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Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah149. What do I mean by Legacy - with Prina ShahIn this solo episode, Prina Shah dives deep into the powerful concept of legacy—a word that can make some of us pause and wonder, “Am I really leaving a legacy?” Prina unpacks her personal definition of legacy, exploring how each of us creates impact every day, no matter where we are in our career journey.She reflects on key questions we should all be asking ourselves: How do I want to be remembered in my workplace? What kind of influence am I leaving behind? By shifting our perspective on legacy, Prina encourages us to think about our co...2024-11-0106 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah148. Beyond the Grind: Crafting a Career That Leaves a Mark with Prina ShahIn this solo episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast, host Prina Shah dives deep into a topic that touches us all – how to create a lasting legacy at work. Drawing insights from her new book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture that Leaves a Legacy, Prina challenges listeners to shift their focus from mere achievements to building a meaningful impact that transcends daily tasks.Key Takeaways:The Achievement and Legacy Paradox: Success without significance can leave us feeling hollow, despite external achievements.Personal Stories: Prina sh...2024-10-2513 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah145. How to Deal with Gossip at Work with Prina ShahIn this episode, Prina Shah dives into the topic of office gossip—what it is, how it harms workplace culture, and most importantly, how to manage it. Prina shares two powerful quotes to frame the conversation: "Those who gossip to you, gossip about you" and "Loose lips sink ships." She highlights why gossip can be detrimental and provides a three-step framework to evaluate whether or not you should engage in a conversation that may be gossip:Is it true?Would you say this to the person directly?Is it beneficial for you to know this information?Prina al...2024-10-0403 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah142. Financial Wellbeing at Work - Planning for a Family with Aadil Abbas and Prina ShahIn this insightful episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast, host Prina Shah welcomes back Aadil Abbas, financial planner and co-owner of Own Financial Planning in Sydney. Together, they tackle one of the most significant life events – family planning – and its impact on careers, finances, and emotional well-being.Adil shares practical financial tips for navigating the costs of starting and raising a family, including budgeting for planned and unplanned expenses, stress-testing your lifestyle on a single income, and understanding the financial implications of reduced income. He also discusses the importance of investment structures like bonds and...2024-09-2011 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah141. Emotional Contagion at Work with Prina ShahEmotional Contagion at WorkIn this solo episode of Ways to Change the Workplace, your host, Prina Shah, dives into the fascinating and impactful topic of emotional contagion in the workplace. Emotions are contagious, and the emotional climate of a team can directly influence workplace culture, productivity, and morale.Key takeaways from this episode:What is emotional contagion?: It's the phenomenon where one person's emotions spread to others, whether positive or negative.Examples of emotional contagion: A positive, enthusiastic leader can uplift the team...2024-09-1315 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah140. Culture is the Way We Do Things with Prina Shah Interviewed by Joeri SchildersHost: Joeri (Yuri) Schilders has the mic in this ep! Guest: Prina Shah, Organisational Development Specialist, Consultant, CoachThis episode was originally on Joeri’s The Rebel Rules podcast. As Prina delves though past interviews for the launch of her upcming book Make Work Meaningful she shares this ep. with you too.Join Prina's Book Launch TeamJoeri sat down with moi, Prina Shah, a consultant, coach, and expert in organisational development, to dive deep into the complexities of company culture. Prina, who has over two de...2024-09-0641 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah139. Introducing my book “Make Work Meaningful: A Practical Guide to Creating a Culture That Leaves a Legacy” with Prina ShahIn this solo episode of Ways to Change the Workplace, Prina Shah, a global leadership coach, consultant, trainer, keynote speaker, and podcaster, introduces her upcoming self-published book, Make Work Meaningful: How to Create a Culture That Leaves a Legacy. Prina shares the inspiration behind her book, rooted in her personal experiences and her father’s challenging work life as a migrant. She reflects on her journey from corporate life to becoming a consultant dedicated to helping workplaces become better environments.Prina discusses the structure of her book, which is divided into thr...2024-08-3012 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah138. For the Conflict Averse with Prina ShahIn this episode, Prina Shah addresses a common challenge faced by many leaders—conflict aversion. If you find yourself struggling to have difficult conversations, this episode is for you. Prina explains what conflict aversion is and how it negatively impacts your professional reputation and the trust of your team. She provides actionable advice on how to overcome this challenge and emphasizes the importance of addressing issues head-on for the benefit of yourself, your team, and your organizational culture.Key Topics Covered:Understanding Conflict Aversion:Definition and implications of conflict aversion.The negative im...2024-08-2303 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah136. Sulking - The Silent Saboteur of Harmony with Prina ShahSulking: The Silent Saboteur of Workplace HarmonyHost: Prina ShahEpisode Summary: In this episode of the "Ways to Change the Workplace" podcast, host Prina Shah dives deep into the topic of sulking, a passive-aggressive behaviour that silently sabotages workplace harmony. Prina explores the psychological roots of sulking, its impact on personal and professional relationships, and provides actionable strategies to address and overcome this destructive behaviour.Key Takeaways:Definition and Understanding Sulking: Learn what sulking is, its psychological underpinnings, and how it manifests in...2024-08-0916 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah133. The Risks of Family-Like Work Cultures with Prina ShahIn this solo episode of "The Ways to Change Your Workplace Podcast," your host Prina Shah discusses why organizations shouldn't act like families. Drawing from her experience working with a CEO to change organizational culture, she emphasizes the challenges that arise when a workplace adopts a "family culture." Tune in to gain valuable insights on creating a positive work environment that fosters growth and success.[00:01:33] Why organizations shouldn't act like a family.[00:08:02] Professional vs. familial relationships.[00:09:29] Family mindset in organizations.[00:13:17] Our company is not a family....2024-07-1914 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah132. The Power of Leadership Communication - Mel Loy interviews your host, Prina ShahThis week, we've turned the tables on prina and instead of being the interviewer... she's the interviewee! Mel Loy has stepped in this week to do a second week of absolute comms gold, interviewing me to discuss all things change communication.My extensive background of over 20 plus years in the corporate world plus leading teams in strategic people and culture roles, focusing on culture change, leadership development, and change management have all placed her me the best position to talk on leadership comms today. Especially as I understand the challenges that today's workforce face and I...2024-07-1232 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah131. The Problems that Most Executive Teams Cause... with Prina ShahIn this episode, Prina addresses the issue of conflicting messages within executive teams and the impact it has on organizational communication. She emphasizes the importance of executives aligning on decisions, implementation strategies, and communication plans to avoid corporate whispers and confusion among employees. By ensuring consistent messaging across departments, executives can create a more harmonious and efficient workplace environment.Support the showIf you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch wi...2024-07-0503 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah130. Maintaining Momentum with Discernment with Vicki Main and Prina ShahJoin me in this episode of "Ways to Change the Workplace" with the amazing Vicki Main as we discuss maintaining momentum with discernment in the workplace. Learn about the importance of separating truths from untruths in decision-making.Discover practical strategies to cultivate better discernment in professional pursuits.Hear inspiring stories and insights from Vicky's amazing journey and experiences.Listen to the full episode for valuable tips and advice on creating a positive workplace culture and achieving your goals. Timestamps: [00:01:02] Maintaining momentum with discernment.[00:06:41] Maintaining Momentum Mindset with Discernment....2024-06-2846 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah129. On Zen Anger Management at Work with Prina ShahSometimes we loose out sh1t at work. Here's one way not to. From Instagram direct messages to your ears in this episode. I posted this on Instagram recently and the amount of DMs I received were a sign that we often do lose our temper or get angry at work. We're human and have flaws. I have been there and done that too. In this episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast I share a Zen Story of Anger Management which has helped me. The full story it i...2024-06-2107 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah128. Financial Wellbeing and Work: Supporting the Sandwich Generation with Aadil Abbas and Prina ShahDiscover the keys to balancing the demanding roles of parent and caregiver in our insightful discussion with financial planner Aadil Abbas from Own Financial Planning in Sydney. Learn practical strategies to navigate the financial and emotional challenges faced by the sandwich generation—those in their 40s and 50s who are simultaneously supporting their children and aging parents. We take a deep dive into significant expenses, such as private school fees and medical care costs, and stress the importance of proactive financial planning. Aadil also shares his expertise on how workplace policies like carer's leave and flexible work op...2024-06-1411 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah126. The Art of Change Communication with Mel Loy and Prina ShahShow Summary:I had the pleasure of interviewing my good friend Mel Loy, a global expert in change communication. Mel recently published her book, "Change Isn't Hard: A Practical Playbook for People-Centred Change Communication," which fills a significant gap in the market by focusing on effective communication strategies during organizational change.This is a MUST LISTEN to episode! Contact Mel: https://au.linkedin.com/in/melanieloyBuy Change Isn't Hard - the BEST book on change and communications by Mel Loy: 2024-05-3125 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah125. Are You a Culprit of Destination Addiction? With Prina ShahAre you a culprit of Destination Addiction?I wanna talk to you about a concept called destination addiction, and destination addiction is exactly that. We are destined for something, and we're addicted to get there no matter what cost.Now I see that happening very much so in the workplace, and it's a difficult thing that happens because of the fact that you have your strategic plans.You've got all of your work plans for the year ready to go and to achieve all of the things that you w...2024-05-2401 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah124. Financial Wellbeing and Work: On Making Career Changes with Aadil Abbas and Prina ShahUncover the keys to a seamless career transition and grasp the financial strategies that can keep you buoyant even as you pivot to new professional horizons. Join me, Prina Shah, alongside my financial planning guru friend, Aadil Abbas, as we weave together the narratives of our own career shifts and distill the essence of financial resilience that supported our journeys. From the heart of Sydney, Aadil offers candid insights into his leap from wealth management to management consulting, emphasizing the skills that cross the divide between industries and bolster both career growth and financial acumen.W...2024-05-1718 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah123. Training versus Facilitation - What’s the Difference? With my mates Chris Fenning, Shani Wende, Bethan Winn, Julissa Shrewsbury, Fran McCormack, Yoke Van Dam, Aden Date and hosted by Prina ShahDo you know the difference between training and facilitation?They are hugely different skills which many don't consider.In this episode I share a recent client project that I worked on to upskill their internal trainers in the art of facilitation. I share my secrets of facilitation with you.I also have my faciltiator mates Chris Fenning, Shani Wende, Bethan Winn, Julissa Shrewsbury, Fran McCormack, Yoke Van Dam, Aden Date join me to add their perspectives. This is a very practical ep. that you do not want to miss! 2024-05-1038 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah122. How You Can Take Advantage of Video Communication with Joeri Schilders and Prina ShahJoeri is a frientor of mine. He is one of the most creative people that I know and you need to know about him too!I speak with Joeri about the need for video communication in today's workplace. Ironic - I know this is an audio format! I ask Joeri questions around:Embracing Virtual CommunicationBuilding a Video-Centric Work CultureOvercoming Video Conferencing FatigueInclusive Communication through VideoEffective Use of Visual ContentTechnology Adoption ChallengesMeasuring the Impact of Video CommunicationBalancing In-Person and Virtual InteractionThe Future of Workplace CommunicationAnd last but not least, you have to hear Joeri's answer t...2024-05-0358 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah121. Why You Should Dump Your Performance and Managment System with Prina ShahIs your performance and management system really serving you well?Is your performance and management system enabling or disabling conversations to happen between managers and employees?Is your performance and management system optmising your culture? Truth is, many performance and management systems are not filling the needs of all of the above and are often a system that is placed by human resources in order for them to:Track the completion rates of your performance plans.Track the development plans to link in to their learning and development.Report to the Executive o...2024-04-2602 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah120. Tackling Workplace Loneliness with Louise Johnstone Forster and Prina ShahLouise, CEO of Advocare, discusses workplace loneliness with Prina, focusing on its impact and solutions. Through her experiences at Chorus, she highlights the prevalence of loneliness among professionals, emphasizing the need for diverse and inclusive environments. Referencing Dr. Vivek Murthy's book "Together," they explore the health implications of loneliness and the importance of quality connections. Louise stresses the role of leadership in fostering a supportive workplace.Main Topics:•(00:00) Louise Forster - CEO of Advocare•(06:01) Signs of Lonliness in Workplace•(15:53) Impact on Employee Productivity•(29:07) Technology's Impact on Loneliness•(40:40) How Leadership Can Help Build...2024-04-1948 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah118. Financial Wellbeing and Work with Aadil Abbas and Prina ShahUnlock the secrets to maintaining your financial health even as the cost of living soars through my enlightening chat with Aadil Abbas. He's a Financial Planner and co owner of Own Financial Planning. We scrutinize how financial wellness in the workplace is more than just a personal concern; it's an economic imperative with billions at stake in lost productivity due to stressed-out employees.Together with Aadil, I dissect the intricate dance between work-life harmony and financial pressure, revealing insights that are crucial for everyone, from the boardroom to the break room. Aadil, with...2024-04-0511 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah116. The Problem with Hierarchical Workplaces with Prina ShahHave you ever felt the rigid lines of a workplace hierarchy constricting your potential? You're not alone. In this episode, I peel back the layers of traditional organisational structures and examine the often unexpected ways they shape our work culture and inter-office relationships. As we navigate the established chain of command and dissect the decision-making process, we uncover the delicate balance between efficiency and the quashing of innovative spirit that hierarchical systems can impose.I discuss transformative strategies like inclusive decision-making workshops, job rotation programs, and the simple yet powerful knowledge...2024-03-2224 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah115. Signs of a Dysfunctional Board with Karen Thomas-Bland and Prina ShahKaren Thomas-Bland from London is a Global Board Level Advisor, Partner level Management Consultant and Non-Executive Chairwoman with over 27 years’ experience in creating break-through strategies, transforming and Integrating organisations. She helps Board to become better.I speak with Karen on the Topic of Signs of a Dysfunctional Board.Transform your board meetings from mundane to monumental with strategies that inject dynamism and foster genuine connections among members. Karen's expertise shines as she reveals the art of effective board management, highlighting informal gatherings and agenda restructuring to place strategic discussions front and ce...2024-03-1550 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah114. Is your knowledge contemporary? With Prina ShahIs your knowledge contemporary?Are you and your team keeping on top of all of the industry changes that are happening, or the contemporary you need to know.And the reason I ask this is because when I led a huge HR team of, you know, HR professionals, We're the worst people to develop ourselves, I tell you, and I love learning. So it was really difficult for me to be in a team that didn't really value learning for themselves. So what I did, as a result, in our team me...2024-03-0802 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah113. How women leaders can cut through office politics! With Jamie Lee and Prina ShahWelcome back to another insightful episode of Ways to Change your Workplace, where we strive to create meaningful discussions around improving our professional environments. This week, listen in as I'm joined by Jamie Lee, an Executive Coach from New York, who brings a wealth of knowledge on the complex dynamics women face in office politics. Together, we unpack the subtleties of navigating workplace hierarchies and the often unspoken rules that govern our career trajectories, especially poignant during International Women's Week.In our sometimes hilarious and genuinely heartfelt exchange, Jamie and I tackle the reality of...2024-03-0145 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah110. Legacy Series with Geoff Stewart District Superintendent of the Western Australian Police Force and Prina ShahEver wondered how a leader inspires others not just to follow, but to lead in their own right? Join me as I sit down with Geoff Stewart, a renowned figure from the Western Australian Police Force, whose 45 years of service have shaped his profound understanding of leadership. This episode is an insight into Goeff's world, from his early days in traffic and forensics to his current influence and focus on senior management and police welfare.Our conversation is more than just a walk through Geoff's decorated career — it's a deep exploration into the he...2024-02-0941 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah109. Growth Will Also Feel Like Loss with Prina ShahGrowth will also feel like loss...Growth will also feel like loss.Remember that.I'm gonna say it again.Growth will also feel like loss.Completely so, as we change,as we go up to new levels, sometimes we shed people It's like,you know, the analogy of the snake shedding its skin.There's a loss there. Every time something changes,we gain something, but we also lose something.So consider that from your perspective,growth will also feel like loss,and that's okay because you're...2024-02-0201 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah108. 5 Signs of An Avoidant Culture (and How to Address It) with Prina ShahHave you ever walked into a room so thick with tension it felt like a physical barrier? That's a telltale sign of an avoidant culture, and it's choking workplaces around the world. I'm Prina Shah, your guide through these murky corporate waters, and in this solo episode, I'm zeroing in on five distress signals that reveal your environment might just be one of them. From muffled voices in meeting rooms where open communication should thrive, to the silent march of employees heading for the exit - the red flags are waving, and I'm...2024-01-2618 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah107. Bad Meetings are OUR Fault! Chris Fenning and Prina ShahTransform the way you think about workplace meetings and discover the keys to making every sit-down a springboard for team success with communication guru Chris Fennig. If you're weary of gatherings that go nowhere, Chris's expertise will guide you toward creating impactful and engaging interactions that everyone actually looks forward to. We delve into the nitty-gritty of why meetings often miss the mark, emphasizing how a shared commitment to effective communication can revolutionize the way we exchange ideas. By dissecting the anatomy of a failing meeting, Chris arms us with...2024-01-1940 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah106. Do not Self Reject, with your host Prina ShahDo not self reject!The amount of friends I have who say, oh, no. no. I can't apply for this job or that job because I don't meet a hundred percent of the criteria. Fuck that. Who cares? It does not matter.Your skills are transferrable, and the whole point of applying for a new job or a new opportunity is that you're gonna learn new things!You're not gonna be that fully perfect person that's just going to know everything and go there from da...2024-01-1201 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah104. Legacy Series, Saanvi Savla, My 16 year Old Niece! Hosted by Prina ShahNever have I had a guest on my podcast who I love as much as I do Saanvi.I first met her when she was 6 months old. She was an inquisitive baby, full of wonder of the world around her and full of questions.Now as a 16 year old, I was flattered when Saanvi asked if she could do work experience with me! The week she had with me was jam packed. I didn't hold back, I wanted to show her the real life of being your own boss, and in this episode...2023-12-2919 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah103. You are the Greatest Project that You Will Ever Work On with Prina ShahYou are the greatest project you will work on!I heard this line and it just changed my perspective on my own development. “You are the greatest project that you will ever work on.”Let me say that again. “You are the greatest project that you will ever work on.”When you look at yourself that way, you're gonna look at yourself from a workplace perspective.That's what I'm really talking to… and what are you taking in?And...2023-12-2201 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah102. Rewind: Facilitating Culture Change, One Conversation at a Time with Leanne Hughes Interviewing Prina ShahMeet Prina and Leanne from 2020! We had just become friends and since meeting Leanne she has become one of my greatest friend-tors. This was my (Prina's) first ever podcast on Leanne's First Time Facilitator Podcast.Listen to Leanne interview Prina when Prina was still side hustling... Ever wondered how someone can juggle a career, side hustles, and still manage to create meaningful change in organizations? Well, you're about to find out! Prina Shah, a seasoned coach, consultant, and trainer, joins Leanne to share her journey from a fascination with t...2023-12-1538 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah99. Legacy Series with CEO Anthony Vuleta and Prina ShahReady to discover what it takes to lead a thriving community, meet multiple expectations, and foster an invigorating workplace culture? Then you'll want to tune into this episode where I candidly chat with the inspiring CEO of the Town of Victoria Park, Anthony Vuleta. With his unique leadership style, Anthony believes in listening to his team's feedback to deliver positive outcomes, and his approach to managing multiple bosses (including his wife!) is both humorous and insightful.Anthony's inherent integrity shines as he shares the importance of care and openness in leadership. H...2023-11-2434 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah97. On Strategic Thinking - When You Start Turning Over Rocks, You're Going to Find Worms with Prina ShahWhen you start turning over rocks, you're going to find worms!Then you need to be strategic with how to address said worms!When you start turning over rocks, you're gonna find worms.You are then therefore going to be the problem...And, ideally, you should be the solution as well.So in a workplace, often is the case that we will uncover issues.And, oh my gosh, there will be issues and often people just go to their manager with issues without...2023-11-1002 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah149. What do I mean by Legacy - with Prina ShahIn this solo episode, Prina Shah dives deep into the powerful concept of legacy—a word that can make some of us pause and wonder, “Am I really leaving a legacy?” Prina unpacks her personal definition of legacy, exploring how each of us creates impact every day, no matter where we are in our career journey.She reflects on key questions we should all be asking ourselves: How do I want to be remembered in my workplace? What kind of influence am I leaving behind? By shifting our perspective on legacy, Prina encourages us to think about our co...2023-11-0306 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah96. Why we all need to think like Futurists with Steph Clarke and Prina ShahAre you ready to catapult your team's problem-solving mindset into the future? That's precisely what you'll learn to do in our engaging conversation with Steph Clarke, a futurist and facilitator from Melbourne. We discuss the concept of futures thinking and its profound implications for the way we view and address issues.Can you imagine the kind of conversations you could have with a digital replica of a lost loved one? We explore this intriguing idea along with the role of AI, and the pressures of an aging d...2023-11-0343 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah95. On Overcoming Fear with Prina ShahUnmask the hidden power of fear and transform it into your secret weapon for success with this episode of the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast!Prepare for a deep dive into the complex emotion of fear as I, your host, Prina Shah, dissect how this feeling can impact your cognitive functions, incite stress responses and foster avoidance behaviour. I promise to equip you with practical tools and innovative resources like the Gottman Institute’s Feelings Wheel to help you better understand and articulate your emotions, so you can conquer your fea...2023-10-2726 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah93. How to Heal a Fractured Team with Yoke Van Dam and Prina ShahMy friend Yoke van Dam all the way from South Africa has been called the Kintsugi Queen because of her ability to join, repair and transform teams into something quite wonderful.Her work is like Kintsugi, the Japanese art form that mends broken pottery with gold.. Her tried and tested high-performance processes have seen even the most under-performing and fractured teams join together and become stronger and more remarkable.How to heal a fractured team is what we discuss and here are some questions I posed...What are some common s...2023-10-1333 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah91. When will you step down to lift someone up? Hosted by Prina ShahWhen will you step down to lift someone up?The reason I ask that is because often in a corporation or when we work in a hierarchy, we are set in our ways in this is my role, and that your role. When I used to work in corporate land, I didn't give a crap about hierarchy. My people that reported to me were very welcome to go and attend meetings on my behalf. However, it went down with a little bit of iffiness initially, ...2023-09-2901 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah90. Alan Weiss - Ways to Change the Workplace Legacy Series - Hosted by Prina ShahIt is my birthday week and I am speaking with Alan Weiss! I read Alan's book Lifestorming which he co authored with Marshall Goldsmith in which they write you leave a legacy daily. That is why I am going to be speaking with people leaving a legacy in the workplace through this legacy series of the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast. Have you considered the legacy you want to leave daily? Watch the Youtube version here. Alan Weiss is...2023-09-2229 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah89. How to Mend a Broken Work Relationship with Prina ShahHow to Mend a Broken Work RelationshipIn this podcast, we discuss how to mend a broken work relationship. We cover 8 steps that you can take to repair a damaged relationship, including:Reflect on your own contribution to the conflict.Understand the other person's perspective.Take responsibility for your actions and apologize sincerely if necessary.Rebuild trust by being consistent in your words and actions.Find common ground with the other person.Communicate effectively with the other person.Seek mediation if needed.Greet the other person as if for the...2023-09-1512 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah88. Networking Tips - Be Interested, Not Interesting, with Prina ShahNetworking Tip: Be Interested, Not InterestingHere is a really good networking tip for you.Be interested, not interesting.Being interested puts that perspective on others.Being interesting puts pressure on yourself to be this cool kid in the party or the networking event, whatever it might be. So by being interested, that means that you're there. You're curious.You've got the right kind of questions to engage with people, to truly connect with people. And if you e...2023-09-0801 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah87. How to be a long term thinker in a short term world with Dorie Clark and Prina ShahHow can you be a long term thinker in a short term world? Want to learn about the important qualities or skills that successful long-term thinkers possess?How can stay true to your plans amidst the constant noise? About today’s episode: Today I chat with my Coach, Dorie Clark, who is a well-known author, speaker, and consultant who focuses on career development and entrepreneurship. Her book "The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World" offers practical strategies for achieving long-term succe...2023-09-0135 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah86. From Side Hustle to Full-Time Entrepreneurship - Making the Leap with Prina ShahCelebrating my third anniversary of breaking free from the corporate chains, I, Prina Shah, give you an inside look into my transformative journey from juggling a side hustle to diving headfirst into the exhilarating world of full-time entrepreneurship. I'll reveal how I steadily built my business, introducing diverse services such as coaching, consulting, training, podcasting, speaking and MCing, all while navigating through the stormy waters of a global pandemic.Tune in as I unwrap crucial advice for those contemplating a similar path, emphasizing the importance of a solid financial plan, maintaining transparency...2023-08-2510 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah84. New Levels, New Devils - On Growing Pains with Prina ShahWhen we take steps to grow, whether it be personally or professionally, we will inevitably encounter new challenges. This statement encourages us to be prepared for these new devils by having support systems in place, such as a coach or network of people to talk with.Support the showIf you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email Prina.F...2023-08-1101 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah83. Reimagine HR with Trina Sunday and Prina ShahWhat are some of the biggest challenges facing HR today, and how do you believe reimagining the field could help?How are traditional HR practices are failing modern organizations?How do you see the role of HR evolving in the coming years, and what do you believe will be the most important skills and competencies for HR professionals to possess?About today’s episode: Today I chat with Trina Sunday about how we can Reimagine HR!Watch the youtube version here! Trina and I are both ex corporate HR people. We share our experiences and...2023-08-0450 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah82. Eight people you need in your professional network to unlock your full potential with Prina ShahEight people you need in your professional network to unlock your full potential In today’s market having a strong, dynamic, and diverse network to draw on is pivotal to scaling your professional success. I cannot emphasise enough the importance of social capital, whether you’re a solopreneur, an executive, a professional or a CEO - drawing on divergent relationships that nurture new ways of thinking by foregrounding viewpoints, lived experiences and resources could be the gamechanger you need to level up and unlock your full career potential. Identifying and connecting with these people...2023-07-2810 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah80. Stamp Out Boring Workshops with Leanne Hughes and Prina ShahWhat are some common mistakes that workshop facilitators make that lead to boring workshops? How can workshop facilitators create a safe and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions?What are some creative approaches to workshop design that can help break up the monotony of traditional lecture-style presentations? About today’s episode: Today I chat with my friend Leanne Hughes all the way in Brisbane, Queensland. Leanne is a thought provoking entrepreneur with an upcoming book called the 2 Hour Workshop Blueprint and it is great...2023-07-1442 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah73. Should you add your colleagues to social media? with Prina ShahShould you add your co-workers to social media?This is a question that thousands of clients have asked me over my career.I have a personal stance on this and you will learn my answer in this episode...About today’s episode: In this episode I discuss the pros and cons of adding your co-workers to social media.Some pros: perceived proximity, global connection…Some cons: No personal space, problems from work leach into personal lives...And tune in to hear the rest…...2023-05-2616 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah72. Work ON our Career, Not IN Your Career with Petra Zink and Prina ShahWork ON our Career, Not IN Your Career with Petra Zink and Prina ShahToday I am talking with Petra Zink, who is a certified Personal Branding & Digital Strategist, Speaker, Coach & Consultant - specialised in the Future of Work. Petra believes that Personal Branding is the bridge between career skills and career success, and she recently launched the Future of Work Campus, a podcast and a monthly membership for driven corporate professionals who want to not only survive but thrive in this fast changing world of work. We discuss: 2023-05-1926 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah71. How is your relationship with yourself, with Prina ShahHow is your relationship with yourself? It is the longest relationship you will have after all!All too often, we focus on how we relate to others, how often do you consider how you relate to yourself?I am asking some big questions in this mini episode! Support the showIf you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email P...2023-05-1201 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah70. FOUR Types of Boundaries to Set at Work with Prina ShahAre you struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance? Do you often feel overwhelmed and stressed out by your workload? In this episode, we dive into the four types of boundaries that are crucial for maintaining your well-being and productivity at work: 1. physical, 2. emotional, 3. intellectual, and 4. time boundaries. I discuss the importance of setting boundaries in each of these areas and provide practical tips for communicating your boundaries effectively to your colleagues.Don't let work take over you...2023-05-0514 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah69. The Skills You Need During Turbulent Times with Bethan Winn and Prina ShahWelcome to the latest episode the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast, where we dive deep into the essential skills you need to help your workplace to be less crappy!In this episode, Prina has the pleasure of speaking with critical thinking expert, Bethan Winn. They are two accomplished professionals with extensive experience in managing change and uncertainty!As the world continues to face unprecedented challenges, it's more important than ever to equip ourselves with the skills and tools to thrive in the midst of uncertainty. In this insightful conversation, Bethan and Prina s...2023-04-2831 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah68. On Miscommunication - Are you mistaking any ropes for snakes? With Prina ShahThis episode is a short one to ask if you are mistaking any ropes for snakes.All too often workplace issues arise from misunderstandings and miscommunication.Are you mistaking any ropes for snakes?Check in on yourself and if you want to enhance your communication at work, check out these episodes:Ep. 56. Optimizing Your Organizational Culture Through Clear Communication with Prina ShahEp. 54. The Power of Clarity for Your Organisational Culture with Ann Latham and Prina Shah Ep 21. Five Ways to Communicate to Get Buy In.Ep 14. 5 Ways to I...2023-04-2101 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah67. If you’re all so busy, why isn’t anything getting done? With Prina ShahWelcome to the Ways to Change the Workplace podcast, where we explore ways to improve and innovate in the modern workplace. In this episode, your host, Prina Shah, asks "If you’re all so busy, why isn’t anything getting done?"In today's episode, we'll be discussing the concept of "busyness" and how it can impact productivity and fulfillment in the workplace.Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and constantly busy at work, but not making much progress on the things that truly matter? ...2023-04-1409 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah66. Using the F Word at Work: Feelings and How to Create an Emotional Culture with Lorissa Garcia and Prina ShahDare you bring the f word into the workplace? Have you considered the amount of emotional contagion that negatively affects your workplace?Learn the difference between an emotional and cognitive work culture and why you need to consider the both…About today’s episode: Today I chat with my friend, Lorissa Garcia, all the way from Melbourne. Lorissa specialises as a Coach & Facilitator in the space of Leadership & Culture, Lorissa partners with leaders, organisations and teams, provoking thought and action for small shifts that make a big differ...2023-04-0741 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah65. FIVE Ways to Create a Subculture at Work that People Cannot Resist - with Prina ShahIn this episode, I will be discussing the importance of work culture and how to create a subculture within your organization.In episode 60. Brendon talked about Finding the Hidden Influencers in Your Organisation - these are usually people who have created a damn fine subculture! So I am talking subcultures with you...I start by defining what we mean by work culture and subculture. Work culture refers to the values, beliefs, behaviors, and practices that shape the environment and experience of working within an organization.A subculture is...2023-03-3110 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah64. Learn from Someone's Story with Prina ShahHave you taken the time to truly listen to someone to learn their story?We are wonderful creatures, us humans, with complex and inspiring stories.The more we learn about others, the more we learn about ourselves I reckon! Have you tried to truly learn someone's story?Listen in to my story and why I created the Ways to Change the Workplace Movement here - trigger warning: my story consists of domestic violence and alcoholism. Support the showIf you are seeking professional advice o...2023-03-2401 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah63. How Embracing Your Cultural Identity Creates [Career] Opportunities with Valentina Lwin Bailey and Prina ShahHow Embracing Your Cultural Identity Creates [Career] Opportunities Have you overlooked aspects of your cultural identity or lived experience that could add value to the conversations and workplace around you?Do you find yourself holding back or feeling uncomfortable sharing and connecting to your background because of negative or passive past experiences?What are some reasons that people in your workplace might not speak up and share their lived experience?What is the difference between presence and inclusion, when it comes to diversity in the workplace? Abo...2023-03-1728 min
Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah62. The Issues with International Women's Day hosted by Prina ShahIn this episode of Ways to Change the Workplace, you host, Prina Shah, discusses the issues she has with International Women's Day (IWD) and suggests some solutions. Prina believes that IWD has become primarily a day for cute selfies and long lunches and breakfast events, which raises awareness but does not address the intersectionality of women's experiences. She suggests that organizations need to recognize the unique experiences of women from different backgrounds, support the needs of marginalized women, and create opportunities for them to lead and make decisions. P...2023-03-1016 min