The Workplace Chameleon with Dr. Celina

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This podcast is about the changing organization and our relationship to it -- how we enter, thrive and exit. Each episode is meant to be thoughtful, funny, and applicable. Stories, insight, and "words to say" come from Dr. Celina's experience with over two and a half decades of listening, learning from and leading conversations in hundreds of companies. Each episode will explore a new theme about life arriving in, interacting with and leaving the workplace.

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Episode 82: Read My Mind (Not)

Feb 26 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textAs leaders, we have a responsibility to communicate with our team about why and how priorities are changing. However, it's crucial to strike a balance between sharing too much and not enough information. Dr. Celina provides useful tips for leaders to determine when to share updates and when to wait.

Episode 81: Levers

Feb 19 2024 26 mins  
Send us a textImagine a console with several levers, each having a handle that can be moved to achieve a specific goal. The question is, which lever should you move, and how much should you move it? Tune in to Dr. Celina's discussion on decision-making in situations where priorities need to be shifted. Learn how to move the levers with certainty and determination.

Episode 80: Better Recall

Feb 05 2024 20 mins  
Send us a textHave you had a moment when you know something, but you just can’t seem to pull it out of your memory? In this episode, we’ll look at the connection between change, recall, and focus. How does focus improve our recall? This episode explores these ideas and ways to improve focus and recall during rapid change on the job.

Episode 79: Check Mark

Jan 29 2024 20 mins  
Send us a textDo any of our listeners enjoy making lists? How many of you write something on your list just to cross it off? Tune in to this episode to learn more about why it feels good to check something off your list. Dr. Celina reminds us that what we focus on matters, and that check mark means more than we may think.

Episode 78: Repeat Work

Jan 22 2024 18 mins  
Send us a textWhat frustrates you? Dr. Celina explores the topic of frustration during times of change and how it can lead to a loss of focus. She discusses ways to prevent frustration or recover from it, so it doesn't negatively impact progress. By listening in, you can discover new ways to apply your efforts effectively to the right tasks during times of change and beyond.

Episode 77: Stop Doing

Jan 15 2024 20 mins  
Send us a textIn times of change, certain actions should be avoided. Dr. Celina discusses both individual and team behaviors that can help direct the necessary resources and attention toward the change by refraining from other activities that hinder progress. Please prepare a notepad or keyboard to jot down the list of "not now" items.

Episode 76: Not Equal

Jan 08 2024 23 mins  
Send us a textDuring times of change, it can be challenging to know which areas require your attention the most. To ensure that you and your team are focused on the most important aspects, Dr. Celina has provided a review of key areas and reflection questions that you can use. It is crucial to remember that not all tasks are equally important, and it is essential to prioritize your

Episode 75: Small Wins Bring This

Nov 20 2023 13 mins  
Send us a textSmall wins give us a boost for what comes next. What can you celebrate in the midst of change? Even small improvements can be a win, especially if you are further than where you started. Dr. Celina will give you five key tips for making celebrations count when navigating the sea of change.

Episode 74: Next Steps

Nov 13 2023 15 mins  
Send us a textOften, we describe change in steps and pace - three steps forward, one step back, four steps forward, --- but ideally, not eighteen steps backwards. What is your next best step? Dr. Celina will examine actions you can take to make that next move, no matter how big or small it is.

Episode 73: What Didn't Change

Nov 06 2023 10 mins  
Send us a textNo matter how much change is going on, there is always something that has not changed. When we only focus on what is changing, we often lose sight of what has not changed and that can be the anchor we need to navigate what comes next. Are you stuck and wondering what you could say next time you have to announce or support a change to reassure others? Tune in to find o