Episodes

  • What's the Future of Work - and How Should We Feel About It?

    What's the Future of Work - and How Should We Feel About It?
    Jul 28 2023

    What does the future of work look like? Join Rachel and Jonathan as they explore what experts and futurists have to say about how work is changing.

    Tackling six key themes, Jonathan explores the pace of change, technology, and collaboration; while Rachel looks at wellbeing and mental health, flexible working, and longevity.

    This is the final episode of season one of The Mind Tools Expert Voices Podcast. Hopefully, we'll see you again soon for more expert insights on workplace challenges. In the meantime, you can hear all our Expert Interviews by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    Here's an episode transcript PDF.

    Find a featured interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall, Club members have full access)

    April Rinne
    Faisal Hoque
    Alec Ross
    Wayne Visser
    Tim Baker
    Tracey Follows
    David Weinberger
    Morra Aarons-Mele 
    Cary Cooper
    Yael Zofi
    Liam Martin
    Susan Wilner Golden 
    Andrew Scott
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    56 mins
  • What Are Quiet Quitting and Quiet Firing?

    What Are Quiet Quitting and Quiet Firing?
    Jun 29 2023

    Quiet quitting and quiet firing. The meteoric rise of these concepts has changed the way we look at engagement at work. But what do these buzzwords really mean? And how can we navigate these aspects of modern work life?

    Join Rachel and Jonathan as they delve into the Mind Tools interview archives to find the answers!

    Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    Here's an episode transcript PDF.

    You can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    Find a featured interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall, Club members have full access)

    Steve Goldstein
    Teresa Amabile
    Tim Baker
    Ned Hallowell
    Wayne Turmel
    Annie McKee
    Angie Morgan
    Robert Bruce Shaw
    Natalie Holder-Winfield
    Mark Brouker
    Kate Sweetman
    Yael Zofi
    Mimi Nicklin
    Frances Frei
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    53 mins
  • What Do You Do About Difficult People?

    What Do You Do About Difficult People?
    May 30 2023

    We've all worked with difficult people. But what can you do about it? From time-wasters and perfectionists to know-it-alls and pessimists, in this episode discover how to handle the six types of difficult co-workers.

    Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    Here's an episode transcript PDF.

    You can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    Find a featured interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall, Club members have full access)

    Rick Brinkman
    Melanie Katzman
    Jay Winner
    Robin Koval
    Mark Goulston
    Amy Gallo
    Joseph Badaracco
    Jackie Barretta
    Dana Borowka
    Tal Ben Shahar
    Chris Bailey
    Ilene Marcus
    Wayne Turmel
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    51 mins
  • How Do You Make Feedback Less Painful - And Still Useful?

    How Do You Make Feedback Less Painful - And Still Useful?
    Apr 28 2023
    Feedback can be tricky. If you're giving feedback, you probably feel worried about your approach and about how the other person will feel. If you're the receiver, you might feel vulnerable and even under attack. From either side, feedback is delicate!  So, in this episode, Rachel and Jonathan raid the Mind Tools interview archives to find ways we can make feedback a little easier. Jonathan collates advice on giving feedback and making performance conversations safe and productive. Rachel then looks at techniques for taking the stress out of receiving feedback, so we can get the most from hearing what others have to say about us. Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years. Here's an episode transcript PDF. You can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club. Find a featured interview: (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall, Club members have full access) Gretchen Spreitzer Susan Scott Ashley Goodall Christine Comaford Ken Nowack Marc Effron Anna Wildman Susan Weinschenk Frances Frei Pippa Grange Bill Wooditch Mark Goulston Tony Tjan Brad Staats Emma Seppala Patricia Walsh Josh Linkner  Angie Morgan
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    51 mins
  • How Do I Stop Wasting My Day?

    How Do I Stop Wasting My Day?
    Mar 29 2023

    In an age of distractions and competing priorities, how can we tackle procrastination and poor time management? In this episode, Rachel and Jonathan discover what it takes to get the most out of a workday.

    Jonathan looks at narrowing down what should go on your to-do list for the day. And Rachel then explores how you actually get it done – both aided, as always, with advice from our treasure trove of expert interviews.

    Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    Here's an episode transcript PDF.

    And you can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    Find a featured interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall)

    Bob Tobin
    Peter Bregman
    Francesca Gino
    Kristen Cox
    Ashley Whillans
    Margaret Greenberg
    Josh Linkner
    Jeffery Combs
    Greg McKeown
    Andy Core
    Tal Ben Shahar
    Chris Bailey
    Sharon Melnick
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    47 mins
  • What Makes A Great Team Now?

    What Makes A Great Team Now?
    Feb 27 2023
    What is it that makes a team great in today's work environment? Has it changed since the pandemic? In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel attempt to uncover the secrets of putting together the best possible team – all with the help of our expert voices. Rachel shows how you go about putting together a great team – from recruitment through to performance. And Jonathan takes the perspective of a team member, looking at how to make it work from the inside. What do you think makes a team great? Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years. Here's an episode transcript PDF. And you can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club. Find a featured interview: (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall) Elisabeth Marx Yael Zofi Lou Adler Dana Borowka Adrian Furnham Richard Hackman Myles Downey Morten Hansen Annie McKee Francesca Gino Katherine Crowley Bruce Tulgan Margaret Heffernan
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    53 mins
  • What Is Psychological Safety? (And Why Does It Matter?)

    What Is Psychological Safety? (And Why Does It Matter?)
    Jan 13 2023

    This time, Rachel and Jonathan take on the idea of "psychological safety." What does it mean? Where does it come from? And why does it matter?

    Looking at it from the perspective of both an employer and the individual, this episode weaves together the insights of experts from a range of disciplines, including an interview with Amy Edmonson who coined the term psychological safety. 

    What do you think about psychological safety? Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    Here's an episode transcript PDF.

    And you can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    Find an interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall)

    Amy Edmondson
    Tal Ben Shahar
    Pippa Grange
    Rosanne Thomas
    Nedra Glover Tawwab
    Christine Comaford
    Jackie Barretta
    Srikumar Rao
    Rob Goffee
    Susan Scott
    Mark Brouker
    Nick Morgan
    Frances Frei
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    44 mins
  • Can I Ask For More Pay?

    Can I Ask For More Pay?
    Dec 9 2022

    Welcome to the first episode of The Mind Tools Expert Voices Podcast! In this brand-new podcast series, hosts Rachel and Jonathan tackle workplace hot topics, raiding the back catalog of Mind Tools' Expert Interviews to find answers and insight. 

    In Episode 1 we look at remuneration. When is it acceptable to ask for more pay? How do you do it? And, if you're the boss, what do you do when your people ask for a raise?

    Get in touch and share your thoughts: expertvoicespodcast@mindtools.com

    Jonathan Hancock is a writer/content editor at Mind Tools with 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism. Rachel Salaman is a multimedia producer and consultant and has hosted the Mind Tools Expert Interviews series for 16 years.

    You can hear all our Expert Interviews in full by joining the Mind Tools Club.

    And you can access a full transcript of the episode.

    Find an interview:

    (please note, the full interviews are behind a paywall)

    Annie McKee
    Dorie Clark
    Robert Kaplan
    Melanie Katzman
    Bonnie Marcus
    Alexandra Carter
    Corey Kupfer
    Cal Newport
    Kurt Mortensen
    Emma Seppala
    Anna Wildman
    Beverly Kaye
    Adrian Furnham
    Chester Elton
    Margaret Greenberg
    Paul Facella
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    43 mins