Mental health at work is messy—and we don’t talk about it enough. I’m April Simpkins, and on this solo podcast, we’re done with the silence. I’ve spent decades watching people try to smile through burnout. Showing up at work, telling everyone your fine knowing behind your mask you are mentally spiraling. I break down the stressors of modern work and share practical tools to help you protect your peace and your paycheck. If your job is draining your soul more than your inbox, you’re in the ri ...
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Who Controls The Thermostat? A Real Talk On Engagement
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Engagement isn’t a one-time spark—it’s a temperature that rises or falls based on what’s happening in the room. And just like a thermostat, someone’s always adjusting the dial. But here’s the real question: who’s in control? In this episode of As I Was Saying, April Simpkins explores the concept of workplace engagement, likening it to a thermostat …
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"Good vibes only" sounds harmless—until you're crying in a bathroom stall because you dared to have a human emotion on a Tuesday. In this episode of As I Was Saying, April Simpkins peels back the glittery facade of toxic positivity and reveals the emotional cost of workplaces where only smiles are welcome. From “just be grateful” to “fake it till y…
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The Hidden Mental Load of Being the Go-To Person At Work
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What do you get when you're part therapist, part human Google, part vending machine whisperer—and fully burned out? You get the Go-To Person. And if that’s you… whew, let’s talk. In this episode of As I Was Saying, host April Simpkins pulls back the curtain on the unspoken emotional toll of being everyone’s everything at work. From the Rockstar emp…
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In the debut episode of As I Was Saying, host April Simpkins—Strategist, mental health advocate, and workplace truth-teller—shares why she launched this podcast and why mental health in the workplace is long overdue for an honest conversation. Drawing from 35 years of experience and insights from thousands of employees and leaders, April explores h…
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As I Was Saying with April Simpkins - Trailer
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Mental health at work is messy—and we don’t talk about it enough. I’m April Simpkins, and on this solo podcast, we’re done with the silence. I’ve spent decades watching people try to smile through burnout. Showing up at work, saying “I’m fine” when behind the mask you are mentally spiraling. I break down the silent stressors of modern work and shar…
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