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Office Hours With Sohan & Hameda
Office Hours With Sohan & Hameda
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Where career talk meets real talk. Join work besties Sohan and Hameda as they unpack workplace dilemmas, share career hacks, and sprinkle in plenty of laughs to help you crush your career without losing yourself along the way.
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Imposter syndrome doesn’t go away — it just evolves. In this episode, we share practical, real-world tips to manage self-doubt, own your seat at the table, and stop apologising for existing at work.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Workplaces aren't always a level playing field. In this special International Women's Day episode, we explore performative programmes, bias, fairness, and what real justice and support look like at work.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Is working from home helping your life — but quietly hurting your career? Sohan and Hameda unpack promotions, visibility, boundaries, office space drama, and the real politics of hybrid work.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Are your work besties actually your friends… or just friends of convenience? Sohan and Hameda dive into loyalty, boundaries, workplace drama, and the risks that come with getting too close at work.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Feeling stuck, burnt out, or quietly dreaming about something new? We unpack the real signs it’s time to pivot — and how to change careers without losing yourself (or your stability).Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Work isn’t always smooth sailing. From AI ethics to credit-stealing bosses and coworker conflict, we unpack the dilemmas that make office life complicated. Here’s how to protect your reputation, navigate drama, and stay career-smart when things get messy.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We put your wildest workplace dilemmas straight to an award-winning HR leader and HOYTS Chief People Officer, Jodi Paton. From pay gaps to hygiene conversations to meeting overload, nothing is off limits.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Ever wondered what HR actually thinks when things go wrong at work? We sit down with HOYTS Chief People Officer, Jodi Paton, to unpack how HR really works, what they care about, and how to use HR as support, not something to fear.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Work chats can get awkward fast. In this episode, we unpack how to handle uncomfortable conversations, set boundaries, and speak up at work without making things messier than they need to be.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Bad managers don’t usually think they’re bad. With our ex-manager and leadership expert Julia Willing, we explore the blind spots, behaviours, and power dynamics that turn good intentions into toxic workplaces.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Microwaves, tea, snacks, ink cartridges...nothing is safe. This week we dive into real workplace theft stories and unpack the ethics, awkwardness, and absolute chaos behind what people take (and why).Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Personality hires: lovable icons or workplace liabilities? In this episode, Sohan and Hameda sit down with Jackson Langford to unpack what a “personality hire” actually is, how culture fits get chosen, and why being the fun one at work isn’t always what it seems.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Your first office party can make or break your reputation. Sohan and Hameda share their real stories, biggest lessons, and the unspoken rules no one tells you before your first work event.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The holidays at work aren’t always festive. Sometimes they’re full of guilt, pressure, and emotional labour. Sohan and Hameda unpack messy dilemmas around end-of-year obligations, awkward invites, and saying no without feeling bad.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Performance reviews don’t have to be terrifying. Sohan and Hameda share the mindset shifts, prep hacks, and talking points that actually make reviews work for you – from tracking your wins to asking for growth with confidence. Whether you’re gunning for a promotion or just trying to survive the chat, this one’s your cheat sheet.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Work besties can be magic — or messy. Sohan and Hameda sit down with their Gen Z work twins, Georgia and Eden, to unpack the blurred lines between friends and coworkers, and whether Gen Z wants the same work life that millennials built — or something completely different.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Mistakes feel catastrophic when you’re early in your career, but most of them aren’t career-ending. In this episode, we unpack workplace dilemmas and teach you how to recover with grace, fix it fast, and protect your reputation.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Landing your first job can feel impossible – but we’ve been there. In this episode, Sohan and Hameda share insider tips from both sides of the hiring table, from applying early to standing out in your interview (and what NOT to do with ChatGPT).Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Former BuzzFeed Australia producer Tom Scott joins Office Hours to share his BuzzFeed origin story. He tells us how he built a creative career by staying curious, embracing cringe, and saying yes to new ideas before anyone else. Tom reflects on the lessons, pivots, and “flops before you fly” moments that shaped his career today.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Two very different career journeys – one through college, one through university – and the same question: Does a degree still matter? Sohan and Hameda unpack real career stories, privilege, and whether experience is the real key to success.Have a workplace dilemma you want us to unpack? Email us officehours@valmorgan.com.au or submit anonymously.Follow Office Hours Podcast on Instagram and TikTok: @officehoursbfFollow Sohan on Instagram and TikTok: @sohanjudgeFollow Hameda on Instagram and TikTok: @itshamedaVal Morgan Digital acknowledges the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land where this podcast is filmed. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.




