Work Unscripted
Podcast Description
Work Unscripted with Marlo Lyons offers a candid exploration into the realities of career advancement and leadership. Hosted by Marlo Lyons, executive career coach and former HR exec, this podcast brings unfiltered insights on work, leadership, and finding your path. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with industry leaders who share real stories and practical tools, and honest insights from Marlo. Work Unscripted is your guide to thriving in the professional world.
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The podcast explores themes of career advancement, leadership, resilience, and personal fulfillment. Episodes include discussions on job market strategies, resilience building techniques, and meaningful life choices, with specific examples like insights from recruiter Jane Turkewitz on overcoming job application challenges and author Amy Wong's approach to living on purpose.
Work Unscripted with Marlo Lyons offers a candid exploration into the realities of career advancement and leadership. Hosted by Marlo Lyons, executive career coach and former HR exec, this podcast brings unfiltered insights on work, leadership, and finding your path. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with industry leaders who share real stories and practical tools, and honest insights from Marlo. Work Unscripted is your guide to thriving in the professional world.
Ever received feedback with no examples, no clarity, and no idea what to do next?
Welcome to Part II of Marlo Lyons’ performance review series, where we break down one of the most frustrating workplace experiences: vague, cryptic, or confusing feedback.
In this solo episode, Marlo shares a deeply personal story of receiving unclear feedback that left her spiraling, second-guessing herself, and trying to decode meaning that no one could (or would) explain.
You’ll learn:
- What to do when feedback is vague, subjective, or impossible to interpret
- How to ask clarifying questions without sounding defensive
- Why “2% truth” is a powerful tool for self-reflection
- How to experiment with behavior changes using curiosity instead of shame
- Why vague feedback often says more about your manager than it does about you
- How to protect your self-worth when feedback feels unfair or inaccurate
- When to respond in writing, and when it’s better not to
Marlo also breaks down the difference between judgment vs. coaching, why leaders must give feedback like a map, not a mirror, and why high performers often get hit hardest by vague phrasing.
If you’re going through performance review season (or still recovering from one), this episode will help you navigate the emotional fallout while still learning, growing, and protecting your confidence.
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Work Unscripted is produced by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.
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