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EPISODE · Nov 3, 2025 · 38 MIN

What’s Really Keeping You Stuck in Your Career with Yvette Janse Van Rensburg

from The SMARTA Podcast · host Sonia Marta

Have you ever felt like you’re standing still in your career, not because of the ceiling above you, but the floor beneath you?Today on The SMARTA Podcast, we dive deep into what’s really holding you back at work and how to unlock your potential by removing the “interference” that clouds performance.In this episode, we unpack:💡 Why you need to stop managing change and start building change fitness💡 How to balance freedom and structure to build trust and accountability💡 What “performance = potential - interference” really means in practice💡 How to design a culture that’s both emotional and cognitive💡 Why leadership doesn’t start with a title, it starts with youAbout Yvette:Yvette Janse Van Rensburg is a Partner at Let’s Talk Talent, specializing in culture, leadership, and talent management. She’s passionate about making organizations irresistible by unlocking people’s potential. You can connect with Yvette and explore her work at letstalktalent.co.uk.In this episode:00:00 – Intro01:19 – What makes organizations irresistible02:39 – The power of the “performance = potential – interference” equation06:21 – Building culture that lasts11:08 – Moving from change management to change fitness15:18 – Freedom within the framework: structure vs flexibility18:16 – Rethinking talent management20:56 – Leadership starts before the title23:27 – The rise of AI and hybrid workplaces27:43 – The future of people and culture30:15 – The sticky floor paradox32:50 – Books that shaped Yvette’s perspective35:55 – Unlocking hidden talent38:52 – Final message to listeners41:00 – OutroIf today’s episode made you see yourself differently, pause to think, or feel understood share this episode with someone who needs it too.Double-check that you’re subscribed for more weekly conversations that fuel growth, clarity, and leadership from the inside out. Also, rate this podcast 5 stars as it’s what helps me grow the show!📺 Watch on YouTube: The SMARTA Podcast Playlist🌐 Learn more about Sonia Marta: www.soniamarta.com📲 Follow Sonia on Instagram @soniamartaauthor and connect via linktr.ee/soniamartauthor

Have you ever felt like you’re standing still in your career, not because of the ceiling above you, but the floor beneath you?Today on The SMARTA Podcast, we dive deep into what’s really holding you back at work and how to unlock your potential by removing the “interference” that clouds performance.In this episode, we unpack:💡 Why you need to stop managing change and start building change fitness💡 How to balance freedom and structure to build trust and accountability💡 What “performance = potential - interference” really means in practice💡 How to design a culture that’s both emotional and cognitive💡 Why leadership doesn’t start with a title, it starts with youAbout Yvette:Yvette Janse Van Rensburg is a Partner at Let’s Talk Talent, specializing in culture, leadership, and talent management. She’s passionate about making organizations irresistible by unlocking people’s potential. You can connect with Yvette and explore her work at letstalktalent.co.uk.In this episode:00:00 – Intro01:19 – What makes organizations irresistible02:39 – The power of the “performance = potential – interference” equation06:21 – Building culture that lasts11:08 – Moving from change management to change fitness15:18 – Freedom within the framework: structure vs flexibility18:16 – Rethinking talent management20:56 – Leadership starts before the title23:27 – The rise of AI and hybrid workplaces27:43 – The future of people and culture30:15 – The sticky floor paradox32:50 – Books that shaped Yvette’s perspective35:55 – Unlocking hidden talent38:52 – Final message to listeners41:00 – OutroIf today’s episode made you see yourself differently, pause to think, or feel understood share this episode with someone who needs it too.Double-check that you’re subscribed for more weekly conversations that fuel growth, clarity, and leadership from the inside out. Also, rate this podcast 5 stars as it’s what helps me grow the show!📺 Watch on YouTube: The SMARTA Podcast Playlist🌐 Learn more about Sonia Marta: www.soniamarta.com📲 Follow Sonia on Instagram @soniamartaauthor and connect via linktr.ee/soniamartauthor

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