139: The broken pieces of the workplace with Niamh Hannan
01/20/23 • 64 min
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There are many broken pieces within the working world, and this week’s episode delves into tackling systemic bias in the workplace and empowering the feminine. Joining Aoife is special guest, speaker, coach and charted psychologist Niamh Hannan, who helps women in leadership excel by rocketing their growth, well-being and success.
So much ground gets covered in this discussion, including how we can bring humanity into the workplace, the tools for self-management and developing self-awareness, and the value of feminine leadership. Niamh also explores the opportunities that can arise from a crisis, touching on the learnings from the Covid 19 pandemic and reminding us that we all have a choice as we navigate this transitionary period into the new working era. Further key points throughout include:
An introduction to Niamh Hannan
The difference between counselling and coaching
How do we help women in leadership
Undervalued qualities women bring to work
Steering clear of a fear-based workplace
Bad news sells: the media hold of fearmongering
Opportunities in crisis and learnings from the Covid-19 pandemic
Handling post-pandemic workplace demands
The need for psychological safety in the workplace
Welcoming consciousness into the workplace
Why you should focus on collaboration over competition
The importance of nurturing the workforce of the future
A reminder that you always have a choice!
What being Happier at Work means to Niamh
Leaving a legacy of positive impact
“I’m still not seeing leaders being promoted for their empathy and people skills. And yet, that’s a huge part of building the workforce of the future. So on the one hand, we have the science, but on the other, it’s not being applied.” – Niamh Hannan.
THE LISTENERS SAY:
Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you!
Resources:
Join Niamh Hannan’s Legacy and Core Connection programs:
https://niamhhannan.com/programs/
Connect with Niamh Hannan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/niamhhannan/
Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O’Brien:
https://www.impostersyndrome.ie
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien
https://www.twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ
There are many broken pieces within the working world, and this week’s episode delves into tackling systemic bias in the workplace and empowering the feminine. Joining Aoife is special guest, speaker, coach and charted psychologist Niamh Hannan, who helps women in leadership excel by rocketing their growth, well-being and success.
So much ground gets covered in this discussion, including how we can bring humanity into the workplace, the tools for self-management and developing self-awareness, and the value of feminine leadership. Niamh also explores the opportunities that can arise from a crisis, touching on the learnings from the Covid 19 pandemic and reminding us that we all have a choice as we navigate this transitionary period into the new working era. Further key points throughout include:
An introduction to Niamh Hannan
The difference between counselling and coaching
How do we help women in leadership
Undervalued qualities women bring to work
Steering clear of a fear-based workplace
Bad news sells: the media hold of fearmongering
Opportunities in crisis and learnings from the Covid-19 pandemic
Handling post-pandemic workplace demands
The need for psychological safety in the workplace
Welcoming consciousness into the workplace
Why you should focus on collaboration over competition
The importance of nurturing the workforce of the future
A reminder that you always have a choice!
What being Happier at Work means to Niamh
Leaving a legacy of positive impact
“I’m still not seeing leaders being promoted for their empathy and people skills. And yet, that’s a huge part of building the workforce of the future. So on the one hand, we have the science, but on the other, it’s not being applied.” – Niamh Hannan.
THE LISTENERS SAY:
Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you!
Resources:
Join Niamh Hannan’s Legacy and Core Connection programs:
https://niamhhannan.com/programs/
Connect with Niamh Hannan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/niamhhannan/
Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O’Brien:
https://www.impostersyndrome.ie
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien
https://www.twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ
Previous Episode
138: Stop being overlooked at work with Paula Sheridan
Are you fed up with being overlooked at work? Do you feel your work is underappreciated? If so, this episode is a must-listen for you! Joining Aoife this week is business and personal coach Paula Sheridan, who is on a mission to help clients unwrap their potential and exceed their expectations. This episode offers terrific nuggets of wisdom and brilliant tools for managers to help make your workplace fairer.
Paula delves into the life skill of visibility and unpacks why you must stop waiting to be noticed. We learn the key to raising your visibility at work and getting your work appreciated, along with the powerful questions to ask when seeking constructive feedback. Paula also shares how we can shut down the gender gap and reminds us of the importance of self-acknowledgement and why we should celebrate our wins and achievements. Further key points throughout include;
An introduction to Paula Sheridan
Women in the workplace: closing the gender gap
Influence and visibility – what are you getting done?
The benefits of getting ahead of workplace issues
Connecting your objectives to business outcomes
Performance management: what practices are effective?
The managers perspective: how to avoid bias in the workplace
The key to bridging a career development gap
The practice of acknowledging achievements and catching the raindrops
How to ask for feedback at work
What being happier at work means to Paula
“I’d love a world where people get promoted entirely on merit. And for that to happen, we all need to learn to communicate what it is that we do and the value that we offer.” – Paula Sheridan.
THE LISTENERS SAY:
Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you!
Resources:
https://iamremarkable.withgoogle.com/
Connect with Paula Sheridan:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-sheridan/
https://www.unwrappingpotential.com/
Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O’Brien:
https://www.impostersyndrome.ie
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien
https://www.twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ
Next Episode
140: The red flags of workplace toxicity with Aoife O'Brien
1 RecommendationsHave you recently checked in on your goals and intentions? Is 2023 the year you make a career move or leap to escape workplace toxicity? If so, this episode is a must-listen for you! This week, Aoife's solo episode is coming to you live from sunny Tenerife, focusing on the issue of toxic workplaces and the practical steps you can take to improve your working situation.
Aoife delves into the task of maintaining a happier working environment, shares tips for dealing with frustrations at work, and unpacks the importance of aligning your core values with your chosen workplace. Aoife also reminds us that if you're feeling stuck at work, you have options and that leaving is okay. Further key points throughout include:
How to eliminate toxic work behaviour
What does a toxic work environment look like?
The traits of a toxic boss
How to handle micromanagement and break the expectations of overworking
The impact of toxic colleagues in the workplace
A reminder: It's okay to quit your job!
Take back your power and boost your confidence
Making time to focus on what you want
Aligning your core values with your needs and strengths
"People are ten times more likely to resign from an organisation if they find themselves in a toxic environment, compared to their likelihood of resigning due to pay-related matters." – Aoife O'Brien.
THE LISTENERS SAY:
Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you!
Resources:
Listen back to previous Happier at Work episodes:
https://happieratwork.ie/101-the-squiggly-road-to-happier-at-work-with-aoife-obrien-cathal-quinlan/
https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-49-aoife-mollin-on-fitting-in-at-work/
Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O'Brien:
https://www.impostersyndrome.ie
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien
https://www.twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ
Happier At Work® - 139: The broken pieces of the workplace with Niamh Hannan
Transcript
You're listening to the Happier at Work podcast. I'm your host Aoife O'Brien. This is the podcast for leaders who put people first. The podcast covers four broad themes, engagement and belonging, performance and productivity, leadership, equity, and the future of work. Everything to do with the happier at work podcast relates to employee retention, you can find out more at happieratwork.ie.
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