Work today is more intense, more scrutinized, and more chaotic than ever — so how do you stay effective through it all? Melissa Swift, author of Effective, shares research-backed strategies for navigating four forces reshaping modern work. Plus: leadership coach Carol Kauffman (Real-Time Leadership) on finding your winning moves when the stakes are high.
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Apple at 50 — and the War to Break Its Grip
Apple turns 50 this year—which is a good moment to ask how a scrappy computer company became one of the most influential forces in modern life. In Apple: The First 50 Years, David Pogue takes us inside the legends, the near-death moments, and the reinventions that built the Apple ... Show More
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Sibling Science: Why Brothers, Sisters Shape Us for Life
Sibling relationships are often our longest—and sometimes most complicated—connections. In today’s episode, we explore what siblings can teach us about identity, belonging, and who we become, drawing on new insights from Catherine Carr's recent book Who’s the Favorite? : The Lovi ... Show More
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Best Of: How Running Can Unlock the Life You Didn't Know You Had
First up, the Atlantic's CEO Nicholas Thompson on hidden potential, aging well, and pushing past the limits we imagine, with ideas from his 2025 book The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports. Then we hear from Washington Post sportswriter Sally Jenkins, who ... Show More
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Are You a Perfectionist? How Perfectionism Can Hurt Your Career and What to Do About It - with Lynne Cazaly (Ep 61)
<p>From the moment I decided to start a podcast, Lynne Cazaly was on the top of my list of potential guests. There’s something about her leadership style, her unassuming way, and the quiet confidence that she exudes, making her the perfect guest speaker. Last year, while trying t ... Show More
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Feb 2025
184. Fit or Quit? Find the Job That is Right For You—Catalyze Your Career
Stay prepared, build your network, and take control of your career.Most of us know that career growth is important—but according to Catherine Fisher, we're thinking about it all wrong. It’s not just about landing a job or climbing the ladder; it’s about staying adaptable, buildin ... Show More
24m 54s
Jun 2021
#11: The Culture of Success
Joe's company, 12 Traits, has found an interesting niche: using AI to help gaming companies find and retain users. Joe, whose background includes clinical psychology as well as marketing, is now looking inward – and is focused on creating the sort of company culture that attracts ... Show More
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Sep 2024
Power Skills for the Modern Workforce: Insights from Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
Join SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., for some of the best advice on strengthening your power skills and how to use them to your advantage in the workplace. Plus, stay tuned for his BEST career advice on this episode of Career Compass.Episode transcriptEarn 0.5 SHRM ... Show More
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