Best David Burkus Podcasts (2024)

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A Customer-Centric Culture Starts with Customer-Focused Leadership - Blake Morgan 38:43

3d ago38:43

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Blake Morgan. Blake is known as the “Queen of CX.” She is a customer experience futurist and one of the top keynote speakers in the world. She’s the host of The Modern Customer Podcast and the author of three books, including her latest, The 8 Laws of Customer-Focused Leadership: New R…

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How to Create a Ridiculously Easy Customer Experience - David Avrin 38:05

17d ago38:05

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with David Avrin. David is one of the most popular Customer Experience speakers and consultants in the world. In fact, over the past 25 years, David has shared his lessons on competitive advantage with leaders and teams from thousands of organizations in 26 countries around the world! And D…

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Retain Your Employees and Build a World-Class Culture - John DiJulius 56:57

1M ago56:57

56:57

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with John DiJulius. John is the founder and Chief Revolution Officer of The DiJulius Group, a customer experience consulting firm that helps clients build customer care strategies that lead to happy customers, employees, and shareholders. John has spent decades becoming the authority on bui…

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How to Find and Retain Your Most Valuable Customers - Ali Cudby 39:14

2M ago39:14

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Ali Cudby. Ali is the CEO of Alignmint Growth Strategies. With over 15 years advising startups and global companies, Ali’s specialty is transforming customer experience, increasing customer lifetime value, and building customer loyalty. Ali is also the author of the bestselling book, K…

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How to Communicate with Clarity With Steve Woodruff 47:42

2M ago47:42

47:42

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Steve Woodruff. Known as the "King of Clarity," Steve's passion is helping companies and individuals communicate clearly and effectively. Steve is the author of two books, including his latest, The Point: How to Win with Clarity-Fueled Communications. Steve and I discuss how the use of…

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Has earned media lost its luster? Eleanor Hawkins of Axios Communicators challenges norms. 31:30

4M ago31:30

31:30

Many founders or CEOs dreams of a big, earned media hit in The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal. But are these big wins really the best target for outbound communications? That depends, says Eleanor Hawkins who leads the Axios Communicators newsletter. Hawkins covers communications trends, future uses of AI in marketing communications, and…

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Psy was a psyop? Tribalism pro explains how we outsource our own decision making. 34:59

5M ago34:59

34:59

Psy was a psyop created to make South Korea cool. Soap operas were created to sell soap. And the Grand Ole Opry, the longest running radio show in history, was a marketing play for insurance. Joah Santos, founder of Warhol is a tribalism nerd who consulted for Unilever, ABInBev, Airbnb and others. He tells me underlying structure of how information…

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How To Manage Team Conflict 9:51

7M ago9:51

9:51

Conflict within a team is an inevitable part of any work environment. The diverse perspectives, ideas, and solutions that team members bring to the table can often lead to disagreements and conflicts. However, it's important to remember that team conflict isn't necessarily a bad thing. In fact, it can be beneficial in many ways. It can help identif…

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5 Questions Great Leaders Always Ask 7:51

7M ago7:51

7:51

It may seem like leaders need to have all the answers. Presumably, they became leaders by being smart, hardworking individual contributors who had the answers most of the time. But while knowing what to do is important, great leaders believe that knowing what questions to ask is even more vital. Especially when it comes to leading the team. Asking …

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Chris Wallace - Frontline Employees: Your Key to Customer Insight 36:08

7M ago36:08

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Chris Wallace. Chris is the co-founder and president of InnerView Group - a brand consultancy that helps organizations improve alignment between their frontline teams and their go-to-market strategies. Chris and I chat about how to create a more collaborative relationship with your fro…

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How Can Teamwork Fail? 8:55

8M ago8:55

8:55

Teamwork is a constant in organizational life. You will work on teams for the majority of your career. Some of those teams will be an uplifting, engaging experience—but most will be an average or even a draining experience. Because most teams aren’t high-performing ones. Most teams fail to achieve a level of performance above the average of each in…

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6 Tips For Effective Teamwork 10:24

8M ago10:24

10:24

Teamwork is the secret that makes common people achieve uncommon results. However, effective teamwork doesn't just happen; it requires careful planning and implementation. This episode provides six tips for effective teamwork that will help you build a high-performing team. These tips are not just theoretical concepts, but practical strategies that…

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Derrick Daye - Building a Brand That Lasts 36:31

8M ago36:31

36:31

In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Derrick Daye. Derrick is the managing partner of The Blake Project, a strategic brand consultancy that helps businesses gain an emotional advantage, a distinctive advantage, and a connective advantage, moving them from brand awareness to brand insistence. He’s the founder of Branding S…

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EP98: How To STOP Being A People Pleaser // Amani Simpson 1:00:38

8M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

E98: How To Stop Being A People PleaserIn this Episode, M.T. is joined by Amani Simpson, an award-winning youth coach, speaker and filmmaker. In this wholesome conversation they discuss how he moved from being stabbed to now working to save and inspire young people, his acclaimed short film 'AMANI' starring Joivan Wade, which has now been watched n…

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3 Tips To Improve Leadership Skills 7:27

8M ago7:27

7:27

Great leaders aren’t born, they’re made. While it’s tempting to look at stories of great leaders and just assume they’re received some divine or genetic gift that turned them into exemplars, the truth is much more nuanced. Leadership is a skill that can be honed and improved with practice and the right guidance. This episode will explore three key …

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Building Psychological Safety At Work 8:59

8M ago8:59

8:59

Psychological safety is the bedrock of a high-performing team. It's more than just trust; it's about fostering a climate of mutual trust and respect. Building psychological safety at work is not a one-time event, but a continuous process that requires conscious effort and commitment. It's about creating an environment where everyone feels safe to t…

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Karin Hurt - Courageous Cultures 42:26

9M ago42:26

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Karin Hurt, author of Courageous Cultures: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and Customer Advocates. Karin is the founder of Let’s Grow Leaders, a training firm focused on helping human-centered leaders find clarity in uncertainty, drive innovation, and achieve b…

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5 Ways To Motivate Your Team 8:01

9M ago8:01

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Every team leader knows the importance of keeping their team motivated. The more motivated your team, the more productive they are, and the better results they deliver. Research suggests that the more powerful form of motivation is intrinsic, flowing from an individual’s desire to do the work or achieve the outcome for their own reasons—not bonuses…

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Trust In High Performing Teams 11:16

9M ago11:16

11:16

Trust is the bedrock upon which successful teams are built. High-performing teams are characterized by an elevated level of trust. This trust in high performing teams manifests in four distinct ways: teams trust each other to deliver, they trust that they can share new ideas, they trust that they can disagree, and they trust that they can make mist…

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Sylvie di Giusto - Discover Your Fair Advantage 47:16

9M ago47:16

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Sylvie di Giusto, author of Discover Your Fair Advantage: Leverage Your Unique Selling Points and Human Potential for Work, Life, and Business. Sylvie’s an international keynote speaker and expert in emotional intelligence, personal image, and leadership. And she’s the bestselling auth…

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E97: Israel and Palestine: A DUMMIES Guide 33:31

9M ago33:31

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In this Episode, M.T. answers questions from our community on the crisis currently engulfing the Middle East. Many of us don't know what to think and swimming through all the media narratives can be difficult. This is a good guide for anyone trying to make sense of some of the moving parts of the conflict.…

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4 Types Of Team Conflict 12:48

9M ago12:48

12:48

Conflict on a team is inevitable. On diverse teams, where individuals come from varying backgrounds and possess differing opinions, those opinions will clash often in the form of disagreements and conflicts. Understanding the types of team conflict that can arise in a team setting is crucial for effective management and resolution. In this episode,…

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E96: Rory Sutherland Addresses Biggest Problems In The World 1:59:57

9M ago1:59:57

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Rory Sutherland is one of the world's leading consumer behaviour experts, the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy Advertising and an author. In this, his second appearance on Common Sense Pod, we tackle a range of issues from AI to politics to big tech. 01:11 Tik Tok Algorithms 11:01 Changes to remote working 26:36 Elon Musk and Twitter 38:44 How can we harnes…

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The Foundation of High-Performing Teams 10:16

9M ago10:16

10:16

High-performing teams are often perceived as having extraordinary talents and capabilities, but they are not that different from regular teams—at least in terms of composition. Research indicates that high-performing teams are not just about having exceptionally talented individuals. Instead, they excel in understanding how to collaborate effective…

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The Money Expert: How To Actually Get Out Of Debt | E95 50:46

10M ago50:46

50:46

Timi Merriman-Johnson is an award-winning financial content creator, podcaster, author and founder of Mr MoneyJar, a UK-based financial education company. 02:20: How would you describe the work you do?10.53: Rich dad poor dad10:00: Why do you subject yourself to all this pain 15:27: What we think about people changes what we think about them 24:46:…

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Best Icebreakers For Team Meetings 9:26

10M ago9:26

9:26

Icebreakers are not just games or frivolous activities. Many people have memories of cringeworthy and awkward games played under the pretense of “team building.” I was one of them. But the research on icebreakers is pretty clear. Icebreakers are powerful tools that can help teams find uncommon commonalities and build strong connections. Icebreakers…

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E94: From Failure To The World Championships: Developing A Killer Mindset 1:02:18

10M ago1:02:18

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Success is often defined as failing forward and not losing motivation. In this episode, we explore what it looks like to develop a resilient mindset Alex Haydock-Wilson is a British track and field athlete. In 2023, he became British 400 metres champion. He was chosen to represent Great Britain at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest …

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Nancie McDonnell Ruder - The Art and Science of Marketing Leadership 41:46

10M ago41:46

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Nancie McDonnell Ruder, author of How Senior Marketers Scale the Heights: What is Still True, More True, & Newly True. Nancie’s an executive coach, a leadership advisor, a marketing consultant and the founder of Noetic Consultants where they help companies build their internal marketin…

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The Single Best Team Building Exercise 11:11

10M ago11:11

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Team building and understanding each other's behavior are crucial elements in creating a strong team culture and creating a high-performing teams. But many leaders struggle to find and deliver effective team building exercises. There are many too choose from, and many fall short. Because so many exercises focus on getting teammates to understand ea…

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E93: From PRISON To Successful CEO | Kenny Imafidon 54:55

10M ago54:55

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Kenny Imafidon is an entrepreneur, author, and social commentator When he was arrested for a crime he didn't commit Kenny faced a minimum of thirty years behind bars – longer than the life he had lived. In this podcast, we talk about his transformative time in prison, and the people and conversations that took him from being on trial for murder int…

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What Great Managers Do Daily 12:26

10M ago12:26

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Managers make the difference. Middle managers especially play a crucial role in employee engagement and performance. However, many managers lack proper preparation for their role, and companies often fail to invest in robust leadership training. Great managers understand that their actions have a direct impact on their team's success. In particular…

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Henna Pryor - Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe 43:12

10M ago43:12

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Henna Pryor, author of Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You. Henna’s a workplace performance expert, a global keynote speaker, and a two-time TEDx speaker. She's been featured in Forbes, Real Simple, Fast Company, and more. An…

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E92: THIS Is Why Everyone HATES The News w/ Jodie Jackson 1:07:39

10M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

According to Oxford, trust in the news has fallen across Europe and the proportion of people who say they avoid news has increased sharply across countries. Why don't we trust the news and what can we do about it? Jodie is the founder of the News Literacy Lab, author of “You Are What You Read: why changing your media diet can change the world” and …

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One-On-One Meetings With Employees 10:03

10M ago10:03

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One-on-one meetings with employees are a crucial aspect of effective leadership. Organizations spent countless hours, money, and other resources trying to find the most qualified talent on board, and then spent more money to keep that talent motivated and engaged. And yet, the single most time time-efficient and effective way to invest in the growt…

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How Does Diversity Affect Teamwork? 12:18

11M ago12:18

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It’s often said by teams that “diversity is our strength.” We take for granted the idea that diverse teams bring more lived experiences, ideas, and solutions to the table. When asked, “How does diversity affect teamwork?” most leaders assume that teams composed of individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives are more likely to…

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Phil Mershon - Unforgettable: The Art and Science of Creating Memorable Experiences 47:26

11M ago47:26

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Phil Mershon, author of Unforgettable: The Art and Science of Creating Memorable Experiences. Phil’s the Director of Experience for Social Media Examiner where he's been designing and delivering amazing event experiences like Social Media Marketing World and the Social Media Success Su…

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The Skill of Active Listening 9:48

11M ago9:48

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Are you a good listener? You may think you’re a good listener—maybe someone even told you were a good listener. Or maybe not. As a leader, this is a very important question. So much of your ability to solve the problems your team is bringing to you depends upon your ability to understand them. And in order to help your team feel heard and listened …

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How To Earn Respect As A Leader 8:50

11M ago8:50

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Margaret Thatcher once famously quipped that “Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't.” As a leader, the same could be said about respect. If you wonder if you’re team respects you, they probably don’t. Being a leader is not just about having authority and power; it's about earning the respect and trust o…

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Tiffani Bova - The Experience Mindset: Changing the Way You Think About Growth 43:42

11M ago43:42

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Tiffani Bova, author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller - The Experience Mindset: Changing the Way You Think About Growth. Tiffani’s an international keynote speaker and the former global customer growth and innovation evangelist at Salesforce. She’s been named twice as one of the t…

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What Great Leaders Do 10:06

11M ago10:06

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In a world of growing complexity and seemingly constant crisis, we need great leaders more than ever. But when you look at the stories in the press or check the staggering numbers of burnout and disengagement in surveys, it seems like fewer and fewer leaders are rising to the challenge. It starts to seem like becoming a great leader is too complica…

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Dave Norton - Ensure Your Customer's Time is Well Spent 33:29

11M ago33:29

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Dave Norton. Dave’s the Founder and Principal of Stone Mantel, an insights consultancy focused on helping companies create meaningful experiences for their customers. And he co-hosts the Experience Strategy Podcast where he explores how organizations create deep and meaningful relation…

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How to Make Employees Feel Respected 11:08

12M ago11:08

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Leadership is about relationships. And the cornerstone of just about every relationship is respect. When employees feel respected, they are more engaged, motivated, and productive. But many managers struggle to convey their respect to team members. Consequently, colleagues often experience a sense of being undervalued, disconnected, or even inferio…

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X/Twitter Spaces King, Mario Nawfal on journalism, the future of X, and media attacks. 37:42

11M ago37:42

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If you're an X user (fka Twitter) you know the name Mario Nawfal. Nawfal hosts the largest spaces on X, and his guests include Elon Musk, Michael Bay, Mark Cuban, Andrew Yang, and many others. After taking a break from interviews, he shares his thoughts on the future of X, CEO Linda Yaccarino, his new show Killer Whales, and a media hit piece about…

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David Burkus - Best Team Ever: The Surprising Science of High-Performing Teams 45:07

12M ago45:07

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with David Burkus. David’s written six award-winning books. He’s delivered three TEDx talks that have been viewed over two million times. He’s been featured by the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USA Today, Fast Company, and more. And he’s consistently ranked as one of the top…

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How To Overcome Resistance To Change 9:48

12M ago9:48

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Employee resistance to change is one of the most perplexing and challenging issues that business executives encounter. Senior leaders have mapped out a change initiative and, in the process, gotten themselves excited about the future only to find the rest of the organization doesn’t share their enthusiasm. What’s often overlooked is that employee r…

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Evelyn Starr - Teenage Wastebrand: How Your Brand Can Stop Struggling and Start Scaling 36:58

12M ago36:58

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Evelyn Starr. Evelyn is an author, brand expert, and marketing consultant with over 25 years of marketing strategy and research experience. She’s worked with a number of well-known brands including Hasbro, Gillette, and Dunkin. She specializes in working with “brands in adolescence,” b…

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Create A Sense Of Purpose On A Team 10:31

12M ago10:31

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With work and life becoming more intertwined than ever, people increasingly seek purpose through work. So, leaders are being called upon to create a sense of purpose on a team. When team members feel that their work is connected to a larger company-wide purpose, they are more motivated and perform better. This gives managers and leaders an opportun…

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Allen Adamson - Seeing the How 40:23

12M ago40:23

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In this week’s episode of the SIMPLE brand podcast, I talk with Allen Adamson. Allen’s the co-founder and managing partner of Metaforce, a consultancy that takes a disruptive, multidisciplinary approach to help brands grow. He's also an adjunct professor at the Berkeley Center for Entrepreneurship at NYU Stern School of Business. And Allen’s the au…

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Creating Shared Identity On A Team 8:55

1y ago8:55

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Creating shared identity on a team is crucial to building a high-performing one. Shared identity refers to the extent to which team members feel the same sense of who they are as a designated group. It indicates whether or not individual members truly feel like this is the team they’re a part of and most loyal to. Decades of social science research…

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EP91: What To Do If you Hate Your Job w/ Dr David Burkus 56:17

1y ago56:17

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The average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over a lifetime. How can you make all those hours count? One of the world’s leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever. He is the bestselling author of four books about business and leadership. His books h…

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