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In this conversation, Myke Dixon invites us back to the heart of who we are before the noise of the world pulls us away. We explore creativity as self-expression, kindness as a form of cultural leadership, and why learning to trust our inner impulses might be the most future proof skill we have. Together we unpack how small, human acts can change the way we show up at work, at home and within ourselves. It is warm, grounding, and quietly transformative.
Links
The very exciting invitation to join the WILD UNDERGROUND with Myke Dixon: LINK
Everyday Creative: https://www.mykeldixon.com/book
Key Takeaways
Creativity is less about talent and more about trusting the quiet impulses within us.Self-expression is a powerful antidote to a noisy, numbed world.In an age of AI and sameness, our humanity becomes our greatest value.Kindness, generosity and presence are not soft skills. They are differentiators.Rituals matter, but presence matters more. Routine only works when we stay connected to why it exists.Creativity expands when we stop treating it like a performance and start experiencing it like a walk or a song.Community deepens when we show even a small spark of our true selves. Like attracts like.We future proof our careers and our lives by being more human, not less.Key Quotes
âYou feel this tiny whispering impulse that something wants to be born and you trust it and act on it. The universe takes 500 steps toward you.ââYour relevance in the world will amplify when you bring more kindness, creativity and generosity into how you show up.ââWe can build a new world by being this way. Even if the world cannot see it yet.ââCreativity is not about arriving anywhere. It is about being in the experience.ââOnce you get a taste of presence, you start getting hungry for more.âMusic created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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In this episode I pick up from our last ep the Creative Cure & had the absolute joy of riffing with Myke Dixon for a conversation that felt less like an interview and more like a part self-expression part creative awakening or ALIVE'ING.
If youâve ever felt the tension between who you are and who youâve been conditioned to be this episode is truly for you, I am so sure you are going to love it! In this episode we unpacked the real work of reclaiming our aliveness, trusting our instincts, and bringing more humanity back into the places we lead, work and create.
This is part one, the second half of this interview will drop Thursday 27th November.
Because we know you are going to want more Mykel Dixon click here for the: website
You can also check out his book here: Everyday Creative by Mykel Dixon - Available on Audio (with Myke narrating which is awesome) or Book form!
Audio book (with Myke narrating, its a terrific listen): link
Real Book or eBook: click this link
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
1. Creativity is not something you do, it can help us find who we really are. Creaivity is not a rare artistic skill, its energy, aliveness & self-expression. We don't learn creativity we rediscover it!
2. Fear and judgement get in the way - we need to reconsider the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and question why we think we need to do this for others, creativity and self-expression is food for your soul.
3. Modern life has created a great numbinng - watch out for those Matrix references
4. Self Expression is a lot broader than art - think about the journey and the freedom to create more than the outcome.
5. Reclaim your workplace and think about the opportunity to create meaning with your co-workers and teams, try to break down some of the process and to allow the Artisian approach to venture into the workplace.
What you still have to look forward to:
In the second half of this interview we will talk about how to bring Aliveness back into your work and life, some simple creative practices that can help transform your day and how to trust your gut more and say yes to those impulses that are calling us to ACTION.
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In The Creative Cure: Why Cultivating Creative Expression Fuels Success, we explore how creativity isnât just for artists, itâs an important leadership and wellbeing tool. We unpack the neuroscience behind creative expression, its power to lower stress and boost problem-solving, and how leaders can cultivate creativity to enhance empathy, resilience, and innovation.
Key Takeaways
Creativity is a core leadership skill: It strengthens cognitive flexibility and resilience like a workout for your brain. A regular creative practice builds better problem-solving capacity and adaptability.Stress relief through creative flow: Creative acts lower cortisol levels, providing a reset that helps manage stress.Creativity drives innovation: Great companies like Pixar, intentionally design cultures that allow experimentation, candor, and play. AI can enhance, not replace, creativity: When used mindfully, generative AI can help spark ideas and expand our imaginative reach, while human judgment and our ability to think creatively remains essential.Reclaiming âcreative confidenceâ: Over 90% of adults believe theyâre ânot creativeâ due to old âart scarsâ itâs time to reclaim creativity as a human, everyday skill that improves wellbeing and leadership giving a âwhole-of-life advantage.âStandout Quotes
âCreativity is not about waiting for inspiration, itâs about making space for it to show up.â Myke Dixon, The Everyday CreativeâCreativity isnât optional. Itâs essential. Itâs how we reconnect with ourselves, with others, and with bigger possibilities.â ClaireâEngaging in creative acts rewires the brain and creates new neural pathways. Itâs not just a feel â itâs backed in fact.â MirandaâCreate before you consume.â ClaireâLeadership isnât like art, it is an art.â Michael OâMalley, Harvard Business ReviewReferences & Resources
Books:Everyday Creative - Mykel DixonYour Brain on Art - Susan Magsamen & Ivy RossBig Magic - Elizabeth GilbertCreativity, Inc. - Ed CatmullArticles:How Generative AI Can Augment Human Creativity - Harvard Business ReviewEvery Leader Is an Artist - Michael OâMalley, Harvard Business ReviewCreativity and the Role of the Leader - Teresa Amabile, Harvard Business SchoolPodcasts:WorkLife with Adam Grant - âHow to Love CriticismâAction Challenge
Over the next week, build a small creative ritual into your day. Reframe creativity as an energy-replenishing habit that strengthens your wellbeing and leadership.
It doesnât need to be art, just something that challenges your creativity try journaling, mindful cooking, sketching, dancing, gardening, or even rearranging your workspace.
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Episode Introduction
In this conversation Claire and Miranda bust the myth that success requires operating at peak performance 24/7. Surge. Tilt. Succeed: This episode offers your Blueprint for Sustainable Energy as they introduce the powerful concepts of surging (those intentional high-energy periods where you harness momentum) and tilting (the conscious pauses and adjustments that keep you aligned, healthy and creative). Learn how to plan both phases so you can thrive in work and life without burning out or going into overdrive.Key Takeaways
Strategic surging beats reactive busyness: Choose when to surge and channel your energy into the few projects that create the greatest impact.Tilt to sustain your success: Micro-tilts (like a mindful lunch walk or device-free commute) and bigger tilts (like saying no to a project, booking in active planning breaks or real downtime) to replenish energy and spark creativity.Watch for the three risks of unchecked surging: burnout, disconnection and overdrive.Energy management is a form of time management: Track what energises or drains you and ditch or delegate âenergy vampires.âCommunicate Surge or Tilt mode: Let teammates and also family (as this tip isn't just for work life) know when youâre in surge or tilt mode to avoid misunderstandings and to model healthy boundaries.Active reflection is non-negotiable: Pausing to ask âWhat is this surge creating for my long-term goals?â helps you steer the wave, not just ride it, or show up as "busy, busy, busy".Key Quotes
âSurges donât happen forever and they shouldnât, otherwise we have burnout" â MirandaâTilt is where our judgment, empathy and values come in; itâs choosing to move more meaningfully, not just fast.â ClaireâAction doesnât need to be grandâsmall, brave choices compound into the life that you want.â Maria Baltazzi, Take a Shot at Happiness âImagination is not an indulgence. Itâs embedded in every function of thinking, planning, remembering, and connecting.â Adam Zenman, The Shape of Things UnseenReferences & Resources
Books:The Shape of Things Unseen â Adam ZenmanTake a Shot at Happiness â Maria BaltazziThe Art of Happiness â The Dalai Lama & Howard CutlerConcepts & Articles:âAmbitious Stagnationâ â Harvard Business ReviewâUpper Limit Problemâ â from The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks (mentioned in discussion)Your Action Challenge
Plan your next strategic surge before year-end:
Identify the 2â3 projects that will create the biggest impact in the next three months.Schedule mini-tilts before, during and after that surge & protect them like any critical meeting or poject critical work.Share how youâre harmonising surging and tilting with us on Instagram or LinkedIn, or email [email protected]
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Season 3, Episode 4
The True Value of Human Skills in Leadership
In an era quickly changing & obsessing over AI tools and automation, this episode emphasizes that our most valuable career asset continues to be fundamentally human. Claire and Miranda remind us of the human advantage: the leadership skills that no algorithm can replace. From emotional intelligence and empathy to clarity and courage, this conversation is a call to elevate our HI (human intelligence) alongside our AI.Through stories, frameworks, and practical insights, they explore what it takes to lead smarter, not harder and why future-ready leadership is less about mastering tech and more about mastering yourself and your people.
Whether youâre a leader navigating AI disruption, or someone aspiring to build stronger, more resilient teams, this episode will help you double down on what makes us human.
Key Takeaways
AI is a tool, not the answer. Leaders must balance speed and efficiency with discernment, clarity, and emotional intelligence.Soft skills arenât soft they are hard and essential. Empathy, feedback, and human judgment are the real competitive edge.Clarity is kindness. Clear communication, even when hard truths are involved, builds trust and long-term resilience.Empowered teams outperform managed teams. Concepts like âteamshipâ and walking beside (not above) your people create ownership and better results.Slow down to speed up. Great leadership often means pausing, reflecting, and interrogating assumptions before acting.Key Quotes
âIt always tickles me when we call these humanistic leadership capabilities âsoft skills.â If weâre doing them well, theyâre anything but soft theyâre deliberate, and theyâre hard.â ClaireâEmpathy + emotional intelligence + authentic leadership = stronger, more resilient teams.â MirandaâClarity is kindness. Even when people donât want to hear the message, honest communication builds trust.â ClaireâOur role as leaders hasnât changed: itâs always been to create the conditions for others to excel.â MirandaEpisode Run-Down
Opening reflections on AI vs HI (human intelligence)Why humanistic leadership matters more than everLessons from Deloitte & Gallup 2025 reportsEmpathy, clarity, and emotional regulation under pressureGen Zâs challenge to traditional management & âconscious un-bossingâReal-world leadership lessons from crisis situationsThe âteamshipâ model and how to empower teams effectivelyHow AI should free up time for more human leadershipAction Challenge
Pick one human leadership skill each week and put it into practice
References & Resources
Deloitte Human Capital Trends Report 2025Gallup State of the Workplace Report 2025Essential by Chrissy Smith & Kelly MonaghanForbes 2024 article on Conscious Un-bossing & Gen Z leadership trendsWinging It by Emma IsaacsTeamship model by Keith FerrazziHow to Decide by Annie DukeThinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanTune in now to discover why the future of leadership is still deeply human.
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Season 3, Episode 3
In this episode of Elevate with Grace, Claire and Miranda tackle a topic thatâs been buzzing in every inbox, newsfeed, and team meeting: AI. Not from a tech-guru angle, but from a grounded, thoughtful perspective on how it can actually help us live and work better. Whether youâre dabbling, avoiding, or already deep in AI experimentation, this conversation will help you find clarity, confidence and a human-first mindset in this new landscape.
Weâre here to explore:
How AI can be a career multiplierWhy your human skills are your superpowerThe ethics of using AI intentionally, and what it means to stay in the driverâs seatKey Takeaways & Quotes
AI is a mindset shift, expect trial and error, and delayed gratification before the magic happensStart with one prompt a day, build AI into your workflow graduallyEmpathy, leadership and critical thinking are more valuable than everYou are still the author, AI can support, but never replace, your unique voiceEthics matter so know where your data is going and how your outputs reflect your valuesâAI can be our co-pilot, but it's not our script writer. We are still the author of our lives.â â Miranda
âAI doesnât make someone feel truly seen. Thatâs our edge. Thatâs our job.â â Claire
âJust because it reduces labour doesnât mean itâs the right thing to do.â â Miranda
Run List
00.00 Introduction
02.00 Action Challenge Recap
05.10 AI as a Career Multiplier
15.02 Human Skills are still your superpower
24.00 The ethics of using AI intentionally
30.44 Action Challenge & Closing points
Key Resources Mentioned
Tools: ChatGPT, Descript, Canva, Copilot, Notion, PerplexityCourses: Allie Miller â AI for Everyone & Tomer Cohen â AI + Product Thinking (LinkedIn Learning)Newsletters: The Rundown AI, The Neuron & Simple AIPodcasts: How I Work by Amantha ImberBooks & Articles:Competing in the Age of AI by Karim R. LakhaniForbes: Gen Z and AIHBR: Workplace Loneliness and AIDisney/Universal v Midjourney (AI + IP Law)Music created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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In this episode of Elevate with Grace, we explore how the evolving landscape of Workforce 2.0 demands a fresh take on success, resilience, and wellbeing.
We dive into the power of brave conversations during times of change, the importance of protecting your energy, and how to lead with intention. We talk about tips to seize the opportunities that come with change, and the future 4 framework to help listeners build more balance and clarity into daily life.
Youâll hear why reimagining success goes beyond the job title it includes community engagement, boundaries that serve your wellbeing, and taking small steps that shape a better future.
Key Takeaways:
Why courageous conversations matter now more than everHow to build a ârejection muscleâ and grow resilienceMorning habits that energize your dayStrategies for leading in todayâs dynamic work environmentsThe value of hobbies and meaningful community involvementJournaling prompts to track progress and fuel clarityEpisode Breakdown:
00:00 â Introduction
00:46 â Reflecting on Workforce 2.0
02:51 â Personal Growth and Success Redefined
06:54 â The 5:00 AM Club and Daily Routines
08:23 â Embracing Brave Conversations
15:47 â Building Resilience and the Rejection Muscle
26:40 â Leadership in Workplace 2.0
34:32 â Community and Personal Hobbies
40:32 â Closing Reflections & Call to ActionKey References
The 5:00 AM Club, Robin Sharma
Supercommunicator, Charles Duhigg
Fierce Conversations, Susan Scott
The Art of Resilience, Ross Edgley
High Performance Habits, Brendon Burchard
"Future 4" framework focusing on:
Self (energy, mindset, wellbeing)Social (relationships)Skills (learning, growth)Service (impact, contribution)The Power of Healthy Relationships at Work, Harvard Business Review.
Brian & Maggie (2025, 2 part tv movie)
Option B, Adam Grant & Sheryl Sandberg
Having a âpanic buttonâ gives people psychological safety, increasing confidence to face challenges, even if the button is rarely used.
Key Quotes
âItâs time to be brave.â
âCourage, connection, and communication are key, fundamental pillars as we build out a reimagined future.â
âStress is a byproduct of our reaction to the situation, not the situation itself.â
â From The Art of Resilience
âWe are equipped with an unyielding spirit. Itâs just a matter of what we choose to do with it.â
âClarity is kindness.â
â Brene Brown,
âWe donât have to have every conversation be a duel to the death.â
âSuccess for me is about what sustains me and brings me joy.â
âKids shouldnât have all the fun.â
âAre we the panic button for our team?â
- Adam Grant
âWe used to have community. Now we have stuff.â
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Elevate With Grace: Navigating the New World of Work | Season 3 Launch
Welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of Elevate With Grace! Join Claire and Miranda as they reflect on the journey since 2021, discussing significant changes in the workplace and the evolving concept of success. This episode dives into topics such as the impact of remote work, the importance of mental health, effective leadership, and communication strategies in the modern work environment. Tune in for insights, actionable tips, and a fresh perspective on creating a successful career and life on your own terms. Donât miss out on their reflections, challenges, and book recommendations tailored to help you thrive in 2025 and beyond.
Season 1 - Summaries
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FmCKbt1vQV-Rx65tWDp-clvTIFRlg6iaLNe8h1aN_xU/edit?usp=sharing
Season 2 - Summaries - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NI8RFXPsLI7bL6y54gAzMU1JEovSmEKhpwThELPlutY/edit?usp=sharing
00:00 Introduction: Welcome to Elevate With Grace
00:26 Reflecting on Past Seasons and Changes
01:19 Exploring Success in 2025 and Beyond
02:00 Adapting to New Work Environments
09:10 The Importance of Effective Communication
22:10 Embracing Change and Finding Balance
31:35 Action Challenge and Conclusion
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Elevate with Grace: Cultivating Success in the New World of Work
Welcome back to Elevate with Grace! In our Season Three intro episode, Miranda and Claire discuss the exciting return of the podcast after three years. We explore the evolving workplace and how embracing change can lead to success in 2025 and beyond. Three key areas of change iclude adopting a quality-over-busyness mindset, moving beyond outdated workplace models, and promoting true equality and balance.
As you navigate this new world of work, join us for actionable tips, fresh perspectives, and a focus on creating a fulfilling career and life on your own terms.
Subscribe in your favourite podcast app to stay updated on our latest episodes!
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The third in our money in focus series, this episode rounds out the conversation we started in Episode 6 with Sallie Krawcheck's Own It and continued last episode (#7) exploring mindset, conditioning and biases. In our final epsidode in this series we bring to life the tips, hacks and conversation starters to drive you to take regular, sustained action.
From mapping out your current situation with candles and permission not to judge or whip yourself, through to heavy goal setting and incremental changes to achieve a far bigger goal than possible today. We also offer conversation starters to ensure we are collectively supporting and lifting each other up and some great articles, social links and thought leaders that don't spin the same old hold the smashed avocado.
This episode will leave you with some great life hacks and thought leadership to take action and master your productivity. to help set up your next big goal, your super. Neither Miranda or Claire are qualified in any way to give financial advice of any sort., simply girlfriends having a chat, encouraging you to start a conversations and offer some new reference points to explore.
Action Challenge:
This episode your action challenge is to pick one of the 3 key money tips areas (mindset, ) and really make headway with a dedicated focus that you know will help you elevate your financial prowess in 2022 and offer opportunities to design your life on your terms.
Social/Article references:
The Broke Generation, https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/2020/10/30/financial-personality-questions-money-mindset/
The Financial Diet & the Financial Confessions Podcast & Socials, https://thefinancialdiet.com/
Budgetista, The Financial Wholeness Quiz (2mins) https://thebudgetnista.outgrow.us/thebudgetnista-2
Scott Pape, The Barefoot investor Monday newsletter, https://www.barefootinvestor.com/
Financial Gym, https://financialgym.com/blog/2021/2/25/how-to-talk-to-your-friends-about-moneyBook References:
Tiffany Aliche, Get Good with Money, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/GetGoodwMoney
The Latte Factor, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/LatteFactor
The Financial Diet, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/financialdiet
Sallie Krawcheck, Own It, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-own-it
Gary Keller & Jay Papasan, The One Thing, The Surprisingly Simple Truth behind Extraordinary Results https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-theonething
Emma Isaacs, Winging It link: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/ElevateWingingIt
These are affiliate links
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In this episode Miranda and Claire are here to convince you that conversations about money and finances are fun! How can that be, you ask. Because having a positive mindset about all things $ is a critical element to unlocking our opportunity to live life on our own terms.
We dive into some of the crazy stats about how much women are stressing about money. We chat about how wonderful it can be to embark on a learning journey to explore our own money mindsets and change them for the better. And why now is the perfect time to supercharge our collective girl power and change the money game in a way that our future selves, and the next generation of women, will love us for it.
Our action challenge this week: To dig deep into our money mindset. Write down the emotions you're feeling around money and any financial goals you've been putting off. Choose one of them to take action on. Set clear timelines on when you will get it done. Take a least one step towards that goal in the next two weeks. And, importantly, decide on a reward you will treat yourself to when you've achieved that money goal for yourself.
Article references:
Fidelity Investments, Women Financial Sentiments Survey
Forbes, The Psychology of Money: What You Need To Know To Have A (Relatively) Fearless Financial Life
Marie Claire, The Gender Imbalances That Still Exist in Australia Right Now
Australian Financial Review, New Worries Drive Restless Workers To Look AroundBook References:
Sallie Krawcheck, Own It, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-own-it
Gary Keller & Jay Papasan, The One Thing, The Surprisingly Simple Truth behind Extraordinary Results https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-theonething
Emma Isaacs, Winging It link: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/ElevateWingingIt
These are affiliate links
We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode - check out our Instagram, LinkedIn or Website or Email [email protected]Music created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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Sallie Krawcheck's book OWN IT, comes at a terrific juncture in our podcast episodes as her concepts support and build on discussions we have shared around courageous conversations, time & boundaries in earlier episodes and also some of season 1 around women's key strenghs and the value of your WHY, your purpose and owning your power.
Healthy risk awarenessThe ability to see things holistically & thus manage complexityOur relationship building skillsA longer term perspective - which ties nicely into a better way to negotiate A love of learningDrive for impact and meaning
As a financial guru, owner of Ellevest female investing platform and a vetran of wall street Sallie is also the perfect starting point for our next few episodes on money is not a dirty word.
In this episode we share our favourite quotes, concepts and mindset shifts post reading this book. It is a fun & informative conversation and lots of great ideas to discuss. Definitely one you will extract great value from your time investment!
SHOW NOTES
Action Challenge:
1. Highly recommend checking out this book, its an easy & quality read
2. Taking these 6 skills that women have been proven in many studies to bring . Think about how you can elevate your position at work or on your linkedin profile by encorporating these:Key thougts from Sallie:
Valuable skills + more career options + more information + financial power equals the opportunity to have an impact. A big impact
We need to stop âempoweringâ women as the definition of empowering is to give power to and for women to understand and realise the power they already possess
âNetworking has been cited as the number one unwritten rule of success in business. Who you know really impacts what you know.â
We are on the fourth wave of feminism and finance will be the power we weild.
Sallie takes a lot of care in her writing to debunk the Myth that: Women need more financial education to invest
Book References:
Sallie Krawcheck, Own It, https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-own-it
Other books / book reviews mentioned
Season 1, Episode 5:
Gary Keller & Jay Papasan, The One Thing, The Surprisingly Simple Truth behind Extraordinary Results https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-theonething
Season 1, Episode 9:
Emma Isaacs, Winging It link: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/ElevateWingingIt
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Ever wished for more time, found yourself sacrificing sleep to fit more into the day. This is the episode for you. Part 3 in our Time and Boundaries series we are delving into tips & tools for mastering your time and setting you up for success.
Time is such a hotly discussed, bemoned, and challenging issue right now for so many and it is so, so important for our mental wellbeing that we take back control of our time.
To recognise our time for the absolute asset that it is and to ensure we are actively owning our time.
Action Challenge:Inspired! We encourage you to jump right in & select one of the time management tools (best to start with one, then come back for another once the first is locked in & working). This should be the one that you think will give you the quick win or add the most value to you and put that into action. We look forward to hearing how everyone goes with that in our next pod. (We would love to hear your thoughts & how you are going with the challenges - please add your comments here, on Instagram post, DM us or email [email protected])
Show Notes:
Donna McGeorge, The 1 Day Refund https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-one-day-refund
Laura Vanderkam, 168 hours https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-168hours
Laura Vanderkam, I know how she does it https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-iknowhowshedoesit
Brian Tracy, Eat that Frog! https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-eatthatfrog
Gary Keller & Jay Papasan, The One Thing, The Surprisingly Simple Truth behind Extraordinary Results https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-theonething
HBR. The Research is Clear: Long Hours Backfire for People and For Companies
Next episode
Bringing together all of the topics from this season so far - difficult conversations, boundaries + time management & the perfect juncture as we move into topics around our financial pillar is Own It by Sallie Krawcheck. Look forward to sharing this gem with you & our key takes from this.Sallie Krawcheck https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/elevate-own-it
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Welcome to part 2 of a 3 part series on time & boundaries.
In episode 3 we explored why boundaries and time management were so important and why NOW is the right time. In this episode we dig down on our boundaries and start to consider personality traits, and why its important to communicate your boundaries - as cultural, demographic, generational and lived experience backgrounds result in others never really knowing what you need... unless you tell them.
Its a great episode we look forward to you listening to this one & then in our next pod we deep dive on time management tips and tricks.
ACTION CHALLENGE
Our action challenge for this episode is two fold.#1 If you didnât get a chance to track your time for a week to understand where it really goes then this in your time, along with energy tracking feels important particularly if you are feeling quite burned out, or drained at the end of each day.
#2 Then it's time to take action - one boundary tool each week for the next few weeks until you are finding more time to work on your vision!
SHOW NOTES
The Burnout Fix, Jacinta Jimenez
Boundaries, by Henry Cloud and John Townsendhttps://womensagenda.com.au/latest/four-in-five-australians-faced-burnout-in-2020/
https://www.fastcompany.com/90720956/who-is-responsible-for-protecting-work-life-balance-it-depends-who-you-ask
Ryan Howes, blog In Therapy https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-figure-out-your-boundaries#6
Quoted from article: Remember that youâre not harming anyone by saying no, he said. âYou havenât become a boundary violator, just someone who is making a point of taking care of yourself. Theyâll get used to it.â
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This week we are diving head first into the area of healthy boundaries and time management a perfect follow up from our episodes on courageous conversations.
Leveling up on our ability to have brave conversations provides the perfect framework to now focus on cultivating new healthy boundaries and ensuring you start owning your time as the most precious resource you have.
There is a very good chance that even if you had good boundaries pre 2020 these have blurred so we are sure this is the perfect time to be sharing these curated insights.
Our action challenge this week: Write down 3 areas of your life that feel out of control and would benefit from a refocus. Jot down some thoughts around how to overcome. Then start for a whole week to mindfully track your time and get ready for our next episode.
SHOW NOTES:
Zeigarnik effect
Laura Vanderkam, Off the Clock
Nir Eyal, Indistractable
Gary Keller & Jay Papersan, The One ThingIn a January 2022 Trends Report by the American Psychological Association - called Burnout and Stress Are Everywhere - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2022/01/special-burnout-stress
Right to Disconnect: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/22/right-to-disconnect-could-become-the-norm-in-europe.html
Portrugal takes it one step further for parents: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59263300#:~:text=Portugal%20has%20banned%20bosses%20from,from%20home%20in%20the%20country
To Do Lists don't work: https://www.wired.com/story/to-do-apps-failed-productivity-tools/
Who is responsible: https://www.fastcompany.com/90720956/who-is-responsible-for-protecting-work-life-balance-it-depends-who-you-ask
How much is too much that its not efficient?: https://www.atlassian.com/blog/productivity/this-is-how-many-hours-you-should-really-be-workingMusic created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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Hold onto your hats ladies, this is a conversation you do not want to miss! Welcome to Season 2, Episode 2, where Claire and Miranda explore the ins and outs of helping you plan, prepare and have courageous conversations.
We're talking about those truly brave conversations you want and need to have to live your life designed and defined on your terms. We know these conversations can be tough so we've got your back, serving up the best of the best bite sized curated content and actionable tips on everything you need to know to have them.
If you love our pod then you are in great company because FeedSpot has recognised us as one of the best podcasts for Australian women to follow in 2022. Help us to help more women like you by telling your friends and colleagues about us and by liking and subscribing on your podcast platform of choice.
Your action challenge this week
Plan out that brave conversation you know you need to have this weekend by using the tips we've provided in this episode. Schedule the time to have that conversation in the next two weeks. Let's rip that band-aid off and get it happening. You've got this!
Curated content from this episode
Articles
* Australia's National Be Kind Day, Wednesday 2nd March 2022
* Help your employees find purpose - or watch them leave, McKinsey & Co
* DiSC profile
* How to Have Difficult Conversations Virtually, Harvard Business Review
* 7 keys to having a courageous conversation with anyone, Lifehack
* A once in a lifetime opportunity to redefine the way we work and live, Elevate with Grace
Books
* Fierce Conversations, Susan Scott
* Atlas of the Heart, Brene Brown
* Mindset: the new psychology of success, Carol Dweck
* Difficult Conversations, Douglas Stone
LinkedIn Learning Courses
* Leading with a Growth Mindset, Karen AllenMusic created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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We are back and excited for the season ahead.
Each fortnight we are dishing up bite sized, curated content and actionable tips to help focus you on achieving success on your own terms.
This episode we check in on our word for the year and then dive into a very topical issue of facing into the changes that are occurring in our post pandemic workplaces and homes as we all seek to solve how we learn from this experience and perhaps adapt to a new way of working.
We encourage you to think about what you need to achieve your goals and start to define what is working for you, how you want to show up, and what changes you are seeking. In this episode we share some compelling figures to take into your next chat and some thought leadership to help see all of your options.
Action challenge: Let's get curious and courageous about identifying someone in your life, whether that's your partner, your boss, anyone, identifying someone in your life that you need to have some brave conversations with, that would result in you taking a step forward to living life on your terms.
Exciting news we are featured on Feedspots top Australian women podcasts:
https://blog.feedspot.com/australian_women_podcasts/
Links:
https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/the-state-of-burnout-for-women-in-the-workplace
https://www2.deloitte.com/global/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/women-at-work-global-outlook.html
https://hbr.org/2014/12/rethink-what-you-know-about-high-achieving-women
Fierce Conversations, Susan Scott
Simon Sinek, Infinite Game
http://www.elevatewithgrace.com.auMusic created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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It is season wrap up time.
Reflections from the season & checked in on how we were living up to our missionImportance of celebrating small wins & encouragement for you to celebrate your winsOffered thoughts on most important and most enjoyable podsOur one wish for all women & BIG goal for 2022Why a Business or Financial Coach are keyCurated tips for switching off over the festive season (see below)Summer reading recommendations (a nice fictional change from our usual MO)
We are so incredibly grateful for all who have joined us on the podcast journey over the past few months & can not wait to return in 2022 with more curated content and bite sized actionable steps to move you from where you are to where you want to be. We wish you the very best over this festive time!
In this episode we reflect, discuss, curate & plan:SHOW NOTES:
Dictionary of Lost Words, Pip WilliamsSilent Patient, Alex MichaelidesDaisy Jones & the Six, Taylor Jenkins ReidMalibu Rising, Taylor Jenkins ReidThe Herd, Andrea BartzThe Nothing Man, Catherine RyanApples never Fall, Liane MoriartyKlara and the Sun, Kuzua IshiguroLove & Virtue, Diana ReidWell Hello, Annabel Crabb & Leigh Sales
Celebrating Small Wins TED talk by Canadian-based educator Mehrnaz Bassiri
Dare to Lead, Brene Brown
Self Care, Michelle Gibbings LINK
How to Holiday when your brain is still in work mode, Huffington Post, Rachel Moss LINK
For further switch off encouragement: FORBES, Michelle Gibbings,
If you are interested in Business Coaching and not sure where to start Inspired Reality with Belinda Cohen is my recommendation for my friends and colleagues https://www.inspiredreality.com.au/services/coaching
Summer Reads (only time Fiction graces our Pod)If you are keen to check out any of the books for Summer: http://www.booktopia.kh4ffx.net/Elevate
To catch up on all things Elevate with Grace please subscribe to our Instagram or Website
We would love your feedback. Please drop us a line via either of the above or our email [email protected]
Have a wonderful festive break and a very happy new year Elevatee's and we look forward to providing loads more to support your journey in 2022!
** Booktopia is an affiliate linkMusic created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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This week I have convinced my wonderfully talented co-host to share some more insights into her financial background as we introduce our last pillar, finessing your finances.
We share why we have included our financial pillar and set minds at ease. We are not financial advisors nor do we plan to be giving any direct investment advice.
Instead we want to bring awareness to the power that comes with a solid financial mindset, paired with some probing questions to help you identify when your financial literacy might need further curiosity.
Simple things like do you really know where your money is, how much ROI your cash is giving you, including super, that you have enough squirreled away that you donât need to tolerate an untenable situation - be that a manager or working environment and that you have not given your power. To explore our behaviour around money, conscious & subconscious and to acknowledge that as women we are far less comfortable discussing finances and therefore we are not supporting each other in this super important space
My interview with Claire explores her background in the financial industry, some insights and observations of the financial world. Find out how the average women responds when Claire shares she is from this world and a great discussion on how we start conversations with our friends and family around finance. And we need to start! We share some startling findings around Australian womenâs financial literacy and some books, articles & pods to get you started.
SHOW NOTES:
The Barefoot Investor, Scott Pape
Own It, Sallie Krawshuck
The Broke Generation, Emma Edwards
Winging It, Emma Isaacs
Sheâs on the Money, Victoria Devine
ARTICLE & REFERENCE LINKS:https://esacentral.org.au/images/PrestonWright.pdf
https://melbourneinstitute.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/3537441/HILDA-Statistical-report-2020.pdf
https://www.nineforbrands.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Australian-Financial-Review-Media-Kit-2020.pdf
https://www.lowellsun.com/2021/02/28/how-the-left-and-right-brain-affects-your-finances/
www.ellevest.com
Music created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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This week's pod, episode 10 we are exploring what it means to cultivate your career.
In terms of success on our own terms model, it's about having a long-term view of where you want to be, set some goals and work towards our future selves.Doing some mindful and active reflection on the year that's been and how that can help you think about career for 2022 and beyond.
Then using those reflections with some of the work we did in earlier podcasts, forming your why and what your long-term goals are. We'll give you a few thought starter hacks for setting yourself some career goals and doing a bit of career planning, because unbelievably we are in the very back end of 2021.
Quotes:
Steve Jobs, âThe only way to do great work is to love what you do.â Simon Sinek, âLoving your work is a right, not a privilege. Michelle Gibbings, âRegardless of how you feel about your job right now at some stage in the future, you'll need to shift, reshape or reinvent your career.âShow Notes:
HBR Women at Work
Michelle Gibbings, Career Leaps
The Squiggly Career, Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis
Impact Leaders, Liz Wiseman
What colour is your parachute 2021, Richard N Bolles with Katharine Brooks
Check out our website for 10 Cultivating Career Tips - the first 5 were shared in this podcast
http://www.elevatewithgrace.com.au
Several articles to help with your 2022 Career Planning:
https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it
Career-Leap-Exercises-2021-FINAL.pdf (michellegibbings.com)
https://www.extraordinaryyou.com.au/career-planning/
Music created by Claire's daughter Hannah
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