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4 ways giving employees more freedom sparks innovation
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8:04The best leaders find ways to create environments where employees can challenge the status quo, says this CEO. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Winning in an era of unpredictability
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6:52How a one word mindset can supercharge your brand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Is your organization creating bad leaders?
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11:19We assume bad leaders are at fault, but poor organizations can set leaders up to fail. Here’s how to design an organization that lets leaders and employees thrive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to communicate changes so that you inform and inspire
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8:03Exceptional leaders know just how to mix the two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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The choice of personal sovereignty
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7:54In the strife around world events, we’ve forgotten the most important principle: We alone control our life experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to deal with the office favorite
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5:35Don’t panic if you’re not the office favorite. There are still ways to make a good impression and get coveted opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Companies want scalable leadership development. Here’s how to do it right
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7:02Scalability is the top priority for leadership training today, but how can organizations make it work without sacrificing quality? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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The problem with Employee Appreciation Day
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8:18Making people feel valued and included isn’t a once-a-year undertaking. Here’s what really makes the difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to reframe anger at work to your advantage
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7:35Knowing when, how, and why to shape the direction and intensity of anger is no small feat. But it is within everyone’s power to learn how to manage their own and others’ anger more effectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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3 phrases no one should ever say in a negotiation
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6:06No matter the situation or your role, don’t unknowingly sink your negotiations by using the wrong language. These phrases reveal your inexperience and lack of confidence in one sentence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to hire and retain Gen Z talent in 2025
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7:06If you want to attract and retain this generation of workers, it’s time to move beyond outdated requirements and offer flexibility and real growth opportunities. Here’s how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Here’s what happens when AI takes over performance reviews
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5:47Can technology make the dreaded process better or will it reduce us all to data points? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Why your Gen Z employees are unhappy—and what you can do about it
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6:41It’s easy for leaders to brand Gen Z workers as entitled. But it’s worth moving past lazy tropes to understand what this generation is actually asking for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Why kindness is the key to high performance at work
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10:54Kindness often gets bad press, or people might even say there’s no place for kindness at work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How great leaders turn failure into fuel for growth
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6:38The difference between successful leaders and stagnant ones isn’t failure itself—it’s how they respond to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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3 ways ‘competency checking’ can impact your workplace
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6:45The practice of imposing extra scrutiny on Black employees (and other workers of color) can show up in a few ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Gen Z isn’t quiet quitting. They’re rejecting outdated leadership
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6:54Why companies that fail to evolve will lose an entire generation of talent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How managers can lead teams through unpopular return-to-office policies
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12:56Managers are stuck in an awkward position—tasked with bringing teams of workers who feel let down by leadership back to the office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to make generative AI a partner in your daily workflow
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6:35Discover friendly tips for using AI tools in your business while avoiding common pitfalls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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What should I do if it feels like my company is failing?
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6:29If you think you’re on a sinking ship, you can either bail or try to make repairs. Here’s what to consider Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to transform your self doubt into a strength at work
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5:45Traits you think hold you back might actually be your greatest assets at work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to avoid meeting hallucinations
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5:50A linguist and a data scientist at AT&T share some tips on what you can do to avoid confusions in meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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You don’t have to like your boss to get ahead
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5:59Toxic bosses are one thing, but if you just have a manager you just don’t especially like, you can still advance in you career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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5 reasons your boss is holding you back
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8:11If you are doing great work but not getting promoted, it may be because your boss is purposely holding you back. Here are five ways they do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Always tired? How to stop the evening slide
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7:01If you keep staying up too late, here are 3 strategies to get to bed on time and still get everything done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Why an ‘affordable’ leadership program may be the most expensive mistake you make
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6:35A low-cost library might not yield results, while premium coaching could spark a game-changing ripple effect across your entire organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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This is the most important hire you can make if you want your company to run smoothly
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6:19A good chief of staff is more than an administrator or an extra set of hands. They’re a leadership amplifier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Reconsider putting these 3 types of posts on LinkedIn
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7:04Forget about millions of views—here’s why credible, conversation-sparking posts matter more for your career growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How brand-savvy HR teams slash recruitment costs
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7:31By treating candidates like customers and leveraging marketing strategies, HR can reduce hiring expenses and attract top talent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Managers are not okay. Why we’re headed to a ‘manager crash’ in 2025
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10:35New research suggests that many managers are at their breaking point—and Gen Z isn’t interested in taking their place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to stand out at work without seeming like a narcissist
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9:38Wanting to get ahead in your career is great, but it’s all about taking the right approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Productivity hacks that don’t cause burnout
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4:13If you’re looking to get more done without embracing hustle culture, here are some more sustainable tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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5 things to know about toxic productivity—and how to have a healthier approach
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9:25Re-imagining productivity means questioning cultural frameworks about achievement and self-worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Want to land that job? Communicate like a CEO
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6:00Want to feel more confident when interviewing for a job? Try pretending you’re a CEO, says this headhunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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What’s wrong with saying ‘I hope you are well’ in work emails
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8:03Here’s how to start your messages instead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Job interviews are often full of biases. Here’s how to hire the best person
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8:05There are a few simple ways to make interviews and other assessments more effective and fair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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What you’re probably getting wrong about workplace communication
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7:11If you’re looking to build better relationships at work and avoid so many misunderstandings, it’s time to be more thoughtful about how you communicate virtually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Want to boost your status? Show up as a likable badass
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9:17When people see you as caring and capable, they grant you status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to stay out of workplace drama without alienating everyone
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6:25Workplace drama might seem harmless—or even entertaining—but it does real damage. Over time, it erodes trust, kills morale, and adds unnecessary stress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Why managers should let employees ‘pitch’ themselves for promotions
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7:24The founder of Avia maintains this approach not only empowers employees to take control of their career paths but also creates a more fair, motivating, and engaging workplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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What can you do if your company is cutting DEI programs?
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5:39As employers continue scaling back their DEI commitments, you might be worried about the impact on underrepresented groups. Here’s how you can do your part as a leader. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to find and harness your employees’ hidden talents
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8:21Creating a knowledge map is a simple way to help your team to plan and accomplish their work more efficiently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Walmart is facing backlash from investors after cutting DEI programs
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4:06Shareholders are asking the retail giant to explain recent policy changes amid concerns about the company caving to pressure from anti-diversity activists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Balance these 2 factors if you don’t want your emails to be misunderstood
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9:15By acknowledging email’s potential pitfalls while embracing its capacity for clear, warm, and professional communication, we can transform this source of workplace stress into a tool for building stronger professional relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Leadership relies on balancing these two forces. Here’s a simple way to approach it
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8:25Combined, these traits become complementary forces that empower leaders to navigate challenges while inspiring teams to reach new heights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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9 reasons we put up with mediocre leaders
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8:32And how we can break free from them once and for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How transparent is your company? Our index will show which companies silence workers
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7:49The index, which launches this spring, will show which companies rely on forced arbitration and nondisclosure agreements to keep employees from talking about discrimination and harassment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Tired of the corporate grind? This is how to craft an exit strategy
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7:33As RTO threatens an end to flexible work arrangements, many workers are opting out of the traditional career ladder altogether and crafting an exit strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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How to show up strong at work, even when you’re exhausted
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8:16Burnout is real, but most of us don’t have the luxury of a sabbatical to reset. Here’s how to succeed at work without exhausting yourself more along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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Why high achievers get overlooked (and what to do about it)
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6:55Unfortunately, being indispensable at work can lead to negative consequences.Unfortunately, being indispensable at work can lead to negative consequences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesDe către Fast Company
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