Ep37: How to Bring Your Whole Self to Work and Thrive in Your Career with Amy Wolf

Welcome to Human Wise, the podcast that explores the commercial advantage of being human at work.

With host Helen Wada, executive coach and founder of The Human Advantage, each episode will explore what being human at work looks like across a wide range of industries, from people in senior management to those on the ground.

Unlock the secrets to authentic career growth and transformative hiring in today’s fast-changing job market with this inspiring episode! Join Human Wise host Helen Wada in a candid, in-person conversation with Amy Wolfe, founder of The Wolfe Partnership and executive search expert, as they dive into what it really means to be "human at work." Discover why authenticity, trust, and self-knowledge matter more than ever for both job-seekers and employers—and how you can harness your unique strengths for lasting success.

You’ll learn why career ownership is essential (especially in uncertain times), how to craft your own compelling personal story, and the pitfalls of transactional recruitment. Amy shares actionable tips for candidates who feel stuck—whether you’re sending countless CVs into the void, feeling overlooked by age or circumstance, or striving to stand out beyond buzzwords and job titles. For businesses, she reveals how real connection, purpose, and transparent processes can transform your hiring—and why investing in people is key to thriving.

If you’re looking for practical career advice, want to hire exceptional talent, or simply crave a human-first approach to work, this episode will motivate you to embrace your individuality and build meaningful professional relationships. Don’t miss this must-listen guide to bringing humanity back to work!

Topics Discussed:

Human side of recruitmentBuilding trust through authenticityNavigating career transitions successfullyImpact of technology on hiringImportance of professional networking

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Further links to follow:

Helen Wada: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/helen-wada

The Human Advantage: https://www.thehumanadvantage.co.uk/

Host and expert coach Helen Wada is a strong believer in the commercial advantage of being human at work.

With over 25 years commercial experience, Helen has seen an opportunity for businesses to do things differently – a sweet spot where a coaching approach and commercial focus can co-exist to build a more human working world.

This podcast is for anyone in business who believes that a better way of working is out there: better for teams, for organisations and, ultimately, for society as a whole.

We'll hear from senior leaders, founders, people on the ground and professionals from a variety of different disciplines, learning from their unique wisdom and experience. 

So, if you're ready to make the human advantage your commercial advantage, join Helen and guests every other week on all major podcast directories.

• No. of episodes: 39
• Latest episode: 2025-05-13
• Business Entrepreneurship Management

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