Passion Struck with John R. Miles Andrew Brodsky on How to Be Seen Without Being Always Available | EP 617
In this episode of Passion Struck, Dr. Andrew Brodsky—organizational psychologist, UT Austin professor, and author of PING: Mastering the Art of Virtual Communication—explores how presence, intention, and clarity have become the most undervalued skills in our increasingly virtual world.
Drawing from his groundbreaking research and insights from PING, Brodsky reveals why performative busyness is sabotaging genuine connection, how hybrid work is rewiring the way we engage, and what leaders can do to rebuild trust, motivation, and real collaboration. If you’re navigating digital communication, managing remote teams, or simply craving more meaningful connections in your workday, this episode will shift how you lead—and how you show up.
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Together, John and Andrew explore:
- The difference between physical, emotional, and psychological presence—and why they matter.
- Why hybrid work may amplify disengagement if not intentionally designed.
- How “performative busyness” is eroding real productivity and wellbeing.
- The silent epidemic of disengagement—and how to detect and reverse it.
- Research-backed tools for leaders to foster presence and connection.
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