Hello and welcome! If this is your first time tuning in on a Tuesday, you’re in for a treat. This is where we dive deep into the most pressing topics affecting the world of work today.Today’s Episode:

Elon Musk: Visionary or Villain? We revisit the controversial figure of Elon Musk, exploring recent accusations of misleading practices at Tesla, akin to the Enron scandal. Is this the beginning of the end for Musk’s reign in tech?

The Power of Cooperatives: Why organisations structured as cooperatives, like Mondragón Corporation in Spain, not only survive but thrive through their strong communal bonds and democratic principles.

Men's Mental Health Focus: We spotlight a critical public health initiative in East Sussex aiming to address the concerning rise in suicide rates among men. Hear how community efforts are making a tangible difference.

Burnout Discussion Recap: Highlights from a recent discussion on burnout with Jeremy Cline, exploring the real-life impacts and personal stories shared.

Weekly Workplace Surgery: Your burning questions answered! From navigating creepy boss encounters to transitioning into leadership roles smoothly and effectively implementing team feedback through mini-surveys.

Join us as we round up significant news, offer insights, and provide the tools you need to navigate the complex landscape of modern work. Whether it’s dealing with leadership challenges, enhancing workplace culture, or understanding the broader societal issues impacting workers, "This Week in Work" is your go-to source for all things work-related.

Links:Is Tesla the new Enron?: https://apple.news/APBTDATx-R3WTHYjokR4JaQCultures in Co-ops: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/apr/24/in-the-us-they-think-were-communists-the-70000-workers-showing-the-world-another-way-to-earn-a-livingMental Health in Costal towns: uhttps://apple.news/Adv3Ykvq5QPqJbKXo2Pj_4AJeremy's Change Work Life Podcast: https://changeworklife.com/category/podcast/Real World Leader Assessment: https://realworld-group.com/selection-tool/HSE Management Standards Indicator Tool: https://www.hse.gov.uk/stress/standards/downloads.htmWorkplace Wellbeing question bank: https://whatworkswellbeing.org/resources/workplace-wellbeing-question-bank/Dave Kline's MGMT Accelerator: https://maven.com/dave-kline/mgmt-acceleratorEpisode about John, Leanne's best manager: https://truthliesandwork.com/truth-lies-work-podcast/leanne-elliott-co-hosts-story_1962/

General Support with Mental Health and Well-beingIf you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.Mind website: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email [email protected] (Rest of World)

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