95: Google's onboarding, moonlighting, TikTok Therapists, PLUS how to work with your partner: This Week In Work 7th May 2024

Well here it is - the latest episode of "Truth, Lies, and Work," where hosts Leanne and Al Elliott unpack the dynamics of the workplace with humour and insight. This episode dives into several hot topics, including the latest TikTok trends in therapy, Google's efficient onboarding process, and the benefits of moonlighting for employee engagement. In This Episode: Therapy Talk on TikTok: Leanne discusses how therapists are using TikTok to share quick mental health tips, while Al reflects on the personal and public implications of finding your therapist online. Google's Onboarding Secrets: Al shares insights from an Inc Magazine article on Google’s five simple onboarding tips that help new hires integrate faster. Moonlighting as a Trend: The hosts explore the controversial yet increasingly popular practice of moonlighting, discussing its potential to enhance skills and job satisfaction. Special Segments: Weekly Workplace Surgery: Leanne answers listener questions about workplace challenges, providing practical advice with her expert knowledge. Co-founder Couple Insights: Leanne and Al share personal lessons and tips from their experience working together as a married co-founder couple. Episode Highlights: Celebrating personal milestones and the dynamics of working with your spouse. Engaging discussions on whether therapists should share advice on social media. Practical advice for companies on how to better integrate new employees. Listener Q&A that addresses real-time workplace dilemmas. Tune in for a relaxed yet educational discussion on these topics and more, packed with anecdotes and laughter, making complex issues accessible and engaging. General Support with Mental Health and Well-being If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful. Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/ If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World) Connect with Al and Leanne Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/ Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/ Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne Email: Hello@truthliesandwork.com Book a Call with Al & Leanne: https://oblonghq.com/book/

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Truth, Lies & Work is the award-winning podcast where behavioural science meets workplace culture. Hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott, the show has reached #2 in the UK Business Podcast Charts and consistently ranks as a Top 10 trending business podcast globally. With a unique blend of evidence-based insight and lived experience, Leanne and Al simplify the science of people and culture to help leaders attract, engage, and retain great talent. Episodes drop twice a week. Tuesdays feature a global people and culture news round-up, a hot take from an emerging or established voice, and the world-famous Workplace Surgery—where Leanne answers real listener questions with practical advice. Thursdays dive deeper with expert guests from across the business and psychology worlds, sharing fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Whether you're scaling a startup or leading a large team, Truth, Lies & Work delivers the tools, thinking, and inspiration to build thriving, toxic-free workplaces that prioritise well-being and drive sustainable growth. Also, the hosts are married—so expect unfiltered honesty, occasional banter, and a real-life lens on work and life.