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Oct 10, 2022 • 25min

164 – You don’t need to be an expert

You don't need to be an expert to develop expertise. Listen to hear how Lisa Blair beat the odds and went from sailing novice to record breaker. The post 164 – You don’t need to be an expert appeared first on Anecdote.
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Oct 3, 2022 • 30min

163 – Understand the culture you’re operating in

In this engaging discussion, James Mills, the Global Vice President of Sales at Mars Wrigley, shares insights on the critical role of storytelling in business. He emphasizes how understanding cultural nuances can enhance customer relationships and boost sales performance. Mills highlights the importance of authentic human connections, trust, and inclusivity in a diverse marketplace. Listeners will also discover practical advice on leveraging personal stories to bridge cultural gaps and foster deeper relationships in professional settings.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 21min

162 – Use contrast to make an impact

Experience minus expectation equals satisfaction. Listen to hear how performer Andy Kaufman used contrast to make a real impact on his audience. The post 162 – Use contrast to make an impact appeared first on Anecdote.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 24min

161 – Plans often go astray

As the saying goes, the best-laid plans of mice and men can still go wrong. Listen to hear what a group of economists proposed to eradicate an issue impacting a series of childcare centres. The post 161 – Plans often go astray appeared first on Anecdote.
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Sep 12, 2022 • 18min

160 – Challenge your assumptions

Great insights come from breaking free of your assumptions. Listen to hear how a high school dropout went on to win the Fields Medal. The post 160 – Challenge your assumptions appeared first on Anecdote.
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Sep 5, 2022 • 16min

159 – Try and try and try again

If you truly care about your idea and persist with it, you won’t need every available resource or qualification to innovate. Listen to hear the story behind the Wright brothers’ first flight. The post 159 – Try and try and try again appeared first on Anecdote.
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Aug 23, 2022 • 16min

158 – Don’t argue, influence

You can be efficient with things, not people. Listen to hear how Richard Branson led Mike Oldfield to a career-defining moment. The post 158 – Don’t argue, influence appeared first on Anecdote.
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Aug 16, 2022 • 17min

157 – Take it one step at a time

Don’t try to achieve everything from the get-go, but take it one step at a time. Listen to hear how a German military general inspired the Founder of CNN. The post 157 – Take it one step at a time appeared first on Anecdote.
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Aug 9, 2022 • 27min

156 – Adopt transparent systems

Do things the right way, not the easy way. Listen to hear how adopting a more transparent system saved thousands of lives in five United States states. The post 156 – Adopt transparent systems appeared first on Anecdote.
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Aug 1, 2022 • 14min

155 – Don’t ignore the Dottie in your life

When it comes to leadership, little things make a big difference. Listen to hear what inspired Walt Bettinger’s, CEO at Charles Schwab, leadership style. The post 155 – Don’t ignore the Dottie in your life appeared first on Anecdote.

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