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Dr. Laura addresses perfectionism in this episode, looking into what perfectionism truly is and how it's detrimental to our well-being. The pursuit of perfection slows us down and interferes with us being our best, most innovative selves. Few situations call for absolute perfection, Dr. Laura notes, and she examines how the single-minded drive to be perfect blocks our creativity and leads to burnout. One method for combating perfectionism is the 80/20 rule, which Dr. Laura explains is learning to be satisfied with getting a project to 80%, which is very good, and not spending the extra 20% to fight for perfection. Dr. Laura's advice focuses on how to retrain ourselves from striving for perfection, how we can practice self-compassion, what practical steps we can take, and how to avoid letting perfectionism impact our relationships. She approaches the subject from a personal perspective, sharing her own journey through perfectionism and how she found success without being perfect.“I love this quote by Sheryl Sandberg in that done is better than perfect. And I agree, it's about execution. It's about getting things done and doing things well. But getting things done perfectly will lead you to not get things done, period.” Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Dr. Laura on LinkedInWhere Work Meets Life™ on YouTubeLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura digs deeper into the subject of toxic bosses in this episode, discussing how to identify a potentially toxic boss before you start working for one. Toxic bosses are unfortunately prevalent, with a 2023 survey finding that 87% of professionals have had at least one toxic boss in their careers. But there are warning signs, and Dr. Laura lists some, highlighting what to look for and how to get the answers we need before joining a toxic workplace.One of the key ways to investigate a boss before working for them is through mutual connections, especially on LinkedIn. Dr. Laura explains the value of maintaining connections and how to broach the subject of a boss with former or current employees. She breaks down how to decipher the answers we receive, identifying the warning signs of a toxic boss. What is being said? What isn't being said? There are things to look for in the interview, as well. The boss isn't just interviewing us, we're interviewing them! Dr. Laura names some warning behaviors that can be seen even in those initial conversations. Not every boss will be toxic and not every challenging workplace has a toxic boss leading it, but this episode gives sound insight into spotting the red flags of a toxic boss before we sign up to work with them. “Are people burnt out? Asking those questions can go a long way. And if you hear the answer is yes, it is a demanding place and people are exhausted and burnt out, that's somewhere that you don't want to be. That doesn't mean you don't want to be in a challenging, invigorating, busy workplace. And of course, there'll be periods where you're going to be working hard. But is it a constant strain? Is it under-resourced? And [are] people expected to be on call 24/7? [That] is a recipe for burnout.” Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Dr. Laura on LinkedInWhere Work Meets Life™ on YouTubeLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura offers essential insights for leadership teams aiming to create successful hybrid work environments. She starts by reflecting on the evolution of remote work, from the early days of teleconferencing and email to the widespread use of video calls. She also examines how leadership attitudes have shifted over time and why. Drawing on her doctoral research in Organizational Psychology, where she focused on virtual team leadership, Dr. Laura shares her deep passion for hybrid work. She also discusses the pushback employees experience when asked to return to the office without consultation, emphasizing that flexibility, autonomy, and trust are what drives employees to want to continue hybrid work.As she explores the challenges of leading hybrid teams, Dr. Laura highlights the importance of clear objectives, adaptable policies, and unified team norms. She warns that rigid approaches can harm talent retention and advocates for leadership training specifically tailored to managing hybrid workforces, pointing out that many leaders haven't received formal training in this area. Looking ahead, Dr. Laura calls for a balanced approach, urging leaders to prioritize trust, collaboration, and adaptability to meet the evolving demands of the workplace and tackle larger global challenges.“Flexibility is a gift, and it's a way of saying that I trust you and work still needs to get done. There's no doubt about it, and a lot of research has shown, that people who are working remotely are 10% to 20% more productive; but again, they need to have clear outcomes and goals and great leadership.” —Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.ResourcesDr. Laura on LinkedInWhere Work Meets Life™ on YouTubeLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveThe Smarter Working Manifesto by Philip Vanhoutte For more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura revisits the topic of toxic bosses with in-depth information about the differences between a difficult boss and a toxic boss. In conducting studies and reading research on toxic bosses for the book she's writing, Dr. Laura has gathered an immense amount of knowledge on identifying, differentiating, dealing with, and surviving toxic bosses. In this episode, she illustrates how a difficult boss is not necessarily a toxic boss and why this difference matters.One of the main differences Dr. Laura points to is that while a difficult boss can be unpleasant to work with, they are manageable and can be navigated. A toxic boss, however, is not a sustainable person to work for as they are incredibly bad for mental health, physical health, and career progression. Dr. Laura breaks down all the ways we can differentiate between a difficult and toxic boss through their personal styles of management, levels of micromanagement, whether they communicate poorly or with dishonest and manipulative intentions, and how it feels when working with them. This episode expands our understanding of toxic bosses and adds more information to our knowledge bank so that toxic bosses can be more readily identified and, hopefully, avoided.“And the biggest difference, really, is that you can find ways to manage a difficult boss, and you cannot do so with a toxic boss. A toxic boss is really damaging to your engagement, your productivity and your wellbeing.” Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Where Work Meets Life™Episode 83 | Managing Your Boss: How to Succeed, Thrive, or Know When to Leave with Mary Abbajay“Managing Up: How to Move Up, Win at Work, and Succeed with Any Type of Boss” by Mary AbbajayDr. Laura on LinkedInWhere Work Meets Life™ on YouTubeLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura reflects on the past four years as she welcomes everyone to Season Five of Where Work Meets Life™. In looking back through nearly one hundred episodes, she reiterates her desire to help people and organizations thrive, find career fulfillment, and advocate for a better world. What, then, does Season Five hold for us? Dr. Laura gives a glimpse into the future and the pressing issues she will continue to research and pursue as well as those she is revisiting to shine more light on.Employee mental health concerns, burnout, and overwork are increasing in young workers and Dr. Laura's first guest of the new season, Brigid Schulte, wrote a book called “Over Work: Transforming the Daily Grind in the Quest for a Better Life” to address exactly these issues. Dr. Laura will continue to focus on growth and evolution, discussing the importance of overcoming trauma for leaders with author Kelly Campbell (“Heal to Lead”) and finding meaning in life with artist Tresa Gibson. She also revisits a terrible and difficult subject matter that nonetheless requires us all to look at unflinchingly: exploring the reality of human trafficking with producer Conroy Kanter and author Alan Smyth. Season Five will bring a wealth of insight into toxic bosses and their equally toxic leadership, as well as career fulfillment and how to thrive in this challenging but beautiful world. “So this is a warning call for organizational leaders to really double down on investing in your culture and your leadership development. And employee wellbeing declined despite a lot of talk about the importance of mental wellness; the talk is not leading to action. It's not changing things.”  Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:“Overwork: Transforming the Daily Grind in the Quest for a Better Life” by Brigid Schulte “Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership through Trauma Healing”t by Kelly Campbell Tresa Gibson“Men! Fight For Me: The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking” by Alan Smyth and Jessica MidkiffTrafficked - produced by Conroy KanterDr. Laura on LinkedInWhere Work Meets Life™ on YouTubeLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura's exploration into the topic of toxic bosses continues in this episode. During her extensive research on the subject of toxic bosses, she learned a great deal that she is compelled to share and is writing a book based on her findings set to publish in 2025. Her research is continuous and each insight she gains is passed on to listeners in these solo episodes. This time Dr. Laura instructs on how to identify three specifically brutal types of toxic bosses, detailing how they operate and what they are looking to gain.The first persona Dr. Laura identifies is that of a dishonest manipulator. Bosses of this type are inherently dishonest people and create an environment of mistrust in their team due to chronic lying. The second persona of a toxic boss is that of a great divider. This type prefers to cause dissension and conflict in their teams by pitting people against each other. And the third persona identified is the unethical corrupter. This boss lacks integrity to the point of corruption. They're not just dishonest, they're corrupt and unethical. Dr. Laura breaks down the mindset and actions of each type of toxic boss, explains how they will attack and undermine us, and gives straightforward advice on how to handle their toxicity. “People are not at their best when they're reporting to a toxic boss. In fact, it depletes their energy. It depletes their creativity and innovation. They live in a state of fear with high anxiety, and their self-esteem and confidence get eroded over time.”  Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura explores more on the subject of toxic bosses, a topic she is passionate about researching for the benefit of people suffering under one. In this episode, she explains some of the defining and brutal behaviors of a toxic boss. Since a toxic boss can be anyone from a first-time manager to a CEO, it's the psychological and physical health damage they cause to people working under them that makes them toxic. Understanding their behavior will help people to identify a toxic boss and, ideally, leave their sphere of control.There are fourteen categories of behaviors that Dr. Laura and her research assistant, Renee Pye, have learned through their study. Toxic bosses have many different ways of presenting themselves. Dr. Laura addresses three types of behavior in detail today: 1. Control and micromanagement, 2. Power dynamics and favoritism, and 3. Self-serving and exploitative behavior. She describes each set of behaviors in detail, addressing how the toxic boss comes across and the damage they inflict. The more information Dr. Laura uncovers and shares about toxic bosses, the sooner people struggling under them can see warning signs and get help to navigate the situation.“The only way to know if a leader is a great leader, a mediocre leader, or a toxic leader, is to find out from the people that report to him or her. So with that said, I think that whether the leader is controlling and micromanaging, whether they're creating power dynamics and divides in their team, or whether they're self-serving and exploiting others, all of these things are brutal behaviors and are causing a lot of harm to people.”  Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Dr. Laura explains more about toxic bosses and what they do in this episode. Toxic bosses can be at any level in an organization, from a supervisor up to the CEO, and they impact people negatively through harmful behavioural patterns. How do they impart the damage they do? And how can you identify not only their toxic behaviour but when it's time to get out? Dr. Laura draws on her own experiences and her professional expertise to offer guidance.Toxic bosses can do damage in a myriad of ways, including abusive supervision, extreme narcissism, gaslighting, and eroding your confidence. They are not leaders because leaders inspire and motivate, the opposite of a toxic boss. Dr. Laura shares the story of a friend currently engaged in a court battle against a toxic boss who tried to derail her career. How do you identify the behaviour and know it's not you at fault but your toxic boss? And when should you consider leaving the job? Dr. Laura offers insight into what to look for and the things to consider when looking at leaving. Above all, she empathizes with anyone currently suffering under a toxic boss.“And you may be suffering under a toxic boss or one of your loved ones might be. And what happens is you start to see all these impacts on the person. They're dreading going to the office on a Monday. They are increasingly not sleeping well. And when you're not sleeping well, that impacts everything! That impacts your ability to think clearly, that impacts your emotionality and your reactivity to things. It really does a lot of damage.”  Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and loves to use her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018.Resources:Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingSynthesis PsychologySponsor For This Podcast:This episode is brought to you by The improve it! Podcast with Erin Diehl, a top 1% global podcast.Are you ready to transform your life through laughter, lifelong learning, and a little bit of improv magic?Well, get ready because The improve it! Podcast with Erin Diehl is here to add a dose of playfulness to your Wednesdays. Erin sits down with personal and professional development gurus to explore the pesky and beautiful aspects of life. They dive deep into the things that make us tick, laugh, and sometimes even cringe. You can find The improve it! Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or learntoimproveit.com. Subscribe today!

Dr. Laura shares insights from her pioneering research around the future of work in this episode. The research topic for her doctorate was on leading dispersed teams, and she also researched telework adoption in the days before Zoom became ubiquitous. Drawing from that experience and the realities of working today, Dr. Laura talks about themes she's observing and the idea of workplace flexibility. She explains the significant benefits and unique challenges of flexible work locations.Working humans are diverse in their personalities and preferences; there will always be situations that work better for some people and don't work for others. For example, we are all on a scale of how much we tend to procrastinate - from quick starters to those who struggle to begin a project or task - recognizing these differences and implementing tools to assist in overcoming them is part of what needs to be considered in remote work. Dr. Laura discusses how, in her field of organizational psychology, she has studied what factors or traits and skills give someone the ability to be an effective remote leader. She explores the support structure that hybrid work requires and how to move past the rigid office structure of the past.  “... a few things are for sure in my mind. One is that flexibility is a top motivator for a large number of humans … I think having had a taste of greater flexibility, to take that away is like taking away a gift. It's like saying: here's the gift, unwrap it. You like it? Okay, well, you liked it, but I'm going to retract that gift. What's going to happen is people are going to shop around for places where they can get that gift of flexibility back.” Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura:KEYNOTE SPEAKER | PSYCHOLOGIST | THOUGHT LEADER | PODCAST HOST | AUTHORDr. Laura Hambley Lovett helps organizations and people to grow and thrive, using the principles of organizational psychology. Through leading, speaking, writing, coaching, and mentoring, she is driven to help people flourish in their work and life.Speaking with passion on topics that make a difference to organizations and people's lives is a key focus. Dr. Laura makes complex topics simple and practical, based on evidence from psychology. As an engaging and dynamic speaker, she has spoken globally about addressing the challenges of remote and hybrid work, maintaining work-life wellness and mental health, and leading through turbulent times.Fascinated by how work intersects with life, she started her podcast, Where Work Meets Life™, so she could interview experts and broadcast insights on thriving workplaces, work-life wellness, and career fulfillment. She is honored to have 1000s of listeners around the world, inspiring them to flourish in their work and their lives.As an entrepreneur, Laura has launched several counselling psychology practices since 2009, including Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology. Her team helps 1000s of people throughout Canada.Outside of work, she serves on non-profit committees and boards focused on ending violence against girls and women, as well as growing confidence and leadership skills in children and youth. She has a lively household with her husband, three children & dog. Resources:Dr. Laura on LinkedInLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingCalgary Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Milena's guest on this episode is Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett, founder of Calgary Career Counselling. At CCC Dr. Laura helps people successfully navigate career pivots. As a business owner she has navigated the pivots that entrepreneurs when launching and growing a business. Her top tip for fellow entrepreneurs, stay focused on what is important to you. Play to not only your strength, but also your passion. Make a list of all the things you're good at doing and then choose the ones you enjoy. If you're struggling on your entrepreneurial journey you should check out this episode for more advice and insights from Dr. Laura and Milena. Enjoy our discussion and insights on: 00:00 Intro 00:38 Welcome Dr. Laura Lovett 01:04 Balancing Work and Life 02:25 Advice for Balance 04:09 Entrepreneur Struggle 06:40 What Is Her Next Journey 07:30 Contact Information 08:01 Her Inspiration 09:03 Sponsor Thank You 09:16 Joining WEDO Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist, keynote speaker, author and the Where Work Meets Life™️ Podcast Host. She helps organizations and people to grow and thrive, using the principles of organizational psychology. Through leading, speaking, writing, coaching, and mentoring, she is driven to help people flourish in their work and life. You can connect with Laura on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurahambley/ and catch her podcast on https://drlaura.live/ Sponsor Thank You: I want to thank ENTA Solutions for their generous support of our WEDO mission “to support women entrepreneurs and the next generation of female entrepreneurs with scholarships, education and mentorship”, by enabling us to feature these inspirational women leaders. You can connect with ENTA Solutions at www.entasolutions.org. #womenentrepreneurs #empowerment #womeninbusiness #mentorship #strongwomen #womenleaders #WEDOCanada #support #educate #genderequality To be our Next Guest on WEDO Pay it Forward at YYC Business please follow this link https://form.123formbuilder.com/6233829/form About Milena and WEDO Pay It Forward: Milena is the sole owner and CEO of Nexus Exhibits and a passionate ambassador for entrepreneurship. She is the Canada Ambassador of Women's Entrepreneurship Day, a volunteer grassroots movement in support of women in business globally to alleviate poverty. Milena's commitment and passion for this cause is constantly in focus as she helps lead and inspire other women leaders and business owners. Connect with her at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milenaradakovic/ WEDO Pay It Forward highlights the amazing women leaders in business who are making an impact in the business world and their communities. Their experiences and insights can help you on your entrepreneurial and leadership journey. Website: https://yyccalgarybusiness.ca/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@megapixxmedia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calgarysbusiness/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calgarysbusiness/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yyccalgarybusiness/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@yycbusiness/ Filmed and edited by ENTA Solutions https://www.entasolutions.org The views and opinions expressed in the video are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MegaPixxMedia Ltd and their Affiliates Any content provided by our bloggers or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything. This video is for entertainment only.

Dr. Laura welcomes you to the first episode of Where Work Meets Life for 2023. As an organizational and career psychologist, Dr. Laura uses her expertise to make lives and workplaces better through keynote speaking, career coaching, writing articles, and this podcast. In this episode she highlights and offers guidance on three key areas for workplaces to focus on in 2023.The areas Dr. Laura identifies as being strategically important moving forward are flexibility, leaders who care, and leading with humility and not ego. She examines each of these areas in depth and offers insight on everything from the benefits of remote or hybrid work to the value of continued growth and learning. Join Dr. Laura to kick off the new year with the right foot forward in your workplace and career.“So something to remember is that people crave the A's, and I find that the A's are easy to remember. They crave attention. So what they're doing is being noticed and seen, and what they do matters. … People also crave appreciation. So being appreciated for a job well done, and that praise and that thank you goes a long way. … And then the other is acceptance. And in this age of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, all [are] very important.” - Dr. LauraAbout Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett:Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a work and career psychologist and thought leader on the evolution of work. She has always been fascinated by how work intersects with life and she loves using her expertise to improve organizations and help people thrive.Dr. Laura is honoured to have been selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014 and received a Canadian Woman of Inspiration Award as a Global Influencer in 2018. While completing her Doctorate in 2002, she focused on remote leadership and predicted the world of work would change to become more flexible and mobile. She continues to write and innovate on the topic as a future of work pioneer.In 2013 she co-created assessments and training for organizations to thrive when working remotely, and co-founded Work EvOHlutionTM, (acquired by Humance) which helps develop leaders, teams, and cultures to succeed in hybrid or remote workplaces. Her passion for taking creative ideas and launching them into successful business strategies led her to start three counselling psychology practices (Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, and Synthesis Psychology), as well as six different business brands offering organizational assessment and consulting services.Philanthropy and charitable work are very important to Dr. Laura, and she serves on non-profit committees and boards focused on areas she's passionate about. Ending violence against girls and women, as well as growing confidence and leadership skills in children and youth in the performing arts are her top charity focuses.Outside work, she has a busy and fun household overlooking the Rocky Mountains in Calgary, which includes her life partner Scott, two sons (Nick & Matt), a daughter (Cadence), and a fluffy white dog (Ghost). She enjoys travel, competitive squash, hiking, yoga, and downhill skiing.Resources:“No Ego” by Cy WakemanWWML Episode 17 - No Ego for Better Work and LIves with Cy Wakeman Part 1WWML Episode 18 - No Ego for Better Work and Lives with Cy Wakeman Part 2WWML Episode 39 - Life's Messy, Live Happy: Keys to Contentment with Cy WakemanWWML Episode 40 - Evolving Yourself to Live Happy in this Messy World with Cy WakemanLearn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.liveFor more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career CounsellingCalgary Career CounsellingSynthesis Psychology

Trigger Warning: This week’s podcast contains mentions of sex-trafficking, domestic abuse, along with mentions of oppression and possession of women. If that is something that causes you distress or you are not currently in the state of mind for that at the moment, take your time listening to this week’s episode! When you feel ready and prepared, we hope you’ll join us in the conversation. Stay safe out there and take care of yourself, dear listener! What do you do if you’re faced with the darkest aspects of mankind and all of a sudden, you have a personal connection to that dark? If you’re Dr. Laura Hambley, you use your hope for a better future to shine the light wherever you can, spreading awareness in a quest to eradicate the dark and bring people back into the light. In this week’s episode of the podcast, Dr. Laura brings us into the tragic world of human sex trafficking, oppression and possession of women and domestic abuse. This is a tough conversation around an incredibly tough topic but Dr. Laura’s compassion and bias for action shows us that even in the darkest of places, hope is still there, and transformational change is totally possible. We discuss important topics such as compassion fatigue and fighting to stay healthy even while battling through horrific situations and the resilience that is built when coming through hard times. It’s a tough conversation to hear but the importance of bringing awareness so we can stop the madness is why these conversations need to be shared. Don’t miss it! Key Points: Human trafficking is a very real and prevalent threat today. It is a multimillion dollar industry. Trauma is a very personal and subjective experience--it is experienced differently by each individual. There are organizations in place to prevent victimization, as well as rehabilitate victims of domestic abuse and trafficking (mentioned below). Resiliency and healing is a life-long process. Mentioned in the Episode: Trafficked (2017) Losing Cadence by Laura Lovett Finding Sophie by Laura Lovett Safe Haven Foundation With Her About Laura Hambley Lovett: Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is an Organizational Psychologist and serial entrepreneur based in Calgary, Alberta. She is a sought-after thought leader on workplace psychology and career development in Canada – Dr. Laura often writes and speaks in public forums, and she is regularly interviewed by the media on current trends. Dr. Laura has 20 years of experience providing organizational consulting to organizations in Canada and internationally. Above all else, she is a leader and mentor who is passionate about making a difference in people’s work and lives. Dr. Laura has founded and co-founded several psychology practices in Canada since 2009, including Work EvOHlution™, Canada Career Counselling, Calgary Career Counselling, the Leadership Success Group, and Synthesis Psychology. Dr. Laura specializes in leadership, team and culture development in organizations, remote workplace success, and building resiliency through turbulent times. Love scrolling social media? You can find me on FACEBOOK, LINKEDIN, and INSTAGRAM.

Welcome to the second episode of my podcast, Where Work Meets Life™: Work-Life Wellness – How we can stay resilient during challenging times.In this episode, we are joined by April Dyrda - Workplace Consultant with Work EvOHlution and Registered Provisional Psychologist with Calgary Career Counselling and Synthesis Psychology, which Dr. Laura founded. April has six years of experience in the realms of both counselling and workplace psychology. She traverses both organizational consulting and counselling, enabling her to understand how people can thrive in both work and home settings. links:https://www.workevohlution.com/https://synthesispsychology.com/https://www.calgarycareercounselling.com/https://canadacareercounselling.com/

Dr. Laura Hambley is a Workplace Psychologist, Speaker and Author. She describes herself as a serial entrepreneur with businesses including Calgary Career Counselling, Canada Career Counselling, Synthesis Psychology and WorkEvOHlution. Hambley talks about being an entrepreneur and how to cope with the COVID-19 crisis.

Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett is a Workplace Psychologist, Entrepreneur, Speaker and Author who is passionate about making workplaces better and increasing peoples' career fulfillment. She runs Calgary Career Counselling, Work EvOHlution, and Synthesis Psychology, and specializes in leadership, team, and culture development, career planning, and creating high performing mobile workplaces. Laura believes people should follow their passions, and has done so through publishing psychological thrillers, Losing Cadence and Finding Sophie.

Helping individuals find their skills set, Dr. Laura Hambley helps provide guidance, clarity and a vision to those looking for advice in planning their career. Laura (Hambley) Lovett was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, and received her PhD in Psychology from the University of Calgary in 2005. Dr. Laura Hambley is a Registered Psychologist and entrepreneur, currently running Calgary Career Counselling, the Leadership Success Group and Work EvOHlution. She leads a team of career psychologists and consultants that help 1000s of Canadians navigate career decisions. Further, her team of Industrial/Organizational Psychology consultants support leader, team, and culture development across 100s of small or large organizations over the last decade. She is a sought-after authority and thought leader on career development in Canada as well as speaks, writes, and is regularly interviewed by the media on topics related to career, workplace issues, and industry trends. She won a Woman of Inspiration Award in September 2018 as a Global Influencer. •••••••••• Music By •••••••••••••Rising SpiritJay Man - OurMusicBox http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox Announcer: Adam Smith

Getting back into a career after staying home to raise kids can be daunting, especially competing against people who haven’t left the workforce. According to data from the Harvard Business Review, stay-at-home moms are half as likely to land a job interview compared to moms who get laid off. We speak to a mom who sent out a 100 applications before returning to work after 11 years at home raising three kids. We also get expert advice from Tara Dragon, founder of Work Evolution, and Avra Davidoff, a registered psychologist at Calgary Career Counselling for people trying to land a job following a parenting gap. Plus, Canada’s new food guide is a major departure from the previous one consumers followed for years. One notable change is that it doesn’t feature cow’s milk as prominently as before. The new guide also eliminates serving sizes. We speak to Emily Mardell, registered dietician and founder of GetJoyfull, for her advice on how to ensure we’re consuming enough protein and calcium. We’re also joined by Global Edmonton news anchor Carole Anne Devaney. She’s on her third maternity leave and joins us to talk about a difficult decision to give up the family pet.  You can follow Carole Anne on Instagram and Twitter.

On this episode of Inspiring Leaders, we explore a global trend toward Distributed Workforces and best practices for leading geographically separated teams. Dr. Laura Hambley is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. “Dr. Laura” has over 15 years of experience providing organizational consulting to public and private organizations internationally. She is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. Dr. Laura is founder of Calgary Career Counselling and Canada Career Counselling, which helps Canadians choose and navigate careers. She is also founding partner and owner of The Leadership Success Group, specializing in leadership, team and culture development in organizations. Dr. Laura also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Psychology. Her newest venture, Work EvOHlution, provides innovative assessments and development support for mobile or distributed workers, leaders and teams. Work EvOHlution was recently recognized as one of the 50 most innovative new organizations in Alberta. She was selected as a Woman of Distinction in Canada in 2014. Her first novel is a psychological thriller called Losing Cadence. LINKS: Calgary Career Counselling: www.calgarycareercounselling.com Canada Career Counselling: www.canadacareercounselling.com Leadership Success Group: www.leadershipsuccessgroup.com Work EvOHlution: www.workevohlution.com University of Calgary: http://www.ucalgary.ca Book “Growing the Virtual Workplace”: http://a.co/gN5PHQb Book “Losing Cadence”: http://a.co/0lgk93y Ubiquity Leadership Coaching: www.UbiquityLeadership.com

Adapting in Alberta: New grads and the job market with Meghan Reid a Psychologist at Calgary Career Counselling.