Best Dr Austin Tay Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 055 - Why the Best Leaders Know When to Crack a Joke (and When Not To) 21:58

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In this conversation, Dr Austin Tay explores the significance of humour in leadership and its impact on workplace dynamics. He discusses the different styles of humour, the strategic use of humour to foster team cohesion, and how humour can serve as a diagnostic tool for understanding organisational challenges. The conversation emphasises the impor…

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Episode 054 -"The Humble CEO Paradox: Why the Best Leaders Don't Act Like They're the Best" 19:26

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Ever wondered why some CEOs inspire fierce loyalty while others can't stop their employees from heading for the exit? This episode flips everything you think you know about leadership upside down! We're diving deep into the "humble leadership paradox" - why the leaders who seem least power-hungry might actually be the most powerful of all. 🌟 Memora…

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Episode 053 - Can Positivity Transform Your Workplace? The Revolution of Positive Organisational Psychology 26:04

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🌟 In this exciting episode, I dive into the incredible impact of positivity in the workplace! Discover how Positive Organizational Psychology 2.0 is revolutionizing our work environments. Are you ready to embrace this transformation? Let’s unlock the power of positivity together! 💼✨ #PositiveWorkplace #OrganizationalPsychology #WorkplaceWellness Re…

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Episode 052 - Are we making better workplace decisions? Understanding the Science Behind Our Choices 23:46

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In this episode, I discuss the science behind bounded rationality and offer ways to navigate our decision-making process. In this exciting episode, I delve into the fascinating realm of bounded rationality and uncover the hidden factors that influence our choices. Join me as I share insightful strategies that can empower you to make better decision…

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Episode 051 - Virtual Reality In the Workplace 13:32

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Imagine stepping into your office and leaving behind the limitations of your physical surroundings. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of virtual reality in the workplace. What does the future hold as we integrate immersive technology into our daily tasks? Are we truly ready to embrace this revolutionary shift that could forever tr…

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Episode 050 - Conversation with Harleen Grover, Leadership and Menopause in the Workplace Coach 23:43

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In this episode, I had a great conversation with Harleen Grover, Leadership and Menopause in the Workplace Coach. With a very impressive background in the corporate world and acting, Harleen shares how she interweaves both into her coaching work. Apart from focusing on leadership coaching, she highlights the importance of menopause coaching in the …

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Episode 049 - The Green Eyed Monster At Work : Understanding and Managing Workplace Envy 29:10

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Everyone experiences envy in the workplace at some point. In this episode, I explore the meaning of envy in the workplace and how we can overcome this green-eyed monster. References González-Navarro, P., Zurriaga-Llorens, R., Tosin Olateju, A., & Llinares-Insa, L. I. (2018). Envy and counterproductive work behavior: The moderation role of leadershi…

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Episode 048 - Understanding and Managing Depression in The Workplace 36:31

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In today's episode, I will address an important issue impacting workplaces worldwide: workplace depression. This topic affects everyone directly or indirectly through colleagues, friends, or family members. I will discuss how depression manifests in the workplace, the risk factors, warning signs, and strategies for managing depression at work. I wi…

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Episode 047 - Surviving the Narcissist at Work: Understanding and Managing Difficult Personalities 14:54

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In this episode, I delve into the narcissistic personalities in the workplace. Who are they? How do they impact organizations and individuals? What can you do to survive such personalities in the workplace? #narcissisticpersonalities #workplace References Dåderman, A. M., & Kajonius, P. J. (2024). Linking grandiose and vulnerable narcissism to mana…

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Episode 046 - Technostress in the Workplace 20:26

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What is technostress in the workplace? How does this type of stress impact individuals and organizations? Join me in this episode of Psychchat, where I will share strategies to mitigate technostress. References Ayyagari, R., Grover, V., & Purvis, R. (2011). Technostress: Technological antecedents and implications. MIS Quarterly, 35(4), 831-858. htt…

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Episode 045 - Defensive Decision-Making - Impact on Organizations 16:16

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In this episode of PsychChat, I discuss the pervasive behaviour of defensive decision-making in the workplace. Listen to this episode, where I share tips to mitigate such behaviour in the workplace. References Artinger, F., Petersen, M., Gigerenzer, G., & Weibler, J. (2015). Heuristics as adaptive decision strategies in management. Journal of Organ…

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Episode 044 - How to deal with Social Loafing in the Workplace 14:24

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Social loafing is a phenomenon that is becoming more prevalent in today's workplace. In this episode, I discuss social loafing and provide mitigating tips. References Aggarwal, P., & O'Brien, C. L. (2008). Social loafing on group projects: Structural antecedents and effect on student satisfaction. Journal of Marketing Education, 30(3), 255-264. Aln…

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Episode 043 - Happiness at Work 20:19

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Join Dr. Austin Tay in Episode 43 of PsychChat to learn about "Happiness at Work." Discover the latest research findings on how employee happiness impacts productivity, engagement, and well-being. Explore key factors like meaningful work, autonomy, and positive relationships, and learn practical strategies for enhancing workplace happiness. Tune in…

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Episode 042 - Psycho-Social Climate 14:37

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In this episode, I discuss the importance of Psycho-Social Climate (PSC) in the workplace. I share some research explaining its impact and encourage organizations to take steps to address it. References Dollard, M. F., & Bakker, A.B., (2010). Psychosocial safety climate as a precursor to conducive work environments, psychological health problems, a…

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Episode 041 - Conversation with Jens Petter Skaug CEO of TeamCoachr 25:49

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In this episode, I spoke with Jens Petter Skaug, CEO of TeamCoachr. He shares with us how TeamCoachr, a self-facilitated AI-driven platform, helps foster psychological safety, creating better teams in the organization. To learn more about the platform, please go to www.teamcoachr.aiBy Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 040 - Workplace Spirituality 22:41

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In this last episode of the year, I decided to talk about workplace spirituality. What is workplace spirituality? Should we incorporate it into the workplace? Listen to the episode and let me know your thoughts. For suggestions or comments, please send them to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Please find below references to the studies…

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Episode 039 - Rethinking Leaveism 10:36

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In this episode, I discuss a prevalent phenomenon Leaveism. What is it and how can we prevent it? References: Acker, J. (1990). Hierarchies, jobs, bodies: A theory of gendered organizations. Gender & Society, 4(2), 139-158. Albrecht, S. L. (2012). The influence of job, team and organizational level resources on employee well-being, engagement, comm…

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Episode 038 - Self Awareness in Coaching 15:07

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In this episode, I talked about how coaching can bring out self-awareness. When we see things with different possibilities, we allow ourselves to achieve beyond what we can imagine.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 037 - Smells Like Team Spirit 12:17

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In this episode, I will discuss what a leader needs to do to improve team spirit or morale. Self-assessment, re-engage, re-align and re-commit. References: Ishaq, E., Bashir, S. and Khan, A.K. (2021), Paradoxical Leader Behaviors: Leader Personality and Follower Outcomes. Applied Psychology, 70: 342-357. https://doi.org/10.1111/apps.12233 Zhang, Y.…

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Episode 036 - Self-Awareness 14:51

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In this episode, I discussed self-awareness. We hear this frequently in the workplace, but what should we be mindful of when it comes to self-awareness? I share some strategies to become more self-aware of yourself, your thoughts, perceptions, and how to work and create relationships with others effectively.…

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Episode 035 - Assumptions 9:06

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We all assume, and often we take our assumptions as truths. When we do so, we start to overthink and refuse to look at other alternative explanations which are evidence-based. In this podcast, I share four tips to help you to deal with your assumptions.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 034 - Productivity at Work Series (How To Deal With Conflicts at Work) 11:05

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The book cited the Interest-Based Relational Approach. Fisher, R., Ury, W., & Patton, B. (2006). Getting to yes – Negotiating Agreement without giving in. Penguin Putnam.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 033 - Productivity at Work Series (How To Say No) 10:13

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In this episode, continuing the productivity at work series, I discuss how to say NO.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 032 - Productivity at Work Series (Effective Communication) 17:38

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Some of the ideas shared were taken from The Communication Cycle from Michael Argyle's - The Social Psychology of Work.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 031 - What If? 11:43

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Please find the research mentioned in this episode below Timms, C., Brough, P., & Graham, D. (2012). Burnt‐out but engaged: the co‐existence of psychological burnout and engagement. Journal of Educational Administration. Freudenberger, H. (1974), “Staff burnout”, Journal of Social Issues, Vol. 30, pp. 159-64. Maslach, C., Schaufeli, W.B. and Leiter…

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Episode 030 - How to be yourself when you know that you are Neurodivergent 10:19

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Please find below the research cited in this episode. Beetham, J. and Okhai, L. (2017) Workplace Dyslexia & Specific Learning Difficulties—Productivity, Engagement and Well-Being. Open Journal of Social Sciences, 5, 56-78. https://doi.org/10.4236/jss.2017.56007By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 029 Coaching Series (How does the coach conduct the coaching session?) 13:21

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In today’s episode, in the last instalment of the coaching series, I will focus on 1) How does the coach conduct the coaching session? 2) What happens after my coaching session? 3)What should I do now that I have completed my coaching engagement with my coach?By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 028 Coaching Series (What to expect in a coaching session?) 12:06

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In today’s episode, I will focus on 1) What to expect in a coaching session as a client? 2) What is my role, as a client in the coaching session? 3) How can the coach help me?By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 027 - Coaching Series (What is Coaching?) 11:29

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This episode is the first of the three episodes in this Coaching Series. In this first episode, I share 1) What is Coaching? 2) Who is Coaching for? 3) Is Coaching for me?By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 026 - Rigidity and Flexibility 22:55

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In today's episode, the references used are as follow: References Baddeley, A. (1992) Working Memory. Science, 255, 556-559. Beck, A. T. (1964). Thinking and depression: II. Theory and therapy. Archives of General Psychiatry, 10, 561-571. Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond. Guilford Press. Ellis, A (1962). Reason and …

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Episode 025 - Challenging Ourselves 18:37

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To register for the 1-hour free coaching session, please use the link below to register. https://mailchi.mp/ab46c6ebb314/1-hourfreecoachingsession In today's episode, some of the references used are as follow: [1] Bishop, S. R., Lau, M., Shapiro, S., Carlson, L., Anderson, N. D., Carmody, J., … Devins, G. (2004). Mindfulness: A proposed operational…

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Episode 024 - Impostor Phenomenon 35:50

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. References for the research cited or mentioned in the podcast are below…

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Episode 023 - Gossips in the Workplace 51:33

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested to help James in his validation study and you are…

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Episode 022 - Gender-Neutral Leadership 38:04

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. You can also put your reviews at Podchaser. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Remember to subscribe to PsychChat on all good podcast platform. You can now find us on Vurbl. So…

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Episode 021 - Is GRIT the only way to measure your goals and achievements? 28:16

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. You can also put your reviews at Podchaser. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Remember to subscribe to PsychChat on all good podcast platform. You can now find us on Vurbl. So…

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Episode 020 - A conversation with Dr Richard MacKinnon 29:47

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I had the pleasure of recording this session with Dr Richard Mackinnon, Chartered Psychologist & Coach and Managing Director at WorkLifePsych. He shared his insights and tips on wellbeing. He can be contacted via https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmackinnon/ If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and coll…

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Episode 019 - Whole person and psychological contract 35:12

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Some of the references in this episode include: 1) Sheep, M. L. (2006). Nurturing the Whole Person: The Ethics of Workplace Spirituality in a Society of Organizations. Journal of Business Ethics, 66(4), 357–375. 2) "a psychological contract is a belief that an exchange partner is obligated to provide inducements, such as fair compensation, in excha…

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Episode 018 - How much do we know ourselves? 48:16

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“There are three things extremely hard: steel, a diamond, and to know one’s self.” – Benjamin Franklin, Poor Richard’s Almanac, 1750. Some to the references we mentioned in this episode include Brewer, M. B., & Hewstone, M. (Eds.). (2004). Perspectives on social psychology.Self and social identity. Blackwell Publishing. Mead, G.H. (1934). Mind, Sel…

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Episode 017 - More than motivation 44:56

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We spoke a bit about Self Determining Theory. Below are some articles that you might find helpful to understand a bit more about the theory. Ryan, R. M.; Deci, E. L. (2000). "Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being". American Psychologist. 55(1): 68–78. Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2…

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Episode 016 - Motivation at Work 41:24

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 015 - Is coaching only for..... 43:44

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat.By Dr Austin Tay

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Episode 014 - Procrastination 36:34

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Some of the research mentioned in this podcast are as follow: Self Indulgent Construal Sirois, F. M., & Pychyl, T. (2013). Procrastination an…

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Episode 013 - Counterproductive Work Behaviour and Organisation Structure 29:03

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Some of the research mentioned in this podcast are as follow: Spector, P. E., & Fox, S. (2005). A stressor-emotion model of counterproductive…

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Episode 012 - Counterproductive Work Behaviour : Can we assess them using personality traits? 44:01

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If you have enjoyed listening to this episode, please share this with your friends and colleagues. For any comments and suggestions, please send them via email to [email protected] or tweet to psych_chat. Some of the research mentioned in this podcast are as follow: Spector, P. E., & Fox, S. (2005). A stressor-emotion model of counterproductive…

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Episode 011 - Conversation with James Morley-Kirk, China Select 1:02:34

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…

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Episode 010 - Systems Thinking and Systemic Leadership 25:05

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…

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Episode 009 - Skills to become Psychologically Flexible 19:57

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…

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Episode 008 - Wellness Coaching 24:40

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…

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Episode 007 - Six Thinking Traps 23:57

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…

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Episode 006 - The Importance of Written Communication in the Workplace 38:22

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If you have enjoyed this episode, kindly share this with your friends. For comments and suggestions, please write to [email protected] or tweet to @psych_chat. If you are interested to know more about what OmniPsi Consulting offers, please click on the link www.omnipsi.com. If you are interested in my blog, you can click on this link www.draust…