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Bring your whole self to work—because being human is your greatest asset. Heart and Graft is the podcast for people who care about people and want to bring humanity into their workplace. In each episode, we dive into the ups and downs of life at work, from giving authentic feedback and facing imposter syndrome to riding the waves of change. Perfect for L&D, HR, and coaching professionals, as well as managers, leaders, and anyone passionate about creating workplaces where people can truly be themselves. Through interviews, deep dives, and conversations, we'll help your workplace become not just more productive, but more personal. Tune in to join a tribe of people who embrace every quirk, strength, and flaw; and thrive - all by being unapologetically human at work.
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Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
In this episode of Heart & Graft, Nicky is back in the virtual coffee shop with Mia Shepherd of Neupauer Training and Joel Fielder of Switchplane to talk about productivity without turning into a robot. They discuss why endless to-do lists and self-sabotage leave people feeling busy but unfulfilled, and how reframing productivity around value, boundaries and energy can change the way you work. From parenting and PhDs to software sprints and the “beanie hat of concentration”, this is a very human look at getting important work done without losing yourself.
Why listen
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To rethink productivity from “How many tasks did I finish?” to “What progress did I make towards what really matters?”.
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To hear practical ideas like time boxing, 25‑minute sprints, planning, and visual “do not disturb” signals.
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To explore how impostor syndrome, perfectionism and emotional hijacks quietly derail your day – and what you can actually do about them.
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To learn how deadlines, accountability and tiny increments of progress can work with your personality instead of against it.
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