In a world of complexity, purpose at work is still the clearest path to resilience and results.

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Key Takeaways:

- Meaningful Work is Built on the Three Cs: Community, Contribution, and Challenge

- Small Moments Create Big Meaning: Leaders don’t need grand gestures to make work meaningful

- Meaning is Contagious—Start by Creating it for Others: One of the most effective ways to deepen your own sense of purpose is to help others find meaning in their work.

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

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Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
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In a world of complexity, purpose at work is still the clearest path to resilience and results.

🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up.

Gostick & Elton are Joined by researchers and authors Wes Adams and Tamara Miles, co-authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, the conversation explores the foundation of workplace meaning and how any job—yes, any—can become meaningful with the right leadership practices. Tamara and Wes introduce their compelling "Three Cs" framework—Community, Contribution, and Challenge—based on a robust research study across 25 industries and thousands of employees.

Key Takeaways:

- Meaningful Work is Built on the Three Cs: Community, Contribution, and Challenge

- Small Moments Create Big Meaning: Leaders don’t need grand gestures to make work meaningful

- Meaning is Contagious—Start by Creating it for Others: One of the most effective ways to deepen your own sense of purpose is to help others find meaning in their work.

Quote highlights:

🔗 Learn more and explore their tools at makeworkmeaningful.com

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Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Despite the growing investment in workplace wellness programs, employee morale and satisfaction continue to decline. What’s going wrong?

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- Wellness Starts with Culture, Not Perks

- Leaders Must Build Real Relationships—Swiftly

- High Expectations + High Support = Wellness

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Despite the growing investment in workplace wellness programs, employee morale and satisfaction continue to decline. What’s going wrong?

🔔 Subscribe & Share this episode if you believe leaders can—and should—create workplaces where people actually want to show up.

- Wellness Starts with Culture, Not Perks

- Leaders Must Build Real Relationships—Swiftly

- High Expectations + High Support = Wellness

🎧 Episode Summary:

Despite skyrocketing investments in workplace wellness programs, burnout, disengagement, and dissatisfaction are on the rise. So, what’s going wrong?

In this energizing and eye-opening episode, Chester Elton and Adrian Gostick welcome Dr. Katina Sawyer, co-founder of WorkerBeing and a leading voice on workplace wellness, leadership, and inclusion. Together, they dive into why most corporate wellness efforts fall flat—and what truly makes a difference.

Hint: It’s not the snacks or yoga.

💬 Favorite Quotes:

📚 Related Reads from Gostick & Elton:

If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t miss Anxiety at Work, your guide to building high-performing, mentally healthy teams—packed with tools to reduce stress and boost engagement. Available wherever books and audiobooks are sold.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Ever had a boss that drove you a little… bonkers?

🔑 Top Takeaways

• Quit taking it personally (Q-TIP)
• Know your worth
• Behavior isn’t identity
• Confidence is your secret weapon
• Happiness is a choice

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Ever had a boss that drove you a little… bonkers?

You’re not alone. In this episode, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton sit down with visionary tech executive and new author Eric Charran to explore the fascinating world of dysfunctional leadership—and how to rise above it.

Eric’s new book Have You Ever Had a Boss That… breaks down nine archetypes of difficult managers—from the “Firefighter” to the “Amnesiac”—and offers real-world strategies for thriving, not just surviving, under imperfect leadership. It’s a masterclass in navigating workplace anxiety, fostering self-awareness, and transforming chaos into clarity.

🔑 In This Episode

• The 9 boss archetypes and how to spot them
• How to reduce anxiety when your boss fuels it
• Why self-awareness is the foundation of great leadership
• Reframing toxic work environments without losing yourself
• The power of choosing happiness—and when to move on

💡 Key Takeaways

• Quit taking it personally (Q-TIP): It’s not always about you—it’s often about them.
• Know your worth: If the situation can’t change, have the courage to walk away.
• Behavior isn’t identity: Dysfunction often comes from using the wrong tools, not bad intent.
• Confidence is your secret weapon: It’s the closest thing humans have to magic.
• Happiness is a choice: Reframe your challenges and run toward something positive.

🧠 About the Hosts

Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton are bestselling authors, keynote speakers, and executive coaches known for their work in culture, gratitude, and mental wellness at work. Their podcast Anxiety at Work is a must-listen for leaders and teams navigating stress, change, and high-performance demands.

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For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways

1️⃣ We live in the world our questions create

2️⃣ Psychological safety ≠ comfort

3️⃣ "Companies have mission statements—why not mission questions

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

How can you restore hope and restore your vitality?

🎯 Top 3 Takeaways

1️⃣ We live in the world our questions create

2️⃣ Psychological safety ≠ comfort

3️⃣ "Companies have mission statements—why not mission questions

In this thought-provoking episode hosts Gostick & Elton dive deep into the transformative power of questions with special guest Topaz Adizes. A master of human connection, Topaz's Emmy Award-winning experience design studio, The Skin Deep is renowned for creating immersive and thought-provoking interactive experiences that explore human connection and relationships. He is also the author of 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships and the host of the Getting Under the Skin podcast.

Resources & Links

🌐 The Skin Deep – Workplace & Team Building Tools: theskindeep.com

🌎 Visit: TheCultureWorks.com for free leadership resources

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Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...