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The Shake Up Podcast with Candice Harvey
Welcome to The Shake Up — your weekly dose of real talk with me, Performance Coach Candice Harvey. I’m a former corporate HR professional, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business helping teams and individuals thrive.
I know Monday to Friday in the corporate world isn’t always cute outfits, hanging with your work bestie, and popping out real quick for a matcha—It’s more like surviving back-to-back meetings that should’ve been quick calls, dodging the people you can’t stand, and pretending you’re still productive by 3pm.
Most of the time, we’re stuck in our own heads, running on autopilot, watching the clock and wondering why we can’t just do the damn thing we said we were going to do.
That’s where me and my fancy rode mic come in. I’m here to shake you up — with straight-talking strategies, a smidge of humour, and my obsession with human behaviour in the workplace… because I get it, I did it for 15 years.
I’m a former corporate HR pro, and since 2018 I’ve been running my own shake-up business, helping teams and individuals go from “things are busy” to “things are GREAT!”
So, if you’re ready for a nudge at work, a perspective shift, or maybe even a loving kick up the bum… you’re in the right place.
The Shake Up Podcast with Candice Harvey
96. Using the F Word Monday to Friday — the secret to happier humans and better performance at work.
Let’s get real — when was the last time you actually had fun at work?
If you’re sitting there scratching your head or thinking, “Fun? At work? Yeah, right,” then this episode is for you. Because I’m about to drop some truth bombs on why fun isn’t just a “nice-to-have” — it’s the secret sauce for happier humans and smashing it Monday to Friday.
Yep, that’s right. The F word we rarely talk about in the office isn’t what you think. It’s fun — and it’s about time we brought it back to the daily grind.
In this episode, we unpack:
- Why ditching your “serious pants” might be the best career move you make this year
- How fun boosts creativity, connection, and yes, even productivity
- The sneaky reasons adults forget how to have fun (spoiler: life gets in the way)
- Five no-nonsense ways to inject more fun into your workday — no clown suits required
- Real-life stories from workshops where fun flipped the switch on energy and engagement
Whether you’re leading a team or just trying to survive the 9–5, this episode will give you permission (and practical hacks) to bring your full, fun self to work.
Plus, if you want your team laughing, connecting, and performing at their best in 2026, hit me up at info@candiceharvey.com or DM me on socials to chat about workshops that actually make fun happen.
Because here’s the deal — fun isn’t fluff. It’s fuel.
Links mentioned:
🎯 Goal Getting Guide for 2026: https://candiceharveycoaching.thrivecart.com/goal-getting-guide-2026/ — Get clear on what really matters and take action.
📚 Grab your copy of The Shake Up book: https://candiceharveycoaching.thrivecart.com/pre-sale-the-shake-up/
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