My Workplace Is Killing Me!

🎙 Podcast Episode 4: AI Anxiety — How to Stop Worrying, Avoiding, and Panicking If AI showed up at your front door, would your first thought be, “Are you taking my job?” or “Are you taking over the world?” Either way, you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh dive deep into the rising tide of AI anxiety—what it is, who it affects (spoiler: everyone), and how to stop it from hijacking your career and confidence. From college grads second-guessing their future to seasoned professionals feeling left behind, the fear of AI is real—but it’s also manageable. Grounded in research and packed with practical tools, this episode offers a roadmap to shift from fear to curiosity, build psychological safety, and reframe AI as a tool—not a threat. 💡 Key Takeaways: How a growth mindset helps reduce AI anxiety The micro-actions that make AI less scary Why psychological safety is key to workplace learning How to align AI learning with your own goals 🎧 Listen Now because the future of work won’t wait—but your human potential is still your biggest advantage. 🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your story at MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe.com! #AIAnxiety #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceWellness #AIAtWork #MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe #Leadership #CareerGrowth #GrowthMindset #OrganizationalPsychology #PsychologicalSafety #WorkplaceCulture #TechAnxiety #DEI #AIandHumans #DigitalTransformation #WorkplaceLearning #SelfDevelopment #InclusiveLeadership #ChangeManagement #MindsetMatters

🎙 Podcast Episode 2: The Gen Z Work Crisis Gen Z is entering the workforce with fresh ideas, ambition, and talent. But they’re also facing a major challenge—a skills gap that’s affecting their success at work. Despite being highly educated, many young workers are struggling with essential workplace skills like communication, conflict management, and adaptability. As a result, turnover is high, and employers are feeling the pressure. In Episode 2, Dr Michelle King and Selina Suresh delve into why this gap exists and how both employees and organisations can bridge it. Unlike Episode 1, which explored the importance of navigating ambiguity, this episode tackles the practical challenges that Gen Z faces when entering the professional world. From real stories like Emma’s struggle with workplace expectations to research insights on soft skills, they reveal why this generational gap matters—and how to fix it. 💡 Key Takeaways: Building broad networks and forming mutually beneficial relationships are essential for thriving at work. Navigating difficult conversations is a critical skill that can make or break workplace dynamics. Managing your manager effectively can reduce stress and improve career progression. 🎧 Listen Now to discover how to tackle the Gen Z work crisis and build a more resilient, adaptable workforce. Whether you’re a young professional or a leader looking to support your team, this episode offers valuable insights to bridge the skills gap. 🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your story at MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe.com! #FutureOfWork #GenZ #SoftSkills #CareerDevelopment #Podcast

🎙 Podcast Episode 8: How We Bully Ourselves We’ve spent this season uncovering workplace bullying—from toxic bosses to manipulative colleagues and even entire company cultures that grind people down. But what if the harshest bully in your career is actually... you? In Episode 8, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh explore how self-doubt, perfectionism, and relentless self-criticism create an internal bully—one that follows us around, even when no one else is watching. Through eye-opening research and real-world insights, they reveal how our biggest career obstacles often aren’t external but internal. 💡 Key Takeaways: Self-doubt and perfectionism can hold you back more than external obstacles. Comparing yourself to others fuels insecurity and dissatisfaction. Self-compassion is a powerful tool for building resilience and motivation. Cognitive reframing helps change negative thought patterns and fosters growth. Success isn’t about proving your worth—it’s about recognising you’re already enough. 🎧 Listen Now and learn how to stop being your own worst enemy. Because the biggest bully in your workplace might not be your boss or colleagues—it might be you. 🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your story at MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe.com! #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceWellness #SelfCompassion #Podcast

EPISODE 6. Quitting Time: How to Know When It’s Time to Go Episode Overview: Deciding whether to quit your job is one of the most difficult career decisions you’ll ever make. It’s not just about finding another opportunity—it’s about navigating self-doubt, workplace dynamics, and the emotional weight of leaving something familiar behind.In this episode of My Workplace Is Killing Me!, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh tackle the complexities of quitting. Whether it’s toxic work environments, lack of career growth, or burnout, knowing when to walk away isn’t always clear-cut. We break down:✅ The warning signs that indicate it might be time to leave✅ The different types of quitting—quiet quitting, loud quitting, and even revenge quitting✅ How workplace bullying and disengagement push employees to the edge✅ 10 key questions to ask yourself before making a career move✅ The hidden costs of staying in a job that no longer serves youYou’ll also hear from Jayshree, a listener who was promoted to a leadership role only to face workplace bullying from her team. Now, she’s at a crossroads—should she fight for her position or walk away for the sake of her well-being?This episode is filled with real stories, research-backed insights, and expert advice to help you make an empowered decision about your future.🎧 Listen now to find out: Is it really quitting time for you?🔹 Follow us on Instagram: @MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe🔹 Subscribe to our newsletter for more career insights🔹 Got a workplace story to share? Send it to us at myworkplaceiskillingme.com

Are you feeling undermined, excluded, or walking on eggshells at work? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of My Workplace Is Killing Me!, Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh tackle the taboo topic of workplace bullying—specifically, how women experience and sometimes perpetuate toxic dynamics with other women. "Did you know that women are 30% more likely to experience bullying at work than men? And when women bully, they target other women up to 70% of the time." From understanding the cultural and systemic forces that fuel these behaviors to sharing Sarah’s heartbreaking story of exclusion and sabotage, this episode unpacks the harsh realities of "mean girl" tactics. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Dr. Michelle King and Selina Suresh offer practical, research-backed strategies for dealing with workplace bullies, setting boundaries, and fostering a culture of kindness. 💡 Key Takeaways: Why women are disproportionately affected by workplace bullying. How subtle tactics like exclusion and gossip can derail careers. Practical tools for protecting your mental health, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with a toxic workplace or wondered how to navigate challenging dynamics, this episode is a must-listen. 🎧 🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your story at MyWorkplaceIsKillingMe.com! #ToxicWorkplace #WorkplaceBullying #CareerGrowth #Podcas

Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re diving into a really tough challenge, a Gen Z employee dealing with workplace bullying. This story stood out to us because it’s something so many people in this generation are facing right now. In coaching we always spend time up front trying to get clear on what the goal is, and in today’s story the person is wanting to understand how she can cope with the anxiety of her situation. A 2015 study examining all the research on this confirms that bullying leads to anxiety and depression which is no surprise. Bullying creates chronic stress, and that stress activates the body’s “fight-or-flight” response. Normally, this response is great for short-term threats, but when bullying happens repeatedly, it keeps the stress response turned on, and that’s when anxiety starts to take root. In this episode we will share useful advice around how this person can protect herself from the situation. My Workplace Is Killing Me

Welcome to our new podcast! Each week, we share real stories from people around the world who have felt at one time or another that their workplace is killing them! As coaches we will share our insights as well as practical advice, and expertise to help you navigate workplace challenges. Plus, we bring in the experts like psychologists, thought leaders, lawyers, and business experts to explore the big questions—like how we can advance our careers and find meaning in our work, fix broken workplace systems, tackle inequality and create environments where everyone can succeed. myworkplaceiskillingme.com