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• Episode 19: The Cost of Judgement: How Fear Holds Us Back at Work

  What’s the impact of Judgement, both the fear of being judged and the quickness to judge others? In this episode, Rebecca and Diane discuss how judgement shows up at work, how it can quietly shape our confidence, and the effect it has on the way we relate to colleagues.Drawing on their coaching experience, they share personal stories about times they’ve felt judged, as well as the moments they’ve caught themselves judging others. They explore the subtle but important difference between being judged and simply feeling judged, and how both can influence performance, relationships, and self-belief.The conversation also brings in practical tools like the Johari Window, ways to build self-awareness, and simple techniques for challenging assumptions. These strategies can help you notice your own patterns and move past the Judgement trap.Here are the highlights:00:00 Introduction: Judgement, perception, and assumptions04:37 Overcoming Judgement in team dynamics09:20 Intrinsic motivation vs. external judgement12:16 The complex cycle of Judgement and perception15:37 Enhancing self-awareness through feedback17:58 Overcoming fear of JudgementConnect with us at Headflex:Email: [email protected]: www.headflex.co.ukInstagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1Produced by Winter Audio.

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• Ep 18: Embracing Growth Mindset: How to Transform Beliefs and Workplace Challenges

  What really happens when we shift from a fixed to a growth mindset? In this episode, Rebecca and Diane dig into the transformative power of adopting a growth mindset, exploring what it means, why it matters, and how our own beliefs and identities might be quietly holding us back.Inspired by Carol Dweck’s pioneering work, Diane and Rebecca share personal stories and real coaching scenarios to illustrate how fixed mindsets show up, often attached to our identities or familiar stories like “I’m not sporty” or “I can’t do maths.” They discuss practical ways to spot these patterns, gently challenge them, and start opening new doors of possibility, both at work and in our personal lives. You’ll hear candid examples of how small mindset shifts paired with effort, curiosity, and boundary-setting can unlock new experiences, professional opportunities, and a greater sense of achievement. The hosts also reflect on their own journey launching this very podcast, sharing how embracing discomfort and “walking through new doors” has shaped their growth and confidence.Listen in for self-coaching questions at the end designed to help you reflect, reframe, and actively develop your own growth mindset.Here are the highlights:00:00 Introduction: What is a growth mindset?01:19 The challenge of moving from fixed to growth and why it’s harder than it sounds04:07 How identities and beliefs shape fixed mindsets (with real-life stories)08:50 The role of effort and reframing when learning new skills10:54 Unlocking new opportunities by stepping out of familiar roles14:23 Breaking through workplace barriers—boundaries, possibility, and “opening new doors”16:49 Using visuals (doors and windows) to explore your own mindset19:22 Coaching isn’t always comfortable—but it unlocks real change19:36 Self-coaching questions to explore your own fixed and growth mindsetsConnect with us at Headflex: Email: [email protected]. Website: www.headflex.co.uk Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1Produced by Winter Audio.

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• Ep 17: How Paying Attention to your Energy at Work Boosts Performance

  What really fuels your best days at work and what drains you? In this episode, Rebecca and Diane are flexing on the essential topic of energy: why it matters, what impacts it, and how tuning into your energy can unlock better performance, resilience, and capacity.Drawing from their work with The Resilience Dynamic, Rebecca and Diane break down the four core types of energy physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual and share stories about how awareness and small intentional shifts can make a big difference. Listen in and get ready to flex your energy, so you can perform, lead, and live well.Here are the highlights: 00:00 Introduction: Why energy matters at work01:47 The four key types of energy explained04:19 How team dynamics can affect your energy06:28 Recognising energy dips and what you can do09:23 Learning to balance your personal energy mix12:05 Tracking, noticing, and managing your energy15:44 Breaking unhelpful habits that drain team energy18:18 Tools and strategies to recharge24:28 Self-coaching questions to boost your energy awareness About Rebecca & Diane:Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential. Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration. Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: [email protected]. Website: www.headflex.co.uk Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1Produced by Winter Audio.

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• Ep 16: How to Give and Get Constructive Feedback

  Why does feedback feel so awkward? Whether it’s giving it, getting it, or just figuring out what to say, many of us struggle. In this episode, we’re talking about the everyday reality of feedback at work. What gets in the way, why it matters, and how to make it feel a bit more natural.Join Rebecca and Diane as they unpack common myths, share practical tips, and explore how intent, timing, and culture all play a part. If you’ve ever struggled with a performance review, hesitated before complimenting a colleague, or wondered how to better support your team, this episode is packed with relatable stories, fresh perspectives, and actionable self-coaching questions to help you flex your feedback muscles.Here are the highlights:00:00 Introduction06:27 Why feedback should focus on behaviour, not personality08:34 Why we sometimes avoid the feedback we need13:26 Helping people know when they’re doing well15:44 Before you give feedback, think human first17:57 Tailored feedback for growth22:28 Feedback as a gift: when it helps and when it doesn’t26:54 Focus on positive reinforcementAbout Rebecca & Diane:Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential. Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration. Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: [email protected]. Website: www.headflex.co.uk Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1Produced by Winter Audio.

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• Ep 15: How to Stop the Impulse to ‘Rescue and Fix’

  Do you often have the impulse to jump in and "fix" someone else's problems, rather than truly listening?Why do we feel this urge to rescue? What does it cost us, and the people around us, when we swoop in with solutions and advice? In this show, we slow down, ask thoughtful questions, and explore new ways of showing up for ourselves and each other. Listen to this enlightening conversation with your hosts Rebecca and Diane to explore how listening can be more powerful than offering solutions.Here are the Highlights:00:00 Coaching involves allowing discomfort to promote growth.06:05 Assumptions often lead us to think others want solutions when they share problems, but it's crucial to ask explicitly how we can help.07:21 Leaders often assume their role is to give advice and solutions, but asking what others need can be more helpful.11:28 Dependence on rescuers stifles creativity, confidence, and motivation.14:10 Slow down to speed up; build self-awareness of rescuing behaviours and their impact on others.16:58 Embracing discomfort can reveal true emotions and clarity quickly.21:12 Reflect on some self-coaching questions.About Rebecca & Diane:Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential. Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration. Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: [email protected]. Website: www.headflex.co.uk Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1Produced by Winter Audio.

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