Refreshing Leadership with Maya - Career, Leadership & Life Design

Episode 2 of the summer reset from the archive. We're going to be releasing this series as a mini-series over the first half of August to guide you through your summer reset! I hope you enjoy the episode. - Arjun. ----- Struggling to switch off? August is upon us; it’s been a demanding year and we could all do with a bit of deep rest and rejuvenation. But how? In this episode I share practical...

An episode from August 2021 where Maya introduced the August Reset. We're going to be revisiting the August Reset as Maya takes one herself. August is upon us, and many of my clients are ready for, or limping towards, their August breaks. It has been a demanding year and we could all do with a bit of deep rest and rejuvenation. SO I have 5 guided episodes lined up, with a focus on how can we m...

An episode from earlier this year; but as we enter Q3 and Q4 and I [Arjun] notice more and more opportunities to switch roles or make a career move come up, I thought this episode would be ideal for those of you who may struggle with working with recruiters and cultivating relationships that lead to opportunities for you. - Arjun Shah , Producer. In this episode, we dive into the world of chasing...

Everyone loves a good story, don't they? For the modern leader or executive, it's become essential. Yet, there is an art to it, and many people don't like or aren't good at storytelling. Like anything else, however, it is a skill that can subsequently be learned. Even if there are natural boundaries, these can be turned into a positive part of storytelling - it's just about dis...

In this archived episode, we’re joined by Fi Macmillan, Coach & Adventurer. Fiona takes us through what Outdoor Intelligence is and how spending time outside can greatly benefit Golden Hours: making us more productive, creative, and in touch with our purpose and intuition.  In the spirit of Outdoor Intelligence, we even manage to co-create a new equation during the episode:  Nature + Walking =...

We kick off the summer pause with a curated journey of the most commented-on episodes from our archive. Self-acceptance is initially brushed over by executive coaching clients but that would be a mistake. Maya takes you through what it really means and why it’s key to LifeWork. Connect with me on linkedin

In the second part of this two-part series as we delve into Aurore's remarkable journey. The transformative decision to relocate to Bali, leaving behind relationships and embracing an entrepreneurial and nomadic lifestyle; and Aurore gives me an insight into the power of Kundalini and Breathwork, uncovering the complimentary nuances of these practices as well as her own experiences. (01:18) Mo...

As we approach the end of the first half of the year, its time to take stock. I share plenty of examples, hopefully to get you thinking about your own first half of the year! If you or your team need coaching on this reach out to get info on Maya’s coaching programmes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠maya@mayagudka.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

In the first part of this two-part series, we delve into Aurore's career journey, exploring her remarkable career transitions - from trading floor, to media featured interior designer, to breath worker in Bali, all whilst growing a young family. We also discuss the extraordinary decision her family made to embrace a entrepreneurial and nomadic lifestyle, relocating to different countries befor...

(01:11) What is Capacity / Capability? (03:20) Short term vs long term thinking (05:43) When you’re not making progress on your goals.. (06:00) Before you rush off on holiday! (07:33) Social capacity (09:26) Expertise & emotional capacity (11:00) Wrap up To learn more about my executive coaching services for you and your team, click here

Aarti is back this week for a Life Work conversation. You’ve all asked for more perspectives on how people make LifeWork and Aarti’s perspectives will definitely offer inspiration This conversation is for you if you enjoy hearing how real leaders in great companies make it work. To understand more about the specific ways I can help you upgrade your career, be sure to check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE...

This episode is for you if, like me, you're totally not green-fingered. Possibly, you're even a little intimidated by gardening. At least, I was! 5 reasons why I love gardening - these are going to be of interest if you struggle to switch off, need easy ways to change your mental state, want to engage with your kids more, want to do something creative but feel stuck, and if you're worr...

Super excited to bring Aarti from LinkedIn on to the podcast! Here we chat about her career and leadership journey and specific phases of its development. If you want to hear how real leaders in exciting organisations approach their LifeWork, this ep is for you. (04:12) About Aarti's career journey (15:13) Undertaking a masters (20:50) Psychological Intelligence (26:43) The interview process a...

In this episode, we discuss the power of having a thinking partner when we are stuck. We share valuable lessons from one of my mentees who was feeling unprepared to pitch in her organisation. We also explore how scheduling regular wellbeing days to utilize built-up toil can provide much-needed rest and recovery for employees, making a real difference in how supported they feel in their work. somet...

If you've ever felt frustrated by the pace of a transformation you're working on, this episode is for you. We often expect it to happen quicker than it does, and we can often become attached to the visible outcomes. Using the metaphor of the Japanese Cherry Blossom, I talk you through a very visible and powerful transformation in its phases. I hope it is memorable and easy for you to draw...

Get ready for a very different episode, where we bring on the show’s producer Arjun from behind the scenes, and reflect together on 100 episodes of LifeWork with Maya. A longer, relaxed conversation, full of gems and honest reflections about this growth journey, so one to save for your walk or commute. (03:03) Do I listen to my own episodes? (06:12) Most valuable episode to date. (09:57) Arjun&#39...

Knowledge work inside organisations can seem devoid of Mastery in the way that, e.g. a surgeon or carpenter might have mastery. But this misses a trick! There are many areas in which we can develop mastery - and your current feelings towards events like presentations, networking and other high-stakes interactions might be a good sign of where these opportunities lie! In this episode, learn how log...

An episode from the archive. Recorded during the pandemic, this episode with Nir Eyal focuses on maximising your golden time by reframing what a distraction is and helping you prioritise better. We deep dive into whether social media is truly a distractor, how we should think about distraction and time boxing. Sharing the simple idea that most people don’t know how true free time feels, Nir explai...

In this episode, we dive into the world of chasing recruiters and discuss the importance of cultivating multiple opportunities to avoid putting all your eggs in one basket. We explore building a systematic approach to developing relationships and opportunities, both internally and externally. We also share thoughts on the art of follow-up and chasing, emphasizing that the best time to set up follo...

Career regret can be a great tool, if we are not afraid to use it! Join me as I delve into a second HBR article , this one much more recent, on career regret. Connect with me on  LinkedIn  & subscribe to my  LI newsletter . Midweek podcast shorts will now be available to watch on  YouTube  and Spotify. Produced by  Arjun Shan .

Are you struggling to reignite your drive for work? Need some guidance on finding clarity and overcoming blockers? This latest episode is for you! In this episode, I explore the topic of work and passion, specifically addressing how to reignite your passion for work that has been lost. Drawing on the work of Cal Newport, I question the extent to which we should be passion-driven in our careers, as...

Regrets, we all have a few! In this two-part mini-series I delve into career regrets - based on an HBR article: https://hbr.org/2012/12/the-top-five-career-regrets by Daniel Galati. Today we focus on the top 5 career regrets he found from his research. Of course, Maya picks these apart a little - there’s more to a regret than meets the eye! (03:40) Should I have taken the job for the money? (06:42...

In this episode, I dive into the importance of making value visible in the workplace and share some practical tips on how to do so. We discuss creating communication structures to keep key sponsors updated on projects, maintaining a weekly task log, and aligning conversations with stakeholders to ensure less visible tasks are recognized and appreciated. Once you get into the swing of this stuff, i...

A light fun episode for Easter weekend. Enjoy! Subscribe or Follow⬆️ for weekly episodes to move you with ease towards your work and wellbeing goals & dreams! Produced by  Arjun Shan .

Based on published research and many years of experience - this episode will give you a structured approach to changing the way you are perceived at work. To listen on the go: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-executive-coach-balance-c-suite-career-success/id1463542602 Produced by  Arjun Shan .