Today we take a look at what makes a good boss and an effective leader in the workplace.

We speak with Kirstin Ferguson, an award winning leadership specialist about the difference between management and leadership, why it's important to know the difference, how to be a leader in your own role and the key skills she sees in strong leaders.

Before Productivity Expert Deborah Ho, breaks down some practical ways to be a better leader and create a more human-centric workplace.

CREDITS:

Host: Deborah Ho

Guest: Kirstin Ferguson, leadership expert, executive coach, writer and public speaker.

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Producer: Clare O'Halloran

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Science says colours can make us feel specific emotions, but can they make you more productive?

This episode we're joined by psychologist and wellbeing consultant Lee Chambers, to break down how you can best use colour in your workplace to enhance productivity and spark creativity.

CREDITS:

Host: Deborah Ho

Guest: Psychologist and wellbeing consultant Lee Chambers

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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The age old question… to nap or not to nap? Will you wake up feeling refreshed and more productive or does napping actually have the opposite effect?

This episode we're joined by Sleep Scientist Dr Kathleen Maddison to find out is "power naps" are really a thing? And the best way to hack your sleep to get the most out of your day!

CREDITS:

Host: Deborah Ho

Guest: Sleep Scientist Dr Kathleen Maddison

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/: https://www.mamamia.com.au/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.