Psychology at Work | Career Success, Leadership, Communication Skills

If you've ever tried to build a new habit, change how you show up at work, or break a pattern that isn't serving you, and then give up when it didn't stick, this episode is for you. Eric Zimmer, host of the 50-million-download podcast The One You Feed and author of How A Little Becomes A Lot, joins Melody to discuss how to make change stick when your busy, overwhelmed, and “not the disciplined type.” What You’ll Discover: How to stay motivated when progress feels painfully slowThe secret to breaking the cycle of going all in, falling off, and feeling like a failureA simple “equation” for reducing stress and suffering at work — even when you can't change the situationWays to recover when you fall off track with goals that don’t involve scrapping everything and starting overAbout Eric ZimmerEric Zimmer is an author, teacher, speaker, and the creator of The One You Feed podcast—an award-winning show with over 50 million downloads across 800+ conversations exploring meaningful living. Through his behavior coaching, workshops, and mentorship, he's guided thousands worldwide in creating sustainable habits that last—not through willpower or epiphany, but through steady change. His approach blends cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, offering practical pathways to more integrity and deeper meaning. https://www.oneyoufeed.net/ Sign up for my Free Live Webinar: 5 Steps to Speak Like a Senior Leaderhttps://melodywilding.com/trainingConnect with Melody:FREE NEWSLETTER: Psychology at Work WeeklyGet on the Waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™Get on the Waitlist for Lead from WithinGet Melody's new book, Managing Up

Ashley Herd, employment lawyer turned HR leader and CEO of Manager Method, shares practical leadership tools. She discusses how to set clear expectations, negotiate priorities up the chain, and make accountability a team conversation. Short, actionable takes on delegation, following up without micromanaging, and tailoring oversight to context.

⏰ DOORS CLOSING: Apply for Lead from Within by March 20th: https://melodywilding.com/lfw Re-org fatigue is real. The constant waves of change – new bosses, shifting priorities, uncertainty about your future – can leave you feeling like you're just trying to keep your head above water. But what if you could use these moments to advance your career? In this episode, Melody shares the four mistakes you need to avoid if you want to come out of the next re-structure in a stronger position.https:// melodywilding.com/training Connect with Melody:FREE NEWSLETTER: Psychology at Work WeeklyGet on the Waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™Get on the Waitlist for Lead from WithinGet Melody's new book, Managing Up

Doors for Lead from Within close March 20th and this may be the only public enrollment until 2027. In this episode, I'm answering every question you might have about the program: what it is, what's included, who it's for, what kind of results clients have gotten, and how to know if it's right for you. If you've been curious or on the fence, listen in.RSVP for the Lead from Within Open House on March 17th: https://melodywilding.com/openhouse https:// melodywilding.com/training Connect with Melody:FREE NEWSLETTER: Psychology at Work WeeklyGet on the Waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™Get on the Waitlist for Lead from WithinGet Melody's new book, Managing Up

👉 Doors for Lead from Within close March 20th. Apply by March 13th and get $500 off enrollment. In this replay of the webinar, Rise Into Your Next Big Role, I reveal why everything you've been taught about getting ahead stops working at the mid-career level — and walk you through the four-part RISE formula my clients use to land promotions, build org-wide influence, and finally break through the mid-career ceiling.Apply to Lead From Within at melodywilding.com/lead-from-within, or RSVP for the Lead from Within Open House on March 17th: https://melodywilding.com/openhousehttps:// melodywilding.com/training Connect with Melody:FREE NEWSLETTER: Psychology at Work WeeklyGet on the Waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™Get on the Waitlist for Lead from WithinGet Melody's new book, Managing Up

Mo Bunnell, founder of Bunnell Idea Group and author of Give to Grow, teaches simple ways to build influence without schmoozing. He explains the Give to Grow approach, a three-step method to offer value upward, and how to reclaim time with the cut-to-climb tactic. Practical tips cover skip-level access, working with gatekeepers, and keeping a relationships list to scale impact.

Nirali Rana, a pharmacist turned head of program and change management at a major pharma company, shares her rise into strategic leadership. She talks about shifting from overcommitment to focused 90-day sprints. She explains how she learned to speak in executives’ priorities, distill complex insights, build visibility with the CFO and HR, and reframe sensitivity as a strength.

A leader shares her 'Me Manual' — a practical playbook that translates personal work preferences into clear team expectations. Topics include why unspoken preferences cause chaos, how leadership needs shift as teams scale, and the structure of a manual covering communication, decision style, and dislikes. Learn how documenting these habits helps scale, speed decisions, and reduce micromanagement.

Guy Winch, psychologist and bestselling author focused on emotional health, discusses why work keeps taking over our minds. He outlines how spillover shows up at home. He explains rumination, job insecurity, and simple habits to reclaim personal time. He shares 15-minute practices, multisensory transition rituals, and ways to turn worry into action.

Erica Keswin, workplace strategist and three-time bestselling author, shares human-centered leadership tips for an AI-driven world. She discusses vulnerability and empathy, upward influence, linking work to purpose, rituals for hybrid teams, and using AI thoughtfully. Short, practical strategies for building trust and standing out in fast-changing workplaces.