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‘Lazy girl jobs’ are just healthy jobs—and the trend should be a wake-up call for leaders 06.09.2023 7:40

The CEO of Betterworks says that the trend is a sign leaders need to rethink their relationships with employees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How the ‘September surge’ could help job seekers find their next opportunity 05.09.2023 5:04

Job seekers, get those résumés updated. Opportunity may be knocking soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The No. 1 thing entrepreneurs don’t spend enough time doing 04.09.2023 6:33

This stress-inducing responsibility could prove crucial to a startup’s success—and it’s a big mistake if you fail to do it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why losing skills to AI is a winning strategy 01.09.2023 9:11

We don’t need to perform every task that AI can handle more efficiently. Instead, we should focus on refining the skills that AI cannot replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Try a radical new approach to feedback 31.08.2023 5:11

This approach helps clarify what better looks like, leading to higher levels of confidence and conviction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to hire for the company culture you want—not the one you have 30.08.2023 5:19

Better recruitment strategies can lead to better company culture, a recruiting expert says. The key is to value ‘culture add’ over ‘culture fit.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 ways leaders can get their time back using ChatGPT 29.08.2023 5:23

Use ChatGPT for tasks that take up time and attention, and result in feelings of overwhelm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scientists can help you predict which failures lead to success 28.08.2023 6:46

Using an evidence-based model for decoding failure, the ROI of errors is dependent on five key factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 ways leaders can build trust and connection when emotions are high 25.08.2023 5:47

While there are a whole host of leadership attributes that can be useful during times of stress and change, three key elements are crucial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your hybrid workplace will fail if you neglect this essential factor 24.08.2023 6:56

The future of work is hybrid, and its success hinges largely on our ability to craft a well-documented approach to this model. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 strategies to attract candidates who are joyful and productive 23.08.2023 6:31

Building a joyful work environment enhances employee satisfaction and engagement as well as supports the success and growth of the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to balance showcasing confidence and humility 22.08.2023 6:39

Four recommendations that will help you determine when to display confidence and when to be humble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

These 5 factors actually make workers feel like they belong 21.08.2023 5:40

No organization is perfect, even those that are strongly committed to DE&I. Instead of striving for perfection, it’s more realistic—and effective—to aim for continuous improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How working remotely impacts your relationship with your boss 18.08.2023 6:38

There are pros and cons to being physically far from your manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How AI can make us better leaders 17.08.2023 7:21

Three key areas to spotlight when thinking about how generative AI could reshape leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Managers can find the greatest opportunities for growth focusing on these employees 16.08.2023 6:17

When senior leaders pave the way for managers to show up with better well-being and a deeper understanding of how to lead their teams, your workplace will lose the “meh.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to make friends at work your first week on the job 15.08.2023 7:15

Friends can add to your sense of belonging and reduce your anxiety—especially when you’re stressed about starting a new job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to write bullet points on your résumé to stand out 14.08.2023 5:15

The key to getting a new job is a strong résumé. And the key to a strong résumé is writing well-structured bullet points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 red flags that indicate you are undermining your leadership 11.08.2023 6:18

It is never too late to rewrite your leadership narrative by upgrading the default settings of your inner operating systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 ways to attract and retain the top performers 10.08.2023 6:43

With these practices in play, teams of all types can become super without the bickering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here’s how virtual reality works—and how it’s going to transform meetings 09.08.2023 5:49

With the growing interest in the metaverse, it’s only a matter of time before companies unleash the power of virtual reality to enhance their workplaces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why overcommunicating is often more productive 08.08.2023 6:26

Overcommunicating can save you hours of writing lengthy updates or attending status report meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to distinguish between stress and burnout 07.08.2023 6:36

It’s important to remember that managing stress and preventing burnout is an ongoing process that requires self-awareness and consistent effort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 ways to develop your team on a tight budget 04.08.2023 5:13

There are always opportunities to maximize learning in the context of what you are already doing. Look for that low-hanging fruit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How to get people to say yes to what you want 03.08.2023 6:11

Asking for anything—promotions, love, money, help—can be difficult. An expert on the psychology of negotiation says following three simple rules of asking is the winning formula. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices