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Welcome to Brain Snacks! This tasty morsel of a conversation between your cohosts Alexis and Sally, Alexis Zahner explains how constant screen use and digital distracting is draining your creativity. This comes directly from research for her new book Real: Reconnecting to Yourself in a World of Likes and Lies which is now available everywhere. Order it at the link below. This Brain Snack is a snip...

Welcome to Brain Snacks! This tasty morsel of a conversation between your cohosts Alexis and Sally, and Lodro Rinzler explores how guilt and shame impacts how we see ourselves, our relationships and how we move through the world. It's a snippet from the full conversation with Lodro Rinzler that you can find on our website, and on all major streaming platforms now. Learn more at www.liveandworkmore...

In this short episode with Alexis and Sally, we give you a personal update from us. The news is, we're going to be taking a short break from Live+Work More Human for the next few months while we're deep in big projects. Alexis is releasing her debut book Real: Reconnecting to Yourself in a World of Likes and Lies (Wiley) this September, and Sally is deep in burnout consultancy working supporting p...

Welcome to Brain Snacks! This tasty morsel of a conversation between your cohosts Alexis and Sally explores how self worth can be a key buffer against burnout. You will learn practical strategies to peel back the layers of influence to understand how to attune to your authentic self. Key topics How inherited values impact your thoughts about work and self worth Strategies for aligning to yourself...

Outrage is loud, exhausting, and — according to your feed — mandatory. But what if the antidote to burnout isn't more hustle, more mindfulness apps, or more optimisation... it's awe? This week, hosts Sally Clarke and Alexis Zahner unpack Sally's Fast Company piece on "microdosing awe" — the radical, deceptively simple practice of pausing to notice something vast, and why it might be the most under...

Welcome to Brain Snacks! This tasty morsel of a conversation between your cohosts Alexis and Sally explores how AI can – if used effectively and thoughtfully – be a powerful tool to enhance human work, reduce burnout, and foster trust and creativity within teams. You will learn practical strategies for integrating AI ethically and in a human-centered way. Key topics AI as an enabler for human work...

Digital connectivity was supposed to make us faster, sharper, and more connected. Instead, it's quietly taxing the very things that make leaders effective: creativity, emotional regulation, real productivity, and trust. In this episode, Alexis unpacks "the digital leader's paradox" — the tension of needing technology to perform while it simultaneously erodes the conditions for high performance. Dr...

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from Live+Work More Human. In today's Brain Snack, Dara Simkin explores the concept of achievement syndrome, its roots in early programming, and its impact on burnout and authentic living. This succinct conversation delves into systemic influences, personal identity, and strategies for fostering genuine fulfillment. Key takeaways Achievement syn...

In this deeply honest conversation, your intrepid cohosts Alexis Zahner and Sally Clarke unpack why burnout keeps rising globally despite decades of research, media coverage, and “awareness” — and why it is *never* an individual weakness or failure. Drawing on Sally’s work in burnout prevention and Alexis’s lived experiences across marketing, government, and consulting, we explore burnout as a *pe...

Your latest Brain Snack explores the evolving relationship with aging, challenging stereotypes, and emphasizing the value of older adults in society and the workplace. Dr. Corinne Auman shares insights on internalized ageism, the benefits of aging, and how to reframe societal narratives. Key takeaways include Internalized ageism and self-reflection The positive aspects of aging and personal growth...

In this deeply grounding conversation, Buddhist meditation teacher and author Lodro Rinzler joins Alexis and Sally to explore why so many of us struggle to believe the simple yet radical truth: you are good, and you are enough — exactly as you are. Drawing on his new book You Are Good, You Are Enough: Free Yourself from the Trap of Doubt and Return to Basic Goodness , Lodro unpacks the “trap of do...

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from Live +Work More Human. In today's episode, Mark C Crowley explores the persistent challenges of employee engagement, well-being, and organizational culture. Experts discuss systemic issues, the impact of managerial responsibility, and practical strategies for fostering healthier, more productive workplaces. Discover more in the full episode...

In this episode, Alexis and Sal explore the “modern credibility crisis”: how information overload and algorithm-driven feeds are making it harder to sort fact from fiction. They unpack why even smart, educated people fall for bad advice online, the role of “surface credibility” (aesthetic polish, confidence, social proof, titles), and how cognitive overload nudges us toward oversimplified, tribal...

In this insightful Brain Snack, author Christopher O Williams explores the multifaceted nature of courage, its key elements, and how to cultivate it in personal and professional life. Discover practical strategies to unmask fear, act decisively, and embody resilience to thrive in challenging situations! Key Takeaways The constituent elements of courage: moral compass, purpose, potential, unmasking...

This episode unpacks imposter syndrome as more than a confidence issue, reframing it as a deeper pattern rooted in conditional self-worth and reinforced by workplace cultures that reward over-efforting. Drawing on research, lived experience, and coaching insights, Sally and Alexis explore why high achievers are often the most affected—and what it takes to shift the pattern at both an individual an...

Today's Brain Snack is a succinct cheat sheet on how to make the case for a 4 day week. We sit down with Joe O'Connor, coauthor of Do More in Four , and explore the transformative potential of a shorter workweek, its strategic implementation, and benefits for organizations and employees.  Key takeaways include: A shorter workweek can differentiate your organization in a competitive talent mar...

In this open-hearted episode, Alexis and Sally engage with Fiona Vale, co-founder of Humanico, to explore the transformative power of strengths-based living. They delve into how understanding and leveraging your unique strengths can lead to greater self-awareness, enhance leadership capabilities, and foster deeper, more meaningful relationships. Fiona shares her journey from diverse career paths t...

Meetings should be intentional and purpose-driven. And yet so often they fall short. Today in your Brain Snack, we talk to author and expert Rebecca Hinds PhD about the dysfunction of meetings, their purpose, and how organizations can redesign their meeting culture for better productivity and connection. Rebecca Hinds shares insights on when meetings are necessary, how to reduce unnecessary meetin...

Not a minute goes by without the term ‘AI’ being dropped. Most of us are buried on screens for hours and hours each day. We’re speaking less, we’re connecting less, we’re so, unbelievably BUSY. So what does it mean to stay human in this chaotic, at times overwhelming, world? And why does it matter so much right now – more than ever? Join us in this compelling discussion with Dara Simkin, a global...

Today's Brain Snack explores the evolving landscape of hybrid work, its profitability, impact on productivity, mental health, and the future of office mandates with Professor of Economics at Stanford University, Nick Bloom. Nick share data-driven insights and practical advice for organizations navigating post-pandemic work models. Key takeaways include: Profitability of hybrid work Impact of remot...

In this insightful conversation, Alexis and Sally sit down with age expert and author Dr. Corinne Auman to candidly explore the realities of aging, challenging societal stereotypes and emphasizing the importance of a positive outlook. Corinne discusses how language, workplace biases, and cultural narratives shape our perceptions of aging, and offers practical advice on embracing this life stage wi...

Today's Brain Snack explores the principles of Ally Leadership, emphasizing tactical communication, understanding generational differences, and inclusive leadership strategies for the modern workforce. Expert and author of Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You , Stephanie Chung gives us practical tips so we can all be better allies. Key takeaways include: Leaders must ask, liste...

In this episode, your hosts Alexis and Sally sit down with Rebecca Hinds PhD, an expert in organizational behavior and author of the brilliant new "Your Best Meeting Ever." The conversation delves into the pervasive dysfunction of meetings in the workplace, exploring how they have become symbols of visibility and productivity, often leading to inefficiency and frustration. Rebecca shares insights...

Today's Brain Snack explores the difference between success and thriving, emphasizing the importance of agency, social connection, and meaning for a fulfilling life. Guest Jon Rosemberg shares insights from his book 'A Guide to Thriving: The Science Behind Breaking Old Patterns, Reclaiming Your Agency, and Finding Meaning' and discusses how YOU can shift from survival mode to a thriving mindset. K...

In this entertaining and enlightening conversation, expert and coauthor of Do More in Four: Why It's Time for a Shorter Workweek Joe O'Connor sits down with Alexis and Sally to unpack why a shortened work week truly works. They discuss the historical context of the work week, the necessity of a shorter work week, and the impact of technology and AI on productivity. Joe emphasizes the importance of...