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Change is inevitable and universal. Whether you're moving countries, going through a breakup, experiencing a restructure at work, or living with grief, one thing is for certain: making big leaps can be daunting and anxiety-inducing if we aren't ready to face them. However, it's also important to recognise that change can also be huge opportunity to bring positivity into our lives, alongside hope, new experiences, and personal growth. In this episode, we are joined by change leadership expert Anne Bonney, who will share with us how we can embrace the discomfort of change and push through towards bigger and brighter opportunities.Anne Bonney is a two-time author and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience in the workplace and fiery passion to help leaders tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions. 0:00 - Intro 01:55 - Anne's journey to becoming a champion for change 03:15 - Why do we find change uncomfortable? 04:00 - How do we override our risk-adverseness to change 05:25 - How do you develop confidence to try something new 07:45 - How do you shift from a pessimistic to an optimistic mindset 10:55 - How to use gratitude as a tool for working through our discomfort to change 12:40 - What are the 4 pillars to becoming mentally tough 14:55 - What are the common characteristics of resilient people 17:30 - How do you work through the sunk cost fallacy 19:35 - What is the 3 step process to manage change when it happens to you rather than when you initiated it 25:03 - Why is it important to be careful who you ask help from 26:25 - How do you make life decisions that is not overly influenced by social pressures 28:55 - What's your advice for HR or managers to help employees cope with a restructure 30:50 - What did Anne learn as an early employee at Under Armour during a period of massive change 33:50 - How do you build trust with your employees before a change in the workplace happens 36:05 - What are tips for leaders to provide constructive feedback that employees can be receptive to rather than feeling defensive about 39:20 - How do leaders build employee trust when there is a low trust environment 42:00 - How can our communication styles unwittingly lose an employee's trust 45:25 - What is authentic and open communication 46:35 - How do you manage employee expectations without creating false hope 49:50 - How being vulnerable builds employee trust in an environment of uncertainty 52:25 - How do you support those who's mental health are more likely to be negatively impacted to change 54:24 - What is the definition of an emotionally intelligent leader 57:10 - How to develop self-awareness on whether you are risk adverse to change 58:25 - What is Anne's one wellbeing practiceLearn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

Send us a textBen Akers never expected to become a Mental Health advocate. But when his childhood best friend Steve died by suicide 10 ago, everything changed. Confronted with the staggering reality that suicide is the biggest killer of men, Akers channeled his grief and advertising background into creating 'Talk Club' – a revolutionary approach to men's mental fitness that's now saving lives across the UK and beyond.At the heart of Talk Club's genius is stunning simplicity: "How are you? Out of 10?" This numerical scale gives men a framework to express their emotional state without struggling with what Akers calls "the foreign language of feelings." Where men typically respond with a reflexive "I'm fine," the number system creates an opening for honesty. "If you're a higher number and regularly a higher number," Akers explains, "you're mentally fit, you're mentally strong, and you're good for everyone around you."From its first meeting at Bristol Beer Factory in April 2019, Talk Club has expanded to 120+ venues nationwide with over 5,000 members. The organization has formed strategic partnerships, including creating Clearhead non-alcoholic beer, allowing men to gather in comfortable spaces without alcohol's potential mental health impacts. Every aspect of Talk Club reflects Akers' design philosophy: make it accessible, remove barriers, and speak directly to men as they are.The movement reframes mental health conversations through the lens of fitness rather than illness. Just as we congratulate someone for going to the gym, Akers wants mental health maintenance celebrated rather than questioned. He applies his personal philosophy – "Does it make you better?" – to every decision, encouraging men to evaluate relationships, work, and habits through this simple yet profound lens. Whether you're struggling personally, concerned about someone in your life, or simply interested in supporting mental fitness, visit talkclub.org today. As Akers proves through his work, sometimes the smallest questions can save the biggest lives.Find out more at talkclub.org or email hello@talkclub.org to get involved, donate, or start your own Talk Club.Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

As the saying goes, “Love is a verb,” and healthy relationships require intention, attention, time, and care. However, from our Clearhead data, we can see out of all of the people on our platform who said they were struggling with mental health challenges due to personal reasons, “General Relationship Struggles,” “Family Difficulties,” and “Partner Difficulties” were the top 3 issues people were dealing with. To help us grasp a greater understanding of what a fulfilling relationship should look like, how we can find them, and more importantly how to maintain them, our expert guest today is Serafin Upton.Serafin's biography:Serafin Upton has worked in New Zealand and Australia as a family, couples' and sex therapist for over 20 years. On top of her extensive experience and qualifications, she has also trained under world-renowned sex and relationship therapists Esther Perel and Terry Real.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:00:00 - Intro01:55 - Serafin's journey to becoming a couples, child, family, and sex therapist03:25 - What is the common fear that everyone has regardless of their stage of life04:40 - What are the skills you need to develop to have healthy relationships06:20 - What is one thing you can do to become more attuned to someone you care about08:30 - How can you stay present for your romantic partner when you are really busy10:40 - How reflecting back and following up with your partner is key12:30 - Can your attachment style change depending on the relationship?14:05 - How to develop a secure attachment style if you have an avoidant attachment style16:15 - How to develop a secure attachment style if you have an anxious attachment style17:45 - How does emotional intimacy vs physical intimacy change over time in long term relationships22:20 - Tips on how to create space for romance and connection in long term relationships24:05 - Should making time for fun in a relationship be scheduled or spontaneous 26:10 - Advice for developing connection for people who are single27:35 - How to deal with rejection in online dating such as ‘ghosting'29:15 - Are we meant to be single or in relationships33:15 - Is there a difference between being lonely vs being alone35:45 - How your fear of being judged or misunderstood prevents you from developing meaningful relationships37:05 - How to build your tolerance to being vulnerable when sharing in a relationship38:45 - Tips on conflict management in relationships43:30 - Do the type of fights you see in movies happen in real life45:20 - How do you get someone who is conflict avoidant to express their needs47:30 - When is the best time to raise issues you have with your partner49:00 - How do you not get defensive when someone raises an issue with you50:50 - Why is it important to let someone know if you think they are in an abusive or toxic relationship53:40 - How does Serafin assess if someone is in an abusive relationship55:35 - What are examples of psychological violence in a relationship57:00 - What are the red flags that signal you should leave an abusive relationship58:25 - What is the impact of relationship on our mental health59:50 - What is Serafin's one wellbeing practiceLearn more about Serafin: https://serafinupton.co.nz Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

Sleep is at the very centre of our wellbeing. Getting a good night's rest is crucial for both the body and mind, allowing us to repair, reset, and be ready for whatever the day throws at us. In this session, we'll be joined by sleep specialist Dr. Michael Breus to learn about the relationship between sleep and mental health and unpack how to set ourselves up to have a good night's sleep, every night.Michael's biography:Dr. Michael Breus, Ph.D., is a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist who has been in private practice for 23 years. He is the founder of sleepdoctor.com, and for over 14 years he served as the Sleep Expert for WebMD. Recently, he was named the Top Sleep Specialist by Reader's Digest. His expertise lies in the science of sleep and peak performance as well as treating sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, and more.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions0:00 - Intro1:50 - Michael's journey to becoming a sleep specialist 6:30 - Why 75% of insomnia is caused by poor mental health7:45 - How CBT (therapy) is used to cure insomnia15:15 - How do you know whether you have a good quality sleep or not16:30 - How should we interpret sleep metrics17:30 - What are common disruptors of sleep17:50 - Understanding REM and NREM sleep19:15 - What test can you do when you have a poor quality of sleep21:45 - Should you take supplements to improve your sleep22:40 - What is the recommended quantity (hours) of sleep24:15 - What can you do when you wake up at night and can't go back to sleep29:00 - What is a breathing technique to calm down and fall asleep33:30 - Should you get up or try to fall back asleep35:30 - Should you take a nap before your normal bedtime when you are tired37:00 - What can you do if you are a light sleeper or have trouble falling asleep38:15 - When should you seek professional help if you have insomnia39:45 - Do sleeping pills provide you a good quality of sleep41:45 - What can you do to get better sleep if you are a shift worker or are jet-lagged44:50 - When is the best time to be intimate if you have a different chronotype to your partner48:30 - How can understanding your family member's chronotype lead to positive interactions50:00 - What is the role of sleep hygiene and the negative impact of alcohol52:00 - What is a normal amount of time we need to fall asleep54:00 - What is the connection between sleep and peak performance54:50 - What is Michael's one wellbeing practiceLearn more about Michael Breushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thesleepdoctorLearn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

The human brain is an incredibly complex organ. We are all wired to process emotions, thoughts, and behaviours differently due to a range of factors, including our genetics and the environment. Sometimes, individuals develop serious mental health disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, or are considered neurodivergent, with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism or ADHD. Learning how to understand the way that these experiences shape us is crucial to our overall wellbeing, which is why we are joined by our expert guest, Marie Bismark, to unpack all the nuances behind diagnosing mental health disorders and the best ways to manage them. Marie's biography: Professor Marie Bismark is a psychiatrist, public health physician, and health lawyer. She divides her time between New Zealand and Australia. In addition to her clinical work, Marie leads a research team at the University of Melbourne, focusing on the interface between patient safety and clinician wellbeing. She serves as a Director of several health sector organisations including the Royal Women's Hospital and Summerset aged care. Marie completed a Harkness Fellowship at Harvard and her research has influenced regulatory policy in Australia and internationally. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:0:00 - Intro 2:35 - What is the definition of a mental health disorder?3:40 - What is bipolar disorder?7:35 - What is schizophrenia?9:55 - What is the role of medication and therapy in mental health treatment?12:40 - What is the role of the social determinants of health in developing mental health illness?14:00 - What are the causes of mental health disorders?15:55 - Why is developing self-awareness is the first step towards treatment?19:40 - Are there tests that can be done to confirm a mental health diagnosis?22:10 - How to determine the severity of a mental illness?26:10 - The role of family in supporting mentally unwell individuals28:05 - How should we be supporting caregivers?29:45 - What are the challenges and strengths of being neurodiverse? (Autism and ADHD)33:25 - What can workplaces do to support neurodiverse individuals?35:00 - How to best manage your ADHD to optimise functioning37:25 - How to best manage your Autism to optimise functioning38:50 - What happens if you are misdiagnosed42:05 - Why neurodiverse individuals often also have mental illness45:35 - The over-medicalisation of normal emotional responses48:30 - Why Marie decided to become a psychiatrist50:45 - What are the consequences of untreated mental health illness54:35 - What workplaces can do to support employees' mental wellbeing and resilience 56:40 - What is Marie's one wellbeing practice?57:20 - What is the role of nutrition and lifestyle changes to maintain mental wellbeing?Learn more about Marie:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-bismark-2397831b/Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

Send us a textEver wondered how a journey from Cornwall could lead to the vibrant beer scene in Bristol? This week, we're thrilled to feature Sam Burrows, Managing Director of the Bristol Beer Factory, as we kick off our "Best of Bristol" series. Broadcasting live from the lively Bristol Beer Factory taproom, Sam regales us with tales from his early days in the industry, his father's influence, and his adventurous stint in Australia. Amidst laughter and anecdotes, we explore the essence of leadership, personal growth, and the simple yet profound lessons learned from the rugby fields of Port Scaffo on the Roseland Peninsula.Tune in for a hearty mix of brewery banter, sports reflections, and the inspirations that drive us. We admire the steadfast dedication of breweries like Formbridge and Timothy Taylor, celebrating the unparalleled craft of cask beer in local pubs. Drawing inspiration from elite athletes like Johnny Wilkinson, we chat about mental fortitude and embracing failure as a stepping stone to success. With a sprinkle of humor, we share our quirky distractions—those "squirrels" that capture our attention, from snow-capped mountains to the intricate art of brewing.But there's more than just beer on tap—partnering with Talk Club, we highlight the powerful collaboration behind "Clearhead," an alcohol-free beer promoting mental health awareness. We chat about community impact and corporate responsibility, sharing insights from the Bristol Beer Factory's Brew to Give initiative and the storytelling magic of Legacy Life Reflections. Sam and I delve into the importance of community engagement and legacy, inviting listeners to participate in capturing the stories that matter. Join us on this engaging episode of the Good Listening To Show and discover the stories that shape and inspire us all.Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

Over the last 5 years, hospital visits related to eating disorders has doubled, and those being diagnosed are getting younger and often presenting with a more serious condition. The reasons for why someone develops an eating disorder is a complicated process with biological, psychological, genetic and social-cultural factors at play. It is also important to acknowledge that it is also a long and difficult process when supporting a loved one on their recovery journey. In this episode, we will hear from Genevieve Mora as she shares her personal journey to recovery and her advice for any individuals dealing with an eating disorder. Genevieve's biography: Genevieve spent most of her teenage years trying to managing both her OCD and anorexia nervosa. As part of her recovery, she has made it her mission to offer hope to those who are struggling themselves. Genevieve co-founded Voices of Hope, and through this platform, she uses her lived experience to show people that recovery is possible and that there is no shame in having a mental illness. Genevieve is the author of ‘Bite Back - a compassionate guide to navigating Eating Disorders,' and the co-creator of Love your Kite, an eating disorder resource app. Alongside Jazz Thornton, her cofounder, she was named in 2023 Forbes Asia 30 under 30.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:0:00 - Intro 2:25 - How did Gen's mental illness journey begin?5:00 - Why did Gen develop Anorexia Nervosa?8:55 - What were the challenges Gen faced while having an eating disorder?11:25 - What was the turning point towards her recovery?13:45 - Why the denial phase prevents recovery from an eating disorder15:25 - Did Gen feel judged about her mental illness?17:00 - What is a typical recovery journey?19:35 - How to help individuals move past the pre-contemplative (denial) phase 21:35 - How to avoid unhelpful language when supporting someone who is struggling with an eating disorder 24:15 - Are there more young men struggling with eating disorders?25:45 - Has Gen experience relapses after recovery?28:00 - Is recovery based only from the perspective of the individual going through the mental illness, or from the perspective of the people supporting them?31:40 - What Gen does to stay mentally well 33:45 - What parents can do to try and prevent their child from develop an eating disorder 37:00 - What has Gen learnt from running a charity about the community's mental health and lived experiences?39:45 - What is the role that workplaces can play in supporting individuals?41:00 - Why did Gen develop an eating disorder resource app?43:30 - What did Gen learn after people starting using her app?45:20 - What is Gen hopeful about the eating disorder space?46:17 - What is Gen's message to those who are supporting loved ones struggling with an eating disorder?47:20 - Is there any difference for those who are overeating compared to those who are restricting their intake?49:00 - What is Gen's one wellbeing practice? Learn more about Gen:https://thevoicesofhope.org/pages/teamhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/genevieve-mora-a02948174/?originalSubdomain=nzHelpful resource: (Genevieve's book)https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/bite-back-9781776950447Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

Life is full of ups and downs, and it can be easy to let the bad things that are happening to you result in negative emotions that completely take over. Have you ever felt out of control with your anger or had very intrusive thoughts? Or you have been thinking about how you can better regulate your emotions? If so, this is the episode for you! Our guest today is Dr Cristian Conte, who will share with us some simple techniques behind anger management to help you calmly cope with the trials of everyday life, which can make a world of difference to your wellbeing. Christian's Biography: Dr. Christian Conte is a world-renowned Level-V anger management expert, a licensed professional counsellor and author of a dozen books. From working with celebrities to hall of fame athletes, from elite military personnel to people on death row and everyone in between, Dr. Conte has spent over 25 years helping people deal with their anger. Although Dr. Conte specialises in working with some of the most dangerous individuals on the planet, his passion now is in training others in how to communicate effectively, regardless of the intensity of the situation. Helping you speak in ways that can overcome other people's ego and defensiveness in order to be heard.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:0:00 - Intro 2:10 - How did Christian get started?4:00 - What is anger management?5:00 - How do you know if you have a problem with anger?11:10 - What are the different level of consciousness that we act from? 17:20 - Why having an expectation of how things “should be” is what will trigger our anger response. 18:20 - Bridging the gap between expectation and reality by using accurate language and compassion 22:15 - What is Yield Theory?24:37 - Do rich and famous people have the same difficulties managing their anger?26:55 - How to get people to apply knowledge into action when managing their anger.32:45 - How do you deal with violent people or abusive relationships?35:00 - How to communicate in a way that doesn't trigger someone's anger and be heard.41:35 - How can we best parent a child with anger issues?47:30 - Why your physical state affects your mental state.48:45 - The role of setting realistic expectations in anger management.51:40 - How to maintain realistic expectations in the context of social media comparisons.53:55 - Is it normal if someone is not expressing their emotions?57:40 - What is Christian's one wellbeing practice? Learn more about Dr. Christian Conte:https://www.drchristianconte.com/about/Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

Parenting is one of the most difficult yet rewarding jobs in the world. While raising children to be the best versions of themselves is exciting and fulfilling, the hours spent worrying about their wellbeing and their future can take a huge toll. This is why it's important to understand your children the best you can, so you can spend more time feeling confident about how to guide them, and less time feeling stressed.In this episode, Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart will join us to discuss the highs and lows of parenthood and how to help your children thrive, even if they are currently struggling with mental illness. Ann-Louise's biography:Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, PsyD, ABPP, is a paediatric psychologist, parenting coach, wife of 25 years, and mother of 2 children with over 17 years of experience in the field. She specialises in helping overwhelmed parents to better understand their children and teenagers. She has presented to numerous media outlets, schools and corporations around the globe. Additionally, Dr. Lockhart is a freelance writer for PBS Kids for Parents and a contributor for The Gottman Institute. Dr. Lockhart also serves as a Review Board Member for Verywell Family and Parents. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions: 0:00 - Intro2:20 - How did Ann-Louise get started?6:18 - What does it mean to be a parenting coach?8:25 - Where to find trustworthy information on parenting?10:58 - Debunking common parenting myths.13:05 - Why young people are less resilient today?16:40 - How being a new parent affects your mental health.19:05 - How to feel less guilty and find the balance as a working parent?23:13 - Are there additional challenges of being a single parent?25:08 - How can HR / employers provide support to employees who are parents?28:17 - Is there a rise in mental illness in young people today?31:33 - How parents and teachers can best support children with mental illness.34:22 - When should you get a mental health professional to help your child?36:10 - What can we learn from high performing athletes like Simone biles who took a mental health break?38:05 - How do you know when to take a break vs pushing through to develop grit? 42:52 - What are extra considerations for parents who's child has ADHD?45:45 - Why have we seen a rise in ADHD diagnosis?49:15 - How do you know whether your child has ADHD or a different mental health diagnosis?52:55 - What should you do when you feel exhausted as a parent?55:55 - How do you manage having a different parenting style to your partner?58:25 - What can you do to help your child open up?1:00:43 - What is Ann-Louise's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Dr. Lockhart:https://www.anewdaysa.com/meet-the-teamLearn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Sport: It is about so much more than just physical fitness. It is also excellent for your mental health and can provide you with a sense of belonging and community through being part of a team. This is why is it important that everyone has access to being able to play a sport, regardless of their gender or sexuality. In today's episode we will delve into the benefits of playing a sport, but also what we can do to make it more inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community.Our guest today is Jason ball, one of the first openly gay Aussie Rules players in Australia which was a game changer in this hyper-masculine sport. He's been named Young Australian of the Year for his advocacy work in promoting equality for LGBTQ+ players, and has undertaken ambassador roles with Beyond Blue, the Safe Schools Coalition, the Victorian Pride Centre, and the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival, just to name a few! In this episode, he will share with us why it was initially difficult to accept his sexuality and his journey of coming out, and what we can do to make it easier for others to share their true identity both at home and at work.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:0:00 - Intro2:10 - How Jason Ball got started in playing professional sport3:55 - The benefits of playing sport on your mental health 6:50 - The role of diet on your physical and mental health 8:10 - How to deal with pressure when playing professional sport 10:30 - Why Jason's sexuality initially caused him to leave his sporting career 14:30 - What made Jason finally come out with his true identity 20:55 - How to deal with a negative response when coming out23:35 - The unique mental health challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community 25:30 - How to reduce discrimination towards the LGBTQ+ community28:35 - What is needed to create a more inclusive environment for the LGBTQ+ community 33:04 - How can one be an ally? 36:15 - How do we know we have created an inclusive society?38:55 - Why is representation important?41:30 - What is toxic masculinity?45:00 - How to challenge gender stereotypes47:06 - When should LGBTQ people seek professional help and what are available services in Australia?50:30 - What has Jason learnt about managing stress and negative emotions?52:45 - What is Jason's one message to those who are questioning their identity and their allies54:00 - What is Jason's one wellbeing practiceLearn more about Jason here:https://jasonball.com.au/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjasonball/Learn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Bosses are finding Gen Z to be something of a nightmare.  They've found that they have poor work ethic, miss meetings, and even ditch the company on their first day of work.  In contrast, Gen Z workers say their employers don't understand them.  Angela Lim, Clearhead CEO, told Mike Hosking that there's been a distinct cultural shift, boundaries blurring between personal and work lives.   Another shift, she said, is in values. Lim said that young people want their employers to make a stand on social issues, to have more meaning or purpose in their jobs as opposed to just collecting a paycheck.  This can cause a lot of friction, she told Hosking, unless both parties are trained in having difficult conversations and know how to incorporate those different work styles.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Menopause is a significant life transition that 50% of the population goes through, but often is not talked about enough, especially in the workplace. Aside from physical symptoms, menopause can also have a big impact on your mental health. In this episode, we'll be learning what is menopause and how to manage it both in your personal and work lives. Dr Linda Dear MBBS, FRNZCGP, BA (Hons) Psychology, DRCOG, NCMP. Linda is a specialist GP and Menopause Doctor, trained in the UK and based in New Zealand. She currently runs a private menopause clinic called Menodoctor and sees women from all over the country for specialist consultations. She has also created New Zealand and Australia's largest survey on menopause and runs menopause training and education service for workplaces. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:05 - What was Linda's journey to becoming a menopause doctor?3:50 - What is menopause?6:15 - What age does menopause start?8:50 - How do you know if you are experiencing menopause?10:50 - What are menopause-related mental health symptoms?14:04 - What can you do to manage the menopause-related mental health symptoms?17:50 - How does Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) work?22:15 - How long should you stay on HRT?24:40 - How do you treat vaginal symptoms related to menopause?26:10 - What lifestyle changes improve the transition through menopause?32.37 - How does menopause impact someone at work and how can organisations support them?37:40 - How can managers better support employees who are experiencing menopause?41:50 - What resources are available to assist workplaces to better support employees experiencing menopause?44:10 - Can men also experience menopause?47:30 - Are there higher risk groups that will experience a more difficult perimenopausal period?51:45 - Are there special considerations organisations with a predominantly female workforce need to be aware of?54:40 - What is a menopause policy?57:09 - What are the key findings from the largest menopause survey?1:00:50 - What is Linda's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Linda:https://menodoctor.com/pages/abouthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamdear/?originalSubdomain=nz Helpful resources:Perimenopausal or Menopausal Quiz:https://menodoctor.com/pages/about#quiz-qrHPoPLearn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Addiction is a major global issue. While it may be seen as ‘part of our culture' to use alcohol or even recreational drugs to unwind and celebrate important milestones, substance abuse often goes unnoticed until it has already taken a toll on our relationships, safety, and mental health. Whereby, the Alcohol and drug foundation states that 1 in 3 adults drink alcohol at levels that put them at risk of alcohol-related disease or injury. In this episode, we'll be unpacking how and why people become addicted to substances, and what we can do to help people overcome addiction.Kenenth's biography:Dr. Kenneth Leonard is the Director of the Clinical Institute on Addictions, and Research Professor in Psychiatry at the University at Buffalo Medical School in New York. He is a member of multiple research journals' editorial boards and various research organisations specialising in alcoholism. Kenneth is internationally recognised for his research on the impact of substance abuse on relationships and has published more than 200 articles, including on the topic of alcohol's influence on domestic violence and child development, and the role of family in the prevention and treatment of addiction.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:30 - Why Kenneth started his research on alcoholism?3:40 - What causes addiction?5:55 - What is considered heavy and regular drinking?8:10 - Who is susceptible to addiction? 9.50 - Why do people self medicate with drugs and alcohol? 11:28 - What is the first step to reducing our dependency on using substances?13:53 - How to assess your level of addiction?15:07 - Negative impact of alcohol on marriages and child development.18:35 - Role of marriage and childbirth in reducing addiction.20:25 - What are the advantages of children with secure attachment?21:50 - How you social environment influences your level of addiction.23:45 - How to build self awareness about your level of addiction?25:40 - Why we should not protect our loved ones from the consequences of their addiction.27:22 - Tips on how to approach people about their drinking.29:15 - When should you approach them about their drinking?34:55 - How many times do people need treatment before they recover?35:37 - What are the treatment options out there?39:25 - How to put a plan in place to prevent relapse44:51 - Cold turkey vs gradual reduction 46.33 - What can you do if rehab hasn't worked47:50 - Are there generational differences in substance abuse50:00 - What to know about cannabis use 51:57 - what government policies can help with reducing substance abuse?53:13 - What is the role of alcohol in domestic violence56:12 - What is Ken's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Kenneth:Website: www.buffalo.edu/cria Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UBResearchInstituteonAddictions?ref=hi Twitter: https://twitter.com/UB_RIA Helpful resources:Check Your Drinking Tool: https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/checkyourdrinking/index.html Learn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Everyone has their own challenges to face, but have you ever considered yourself to be an obstacle in your mental health journey? Whether you are aware of it or not, it's easier than you think to find yourself ‘in your own mental prison,' letting certain doubts and beliefs hold you back from your full potential. In this webinar, we are joined by Dr. Paul Wood, who will help us learn how turn our post traumatic stress into post-traumatic growth.Paul's Biography:Dr. Paul Wood, best-selling author of bestselling author of “How to Escape from Prison” and “Mental Fitness” will be sharing how to use your experiences to inspire you and lift you up, rather than hold you down. Paul has dealt with his own fair share of grief, fear, and troubling times, overcoming a situation that felt hopeless and a 10-year prison sentence to become a beacon of hope for those in similar circumstances. Now a thriving husband, father, and speaker, he has dedicated his life to helping people become mentally fit and ‘free,' able to turn their darkest moments into valuable lessons that make them stronger and more equipped to build a life they are proud of. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:20 - Reflecting on our mental state when experiencing problems.5:05 - What were the factors that led Paul to commit murder and get sent to prison for 10 years?9:35 - How Paul processed being sexually abused as a youth to prevent himself from developing PTSD.13:30 - The power of therapy in recovering from trauma.15:25 - What are your mental health symptoms trying to tell you?17:50 - How to adopt a trauma-informed approach to become a better person.19:55 - What was the turning point for Paul to change his life and mindset?21:30 - What is post traumatic growth and the importance of having a sense of progress.27:50 - How to develop a “stress is enhancing” mindset to stay resilient.29:15 - How to cope with multiple life challenges at once when you are emotionally fatigued.33:25 - What are the habits needed to stay mentally fit and overcome adversity?40:30 - How to change your social circles if they are not healthy for you.45:50 - How to stop comparing your life with others.48:35 - How do we escape the prison of our mind and self actualize.51:24 - The importance of work life balance and investing in your personal relationships.52:45 - What is Paul's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Paul:https://paulwood.com/Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

There are lots of studies that show innovation is unlocked when you have a diverse workforce that brings together individuals with unique perspectives, knowledge, and experiences. However, if we are not equipped with the right tools to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, we risk continuing to disproportionately affect underrepresented communities by failing to construct a safe psychosocial environment for everyone. In today's webinar we will speak with Meghna Majmudar from Ready Set to discuss the trials that underrepresented communities face in the workforce, and the practical, actionable steps we can take to create an environment where cultural differences are not only acknowledged, but integrated into every aspect of the organisation.Meghna's Biography:Meghna is an experienced anthropologist, strategist, and transformational neuro-linguistic programming practitioner and through her work, she has learnt how to highlight where unfair power imbalances are occurring and propose solutions to help people feel safe in their identities at work. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:00 - How Meghna got started.3:45 - What does the minority experience feel like?5:00 - How to balance assimilation vs authentically showing your identity.8:00 - Using the term "Underestimated identity" to reframe underrepresented communities.9:28 - When does bias become negative?11:15 - How does bias enter the workplace?13:12 - What are the 4 stages of the DEI maturity model?16:20 - How do you give feedback in a safe and culturally appropriate manner?24:15 - What does having an 'overly nice' work culture mean?27:26 - How to use the ROPA framework to decide whether to speak out about bias at work.30:20 - How can implementing DEI go wrong at work?38:00 - What is real allyship for minorities?46:00 - What is the communication style needed to support DEI?51:28 - How to navigate the difference in generational attitude at work.54:30 - What does successful DEI implementation look like?56:05 - What is Meghna's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Meghna:https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghnamajmudar/Learn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Angela Lim is a doctor and tech entrepreneur who founded the mental health and wellbeing platform Clearhead five years ago. In the past year, it has supported 180,000 New Zealanders, through some of the country's biggest workplaces. These are in-person and on-line therapy sessions with qualified clinicians around the country. Clearhead boasts a two to three day wait time for a session, and offers therapy times outside of normal working hours, to suit the client. Dr Lim says Clearhead has never been funded by Te Whatu Ora, nor has it shown any interest. She says it's frustrating to see how little has changed in the publicly funded mental health sector. RNZ news is reporting today that most of the staff recruited to the 664-million-dollar scheme putting mental health advisers into GP clinics and other primary care settings have come from within the mental health sector, creating gaps in other areas. Clearhead has just released statistics from the past year - showing what the key concerns of its users are. Not surprisingly perhaps, anxiety is number one.

Most people would like to know how to become a high performer, or at the very least more confident and less self-critical. However, the secret habits and quiet discipline to build the resilience required in becoming the best is not always easily understood. Whether it is imposter syndrome or self-sabotage that is preventing us from unlocking our true potential, there are simple steps we can take to overcome our brain's inherent bias and limitations in the face of failure. To help us unpack the psychology behind high performance and consistently enter a state of flow, even for those of us who are not professional athletes, is Dr. Nate Zinsser. Nate's biography: Dr. Nate Zinsser is an expert in the psychology of human performance and have consulted with many high performing individuals and organisations seeking a competitive edge. Dr Zinsser has been at the forefront of applied sport psychology for over thirty years and is the Director of a cutting edge program at the United States Military Academy's Center for Enhanced Performance, personally conducting over seventeen thousand individual training sessions and seven hundred team training sessions for cadets seeking the mental edge for athletic, academic, and military performance. He is also the author of multiple research papers, a textbook and his latest book, The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide for Unshakable Performance has been endorsed by Olympic coaches and more. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions. 2:44 - What got Nate interested in understanding the psychology of high performers? 4:10 - What is the role of psychology on top of raw talent in high performers? 6:22 - What is the number 1 myth about becoming a high performer? 9:53 - How can one consistently enter a state of flow? 13:07 - What are techniques to quieten your inner critic and build self confidence? 22:18 - Why do we constantly have so many negative thoughts? 26:23 - How do you know if you are a high performer or not? 30:35 - How to assess for high performers in job interviews. 32:35 - How does self sabotage prevent people from unlocking their true potential. 35:35 - How can one overcome imposter syndrome through positive affirmation? 40:29 - Can one overcome failure by just working on our strengths? 43:28 - How does one develop resilience in the face of failure by recognising our brain's attribution bias? 46:26 - How long should one be analysing one's failure for? 50:55 - What is the role of resilience in becoming a high performer? 53:59 - Why cultivating an anti-fragile and optimistic mindset is a personal choice everyone can make. 56:47 - What is the role of a leader in creating high performing teams? 1:00:30 - Why self-discipline is the secret to self confidence. 1:02:06 - What is Nate's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Nate: https://www.natezinsser.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-zinsser-35349010/ Helpful resources:- Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl - Meditations by Marcus Aurelius- Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

There is never a good reason for bullying and sexual harassment to exist in the workplace. Due to fear of repercussions towards the victims, these cases are rarely reported with only 1 in 4 cases estimated to be reported. Shockingly, the perpetrators of these negative behaviours often don't realise they are at fault and the bystander effect means that their behaviour never gets challenged. Additionally, minorities in the workplace tend to be disproportionately affected by this. The first step to creating a psychologically safe workplace for everyone is to understand why and how these negative interpersonal behaviours at work occur and foster new understandings of how to deal with bullying in the workplace. Ivana's biography: Ivana Vranjes is an Assistant professor in Work and Organisational Psychology at Tilburg University in the Netherlands. She obtained her PhD in workplace cyberbullying in Belgium for which she collaborated with several private and public companies to collect data and develop an understanding of why people misbehave online. With further research projects completed in Canada and Finland on inappropriate workplace behaviors, such as aggression, bullying and sexual harassment. Her current focus is looking at how people who engage in mistreatment at work reflect on their own behaviour, in order to break the negative spirals of mistreatment at work. She also brings to the table valuable insights on how technology is shaping the way we work, and the impact it has on the way we are communicating with each other. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions: 2:50 - How did Ivana get first become interested in the topic of cyber bullying? 4:00 - How does technology affect people's wellbeing and way of work? 5:20 - How flexibility allows for the best balance of hybrid work. 7:30 - How does cyberbullying at work manifest? 10:00 - What is the psychology behind the perpetrators of bullying at work? 12:40 - What is the impact on people who have been bullied? 14:35 - What are the signs that someone is being bullied? 17:10 - How do people successfully stop bullying from happening? 21:53 - What is 'The Bystander Effect' and how does it perpetuate bullying? 24:17 - Is Bystander Training to stop bullying the same as Conflict Management Training? 28:00 - What are the work environments where bullying is more likely to occur? 29:45 - What are preventative measures the organisation can take to prevent bullying at work? 31:10 - How annual performance reviews can be used to monitor bullying. 33:50 - In what circumstances does sexual harassment usually occur? 36:50 - What are the mechanisms in place that allow the victim to stand up against the bully, when the bully is in a more powerful position? 42:22 - How does the Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial make people think that most sexual harassment claims are false? 47:30 - How can we confront men's fear of supporting women at work and the fear of untrue harassment claims? 52:50 - How people can navigate the shifting lines of what behaviour is considered discrimination? 56:00 - What are successful strategies to reduce harassment or bullying at work? 57:50 - What is Ivana's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Ivana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivana-vranjes-4554506b/Learn more about Clearhead: https://www.myclearhead.com/

In Episode 68, Sunny and Mayank sat down with Angela Lim, a paediatric-trainee turned mental health technology entrepreneur, founding the company Clearhead.Angela graduated from the University of Auckland's medical school and started paediatrics training at Starship Hospital, but her passion for tackling inequality led her to take a break from clinical practice in order to focus on developing scalable innovative solutions in health. She has been involved in multiple research projects including during her sabbatical at the Harvard School of Public Health, which resulted in publications in international peer-reviewed journals. We dive deeper into her roots growing up in Malaysia, the role model her grandmother is for her, walking away from medicine and building a startup as a female leader, and so much more.Join Sunny and Mayank wherever you get your podcasts -- Apple Podcast, Spotify, and more.______________There are some sensitive topics we touch on regarding mental health so if there are any triggers for you please know there is support and there will be plenty of links in access below.LifeLine - Ph: 13 11 14 https://www.lifeline.org.au/Banksia Project - https://thebanksiaproject.org.au/Mr. Perfect - https://mrperfect.org.au/______________As always, Bottled Up is a passion project to help provide a voice to those many men who are going through the peaks and troughs of life. We are not trained professionals and if you're worried about someone close to you and their mental wellbeing, it's important to get professional advice.Start a conversation with them and let them know that they're not alone and that there are many support resources out there - including friends, family, school chaplains and plenty more!If you're feeling distressed or overwhelmed, Beyond Blue has a number of trained mental health professionals available 24/7 on 1800 512 348.For immediate support, call Lifeline on 13 11 44 and in an emergency, always dial 000.______________Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

It can be hard to stay positive when you are facing adversity, and it can be even harder to learn how to pull yourself out of a rut and start building positivity into your daily life. This session covers how you can stay optimistic and pick yourself up when you are down no matter how big or small the trials that you face are. Suzy's biography: Today's guest is Dr. Suzy Green. Suzy is a Clinical Psychologist and the Founder of The Positivity Institute, a organisation dedicated to the research and application of the science of optimal human functioning in organisations and schools. She is a leader in Coaching Psychology and Positive Psychology and has published over twenty peer reviewed journal articles. She lectures at University of Sydney and is a fellow at Australia's Black Dog Institute, and has worked with many large organisations such as ANZ, Fitbit, Nivea, Office works and more. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:20 - How did suzy get started into positivity psychology4:00 - What is positive psychology6:08 - Why is it so hard for people to take action to proactively maintain their mental wellbeing7:55 - What are automatic negative thoughts that stop us from making positive behaviour change? 9:00 - How can you use mindfulness to be aware of the automatic negative thoughts12:50 - What are prime statements and how does it change your negative mindset to a positive one. 14:55 - how to overcome unhelpful beliefs such as "I am incompetent" and "I am unloveable" and have more of a growth mindset.17:35 - How to accept and deal with situations that is not in your control.20:50- What does it mean to be my best possible self and to live by our values22:20 - When and where to get professional help including EAP support23:10 - How to stay positive when you are overwhelmed when multiple things are going wrong at the same time.27:20 - how to learn to ask for help even if you are coping and avoid learned helplessness. 29:10 - what is toxic positivity32:33 - How to determine which mental health category you are in eg. flourishing, languishing, burnout, clinical depression, etc. 36:30 - Strategies to stay positive and practice self-compassion38:30 - What are common psychosocial hazards at work.40:30 - How to deal with constantly changing priorities at work42:50 - What is the role of EAP to identify the psychosocial risks, assist middle managers, and support employees with mental illness and returning to work47:00 - What can individuals do to prevent burnout 50:00 - How can one get into the habit of regularly practice mental wellbeing techniques 54:20 - What is Suzy's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Suzy here:https://thepositivityinstitute.com.au/https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-suzy-green-the-positivity-institute/Helpful resources:- Clearhead's Finding Purpose Tool- Stephen Covey's Circles of Influence - Dr. Kristin Neff (Self Compassion)- Clearhead's Blog explaing ISO 45003 - Integrated Approach to Workplace Mental Health - Social and Emotional Contagion Theory - The Positivity Institute's Core Values (from Suzy's website)Learn more about Clearhead here:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-actualisation. Have you ever wondered how you could develop more self-love and less imposter syndrome? We scale the pyramid of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to discuss what you can do to quieten the inner critic that makes you feel like you aren't good enough, and unpack how to reduce the constant need to seek external validation from others.About Marco: Today's guest is Marco Sander, a German psychologist and author who has coached more than 400 people worldwide on a 1-on-1 setting. He is prolific at creating mental wellbeing content on youtube with almost 70k followers and achieving millions of views on his videos. His work with entrepreneurs who are outwardly rich and successful but still suffering from low self esteem, confidence, and insecurity makes him the perfect guest to explore this topic with us in this session.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2:34: Why did Marco become a psychologist?4:25 - What is the difference between self esteem and confidence?7:30 - Can you have high self esteem that is not dependent on other people's opinions?11:10 - What are some strategies to help improve your self esteem?16:55 - Why “rich and successful” people may still feel unloved and not good enough21:10 - What can you do to figure out what you actually value that will bring you happiness.24:54 - Why habits that help you develop self awareness are the most important step.28:30 - What are the questions to ask yourself to figure out who you are and what do you actually want in life32:30 - How long does it take before you see positive change once you take action?36:37 - What is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?38:35 - Why you stop feeling jealousy once you reach self actualisation?40:20 - The missing final stage in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, 'Self Transcendence' (or 'Enlightenment')41:50 - What are the signs that you have a healthy self esteem vs narcissism?44:34 - What is the difference between confidence and arrogance in the context of tall poppy syndrome?48:55 - How does one deal with imposter syndrome?49:40 - What is Marco's one wellbeing practice?To learn more about Marco, visit: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarcoSanderCoachingWebsite: https://www.marcosander.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marco_sander_coachingTo learn more about Clearhead, visit:https://www.myclearhead.com/

In this episode of the WFLS podcast, we chat with Dr Angela Lim.

Every day in the news, we hear about how divisive countries have become. In the workplace, relationship conflict is one of the most common issues individual employees and managers struggle with. Of course the holy grail we are all working towards is developing highly effective and collaborative teams to unlock innovation and productivity in the workplace. Here to tell us the secrets to making this happen through better understanding the different personality types out there is Dr. Stephanie Schoss!About Stephanie:Stephanie is a Chairwoman of her own business psychology company and Director at Switzerland's HSG Executive School of Management responsible for high ranking C-Level and Board-level Programmes. Stephanie completed her studies at prestigious universities including Harvard and wrote her doctoral thesis about team effectiveness. Her main research and teaching focus is on team personality, self-leadership, and the effects of conflicts, empathy, and “we-consciousness” on team effectiveness. Besides her academic career, Stephanie is an active entrepreneur and a passionate (private and commercial) pilot and recognised as manager of the year in 2013 by Generation CEO.In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:02.00: How Stephanie developed her interest in creating the blueprint of successful teams.03.36: How is personality defined? 05.20: What are the different personality types?07.45: How do you deal with misunderstanding in a diverse team?08.20: What is the secret to creating successful teams?09.35: 3 steps to resolving conflicts in a team using the “Clear the air” conflict management technique.13.50: Are personality tests like Myers Briggs helpful? 14.50: What are the risks of using personality tests.17.14: What is the leadership of self mean?18:50: What are the different type of motives that gives us energy and brings us joy in life?20.55: How self awareness and self regulation makes you the best leader possible for others.22.40: How to give constructive feedback to your manager without causing any misunderstanding. 28.00: Why conflict management technique starts with managing your own thoughts and emotions.30.15: What should you do when you have a toxic manager? 34.50: Are younger generations less resilient than before leading to higher employer turnover?37.35: Does mental illness change your personality and vice versa? 42.30: What is the best way to deal with someone's strength or weakness?45.25: What is the neuroscience behind personality? 47.20: How leaders use story telling to align employees internal purpose to motivate differentpersonality types to achieve company goals. 50.45: How leaders create psychologically safe workplace that gives employees the permission to bring their authentic self to work. 53.17: What can you do to be more confident in who you are as a person? 56.05: Should managers do anything if they feel their employees are not comfortable showing their real self? 57.55: What is Stephanie's one well-being practice?Learn more about Stephanie:https://es.unisg.ch/en/person/dr-schoss-stephanie/ Learn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

Employees are increasingly expecting their employers to create workplaces that prioritises their wellbeing and provide them with free mental health support. We also see governments all around the world, especially Australia, introducing legislations that enforce the creation of psychologically safe workplaces. With all these changes coming, we speak to our guest Rachel King who unpacks what all these changes mean for employers.About Rachel:Today's guest is Rachel King who runs the company Human Risk Management, where she is dedicated to sharing her knowledge with boards, CEOs and their teams to help them meet their legal and regulatory obligations around Human Risk. This includes Mental Health Risk while also increasing the value of their most valuable asset, their human capital. In this episode, we dive deep into answering the following thorny questions:2.05: How Rachel got started.3.30: What happens when the brain is constantly under stress?7.00: What are common psychosocial hazards at work?11.05: What is the role of EAP to support employees mental health?19.03: What does successful workplace wellbeing look like?22.35: What does psychological safety mean?28.10: Is mental health first aid training valuable for managers?33.15: The importance of developing self awareness and checking in with yourself.36.25: How do you get leadership buy in and show the ROI of employee wellbeing support?41.36: What is Rachel's one wellbeing practice?Learn more about Rachel here:https://www.rachelking.global/abouthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-ki...Learn more about Clearhead:https://www.myclearhead.com/

This is a must listen episode for anyone who relies on their website to convert business! AJ Davis joins the show to enlighten us on the power of great website research, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and the importance of understanding consumer behavior. AJ is a CRO specialist and founder of Experiment Zone, a company dedicated to helping online businesses grow their revenue by improving website user experience through scientifically proven methods. Before starting Experiment Zone in 2017 AJ led optimization strategy for multiple Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead, including CVS, Steve Madden, and Lululemon. Prior to her time at Clearhead, AJ was the lead UX researcher for Google Optimize and was on the team from ideation at a sprint week to product launch. AJ is a Wellesley College alumnae and has a masters in Human Factors in Information Design from Bentley University. Currently AJ is in the process of developing the Experiment Zone Podcast where she will be interviewing CMOs & industry experts on a variety of topics including CRO strategy, A/B testing and implementation, and most importantly, how businesses can increase their revenue from website traffic. In this chat, AJ shares a few CRO tips and tricks and pulls examples from her real world experience to illustrate some of the best practices and basic principles that all businesses should be applying to their online presence.   Connect with AJ:   Website: https://experimentzone.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experimentzone/ Experiment Zone Podcast: Coming Soon!    Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mikedicioccio   Produced by Social Chameleon: https://www.socialchameleon.us   Interview Recorded via Riverside.fm: https://riverside.fm/homepage?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=mike-dicioccio   Mike'D Up! Merch: https://mikedupmerch.com

In this episode, I interview Dr. Angela Lim, the Co-Founder, and CEO of Clearhead. Angela has set up her own business to assist employees in remaining resilient, avoiding burnout, being more productive, and feeling more confident in doing their tasks. Angela, a trained medical doctor, has decided to leave her previous job to pursue the opportunity she saw for employers to step up in providing better mental health and wellbeing support for their people. Clearhead was established in 2018 and has been running for 5 years. Went from basically no customers to a 15% market share in one year. Last year they9x  their revenue and 6x their customers and 3x their workforce to 20 FTEs. Growing a small business, according to Angela, necessitates being self-aware of your mental state in order to work efficiently. So she says, “If you give up, then your team will give up. If you're excited, your team will be excited.  This Cast Covers: Running an employee well-being solution that was delivered both online and in person with the help of intelligent AI support. Providing mental health support for those employees that are struggling but also to small business owners. Tips and tools on how to helping business owners and their employees to stay resilient prevent burnout be more productive, and be more confident. How running your own business is like training to be a professional athlete Sharing the highs and lows of running a startup to the steps to finding product market fit Discuss the growing pains from going from no customers to a 15% market share in one year. Discussing Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and LifeTime Value (LTV). Links: Angela's Linkedin Additional Resources: Clearhead Good to Great by Jim Collins     Quotes: “Culture is not what you say it's what you do.” —Angela Lim “Humans don't change unless you make it very clear why they should change.” —Angela Lim “Success for Clearhead is to be the go-to digital mental health brand that people trust .” —Angela Lim “You have to dutifully understand who your customers are.” —Angela Lim “If you build something that people resonate with, you are solving a meaningful problem, that's when you know you've found product marketing fit. —Angela Lim  

It's the first week back for most people in 2023 and it sure feels hard to kick start back into the new year. For some its due to the overhang of being burnt out last year and for others the New Year serves as a cyclical marker of time during which the break gave us a bit of time to reflect and re-evaluate whether we are living our best lives that is consistent with our values. It is this search for meaning and purpose that we will delve into today.Clearhead has launched our free AI tool to help you find your purpose - check it out here: https://www.myclearhead.com/finding-purposeShruthi biography:Today's guest is Shruthi Vijayakumar a coach and educator based in Aotearoa NZ, hailing from South India but is at heart a global citizen. As today's topic touches on how one is able to step off the rat race and find fulfilment beyond one's own personal needs, I will rattle off some of Shruthi's background to provide context. Shruthi is an alumni of the University of Oxford, World Economic Forum global shaper, former Boston Consulting Group (BCG) consultant and Westpac bank's advisory panel member.Instead of continuing to chase these traditional metrics of success, Shruthi now coaches social impact driven business leaders and changemakers, supporting them with their inner wellbeing and in creating organisations and societies that foster the wellbeing of people and Nature. She does this by harnessing the wisdom across Indigenous, Eastern & Western knowledge systems. Welcome Shruthi.In this episode, we really dive deep into answering the following thorny questions.2.20: How does society condition us to chase conventional external metrics of success.7.05: What brings fulfilment, wellbeing and happiness?10.22: What are the philosophies behind achieving a peace of mind?15.02: Why does the paradox of choice robs us of contentment?16.10: What were the steps Shruthi took to leave BCG management consulting and live a life that is more aligned to her purpose.20.02: Can business be a force for good?22.01: What you can do to explore when you are feeling stuck in your life?24.12: How do you figure out the personal values that shapes your purpose?27.15: What are the fears that stops you from transitioning into a more purposeful life?31.10: Why you need to continue to do the internal work to feel that you are enough even when doing more social impact work.32.45: What does a more purposeful life look like?38.20: The importance of figuring out your strengths in helping you find your purpose.39.38: Practical tools to help you be more aligned day to day rather than being driven by fear. 43.45: Importance of stillness in understanding what you need in your life.46.39: Meditation and indigenous world views of wellbeing50.50: How to question the traditional paradigms of how to live a meaningful life52.18: Bringing together all the learnings we shared today52.53: Shruthi's go to wellbeing practice.Learn more about Shruthi: https://www.shruthi.co/ Have a burning question about mental health that you want us to answer? Email us at contact@myclearhead.com, or visit our website: www.myclearhead.com

I know it's very tempting to include so much content on your website to convince your visitors to take action. But the more you add content and information, the harder it gets to navigate the site and overwhelms the users.  So how can you win both on User Experience and Conversions? That's what we're going to tackle today with AJ Davis. AJ is a conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods. Prior to starting Experiment Zone in 2017, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product. I have invited AJ to share her thoughts on several issues regarding improving User Experience and CRO.  We have discussed why user experience is underrated and how important it really is? How to recreate the experience of buying something in-store or in-person and transform that online? What type of research and development can you do to get accurate data on how users like to go through their buying journey? We also talked about how to do A/B test pages? What eCommerce product pages should be prioritized? Ultimately, AJ shared the essential elements that go into a site experience audit. If you are looking for ways to accelerate your online business, listen to this incredible episode and find out how to double your earnings. Don't miss out. Tune in now!   Episode Highlights 02:06 Why you shouldn't turn a blind eye on User Experience 04:07 How does A/B Testing fill the gap in User Experience 08:01 How can you help your customers pick the right product/service for them? 11:03 Information is the key to success 15:03 AJ's key takeaway on creating a website 17:35 Building trust means increasing the Lifetime Value 19:25 Giving the right content at the right moment 22:52 What are the elements that a winning page has? 27:15 Is having reviews still important? About The Guest AJ Davis is a conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods. Prior to starting Experiment Zone in 2017, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product.   Resource Links ➥ Buying Online Businesses Website (https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com)  ➥ Download the Due Diligence Framework  (https://buyingonlinebusinesses.com/freeresources/) ➥ Visit Niche Website Builders and get EXCLUSIVE OFFERS here as a BOB listener (https://bit.ly/3BusZE3)   Connect with AJ Davis: ➥ Experiment Zone: www.experimentzone.com ➥ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experimentzone/ ➥ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ExperimentZoneCo/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Trigger warning.** This episode contains content on suicide and mental health distress. If you need help please reach out to your free available mental health helplines or reach out to Clearhead for support if your employer uses Clearhead as your EAP provider.Today we are looking at what we can do to improve the mental resilience of those in the construction and manufacturing industry where the pressures of the jobs are really high. We also understand that it has traditionally been very hard to reach the stereotypical blue collar worker as due to the stigma they feel the need to portray an image of toughness and that everything is alright. However what we know from the research for example is that construction workers are six times more likely to lose their lives due to suicide than in a workplace accident.Joining me today are 3 very special guests. We will kick off with Mates in Construction field workers Nicole and Nathan. Mates in Construction is an industry backed, research-based, suicide prevention and support program to share the insights they have learnt onsite. Then we will get Rob to share his personal story about how he got to the brink of suicide and how he turned it all around as founder of Beard Brothers, award-winning sausages and one of Deloitte's Top 50 fastest-growing companies of 2022.In this episode, we really dive deep into answering the following thorny subjects:2.00 - Mates in construction introduces themselves3.25 - What are the challenges for the construction industry4.55 - How to address the systemic issues in the construction industry8.23 - How do you define wellbeing for those that might think it's fluffy11.35 - What are the cultural considerations for migrant mental health16.05 - Rob shares his personal story with overcoming his suicidal thoughts27.21 - Angela summarise what are the signs of someone who is feeling suicidal33.40 - What are the wellbeing practices to stay well after going through severe depression?36.50 - What do you do to maintain work-life balance in high workload/ pressure environment?38.15 - How do you check in with someone you are worried about?40.18 - Angela summarise what you can do if you are struggling with your mental health.43.40 - What can you do when life get overwhelming and find balance.47.45 - How do you move away from using alcohol to self medicate your stress.53.50 - How do you get people to share about their mental health and wellbeing.57.10 - What is our guests one well-being practice?Visit: https://mates.net.nz/https://mentalhealth.org.nz/suicide-prevention

Angela Lim is a serial health tech entrepreneur focused on innovative solutions and a former pediatric doctor at Auckland Hospital. She is the CEO and cofounder of Clearhead, a digital mental health company with a strong social mission to improve access to personalized care for everyone and empower them to maintain their well-being. Clearhead was one of the stars of the Community Safety and Wellness Accelerator, which is operated by AlchemistX in partnership with Alberta Innovates and the Edmonton Police Foundation.

This week on the Voices of CX Podcast we hosted AJ Davis, Founder and CEO of Experiment Zone, to discuss the utility of Conversion Rate Optimization, and how it bridges the gap between economics and human behavior. Understanding what really goes into customers' decision-making is a lot more complicated than simple AB testing; it might get you by, but it won't tell you the whole story. That's where AJ comes in.

Conversion rate optimization is a broad term, but it boils down to one thing: learning what your customers want and delivering it.    AJ Davis of Experiment zone joins Matt to talk about everything from Conversion Rate Optimisation to how adopting an experimentation culture can help you find out what your customers want and how to get them on board!   AJ Davis is a conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods.   Prior to starting Experiment Zone in 2017, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product.   Links to other platforms where this podcast is available Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify    

Hosted by Dr Angela Lim, Clearhead co-founder and medical doctor, Clear the Air is a podcast covering those experiences in your life or questions you have that you feel too vulnerable to share with those around you. We speak with experts to share the science behind what you're experiencing and explore the answers to those questions. Together we get real and raw on the existential questions covering mental health and wellbeing that have puzzled humans for millennia.Learn more about Clearheadhttps://www.myclearhead.com

The Government is starting a mental health nursing recruitment drive, funding registered nurses to specialise in mental health.  It's also announced two more apps that kiwis can download for free to help with mental health support.  These announcements came on the same day as a damning report by the mental health and wellbeing commission calling for transformation in the sector.  Dr. Angela Lim, the CEO of an online mental health platform Clearhead joined Kate Hawkesby. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government is starting a mental health nursing recruitment drive, funding registered nurses to specialise in mental health.  It's also announced two more apps that kiwis can download for free to help with mental health support.  These announcements came on the same day as a damning report by the mental health and wellbeing commission calling for transformation in the sector.  Dr. Angela Lim, the CEO of an online mental health platform Clearhead joined Kate Hawkesby. LISTEN ABOVE 

Conversion rate optimization is a valuable tool in a startup's took kit. Especially for eCommerce sites.It helps you dive deep into your key audience and identify what language or messaging best speaks to their needs, resulting in greater customer conversion and retention.Our guest, AJ Davis, is a conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods. Before starting Experiment Zone in 2017, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product. To learn more about how the Experiment Zone can help your startup grow, please visit: https://experimentzone.com/Follow and connect with AJ and the Experiment Zone on social:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajdavisatx/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ExperimentZone_ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/StartupInsightsPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajdavis_atx/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJMkmKk6Rw6s5pLRnMgnV6w Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/startupinsights/ 00:00 - meet CRO specialist AJ Davis!07:30 - AJ's pre-entrepreneurship story14:00 - how AJ launched Experiment Zone AND turned her employer into the first customer 22:10 - what is conversion rate optimization25:30 - how Experiment Zone helps you convert visitors into customers and retain those new customers29:10 - If we just test red button or blue button, we don't learn a lot about our customers. 34:15 - how to use your Shopify analytics to improve your conversion rate optimization40:40 - why hiring a CRO specialist will help your startup grow faster43:25 - advice for diluting bro culture dynamics48:50 - why framing everything as an experiment will help you fail fasterThank you for carving out time to improve your Founder Game - when you do better, your business will do better - cheers!Ande ♥http://andelyons.com#croforstartups #conversionrateoptimizationforstartups CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE: https://andelyons.com https://twitter.com/AndeLyonshttps://www.facebook.com/StartupLifew... https://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/ https://www.pinterest.com/andelyons/ https://angel.co/andelyons TikTok: @andelyonsANDELICIOUS RESOURCES:JOIN STARTUP LIFE LIVE MEETUP GROUPGet an alert whenever I post a new show!https://bit.ly/StartupLifeLIVEAGORAPULSEMy favorite digital marketing dashboard is AGORAPULSE – it's the best platform to manage your social media posts and presence! Learn more here: http://www.agorapulse.com?via=ande17STARTUP DOX Do you need attorney reviewed legal documents for your startup? I'm a proud community partner of Startup Dox, a new service provided by Selvarajah Law PC which helps you draw out all the essential paperwork needed to kickstart your business in a super cost-effective way. All the legal you're looking for… only without confusion or frustration. EVERY filing and document comes with an attorney review. You will never do it alone. Visit https://www.thestartupdox.com/ and use my discount code ANDE10 to receive 10% off your order.SPONSORSHIPIf you resonate with the show's mission of amplifying diverse founder voices while serving first-time founders around the world, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact through sponsoring the Startup Life LIVE Show! ande@andelyons.com.STREAMYARD OVERLAYS AND GRAPHIC DESIGNNicky Pasquierhttps://www.virtuosoassistant.co.uk/Visit Nicky's CANVA Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhUDgDHkkma3YhOf7uy8TAbt7HdkXhSjONicky's Canva Presentation Playlist: http://bit.ly/Canva_Present_PlaylistGET VIDEO/AUDIO TRANSCRIBED WITH OTTER.AIhttps://bit.ly/StartupLifeOtter

Featuring AJ Davis, Founder of Experiment ZoneA conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist and founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods.She's led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product.Episode quote:““It's not just about, did it win or not, but what can we take away from what we saw in the data? What might that mean for the way we brand ourselves or position what we do, what might that mean for our sales conversations?” Visit the complete episode page to learn more. Or subscribe to the GRIN Gets Real podcast where you listen to podcasts.

Dr. Angela Lim is a paediatric-trainee turned mental health technology entrepreneur, founding the company Clearhead. For the impact she has made with Clearhead, she is a finalist of the 2021 Women of Influence Awards for the Innovation, science and health category. Angela has always been passionate about improving patient outcomes and believe that technology has a huge potential in doing that. She also completed research at Harvard University's School of Public Health and attended the Harvard Business School's executive leadership program for value-based healthcare.In this episode, we discuss her journey into medicine and leaving medicine for health tech, the origins of Clearhead, highlights and challenges of the Clearhead journey, leadership, work-life balance and what the future has in store. You can find Clearhead in the link below:https://www.clearhead.org.nz/As always, if you have any feedback or queries, or if you would like to get in touch with the speaker, feel free to get in touch at doctornos@pm.me.Audio credit:Bliss by Luke Bergs https://soundcloud.com/bergscloudCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/e9aXhBQDT9YSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/doctornos)

Today on the show we're joined by Dr Angela Lim, founder of Clearhead, the startup creating your very own digital therapist.Intrigued? Clearhead is an online mental well-being platform, making personalised mental health and wellbeing support accessible for everyone. Why start here? For anyone who's sought support before, you know it can be hard to find where to start; face expensive bills or not gel with your psychologist. Clearhead is changing that.Trained as a Doctor, Angela started her career in paediatrics, before she co-founded Clearhead in 2018. As if running a startup isn't enough, Angela also finds time to give back by sitting on a number of boards and panels for digital health and outcomes for young people.We're tackling how she went from doctor to tech co-founder, how her experience in medicine inspired her to launch Clearhead and so much more.About Angela and ClearheadWant to learn more? Check out Clearhead.Say hi to Angela on LinkedIn.Follow and get in touch with us on Instagram @faceoftechpodcastBig thanks to our sponsors, Common Code who build products, communities and enterprises for a better world.

AJ is a conversion rate optimization (CRO) specialist. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which helps online businesses grow their revenue by improving the user experience of their website using scientific methods. Prior to starting Experiment Zone in 2017, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product. AJ website: https://experimentzone.com/ Leave me a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/successgrid The SuccessGrid Podcast Updates: https://successgrid.subscribemenow.com/ For top tips and more resources pls go here for show notes: https://successgrid.net/sg65/ Sponsors: There Are Just Six Tools You Need to Launch, Grow & Scale Your Online Business — And Systeme.io Have Them All, Funnel and website builder, Email marketing, Memberships, Marketing Automations and Affiliate Program Management. Click here to start for Free. https://successgrid.net/systeme “If you love this show, please leave a review. Go to RateThisPodcast.com/successgrid and follow the simple instructions.”

Dr Angela Lim is the CEO & Founder of Clearhead, finalist in the Science and Innovation category Women of Influence New Zealand Awards 2021, 2017 finalist for Young New Zealander of the Year, and a peadiatric doctor. She is breaking new ground in the industry by employing artificial intelligence to transform the way people access healthcare. Dr Sam Hazledine caught up with Dr Angela Lim on his Better Together podcast to discuss technology and innovation and the role it plays in shaping the future of medicine.

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AJ is an industry expert in user experience strategy with a proven track record for delivering measurable value to clients. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which provides conversion strategy and testing for online businesses. Prior to starting Experiment Zone, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product.Brought to you by - https://senditrising.com/

My guest for this episode is Dr Angela Lim, serial health tech entrepreneur focused on innovative solutions, who has previously worked as a Paediatric doctor at Auckland Hospital and now runs Clearhead, NZ's most innovative workplace wellbeing provider for EAP services and more. Angela has a wide range of experiences and networks in both the NZ and international health care systems. This includes sitting on several local and national boards, especially in the area of healthcare information technology, conducting multiple health-related research projects spanning from a biomedical to population health level, and working for the Ministry of Health. This has allowed Angela to help shape and develop a more integrated and consumer-centric health care system, to take a whole-of-system approach when answering big and strategic questions. Her key areas of interest are in population health, inequality, healthcare governance, leadership, cross-sectoral integration, innovation and entrepreneurship. She has been featured in various articles, reports and presentations including the NZ Herald, Stuff, TV and as a TEDx speaker. I reached out to Angela to be a guest here because mental health is so important in the workplace or when looking for a role, and also because I was personally so inspired by her awesomeness. In this episode we cover: How becoming a boss has shifted Angela's meaning of recruitment and career Why you are only successful as the sum of your people and how businesses can support each individual The importance of technology in supporting mental health Acknowledging there is still stigma and real life consequences around mental health challenges The lessons you should take from any failure and remembering why you are grinding That women in leadership bring a level of empathy allowing people to bring their whole human self to work Remember that at all levels it's ok to make mistakes, share them, learn, and support each other, showing this vulnerability and giving this permission makes you all stronger Why it's important to let go of control, especially as a woman The importance of filling your cup regularly so you have reserves to support life and work challenges For any comments, questions or inquiries about how I can help you as a business or candidate, drop me an email rosey@customisetalent.com or send me a voice memo https://anchor.fm/roseyonrecruitment/message --- Connect with Angela on LinkedIn http://nz.linkedin.com/in/angelalim1 Clearhead http://www.clearhead.org.nz/ Clearhead LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/clear-head/ Clearhead IG https://www.instagram.com/clearheadnz/ Clearhead FB https://www.facebook.com/clearhead.nz Small Steps Mental Health support https://www.smallsteps.org.nz/ YouTube full interview https://bit.ly/rrc43dralyt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/roseyonrecruitment/message

AJ is an industry expert in user experience strategy with a proven track record for delivering measurable value to clients. She's the founder of Experiment Zone, which provides conversion strategy and testing for online businesses. Prior to starting Experiment Zone, AJ led optimization strategy for Fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead. She was also the lead UX researcher on the Google Optimize product.Brought to you by - https://senditrising.com/Sources - https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/7/22549338/apple-google-apps-comscore-study-facebookhttps://www.cnbc.com/2021/07/07/trump-says-he-is-suing-facebook-google-twitter-dorsey-zuckerberg-pichai.htmlhttps://www.reuters.com/world/india/twitter-loses-immunity-over-user-generated-content-india-2021-07-06/

In this episode, Hall welcomes David J. Neff of Neon Syndicate. Neon Syndicate is a privately held real estate and investment company run by Chelle and David J. Neff in Austin, TX, with investments in Veritas Beauty, Peace Love and Betty as well as real estate holdings.  David has 20 years of creating experiences that impact people's lives, from his work in eCommerce, marketing, and digital strategy with the American Cancer Society, to his work with consulting companies like Southwest Airlines, Pepsi, Lululemon, Dell, Office Depot, Build.com, Wolverine Worldwide, Discover Card, Jack-in-the-Box, Kingfisher, Tesco, Gatehouse Media, and tech companies like Hulu. He is also supporting/leading another recent startup acquisition as a go-to-market lead inside of Accenture for Creative Drive. David currently works as the VP of the data-driven consulting practice at Clearhead (acquired by Accenture Interactive), and also works with Fortune 500 brands on their eCommerce, organizational strategy, and building culture. He is the author of three books, and in 2014 he was named the top person in Austin by the Austin Under 40 Awards for the Community Service and Nonprofit category. A much-in-demand speaker and trainer, he has spoken at places like TEDx, SXSW (6x), The University of Texas, St. Edward's University, Texas State University, Social Media Club, Social Media Breakfast, The Association of Fundraising Professionals, Planned Practical Giving Conference and NTEN's national technology conference. Outside of work you can find him gardening, advising, investing in startups, planning an amazing Halloween party, and experimenting with single-board computers and computer vision.  David shares with Hall how he sees the industry evolving and discusses some of the challenges startups face.  David can be contacted via email at , via LinkedIn at , and via Twitter at .  Music courtesy of . 

Dr Angela Lim is one of the co-founders of Clearhead, and in this interview we find out about her childhood and life growing up in Malaysia and studying in Singapore before she moved to New Zealand.  We talk about identity, how she ended up studying medicine and mental health in New Zealand - why do we have such poor rates?  We also discuss how Clearhead works and what it is aimed at - an online platform using an AI chatbot to give personalised recommendations.   If you enjoy this then check out some of the more than 235 in the back catalogue as well at www.theseeds.nz Clearhead website: https://www.clearhead.org.nz/our-team  

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Dr Angela got trained as a pediatic doctor but made the decision in her late 20’s to become an entrepreneur. These days Dr Angela is the Co-founder and CEO of Clearhead. Clearhead is on a mission to solve the mental health crisis.She is a prime example of how being passionate about the problem you are solving and networking can get your startup funded.Hear her story of how she got started in entrepreneurship, mistakes she made, how she built a team and much more.In this episode we discuss the following topicsFinding a co-founderRaising fundingB2B solution vs B2C solutionImproving recurring usageAre you building something that people wantPivotFinding product market fitBook recommendations:Good to Great - Jim collinsPodcast Recommendations:How I built thisProblem solversMaster of ScaleConnect with Dr Angela & her company:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelalim1/https://www.clearhead.org.nzhttps://www.instagram.com/clearheadnz/https://www.facebook.com/clearhead.nzhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/clear-head/If you enjoyed this episode then please subscribe, I will be interviewing other successful founders and investors to provide you a shortcut to success.Follow instagram:- https://www.instagram.com/wantmoneygotmoney/

EP43: This is Part 3 of Scott's series on eMental health and how technology is being used to support the delivery of mental health & addiction services. Dr Angela Lim is on a mission to transform the way tech provides better access and reduces the digital divide. She talks about her passion for what she does, her vision for the future, the challenges she's had to overcome and where to next for healthcare in New Zealand.   More information can be found at https://www.clearhead.org.nz/ and Angela's recent TEDxAuckland presentation can be accessed on YouTube here - Angela Lim: Disrupting Healthcare Without Hurting It. For more information, comments, queries and guest suggestions you can contact Scott on ceo@nzhit.nz and you can check out the NZHIT website at https://www.nzhit.nz/

In this episode, host Eric Dickmann interviews AJ Davis. AJ is an industry expert in user experience strategy with a proven track record for delivering measurable value to clients. She's led optimization strategy for fortune 500 companies during her tenure at Clearhead, including CVS, Steve Madden, and Lululemon. She's now the Founder and CEO of The Experiment Zone, which provides conversion strategy and testing for online businesses. https://experimentzone.comWe discuss the importance of optimizing website conversions, how little changes can make a big difference, the importance of testing changes, and how metrics are important in building meaningful analytics.Listener Offer: On the website, http://growththroughempathy.com, AJ is offering listeners a FREE monthly webinar, access to their private Facebook group, and a FREE conversion rate consultation. Eric Dickmann can be found on Twitter @EDickmann and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/edickmann and on my personal website https://ericdickmann.comAJ Davis can be found online on Twitter @ExperimentZone_, on Instagram and LinkedIn @ExperimentZone or Facebook @ExperimentZoneCoIf you'd like to contact us with feedback or guest inquiries, please visit: https://fiveechelon.com/the-virtual-cmo-podcast/For more information about Virtual CMO strategic marketing consulting services, visit The Five Echelon Group at https://fiveechelon.comBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEMarketing Automation with HubSpot Try HubSpot's all-in-one marketing software to simplify campaign management and drive new leads.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Grant joins the boys to chat about having Jerome Iginla's mom as a substitute teacher, how TikTok helped Gutter King's single "Feather" blow up, and dives into why his all-time favorite Calgary Flame was Miikka Kiprusoff.Widmore-If We Can't Live Together, We're Going to Die Alone V.1Gutter King-FeatherThe Sleeping-Loud and ClearHead to c2chockey.net and take 25% off your entire order with the coupon code BARDOWN

Thrive AdviceTwo FAP support service companies have been launched by Cecilia Farrow, founder of cloud software platform Triplejump. The companies are Financial Advice Provider Services and Thrive Advice.Farrow says advisers in the life insurance sector are looking for partnerships that will give them leverage and differentiation, whether this is supporting their FAP license or the ability to join a FAP license (Thrive Advice says it will hold a FAP).Hardship policiesFinancial Advice New Zealand has compiled a list of insurance company responses to the financial impact of Covid-19 on its customers.The PDF, published by Financial Advice NZ says the information is “…a high-level overview of the life insurance companies' hardship provisions”.Download at RiskInfoNZ.co.nzFinancial Adviser HelpThe Adviser Platform has launched a Claims Committee to help the firm's adviser partners manage problematic claims.Scott Duncan, the company's Head of Compliance & Advice, says the committee features experienced advisers with two being former board members of another aggregator.Poll ResultOur story raising the prospect of insurance company clawbacks after the government's Covid-19-related wage subsidies have ended struck a nerve with financial advisers.In last week's poll we asked if you are concerned about commission claw-backs. While 8% said they aren't sure, 32% said they're not concerned, but 60% of those who voted admitted it is an issue that worries them.Our poll is open for another week; so you still have a chance to cast your vote below.Distance Learning For NZCFS Level 5Financial advisers wanting to study Version 2 of the New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) via distance learning can enrol at Professional IQ College.The college is the first NZQA accredited private training establishment to launch Version 2 of the core qualificationMental Health HelpHealth insurer Nib and its charitable entity the Nib Foundation has helped mental health company Clearhead launch Telehealth – an AI chatbot that puts people with concerns about their health in touch with mental health practitioners.AIAAIA New Zealand has had its Insurer Financial Strength rating affirmed at ‘AA' (very strong) by ratings agency Fitch.AIA Group is the world's largest life insurance company by market capitalisation. In the 12 months to 31 December 2019, AIA New Zealand paid $476 million in claims.Financial resilience indexThe first in a series of surveys to be commissioned by the Financial Services Council reveals that Covid-19 delivered an unprecedented hit to New Zealanders' financial resilience and wellbeing.The Financial Resilience Index reveals that 40% of people are worried about money, 45% of people are not confident about making financial decisions and 51% of New Zealanders have had their mental health affected money matters. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Business is Boring is a weekly podcast series presented by The Spinoff in association with Callaghan Innovation. Host Simon Pound speaks with innovators and commentators focused on the future of New Zealand. This week he talks to Angela Lim, co-founder and CEO of a free, online mental health platform called Clearhead.Mental Health is a crisis in this country, and there is welcome news of 1.9 billion of new funding in the latest budget, but right now, services are stretched. Finding the right care, at the right time, is a challenge. Knowing how to navigate the system is a challenge. Even knowing when to reach out for help, and where to do that is hard. The whole system itself is set up on a reactive model, but as with all health and fitness, preventative and proactive is better than reactive. So how do we do this with mental health care?Well, questions like these, and more, have led to today’s guest starting a new venture, creating an AI chatbot that helps to mimic a GP consult, but creating an atmosphere and feeling of a chat with a knowledgable friend. It helps to increase people’s comfort in sharing information, and sends people to the right places for the assistance they need next. It’s called Clearhead, it’s in market now, and making a difference from the get go. To chat the journey, the need and what’s next, co-founder, CEO and Dr, Angela Lim joined the podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A small group of innovative Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) is helping their organizations generate on average 11 percent higher shareholder return compared to industry peers by delivering hyper-relevant customer experiences, according to a new report from Accenture. These marketing leaders – the pioneering 17 percent – are driving transformational change at the highest levels of their organizations helping them to respond quickly to changing customer needs. Way Beyond Marketing – The Rise of The Hyper-Relevant CMO report from Accenture surveyed nearly 1,000 CMOs and more than 500 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) from the largest organizations around the world to understand the impact of marketing in driving business growth. The study found that an innovative group of CMOs are driving significant growth by rewiring their organizations to enable better integration and collaboration to deliver superior customer experiences. After hearing the announcement at the Adobe Summit in Las Vegas, I caught up with Glen Hartman, Senior Managing Director, Accenture Interactive North America and Global Digital Marketing. We discuss the report and much more on my daily tech podcast. Accenture Interactive is a more than $6 billion business unit dedicated to helping the world’s leading brands create the best customer experiences on the planet. Accenture Interactive has been ranked by Ad Age as the largest and fastest growing Digital Agency globally for the past three consecutive years (2016, 2017 and 2018). Recognized as an Adweek 50 honoree in 2018 and previously cited by Forbes as a "top 10 influencer" in digital, Glen leverages his 26 years of experience in digital transformation and omni-channel marketing to help brands engage and delight customers and embrace digital disruption. Glen leads Accenture Interactive in North America and has global responsibility for Accenture’s Marketing offerings including management and integration of acquisitions: Acquity Group, Fjord, AvVenta, Chaotic Moon, Media Hive, Clearhead, Intrepid, Wire Stone and Meredith Xcelerated Marketing (MXM). Glen’s market perspectives on digital transformation and customer experience have also been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, Forbes and Ad Age.

Regression. Correlation. Normality. t-tests. Falsities of both the positive and negative varieties. How do these terms and techniques play nicely with digital analytics data? Are they the schoolyard bullies wielded by data scientists, destined to simply run by and kick sand in the faces of our sessions, conversion rates, and revenues per visit? Or, are they actually kind-hearted upperclassmen who are ready and willing to let us into their world? That's the topic of this show (albeit without the awkward and forced metaphors). Matt Policastro from Clearhead joined the gang to talk -- in as practical terms as possible -- about bridging the gap between traditional digital analytics data and the wonderful world of statistics. For complete show notes, including links to items mentioned in this episode and a transcript of the show, visit the show page.

In this episode I talk with Marisa Morby about this notion of a Smart City. You’re prolly thinking, smart grids, 5g, hyper loops and yet we talk about the physical side of the city, it’s people, and how ones physically surrounding. We all play a role in this change and shouldn’t accept today’s current standard. Marisa works as the Head of Research at Clearhead, where I specialize in digital optimization, user research, and user experience flow for web and mobile applications. I work with clients to create a more personal approach to marketing, use data to optimize businesses, and help clients connect with customers on a human level. When I’m not writing or reading about psychology, I enjoy: learning to build robots, perfecting my cooking skills, or sitting in the park doing some serious people watching. https://marisamorby.com http://twitter.com/marisamorby    Resources:   Happy City: Transforming Our Lives Through Urban Design: This book talks about the history of cities in North America. Why they're designed this way, new ways of thinking about urban planning, and how other cities have improved their urban set up.   Singapore is redefining what a city can look like: Fascinating article about the history of Singapore and how they way they've decided to build out there city.   BMW Elevated Bike Paths: Future design plans to make our cities more mobile and equitable.

As an Author, Speaker, eCommerce consultant, and Teacher, David has been living in the Fortune 500 and nonprofit world for over fourteen years. He’s the VP of the Accelerator program at Clearhead, where he works with Fortune 1000 brands on eCommerce Innovation. He is the author of the "The Future of Nonprofits" and IGNITE: Setting your Organization's Culture on Fire with Innovation. Sponsors: ZipRecruiter: Looking for quality candidates to help you grow your business? Find out today why ZipRecruiter has been used by over 1 million businesses (including EOFire)! LegalZoom: Invest your time and money in your business, and use LegalZoom for the legal stuff. Save even more by entering EOF in the referral box at checkout!

In this edition of cult/tech David J. Neff of Clearhead.me talks about the wealth of behavioral data available online and how to succeed by measuring and acting upon it. Clearhead is an validation and optimization agency helping companies employ a/b testing, personalization, and analytics in pursuit of continuous, data-driven improvement. In the podcast, David breaks all that down. We talk about using proximity devices to map behavior to locations out in the world, specific online behaviors, online shopping carts, and the value of friction - actually making certain transactions go more slowly. David works with companies to help them see the value of a “test and learn” culture, and we talk about that, too. Oh, and since David is an experienced public speaker you’ll want to hear his on how many slides should be in your deck. cult/tech is produced by Red Cup Agency. The interviewer is Lee Schneider, communications director.