{"podcast":{"title":"Truth, Lies and Work","slug":"truth-lies-and-work-5599780","podcast_index_feed_id":5599780,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/HS8013840693","website_url":"https://truthliesandwork.com/episodes/","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/65125ba2-4fd3-11ed-b6b9-d7032cc8f9f3/image/649cd21b3d2628500736e44084762d44.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Leanne & Al Elliott","episode_count":323,"summary":"Truth, Lies & Work is the UK's #1 Management Podcast. Brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network, this award-winning podcast is where behavioural science meets workplace culture. Hosted by Chartered Occupational Psychologist Leanne Elliott and business owner Al Elliott, the show has reached #2 in the UK Business Podcast Charts and consistently ranks as a Top 10 trending business podcast globally. With a unique blend of evidence-based insight and lived experience, Leanne and Al simplify the science of people and culture to help leaders attract, engage, and retain great talent. Episodes drop twice a week. Tuesdays feature a global people and culture news round-up, a hot take from an emerging or established voice, and the world-famous Workplace Surgery—where Leanne answers real listener questions with practical advice. Thursdays dive deeper with expert guests from across the business and psychology worlds, sharing fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Whether you're scaling a startup or leading a large team, Truth, Lies & Work delivers the tools, thinking, and inspiration to build thriving, toxic-free workplaces that prioritise well-being and drive sustainable growth. Also…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-17T02:17:44.798737+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/truth-lies-and-work-5599780"},"episode":{"title":"290. Is money the best motivator? PLUS! 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This week, we are joined by special guest Dr. Jake Tuber, an organizational psychologist, executive coach, and founder of Ticon Advisory, recently named one of the Leadership Center for Excellence’s 40 Under 40. In this episode, we explore the surprising power of \"Londonmaxxing,\" why hustle culture might be a young person's game, and whether money is actually the best way to get your team to perform. 🔥 Stories Covered 1. Is \"Londonmaxxing\" the Secret to Rapid Growth? Some UK entrepreneurs are moving back into the office—but not for the reason you think. \"Londonmaxxing\" is the practice of being in close physical proximity to other ambitious, high-growth businesses to accelerate your own success. We look at an office block in Southwark where 13 companies are collectively turning over £150 million simply by sharing a kitchen and a vibe. 2. Is Hustle Culture Just a Young Person's Game? We’ve all heard the \"rise and grind\" mantras, but research suggests that after 40, your \"capacity\" hasn't changed—your stakes have. We discuss why mid-life professionals often trade intensity for sustainability and why \"running out of juice\" is actually just a sophisticated risk assessment by your brain. 🧠 Truth or Lie: Is Money the Best Motivator? Dr. Jake Tuber leads us through a deep dive into the psychology of compensation. While performance-based pay can drive results, it isn't always the \"best\" way to inspire your team. The Pro: Money increases perceptions of fairness and works well for simple tasks with a clear line of sight. The Con: For knowledge work and creative tasks, performance-based pay can actually lower motivation if it feels controlling or manipulative. The Verdic…","meta_description":"Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning podcast where behavioral science meets workplace culture. 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