, a Chartered Psychologist and Coach with over two decades of experience in leadership, organizational development, coaching, and personal development.
Discover more about Michelle's work, including her quiz and book, at her website: 
Good Girl Deprogramming | Michelle Minnikin Coaching.
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On this week's episode, we talk about the silent struggle of managing menopause symptoms while juggling professional responsibilities and why understanding and support in the workplace are paramount.  

My guest is Sharon MacArthur, founder of Miss Menopause, who shares her journey and mission to normalise conversation at work on this topic. 
As we uncover the overarching effects of menopause on personal well-being and work life, we touch on why is acceptance and support lacking, and how can we encourage authenticity in the workplace. 

We also discuss how can men play a role in this conversation, and why is a collective shift in attitude essential
Find out more about Sharon’s work on her website or Linkedin. 
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This week's episode is about first times and we'll discuss mindset and expectations when trying new things, sharing personal experiences and insights.
From launching a podcast to getting back into activities after a hiatus, we'll uncover the vulnerability and discomfort that comes with taking on something new or revisiting old pursuits.
If you're interested in delving deeper into conversations like these and exploring ways to work through the challenges of navigating first times, consider checking out the opportunities for one-to-one executive coaching and team coaching in the links below.
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In this week's episode, we dive into the often enigmatic realm of workplace grievances. For most of us, the need to either lodge a grievance or become the recipient of one is a rare occurrence, possibly happening only once in our entire career.
 
Our guest today, Katherine McCord, unveils the mysteries surrounding this process and provides valuable advice on how to navigate it should you ever find yourself in such a situation.
 
The conversation delves into critical aspects like safety concerns, breakdowns in communication, and the pivotal role played by HR in resolving workplace conflicts.
 
Katherine McCord, a globetrotting People Operations entrepreneur and an internationally recognized speaker, joins us for this insightful discussion.
 
Connect with her on Linkedin 
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Big shout out to my podcast magician, Marc at iRonickMedia for making this real.
Thanks for listening!