Great Work Day

Unlock Your Creative Zone at Work with Musician Dawson McManusEver wonder how to tap into your creative flow at work? In this episode of Great Work Day, I chat with musician Dawson McManus about finding that immersive “zone,” staying inspired on tough days, and bringing more joy and creativity into your career.✨ Your Host Ella Bates believes no-one should have a bad work day, giving high impact l...

In the "Great Work Day" podcast, host Ella Bates discusses navigating workplace adversity with leadership coach Kristie Stocker. Kristie highlights the power of resilience, the importance of authentic leadership, and the potential of challenges as catalysts for growth. Drawing from personal experiences and her coaching journey, she offers strategies for turning workplace hurdles into suc...

Dive deep into the intricate dance between ambition and motherhood with Skills Trainer Ella Bates, in her latest podcast with guest Alycia Washington This discussion sheds light on the often unspoken challenges mothers face when juggling their professional aspirations with the demands of parenting. Ella delves into the pervasive sentiment of "mom guilt" and offers insights on how to navi...

Delve deep into the in's and out's of workplace stress and its impact on employees. Joined by Lydia Di Francesco, a Workplace Wellness Specialist at Fit & Healthy 365. Lydia sheds a light on the physiological effects of prolonged stress and the importance of balancing adrenaline-driven periods with relaxation. The conversation touches upon the difference between acute and chronic stres...

In this transformative episode, join me, Ella Bates as I welcome welcome the compassionate and insightful Grief Coach, Margaret Dennis, to delve into the powerful topic of discovering joy amidst grief in the workplace. Learn powerful strategies and coping mechanisms to navigate the challenging journey of grief while maintaining professional composure. Drawing from her profound understanding of hum...

Feeling like as you rise in rank you should give up your work life balance? Our guest Mark Campbell and I talk about the highs and lows of navigating what is important to you from designing your life to remembering that your career IS something you choose and how does that look for the average family?  Get ready to be inspired/entertained and to gain the tools and skills to create the JOY and...

Feeling nothing special about your day job?  There are other alternatives to the traditional 9-5. Our guest Faye Hulme and I talk about how the rise of the side gig is boosting people’s happiness at a fast rate and also their bank accounts, from jump starting her heart in hospital to earning a leadership salary without any formal experience or degrees!  Get ready to be inspired/entertain...

Feeling like there is something special missing from remote working? You are right! Our guest Raissa and I talk about the dangers on our immune system from working remotely, jumping into ice baths, isolation and loneliness and the critical importance of healthy human touch. Get ready to be inspired/entertained and to gain the tools and skills to create the JOY and RESULTS you want in YOUR career f...

Want more opportunities for JOY and career success in the work that you do? Our guest Heidi and I talk about thinking outside of the box with self creating opportunities to build your network, create your joy, utilize your strengths without sitting and waiting for the opportunities to fall into your lap. Get ready to be inspired/entertained and to gain the tools and skills to create the JOY and RE...

Looking for reasons to have courage to speak to your manager about your work life balance?  Our guest Nigel and I talk about if Work Life Balance is truly possible, how YOU can design what that looks like, how to deal with the fear of speaking with your boss and being more comfortable with having courage and vulnerability in the workplace.  Get ready to be inspired/entertained and to gai...