This isn’t a corporate love letter or a burnout badge-fest. It’s reflective, funny, sad, disappointing, awkward, and occasionally a bit beautiful.

Just like work itself.

We talk about the wins, the weirdness, and the “what am I even doing here?” moments that define our careers and shape our lives.

Whether you love your job, loathe it, or are just trying to not cry on Zoom again, Work Sucks is here to remind you: you’re not alone, you’re not broken.

With a mix of charm, honesty, and the kind of perspective only earned by surviving a thousand tiny workplace implosions, Peter breaks down what great leadership actually looks like — and why most of us get it wrong. He reflects on his wildest staffing adventures, the surprising truths he learned while building companies from scratch, and the moments that forced him to become the kind of leader he wished he’d have been earlier. 

If you’ve ever wanted a no-nonsense, deeply human roadmap for staying honest while guiding other humans, Peter’s stories and insights might just change how you think about work… and maybe even how you show up on Monday. 

Check out Peter's website and find him on LinkedIn

Greg spills on his worst on-the-job moments and reveals the simple fixes that could’ve saved everyone a whole lot of pain, panic, and passive-aggressive emails. It’s fast, it’s funny, and it might even make your job feel slightly less terrible. 

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Steven walks us through the triumphs, chaos, and “please tell me this didn’t actually happen” moments of his career, all while proving that HR doesn’t have to be scary, bureaucratic, or allergic to fun. He’s equal parts strategist, empath, and workplace myth-buster — and yes, he makes it all sound easy. 

If you’ve ever wondered what HR could be in the hands of someone who genuinely cares about humans, this episode will restore your faith in the entire profession.

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From client disasters to office curveballs you wouldn’t believe, Holly takes us on a tour of the kind of “how did this even happen?” moments that make you question humanity — and your career choices. But she also reminds us of the small, powerful gestures, like saying thank you, that can transform a workplace from unbearable to just barely manageable. 

If you’ve ever wanted to see how someone balances workplace insanity, exclusion, and gratitude with style, this episode is your front-row seat. 

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From dodgy directives to corporate tightropes that would make even seasoned HR pros break into a cold sweat, Kelly shares how she learned to trust her instincts, protect her integrity, and help others do the same. She’s candid. She’s unshakeable.  

Whether you’re an HR pro, a manager, or just someone who’s been told to “just handle it” one too many times, Kelly’s wisdom will make you feel seen, empowered, and a little less alone in the madness. 

Find Kelly on Linkedin and check out her website.

Expect humor, real talk, and practical strategies to keep your cool without losing yourself. If work has ever left you stressed, conflicted, or overwhelmed… this episode is for you. 

Find Elles on Linkedin and learn more about Fractional People People.

Siobhán shares how our paths often find us because of the difficult stretches — the terrible boss you have to wait out, the endless “hurry up and wait” moments, and the seasons where progress feels stalled but isn’t. Rather than rushing past discomfort, she unpacks why staying present, learning in the mess, and resisting the urge to force clarity can be what ultimately shapes more meaningful work. 

From enduring tough environments to intentionally designing trainings that actually work for real humans, Siobhan brings grounded insight, honesty, and a steady confidence that growth doesn’t come from shortcuts. It comes from showing up, paying attention, and trusting that even the frustrating parts are doing something important. 

If you’re in the middle of it — stuck, waiting, or wading through workplace nonsense — this episode will remind you that the muck isn’t wasted time. It’s often the path doing its work. 

Find Siobhán on Linkedin and check out High Performing HR.

Josh joins us to set the foundation for Work Sucks: an honest look at how we consistently fail to create workplaces that serve the humans who make them run and why that failure isn’t inevitable. 

With clarity, hope, and just enough provocation, Josh helps reframe disillusionment as a starting point rather than an endpoint. This conversation explores what needs to be questioned, what needs to be let go. 

If you’ve ever felt worn down by work but still believe the future doesn’t have to suck, Episode 1 will leave you challenged, energized, and cautiously optimistic about what comes next.

Find Josh on LinkedIn and check out his book.

Kirsty brings the perfect mix of humor, heart, and “are-you-kidding-me” stories as she walks us through the wildest requests she’s ever been expected to handle — and how she learned to shut them down with style, clarity, and zero guilt. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stay sane in a world where your job occasionally demands the impossible, Kirsty’s insights — and boundary-setting superpowers — are the breath of fresh air you need. 

Find Kirsty and Evolving HR on Linkedin.

Fraser will make you appreciate the normal, forgettable days of work by sharing some truly strange situations.  

Expect laughs, disbelief, and plenty of “yep, that happened” moments, plus a reminder that if work has left you drained, you’re not alone — and maybe you can even laugh about it along the way. 

Find Fraser on LinkedIn and learn more about Wotter.