Work Savvy

Corporate Dojo

Tune into the Work Savvy podcast for a fortnightly dose of inspiration and insights on Leadership and Self-Mastery. Host Karen Gately talks to leading experts and successful business leaders about being a great leader of people and thriving at both work and in life. Our guests are people who have learned powerful lessons through experience and share their wisdom through the inspiring stories they tell. In our WTF @ Work segment we talk about some of the crazier things that happen in the workplace. While there is often a serious lesson to be learned from the stories we share, we also manage to have a laugh at just how absurd people and workplaces can be. We can’t wait for you to listen and learn how to Work Savvy! Listen to the latest episode below or explore our library to listen to those you’ve missed. https://www.corporatedojo.com/

  1. May 22

    Episode 122 – Doing Less to Achieve More

    In this episode of Work Savvy, Karen Gately is joined by bestselling productivity expert Donna McGeorge to challenge one of the most deeply held beliefs in modern work culture — that doing more is the key to success. Drawing on insights from her latest book Red Brick Thinking, Donna explains why the real breakthrough for leaders and professionals today is learning what to stop doing. Together, Karen and Donna explore how unnecessary meetings, constant distraction, and overcommitment quietly drain performance — and how intentional subtraction creates the space for better focus, energy, and impact. This conversation offers practical, evidence-based strategies for simplifying work, making confident decisions about priorities, and turning burnout into breathing room. A must-listen for leaders who want sustainable performance without sacrificing wellbeing. If you’re ready to rethink how work gets done and help your people perform at their best, explore Corporate Dojo’s leadership programs and workshops. Tune in now, and don’t forget to Work... savvy! Want Ready to equip your leaders for change? Discover how our Leadership Development Programs at Corporate Dojo help leaders build resilience, lead with clarity, and thrive in times of uncertainty.  🔗 Explore our programs   For more on courageous leadership, culture transformation and building high-performing teams, follow Karen Gately on LinkedIn. Get practical advice and thought leadership to help you lead with impact and integrity.   Connect with Donna McGeorge on LinkedIn to continue the conversation.

    34 min
  2. May 8

    Episode 121: The Power of Empathy in Times of Change

    Karen is joined by leadership futurist and change strategist Melinda McCormack, author of PULSE: Empathy Is Your Edge. Together, they explore why disconnection has become one of the biggest barriers to performance at work — and why empathy is no longer a “soft skill,” but a serious leadership advantage. Melinda shares insights from her five-step PULSE framework, explaining how leaders can break through resistance, build trust, and create psychological safety in times of uncertainty. The conversation unpacks what it really takes to lead lasting change, strengthen engagement, and help people feel seen, heard, and valued — without compromising results. This episode is a must-listen for leaders who want to build stronger cultures, navigate complexity with confidence, and lead in a way that drives both performance and wellbeing. If you’re looking to develop leaders who can connect, influence, and lead change with impact, explore Corporate Dojo’s leadership programs and workshops. Tune in now, and don’t forget to Work... savvy! Want Ready to equip your leaders for change? Discover how our Leadership Development Programs at Corporate Dojo help leaders build resilience, lead with clarity, and thrive in times of uncertainty.  🔗 Explore our programs   For more on courageous leadership, culture transformation and building high-performing teams, follow Karen Gately on LinkedIn. Get practical advice and thought leadership to help you lead with impact and integrity.   Follow Melinda McCormack on LinkedIn for more insights on leading with empathy.

    38 min

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Tune into the Work Savvy podcast for a fortnightly dose of inspiration and insights on Leadership and Self-Mastery. Host Karen Gately talks to leading experts and successful business leaders about being a great leader of people and thriving at both work and in life. Our guests are people who have learned powerful lessons through experience and share their wisdom through the inspiring stories they tell. In our WTF @ Work segment we talk about some of the crazier things that happen in the workplace. While there is often a serious lesson to be learned from the stories we share, we also manage to have a laugh at just how absurd people and workplaces can be. We can’t wait for you to listen and learn how to Work Savvy! Listen to the latest episode below or explore our library to listen to those you’ve missed. https://www.corporatedojo.com/