Episode

Ask Simon Anything: Part One
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23:05
Published: Tue Dec 27 2022
Description

A few weeks ago, I put out an open call on social media to see what questions my listeners have for me.  And there were a LOT of responses.So, as an end-of-the-year special, our next two episodes will be dedicated to answering your burning questions.  This is… A Bit of Optimism.For more on my work, check out: simonsinek.com

Chapters
The podcasters discuss the return to normal life, including traveling and having friends over, and express their optimism for the new year.
00:00 - 01:20 (01:20)
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Optimism
Summary

The podcasters discuss the return to normal life, including traveling and having friends over, and express their optimism for the new year. They will take a break for the holidays.

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Ask Simon Anything: Part One
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Developing human skills such as active listening, empathy, effective confrontation, and feedback delivery is crucial for creating a safe and productive work environment, however, the future of hybrid work remains uncertain.
01:20 - 05:50 (04:29)
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Human Skills
Summary

Developing human skills such as active listening, empathy, effective confrontation, and feedback delivery is crucial for creating a safe and productive work environment, however, the future of hybrid work remains uncertain.

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Ask Simon Anything: Part One
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Adam Grant says that infinite-minded thinking is better for the team, it's better for the organization, which ultimately is better for you.
05:50 - 10:03 (04:12)
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Business
Summary

Adam Grant says that infinite-minded thinking is better for the team, it's better for the organization, which ultimately is better for you.

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The best and brightest of a company should be responsible for recruiting new hires who embody the organization's culture and values.
10:03 - 13:40 (03:37)
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Recruiting
Summary

The best and brightest of a company should be responsible for recruiting new hires who embody the organization's culture and values. Instead of focusing on children's attention deficit disorder, their hyper focus and creativity should be celebrated and nurtured.

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The key to being the leader you wish you had is to ensure that your colleagues and coworkers feel psychologically safe at work.
13:40 - 18:59 (05:19)
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Leadership
Summary

The key to being the leader you wish you had is to ensure that your colleagues and coworkers feel psychologically safe at work. This can be achieved by helping those who are struggling and by being concerned about how everyone feels when they come to work every day.

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In the midst of high stress in an organization, it is dishonorable for someone to use it as leverage for their own gain.
18:59 - 22:56 (03:57)
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Leadership
Summary

In the midst of high stress in an organization, it is dishonorable for someone to use it as leverage for their own gain. Military training teaches leadership skills as one climbs the organizational ladder.

Episode
Ask Simon Anything: Part One
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism