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Apr 19, 2024 • 7min
How to manage your anxiety about public speaking
Discover how to overcome fear of public speaking with evolutionary insights and practical techniques. Learn strategies like playing Tetris to manage anxiety and focus on connecting with the audience over perfection.
Apr 18, 2024 • 7min
Managers can boost productivity by changing one word in their questions
Inquiry-based managing could boost productivity and engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17, 2024 • 6min
How to implement a 4-day workweek
Some contend that there are tremendous economic and social benefits to a condensed, more productive week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2024 • 6min
These are new rules for what’s appropriate to say at work
Explore the evolving workplace communication norms, including industry shorthand and gender-neutral language. Discover how biases affect common phrases and learn how to create an inclusive work environment.
Apr 15, 2024 • 6min
Are micro-sabbaticals the answer to our work crisis?
This might just be the modern antidote to the burnout epidemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 12, 2024 • 6min
6 habits of instantly likable people
Some folks have qualities that draw others to them. Here are some habits they practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2024 • 6min
Don’t fall into the trap of ‘get stuff done.’ Focus on these 3 things instead
Leaders are advised to focus on careful orchestration instead of working harder to get things done. The podcast also discusses the challenges of organizational complexity in growing businesses and the importance of collaboration, leadership, and organizational efficiency.
Apr 10, 2024 • 6min
What to say when a coworker (or manager) gets laid off
It can be awkward to figure out what to say, but it’s important to reach out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 9, 2024 • 4min
These strategies can help with dealing with a bully at work
Here’s how to handle a workplace bully. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 8, 2024 • 5min
4 ways to make more effective decisions
Workers can learn how to make better decisions throughout both their careers and personal lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
