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This Working Life
You spend so much time on work, why accept the status quo, when there are ways to do it better? Get expert advice, research and hacks that will crush your inertia. Join Lisa Leong and other This Working Lifers as we experiment and explore the latest in the world of work. We cover policy issues, like hybrid workplaces and remote work, employee wellbeing and organisational culture, the use of AI, employee surveillance, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion. We talk about progress on wider…
Episodes
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What do you do in a crisis?
How do you react in a crisis? Are you fight, flight, fawn or flee? We all react differently to moments of panic and stress but one thing we all have in common…
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How to get hired in the AI age
Artificial intelligence use in the job hunt is happening so fast it's hard to keep track and applicants and employers are feeling harassed by the speed of the…
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We're too tired to work!
Are you just too tired to work? Australians feel exhausted. Eighty two per cent of Australian knowledge workers reported being on the verge of burnout last…
This Working LifeIs Gina Rinehart right about cash bonuses?
Australia’s richest person and long time supporter of Australian Swimming Gina Rinehart has been offering cash bonuses for Aussie swimmers at the Commonwealth…
This Working LifeThe dangers of silence at work
Speaking out at work is hard. It's even harder in a culture of silence. To take the decision to break the quiet is an act of bravery, ands it's one many of us…
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Is it getting harder to find a job?
After the 100th email auto reply, the AI application screening and writing the umpteenth cover letter of the week, the job hunt can feel like a real drain. If…
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Is being good at your job holding you back?
Are you being asked time and again to be the one who gets everything done, is your reward for crushing it, just more “it” to crush? You might be paying a…
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Take a break!
When you’re under the pump, it can feel like taking a break at work is impossible. But that can be habit forming, and bad for your physical and mental health…
This Working LifeHow to avoid "Wellness Washing"
You may have heard of greenwashing, now experts are worried about wellness washing where workplaces paper over the cracks with wellbeing measures but leave the…
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Why are we so bad at onboarding?
You're starting a new job but you don't have what you need, or you certainly feel like you don't!Why is this such a universal experience and why are employers…
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What your boss is getting wrong about AI
AI usage is on the rise, but its implementation within jobs and workflows is causing problems. Research shows there is a capability gap amongst Australian…
This Working LifeDon't be left out in the cold: why you should care about your organisation’s strategy
Tying together what your team does within your organisation’s strategy is a key skill for middle managers and something workers at all levels can benefit from…
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Tackle overwhelm with the 'Teamwork Doctor'
If you’re always busy but feel as though you’re not getting on top of things, you may be experiencing cognitive and emotional overload. Liane Davey, the…
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Try This: how to quit
Once you’ve made the decision to quit your job, it’s worth considering how to do it in a way that fits the situation. The researcher who coined the term, “The…
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Should you really quit your job, like Oprah?
The researcher who coined the term, "The Great Resignation", says most of us are only one event away from quitting our jobs. He calls them “jolts” and…
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AI will change your job. Here’s the SMART way to redesign it.
The narrative around AI at work is moving away from “job apocalypse” towards jobs transforming. So how do you redesign roles to improve productivity and take…
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Nir Eyal on how to stop sabotaging your career
Have you struggled to make lasting behaviour change at work, and wondered why you can’t get to the next level? The author of bestsellers Hooked and…
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Sir David Attenborough is doing it, what about you? How to work until you're 100
Working for longer can help you financially, as well as giving you purpose, a social life and a healthier brain. We speak with three Australians working past…
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Why 9am meetings might be failing your team
Circadian rhythms dictate our peak times or chronotypes and they vary across the workforce, so why does everything start so early? Learn how these biological…
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Kyle and Jackie O safety complaint heads to Federal Court
Jackie O’s lawyers claim ARN breached workplace health and safety obligations by failing to protect her psychosocial health while she was working with co-host…
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Marcus Buckingham says love is the most powerful force in business
Marcus Buckingham’s latest research shows that love is a driver of super productive human behaviour. He argues the case for "designing love in" to experiences…
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How to help a young person find a career in the age of AI
Worrying about your young person’s future? The impact of AI is already changing the job market in some industries.So what’s the best approach for guiding them…
This Working LifeThe power of inspiring vs. infuriating leadership
When your boss sends a text complimenting your work, it feels amazing! But if they point out a mistake in front of your peers, you may feel shattered. What…
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How Don uses his digital twin
You may soon have a digital clone of your work-self that can take care of many of your tasks, make decisions on your behalf, and even give presentations as…
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Is more annual leave the answer to preventing burnout?
With burnout and overwork a problem for staff and employers alike, a proposal to add an extra week to annual leave balances for Australian workers is on the…
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Esther Perel on conflict and power struggles at work
What’s really behind the reaction a colleague has when you disagree with them? And how do you manage a conflict when it arises? Esther and Lisa delve into…
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It's okay, you can take a break
When you’re under the pump, it can feel like taking a break at work is impossible. But that can be habit forming, and bad for your physical and mental health…
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Can I give you some feedback?
It's an important part of monitoring and improving performance, but when feedback is given or received in the “wrong” way, it can damage relationships and…
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Unlock the power of a four day week
What have we learned so far about reducing working hours without losing productivity, and what are the tips and tricks for ensuring a four day week is a…
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The ultimate guide to fixing meetings
Our calendars are filled with meetings, but what are they really achieving?Learn how to cut out unnecessary gatherings and make the ones that remain, more…
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How to start strong in a new job
So you landed the job, congrats! Now it's time to start your new role.What steps can you take and what can your new employer do, to set you up for success?…
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Reinvent your career in 2026 with Dorie Clark
If you’re feeling stuck and ready for a change, why not harness the momentum of the new year to turn that around? Whether it’s a new job or a whole new career…
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Lost hope at work? Here’s how to get it back.
When work feels difficult, practising hope could help you find a way forward. A former chief wellbeing officer at Deloitte shares evidence-based strategies for…
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The power of a good night’s sleep
Four in ten Australians are not getting enough sleep, and work could be a part of the problem. Whether you work 9 – 5 or irregular hours, lack of sleep impacts…
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Stuck at a career crossroad? Here's how to move forward
Career regret is a common phenomenon, with more than half of people recently surveyed expressing dissatisfaction with their career choice.Why do so many people…
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Can "leisure-crafting" help you thrive?
Pick something you enjoy doing and you can 'leisure craft' it! We learn about the benefits of this technique as a way of improving your personal wellbeing, and…
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Tired and overwhelmed? Boundaries can help
If you have a tendency to take on too much, you might want to look at the boundaries you have with your co-workers and your boss. It seems hard, but setting…
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Are we giving kids the wrong career advice?
In helping young people prepare for a life of work, asking them what they want to do for a job, or what they’re good at may limit their options. Learn a…
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Learn to 'North Star' 2026 with Wankernomics
Have you been bamboozled by the language colleagues use at work? What’s the best way to describe yourself on LinkedIn? Charles and James from Wankernomics want…
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How to optimise your holiday and start 2026 refreshed
Should you lie on the couch or go hiking with friends? Discover what to do before, during and after a holiday to get the most out of it.Experts share the best…
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A non-compete clause ban is coming. What does it mean for you?
Almost half of Australian workers are impacted by some kind of post-employment restraint. The government plans to ban non-compete clauses for middle and lower…
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Is your lack of people skills holding you back?
If your career progression has stalled it may be because you lack emotional intelligence and the ability to regulate your behaviour in the workplace. A Harvard…
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Transfer, recall, repetition: what helps you learn at work
What are the best ways to learn at work, and how can you make that new information stick?Understand the science of learning and how online courses and…
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Are you on the path to burnout? These are the red flags...
New research has uncovered early warning signs of burnout that could help you get on top of it, before it goes too far. Learn strategies to identify these…
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Westpac work from home decision: what does it mean for you?
A Westpac employee with parental responsibilities was recently awarded the right to work from home five days a week, by the Fair Work Commission.How might this…
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How to fix loneliness at work
Have you ever turned up to work and thought...where is everyone?! Empty offices and flexible work is part of the reason why so many people are experiencing…
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Top books for work and life
Lisa is joined by Panio Gianopolous, co-founder and editorial director of the Next Big Idea Club, as they each nominate three non-fiction books related to work…
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Restructure and redundancy, with psychosocial safety
How can reorganisations, restructures and redundancies be managed in a way that works for everyone?With obligations to manage psychosocial hazards now front of…
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Should you bring your 'whole self' to work?
There are lessons you can take from the careers of David Bowie and Oprah about identity and authenticity.Being “authentic” in your life and career is something…
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Try This: declutter your work from home space
Need help organising your desk or kitchen table workspace? Get decluttering tips that will help clear your mind and your home. Guest:Amy Revell, decluttering…
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Validation is a skill for work and life
When you validate someone, it shows that you’re there, you get it and you care, even if you don't agree with their point of view.Learn the difference between…
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The power of gossip at work
Whether you approve of it or not, research shows gossip does have value within organisations, especially when it’s used positively. Learn how you can harness…
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How to nail collaboration between generations
Learn how to build co-operation rather than war, between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers.Instead of leaning on stereotypes, there are ways to work…
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Are you learning how to switch off from work?
We've reached the one year anniversary of the right to disconnect regulations, which now also apply to small businesses. What are the challenges of managing…
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Could longevity workers save our economic future?
Soon more people will be leaving the workforce than joining it, but most organisations don't encourage older workers to stay on and thrive.Experts say…
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Try This: psychosocial safety tips edition
Everyone at work plays a part in preventing psychosocial hazards, including you.We ask an expert how to create a psychosocially safe workplace, and why it's…
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What are we getting wrong about psychosocial safety?
There’s confusion about the terms psychological safety and psychosocial safety in workplaces, so what’s the difference? Leading expert on psychological safety…
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Making decisions like a pro
It’s estimated we make up to 35,000 decisions every day so how can you make better decisions at work? Before you start drawing up pros and cons lists, listen…
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Managing up during the Trump Presidency
We can learn a lot about gaining influence when you don't have power, from those who work on Capitol Hill. A leadership adviser reveals how Congressional…
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Is your dream job still dreamy?
Have you ever been told that if you follow your passion, you’ll never work a day in your life? As it turns out, the research doesn’t support that narrative. We…