Truth, Lies and Work Leanne Elliott, MBPsS, CBP, MSc Psychology

Welcome to Truth, Lies and Work, the award-winning psychology podcast dedicated to simplifying the science of work.
Hosted by business psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott, this episode dives into the challenges of leading a growing organisation.
Today, we are joined by Jonathan Bennett, an executive coach, trusted advisor, and author of seven books. Jonathan has extensive experience working with founders and CEOs across North America, with expertise in social purpose business strategy, governance, branding, change, and communications.

Key Talking Points:


The Lonely Leader: Jonathan Bennett discusses the onset of loneliness for leaders and the challenges in sharing information with employees, investors, and personal contacts. He emphasizes the importance of having a coach or trusted advisor to navigate these challenges.


The Valley of Death: Jonathan explains the significant hurdles in organisational growth, particularly around the stage of 10-12 employees. He highlights the necessity of professionalising management structures and implementing systems for sustainable growth.


The Selfless Path: Jonathan talks about creating a psychologically safe workplace and the importance of proper onboarding and long-term integration of new employees. He also discusses the balance between being a supportive manager and avoiding becoming an "umbrella manager."


Find Out More:

Follow Jonathan on LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan


Learn more about Jonathan's services - ClearlyThen.com



Next Week's Episode:
Geoff Roberts, co-owner of Outseta, discusses his unique business model where everyone earns $210,000 a year and can work wherever they want.

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We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being:
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful:

Mind website

If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World).


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Welcome to Truth, Lies, and Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.
In this episode, we celebrate Pride Month, kick off our Summer Book Club, and dive into the Weekly Workplace Surgery.

Segment 1: News Roundup

It's Pride Month! Celebrating self-identity, inclusivity, equality, and love. Discussing five ways to celebrate Pride in the workplace.

Al introduces a new trend called "Unbossing" and its potential impact on workplace culture.

Leanne explores the connection between humor and mental health, citing recent studies.


Segment 2: Summer Book Club
Welcome to our Summer Book Club! Our first pick is This Is Why You Dream by Dr. Rahul Jandial. This fascinating dive into the purpose and potential of dreams explores how dreaming fortifies our ability to regulate emotions, processes and stores memories, amplifies creativity, and promotes learning. Discover how dreams can forecast future mental and physical ailments and how lucid dreaming can be used to practice real-life skills and rewrite nightmares. In the tradition of James Nestor's Breath and Matthew Walker's Why We Sleep, This Is Why You Dream opens the door to one of our oldest and most vital functions, unlocking its potential to radically improve our lives.

Segment 3: Workplace Surgery
In this segment, Al and Leanne tackle your workplace questions in the Weekly Workplace Surgery. This week, they address issues such as dealing with a micromanaging boss, strategies for easing into a managerial role after a promotion, and tips for creating mini-surveys for managers who care about their team's well-being. Tune in for actionable advice and expert insights to help you navigate your work challenges.

Join the Conversation:
We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
f you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful:

Mind website

If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World).


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Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: Truth, Lies & Work


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Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com

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Welcome to Episode 102 of the Truth, Lies & Work Podcast, brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.
In this episode, we continue on from episode 100 with five more expert tips from leading psychologists and researchers. These insights are designed to help you create a happier, more productive workplace. If you missed Part 1, make sure to catch up on Episode 100.
Featured Experts and Tips:

1. Prof. Sir Cary Cooper - Train Your Managers
Prof. Sir Cary Cooper emphasises the importance of training managers not just for their technical skills but also for their people skills. According to him, a significant issue in many organisations is promoting individuals based on technical prowess rather than their ability to manage people effectively.
Listen to Prof. Sir Cary Cooper: Episode 55 - How to Protect Financial Wellbeing

2. Dr. Craig Knight - Create Offices That Empower Performance
Dr. Craig Knight discusses the power struggle behind Return to Office (RTO) mandates and explains that creating office spaces that enhance employee performance and well-being. His research highlights the significant impact of an empowering office environment on creativity and productivity.
Listen to Dr. Craig Knight: Episode 43 - Is the Office Making a Comeback?

3. Christian Van Stolk - Personalisation Improves Outcomes
Christian Van Stolk shares findings from his research on employee behaviours and well-being in hybrid workplaces. He advocates for personalised approaches to management, highlighting that different employees have varying needs and work habits that impact their health and productivity.
Listen to Christian Van Stolk: Episode 24 - Britain's Healthiest Workplaces

4. Dr. Audrey Tang - Well-being is the Responsibility of the Individual AND the Organisation
Dr. Audrey Tang stresses that well-being initiatives should not only focus on individual efforts but also require systemic changes within the organisation. Leaders play a crucial role in modelling and fostering a healthy work environment.
Listen to Dr. Audrey Tang: Episode 69 and 70 - How to Keep Calm Using Mindfulness

5. Catherine Garrod - Inclusion Requires Intention
Catherine Garrod flips the common conversation around DEI, advocating for 'conscious inclusion.' She emphasises the need for intentionality and data-driven strategies to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and heard.
Listen to Catherine Garrod: Episode 45 - DEI 101 for Leaders

If you haven't listened to our first five tips, go back to Episode 100 where you'll hear advice from Dr. Ryne Sherman, Prof. Nancy Doyle, Joe O'Connor, Isabel Berwick, and Bruce Daisley.

We'll be back on Tuesday with another episode of This Week in Work.

Join the Conversation:
We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being:
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.

Mind website

If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World).


Connect with Al and Leanne:

Join the Conversation on LinkedIn

Connect with Al on LinkedIn

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Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com

Book a Call with Al & Leanne


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Welcome to another episode of Truth, Lies and Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. Join Leanne Elliott, a business psychologist, and Al Elliott, a business owner, as they chat about the latest workplace news and trends, plus the world famous weekly workplace surgery.

News Roundup:
- Walmart’s RTO Mandate: Leanne discusses Walmart's new return-to-office (RTO) mandate and the backlash it faces, including the latest research suggesting RTO mandates have zero impact on financial performance.
- Mark Marr’s Study: Insights from a study by Mark Marr, Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, highlighting the negative effects of RTO mandates on employee satisfaction and financial performance.
- Leadership Course Challenges: Al shares advice from a Harvard Business Review article by Michael D Watkins on how to implement changes after returning from leadership courses effectively.
- Understanding Stress Responses: Leanne explains the concept of stress languages and how individuals react uniquely to stress, introducing categories like imploders, exploders, fixers, numberers, and deniers.

Workplace Surgery:
- Diversity in Rural Areas: Leanne and Al discuss strategies for improving team diversity in predominantly white rural areas.
- Inconsistent Workplace Initiatives: Tips on how to help a manager implement more consistent and effective workplace culture initiatives.
- Difficult Business Partner: Advice for dealing with a controlling and manipulative business partner and considering whether to leave and start a new venture.

Links:
- Mark Marr’s Study on RTO Mandates
- Harvard Business Review Article by Michael D Watkins
- Sonia Thompson’s Podcast: Inclusion and Marketing
- Catherine Garrod’s Book: Conscious Inclusion
- Geoff Roberts’ Twitter
- Joe Fear’s Episode on Truth, Lies and Work

Tune in next Tuesday for another news roundup and our world-famous workplace surgery. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the podcast. See you next time!

Join the Conversation:
We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.
Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)

Connect with Al and Leanne
Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/
Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/
Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com
Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/

Welcome to Episode 100 of Truth, Lies and Work!
In this special episode, we dive into five expert tips for creating a happier workplace. After 100 episodes and over 180 interviews with workplace culture experts, we've gathered some of the best insights to share with you.

Join us as we explore tips from top thought leaders in workplace psychology.

Episode Highlights:

1. Dr. Ryne Sherman - Know Yourself
Dr. Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan Assessment Systems, emphasises the importance of understanding your entrepreneurial personality. Personality assessments can help make scientifically-based decisions about people, predicting various life outcomes including workplace performance.
Listen to Dr. Ryne Sherman on Truth, Lies and Work: Episode 26

2. Professor Nancy Doyle - Neurodiversity is Your Competitive Advantage
Professor Nancy Doyle, a leading expert in neurodiversity at work, explains how neurodiversity can be a significant advantage when done right. She sheds light on the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals and the challenges they face.
Listen to Professor Nancy Doyle on Truth, Lies and Work: Episode 41

3. Joe O’Connor - The 4-Day Work Week is Not a Fad
Joe O’Connor, Director & Co-Founder at Work Time Reduction Centre of Excellence, discusses the benefits and practicalities of the 4-day work week. He shares research findings that show increased productivity, better employee health, and no negative financial impact.
Listen to Joe O'Connor on Truth, Lies and Work: Episode 36

4. Isabel Berwick - Be More Gen-Z
Isabel Berwick, host of the FT's Working It podcast, talks about the importance of understanding and adapting to Gen-Z's expectations in the workplace. She argues that embracing Gen-Z's approach can lead to a more engaged and loyal workforce.
Listen to Isabel Berwick on Truth, Lies and Work: Episode 85

5. Bruce Daisley - Measure the ROI
Bruce Daisley, author of "The Joy of Work" and "Fortitude," explains why resilience training often fails. He emphasises the importance of measuring the ROI of workplace initiatives and basing decisions on solid data.
Listen to Bruce Daisley on Truth, Lies and Work: Episode 78

Links and Resources:

Dr. Ryne Sherman: Podcast Episode


Professor Nancy Doyle: Podcast Episode


Joe O’Connor: Podcast Episode


Isabel Berwick: Podcast Episode


Bruce Daisley: Podcast Episode



Join us next Thursday for Part 2, where we'll bring you five more tips for creating a happy workplace from leading psychologists and experts including Prof. Sir Cary Cooper, Dr. Craig Knight, and Dr. Audrey Tang.
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! Your support helps us continue to bring you valuable insights from top experts in the field.

Join the Conversation:
We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.
Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)

Connect with Al and Leanne
Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/
Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/
Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com
Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/

Welcome to This Week in Work, where dive into this week’s hot topics in the workplace, and answer your burning questions!

Episode Highlights
News Roundup
AI in the Workplace: A Hidden Revolution?
Chat GPT continues to make waves across industries, with many employees quietly integrating this tool into their work processes. A recent Forbes article highlights a Microsoft report stating that 52% of workers using AI prefer not to disclose it to their employers, fearing it might render them replaceable. Should companies encourage an open environment where AI is viewed as a tool for enhancement rather than a threat?

Internal Tech Email Leaks: Amazon’s Operational Secrets
An intriguing leak from the 'Internal Tech Emails' Twitter account reveals Amazon's meticulous meeting templates, shedding light on the tech giant's operational efficiency. Despite criticisms of its corporate culture, Amazon's systematic approach to meetings could serve as a blueprint for other organizations aiming for operational excellence.

What Workers Want: Shifting Trends in Work Perks
A HuffPost article, backed by a survey from Open Study College, delves into the evolving preferences for work perks among the UK workforce. The survey reveals a strong preference for flexible work arrangements and meaningful benefits like robust pension schemes and professional development opportunities over traditional perks like office parties and desk beers.

**Special Segment: Football and Management**
As the Premier League season wraps up, we reflect on Jurgen Klopp's final game as Liverpool manager. Klopp's parting words resonate with leadership and change management principles, emphasizing belief, support, and the continuous push for excellence. His approach provides a masterclass in managing transitions and inspiring a team towards future successes.

Workplace Surgery
We tackle some pressing workplace issues:
A listener shares the challenge of unexpected resignations despite offering great benefits and a positive work environment. How can companies better understand and prevent these surprises?

Another listener confesses confusion over the concept of employee engagement. We'll break down what employee engagement means, why it's crucial, and how it can be enhanced to benefit both employees and the organization.

A weary business owner expresses fatigue from constant firefighting and contemplating giving up. We discuss strategies for managing stress and refocusing on business growth rather than just problem-solving.

Join the Conversation:
We value your insights and questions! Email us at hi@truthliesandwork.com or leave a comment on our YouTube channel to share your thoughts and queries.

Next Episode Preview:
Episode 100! Join us as we discuss our Top 10 Tips from more than 180 expert guests.

General Support with Mental Health and Well-being
If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.
Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/
If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)

Connect with Al and Leanne
Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/
Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/
Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne
Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com
Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/