Unsaid @ Work
This is a leadership podcast designed to help navigate career, leadership and workplace culture. Each episode will offer tools, advice, perspective and stories either through an interview format or through Catherine’s own experience of 20 years of corporate leadership and 10 years an executive and team coach.
What’s makes this podcast different is that the conversations will go to the edge of our comfort zone and knowledge. This podcast is the ‘fly-on-the-wall’ of conversations that people would love to listen in on.
Your host is Catherine Stagg-Macey, a certified executive and team coach. She’s been coaching for 10 years working with mid to senior professionals wanting to grow as leaders. Before that, she worked in consulting and tech for 20 years in a variety of leadership roles. Come join her for the Unsaid conversations about work and career.
Episodes
82 episodes
Season Two Finale: highlights and future plans
In the final episode of Season 2, I reflect on our two-year journey and the incredible conversations we've shared. From navigating the fallout of a failed coaching program to Unsaid at Work making it into the top 5% of global podcas...
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Season 2
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Episode 83
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9:52
Company values in the hotseat
23% of U.S. employees strongly agree that they can apply their organization’s values to their work every day, and only 27% “believe in” their organization’s values.And yet every organisation has them. In today’s episode, we a...
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Season 2
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Episode 82
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23:42
The power of meaningful organisational values
If you think most organizational values aren’t worth the paper they are written on, then this is the episode for you.Today, on UnSaid at work, we explore why having organizational values matters and what good values look like.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 81
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50:22
Gender Identity, Leadership and Workplace Inequality
"Bring yourself to work" is all the rage in workplaces, but are we truly accepted for who we are?In today's episode, I explore this question with my guest, Amethysta Herrick. She shares how she had to "squelch who I was because I had to....
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Season 2
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Episode 80
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44:16
The Transformative Power of a Mastermind
In this episode, I'm thrilled to chat with Steven Writer-Maguire and Wei Wang about the magic of mastermind groups and the incredible growth they foster. We dive into shared challenges, the power of vulnerability, and how these grou...
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Season 2
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Episode 79
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41:12
Leading Through Loss: Rebecca's Story of Grief and Growth
Painful, tender personal experiences can often feel overlooked, especially when you're leading through them.In this week's episode of Unsaid at Work, Rebecca Mander shares her heart-wrenching journey through some of life's most challengi...
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Season 2
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Episode 78
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35:54
Finding direction and meaning in your life with James Cobbett
This week's episode we talk about finding direction and meaning in our lives featuring James Cobbett. We discuss his journey of discovering his purpose and the importance of uncovering one's "why" statement.He reflects on his transition ...
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Season 2
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Episode 77
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44:51
The Busy Badge: Unpacking Society's View on Productivity and Worth with Nikki St Paul
In this conversation, Nikki St. Paul discusses the importance of rest and how she discovered its value in her own life. She shares her personal awakening to the need for rest and the impact of burnout.In this conversation, Nikki and Cat...
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Season 2
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Episode 75
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45:44
Lessons from 100 coffees with Matt Ballantine
Ever thought about the impact that 100 coffee conversations could have on your career and networking opportunities?In this episode, we dive deep into Matt Ballantine's 100 coffees project, exploring the ins and outs of making meaningful ...
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Season 2
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Episode 73
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48:18
Embracing the Improv Mindset with Su Mee Tan
This week, we dive into a leadership skill that might just surprise you: Improv! 🎭Improv shakes up our desire for control and perfection, pushing us to welcome uncertainty, celebrate our stumbles, and revel in being spontaneous....
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Season 2
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Episode 72
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26:40
Deconstructing Good Girl Expectations with Michelle Minnkin
In this episode, we delve into the topic of "good girl" conditioning and its effects on women in professional settings.Our guest, Michelle Minnikin, author of "Good Girl Deprogramming," shares insights into her personal journey of recogn...
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Season 2
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Episode 71
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44:07
Making menopause business as usual with Sharon MacArthur
On this week's episode, we talk about the silent struggle of managing menopause symptoms while juggling professional responsibilities and why understanding and support in the workplace are paramount. My guest is Sharon MacArthur, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 70
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45:30
The Discomfort of First Times
This week's episode is about first times and we'll discuss mindset and expectations when trying new things, sharing personal experiences and insights.From launching a podcast to getting back into activities after a hiatus, we'll uncover ...
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Season 2
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Episode 69
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9:57
Workplace grievances: Unveiling the mysterious process of facts and fiction
In this week's episode, we dive into the often enigmatic realm of workplace grievances. For most of us, the need to either lodge a grievance or become the recipient of one is a rare occurrence, possibly happening only once in our entire career....
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Season 2
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Episode 68
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24:28
Navigating Hard Conversations with Ghilaine Chan
In this episode, we're embarking on an enlightening journey through the maze of tough talks.Joining me is the COO powerhouse, Ghilaine Chan, a maestro in setting clear expectations and a veteran in steering through the toughest of conve...
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Season 2
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Episode 67
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51:54
How Rachel transformed her work relationships : a coaching story
Feeling stuck and dissatisfied with life?This was where my guest found herself 2 years ago. My guest today is Rachel Peacock, CEO of Making Space, a charity that provides care for adults with support needs. She’s worked in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 66
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52:33
Taming the To-do list
You may find your tactics of managing your to-do list no longer work. We face so much choice, and therefore millions of decision each day, it’s no wonder we feel overwhelmed.Today, I'll talk you through • Core principles of...
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Season 2
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Episode 65
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14:01
HR Confidential: What HR really wants you to know
Ready for some workplace secrets? In this episode, we dig into what HR REALL wants you to know: from office romances and dealing with disruptive colleagues to addressing the pitfalls in DEI and the hiring process. My g...
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Season 2
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Episode 64
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45:31
Redundancy: A Pep Talk and Practical Tips
In this week’s episode, I share practical tips for anyone who has been made. I discuss the emotional impact of redundancy and the importance of taking care of one's mental health.You will get my advice on assessing finances, updating re...
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Season 2
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Episode 63
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17:37
Crafting Your Personal Brand: Lessons on Leadership, Resilience, and Authenticity with Victoria Pelletier
This week, we embark on a fascinating journey into the realm of personal branding. My guest, Victoria Pelletier, is not just your average corporate executive. With over two decades of experience, she's also a Board Director, a #1 b...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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46:27
Deconstructing Imposter Syndrome with Tara Halliday
Ever wondered how you get rid of that shitty voice in your head? The one that tells you to play small? Today’s episode is all about understanding the impact of the imposter syndrome, and how deeply ingrained beliefs of self-worth a...
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Season 2
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Episode 61
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28:20
Leadership Trends in 2024
Join me in this episode as I break down the top 4 predictions for leadership trends in the upcoming year based on insights from working with senior executives.These predictions reflect the evolving landscape of leadership in 2024 and of...
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Season 2
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Episode 60
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18:04
Coaching conversations: Catherine in the hot seat
This week’s episode is an unusual one – I get put in the coaching hot seat! 🔥Following on from my previous episode around understanding the emotional brain through neuroscience, Lori Shook, my guest, coaches me through something I...
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Season 2
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Episode 59
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33:00
Understanding your emotional brain with neuroscience with Lori Shook
Our emotional brain reacts quickly without thinking, often driven by biases.In this episode, my guest Lori Shook, helps us gain a deeper understanding of how our brain and body react to stress and emotions in the workplace.In ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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32:49