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Our approach is evidence based and our conversation is quirky. In every episode, we:

 

1. Promote the flourishing of people and organizations.

2. Bridge the gap between social science and management practice.

3. Provide an antidote or counterpoint to the ever-increasing overly simplistic, reductionist approaches to work and life.

4. Feed the curiosity of people who want to make the world a better place through work.

5. Inspire listeners to become lifelong learners and bold difference-makers.

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  2. 2020
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Will You Be My Mentor? Uh, No.

Jan 28, 2020

Today’s episode comes from a recommendation from one of our many amazing listeners. So, this one’s for you, Kate!  And the topic we’re addressing today is mentoring.

  • What is mentoring and its types
  • Mentoring programs contrasted with coaching and leadership development
  • Advice for those who seek...

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Difficult Conversations and How to Have Them

Jan 21, 2020

We are drawing from the great book by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton and Sheila Heen, Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most.  If you ARE Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, or Sheila Heen, let us know--we’d love to have you on!

In this episode we discuss:

  • what is a difficult conversation and when to have...

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Part 2: Why People Quit and How to Keep Them

Jan 14, 2020

There is a lot we can say about why people quit and how you can retain them, hence a "part 2" to this discussion.  We cover the following.

  • Turnover and retention--what the research says
  • Retention management--evidence based guidelines
  • Unfolding model of turnover
  • Organizational commitment...

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Part 1: Why People Quit and How to Keep Them

Jan 7, 2020

Most managers know that retaining top talent is key to their success.  As such, many companies are offering all sorts of "perks" to attract and keep the best employees.  What does the research say? In this episode we cover:

  • Turnover and retention--what the research says
  • Retention management--evidence based guidelines

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