# It's Publication Day for Thriving Talent!

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Podcast: [Happier At Work: Leadership, Culture, Performance](https://stenobird.com/podcast/happier-at-work-leadership-culture-performance-629891)
Published: 2026-03-30T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://happieratwork.ie/happier-at-work-podcast
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## Resource

Today is publication day for my book, Thriving Talent: How Great Leaders Drive Performance, Engagement and Retention . https://www.thrivingtalentbook.com This isn’t just a milestone moment—it’s a chance to pause and reflect on what this journey has really been about. Because writing a book isn’t just about getting your ideas down on paper. It changes how you think. It forces clarity. It challenges what you thought you knew. In this short solo episode, I’m sharing: What surprised me most about the writing and publishing process The deeper message behind Thriving Talent Why this book isn’t about fixing people at work And what I hope this sparks for leaders, teams, and organisations If you’ve ever felt frustrated by disengagement, burnout, or “quiet quitting” in your organisation—this episode (and the book) is for you. Key Takeaways Most workplace challenges are framed as people problems—but they’re often system problems Engagement, performance, and retention are outcomes of the environment leaders create Writing a book forces you to move from ideas to clarity—and from clarity to conviction Leadership isn’t about having the title—it’s about how you show up and the conditions you create Small changes in culture, recognition, and psychological safety can have a significant impact About the Book Thriving Talent introduces a practical, research-backed framework to help leaders create environments where people can perform, grow, and stay. It brings together five core elements: Psychological safety Culture Drivers of motivation Capabilities and strengths Leadership This is not about adding more to your plate. It’s about focusing on what actually makes a difference. Get the Book If you’d like to explore these ideas further, you can get your copy of Thriving Talent here: 👉 https:…

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