Well Workplaces: Recent Episodes
Tom Bosna
Well Workplaces features Tom Bosna who chats with passionate health and wellbeing leaders and industry innovators that share stories and tips to inspire healthy change in the workplace.
Well Workplaces has been designed to create authentic wellbeing conversations with health experts that address physical, mental, social and environmental health.
In this podcast episode, Tom welcomes Jeff Wetzler, who joins us from New York.
Jeff introduces his book 'Ask', which centres around enhancing relationships and learning from peers through the art of asking questions. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book, emphasising the pervasive and painful problem of disconnection he aims to address.
He outlines the ask approach, a set of five practices based on scientific research and practical testing designed to improve learning and relationships by fostering genuine curiosity and creating a psychologically safe environment for sharing. These practices include:
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choosing curiosity;
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making it safe;
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posing quality questions;
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learning actively; and
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the importance of reflecting and reconnecting.
Jeff also discusses the challenges of establishing genuine connections in a digital world, particularly in remote work settings, and offers strategies for organisations to cultivate better learning environments and encourage a culture of curiosity.
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Resources:
Connect with Jeff here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wetzler-9ba3824
https://www.askapproach.com/#Jeff
https://transcendeducation.org/
Ask: https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Hidden-Unexpected-Breakthroughs-Leadership/dp/0306832690
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About Jeff
Jeff Wetzler has been on a quarter-century quest to transform learning opportunities. Blending a unique set of leadership experiences in the fields of business and education, he’s pursued this quest as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, as a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America, and most recently, as co-CEO of Transcend, a nationally recognized innovation organization. ~
00:00 Welcoming Jeff to the Show
00:13 The Connection Through Topaz and Leadership in New Zealand
01:11 The Inspiration Behind Jeff's Book on Asking Questions
02:05 Exploring the Ask Approach and Its Impact on Relationships and Learning
03:24 The Challenge of Virtual Connections in Today's Work Environment
04:54 Diving Deep into the Ask Methodology: Curiosity as a Foundation
12:05 Making It Safe: Creating a Comfortable Environment for Sharing
17:41 The Art of Posing Quality Questions
22:15 The Importance of Listening and Understanding in Communication
29:54 Reflecting and Reconnecting: The Final Step in the Ask Approach
33:08 Facilitating Better Learning Environments in Organisations
In this episode, Tom has an insightful conversation with Sharon Darmody, marking her 20 years at Strive Occupational Rehab. They explore the evolution of workplace challenges, highlighting three main epidemics affecting today's work environments:
- mental health,
- technology, and
- loneliness.
Sharon shares insights from her book 'Work Your Magic' on creating healthier workplaces through early intervention and preventive measures. They delve into the importance of fostering connection, authenticity, and curiosity in the workplace to combat loneliness and enhance employee wellbeing.
The conversation also touches on the unique challenges and opportunities presented by remote work and the necessity for intentional actions to support the upcoming workforce.
00:00 Welcome to Well Workplaces: Exploring Health, Performance, and Culture
01:09 Introducing Our Guest: Jaron's Journey in Occupational Rehab
01:31 The Evolution of Occupational Health: From Treatment to Prevention
04:51 Tackling the Tech Epidemic: Finding Balance in a Digital World
08:29 Unveiling 'Work Your Magic': A Guide to Thriving at Work
09:22 The MAGIC Framework: Meaning, Authenticity, Ground Rules, Interaction, and Curiosity
29:23 The Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
31:56 Wrapping Up: Insights and Invitations from Well Workplaces
In today's episode, Tom chats with Olly Bridge, a visionary leader in athletic and corporate health sectors, and co-founder of Essentio Health. They discuss the importance of treating employees as 'corporate athletes' and the necessity of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.
Olly highlights his methodology that combines the latest in health assessments, including DNA testing, sleep analysis, and functional movement screenings to create personalised wellness plans for executives.
The discussion also touches on common health challenges faced by executives, such as sleep deprivation and stress management, and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for improving wellbeing. Additionally, the conversation explores the future of workplace wellness, emphasising the value of simple, foundational health practices and the potential impact of technological advances in enhancing health and performance.
00:00 Introduction to Well Workplaces Podcast
01:09 Meet Olly Bridge: A Visionary in Athletic and Corporate Wellness
02:45 The Genesis and Mission of Essentio Health
06:09 The Three-Legged Stool of Wellbeing: Activity, Nutrition, Recovery
24:45 Deep Dive into Sleep and Recovery Strategies
31:29 Looking Ahead: The Future of Health and Performance
Essentio Health
Olly Bridge
Today's episode features a conversation with Lucy Piper, a corporate climate expert and director at WorkforClimate.
Lucy shares her journey from experiencing climate anxiety to taking action by leveraging her professional skills for climate solutions. WorkforClimate aims to educate and empower employees to drive stronger climate action within their companies.
The discussion covers the importance of individual and collective action in the workplace for climate activism, the concept of corporate sustainability, and the effective strategies businesses can utilise for real environmental impact. Lucy and Tom also touch upon the significance of creating a community of workplace climate champions and address both the challenges and opportunities of promoting corporate sustainability and climate-conscious practices in the business sector.
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About LucyLucy Piper is a corporate climate expert and Director at WorkforClimate - an NFP that educates and empowers employees to help influence stronger climate action at their company.
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ResourcesWorkforClimate: https://www.workforclimate.org/Connect with Lucy Piper: https://au.linkedin.com/in/lucypiper
Today's episode features Dr. Michelle Lim, a leading scientific expert on loneliness and a practicing clinical psychologist. Dr. Michelle Lim discusses her personal experiences with loneliness and the importance of addressing social needs in healthcare and workplaces.
The conversation dives into the consequences of loneliness on health, including mental health issues and physical conditions such as heart disease. Dr. Lim also addresses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding loneliness, highlighting the need for increased awareness and open conversations.
Strategies for combating loneliness at an individual, relational, community, and policy level are discussed. The episode also explores the impact of remote and hybrid work models on loneliness and offers advice for leaders to foster social connection and wellbeing among their teams.
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Resources:
Ending Loneliness Together
ELT Downloadable Resources
Connect with Dr Michelle Lim
00:00 Welcome to Well Workplaces: Exploring Health, Performance, and Culture
01:16 Meet Dr. Michelle Lim: Australia's Leading Expert on Loneliness
02:06 Deep Dive into Loneliness: Personal Stories and Professional Insights
02:18 The Science of Loneliness: Understanding Its Impact and Solutions
05:26 The Role of Social Connections in Wellbeing and Work
12:39 Addressing Loneliness: Strategies for Individuals and Workplaces
16:30 The Future of Work: Hybrid Models, Loneliness, and Leadership Challenges
23:27 Closing Thoughts: The Importance of Addressing Loneliness
In today's episode, Tom discusses the challenges of time management and maintaining mental wellbeing in high-stress environments, particularly in start-ups, with guest Andrew Hartman, who shares his personal journey from education to the start-up world.
Andrew talks about the overwhelming nature of working in a marketing technology agency and the physical and mental toll of stress, leading to a significant health scare. Andrew's experience sparked a journey towards finding better ways to manage time and stress without sacrificing impact or mental health.
The conversation explores the commonality of these issues among professionals, the addiction to the stress cycle, and practical tips for effective time management and setting healthy work boundaries.
Andrew introduces his Time Boss model, focusing on the importance of prioritising tasks, protecting personal time, and being fully present in the moment to enhance productivity and wellness.
The episode emphasises the necessity of clear goals in meetings, closing down mental tabs at the end of the workday, and the value of time in fostering employee engagement and wellness.
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Resources
Time Boss: https://www.timeboss.us/masterclass
Connect with Andrew Hartman here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhartman
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Today, Tom Bosna, interviews Emmy Award-winning guest Topaz Adizes, the founder of the experience design studio called The Skin Deep. Topaz shares his journey from a traumatic childhood with arguing parents to finding solace in filmmaking and experiencing a turning point in Melbourne, Australia.
They discuss the importance of daily self-questioning and deep, meaningful conversation in the context of personal relationships and in the workplace. Topaz provides insights on learning to listen with one's whole body to stimulate authentic communication and introduces the 'Deep Listening' concept. They also reflect on society's increasing loneliness problem and how fostering better social connections can be a solution. Tom wraps up the conversation by sharing his intention to incorporate the insights gleaned from the interview while also inviting the listeners to do the same.
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Connect with Topaz Adizes
Book: 12 Questions for Love
The Skin Deep
{THE AND} Relationship Cardgame
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
In this conversation, Trier Bryant and Tom discuss the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Trier explains the difference between these three aspects and how they contribute to workplace culture.
Using practical examples, she emphasises respect for DEI as a discipline, similar to revenue generation or marketing, and suggests starting with small, manageable goals rather than attempting to overhaul an entire organisation. Trier also addresses the issue of tokenism and authenticity in DEI efforts, and shares her thoughts on how the future of work may look from a DEI perspective.
About Trier
Trier Bryant is a people-first leadership & inclusion expert and the founder of TrierBryant.com, a consulting firm that advises organisations on strategies and tactics to improve their workplace culture. Trier is also the co-founder of Just Work, a company that provides coaching and workshops to create more collaborative and equitable work environments. Trier has an extensive track record as an executive spearheading DEI & Inclusion initiatives at top organizations including Goldman Sachs, Twitter, and the U.S. Air Force. She also serves on the Board for Athena SPACs and Campaign Zero. Trier has been featured as an influential voice on leadership and DEI by publications including USA Today, CNN and Fortune.
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Connect with Trier Bryant
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
In today's episode, host, Tom Bosna and guest, Dr. Natalie Flatt, CEO and founder of Connect, Psych Services, discuss Superfriend's annual thriving indicators of workplace report.
Superfriend conducts the largest survey for workplace mental health and the report provides valuable insights into the state of workplace mental health across different industries. They discuss the importance of leadership roles and work design, while pointing out the worrying underuse of mental health support resources. The conversation also zeros in on the need for better strategies to tackle distressed workers and the high levels of reported burnout.~
ResourcesIndicators of a Thriving Workplace,
Australia’s largest workplace mental health survey.~
Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Welcome back to our latest episode. Joining us from Texas is Bjorn Billhardt, the CEO and founder of Abilitie, a global leadership development company.
Bjorn is a pioneer in e-learning and business simulations, co-founded Inspire Learning in 2001. With degrees from the University of Texas and Harvard Business School, he's the brains behind "The 12 Week MBA," a book distilling essential skills from Ability's renowned program.
Bjorn shares insights from his book, offering a practical guide to crucial skills in today's business world. Discover the impact on professionals at Fortune 500 companies like Coca-Cola and Dell.
We also hear about experiences steering Abilitie, his unique insights into leadership development, as well as his vision for the future of leadership development, drawing from his work with top-tier companies.
Big thanks to Bjorn for joining us. ~
About BjornBjorn Billhardt is CEO and founder of Abilitie, a global leadership development company. Prior to launching Abilitie, Bjorn co-founded Enspire Learning in 2001, an early pioneer of e-learning programs and business simulations. Bjorn holds a BA from the University of Texas and an MBA from Harvard Business School. A native of Hamburg, Germany, he came to the US as an exchange student in high school and now lives in Austin, TX with his wife and three young boys.~Resources
- The 12-Week MBA: Learn the Skills You Need to Lead in Business Today
- 12-week mini-MBA program
- Abilitie
- Dan Pink - Drive ~
Connect with Bjorn Billhardt on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjornbillhardt/
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to the Well Workplaces Podcast! Today's episode is a special one as we kick off FebFast. Joining Tom is Kathryn Elliott, Australia's leading specialist alcohol and binge drinking coach for high-functioning professionals. A returning guest from last year, Kathryn's expertise is regularly featured in lifestyle, health, business, and women's media nationally.
As one of two certified senior "This Naked Mind" specialist alcohol coaches in Australia, Kathryn shares her journey of living alcohol-free since July 1st, 2019. With over 30 years of personal experience as a former binge drinker, Kathryn believes in the power of vulnerability and sharing personal stories as a tool for healing and establishing a more balanced relationship with alcohol.
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Ep102 - Transforming Life: A Journey of Sobriety and Empowerment with Kathryn Elliott
Alcohol Coaches AustraliaHello, Sunday MorningThe Alcohol Mindset Coach - InstagramConnect with KathrynLast Drinks Podcast with Maz Compton~
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We've got a special episode lined up to kick off 2024, where we'll be talking about the key skill of situational leadership. Today's guest joins Tom all the way from Sweden.
Her name is Jessica Hill Holm and she's a leadership and executive coach and the founder of Hill Holm Coaching and Consulting. Now with over two decades of experience, she specialises in helping leaders and teams unlock their true potential.
Jessica incorporates the principles of Swedish excellence and combining her experience in leadership and competence development with a really deep understanding of international business dynamics. She's worked with some renowned companies like H&M, Nordea and Sandvik, as well as business incubators, start-ups to create successful organisations. Jessica's customised coaching solutions emphasise authentic leadership, clarity, and the pursuit of excellence.
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WebMD Article
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to the Well Workplaces Podcast! Today's guest is Rhiannon Puddy, Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Manager at Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust in Melbourne.
We explore Rhiannon's career path and discover what led her to health, safety, and wellbeing, uncovering the passion driving her commitment to creating healthy workplaces.
She also talks us through the challenges of health and wellbeing at work. Rhiannon shares insights on creating and facilitating wellbeing and safety, offering perspectives on overcoming obstacles in this dynamic field.
We learn of the essential elements for crafting effective wellbeing strategies. Rhiannon provides practical advice for organisations prioritising employee health and safety.
We also talk through emerging trends, innovative approaches, and predictions for the evolution of workplace health and safety.
Thanks for joining us on the journey to inspire healthy change in every workplace.
Connect with Rhiannon Puddy
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RESOURCES
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
Thanks once again for attending, and please get in touch via hello@pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au or https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this episode, we're joined by Derin McMains, the Director of Mental Performance at ReliaQuest and a former professional baseball player and manager. With over a decade of experience, McMains brings a unique perspective on achieving peak performance that extends beyond sports to impact various aspects of life.
Derin McMains, a seasoned mental performance expert, has crafted programs for renowned entities such as the San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and the University of Notre Dame. His journey from professional baseball to mental performance coaching unveils insights that resonate across different life domains.
Key talking points include debunking the work-life balance myth and highlighting the significance of work-life presence for success and well-being. McMains also shares strategies for navigating challenging days, cultivating a world-class mindset, and maintaining a professional edge. Insights on teammate development and the unique role of a mental performance coach versus a psychologist are explored.
Join us for a compelling conversation with Derin McMains, gaining valuable insights into unlocking peak performance that goes beyond the sports arena to enhance personal and professional life.
It can be a real challenge in workplaces to know what to assess, which wellbeing initiatives to run, and which of those need to be prioritised in order to reduce the overall health risks for your employees.Many wellbeing leaders struggle with the notion that many of their wellbeing program engagements throughout the year are only engaged in by the “healthiest” employees, or those that arguably may be already proactively looking after their own health and wellbeing.In Australia and New Zealand, 2 out of 3 people will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70.This is a harrowing statistic, and given our affinity in these countries to embracing the outdoors, sport, beaches, the clean air and open spaces, it is clear that prevention and protection against skin cancer is vitally important.While we are dropping a few stats, there is data that we have gathered at Pinnacle Health Group, in relation to the employee skin cancer checks that we deliver. And its a doozy:Of the employees that undergo a skin cancer check with Pinnacle at their workplace -for up to 71 percent of these people - it is their first ever skin cancer check they've had conducted.To put this in simpler terms, if these employees didn't have a skin cancer check arranged with their workplace, they simply would not have had their skin checked for suspicious lesions, spots to watch, and of course, cancers.Skin Cancer Checks are our most popular employee health check, and with the pending Spring and Summer seasons approaching quickly, we feel that it’s a super-important time to share our knowledge and advice, to ensure that workplaces can effectively deliver skin cancer checks moving forward.In this interactive and practical workshop delivered by Trent Marsh, National Health and Wellbeing Manager you will learn: The background of employee skin cancer checks, and what the most popular skin cancer checks entail The logistics, considerations, and planning process to delivering a highly engaged workplace skin check program The importance of awareness and communication in order to engage employees in skin cancer checks How skin cancer checks can be delivered for the hybrid workforce How to inspire employees from all health backgrounds to get regular check ups And how to use the skin check program data obtained in checks to guide decision making on your overall employee wellbeing programThis one-hour session is interactive and suitable for leaders in HR, Health and Wellbeing or Health and Safety, or team leaders looking to inspire their team to healthy change.This 30 minute Masterclass, delivered by Josh Lambert, is interactive and suitable for people in HR, or Health, Safety and Wellbeing professionals in large organisations, government teams, those working in mid-tier businesses and even small business owners.
Today, we're joined by Jess Ekserdjian and Sophie Curtis, clinical psychologists and co-founders of Enso Workplace Wellbeing. Their extensive experience in public mental health and private practice has honed their focus on workplace wellbeing and resilience.
Resilience, for Jess and Sophie, is not just about bouncing back from adversity but thriving during stability. They emphasise the pivotal role of mindset, employing psychological frameworks like CBT and self-compassion.
Their workshops empower individuals to identify and reframe negative thoughts, leading to tangible improvements in workplace wellbeing and performance. They stress the importance of open dialogues on workplace wellbeing and have found active employee engagement to be a powerful tool. The pandemic has underscored the relevance of resilience, making it a post-COVID buzzword. Jess and Sophie recommend organisations measure the impact of resilience programs on both employees and workplace culture.
Looking ahead, they foresee a sustained focus on workplace resilience and wellbeing, recognising its pivotal role in organisational success. This emphasis will be critical for organisations navigating the evolving landscape of work.
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Resources
Pinnacle Performance Club: Jess Ekserdjian and Sophie Curtis
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Week Three: National Safe Work Month
Working together to support all workers during National Safe Work Month
Host Tom Bosna explores Week Three of National Safe Work Month, stressing tailored approaches for varied worker groups. He underscores the importance of training and communication, especially for young and culturally diverse workers. Tom highlights risks for remote workers and labour hire employees, emphasising joint responsibility.
He shares a personal experience on workers' comp stigma, emphasising the need for a supportive work environment. Tom encourages ongoing efforts for year-round workplace safety and invites listener engagement.
~Resources:
https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/psychosocial-support-in-the-workplace/
Podcast Version: Pinnacle Health Group Masterclass - Psychosocial Support in the Workplace
Thanks for listening to the audio version of our Masterclass "Psychosocial Support in the Workplace" - clearly a huge topic, and front of mind for many of you right now! As mentioned, the session today aimed to share some insights into not only the changes in WHS legislation and requirements of workplaces to manage psychosocial hazards, but also the broader context and integration of these requirements with the overall HS&W strategy at your organisation.
As also mentioned - this session only scratched the surface in terms of understanding best practice, and how to actually implement the risk management process in your workplace.
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on LinkedIn or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Week Two: National Safe Work Month
Working together to protect workers' mental health during National Safe Work Month
In this episode, Tom explores Week Two of National Safe Work Month, emphasising the theme, "For Everyone's Safety, Work Safely." He highlights the significance of safeguarding mental health in the workplace, alongside physical health.
Tom discusses psychosocial hazards, encompassing risks to psychological and physical wellbeing. These hazards include factors like job demands, low control, poor support and stresses the importance of role clarity and effective communication in managing these risks.
The episode touches on the challenges of remote or isolated work, which can lead to limited access to resources and communication issues. Tom advises consulting workers and adopting a comprehensive risk management approach.~Resources:
https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/psychosocial-support-in-the-workplace/
Podcast Version: Pinnacle Health Group Masterclass - Psychosocial Support in the Workplace
Thanks for listening to the audio version of our Masterclass "Psychosocial Support in the Workplace" - clearly a huge topic, and front of mind for many of you right now! As mentioned, the session today aimed to share some insights into not only the changes in WHS legislation and requirements of workplaces to manage psychosocial hazards, but also the broader context and integration of these requirements with the overall HS&W strategy at your organisation.
As also mentioned - this session only scratched the surface in terms of understanding best practice, and how to actually implement the risk management process in your workplace.
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on LinkedIn or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Week One: National Safe Work Month
Creating a Safe and Healthy Workplace: The Power of Proactive Risk Management during National Safe Work Month
In today's solo episode of the Well Workplaces Podcast, Tom Bosna delves into workplace safety and risk management. Timed for National Safe Work Month, the theme, "For Everyone's Safety, Work Safely" urges workplaces to prioritise safety, aiming to reduce work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Tom emphasises the significance of proactive risk management, highlighting its immense contribution to the nation's economy, potentially saving a staggering $28.6 billion by eliminating work-related injuries and illnesses.
The episode covers the risk management process, starting with hazard identification. He provides examples of common hazards, from working at heights to exposure to dust and gases, underlining the broad scope of risk management. Tom addresses the challenges of remote work, emphasising the employer's responsibility in ensuring proper equipment and workstation setups. The episode also touches on psychosocial hazards and offers strategies for managing the risk of UV exposure, particularly relevant for outdoor workers. Tom emphasises inclusivity in decision-making and concludes by urging a collective commitment to workplace safety.
~Resources:
https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/psychosocial-support-in-the-workplace/
Podcast Version: Pinnacle Health Group Masterclass - Psychosocial Support in the Workplace
Thanks for listening to the audio version of our Masterclass "Psychosocial Support in the Workplace" - clearly a huge topic, and front of mind for many of you right now! As mentioned, the session today aimed to share some insights into not only the changes in WHS legislation and requirements of workplaces to manage psychosocial hazards, but also the broader context and integration of these requirements with the overall HS&W strategy at your organisation.
As also mentioned - this session only scratched the surface in terms of understanding best practice, and how to actually implement the risk management process in your workplace.
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Connect with Well Workplaces on LinkedIn or Join the community for exclusive events here.
If you work in the workplace wellbeing, health and safety or human resources space, chances are you have heard a lot lately around “Psychosocial Risk” and “Psychosocial Support”.
The development of new workplace regulations in Australia has strengthened workplace health and safety laws, to better address risks to workplace psychological health. This has meant that workplace stakeholders have needed to improve education and awareness related to psychosocial hazards, to minimise or eliminate these risks in Australian workplaces and help to build safe and healthy workplaces.
At Pinnacle Health Group, we are fielding loads of enquiries relating to psychosocial support, and the practical ways to provide services and programs to complement psychosocial risk management policies and procedures.
We delivered July and August Masterclasses on this topic: Psychosocial Support for Workplaces.
In this session, we provide an overview of:
- the role of psychosocial support in overall workplace health and wellbeing
- an overview of the key categories of psychosocial risk in the workplace
- how to provide easy access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- implementing regular employee access to 1:1 conversations and feedback
- and understanding the training/resources relating to responding to mental health risks
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RESOURCES
Thanks for listening to the audio version of our Masterclass "Psychosocial Support in the Workplace" - clearly a huge topic, and front of mind for many of you right now! As mentioned, the session today aimed to share some insights into not only the changes in WHS legislation and requirements of workplaces to manage psychosocial hazards, but also the broader context and integration of these requirements with the overall HS&W strategy at your organisation.
As also mentioned - this session only scratched the surface in terms of understanding best practice, and how to actually implement the risk management process in your workplace.
The Model Code of Practice (i.e. how to actually implement the process at your organisation) can be found below, using the link.
LINK HERE TO PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY MODEL CODE OF PRACTICE
Some other handy resources include:
- explanation of WHS law changes and requirements of workplaces
- FAQs regarding psychosocial safety
Thanks once again for attending, and please reach out if you have any questions or require support with any WHS related matters to hello@pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au or https://pinnaclehealthgroup.com.au/
~ About Josh Lambert
This 30 minute Masterclass, delivered by Josh Lambert, is interactive and suitable for people in HR, or Health, Safety and Wellbeing professionals in large organisations, government teams, those working in mid-tier businesses and even small business owners.
Josh is a wellbeing entrepreneur, physiotherapist, speaker, and co-owner of Pinnacle Health Group. He is a workplace wellbeing leader and advocate, and along with hosting regular master classes and events and being featured on wellbeing panels and published for wellbeing articles in publications such as Men's Fitness Magazine and the AFR.
Josh's current role involves consulting many of Australia's largest workplaces on their employee wellbeing strategy - which includes mapping out an annual calendar of health initiatives delivered by the PHG team.
Josh's belief is that workplaces and organisations are, not only responsible for the wellbeing of their own employees, but for inspiring healthy change in teams, families, communities and society as a whole.
In this episode, Dr. Kristy Goodwin, an expert in digital wellbeing, explores the significance of digital balance in today's hyperconnected world. She defines digital wellbeing and discusses its importance for individuals in their personal lives and the workplace.
Amid constant connectivity, maintaining a healthy work-life balance can be challenging. Dr. Goodwin provides practical strategies to establish healthier boundaries and overcome the multitasking trap, allowing individuals to maintain focus and effectiveness.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation as we explore digital wellbeing, technology's impact on the workplace, and actionable steps for cultivating a healthy relationship with technology for personal and professional growth.
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Dr Kristy's Top Resource Recommendations
Buy Dr Kristy Goodwin's book: Dear Digital, We Need To Talk
Connect with Dr Kristy
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to a special solo episode of Well Workplaces podcast with your host, Tom Bosna. Today, we're diving into the remarkable journey of Pinnacle Health Group's transformation.
In this episode, we explore how Pinnacle Health Group boldly shifted its focus to corporate health, wellbeing and safety, as well as the recent divestment of its wellness centres. This strategic change is a testament to the power of embracing transformation for both businesses and individuals. We draw insights from personal experiences as entrepreneurs, learning to navigate change while keeping egos in check.
Pinnacle Health Group's new direction is built on three pillars:
- Empowering occupational health and safety services;
- Expanding health assessments; and
- Delivering education through the Pinnacle Performance Club.
By setting ambitious goals, adapting to change, and seeking growth, we're reminded that every setback is a chance for a comeback.
Remember that change is inevitable in life and business and it's how we respond that defines our journey.
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Resources
Pinnacle Health Group
Pinnacle Performance Club
Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this episode, we sit down with Simon Ursell, co-founder and leader of Tyler Grange, to explore his journey in introducing a four-day work week and its remarkable outcomes. Simon shares the story behind Tyler Grange's inception and the specific strategies that led to increased productivity, higher job applications, and improved employee well-being.
Simon's passion for workplace well-being and employee performance is evident as he emphasises the impact of a strong company culture and a focus on employee happiness on overall business success. He discusses the importance of recruiting with shared values in mind and how it has positively influenced Tyler Grange's organization.
Simon's valuable advice for organisations considering a four-day workweek or aiming to improve workplace culture, along with insights gained from his role as a non-executive director, offers valuable guidance for businesses seeking to break conventions and thrive while maintaining a positive company culture.
Join us for an insightful discussion on reimagining work schedules and fostering a happier, more productive workforce.
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About Simon
Simon Ursell is the MD of UK B Corp four-day week environmental consultancy Tyler Grange. Simon co-founded and has led the UK nationwide firm for 13 years and is also a non-executive director of iGem an IT recruitment and another 4-day week company, as well as a non-executive director of Mindful Peak performance - a mindfulness organisation that supports young carers and provides mindfulness coaching to business leaders and elite athletes.
Over the last decade he’s grown Tyler Grange from start-up to market leader, employing some 100 people in six offices located across the UK. He now provides advice to other start-ups and innovative organisations seeking to break conventions and grow quickly.
Simon’s a mental health advocate with a particular passion for workplace wellbeing, employee performance and company culture - which led to the introduction of a four-day work week - where everyone works reduced hours and no one works Fridays whilst losing no salary or benefits - and resulted in:
- A 22% increase in productivity working four days rather than five
- An 88% increase in CVs received and 66% reduction in absenteeism
- Employees being 28% less tired and 14% happier
Simon believes that change is always a good thing - taking risks and disrupting the norms. He believes in business that creates positive outcomes for the environment, society and the people that work for them.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this episode, we uncover the profound impact of sleep on our health and performance with Olivia Arrezolo. We explore common sleep disorders and how they affect our overall wellbeing. As well as Understanding the different stages of sleep and their significance in maintaining a healthy sleep cycle is crucial for optimising restorative rest. Olivia also shares her top 7 bedtime tips for a restful sleep.
The relationship between mental health and sleep is explored, highlighting the importance of restful sleep for emotional wellbeing. We also discuss how sleep needs change throughout our lifespan, from infancy to old age, and the role of nutrition in promoting healthy sleep patterns.
Join us to unlock the power of sleep for a healthier and more successful life.
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Olivia Arrezolo
Get Olivia's Book: Bear, Lion or Wolf: the missing link you need to get your best nights sleep - and live your best life.
Connect with Olivia
Follow Olivia on Instagram
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome to an exciting episode of our podcast, where we delve into the world of leadership, sales, and personal development. Today, our guest is Bill Nikolouzakis, a seasoned entrepreneur and former C-level executive, who understands the critical role of personal growth in organisational success. With a track record of founding and leading multiple companies, Bill has established himself as a thought leader in the industry.
In this episode, we explore Bill's journey, from his early entrepreneurial ventures to his successful tenure as a group CEO. Now, as the Managing Director of Levels Growth Consultants and Co-founder of the digital law firm Bond Conveyancing, Bill shares his expertise in revenue growth and creating high-performance cultures.
We dive into the importance of responsibility, accountability, and passion in setting up a high-performance culture within organisations. Bill provides actionable insights on turning around toxic cultures and implementing positive change in businesses of all sizes. He emphasises the crucial role of leadership and shares practical advice for building high-performance teams.
If you're looking to enhance team culture, motivate individuals, and drive better performance, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the secrets to building a thriving organisation and maximising success in today's competitive landscape.
Note: Don't miss out on this performance-focused conversation with Bill Nikolaos, where you'll gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to transform your workplace culture and drive exceptional results.
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Resources
Bill Nikolouzakis
Connect with Bill Book Recommendation: Good to Great by Jim Collins
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Well Workplaces podcast. In this episode, host Tom sits down with special guest Kathryn Elliot to explore her personal journey of sobriety and empowerment. Kathryn shares her experiences, challenges, and the transformative lessons she has learned along the way. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into her story of growth and resilience.
Kathryn opens up about her teenage years in the 1980s, where binge drinking was normalized and revered in the culture she grew up in. She discusses the impact this had on her perceptions and behaviours around alcohol. Despite her desire for a healthy lifestyle, breaking the cycle of binge drinking proved challenging. Kathryn discovered a new approach to sobriety through Annie Grace and The Alcohol Experiment, which had a profound impact on her decision-making.
Throughout the conversation, Kathryn shares her remarkable strength in maintaining sobriety during a breast cancer diagnosis. She recounts the emotional journey she faced without relying on alcohol and how it changed her perspective on life and everyday moments. As Kathryn turned 50, she shares her aspirations for the future and her dedication to supporting others through her tailored coaching programs for binge drinkers.
Tune in to this powerful episode as Kathryn Elliot shares her insights, experiences, and advice for anyone struggling with binge drinking and seeking a path to empowerment and a healthier, alcohol-free life.
Note: Don't miss out on this transformative episode of the Well Workplaces podcast. Listen to the full conversation for a deeper understanding of Kathryn's journey and the valuable lessons she shares.
Resources
Alcohol Coaches Australia
Hello, Sunday Morning
The Alcohol Mindset Coach - Instagram
Connect with Kathryn
Last Drinks Podcast with Maz Compton
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of burnout prevention with high-performance coach and author Melo Calarco. Melo shares his expertise on recognising and addressing burnout, workplace factors that contribute to it, and practical strategies for prevention.
Melo defines burnout and distinguishes it from everyday stress, highlighting common signs and symptoms to watch out for. He emphasises the impact of burnout on overall wellbeing and performance. Workplace factors that contribute to burnout are explored, along with actionable steps employers can take to create healthier work environments.
You'll gain insights into practical prevention strategies, including self-care practices and mindfulness techniques. Melo also discusses the importance of work-life balance and offers effective time management strategies. The role of mindfulness in burnout prevention and long-term solutions for sustaining wellbeing and resilience are also addressed.
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Melo Calarco as we uncover valuable insights and empowering strategies for preventing burnout and living a meaningful, balanced life.
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Resources:
- Free Sample Chapter: Book Sample
- Beating Burnout Finding Balance (Australia): Booktopia AU | Amazon AU
- Beating Burnout Finding Balance (US Barnes and Noble): Barnes and Noble
- Melo's Free Meditations on Insight Timer: Insight Timer
- Melo's LinkedIn: LinkedIn
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to Well Workplaces! In this solo episode, Tom dives into the highly acclaimed book, "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.
You've probably seen it on bestseller lists, including the New York Times, with over 10 million copies sold worldwide. Today, we'll be exploring the 10 key lessons from this book, specifically focusing on their application to men's health. However, these lessons can benefit everyone!
The book delves into the process of habit formation and how it can drive personal growth in areas like health and performance. By understanding the principles discussed, we can make lasting changes in our lives. This episode aims to provide a glimpse into the top 10 lessons, allowing listeners to gain valuable insights without spoiling the entire book.
Join us as we explore the remaining lessons in the upcoming episodes, where we'll discuss the power of identity, environment, and other crucial aspects of habit formation. Get ready to unlock the potential of atomic habits and make positive changes in your life.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this solo episode of our podcast, Tom Bosna discusses the concept of deloading and how it can help you achieve your fitness and work goals. Deloading involves taking a step back and allowing your body and mind to recover to prevent injury and maintain productivity.
Tom explores how deloading can be applied to various aspects of our lives including fitness, work, and managing stress levels. Just like a graph, where we train with increasing intensity for a specific period, then dip down for a deloading week or an offloading week before returning to regular training, we can apply this concept to our everyday lives.
Tom discusses the importance of managing time and energy as valuable resources and prioritising rest and recovery tactics such as exercise, meditation, and spending quality time with loved ones. Tom also explore the importance of mental and emotional recovery, focusing on quality over quantity in both strength training form and work output.
You will learn about realistic planning, delegation, and saying no to certain activities during high workload periods can help manage energy levels. We will also look at the benefits of social connection, setting up more realistic deadlines, and scheduling regular breaks throughout the year. Make sure to listen to this episode to equip yourself with the tools needed to handle the stresses of work and life!
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Are you someone who feels burned out and overworked? Have you been feeling like life is just moving too fast for you lately? If you're looking to slow down and create a slower lifestyle, this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast is just what you need.
Today, Tom is joined by Dr Natalie Flatt; the co-founder and CEO of Connect Psych Services. Together, they discuss the notion of slow living and creating a slower lifestyle, something that is increasingly important in today's busy and pressured work environment.
Dr Natalie highlights the negative impact of hustle culture, where success is often measured by speed, leading to burnout being all too common in our society. However, by intentionally slowing down, we can combat this and improve both our mental and physical health.
They also explore the importance of quality time and relationships, especially in the face of workplace stress. While there is still a mentality in some workplaces that one must do a million things at once, being intentional and focusing on the quality of our time and relationships is what really counts.
They discuss the three pillars that can help us create a more intentional and slower lifestyle: intentionality, quality, and conscious effort. By adopting these pillars, we can reduce FOMO and improve our mental health and productivity.
Finally, they offer some practical tips and suggestions for slowing down and being more mindful in our daily lives, such as taking deep breaths and turning off the TV during our commute. By focusing on these small changes and habit creation, we can sustainably achieve a slower lifestyle and improve our overall wellbeing.
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
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Resources
Worksafe Australia
Ep094 - The Art of Thinking About Thinking: A Deep Dive into Metacognition with Dr. Natalie FlattEp068 - How To Support Your Vagus Nerve Function For Optimal Mental Health with Dr Natalie Flatt
Ep065 - R U STILL OK? With Dr Natalie Flatt PhD
Are you a man who struggles to open up about your feelings? You're not alone. It's a common problem many men face, but don't worry because there is progress in breaking down that barrier. In our latest episode, Tom had the pleasure of connecting with Dr. Natalie Flatt to discuss men's health, particularly with Men's Health Week coming up.
Dr Natalie emphasises the importance of checking in with our emotions, and how language plays a critical role in many areas of men's mental health. She discusses how Affect Labelling is the science behind talking about emotions, which comes from our evolution and survival mechanism. Our brain tells us to either fight or flight when we feel threatened, leading to anxiety and anger.
Men's mental health can suffer when they believe there's only one solution to their problems. That's why self-check-ins and expanding our emotional vocabulary is essential to identifying emotions during threatening situations.
So, if you're ready to take the first step towards better mental health, listen to this episode now. It's informative and engaging, with plenty of insights into how men can break down the barriers and connect with their emotions.
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
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Resources
Ep057 - Supporting Men's Mental Health This Year and Into The Future with Dr Natalie Flatt Ph.DYou can also listen to Episode 036, mentioned in today's episode - Affect Labelling and why naming your emotions is great for your stress response with Dr Natalie Flatt
Documentary Reference: The Mask you Live In
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're thrilled to welcome Chloe McLeod to the Well Workplaces community. Chloe is an expert in nutrition for optimising your health and wellbeing. She has more than 12 years experience in the industry, and her expertise in gut health, food intolerance and sports nutrition makes her one of the most sought after nutrition experts in the country. Chloe knows how to help her clients be their healthiest selves and her passion and expertise makes her one of the leading experts in nutrition in Australia.
In this episode, we chat with Chloe about the importance of gut health, how food affects our mood, and tips for making healthier nutrition choices. We also touch on popular trends such as protein intake and coffee consumption.
Many people seek out the help of a dietician for various reasons, such as weight loss, food intolerances, and gut health issues. Chloe explains how FODMAPS can play a role in gut health and how to identify and manage intolerances.
When it comes to making healthier food choices, preparation is key. Chloe shares her tips on meal planning and preparing nutritious meals to help establish healthy habits. We also discuss the importance of protein in our diets and whether it's a trend or a necessity.
Finally, we touch on the topic of coffee and its effects on our health. Chloe shares some insight into the benefits and potential drawbacks of consuming coffee and how to make the most of our caffeine intake.
If you're interested in connecting or working with Chloe, you can reach out to her at chloe@verdenutrition.co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode!
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Resources
www.chloemcleod.com
www.verdenutrition.co
Instagram @chloe_mcleod_dietitian
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to Timeout With Tom. This episode features Samuel Eddy, founder, principal consultant and educator at Openchange. Samuel Eddy has helped small, medium and large organisations across Australia boost employee mental health and wellbeing and reduce stress in one-off guest speaking wellness events, ongoing group training and one-on-one coaching sessions.
Samuel discusses the stress temperature check tool, which can be used every day to become more aware of stress levels and create well-being anchors. The stress temperature check measures how much nervous tension is in the body or system at any one time. He suggests that understanding physical symptoms of stress, behavioural changes, and other indicators can help individuals determine their stress temperature. Ideally, people should aim to spend as much time in the green zone, where their mind is calm and focused on the present. However, it is also important to recognise and manage stress levels in the yellow zone, where people are more decisive and productive, to prevent slipping into the orange or red zone, where burnout can occur.
Samuel also shares his personal experience of ignoring warning signs and mistaking high stress levels for normal.
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Resources
Take your Stress Temperature Test Here
Episode 04 - How to take a stress temperature check? Samuel Eddy principal consultant and educator
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In today's special episode of the podcast, Tom's joined by Dr Natalie Flatt, a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services who is passionate about changing the conversation around mental health.
In this chat, Dr Natalie shares her insights on the topic of metacognition, as well as explaining:
- What is metacognition?
- Why is metacognition important in daily life and how does it improve our learning?
- What are the 5 metacognitive strategies?
- Examples of metacognition to use in every day life.
We encourage you to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues to continue promoting healthy conversations around mental health and the importance of metacognition in our daily lives.
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Resources
https://theconversation.com/how-metacognition-thinking-about-thinking-can-improve-the-mental-health-crisis-170769
Helpful article about kids, but also great for adults: https://childmind.org/article/how-metacognition-can-help-kids/
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome back to Timeout with Tom.
In this short episode, we cut into the conversation here where Tom's talking about being a grouchy parent at times! Charlotte explains exactly what the CALMER Parent Wellbeing Model™ is and this episode will help you understand a framework for how to find some calm in what is a busy feeling when you're a parent. Charlotte is a mindfulness and wellbeing practitioner and coach with over 15 years of experience of sharing positive psychology. and the neuroscience within corporates and education and Charlotte specific focuses on helping parents to be their best selves through the CALMER Parent Wellbeing Model™
You can listen to the full episode: Ep064 - The CALMER™ Parent Wellbeing Model with mindfulness and wellbeing practitioner, Charlotte JamesonWe ask Charlotte how this rise in mental distress has affected people? She has found that a lot of her clients are suggesting they are not the parents they had planned to be and Charlotte puts it to us: When have you been the parent you wanted to be? What was working for you? What support did you have?
Charlotte shares some incredible tweaks to your day through the CALMER™ model to help navigate certain stress.
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About Charlotte Jameson
Mindfulness and wellbeing practitioner - follow on Instagram and visit her website Wellbeing Gets Real
Take the CALMER Parent Wellbeing Model™ _ Audit Questionnaire
Other resources:
PERMA Model - Seligman’s PERMA+ Model Explained: A Theory of Wellbeing
VIA Character Strengths - Bring Your Strengths to Life & Live More Fully
One Handed Cooks
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're thrilled to welcome Natalie Moore to the show. Today, Natalie has morphed her twenty year career into her business Own Your Health Collective where together with her co-founder they advocate for whole health and wellbeing support - from nutrition, mindset, EQ, stress management, women's and men's health, yoga and meditation, psychological safety, developing relationships - to name a few.
The business also has a niche focus of supporting Menopause in the community and in the workplaces. With Australia having 6.4 million women 40+, it is an opportune time to support this generation of women who are passionately working and living to have a fulfilled, satisfying life and career.
It is time to break the taboo and embrace this very natural phase of life, so that women leading into, during and post Menopause can continue to prosper and live their best life.
In today's episode, Tom and Natalie discuss:
- What is menopause?
- How long does it last?
- Why is it a workplace issue?
- How can we bring this discussion into workplaces
- Vision for future workplace
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Resources
Own Your Health Collective: https://ownyourhealthco.com.au/about-us/about-you-own-your-health-collective/#
Connect with Natalie https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliemoore22/
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Melanie Borg, found of The Good Move. Melanie is a registered physiotherapist & clinical Pilates instructor and launched The Good Move in late 2022.
Following many years of working in private practice and her current role in workplace injury management, Melanie founded The Good Move - a series of short movement based videos that promote regular movement throughout the day.
We also discuss:
- The importance of movement and physical activity for overall health and wellbeing
- The negative effects of prolonged sedentary behaviour and the rise of this issue with remote work
- The benefits of incorporating movement breaks throughout the workday
- How The Good Move is helping individuals and workplaces prioritize movement and combat the negative effects of sedentary behavior
- Tips and advice for individuals looking to incorporate more movement into their daily routines, including easy exercises that can be done at home or in the office
The future of The Good Move and its plans for expansion and growth If you're looking to improve your health and wellbeing, particularly in the context of remote work, then this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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Connect with Melanie Ferns (nee Borg)
https://www.thegoodmove.com.au/
Instagram The Good Move
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects:
- Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success
- The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves
- Using empathy for A+ leadership
- Building Resilience to bounce back from setback
In this episode, Tom and Poppy discuss the topic of resilience and how it affects our lives. They address the common misconception that resilience is something that only some people possess and argue that it's a learned skill that can grow as we face challenges and stress. Poppy explains that resilience is not just about bouncing back from setbacks, but it's also an outlook that we can develop to help us focus on the important things in life.
Poppy emphasises the importance of recognizing our own imperfections and differences, which can help us become more compassionate and curious about ourselves and others. She highlights that resilience isn't just for the few with strong inner strength, but it's attainable for all of us. The duo shares their own experiences of facing challenges and setbacks, and how they have learned to cultivate resilience over time.
Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights and actionable tips on how to build resilience, such as developing a growth mindset, building a support network, and practicing self-care. Overall, this episode provides a powerful reminder that resilience is not a fixed trait, but a skill that can be cultivated and strengthened over time.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects:
- Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success
- The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves
- Using empathy for A+ leadership
- Building Resilience to bounce back from setback
In this episode, we explore the topic of empathy and empathetic leadership. Poppy discusses the importance of empathy in today's hybrid work environment and breaks down what empathy truly means.
Empathy is our ability to see the world through other people's eyes. It involves being compassionate to their feelings and emotions and requires us to put our own egos aside. Self-awareness is also key to empathy as it allows us to recognise our own imperfections and be more curious and compassionate towards the imperfections and differences of others.
Poppy also touches on the neuroscience behind empathy, with the emotional centre of our brain perceiving the feelings of others and the cognitive centre of our brain working to understand and help them. Empathy is a vital skill for leaders to cultivate as it allows them to connect with their teams on a deeper level, understand their needs and perspectives, and ultimately drive better results. Tune in to this episode to learn more about empathy and how to become a more empathetic leader.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects:
- Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success
- The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves
- Using empathy for A+ leadership
- Building Resilience to bounce back from setback
In this episode, we dive into the topic of self-awareness and its importance in our personal and professional lives, especially for those in leadership positions. Poppy that self-awareness is about understanding our strengths and weaknesses, our values and motivations. It drives the impact we have on ourselves and others. We discuss the practical applications of self-awareness, such as increased self-confidence, openness to feedback, and a desire to improve. When we are self-aware, we can show up authentically and encourage others to do the same, leading to greater success and fulfilment. Tune in to discover how to cultivate greater self-awareness and unlock your full potential.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We are excited to present our newest 4-part mini-series, Courageous Women Leaders, featuring high-performance consultant Poppy Griffiths. Tune in as we engage in insightful conversations around these four key subjects:
- Tapping into self-awareness and strengths for success
- The power of vulnerability to show up as our best selves
- Using empathy for A+ leadership
- Building Resilience to bounce back from setback
In today's episode, we discuss the concept of courageous leadership with Poppy, who believes that everyone has the potential to be a leader regardless of their gender, job role, or career path. We explore how anyone can develop the courage to find their potential and positively impact their own lives and the lives of others.
Some key points from today's conversation:
- We are all leaders with unique talents that we can use to make positive contributions in our families, communities, and organisations.
- Courageous leadership is about taking responsibility for finding potential in ourselves and others, and having the courage to develop it in any situation, even when we can't control or predict the outcome.
- Doubts and fears are a natural part of being human, but they can fuel negative thoughts and limit our ability to make a positive impact.
- By being courageous in how we lead ourselves and influence others, we can build deeper connections and relationships, perform at our best individually and collectively, and ultimately be happier.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Today's episode is all about embracing equity in the workplace, in honour of International Women's Day. Tom is joined by Poppy Griffiths, director of UnlimitU, a high performance consultancy, keynote speaker, and educator on leadership, working parents, and team culture.
Together, they discuss practical strategies for embracing equity at the individual, team, and organisational level. They touch on important topics, such as calling out biases in the workplace, finding allyship, and building D&I solutions that work. This episode aims to provide actionable insights and takeaways for listeners to implement in their own workplaces.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Poppy Griffiths and celebrate International Women's Day with the Well Workplaces Podcast.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome to the Timeout with Tom, where we explore how to find balance in a world filled with screens, pings, and notifications. In today's episode, we discuss the fine balance between being online, being offline, and being present inside our brains. Our guest is Dr. Kristy Goodwin, a digital wellbeing expert and author of the book "Dear Digital: We Need to Talk."
Topic Discussion: Tom and Kristy dive into the topic of multitasking and the question of whether it is truly possible. Kristy shares her insights and the latest scientific research on the effects of multitasking on the brain. She explains how our brains are not designed for multitasking and what happens when we try to juggle multiple tasks at once.
Kristy also provides practical tips on how we can minimise multitasking in our daily lives and improve our productivity and focus. She emphasises the importance of taking breaks and setting boundaries to ensure a healthy relationship with technology.
Dr Kristy Goodwin highlights the importance of being aware of our digital habits and finding a balance between being online and offline. She encourages listeners to take small steps towards creating healthier digital habits and invites them to read her book, "Dear Digital: We Need to Talk."
Thank you for tuning in to Timeout with Tom.
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Resources
Ep012 Chasing dopamine and the lost art of deep work with Dr Kristy Goodwin - Digital Wellbeing Expert - listen to the full episode here. Here is the link to Kristy's book (use the code freeshipping_dd for free shipping). We would also love to share some other resources from Dr Kristy here.
Connect with Dr Kristy Goodwin
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Pinnacle Hybrid Wellbeing Program | Give your employees a health and wellbeing platform they’ll actually use. Book a demo today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Introducing Nick Jonsson, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Executives Global Network (EGN) and who is high-achiever with a background in executive leadership and top 1% world age group triathlete.
Nick is also the author of the international bestselling book "Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety & Depression in the Modern Business World"
In today's episode, Tom chats with Nick about:
- Nick's background in the corporate world and his journey to leave the corporate world and start EGN.
- Highlighting Nick's experience of the day-to-day challenges faced by senior executives and business owners.
- Mentioning the creation of a safe space for leaders through EGN where they can open up and be vulnerable.
- His passion for mental health awareness through his life experiences
- Solutions to combat executive loneliness.
We also hear about Nick's personal journey and the tough challenges he was faced with when rebuilding his life. As well as emphasizing the importance of mental health and wellbeing, especially for executives and leaders.
Connect with Nick Jonsson
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Introducing an exciting new segment (drumroll please) ... Timeout with Tom.
Similar to sending your children for a timeout to the naughty corner, this style of podcast is a shorter and under 10 minutes. We cut right into a previous episode where we bring in the best questions asked and answered by our experts through our a hundred episodes that we've recorded.
I hope you enjoy this format that we'll be bringing to you over the year that really can cut into those key lessons that we've learned over the last two years of doing this podcast with so many great experts and educators in the wellbeing space.
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High performing organisations have had to do a full 360 dunk when it comes to employee wellbeing over the last two years. From permanent office to remote to the rebirthing of hybrid and the learnings that have come with it to now.
We're thrilled to be joined by Kate Renner, Head of Employee Experience at Wisr. Kate is an HR expert by trade and human behaviour heroine at heart, she has over 15 years’ experience creating amazing workplaces in the tech industries. Kate believes that with the right people, tools, mission, leaders, and behaviours in place, we can create meaningful workplaces and technology that can change the world. We're excited to welcome Kate Renner to the Well Workplaces podcast to share how wellbeing inclusions can improve employee performance, experience and also facilitate employee attraction and retention. Wisr just won Most Outstanding Practice in Diversity & Inclusion and was awarded #2 in the Best Places to Work in Banking, Superannuation, and Financial Services in the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work awards.
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Listen to Episode 059: How Wellbeing Inclusions Contribute To High Performance Culture With Kate Renner, Wisr
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Samuel Eddy is a workplace mental health stress management, and career confidence expert. He's an executive coach also, and he helps teams and individuals build healthy, thriving lives, careers and workplace cultures. As an experienced executive coach, Sam's Business Open Change is an independent consultancy that specializes in executive coaching for some of Australia's leading organizations.
In this episode, Tom and Sam discuss:
- What are some of the key issues for executives?
- How common are communication /conflict issues within teams?
- The key solutions to help people on this issue and some key examples
- Common workplace conflict triggers: communication, assumptions, lack of role clarity
- Identifying the protective personality or EGO that feeds conflict
- The conflict iceberg - how to get below the surface and shift into empathy
- Owing your contribution
- Rehearsal, Options & Agreements
- Tactical tools - language, tone and energy
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Connect with Samuel Eddy
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Resources:
Ep04 How to take a stress temperature check? Samuel Eddy principal consultant and educator
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're thrilled to be joined by Jerome Deroy who joins us all the way from New Mexico, USA.
Jerome, the CEO of Narativ is passionate about the power of personal storytelling in business, specifically as it relates to the sales process, employee engagement and employee onboarding.
In today's episode we discuss
- How can storytelling create happier employees
- The story and background of Narativ. Jerome's method of storytelling.
- How storytelling can help business culture and enhance connection in the hybrid workplace.
Jerome is also the host of the StoryTalks podcast. ~ Connect with Jerome and Check out this video
About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Karen Laos, is a confidence warrior specialising in communication tactics. She is fiercely committed to equipping women in business to speak with clarity and confidence. At 52, she left her corporate job to pursue her mission of eradicating self-doubt in 10 million women within 10 years.
Over her 20+ year career, she has gained rave reviews from clients such as NASA, Netflix, Google, and AT&T.
She's also the author of Trust Your Own Voice: Growing Your Influence Through Confident Communication, a guidebook for women to speak up. Her podcast, Ignite Your Confidence, helps women to stop holding back and start taking their seat at the table.
Karen joins Tom on the Podcast where they discuss:
- The main barriers to confidence in women
- Why Being polite and nice in the workplace can be well nice, but it can mean lack of clarity and progress.
- Karen shares the common main words we should avoid at work and what can we say instead
Connect with Karen Laos | Website karenlaos.com
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Workplace Wellbeing Program test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
If you're a professional athlete or you're a performance athlete, or if you're what Tom likes to call a Corporate Athlete, you've been working hard at this time of year. You're working through, and you've probably putting yourself through a fair bit of stress with higher expectations on yourself.
Tom shares his top tips for getting you through your holiday "off season".
Hear all about our exciting projects underway for 2023, including some short form content on the podcast, such as Ask Me Anything, which is an opportunity for community members to ask Tom anything an he'll to do his best at a response via our podcast.
Tom talks a little more about Pinnacle Performance Club, a newly launched project and where we host our education and we connect a lot of the speakers that have been guests on this podcast. If you've listened to some of our guests, you'll notice that there are PPC members who can be engaged through our business Pinnacle Health Group to help your organization and individuals or employees within your workplace to, to thrive going into 2023.
Thanks again to our community for tuning in. We've been able to reach so many of you through the content that we've been putting out Well Workplaces and of course, Pinnacle Health Group. So thank you again, have a great festive season, take care and we'll connect in the new season.
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Connect with Tom Bosna
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Did you know 8 out of 10 people experience back pain in their life?
It certainly is a harrowing statistic and one that needs to be addressed.
Sometimes with pain comes fear of movement which can lead to seeing a well intended health practitioner that says 'you have the back of an 80 year old' or 'gee you are as stiff as a board' thus unintentionally feeding that fear avoidance.
I'm pleased to be joined by Bart De Vries, Founder of Limber. Bart is a Physiotherapist by background and the kiwi inventor behind Limber.
He has applied his knowledge and passion for human behaviour and movement to help address the statistics around pain with a holistic solution that you can move with.
In this chat, we will hear about Bart's journey of invention, we will talk about what is wrong with the desks we currently use. We will unpack some of the myths around posture and pain and Bart gives some insights on the trend of standing desks and how your best posture is your next posture.
Bart de Vries is the Founder of Limber and the creator of the world's healthiest desk, according to professors at the University of Berkeley California. As a qualified physio Bart was sick of seeing people return to the environments that were injuring them. So he created Limber to treat the root causes of back pain, creating products to promote movement, increase knowledge and promote a positive relationship with our backs - all in ways that are good for us and the planet.
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Connect with Bart.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Rebecca Grainger is the founder of Triiyo - who are transforming the way leading organisations connect and communicate with their people during workplace transitions and return to work scenarios. Combining human connection and technology to bridge the gap between work and life for your employees. We learn about Rebecca's background and the lead up to the creation of Triiyo, as well as: The key moments and realisation in the need for Triiyo The pandemic pivots and the key moments here. We also hear of some client stories that bring out the human element of the solution
And our favourite question: In 2035, what does the future of employee experience look like to you, what does Triiyo look like and any other future of work predictions?
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Connect with Rebecca
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're excited to be hosting a special podcast with Nitin Govila, a Management Leader, Entrepreneur, Engineer and Meditation Trainer. He is the APAC MENA MD for the French manufacturing group Serge Ferrari, a leader in the flexible composite material sector. His scope of operations covers: Japan, Korea, China, Hongkong, India, ASEAN, Australia-NZ, Middle-East & Africa. In our chat, we discuss:
Nitin's career in design/architecture and how became interested in meditation? We talk about spaces and, in particular, what the key trends in aesthetic design for office spaces, commercial real estate right now? (given the fact that they need to be super appealing to bring people back to office!) There is a lot of considerations for design and its impact on mental wellness. How does noise impact mental health? Thermal comfort and lighting are other elements, so how can workplaces create sustainable workspaces that enhance mental health. The big challenge for organisations right now is ensuring that office days are fit for collaboration, but are also highly productive! What are some important key elements from a design perspective? We love this question: "Fast forward 10 years, what does the future of work look like?"
~ Connect with Nitin Govila ~ About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Daniel is someone who embraces life to the full. Having grown a strong reputation within the banking and finance industry for his holistic approach, his passion for relationships and making the world a better place for people is evident. Whether working for large corporations like Westpac or BT Finance, or more specialised firms like Tribeca Financial, Daniel’s focus has always been building the life every client wants and helping create the roadmap to make it happen. This often requires open and honest conversations, something Daniel also welcomes outside of work with his active involvement in various mental health initiatives.
Dan believes the best results in financial advice come through adopting an honest and upfront approach – working with honesty, empathy and respect. It’s seen him become a champion of financial wellbeing, working closely with individuals and organisations to create holistic roadmaps which create a strong sense of security and freedom. He is a natural leader, applying his strategic and human centred approach to inspire people to live their Good Life.
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Welcome to the Pinnacle Performance Club, Daniel Testa!
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Connect with Daniel Testa
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcoming Jen Hope to the Well Workplaces community.
Jen Hope is an executive and leadership coach for impactful start-up leaders. With a background as the Vice President of Marketing for multiple high-growth startup companies, Jen understands the complexity of startup leadership. She uses evidence-based tools and frameworks to help clients make sustained behaviour change. A mental health advocate, Jen is passionate about creating safe spaces for females and neurodivergent people in startup and corporate leadership. In today's episode, we chat about: some of those main differences that happen in startup businesses from a leadership challenge perspective, not to mention the wellbeing perspective and the challenges that come with that. how leadership development is sometimes not prioritized in startups. What are some of the challenges and successes that a lot of leaders are having or have had over the last couple of years? It's a really interesting chat and, as always, we ask about what the Future of Work looks like!
~ Connect with Jen Hope
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Ruth Kent is a sought after corporate wellness consultant, wellness coach facilitator and mindfulness teacher. Ruth provides whole-day workshops, retreats and programs designed to educate, empower and energise the mind, body and wellbeing. She founded Sunrise Well in 2014, to help people become mindfully aware of their health and wellbeing so that they can leave and perform at their best!
In this episode Ruth
- She shares with us the latest evidence-based, wellbeing research in a fun and inspiring way, including: a really interesting story around how and why at the age of 15, she ended up getting into meditation
- She explains how a lived experience, and a year of ups and downs on a personal level some experiences led her to really lean into this idea of meditation, mindfulness and bringing it together to create Sunrise Well
- Ruth Shares some of the science around mindfulness and how the physiological component can be impacted by stress and why there are so many benefits to meditation.
~ Connect with Ruth Kent ~ Sunrise Well
Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Ruth Kent also features in the Pinnacle Performance Club.
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
In today's episode, we're chatting with Aisling Quigley, who is a mindfulness facilitator, community founder, wellbeing speaker and commentator. Aisling has worked lived in various parts of the world. She brings over 15 years of experience working in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of media and marketing across Ireland and Australia's leading brands. She's a self-confessed recovering type A personality and she knows all too well, the pressures that are faced within organisations.
Aisling used to wear exhaustion as a badge of honour, and it took waking up on her office bathroom floor to finally make some BIG changes.
In today's episode, we'll be chatting with Aisling about:
- her personal story and what led her to learning about the power of mindfulness and meditation.
- we learn a little bit about what are some of the benefits for this.
- we'll also learn about some of the insights gained from some of the individuals that attend her training and education workshops, retreats and education that she delivers in the workplace.
Also a very big welcome to the Pinnacle Performance Club, Aisling Quigley!
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Connect with Aisling Quigley
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Motivation alone won't get results. We know for individuals to achieve a great level of performance and happiness it really comes down to execution. I'm joined by Hussein Hamka for Part 3 of our high performance mini-series and in this discussion we tackle the four key components of how to execute daily. We also learn about how to craft your perfect plan and execute daily (while still having fun and enjoying yourself in the process)
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Welcome to the Pinnacle Performance Club, Hussein Hamka!
Hussein is a health and performance certified coach. He's also a keynote speaker, corporate facilitator health consultant, and a 2 x National Physique Competitor, whose spent over 10 years applying the latest science and sharing practical tools to develop a boundless routine for optimal energy and wellbeing.
He's an author of the book Plan To Peak Perform - an amazing handbook that unpacks the 18 proven habits to help you reach your full potential!
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Connect with Hussein Hamka
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
How do you ritualise action when it comes to your wellbeing? I chat with so many inspiring people each month and one thing that stands out when it comes to high performers is that they do the boring basics well and find unique ways to stay on track. I'm joined by Hussein for Part 2 of our Pinnacle Performance Club series to discuss ritualising action. Hussein Hamka is a genuine book of knowledge when it comes to the practical application of behavioural science and habit creation. In this discussion we will discuss common ways to ritualise action, patterns of behaviour that disrupt said ritualisation and finally address how managers can lead and facilitate healthy change for their teams.
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Welcome to the Pinnacle Performance Club, Hussein Hamka!
Hussein is a health and performance certified coach. He's also a keynote speaker, corporate facilitator health consultant, and a 2 x National Physique Competitor, whose spent over 10 years applying the latest science and sharing practical tools to develop a boundless routine for optimal energy and wellbeing.
He's an author of the book Plan To Peak Perform - an amazing handbook that unpacks the 18 proven habits to help you reach your full potential!
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Connect with Hussein Hamka
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
What does peak performance mean to you?
Most of us have grand plans when it comes to performing at our best in our career and personal lives. We know that good intentions are a great start, but to truly create sustainable patterns of success it comes down to preparation and planning.
I am fascinated by high performance and how it interacts with wellbeing in individuals and organisations.
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Welcome to the Pinnacle Performance Club, Hussein Hamka!
Hussein is a health and performance certified coach. He's also a keynote speaker, corporate facilitator health consultant, and a 2 x National Physique Competitor, whose spent over 10 years applying the latest science and sharing practical tools to develop a boundless routine for optimal energy and wellbeing.
He's an author of the book Plan To Peak Perform - an amazing handbook that unpacks the 18 proven habits to help you reach your full potential!
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Connect with Hussein Hamka
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About Pinnacle Performance Club (PPC)
Pinnacle Performance Club is a collective of keynote speakers, health educators and industry leaders, who are passionate about wellbeing and performance (just like us) and know how to energise and inspire your team and workforce.
Pinnacle Performance Club is designed specifically for highly-engaged workplaces and teams who are wanting to learn, grow, connect and ultimately achieve peak performance.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're excited to be hosting a special podcast with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D.
Dr Natalie Flatt is a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services and has a genuine passion for changing the conversation around mental health.
Together, in our chat, we discussed:
- What is the vagus nerve?
- Why is it important for mental health?
- In layman's terms what is the gut brain axis all about?
- We tackle the top strategies to support vagus nerve function?
Share with your work colleagues, friends, partners and help us continue promote healthy conversations for the important people in your life.
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The old adage “what you can measure, you can manage” certainly rings true when it comes to workplace wellbeing - especially right now.
Clearly, the last two years have thrown up their fair share of wellbeing challenges for all of us, and particularly workplaces.
On a positive note, the health and wellbeing of employees has risen to the top of the agenda for most organisations (finally and this has been powerful for recognition and awareness of employee wellbeing.
On the flipside, however, it has also proven an overwhelming time for many HR or health, safety and wellbeing leaders, as they juggle:
- Balancing health and wellbeing interventions for mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing pillars
- Justifying the wellbeing budget, with ROI and data measurement related to employee health
- Trying to “engage the disengaged” - and encourage high-risk employees towards awareness and healthy behavioural change
- The Great Resignation, with huge resources being spent in simply attracting or retaining great people
In this Podcast, we are excited to introduce Josh Lambert, Director of Pinnacle Health Group.
Josh is a wellbeing entrepreneur, physiotherapist, speaker, and co-owner of Pinnacle Health Group. He is a workplace wellbeing leader and advocate, and along with hosting regular master classes and events and being featured on wellbeing panels and published for wellbeing articles in publications such as Men's Fitness Magazine and the AFR.
Josh was part of the challenging journey of shaping Australia's first corporate wellness centre at ANZ Bank in 2010, and rapidly growing employee wellbeing programs to support workplaces including Westpac, AFL, Deloitte, AGL and EY.
Josh's current role involves consulting many of Australia's largest workplaces on their employee wellbeing strategy - which includes mapping out an annual calendar of health initiatives delivered by the PHG team.
Josh's belief is that workplaces and organisations are, not only responsible for the wellbeing of their own employees, but for inspiring healthy change in teams, families, communities and society as a whole.
- In the Podcast, Josh and Tom discuss the key assessments and data points that can be captured using health assessments.
- What the difference is between health and skin assessments
- What the future of assessments might look like in the future of work
- How healthy behaviour changes can be facilitated and influenced by health assessments for the workplace
Resource and scorecard
Are you ready for your workplace health check program?
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
How have your exercise levels changed in the last year?
With so many corporate athletes running into trouble over the last six months, sports medicine practices and wellness centre like ours are busy helping clients get back into shape.
For corporate athletes who have athletic pursuits but are dealing with return to work pressures, we are seeing a loss of conditioning and overtraining occurring in these individuals - especially runners.
Introducing a new wellbeing expert to the community, Andrew Maitland. ~ About Andrew Andrew is a Director at Melbourne Podiatry Clinic and Essendon Sports Medicine. As a passionate marathon runner, cyclist and former iron-man and of course Podiatrist, Andrew joins me today to talk about:
How exercises levels have changed in the working population over the last two years (Not all bad news!) The common mishaps that occur when corporate athletes start getting into running The key recommendations for training smarter not harder 3 key practical tests that you can do to assess whether or not you are good shape for jogging
https://www.melbournepodiatryclinic.com/ ~ About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
On Thursday, 8th September, it was R U OK Day? It’s our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever they spot the signs that someone they care about might be struggling with life.
We're excited to be hosting a special podcast with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D. Dr Natalie Flatt is a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services and has a genuine passion for changing the conversation around mental health.
Together, in our chat, we discussed:
- Are people are more confident in checking in with friends and colleagues - for those that are still unsure how to approach checking in with people - where is a good place to start?
- In workplaces, managers are needing this skill? And out of the 8 steps, what's most important for leaders/managers/people?
- R U OK day is one day in the year, what can we do to bring this level of awareness to our every day?
Share with your work colleagues, friends, partners and help us continue promote healthy conversations for the important people in your life
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Resources:
R U OK?
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We're thrilled to welcome Charlotte Jameson to our podcast. Charlotte is a mindfulness and wellbeing practitioner and coach with over 15 years of experience of sharing positive psychology. and the neuroscience within corporates and education and Charlotte specific focuses on helping parents to be their best selves through the CALMER Parent Wellbeing Model™
In this episode, Charlotte helps us unpack a recent study: Melbourne Institute Research Insight: 2020 – which suggests, there’s a surge in mental distress of parents because of financial stress and family-work conflict.
We ask Charlotte how this rise in mental distress has affected people? She has found that a lot of her clients are suggesting they are not the parents they had planned to be and Charlotte puts it to us: When have you been the parent you wanted to be? What was working for you? What support did you have?
Charlotte shares some incredible tweaks to your day through the CALMER™ model to help navigate certain stress.
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About Charlotte Jameson
Mindfulness and wellbeing practitioner - follow on Instagram and visit her website Wellbeing Gets Real
Take the CALMER Parent Wellbeing Model™ _ Audit Questionnaire
Other resources:
PERMA Model - Seligman’s PERMA+ Model Explained: A Theory of Wellbeing
VIA Character Strengths - Bring Your Strengths to Life & Live More Fully
One Handed Cooks
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Podcasting perk number 1 - meeting amazingly talented people from all over the globe!
Tom had the pleasure of interviewing the talented Melissa Doman, M.A. Organisational Psych and Author of a great book called "Yes you can talk about mental health at work, here’s why and how to do it really well"
The book is like a step-by-step guide with practical tasks where Melissa shows us how to challenge biases and perceptions and, most importantly, the tools on how to have open discussion as managers or colleagues and much more. It is such a great read and I’d highly recommend it.
Melissa Joined Tom all the way from Denver, USA and was recently named in the LinkedIn top voices on #mentalhealth I we're thrilled to be sharing this podcast with the Well Workplaces community.
https://melissadoman.com/
Yes, you can talk about mental health at work book
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
What does great management and leadership feel like to you?
With leaders and managers juggling their way through rapid change this year - the critical human skills and perspective shifting skill level of the manager is so important.
It reminds me a lot of the six thinking hats by Dr Edward De Bono where being cognitively flexible is the game!
I'm excited to introduce Marnie Jones to the Well Workplaces community.
Marnie Jones is the Director of Talent X - The People Agency - a hybrid of recruitment and consultancy that is a bottom up and top down approach to building overachieving teams.
Marnie started her career when she was 19. For 10 years she worked as a management consultant helping companies from $200k to $130m turnover get the most out of their businesses. At 23 she was the Head Consultant for a small boutique firm in Sydney where she managed a team of consultants.
She believes that these three things are the most important thing for developing high performance teams. Hiring reliable, overachieving employees. Designing and organising the team & its workflow and leveraging and retaining the staff through great management.
I'm really intrigued as to how Marnie got her early career thriving so quickly in the management consulting firm. In the discussion we will talk about how many organisations are trying hard to hire top talent right now, and how businesses can overcome any barriers.
We will discuss how managers can retain and improve team culture in the current climate. Finally I'm really interested in Marnie's 7 manager archetypes and how leaders can apply this to help optimise engagement, longevity and happiness of their team.
What manager Archetype are you?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Workplace wellbeing program scorecard today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
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We live a world full of excess and extremes.
With excessive work and extreme consumption of media and the happiness trap, the big question is - how do you find healthy moderation and enjoy the present?
In this episode, we're excited to be speaking with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services.
We talk about what is moderation, the impact of moderation can have on our health and wellbeing and techniques to find greater peace of mind and calmness.
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Do you know much about the science of breathing? Me neither.
What is it about the Wim Hof Method and cold exposure that enhances performance exactly?
I'm keen to find out why by interviewing my pal, Reis Paluso, CEO of Our Breath Collective who joins me from San Diego, California.
About Reis
From summiting mountains in Poland in sub-zero temperatures (wearing only shorts!) to better handling the daily stress of being a father and being a serial entrepreneur, breathwork has been the catalyst for Reis to find his inner-strength and hone in on his passions.
By sharing progressive, yet simple practices to help upgrade one’s life, Reis is focused on bringing a multidisciplinary approach to breathing where individuals are empowered to build their own self-regulatory tool kit.
So naturally, I'm interested in asking Reis about the science of breathing and cold exposure therapy and how corporate athletes (you!) can benefit from trying breathwork to, not only downregulate ourselves under stress, but to gain mental clarity and enhance performance.
As a breathwork enthusiast, I am really excited to be chatting with Reis on this fascinating topic.
Have you ever tried cold showers or breathwork?
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Book Recommendation: James Nestor
Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
Podcast Recommendation: Huberman Lab Podcast
Episode 66: Using Deliberate Cold Exposure for Health and Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
From wellbeing to high performance teams and organisations.
High performing organisations have had to do a full 360 dunk when it comes to employee wellbeing over the last two years. From permanent office to remote to the rebirthing of hybrid and the learnings that have come with it to now.
We're thrilled to be joined by Kate Renner, Head of Employee Experience at Wisr. Kate is an HR expert by trade and human behaviour heroine at heart, she has over 15 years’ experience creating amazing workplaces in the tech industries.
Kate believes that with the right people, tools, mission, leaders, and behaviours in place, we can create meaningful workplaces and technology that can change the world.
We're excited to welcome Kate Renner to the Well Workplaces podcast to share how wellbeing inclusions can improve employee performance, experience and also facilitate employee attraction and retention.
Wisr just won Most Outstanding Practice in Diversity & Inclusion and was awarded #2 in the Best Places to Work in Banking, Superannuation, and Financial Services in the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work awards.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
What makes an amazing co-working experience? Today we're talking with CEO of Bond Collective, Shlomo Silber. In this discussion we Shlomo shares insights on how he built and grew his flexible work space community in an ethical way across the US. We hear about Shlomo's "aha" moments when stumbled upon the concept of co-working and how the pandemic has the accelerated the work from anywhere concept. Shlomo shares his health and wellbeing tips in relation to his entrepreneurial journey and his insights into what the future of shared workspace looks like in the States and internationally. Finally Shlomo shares some exceptional wellbeing advice to help founders in high growth business, stay balanced and look after themselves and their team. About Shlomo Silber Shlomo is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bond Collective. He's an entrepreneur at heart and has vast experience in the real estate and development sector, which led him to found the company Bond Collective in 2012. And with over 14 co working and event locations across the US, Bond Collective has made it's mark on the industry by focusing on hospitality and design, but also focusing on thoughtfully curated boutique work environments that provide unmatched experience. And whilst Shlomo is the visionary behind Bond, he's still very much involved in the Bond Community and can often be found catching up with the members. He currently lives in New Jersey with his wife and four sons. So he's a busy guy and when he's not working and spending time with family, he's often found on the jujitsu mats or in the CrossFit gym. He is also the epitome of someone who cultivates the work/life balance. Connect with Shlomo www.bondcollective.com IG @bondcollective About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The week of 13th June is Men's Health Week.
It's a special week in the calendar where we raise awareness to the status of men's health with our workplace clients and we're excited to be hosting a special podcast with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D.
Dr Natalie Flatt is a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services and has a genuine passion for changing the conversation around men's health.
Together we discussed how to support men's mental health now and into the future and if you have heard us team up before, you know it is a genuine, no bs chat.
- In this chat, we discuss the societal challenges out there for the everyday male when it comes to their health and especially #mentalhealth.
- We discuss some of the science around how conversations around our feelings and emotions can do us blokes good (biologically).
- We also discuss how we can keep the mental health conversation going for men and ensure the future looks bright for generations to come.
Share with your work colleagues, husbands and partners and help us continue promote healthy conversations for the lads in your life
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You can also listen to Episode 036, mentioned in today's episode - Affect Labelling and why naming your emotions is great for your stress response with Dr Natalie Flatt
Documentary Reference: The Mask you Live In
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Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
This is our final podcast of the working parents mini-series and it's a goodie! We're back with Poppy Griffiths and Tom's asking the big questions, like "what do you think stops women from leaning into what they want at work?"
Poppy believes there is an undercurrent of family demands that drag us down to the weeds and it impedes on what we want in life (that possibly is a successful career).
Maybe women often feel like they only have themselves to blame for the imbalance in work and life. On one hand, they do want a successful career, but do also feel this undercurrent of home demands.
For a lot of working women, this does sound familiar?
Ask yourself: "What is holding me back by way of demands from a family perspective?" We hope you enjoy this episode.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Are you a high performing juggling, struggling working Dad?
The changing desires and needs of working Dads in the last decade has been great to see.
It is well documented that working Dad's want to be more hands-on with caregiving duties, as well as still manage career progression.
With more workplaces bringing parental leave for Dads up a few levels, there are certainly positive signs for Gen Z Dads who are wanting to be more involved than previous generations.
In this episode, Poppy Griffiths and Tom discuss the topic of how working Dad's can set themselves up for success at work and home.
Poppy and Tom discuss the different types of Dads, how we can change the working Dad conversation in the workplace and also discuss some strategies for Dad's who are feeling overwhelmed with work and home.
Poppy also shares her practical tips that are all geared around setting up high performance for working parents.
Be sure to share with your spouse, friend or work colleague who might benefit from this episode.
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group What are some of the stressors that stop you from pursuing a meaningful career?
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Working parents are leaders at work and leaders at home.
In this episode, we discuss the idea of getting ahead at home and work by embracing feedback and knowing your true value.
We will discuss why knowing your value is so important. Poppy has some interesting questions to share on how we can actually start to show more of our value at home and work and why that can lead to improved performance and satisfaction.
We will also discuss the idea of feedback as a parent. We are so accustom to feedback at work - but why not at home? Poppy and I will discuss how to implement a family feedback system at home!
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About Poppy Griffiths
Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy. Poppy Griffiths combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group. She has also spent the last decade working in preventative health as a board member, strategy advisor and spokesperson. Poppy is an ambassador for R U OK? She is a trained neuroscience-based coach, with psychology and Masters Business Management qualifications. Poppy’s mission is to build exceptional relationships, to facilitate positive change, and enable more people to thrive in work and life.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
How do working parents juggle responsibilities, foster great relationships and maintain energy?
As a working parent, I really appreciate the challenges that come with parenting and also trying to show up as my best self for work and home. It’s certainly an imperfect art form that changes daily.
I’m excited to be talking about working parents over the coming weeks as a mini-podcast series with high performance consultant, Poppy Griffiths.
Tackling all things relationships, performance and energy management for parents this Well Workplaces podcast series will be so beneficial for those people in your team.
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James Clear
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
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About Poppy Griffiths
Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance. Poppy Griffiths combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group. She has also spent the last decade working in preventative health as a board member, strategy advisor and spokesperson. Poppy is an ambassador for R U OK? She is a trained neuroscience-based coach, with psychology and Masters Business Management qualifications. Poppy’s mission is to build exceptional relationships, to facilitate positive change, and enable more people to thrive in work and life.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
70% of couples in Australia both work.
For dual-career couples, the juggle of competing priorities can be a challenge through different stages of their career.
Is finding balance as a dual-career couple really achievable?
Continuing with the parenthood podcast mini-series, I'm excited to connect with Poppy Griffiths to talk about strategies to find balance and happiness as a dual-career couple.
We tackle how to goal set as a individual, family and couple and how that can lead to improved relationships and better connection.
Have you made time for yourself and family for goal setting?
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Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy.
Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group. She has also spent the last decade working in preventative health as a board member, strategy advisor and spokesperson. Poppy is an ambassador for R U OK? She is a trained neuroscience-based coach, with psychology and Masters Business Management qualifications. Poppy’s mission is to build exceptional relationships, to facilitate positive change, and enable more people to thrive in work and life.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
As a parent, one of the biggest stressors we have is finding the balance in being present at work, while consistently spending cherished time with the kids. Finding that sweet spot for managing career throughout working parenthood, but also about mastering the guilt and overwhelm that comes with the territory. We feel like it is always at the forefront of most conversations we have with working parents. At Well Workplaces we are starting a new #podcast mini-series on parenthood. Tom is very excited to be discussing mastering overwhelm & guilt and keeping your career on track throughout working parenthood with Poppy Griffiths.
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The VIA Character Strengths Survey here: https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/Register ~
Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance consultancy that passionately supports the career-life success of working parents, the personal and leadership development of women, and the positive mental wellbeing of people. Poppy combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
How do working parents juggle responsibilities, foster great relationships and maintain energy?
As a working parent, I really appreciate the challenges that come with parenting and also trying to show up as my best self for work and home.
It’s certainly an imperfect art form that changes daily!
I’m excited to be talking about #workingparents in this six part mini-series with high performance consultant Poppy Griffiths where we tackle some of the key issues facing working parents
- Mastering overwhelm & guilt and keeping your career on track throughout working parenthood
- Finding better balance and happiness as a busy dual-career couple
- Managing time, energy & great habits as a working parent
- Setting working dads up for success at work and home
- Supporting working mums to lean into their careers with confidence
Poppy Griffiths is a professional coach and speaker on high performance. She is the Director and Founder of UnlimitU a high performance.
Poppy Griffiths combines 15 years of senior corporate experience working for global businesses including Swisse Wellness & Qantas Group. She has also spent the last decade working in preventative health as a board member, strategy advisor and spokesperson. Poppy is an ambassador for R U OK? She is a trained neuroscience-based coach, with psychology and Masters Business Management qualifications. Poppy’s mission is to build exceptional relationships, to facilitate positive change, and enable more people to thrive in work and life.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
It’s a great feeling when you’re on a roll at work.
You feel inspired and ready to tackle whatever’s on your to-do list for the day. You can ignore distractions and stay in the zone. It feels like quality work is just flowing straight from your brain to your fingertips.
You know that feeling when you know you’re doing a good job, yet it feels almost effortless and thoughts move into action seamlessly? How to we maintain this way of working?
Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Has the imposter monster caught up with you over the last few months?
You know the feeling.
The understating of your hard work and effort to succeed in what you do.
The feeling like you don't belong in the room.
Interestingly, the Advancing the Future of Women in Business: The 2020 KPMG Women's Leadership Summit Report showed that a whopping 75% of women executives have experienced imposter syndrome in their careers. To tackle this topic Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom Bosna will be breaking down the topic of imposter syndrome.
They tackle why women feel imposter syndrome more than men and discuss personal experiences with this, as well as addressing key strategies to overcome this feeling.
We can break this bias in our workplaces.
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Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Sit less. Move more.
Over the years, it has become obvious that majority of workers seen in clinics suffer from chronic factors due to reduced movement, improper stress management, and limited exposure to natural environments. This leads to pain, immunosuppression, and reduced happiness.
With the mix of hybrid working continuing globally, we're super excited to connect with Dr Stefan Zavalin from Tennessee, USA. Dr Zavalin is the most passionate person we've ever met on the topic of how to simply sit less and move more.
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, Tom chats with Dr Stefan Zavalin, International TEDx speaker and CEO of Love to move.
Dr Zavalin is a passionate speaker and shares the following on the podcast:
- His journey of completing a Doctorate in Physical Therapy while becoming legally blind.
- He shares some of the common presentations he would see while working in private practice as a physical therapist in the US
- We discuss how our work culture and environment affects our physiology and why exercise does not fix all of it. This is a really excellent discussion and everyone needs to know this!
- He shares why cultural changes around movement at work are more important than changing the physical environment or buying away the problem.
- Dr Stefan shares some wonderful tips and actionable steps to alternating the amount of sitting time at work
To view Dr Stefan Zavalin's TEDx check it out here, It is a must watch video!
To check out the live discussion of this podcast check us out on youtube
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Did you know you can save 10% of your employees lives with this one corporate health check - a skin cancer check? And for 71% of employees that have participated in our workplace skin cancer checks to date, it is their first ever check completed.
In this episode of the Well Workplaces podcast, Tom chats with Jane Homberger, the CEO of Skin Smart Australia. We hear about Jane's background and how she got into establishing Skin Smart Australia.
We speak with Jane about:
- Why is the workplace a good place to start with skin checks?
- What sort of things to you normally find in workplace settings?
- During Covid, most people have dropped the ball on health screenings such as skin checks - what insights here or predictions in what we might see with skin cancer detection in the future
- If people want to look after their skin - what is some simple tips?
- The importance of early awareness.
Well done to those workplaces that are proactively promoting skin cancer awareness, and genuinely saving employees lives.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
With organisations facing the challenge of talent attraction and the great resignation/realignment well underway. Now is the perfect time for businesses to reassess their workspaces.
We're very pleased to introduce Angela Ferguson the Co-founder & Managing Director of Future X Collective, a workplace consultancy.
Future X Collective researched over 9000 Australian workers to assess what role the ‘office’ will play in the future of work and this research won a 2021 Good Design Award.
We know that the workplace is much more than a physical space, it has to be productive, sustainable, innovative, and unique to an organisation’s culture.
Angela has over 20 years’ experience working with Google, PwC, REA Group, Johnson and Johnson, MYOB and is currently undertaking her PhD in Architecture and Urban Design.
We speak with Angela to learn a bit more about what the research findings are telling us about the future of work, how workplaces can actually design for productivity and performance and talk best practice industry examples from her consulting experience.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
2020 demonstrated the importance of resilience and how it impacts our day-to-day lives. Well Workplaces is excited to partner with icare NSW to bring you a live workplace health and safety panel discussion.
Three Paralympians will join Tom Bosna and share their stories of how they have overcome adversity to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Joany Badenhorst, Grant Mizens OAM and John Marshall detail their life-changing workplace accident, journey of recovery and return to work, and their road to becoming a Paralympian. They open up about the challenges of living with disability and re-entering the workforce and also discuss how organisations can best support those returning to work after an injury and ways to create an inclusive culture.
With a passionate panel of speakers, this event will empower you and your teams to build resiliency. Our panellists demonstrate that with the support of others, an injury can be a new beginning; a person can recover and go on to contribute to a workplace and the community or, like in their own life stories, become a top-performing athlete.
All three panellists are part of icare NSW's Paralympian Speakers Program, which provides icare customers with access to Paralympians who have been affected by workplace injury to talk to their team free of charge.
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About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or join the community for exclusive events here.
As a self confessed sloth, Tom certainly does love a good nap and needs his beauty sleep.
It sure is interesting to note that two out of five Australians struggle with sleep on regular basis. That includes getting to sleep and staying asleep. That's a whopping 10.3 million Australians not napping for the recommended 7 to 9 hours.
We know that sleeping, rest and restoration are vital to our overall well-being and Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom talk about how to get to sleep, stay asleep and the key reasons why some people are struggling with this issue. Thanks for listening to the the final Well Workplaces episode of Season 3.
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Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The simple things in life are the best.
Many of us have come to realise this after the challenging year that was 2021, which rolled into the start of 2022. With that in mind, and as we look to the future, it is so important to hold onto some of that perspective that we have gained through these times.
Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom are excited to bring you another Well Workplaces podcast on the topic of: How to create your list to improve happiness. It is important to reflect, maintain perspective and make a plan for keeping the simple things in life.
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Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Sometimes you just have to see the good in everything. They say everything happens for a reason. They say you’ll get over it. And finally good vibes only. What do all of these statements have in common? They are actually quite toxic. In a world that froths on the pursuit of happiness, it seems quite obvious how the simplification of our feelings can leave people feeling a bit well ‘blah’. You only need to look up hashtag #goodvibesonly on Instagram and you will be hit with a massive 15.3 million posts of perfectly angled pictures that highlight perfection and happiness. What about the other vibes that exist in the human experience? Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom Bosna are excited to be tackling the topic of toxic positivity in this episode. We dissect the topic of toxic positivity, discuss practical examples of how this plays out in relationships and workplaces We will also tackle some strategies on how to deal with toxic positivity in the workplace and discuss how leaders can approach this to support their team members. We promise to bring the #goodvibesonly and Tom to never use the word vibes in real life interactions in future. ~ Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The Chief Wellbeing Officer update is a fortnightly insight column by Tom Bosna, which he writes on LinkedIn and for the Well Workplaces community. For the second CWO, the question is - do you have the right to disconnect in the workplace? The Eight Hours workday Act was passed for Victoria and New South Wales, Australia in 1916. Fast forward to now and the Fourth industrial Revolution is in full effect and the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds are getting pretty darn blurry - especially at work! Throw in a global pandemic, add in the eight hour work mindset and then stir in Mark Zuckerberg talking about the Metaverse and things are feeling pretty damn weird (I personally prefer Icelandverse). So back to the question - do you have the right to disconnect at your work? Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group. Our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Are you kicking off the year with a toasted cheese sandwich lunch habit that you need to shake?
We're excited to be talking with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D on the topic of working through the science on how food and mood are connected.
At the start of the year, it is quite common for most of use to endeavour to 'eat better' and it normally comes from a place of wanting to lose weight.
A growing body of science in the field of cognitive nutrition shows that food-brain connection is actually one of the most powerful drivers of our overall wellbeing.
Natalie and Tom talk about emotional eating, some of the interesting science around the food and mood connection, as well as touch on burnout and nutrition.
Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
A vision board, goal setting, planning to make a plan, a new diary, positive affirmation and a fresh start.
These are all the things that I associate with the start of the year. Often we start the year great intentions but fail to strike up long term motivation to make it rain all year round. These things either excite you like a kid being told they run fast in there new pair of shoes or makes you roll your eyes and think, not this 'new year, new me' toxic positivity shite again.
While most of us find ourselves returning to work remotely - Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom Bosna are kicking off the year to talk about motivation in this episode. It's totally OK - not to feel super pumped and highly motivated just because the calendar has changed over to January. During this discussion, we will explore the psychology of intrinsic motivation, what it is and how it can help us. We will discuss how to cultivate motivation using some proven strategies and tactics used by high performers, especially while many of us work from home to start the year.
Connect with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D of Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The Chief Wellbeing Officer update is a fortnightly insight column that I write on LinkedIn and for the Well Workplaces community.
In the first CWO the question is Have you had a movement break today?
We know that sedentary behaviour often leads to fatigue, disengagement, low mood, lack of focus and an uncomfortable, aching body – all of which can be very costly.
In this episode Tom discusses
- The key benefits of exercise and activity
- The Australian guidelines and recommendations of exercise
- Five key tips for creating a movement break during your working day
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group. Our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
"If you can change your mind, you can change your life".
Who said that?
You can thank William James for the wisdom on this one. He is the father of American Psychology and developer of the philosophical school of Pragmatism.
And don't we all need to be pragmatic moving through the start of 2022?!
I'm excited to chat with Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D on the topic of
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How a mindset renovation can lead to positive behaviour change
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How words and language can facilitate behaviour modification
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The practical psychology and tips on how to create a growth mindset in a rapidly changing world
We all have the capacity to change, grow, and develop in whatever we set our minds to do - we just have to believe it and be pragmatic.
Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Affect labelling.
Never heard of it?
Me neither, until my good pal Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D broke it down for me like this - the ability to put feelings into words.
This latest podcast is part of our commitment to educating our Well Workplaces community on the mental health tools to help you rebound, regroup and recover into 2022.
In this episode, you will learn what affect labelling is, how it works wonders for your brain and how to implement it and put it in your toolkit.
Share the love with your keen colleagues, friends and partners!
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
The Festive season can be a time for family, connection and a break from our busy lives.
We sometimes romanticise about how our festive season will be and elevate our expectations of what we will experience to a fault.
In this final Well Workplaces podcast for the year, Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom are excited to be talking about how to manage our expectations and set boundaries this festive season.
They discuss managing family, managing expectations of ourselves, gift giving and my favourite - post Christmas recovery!
Join us for the grand finale of 2021 and set yourselves up for a healthy break!
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Rapid change can feel like you are on a rollercoaster that just won't stop. This feeling of not being in control, or in the drivers seat, over the last twelve months has created anxiety and overwhelm for many.
In this episode, Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom Bosna talk about how to create your circle of control.
This is a really simple tool to centre yourself, to take back control and reduce overwhelm. Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D will talk us through the specific steps in the circle of control exercise.
About Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
What a year it's been for Burnout.
Technically, Burnout has been defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
In this episode, Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and Tom discuss how to protect yourself from burnout during these times. We discuss the key warning signs to look out for, as well as unpacking how burnout can effect relationships and the long term risks.
More importantly, we share the best self-care strategies to help protect yourself from the risk of burnout.
Join the Well Workplaces community as we empower ourselves with the mental health tools for optimal performance and wellbeing.
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
It is only natural to feel uncertain and anxious about returning to 'new normal' way of life.
Just like readjusting into lockdown mode of life where we took on new routines and coping strategies, it is normal for some of us to not feel ready for change (again).
The term re-entry anxiety has been coined to describe the feeling that can come with this adaption back to 'normal' and I'm very excited to speak with Dr Natalie Flatt on this topic on our podcast.
In this session, we cover off on what actually is re-entry anxiety, how common it is in the community and, as always, touch on some practical tips to help self-assess and improve coping strategies.
Connect with Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych Services
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
Welcome to Season 3
Thanks for tuning in for Season 3 of the Well Workplaces Podcast. A season dedicated to one of our biggest resources - our mental health.
In this season, Tom is excited to be hosting Dr Natalie Flatt who is the Co-Founder of Connect Psych Services.
You might remember Dr Natalie from Episode 21, which was titled Are you Languishing right now?
This episode reached all parts of the world and resonated with so many members of our audience.
So, Dr Natalie Flatt and Tom Bosna are partnering up on the whole season, where we are going to be breaking down some of those more conceptual ideas in the mental health space and break them down into more self-help style, advice-based episodes that are actionable.
We can build on our own resilience, tool kits and strategies to help us all rebound and recover through what has been a very challenging time globally. A big, thank you to our supporters and listeners who've helped facilitate and create the well workplaces community.
Thanks for listening.
The great resignation.
Have you heard of this term yet?
With the past 18 months changing how some people think about life, work, and what they want out of both. Now is a perfect time for leaders, business owners and employers to stop and reflect.
With workforce anxiety well documented, leaders should review their communication and relationship building capacity. One of the best wellbeing strategies for workplaces is clear communication.
Introducing Debra Roberts, LCSW, conversation expert, trauma consultant, and developer of The Relationship Protocol® communication model coming to us live from New York City.
For more than 20 years, Debra has been a go-to-choice for individuals and organisations struggling to achieve more effective communication. She is also a columnist for Inc. Magazine and has been featured in other major media publications, including The New York Times, Real Simple, Business Insider, and The Cut.
I'm excited to introduce Debra to the Well Workplaces community to talk about The Great Resignation, why misunderstandings are one of the biggest issues in workplaces and how leaders can communicate with clarity, reduce misunderstandings and lead dynamically during these times.
We would love to hear what think is the core issue behind the great resignation?
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
How has work impacted your wellbeing this year?
With COVID hangovers, we have all seen organisations continue to adapt through challenging times, with a heightened focus on employee wellbeing and support.
It has become accepted that employee wellbeing will be a core contributor and driver of business success now and into the future.
Introducing, Katrina Walton, Director of Wellness Designs to the Well Workplaces community.
Katrina is an industry leading Workplace Wellbeing Strategist with over 25 years experience in helping organisations with strategic consultancy.
In this episode, Katrina and Tom have a conversation about:
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The 7 biggest workplace wellbeing trends she is seeing in organisations, due to the impact of COVID
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Her predictions on what will stay relevant for workplaces beyond COVID
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The rise of the Chief Wellbeing Officer in workplaces
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How wellbeing leaders can build on their careers in this space and help their organisations thrive
Some suggested links we discuss within this episode:
Wellness Designs Website www.wellnessdesigns.com.au
Wellness Practitioner Academy training programs Training - Wellness Designs
The Hub – Australasia’s first knowledge for workplace wellbeing www.wellnessdesigns.com.au/join
Free Resources (including Wellbeing at Work Guide and Career Guide) Free Resources - Wellness Designs
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today.
Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here.
We are excited to introduce Conrad Tracey, CEO of Addiction Coaching Australia to our community.
The topic: Addiction in the Workplace
Substance misuse is on the rise as a result of the pandemic. We know the misuse of alcohol and other drugs can have a damaging impact on individuals, families and communities.
The question is, how prevalent is addiction in the workplace and what is the ripple effect of this on culture and productivity?
In this episode, Conrad and Tom have a conversation about his personal story with addiction, the prevalence of addiction in the workplace and how workplace culture can impact personal wellbeing and facilitate substance misuse.
We explore some recommended strategies for leaders and how we can support people through addiction and into recovery.
About Conrad Tracey:
Conrad holds a Graduate Diploma in Psychology (University Of Melbourne), Mental Health First Aid training (Mental Health First Aid Australia), and a Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and has worked with hundreds of Australians to help them break the cycle of addiction.
Conrad is a highly-respected leader, having founded three companies and worked in senior management for some of Australia’s most innovative and culturally conscious organizations.
Conrad's personal journey with addiction and highly recognized standing in the Australian addiction recovery community and marked professional success developing and coaching high-performance individuals and teams have inspired him to found Addiction Coaching Australia.
Conrad designs and facilitates bespoke programs for individuals dealing with substance misuse issues and has been working successfully with individuals, corporations, government bodies, and organizations through his Liability to Leadership program.
Conrad is passionate about well-being and has committed his life to helping people break the cycle of addiction and regain control of their life and choices.
White paper: Liability to Leadership
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with Well Workplaces onLinkedin
When was the last time you checked in with a friend and really listened?
If there is one positive to come from this year, it is that we are more open to speak about our mental health and wellbeing.
With the media starting to reference the shadow pandemic and more attention on this topic, I am really excited to speak with James Hatchman, CEO of Voice of Health.
Voice of Health is a preventative mental health organisation that has developed a social platform that provides a safe place where you can share ideas with others, talk one-on-one with someone that understands you, talk without fear of judgement and utilise wellbeing-tools that develop strategies to self manage your own mental wellbeing.
Voice of Health attends to the need for an effective preventative mental health solution in the Australian and global community. We value the importance of lived experience, empathy, power of perspective and self-managing your mental well-being.
A number of other barriers exist that prevent people from seeking support for their mental health. These include availability of healthcare professionals, location, time, financial restrictions, stigma concerns, preference to self-manage, physical challenge or disability. We are here to eliminate those barriers.
In this episode, James Hatchman and Tom Bosna discuss:
- Why Voice of Health was created and the market it serves
- The key elements of active listening
- How active listening in a peer to peer model can improve mental health
- How the active listening course can improve mental health dialogue
- The future goals of Voice of Health and its application for the workplace
You can enroll in Voice of Health's active listening training for free, here.
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with well workplaces onLinkedin
Join the community for exclusive events
The workplace has changed forever.
The last eighteen months have changed the way we live and work forever and that includes finding a balance between working from home (the ‘first place’) and working from the office (the ‘second place’)
I'm excited to be chatting with with the inspiring Dean Katz of Third Place.
Third Place is a work from anywhere marketplace, focusing on the hotels sector and hospitality industry.
It's mission is to drive the millions of people working from home back into hotels and hospitality venues to work, eat, drink and reconnect with the community. And in doing so, to support the mental health and well-being of the Australian workforce by allowing them to easily discover and reserve unique and inspiring spaces to work remotely.
In this episode, Dean and Tom discuss the purpose of Third Place, the global workplace trends and habits he is observing overseas right now and the future applications of Third Place in the work-from-anywhere market.
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with well workplaces onLinkedin
What if you could improve your cardiovascular fitness by simply sleeping?
With so much data being collected through smart devices, it feels like we are not quite connecting all the dots to improve our performance and longevity (especially cardiovascular measures).
Rico Rogers is an ex-professional cyclist, who is dedicated to creating innovative altitude sleep solutions for people looking to gain the performance edge.
Rico's amazing clients have recently seen success in the Tokyo Olympics, the Tour de France and we will discuss all things altitude and sleep.
We have an in-depth about the science of altitude, how everyday people can use data to measure and track their performance and, finally, the future applications of altitude (hint: imagine booking a hotel altitude room in the future).
Do you have a burning question about altitude science and the future of sleep?
Check out Box Altitude
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with well workplaces onLinkedin
Small and Medium (SMEs) sized businesses are under the pump right now in Australia.
With the small business community employing lots of Australians in various sectors, it is so important for the SME owners and employees are remaining in a good state of health and wellbeing.
I know people are reluctant to speak to lawyers, especially when under stress and financial pressure, but the value of great advice is underrated.
In this episode, Tom Bosna and Katie Richards talk about:
- Katie's expertise as a commercial lawyer and her passion for accessible legal help being a human right
- How legal issues impact people's personal wellbeing and their performance at work
- How access to legal help could fit into the current employee wellbeing support framework
- The top stressors at the moment for employees and employers
- The rapidly changing workplace and considerations for employees and employers to manage risks
About Katie Richards
Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Educator and Innovator. Katie is a commercial solicitor passionate about systematisation and efficiency. As a previous commercial legal advisor to corporations like Domino's Pizza, National Australia Bank, GE Mining and Ecowash Mobile both in Australia and in the USA, Europe and Middle East, Katie's legal experience spans a variety of commercial matters and her ability to identify issues and opportunities, strategize a cost-considered and risk-mitigated approach and execute has been finely tuned. Having transacted in culturally sensitive environments, Katie is experienced in providing advice on commercial contracts which is socially considerate.
As a strong advocate for the provision of access to legal services Australia-wide regardless of financial position or geographical location, Katie set about the establishment of Virtual Legal, driving a high-energy team of lawyers to provide standard legal services through an online platform allowing clients to have legal work done without leaving their home or office. The use of the latest technology and systematisation of all processes within the corporation has given Katie's team the ability to charge only competitive fixed fees for residential conveyancing, commercial conveyancing, retail leasing, commercial leasing, business sales, business purchases, buying franchises, selling franchises, setting up franchises, wills and estates services, drafting agreements for small businesses (i.e. employment agreements, privacy policies, terms and conditions, supply agreements and several other commercial agreements) and setting up new companies and trusts.
Check out Law on Earth
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with Well Workplaces onLinkedin
Employee wellbeing during lockdown is a double-edged sword.
With employers and employees feeling a sense of déjà vu with 2021 lockdowns in Melbourne and Sydney. It goes without saying that wellbeing has never been more important in our lives.
In the current climate, it seems organisations are toggling between reactive wellbeing strategies and initiatives versus planning ahead with an eye on the future.
In this episode Tom speaks for the first time with Josh Lambert, Director of Pinnacle Health Group to speak about:
- What are the common themes and issues right now for his clients?
- What are some of the employee wellbeing initiatives that are working right now?
- Some of the great leadership examples at the moment in large and SME clients
About Josh Lambert
Josh has over 10 years experience in the health industry, leading health and wellness change for both government and corporate organisations. Josh works alongside key stakeholders at Australia's largest companies and urban developments, to design and build on-site wellness centres, and improve the engagement of employees or tenants. An MBA graduate, Josh is passionate about highlighting the return on investment, and vast productivity benefits achieved in a "well" workplace.
Josh is the Director of Pinnacle Health Group and Co-Founder of Well Workplaces.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace Wellbeing test today
About Well Workplaces
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with well workplaces onLinkedinor Join the community for exclusive events here
How long have you been sitting there?
Another day of back-to-back Zoom calls with little time for movement breaks?
We know this sedentary behaviour often leads to fatigue, disengagement, low mood, lack of focus and an uncomfortable, aching body – all of which can be very costly.
In this episode, Tom speaks with the inspiring Lizzy Williamson, Founder of Two Minute Moves to talk:
- Lizzy's experience with post-natal depression and how she used nostalgia and movement to help her re-establish a self care routine
- The science and art of a well-crafted movement break
- Step-by-step breakdown on how to create a micro-break movement in your working day
- The step-by-step requirements to set up a sustainable habit of movement
- The future of workplace events
About Lizzy Williamson
Dubbed by the US media as ‘the excuse-buster from Down-Under’, and as the founder of Two Minute Moves, I’m on a mission to help people integrate little moments of movement in their day to transform the way they work and feel.
Two Minute Moves came about from my experience of finding exercise and self-care almost impossible to do when I had post-natal depression. I couldn’t find the motivation, the time, the energy, in fact, it was the last thing I felt like doing. But what I discovered saved and changed my life. I made a decision that might not have felt like like much, but, in fact, made a big difference.
Now, with over fifteen years of experience, as a fitness presenter and personal trainer, plus the regular fitness expert on Australian television, I share my Two Minute Moves with companies, conferences and individuals around the world to help people discover the transformation a little moment of movement can make.
Lizzy is a certified Personal Trainer, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Presenter, Speaker and contributor to MindBodyGreen, The BubHub, BellaMumma and more. Her workouts have been featured in Lorna Jane's YouTube channel, news.com.au plus many other fabulous online publications, programs and blogs. Her 2 Minute Workouts get sent each week for free to thousands of women who have become part of her community. She has been up on stage speaking and getting audiences off their chairs and moving at Mindd, IIN, Mum Society and more.
Check out her book
About Well Workplaces
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today
Connect with well workplaces onLinkedin
Sleep matters when it comes to physical recovery, mental clarity and overall brain function and performance.
We know that approximately 40% of employees have sleep issues right now (that is a scary statistic!). We would assume this might be related to children or stress related right now?
In episode 22, Natalie McCann and Tom Bosna discuss:
- Natalie's experience with Chronic insomina
- Top tips for achieving optimal sleep hygiene
- How workplace policy could help bring more attention to the value of self-care and rest.
About Natalie
After experiencing chronic insomnia for decades, Natalie transformed her life and career from stressed out, chronically exhausted corporate project manager to calm, centered and focused Executive Sleep Coach
With a strong understanding of the stress and lifestyle of the corporate leader, she has developed a sincere passion to help others become the best version of themselves working with the foundation of sleep to reduce stress and in turn optimise performance.
About us
Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities.
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Is life feeling a bit dull at the moment?
2021 and lockdowns not on your vision board, right?
Join Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and I as we talk through the concept of Languishing. That feeling where you are just a bit, meh!
In episode 22 and on the livestream, Tom asks Dr Natalie Flatt
- What is Languishing mean when it comes to mental health?
- Languishing and mental health diagnosis
- The correlation between languishing and depression
- What are the key drivers of us feeling this way at the moment in 2021
- How can we move from languishing to flourishing and check in with ourselves.
Connect with host Tom Bosna onLinkedin
About Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych services
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities.
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With hybrid working and work from anywhere policies starting to take shape their is no better time for workplaces and landlords to reinvigorate the physical environment.
In this linkedin live episode 20, I'm excited to talk with Jerry Kennard, CEO of Evoke Projects about the latest trends in workplacedesign, fit-out and how workplaces are adapting to promote healthier spaces.
Jerry and Tom discuss:
- The key trends in the office fitout market in 2021
- How clients are adapting with hybrid working
- Where wellbeing and office fitouts come together
- WELL Building standards - a practical guide to use
To connect with Jerry Kennard
About Evoke Projects www.evokeprojects.com.au
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Is their anything better than a workplace challenge to stoke friendly competition and social engagement at work?
PUML is a very clever start up health technology business that has honed in on one of the most important aspects of life: movement, fun and social engagement.
In Episode 19, Tom Bosna speaks with Damien King who is the CEO and Founder of PUML. The discussion focuses on:
- How Damien has taken his career from technology and landed in the boutique world of corporate wellness
- Why PUML was created and how technology can be used to create healthy change
- How gamification actually works and the design nuances of PUML
- Why the workplace is a great place to start when looking to create healthy change.
If you would like to learn more about PUML head across to https://puml.io or connect with Damien King on Linkedin.
How do we live our best and healthiest life?
We all know we should eat right, move regularly and look after our mental wellbeing.
The big question is how do we turn this into daily action, ritual and positive mindset.
In Episode 18, we are lucky enough to have one of Australia's leading Corporate Wellness Speakers Bec Mitchell
In this episode Bec and Tom discuss:
- How Bec fell into Physiotherapy and found her passion in speaking and educating corporate clients across Australia
- How an unfortunate car accident lead to Bec becoming a more active, healthier and happier person
- The morning ritual that will set you up for a thriving day
- The key issues in the workplace right now and some strategies for companies to work through
- How the focus on employee wellbeing has been a silver lining for 2020/21
- The value of human connection and relationships in the evolving workplace model
About Bec Mitchell
‘How do we live our best life?’
This question led me to first gain my Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2010, and now to completing my Masters in Psychology and Neuroscience.
For the first 7 years of my career as a Physiotherapist I was fortunate enough to learn the importance of evidence-based medicine as I worked alongside some of Australia’s top surgeons, sports doctors, dietitians and physios at Olympic Park Sports Medicine.
But still the existential questions continued to burn inside me… so I went on to do further study in meditation teaching, nutrition and psychology.
And what I learnt through my personal experience and my studies is this:
Exercise and eating well isn’t just for athletes, and 6 packs are the least exciting benefit they offer.
Evidence-based wellbeing helps us think clearer, be more creative, focus more effectively, enhances our mood, and allows us to give more to the world. And isn’t that what life is about?
So now I work with wonderful organisations like CBA, Westpac, EY, General Assembly and The Australian Army to help spread this message.
My aim is to help people like you access the science of healthy habits so you can use your brain to it’s full ability, and maybe even get a little happier along the way.
Check out Bec's website on www.becmitchell.com or connect with her on Instagram and Linkedin
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement byPinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities.
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How would you design a workplace if you had the (benefit?) of Covid-19 hindsight and this new hybrid work flow we are all in right now?
In episode 17, Josh Lambert interviews Graeme Scannell who is the Head of Workplace Experience at MYOB.
Graeme was in charge of designing the amazing new digs for the MYOB team at their state-of-the-art Melbourne HQ, which was able to be adapted and modified through rapid change due to Covid-19.
Graeme talks to Josh about his passion for workplace design, the need for flexibility and adaptability of the workplace to suit all employees, and the linkage between workplace design and our overall wellbeing.
And of course, the podcast is packed with insights into the role of the workplace, as we slowly but surely start to fill up office buildings and work environments across the globe - albeit working in a different and more digitally-inclusive way.
We hope you get a bit out of this session, and subscribe to our podcast to get access to more industry leaders such as Graeme.
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About us:Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Nutrition is the foundation of a great working day.
Do you agree? 🥗
In episode 16, Tom Bosna interviews Karla Borland who is the CEO of Morsl.
- Karla founded Morsl after working many years working in Finance
- Karla remembered working long hours and having issues with finding healthy snacks at work
- Morsl was born out of the vision to create healthy changes through healthy eating
- Australia's first micro-market is high tech and a self-service automated food and drink marketplace that fits within a workplace.
- Morsl is employee centric with a focus on 80/20 principle to nutrition.
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About Karla:
After 17 years in the banking industry, having worked in Sydney, Singapore and Zurich, I left my role as a Director of Credit Suisse and found Morsl in 2018. Morsl offers Australia's first self-service food and drink market for workplaces.
The idea for Morsl was borne out of a daily frustration of trying to eat healthy in the office. I wanted to eat healthy, but I was time poor and I didn’t have the knowledge to read nutritional labels. I always ended up at the vending machine every afternoon buying a coke and chocolate.
After analysing the market in Australia, I realised there was a gap in how corporates provide their staff with access to healthy food options in a way which is integrated and sustainable for employees. Providing staff with seminars on nutrition and cooking classes is a fantastic form of education but our Morsl markets now allow them to put those learnings into practice on a daily basis.
Morl's mission is to have a real impact on employee health by improving the eating habits of employees.
Connect with Karla Borland and Morsl http://www.morsl.com.au/
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Are you kicking off the year with a new exercise routine? ✔️
Maybe you are trying out Barre, Pilates, Yoga, running or have joined a gym to get 💪 🧘♀️
We know that February is the month of you. The great comeback for fitness and the time when you are going to eat right, lose weight and have your fittest year ever!
I’m delighted to talk with Riain Casey 💪 on linkedinlive on how to stay moving all year round (not just bicep curling your way through Feb and March)
Let’s be honest, moderation is key 🔑 when it comes to creating a healthy lifestyle.
Looking forward to hearing from expert Riain Casey, Senior Physiotherapist
For many of us, Christmas is a time for happiness, a restorative break and reconnecting with our loved ones.
For many others, Christmas and the festive season can feel the complete opposite.
After the year that has been 2020, it is predicted that this festive season will be more stressful than previous years for people who are suffering with #anxiety and depression associated with this year.
Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D, Clinical Psychologist and co-founder of Connect Psych Services is chatting with Tom Bosna to discuss the key stressors of the festive season and explore some coping strategies.
Can you believe it is December already?
As we start to plan our festive season calendar - it is important time to consider how we best manage festive season consumption!
Introducing our expert Dietitian, Gemma Monaghan to talk on #linkedinlive about some key strategies to manage consumption and maintain healthy nutrition during this fun but tempting time of year!
Are you a feeder or eater?
Be mindful and eat well over the festive season!
To connect and stay across our weekly wellbeing linkedinlive streams - head across to our Well Workplaces page for future updates and amazing speakers.
In episode 15, Josh Lambert chats with Melissa Hosie, who is the Wellbeing Manager for Oceania at Ernst & Young.
Mel is a Human Resources gun, and has been in a number of HR-related roles for EY over the last 15 years.
Mel has been able to incorporate her love for managing people and culture, with the growing focus on employee wellbeing - most notably like all of in 2020 in managing the wellbeing of the 9,000 + employees at EY Oceania.
Mel shares some absolute gold nuggests of advice, including:
- how wellbeing initiatives were adapted literally overnight at EY in March 2020
- why the Digital Wellbeing Platform at EY has changed the game for employees, and allowed the team to measure wellbeing
- the mental health challenges of 2020, including some personal insights into the juggles and struggles that Mel experienced this year
- and what the future of wellbeing looks like into 2021 and beyond with their best-in-class wellbeing program
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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In this episode, Josh chats with Zoe Holland, who is the People & Culture Manager at Wotton & Kearney Lawyers.
Zoe has worked in a number of roles, but has found herself in her dream role and is a niche expert in managing people, culture and wellbeing for law firms.
Zoe shares her insights into engaging employees that are often time poor, work hard, and charge in billable hours and minutes as part of their role.
This is a great listen, as Zoe gets into:
- The myths, and stigma around how wellbeing is prioritised within law firms
- The changing landscape of the legal services industry, and how the wellbeing of employees has been thrust into the spotlight
- Practical insights into what works in the way of wellbeing initiatives for legal and similar professional services
- he sad but real truth that law firms aren't at all as crazy and hectic as an episode of Suits
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Have you ever thought about how the physical environment can impact your health?
Our guest, Jack Noonan is a building and environmental scientist who works as the Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, at the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). IWBI is a public benefit organisation whose mission is to improve human health and well-being in buildings and communities through the WELL Building Standard. Jack's role involves leading the IWBI support and operations in the region.
In this fascinating discussion, Jack and Tom discuss sustainability, human health and the factors in the physical environment that can make us really healthy. In this episode, listen out for:
- Jack's career pathway from trained geneticists to buildings and environmental science
- A great explanation of what is the latest research from IWBI
- The WELL building standard successes globally
- The key features of the WELL standards
- Why the WELL building standard is 100% inclusive
- How design can impact human health
- The future of work predictions from a design and WELL building standard perspective
This was a fascinating discussion with really tangible tips that can be applied today. To connect with Jack Noonan or to review the latest from the WELL Building Standard, Health-Safety Rating
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Bonus // Do you find time to reflect at the end of the day?
In this Linkedin livestream, Tom Bosna and Dr Natalie Flatt team up to talk about overcoming social anxiety and finding reflection.
This conversation is all about creating a healthy discussion around mental health in the workplace and wider community.
Listen out for:
- The insight into what actually is social anxiety and how this has been going in 2020
- The four key questions you should ask yourself everyday to reflect and build confidence
If you are an individual in need of support, check out https://connectmymind.online/
If you are a workplace and interested in exploring how you can support your workforce, head across to Connect Psych and review their innovative solutions for workplaces.
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Bonus Episode //
Are you feeling exhausted from a long and crazy year 2020?
In this livestream, Tom Bosna and Dr Natalie Flatt team up again to discuss the current state of play in motivation, socialising and strategies to help people who really need to ease back into 'normality'
This conversation is all about creating a healthy discussion around mental health.
Note: At the time of this recording Melbourne, Australia was easing with restrictions after two lockdowns - For those of you in the Northern Hemisphere - going through a similar situation, we empathise with you and are thinking of you.
About us:
Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Episode #12//
Are your workplace technology tools making you more productive?
The digital tools that we use in the workplace such as emails, social media platforms, slack and project management tools are designed to enhance our output and productivity (or at least, that’s how they are sold).
I would argue that the technology we rely on is reaching peak saturation levels and is now making us dumberer (see what I did there), more socially isolated and less effective.
How did that happen?
Do you often end up down a digital rabbit hole - wondering how you got there? Yes, I can see you nodding along.
Introducing Dr Kristy Goodwin, one of Australia's leading digital wellbeing and peak performance experts. She is a researcher, author, speaker and media commentator who provides science-backed solutions to optimise wellbeing and productivity in a digital world.
In this fascinating discussion, Dr Kristy Goodwin, educates us on some of the ways digital wellbeing is impact our lives and how we can improve our overall wellbeing with some evidence based strategies.
In this episode listen out for Dr Kristy Goodwin’s tips and advice on:
- Her passion for her ‘why’, her research and why the digital wellbeing message is important to her.
- Remote working and the latest research
- The neuroscience of multi-tasking and
- Some of the key strategies to improve digital hygiene
- Future of work - the major need for leaders to drive the communications strategy and message and how organisations can lead healthier teams with some simple strategies!
This was a fascinating discussion with really tangible tips that can be applied today.
To connect with Dr Kristy Goodwin head across to https://drkristygoodwin.com/ and follow her awesome content on her social media channels - Linkedin and Youtube. Be sure to download her e-book on Five Digital Productivity Hacks
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Episode #11// When it comes to diet, nutrition and cooking - everyone is an expert!
In a world full of misinformation it can be hard to find the right information and make the right choice.
When it comes to food and eating healthy we all know what we need to do but sometimes new diets come up in mainstream media that we see and need to understand.
Our guest, Gemma Monaghan is an accredited practising Dietitian, with qualifications in low FODMAPs and spends her working week educating corporates on all things nutrition.
In Episode 11, our guest Gemma shares her insights on:
- Her journey into Dietetics and Nutrition and love for cooking
- What Intermittent Fasting is all about and the pros and cons
- How Keto diet is one of diets she talks with clients about
- Alternative milks and there nutritional value
- The future trends in food, dining and nutrition
This was an interesting conversation with some great science to back it up. Please connect with Gemma
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways.
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Episode #10 // What is the compelling reason to come back into the office?
Rapid technological advancements combined with the world's biggest remote working experiment = rapid workplace change.
Future of work is not a new concept but in 2020 - this topic is particularly important as the world looks to speed up and evolve quickly creating a great opportunity for innovation and change.
Dinesh Acharya is a Future of Work strategist and PropTech entrepreneur who focuses on putting the person at the centre of the value creation - helping clients reimagine their future at work.
In this episode Dinesh and Tom have a really interesting discussion on:
- How Dinesh's background in Architecture lead him on a path of designing spaces that not only looked good, but also created real experiential value.
- The key themes on future of work that every employee should know right now.
- How accelerating technology change will redefine work, organisations and workplace and place an even greater emphasis on human experience
- Predictions and trends for the future of work and how work is becoming more complex
Connect with Dinesh and check out his written piece titled Putting the I Back Into Workplace Experience
Also check out the JLL video referenced in this podcast on youtube
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Episode #9 // We spend 1/3 of our lives at work- Can you imagine leaving work healthier than you showed up?
Olly Bridge is a well known personality in the health and wellbeing sector, with roles ranging from directing the hugely successful Global Corporate Challenge wellbeing movement, to his role as head of corporate health and wellbeing at Medibank.
In this episode Olly has a really interesting discussion with Josh as he shares stories on:
- How he has spent his entire working career in the sport, fitness and health and wellbeing industry
- His personal insights into what drives him to be the best version of himself
- How COVID has impacted him personally and his work
- Why inspiring workplaces and individuals to better wellbeing is an absolute passion
To connect with Olly Bridge please head across to hiswebsite or connect with him here Olly Bridge
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Episode #8 // Do you spend 47% of your time off task?
Athletes, CEOs and entertainers alike have brought mindfulness practice to our attention over the last five years.
In fact, mindfulness practice is simply described by expert Melo as attention training.
Yes, we all live in a world of distraction where our phones, emails and general busyness make for difficulty in being present.
Our guest, Melo Calarco is a high performance coach and leader in the field of mindfulness and in Episode 8 Melo shares his deep insights on:
- How he travelled the world on a mountain bike, staying with indigenous tribes and learnt a lot about people and mindfulness practice
- How he worked with a Psychiatrist on mindfulness training and how marrying the best of eastern and western practice is key to making things simple for corporates
- How novices can start practicing mindfulness by starting with only one small habit creation
- Non-formal and formal practice is easy to implement in a world full of distractions
- The future of workplaces and how mindful teams and leaders can influence real change
This was a fascinating discussion with really tangible tips that can be applied today.
About Melo
Melo Calarco Website- https://melocalarco.com/
Book in a FREE Chat with Melo - https://calendly.com/melo-1
FREE insight timer App link which Melo has a few meditations on- http://insig.ht/mindfulmooves
FREE COVID-19 Support Package-
https://melocalarco.teachable.com/p/mindfulness-support-package-covid-19
Melo's Linkedin Profile- https://www.linkedin.com/in/melo-calarco/
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Episode #7 // Rebecca Smith is a former Criminal Barriser turned workplace wellbeing expert. She works for Swisse Wellness (H & H group) as Capability and Performance Leader.
With a background in law that has morphed into a passion for creating great culture and more mindful and powerful ways of working, she works hand in hand with brands and leaders that are inspiring and cutting edge to help build businesses they love.
In episode seven of the well workplaces podcast, Rebecca speaks openly with Josh about:
- Utilising her maternity leave to assess her core values and ultimately lead to her leaving the career as a criminal lawyer
- How the workplace wellbeing space has changed significantly over the last decade and in her career
- How each organisation she worked at including Smiling Mind helped shape her knowledge and tools that she calls on at Swisse Wellness
- H & H group having an inspiring culture and world leading wellbeing programme
- The future plans to bring employees back together in 2021
About Rebecca:
A passionate and conscious connector of people, I work with businesses and individuals to help them achieve professional and personal growth and positive business expansion. With a background in law that has morphed into a passion for creating great culture and more mindful and powerful ways of working, I work hand in hand with brands and leaders that are inspiring and cutting edge to help build a business and a life they love.
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Episode #6// Shelley Flett is an expert in leadership, team performance and building high-performance team cultures. She works with leaders and business owners to improve individual productivity, and within organisations to assist with better staff retention, engagement and customer satisfaction.
Over the past seven months, the world is undergoing five years worth of disruption in six months and leaders are struggling to keep up and are at risk of burnout.
So the big question is: how can leaders stay relevant and be effective during this time?
In episode six of the well workplaces podcast, Shelley speaks candidly about leadership in the evolving environment of 2020:
- She shares her story of being a high performing individual and being promoted into management positions early in her career and why that lead to her passion for shaping future leaders
- Shelley shares the story of how leaders in 2020 adapted to the virtual environment and the shift to focusing on building capability in the organisations they work
- She shares her insights into how some leaders got caught operating from a place of sympathy rather than empathy in the early stages of lockdown leading to many leaders depleting their own resources
- Shelley and Tom speak about leadership modelling and how leaders always need to go there first especially during times of rapid change.
- Shelley speaks about the number one issue for organisations and leaders going into the future is retaining top talent and leaders need to remove barriers for employees to enable them to thrive.
To connect with Shelley Flett please head across to https://shelleyflett.com and I would highly recommend looking at the career resilience white paper
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Episode #5 // Is resistance training the best anti-aging intervention on the planet?
We have all seen Physiotherapists for many different reasons. Sometimes it is simply for pain relief and other times it is for rehabilitation of an injured area. For modern day health practitioners there is a growing body of evidence that points towards the benefits of exercise therapy in maintaining optimal health and preventing a range of chronic diseases. In fact, almost 25% of the worlds adults are classified as physically inactive - its a big issue and it is interesting that almost everyone knows that exercise is good for them but some of us simply do not get enough movement in our day.
This is where our expert Riain Casey comes in. Riain is the definition of a modern-day health practitioners that sees his role as a Physiotherapist as much more than pain relief and in fact he defines his purpose as to facilitate movement through physical activity promotion.
The big question for Riain is how should we train and why
In Episode 5, Riain Casey drops so many knowledge bombs on all things resistance training and physical wellbeing.
- Riain shares his journey from Ireland to Australia and his experience in treating people in various life stages from couch potato, to athletes, corporate and elderly.
- He shares a story about realising the huge benefits of strength training during University and how he worked with one of Irelands most respected strength and conditioning groups to learn his craft.
- Riain discusses how resistance training in its basic form can be done by most of us with very little equipment
- He talks about the top five ingredients for any resistance programs
- He shares the analogy that resistance training is the best anti-aging cream going around and all the amazing benefits
- Riain talks about how in 2020, he has had to adapt and pivot in his Physiotherapy role and how soft skills and exercise prescription have allowed him to navigate telehealth and corporate programmes
This was such a detailed and passionate discussion between Riain and Tom that I think you'll agree that we should unpack further topics from this man.
To connect with Riain Casey please head across to @the_phit_physio on instagram and follow his great content and expert tips on all things wellbeing and physical health.
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Episode #4 Not all stress is bad, but not all stress is good.
In fact, right there in the middle is a sweet spot for performance and flow.
Our guest, Samuel Eddy is a principal consultant, educator and speaker on the topic of stress management and resilience. Samuel has a very interesting discussion with host Tom Bosna, as they both share interesting stories of burnout.
In Episode 4, our insightful guest Samuel educates us on all matters relating to stress:
- Sam shares his person story with working in the UK as a corporate many years ago and noticing severe signs and symptoms of severe burnout.
- Sam shares his deep understanding on what is stress at a mental and physiological level.
- Sam introduces the concept of a wellbeing anchor to create mindful living.
- Sam talks through the stress temperature check model and gives practical examples of how you can move from the red zone back to green zone.
- He shares deep insights into what workplaces can expect over the coming twelve months and what he refers to as resilience shields.
- He shares how leaders, managers and team members can collaborate to create psychological safety and work together to facilitate resilience shields and therefore manage workplace stress.
This was a fascinating discussion with really tangible tips that can be applied today.
So how do you take your stress temperature? Listen to this episode and please check out Samuel Eddy’s page to take the quiz
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Episode #3 Have you ever considered your why?
At a deep level most of us end up on various career journeys for different reasons. Perhaps we are born into a world where financial success and career progression are expected and a product of our upbringing.
For other people, like Mark Harwood, prioritising wellbeing and connecting with a deeper sense of community is extremely important and fulfilling.
In Episode 3, our inspiring guest Mark Harwood, CEO of YGAP shares his stories on:
- How he started his role as CEO at YGAP just before the COVID-19 crisis and how the YGAP team have adapted during this challenging time.
- His career progression from working in a corporate environment at Accenture and changing his path towards working at World Vision and why that was important to him as a person.
- He shares his passion for how YGAP believes in the power of entrepreneurship and some of the great stories from the First Gens program
- Mark shares his story on how he ditched his car forever in favor of cycling to commute around the community for his overall wellbeing.
Connect with YGAP at ygap.org and to share a ygift with a colleague or friend go to ygift to check out the well workplaces ygifts.
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities.
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Episode #2 What exactly is financial wellness?
For some people the word 'finances' creates a feeling of stress and anxiety. Conversely, the word 'wellness' is a buzz word that often makes people think about meditation and yoga.
Put the words together 'financial wellness' and you have yourself mixed feelings and confusion. In this episode, I chat with award winning financial wellness advocate, Mikaela Patterson from Entourage Finance.
- Mikaela shares a her 'why' and has a very interesting tale that includes a Turbo car and watching with envy as her friends travelled the world (without her).
- Mikaela shares some very interesting data on consumer trends in the current climate with Australians reducing their credit debts by 20% during COVID-19
- We discuss online shopping and talk about the risks of afterpay as well as keeping your financial habits in check in a post COVID environment
- Mikaela shares the entourages 30 day financial challenge www.entourage.com.au/financialwellness/ which encourages maintaining conscious spending and awareness of expenses
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Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities.
Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin
Episode #1 // Tom Bosna interviews Dr Natalie Flatt to talk about the emerging mental health issues in the workplace and the community as a whole.
Dr Natalie Flatt shares some key insights into the problematic trends of the COVID-19 era. Dr Natalie talks about burnout and anxiety and shares some really helpful tips of dealing with change and strategies to validate your emotions.
Mental Health is by far one of the biggest issues in the community and this episode is all about creating some insights for the listeners.
If you are at all struggling with anxiety, burnout or depression during this time, you are not alone. Please contact a GP for a referral to a Psychologist, reach out to a friend, partner or check out the resources on the Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/