Episode
Quick Spoon: Three questions before you take action
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- People Soup
- Published
- Jun 29, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 90
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Summary
We often assume that if we're not taking action, the problem must be motivation. But what if there's more to it than that? In this Quick Spoon , Ross reflects on a practical framework shared by organisational psychologist Dr Joe Gray, based on the work of Professor Sharon Parker. Before judging ourselves for not following through, Joe suggests asking three simple questions: Can I do it? Do I have a reason to do it? Do I have the energy to do it? Together, they offer a more compassionate and practical way of understanding what's getting in the way. Something to Reflect On Think about one thing you've been putting off. Then ask yourself: Can I do it? Do I have a reason to do it? Do I have the energy to do it? Which answer reveals the real barrier? Listen to the Full Episode Powering Workplace Proactivity with Dr Joanne Gray