Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton

Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental Health

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Executive coaches and New York Times bestselling authors of "All In" and "The Carrot Principle,” Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton offer insights and advice to reduce anxiety at work and in your personal life. If you have ever dreaded Sunday night, got a pit in your stomach on the way to work, or had your heartbeat speed up at the sound of your boss’s voice, then you may have had anxiety at work. In this practical podcast, some of the world’s leading authorities on mental health explore the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and the practices that have be proven to reduce tension and cultiv...

Author

Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton

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Business

Podcast website

www.thecultureworks.com

Latest episode

Dec 8, 2025

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Author Intro: The Culture Works Podcast 08.12.2025

Hi, Chester Elton here. And Adrian Gostick.  If you've been listening to our podcast, Anxiety at Work, first and foremost, we just want to say thank you. You know, we started that podcast during a really stressful time. There was a lot of anxiety. There was a lot of pressure. And those conversations were important. And by the way, they still are.   Right.  But the conversation's evolving...

Author Recap: Why Self-Compassion Is Your Secret Advantage 06.06.2025

In a world that tells us to hustle harder and keep on our game face, self-criticism has become endemic for many people. But what if that voice in our heads is making us more anxious and less effective? Key Takeaways Self-Compassion Fuels Sustainable Success Detach Productivity from Self-Worth Mindfulness Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated Special Thanks 🎧 Production: Brent Klein 🌟 Guest Coordination...

Why Self-Compassion Is Your Secret Advantage 04.06.2025

In a world that tells us to hustle harder and keep on our game face, self-criticism has become endemic for many people. But what if that voice in our heads is making us more anxious and less effective? In today’s fast-paced, perfection-driven world, self-criticism has become second nature—and for many, a barrier to mental health and professional growth. But what if self-compassion isn’t weakness,...

Author Recap: Transform Your Work Relationships by Active Listening 23.05.2025

🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to listen. What You'll Learn: Why deep listening is a radical act in today’s distracted world How leaders can balance empathy and efficiency in the workplace The surprising benefits of listening to your "foes" How self-reflection and curiosity make you a better li...

Transform Your Work Relationships by Active Listening 21.05.2025

These days, with everyone multitasking and constantly plugged in, real connection can feel rare. But what if the key to resilience and healthy relationships wasn't about talking more, but listening better?  In a world filled with noise, distraction, and division, could the simple act of truly listening be the key to deeper connection, better mental health, and greater understanding—even acros...

Author Recap: Be Shatterproof: Discover The New Science of Resilience 16.05.2025

🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up. What you will learn      Resilience Has a Limit — and That’s Okay      Self-Awareness is the New Strengt      Use the 2-2-2 Method to Regain Control 🧠 Featured Quote: “This season needs a new strategy. Stop white-knuckling it—and choose to be an active participant i...

Be Shatterproof: Discover The New Science of Resilience 14.05.2025

What if resilience wasn't about pushing harder, but about learning to bend without breaking? In this profoundly insightful episode, Chester and Adrian sit down with renowned self-awareness expert Dr. Tasha Eurich to explore her groundbreaking new book, Shatterproof . Together, they challenge conventional wisdom around resilience, revealing that pushing through adversity isn't always the...

Author Recap: Letting Go of What Holds Us Back 09.05.2025

🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up. Top Takeaways 1. Unhealthy Attachments Are Rooted in Fear Dr. Rosen explains that we all carry mental baggage—attachments to things like success, control, perfection, and even the future—that stem from deep-rooted fears. Identifying and confronting these fears is the...

Letting Go of What Holds Us Back 07.05.2025

Hosts: Chester Elton & Adrian Gostick Guest: Dr. Bob Rosen, Psychologist & Author of Detach: Ditch Your Baggage to Live a More Fulfilling Life Run Time: Approx. 45 minutes Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube With a world full of uncertainty—from global unrest to economic instability—it’s no surprise that anxiety is on the rise. In this uplifting and enlightening conversation, Che...

Author recap: The Three Cs of Meaningful Work: Community, Contribution & Challenge 12.04.2025

In a world of complexity, purpose at work is still the clearest path to resilience and results. 🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up. Key Takeaways:  - Meaningful Work is Built on the Three Cs: Community, Contribution, and Challenge  - Small Moments Create Big Meaning: Leaders don’t need grand gestures t...

The Three Cs of Meaningful Work: Community, Contribution & Challenge 10.04.2025

In a world of complexity, purpose at work is still the clearest path to resilience and results. 🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up. Gostick & Elton are Joined by researchers and authors Wes Adams and Tamara Myles , co-authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employ...

Author Recap: Why Wellness Programs Fail- and What Really Works 05.04.2025

Despite the growing investment in workplace wellness programs, employee morale and satisfaction continue to decline. What’s going wrong?  🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up.  - Wellness Starts with Culture, Not Perks  - Leaders Must Build Real Relationships—Swiftly  - High Expectations + High Support =...

Why Wellness Programs Fail- and What Really Works 03.04.2025

Despite the growing investment in workplace wellness programs, employee morale and satisfaction continue to decline. What’s going wrong?  🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up.  - Wellness Starts with Culture, Not Perks  - Leaders Must Build Real Relationships—Swiftly  - High Expectations + High Support =...

Author Recap: Create Agile, Inclusive Work Culture, Confidence, and Resilience 28.03.2025

Ever had a boss that drove you a little… bonkers? 🔑 Top Takeaways Quit taking it personally (Q-TIP) Know your worth Behavior isn’t identity Confidence is your secret weapon Happiness is a choice We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life. Support t...

Create Agile, Inclusive Work Culture, Confidence, and Resilience 27.03.2025

Ever had a boss that drove you a little… bonkers? You’re not alone. In this episode, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton sit down with visionary tech executive and new author Eric Charran to explore the fascinating world of dysfunctional leadership—and how to rise above it. Eric’s new book Have You Ever Had a Boss That … breaks down nine archetypes of difficult managers—from the “Firefighter” to the...

Author Recap: The Right Questions Positively Transform Your Life 21.03.2025

✅ Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🧡 Share ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate and review wherever you love to listen. 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways 1️⃣ We live in the world our questions create 2️⃣ Psychological safety ≠ comfort 3️⃣ "Companies have mission statements—why not mission questions  We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxi...

The Right Questions Positively Transform Your Life 19.03.2025

How can you restore hope and restore your vitality? 🎯 Top 3 Takeaways 1️⃣ We live in the world our questions create 2️⃣ Psychological safety ≠ comfort 3️⃣ "Companies have mission statements—why not mission questions  In this thought-provoking episode hosts Gostick & Elton dive deep into the transformative power of questions with special guest Topaz Adizes . A master of human connection,...

Author Recap: Restored Hope: The Neuroscience of Optimal Brain Health 14.03.2025

✅ Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🧡 Share ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate and review wherever you love to listen. 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways  🍬 The Brain's Fuel: Glucose 🧠 Reducing Excess Glucose Consumption  🌿 Environmental Impact on Mental Health  We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workpl...

Restored Hope: The Neuroscience of Optimal Brain Health 12.03.2025

How can you restore hope and restore your vitality?  🎯 Top 3 Takeaways The Brain's Fuel: Glucose 🍬 Reducing Excess Glucose Consumption 🧠 Environmental Impact on Mental Health 🌿🏢 ​In this episode of "Anxiety at Work," hosts Chester Elton and Adrian Gostick delve into the neuroscience of hope and vitality with their guest, Dr. David Stevens. Dr. Stevens is the founder, president,...

Author Recap: How to Be a Great Leader in a Changed World 07.03.2025

✅ Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🧡 Share ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate and review wherever you love to listen. 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways  🌟 Emotional Maturity Over Emotional Intelligence 🧩 The Four Core Employee Needs 🚀 Be Insatiably Curious About Your People We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in t...

How to Be a Great Leader in a Changed World 05.03.2025

With AI, our teams spread around the world, and major shifts occurring in the workplace, our guest today says humanity-first leadership is the last real differentiator! 🥕Love this episode? Share it with your network & leave us a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🎯 Top 3 Takeaways 🌟 Emotional Maturity Over Emotional Intelligence 🧩 The Four Core Employee Needs 🚀 Be Insatiably Curious About Your People Thi...

Author Recap: Got Stress? Here’s How You Manage It 28.02.2025

✅ Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🧡 Share ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate and review wherever you love to listen. 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways  ⚡ Pressure Corrupts, Not Power  🛠️ The Importance of Self-Management  🕰️ The Power of 'Blank Space'  We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace...

Got Stress? Here’s How You Manage It 26.02.2025

Under pressure, even the most well-intentioned manager can become the boss nobody wants to work for.  📣 Love this episode? ✅ Share it with your network & leave us a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways: Pressure Corrupts, Not Power ⚡ The Importance of Self-Management 🛠️ The Power of 'Blank Space' 🕰️ In this episode, Chester and Adrian explore the challenges of managing pressure w...

Author Recap: Courage Is Conquering Fear to Realize Your True Potential 14.02.2025

✅ Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🧡 Share ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate and review wherever you love to listen. 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways  ✅ Courage isn’t about eliminating fear—it’s about acting despite it. Your fear doesn’t define you; your actions do. ✅ Rewriting your inner narrative can change everything. The stories we tell ourselves shape our reality. Make sure yours empowers, not limits you. ✅ Right-sizing yo...

Courage Is Conquering Fear to Realize Your True Potential 12.02.2025

Ever feel like fear holds you back from stepping into your potential? 💪✨ 📣 Love this episode? ✅ Share it with your network & leave us a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🔑 Top 3 Takeaways: ✅ Courage isn’t about eliminating fear—it’s about acting despite it. Your fear doesn’t define you; your actions do. ✅ Rewriting your inner narrative can change everything. The stories we tell ourselves shape our rea...

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