Work Unscripted

Work Unscripted with Marlo Lyons offers a candid exploration into the realities of career advancement and leadership. Hosted by Marlo Lyons, executive career coach and former HR exec, this podcast brings unfiltered insights on work, leadership, and finding your path. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with industry leaders who share real stories and practical tools, and honest insights from Marlo. Work Unscripted is your guide to thriving in the professional world.

Work Unscripted is a business podcast hosted by Marlo Lyons, with 61 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Marlo Lyons hosts Work Unscripted, a business show with 61 episodes published.

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  Episode #61

  Why Perfectionism Is Keeping You Stuck

  Aug 19, 20268 minS1

  Stop calling yourself a perfectionist like it’s a compliment. Perfectionism is not a personality trait, or a strength in disguise. It is fear with a really good publicist. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons, executive coach and workplace strategist, calls out the version of perfectionism so many high achievers wear like a badge. It’s the kind that keeps the draft unfinished, the idea unshared, the business unstarted, the post unpublished, and the conversation delayed. Because most of the time, “it’s not ready yet” does not mean it needs more polishing. It means you’re scared to be seen. And that fear, whether it’s fear of failure, fear of judgment, or fear of success, is what perfectionism is actually protecting. You’ll learn: Why perfectionism is often fear disguised as professionalism How perfectionism fuels procrastination and delays your life, your work, and your momentum Why imperfect things that exist are more powerful than perfect things that don’t and “why done is better than perfect” is more than a cliché. How fear of failure, fear of judgment, and fear of success keep high achievers stuck Why “done” is the only thing that can ever become great What to ask instead of “Is this perfect?” to break through perfectionism and take imperfect action How to take one real step toward done today If you’ve been circling the same idea, draft, project, post, or decision for weeks, months, or years, this episode is your push. Whether perfectionism shows up as procrastination, creative block, or endless over-editing, this episode will help you make a move. Because the world does not need your perfect version. It needs your real one. Connect with Marlo Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ----------- Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

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  Episode #60

  How Women Can Build Confidence and Career Agency with Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn

  Aug 12, 202645 minS1

  Confidence matters. But does confidence alone move your career forward? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn, founder of Elevate Women, to talk about what it really takes for women to grow, lead, and future-proof their career advancement in high-pressure, political workplaces. After 32 years in banking, including senior leadership in a male-dominated environment, Kirsteen knows what it feels like to perform, push, navigate politics, and slowly lose connection with yourself in the process. Now, through Elevate Women, she helps women build confidence, strategic leadership, self-trust, and real career agency. Marlo and Kirsteen talk about imposter syndrome, vague feedback like “you need more executive presence,” and what it really means for women in leadership, the shift from high performer to strategic leader, and why women have to stop taking on work that keeps them busy but does not move them forward. You’ll learn: Why confidence alone is not a career strategy for women in leadership How women can move from performing to leading strategically and advancing their careers with intention What “executive presence” feedback for women may actually be pointing to Why imposter syndrome show up even at senior levels and what to do about it How to build strategic relationships and visibility at work before you need them Why non-promotable tasks can quietly stall women’s career advancement How to own your brand, your value, and your next move What future-ready women’s leadership looks like in a rapidly changing workplace If you are a woman in leadership, a mid-career professional, or someone trying to build more confidence, visibility, and agency at work, this episode will help you stop waiting to be chosen and start leading your career with more intention. Whether you work in a male-dominiated industry, have been told you need more executive presence, or are navigating imposter syndrome at the senior level, thai conversation is for you. Because the goal is not just to look confident. It is to trust yourself enough to act. Learn more: elevate-women.co.uk/ Connect with Marlo Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ----------- Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

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  Episode #59

  What HR Really Does When You File a Complaint

  Aug 5, 202611 minS1

  HR works for the company, not for you. Have you ever walked into HR thinking, “Finally. Someone is going to listen. Someone is going to help.” And then nothing changed, or things got worse. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted , Marlo Lyons breaks the code on what HR is really designed to do, and why employees need to stop confusing HR with personal advocacy. HR may listen, investigate, and say they are taking things seriously, but at the end of the day, HR works for the company. And if you are dealing with a serious workplace complaint or conflict, you need to understand the system before you walk into the room. You’ll learn: Why “we’re here to listen” does not always mean HR is there to advocate for you Why HR conversations are not truly confidential and what HR confidentiality really means for you What “we take this seriously” really means and why it’s about company risk, not your wellbeing Why the HR investigation prpocess may focus on both the workplace complaint and the person making it What can happen after a workplace complaint is closed and employees are expected to “move on,” including the risk of workplace retaliation. Why companies should invest in real repair after workplace conflict How to document workplace issues before going to HR, including dates, messages, and your employee rights If you’ve ever felt confused, dismissed, or blindsided after bringing a workplace complaint to HR, this episode gives language to what may actually be happening behind the scenes. Whether you’re navigating a hostile work environment, considering filing a workplace complaint, or want to understand your employee rights before taking action, this episode is your guide. Because HR may care about people. But HR was hired to protect the company. Connect with Marlo Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ----------- Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

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  Episode #58

  The AI Shift at Work: What Executives and Mid-Career Professionals Need to Do Now with Tatsiana Maskalevich

  Jul 29, 20261h 6mS1

  Using AI once in a while is not the same as changing how you work. In this episode of Work Unscripted , executive coach Marlo Lyons talks with AI product leader Tatsiana Maskalevich about how to move beyond one-off chatbot prompts and start thinking in terms of compounding AI workflows. AI is changing how work gets done, how leaders make decisions, and how professionals stay valuable in a rapidly shifting workplace. Marlo and Tatsiana talk about the fear of AI taking jobs and why collaboration matters more as AI becomes part of everyday work. You’ll learn: Why one-off AI prompts barely scratch the surface How compounding AI workflows can create long-term value Why feedback is essential if you want better AI outputs Why human judgment and critical thinking matter more, not less, as AI scales How AI will change jobs instead of simply replacing them What executives and mid-career professionals should do right now If you’re a leader, executive, mid-career professional, or employee wondering how to stay relevant as AI changes work, this episode gives you a practical place to start. Because the future of work will not belong to the people who ignore AI. It will belong to the people who learn how to think with it, without letting it think for them and future-proof their careers in the process. Connect with Marlo Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ----------- Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

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  Episode #57

  What Leaders Carry: The Emotional Labor of Leadership No One Talks About

  Jul 22, 20266 minS1

  Your boss may know things about the future of your job long before you do. A reorganization. A budget cut. A project ending. Even layoffs. And still, they have to walk into meetings, look everyone in the eye, and act completely normal. In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted , Marlo Lyons explores the emotional labor and the hidden cost of leadership: the invisible work leaders do to manage pressure, protect their teams, navigate competing priorities, and carry information they cannot always share. Leadership is often framed as strategy, authority, and decision-making. But behind the scenes, leaders are also translating pressure from above, advocating for their teams, managing stakeholders, absorbing chaos, and making hard calls that employees may never see. You’ll learn: What emotional labor in leadership really looks like Why managers often know about reorgs, budget cuts, or layoffs before their teams do How leaders balance pressure from above with the needs of their team Why good leaders protect their teams in ways employees may never notice How to give leaders more grace without excusing poor leadership Why understanding emotional labor makes you a better employee, manager and advocate If you’re a leader, aspiring leader, or employee trying to understand what may be happening behind the curtain at work, this episode offers a more honest look at the hidden weight of leadership. Because leadership is not just about having more control. It is about carrying more responsibility. Connect with Marlo Website | LinkedIn | Instagram ----------- Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

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