this is work

Apr 06 2025 218 ep. 38 mins 125
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Join HR consultant Shelley Johnson as she talks with you about all things work!

Formerly my millennial career.
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713 parental leave lessons on identity, self-trust and priorities with Emily Bowen

Apr 06 2025 54 mins  
Em Bowen is back! In this ep, Em shares what it’s really been like to step away from work and into the baby bubble. She and Shell unpack the identity shift that comes with taking parental leave, the vulnerability of pressing pause and feeling disconnected from your workplace, and the surprising moments of clarity that come with time away from the hustle. She touches on:👉🏾 w

712 owning your career, asking for a pay rise & should employees return to the office? with Chad Lawson

Mar 30 2025 60 mins  
Taking charge of your career means knowing how to have honest chats with your boss about your goals. In today's episode Shell chats with Chad Lawson, GM at u&u Recruitment Partners who shares tips for securing the promotion or payrise you want before you start looking elsewhere, why recruiters get a bad rap + has a discussion around the divisive return to office debate.We hate

711 redundancy, pay cuts, leaving a toxic place & the long journey to what you deserve (with Glen James)

Mar 23 2025 41 mins  
What’s your number one reason for living, financially and career-wise? Shell and Glen chat about this and dive into your listener questions, covering:👉🏾 what to do when you hear whispers about redundancy👉🏿 taking a pay cut: when is it worth it and how to prepare👉🏻 how to build your risk muscle for career growth👉 avoiding job search burnout and handling reject

710 growing up in a big family, career confidence & backing yourself

Mar 16 2025 57 mins  
This episode is something a little different! Shell is joined by her three sisters for a raw, unfiltered chat about careers, confidence, and the chaos of growing up in a big family. They talk about backing yourself, overcoming self-doubt, and juggling work and parenting. Expect lots of laughter, a few tears, and maybe even a rogue family band story.We hate email spam so we don’t

709 what makes a high-performing team?

Mar 09 2025 39 mins  
Everyone wants to be on a high-performing team, but what does that actually look like? Shell and Scott Smith break down the three key elements of great teams - high trust, high clarity, and high expectations, and how you can build them in your workplace.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info yo

708 stable job vs higher pay, managing different work styles + stepping into leadership

Mar 02 2025 20 mins  
In today's Q&A Shell shares tackles some big career questions including:👉🏻 should I leave a stable job for a higher salary?👉🏼 how do I manage different work styles when my boss operates completely differently?👉 if I've never managed people, how do I prove that I'm ready for leadership?Connect with Shell on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnso

707 the leadership superpower you’re not using: coaching

Feb 23 2025 31 mins  
Great leaders don’t just give answers, they ask great questions. In this episode, Shell is joined by Scott Smith to unpack why coaching is an underrated but essential leadership skill. They explore how to move from "command and control" to "coach and guide," why silence can be powerful, and how asking the right questions creates breakthrough moments. We hate email spam so we don�

706 managing a toxic boss, getting promoted & feeling stuck at work

Feb 16 2025 23 mins  
Got a tough boss? Struggling to get promoted? Feeling stuck in your job? Shell tackles your work dilemmas, from dealing with inconsistent leaders to finally landing that promotion and reigniting your motivation when work feels stale.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, a

705 how to become irreplacable at work with Phil Thompson

Feb 09 2025 49 mins  
What makes someone irreplaceable at work? Shell is joined by Phil Thompson, CEO of Skye Wealth, to unpack what makes a team member truly hard to replace. They dive into:👉🏾 the traits that set high performers apart👉🏿 balancing ambition with being a great team player👉🏻 why curiosity and self-reflection are career superpowers👉 what it means to ‘have the dog in y

704 how to attract more opportunities at work

Feb 02 2025 30 mins  
Want more doors to open for you at work? Today on the show Shell unpacks 10 habits that can help you attract new opportunities and level up your career. She covers:👉🏾 finding mentors who can guide and support you👉🏿 playing to your strengths and finding roles that align👉🏻 figuring out your unique mix of skills and what sets you apart👉 embracing challenges,