S10 Ep 21: How to Be Good Enough at Work with Michael Skapinker

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The Business of Being Brilliant

Helen Beedham

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Organisational expert Helen Beedham explores the human side of work. She talks to business leaders, academics, authors and other experts about what’s helped them to work at their best and how we can create organisations where everyone can flourish. Tune in for some honest reflections, some wise advice and a host of practical suggestions to help you and your business succeed. Find the show notes at www.helenbeedham.com.

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S10 Ep 21: How to Be Good Enough at Work with Michael Skapinker

The Business of Being Brilliant

30 minutes 42 seconds

4 weeks ago

S10 Ep 21: How to Be Good Enough at Work with Michael Skapinker

Can the secret to thriving at work be about being “good enough” rather than exceptional? In this episode, Helen Beedham sits down with award-winning journalist, careers counsellor, and Financial Times contributor Michael Skapinker to unravel why letting go of perfectionism could be transformational for managers and teams. Together, they explore the parallels between parenting and leadership, and offer practical advice for creating healthier, more empowered workplaces.

Helen and Michael chat about:

⭐️ Why the “good enough” approach borrowed from parenting psychology is not about doing the bare minimum, but creating a certain environment

⭐️ How family dynamics and early experiences shape the way we lead, and respond to leaders, at work

⭐️ The surprising loneliness and anxiety that managers often face, and what helps to lessen this

⭐️ The 2 must-have leadership tools that spark deeper conversations, surface challenges and help people feel genuinely heard.

⭐️ 3 things managers can put into practice that will help their teams flourish.

About Michael Skapinker:

Michael Skapinker is a careers counsellor, leadership educator and contributing editor at the Financial Times, where he was a reporter, senior editor and award-winning columnist for 34 years. He is the author of the book: "Inside the Leaders' Club: How top companies deal with pressing business issues".

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