Headflex

About Headflex

Headflex is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by Rebecca and Diane, two experienced coaches and friends who invite you to eavesdrop on authentic coaching conversations about the often-overlooked challenges of professional life. Each episode tackles a different workplace topic, from leadership vulnerability to risky assumptions, offering listeners valuable insights and perspective shifts. With a blend of humour and relatability, Head Flex aims to make coaching accessible to all, providing you with the tools to find your own answers to work-life dilemmas. Tune in to flex your mind, gain fresh perspectives, and experience the power of coaching – it's like having personal coaches in your pocket! Rebecca and Diane, leadership coaches with over 20 years experience, are on a mission to de-bunk some of the myths and barriers surrounding coaching, making it accessible to all, with a touch of humour and a human approach. Diane brings energy and enjoyment to her coaching. She offers you time and space to deepen your thinking, reflect on how you are working and bring impactful behavioural change. Diane also works with teams to help them develop and reach their collective potential. Rebecca coaches teams, leaders and emerging leaders across many different sectors. She brings empathy with a healthy dose of challenge to help leaders navigate their style and impact. She also helps teams to thrive through building trust and deep collaboration. Headflex will flex the subjects that commonly appear in their coaching sessions and challenge each other and their guests to answer thought provoking questions, unlock answers and shift perspectives. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: hello@headflex.co.uk. Website: www.headflex.co.uk Instagram: @head.flex

Publisher

Rebecca Walker & Diane Williams

Category

business · business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Dec 2024

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

51 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Ep 49: Got the Promotion But Still Unhappy? The Arrival Fallacy at Work

   What do you do when you finally accomplish a long-awaited goal, only to find yourself feeling unexpectedly underwhelmed? In this episode of Headflex, Rebecca and Diane dig into the "arrival fallacy" the idea that achieving success will automatically bring lasting happiness. They share why our emotions often don't match our expectations after promotions or big wins, and how tying our self-worth to achievements can leave us feeling perpetually dissatisfied. Throughout the conversation, Rebecca and Diane reflect on their own experiences and their work as coaches, revealing how many clients confuse outcomes with the feelings they’re really chasing. Instead of focusing relentlessly on the next title or milestone, they encourage listeners to uncover the deeper needs like confidence, belonging, or purpose that drive ambition. They also offer practical advice for leaders aiming to support their teams’ personal definitions of success, rather than pushing uniform goals. For anyone who’s ever thought, "I thought I’d feel different when I got here," this episode offers both validation and actionable strategies. Listen in for thoughtful self-coaching questions and new ways to reframe what success truly means to you. Here are the highlights: 00:00 Intro: Why achievements sometimes feel underwhelming 01:53 The belief that reaching a goal will bring lasting happiness. 02:58 How we often confuse the outcome with the feeling 07:07 The endless cycle of "I'll feel good when," leading to burnout 08:46 Warning not to make achievement responsible for happiness. 13:41 The importance of self-compassion and celebrating wins 16:05 Climbing the ladder vs excelling in your current role 18:02 Reframing success to focus on personal fulfilment 22:23 Bringing goals into the present About Headflex: If you're curious about coaching, Headflex offers a range of coaching programmes to suit different needs. 1:1 coaching, team coaching, group coaching and their Headflex in Residence programme. We also offer Headflex Lunch and Learn sessions. Visit www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headflex.co.uk) to find out more. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: hello@headflex.co.uk (mailto:hello@headflex.co.uk) Website: www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headlefx.co.uk/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/ (http://www.instagram.com/head.flex/) Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/) Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1 (http://www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1) Produced by Winter Audio (http://winteraudio.co.uk)

2. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Ep 48: Career No Longer Fits? How to Know It's Time to Move On

   What happens when the career you planned and worked so hard for suddenly doesn’t fit anymore? In this episode of Headflex, co-hosts Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams tackle the often undiscussed and unsettling experience of realising your career path may no longer suit you. They also share how to work out whether it’s time for a change, or simply a moment of exhaustion or frustration. Rebecca and Diane both share personal stories of their own career pivots and coach clients through the emotional and practical challenges of transition emphasising that discomfort can linger for a long time before you’re ready to address it out loud. They underline the importance of asking the right questions, voicing your uncertainties, and not jumping to conclusions about needing a complete career overhaul. Sometimes, burnout or a bad manager clouds your judgment, so restoring energy and perspective is step one before making big decisions. If you’re feeling restless in your role, this episode is full of practical insight and support for finding the courage and clarity to consider what’s next. Here are the highlights: 00:22 What happens when a planned career no longer seems to fit. 01:09 Career paths aren't always a simple upward journey. 03:01 Change can be driven by shifts in roles, industries, or personal growth. 04:27 The unsettling feeling when a career no longer fits 08:20 It sometimes takes time and courage to address the issue 09:02 How physical feelings of unease can signal deeper career misfit. 10:07 Explore which aspects no longer fit instead of rushing to change 13:22 How exhaustion can cloud career decisions 14:13 Vital to boost resilience and energy before making decisions. 15:03 The impact one small change can have in creating momentum. About Headflex: If you're curious about coaching, Headflex offers a range of coaching programmes to suit different needs. 1:1 coaching, team coaching, group coaching and their Headflex in Residence programme. We also offer Headflex Lunch and Learn sessions. Visit www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headflex.co.uk) to find out more. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: hello@headflex.co.uk. Website: www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headlefx.co.uk/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/ (http://www.instagram.com/head.flex/) Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/) Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1 (http://www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1) Produced by Winter Audio (http://winteraudio.co.uk)

3. 

   7 Sept 2026

   Ep 47: Group Coaching & Why It’s Gaining Ground

   What if some of the biggest challenges at work aren’t meant to be solved alone? In this episode of Headflex, co-hosts Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams explore why group coaching is gaining ground and how bringing people together to think, reflect and learn can create something that one-to-one coaching simply can’t. While individual executive coaching remains incredibly valuable, today’s workplace challenges, from hybrid working and organisational change to increasing complexity, pressure and pace, are often shared challenges that need collective solutions. Group coaching creates a psychologically safe space where people can step out of the day-to-day, think differently and learn from the experiences of their peers. But group coaching isn’t about teaching people what to do. It’s about creating the conditions for better thinking, honest conversations and meaningful action. Diane highlights another powerful benefit: the realisation that “it’s not just me.” Whether it’s managing workload, giving difficult feedback, leading appraisals or simply keeping up with constant change, hearing others share similar experiences can transform isolation into connection. And perhaps that’s why group coaching matters more than ever. We may be individually responsible for our work, but we don’t have to navigate its challenges alone. Tune in to discover what makes group coaching different and why it could be the missing piece for organisations looking to support people through change. Here are the highlights: 00:00 Intro: Why is group coaching gaining ground 01:24 How group coaching helps address shared workplace challenges 02:36 Group coaching is not training, but coaching people with shared goals 03:33 Exploring the value of pooling perspectives 04:33 How psychological safety and trust are built through group coaching 05:06 Common themes include change, AI pressures, resilience, feedback and confidence 06:13 Group coaching can alleviate professional isolation 08:21 How participants become more open and willing to share 09:39 Why accountability and continuity are natural outcomes 15:39 How diverse perspectives from across an organisation enhance problem-solving and learning. About Headflex: If you're curious about coaching, Headflex offers a range of coaching programmes to suit different needs. 1:1 coaching, team coaching, group coaching and their Headflex in Residence programme. And, if time management is a challenge in your business then drop them a note and ask for details about their Headflex Lunch and Learn sessions. Visit www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headflex.co.uk) Connect with us at Headflex: Email: hello@headflex.co.uk. Website: www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headlefx.co.uk/) Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/ (http://www.instagram.com/head.flex/) Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/) Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1 (http://www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1) Produced by Winter Audio (http://winteraudio.co.uk) About Headflex: If you're curious about coaching, Headflex offers a range of coaching programmes to suit different needs. 1:1 coaching, team coaching, group coaching and their Headflex in Residence programme. We also offer Headflex Lunch and Learn sessions. Visit www.headflex.co.uk (http://www.headflex.co.uk) to find out more. Connect with us at Headflex: Email: hello@headflex.co.uk. Website: (http://www.headlefx.co.uk/)https://headflex.co.uk/ (https://headflex.co.uk/) Instagram: (http://www.instagram.com/head.flex/)https://www.instagram.com/head.flex/ (https://www.instagram.com/head.flex/) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@headflexcoaching (https://www.youtube.com/@headflexcoaching) Connect with Rebecca Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/) Connect with Diane Williams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1) Produced by https://winteraudio.co.uk/ (https://winteraudio.co.uk/) Produced by Winter Audio (http://winteraudio.co.uk)

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• Sally Cater
• Nicola McKelvey
• Thomas Woodhams
• Tim English

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

15 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 42 / 100

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Quality

64

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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