Ways to Change the Workplace

Louise, 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 nee...

Why is it that many leaders are not transparent about their culture survey results? Why is it that conversations are not had about the responses people gave to the culture survey? Why is it that there is no discussion on …

Unlock 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 financ...

Clocking in or outcomes focused? Here's a thought for you. Implement a results only work environment where employees are evaluated based on the work that they produce rather than that time that they have spent in the office. ...

Have 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...

Karen 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 Integratin...

Is 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 …

Welcome 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...

Are you stuck in the middle as a leader or or a manager? ... ...In the middle of the board, the executive decisions, and then everything that your team and the people that report to you are telling you, and …

You heard it - I am writing a book on leaving a legacy at work! UPDATE: I have plenty of early readers so doors are now closed. This book is: For Executives, Leaders and Teams who feel there is more …

Ever 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 …

Growth 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 …

Have 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 mur...

Transform 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 e...

Do 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 …

Prepare to navigate the challenges of dealing with dominant people at work with this PRACTICAL episode of the Ways to Change a Workplace podcast. Your host, Prina Shah, shares 8 practical strategies to handle situations invol...

Never 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 …

You 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 …

Meet 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 ...

That, which is in front of you is your teacher is one of my most cherished sayings. Why? Because it holds true in both good and tough times, especially in the workplace (and life, yo!) When faced with a lousy …

Welcome to Episode 100 of Ways to Change Your Workplace with moi, Prina Shah. In this special episode, I am joined by my best friend, Jitesh Odedra, for an in depth interview. Get ready for some deep and thought-provoking que...

Ready 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 o...

Poor Work Cultures and Trauma Bonding With Your Colleagues If you have uttered any of these statements, you may have a trauma bond with your workplace and your colleagues… "I know the workplace is toxic, but I can't imagine l...

When 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 …

Are 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 Clark, a futurist and facilitator from Melbourne. We discuss the ...

Unmask 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 …

Change has happened at your workplace. Change is inevitable, and it is a constant. Change is nothing new. It is how you deal with, and respond to change that matters. So my question to you is: Are you living in …

My 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 fo...

Strap yourself in as we unravel the truth behind the effectiveness of workplace learning and development programs. I’m eager to share five compelling reasons why these programs might be missing the mark. We'll expose the effe...

When 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 …

It 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 …

How to Mend a Broken Work Relationship In 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 th...

Networking Tip: Be Interested, Not Interesting Here 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 ...

How 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 toda...

Celebrating 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 o...

Ever met a brilliant jerk at your workplace? That high-performing but incredibly toxic individual who seems to drain the team's morale and increase stress levels? Today we're taking on the unenviable task of addressing these ...

When 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...

What 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 th...

Eight 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 e...

You are the product of your experiences! Here are some tips on how to make the most of them… Take a few moments to audit your experiences over the next three months. Are they filling your cup or draining it? …

What 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 an...

This is a short episode by your host, Prina Shah. The intention of these short microcasts are to help you to uplift your leadership game. This week try to have more questions that answers and see where you end up! …

In this episode of the Ways to Change Your Workplace Podcast, your host, Prina Shah, explores the topic of influencing people at work. Prina begins by emphasizing the importance of building rapport and genuine connections wit...

In this episode of the Ways to Change Your Workplace Podcast, your host, Prina Shah interviews Ren Saguil, an experienced sales expert with over 25 years of business development and leadership experience. Ren shares her insig...

In this episode, Prina Shah, your host, explores the idea that sometimes we can't see something until we actively seek it out. Prina emphasizes the importance of identifying what we are looking for in order to pursue it. She ...

In this episode of the Ways to Change Your Workplace Podcast, your host, Prina Shah interviews Mike Dyson and James Coomber on the topic of toxic masculinity in the workplace. Mike Dyson, a lead facilitator for Good Blokes Co...

In this episode of "Ways to Change Your Workplace," your host, Prina Shah, shares an activity for reflection at the end of the financial year or other milestones. She discusses the concept of postmortems, where individuals an...

Should 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 …

Work ON our Career, Not IN Your Career with Petra Zink and Prina Shah Today I am talking with Petra Zink, who is a certified Personal Branding & Digital Strategist, Speaker, Coach & Consultant - specialised in the Future of …

How 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 …

Are 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 wel...

Welcome 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 …

This 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 ...

Welcome 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...

Dare 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...

In 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...

Have 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! H...

How 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 you...

In 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 cut...

Have you considered who you need in your professional network? You may need people to help you: To Learn new skills To help you to think in different ways To challenge you To support you To motivate you To open …

Use Your Subcultures to Enable Valuable Change A lot of organisations overcomplicate change in the workplace. How can you identify the influencers in your organisation and leverage their subcultures to accelerate effective ch...

5 Ways to Create a Learning Culture that ALL employees benefit from! Creating a culture of continuous learning and development at your workplace is essential for fostering innovation, attracting and retaining top talent, and ...

How you introduce others says a lot about you! You'll never get a second chance to make a good first impression. This week I have a few questions for you to consider in relation to the way you introduce others. …

The Problem with Your Leadership Development Program How can you develop a better leadership development program within your organisation? Why do nearly 70% of organisations fail to create a leadership pipeline they can trust...

Welcome to The Ways To Change Your Workplace Podcast, where I help you optimize your organizational culture! In this episode, I’ll be discussing the importance of clear communication in creating the culture you desire. Optimi...

How you introduce yourself says a lot about you! You'll never get a second chance to make a good first impression. This week I have a few questions for you to consider in relation to the way you introduce yourself. …

The Power of Clarity for Your Organisational Culture What is the difference between lack of productivity and lack of clarity? What is the secret to getting everyone in your workplace working toward a common goal? Can your wor...

Have you ever been cheated on? Remember how it stings? Remember how it was to rebuild trust? Or perhaps you never got to that stage, as often, when trust is broken, it is difficult or near impossible to regain. Let's …

Sooooo many people chicken out of giving or asking for feedback due to fear. It is a tale as old as time. Why is it that many find it difficult to be assertive in giving and receiving feedback? This is …

How can you create a meaningful career that pays the bills AND gives you joy? You know you need to make changes in your career, but don’t know how to… Spoiler alert: we are all heading to one destination (death) …

Trigger warning for anyone affected by alcoholism or domestic violence. My story is one I haven't told anyone. Michelle, my client, recently asked me why I do what I do. She wanted to know what motivates me to work with …

Influence like an influencer! View the youtube version here! Have you conducted a skills audit on the way that you influence others? Do you influence others using friendliness? bargaining? reasoning? use of power? anger? asse...

4 Types of Organisational Change! Refer to the YouTube training video link to accompany this podcast episode. Are your organisation's change efforts resulting in: A sinking ship. People flying blind. Are people onboard and re...

Cheer Up: Is Toxic Positivity Ruining Your Culture? How can you find ways to change the workplace culture if you find yourself in an environment of toxic positivity? How can you create an environment where depth of conversati...

Detachment. It is the trait of Zen Masters and you can learn it too! A lot of the toxic team issues I have helped rectify have been the result of people holding on to grudges, past traumas and work place …

Are you an inclusive leader? I have had the pleasure of supporting many CEOs and senior leaders to become more inclusive and I share practical tips with you! The way you include your people will impact the way you are …

Have you noticed something about the best leaders at your workplace? What is it about them that makes them the best? Is it technical knowledge? Is it their leadership skills? Or could it be that they take you on a …

Are you a corporate martyr or a realist? You can't do it all- therefore you need to learn the fine art of delegation. This week I have a few questions for you to consider about how you delegate and communicate. …

Avoid these traps if you are a new CEO... I have had the pleasure of Coaching many CEOs and senior leaders to begin their new roles effectively. The way you start any job will determine how you are perceived, liked …

Do you feel like a fake, phony and fraud at work? Are you holding back parts of you? Did you know that many people of colour don’t enjoy being in the workplace because of a raft of reasons… Has your …

Have you built a solutions focused team? Imagine this: John has come to you with an issue that he has just uncovered, and he doesn't know how to respond to it. A stressful verbal avalanche awaits you! Versus John has …

4 ways to benefit from the great resignation Subscribe to Prina’s monthly-ish newsletter to get practical tips, tools and more! Have people left your workplace? Have they quit to move on to other things? Have they been fired ...

How Effective is Group and Team Coaching? How can you break silos at your workplace? How can you foster genuine collaboration and innovation? How can you use the brains of ALL and not the chosen few high potentials? How are …

It felt like everyone wanted a piece of me when I became a manager; to ask questions, to get direction, to update me, to make decisions! It was overwhelming until I took carriage of it with an interruptions / distractions …

The larger the organisation, the larger its woes, often. I have supported many organisations with these issues. Do reach out to me if you need help: prina@prinashah.com This is what I talk to in this episode. About today’s ep...

How can you fit in to a work culture being a migrant woman? How can workplaces be more open to diverse experiences of their workforce? Are you ready to move your workplace beyond lip service diversity measures? About today’s ...

Burnout, stress, fatigue, anxiety, depression - they are all common ailments, often relating from our jobs. How awful is that? One thing that helps is to be more introspective. Not in a naval gazing way, but to do a practical...

Have you got a new relationship with your job? (You’re not alone…) Have you redefined what you want in your career, what you stand for and what you stand against? If you’re an employer, the link of your workforce’s psychologi...

How can you develop a collaborative organisational culture? How can you develop working relationships that can weather any storm? How can you enable people to think strategically with a long term mindset? How can you develop ...

Are you that busy, "I have no time" type? Or are you the type that carves thinking and strategic time into your week as a non-negotiable? Guess what style Execs, high achievers and the more content folk amongst us tend …

Should I stay, or should I go? Have you had enough of your job? Is it time for a change? Are you considering quitting your job? Tune in to this episode first… About today’s episode: It is a solo episode …

I chat with the award-winning Anthony Vuleta, CEO of Town of Victoria Park. Anthony is renowned for his work on optimising his organisation’s culture over many years. If you live in Perth, you either know Anthony, or you have...

Have you thanked someone lately? I have a really simple formula to give thanks to someone explain the WHAT the WAY the WHEN and the WHY of the thank you that you were giving the four Ws. It need not …

Does your Executive Team have the advantage? Is your Executive Team helping, or hindering you? Is your Executive team working effectively together? I have supported many Executive Teams to optimise their own culture - email m...

HR is an important function, yet still disliked by many… That is just one (of many) statements I posed to HR Leader, Marija Andacic. HR practitioners, this one is especially for you! I ask Marija all the questions that are …

Self awareness and emotional intelligence are critical skills and ones which will get you far in work and life… This week I have a few questions for you to consider in relation to your blind spots. Have you asked your …

Why is creating Psychological Safety so hard for some organisations? Do you want to learn how to create psychological safety at your workplace? Let’s demystify all things psychological safety… About today’s episode: Today is ...

How can you tell your boss that you have ADHD? About today’s episode: Today I chat with the creative Communications Professional / Artist who is Jade Goulding. Jade was diagnosed with ADHD and she shares her story of how she …

Role modelling or learning from observing others is a skill that is free of charge and I you can easily learn from... Who is a person at work that inspires you? We can learn from those people... Have you really …

Do you wish your message would land better? Do you feel unheard at work? Do you want to learn how to use the right mode of communication, for the right situation, so you can end up with a win / …