

Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental Health
Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton
Executive coaches and New York Times bestselling authors of "All In" and "The Carrot Principle,” Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton offer insights and advice to reduce anxiety at work and in your personal life. If you have ever dreaded Sunday night, got a pit in your stomach on the way to work, or had your heartbeat speed up at the sound of your boss’s voice, then you may have had anxiety at work. In this practical podcast, some of the world’s leading authorities on mental health explore the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and the practices that have be proven to reduce tension and cultivate calm.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 30min
Emotional Intelligence Stops Burnout & Builds Resilience
✨ Emotional Intelligence, Burnout Immunity & Exploring Stress Resilience for Mental Wellness🙏 Watch The Episode & Don’t Forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, & Share 💙Highlights: 📍🧘♂️ Stress Tolerance: Discover how some high-performers withstand stress without succumbing to burnout, and the role emotional intelligence plays in fostering resilience.🔎 Self-Awareness & Regulation: key strategies in recognizing personal burnout triggers and managing stress proactively.🔗 Meaningful Connections: Learn the significance of nurturing deep connections with your values, work, and colleagues to maintain a positive outlook even in challenging times.Join us for a discussion with Dr. Kandi Wiens, Director at the University of Pennsylvania's Master's in Medical Education Program and author of "Burnout Immunity." Kandi shares her personal journey through a severe stress-related health scare to her intensive research into why some remain unaffected by burnout.We dig into Kandi's findings on the interplay between individual traits, learned stress-management behaviors, and the impact of cultivating strong emotional intelligence skills. ➡️ For leaders and individuals looking to build resilience and foster a healthier relationship with work. Learn to navigate the complexities of burnout and discover pathways to immunity.➡️ If you love this podcast episode, please leave a 5-star rating 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and share it with your network!🌟 LET'S STAY CONNECTED…🔶https://thecultureworks.com/🔶 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chester.elton/🔶 X - https://twitter.com/chesterelton?lang=en🔶 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550916264292🔶 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chesterelton/#anxietyatwork #EmotionalIntelligence #BurnoutPrevention #WorkplaceWellbeing #StressManagement #MentalHealthAwareness #ResilienceBuilding #LeadershipInsights #HarperBusinessSupport the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 19, 2024 • 5min
Author Recap: The Advantage of the Introvert's Strategy is Business Growth
✅ The Advantage of the Introvert's Strategy is Business Growth 🙏 Watch The Episode & Remember to Like, Comment, Subscribe, & Share 🧡Key Highlights: 📌🧘 Introvert Insight: Matthew Pollard shares the unexpected edge introverts have in business, dismantling common misconceptions about introversion.📊 The Introvert's Edge: Discover Matthew's strategy for turning perceived introvert weaknesses into strengths through meticulous planning and preparation.🗣️ Power of Storytelling: Learn how storytelling can be a key technique for introverts to create rapport and ease anxiety in high-pressure situations.We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 18, 2024 • 28min
The Advantage of the Introvert's Strategy is Business Growth
✅ The Advantage of the Introvert's Strategy is Business Growth 🙏 Watch The Episode & Remember to Like, Comment, Subscribe, & Share 🧡Key Highlights: 📌🧘 Introvert Insight: Matthew Pollard shares the unexpected edge introverts have in business, dismantling common misconceptions about introversion.📊 The Introvert's Edge: Discover Matthew's strategy for turning perceived introvert weaknesses into strengths through meticulous planning and preparation.🗣️ Power of Storytelling: Learn how storytelling can be a key technique for introverts to create rapport and ease anxiety in high-pressure situations.In an enlightening episode of the Anxiety at Work podcast, we sit down with Matthew Pollard, the acclaimed "Rapid Growth Guy" and author of "The Introvert's Edge" series. Matthew demystifies the advantages introverts possess in business and explains how introversion, contrary to popular belief, is not a barrier to success but a different path to it. By leveraging their natural tendencies toward careful planning and deep thinking, introverts can excel in roles traditionally seen as the domain of extroverts.➡️ If this episode resonates with you, please leave a 5-star rating 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 and share these insights with those who might benefit!#IntrovertsEdge #BusinessAdvantage #MatthewPollard #Networking #SalesStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #AnxietyatWork #ProfessionalGrowth #Empowerment #BusinessPodcastSupport the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 12, 2024 • 6min
Author Recap: 3 Proven Strategies to Overcome Public Speaking Anxiety
Many people dread having to convey their ideas to others in public, it’s a frequent source of anxietyIf you missed episode #212 with Matt Abrahams, here is a bonus recap with Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton.Key Highlights: 📌Preparation Enables Spontaneity: you can prepare to be spontaneous. Mindset Over Perfection: Communication should be about connecting with others rather than delivering a flawless performance. Structure Your Messaging: crafting your message with a clear beginning, middle, and end, much like the problem-solution-benefit structure in advertising. We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 10, 2024 • 26min
3 Proven Strategies to Overcome Public Speaking Anxiety
Many people dread having to convey their ideas to others in public, it’s a frequent source of anxiety. 🎙️ Hello and welcome to Anxiety at Work. 🎙️ We hope the time you spend with us enlightens and helps shatter the stigma around anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Key Highlights: 📌Preparation Enables Spontaneity: you can prepare to be spontaneous. Mindset Over Perfection: Communication should be about connecting with others rather than delivering a flawless performance. Structure Your Messaging: crafting your message with a clear beginning, middle, and end, much like the problem-solution-benefit structure in advertising. As you navigate the complexities of communication in both your professional and personal lives, remember that the ability to speak confidently under pressure is a skill that can be learned and improved. This episode is a stepping stone to mastering that skill.With us is our new friend, Matt Abrahams, author of the new book “THINK FASTER, TALK SMARTER: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot.” Matt is a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business where he teaches popular classes in strategic communication and effective virtual presenting. Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 5, 2024 • 7min
Author Recap: Break the Silence with Innovation & Wellbeing at Work
If you missed episode #210 with Elaine Lin Hering, here is a bonus recap with Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton.Key Highlights: 📌The Problem of Learned SilenceRedefining CommunicationPractical Advice for LeadersPersonal ApplicationWe encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Apr 3, 2024 • 31min
Break the Silence with Innovation & Wellbeing at Work
How can we handle conflict better at work and learn to speak up without anxiety? 🎙️ Hello and welcome to Anxiety at Work. 🎙️ We hope the time you spend with enlightens and helps shatter the stigma around anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Key Highlights: 📌The Problem of Learned SilenceRedefining CommunicationPractical Advice for LeadersPersonal ApplicationWith us is our new friend Elaine Lin Hering who works with organizations and individuals to build skills in communication, collaboration, and conflict management. She is the former Advanced Training Director for the Harvard Mediation Program and a Lecturer on Law at Harvard Law. She is also the author of the just released book “Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully” from Penguin.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Mar 29, 2024 • 6min
Author Recap: Crossing the Line: When Passion for Work Becomes a Path to Burnout
Can caring too much about your job land you in the ER?If you missed episode #208 with Teresa Vozza here is a bonus recap with Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton.Key Highlights: 📌The Danger of Over-CaringImpact of Childhood ExperiencesThe Importance of Self-CarePractical Strategies for Managing EmotionsWe encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Mar 27, 2024 • 26min
Crossing the Line: When Passion for Work Becomes a Path to Burnout
Can caring too much about your job land you in the ER?🎙️ Hello and welcome to Anxiety at Work. 🎙️ We hope the time you spend with enlightens and helps shatter the stigma around anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Key Highlights: 📌The Danger of Over-CaringImpact of Childhood ExperiencesThe Importance of Self-CarePractical Strategies for Managing EmotionsWith us is our new friend Teresa Vozza, a leadership expert, writer, executive coach, and a former Chief Human Resources Officer for a Fortune 500 insurance company. She is on a mission to help executive professionals eradicate burnout and transform their leadership. Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Mar 24, 2024 • 5min
Author Recap: Stressed? Welcome Adversity, Practice Discipline, and Commit to Growth
knowing how to manage stress effectively is crucial to thrive amidst the challenges and demands of the workplace! If you missed episode #206 with Dr. Steven Stein here is a bonus recap with Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton.Key Highlights: 📌The Three Cs of HardinessReframe Stress as an OpportunityThe Power of Emotional Intelligence in Stress ManagementWe encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.Support the showFor a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...


