The Shake Up Podcast with Candice Harvey

Candice Harvey
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Welcome to The Shake Up — your weekly dose of real talk with me, Performance Coach Candice Harvey. I’m a former corporate HR professional, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business helping teams and individuals thrive.  I know Monday to Friday in the corporate world isn’t always cute outfits, hanging with your work bestie, and popping out real quick for a matcha—It’s more like surviving back-to-back meetings that should’ve been quick calls, dodging the people you can’t stand, and pretending you’re still productive by 3pm. Most of the time, we’re stuck in our own heads, running on autopilot, watching the clock and wondering why we can’t just do the damn thing we said we were going to do. That’s where me and my fancy rode mic come in. I’m here to shake you up — with straight-talking strategies, a smidge of humour, and my obsession with human behaviour in the workplace… because I get it, I did it for 15 years.   I’m a former corporate HR pro, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business, helping teams and individuals go from “things are busy” to “things are GREAT!” So, if you’re ready for a nudge at work, a perspective shift, or maybe even a loving kick up the bum… you’re in the right place. 

  1. 3D AGO

    109. Becoming Unoffendable

    Send Candice a text! Being unoffendable is one of the most underrated superpowers you can develop - at work, at home, and in life. When you can hear feedback without taking it personally… When you can see criticism without spiraling… When someone says something blunt, weird, or challenging — and you pause instead of react… You gain clarity. You gain confidence. You gain control. In this episode, I’m unpacking why being unoffendable is key to emotional freedom, career growth, and resilience - and how to actually get there. This episode covers: • Why taking offense so easily keeps you stuck in interpretation instead of reality • How offendability silently stalls your career and limits growth opportunities • Why building resilience starts with learning not to be triggered • How unoffendable people regulate their emotions, grow faster, and are harder to manipulate • Two practical keys to becoming unoffendable: detaching self-worth from others’ opinions and welcoming (not avoiding) offense This isn’t about letting people walk over you. It’s about owning your emotional response, separating identity from behaviour, and not letting other people’s words control your life. 🎧 If this episode resonates, share it! 📲 Tag me @candiceharvey__ and tell me — what’s something that used to offend you, but no longer does? Go build tough skin. Go welcome perspective. Go be unoffendable - it’ll look good on you. And as always, shake things up.

    30 min

  2. MAR 15

    108. When Work Is Crap, But Not Super Crap. The Grey Zone So Many People Stay In.

    Send Candice a text! When someone asks, “How’s work?” Do you light up? Or do you roll your eyes and say, “Urghh… it’s fine I guess”? This episode is for the people sitting in the grey zone - where work isn’t terrible… but it’s not that exciting either. It’s not toxic. It’s not soul-destroying. It’s just… meh. And here’s the problem: “Crap but not super crap” is where ambition slowly fades. In this episode, we discuss: • Why “tolerable” is more dangerous than terrible - and how the grey zone quietly lowers your standards • How meh energy at work leaks into your confidence, health, and relationships • The 3 practical things 9–5ers can do to get out of the grey zone (without quitting or waiting for Steph to leave) • Why raising your own standard changes everything - even in the same job • How to stop outsourcing your motivation and take back control of your career This isn’t about dramatic resignations. It’s about intentional upgrades. Because every job is either a paycheck… or a training ground. And the moment you decide to extract value instead of waiting for it - everything shifts. 🎧 If this episode hit home, share it. 📲 Screenshot, tag me @candiceharvey__, and tell me — are you done with the grey zone?

    26 min
  3. 107. A Real International Women’s Day Conversation with Archana Ramaswamy

    MAR 8

    107. A Real International Women’s Day Conversation with Archana Ramaswamy

    Send Candice a text! Have you ever secretly rolled your eyes at International Women’s Day? I used to. The pink cupcakes. The once-a-year equality speeches. The predictable “what about Men’s Day?” comment. For years, I wanted to fast-forward from March 7 to March 9. But I see it differently now. Because International Women’s Day isn’t about pink branding or morning teas. It’s about progress. It’s about momentum. It’s about accelerating action. So today, we’re having a REAL conversation. I’m joined by Archana Ramaswamy - global luxury retail leader, former Store Director at Selfridges, and now Head of Boutique Excellence, U.S. at Chanel. Her career spans brands like Louis Vuitton and Saint Laurent, across four countries and some of the highest-performing retail environments in the world. In this episode, we unpack: What she had to give to gain the career she has todayThe real challenges women face in corporate environmentsHow her definition of success has evolvedLeadership, balance, ambition, and legacyThis isn’t a fluffy International Women’s Day chat. It’s honest. Practical. And grounded in real experience. If this conversation shifts your perspective, screenshot it, share it, and tag me @candiceharvey__ Here’s to real progress - and shaking things up properly.

    1h 5m

  4. MAR 1

    106. How To Work With Someone You Can't Stand

    Send Candice a text! Ever worked with someone who drains you? Irritates you? Makes you question how they even got hired? Congratulations. You’re human!! ...and you might want this FREE DOWNLOADABLE IN YOUR HANDS!! We naturally gravitate towards people who think like us, move like us, communicate like us. And the friction? It usually comes from difference - different pace, different priorities, different styles. But here’s the shaker... Your biggest growth at work won’t come from finding your bestie. It will come from learning how to work well with people you don’t naturally click with. In this episode, we discuss: • Why career growth and influence come from adaptability - not just competence • How the DISC framework (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness) explains workplace friction • Why behaviour makes more sense - and feels less personal - when you understand communication styles • Practical ways to work more effectively with each DISC style (even the one that drives you bananas) • How expanding your range makes you more trusted, respected, and promotable This episode is your reminder that you don’t need to like everyone you work with - but you do need to learn how to work with them. Because the people who go far in their careers aren’t the ones with the least friction. They’re the ones who know how to move through it with skill and self-awareness. If you can work well with the person who tests you the most? You can work well with anyone. There’s also a FREE downloadable one-pager to help you apply this immediately - grab your copy here 🎧 If this episode resonated, share it. 📲 Screenshot, tag me @candiceharvey__, and tell me your DISC style (and the style of the person who challenges you most).

    39 min

  5. FEB 22

    105. Charisma, Confidence and/or Connection. What Truly Earns Influence.

    Send Candice a text! When you think about influence at work… what comes to mind? A senior title? Being the loudest in the meeting? Having the most experience? Because here’s the truth - influence in 2026 doesn’t belong to the loudest person in the room. It belongs to the person people actually listen to. The person whose words move things. The person others want to follow. In this episode, we unpack what truly earns influence in today’s workplace - and whether it’s charisma, confidence, or connection that really makes the difference. As well as... • Why traditional “work harder and wait your turn” strategies no longer earn real influence • The difference between charisma, confidence, and connection - and how each one shows up at work • Why charisma gets attention but doesn’t automatically build trust • How grounded confidence earns respect (without needing to be loud) • Why connection is the ultimate influence multiplier in 2026 This episode will challenge how you think about leadership - especially if you’ve been relying on output, titles, or people-pleasing to get ahead. 🎧 If this episode resonated, share it. 📲 Screenshot, tag me @candiceharvey__, and tell me which one you’re strengthening this year. 📒Grab your copy of my new book, The Shake Up. Get it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GJ5H1G7M  Go have fun. And shake things up.

    20 min

  6. FEB 15

    104. Knowing What You Need To Do And Not Doing It. Why?

    Send Candice a text! Did you start 2026 feeling excited? Vision board energy. Fresh start vibes. “This is my year” momentum. And now… you’re still thinking about doing the thing instead of actually doing it? You know what needs to happen. You’ve had the thought more than once. You’ve probably even said it out loud. So why aren’t you freaking doing it already?!! In this episode, we discuss: • The 3 real reasons you’re not doing what you know you need to do • Why growth doesn’t feel safe (and how your nervous system keeps choosing familiar over better) • The trap of waiting to “feel ready”- and why confidence is built through action • The identity mistake most people make when chasing goals • The Be → Do → Have model - and how to use it to finally follow through If you’re stuck in “I know what I should be doing but I'm not doing it" — this episode will lovingly call you forward. Because it’s not about more information. It’s about becoming the person who follows through. AND if you haven't already - grab your copy of my new book: The Shake Up. Get it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GJ5H1G7M

    23 min

  7. FEB 8

    103. Everything I Didn’t Expect From Publishing a Book

    Send Candice a text! So if you’re thinking, “Here we go… an episode about the book again,” hold up. This episode is actually about what happens when you do something you’ve never done before - and all the unexpected lessons that come with it. Because sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs come after the big moment. In this episode, I share the 10 things I didn’t expect from publishing The Shake Up - things that might surprise you, encourage you, and definitely give you a fresh perspective on doing anything new and big in your life. Whether you: Want to write a bookHave a half-written book tucked awayOr never thought you’d write one at all…this episode might be just the gentle shove you need to get started, keep going, or feel good about what you’ve done. Here’s what you’ll hear: Why letting your achievement be a “massive moment” is important, even if it feels easy or naturalThe fear of “Is my book (or my work) actually any good?” and how to face itThe incredible support from people who didn’t even know what the book was about - and why that mattersThe chaos and comedy behind hosting a non-book book launchHow hosting a dry book launch led to a powerful mindset reframe about authenticityThe struggle - and magic - of being present during your big momentsThe unexpected emotional punch of signing your own bookWatching people read your words and actually soaking it upHow your partner experiences the journey alongside you, sometimes even more deeplyWhy publishing a book (or doing something big) isn’t the finish line - it’s just the beginningThis episode is about courage, surprises, and celebrating your wins - no matter how big or small. It’s about owning your moment, embracing your journey, and realizing that the impact goes far beyond what you see on the surface. Links & Resources: Missed the global Facebook launch? DM me with REPLAY and I’ll send you the link to watch. Want to catch the Brisbane launch live stream? It’s on my Instagram grid — check it out! Ready to grab your own copy of The Shake Up? Get it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GJ5H1G7M

    53 min

  8. FEB 1

    102. What's Your Work Legacy? Why You Should Care About The Mark You're Leaving

    Send Candice a text! From your very first job (yes — Hungry Jack’s counts) to the role you’re in right now… Have you ever stopped to think about what people actually say about you once you’ve left a team? In this episode, I invite you to reflect on your work legacy — the impact, reputation, and feeling you left behind long after the job title is gone. Because a work legacy isn’t about KPIs, spreadsheets, or how early you arrived. It’s about how you made people feel, the culture you contributed to, and whether you’re remembered as someone people genuinely miss… or not so much. In this episode, I explore: What a work legacy really is (and what it’s not)Why most people never think about the mark they’re leavingHonest reflections from my own corporate HR career (including some cringe moments)Why your legacy follows you long after you resign, get made redundant, or move onHow to Start Building Your Work Legacy in 2026This episode is a reminder that your work legacy isn’t a future problem — It’s a daily choice. If 2026 is the year you want to show up differently at work — more intentionally, more consciously, and with pride — this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen in, reflect honestly, and start leaving a mark you’re proud of. If this episode resonated, share it with someone who’s not loving January and needs a reset. 📲 Screenshot, tag me @candiceharvey__, and let me know what hit home.

    31 min
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Welcome to The Shake Up — your weekly dose of real talk with me, Performance Coach Candice Harvey. I’m a former corporate HR professional, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business helping teams and individuals thrive.  I know Monday to Friday in the corporate world isn’t always cute outfits, hanging with your work bestie, and popping out real quick for a matcha—It’s more like surviving back-to-back meetings that should’ve been quick calls, dodging the people you can’t stand, and pretending you’re still productive by 3pm. Most of the time, we’re stuck in our own heads, running on autopilot, watching the clock and wondering why we can’t just do the damn thing we said we were going to do. That’s where me and my fancy rode mic come in. I’m here to shake you up — with straight-talking strategies, a smidge of humour, and my obsession with human behaviour in the workplace… because I get it, I did it for 15 years.   I’m a former corporate HR pro, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business, helping teams and individuals go from “things are busy” to “things are GREAT!” So, if you’re ready for a nudge at work, a perspective shift, or maybe even a loving kick up the bum… you’re in the right place. 

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