Work Unravelled
Welcome to the Work Unravelled Podcast, a weekly show with a new episode every Monday morning. Business Psychologist, Andrew Lloyd Gordon and Digital and Productivity Specialist, Scott Fulton, host the show. In each episode, we break down a piece of the workplace puzzle, providing practical insights, fresh perspectives, and actionable solutions to help you navigate the ever-changing world of work. Whether you're a leader, a professional, or simply curious about what makes organisations tick, this show offers strategies to think smarter, work better, and lead boldly.
Join us as we turn workplace complexity into clarity, one episode at a time.
Find Andrew online at: https://www.andrewlloydgordon.co.uk/
Find Scott online at: https://linktr.ee/scottfulton
Episodes
20 episodes
Work Unravelled: End of Season One Review
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we reflect on the wide range of topics covered in the first season. We discuss key issues like improving workplace meetings, job insecurity, productivity, and agility, with a focus on ...
Forget Bonuses - Here’s What Actually Makes Employees Love Their Jobs!
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we delve into the topic of employee motivation, challenging the common perception that financial incentives are the primary driver. We Discuss:✔️ The importance of intrinsic mot...
Coaching Skills Every Manager Should Master
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we delve into the concept of 'Manager as Coach.' We discuss:✔️ The pitfalls of traditional management styles that focus on micromanagement and providing direct answers✔️ ...
Fix Workplace Meetings - Fast!
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we address the issue of unproductive meetings, which cost employees a significant amount of time each year. We discuss:✔️ Why meetings often fail✔️ Meeting fatigue...
AI in the Workplace, Friend or Foe?
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we discuss the profound changes AI is bringing to the workplace. We discuss:✔️ Whether AI is a threat or an opportunity✔️ The parallels between the advent of AI and the r...
Navigating Job Insecurity & Redundancy Risk
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we tackle the highly relevant topics of job insecurity and redundancy. As the world of work constantly evolves, particularly with the rise of AI, more professionals find themselves anxious about t...
Peak Performance: The Power of Strategic Work Breaks
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we examine the often-overlooked topic of taking breaks at work and how it impacts productivity, leadership, and overall well-being. We discuss:✔️The science behind why breaks ar...
The New Rules of Workplace Etiquette
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we delve into modern workplace etiquette and the challenges of hybrid work environments. We discuss:✔️ Common workplace annoyances like messy office kitchens and loud Zoo...
Boosting Productivity with an Effective Morning Routine
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we explore the importance of establishing an effective morning routine to enhance work-life balance and productivity. We discuss:✔️ Dismantling the myth of the '5:00 AM club' an...
The Big Reset: How and Why Work Has Changed
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we discuss the significant changes in the world of work, focusing on technology, hybrid working, and shifts in organisational culture. We discuss:✔️ How COVID-19, the Great Resi...
The Art of Saying "No" - Assertive Communication
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we delve into the critical skill of saying "no" in the workplace. We discuss:✔️ The challenges and importance of being assertive✔️ The consequences of being a 'yes person...
Navigating Uncertainty: Leadership in a Turbulent World
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we explore the challenges of managing and leading in an ever-changing and chaotic environment. We discuss:✔️ The inevitability of uncertainty and change in today's world✔...
Innovation in the Workplace: Sparking Ideas that Stick
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we discuss the vital topic of embedding innovation into everyday business practices and organisational culture. We dissect the differences between creativity and systematic innovation,...
Agility at Work: Mastering Change and Growth
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, we explore the concept of workplace efficiency through the lens of an agile mindset. We discuss how agility, with its focus on flexibility, rapid feedback, and continuous improvement, can alleviat...
Emotional Intelligence - Your Workplace Superpower!
Understanding and Developing Emotional Intelligence for Personal and Professional SuccessIn this episode of Work Unravelled, we explore the concept of emotional intelligence (EI), its importance in the workplace, and practical strategie...
Work Life Balance - Get your time back!
In this episode of Work Unravelled, hosts Andrew and Scott discuss the challenges of hustle culture and its detrimental effects on work-life balance. They present alarming statistics on stress and burnout among UK employees and exp...
Career Crossroads: Stay or Go?
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, hosts Andrew and Scott delve into the complexities of career satisfaction and the challenges of change. They offer practical advice on determining whether it's the right time to switch...
Expert Strategies for Difficult Conversations at Work
Master every tough chat in the officeAre you anxious about giving feedback, managing underperformance or resolving conflict? In this episode of Work Unravelled, hosts Andrew and Scott share five expert strategies that will help you prep...
Workplace Burnout - It's not always inevitable
In this episode, we discuss the critical relationship between an individual's work attitude and the organisation's culture. We highlight how a lack of synergy between personal and organisational values can lead to burnout. Key point...
The Remote Reality – Making Hybrid Work Actually Work
In this episode of the Work Unravelled podcast, Andrew and Scott delve into the complexities of hybrid working. They discuss the transition from traditional office setups to flexible working environments post-COVID. The conversation covers prod...