We break down the now and next of work.
You stay ahead.
Work’s changed, has your strategy?
If you’ve got a hunch something’s off—but no time to untangle it—we’re your people.
We help you get clear on what’s really going on, build your next bold move, and get your team ready to win.
Trusted by leaders in companies big and small
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Trusted by leaders in companies big and small 〰️
The Now & Next of Work Made Simple.
From strategy sessions to keynote talks to weekly conversations on our podcast, we deliver fresh, practical insights that help you and your team move forward.
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Strategy
Clarity today. Bold moves tomorrow.
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Speaking
Conversations that shift culture and drive results.
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Podcast
The now and next of work decoded.
Real Talk from Real Leaders
Don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what our clients are saying…
We know how frustrating it is to keep up with all of the changes. That’s why we built something we always wanted.
How We Work
At Your Work Friends, we know that you want to be a confident, strategic leader who drives real business results - not just talks about it.
In order to do that, you need to cut through workplace chaos and figure out how to build a talent strategy and implement systems that work for your real world, not a textbook scenario.
The problem is you're drowning in conflicting advice and cookie-cutter solutions which makes you feel overwhelmed, isolated, and like you're always behind, winging it instead of winning it.
We believe every leader deserves a trusted advisor who's been in the trenches and knows what really moves the needle. We get it because we've been where you are, and we understand the pressure of making decisions that impact your team and bottom line while everything around work keeps changing. That's exactly why we've spent years helping leaders like you cut through the noise and build talent strategies that actually work.
Here's how we do it:
We Figure Out What's Really Going On - We work alongside you to dive deep into your challenges, goals, and data to see what's actually happening (not what you think is happening) and to ensure we are solving for the right problem.
We Make Sense of It All - We take all those moving pieces and turn them into a clear path forward so you can execute on proven frameworks that deliver measurable results.
We Stick Around - We become your trusted work friends, the ones you can call when you need a sounding board or when the next challenge pops up to ensure lasting success.
So, let's hop on a call and figure out your strategy together. And in the meantime, grab our podcast for the real talk on the now and next of workplace culture and talent strategy that you can actually use.
So you can stop constantly firefighting workplace issues and instead build the kind of workplace that drives results AND makes people want to stay.
Not sure where to start? We’ve got you!
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Your Five-Minute Reset Starts Here
Work doesn’t slow down, and neither do the priorities, meetings, and decisions pulling you in every direction. That’s where Untie-in-Five comes in. It’s a quick, free tool that helps you pause for five minutes, spot the thread that matters most, and feel the relief of knowing your next step. No heavy lifting, no endless frameworks — just a clear, human reset you can use anytime things feel tangled. Try it this week and see how fast one small aha can shift your whole day.
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Want even more 'aha's?
Sign up to have your work friends in your corner on a regular basis. That’s why we created the Now & Next newsletter: to help leaders and teams find clarity, build strategies that last, and keep work human by delivering extra goodness straight to your inbox each month.
When you sign up you’ll get:
• Quick Takes each month: one sharp insight you can put to use immediately.
• The Download each quarter: a deeper look at the Now & Next of work.
• Free strategy tools and bonus content you will not find anywhere else.
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Phone-a-Friend
Want to go deeper? After you download the guide, you'll have the option to book a complimentary 15-minute 'Phone a Friend' call with our team.
Think of it as having workplace strategy experts in your back pocket—we'll help you apply these insights to your specific situation and answer any burning questions about the future of work at your organization.
THE PODCAST
Your Work Friends Podcast
Dive into weekly episodes where you’ll learn from Mel, Francesca, and leading experts in the field covering the now and next of work. Heads up, this isn’t your typical consultant speak experience. We keep it fresh, real, and with the occasional f* bomb (or two). So buckle up, and join us!
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