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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 1 MIN

Quick Spoon: Four words that changed everything

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Sometimes the people closest to us can see things we've become blind to.In this Quick Spoon, Ross reflects on a powerful moment from his conversation with organisational psychologist Dr Joanne Gray.After years in a demanding corporate role, Joe made the decision to leave. When she shared the news with her Dad, his response was immediate:"Thank God for that."Those four words revealed something important. While Joe had been pushing on, those closest to her had already noticed the impact that work was having on her wellbeing.This Quick Spoon explores perspective, self-awareness, and the value of having people in our lives who are willing to tell us the truth when we need to hear it.Something to reflect uponWho are the people in your life who tell you the truth when you need to hear it?And when was the last time you listened?Listen to the Full EpisodePowering Workplace Proactivity with Dr Joanne GrayPeople Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use.If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes.Full episode - Powering workplace proactivity with Dr Joe Gray – on Apple PodcastsFind Joe on InstagramThe Progress Lab | We’re on a mission to make workplaces work better, helping people & organisations unleash their potential.Connect with Joe on LinkedInJoe's website - Powering ProactivityJoe's Book - Powering Workplace ProactivityVisit Ross' Website.Connect with Ross on LinkedInPeople Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian lifeHe's now also on BlueskyThe People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE

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