This week’s dilemma:
“I’m the breadwinner now and it’s changed everything.”
In this minisode, we respond to a letter from Georgia, who’s climbed the ladder in her career and doubled her salary but now feels like her marriage is quietly cracking under the pressure.
Her wife is a brilliant teacher who once earned a similar amount, but a missed promotion and growing income gap have altered their dynamic. Now, pride, resentment and silence are creeping into the spaces where ease and equality used to live.
We talk about how money intersects with power, identity, and partnership and what happens when success brings more than just a bigger paycheck. If you’ve ever wrestled with the emotional weight of being “the one who’s thriving” this one’s for you.
There’s no neat fix but there is honesty, empathy, and a reminder that love and ambition don’t have to compete.
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This week’s dilemma:
“I’ve matured but they still treat me the same.”
In this minisode, we respond to Lauren. She’s a thoughtful listener who’s grown significantly in her role but keeps getting cast in her company’s origin story version of herself.
She’s no longer the nervous grad she once was. She’s led big projects, found her voice and earned her place. But one senior colleague can’t seem to see past her early years and she’s worried his outdated view is colouring how others perceive her too.
We talk about what it takes to shed an old skin at work, the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways power shapes perception and how to update your narrative without sounding self-important.
If you’ve ever outgrown a role, a label or a version of yourself that others just won’t let go of, this one’s for you.
Useful resource:
Own Your Brilliance is a self-paced course designed to help you speak up, stand out and self-advocate with confidence. It’s ideal if you’re ready to shift how others see you without second-guessing every word. Explore it here.
Got a work dilemma?
There’s one more slot left for us to help you with your dilemmas this season. So if you have a burning issue you want help answering, send yours to dilemma@thisisworkwell.com - anonymous, always.
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This week’s dilemma:
“I like working from home but I’m lonely.”
In this minisode, we hear from Aisha, who loves the flexibility of hybrid working but misses the spontaneous connection of office life.
She’s not in crisis or struggling with the work itself. But she feels increasingly isolated and is realising, maybe too late, how much of her social life used to come from office small talk, midweek coffees and the energy of simply being around people.
We talk about the difference between freedom and connection, the hidden costs of remote work and what to do when your workday feels productive but your week feels a bit empty.
If working from home has started to feel like living at work, this one’s for you.
Useful resource
Build Your Guild is a reflective workbook to help you reassess and reimagine the people around you. Whether you're craving deeper connections, feeling out of sync with old circles or ready to build a more aligned support system, this one’s for you. Explore it here.
Got a work dilemma?
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This week’s dilemma:
“I low-key love office gossip.”
In this minisode, we respond to a message from Kemi, a few years into her career, who’s built real workplace friendships through casual gossip. It helped her feel like she belonged. But now? She's not so sure.
What started as innocent connection now feels a little icky. She’s questioning her motives, her boundaries and whether gossip is costing her credibility at work.
We talk about the difference between bonding and boundary-crossing, how to avoid being labelled ‘that’ person and what to do when the tea feels good but might come with consequences.
If you’ve ever gotten swept up in the mess (and liked it) this one’s for you.
Got a work dilemma?
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This week’s dilemma:
“Do I really need to network to move forward?”
In this minisode, we respond to a heartfelt letter from Marcus - a thoughtful, introverted team leader who’s spent years focusing on doing great work behind the scenes. But now, as he looks to progress into senior leadership, the same feedback keeps popping up: “You need to be more visible”.
He wants to grow. He wants to lead. But he doesn’t want to become someone he’s not. So how do you build relationships, raise your profile, and step into the spotlight without feeling like you’re faking it?
If the word “networking” makes you shudder, this one’s for you.
Useful resource:
Own Your Brilliance is a self-paced course to help you build real visibility and self-advocacy, without selling your soul. Whether you're gunning for progression or just tired of being overlooked, it's about showing up with confidence and clarity on your terms. Explore it here.
Got a work dilemma?
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This week’s dilemma:
"I’m scared to slow down."
In this minisode, we respond to a message from Abbie, who’s found herself longing for a slower, more spacious life but every time she tries to rest, she panics.
She’s tired of the hustle, the striving, the constant pressure to be productive. But guilt creeps in whenever she tries to stop. Even a quiet moment feels like falling behind.
We talk about why rest feels so scary for high performers, how to recognise internalised productivity pressure and what it really means to opt out of the fast lane without losing your ambition or sense of self.
If you’ve ever struggled to sit still, say no, or give yourself a break, this one’s for you.
Useful resources:
The Rest Reset is a guided audio course designed to help you reclaim rest on your own terms. It’s short, practical and designed for busy brains. Whether you're on the edge of burnout or just want to slow down without losing momentum, The Rest Reset offers tools and insights to help you stop running on empty. Explore it here.
Got a work dilemma?
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This week’s dilemma:
"I’m good at my job but I kind of hate it."
In this minisode, we respond to a message from Katie, who’s in a well-paid, well-respected tech role and completely disconnected from it.
She’s not being mistreated. She’s not underpaid. But she’s stuck in a loop of Sunday dread, weekday detachment and a creeping sense of hollowness. Is she burnt out? Bored? Ungrateful? Or just human?
We talk about what to do when your job looks “good on paper” but feels bad in your body. And how to tell the difference between a rough patch and a deeper misalignment.
If you’ve ever found yourself asking “Is this it?”, this one’s for you.
Useful resource:
The Work Rewrite is a short self-paced course to help you reconnect with meaning, motivation and direction in your working life. Whether you're staying put or planning a change, it's a space to figure out what truly matters. Explore it here.
Got a work dilemma?
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Trailer: The Dilemma Season Is Here
We’re back. And we’re tackling the messy, murky, beautifully human stuff one dilemma at a time.
In this special season of UN/DO, Dulcie and Yemisi respond to letters from listeners navigating life, work, love, ambition, identity and everything in between.
Episodes drop every Monday and Thursday starting next week.
Got a dilemma of your own? Email us at dilemma@thisisworkwell.com
Promotions aren’t everything but if they’re on your radar, this one’s for you. We close out Summer School with a grounded look at career progression. From getting clear on your impact to building internal advocates, this episode helps you make an honest, powerful case for what’s next without the burnout or the BS.
Struggle with self-advocacy?
Explore the full Own Your Brilliance course: https://www.thisisworkwell.com/brilliance
Summer School listeners get an extra 10% off with code SUMMEROYB
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Strategic thinking as a leadership habit, not a calendar slot. This episode explores how to think more strategically by making space, asking better questions, and building your big-picture mindset. Whether you’re leading a team or managing yourself, this one’s about working on your role, not just in it.
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Are your rhythms at work aligned with what you say matters, or are they just… noise? In this episode, we dive into calendars, dashboards, and check-ins to figure out whether your day-to-day is supporting your big-picture goals or quietly sabotaging them.
Learn how to run better meetings, track meaningful metrics, and create working systems that reflect your values.
Want to design rhythms that energise instead of exhaust? I run team sessions on strategic leadership, operational design, and meaningful measurement. Find out more at https://www.thisisworkwell.com/workwithus
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Welcome to the IT phase of Summer School, where systems, strategy, and scale take centre stage. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the hardest skills in leadership: delegation.
We break down why letting go is more than just a productivity trick, it’s an act of leadership. You’ll learn how to delegate without dumping, use the situational leadership model to tailor your approach, and build trust without micromanaging.
If you're stepping into leadership, or want to lead better, I offer training on delegation, time management, and scaling sustainably. Explore more at https://www.thisisworkwell.com/workwithus
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People-pleasing is exhausting. And it won’t get you promoted. In this episode, we talk about the likeability trap - especially for women and underrepresented groups - and how to lead with kindness, not people-pleasing. Because being respected > being liked.
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Empathy isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s essential. But it doesn’t mean being a doormat. In this episode, we explore how to lead with heart and humanity, even when the pressure’s on. From communication and conflict to bias and belonging, this one’s for anyone who wants to be a better human at work.
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The best feedback doesn’t bruise, it builds. In this episode, we break down what it really means to give and receive feedback that helps people grow. We’ll cover why it’s so hard, how to do it well, and what changes when you create a culture of clarity, care, and accountability.
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You don’t have to shout to be seen. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt awkward about self-promotion and is ready to show up without selling out. Because real visibility isn’t about performance. It’s about truth.
Want to own your wins without cringing?
Start the Own Your Brilliance course today: https://www.thisisworkwell.com/brilliance
Summer School listeners get 10% off with code SUMMEROYB
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Leadership starts with you, and there’s no title required. This episode explores how to lead yourself with clarity, consistency, and care, so you can build the kind of inner trust that lasts longer than any job title.
Links & resources:
Try the free taster of The Work Rewrite on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Want to design work that works for you?
Get the full 30-day audio course: https://www.thisisworkwell.com/workrewrite
Summer School listeners get an extra 10% off with code SUMMERWORK
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Burnout isn’t a badge of honour. In this episode, we unpick the toxic link between overworking and identity, and explore what it means to actually work well, because exhaustion doesn’t equal excellence.
Links & resources:
Try the free taster of The Work Rewrite on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Ready to work more sustainably?
Get the full 30-day audio course: https://www.thisisworkwell.com/workrewrite
Summer School listeners get an extra 10% off with code SUMMERWORK
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Welcome to the UN/DO Summer School, WorkWell style. This bonus series is here to help you unlearn what’s holding you back and do the work that really matters. Each week we’ll take a common workplace struggle and turn it into something useful, human and real.
Links & resources:
Learn more about WorkWell: www.thisisworkwell.com
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Welcome to UN/DO - the podcast where we rethink work, rest, and play. Hosted by Dulcie and Yemisi, this season is all about unlearning the rules we’ve been handed and doing life on our terms. If you’re done shrinking, settling, or running on fumes…you’re in the right place.
In this final episode of Season 2, we’re talking about something that sounds simple, until it’s you: visibility. Whether it’s speaking up, sharing your work, or letting yourself be known, showing up can feel terrifying. Especially if you’ve been taught that being visible means being judged, reduced, or misunderstood.
But you don’t have to be fearless to be seen. You just have to be honest. And today, we’re digging into what it really means to show up, not when you’re perfect, but now.
In this episode:
Why we shrink ourselves and what it costs us
The myths we’ve been sold about confidence and readiness
The Spotlight Effect and why people aren’t watching you as closely as you think
What Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s story teaches us about visibility and fear
Our signature UN/DO practice - one thing to unlearn, one thing to do differently
Books mentioned:
Presence by Amy Cuddy
Feck Perfuction by James Victore
Brave, Not Perfect by Reshma Saujani
Explore these and more in The WorkWell Library - https://www.thisisworkwell.com/library
Got a work dilemma?
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