The Happy at Work Podcast The Happy at Work Podcast

This week Laura, Tessa and Michael dive deep into a thoughtful discussion about building a happier and more meaningful life through work with special guest Stephanie Harrison.

Stephanie founded The New Happy, an educational platform focused on sharing a new philosophy of happiness based on positive psychology research. She shares her career journey from management consultant to executive roles at LinkedIn and Thrive Global, and how these experiences shaped her views on well-being in the workplace.

Stephanie discusses her upcoming book, The New Happy, which aims to translate the science of happiness into practical strategies for letting go of misguided societal beliefs and discovering true sources of well-being through authentic self-expression and helping others.

Listen in as Stephanie provides insights into how organizations can better support employees' ability to be their whole selves at work and use their unique strengths to make a positive impact, driving both individual and business success.

Pre-order The New Happy today to learn Stephanie's evidence-based approach to sustainable happiness and fulfillment.


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And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions for future episodes, please reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you!

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In this episode, Michael and Tessa spoke with Andrea Kehoe, Director of Operations Administration at Kettering University.

Andrea shifted from being a stay-at-home mom into a corporate role with Kettering University in Michigan nearly 7 years ago. She’s moved through a few different roles since 2017 and was supported by mentors and managers who encouraged her to try out new functional areas until she landed in an operations position focused on employee engagement and fulfillment. 

In her role, she leads a working group aimed to address internal culture issues, and Andrea acts as a communications lynchpin between university leadership and administrative staff.
In order to figure out where to start, Andrea and her team launched a one-question survey, and the results mirrored national trends about workplace attitudes and well-being. 

Andrea’s concrete suggestion for moving through cultural issues at work? Start by bringing people together.


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And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions for future episodes, please reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you!

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This episode features Jennifer Nurick, author of Heal Your Anxious Attachment. Jennifer shares her career journey studying various healing modalities in Australia, leading her to specialize in attachment theory and childhood trauma. 

She discusses how attachment patterns from childhood can show up in the workplace and offers insights from her experience with an avoidant partner. Jennifer also provides perspective on the prevalence of anxiety in younger generations and offers tools for managing it, such as journaling triggers and speaking to a therapist. 

Listeners learn about internal family systems therapy and how it can help heal trauma from past events like bullying. 

Overall, the conversation offers meaningful takeaways for understanding attachment, anxiety, and practical steps toward healing.
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And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions for future episodes, please reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you!

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In this episode, host Tessa Misiaszek talks with Dr. Enya Doyle, an inclusion and anti-harassment consultant based in London, about her approach to DEI consulting work. 

Dr. Doyle holds a PhD in gender diversity from her research on barriers facing women in music. She discusses the importance of curiosity and decency in creating inclusive workplaces. They explore timely topics like addressing unconscious bias, overcoming systemic gender barriers, and the crucial role of allies in promoting change. 

Dr. Doyle shares practical advice addressing measuring DEI impact, overcoming complacency, and leaving shame behind to move initiatives forward. 

This thoughtful discussion provides perspectives on building cultures of belonging for all from an expert at the forefront of DEI issues in the UK and globally!
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And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

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This week's episode features a science-packed conversation with David White, an expert in organizational culture and business transformation.

David's career journey through various HR functions, including recruitment, change management, and talent management, has provided him with invaluable insights into the challenges of driving lasting cultural shifts within organizations.

As the author of Disrupting Corporate Culture, David challenges conventional wisdom by reframing culture as a form of shared knowledge embedded in our brains. Unlike the traditional corporate view, which often sees culture as an external force, David emphasizes its heterogeneous and tacit nature—stuff we know but don't consciously acknowledge—that shapes our everyday actions and behaviors.

Armed with applied science, David has spent the last decade helping organizations approach culture and change with sophistication and nuance, striving to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Tune in to this enlightening episode as David unpacks the complexities of culture, neuroscience, and organizational change, offering practical insights to empower leaders and teams on their journey toward meaningful transformation.
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And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

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In this episode, Michael and Laura learn from Dr. Fiona Crichton, who shares her fascinating career journey and insights into improving individual and organizational well-being. 

Fiona began her career as a litigator in Auckland, New Zealand, in the 1990s. While she enjoyed the work, the legal field at that time lacked a focus on work-life balance. Fiona stepped away from litigation to spend more time with her young children. In her new role, she began reading reports on criminal cases and was impacted by the traumatic content. This experience made her realize how one's work can deeply affect their well-being. 

Fiona went on to study health psychology, which focuses on resilience and motivating healthy behaviors despite complex personal factors. Fiona gained a deep understanding of human motivation and behavior through this work. 

Currently, Fiona helps leaders and individuals create personalized well-being plans by identifying values, strengths, and interests. When integrated into team meetings, this modeling of healthy behaviors can increase psychological safety and foster authentic connections. Fiona's insights provide practical guidance for cultivating well-being at both the individual and organizational levels.
To stay connected and continue the conversation, be sure to follow us on LinkedIn.

And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website.

If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions for future episodes, please reach out to us. We'd love to hear from you!

Stay inspired, stay motivated, and stay happy at work!