The Everything Else

Leadership isn't what it used to be... and maybe that's a good thing 🤷 New Episode Drop, 🎙️ Get ready to flip the script on what it means to be a leader, what inspiring leadership looks like, and the skills we should all be working on. Whether you are a leader, you want to be one, or are on the lookout for one – this episode will help you find some clarity to navigate the tumultuous seas. ⚡️The...

Vulnerability is not just a word 👇 Yeah, we’ve all read the HBR reviews and watched the TED talks, we know we have to do it... it’s good for us, it’s good for our relationships, it fosters connection…but just throwing the word around won’t help us actually embrace it... particularly if you’ve spent a good part of your life building that 🛡️ armour ⚔️ that keeps you “protected” 🎢So yeah… we’re pee...

How’s your humanity doing? 🤔 Wait. What? Well.. at a time when everyone is talking about AI, it’s reasonable to wonder – what is the human experience anyway, and how are we doing in that department? 👀 In today’s episode we dive into what it means to be human in times of AI, what is and isn’t replicable by robots (yet, and some thoughts on how to step better, as humans, into an AI world. ⚡️The E...

🎙️🔥 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🔥🎙️ Grab those headphones, season 4 is rolling! Get ready to level up your communication game with our latest episode on Nonviolent Communication (NVC). Communication is the key to unlocking success in every area of life! Let's dive in and level up together! 💪✨ 🌟💬 Join us as we explore the transformative teachings of Marshall Rosenberg and unveil the power of compassio...

Here’s a question for working moms. 💁‍♀️ Research has shown that a substantial part of the gender gap is due to the Motherhood Gap. And a lot has been said & done to change this ... But has the needle really been moved? Is there now a place for motherhood in the workplace? 🤔 In today’s bonus episode, we discuss our perception of changes for mothers in the workplace, Rihanna, and what needs to ha...

"In God We trust.. all others bring data” Alright, we get it… data is important, but (ah yes, there’s always a but!) is there a downside to everything becoming data-driven? Join us in today´s 5-minute soundbite as we discuss this hot topic🔥

Got guru fatigue?🥵 We've got you covered! Our latest episode is live and we get real about the epidemic of experts and our love-hate relationship with them. Get ready for some chuckles and insights on why #gurus have taken over the world (or so it seems). 💁‍♀️ Listen now and join the discussion! ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Is an #AI model the future of podcasting? We put it to the test in our latest soundbite on #SoftSkills & #AI - "AI Will Take Your Job". If you´ve been reading up on AI and are wondering about the future of whatever it is you do.., tune in. Spoiler alert: it's a rollercoaster ride of emotions (or not). Listen now to hear our thoughts, and tell us yours #FutureofWork #AIChallenge"

¿Alguien más siente que estamos en diciembre hace rato? Por última vez este año, Vera y Mer ponen el cronómetro⏱, esta vez de 20 minutos, mientras hablan sobre el cierre de ciclos y las emociones que los acompañan! ⚡The Everything Else es posible gracias a Abstracta y LearnInc

Does anyone else feel that it's been December for a while? For one last time this year, Vera and Mer set a stopwatch ⏱, this time for 20 minutes, as they discuss closing cycles and the emotions that come with it! ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Working from home, or working from anywhere has become a possibility for many, and many argue the future of work is in that direction. But is it really a good idea to eliminate the office?🤔 Join us as we discuss the role of the office in today's context. ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

That's enough! Stop right there. 🛑 Did that make you uncomfortable? When was the last time you set a clear boundary like that? 🤔 Setting limits is one of the foundations of relationships, and is the key to living a healthy life at work, with friends, with family and even with yourself, and yet… boundaries make us cringe a little... People pleasers beware – in today’s episode, we’re diving deep i...

Who’s responsible for your happiness? 😄 You? Your partner? Your family? Your employer? ⏱In this 5-minute soundbite, we open up the discussion on the topic of happiness and what it takes to get there. 🚨Spoiler alert: yeah, you should know by now, this podcast is #NeverNotExistential ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Is everyone in your company kind of the same person? 🙈 It seems we got a little carried away with finding the perfect fit for our company culture when hiring… so now we have a new buzzword to discuss in our soundbites. YAY! In this short but packed soundbite, Vera and Mer discuss the concepts of cultural add and cultural What do you think of these concepts? How do you put them into practice?

Do you ever get the feeling that everyone’s talking about the same things lately? And then you have a meeting with co-workers from another department and it’s like they’re speaking another language🤔 Our relationship with #buzzwords 🐝 is not simple - Join us as we discuss our love-hate relationship with them! ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

The notion of #quietquitting has struck a nerve in the world of #work – nearly 21% of millennials think they’re doing it, companies are outraged, leaders are worried 😟 But what is quiet quitting, and what are the implications of it? This 5-minute soundbite is packed with food for thought. ⏱ Take a break, listen to the discussion and leave your thoughts in the comments💭 ⚡The Everything Else is p...

How did you feel the last time you received feedback? And when was the last time you were on the giving end? Feedback makes people feel a little squirmy, and the harsh consequence is that sometimes we run away from it 🏃‍♀️ In today’s episode, Vera and Mer jump into the black hole of #feedback, with some practical tips on how to make it work for you and your #team. ⚡️The Everything Else is powere...

Are you a little reluctant to move out of your comfort zone? You’re not alone, the idea that life begins outside of your comfort zone garners more than a few eye rolls, and that’s because... well... it’s uncomfortable. But is everything that happens outside of our comfort zone good? Should I always be trying to get out of my comfort zone? When should we be saying no? ⏱All of this (and not much mor...

They say that change is the only constant in life… so why is it so damn hard? Adaptability to change and resilience are two of the most sought-after soft skills for the future, so how do we get there? ⏱In this 5-minute soundbite, Vera and Mer discuss change, what resilience actually is and how to get on the path to adaptation. ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Here’s a formula to stay young forever!🧪 Just kidding, there is no formula, and the fact that we’re always looking for one rises a question we should be asking ourselves – are we glorifying youth? ⏱In this short soundbite, Vera and Mer explore the issue of age, what it means, our perception of it, and what reconsiderations are needed. ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Working with others is no easy task. ✨Sometimes the magic flows (insert team cliches here) but there are (many) times when you’re working in teams, and the teamwork is just not there. 🎙️In this episode, Vera and Mer unpack the complexity of teamwork, what we need to be aware of, and the essential ingredients for a high-functioning team. 🔗So, if you don’t want your team to bomb, click the link in...

How connected are work and emotions? Is there a limit to bringing my full range of emotions to work? ⏱In today's 5-minute soundbite Vera and Mer tackle the question: Is the future of work emotional? ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Can we talk about Pride outside of June? 🌈 In today's soundbite, Vera and Mer talk about why we should be talking about Pride, and why it's sometimes not as easy as we'd like. ⏱5-minute discussion about #Pride #pridewashing and if it's worth doing it (spoiler alert: of course it is!) ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc

Time to quit your day job – or is it?💼 We’ve all had that thought, I’m going to quit my job and be my own boss, pursue my passion and finally do things my way…😬 But before you make that jump, take 5 minutes to consider the question… should everyone be an entrepreneur? 🤔 ⚡The Everything Else is powered by Abstracta and LearnInc.

Leadership skills are on the most wanted soft skills list, but...is everyone cut out for it? 👀 In this soundbite Vera and Mer discuss the burning questions surrounding leadership - Is it a position? Does everyone aspire to be a leader? Should everyone be a leader? Can they wrap the topic up in 5 minutes? OMG the suspense is almost too much! 😱