Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance

163: Breaking Barriers: Strategies for Women's Empowerment in Self-Promotion with Nicola McGuinness

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you hesitant to showcase your accomplishments? Join the conversation as we delve into the intricate world of self-promotion, with a particular fo...

162: Creating a Great Place to Work with Fania Stoney

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s Happier at Work podcast episode, Aoife O'Brien chats with Fania Stoney, Business Development Strategist with Great Place to Work. The...

161: Take Control of Your Journey with Simon Alexander Ong

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to seize control of your path to success? In this empowering podcast episode, Simon Alexander Ong shares valuable insights on the import...

160: Entrepreneurship: Exploring Freedom, Challenges, and Success with Aoife O'Brien

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can entrepreneurship truly lead to freedom, success, and overcoming challenges? In this podcast episode, Aoife addresses the topic of entrepreneurshi...

159: Building a Culture of Compassionate Accountability with Nate Regier

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can organizations foster a culture of compassionate accountability? In a captivating conversation with Nate Regier, the CEO and founding owner of ...

158: Building an Effective Communication Strategy with Internal Communications Expert Joanna Parsons

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can organizations effectively communicate their strategies to ensure that employees not only receive the information but also understand it, take ...

157: Work-Time Reduction - Streamlining Productivity for Better Work-Life Balance with Joe O’Connor

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you looking to reduce the amount of time you spend at work while maintaining productivity? In this episode, Aoife discusses work-time reduction st...

156: From overworked and stressed to happy and blessed with Aoife O'Brien

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever experienced the mismatch between what senior leaders think about employee well-being and what employees actually feel? On this latest so...

155: Mastering the art of performance management with Anna Rasmussen

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As managers, it's our job to create an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, motivation, and development among our team. But with the ever-ch...

154: Well-being at Work: Finding Joy in the every day with Ally Fekaiki

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are businesses investing enough in their people? Happiness and well-being at work aren't a one-size-fits-all approach. It requires a systemic approach...

153: Breaking Busy and Tackling Toxic Work Cultures with Siobhan Kelly

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is workplace toxicity holding you back? If so, prepare to learn how to thrive in the workplace by recognising and avoiding toxic work environments. Jo...

152: Navigating the Ups and Downs of Employee Well-being with Aoife O'Brien

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To mark the approach of National Well-Being Day (April 28), this solo episode dives into the world of workplace well-being. With a focus on collaborat...

151: Transformational leadership: the secret to leading and achieving with Aoife Donovan Lee

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how leaders clear the path to success? Joining the podcast this week is special guest Aoife Donovan Lee, a leadership and devel...

150: Navigating the new business landscape with Bhushan Sethi

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate episode 150 of Happier at Work, friend and previous podcast guest Bhushan Sethi is here to catch up and share insightful commentary on th...

149: Discovering Your Motive Mindset with Kelly Mackin

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you longing to find satisfaction in your work? Should feeling connected, engaged & fulfilled at work be such a struggle? Joining Aoife this we...

148: The pursuit of success with Aoife O'Brien

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our fast-paced world, success is often defined by external factors such as job titles, salaries, and material possessions. In this week's solo epis...

147: From Burnout to Bliss: Building a culture of well-being with Lesley Cooper

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and stressed out at work? We know how tough that can be, and this week's guest Lesley Cooper is here to help you ...

146: The secret to working smarter, not harder with Sanja Licina

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like work is overwhelming, and you're unsure what to do next? Fear not, as Sanja Lacina, Organisational psychologist, and President o...

145: Emotional salary: seeing beyond the paycheck with Marisa Elizundia

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Since the arrival of the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic, there is no doubt that the way we work is swiftly changing. Is money the key to unlocking ha...

144: Honouring women making waves with Aoife O'Brien

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With International Women's Day fast approaching, today's episode honours and celebrates women at work and empowering women in the workplace. In this s...

143: The insider-outsider strategy to success with Andrew Bartlow

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling uninspired or disconnected in your role? HR leadership coach Andrew Bartlow is here to share his wealth of knowledge gained over the p...

142: Shifting from a people-first to people-centric culture with Gustavo Razzetti

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you confident that your organisation follows a people-centric approach to its culture? If the answer is no, you must stop giving employees what th...

141: Take radical responsibility of your career with Carla Miller

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you sick of feeling underestimated at work and struggling to get your voice heard? Well, let that be a bane of the past, as you deserve to be hear...

140: The red flags of workplace toxicity with Aoife O'Brien

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you recently checked in on your goals and intentions? Is 2023 the year you make a career move or leap to escape workplace toxicity? If so, this e...

139: The broken pieces of the workplace with Niamh Hannan

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are many broken pieces within the working world, and this week’s episode delves into tackling systemic bias in the workplace and empowering th...

138: Stop being overlooked at work with Paula Sheridan

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you fed up with being overlooked at work? Do you feel your work is underappreciated? If so, this episode is a must-listen for you! Joining Aoife t...

137: The journey to diversity, inclusion and belonging with Siobhan Sweeney

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does 2023 look like for your organisation? Will the organisational culture flourish, or will it need a significant transformative shake-up? To ri...

136: Excel in your zone of genius with Ian Hatton

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you wish to become a more conscious leader but don't know where to begin? Joining Aoife this week is conscious leadership expert, international key...

135: Creating a podcast: the journey to 60,000 listeners with Aoife O’Brien

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Aoife recently delved into the drive and reason behind starting her own business venture. This week’s solo episode unpacks Aoife’s why behind crea...

134: The slippery slope of achievement With Ashlie Collins

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with bringing your whole self to work? Does the baggage of past experiences weigh you down? This week, Aoife is joined by Ashlie Colli...

133: Could I have managed my career better? With Aoife O’Brien

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you found your professional purpose? In this week’s solo episode, Aoife discusses her why and opens up about past work experiences where she ca...

132: How you can lead and build a thriving organisation with Lisa Marie Platske

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the secret to building and leading a thriving organisation!? If so, this episode is a must-listen for you! Joining Aoife this week is the...

131: How much Imposter Syndrome costs you With Aoife O’Brien

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like a fraud or imposter at work? Have you pushed yourself to the point of burnout at work to prove your abilities? In this week’...

130: The pursuit of togetherness at work with Bruce Daisley

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Since the arrival of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, our ways of working have significantly shifted, and our sense of social connection has taken...

129: Is ‘Quiet Quitting’ just a new name for an old problem? With Aoife O’Brien

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is no doubt that the future of work is shifting. Have you noticed the viral term ‘quiet quitting’ making waves lately, especially on the soc...

128: Boost productivity by removing timewasters with Jennifer Smith

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When clocking off work for the day, have you ever wondered where did that time go!? A McKinsey report recently found that ‘’employees spend 1.8 ho...

127: Career flexibility and working abroad with Aoife O’Brien

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Currently, on an exploration tour of Ireland, Aoife is coming to you live from Co. Sligo. However, in this week’s solo episode, Aoife is turning the...

126: Supercharge your recruitment process with Josh Secrest

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that recruiting teams and hiring managers spend 80% of their time on manual tasks!? Joining Aoife on the podcast this week is special gue...

125: Toxicity: The culprit of the great resignation with Aoife O’Brien

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is no doubt that workplace toxicity is a crucial component to the matter of unhappiness at work. Toxicity is indeed the culprit driving the grea...

124: The magic of storytelling in business with Jerome Deroy

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that there is a magical relationship between listening and telling!? One that can enhance not only your personal life but your profession...

123: The future of work: the remote and hybrid road with Aoife O’Brien

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! In this week’s solo episode, Aoife turns her attention to the hot topic and rising business trends of remote and hy...

122: Cultivating a mindset for success with Brennan Jacoby

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“To do philosophy is to explore one’s own temperament and yet at the same time to discover the truth.” – Iris Murdoch.Joining Aoife on the pod...

121: Getting your voice heard at work with Aoife O’Brien

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’In a research study that I conducted recently, 90% of people who took the survey were experiencing impostor syndrome or had experienced it in th...

120: The journey to self-mastery and success with Sharath Jeevan

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’I think the role of the leader now is to create that environment where everyone can feel deeply connected and motivated, where they feel that th...

119: Employee recognition: the key to a happy workplace with Aoife O’Brien

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’When people are appreciated by the boss, they will appreciate the boss more as well.’’ – Aoife O’Brien. Welcome back to Happier at Work....

118: How to create a culture of belonging in the workplace with Yogesh Soni

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’I no longer care about my own individual success because I’ve realised that the only way I grow and feel satisfaction is if I grow with other ...

117: How to avoid burnout by working smarter with Aoife O'Brien

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's solo episode focuses on workload and burnout to continue with Aoife's exploration of the widespread issue of unhappiness at work. Did you ...

116: Boost your business with data analytics with Kevin Campbell

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’Doing good by people is also good business.’’ – Kevin Campbell.Are you looking to create a positive space for employees but don’t know w...

115: Leaping into leadership with Aoife O’Brien

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this week’s solo episode of Happier at Work. This week in the midst of a rare thunderstorm in Dublin, Aoife answers a listener’s burnin...

114: Transforming organisations with data with Natalie Cramp

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s podcast, Aoife focuses on a topic very close to her heart - data and the impact of a data-driven workplace culture. Joining Aoife to ...

113: How to handle a bad boss with Aoife O’Brien

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Happier at Work’s brand-new solo series, where Aoife will be shaking things up a little as she focuses on the widespread issue of unhappi...

112: Ignite your confidence and create a career you love with Kelli Thompson

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Doubt keeps us humble and curious. If you didn’t experience this healthy and normal emotion of doubt, it means that you wouldn’t care about you...

111: Talent management: is everyone good at something? with Aoife O’Brien

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Aoife is serving up a challenging and thought-provoking solo episode focused on talent management, inspired by a college lecture-discussion...

110: The animal within: awakening our natural leadership with Beth Anstandig

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know there is a parallel link between human psychology and animal behaviour? Here to break it down for us is this week's special guest Beth An...

109: The impact of toxic productivity with Aoife O’Brien

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s solo episode focuses on the rising concept of toxic productivity and the busyness badge of honour. We can all strive to be productive, b...

108: Belonging: The secret weapon of business with Stephanie Brady

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’We're fighting in this war of talent. Google are coming in and knocking on the door of our people, Microsoft and Amazon too. We're losing our pe...

107: Why investment in leadership development is vital with Aoife O’Brien

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’People will leave managers rather than leaving organisations because the managers are the touchpoint for individuals within the organisation, es...

106: The time to scale and shine is now with Katrin Sturm

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘I always say if you don't have a plan yourself, you will become part of somebody else's.’’ – Katrin Sturm. Welcome back to Happier at Work. T...

105: Maintaining employee satisfaction during the great reshuffle with Aoife O’Brien

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! To celebrate the recent milestone of reaching 100 episodes, Aoife has put together a selection of unique episodes. Fo...

104: The Manager's Dilemma with Irial O'Farrell

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I've actually never come across an organisation that doesn't value and doesn't require the skill of problem-solving." – Irial O'Farrell. Returning ...

103: Why it's time to prioritise well-being at work with Aoife O'Brien

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Corporate culture matters. How management chooses to treat its people impacts everything for better or for worse." – Simon Sinek. Welcome back to H...

102: Re-entering the working world with Sarah Courtney

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’You can never please everybody, but you can listen to everybody. And you can say, I hear you, and this is what we can do.’’ – Sarah Courtn...

101: The squiggly road to Happier at Work with Aoife O'Brien & Cathal Quinlan

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode comes with a twist as the podcast interviewer becomes the interviewee to celebrate the milestone of reaching 100 episodes. Steppin...

100: What Makes You Happier at Work with Aoife O'Brien

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 100th episode of Happier at Work! This week's episode is a highlight special dedicated to the array of wonderful past guests who have f...

99: The journey to establishing happiness at work with Aoife O’Brien

02 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“We spend so much of our time at work, when we’re not happy at work, that filters into other aspects of our lives.” – Aoife O’Brien. Welcome...

98: People are the heart of the business with Niamh O’Brien

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“It’s very easy to say we’re offering flexible working but actually what are you changing within how you run your business, how you engage with ...

97: Finding your purpose at work with Aoife O'Brien

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Employees are looking to work in organisations that have a clearly defined purpose, and whose purpose really aligns with what it is that they want to...

96: People - the most important business asset with Gillian French

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“I think energy is such an important thing. When you walk in as a leader, if you’re coming into the workplace, keeping an eye on your energy, and ...

95: Fair pay – addressing pay scales and fairness at work with Aoife O'Brien

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I'm not driven by money, but I'm driven by fairness, and if I feel that something is not fair, or that I don't understand why it's happening, then I ...

94: Selfless leadership: unlocking your true self with Katrijn van Oudheusden

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! Buckle yourself in for a mind-blowing listen as joining Aoife this week for a very unique discussion is special guest...

93: Travelling and working remotely with Aoife O’Brien

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bienvenido de nuevo a Happier at Work - Welcome back to Happier at Work! Aoife dedicates this week’s solo episode to her experience of kickstartin...

92: Unlocking fulfilment at work with Bev Attfield

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"As an organisation, you've got to make a decision, that your tone, your character, your commitment, comes out in all sorts of different ways, not jus...

91: The secret to creating routines to reach your goals with Aoife O’Brien [Part Two]

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.’’ – Jo...

90: Our right to unplug and disconnect with Chris Flack

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Aoife's Master acquaintance Chris Flack joins us on the podcast. Born in the UK and currently based in Dublin, Chris carries over fifteen years of exp...

89: The secret to creating routines to reach your goals with Aoife O’Brien [Part One]

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

‘’What you do every day matters more than what you do once in a while.’’ – Gretchen Rubin. Have you ever set goals that quickly went out t...

88: Why disability inclusion in the workplace is important with Seònaid Ó Murchadha

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"People say their ideal leader wouldn't have any vulnerabilities, but actually in reality, and the research shows that when a leader is vulnerable, ev...

87: Prioritising health and well-being in 2022 with Aoife O’Brien

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

extended break, this week’s episode is a short solo session where Aoife looks back and reflects on 2021. Aoife shares her personal experience mana...

86: The benefits of embracing change in the workplace with Bonnie Hagemann

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"I've coached over 200 CEOs and C-suite leaders, and one of the first things I would always say is don't ever give yourself the luxury of a bad day li...

85: Why delivering effective and constructive feedback at work is so vital with Aoife O’Brien

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever delivered or received feedback in the workplace? For many of us, the thought of having these difficult conversations can instantly fill ...

84: Creating a happier working environment with Stefan Tonnon

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! This week’s episode features a podcast debut appearance from an HR business leader who specialises in implementing ...

83: The Future of remote and hybrid work with Aoife O’Brien

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’If you're asking employees, what it is that they want, it's really, really important that you need to listen to what they actually say.’’ –...

82: Creating a better workday with Niamh Brady

12 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’We are not machines; we actually need to re-energize ourselves. And if we invest in doing that, it comes back into work in a better way. Then yo...

81: Setting boundaries at work with Aoife O’Brien

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’The only people who get upset when you start setting boundaries are the ones who benefited from you not having them.’’ Welcome back to Happ...

80: Why Your Wellbeing and Mental Health Matter with Nicole Mixdorf

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’Your work is important, it is, but you are more important than your work!’’ – Nicole Mixdorf. Welcome back to Happier at Work! Joining Ao...

79: Unlocking True Happiness at work with Aoife O'Brien

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back! Did you know that the Happier at Work podcast is now two years in the running!? To mark this second solo episode, host Aoife O’Brien w...

78: Maintaining physical wellness while working from home with Annette Cashell

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We are switching things up a little in this latest Happier at Work episode! Instead of focusing on workplace psychological impacts, this week, we will...

77: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and igniting empowerment With Aoife O'Brien

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! Long-time listeners of the podcast will know that with each new episode, I interview business experts to discuss vari...

76: Bringing Authenticity to work with Simon Stapleton

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! After a lovely break, I am delighted to kickstart this brand-new series with Truthsayers CEO & Co-founder Simon Stapl...

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27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Announcement: The Happier at Work podcast will return on Friday 1st October 2021. I have some great guests lined up between now and the end of the yea...

75: Let go of fear & craft your career with Tiana Madera

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Happier at Work! Do you feel there is something missing from your work life? Have you ever let fear get in your way!? If so, you will ...

74: The Values of Business with Irial O’Farrell

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’The first time I came across the concept of values was as part of my executive coaching course, and it was one of those massive a-ha revelations...

73: Building workplace trust with Brenda Neckvatal

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"If you haven't started focusing in as a leader on building trust, well, there's an old Chinese adage, right? The best time to plant a tree was 20 yea...

72: Dealing with work burnout with Lindsay Recknell

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what the difference is between stress and burnout!? In this latest Happier at Work episode, Aoife chats to expert in hope Lindsay Reck...

71: Why Igniting Employee Experience Matters with Karen Weeks

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’As long as you’re still producing the work and collaborating like you need to and hitting those key results, we can offer that flexibility.’...

70: The Future of Hybrid-Remote Working with Jennifer Dowling

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jennifer Dowling is a Chartered Work and Organisational Psychologist and Director of Train Remote. She specialises in remote, flexible and hybrid work...

69: Psychological Safety and Effective Team Dynamics with Duena Blomstrom

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Duena is the author of “Emotional Banking” and “People Before Tech: The Importance of Psychological Safety and Teamwork in the Digital Age”. S...

68: Embracing the gentle art of Humble Inquiry with Edgar and Peter Schein

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listeners interested in psychology, sociology and leadership are in for a real treat with this special extended Happier at Work episode with father-so...

67: Overcoming trauma at work with Katharine Manning

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

‘’In times of trauma, we look to our leaders to support us.’’ – Katharine Manning. Katharine Manning has over 25 years of experience traini...

66: Workplace Psychological Safety with Susan Ní Chríodáin

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Ní Chríodáin founded Beyond the Numbers to work with teams and individuals in organisations who recognise that putting people first generates...

65: Embracing Flexibility to enhance Work + Life Fit with Cali Yost.

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For more than two decades, Cali Williams Yost has been a leading authority on high-performance work flexibility. A visionary workplace futurist, strat...