Truth, Lies and Work
Episodes
85: How to future proof your career with Isabel Berwick, host of FT Working It Podcast & Author of The Future-Proof Career
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part 2 of our in-depth exploration into the future of work. In this episode we dive deeper into the individual's role in adapting to and c...
84: The country with the happiest Gen Z, Uber AU $272m fine & aggressive interviewers - This Week In Work, Episode 01
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Truth, Lies and Work," brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network, hosts Leanne and Al Elliott unveil the podcast's slight rebr...
83: How to future-proof your workplace with Rory Sutherland of Ogilvy & Mather
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Part 1 of our in-depth exploration into the future of work. In this episode, we dive into the transformative strategies businesses and pro...
82: How to be a great leader, with Prof. John Amaechi OBE
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a masterclass in leadership! This week on the podcast, we're joined by Professor John Amaechi OBE, a respected organisational psychologi...
81: How to deal with angry people, with Dr Martin @TheAngerProfessor
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dive deep into the psychology of anger with Dr. Ryan Martin, also known as the Anger Professor. Dr. Martin shares his extensive research on a...
80: Why Cult-Like Workplaces Are On the Rise, with Petra Velzeboer
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're joined by Petra Velzeboer, a renowned mental health expert with a unique and profound background. Petra's journey from bein...
79: Why Mental Health Matters: Insights from Dr. Sarah Hughes, CEO of MIND
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. Sarah Hughes, the Chief Executive of MIND, the UK's leading mental health campaigning organisation. With...
78. How Resilience became toxic, with Bruce Daisley
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we're joined by Bruce Daisley, a leading voice on work culture who challenges the conventional wisdom around resilience. He argues th...
77: What a Transgender love story teaches us about inclusive cultures
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we dive into the lives of Danielle and Sophie Wood, a couple who've navigated the complexities of gender transition together...
76: When to Say Goodbye: Ending a Partnership with Joe Fier
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this incredibly intimate and honest conversation with Joe Fier, co-host of the Hustle and Flowchart podcast, we delve deep into the personal and pr...
75. What makes your team say Yes? Exploring the Psychology of Influence with Phill Agnew
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Phill Agnew, renowned for his work on the Nudge podcast. Phill, with his rich expertise in behavi...
74. How the Undercover Candidate exposed the shocking truth of recruitment
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this eye-opening episode with Nora Burns, a former Fortune 200 HR leader turned undercover candidate and employee. With a career spanning ...
73. Jodie Hill: How My Mental Breakdown Sparked a Movement for Healthier Law Firms
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jodie's story is a powerful testimony to how personal adversity can lead to transformative change in an industry resistant to it. Jodie is a neuro-div...
72. Why 2024 Is a Pivotal Year, From Gen-Z to Social Mobility (Part 2 of 2)
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're continuing to explore what the world of work will look like in 2024. This is Part 2 of a 2-part episode. Be sure to go back and liste...
71. What Trends Will Dominate 2024's Workplaces? (Part 1 of 2)
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're looking back at our predictions for 2023 (were we right?!) and looking ahead to 2024 asking, what trends will dominate our workplaces...
70. What's the Secret to a Stress-Free Christmas? (Part 2 of 2)
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in the second part of our series focusing on individual well-being during the holidays. In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Audrey Tang, a Ch...
69. How to Keep Calm Using Mindfulness (Part 1 of 2)
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a guide to enhancing individual well-being during the festive season. We're joined by Chartered Psychologist, Dr Audrey Tang, and Sea...
68: Chris Savage: Why Wistia Chose Culture Over Quick Profits
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Chris Savage, the innovative founder and CEO of Wistia. From his early days studying film to building a multimillio...
67: How the BBC and RSPCA handle Trauma in the Workplace
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Truth Lies & Workplace Culture," we tackle the intricate and often hidden issue of workplace trauma, a subject that remains shroud...
66. How Shake Shack & USHG are Rethinking Restaurant Culture, featuring Patti Simpson
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hospitality, restaurant culture, and the changing landscape of the food industry. Our guest, Patti Sim...
65. How to Unlock the Champion Mindset: Sports, Leadership, and Mental Health
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sports, leadership, and the critical aspect of mental health. Our guests include former Premier League...
64: Michael Girdley: How a $100m+ Founder is Revolutionising Tomorrow's Workplace
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Future of Work and Building Businesses with Michael Girdley In this episode, Al talks to Michael Girdley about the future of work, the importance ...
63. What Global Leaders Know About 2024: Secrets Unveiled
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're peeling back the curtain on what the global leaders know about 2024 that you might not. These lessons aren't just insightful; t...
62. How to Avoid DEIB Washing (Through Allyship)
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're taking our DEIB conversation to the next level. We'll explore what it truly means to be an ally, the importance of fostering a sense of b...
61. What the 6th MAD World Summit Reveals About the Future of Mental Health at Work
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re bringing you this episode in collaboration with the MAD World Summit and Make a Difference Media (www.makeadifference.media), the all year aro...
60. What Our Mental Health Journey Has Taught Us About Work and Life
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture has always been about fostering open and honest conversations. Today, on World Mental Health Day, we're taking a ste...
59. How to Build a Ministry of Common Sense: Insights from Martin Lindstrom
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we've got a real treat for you. We're diving deep into the world of corporate nonsense, and we've brought in a true expert on the ...
58. Why the Health Gap is a Silent Saboteur of Business Success
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a thought-provoking episode, where we delve deep into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of business success – the health gap. In this...
57. How Listening to 'The Unheard' Can Transform Your Workplace
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
COME SEE US AT THE 6TH MAD WORLD SUMMIT - OCTOBER 12TH 2023. The UK's Premier Event for Mental Health & Wellbeing Leaders https://madworldsummit.com/ ...
56. Maneesh K. Goyal: How 9/11 Inspired a New American Dream
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this compelling episode, we sit down with Maneesh K. Goyal, a queer, second-generation Indian immigrant and successful serial entrepreneur. Maneesh...
55. How to Protect Financial Well-being During the Cost of Living Crisis, featuring Professor Sir Carey Cooper
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
COME SEE US AT THE 6TH MAD WORLD SUMMIT - OCTOBER 12TH 2023. The UK's Premier Event for Mental Health & Wellbeing Leaders https://madworldsummit.com/ ...
54. Why a Human-Centric Approach is the Key to Business Growth
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving deep into a groundbreaking concept that's reshaping the way we approach workspaces and business success. Join us as we e...
53: Mandy Price: How Kanarys.com are Disrupting DEI
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another insightful episode of "Truth, Lies & Workplace Culture"! In this episode, we are joined by a remarkable guest, Mandy Price, th...
52. What We Learned from 120+ Expert Guests: 12 Months of Leadership Lessons
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to a special episode of "Truth, Lies & Workplace Culture"! It's a celebration – we've reached our one-year podcast anniversary, and we'...
51. Why Happiness at Work Matters: Unpacking the Psychology
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of "Truth, Lies & Workplace Culture"! This time, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of the psychology of hap...
50. How Workplace Culture Myths Impact Your Bottom Line
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a special summer edition of "Truth, Lies & Workplace Culture" – the podcast that simplifies the science of people for business owners and...
49. What Does Wellbeing 2.0 Look Like? Future-proofing Organisations for Success
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating topic of the future of wellbeing at work. As the world rapidly evolves, so do our perceptions and practi...
48. Bernard Brogan: How a Sports Star Became a Workplace Hero
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are very excited to feature Bernard Brogan, Co-Founder and COO of PepTalk, as this month’s Founder Story. Chartered accountant turned entrepreneu...
47. What SME Leaders Can Learn from Corporate Giants’ Playbooks
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are talking to 5 senior leaders from some of the world's largest corporations, including Microsoft, Laing O’Rouke, Jaguar Land Rover, ...
46. Why Women in Leadership Matters: A Case Study, Featuring MKG
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we continue our exploration of equity, diversity, and inclusion by delving into a fascinating case study featuring MKG, a f...
45. EDI 101: How Leaders Can Break Barriers for Inclusive Workplaces
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're talking about Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), and asking and answering the questions you might have as a leader (including the ...
44. Kevin Dahlstrom: How to Lead Fearlessly (7 Key Lessons)
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back with another episode of our Founder Series. We’re thrilled to welcome Kevin Dahlstrom to the podcast! Kevin is the Founder and CEO of S...
43. Is the Office Making a Comeback? Redesigning Spaces for Well-being
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the office making a comeback? Is remote work a fading trend? And how can workplace design improve employee engagement, wellbeing and performance? I...
42. How to Make Remote Working Work
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is remote work the future? Or is the office back?! We battle it out over the next two weeks to find the ultimate winner. In the first of a 2-part seri...
41. Neurodiversity 101: How to Create Thriving Workplaces For All Minds
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're talking about neurodiversity, and asking and answering the questions you might have as a leader (including the ones you may be afraid ...
40. How to Build Resilience: The Triple Defence Strategy for Workplace Well-being
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mental Health Awareness is just the start. Real change requires action! This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're guiding you through a triple defence...
39. How to Unlock Leadership Potential: Putting Employees at the Heart of the Story
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are talking about leadership, and specifically, the #1 skill leaders should develop to be more effective in inspiring employees and elevatin...
38. Oliver Yonchev: The Art of Possible and Creating a Culture of Success at Flight Story
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are very excited to welcome Oliver Yonchev to the podcast. He's an entrepreneur, a speaker, and the CEO of Flight Story, a 100~ strong marketing ag...
37. How to Build a Thriving Workplace: Key Insights from The Watercooler Conference:
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
48 hours. 29 experts. 2 hosts. 1 mission. To help you build amazing workplace cultures where people, and businesses, thrive. Phew! What a week! We abs...
36. 4-Day Work Week 101: A Crash Course for Business Owners and Leaders
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the 4-day work week about working hard or hardly working? Is it a passing fad or the future of work? Can it improve well-being or is it a flawed so...
35. What Work Means to Different Generations: A Baby Boomer, Gen-X, Millennial and Gen-Z Panel
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Boomer, Zoomer, Millennial and Gen-X walk into a bar and the bar-person said... (Answers on a postcard, please!) This week, we're bringing together ...
34. How to Identify and Eliminate Toxic Workplace Cultures
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Toxic workplaces aren’t just bad for employee mental health, they’re bad for business. No one sets out to build a toxic workplace culture, yet 2 o...
33. Stella Smith: How pirkx is Redefining Employee Benefits
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of our Founder Story Series. We’re thrilled to welcome CEO and Co-Founder Stella Smith to the Podcast. Following a car...
32. Why Understanding Women's Health is Vital for Male Leaders
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As male leaders, we understand that it can be challenging to discuss certain topics, especially when they are related to sensitive matters such as wom...
31. What is the Superstar Effect? (And is it Damaging Your Business?)
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re told to recruit superstars. A team of superstars means high performance…right? What if we told you the opposite was true. Hiring superstar...
30. How Not To Be An A**hole, with Rob Kalwarowsky and Susan Hobson
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all had THAT boss. But according to the data, 60% of us might be one of them… How do we know if we’re an asshole? What behaviours are we a...
29. What is the Difference Between a Coach and a Mentor? (And Which Do You Need?)
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy International Women’s Day! We’re celebrating with a panel of formidable women talking about the power (and future!) of coaching and mentori...
28. What You Must Know for a Successful Exit, with VC Investors & Acquisition Experts (PART 2 of 2)
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for part 2 of 2. Part 1 is last week! What do a billion-dollar VC investor, a serial entrepreneur and an M&A integration specialist have in co...
27. How to Secure An Investor: What You Must Know for a Successful Exit (Part 1 of 2)
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do a billion-dollar VC investor, a serial entrepreneur and an M&A integration specialist have in common? HINT: They invest in people, not busines...
26. Why Personality Matters in Family Businesses: Lessons from Dinner-table Dreams to Boardroom Deals
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does personality have to do with growing a family business? And why is understanding the personality of an entrepreneur a key factor in a success...
25. How to Lead Gen Z & Millennials: Key Strategies with Sophie Wade
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world of work has changed. The future is here. Between remote/hybrid working and the rise of the ‘side hustle’, millennials and Gen-Z are want...
24. Britain’s Healthiest Workplaces: Meeting the 2023 Award Winners
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Britain's Healthiest Workplace Survey (which informs the awards) was established to help businesses of sizes support their employees to be happier, he...
23. How to Build a Killer Employer Brand: Expert Insights from HubSpot's Kyle Denhoff
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we’re flipping our attention back to organisations and what they can do to find, engage and nurture great people in 2023. ...
22. The Untold Heartbreak of Male Leaders: Conversations with Jim Young, Men's Burnout Coach
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Toughen up. Be a man. Boys don’t cry. Centuries of social conditioning have created a stigma around men’s mental health and burnout. And it’s ...
21. How to Prevent Burnout: Recognising the Pandemic You Didn’t See Coming (Part 2 of 2)
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is burnout the next global pandemic? In Part 1 of this 2-part series, we learned that we could be on track to lose more than half of our workforce d...
20. What is Burnout?: Recognising the Pandemic You Didn’t See Coming (Part 1 of 2)
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is burnout the next global pandemic? Rates of burnout are on the rise. The State of Workplace Burnout 2023 Report found an increase in burnout rates...
19. 2023 Predictions in People & Culture (Part 2 of 2)
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of our predictions series, Al & Leanne make their predictions about what will happen in the world of People & Culture in 2023. In t...
18. 2023 People & Culture Predictions: Key Trends for Leaders (Part 1 of 2)
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of 2, Al & Leanne make their predictions about what will happen in the world of People & Culture in 2023. Part 2 will be out in the first we...
17. Who Is Leanne Elliott?: The Truth Behind the Psychologist - Our Co-Host’s Story
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leanne's been a Business Psychologist for almost 15 years, but unlike a lot of her peers, she's spent 8+ years in the field as a leader and manager, a...
16. Who is Al Elliott?: Award-Winning Business Owner To Bankruptcy And Back - Our Co-Host’s Story
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 2005, Al Elliott was named in the Top 42 entrepreneurs Under 42 in the UK. By 2007 he was bankrupt for £103,000. By 2008 he’d built an ethically...
15. What is Psychological Safety? (And Why Should You Care?), with Stephan Wiedner from Zarango.com
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Creative, innovative, high-performing teams with positive well-being that are engaged and committed to your business - every leader's dream, right? Ho...
14. How Not to Be a Psychopath with Expert Sandy Mckenzie
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's just get this out of the way - although our last 3 episodes have been about Elon Musk and Twitter, we're not singling him out! However, at the t...
13. How to Support Your Team Through Redundancy: Lessons from the Twitter Layoffs (Part 2 of 2)
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the previous episode, we left things on a bit of a bombshell - the Global Head of Wellness at Twitter was unsure if Twitter would survive! Followin...
12. What Led to Twitter's Layoffs? Uncovering the Truth (Part 1 of 2)
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well... it's been quite the month for the tech industry. Following Elon's acquisition of Twitter on the 27th of October 2022, he promptly fired almost...
11. Is WFH Dead? - The Impact Of The Cost Of Living Crisis
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all feeling the effects of the sharp increase in energy, mortgages, rents etc. And for leaders, the impact of the COLC will be as far-reaching...
10. Why Imposter Syndrome is Not as Common as You Think
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re going to dive deep into the famous ‘condition’ and figure out the truth, and lies, behind an affliction that some research suggests...
09. What is Quiet Quitting? (And How Leaders Can Respond?)
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There seems to be a lot of talk recently about 'Quiet Quitting', so Business Psychologist Leanne Elliott dives into the subject, and answers the impor...
08. How To Build A Positive Workplace Culture With Bottom Line Impact
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've may have heard of a 'positive workplace culture', and if you read this article in the Harvard Business Review, then you might be under the imp...
07. Why These 7 (Unlikely) Leadership Books Deserve Your Attention
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's August, and that means sunny days and more opportunities for downtime. We give you our top 7 book recommendations for when you've got some spare ...
06. Myers Briggs - Brilliant or Bulls**t..?
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably done a Myers Briggs (MBTI) survey - you may even know which 4 letter combination you are. But, how accurate is it really? In this epi...
05. How to Master Hybrid Work: A Leader's Guide
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In these post-pandemic times, it seems everyone wants to work remotely - but that's not actually the case. A recent survey revealed that most people j...
04. How To Recruit For Culture Fit (HINT: Don't)
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
10 years ago, recruiting for culture fit was all the rage! But was it just a fad, or are there some genuinely useful lessons we can learn? In this epi...
03. How To Win The Fight For Talent (And It's Not What You Think)
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're having trouble finding great people at the moment, then you're not alone (and it's probably not your fault). We're in strange times - the re...
02. How to Boost Employee Retention: Essential Strategies for Business Success
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Building a highly engaged team might sound like a daunting task, but there are only 4 things you need to get right. In this episode, Business Psycholo...
01. How Workplace Culture Can Accelerate Business Growth
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is Employee Engagement just about surveys..? Nope! In our first episode, Business Psychologist and our lead consultant, Leanne Elliott, discusses wh...