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The Why You Podcast is a safe space to jam about all things careers. Your hosts Laura and Fi, are passionate 'people people' and will break down topics to provide practical tips to navigate your career. Topics include how to answer the question 'Why should we hire you?' (the namesake of the podcast), working with difficult personalities, burnout, networking, imposter syndrome, interviewing - and so much more!
New episodes will be released fortnightly, ready for your commute / walk / sit / run - we don't judge.
New episodes will be released fortnightly, ready for your commute / walk / sit / run - we don't judge.
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Series eight is all about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in the workplace.In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of the future of DEIB and what's next. Specifically: Intersectionality Mental health and mental load Embracing DEIB with generative AI and technology Improving accessibilityCredits: Cover Art by Laura Manescu Music by Purple Planet Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.comThis show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series eight is all about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in the workplace.In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of allyship and how everyone can work towards building more inclusive workplaces.Specifically:What is Allyship and what are Active Bystanders?What Performative Allyship looks likeWhat we can do to be great allies and help build more inclusive workplacesCredits:Cover Art by Laura ManescuMusic by Purple PlanetContact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.comThis show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series eight is all about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in the workplace.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of identifying unconscious bias and reflecting on our own privilege.
Specifically:
What is bias and what is privilege?
How bias and privilege impact underrepresented groups
Types of unconscious bias in the workplace and what they look / sound like
What we can do to reduce the impacts of unconscious bias and build more inclusive workplaces
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series eight is all about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) in the workplace.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of identifying inclusive workplaces and managers.
Specifically:
Identifying inclusive workplaces through representation in leadership, marketing, benefits and policies
Understanding culture through company review sites
Challenges with awards and certifications
Questions to ask during interviews about DEIB
Seeking out mentors and allyship at work
What to do when your manager makes you feel psychologically unsafe
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series eight is all about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the workplace.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of defining Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
Specifically:
What is Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)?
Intersectionality and underrepresented groups
Neurodiversity in the workplace
Mental health and creating safer workplaces
Promoting equity in the performance process
Addressing the gender pay gap
Resources:
Illustrating equity: https://www.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity/education-training/self-guided-learning/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-101
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series seven is all about rethinking your personal brand.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of using LinkedIn to build your network and your brand.
Specifically:
Connecting on LinkedIn and connection messages
Posting to build your brand on LinkedIn
Job hunting on LinkedIn
Following thought leaders in your industry
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series seven is all about rethinking your personal brand.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of updating your LinkedIn profile for maximum impact.
Specifically:
Photos and banners
Tagline
Settings and content creator mode
Summary / about section
Career experience section
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series seven is all about rethinking your personal brand.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of navigating ethical dilemmas and staying true to your brand.
Specifically:
Examples of ethical dilemmas at work
Ethics framework recap
Reddit deep dive! Your career questions answered
Recognising when an environment isn't aligned with your values and brand
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series seven is all about rethinking your personal brand.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of advocating for yourself without the cringe.
Specifically:
Situations at work where it's important to advocate for yourself
Acknowledging and facing into the cringe factor
Creating a culture of recognition
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series seven is all about rethinking your personal brand.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of how to define your personal brand.
Specifically:
What is personal brand and why does it matter
Reflection questions to ask yourself
Dress code and showing up as yourself in the workplace
Personal brand in different settings
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series six is all about work / life balance.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of regaining your work / life balance, especially after burning out. Specifically:
Normalising being out of balance
Practical ways to re-energise
Asking for help
Resources:
Australian Government contacts and initiatives: https://www.health.gov.au/topics/mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/what-were-doing-about-mental-health
Beyond Blue resources: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/resource-library
Black Dog Institute resources: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/
R U OK? resources: https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series six is all about work / life balance.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of managing your time effectively at work. Specifically:
Prioritisation frameworks
Technology that can save you time
How accessibility tools have the power to help us all
Show content:
Read more about Dermot Crowley's work and productivity training at: https://adaptproductivity.com.au/
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series six is all about work / life balance.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of setting boundaries at work to maintain work / life balance. Specifically:
1. Examples of boundaries at work
2. Supporting team boundaries and navigating timezones
3. Discussing 2024 Right to Disconnect legislation
Show content:
Read more about the Right to Disconnect: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/workplace-laws/legislation-changes/closing-loopholes/right-to-disconnect
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series six is all about work / life balance.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of maintaining balance when working remotely. Specifically:
1. Setting up remote work your environment
2. Making the most of the 'third space'
3. Life activities pre, post and during your work day
4. Breaks, meals, exercises and things that help our podcast contributors maintain balance
Show content:
Thank you to our voice note contributors: Cath, Claire and Aaron.
Read more about Dr Adam Fraser's concept 'The Third Space': https://dradamfraser.com/speaking-content/the-third-space
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series six is all about work / life balance.
In this episode, Fi & Laura get into the topic of balancing work and life. Specifically:
1. Does work / life balance exist?
2. What does it feel like to be in or out of balance?
3. Staying balanced in different roles in the workplace e.g. caregiving, parenting
Show content:
Read more about the Right to Disconnect: https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/workplace-laws/legislation-changes/closing-loopholes/right-to-disconnect
Read more about Mercer's Global Talent Trends Report including wellbeing trends here: https://www.mercer.com/en-au/insights/people-strategy/future-of-work/global-talent-trends/
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series five is all about common interview questions to help you prepare for interviews.
In this episode, Fi & Laura explore examples of technology and AI you can use to help you prepare for interviews. Specifically:
1. The rise of Generative AI and technology to aid interview preparation
2. Reflections on free tools: 1) Interview Warmup, 2) Interviews by AI, 3) Wizco, 4) ChatGPT and 5) Final Round AI
3. Hallucinations, bias and accessibility
Show content:
Interview Warmup: https://grow.google/certificates/interview-warmup/
Interviews by AI: https://interviewsby.ai/
Wizco: https://www.wizco.io/
ChatGPT: https://openai.com/chatgpt/
Final Round AI: https://www.finalroundai.com/
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series five is all about common interview questions to help you prepare for interviews.
In this episode, Fi & Laura break down how to answer the question: "Do you have any questions for us?" and how to wrap up an interview. Specifically:
1. The golden rule: always ask something
2. Examples of questions to ask your interviewer
3. Asking follow up questions after the interview
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series five is all about common interview questions to help you prepare for interviews.
In this episode, Fi & Laura break down how to answer the question: "Tell us about a time you navigated difficult stakeholders" or "Tell us about a time you brought stakeholders with competing interests together". Specifically:
1. What this question might sound like in an interview
2. What the interviewer is looking for when asking this question
3. Examples of how to respond
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series five is all about common interview questions to help you prepare for interviews.
In this episode, Fi & Laura break down how to answer the question: "Tell us about a time you overcame a challenge" or "Tell us about a time you made a mistake and how you responded". Specifically:
1. What this question might sound like in an interview
2. What the interviewer is looking for when asking this question
3. Examples of how to respond
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
Series five is all about common interview questions to help you prepare for interviews.
Series one covered our namesake "why should we hire you?" (Why You), but what about the rest!
In this episode, Fi & Laura break down how to answer the question: "Tell us about a trend in the industry" or "Tell us what you know about this industry". Specifically:
1. What this question might sound like in an interview
2. What the interviewer is looking for when asking this question
3. Examples of how to respond
Credits:
Cover Art by Laura Manescu
Music by Purple Planet
Contact Us: thewhyyoupodcast@gmail.com
This show was recorded on beautiful Cammeraygal Country and Wangal Country. We pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land and their Elders past and present.
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