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8 Minutes To Change Your (Work) LifeSUMMER LISTENING: Why You Can't Switch Off (And What To Do About It)This summer we're curating your playlist with some of our favourite episodes of BIZ - our podcast that gets your work life sorted! Do you feel guilty for taking breaks? Put work ahead of your relationships? Ignore your health in the name of productivity? You might be stuck in workaholic mode without even realising it! Meet your new BIZ hosts: Lisa Lie (former Head of People & Culture who worked herself into burnout twice in one year) and Em Vernem (Associate Editor at Mamamia who discovered that giving 80% at work prevents the burnout that comes from c...
2026-01-0829 min
What The FinanceSUMMER LISTENING: Why You Can't Switch Off (And What To Do About It)This summer we’re curating your What The Finance playlist, filling it with unmissable episodes of BIZ the podcast that gets your work life sorted. Enjoy! Do you feel guilty for taking breaks? Put work ahead of your relationships? Ignore your health in the name of productivity? You might be stuck in workaholic mode without even realising it! Meet your new BIZ hosts: Lisa Lie (former Head of People & Culture who worked herself into burnout twice in one year) and Em Vernem (Associate Editor at Mamamia who discovered that giving 80% at work prevents the burnout tha...
2026-01-0829 min
BizThe Workaholic Test: Hidden Signs You're Trapped (And How to Get Out)Do you feel guilty for taking breaks? Put work ahead of your relationships? Ignore your health in the name of productivity? You might be stuck in workaholic mode without even realising it! Meet your new BIZ hosts: Lisa Lie (former Head of People & Culture who worked herself into burnout twice in one year) and Em Vernem (Associate Editor at Mamamia who discovered that giving 80% at work prevents the burnout that comes from constantly operating at 100%). They've been trapped in the cycle, escaped it, and now they're exposing the workaholic trap that's keeping high-achievers burning out—even when the...
2025-10-2228 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHumans, Humanity and AI taking your job with Leanne SheltonIn this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Leanne Shelton, copywriter turned global AI coach, to chat about all things AI and humanity. Leanne’s new book AI Human Fusion shares a non-techy, human-first approach to AI for busy leaders. And honestly, it’s exactly the conversation we need to be having right now if you've been feeling the "AI-ick" or making doomsday predictions of when it might take over.
In our chat, Leanne and I dig into:
Why AI doesn’t have to replace you (and how to make sure it doesn’t)
How to train y...
2025-10-0843 min
Success Curious with Andy ReidExternal Compliance...Internal Rage - Claire Seeber, Leadership & Career ConsultantOf all the people you see online, Claire Seeber is someone that is undoubtedly true to who she is, and my word is she one immense human!With a tremendous perspective, undeniable energy & a genuine class, Claire has published an incredible book 'Less Hustle, More Happy' that is geared towards helping people to navigate beyond what is 'normal', and grab hold of a life that's possible.We had such a synergy in our conversation, and we dug into several common challenges & misconceptions that make this a MUST-LISTEN!P.s. you NEED to follow...
2025-10-0749 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastReady for a promotion? Here's how to know AND what to do nextIn this episode, I’m sharing four practical steps to help you go from just working hard (and not always being seen) to strategically shaping what comes next in your career in a way that feels right for you.
Whether you’re feeling restless, under-recognised, or just itching for more (even if you’re not quite sure what “more” means just yet), this episode will help you get clear, get visible, and move forward intentionally.
Some highlights from the episode: ✔️ Why swapping the word promotion for progression can open new doors ✔️ Why you should act like yo...
2025-09-1025 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastBold Moves, Dubai life, AND Inside the mind of a High Achieving People Pleaser with Dr Katherine IscoeIn this episode, I’m joined by my fabulous friend Dr Katherine Iscoe – leadership expert, speaker, board member, and (as she puts it) a recovering high-achieving people pleaser (HAPP) – all the way from her brand new home in Dubai.
We chat about what it really takes to start again: ✨ Letting go of the imaginary critics ✨ Embracing the 20% of life that’s always going to feel frustrating ✨ And why ‘hope is not a strategy’ when you’re building the life you want to live
Kat also shares with us a big, bold vision for herself, the rea...
2025-08-1356 min
Career ConfidenceThe 50/50 Rule: Why Performance + Relationships = Career SuccessThink working harder and letting your work "speak for itself" will get you promoted? Think again.Meet Claire Seeber, leadership consultant, career coach, and author of "Less Hustle, More Happy," who's about to flip everything you've been told about career advancement on its head. After 15+ years in HR working with organisations worldwide, Claire discovered that most people are only operating with 50% of the career success equation.In this episode, Claire reveals the career currency framework that's helped thousands of professionals go from stuck to strategic, shares her incredible story of resilience (including being stranded on...
2025-07-2756 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastYour Game Plan for Success for the Second Half of the YearThe second half of the year isn’t about cramming even more onto your already overflowing to-do list. It’s about clarity, boundaries AND bold intention.
In this solo episode with Claire, she walks you through six powerful prompts designed to help you realign, reset, and reignite your focus without feeling overwhelmed.
You’ll learn:
How to reconnect with how you actually want to feel come December (and what to do to ensure you do!)
Why your strengths are your superpowers, and how to dial them up t make work easier!
What needs to go to...
2025-07-0930 minBizWhy You Can't Switch Off (And What To Do About It)Do you feel guilty for taking breaks? Put work ahead of your relationships? Ignore your health in the name of productivity? You might be stuck in workaholic mode without even realising it! Meet your new BIZ hosts: Lisa Lie (former Head of People & Culture who worked herself into burnout twice in one year) and Em Vernem (Associate Editor at Mamamia who discovered that giving 80% at work prevents the burnout that comes from constantly operating at 100%). They've been trapped in the cycle, escaped it, and now they're exposing the workaholic trap that's keeping high-achievers burning out—even when the...
2025-06-3028 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastReady to move to an Exec role? Here's how to stand out with PARTNER founder Caitlin IustiniThinking about stepping into an executive role, but not sure how to stand out in a crowded sea of candidates? Then our latest Eating your Cake too episode is for you.
In this month’s podcast, I sit down with Caitlin Iustini, founder of PARTNER Executive, recruitment powerhouse, and champion for gender equity in leadership, to unpack what really matters when you're eyeing the next big move.
We chat about:
The key things recruiters actually look for in executive candidates
Why soft skills are becoming more important in today’s recruitment world
How women can...
2025-06-1152 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastLizzie Williamson and The Active Workday Advantage - get more movement in your day in just 2 minutes!In this episode, I chat with Lizzie Williamson, the “Excuse Buster from Down Under” and author of The Active Workday Advantage. Lizzie is all about getting us moving – and not with long, overwhelming, or crazy workouts, but with simple, two-minute movements that you can do right at your desk.
What We Talk About:
Why sitting all day is bad for your body and mind – and why two minutes of movement is all you need to feel better.
Simple, quick movement hacks – that you can do without leaving your desk (yes, really! We even whizz through them on the sho...
2025-05-0745 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastUnderstanding Perimenopause and the Impact on Mid Career WomenEver felt like your body and mind were working against you, right when you’re at the peak of your career? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving deep into perimenopause, how it affects women in mid-career, and what we can do to navigate it with confidence and clarity.
I’m joined by Dr Kirstey Holland, Founder, Director and principal practitioner of The Holland Clinic and an expert in women’s health and hormones, who breaks down the real impact of perimenopause on our energy, focus, and overall well-being. She also shares how we can naviga...
2025-04-091h 01
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastSo Your Workplace Isn’t Big on Gender Equity… Now What?This episode is all about turning gender equity talk into action! Joining me is Ashley McGrath, a gender equity trailblazer leading CEOs for Gender Equity and a PhD researcher on women’s inclusion in the mining industry.
In this thought provoking, yet super practical conversation we dive into: ✅ Why gender equity can still feel like it’s lagging (spoiler: unconscious bias + pink washing is happening, but there is good news too!!) ✅ Practical strategies for tackling workplace resistance ✅ How to advocate for yourself even when the system is the problem ✅ The power of data in shifting...
2025-03-1947 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast25 Things I’m Bringing into 2025In this episode, I’m sharing 25 things I’m carrying into 2025. From choosing kindness to prioritising joy (yes, actually scheduling joy), embracing change, and setting stronger boundaries.
Some of these aren’t new… They’re values, beliefs, and practices I’ve held for years. But with everything going on in the world right now, I think it’s always worth checking in with ourselves. How do we want to show up? What do we want to bring into the new year and what might we want to let go of?
✨ Some highlights from the list:✔️ Holding sp...
2025-02-1136 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastShould I Quit My Job, or Am I Just Tired?Ever felt stuck between wondering if it’s time to move on from your job or if you’re simply exhausted? You’re not alone. It’s a question so many of us wrestle with, especially as we get closer to the end of the year. Our lives become busier as we try and squeeze more in before the 31st December deadline we give ourselves to have ‘everything’ done by! In this episode, I’m unpacking the key signs to help you figure out whether your current role is still the right fit for you, OR if it’s simply ti...
2024-12-0432 min
The Debra Shepherd Podcast178: Goodbye Hustle, Hello Happiness and Fulfillment with Claire SeeberI'm honoured to welcome Claire Seeber to The Debra Shepherd Podcast this week. Claire is a Career and Leadership Coach, Trainer, Speaker, Podcast Host and Author of the book 'Less Hustle, More Happy'. Claire is an expert in career development and leadership and blends her experience in business, HR and communications to ensure that people are better able to show up and have the most impact on themselves, their teams and their organisations that they can feel proud of. Claire has worked with or for some of the world's most well-known brands including NBC Universal...
2024-11-0746 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast5 Career Lessons I Wish I Knew SoonerEver wish you knew then what you know now? In this episode, I’m sharing the top 5 career lessons I’ve learned the hard way, so you don’t have to make the same mistakes. From trusting your gut, to learning how to communicate (and network) like a pro, these insights have shaped my career journey and could make a huge difference in yours too. Here’s what I’m covering in this episode: 💡 Lesson 1: Hard work alone won’t speak for itself – you need to share your wins, but you can do it strategically!! 💡 Lesson 2: Do...
2024-11-0631 min
SPARK FoundersA wine with: Claire Seeber#awinewith Claire Seeber, Founder of Claire Seeberhttps://claireseeber.com.au/In this episode, we chat about:
Who am I outside of business
Why do we withhold happiness from our lives?
What is it all for?
Less Hustle, More Happy
If you keep giving, and people keep taking... that is your fault.
Get more SPARK in your business…
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$15k Quarterly Cash Grants for Women...
2024-10-1437 min
Ed Stott & The Big Life QuestionsTop 5 Career Dilemmas Solved by Global Career Coach Clare SeeberFallen out of love with your job? Can't get an interview? Don't have the right connections? Not sure what to do next? The next 40mins are just for you! Global career coach Claire Seeber is answering your top career dillemas. Claire's first episode resonated with SO MANY of you that she's joined our little self improvement club once again to answer your trickiest career questions - all things I've been wondering & I'm sure you have too: - I no longer feel like my job is right for me. What do I do? - When i...
2024-10-0346 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastIs the To-Do List Ever Really Done?Let’s get real – is the To-Do List ever really done?
After a whirlwind few months of book launches, client work, and events, I’m here to say "Ahhh, hell no... it’s not" – which means WE have to get better at building in brain breaks and setting boundaries to ensure we can show up as our most effective, impactful selves.
In this latest episode of Eating Your Cake Too, I’m diving into the habits we need to unlearn if we want to stop running ourselves into the ground, both in business and in life. I’ll s...
2024-10-0234 min
this is work637 how to ditch hustle culture and find happiness at workIf hustle culture has ever left you feeling burnt out, you're not alone! In this episode, Shell chats with Claire Seeber, author of Less Hustle, More Happy. Claire shares how to build a career you love without falling into the hustle trap. The episode touches on:👉🏾 what hustle culture is and why it’s harmful👉🏿 how to create a happy career you actually love👉🏻 shifting from busyness to real impact👉 how to avoid burnout and stay energised at work👉🏼 using the happy career matrix to track your progress👉🏽 practical tips for ba...
2024-09-2242 min
Heart at Work with Trina Sunday13: Disengaged and Disconnected: Strategies to Reignite Your Workforce with Claire SeeberIf you have been looking for some ideas to get your workforce more engaged, this is the episode for you!Following the release of Gallup's recent State of the Global Workplace report showing that around two-thirds of the workforce is disengaged, I chat with leadership coach Claire Seeber, about how to turn this around to see more workers thrive in their roles.Claire shares her thoughts with me on some fundamental basics that both individuals and organisations might be missing in connecting to their roles. This might just be the trigger for your own a-ha...
2024-09-0846 min
Ed Stott & The Big Life Questions5 Steps to Finding Fulfilling Work with Claire SeeberBeing the hardest worker doesn't always pay off. So how do we channel all of that time and effort into something that does? Well Claire Seeber is the author of Less Hustle, More Happy. She's a career consultant who's spent the last 16 years in HR across many roles & multiple countries, she's had a front row seat watching the difference between the people who get ahead & those who don't. Spoiler alert - it's often not the hardest worker, nor the most technically qualified that's rising to the top - Claire has unlocked the blueprint for being va...
2024-09-0541 min
Yellow Shelf PodcastLess Hustle, More Happy, author Claire SeeberLess Hustle, More Happy: Be seen, valued and fulfilled at work without selling your soul. Author Claire Seeber is an expert in career development and self-leadership. Seebers knows from experience employees right now are searching for answers on how to operate in the working world in a way that feels right for them. This book get us back to a space where we can define career success on our terms, whilst supporting our organisations at the same time. A book that sees us channelling our efforts, expertise and enthusiasm in ways that get results.
2024-08-2507 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastWe're Back! 5 Things You Can Do RIGHT NOW to Help Your CareerWe are backkkkkkkk!! It’s been a hot minute since our last episode because I’ve been deep into writing my new book 'Less Hustle, More Happy', which is set to hit bookstores and online at the end of August.
In this latest episode of Eating your Cake too, I’m sharing five actionable things you can do right now to boost your career, especially if you're feeling a bit burnt out mid-year.
Review your career values
Check in with your strengths and whether you’re leveraging them
Do a relationship audit
When was the last time you as...
2024-08-0530 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast4 Things you Need to do to Play to your Strengths! “I’d love to see you leverage your strengths more in this role”.
“Just play to your strengths - the rest will follow”.
Ever had or heard feedback like this before?
It’s not wrong, but it isn’t overly helpful either.
What is often lacking in this conventional advice about strengths play, is the actual “HOW TO” of playing to your strengths to achieve outcomes for yourself, your team, and your organisation.
My view on this is that there are actually FOUR crit...
2024-03-1221 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast5 Things your Boss Wants you to do This Year!5 Things your Boss wants you to do this Year!
Is wanting more recognition at work on your list of goals this year? If so, this month's podcast topic is for you.
If you are wanting to showcase yourself as a go-getter, or a star performer this year in your Organisation, one that is ready for new opportunities, there are 5 things that your boss really wants you to know and, more importantly, DO!
Set Clear Goals and Objectives for yourself
Be an Impact Player - AKA Show initiative and real Probl...
2024-02-1330 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow sleep influences our bad, bold and brave choices with Amanda SlingerSo what connects a pirouette, airline safety briefings and Dolly Parton?
It's all covered in this episode of the Eating your Cake too podcast!
For your listening delight, I welcome you to join myself and Amanda Slinger - founder of SleepSpot, and rest and sleep expert.
I have been telling EVERYONE about this episode. After speaking with Amanda, I walked away with a polite kick up the butt and some seriously powerful insights! Amanda is a wealth of knowledge on all things rest, recovery, sleep and how we b...
2024-01-0942 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHigh, Lows and Lessons of 2023Often in our jobs, after completing a project or piece of work we’re asked to reflect on what went well, what didn’t go well, and what would we do differently next time. How often do we apply that same discipline to ourselves though?
In this episode of the Eating your Cake too podcast I put my 2023 out on the table for you.
The good. The bad. The ugly.
And most importantly, the lessons I learnt.
There are also two big gems towards the end, shared with you, that I am embrac...
2023-12-1234 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastKnow your Numbers with Molly Benjamin from Ladies Finance Club!Female financial literacy is a topic that is gaining conversation and momentum. Recently coming to light the alarming statistic that the fastest growing group to experience homelessness in Australia is women aged 50+. Ladies, it's time to know your numbers!
I am beyond pumped to have Molly Benjamin on the Eating Your Cake Too Podcast, showing us finance can be fun!
There is no better advocate than Molly as she shares her personal journey with us. She was that young woman who spent everything, had a great time too! Molly’s lightbulb moment w...
2023-11-2136 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastOur 50th Episode!Can you believe it? We've reached a super sweet milestone - our 50th podcast episode! It's been an incredible journey filled with laughter, thought-provoking insights, some tears, and a hellof a lot of heart on the Eating your Cake too podcast! To mark this occasion, I wanted to do something a little different. So, we turned to YOU, our amazing listeners, the heartbeat of the podcast. I threw out a call on Instagram, inviting you to ask me anything - and, you sure did come through with some great questions! Today, on...
2023-10-2433 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastLet’s Talk Workplace Entitlement With Trina SundayWorkplace entitlement, or ‘entitled employees’ is something we are hearing ALOT of talk about at the moment. So I decided to sit down for a chat with the one of the best in the business to talk about what actually is employee entitlement, and why is it such a hot topic right now? In our latest podcast episode, Trina Sunday shares her 25 years of knowledge in the HR and OD space, as well as her unique perspective to our discussion. Trina shares her wisdom on how to effectively address entitlement, whether it's from employe...
2023-10-1048 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to deal when you inherit a team you didn't hireYou’ve found yourself in charge of people — whether you’ve been promoted or transferred within your current company, or have joined a new organisation with a team ready to go. Either way, Congratulations! As exciting as this new opportunity is though, it can present some unique challenges and opportunities. Inheriting a team that you didn't hire can be both exhilarating and daunting. It's a chance to showcase your leadership ability, but it also comes with the responsibility of navigating existing team dynamics and forging new connections. Wondering how to handle it? I’ve got YOU covered...
2023-09-2630 min
this is dailyundergoing IVF + asking a workplace about their flexibility policiesShould you disclose your intention to undergo IVFto a potential employer? Shell and Claire Seeber from Eating your Cake too chat about how you might navigate this situation in a job interview.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2506 minthis is dailysetting boundaries at workIn this episode Shell and guest Claire Seeber from Eating Your Cake Too share some practical phrases you can use to establish healthy boundaries with your boss or peers.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-1810 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastLet's talk Leadership - what they don't teach you at uni with Shelley Johnson!"Leadership is more than what meets the eye." When it comes to leadership, what we learn in a classroom setting only scratches the surface. The values, behaviours and impactful characteristics that make a true leader often go beyond formal reading and learning. Join me in our latest episode as I engage in an insightful conversation with Shelley Johnson, a seasoned and impressive professional, Shelley has led human resources teams for over a decade, coaching executives and business owners to become the leader. Our conversation covers a range of topics such as t...
2023-09-1248 minthis is dailystrategies for building confidence and managing imposter syndromeLooking for ways to boost your confidence at work? In this chat, Shell and career and leadership coach Claire Seeber talk about some ways to manage the sneaky little imposter syndrome that can creep in.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-1107 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastNavigating Change and Driving Culture with Nikos PsaltopoulosIn today's rapidly evolving world, organisations and individuals face the critical challenge of navigating change and driving culture. Adapting to new technologies, market shifts, and societal expectations is crucial for success. Effective change management and fostering a positive culture are key. This week, join us as we have an insightful conversation with Nikos Psaltopoulos, a C-suite leader and disruptor, who recently embarked on a new chapter in his career and life. We explore the key ingredients necessary to cultivate a dynamic and positive culture within organisations, highlighting the significance of trust, respect, and g...
2023-08-2937 minthis is workcommunicating boundaries at work, when to change careers, boosting your confidence + moreIn today's episode Shell and special return guest Claire Seeber answer your questions around:👉🏾 improving confidence and dealing with imposter syndrome👉🏿 careers in helping people make career changes👉🏻 redundancy👉🏼 communicating boundaries at work👉 disclosing in a job interview that you intend to go through IVF👉🏽 how to know if it's time to change careers👉🏻 and career advice they would've given to their younger selves!Connect with Claire on LinkedInWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only...
2023-08-2745 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastAre you an asker or a teller?Are you an Asker or a Teller? This seemingly simple question holds significant importance when it comes to driving a culture of collaboration and growth within your team. Why does this matter? There are four key reasons in my opinion why adopting the role of an asker, rather than a teller, is vital. In this episode, we'll delve into why this approach is crucial for achieving better business outcomes, cultivating high-performing teams, and fostering critical thinking and trust. Join us as we dive deep into the importance of embracing a coaching...
2023-08-1520 minthis is workadvancing in your career with Claire SeeberToday we're chatting all about taking your career to the next step and how to become an impact player in the workplace with career and leadership coach Claire Seeber from Eating your Cake too. If you have a desire to land a promotion or progress in leadership you'll love the gold that Claire brings in today's chat!📘 Impact Players by Liz WisemanConnect with Claire: Instagram | LinkedInWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and prope...
2023-08-0646 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastOffboarding with ClassHave you ever considered the impact of your departure from an organisation, team, or department on your long-term career? Whether you're moving on to another organisation, team, or department, it's crucial to approach your departure professionally and with a long-term perspective in mind. Your career is not a short game, but a strategic journey, and how you handle your offboarding process can have a lasting impact. In this episode, we'll explore three key aspects of offboarding with class. We'll discuss the importance of maintaining professionalism during your notice period. We'll highlight...
2023-08-0123 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast5 Types of Difficult Colleagues and HOW to deal with themWorking in a collaborative environment often means encountering a diverse range of coworkers. While most colleagues are supportive and cooperative, there are times when we come across individuals who can pose challenges to our professional growth and productivity. Understanding different types of difficult colleagues is crucial in developing effective strategies to work with them. It can be challenging to know exactly how to work with people who act like this. Avoiding these conflicts with our co-workers can have far-reaching consequences on our productivity, job satisfaction, and even our personal lives. Throughout this episode, we explore f...
2023-07-1830 min
The Bookshop at the End of the InternetBookshop Interview with Author Claire Seeber, Episode #184 Author Claire Seeber discusses her new book, The Birthday Reunion. Claire is the author of nine books, all of them dark, twisty, psychological thrillers. The Birthday Reunion is no exception. This novel is a twist on the domestic thriller, featuring four middle-aged women who were best friends in their early twenties but haven't spoken in twenty years. When three of them are invited to the fourth woman's birthday party on a gorgeous island in the Mediterranean, the four women reunite. And in typical Claire Seeber fashion, everything goes horribly wrong.
2023-07-1234 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to have a great mid-year performance conversationDo you remember the last time you sat down for a performance review? Did it leave you feeling motivated, enthusiastic, and well-informed, ready to excel in your work? Well, for many employees, performance reviews can be quite the opposite. They can feel like a yearly obligation that causes anxiety, and can bring up a lot of negative emotions rather than inspiration. Don’t worry, my friend. I’ve got some good news! By taking charge and actively participating in your mid-year performance conversation, you can turn things around and experience a whole new level of motiv...
2023-07-0426 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastDealing with Fear of Public SpeakingWhether presenting in front of a large audience or speaking up during a meeting, public speaking anxiety can be overwhelming and hinder personal and professional growth. Fear not! If the thought of public speaking makes you frozen with fear, then this is the podcast episode for you. This week, I am joined by Shil Shanghavi, a public speaking specialist, storyteller and highly regarded speaker coach. Shil is redefining the meaning of public speaking by demonstrating its value across all forms of communication and has presented across most industries worldwide, online and in person. He is t...
2023-06-2044 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to ask for a Pay Rise - Here are FOUR handy tips!Asking for a raise can be a daunting task for many people, but it’s a crucial step in career development. With the right approach and preparation, you can increase your chances of getting a "YES" and securing the salary you deserve. While it does require careful research and preparation, following the right process and taking the time to do things correctly can boost your chances of success, as well as help you negotiate with confidence. As the saying goes, if you do not ask, you do not get. In this episode, I giv...
2023-06-0622 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to nail your new role in your first 30 days!Starting a new job can be both exciting and stressful. It's common to feel anxious during the first 30 days as you strive to make a good impression and learn the ropes quickly. It is an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, and take on new challenges. With this can mean heightened stress and overwhelm. But, it doesn’t have to be. To make this transition as smooth as possible, it's important to have an intentional plan of action. In this episode, I give you practical strategies to help you succeed in yo...
2023-05-2328 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastDo you know your Career Non-Negotiables?Knowing your career values, criteria or your non-negotiables is crucial to making informed decisions about your career path and finding greater fulfilment and satisfaction in your work. Your career values are the principles and beliefs that are most important to you in your professional life. They could include things like autonomy, creativity, financial stability, work-life balance, social impact, or personal growth. In this latest podcast episode, we discuss the importance of knowing your career value (or non-negotiables) and how understanding these criteria can guide you to identify more opportunities that align better with you...
2023-05-0920 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastStand out at Work with your own personal USP!In a world where competition reigns supreme, standing out from the crowd is more important than ever. Whether it's a new product, service, or brand; capturing the attention of your audience is crucial for success. A USP is not just a marketing concept, it's the heart and soul of business. And yet, for some reason, we never think about it when it comes to ourselves and how we show up in the workplace. What is YOUR unique differentiator that sets YOU apart from your competitors? In other words, what are the unique combination...
2023-04-2526 min
Surprising Offspring PodcastNo RegretsThis offspring came from a writing prompt by a fellow writer after discussing Claire Keegan’s Short Story 'So Late in the Day' in our writing group. The homework was to write a short prose from Cynthia's perspective.The Short Story has been published in The New Yorker in the February 28, 2022 Issue and is available here. Get full access to Surprising Offspring at sandysq.substack.com/subscribe
2023-04-1905 min
Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, PsychologicalThe Birthday Reunion by Claire SeeberPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/679354 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Birthday Reunion Author: Claire Seeber Narrator: Katherine Press Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 8 minutes Release date: April 18, 2023 Genres: Psychological Publisher's Summary: Four friends. One dream getaway. But who will make it out alive? When the gold-rimmed invitations arrive through the doors of best friends Simone, Hannah and Vicky they're instantly taken aback. Their ex-friend Jodie is inviting them to a lavish Mediterranean villa to celebrate her birthday. They haven't spoken in years since she betrayed them in the worst way. So how did they make the guest...
2023-04-1803 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastWant to be Promoted? Do these FOUR things!Climbing the career ladder and landing a promotion is an important goal for many professionals. Yet, it can be challenging to navigate the path to success and stand out among your peers. To increase your chances of being promoted, it's important to be able to demonstrate your value to the company and show that you're ready for the next level. In this latest podcast episode, I'll be giving you FOUR handy tips to help you enhance your chances of getting that well-deserved promotion you’ve always wanted! Tune in and let me...
2023-04-1131 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastCreating your own Story with Rachael FitzpatrickOur stories are some of the most powerful, impactful, and persuasive tools we have within ourselves! People will listen to you because of YOUR narrative. People believe in your ability to relate to them and trust you to lead because of how you convey YOUR STORY. This is why knowing your story and HOW to convey your narrative is vital not only in leadership but also in life. But how exactly? This week, I am joined by Rachael Fitzpatrick. Rachael has worked in Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Singapore and her employment e...
2023-03-2842 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to Improve your RelationshipsOur relationships play an important role in our personal AND professional lives and because of that we should be nurturing these relationships. How often have you had a conversation with someone only to realise you had been the only one listening and asking questions the whole time? Or, perhaps you are the one who didn’t feel like you were able to reciprocate the same kind of genuine interest in the exchange? Genuine curiosity is a simple ability, action and a habit that we frequently tend to overlook when it comes to strengthening relationships. M...
2023-03-1418 min
Empathy TalksEmpathy (and why we have two ears and one mouth)For global Career and Leadership Coach, Claire Seeber, good leadership is empathy, and without it, you won’t (and can’t) have teams that thrive. Learn why she believes that good leaders have to carve out time to genuinely listen, even over Zoom.
2023-03-0714 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastUnapologetically You: The Strength in Being Yourself with Dr. Katherine IscoeAmplifying your voice and being unapologetically yourself is one of the most powerful and impactful tools a person has. We often hear the advice "just be yourself, and it will be fine.", but no matter how good it sounds, it just feels too good to be true. In reality, it is more complex, and just being yourself can feel like it won’t be enough to help us reach our goals, or establish good connections. But is it really the case? Let's dive into today's episode with Dr Katherine Iscoe. A keynote speaker, author, board mem...
2023-02-2830 min
The Angela Henderson Online Business ShowFrom Side Hustle to Moving to a $500,000 a Year Business with Claire SeeberHow do you go from working in corporate to hitting your first 500k year as a business owner? In this episode, I’m speaking with Claire Seeber, a Career and Leadership Coach for women, and founder of Eating Your Cake Too. Claire shares her story of creating a side hustle and 5 years later jumping into her most successful year yet. You can expect lots of insightful tips and a peek into the ups and downs of growing her business in this conversation. So grab a glass of tea or wine and let’s dive in.Claire’s corpor...
2023-02-2739 min
Secrets in the City with Dr KatherineThe juggling act of being a people pleaser and living your purpose: success strategies with Claire SeeberHave you ever had an instant girl crush? Well Claire is that for me.We had our first 'date' about a month ago and we ended up speaking for hours. This woman is a wonder: bottomless wisdom and motivating as heck.But the thing that really lights my soul about Claire is: she's real. What you see is what you get. She struggles too, and doesn't hide it.In this episode you will hear her dive deep with a secret that affects so many of us:"I am a people pleaser...
2023-02-221h 00
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastTwinning! Going Against the Grain with my Twin, AdamOur lives can often be so heavily influenced by society and peer expectations, it’s not hard to lose sight of what we really want and what we’re truly passionate about. We can forget that this is OUR LIFE and at the end of the day, following your dream career or journey is up to YOU. This week I am joined by special guest and my twin brother Adam! We catch up on all things growing up, life and adventure, and he shares with us a glimpse of what life is like when you make the bold...
2023-02-1549 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast5 Essentials to Drive your Career Success in 2023!What plans do you have for your career growth this year? What are you committing to doing differently? If your plan for the year was to keep taking on extra projects and responsibilities and hoping that your manager or someone else will notice, then, my friend, we need to get a game plan in place for you STAT. But where do you even begin? What ARE the critical steps that you should take to advance your career, and where do you begin? I’ve got you covered; in this latest poddy episode, I sha...
2023-01-3127 min
Eating Your Cake Too Podcast3 BIG Lessons I Learnt in 2022Welcome to the Eating your Cake too podcast in 2023! Are you a big believer in New Year's Resolutions? Do you wake up on the 1st Jan each year with a list of commitments you’re making to yourself for the year ahead? Personally, I rejected the idea of making New Year's resolutions a long time ago. I believe that for sustained success and motivation, we must regularly review our goals, not just once a year, but every day - consistently. I also believe that New Year's resolutions give us the opportunity to abdicate res...
2023-01-1727 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastSaying NO in the Silly Season!Do you feel like this time of the year gets a bit overwhelming at times? Do you feel like every time you open your calendar, there are more and more events in there? More and more invites. More and more emails saying “we must grab a coffee before the year is through”? This podcast is to remind you that it is OK to say NO. It is OK to decline the 9th Christmas party you’ve been invited to. Or the coffee catch up with someone you haven’t seen all year, but is pushin...
2022-11-2217 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastEmbracing More Feminine Energy with Amanda LouisaAll of us have both a combination of masculine and feminine energy within us. Both of these energies have a unique impact on how we lead and how we show up at work. Curious about which energy you are leaning into? So was I. Let’s dive into today’s episode with Amanda Louisa, a sustainability specialist, feminine leadership coach, and recovering lawyer! We talk about embracing more feminine energy and finding the right balance between the masculine and feminine energy within us. Amanda helps corporations and women harness the power of feminine leaders...
2022-11-0834 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to ask for feedback that is actually helpful!Do you find it difficult to gather helpful feedback from your team? Let me share a little secret with you - The quality of the way that you ask for your feedback will dictate the quality you get in return. Most people begin by asking closed-ended questions for feedback. It doesn't always work well because it's easy to avoid answering with a yes or no question. So, if you truly want useful feedback. Ask for it tactfully, with open-ended questions. If you’re thinking about how to just do that, then stay tuned for...
2022-10-2528 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastPreventing Churn and Burn in the Workplace with Marija AndacicGenuine care and concern for workplace teams and relationships might sound simple, and yet it is something we all know we need more of and probably needs to be DOING more of too. It is what employees truly require from their employers. Caring entails being able to truly listen to others and be willing to hear what everyone on the team has to say around what they need and what they believe. In my latest podcast episode, I am joined by the wonderful Marija Andacic, an experienced, dynamic, and trusted leader, for a discussion about preventing workplace...
2022-10-1140 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastThink you want to be a Team Leader? Consider this first.Are you currently a people manager or leader, or do you aspire to be? Have you ever stepped back and thought about WHY you want to lead a team? I believe there are questions that we need to ask ourselves BEFORE we move into a role where we are responsible for achieving outcomes through others, and in this latest podcast episode, I talk about that and more! I'll share with you what questions to ask yourself before aiming to move into a Team Leader position and I'll walk you through some of the key qualities yo...
2022-09-2732 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastRegaining your Sparkle with Ashley SpeersHave you ever had one of those moments in your life where you just know that something needs to change? Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like the person staring back at you is a stranger? You are not alone. Listen in to this life-changing episode with the incredible Ashley Speers as she shares with us some of her own personal lessons and just how to rekindle that spark in you. Ashley is a female inclusion and diversity activist who is over-talking about gender equity and is ready to take action. She is a m...
2022-09-1340 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to Get what you Want at Work!Do you have something you want to ask for at work, but have absolutely NO idea where to start? Have you thought about what actions you need to start taking now in order to put your best foot forward? In this episode, I’ll show you some key tips to help you get what YOU want at work. I’ll share with you what to do to have that conversation with your boss you’ve been wanting to. I’ll walk you through each stage of the process - before the conversation, during it, and after it to help y...
2022-08-3037 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastThe role of men in lifting up women with Marcia LawrenceIn recent years, calls for gender equality have increased along with the need to close the gender wage gap. But even with the progress that has been made in this space, there are still very few women in positions of leadership. Today, I'm sharing with you a conversation with Marcia Lawrence, a Perth-based human resources specialist, about the gender stereotypes that play out in the way we work and live, and how to be more aware of them. Marcia Lawrence is a black belt in martial arts, a mother of two children, and the wife of a...
2022-08-1640 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastWhere to start when you don't know what you want to doDo you feel stuck or unsure about your current job or career path? When you hear the word “mid-career pivot” what feelings come up for you? Excitement? Or dread, fear and anxiety? Almost all of us will experience feeling lost, unsure, or unmotivated at some point in our careers. And with people on average now engaging in between five and seven career paths in our lifetime, we are seeing more and more examples of people embracing the mid-career pivot. How do we get ourselves unstuck though and take a new path that lights us up again? In t...
2022-08-0229 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastThe Power of Connection with Sarah CordnerAre you a follower or a leader? Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum, I believe we can all agree that it is critical to learn to lead ourselves first. “leadership of others starts with leadership of self”. Sarah Cordner, our guest on today's podcast, lives by this phrase. She is a certified coach with a passion for empowering professionals, particularly women, to become the leaders they want to be led by. She believes that there is a truly strong bond between knowing others and knowing ourselves. And that real connection with other...
2022-07-1944 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastAre You Staying Relevant?How can you make sure you stay relevant in your job? Relevant in your industry? Your company? These questions came up recently during a coaching session I was having with a private one-on-one client of mine. They felt that they had become so focussed on their day-to-day tasks that they couldn't recall the last time they took a step back and looked at their profession and industry from a more holistic perspective. They felt disheartened, and like they had lost or wasted time by not thinking about things. That’s why in today’s episode, we’re going t...
2022-06-0729 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastLet’s talk Performance with Emma MillerEver been curious about the conversations that take place behind closed doors when choices about promotions are made? Maybe you’ve wondered what else you can do to ensure you are recognised for your achievements? Or, perhaps you’ve wished you had the knowledge as to how you can strategically showcase your performance? In this episode, myself and special guest Emma Miller discuss the true definition of GREAT performance, as well as how to negotiate the promotion you desire. Prepare your notes and ears for the performance tips and secrets revealed in this episode! Emma is the Asia...
2022-05-2455 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastGet noticed at work without being the loudest in the roomDo you ever feel ignored, unheard, or unnoticed at work? Even if you want to speak up and be heard more, perhaps you’re afraid of coming across as arrogant or stepping on other people's toes. You have some great ideas about how to make things better. However, you seem to get spoken over or left behind when it comes to putting it out into the world. “How can you get noticed without being the loudest person in the room?” That's what I'll be discussing in today's episode. I'll go through eight strategies for how you ca...
2022-05-1022 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastA Career and a Family aren't mutually exclusive with Jodi GeddesHow do you juggle the responsibility of raising kids while making a living in a world that demands almost everything of us? Many people will tell you that having a career while raising a child is impossible. They'll tell you that you have to choose between the two; that you can't have it both ways. And no matter how hard you try, there will be times when work bleeds into your personal life and vice versa. However, that doesn’t mean that having a career and being a parent are mutually exclusive – you can be both and you can have...
2022-04-2633 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow self-aware are you, really?For those who have worked with me in the past (or maybe you do currently), you’ll know that I often talk about the importance of knowing who you are. The importance of being self-aware. Why? Because if we don’t know ourselves at our core; how we react under pressure, what our triggers are, our drivers, motivators, etc, then all the other stuff that we try to implement won’t have the impact we want it to. We won’t get the results we really want. In this episode, we’re going to dive deep into self-awaren...
2022-04-1222 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow to Make Decisions with Bethan WinnEvery one of us struggles with decisions at one point or another in our lives. There’s a body of research stating that we make about 30,000 decisions a day. Just in one day! But, it’s often the big things, the major decisions that can create the overwhelm and the paralysis that come when we feel stuck in what is the ‘right’ decision to make. When we don’t stop to think about our decisions, or we make them by default, we can find ourselves looking up and around 2, 3, 5, 10 years later and asking ourselves, “How did I get here? What le...
2022-03-2940 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastDressing with Confidence with Jessie JollyEver feel like you have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Do you keep clothes that don’t fit anymore and think to yourself, “one day, I’ll be able to wear this again”, and it just keeps taking up space in your wardrobe? Perhaps all of us have been there at some point in our lives. In this episode, together with Jessie Jolly –professional personal stylist, we’ll talk about all things clothes, confidence and rocking them in your career! In our conversation we talk about the impact how we look has on how we feel, as w...
2022-03-1536 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastThe Art of Saying NO Without the After-Guilt!Do you have trouble saying no to people even though you know you're already stretched too thin? Do you finally work up the courage to say no only to find yourself immediately filled with guilt afterwards? In our latest podcast episode, I share with you the importance of learning to say no as a healthy part of taking care of ourselves. I also share a piece of advice I received a few years ago that really changed the way I look at things! I also share with you a clear four step framework that you can use E...
2022-03-0122 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastWhy You NEED a Career Sponsor!What is a career sponsor, how can having one benefit you, and how can you get one? In today’s episode, we explore the differences between coaches, mentors, and sponsors, and we talk about how each one can benefit you - with a focus on SPONSORS! I’ll tell you all about what sponsors can do for you, why you need one, and what you can do to find one. We’ll also talk about effective ways to choose the right sponsor who both knows you and also is in the room where decisions are being made! AND we...
2022-02-1517 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHere is your 2022 Career Game Plan!What is your career game plan? How are you building your career currency so that you are setting yourself up for success and fulfillment in 2022? In this episode I talk you through the four KEY focus areas that I believe WILL help you with your career and leadership success: (1) Brand YOU (2) Relationships (3) Performance, and (4) Growth and Learning.
Get out your pen and paper because in this hands-on and practical episode, I’ll talk you through exactly how you can get yourself set up for success in 2022! I'll share ideas about how to map out quarterly goals for ea...
2022-02-0128 min
Alumni After DarkLisa Gittos and Claire Seeber- Taking on the ChallengeWe're excited to release this wonderfully motivational panel discussion featuring Murdoch alumni Lisa Gittos- Australian Representative to the United Nations and, Eating Your Cake Too founder and CEO, Claire Seeber.Facilitated by Kelly Parsons, Murdoch alumnus and Murdoch University's Equity and Diversity Projects Coordinator, the panel discuss the topic Taking on the Challenge. Both alumni chat about some of the obstacles they've faced in their careers and how they overcame them, learnt from them and the strategies they continue to implement to this day. They discuss the notion of ‘being enough’, plus being comfortable being uncomfortable and the...
2022-01-1330 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastRelationship Currency is QUEEN - Here is What You Need to Know!Happy New Year to you all! To start off 2022, I share a little bit about what I like to focus on at the start of each new year - SPOILER ALERT, these aren't new year's resolutions. Instead, I consider questions like “who do I want to be as a human,” and “how am I actually contributing to a better world” at the start of this new year!
Then we dive right into today's topic - the power of relationship currency! I share about how relationship currency works, ways that you can track it, and how you can build up...
2022-01-1127 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastBuilding Remarkable Leaders with Shane HattonHave you been wondering how to be a better leader today while also planning more effectively for tomorrow? Listen in to this amazing conversation between Claire and Shane Hatton, an expert in developing remarkable people leaders, to learn more ways to SHOW UP in your workplace and to EXCEL as a leader no matter what position in the Organisation you are in.
We talk about important topics such as middle management, what to do when you lack confidence, and HOW and WHY to give effective feedback when it’s needed. Shane and I also talk about why it’...
2021-12-2157 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastBirthday Episode - I Share My Major Career LessonsIt's my birthday (sound the alarms - whhooooop!)! And to celebrate with you today, I'm going to share my TOP tips for how to improve your career based on my own personal lessons! Yep, I am stepping back, taking the time to reflect on what I've learned over the course of my career thus far AND am paying it forward to all of you listening to the podcast!
Listen in to hear me share some pitfalls I've hit and ones that commonly affect many of us, and then consider HOW you can take action to make changes...
2021-12-0738 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastWhy Working Harder ISN'T Going to Get You Your Next PromotionAre you looking for more career opportunities and wondering why your hard work isn't resulting in more chances to grow? In this episode, I talk with you about why JUST working harder, which women in particular are often conditioned to do, isn't enough to get the promotion and stretch opportunities to come our way. I talk about the culture of presenteeism and how that can contribute to this mindset and can lead to burn out, and then I explore ACTION items to help you address this challenge.
I explore topics such as building RELATIONSHIPS, adding VALUE to t...
2021-11-2325 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastJob Seeker Tips, the Great Resignation and Standing out with Jaime TsimiklisHave you ever wondered what can make you stand out when you're applying for a new position? Are you part of the Great Resignation wave that’s affecting the working world? Today, I'm chatting with Jaime Tsimiklis, who is the Group Recruitment Manager Australia & New Zealand at Accent Group Limited, and we discuss tips and tricks to help make your resumé and cover letter one that will stand out among the crowd! Listen in to our discussion about The Great Resignation, tips for job seekers, and Jaime’s thoughts about ways that people applying for new positions can l...
2021-11-0945 min
Eating Your Cake Too PodcastHow You Can Communicate Like Oprah and Get What You Want!Are you interested in communicating with MORE confidence? In this episode, I talk with you about how YOU can communicate with confidence like Oprah too! I begin by sharing a little about what that actually means, and what behaviours we can observe in confident communicators. From there, I then outline the traps I so often see people fall into that prevent them from coming across as confident in their ideas.
I share some common traps that I see happening to people, women in particular, and I explore how the powerhouse women we all admire avoid these particular...
2021-10-2627 min
Listen to Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseThe Parents by Claire SeeberPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/531623 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Parents Author: Claire Seeber Narrator: Rebecca Travers, Katherine Press Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 39 minutes Release date: October 25, 2021 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: It seems like they have it all. But we all have something to hide… Moving to this village was supposed to be a fresh start for me and my thirteen-year-old son Harry. After the tragic death of my husband, it was a chance to leave everything bad behind and make better memories at Primrose Cottage, the postcard-perfect house with honeysuckle around the door. However, things ha...
2021-10-2503 min