55. Standards vs Sabotage
Mar 19, 20263mEp. 55S2026
High standards are valuable. Self-sabotage is not. In this episode, I look at how standards, when they're set too high, can actually start to sabotage your work rather than support it.
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The Green Pen Pep Talk
Hosted by Claire Berry · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 59 episodes
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59
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About this podcast
The Green Pen Pep Talk is a short, daily podcast for auditors and professionals navigating pressure, complexity, and high expectations at work.Each weekday morning, Claire Berry shares a calm, grounding reminder to help you start the day with clarity, confidence, and steadiness — especially during busy seasons or before challenging conversations.These are not technical audit episodes. They’re quiet moments of perspective and reassurance, designed to help you stay human in a demanding profession.Your mindset companion for the modern audit world.
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About the host
Claire Berry hosts The Green Pen Pep Talk, a business show with 59 episodes published.
Recent episodes
Our AI reads these to draft pitches54. The Power In Repetition
Mar 18, 20263mEp. 54S2026
We've all been there: you're discussing findings with a stakeholder and you start to feel like you’re going round and around in circles. It can feel frustrating. In this episode, I explore how repeating the same message,
Show notes53. Don't Take The Bait
Mar 17, 20263mEp. 53S2026
Sometimes a sharp comment in a meeting is less about the issue and more about the pressure someone is feeling. In this episode, I explore how recognising emotional bait — and choosing not to react to it — helps keep audi
Show notes52. Hold The Line
Mar 16, 20263mEp. 52S2026
At some point in your audit career, you'll encounter a stakeholder who asks you to soften a finding. In this episode, I explore how integrity and credibility are essential when this situation arises.
Show notes51. Disagreement Is Not Disrespect
Mar 15, 20263mEp. 51S2026
Disagreement during an audit can feel personal, but it doesn’t automatically mean your work or judgement isn’t respected. In this episode, I explore how disagreement can be a vital part in ensuring the best outcome for a
Show notes50. Build Confidence Intentionally
Mar 12, 20263mEp. 50S2026
Confidence doesn’t appear overnight — it’s built through reflection, experience, and small deliberate actions over time. In this episode, I explore how regularly reviewing moments of confidence can not only help you cont
Show notes49. Agreement Isn't The Goal
Mar 11, 20262mEp. 49S2026
Disagreement in audit doesn’t automatically mean your judgement is wrong. In this episode, I explore why professional judgement isn’t built on unanimous agreement, but on clear reasoning that helps organisations make inf
Show notes48. Stand Your Ground
Mar 10, 20263mEp. 48S2026
Strong pushback from stakeholders can make it tempting to soften or withdraw a finding. In this episode, I explore how to hold your ground without becoming defensive — staying open to new information while calmly standin
Show notes47. Escalation Is Not Failure
Mar 9, 20263mEp. 47S2026
Escalation can feel like you’ve lost control — but it’s actually a core part of how governance is meant to work. In this episode, I reframe escalation as clarity, not incompetence, and explain why raising risks factually
Show notes46. Incompetence... or Growth?
Mar 8, 20263mEp. 46S2026
That uncomfortable feeling of being out of your depth can look a lot like incompetence — but it isn’t always. In this episode, I explore the difference between true inability and the stretch of growth, and why learning t
Show notes45. Judgement Over Certainty
Mar 5, 20263mEp. 45S2026
Perfect information is almost never available in audit — what you’re really working with is a mosaic of partial, potentially conflicting, and evolving evidence. In this episode, I explore the shift from relying on certai
Show notes44. Don't Get Defensive
Mar 4, 20263mEp. 44S2026
Being challenged on your work can trigger an instant urge to defend and prove you’re right. In this episode, I unpack why that reaction is human — but not always helpful — and how to stay steady when your conclusions are
Show notes43. Slow Is A Strategy
Mar 3, 20262mEp. 43S2026
In high-pressure moments, the instinct is to answer questions quickly. In this episode, I explore why slowing down, pausing, and choosing your response deliberately can strengthen both your composure and your credibility
Show notes42. Pressure Isn't Personal
Mar 2, 20263mEp. 42S2026
Pushback from stakeholders can feel personal — especially when you’ve spent time and effort on getting the audit report 'right'. In this episode, I unpack why stakeholder pushback is usually about pressure, not personal,
Show notes41. Tension Is Part Of The Job
Mar 1, 20262mEp. 41S2026
Tension during an audit isn’t a sign you’ve failed. In this episode, I normalise stakeholder pushback, disagreement, and even frustration, and explain why discomfort comes with raising risks and identifying gaps. If you’
Show notes40. Trust the Judgement You've Built
Feb 26, 20264mEp. 40S2026
Confidence evolves from knowledge into judgement. This episode reflects on trusting the professional judgement you’ve built over time — especially when decisions need to be made without perfect certainty.
Show notes39. Confidence Grows Through Authenticity
Feb 25, 20262mEp. 39S2026
Confidence doesn’t come from performance — it comes from authenticity. This episode reflects on how showing up as yourself, without imitation or polish, strengthens presence, connection, and professional confidence.
Show notes38. Clarity Reduces Overwhelm
Feb 24, 20263mEp. 38S2026
Overwhelm often isn’t about having too much to do — it’s about not knowing where to start. In this episode, Claire shares a simple moment that shows how clarity reduces noise, restores focus, and helps you move forward a
Show notes37. Confidence Follows Integrity
Feb 23, 20263mEp. 37S2026
Confidence doesn’t come from titles or approval — it comes from integrity. This episode reflects on how alignment between your values and your actions reduces doubt, simplifies decisions, and builds lasting professional
Show notes36. Honesty is the Strongest Foundation
Feb 22, 20262mEp. 36S2026
In audit, honesty matters more than polish. This episode explores how resisting the urge to soften the truth strengthens trust, reputation, and confidence — for both you and your stakeholders.
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Audience demographics
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To pitch The Green Pen Pep Talk, visit https://www.greenpenconsulting.com.au for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent business coverage.
Who is the host of The Green Pen Pep Talk?
The Green Pen Pep Talk is hosted by Claire Berry. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 59 episodes.
How many episodes does The Green Pen Pep Talk have?
The Green Pen Pep Talk has published 59 episodes.
What topics does The Green Pen Pep Talk cover?
The Green Pen Pep Talk regularly covers business, careers. It sits in the business category, with a careers focus.
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The Green Pen Pep Talk is accessible for guests with genuine business expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.
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Episodes of The Green Pen Pep Talk average 3 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.
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