Thrive in the Workplace and Become a Force for Good

What does it take to drive lasting behavioural change?  Find out in today’s podcast, I’m joined by Behavioural Scientist, the Founder of Behaviour Labs and Develop Minds. In this episode, you’ll: Discover how to understand and address the root causes of well-being challenges. Learn practical strategies to implement sustainable behavior change in organizations. Explore how to create supportive envi...

Inclusive leadership, authenticity, anti-fragility, cultural intelligence…  These are just a few of the topics we cover in todays podcast!  Join us as we delve into the future of work with leadership expert Christine Braun.  In this episode, you’ll: Gain insights on how to lead with authenticity and build inclusive environments. Explore the role of intuition in making effective decisions. Understa...

Are you dealing with a narcissistic coworker or boss? Feeling drained and undervalued?  Today I’m joined by Charlie Spurway, a renowned relationship psychologist in the UAE, who combines psychotherapy and coaching to help men and women navigate the complexities of relationships, both with themselves and others.  In this episode, we’re diving into the world of narcissism where you’ll: Understand di...

If you’re In a high pressure role or workplace and want to feel harmony amidst the chaos and urgency…  Meet the inspiring Cortney McDermott, a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics. 📚✨ Cortney's work in self-development and business strategy has graced the pages of Inc., Women’s Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FO...

Are you ready to elevate your workplace wellness strategies?  There’s nothing I love more than chat with fellow wellness pro’s! Discover actionable insights from todays episode with Matt Marney, founder of Wellness Education Dubai.  Whether you're leading wellness initiatives or passionate about improving employee well-being, this episode is packed with invaluable advice to help you succeed! W...

Is your workplace tackling mental health head-on?   Supporting mental health is no longer optional.  But it can be overwhelming to know do so. Which is why I’m thrilled to share the latest episode of the Thrive in the Workplace podcast, where I sat down with Kes Smith-Green , Wellbeing Coach and Mental Health Advocate, to dive deep into how leaders can create mentally healthy workplaces. Here’s wh...

💪 Playing to Your Strengths can turn you into a Corporate Athlete!   In the latest episode of Thrive in the Workplace , I’m sharing an awesome conversation with Victoria Tipper , a leading performance and executive coach. If you're ready to elevate your game and transform your work environment, this episode is a must-listen! Here's what we explored: 🧠 Harnessing Strengths : How leveragin...

Is your workplace a haven for returning parents?   Having a newborn is stressful enough, returning to work could help to relieve stress rather than create even more.    In our latest episode of the Thrive in the Workplace podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lamisse Muhtaseb , HR Director and Inclusion Lead at Deloitte Middle East, about the vital role of wellbeing and inclusion in the mod...

Mental agility and emotional intelligence are no longer just “nice-to-haves” in this fast-paced world — they’re essential skills for any leader wanting to create sustainable impact. I had the privilege of sitting down with Magda Snowden , a powerhouse in Transformational Coaching. Magda's 20+ years of leadership experience across four countries has transformed how teams and organizations funct...

Ever felt lost in the corporate grind, struggling with criticism, boundaries, and work-life balance ?   Today's episode could be your lifeline! We're joined by Tassos Kotzia, a certified Holistic and Women's Empowerment Coach with over 25 years of experience in senior corporate positions.   Women's empowerment is often dominated by women's voices,  So what’s unique about Tassos...

Wellbeing at work is a high stakes game… If we get it wrong and people suffer, as well as the business performance.  Today I’m joined by Marita Harrold, Leadership Performance Trainer and the CEO of Tree Yellow.  Marita is renowned in the region for integrating talent development, well-being and engagement strategies to deliver quantifiable business results.  Her interest and expertise are in all...

Burned out teams? Low productivity?   This episode dives into employee health and who’s really responsible for it… Meet Richard Turner who is the Founder of Employees Health and the host of Linked In Live Series’, Wellbeing Chat’s’ and he is a renowned High Performance Coach. In this episode we discuss: Unpacking the ripple effects of suicide Confronting mental health stigma head-on. Navigating th...

Psychological safety has become a buzz phrase,  But what does it really mean, and HOW do we create it? Today's guest, Sam Harvey, breaks it down in a simple and actionable way! If you haven’t met Sam yet, he’s Team & Exec Coach. Former competitive sprinter , Self-proclaimed nerd and certificate collector. And the founder of Braver Leaders In this episode we discuss: Sam's Journey to So...

Sustainability and profitability belong in the same sentence…  Noone knows this better than, Jasper Steinhausen, todays podcast guest.  Jasper is the founder and CEO of Business With Impact who’s specialty is making sustainability profitable for small and medium sized companies. Not only that, he is the author of the Amazon Bestseller Making Sustainability Profitable – a Leaders guide to growing a...

Is chronic pain a big deal in the workplace? Here’s why we should be paying attention and what we can do about it. Did you know that approximately 1 in 5 people experience chronic pain? Pain that just won’t go away. Living with chronic pain can be a relentless battle, It's more than just discomfort; it's a part of your daily life, impacting everything you do.. Including work. But it doesn’...

Ever wondered why some workplace collaborations click effortlessly while others seem to hit a snag? In this episode, we're unraveling the mystery of workplace relationships with Charlie Spurway. Returning for her second guest appearance, meet Charlotte Spurway, a seasoned Psychologist with a GMBPsS MSc, adept Therapist, and certified CPC ICA Coach. Dedicated to empowering individuals, she spec...

Strong leaders serve… True or false? Join todays’ podcast with Teri Schmidt, Director of @tronger to Serve a pioneering leadership initiative that's energising work by elevating leadership. 🌐It's a powerhouse discussion that explores: ✨ Resentment at work ✨ The ego transition of a leader ✨ The art of giving and receiving feedback ✨ Integrating social good with skill building ✨ Carryi...

Cultural Intelligence plays a huge role in workplace wellbeing.  But what is it? Today I sit down with Emma Jordaan, Cultural Trainer & Coach, CQ® Fellow and Founder of Infinite Consulting, a Training Consultancy that specialises in Cultural Intelligence. In today's episode we discuss: What does Cultural intelligence look like? About Emma & Infinite Coaching Cultural Intelligence in UA...

Are parents a ‘vulnerable group’ in the workplace? If you’re a leader with employees who’re juggling career ambitions and family responsibilities,  Or are a working parent yourself,  You’ll enjoy today's podcast episode with @Jasmine Navarro.  @Jasmine is a Family & Executive Wellbeing Expert who is known in the region for delivering programs to help employees build confidence and resilien...

Workplace Wellbeing is a multifaceted concept that encompasses so many areas that need focus.  From physical wellness, mental resilience, effective communication and relationships , strong leadership, cohesive teams, integrative tech and a supportive organisational culture, to name just a few! And even though it can be a complex topic, there are so many talented and experienced pro’s here in the r...

Is it time for wellbeing 2.0? Time to throw out the old and welcome new schools of thought for the betterment of wellbeing? That’s exactly what Ryan Hopkins and I dive into, in today's podcast. Ryan’s held a number of pioneering roles including, Future of Well-being leader at Deloitte and is on a mission to engage 1 billion people in the betterment of wellbeing,  Today, he is the Chief Impact...

Meet Jennifer Moss , whose award winning book, ‘The Burnout Epidemic’, changed the trajectory of the way I think about wellness and wellbeing at work.  Aside from being an award-winning writer, Jennifer is an international speaker, and workplace culture strategist with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.  Jennifer writes for Harvard Business Review and her work has appeared in...

Mark founded Soken, one of the GCC's most innovative employee wellbeing solutions. Soken's blend of research-led physical and digital wellbeing services utilises data analysis to help organisations prioritise employee wellbeing, improving productivity, and engagement to create a healthy work culture.  In this episode we discuss: What to consider when using tech within wellbeing initiatives...

Is there a place for emotion in the workplace? Is this really even a choice?! Emotional health is often overshadowed by mental health, Of course they are interconnected and one supports the other, But looking at the emotional piece of the #wellbeing puzzle can be a game changer. Today I sit down with Lizzie Butcher, With 10+ years working in corporate travel technology, Lizzie knows all too well t...

If anyones qualified to talk about peak performance - it’s Mark Colbourne, Gold Medal Paralympic Cyclist . 🚴‍♂️🏆 Today’s podcast is full of ‘gold’ as we uncover powerful insights from from clinching Gold at the Paralympics to Marks successful transition into an International Speaker and Leadership Coach. In this conversation, we explore: The principles that underpin a winning attitude in work an...