In Our Apa Era

About In Our Apa Era

A wellbeing specialist and an HR specialist come together to provide you with a unique holisitic approach to navigating life (professional and personal) We use the concept of an ‘apa’ (i.e. older sibling), as a guide in this podcast. Your hosts share life observations (via wellbeing & HR knowledge) and stories to explore concepts relating to life and work, sharing what's worked and what hasn't It's a great listen for anyone regardless of background and career experience, if you just wants some friendly sage advice to navigate life

Publisher

Sana Currimbhoy

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Jun 2024

Latest episode

10 Aug 2024

Latest episodes

8 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Aug 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Imposter Syndrome

   Episode nine: The apas feel like imposters Podcast episode 9: Imposter Syndrome Summary & key points This episode explores the concept of Imposter Syndrome, what we define it to be and how we have seen it play out based on personal experiences Imposter Syndrome can often manifest when you feel you’re not good enough or feeling like a fraud It often plays out for high achievers and in the work place it can also play out when we think about DE&I and the experience of Ethnically Diverse colleagues Imposter syndrome can be felt in moments and not necessarily all the time Some ways to overcome imposter syndrome: -Building an inclusive culture in the workplace that allows you to be your whole self (celebrate multi cultural events & team building activities) -Having diverse workplaces surrounded by diverse colleagues -Formal training in the workplace around imposter syndrome; talking and demystifying the topic of imposter syndrome -Life experience, dealing with and overcoming challenging circumstances which can build confidence -Having a true passion in your subject matter -Knowing that you don’t have to know everything about a particular subject -Watching others around you and seeing how they respond -Realising it’s alright if things go wrong -Getting constructive feedback and using that to evolve -Giving yourself credit for what you’ve owned and how far you’ve come Quotes to remember “One day the veil falls and you feel like an imposter" “Have the confidence of an average white man”

2. 

   2 Aug 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Productivity & Learning

   Episode eight: The apas learn something new Podcast episode 8: Productivity & Learning Summary & key points This episode explores the concept of learning in the workplace and outside of the workplace We review the learning process looking at popular frameworks of learning (e.g. 70:20:10) Learning is key in order to help you achieve your goals and for re-skilling or moving to a new job The podcast helps you look at how to make this part of your routine and how to optimise your day for those bite sized learning moments Remember that sharing, reinforcing what you’re learning and creating a community around it is key to making that learning stick Quotes to remember: “Subconscious learning as opposed to conscious learning” “Who you surround yourself with will help you get to your goals” “Storytelling is one of the best techniques to learn something new” “Take the time to build curiosity, so you can really get into (what it is you want to learn) and this is what will help you learn” “Take it in small bits, this is what will change your behaviour” “Learning is a behavioural change” “Talk about what you’ve learned with your friends so that it stays with you”

3. 

   26 Jul 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Productivity & Goal Setting II

   Episode seven: The apas set goals part 2 Podcast episode 7: Productivity & Goal Setting 2 Summary & key points This episode continues to explore the concept of goal setting with some helpful tips on how to set achievable goals for yourself (both in work and in your personal life) Two very different personal stories to bring this to life (couple goal setting + nutrition goal setting) Tips on goal setting: Goals you set should not be unrealistic that don’t set you up to fail Writing things down to help you achieve the goal Once you’ve made a conscious decision and ‘life happens’ it doesn’t mean that you’ve failed or fallen off the wagon- don’t beat yourself up or be hard on yourself Having someone to keep you accountable is a great way to help you achieve your goal Quotes to remember: “Stick to what you know and enhance it, harnessing what works for you” “There is an efficient way to get what you want and still have fun with it” “When you’re down be down, think about small wins, set yourself small targets you can achieve”

4. 

   24 Jul 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Productivity & Goal Setting I

   Episode six: The apas set goals Podcast episode 6: Productivity & Goal Setting 1 Summary & key points This episode explores the concept of goal setting with some helpful tips on how to set achievable goals for yourself (both in work and in your personal life) The theory of goal setting from an HR and work lens is explored (e.g. linked to performance management), alongside the importance of goal setting Top tips for setting and sticking to your goals: Have few and simple goals so that you can easily achieve them which you can update each quarter SMART goals – a great framework to set clear goals both at work and for your own personal goals Being purposeful of the goal being set; reflecting and challenging yourself on why you are choosing that goal can help set the right goal and go after the right things Having a coach or someone to speak to or even self reflection time can help with setting the right goals The best way to commit to your goals is by writing things down Manifesting your goals and continue to affirm your commitment Be aware of self talk; it is a very powerful tool – used positively it can get you where you want to go, or you self pity or think negatively it could shake your confidence, bring you down and not let you achieve your goal Quotes to remember “It all starts from being able to visualise and think where you want to go and then knowing the steps it takes to get there, without goal setting this can get really overwhelming” “We sometimes struggle with understanding our goals in a way that we can then either write them down or visualise them in a clear way” “Understand the journey to get there (to achieving your goal) and all the variables and moving parts to get you there” “Writing things down helps you achieve things” “If you bring something to your awareness you will see it everywhere” “Everything you say to yourself is a direct order” “You want the voice in your head to be your cheerleader… not the other way around… it’s too easy to give in to the negative voice"

5. 

   12 Jul 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Productivity & Wellbeing

   Episode five: The apas talk women's wellbeing Summary & key points This episode explores the concept of executing against drive (using the resources you have) as one definition of productivity Life coach pro tip: looking at your life aspects as different circles and then do an assessment of where you are today, colouring in each circle so you can understand where to focus your energy best This episode also looks at the concept of thinking seasonally and utilising your energy based on what comes naturally for you and your body Breaking the taboo particularly in the workplace about women’s wellbeing & have the right conversations curated for the workplace The importance of having open conversations with your self, with your colleagues to share what you need & your non-negotiations in order to succeed and be productive Quotes to remember: “Life isn’t just all about those big moments when drive naturally executes itself” “Be able to give yourself time to know what season you are going through” “This approach takes self awareness to the next level” “Productivity is a combination of mind, body, soul”

6. 

   28 Jun 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Origin II

   Episode three: Your host Sana's story Summary & Key Points This episode takes a deeper look at migrating to the UK via the route of studying at for an undergraduate degree and then getting a job right after university Sana’s experience covers studying a liberal arts degree and then moving to a corporate job after university & navigating your first career post university Challenges include figuring out your career independently at age 21, managing the switch between studying into working and sticking with a discipline for 10 years which overtime has become a passion Key concepts include how long to stay in a role and job and the benefits of sticking with a role to learn and master it before you move onto a different role Another idea explored is that of personal drive and where that comes from. In this case it began as an internal need in comparison to peers and the pressure we put on ourselves to hold ourselves to a high standard. Overtime this concept of personal drive has changed and become more organic and based on enjoyment of work, creating something unique and leaving a personal mark on the world Quotes to remember “It’s hard at the age of 17 to know what you’re studying and then picking a subject you cant change” “Study what you enjoy at undergraduate level” “Mock interviews are essential to securing that first job” “After 10 years working, in the last 3 years I properly work up and enjoyed what I was doing”

7. 

   19 Jun 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Origin I

   Episode two: Your host Mahnoor’s story Summary & key points This episode looks at Mahnoor’s experience of migrating to the UK from Pakistan in her 30s, in a post Covid era, and moving for her master’s degree, navigating this change while also going through big life changes The episode explores the concept of moving from a state of being ‘comfortable’ and safe to moving into and navigating challenge This is also a great example of not having a straightforward career trajectory and managing simultaneous careers at the same time Top tips to help set you up for success: Having a goal and timeline was very important to make the change a reality Maintaining a practical mind-set, making good use of the resources at your disposal Strong drive to succeed and do as much of this as you can on your own Prioritize and plan what to go after Use your network to test your ideas, your friends and peers can help you understand your strengths Being clear about what you want to go after, narrowing down options linked to what could give you a career based on your experience and interests Commit to your chosen path; once you choose something give it your all and see it through Be pragmatic and have a back up plan, think of this as a second career you can pursue alongside your first Understand yourself and see different aspects of your personality as your strength, if you have anxiety for example think about how it can be used to help you by helping you plan better and be more prepared Keep disciplined, build habits that will get you to where you want to be Quotes to remember “Stability is a concept” “(on drive) Its like a fire in my belly… I cant sit still if I feel like I’m not moving or going somewhere or doing something” “We all carved our own path from what we had” “It wasn’t luck that got me here, it was hard work and planning” “Anxiety is like a super power; when I enter a room I’ve thought about the 10 things that could go wrong and also the 10 things that can go right” “Wellbeing brought me here… it made me more me…  instilled habits that brought me here”

8. 

   14 Jun 2024

   In Our Apa Era: Pilot

   Episode one: The Rise of the Apas Summary & key points This episode introduces your hosts and the podcast itself Mahnoor is a fitness instructor and a wellbeing coach. Sana is a HR professional offering career guidance and coaching Wellbeing specialist and an HR specialist come together to provide you with a unique holisitic approach to navigating life (professional and personal) What is an ‘apa’ and what does this concept mean for us and this podcast? The podcast will use stories to explore concepts relating to life and work This is a podcast for all experiences and all different types of careers, whether you are someone who’s not sure about how your diverse experiences come together or if you’re someone who has had a career in one field this podcast looks at both experiences and offers guidance and support along the way. Quotes to remember “your apa is someone who makes mistakes and someone who you can learn from” “help someone who could have been me” “there is no straight shot career and there is no concept of ‘going back’”

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