Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah

You are the greatest project you will work on! I heard this line and it just changed my perspective on my own development. “You are the greatest project that you will ever work on.” Let me say that again. “You are the greatest project that you will ever work on.” When you look at yourself that way, you're gonna look at yourself from a workplace perspective. That's what I'm really ta...

Meet Prina and Leanne from 2020! We had just become friends and since meeting Leanne she has become one of my greatest friend-tors. This was my (Prina's) first ever podcast on Leanne's First Time Facilitator Podcast . Listen to Leanne interview Prina when Prina was still side hustling... Ever wondered how someone can juggle a career, side hustles, and still manage to create meaningful ch...

That, which is in front of you is your teacher is one of my most cherished sayings. Why?  Because it holds true in both good and tough times, especially in the workplace (and life, yo!)  When faced with a lousy manager, a toxic team, or a dreadful company culture, what lies ahead of you becomes your teacher.  You become aware of what is wrong and what you are willing to tolerate.  You also gain cl...

Welcome to Episode 100 of Ways to Change Your Workplace with moi, Prina Shah. In this special episode, I am joined by my best friend, Jitesh Odedra, for an in depth interview.  Get ready for some deep and thought-provoking questions as Jitesh takes the reins and dives into my journey and mission to change the workplace.  Don't miss this milestone episode filled with insights, vulnerability, a...

Ready to discover what it takes to lead a thriving community, meet multiple expectations, and foster an invigorating workplace culture? Then you'll want to tune into this episode where I candidly chat with the inspiring CEO of the Town of Victoria Park, Anthony Vuleta.  With his unique leadership style, Anthony believes in listening to his team's feedback to deliver positive outcomes, an...

Poor Work Cultures and Trauma Bonding With Your Colleagues If you have uttered any of these statements, you may have a trauma bond with your workplace and your colleagues… "I know the workplace is toxic, but I can't imagine leaving. We've been through so much together." "I keep hoping things will get better, that they'll appreciate my dedication and hard work eventual...

When you start turning over rocks, you're going to find worms! Then you need to be strategic with how to address said worms! When you start turning over rocks, you're gonna find worms. You are then therefore going to be the problem... And, ideally, you should be the solution as well. So in a workplace, often is the case that we will uncover issues. And, oh my gosh, there will be issues a...

Are you ready to catapult your team's problem-solving mindset into the future? That's precisely what you'll learn to do in our engaging conversation with Steph Clarke, a futurist and facilitator from Melbourne.  We discuss the concept of futures thinking and its profound implications for the way we view and address issues. Can you imagine the kind of conversations you could have wit...

In this solo episode, Prina Shah dives deep into the powerful concept of legacy —a word that can make some of us pause and wonder, “Am I really leaving a legacy?” Prina unpacks her personal definition of legacy, exploring how each of us creates impact every day, no matter where we are in our career journey. She reflects on key questions we should all be asking ourselves: How do I want to be rememb...

Unmask the hidden power of fear and transform it into your secret weapon for success with this episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast! Prepare for a deep dive into the complex emotion of fear as I, your host, Prina Shah, dissect how this feeling can impact your cognitive functions, incite stress responses and foster avoidance behaviour.  I promise to equip you with practical tools and...

Change has happened at your workplace. Change is inevitable, and it is a constant. Change is nothing new. It is how you deal with, and respond to change that matters. So my question to you is: Are you living in the past, or paving the way for the future? Are you a part of the NOW or THEN legacy? The choice is yours.  Send Prina a text to let her know how you'd change the workplace If you are s...

My friend Yoke van Dam all the way from South Africa has been called the Kintsugi Queen because of her ability to join, repair and transform teams into something quite wonderful. Her work is like Kintsugi, the Japanese art form that mends broken pottery with gold..   Her tried and tested high-performance processes have seen even the most under-performing and fractured teams join together and becom...

Strap yourself in as we unravel the truth behind the effectiveness of workplace learning and development programs. I’m eager to share five compelling reasons why these programs might be missing the mark. We'll expose the effects of stagnation anxiety, the craving for personalization, the downfalls of a short-sighted focus, and the critical need for real-world application. Does your organizati...

When will you step down to lift someone up? The reason I ask that is because often in a corporation or when we work in a hierarchy, we are set in our ways in this is my role, and that your role. When I used to work in corporate land, I didn't give a crap about hierarchy. My people that reported to me were very welcome to go and attend meetings on my behalf. However, it went down with a little...

It is my birthday week and I am speaking with Alan Weiss! I read Alan's book Lifestorming which he co authored with Marshall Goldsmith in which they write you leave a legacy daily.  That is why I am going to be speaking with people leaving a legacy in the workplace through this legacy series of the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast. Have you considered the legacy you want to leave daily?  ...

How to Mend a Broken Work Relationship In this podcast, we discuss how to mend a broken work relationship. We cover 8 steps that you can take to repair a damaged relationship, including: Reflect on your own contribution to the conflict. Understand the other person's perspective. Take responsibility for your actions and apologize sincerely if necessary. Rebuild trust by being consistent in you...

Networking Tip: Be Interested, Not Interesting Here is a really good networking tip for you. Be interested, not interesting. Being interested puts that perspective on others. Being interesting puts pressure on yourself to be this cool kid in the party or the networking event, whatever it might be.   So by being interested, that means that you're there. You're curious. You've got the...

How can you be a long term thinker in a short term world?   Want to learn about the important qualities or skills that successful long-term thinkers possess? How can stay true to your plans amidst the constant noise?   About today’s episode:   Today I chat with my Coach, Dorie Clark, who is a well-known author, speaker, and consultant who focuses on career development and entrepreneurship. Her boo...

Celebrating my third anniversary of breaking free from the corporate chains , I, Prina Shah, give you an inside look into my transformative journey from juggling a side hustle to diving headfirst into the exhilarating world of full-time entrepreneurship. I'll reveal how I steadily built my business, introducing diverse services such as coaching, consulting, training, podcasting, speaking and...

Ever met a brilliant jerk at your workplace? That high-performing but incredibly toxic individual who seems to drain the team's morale and increase stress levels? Today we're taking on the unenviable task of addressing these 'brilliant jerks'. We're going to dive deep into how their actions can corrode a healthy work environment and how organizations unwittingly allow such...

When we take steps to grow, whether it be personally or professionally, we will inevitably encounter new challenges.  This statement encourages us to be prepared for these new devils by having support systems in place, such as a coach or network of people to talk with. Send Prina a text to let her know how you'd change the workplace If you are seeking professional advice or would like to chang...

What are some of the biggest challenges facing HR today, and how do you believe reimagining the field could help? How are traditional HR practices are failing modern organizations? How do you see the role of HR evolving in the coming years, and what do you believe will be the most important skills and competencies for HR professionals to possess? About today’s episode: Today I chat with Trina Sund...

Eight people you need in your professional network to unlock your full potential  In today’s market having a strong, dynamic, and diverse network to draw on is pivotal to scaling your professional success. I cannot emphasise enough the importance of social capital, whether you’re a solopreneur, an executive, a professional or a CEO - drawing on divergent relationships that nurture new ways of thin...

You are the product of your experiences! Here are some tips on how to make the most of them…  Take a few moments to audit your experiences over the next three months.  Are they filling your cup or draining it?  How do you make changes to create more fruitful experiences to be your best self? Send Prina a text to let her know how you'd change the workplace If you are seeking professional advice...

What are some common mistakes that workshop facilitators make that lead to boring workshops?   How can workshop facilitators create a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions? What are some creative approaches to workshop design that can help break up the monotony of traditional lecture-style presentations?   About today’s episode:   T...