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I started my career like many people do: in an entry level role making around $35K a year, was the first to arrive and last to leave, putting a 110% into my job…But it wasn’t enough. I was consistently being passed up for promotions and realized I was being underpaid compared to my colleagues. I knew that in order to get ahead in my career and be able to make the money I wanted… to support the lifestyle I wanted…something had to change. So, I started investing in myself. I worked with a care ...
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From Gossip to Growth | Eradicate Workplace Gossip

Rika Whelan | Workplace Gossip Strategist

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Is gossip rampant in your department, organisation or company? Have you tried multiple different strategies like: -> Speaking to your team, -> Trying to get them on board with not gossiping, -> Organising workplace culture training -> Inspirational talks -> Professional development -> Words of encouragement and/or -> sending out famous quotes about the importance of workplace culture and the environment at work. I’ve been there before! I started as the gossiper, following the ’unwritten rule ...
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Sant Rampal Ji Satsang on Sikhism The light has come to clear the darkness about the Supreme God, the father of all souls, which we address as immortal and almighty god. The secret information about supreme God has been showcased via this article, and the information has been taken from the holy book, "Shri Guru Granth Sahib" (Sikhism). Here is a list of some important questions about Sikhism or Sikh religion, which you must know. ■ What is Sikhism? (Brief History & Information about Sikh Re ...
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Hi there Today marks the last episode of the From Gossip to Growth podcast. I've made the difficult decision to discontinue the podcast as of 1 August 2024, to focus on my other podcast, Women of Faith in Leadership. I share more in the podcast episode itself. Please stay in touch! Come and listen to the Women of Faith in Leadership Podcast: https:…
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In this episode, I discuss the 6 C's of workplace culture. Communication Collaboration Clarity Consistency Camaraderie Caring Listen, as I give practical examples and tips on how you can manage and implement each of these 6 C's Free Diagnostic Tool Take our free Organisational Gap Analysis today and identify the gaps in your organisation and leader…
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Creating a feedback culture is important because we want to create teams that fail forward, learn from their mistakes and then improve their performance due to feedback. If your team gets defensive when you provide feedback, then you know you have a feedback problem. Let's get to work! Here are 5 ways that you can create a feedback culture (listen …
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“I never thought that the teachers would gossip more than the teenage students” Meet Mike McQuillan: Mike McQuillan moved from New York, USA to Lima, Peru to teach English as a foreign language. Mike describes the last institute where he taught as a golden palace built on top of a toxic swamp. The systems worked, and the people were great, but the …
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What should you do when one of your employees are not actually the problem at work, but rather a fellow leader or even your line manager or 2-up? In this episode, I'll discuss my first-hand experience of dealing with a situation like this with you and suggest some ways that you can go about solving this problem. Being in a leadership role can be to…
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Download the show notes here In this episode, I’ll be running you through Bruce Tuckman's 5 Stages of Team Development. Let’s see if you can identify which your team is in… Why is it that some teams in your organisation get along so well and constantly meet their goals but others don’t? A couple of years ago, it all clicked when I learnt about Bruc…
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Podcast announcement! Listen to the end for a special announcement! Today, we have our first guest on the show - Brandon Gano! Brandon is a visionary entrepreneur who turned frustration into a successful business, which he built, franchised, and later sold for a significant profit. Now, with his business partner and friend Sean Delaney, he's pionee…
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Welcome to Part 2 of our series 10 ways to build gossip-resilient teams. If you haven't, listen to episode 14, where we covered ways 1-5. In this episode, we'll be covering ways 6-10. 6. Training and Education: Provide regular training to your team about growth mindset, the importance of a positive workplace culture, how to create a positive workpl…
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Come and learn the strategies you must implement to ensure your teams don't gossip. In this 2-part series, I'll be sharing 10 ways that you can build gossip-resilient teams: Understanding the Impact of Gossip: Have discussions with your team about the impact of gossip on the team, individuals and the organisation as a whole. Human Resources, Financ…
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How can you ensure that new employees don’t gossip? Imagine this: you have a completely gossip-free environment, a positive company culture, and great team communication, and then… a new employee comes along and ruins it. Within weeks of them starting in your department/organisation, you notice a drastic decline in team morale, there’s misunderstan…
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By now, It’s no secret that I feel passionate about eradicating gossip in your workplace. Today, I want to talk to you about the 10 ways that gossip will harm your organisation. A: Workplace Environment Let’s start by looking at this from a workplace environment perspective: 1. It will cause a toxic work environment - which can lead to fixed mindse…
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Gossip can have some really devastating and damaging consequences for the person who is being gossiped about. In this episode, I discuss 7 devastating consequences workplace gossip can have on the individuals being gossiped about. Damage to Reputation: Gossip can tarnish an individual's reputation, leading to personal and professional setbacks. Ero…
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I've often been asked what is the difference between Office Chatter and Gossip. Let's define each of the terms: Office Chatter: Office chatter refers to casual and often light conversations that take place in the workplace. It includes discussions about work-related matters, general news, and even personal topics that aren't meant to be harmful or …
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In this episode, I'll be delving into 5 myths/limiting beliefs about workplace gossip that might be holding you back from dealing with workplace gossip. Grab a notebook and pen and let's bust some myths! Myth 1: Workplace gossip is inevitable and happens in every workplace While it is true that workplace gossip can occur in many organisations, it i…
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Welcome to part 7 of the series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can fo…
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Welcome to part 6 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Welcome to part 5 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Welcome to part 4 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Welcome to part 3 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Welcome to part 2 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Welcome to part 1 of a new series: 7 Steps to Eradicate Workplace Gossip. In this series, I'll take you through my unique 7-step framework on how you can successfully eradicate workplace gossip. SHOW NOTES Download the RESPECT Framework here and follow a long and grab a notebook and pen as I provide prompting questions in each episode that you can …
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Is gossip rampant in your department, organisation or company? Have you tried multiple different strategies like: Speaking to your team, Trying to get them on board with not gossiping, Organising workplace culture training Inspirational talks Professional development Words of encouragement and/or Sending out famous quotes about the importance of wo…
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Is gossip rampant in your department, organisation or company? Have you tried multiple different strategies like: Speaking to your team, Trying to get them on board with not gossiping, Organising workplace culture training Inspirational talks Professional development Words of encouragement and/or Sending out famous quotes about the importance of wo…
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When was the last time you took a look at your resume? Does your resume have everything it needs to sell yourself to recruiters or potential employers? In this episode, I will share how you can easily sell yourself n your resume and get the position you know you deserve. You’ll hear common mistakes that most job seekers make when writing their resu…
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A lot of job seekers can find themselves having confidence issues when their applications are ignored, they are being bypassed for promotions, or are not having positive feedback from job interviews. So how do you boost your confidence during a job interview or while applying for jobs? In this episode, I want to share why job seekers need to build …
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So you have a job offer, you just gave your two weeks' notice to your current employer, and then the company you are transferring to suddenly pulls back the job offer. What can you do about it? How do you avoid being in this situation? This scenario is so common and very possible in today’s market. And I want to share this episode and help you take…
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The year is about to close, everything is slowing down, and you may hear that many companies are doing layoffs or restructuring. And if you are a job seeker, you might think that this is not the best time to start job searching in today’s market. In this episode, Claudia shares why this season is the best time to job search, even with what has been…
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Micky, Em, Kris, and Grahame sit around the campfire for one last evening to talk about where their characters go next. ----This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them), Kris as Sabrina (she/her), and Grahame as Jett (xe/xir).We are playing Sleepaway by Jay Dragon and Possum Creek Studios, with elements fro…
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You may have heard that there is a looming recession and a possible freeze in hiring in most, if not all, industries. So how do you create or look for a recession-proof career in these uncertain times? In this episode, Claudia shares some of her best tips that will help you have a recession-proof career. She talks about the current events and how i…
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The next episode of Campfire is delayed while I finish editing it. Life just got in the way, but it's been recorded. We're also coming up on our Finale. So if you have questions about the Campfire Arc, feel free to email those to TheRoleLessTaken@gmail.com I also mentioned The Itch.io Creator Day bundle: https://itch.io/b/1500/july-creator-day-bund…
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Applying to jobs can be very frustrating, especially if you are only using the same job search sites like LinkedIn or Indeed. You’ll see a job opportunity only to find that it’s no longer available or it does not suit your needs. So, where else can you look for tech jobs for you? In this episode, Claudia shares her list of top job searching website…
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Do you feel confident enough when applying to jobs? Or do you find yourself skipping job opportunities because you don’t believe you are qualified for them? In this episode, Claudia shares her take on confidence while job searching and how you can improve your confidence as a job seeker. She shares the top mistakes most of her clients and job seeke…
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Divided in the Forest, the Counselors make new alliances, meet old enemies, and resolve old friendships.----CW: Abortion mention/Recent events (first minute of the episode)We also mention the following resources:National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF): https://donate.abortionfunds.org/give/324729/#!/donation/checkoutItch.io Bundle for Abortion Ri…
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When you hear job hopping, what comes to mind first? Do you consider yourself job hopping when you have moved from two or more positions or companies? As a coach, Claudia has heard candidates and clients talk about job hopping and how it affects their mindset during an interview. She talks about job hopping from the perspective of a job seeker and …
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In an interview, the question “tell me about yourself” will often, if not always, come up. So how do you answer this effectively and help you stand out from other candidates? In this episode, Claudia answers this important question and she shares the importance of this question for job seekers and employers. She shares the common mistakes that job …
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While Sabrina finishes filling Lucinda in on Sid's fate, the remaining kids wander off into the woods to investigate some extremely cool music. The Camp Counselors take off after them, but when Jett is separated from the group, xe must make a difficult choice.---- This episode starred Em as Shawn Ghast (they/them), Micky as Lumen Essence (they/them…
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So you’ve sent resumes to job opportunities you believe you qualify for, but you are not getting any responses and you are feeling frustrated. But what can be the reasons behind it? What can you do so you can get more responses? In this episode, Claudia will focus on how to get more responses during the initial phase of your job application. She sh…
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Do you feel like you are underearning in your career? How do you get over it? And what are the factors that may cause underearning? These questions are answered by a very special guest in this episode, Barbara Stanny Huson. Barbara is the leading authority on women, wealth, and power. As a bestselling author, financial therapist, teacher & wealth c…
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When switching careers, you might find yourself thinking you have to start from scratch. This can be overwhelming and you might find yourself asking if it is possible to switch without starting over. In this episode, Claudia shares how you can switch careers without having to start over. She shares the myths behind switching careers and what she ob…
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Four scavengers pick through the ruins of St. Louis' tangle, trying to find a legendary plant whose beans make an excellent morning pick-me-up. Along the way, the party gets split up. While Blade and Finn continue on the mission, Indie and Muggsy have to search for Roger, Indie's cat. Features Asa (he/him) and Alex (he/him) of Backwater games, as w…
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Is there a need to negotiate your salary after receiving a job offer? Are there other benefits that you can still negotiate after you receive a job offer? A lot of job seekers and employees stop negotiations after they receive a job offer, especially if the offer has met their expectations. In this episode, I will share my thoughts on why you shoul…
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One big question that job seekers and my clients would ask is, can I lose a job offer by negotiating salary? What if the company pulls back its offer when I negotiate my salary? I am a huge advocate of negotiating salary and I always recommend negotiating your salary. And in this episode, I will share my thoughts on companies that pull back offers …
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When looking for a job, what are the things you consider? How do you make sure that the job you are applying for will be the best opportunity for you? I get these questions when I talk to clients or job seekers who are seeking the next steps to take. And what I observed is that there are four common mistakes that job seekers fall for when looking f…
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What do you do first when searching for a new career or a higher job position? Do you focus on updating your resume, networking, directly finding jobs on job boards, or on career planning? This episode is inspired by a poll that I ran on LinkedIn, resulting in 23% saying career planning is the first thing to do. And I absolutely agree. Career plann…
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