Best Crina Hoyer Podcasts (2024)

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Why Teams Fall Apart: Entrenchment and Fault Lines 47:44

9d ago47:44

47:44

We are surrounded by entrenchment - in our communities, at work, in our families and certainly politically. Entrenchment happens when an attitude, habit, or belief becomes so firmly established that it morphs from “what I believe” into “who I am,” and it makes change difficult and unlikely. Enter fault lines: the cracks that split groups into subgr…

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She Remembers: Women, Work and the Science of Memory 46:30

23d ago46:30

46:30

On this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our gal pals focus on memory, how memory affects the workplace and how we can address or minimize memory issues. Crina had several experiences where people she was in meetings with or spoke to had wildly different recollections of what was said. Let’s shout out to the ladies’ memories - which are be…

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Tune In: The Transformative Power of Active Listening 40:21

1M ago40:21

40:21

Who knew that our ears could boost your business game? Active listening skills can amp up collaboration and productivity by a whopping 25%. Learning the art of listening also increases employee satisfaction by 30%. And a staggering 80% of workplace drama stems from poor communication. Clearly, listening isn't just kind — it's powerful. We spend abo…

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Grit, Persistence and Discomfort: Tapping Into Your Hidden Potential 42:22

2M ago42:22

42:22

From embracing discomfort to seeking advice, Crina and Kirsten dive into Dr. Adam Grant’s new book on the science of achievement. Discover how grit and persistence can lead to mastery, no matter where you are in your journey. SHOW NOTES In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work our hosts discuss Adam Grant’s new book on the science of achiev…

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The Power of Indifference: How Not Giving a #%X Can Improve Your Work Life 40:16

2M ago40:16

40:16

In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our “hosts with the most” discuss not giving a #%$X! Yes, friends, there are times when we should care less about work. Our precious mental, emotional and even spiritual energy are really better used on something else. There is so much we can care about at work - what other people think, what other …

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Good News--Positive News for Women at Work 28:37

3M ago28:37

28:37

Let’s have some good news about women at work. And what better place to look than in the news from all over the world. In a great story out of Australia, we can all have a good chuckle about an art installation that excluded men and the legal challenge that ensued from a man who felt he was not getting his money’s worth because he could not access …

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The Authentic Leader: Embracing Your Executive Presence as a Woman 41:27

3M ago41:27

41:27

On this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work our hosts explore executive presence for women at work. Sylvia Ann Hewlett, an economist and the CEO of Hewlett Consulting Partners, said that executive presence is the difference between merit and success. We can sometimes cringe when we hear and talk about executive presence because it can feel lik…

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Micro Stress; It Might Be More Major Than You Think 47:05

4M ago47:05

47:05

Microstress differs from traditional stress in its subtlety and frequency. These small, often unnoticed stressors can accumulate and greatly impact our well-being, both mentally and physically. Join us as we uncover the hidden impacts of microstress and explore strategies to combat its effects for a healthier, more balanced life. SHOW NOTES While t…

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Feeling Embarrassed? Make It Work For You! 43:36

4M ago43:36

43:36

Embarrassing yourself is the key to success - well, not exactly, but there are benefits to embarrassment. In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts delve into this unusual emotion - embarrassment - hot head, panic, stomach upset, racing heart, sweating - and all of the things. SHOW NOTES Science tells us embarrassment is a unique …

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Silence Isn't Always Golden: Why Women Don't Speak Up at Work 45:05

4M ago45:05

45:05

There are good reasons why women don’t speak up at work, but that silence is not serving us. When we communicate publicly, assertively and honestly for the rights and needs of ourselves and others, we’re shifting the power dynamics that have held us all back. SHOW NOTES First, we know that women are more likely to speak up for others than they are …

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Do Your Work With Love: It Might Just Love You Back 30:24

5M ago30:24

30:24

Love and work embrace as hosts Crina and Kirsten explore how to infuse our work with love. From expressing love through our tasks to cultivating a service mindset and practicing generosity, this episode serves up a recipe for success that's as fulfilling as it is rewarding. Let's bring more love into how we do our work! SHOW NOTES Crina and Kirsten…

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Social Capital: Creating a Culture of Connection at Work 41:15

5M ago41:15

41:15

In the world of work, where productivity and success are often measured in tangible outcomes, the concept of social capital emerges as a crucial element. It goes beyond the conventional understanding of networking and friendships, delving into the interconnected networks, shared norms, and trust that form the glue holding people and organizations t…

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Discovering the Power of Happierness: Unlocking Three Elements of a Fulfilling Life 46:01

6M ago46:01

46:01

On this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts delve into the topic of “happierness” and explore the secrets to building a fulfilling life in 2024. How is that for ease, meaning and joy in 2024!! Drawing insights from renowned social scientist Arthur Brooks and the incomparable Oprah Winfrey, let’s navigate through the complexities of …

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New Year, New Beginnings: Reflections and Plans for 2024 25:21

6M ago25:21

25:21

In this special New Year's episode, we reflect on the past year and discuss our plans for 2024 as we continue to pursue EASE, MEANING and JOY! SHOW NOTES Did you know that January 1st has been celebrated as New Year's Day since 45 B.C.? The month of January is named after Janus, the ancient Roman god symbolizing transitions and new beginnings. Crin…

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Unmasking the Workplace: The Hidden Truths We Keep 34:57

7M ago34:57

34:57

Unmasking the truth: In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, they dive deep into the importance of authenticity in the workplace. However, a shocking study reveals that more than 3 in 5 workers are hiding something about their identity from their employer, with fear of backlash and career advancement concerns being the main reasons. So, t…

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shEOs in the Boardroom: Cracking the Leadership Code and Unveiling the Secrets to Success 44:36

7M ago44:36

44:36

We are diving headlong into the topic of leadership. Grab your metaphorical popcorn; start your commute or head out the door on a walk- this one is thought provoking! Our co-host, Crina, is on a mission because, in her words, so many people are impacted by the "people in charge." Today's episode is an exploration of leadership, exploring why it's s…

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The AI Advantage: Unlocking Opportunities for Women in the Workforce 36:26

8M ago36:26

36:26

In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, get ready to dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence! We're here to get you psyched about the endless possibilities AI brings. But hold on, before we can fully embrace AI, there are a few things standing in our way. Maybe it's our lack of awareness or understanding that's holding us back…

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Romance, Love and Your Work Spouse 22:41

8M ago22:41

22:41

In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts dish on workplace spouses - but hold tight because, as usual, they have some opinions on workplace romance they need to get out there first! The origin of the term “work wife” is from 19th century UK and was first used to describe a very close and aligned working relationship between a gov…

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BONUS EPISODE: Every Vote Counts 29:26

9M ago29:26

29:26

Why vote - in part to elect more women. The research shows that the kind of legislation and policies women sponsor, advocate for and support make a meaningful difference to the experience of women at work and in the community in general. The state of the world and participation in the executive and legislative parts of government remains unequal. T…

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Bitch or Best Friend? Female Rivalry at Work. 27:07

9M ago27:07

27:07

Get ready for us to take off the gloves and go at it with female rivalry in the workplace. SHOW NOTES Female rivalry is something that has been identified as keeping and holding women back from success in the workplace - and from equity, which is another one of those messages to us that our lack of equality in the workplace is our own fault - becau…

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Meaningful Work: It Can Turn The Mundane Into The Magical 36:19

9M ago36:19

36:19

In this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work our hosts reconsider a fundamental part of this podcast and our experiences at work – meaning. Meaning is the why of what we do, the significance of our work, the point, what makes what we do worthwhile – big stuff. Research shows that meaningfulness is more important to us than any other aspect of o…

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Play! Yes, You Can (and Should) Be Amused at Work! 46:35

10M ago46:35

46:35

You need play, you are never too old for play, play is fun - and play at work makes work so much better. Bring on the joy! What is play? It is an in the moment activity with the goal of amusement or fun. Our mammalian brains love play. The bigger the brain in an animal, the more play the animal seems to engage in. This is because play is how we lea…

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The Four Hurdles Women Face at Work 43:01

10M ago43:01

43:01

On this episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts reset the state of women at work after a restful and relaxing hiatus. Joan Williams and her daughter Rachel Dempsey, wrote What Works for Women at Work. Joan has decades of experience as a law professor and she runs a project focused primarily on women at work called Work Life Law at Hasti…

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Managing Work, Life and Saying ”No” 28:45

11M ago28:45

28:45

A key to time management is learning how to say, “no.” Join us in this final rerun of the summer and revisit time management, how your values dictate your priorities, and when to say, “no”.By Crina Hoyer and Kirsten Barron

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Rest Is So Much More Than Sleep 40:56

11M ago40:56

40:56

We know you will enjoy the chance to revisit this important topic as part of our summer focus on rest, relaxation and vacations! As a reminder...Our minds and bodies need rest from things like mental stimulation, social encounters, creative endeavors and emotional outputs. Taking time to truly rest your mind, body and soul is the ultimate self care…

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Self-Care (still) Requires That You Crush the Patriarchy 33:45

12M ago33:45

33:45

This episode is #3 in our summer of rest, relaxation and (appropriately) encore episodes! We know you'll love this rerun and find inspiration in our exploration of this very important topic! SHOW NOTES Caring for yourself is not self-indulgent, it's essential to your well-being. Regardless of what you're told by the patriarchy, self-care is a way o…

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Burnout–it’s still a thing 48:14

1y ago48:14

48:14

Burnout is still an issue for so many of our listeners. In fact burnout is so pervasive that over seventy-five percent of the workforce is currently, or has previously experienced it. As a refresher, it feels like depletion, exhaustion, disconnection, negative emotions and reduced capacity...sound familiar? You’re not alone! SHOW NOTES Burnout is a…

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You (still) Need More Vacations 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Crina and Kirsten are on summer break and recommend revisiting one of their favorite episodes: “You Need More Vacations.” Follow their lead, take another listen and plan some refreshing, rejuvenating, reviving, restoring and revitalizing time away from work. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES Before our hosts take off on the vacation topic, they consider the advant…

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Words Matter–The English Language Holds Women Back 48:33

1y ago48:33

48:33

The words we use shape the impressions, attitudes and opinions we hold about women. According to new research, language also impacts the jobs we apply for, the amount of money we earn and the way we’re evaluated at work. In other words–language holds women back. DISCLAIMER: This episode addresses language and gender - language also impacts race and…

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Mind Your Manners...Or Not 42:08

1y ago42:08

42:08

Do you abide by the social code at work or do you balk at such conventions? Do you see manners as a construct developed by the patriarchy or a set of rules that we should happily abide by? Are you offended by the need to be a “good girl,” or do you see the value of manners in maintaining social order? Join the conversation as we explore this very i…

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When Your Coworker is Sad 43:24

1y ago43:24

43:24

Coworkers who are grieving, sad and experiencing trauma might appear scattered, distand, disorganized, short tempered, anxious, intense and teary. So how do we create more ease, meaning and joy at work by showing up and supporting them, and ourselves? SHOW NOTES The first step is the scariest because there are so many unknowns, but it is the check …

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Managing Change That You Don’t Control 37:37

1y ago37:37

37:37

Sometimes we find ourselves on the receiving end of change, but how to manage the change we do not control? And how do we deal with the emotions that come with all of this change? SHOW NOTES It is helpful to know ourselves - always, but particularly with change. In 1962, E.M. Rogers created the Diffusion of Innovation Theory - how change happens. I…

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Interviews–Ready, Set, Get that JOB! 49:10

1y ago49:10

49:10

Interviews are your first change to make a lasting impression. What you say, what you wear, and how (or whether) you answer the questions can make or break your chances at landing that dream job. You don’t want to miss this master class! SHOW NOTES Looking for a job can be discouraging, but remember, 52% of applicants get 1 or 2 interviews after su…

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Your Beliefs Shape the Way You Experience the World 53:19

1+ y ago53:19

53:19

What you decide is “true” in the world, shapes how you experience every single situation you encounter. It also impacts your happiness, health and your job. New research helps explain why this is true; why we interpret situations in such vastly different ways; AND how to change your outlook. SHOW NOTES Crina and Kirsten find it endlessly entertaini…

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Workplace Mental Health Takes Center Stage: A New Priority for the Surgeon General 52:13

1+ y ago52:13

52:13

The US Surgeon General has called-out workplace mental health and wellness as a public health priority! Woot Woot! And a huge shout out to their new Framework for workplace mental health and well-being! Here is the link: Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being — Current Priorities of the U.S. Surgeon General SHOW NOTES And don’t forget to read Surgeon…

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Putting Your Imagination to Work--Creativity Improves Your Mood, and Your Job! 35:09

1+ y ago35:09

35:09

Creative activities such as painting, writing, drawing wood-working, playing music, cooking and landscaping will make you healthier, reduce stress, help you problem solve and boost your happiness. Creativity also appears to make you more generous toward others and easier to be around! SHOW NOTES Creativity is an activity that occurs by connecting t…

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The Entitled (white, male) Co-Worker...How to Spot em and How to Deal 40:25

1+ y ago40:25

40:25

Entitlement is an excessive self-regard and a belief in the automatic right to certain, usually privileged, treatment…hmmm…who does that remind you of? SHOW NOTES White male entitlement exists because society has a dislike, contempt or ingrained prejudice against women - also known as misogyny. It is difficult not to reach this conclusion when we l…

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Own Your Mornings–They Matter More Than You Think! 39:58

1+ y ago39:58

39:58

Today on Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our duo digs into mornings! Don’t mornings mean hitting the snooze and leaping out of bed at the last minute?! Of course, and that is what 69% of us do. However, how we start the day influences our well being and productivity for the rest of the day. SHOW NOTES Nancy Rothbard of Harvard and Steffanie Wilk of …

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Overwhelm–Settle Down, Sister! 36:55

1+ y ago36:55

36:55

Overwhelmed means that you are experiencing intense emotions you don’t have the capacity to fully manage or process. Most people are overwhelmed by negative emotions, like anxiety, fear, anger or shame. These feelings leave little room to figure out what is the next best step. When we are overwhelmed, performing every-day tasks is difficult - and i…

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Friendship at Work--Your Direct Line to Ease, Meaning and Joy! 44:05

1+ y ago44:05

44:05

Friendships at work make you feel better about your job, more creative, able to solve problems more quickly and so much happier. Having friends of any kind–from casual acquaintances to besties–will lead to more ease, meaning and joy in your job and in your life, not to mention help you feel less lonely in this crazy world! SHOW NOTES Revisiting the…

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Rest Requires a Revolution 36:06

1+ y ago36:06

36:06

Our Western culture has created a focus on work and accomplishment - to the detriment of our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. Instead, we offer that each and every one of us need…deserve…or rather, should demand more rest and relaxation. In the words of the Nap Bishop herself, “rest requires a revolution.” SHOW NOTES Dr. Trisha…

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Goals: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

38:31

As the end of the year approaches, many of us turn our attention to defining our next big achievement; new areas of focus; things we want to check off our list next year. But what if goal-setting isn’t everything it’s cracked up to be? SHOW NOTES A Harvard Business School Study found goal setting can create a narrow focus that neglects other areas;…

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State of Women in the Workplace 2022 (thanks LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Company!) 47:30

1+ y ago47:30

47:30

In this 100th episode of Crina and Kirsten Get to Work, our hosts check in on the annual Women in the Workplace study and report from LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Company. Women in the Workplace | McKinsey This year the study includes information from 333 participating organizations employing more than 12 million people, and surveyed more than 40,000 …

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Why You Procrastinate, and How To Overcome It 43:25

1+ y ago43:25

43:25

Procrastination is not just the act of delaying an action, it’s unnecessarily postponing things in a way that doesn’t make sense, and may even cause you harm. Sound familiar? Of course it does! Turns out that 95% of us admit to procrastinating (and the other 5% are probably lying). SHOW NOTES Procrastination has negative effects to all aspects of o…

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Belonging at Work: Honoring Our Own Experience and Engineering Each Other’s 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

40:49

When we talk about belonging at work, it means we feel seen for our unique contributions, connected to our coworkers, supported in our daily work and career development and proud of our organization’s values and purpose. When we feel a sense of belonging at work, we are more likely to stay, to be engaged, to be loyal, to be proud, to be better at o…

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Social Media Is Soul Sucking (oops...did we say that out loud?) 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

Facebook, Twitter, Insta, Snapchat...we are drawn social media it like moths to a flame - yet we always get zapped. The research tells us we are using social media at work - and often for our own purposes, such as taking a break to check in with friends on Instagram or to manage our own on-line presence. Getting distracted by social media at work i…

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Working With Men (Spoiler Alert: You Don’t Need To Drink Beer or Play Golf) 36:22

2y ago36:22

36:22

When considering the dynamics between cis-gendered men and women in the workplace, the “advice” available in the media on this topic is terrible. Women are told to drink beer, avoid conflict, be kind, learn to golf, keep your personal life private and of course, soften yourself in voice and appearance so you are more attractive to men. Where do we …

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Toxic Workplaces: How to See the Signs (& How To Deal With Them) 39:14

2y ago39:14

39:14

Workplace culture is created by the people on your team, your leaders, and the written and unwritten rules that guide behavior. When these “norms” result in feeling psychologically unsafe or they get in the way of your being effective, it is toxic. Adam Grant says there are two fundamental tensions in organizational culture - the tension between re…

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Workplace Gossip--How To Do It Well 36:17

2y ago36:17

36:17

Workplace gossip happens everywhere, so it’s about time we learned how to do it well! Let’s face it–gossip helps us build relationships, understand norms, address bad behavior, and have fun! Unfortunately, gossip has gotten a bad rap…until now. SHOW NOTES Researchers define gossip as “talking about someone who is not present” and, according to rese…

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Imposter Syndrome: When You Feel Like You’re Faking It. 44:08

2y ago44:08

44:08

Your success and achievement is the result of your efforts, talents and skills–not luck! So why do many of us still feel like we don’t belong, or even worse, don’t deserve the kudos, rewards, titles and positions that we possess? The answer: Imposter Syndrome. Imposter syndrome was “discovered” in the 1970s by two psychologists, Pauline Rose Clance…

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