How can you restore hope and restore your vitality?

🎯 Top 3 Takeaways

1️⃣ We live in the world our questions create

2️⃣ Psychological safety ≠ comfort

3️⃣ "Companies have mission statements—why not mission questions

In this thought-provoking episode hosts Gostick & Elton dive deep into the transformative power of questions with special guest Topaz Adizes. A master of human connection, Topaz's Emmy Award-winning experience design studio, The Skin Deep is renowned for creating immersive and thought-provoking interactive experiences that explore human connection and relationships. He is also the author of 12 Questions for Love: A Guide to Intimate Conversations and Deeper Relationships and the host of the Getting Under the Skin podcast.

Resources & Links

🌐 The Skin Deep – Workplace & Team Building Tools: theskindeep.com

🌎 Visit: TheCultureWorks.com for free leadership resources

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They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways

🍬 The Brain's Fuel: Glucose

🧠 Reducing Excess Glucose Consumption

🌿 Environmental Impact on Mental Health

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

How can you restore hope and restore your vitality?

🎯 Top 3 Takeaways

The Brain's Fuel: Glucose 🍬

Reducing Excess Glucose Consumption 🧠

Environmental Impact on Mental Health 🌿🏢

​In this episode of "Anxiety at Work," hosts Chester Elton and Adrian Gostick delve into the neuroscience of hope and vitality with their guest, Dr. David Stevens. Dr. Stevens is the founder, president, and CEO of Humanity Restored, holding a doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in neuropsychology. He is also the author of "Restored Hope: A Neuroscience Guide to Optimal Brain and Human Function."

Resources:

• Book: Restored Hope: A Neuroscience Guide to Optimal Brain and Human Function
• Website: Humanity Restored

Connect with Us:

• Website: The Culture Works
• Book: Anxiety at Work
• Speaking Engagements: Interested in having Chester and Adrian speak at your next event? Contact Us

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If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways

1. 🌟 Emotional Maturity Over Emotional Intelligence
2. 🧩 The Four Core Employee Needs
3. 🚀 Be Insatiably Curious About Your People

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

With AI, our teams spread around the world, and major shifts occurring in the workplace, our guest today says humanity-first leadership is the last real differentiator!

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🎯 Top 3 Takeaways

1. 🌟 Emotional Maturity Over Emotional Intelligence
2. 🧩 The Four Core Employee Needs
3. 🚀 Be Insatiably Curious About Your People

This week, Adrian & Chester are joined by Dr. Christie Smith to explore humanity-first leadership as the ultimate differentiator in a rapidly changing workplace. From the rise of distributed teams to the impacts of generative AI and global shifts, Christie shares insights from her new book. She offers actionable strategies for leaders to navigate today’s complex challenges.

This conversation is packed with practical advice on emotional maturity, creating connection, and fostering purpose in the workplace—all while addressing the stigma of mental health challenges.

Memorable quotes and resources

"The best leaders are insatiably curious—not just about their markets, but about their people." – Dr. Christie Smith

Actionable Advice

• For Leaders: Take time to reflect on your leadership style. Are you meeting the needs of your team in terms of purpose, agency, well-being, and connection?
• For Employees: Even if your leader isn’t emotionally mature, you can model the behavior you want to see by fostering positive culture and demonstrating resilience.

Book: Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership by Dr. Christie Smith

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Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways

⚡ Pressure Corrupts, Not Power

🛠️ The Importance of Self-Management

🕰️ The Power of 'Blank Space'

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

Under pressure, even the most well-intentioned manager can become the boss nobody wants to work for.

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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways:

Pressure Corrupts, Not Power ⚡

The Importance of Self-Management 🛠️

The Power of 'Blank Space' 🕰️

In this episode, Chester and Adrian explore the challenges of managing pressure with grace and intelligence 💡. Joined by executive coach and author Sabina Nawaz, they reveal how pressure—not power—is the real culprit when it comes to toxic management. Sabina shares actionable tips and real-life stories on how leaders can manage themselves better, foster healthier workplaces, and avoid becoming "the boss nobody wants to work for."

This episode is packed with practical advice to help you thrive under pressure 🧠✨

Resources & Recommendations 📚:

• Sabina Nawaz's Book: You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be and Others Need 📖.
• Website: SabinaNawaz.com 🌐
• Follow Sabina:
  • Instagram: @SabinaCoaching 📸
  • LinkedIn: Sabina Nawaz on LinkedIn 💼

👥 Follow Chester & Adrian:
🌍 Website: TheCultureWorks.com
📖 Anxiety at Work – Available wherever books are sold! 📚

🎤 Book Chester & Adrian for Your Next Event!
✨ Keynotes on Culture, Leadership & Mental Wellness
📩 Contact us at christy@thecultureworks.com

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

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🔑 Top 3 Takeaways

✅ Courage isn’t about eliminating fear—it’s about acting despite it. Your fear doesn’t define you; your actions do.
✅ Rewriting your inner narrative can change everything. The stories we tell ourselves shape our reality. Make sure yours empowers, not limits you.
✅ Right-sizing your fear helps you move forward. Fear is often bigger in our minds than in reality—learning to manage it gives you back control.

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...