Best Ges�� Podcasts (2024)

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Welcoming Life's Updates: Why We Need Growing Pains for Success 19:53

3d ago19:53

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Deep Dive: Growing Pains - Exploration of physical growing pains in children and metaphorical growing pains in adults. - Discussion on the physical sensations and typical occurrences of growing pains in children. - Metaphorical growing pains related to significant life changes such as new jobs, relationships, or relocating. The Importance of Growth…

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#10 – Barbara Herr Harthorn – Societal and ethical implications of synthetic cells 59:28

10d ago59:28

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Final GES Colloquium podcast of Spring 2024 Investigating the societal and ethical implications of synthetic cells Barbara Herr Harthorn, PhD, Research Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Santa Barbara Profile | DOWNLOAD SEMINAR POSTER This talk introduces 3 ongoing NSF-funded collaborative interdisciplinary projects investigating …

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Boosting Workforce Productivity with Booking Holdings CHRO Paulo Pisano 44:37

3d ago44:37

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The proliferation of remote and hybrid work has forced managers and HR leaders to rethink how they keep tabs on workforce productivity. Meanwhile, emerging technologies like Generative AI have raised expectations for what future productivity can look like. While productivity has always been elusive to define and measure in the context of knowledge …

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Luke 10:38-42 – You Aren’t Listening, Are You? (1984 at Christ Bible Fellowship of Del Rio, Texas) 32:38

7d ago32:38

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If you think it is bad to lose communication with a partner in marriage, then it is even worse to lose communication with God. Did you ever stop to think what a tremendous privilege it would be to have Jesus Christ as a guest in your home? That was exactly the opportunity given to two ladies in this passage by the names of Mary and Martha. When we …

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The Hard Best in Work + Community 23:39

9d ago23:39

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Welcome to Blank Pages, the podcast where we explore the transformative power of embracing new beginnings and the potential found within the blank pages of our lives. I'm your host, Tim Pecoraro. Today, we embark on the final leg of our journey into the realm of the hard best. It's been an incredible ride, filled with insightful conversations and v…

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SPOTLIGHT: Maximizing HR Technology Investments, With Marcia Morales-Jaffe 19:03

10d ago19:03

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The rapid proliferation of HR technology has presented exciting opportunities while forcing HR leaders to make some difficult choices. Marcia Morales-Jaffe offers a path forward and shares insights from her experience as the former chief people officer of PayPal and World Fuel Services. Morales-Jaffe outlines how HR leaders can make the most of the…

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Romans 2:1-16 - Seminar (Warning: poor audio quality) 45:19

11d ago45:19

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April 18, 1988. Zane gives a seminar on Romans 2:1-16 focusing in particular on verses 5 through 13. Warning: audio quality on recording is very poor.By Zane Hodges

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Embracing Hard Best in Relationships 33:39

17d ago33:39

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Welcome to today's episode of BL NK P ges! Exploring Hard Best: We define "hard best" as deliberately engaging in challenging activities for growth, learning, and leadership, prioritizing long-term improvements over immediate ease. - Highlights the importance of embracing uncertainty and stepping out of comfort zones. - Shares insights on the rewar…

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#9 – Eric Hallerman – Gene Technology in Aquaculture 59:47

17d ago59:47

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Gene technology in aquaculture: Potential, constraints, and first products to commercialization Eric Hallerman, PhD, Emeritus Professor, Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, Virginia Tech University While aquaculture biotechnology has the potential to improve the sustainability of aquaculture, its realization will depend upon enab…

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SPOTLIGHT: Building a Culture of Well-Being, With Richard Safeer 19:17

17d ago19:17

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According to the 2020 Gartner Well-Being Benchmarking Survey, 70% of companies have introduced new well-being benefits or increased the amount of existing well-being benefits in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. To sustain momentum in developing a healthy workforce, organizations must continue to create an environment where employees value well-be…

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#8 – Steve Heine – Essentialism and Distortion in Eugenics and GMO Attitudes 59:08

24d ago59:08

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How essences distort our understanding of genes: Implications for eugenics and GMO attitudes Steven Heine, PhD, Professor of Cultural & Social Psychology, University of British Columbia Profile | @StevenHeine4How psychological biases of essentialism distort the ways people understand genetics, eugenics, and GMO products. Download semin…

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The Risk Factor Doing Hard-Best 31:28

25d ago31:28

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Welcome to today's episode of BL NK P ges! In this episode, and I want to dive into the concept of doing hard things. To me, doing the hard best is about deliberately engaging in challenging activities for growth, learning, and leadership. I stress the importance of taking risks and embracing uncertainty as a way to experience eustress, which is th…

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SPOTLIGHT: Ignite Commitment to Keep Top Talent With Joe Mull 19:32

24d ago19:32

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As employees rethink the role that work has in their lives, organizations must similarly reimagine how they engage and retain employees. Author and commitment expert Joe Mull makes the case that employees do a great job when they believe they have a great job. Mull joins the Talent Angle to share insights from his book “Employalty: How to Ignite Co…

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#7 – Anna Krome-Lukens – Eugenics and the Welfare State in North Carolina 59:04

1M ago59:04

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Eugenics and the Welfare State in North Carolina + Anna Krome-Lukens, PhD, Teaching Associate Professor, Public Policy at UNC-Chapel Hill Profile | Download seminar poster In North Carolina, social reformers and welfare officials relied on eugenics ideology as they built the welfare state before the New Deal, with lasting effects for our contempora…

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SPOTLIGHT: Facilitating Squiggly Careers With Helen Tupper 17:33

1M ago17:33

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As organizations continue to face fierce competition for talent, HR leaders have upheld internal mobility as a lever to retain talent, yet many employees remain unaware of the career opportunities in their organization. In this episode of the Talent Angle, Helen Tupper illustrates how championing squiggly careers — or nonlinear career paths — can d…

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Doing Hard things: Defining Easy-good and Hard-best 32:30

1M ago32:30

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Welcome to today's episode of BL NK P ges! In this episode, we're diving deep into the importance of stepping out of our comfort zone and embracing the challenges that enable us to grow. Whether you choose the "easy good" or "hard best", there is only one that will lead to real personal growth and success. Let's tackle this together and discover th…

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The Art of Purpose-Driven Communication 24:09

1M ago24:09

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of communication, and how it plays a pivotal role in our personal and professional lives. We will discover the value of purposeful communication and introduce a practical framework to enhance our communicative effectiveness. Key Points & Takeaways: 1. The Essence of Communication: Communication is more tha…

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SPOTLIGHT: Evolving the Model of a World-Class CHRO With GE's Kevin Cox and Medronic's Carol Surface 21:55

1M ago21:55

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As members of Gartner’s CHRO Global Leadership Board, Medtronic’s Carol Surface and GE’s Kevin Cox were both involved in creating the original Model of the World-Class CHRO in 2017. They join host Peter Aykens on the Talent Angle to discuss what’s changed in the recent update. They reflect on what originally inspired them to create the model, its l…

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A 4-Day Work Week to Recharge the Workforce With Alex Soojung-Kim Pang 32:58

2M ago32:58

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The 4-day work week has gained momentum in recent years, but has not yet entered the mainstream. Alex Soojung-Kim Pang, Global Programs Director at 4 Day Week Global, joins the Talent Angle to explain why organizations should consider experimenting with new ways of working. He highlights the importance of rest for human creativity and problem solvi…

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Communication: The Heart, Help, Hope, and Lightness in How We Connect 23:13

2M ago23:13

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Welcome to today's episode of BL NK P ges! In this episode, we navigate the essence of connection—how it's established visually, intellectually, emotionally, and verbally. I share insights on the power of genuine engagement, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, clarity, optimism, and lightness in our interactions. Join me as we unpack the tr…

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#6 – Luisa Reis-Castro – Caring for the Enemy, Killing the Ally: Transgenic Mosquitoes in Brazil 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

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Caring for the Enemy, Killing the Ally: The More-than-Human Politics of Transgenic Mosquitoes in Brazil Luisa Reis-Castro, PhD, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Southern California Profile | X | Bluesky | Download Seminar PosterThis talk, based on ethnographic research with scientists and technicians working with tr…

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SPOTLIGHT: Embracing the Nowhere Office, With Julia Hobsbawm 22:21

2M ago22:21

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The hybrid world has upended traditional norms around the role of the office. Author Julia Hobsbawm joins the Talent Angle to discuss how talent management leaders can apply the insights from her book, “The Nowhere Office: Reinventing Work and the Workplace of the Future,” to take advantage of the emerging opportunities created by hybrid ways of wo…

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Communication: What Is Being Said? 25:37

2M ago25:37

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Welcome to the BL NK P ages podcast! In this episode, I delve into the crucial elements of communication: preparation, collaboration, and content. As a coach, I understand the significance of asking insightful questions to uncover more profound understanding and foster effective problem-solving. This approach enhances our communication skills and e…

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#5 – Helen Anne Curry – Local seeds, global needs, and the history of agrobiodiversity conservation 54:46

2M ago54:46

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Local seeds and global needs: Ethnobotany, agroecology, and the history of in situ conservation of agrobiodiversity Helen Anne Curry, PhD, Melvin Kranzberg Professor in the History of Technology, Georgia Institute of Technology Website | @TechHSOCThis talk will explore how insights from Indigenous agricultural practices, both past and pres…

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The Credibility Question: Who Said it? 27:42

2M ago27:42

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In today's episode, I dive deep into the essence of communication and the pivotal role credibility plays in making our messages resonate with authenticity and impact. My journey through this exploration is guided by the understanding that our most effective message is the one we live; anything less is merely empty words. Communication begins with s…

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Embracing CHRO Digital Leadership with Kemper CHRO Ismat Duckson Aziz 31:54

2M ago31:54

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Technology is advancing at a breakneck speed, presenting both new opportunities and challenges for organizations. Ismat Duckson Aziz, Kemper CHRO and Chief Administrative Officer, joins the Talent Angle to discuss how CHROs can shape the technology strategy of their organization. She explains how CHROs can overcome the anxiety that comes with divin…

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#4 – Kirsty Wissing on Indigenous Perspectives on Synthetic Biology 59:17

2M ago59:17

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Indigenous Perspectives on Synthetic Biology for Conservation Kirsty Wissing, PhD, Research Fellow, Australian National University | Profile A discussion of synthetic biology and Torres Strait Islanders, bringing their perspectives into conversation to explore cultural implications for future island-bound applications of genetic biocontrol…

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Driving Cross-Generational Collaboration, With NIH’s Julie Berko 33:56

2M ago33:56

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As the global workforce continues to age, it is increasingly vital for organizations to have both efficient succession plans and effective knowledge sharing between their employees. Julie Berko, Director of the Office of Human Resources at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), joins the Talent Angle to discuss how organizations can leverage data…

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All About Momentum: Four Types of Momentum Forces or Qualities (4 of 4) 23:16

2M ago23:16

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Welcome to another episode of Blank Pages! In this final episode of our 4-part series, "All About Momentum," we uncover four types of momentum-related forces: takers, blockers, breakers, and makers. Understanding these forces is crucial for navigating the challenges and opportunities they present. This exploration aims to empower you to become a mo…

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All About Momentum: The Art of Maintaining Momentum (3 of 4) 33:41

2M ago33:41

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In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into momentum, exploring its critical role in various aspects of life—from personal endeavors and relationships to teamwork and professional collaborations. We unravel the physics principles behind momentum and translate them into practical strategies for maintaining progress. Furthermore, we delve into th…

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SPOTLIGHT: Designing Work Without Jobs With Ravin Jesuthasan and John Boudreau 23:52

2M ago23:52

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Drawing on their professional and academic experience, Ravin Jesuthasan and John Boudreau argue the current work “operating system” is increasingly unable to meet the needs of employees and employers. They join the Talent Angle to discuss their new book, Work Without Jobs: How to Reboot Your Organization’s Work Operating System, and the opportuniti…

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#3 – David Andow – Ecological perspectives on the history of genetic engineering 59:46

3M ago59:46

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Ecological and evolutionary perspectives on genetic engineering David Andow, PhD, Professor and Department Head, Applied Ecology, NC State University | Profile | @NCStateAEC Ecological and evolutionary perspectives have greatly influenced the development of genetic engineering as exemplified by significant events from history. Download…

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All About Momentum: The Momentum Build Up (2 of 4) 23:57

3M ago23:57

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Welcome to another episode of BL NK Pges! In this episode, we continue our four-part series on momentum by delving into the intricacies of building momentum, a fundamental force that propels us toward our goals and aligns with our core beliefs. We pick up where we left off in "The Magic of Momentum," focusing on how to build momentum constructively…

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SPOTLIGHT: Rethinking the “Job” of Your Job With Dart Lindsley 35:44

3M ago35:44

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Dart Lindsley, the head of global process excellence for people operations at Google, joins the Gartner Talent Angle to share why he thinks work is one of the least designed products on the market today. Dart argues that if HR leaders applied design principles to work they would view employees not as inputs to production but rather as customers buy…

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#2 – Grace Wiedrich – From Plants to People: Mendelian Eugenics in NC in the 20th Century 55:28

3M ago55:28

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From Plants to People: Mendelian Eugenics in NC in the 20th Century Grace Wiedrich, CRDM PhD Student, NC State UniversityThe Mendelian eugenics movement in NC provides a useful case study into the lasting impact of over-generalized genetic theory on governments, medical professionals, and activists. Download seminar poster Abstract The hi…

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Questions and Answers on The Christian Life 47:38

3M ago47:38

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During this Question and Answer session on May 23, 2004 at Coast Bible Church, Costa Mesa, California, Zane Hodges answers the following questions with a focus on the Christian life: 6:01 – In what sense is it appropriate to speak and sing of Jesus as King, when Jesus is not yet reigning over the earth (John 18, Act 17, 1 Timothy 1, Revelation 19)?…

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All About Momentum: The Magic of Momentum (1 of 4) 29:27

3M ago29:27

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Hello, everyone! I'm Tim Pecoraro, your host for "BL NK P ges," and I'm thrilled to have you with us as we embark on an enlightening journey over the next four weeks, focusing on the theme of momentum. Following our exploration of defining our one word for the year and delving into belief and core human needs, we're now setting our sights on harnes…

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SPOTLIGHT: Still Leading From the Heart With Mark Crowley 23:21

3M ago23:21

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Mark C. Crowley joins the Gartner Talent Angle to discuss why today’s unparalleled workplace challenges prompted him to release a second edition of his book, “Lead from the Heart: Transformational Leadership for the 21st Century” more than a decade after it was first published. Backed by scientific findings on employee motivation, Crowley outlines …

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We Still Want "Certainty" (Applying A Hypothesis to Core Human Needs) 25:27

3M ago25:27

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Hey there, welcome to the BL NK P ges podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into the timeless pursuit of certainty in our lives. We'll delve into the importance of revisiting and revising our mental maps, while embracing uncertainty and reframing our beliefs. Through the captivating story of Maya, we'll witness the transformative power of align…

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SPOTLIGHT: Humanizing Digital Transformation With Gerald Kane 34:29

3M ago34:29

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As many organizations struggle to keep pace with technological innovations, digital transformation is a top priority. Gerald Kane, professor of information systems at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, joins the Gartner Talent Angle to explore the opportunities these digital disruptions create and to inspire HR leaders to approa…

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#1 – Katie Barnhill – Public Engagement: Missing the Mark? 55:57

3M ago55:57

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Public Engagement: Missing the Mark? Katie Barnhill, PhD, Senior Research Scholar, GES Center, NC State | Profile | Google Scholar Scholars and funders alike have increasingly recognized engagement as an important dimension of innovation, but is engagement accomplishing what we think it is? Download seminar poster Abstract Emergi…

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Uncertainty In Beliefs + How to Reframe Them 21:34

3M ago21:34

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Hey there, in this episode of BL NK P ges, I'm diving into reshaping beliefs and embracing uncertainty. I'll share a compelling fictional story about Alex, a nurse struggling with deep-seated beliefs, and his steps to reframe them. I'll provide some practical tools for resilience and share evidence-based methods to adjust beliefs. Using Maslow's hi…

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SPOTLIGHT: Leading Through Constant Change With Caleb Gardner 27:13

3M ago27:13

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Author Caleb Gardner argues that while change has been constant for some time, organizations are still unprepared to address it. In his latest book, “No Point B: Rules for Leading Change in the New Hyper-Connected, Radically Conscious Economy,” Gardner lays out his vision for how organizations should approach change in the new environment. The foun…

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Beliefs and Behaviors: The Invisible Links 20:55

4M ago20:55

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Duration: [00:00:09] - [00:20:43] Episode Overview: Welcome to another episode of "Bl nk P ges," where I explore the intersection of beliefs and behaviors. In today's episode, I delve into the invisible links between our beliefs and our actions. I'll be sharing practical tools and resources for personal growth. Understanding how our beliefs shape o…

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9 Trends Shaping the Future of Work in 2024 48:00

4M ago48:00

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Entering 2024, executives face a volatile business environment, sustained talent shortages, rapid technological advancements and a workforce with intense change fatigue. As organizations seek to capitalize on new opportunities in the year ahead, CHROs must help navigate unforeseen challenges and difficult tradeoffs. In this episode of the Talent An…

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Best of 2023: The Future of Work 40:41

4M ago40:41

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In 2023, expert guests joined the Gartner Talent Angle to lay out their visions for the future of jobs, the office and HR. Marshall School of Business professor Dr. John Boudreau and Mercer’s Transformation Services global leader Ravin Jesuthasan propose a new work “operating system” based on deconstructed work and deconstructed talent. Author Juli…

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Clean Slate or Blank Page: Unveiling Your One Word Blueprint 20:21

4M ago20:21

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Hi and welcome to the BL NK P ages podcast, I'm so grateful you're here! In this episode of BL NK P ges, I delve into the concept of approaching the new year with a clean slate or a blank page mentality. A clean slate means you start the new year allowing past influences to effect your decisions, while a blank page is all about creation and newness…

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Creating Your Success Roadmap: How to Nurture an Ambitious Future for 2024 17:52

4M ago17:52

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Hey everyone, it's Tim Pecoraro, and welcome back to another episode of The BL NK P ges podcast. Today, I'm excited to dive into creating our "Success Roadmap" for 2024. But before we dive in, I want to thank those who've supported the show by liking, subscribing, and tuning in! If you're listening now, I encourage you to catch us on Spotify, Apple…

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SPOTLIGHT: Unlocking Employee Motivation With Ron Friedman 31:28

4M ago31:28

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While hybrid work, new technologies and evolving skills needs are changing how work gets done, what motivates employees remains constant. Author and psychologist Ron Friedman joins the Gartner Talent Angle to share how the latest findings in behavioral psychology can be applied throughout organizations. Friedman shares insights from his books “Deco…

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Colossians 3:12-15 - The Well Dressed Christian 32:53

4M ago32:53

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In this message given at Christ Bible Fellowship of Del Rio, Texas, pastored by Chip Brunott, Zane Hodges challenges believers to examine their spiritual wardrobe. What are the qualities that make for a well-dressed Christian?By Zane Hodges

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