Ted Tuerk

Germ: An idea in 90 seconds

Business EN ↓ 49 episodes

Founder, Vojo Ventures

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Ted Tuerk

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Business

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Latest episode

Apr 17, 2025

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Episodes

S2E12: Germ: Correction 17.04.2025

Pivoting and self correction, piece of cake and the dessert of our 4 part series.

S2E11: Germ: Awareness 17.04.2025

The entree of the 4 course meal. The key to emotional intelligence and my favorite coaching topic.

S2E10: Germ: Intuition 01.04.2025

Part 2 of a 4-part series. Ted talks about intuition: what it is, what it isn't, and how to grow it as a skill. Intuition is a human skill that sets us apart from AI.

S2E9: Germ: Discernment 27.03.2025

Ted starts a four-part series on why humans are better than AI, at least for now. Acknowledging these skills and working to improve them not only makes you better than a bot, but it also makes you a better human. "Judge well in complex or morally significant moments."

S2E8: Germ: Reclaiming Woke 13.02.2025

In this episode of Germ: An Idea in 90 Seconds, Ted talks about the word "Woke" and how he wants to reclaim it. #workingtobewoke

S2 E7 Germ: Search for the Guilty 30.01.2025

S2 E7 Germ: Search for the Guilty by Ted Tuerk

S2 E6: Germ: Confessions Should be Better Planned 13.01.2025

Ted discussed the concept of confession as a means of personal growth and creating a safe environment for open communication. He shared his idea of initiating conversations with "I confess" to acknowledge mistakes and take responsibility for their impact. Ted also mentioned interviews with Ta-nehisi Coates, Malcolm Gladwell, and Ryan Holiday, who shared their own confessions and reflections on the...

S2 E5: Germ: Reverse it 31.12.2024

Ted discusses the idea of role reversal in team dynamics and encourages managers to try this approach to enhance empathy, build mutual understanding, and spark creativity. The speaker suggested asking team members for their insights and perspectives and specifically proposed the question, "What's the one thing about our processes or culture that slows down our progress?" Get out of your comfort zo...

S2 E4: Germ: of Bullying and Intimitdation 19.12.2024

Ted warned that season 3 might be a little more biting! Today's "Germ: an Idea in 90 Seconds" addresses bad behaviors, particularly bullying and intimidation. He highlighted specific examples of such behavior in society, including political figures, and emphasized the importance of calling out such behavior and supporting leaders who demonstrate integrity and compassion. Ted also encouraged indivi...

S2 E3: Germ: Vulnerability as a Super Power 16.12.2024

Ted emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in building connections, fostering innovation, and growing as a leader. He suggests simple ways to practice vulnerability, such as asking for help, offering help, admitting mistakes, and seeking feedback. Ted frames vulnerability as a human superpower that AI currently lacks, enabling authenticity and relationship-building. He encourages his clients t...

Germ: Creating a Theme 06.12.2024

Ted discussed the importance of reflecting on goals and developing a theme for the year. He emphasized that this approach is more effective than setting resolutions or a bucket list, as it provides focus, supports growth, and increases mindfulness. Ted also shared his personal experiences with themes, such as "not dead yet" for career change and for his fitness. He encouraged others to identify th...

Season Two of Germ: an Idea in 90 seconds is here! Sharper, more pointed and nice! 27.11.2024

Ted reflected on his recent break from content creation and the impact of returning to social media. He decided to relaunch his series with a new focus on key values and a slightly different tone. Ted expressed his desire to create content that aligns with the world he wants to see, even if on a small scale.

Breaking the Attention Economy and a Thanksgiving idea. S2 E1 26.11.2024

Ted introduces a new "Germ" segment and discusses the challenges of living in an attention economy. He proposed a simple solution using the words "notice" and "intention" to bring us back to how our brains work. He applied this concept to Thanksgiving, reflecting on what he is thankful for and what he intends to do differently in the future.

Germ: Getting good with something new. 29.03.2024

Today we talk about growth mindset and learning something new. We discuss Adam Grant's book "Hidden Potential"

Germ: How we do it! Part 2 14.03.2024

Ted discussed the value of using perspective and sharing his experiences and challenges in creating content. He emphasized the importance of understanding the connection between the 'how' and the 'why' of business and how values and norms shape the process. Ted also highlighted the role of team dynamics, such as psychological safety, collaboration, connection, trust, and ownership. He concluded by...

Germ: How do we do it? (part 1) 06.03.2024

Ted discussed the concept of perspective in coaching, emphasizing the importance of adopting new viewpoints to overcome challenges and foster creativity. Ted flips the typical who, what, where, why, and how to find new insights and deeper perspectives. (part 1)

Germ: Where does coaching fit in? 28.02.2024

Ted, a coaching professional with six years of experience, shared his personal evolution as a coach, the confusion surrounding the definition of coaching, and its role. He emphasized the importance of avoiding jargon and simplifying the explanation. Ted differentiated coaching from other practices such as training, mentorship, consulting, and psychology, stressing that coaching is forward-looking,...

Germ: Be a Better Manager 21.02.2024

Lessons from the real world.

Germ: High Value Person 13.02.2024

What are the traits of high value people? How would you rate yourself?

Germ: Practice Mindfulness 01.02.2024

#3 from the I'm Not Dead Yet manifesto. Practice Mindfulness.

Germ: Don't Complain 17.01.2024

Today's Germ is super simple and very powerful. One habit to break to be healthier, happier, and positively impact everyone around you.

Germ: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable 11.01.2024

Part 1 of the "I'm Not Dead Yet" manifesto. As I was working on this post, I started reading "Hidden Potential" by Adam Grant. Definitely an area for future Germs, and I see a Springsteen theme coming in also! Stay tuned.

Germ: What's your theme for the new year? 03.01.2024

This simple idea will increase the success rate for your New Year resolutions, or meeting the goals set out in your new budget.

Germ Movie Review 14.12.2023

Ted reviews "Leave the World Behind". No spoilers.

Germ of Authentic 28.11.2023

The word of the year!

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