Happier At Work®

Are you ready to rethink talent management for a happier, more effective workplace?

In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O’Brien is joined by Sophie Taylor, a global talent leader with a background in psychology and HR, currently at PAR Technologies. Sophie shares her dynamic journey across industries, from healthcare to manufacturing, and reveals how her experiences have shaped her holistic, people-focused approach...

What does it really take to create a positive and thriving workplace culture?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien dives deep into the core elements that foster happier, more engaged teams. Drawing on both research and real-world experience, Aoife shares the foundational framework of her forthcoming business book, currently titled "Thriving Talent." She explores how factors like psychological safet...

Are you ready to reimagine the future of work in an age of tech disruption?

In this week’s episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien sits down with Josh Drean, co-founder of the Work3 Institute, Harvard Business Review Press author, and employee experience design expert. Together, they dive deep into why the traditional employment contract is failing today’s workforce and how emerging technologies like AI, smart con...

Are you struggling to manage underperformance on your team?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien dives into the challenging topic of dealing with underperformers in the workplace. Drawing on her experiences as a career and culture strategist, Aoife unpacks the reasons why underperformance happens, how it impacts you as a leader or teammate, and the practical steps you can take to address it compass...

How can embracing neurodiversity create a happier, more successful workplace?

In this thought-provoking episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien is joined by Tatiana Ryan, a passionate neurodiversity advocate and accomplished pharma professional. They had an insightful discussion about ADHD, neurodivergence, and thriving at work. Tatiana shares her personal journey from receiving an adult ADHD diagnosis to finding ...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by busyness and constant demands at work?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien tackles the all-too-common issue of being perpetually busy: Why it happens, the impact it has on our personal and professional lives, and most importantly, what actionable steps we can take to reclaim our time and energy. Aoife openly shares her own struggles with busyness, explores the cultur...

How can you build stronger human connections at work and lift your team out of the awkward zone?

In this thought-provoking episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O’Brien is joined by Jen Marr, author, researcher, and expert on supportive workplace cultures. They explore the essential human skills that leaders need in today’s rapidly changing, tech-driven world. Drawing from her rich personal and professional journey, Jen shar...

Are you unintentionally holding your team back?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien dives deep into her newly developed framework for understanding leadership blind spots through eight distinctive Leadership Archetypes. Drawing from years of leadership research and firsthand experience, Aoife explores how values alignment, needs satisfaction, and individual strengths impact team performance and en...

Are your workplace connections making your team thrive, or driving disengagement?

In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, Aoife O’Brien welcomes Dr. Zach Mercurio back for a powerful conversation on the workplace “mattering deficit” and how creating a true sense of significance can transform teams. Drawing on the latest research, including worrying trends of record-low employee engagement and the global loneliness epidemic, ...

How can you get the most from one-to-one meetings at work?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien, career and culture strategist for busy global leaders, dives deep into the secret to running effective, meaningful one-to-one meetings. Drawing on her own experiences, both positive and negative, Aoife explores why so many one-to-ones fall flat and how this underutilised tool can drive productivity, eng...

How can you discover resilience at work, and improve how your organisation can build it effectively?

In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien sits down with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier, psychologist, executive coach, and author, to explore the concept of resilience in the workplace. Marie-Helene shares her unique journey, blending psychology and business, and reveals why resilience, not just mental health, r...

How can you manage your career strategically?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O’Brien introduces the “Know, Show, Grow” framework, an actionable approach to managing your career strategically. Drawing on her wealth of experience as a career and culture strategist, Aoife breaks down the essential steps to understanding your values, strengths, needs, and how to showcase your achievements with confidence...

Do you want to understand how drivers and personal differences can help resolve conflict at work?

In this engaging episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I sat down with Jason P Carroll to explore how understanding psychometrics can revolutionise team dynamics and enhance leadership effectiveness. Jason, a tech entrepreneur and founder of ActiveIndex, delves into his own personal journey from the tech industry to psychometrics and ...

Do you struggle to give feedback without feeling uncomfortable or worrying you'll offend someone?

In this solo episode, Aoife O'Brien delves into the all-too-common challenges around giving effective feedback in the workplace. Drawing from personal experience, audience insights, and research, she looks at why feedback can feel daunting, why it's crucial for growth, and, most importantly, how to deliver feedback that actually drives ...

Do you want to se  ek out purpose at work so you can find true happiness?

In the latest episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I sat down with Rumana Shaikh, a senior customer success manager at HubSpot. With a rich background spanning statistical analysis, entrepreneurial ventures, and tech-driven roles, Rumana shared her fascinating career journey and delved into how intuition and a quest for learning have guided her profess...

Are there limitations to the wellbeing at work ideology?

In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I take a deep dive into the concept of wellbeing in the workplace, challenging the idea that it’s merely a box-ticking exercise. I discuss the Happier at Work framework, which forms the foundation of my upcoming book, and explore how this comprehensive approach can be applied to truly enhance workplace wellbeing.

I explore the com...

Are you missing those behind-the-scenes insights that used to drop each week? Wondering where the Happier at Work®bonus episodes have disappeared to?

In this short solo episode, Aoife shares an exciting update about how to access the exclusive bonus episodes going forward—and why they’ve moved to a private podcast feed. You’ll learn what to expect when you sign up, how the bonus content deepens your experience of...

Do you want to transform your workplace for greater productivity and wellbeing?

In this episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I sat down with Brandon Laws, Vice President of Marketing and Product at Xenium HR. We delve into the changing landscape of the HR profession and how businesses can adapt to the evolving needs of their employees. Brandon shares his journey from operations to leadership at Xenium, highlighting the importance...

How can you leverage AI use to enhance personal and professional life?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, I delve into the transformative impact of AI in my own business and personal life. Drawing on a year's experience with AI, particularly the paid version of ChatGPT, I share practical insights and tips on how AI can streamline content creation, adjust tone in professional communication, and provide technical sol...