this is work
this is work
Shelley Johnson
822 spot the difference: confidence vs arrogance, empathy vs enabling + more
43 minutes Posted Jun 7, 2026 at 7:10 pm.
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Is your workplace toxic, or does it just have high expectations? A work dynamic could appear as one thing until you look a little closer. In this episode, Shell unpacks the subtle but crucial distinctions between:


πŸ‘‰ a toxic workplace vs a a demanding workplace

πŸ‘‰πŸ½ confidence vs arrogance

πŸ‘‰πŸΎ hard work vs hustle

πŸ‘‰πŸΏ empathy vs enabling bad behaviour

πŸ‘‰πŸ» clear leadership vs controlling leadership


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If you lead teams, check out Shelley’s business, Boldside: https://www.boldside.com.au/


Shell & Glen’s book 'Sort Your Career Out & Make More Money' is available here: https://amzn.to/4k3YSrr

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