

Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel
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Ever wish you had a pal who could break down the biggest ideas of the new world of work and distill them into actionable insights you could apply to your own life, right away? Meet LinkedIn's Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel! Each week, Jessi explores the changing nature of work and how that work is changing us. Jessi welcomes big thinkers to share their best ideas: everyone from game-changing entrepreneurs like Aurora James, to research-based experts like Daniel Pink, to notable figures like Megan Rapinoe and Bozoma Saint John. Start your week by joining us every Monday for a dose of fresh ideas, then join us in community and conversation on LinkedIn.New episodes weekly.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 36min
Aja Evans and Farnoosh Torabi on financial therapy
Financial therapist Aja Evans and finance journalist Farnoosh Torabi join Jessi Hempel to discuss the field of financial therapy. They explore the role of fear in personal finance, the impact of money stories and emotions in parent-child relationships, and the importance of openly addressing financial stress and seeking support.

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Oct 30, 2023 • 33min
Navigating Career Changes with Herminia Ibarra
Herminia Ibarra, author of "Working Identity," talks about career reinvention, expanding networks, leveraging past skills, and navigating the AI revolution. She emphasizes the importance of networking with "loose ties" and adopting a portfolio approach to work.

Oct 23, 2023 • 34min
Rethinking DEI with Michèle Lamont
In this episode, Jessi Hempel speaks with Michèle Lamont, a professor of sociology and African American studies at Harvard University. They discuss the importance of recognition in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, the burden on people of color to educate others about diversity, recent Supreme Court decisions impacting affirmative action and trans rights, local actions in response to climate change, and the relevance of women writers throughout history.

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Oct 16, 2023 • 32min
Marcus Collins breaks down the power of culture
Digital strategist and lecturer Marcus Collins joins Jessi Hempel to discuss the power of culture in influencing consumer preferences and personal identity. They explore the impact of technology on culture, the role of provocation in communication, the branding decisions of companies based on their beliefs, and how culture shapes our decision-making and relationships.

Oct 11, 2023 • 16min
Hello Monday Celebrates National Coming Out Day
Lolia Briggs, associate producer at Hello Monday, reflects on queer identity and the transformative process of coming out. They discuss the impact of diverse voices, supportive teachers, and mentors in pursuing success. The speaker also highlights the challenges faced by black writers and emphasizes the importance of the queer community and being oneself in collectives.

Oct 9, 2023 • 34min
Caroline Webb on how to have a good day at a bad job
Executive coach and author Caroline Webb discusses strategies for finding fulfillment in a less-than-ideal job. She shares techniques for having a good day during a pandemic and emphasizes the power of gratitude. Key takeaways include the importance of self-kindness and refocusing questions.

Oct 2, 2023 • 30min
Everyday Dharma with Suneel Gupta
Suneel Gupta, tech CEO, congressional candidate, and author discusses finding purpose and meaning in life through his book Everyday Dharma. Topics include discovering your dharma, slowing down and building rhythmic recovery, discovering purpose and creating opportunities, and reflections on everyday dharma and work habits.

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Sep 25, 2023 • 34min
Getting happier with Arthur Brooks
Arthur Brooks, an expert on happiness, joins the show to discuss the universal meaning of happiness and how to achieve it. He challenges the idea of happiness as a destination and emphasizes the importance of embracing both positive and negative experiences. They also explore the significance of habits and consistency, the framework for happiness, the impact of technology on human connection, and Arthur Brooks' new book on the pursuit of happiness.

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Sep 18, 2023 • 37min
Eduardo Briceño on moving from mindset to action
The podcast discusses the concept of growth mindset and its application in personal and professional development. It emphasizes the importance of balancing the learning zone and performance zone, and explores strategies for working smarter. It also showcases examples of transforming company cultures through growth mindset and provides practical tips for optimizing learning and performance.

Sep 14, 2023 • 32min
Kids and social media with Devorah Heitner
Devorah Heitner, author of Growing up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World, joins Jessi Hempel for a conversation about kids' use of social media and its effects on their mental health. They discuss teaching children genuine friendship, the benefits of online communities, navigating the social media landscape, and the impact of social media on future opportunities.