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Oct 30, 2023 • 7min
The surprising influence of body language in job interviews
Body language or nonverbal communication is known to impact evaluations of candidates’ job potential far more than it predicts candidates’ future job performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023 • 5min
What to say instead of ‘I’m sorry’
There are ways to redirect apologetic responses to make them more productive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 26, 2023 • 7min
The definitive guide to giving actually helpful feedback
Everyone freaks out about getting feedback. Here’s how to give it more productively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 25, 2023 • 6min
What to do when your boss micromanages you
Micromanagement reflects a lack of trust between you and your manager. Here’s how to solve the problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 24, 2023 • 7min
How to spot and manage an insecure boss
Learn how to spot and manage an insecure boss with strategies for thriving in a workplace environment with an insecure boss.
Oct 23, 2023 • 7min
This is what happens when managers try to force workers to connect in the office
This podcast explores the disconnect between management's perception of hybrid work and the employees' reality. It discusses the challenges in satisfying employees' longing for connection while respecting their desire for flexibility and autonomy. It also highlights the importance of empathy and understanding in creating a connection-fostering work environment. The podcast suggests a hybrid model for the future of work.
Oct 20, 2023 • 5min
How to get rehired at a job you used to have
If you’ve moved onto greener pastures only to realize they’re not so green, here’s what to do to get your job back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 19, 2023 • 7min
3 ways to put an end to ‘productivity paranoia’ and rebuild employee trust
Explore the impact of remote work on productivity. Learn strategies for building trust and promoting productivity. Implement stand-up meetings and OKRs to overcome 'productivity paranoia'.
Oct 18, 2023 • 6min
3 ways to respond to difficult questions you don’t want to answer
Learn techniques for responding to difficult questions in various situations, such as board meetings and job interviews. Strategies include admitting 'I don't know' after establishing credibility, using transitional phrases, and rephrasing unclear or unwanted questions.
Oct 17, 2023 • 7min
What to do about blame and shame destroying your culture
Psychological safety is crucial to an organization’s success. Here’s how to implement that atmosphere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
