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Stories, tips, and advice on how employees, managers, and businesses are working smarter, all from Fast Company and all in less than five minutes each weekday.
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May 30, 2025 • 10min
How to go from ghosted to multiple offers in your job search
In this job market, talented job seekers are submitting application after application into what feels like a black hole. These strategies help you stand out no matter the conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 29, 2025 • 9min
5 unexpected benefits of procrastination
Procrastination isn’t always a bad thing. Here’s when it can actually pay off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2025 • 7min
How to push back on an unethical request at work
The “Clarify, Question, Redirect” approach helps you stay true to your values—without risking your job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 27, 2025 • 8min
What songwriting can teach us about innovation
Want to build more creative, connected, risk-ready teams? Try writing a song together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 26, 2025 • 7min
Why your leadership team needs creatives, not just strategists
The future of business won’t be managed into being. It will be imagined into being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 23, 2025 • 10min
Always wanting more? Dopamine is the culprit—and the fix
The dopamine chase has so raised our expectations about reality that we no longer enjoy the ordinary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 22, 2025 • 5min
How to protect yourself during a company upheaval
Discover three simple strategies to navigate the turmoil of corporate changes. The discussion highlights how to cope with layoffs and restructuring while maintaining clear communication. It emphasizes the necessity of setting boundaries and staying informed about internal company issues. Personal career planning becomes crucial in uncertain times, ensuring you’re always prepared for the next move.

May 21, 2025 • 11min
5 facts about the brain to improve your decision-making skills
Discover how the brain drives your choices and the hidden value judgments that shape them. Learn how your identity plays a pivotal role in decision-making, influenced by social contexts. Dive into the ways understanding your brain's workings can foster personal growth and align your choices with your evolving goals. Gain insights into how our neurological makeup not only affects preferences but also opens the door to transformative changes in behavior.

4 snips
May 20, 2025 • 9min
5 tips for leaders to actually inspire their teams
Paula Davis, the Founder and CEO of the Stress and Resilience Institute, dives into effective leadership strategies geared towards combating workplace burnout. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing individual contributions and fostering autonomy to boost team morale. Davis shares five actionable tips for leaders, highlighting the significance of manageable workloads and aligning values to inspire and engage teams. With insights on building resilience, she presents a roadmap for creating a more meaningful work environment.

7 snips
May 19, 2025 • 7min
5 energy-boosting ways to overcome your leadership fatigue
Modern leaders face unique pressures as they support their teams while juggling performance demands. Discover effective strategies to overcome leadership fatigue, including prioritizing mental well-being and adopting a coaching mindset. Learn how to manage your energy through structured routines and healthy boundaries. Emphasize team autonomy to nurture resilience and creativity. This insightful discussion focuses on leading with empathy without the risk of burnout, crucial for today’s challenging landscape.