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this is work

Shelley Johnson
this is work
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  • this is work

    825 reinventing yourself, avoiding career entropy & the conflict skill you need

    28/06/2026 | 31 mins.
    In this episode Shell unpacks 3 big ideas that have been on her mind lately. She talks about:

    👉🏼 who do you need to become in the ever-changing world of work?
    👉🏽 what physics has to do with your career
    👉🏾 how to deal with conflict effectively & the art of repair

    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/
    If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • this is work

    824 from the vault: 5 traits of a high performer

    21/06/2026 | 28 mins.
    In this episode from the vault Shell explores what sets high achievers apart in the workplace and unpacks five key traits that are commonly found in individuals who consistently excel and achieve outstanding results. These are the essential qualities to cultivate if you're looking to take your career to the next level.

    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/
    If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • this is work

    823 from the vault: productivity hacks to get more stuff done

    14/06/2026 | 29 mins.
    Sometimes making just one small change to how you work can significantly boost your productivity, and today's episode from the vault is loaded with practical ideas! Annabelle Bishop from Boldside joins Shell on the show to share what she does to optimise her time and energy at work, touching on:

    👉🏾 managing your inbox
    👉🏿 carving out time for deep work
    👉🏻 finding your flow state
    👉 establishing helpful habits
    👉🏼 having a power list
    👉🏽 doing the hard thing first
    👉🏾 giving yourself rewards and motivators
    👉🏿 setting up your environment
    👉🏻 how to prioritise your work
    👉 and having a curious, growth mindset
    👉🏾 and toxic productivity

    Connect with Annabelle on LinkedIn here

    Resources mentioned in the chat:

    Deep Work by Cal Newport: https://amzn.to/45RAzYb
    Learn more about Andy Frisella's concept of The Power List
    Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy: https://amzn.to/4cMsxC4

    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/
    If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • this is work

    822 spot the difference: confidence vs arrogance, empathy vs enabling + more

    07/06/2026 | 43 mins.
    Is your workplace toxic, or does it just have high expectations? A work dynamic could appear as one thing until you look a little closer. In this episode, Shell unpacks the subtle but crucial distinctions between:

    👉 a toxic workplace vs a a demanding workplace
    👉🏽 confidence vs arrogance
    👉🏾 hard work vs hustle
    👉🏿 empathy vs enabling bad behaviour
    👉🏻 clear leadership vs controlling leadership

    Radical Candor by Kim Scott: https://amzn.to/3PEpqWZ

    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/
    If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
  • this is work

    821 from the vault: the #1 skill you need at work (and it's not what you think!)

    31/05/2026 | 32 mins.
    In this vault episode from season 6, Shell unpacks the #1 skill you need in your career!

    Resources mentioned 👇

    📒 Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb: https://amzn.to/3UoiWLI
    📒 Emotional Agility by Susan David: https://amzn.to/47Wz9Lm
    📒 The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday: https://amzn.to/3vYhFAV

    🎧 The Confidence Chronicles podcast episode by Erika Cramer:
    Listen on Spotify
    Listen on Apple Podcasts

    Connect with Shell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-johnson/
    If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/

    Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join leadership coach Shelley Johnson as she talks with you about all things work!Formerly my millennial career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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