Diary of an Executive Coach - Refreshing Leadership, Career Clarity & Life Design with Maya Gudka
Episodes
89. 3 ways to use lateral career moves to boost your career
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast short answers a brilliant question asked in my Masterclass - 'what is your take on lateral moves within organisations, rather ...
88. 5 ways to to turn Menstrual Cycles into a Superpower
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mind absolutely blown in this conversation with Charlotte Friedrich Talk about a shift in perspective, this conversation turns our typical response t...
87. Q&A - How do I get ahead (at work) whilst being mindful of office politics?
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New! Podcast shorts - 10 mins or less episodes targeting specific Career Upgrade topics and questions. 3 shifts you need to make as you think about up...
86. 2023 Goals - my Q1 review
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How are my 2023 goals going? What’s working, what’s not? Is progress as slow as I think? How is my planning process working?What am I proud of, wh...
85. Dealing with daily mess and how to approach digital clutter
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a final bonus episode from my conversations with Caroline Rogers (www.roomtothink.net), we decided to do something different - we trouble shoot a c...
84. The Psychology of Clutter + Decluttering tools that actually work
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline is back and we are delving further into clutter - and practical ways to manage it which, crucially , are aligned with OUR identities , not so...
83. Psychology of Home - with Caroline Rogers
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I am SO excited to bring this episode to you. Caroline Rogers, like me is a published Positive Psychology grad and coach. But she is also… a prof...
82. 3 Lazy Ways to Declutter
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time for a fun and frivolous episode - let’s do some habit pairing to keep going on our decluttering goals - even when we have MUCH bigger life prio...
81. 3 ways to cut the number of meetings in your diary (strategies that actually work for my clients)
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this episode if you want to feel less hectic at work, and do something about your back-to-back meeting schedule. This week we continue our ...
80. 3 Ways to DECLUTTER your work to-do list (strategies that actually work for my clients)
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this 2-part episode set, we are looking at how to de-clutter your work schedule. This starts with decluttering your work to-do list. I’m not in...
79. The List of 100 Dreams
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our final episode of January, we take the goals theme to a fun conclusion - the List of 100 Dreams. Via Laura Vanderkam, originally from Carolina C...
78. 3 Podcast Eps for successful & inevitable goal attainment
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The more we can understand how our goal seeking and motivational systems work, the more easily we can achieve our goals. We continue our Januar...
77. How to successfully Career Transition - with Charlie Hoare
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode explores Charlie Hoare’s career transitions - the why and how. Highlighting the importance of being clear on personal value...
76. Goal Setting Q&A
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are sticking with the Goals theme, which has sparked a fair amount of discussion. So here’s a mailbag dedicated to your goal setting questions, a...
75. 5 Ways to Effortlessly Achieve Your Goals
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know how to work hard, set goals, and achieve them. But how can we do this with more ease? 1) Lean into your Season 2) Radically Prior...
74. My year of Slow Productivity
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Time to get a bit reflective…I look back on my year, and lessons learned about Slow Productivity. I hope it will get you reflecting about your own ...
73. How do you demonstrate Vulnerability as a Leader?
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie is the author of Man Down, a short sharp guide to male mental health Join me and Charlie for a frank conversation on male mental health, bully...
72. Coping strategies - the good, the bad and the ugly
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before we succumb to one of our weaknesses - be it an addictive behaviour or another form of self sabotage, there is a window. We enter this window ...
71. When you need to Interrupt - 3 steps to Effective Interrupting
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
3 Step Guide to Successful Interruptions. Whether we acknowledge it or not, time is one of the scarcest resources inside organisations. Therefore anyt...
70. Seven Types of Rest - figure out which one you need!
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s your default strategy when you’re feeling a bit burned out? Book a sunny trip or getaway? Nothing wrong with that. But there are other (may...
69. Overwhelmed by a huge goal? Try these 3 key mindset shifts
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning through play is a fun and safe way of expanding our thinking. And the research shows that it sticks - because it’s memorable. ...
68. Career Transition Q&A
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a mailbag episode - timestamps below for specific questions and comments! Enjoy and keep sending great questions.. (01:38) Q1: When is i...
67. How Colour can affect your Confidence and Career
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence, impact & influence and identity (personal and professional) are a core part of my executive coaching conversations. Today we ex...
66. Career Transition - a formula
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Just follow your passion and everything will work itself out…” This popular narrative (especially amongst certain life coach tribes) is quite m...
65. 5 key concepts to help regulate your Nervous System
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether we are naturally calm or naturally more sensitive to life's events, the amount that today's world throws at us is enough to test anyone's nerv...
64. Planning & Goals 101 - stress-tested concepts to make success inevitable
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My biggest time-saving, martial-harmony-inducing, family-chaos-reducing, fun-creating tool? Planing! Planning is often misunderstood. Its not about se...
63. Tranquillity by Tuesday with Laura Vanderkam.
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by writer, author, speaker and podcaster, Laura Vanderkam. Laura is the author of several time management books, including...
62. 5 ways Laura Vanderkam changed the way I think
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At some point in my parenthood journey I looked up and realised I think differently about how work, family and fun can fit together - in a good way. A...
61. Trauma at Work with Kate Brassington
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Brassington, Coaching Psychologist and Trauma-Informed Coach for the first of a few episodes this season. How mig...
60. What is Slow Productivity and how has it changed my life?
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My clients often feel a tension between wanting to take time to smell the roses, and wanting to achieve ambitious goals. Enter slow productivity, a co...
59. How to create the life of your dreams (and is it really possible?)
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really design your own life? We're often told that we can but this messaging needs to be treated with care. We need an awareness of the system...
58. 4 Key Mistakes high achievers make when trying to get promoted
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Golden Hour. In this introductory episode to Season 6 I recap over the 4 pillars that surround the most common issues my high-perf...
57. The GROW Model
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing precisely what goal you want to achieve is often the key to unlocking clarity and even if it takes a long time to pick the lock, it's usually ...
56. How do I get better at Storytelling (when I'm not a natural storyteller)
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
55. How do I get my paperwork organised fast? (a solid process)
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is your home overflowing with paper? Paper spilling out of every nook and cranny? Ok... it's likely the problem isn't this bad, but do take a look aro...
54. Get organised in September - easy ways to work with this Golden Window!
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to get organised, reset and realign yourself with your goals? In this episode of the Golden Hour, we're going to look at some of th...
53. Key Lessons from my August Reset
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to September, and to Season 5 of The Golden Hour. Ready to slay September ? September has a particular energy about it and we want to capitali...
52. End of Summer - simple goal setting and planning for a great Autumn!
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
At the end of this 5 part series, as August comes to a close, I hope that the past few weeks have been a good reset for you. It's now time to join the...
52. How to design your ideal work week
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
By now, if you’ve been listening weekly, you’ll have thought of some fun, manageable summer projects, focused on having a deeper switch off and us...
51. How to use the power of Metaphor when building your Vision
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you describe your work life? Busy or perhaps, overwhelmed? The problem with the way we describe situations is that this is often how we also fr...
50. How to Switch Off (why, and how in simple steps)
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
49. How to plan a Summer Reset
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Golden Hour podcast is back with a brand new season! 🌅 August is upon us, and many of my clients are ready for, or limping towards, their Augus...
48. How to optimise Hybrid Work (for your career, company and wellbeing)
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of the Golden Hour listeners will now be returning to the world of hybrid work. And there's much discussion and debate about which approach is op...
47. Why we need more self-regulation for mental health (not self-control)
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus episode, Maya is interviewed by Austra Putnina. Many of us think that if we just had a little bit more self-control or willpower, we cou...
46. How can I change the way I think and feel (using Positive Psychology)
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is another of our most popular episodes from the Your Plate archive on: Mindset. An expert in positive psychology, Maya's explores how to cha...
45. 3 Simple Steps to Mindful Eating (and why it really is the key)
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is from the archive of Your Plate episodes with Maya and Aarti. The fourth in a 4-part mini-series on meditation, they look at how you c...
44. Real meditation strategies that work for busy high achievers
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the last few episodes, we looked at our personal experience with meditation and the importance of mindfulness for digital wellbeing. This episode i...
43. How Meditation helped me through Trauma
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the last few episodes, we highlighted the importance of mindfulness for digital wellbeing. We probably all know we need to meditate - but are we ac...
42. Why should I meditate? - The research, crystallised
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the last two episodes, we touched on the importance of mindfulness for digital wellbeing. We probably all know we need to meditate - but are we act...
41. How to use social media well - the Research - with Maya Gudka
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Positive Impact of Social Media with Maya Gudka Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya h...
40. Social Media, Mental Health + my chat with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Social Media and Mental Health with Maya Gudka Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya has...
39. How do I tap into my intuition through Nature & Outdoor Intelligence?
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach,...
38. A key to mental wellbeing - Self-Acceptance
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach,...
37. How do I use Social Media in a way that is good for my wellbeing?
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, ...
36. The 5am Club
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya ...
35. Coffee Rituals & Habit Deepening
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya ...
34. Best Selling Author Nir Eyal: on Distraction, Time boxing & The Social Dilemma
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya ...
34. How Planning can Change your Life
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Maya ...
33. How to figure out what you want and set goals
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast. The Golden Hour Podcast is hosted by Maya Gudka. Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experie...
32. What is a Golden Hour (in the context of our careers, leadership and life?)
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Golden Hour Podcast, with Maya Gudka Maya is an Executive Coach & Researcher; with a decade of experience as an Executive Coach, Ma...
31. The pros and cons of Intuitive Eating
04 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This latest podcast episode on intuitive eating was recorded about a month ago before the pandemic was in full force and ironically, the principles of...
29. How to do a Q1 Review (even when a global pandemic has begun!)
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is facing different challenges at the moment. But we can still take a moment to reflect back on the last three months before looking ahead. F...
28. How to Homeschool, do Deep Work, and stay sane (Pandemic edition!)
28 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With constraints can come creativity... If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to cr...
27. What is Nutrigenetics?
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is Nutrigenetics the future of Personalised Nutrition? Some scientists believe that genetic science is the holy grail of preventative medicine allowin...
26. How to stay on track with your annual goals
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s March, we are a good couple of months into 2020. How is your energy, and do you remember your January goals or intentions? This is your opportu...
25. How to make the most of digital relationships
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you make the most of your digital relationships? Or are you haphazard or intentional about the way you interact online? Today, digital relationsh...
24. What is MOAI? Tips on friendships as we age!
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You might have 500 plus Facebook friends but do you know who your MOAI are? In this episode we delve into the importance of friendship connections and...
23. How to embrace the Power of Touch
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This Valentine’s Day we bring you simple ideas of how to connect with your loved ones - focused around touch. So hopefully you can touch your screen...
22. Our January Review!
08 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Goals - not just for January! In this quick round-up, we run through some incremental improvements we’ve made, from ginger tea to fitness progress; ...
21. Top Decluttering tips for Kitchen, Wardrobe and Digital Space
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Having spent time discussing pragmatic approaches as well as the psychology of decluttering in Part 1, part two zooms in on specific areas: - Kitchen:...
20. Basic Decluttering Hacks
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing our January "things" theme with a two-part focus on DECLUTTERING! We rate our decluttering status on a scale of Zero to Marie Kon...
18. How to stick to Veganuary!
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you embraced Veganuary? Or are you attempting to increase your plant-based intake? Are you missing cheese and the textures of meat protein? Tempt...
17. Veganuary Tips (Part 1)
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Veganuary is upon us. Are you giving it a go or maybe trying a flexitarian approach in the New Year? Are you worried about animal farming and its envi...
16. What is the best way to set goals?
04 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We don't need to tell you that we are staring down the barrel of a new decade! And with this new year comes a new energy. What is the best way to ...
15. Review of our Year! (2019)
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
So it's that time of year again and we are getting various resolution and goal setting questions from clients. We know it's that time of year ...
14. 3 easy ways to use ginger, garlic and turmeric in your cooking
19 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Maya and Aarti continue their conversation from episode 6 discussing garlic, ginger and turmeric and how they use these wonderful winter remedies in t...
13. Our top 3 NATURAL Winter Remedies (and the science behind why)
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how you can use winter warming spices such as garlic, ginger and turmeric to boost your immunity and ward off winter ills. Maya shares her lo...
12. Our top 3 Mindful Eating Tips
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We demystify the concept of Mindful Eating and what it actually is. And more importantly how you can integrate some mindful eating in your daily lif...
11. Practical meditation tips for the busy working parent
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Maya and Aarti delve into their personal meditation journey over the past 20 years. They explore which styles and forms of meditation have been most u...
10. How Meditation helped me through Trauma
24 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Having discussed some of the science around meditation, we open up on how meditation has helped us personally through tough times, and the practicalit...
9. Why should I bother meditating?
17 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Meditation - its everywhere, and yet our clients still struggle to actually do it. So in this four-part mini series, we bring our lens to the conversa...
8. How to sleep well when you're kids aren't sleeping!
23 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much in this episode that you might want to listen in 3 segments: - Current research on sleep, a critical look at some of the gloom and do...
7. How to Meal Prep when you have no time
11 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Meal prep can save time and money but the question is how to find the time to actually do it when you have a never ending to do list. Find small windo...
6. Should I take supplements + which supplements should I take?
18 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Maya and Aarti discuss the importance and safety of key supplements - Vitamin D, iron, B12 and probiotics. Why some supplements are important even w...
5. How to shift to a healthier Mindset
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Maya and Aarti talk about the mind and body connection with a focus on mindset. An expert in positive psychology Maya's explores the importance of...
4. Master Your Gut Health
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The basics of gut health explained! If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create...
3. How to do Fun Food prep with kids
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How to do Food prep with kids If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extra 5+ hours a week to create an en...
2. What is Positive Psychology?
25 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With an MSc in Pos Psych - Maya breaks down the basic science. If you’re a high achiever who wants BOTH Career Success & Confidence AND an extr...
1. Intro - When you have a lot on Your Plate
17 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are two working parents with young kids, and we know what it means to have a lot on your plate! We are passionate about bringing together our exper...