Best Critical Care Commute Podcasts (2025)

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How We Think, How We Communicate - Where are we Going? 24:07

1h ago24:07

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Recorded live at the Toronto Critical Care Canada Forum, this episode features a conversation with Prof. Derek Angus, Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, senior editor at JAMA, and Vice Chair of Innovation. We discuss the evolution of healthcare systems, the art of decision-making, the role of AI, and how to inspire the next generation of cl…

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219. Spotting Organisational Saboteurs 44:55

1h ago44:55

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Send us a text In the second of our 4-part series exploring how to reduce drama in our work lives, we focus on identifying and handling saboteurs around us. We are joined once again by the inspirational Lindsey Thompson who simplifies the complicated world of organisational ‘scripts’. From the moment someone joins an organisation they can’t help bu…

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218. Reduce Workplace Drama - Less Snakes, More Ladders 33:41

5d ago33:41

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Send us a text As January 29th marks the new Chinese Year of The Snake, this new 4-part series explores how to reduce drama in our work lives. The Snake is celebrated for being the spirit of transformation and charm - with the gift for shedding old habits to make way for new ones. Is it time to step up and away from the drama or games in your work?…

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217. Essence of Successful Leadership: Relationships 29:17

15d ago29:17

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Send us a text In this fourth and final episode in our latest mini-series looking at the essence of success in 4 specific areas, this one is all about leadership. Whether with a 'big L' ie you have leadership in your job title, or 'little l' -the million small acts of leadership that happen every day in both work and personal lives. People ask you …

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Carlift Dubai 0:02

25d ago0:02

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Carlift DubaiPhone: +971553738761 https://carlift-dubai.com/ Carlift DubaiBy Sajjad Ali

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216. Essence of Successful Collaboration: Respect 30:36

27d ago30:36

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Send us a text In this third episode in our latest mini-series looking at the essence of success in 4 specific areas, this one is all about collaboration. A hot topic of our time, we see around us the one aspect that makes the difference: respect. Originating from the Latin word ‘respectus’ meaning ‘to hold in regard’ could the magic spell of ‘resp…

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Code Green or Code Greed? Dr John Kellum 33:03

26d ago33:03

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Health Economics 101: "Code Green - How the big lie in health care affects us all." Prof. John Kellum, is a Professor of Critical Care Nephrology and now provocative author! Join us as he talks to us about his book: "Code Green - How the Big Lie in Healthcare Affects Us All." Conflict Declaration: The hosts and producers of this podcast declare no …

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215. Essence of Successful Teamwork: Care 28:15

1M ago28:15

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Send us a text In this second episode in our latest mini-series looking at the essence of success in 4 specific areas, this one is all about teamwork. Out of the million of words written about what makes a team successful, we think it probably be distilled down to one word: care. Using our CARE acronym, we explore concepts and practical examples ar…

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Hyperbaric Medicine: A Deep Dive with Dr Jeff Kerrie 30:33

1M ago30:33

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Hyperbaric medicine with Dr. Jeff Kerrie, a Hyperbaric specialist from British Columbia, Canada. Dr. Kerrie takes us through the science, history, and practical applications of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) as we explore the approved indications, physiological effects, and logistics of manag…

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214. Essence of Successful Decision-Making: Confidence 33:16

1M ago33:16

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Send us a text Our latest mini-series takes a sparkly look at the essence of success in 4 specific moments that can lead us towards a happier, healthier worklife. This first episode looks at the essential ingredient for successful decision-making which could probably be distilled down to one word: confidence. Whether resolving stay/go dilemmas, sho…

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213. Abundant Mindset: Motivating a Lethargic Team 32:01

2M ago32:01

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Send us a text In the final of our 5-part 'mid-decade culture round-up' series we explore the very real topic of creating an abundant mindset within a team especially through times of ongoing change and transformation. Could it be that many workplaces are requiring above average levels of energy, innovation and collaboration from their people, at t…

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212. Enabling Intergenerational Teamwork Through Compassion 34:20

2M ago34:20

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Send us a text As part of our 'mid-decade culture round-up' focus we take a look at intergenerational working and how to embrace the opportunities that diversity of age and experience can give. There are currently 5 generations who are in the 2024 workplace, meaning that great-grandchildren could be part of a team potentially for the first time in …

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Critical Care in Australasia: A Past Presidential Address and a Devil of a Good Time Expected in Tasmania 30:38

2M ago30:38

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In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker sit down with Dr. Rob Bevan, immediate past president of the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) and Critical Care Director at Auckland City Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand. Dr. Bevan shares his journey through leadership in intensive care, the role of intensive care colleges, and the evolution o…

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211. Reclaiming Self-Confidence After a Toxic Team Experience 38:56

2M ago38:56

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Send us a text In the third in our 5-part season on the hot topics around workplace cultures in reality we explore how to reclaim confidence and positivity after a negative or toxic team experience. We are joined by the inspirational Dave McCabe who shares his experience and advice for bringing the learns but not the baggage when leaving a negative…

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The possibilities of peace in a world with endless war 22:26

2M ago22:26

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Trinity Times student journalists Saron Gebereegziabhier and Brittany McAlister examine the notion of war and if it's possible for humans to have a future without it.By Trinity Times

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210. Overcoming Bad Boss Trauma 41:00

2M ago41:00

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Send us a text In the second in our 5-part season on the hot topics around workplace cultures in reality we explore how to handle the trauma of having a bad boss. Whether a current reality or dealing with a past experience, we are joined by the inspirational Angie Carter who shares her advice for handling or overcoming a bad boss. Angie is a Psycho…

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The challenges of being a commuter college student 17:36

2M ago17:36

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Trinity Times student journalists Saron Gebereegziabhier and Kia Ross examine the life of commuter students, its challenges and how universities accommodate them.By Trinity Times

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209. Workplace Reality: Accepting Uncertainty and Surfing Chaos 28:55

2M ago28:55

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Send us a text Join us in our 5-part season where we take a mid-decade moment to reflect on the hot topics around workplace cultures in reality (the good, the bad and the ugly). Taking a practical 'how to' approach we take a behind the scenes look at the modern realities of working life and what this means to thrive in the second half towards 2030.…

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Democracy on the Ballot: A symposium 35:21

3M ago35:21

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Trinity Times student journalist Saron Gebereegziabhier attends Trinity Washington University's symposium "Democracy on the Ballot," and tells us how this informed people about the 2024 U.S. presidential election.By Trinity Times

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208. Embracing Outgoing Moments for Non-Outgoing People 35:40

3M ago35:40

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Send us a text In this 4-part mini-series we explore how to bring a bit of OOOO to your work life: Optimism, Opportunity, Organisation & Outgoing. Four different topics, we explore the mindset, behaviours and tips that bring these to life in everyday practice. In this fourth episode we explore how to feel confident in scenarios that need us to be o…

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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague 43:35

3M ago43:35

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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague Introduction:In this emotional episode, Peter Brindley, Leon Byker, and Elliot Sprague revisit Elliot’s journey with metastatic cancer, a year after his initial appearance on the podcast, Elliot reflects on the impact of living with a terminal illness, sharing life lessons, and off…

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Self-Care and why it's important 17:47

3M ago17:47

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Trinity Times student journalists Saron Gebereegziabhier and LaPorsha Jackson discuss how self-care makes an impact on one's life.By Trinity Times

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207. Organise to Liberate Your Workload 43:05

3M ago43:05

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Send us a text In this 4-part mini-series we explore how to bring a bit of OOOO to your work life: Optimism, Opportunity, Outgoing & Organisation. Four different topics, we explore the mindset, behaviours and tips that bring these to life in everyday practice. In this third episode we explore what being organised looks like in practice. When we are…

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Mystery and controversy around Critical Race Theory 20:26

3M ago20:26

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Trinity Times student journalists Saron Gebereegziabhier and Nina Payne explore the facts about Critical Race Theory and how it became a political lightening rod.By Trinity Times

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206. Focusing on the Opportunity During Company Cutbacks 34:10

3M ago34:10

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Send us a text In this 4-part mini-series we explore how to bring a bit of OOOO to your work life: Optimism, Opportunity, Outgoing & Organisation. Four different topics, we explore the mindset, behaviours and tips that bring these to life in everyday practice. In this second episode explore how to look after yourself and others when there are cutba…

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State of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election 35:54

3M ago35:54

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Trinity Times student journalist Saron Gebereegziabhier takes her questions about how college-age students are absorbing the state of the 2024 presidential election to a political science class at Trinity Washington University.By Trinity Times

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205. Stretching Your Comfort Zone With Optimism 29:06

3M ago29:06

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Send us a text Welcome to our new mini-series where we its all about bringing a bit of OOOO to your work life: Optimism, Opportunity, Outgoing & Organisation. Four different topics, we explore the mindset, behaviours and tips that bring these to life in everyday practice. In this first episode we are joined by the inspirational Emily Cook who share…

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Preview of Enlightened Exchanges Season One 3:26

4M ago3:26

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The open exchanges of ideas will be the centerpiece of this new podcast, Enlightened Exchanges, which will launch the first episode of its first season Oct. 8, 2024. Powered by the journalism of Trinity Washington University, Enlightened Exchanges is a podcast produced by Trinity Times, the university’s student news organization. There will be a wh…

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Ferguson and Scales on Research and Conferences 24:44

4M ago24:44

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Damon Scales and Dr. Niall Ferguson at the Canadian Critical Care Forum. We dive into a little bit of ARDS and spend a whole lot of time talking about the evolving landscape of conferences and critical care research. Tune in for insights from two leaders in the field!…

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204. Confidence to Speak Up and Call Out Inappropriate Behaviour 36:07

4M ago36:07

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Send us a text In this final episode of our Confidence Enables Success mini-series we focus on having the confidence to speak up, have a voice and address difficult or inappropriate moments. In particular, situations that require someone to call in or call out something that may be said or done that is not inclusive or mindful of difference. Joined…

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203. Just Shoot The Shot: Inspire Your Career Story 41:56

4M ago41:56

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Send us a text In this third episode of our Confidence Enables Success mini-series we focus on having the confidence to take the shot in those moments that inspire a new direction in our careers. We are honoured to be joined by our guest Mo T who shares his passion for inspiring the next generation of engineers to have the ambition and confidence t…

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202. Pursuing A Career Dream 44:29

4M ago44:29

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Send us a text In this second part of our Confidence Enables Success mini-series, we explore the idea of taking a 'second mountain' in a career. As many mid-lifers find themselves re-evaluating their career journey it can be inspiring to remember that it is never too late to listen to our true self and pursue an inner calling. Rather than squeezing…

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Obstetric ICU: A primer for the acute care doctor and nurse. 21:38

4M ago21:38

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Join us as Prof. Stephen Lapinski answers our questions on Obstetric critical care. Stephen Lapinsky is Director of the Intensive Care Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto and Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto. He graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, and trained in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.…

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201. Preparation Empowers Confidence 25:40

4M ago25:40

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Send us a text Welcome to our new mini-series where we explore how Confidence Enables Success. What does confidence mean to you? We define it as a general sense of capability in how we face new challenges and self-belief to keep focused on success during life's up and downs. In this first episode we focus on the impact feeling prepared has on how c…

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200. Summer Happy Hour: Energy shot: Grin and Tonic 17:32

5M ago17:32

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Send us a text Come join us for a 15 min shot to refresh and reset your intention, delicious content mixed with some cool beach bar music vibes. And this week’s cocktail no5 is Grin & Tonic featuring a double shot of sparkling guests. We are honoured to be joined by Burnout Prevention coach Alexis Neighbour and NLP teacher Melanie Yea. In their own…

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Professor Charlotte Summers: ARDS, Research and Life. 21:37

5M ago21:37

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Join us as we discuss ARDS, Research and balancing life as a researcher with Professor Charlotte summers, Director of the Heart and Lung Research Institute (HLRI).

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199. Happy Hour: Communication shot - Expressive Martini 7:40

5M ago7:40

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Send us a text Welcome to our Summer Happy hour - where learning is free and there’s enough for everyone! Come join us for a 10 min shot to refresh and reset your intention, delicious content mixed with some cool beach bar music vibes. And this week’s cocktail no4 is Expressive Martini where we are joined by Cognitive Behavioural Expert Lindsey Tho…

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198. Summer Happy Hour: Performance shot - Aperformance Spritz 7:52

5M ago7:52

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Send us a text Welcome to our Summer Happy hour - where learning is free and there’s enough for everyone! Come join us for a 10 min shot to refresh and reset your intention, delicious content mixed with some cool beach bar music vibes. And this week’s cocktail no3 is Aperformance Spritz features the inspirational confidence coach Karl Green who ser…

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Medical Assistance in Dying: Your Questions Answered... Maybe... Hopefully! 47:02

5M ago47:02

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Join James Downar Head of Palliative and End of Life Care and a Critical Care Doc in Ottawa. He has walked the walk on this topic since before its introduction in Canada. Nobody is better qualified to discuss this thorny topic.

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197. Summer Happy Hour: Compassion shot - People Colada 9:42

5M ago9:42

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Send us a text Welcome to our Summer Happy hour - where learning is free and there’s enough for everyone! Come join us for a 10 min shot to refresh and reset your intention, delicious content mixed with some cool beach bar music vibes. And this week’s cocktail no2 is People Colada which is a blend of practical ideas for bringing or creating more co…

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169. Knowing Your Personal Saboteurs 32:58

5M ago32:58

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Send us a text In this final part of our 4-part focus on Opportunity Mindset, we explore the concept of saboteurs - the things that can hold us back, sabotage our success and impact our confidence and overall sense of wellness and satisfaction in what we do. In all aspects of life, understanding how to ensure the things that motivate you (e.g. help…

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196. Summer Happy Hour: Motivation shot - Mojo Mohito 7:31

6M ago7:31

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Send us a text Welcome to our Summer Happy hour - where learning is free and there’s enough for everyone! Come join us for a 10 min shot to refresh and reset your intention, delicious content mixed with some cool beach bar music vibes. And this week’s cocktail no1 is Mojo Mohito which is bursting with practical ideas for boosting or sustaining moti…

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195. Shift Your Service Culture via Your Stroke Economy 37:48

6M ago37:48

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Send us a text In this final part of our 3-part focus on service, this one is all about dialling up your internal and external service experience by focusing on the concept of the Stroke Index. We are thrilled to be joined again by our close colleague Lindsey Thompson who is an expert in Transactional Analysis and Team Dynamics. She shares powerful…

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Building your Ultrasound Skills: Bigger, Better, Buchanan! 24:00

6M ago24:00

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Join Brian Buchanan, Associate Professor and ultrasound guru, for a dose of iconoclasm and provocation. Recorded at the Critical Care Canada Forum in Toronto, and following a 2024 JICS publication by Brindley et al.

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194. Creating a Culture of Internal Customer Service 34:03

6M ago34:03

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Send us a text In this second episode in our latest 3-part miniseries looking at customer service we look at benefits and steps to creating an internal customer service culture.

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193. Customer Service Excellence - Think NeuroService 28:25

6M ago28:25

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Send us a text In our latest 3-part miniseries we take a look at customer service and the role it is playing in enabling organisations to thrive now and into the future. As more service experiences are becoming automated or augmented with eg AI-enabled chatbots, the human is fast becoming the premium service differentiator. So how can we maximise e…

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192. Mid Year Reflection - Pause to Process 27:15

7M ago27:15

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Send us a text We mark the mid-year point with a reminder of the power of taking a moment to pause, process and reflect on the past 6 months to set up well for the next. A good listen any time of the year, we also explore the benefits of processing for a team on the lessons learned, rather than leaping from one task to the next. We hear a round-up …

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From Lab to Bedside: Former NEJM Editor Jeff Drazen on Making Research Clinically Relevant 31:05

7M ago31:05

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Thank you for your patience! After a short break, we are back with a delightful interview with Dr. Jeff Drazen, the esteemed former Editor-in-Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). In this episode, we explore the critical journey of transforming medical research into practical, patient-and-family centered care. We emphasize the import…

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191. Shift From Tell to Ask - Coaching Unlocks Human Connection 33:26

7M ago33:26

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Send us a text In this final part of our 4-part focus on Maximising Human Touch we take a practical look at how to unlock moments of connection. In a time-poor world, being listened to has even more premium and is the most powerful way to connect with people during uncertainty and transformational change. Making the simple shift from telling someon…

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190. Human-Centric Selling Approach 38:13

7M ago38:13

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Send us a text In this third episode of our 4-part focus focusing on Maximising Personal Touch we look at how to bring a human edge to sales and customer interactions in an increasingly automated world. We discuss the value of positive mindset, behaviours, and using the skills to build relationships and provide exceptional service. We share top tip…

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