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Podcast · 128 episodes

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by The Squiggly Career · English

Squiggly Careers is a weekly podcast that will help you take control of your career development. Hosted by the founders of Squiggly Careers. (https://www.squigglycareers.com/), Sarah Ellis and Helen Tupper, together they cover all things work: from how to manage stress and overcome your confidence gremlins to micro-aggressions and discovering your strengths. Each episode is full of ideas, actions, hints, and tips that you can put into practice straight away. Every so often they take a break from talking to each other to interview other people who are leading the way in making work better. Past guests include entrepreneur and philanthropist Dame Stephanie Shirley, author of The Joy of Work Bruce Daisley, and neuroscience expert Amy Brann. The Squiggly Careers podcast has been recommended by Harvard Business Review, Stylist, Marie Claire and Management Today. For more ideas, tools and inspiration every week, you can also sign up to their Squiggly Careers newsletter.

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Mentor with Your Talents, Not Your TitleMentoring by sharing strengths instead of relying on seniority. The host argues that “useful mentors” don’t need to be higher-ranking; everyone has strengths that can be shared, making mentoring more…22 Apr 2026 · 10 min · 1 chapter
Draw Your Way to a Better WorkdayHow drawing (not “good drawing”) can improve work mood, memory, and thinking, and how to use simple sketching/post-its for individual reflection and team conversations.20 Apr 2026 · 39 min · 16 chapters
3 Ways to Be More Persuasive at WorkHow to be more persuasive at work using three research-backed techniques from Robert Cialdini: mirroring, likeability, and reciprocity.15 Apr 2026 · 8 min · 4 chapters
The Difference Between Working Hard and Getting Better | Big ThinkMastery at work—moving from default reactions to deliberate decisions, and from “success as winning” to success as risk-aware, learning-oriented effort.13 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 16 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: Listen Like You Mean It (5 Ways to Improve)How to improve listening using five practical “squiggly shortcuts”: notice what’s not being said, use the power of the pause, listen for repeated words, avoid interruptions (a “no interruption…8 Apr 2026 · 8 min · 2 chapters
How to read with a learning mindsetHow to read nonfiction with a learning mindset (vs relaxing), using intentional habits: build an anti-library, read with pen and post-it notes, reread, treat books as usable, and pay it forward by…6 Apr 2026 · 35 min · 14 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: 3 Ways to Feel Less Stuck When Work Feels UncertainHow to respond when work feels uncertain and you feel stuck, especially due to economic conditions, role changes, or technology.1 Apr 2026 · 6 min · 1 chapter
Kaizen: The Japanese Method That Turns 1% Improvements into Career GrowthKaizen for “squiggly careers”: using small, continuous improvements to support career growth, grounded in Japanese concepts (good change, waste elimination, reflection, and iterative cycles).31 Mar 2026 · 42 min · 18 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: Small Ways to Make Play Part of Your Team DayHow to add low-pressure “play” to team days/meetings without forced fun, using short activities that boost connection, mood, learning, and engagement.26 Mar 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
How to Stop Cynicism from Stalling Your Career GrowthHow cynicism shows up in a “squiggly career” (nonlinear growth) and stalls learning, relationships, generosity, and sense of control; replace it with small, repeatable actions.24 Mar 2026 · 39 min · 18 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: How to Boost Your Motivation in a Knotty Career MomentBoost motivation during “knotty career moments” (ongoing struggles, unexpected project changes, surprising feedback, or being stuck in the wrong job).19 Mar 2026 · 7 min · 2 chapters
The 4 Attachment Styles and How They Show Up at WorkThe Squiggly Careers podcast explains four attachment styles (secure, anxious, avoidant dismissive, avoidant fearful) and how they show up at work, especially in leaders/managers.17 Mar 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: How to ask for feedback in a way that puts learning firstHow to ask for feedback in a way that prioritizes learning, reduces fear, and feels natural in everyday work. Guest backgrounds: No guests mentioned; host Sarah.12 Mar 2026 · 6 min · 3 chapters
A Practical Guide to Prototyping at WorkA practical, Nesta-based framework for prototyping at work, contrasting prototyping with experiments and continual improvement, and walking through four stages: doing the groundwork, building a…10 Mar 2026 · 45 min · 17 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: Give to Gain - The Career Strategy Nobody Talks AboutIn this episode, Helen Tupper explores the concept of "Give to Gain," which emphasizes the significance of contributing to others as a strategy for building relationships and enhancing career…5 Mar 2026 · 6 min · 2 chapters
How to Change Behaviour at WorkIn this episode, hosts Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis explore behavior change in the workplace, referencing a Harvard Business Review article by James Elfer, Siri Chilazi, and Edward Chang.3 Mar 2026 · 33 min · 12 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: How to Influence People Who Disagree With YouIn this episode, Sarah Ellis discusses an effective approach to influence conversations with individuals who hold opposing views.26 Feb 2026 · 5 min · 3 chapters
3 LinkedIn Top Voices to Follow for a Smarter, More Future-Proof CareerIn this episode, hosts Sarah Ellis and Helen Tupper discuss how to enhance your LinkedIn experience by following influential figures.24 Feb 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: 3 Self-Awareness Habits That Increase Your Career Growth3 Self-Awareness Habits That Increase Your Career Growth19 Feb 2026 · 7 min · 4 chapters
Deck of Brilliance: 3 Ways to Think Differently When You’re Stuck at WorkThis episode discusses creative thinking tools from the Deck of Brilliance, aimed at overcoming workplace stagnation and generating innovative ideas.17 Feb 2026 · 33 min · 11 chapters
Squiggly Shortcut: An Introverts Guide to NetworkingIn this episode of the Squiggly Careers podcast (Episode 529), host Sarah Ellis shares practical strategies for introverts to navigate networking in a way that feels more natural and less…12 Feb 2026 · 8 min · 3 chapters
Squiggly Careers Live: How You Can Keep Learning at Work (Even When It Feels Hard)In this live episode of the Squiggly Careers podcast, hosts Sarah Ellis and Helen Tupper discuss the challenges of career growth, particularly focusing on learning during uncomfortable and uncertain…10 Feb 2026 · 1 h 4 min · 27 chapters
CEO Shell-Shedding Moments: Learning How to Let Go & Lead Differently with TEDs Logan McClure DavdaCEO Shell-Shedding Moments: Learning How to Let Go & Lead Differently6 Feb 2026 · 20 min · 12 chapters
CEO Shell-Shedding Moments: Purpose, Perspective and Learning from Mistakes with Nick BentThe Squiggly Careers podcast is hosted by Sarah Ellis and Helen Tupper, founders of Amazing If.5 Feb 2026 · 21 min · 10 chapters