The Boardroom by Heather Elkington

Heather Elkington
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The conversations about leadership and work, that normally only happen behind those closed boardroom doors. The Boardroom is a podcast for managers navigating the parts of leadership no one talks about: bias, boundaries, burnout, and building high-performing teams.

  1. 6d ago

    Will AI replace middle managers? My tips to stay valuable

    Is AI really coming for middle management? Heather believes that is the wrong question. The better question is which parts of management AI will replace, and which human leadership skills are about to become more valuable than ever. In this episode, Heather covers: Why some parts of management are more vulnerable to AI than othersBeing a manager vs a leader at workHow to stay valuableBuild visibility as a managerHow to stop feeling overwhelmed by AI AI may change how managers work, but the leaders who combine human judgement with new technology could become more valuable than ever. Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM And btw Heather sends practical leadership tips to over 30,000 managers across the globe, join the link here: https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home Follow us on Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather And if you are a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard here: https://www.itscustard.com/?utm_source=captivate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=waitlist_promo&utm_content=26thaug_ep13AI&middlemanagers

    Will AI replace middle managers? My tips to stay valuable

  2. Aug 19

    How to use Stoicism to become a better leader

    Stoicism has changed the way I lead, handle failure, and respond when things don’t go to plan. In this episode, I’m sharing the Stoic principles I’ve used for years to become calmer, more resilient and more intentional in the way I lead. Breakdown of this episode: How to separate what you can control from what you can’tHow to respond when things go wrong instead of reacting emotionallyWhy failure and mistakes can actually make your team strongerHow to take ownership without constantly blaming yourselfThe role ego, comparison and other people’s opinions can play in your decisionsThe simple habits I use to manage my thoughts If you want to handle pressure better, overthink less and become a calmer leader, this episode is for you. Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM Follow us on Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 30,000 managers every week, join the link here: https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home

    How to use Stoicism to become a better leader

  3. Aug 12

    Your 7 step guide to become a powerhouse manager

    Becoming a manager is one of those career milestones everyone congratulates you on, but very few people actually prepare you for. Whether you’ve just become a manager, you’re about to step into your first leadership role, or you simply want to become better at leading your team, this episode is your practical guide to getting it right. You’ll learn the 7 foundations Heather believes make the biggest difference when you’re learning how to manage people well, plus the mistakes she made herself while figuring it all out. Key learnings: How to make the shift from doer to managerWhy being liked isn’t the goalHow to earn trust and respect from your teamHow to delegate without micromanagingHow to handle feedback and difficult conversationsHow to build real accountability in your team Download Heather’s free 90 Day 1-on-1 agenda to run better, more meaningful conversations with your team: https://custardlearns.com/90-day-agenda-download And btw, Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 30,000 managers across the globe inside the Custard Culture Club, join us here: https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home Got a situation at work you do not know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday at 8AM. Follow us on Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

    Your 7 step guide to become a powerhouse manager

  4. Aug 5

    My 4 biggest productivity hacks to avoid burnout

    Being productive does not mean squeezing more work into every available hour. In this episode, Heather shares the four productivity rules that help her run two businesses while still protecting her health, relationships and life outside work. She also opens up about the period that pushed her dangerously close to burnout, and what she changed because of it. She explores: Why productivity is not about maximising every minuteThe word you need to become more comfortable sayingHow poor delegation quietly steals your future timeThe difference between urgent work and important workWhy unfinished important tasks eventually become emergenciesThe weekly calendar challenge that eliminates unnecessary meetingsHow Heather now protects her energy while running two businesses Listen now to discover how to get the right work done, protect your time and build a successful career without burning yourself out. Fresh Start is Heather’s proven six week bootcamp for managers who want to take control, earn respect and drive results. Join the waitlist here: https://www.freshleadershipworld.com/fresh-start-course/ And if you are a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard here: https://www.itscustard.com?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=waitlist_promo&utm_content=3rd_aug_reel Got a situation at work you do not know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday at 8 AM. Follow us on socials: Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather

    My 4 biggest productivity hacks to avoid burnout

  5. Jul 29

    How I manage Gen Z at work (without lowering my standards)

    Is Gen Z really difficult to manage, or do they simply expect better management? Heather explores why Gen Z are often labelled lazy, entitled, or difficult to manage, and why the real problem may be the way workplaces try to lead them. In this episode, Heather covers: Why Gen Z are not as difficult to manage as people thinkHow to communicate with Gen Z more openly and honestlyWhy progression matters even when a promotion is not availableHow to offer flexibility without losing structure or accountabilityWhy psychological safety and high performance can exist togetherHow the TAPES framework can help you manage Gen Z more effectivelyWhat to do when someone still refuses to meet the required standard Because managing Gen Z is not about giving them everything they want. It is about understanding what helps them do their best work, then leading them with clarity, trust and accountability. And if you are a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, join the Custard here: https://www.itscustard.com/ Got a situation at work you do not know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday at 8 AM. Follow us on socials: Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather And btw, Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 30,000 managers across the globe inside the Custard Culture Club. Join us here: https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home

    How I manage Gen Z at work (without lowering my standards)

  6. Jul 22

    How I smash public speaking at work (in meetings & presentations etc)

    Do you know exactly what you want to say, but still freeze when all eyes are on you? In this episode, Heather shares how she went from being terrified to speak in front of her class at school to confidently presenting on stages in front of hundreds of people. In this episode: How to hook your audience within the first few secondsWhy stories, examples and questions make presentations more powerfulHow to control your nerves before speakingWhy rehearsing your presentation out loud mattersHow asking for feedback can improve your public speakingWhy seeking one person’s approval could be holding you backHow to speak with confidence in meetings, presentations and on stage How confident do you feel about public speaking on a scale of 1 to 10? Let us know in the comment section below 👇 Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM Follow us on socials: Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather BTW, if you want weekly leadership tips delivered straight to your inbox… Join 30,000+ managers inside the Custard Culture Club (It’s free): https://custardlearns.com/custard-culture-club-home

    How I smash public speaking at work (in meetings & presentations etc)

  7. Jul 15

    How to manage difficult employees at work

    Got a difficult employee in your team and no idea what to actually do about it? Before you jump straight to “do we fire them?”, Heather walks through the key steps every manager needs to take first and when it might be time to make a bigger decision. In this episode, Heather explores: How to work out whether someone is actually difficult, or whether the situation feels difficultWhy managers sometimes accidentally allow poor behaviour to buildHow to address a negative attitude at workThe 4P's method for having difficult conversationsWhen it might be time to take things further And download Heather’s free Four P’s Method of having difficult conversations: https://custardlearns.com/4ps-framework-home And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, visit the Custard website here: https://www.itscustard.com/ Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday, 8 AM Follow us on socials: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkzDIhdiCT-NGag5k8FM_2VAgQwvB1Iv&si=U6PgZWfUTUof3CEb Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

    How to manage difficult employees at work

  8. Jul 8

    How to say 'NO' more to protect your time

    If you’re a manager who constantly feels like there are not enough hours in the day, this episode is for you. Heather breaks down how managers can start buying back their time, from cutting unnecessary meetings and setting stronger boundaries, to delegating properly and learning when to say no. In this episode, Heather explores: Why busy does not always mean productiveHow managers get trapped in urgent workHow to protect your time and cut down on meetingsWhy saying no and setting boundaries helps you create more time to actually lead And if you’re a manager or business owner who wants a clearer picture of how your team is really doing, visit the Custard website here: https://www.itscustard.com/ Got a situation at work you don’t know how to handle? Send it in at hello@theboardroompodcast.com, two lines or two paragraphs, whatever you need. Everything stays anonymous. New episodes every Wednesday, 8AM Follow us on socials: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkzDIhdiCT-NGag5k8FM_2VAgQwvB1Iv&si=i0kbJFwLkMIU6Qxw Instagram: @the.boardroompodcast & @leadershipheather And btw Heather drops practical leadership tips to over 28,000 managers every Tuesday morning, join the link here: https://www.inthemakingleadership.com/welcome

    How to say 'NO' more to protect your time
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The conversations about leadership and work, that normally only happen behind those closed boardroom doors. The Boardroom is a podcast for managers navigating the parts of leadership no one talks about: bias, boundaries, burnout, and building high-performing teams.

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