this is work

616 stay or go, dealing with bullying, finding a mentor + more

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A, Shell and special guest Téa Angelos answer your questions!👉🏾 how do I suggest to my manager that a new role is the solution...

615 career crisis or cross road? 5 ways to move forward (with Glen James)

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling a bit stuck or lost in your career? Today's episode is for you! Shell and special guest Glen James from this is money talk about when ...

614 landing a promotion, career goals, confidence, burnout + more

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A Shell answers:👉🏾 how can I successfully land a promotion why my subject matter knowledge is limited?👉🏿 how can I find a...

613 we should be working backwards (with Tim Duggan)

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps we're doing work wrong. Perhaps we need to work backwards. In today's episode, best-selling author and new media entrepreneur Tim Duggan joins...

612 my team has trust issues, send help!

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to build more trust in your team, this episode is for you. Shell and Shane Hatton chat about the trust breakers to avoid and the trust bui...

611 how to communicate with influence with Shane Hatton

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to be the type of person at work who can communicate a message that counts in moments that matter? That's the tagline to Shane Hatton's bo...

610 my workplace is toxic, what should I do?

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about toxic work environments and what you can do if you've found yourself working in one. In this episode, organisational psychologist Emi...

609 how to avoid burnout + build healthy work practices

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Burnout is real and it seems to be everywhere right now. In this episode Shell chats with Emily Douglass, organisational psychologist, about the signs...

IWD: confidence, juggling motherhood & work + main character energy

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This International Women's Day, Shell and special guests Gabbie Watt, Laura Higgins, Erika Cramer and Téa Angelos each share one thing every woman ne...

608 leadership uncut: Shell and Shane's wins, fails and lessons

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Management can be a hard gig! In today’s episode Shell and Shane Hatton share their leadership fails, learnings, tips and wins.We hate email spam so...

607 internal job interviews, leadership tips, quitting your job, changing career + more

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A Shell answers your questions about:👉🏾 the signs it's time to leave your workplace👉🏿 how to work out what to do when wan...

606 find your purpose and careers in climate with Anshuman Bapna

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Shell chats with serial entrepreneur Anshuman Bapna whose fascinating career journey has included starting multiple businesses and ...

605 how to stop people pleasing in leadership

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let's chat about one of the biggest killers for your career - people pleasing. Joining us on today's episode is Grace Murray, Vice President of Strate...

604 the #1 skill you need at work (and it's not what you think!)

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Same show, new name - welcome to the first episode of this is work! Wanna know the #1 skill you need in 2024? Take a listen to find out.Resources ment...

603 happiness, work and money with Kate Campbell

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Setting career goals to earn more money or climb the career ladder are all well and good, but just how much do these goals contribute to our overall h...

2024 ins + outs, goal setting, signs it's time to quit + more with the Funny Business boys

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's bonus episode Shell and the Funny Business boys Robbie and Lach talk about their ins and outs for 2024 and answer your career questions:👉...

602 working with a micromanager, moving overseas for work, rebuilding trust + more

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A episode Shell and Shane Hatton answer questions about:👉🏻 micromanaging👉 rebuilding trust when it’s been broken👉🏼 m...

601 take your career to the next level + make more money

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Take your career and income to the next level in 2024 with these 6 tips!👉🏾 define what the next level looks like to you👉🏿 communicate your...

top episode: 8 ways to stand out in your career

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to attract cool career opportunities? Here's how to level up!Learn more about the CliftonStrengths assessmentListen: Simon Sinek's podcast, A Bit...

top episode: what I learned from pursuing my career dreams with Sim from Girls That Invest

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy new year! Today we're bringing back one your most loved episodes of last year. From optometrist to the founder of a globally recognised media co...

celebrating all of your career wins

24 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is celebration of your career wins and a little encouragement for anyone stuck in a rut. Let 2024 be your year to take action on the t...

14 career lessons from 2023

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shell recaps 14 lessons she's learned over the course of the year from podcast guests and in her business:👉 don’t wait until you’re ready👉🏼...

red flags in your job, earning respect as a young manager, defining your values + more

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shell and friend of the show Shane Hatton are back with another Q&A, talking about:👉🏾 being a young leader👉🏿 how to respond when your ...

burnout, negative self-talk, getting unstuck + more

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The crowd favourite, Shane Hatton, is back! He joins Shell to answer your burning questions, touching on:👉🏻what are the signs of burnout and how...

the art of receiving & giving feedback at work part 2

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Now for part 2 in the feedback series - how to give feedback. Shell shares how to prepare yourself and the other person in question for the incoming f...

the art of receiving & giving feedback at work part 1

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ugh, feedback. Receiving it or having to give it can suck. But it's a skill that you can develop in your workplace, so Shell shares how that can be do...

how to adapt to big & small changes throughout your career with Dr Kate Byrne

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Change can feel exhausting! Whether it's getting a new manager or system, taking on a new project or changing jobs, today's guest Dr Kate Byrne the Fo...

high performance habits with Jess Spendlove part 2

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're continuing our chat with performance dietitian, coach and speaker Jess Spendlove who shares what she personally does to optim...

high performance habits with Jess Spendlove part 1

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to be at the top of your game in your life and career? Performance dietitian, coach and speaker Jessica Spendlove joins Shell on the show to shar...

how to stand out as a job applicant & show up on LinkedIn without the cringe with Mitch King

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Trying to land your next gig? Today's guest Mitch King has worked in recruitment for well over a decade and he shares a ton of do's, dont's, tips and ...

disagreeing with your new boss, transitioning out of trade, bouncing back from rejection + more

15 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A, Shell tackles these listener questions!👉🏽 how do I navigate working with a new boss, especially if I don't agree with their ...

knowing your strengths, career changes & taking risks with Sarah Kelsey

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's chat Shell and Sarah Kelsey from the OneUp Project talk all things leadership, discovering your strengths, taking risks and making career m...

how to become a better public speaker and presenter with Theo Kapodistrias

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Shell is joined by public speaking coach and lawyer, Theo Kapodistrias who shares a ton of ways to grow your confidence and become ...

will AI take your job, the key skills your manager wants, how to get promoted + more

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Q&A, guest cohost Steph Clarke from 28 Thursdays joins Shell on the show to help tackle your career questions and talk about:👉🏾 p...

rethinking how we work with Tim Duggan

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The way that a lot of us are working is broken and it's time to rethink how we do it. Author, adviser and optimist Tim Duggan shares 3 big problems th...

4 ways to give yourself a pay rise

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it might not always be possible to get a pay rise at work, so on today's show Glen James from my millennial money shares 4 ways to give your...

8 signs you should quit your job

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode Shell unpacks the signs that you should leave your job (or stay!). Shell breaks down these 8 questions:👉🏾 are you settling?👉...

communicating boundaries at work, when to change careers, boosting your confidence + more

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Shell and special return guest Claire Seeber answer your questions around:👉🏾 improving confidence and dealing with imposter s...

what they don't tell you about leadership with Shane Hatton

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

These are the things they DON'T tell you about leadership! In this episode Shell and friend of the show Shane Hatton chat raw and real about the unexp...

strategies for building wellbeing at work with Phil Wolffe

13 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode workplace wellbeing specialist Phil Wolffe at Kinex Health joins us with some practical ways to manage our wellness at work. Shell ...

advancing in your career with Claire Seeber

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're chatting all about taking your career to the next step and how to become an impact player in the workplace with career and leadership coac...

leading teams and preparing for the future of work with Dom Price

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're talking leadership, building strong cohesive teams and the future of work with work futurist Dom Price from Atlassian who we ...

99ish employee problems and how to avoid them

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the top frustrations that managers have with their employees? Buckle up, let's talk about them!📕 Give and Take by Adam GrantWe hate em...

unsolicited career advice part 2: burnout, career changes, mentors + more

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of unsolicited career advice, Shell and Funny Business hosts Lach Bradford and Robbie Hicks chat about your questions on:👉🏾 burnout + ...

unsolicited career advice with Lachlan Bradford and Robbie Hicks part 1

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The boys from the Funny Business podcast are back and they're giving the unsolicited career advice you didn't know you needed. Lach Bradford and Robbi...

side hustles and starting a biz with Emma Edwards

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Keen to enter the world of self employment? Emma Edwards is no stranger to side hustles and running her own business, having freelanced for years prio...

stepping into leadership part 2: building trust, managing underperformance + more

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Shell and Shane Hatton answer your questions around leadership, including:👉🏾 how to build or rebuild trust with your team👉...

stepping into leadership part 1: how to thrive in your new role with Shane Hatton

18 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a new leader? Stepping into a leadership position comes with its own unique set of challenges and responsibilities so we're here to help you n...

gender equality in the workplace + closing the pay gap with Lucy Bradlow from WGEA

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The gender pay gap is still a huge issue in Australia and while some progress has been made, there's still a long way to go to closing it. For today's...

how to get a promotion, dealing with imposter syndrome, managing peers + more with Téa Angelos

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We've called on special guest Téa Angelos to help answer your career questions today and you're in for treat because she's a boss at giving practical...

99ish boss problems and how to handle them

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you got an issue with your boss that you're unsure how to address? In today's episode we're chatting about what to do if:👉 you don't think the...

8 ways to become an opportunity magnet

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Want to attract cool career opportunities? Get this episode in your ears! Here's how to level up.Learn more about the CliftonStrengths assessmentListe...

taking good risks (and the bad ones you need to avoid!)

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many of the decisions we make throughout our career have an element of risk, the question is whether or not the risk is worth taking. Want to know how...

toxic work culture, job interview red flags, setting career goals, building your confidence at work + more

07 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are tackling so many great community questions in today's episode! Listen in for some good fodder around:👉🏾 quitting a new role👉🏻 signs...

finding your purpose and making a career change with John Pidgeon

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may know him as the cohost of my millennial property and a regular on my millennial money, it's the one and only John Pidgeon! If you're not lovin...

the tough stuff: dealing with failure, embarrassment, lost confidence and work trauma

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're talking about the tough stuff at work:👉🏿 how do I build rapport with my coworkers? 👉🏻 I made a HUGE mistake at wo...

leading up: how to have tough convos with your boss

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You don't need to be in a leadership role to have influence. Regular guest and leadership communication expert Shane Hatton joins us back on the show ...

sparking curiosity, learning & growth with Steph Clarke

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you learning and growing in your career? Steph Clarke helps workplaces reimagine their approach to learning and in today's episode she helps us un...

make them remember you with Maz (Farrelly) Speaks

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you want people to value what you bring to the table at work, at a job interview, on LinkedIn or through your business, first you need to grab thei...

becoming a manager & how to manage friends

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're tackling two community questions about becoming a manager: Firstly, how do you get into a management role and secondly, how d...

level up your LinkedIn game with Robbie Hicks and Lachlan Bradford

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you getting the most out of LinkedIn? Robbie Hicks and Lachlan Bradford, hosts of the Funny Business podcast share how you can use the platform to...

breaking the silence on bullying at work with Jess Hickman

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode we're talking about the often silent and insidious issue of workplace bullying and what we can each do about it. ***Content war...

cultivating happiness in your life and career with Declan Edwards

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happiness researcher Declan Edwards joins us on the show to unpack this intangible concept of 'happiness' and shares some practical tools and resource...

overcoming the fear of public speaking with Shil Shanghavi

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you hate presenting to an audience you are so not alone! Nerves are normal and in today's episode public speaking specialist Shil Shanghavi shares ...

got a big career decision? Let’s talk values

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Need to make a career decision? Start with your values. Knowing what truly matters to you can help you make the right calls for your career. In today'...

taking a career break to invest time in a not for profit organisation (Scott's story part 2)

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott hasn't had just one career break... he's had two! On today's show Scott shares about career break #2, what he calls a 12 month sabbatical to inv...

how to get more feedback from your boss

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More feedback = more growth, which will help you achieve your career goals faster! Wanna know how to get that great constructive feedback from your ma...

naked quitting: when to quit your job without another one lined up

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't know who needs to hear this but...it’s okay to quit your job without another one lined up! There are some risks, and today we'll talk abo...

4 ways to make more money in your career with Glen James

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to increase your income and uncap your earning potential then there are 4 key ways to do so! Glen James the host and founder of my millenn...

when to go to HR + answering all your HR questions

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At what point should you go to HR when a tricky situation at work arises? Luckily we've got two HR queens to answer all your burning questions, Sarah ...

new year, new career: backing yourself to pursue your career dreams with Sim from Girls That Invest

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From optometrist to the founder of a globally recognised media company, Girls That Invest, Simran Kaur quit her 9-5 to go all in on a side hustle that...

4 things to ask yourself before a new year (or new job!)

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Holidays and transition periods are an awesome time for reflection. What takeaways from the year just gone can you bring into the next? Shell shares 4...

how to find career path, time off between jobs, navigating burnout + some sad news

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we're answering more great career questions and sharing about a big change coming to my millennial career in 2023. Today's episode ...

taking a career break to travel around Australia (Scott's story)

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Considering taking some time away from work for a bit? Scott shares how he took a 6 month break from his job to road trip around Australia with his fa...

good culture vs more money, I don't trust my boss! how to land a permanent contract + more

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's awesome community questions that we're answering touch on:👉🏾 should I try to get a better offer and ask if my employer can match it?👉...

generalise or specialise, explaining job hopping on your resume, how to build credibility at work + more

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Em and Shell are back for another Q&A! Today's questions include:👉🏾 is it better to generalise or specialise in your career?👉🏿 I'...

making a big career change (Gabbie’s story)

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We get soooo many questions about how to change careers so Shell and Em got Gabbie on the show to hear about how she moved out of a career in radiatio...

Atlassian's guide to working from anywhere with Molly Hellerman

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's chat Shell caught up with Atlassian's Global Head of Innovation Programs, Molly Hellerman to talk all things flexible work life, Atlassian'...

q&a: love your job but not the pay, IVF + mental health, talking to your boss about their bad apple behaviour + more

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Em and Shell thrash out some great career questions from the my millennial community! ***Trigger warning: after the break Em & Shell chat about a ...

exit interviews

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How honest should you get when you're asked to do an exit interview? When you leave a job you may be asked to do an exit interview and it can be trick...

4 strategies to deal with gaslighting at work

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you being gaslit by your boss or coworker? In today's episode Shell and Em unpack the concept of gaslighting, what it could sound like in the work...

signs your team isn't psychologically safe with Dr Amy Silver

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Amy Silver came on the show last year to talk about fear. Today's she's back with Shell and Em to help us understand what psychological safety is a...

finding a new career path, handling a micromanaging boss, applying for jobs + more

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode Em and Shell dig into some questions that were posted in the m3 Facebook group:👉🏾 I want to find a new career but I'm feeling...

moving on after a bad job breakup

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When your (work) relationship ends on bad terms, feeling a whole pile of negative emotions is super common and it can be painful getting back out ther...

Dr Amantha Imber on productivity and becoming time wise

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever get to the end of your work day feeling like you didn't really move the needle on anything actually important? We are stoked to be joined by orga...

interviews: everything you need to know with Sarah Smith

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want all the tips and tricks on nailing your next job interview and landing that dream job? Sarah from Interview Boss shares a bunch of helpful tips t...

how to set healthy boundaries at work

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Boundaries protect our energy and help us to show up as the best version of us so in today's episode, Em and Shell share 5 practical steps for setting...

6 books to boost your career

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Book club time! Shell and Em share their top recommended reads (or listens if audiobooks are more your style) to boost your career. You can find links...

q&a: changing careers, FIFO, returning to the workforce + more

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We love answering your questions about all things work life and there are some goodies in today's episode. Shell and Em chat about:👉🏾 what the f...

how to find a mentor

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mentors can add so much value to our career and personal growth. They can give us the clarity and encouragement we need to move forward when we find o...

bold career changes: from circus performer to financial adviser

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Before starting a business and becoming an adviser at Skye Wealth, Phil was doing handstands for a living, how cool! In this bonus episode Shell and P...

uh oh! you cried at work

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever cried at work, rest assured you're not alone (Shell has millions of times). Sometimes the waterworks just flow and hey, it's not a bad ...

Dom Price on teams, bad apples, career growth & happiness at work

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Atlassian’s resident work futurist and in house 'team doctor', Dom Price knows a thing or two about what makes a healthy team. When it comes to w...

how to survive and thrive in your probation

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a new role? As the new kid on the block, there's plenty to learn about how things are done in your new workplace. Today's episode is packed w...

my boss is passive-aggressive, what should I do?

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Working with a passive aggressive boss can be sooo discouraging. Shell and Em share 8 things you can do to stay grounded and deal with a boss that's l...

5 signs it's time to leave your job

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You know those relationships where everyone can see the red flags except you? Shell and Em are here to be the friends that point out why it might be t...

moving overseas for your career and trusting your intuition with Grace Murray

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest will inspire you to dream a little bigger, be brave and trust your intuition. Grace Murray packed up her life in Newcastle and moved to ...

let's talk culture with Shane Hatton

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is this intangible yet massively influential thing that we call culture and how do we create an awesome one in our workplace? Shell & Em sit ...

10 things to do for your career before 30

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Shell and Em pulled together their 10 career must dos - no hints in the shownotes, you’ll have to listen to find out what they are! 😉 And if you'...

how to land an executive gig

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If your goal is to become an Executive one day, we've got you! Rarekind Managing Director, Geoff Crews, has been in the recruitment game for a looong ...