Best Douglas Caldwell Podcasts (2024)

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Isn’t it time to get out of the weeds? 10:56

8h ago10:56

10:56

• In 10 minutes, Tom Griffiths offers a lifetime of advice • “I help small business owners have a growing and more profitable business” Where did all the money go? Any business owner wondering that might also wonder if they had ever made any money. Business management consultant Tom Griffiths says he’s heard those questions too many times, often fr…

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Giving back as you grow 14:26

15d ago14:26

14:26

As you assemble your team, your money and your resolve to start a new business, keep in mind the need to give back. Our guest in this episode of Bizgnus Interviews, Jeff Maine founder of Bluffton, South Carolina-based Pay Proudly, says he had a twofold mission: to provide business owners with payment clarity and to support communities through chari…

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Getting the legal road map to starting your business 14:48

22d ago14:48

14:48

• Matthew Fornaro offers advice to those striking ot on their own Thinking of starting your own small business? Better get out the legal maps, that is, the legal advice you’ll need to avoid problems down the road. Matthew Fornaro is a business attorney whose Florida practice is aimed at helping smaller businesses. In this episode of Bizgnus Intervi…

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Making personal finances personal 19:12

29d ago19:12

19:12

• Julia Carlson says to grow real wealth, you have to transform your relationship with money • True financial success goes beyond numbers The cat is doubtful, but your dog probably loves you. Another thing that loves you is money. So says financial advisor and author Julia M. Carlson, who has just published "Money Loves You," (Joan of Arc Publishin…

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Great is good but superior is better 13:44

1M ago13:44

13:44

• Winning tennis coach offers tips to ramp up your leadership • “So going from great to superior is that little extra” “Hit down on the ball!” Countless tennis coaches have made that entreaty to students in countless tennis lessons. Coaches know it takes more than properly whacking a ball to win a match. And Rusty Komori knows that and a lot more, …

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Worried about cyber attacks? Perhaps some good news 16:01

1M ago16:01

16:01

• Cyber security expert offers ideas for businesses • “Understand that the risk is out there” TRT is 16:00) Terrence Ziemniak calls himself a fractional executive, helping a number of small and larger businesses to fend off cyber criminals and the troubles they bring. His background includes stints leading teams of all sizes involved with informati…

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Ripped from the fairy tale: The inside story of your insurance policies 19:11

2M ago19:11

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• Expert takes readers from nightmare to sweet dreams • Why you read between the lines (TRT: 19:12) What can we learn about insurance from Goldilocks, Rapunzel, Humpty Dumpty, Old Mother Hubbard, and others? Chantal Roberts knows. Ms. Roberts, who calls herself an insurance nerd, has written a book putting lessons about insurance into major rewrite…

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Writing your first book is easy 24:28

2M ago24:28

24:28

• Then comes the hard part • “If you publish the book yourself, you do the marketing” Put words onto a computer’s screen, enough to make a paragraph, then a chapter and perhaps, eventually a book. Then what? Michael Bergen of Montreal has done that four times, creating a series of historical novels called “The Rutherford Chronicles.” In this episod…

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The seldom mentioned reason for startup failures 20:38

2M ago20:38

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• Management of capital means more than money • “Human capital should be a primary…focus for startups” (Total Recorded Time is 20:38) Many new businesses -- even those with mountains of money from venture capitalists or angel investors – fail and fail quickly. While there’s a long list of typical reasons for failure, Nikki Blacksmith says there’s a…

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How your business can thrive – ethically 18:04

3M ago18:04

18:04

• How much of a disconnect is there between business and ethics? • “Ethical leadership matters!” If you were to ask 11 people if they thought they were ethical in their business, 12 of them would say “yes.” But we see on the news every day that’s not true. Where’s the disconnect and, if there’s a general answer, why? Richard Swegan may have an answ…

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Artificial intelligence plus biology. Opportunity, or...? 21:02

3M ago21:02

21:02

• Geonomics entrepreneur outlines the opportunities • What you can learn from a mongoose (TRT is 21:10) If you could just find the key to your Wayback machine, would you zip into the past to be at the start of the microchip industry? Or at Steve Job’s side as he crafted the first Mac? Or something else? No need to wish to return to yesteryear for a…

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The AI train is leaving the station: Are you on board? 21:38

3M ago21:38

21:38

• Why some industries seem asleep at the switch • Using AI to stop problems from developing (Total Recorded Time is 22:00) The AI doctor is in. We don’t mean a robot but management consultant Tommy Ogden who has some advice about using artificial intelligence in business. Mr. Ogden is co-founder of the Houston-based boutique IT advisory firm Active…

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Tapping your emotions to make better decisions 16:15

3M ago16:15

16:15

• A leadership strategy that centers around interoception • “Emotions feel hard for so many” (Total Recorded Time is 16:17) Who might make a better leader – one who is emotional or one who suppresses emotions? It’s likely that Kim Korte, a Napa, California-based consultant and author, would say the former. She has developed a leadership strategy th…

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How to stop working in your business 16:37

3M ago16:37

16:37

• Jeremy Shapiro says peers can offer the right mix of advice • Making the transition from “solopreneur” to “business owner” SAN JOSE, California -- Jeremy Shapiro says he has spent more than a quarter of a century helping small business owners make the transition from “solopreneur” to “business owner.” It’s the common problem of working “in” their…

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There’s no toying around for this marketing expert 22:49

4M ago22:49

22:49

• He says mediocre marketing contributes to the high failure rate of startups • “They fall into the trap of this sea of sameness” (Total Recorded Time is 22:48) SANFORD, Florida -- Daniel Den is an entrepreneur who says he has taught successful marketing to thousands of small business owners over the past two decades. “What we've found is there is …

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Is your brain getting in the way of your success? 22:25

4M ago22:25

22:25

• What happened when Liam Naden went to work on his brain • “I was forced to try a different approach” (Total Recorded Time is 22:24) AUCKLAND, New Zealand -- Liam Naden was a wild success. And then he wasn’t. He says he went from being a millionaire by his mid-40s to losing everything and becoming homeless. That’s when he decided to slice his brai…

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Tips from the Google guru 12:13

4M ago12:13

12:13

• Marilyn Jenkins offers advice you can use today • “Your customers are digital” (Total Recorded Time is 12:12) HOUSTON, Texas -- Google. It’s been in business for just a quarter of a century but it has in that time wriggled its way into almost every aspect of daily life, especially business. Is it now too complex for a small business to tap into? …

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Failure can be a success, says expert 14:40

4M ago14:40

14:40

• Leadership coach says it just means you’re human • Where did you put your electric pen? (Total Recorded Time is 14:50) You’ve heard of the electric pen, of course. No? It was invented by that guy Thomas Edison. And it was one of his many failures. The great inventor, who had more than 1,000 patents in his name, also had failures. Failure is being…

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He helps find that perfect fit 22:01

4M ago22:01

22:01

• Executive recruiter offers tips for both job seeker and those looking to hire • From Down Under to the United States (Total recorded time is 22:00) BRISBANE, Australia — Richard Triggs has written books for both ends of your bookshelf. His "Uncover the Hidden Job Market - How to find and win your next senior executive role" was a best seller and …

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Finding success as a seller on Amazon 22:40

5M ago22:40

22:40

• Chris Moe coaches companies toward that goal • What’s Ozempic got to do with it? (Total Recorded Time is 22:45) AUSTIN, Texas -- So you’ve been making your own maple syrup for years and now you think you could sell it on Amazon. You and ten-thousand other people with an affinity for boiling tree sap. Enter Chris Moe, chief executive officer of Au…

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Boosting your company’s social media reach could be easier than you think 11:47

5M ago11:47

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• Memphis firm says progress can be seen quickly • “I have fallen in love with the process itself” (Total Recorded Time is 11:46) She may look young, but Kaylee Johnson says she has been digging into the details of social media since er parents let her get her first social media platform at the age of 13. Now she is chief executive officer of Memph…

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How’s your cultural IQ? 18:36

5M ago18:36

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• Colette Phillips says cultural IQ bridges culture gaps • Discovering what’s often invisible to white leaders (Total Recorded Time is 18:35) Businesses and nonprofits are faced daily with how to best meet goals of diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI expert Colette Phillips says cultural IQ bridges culture gaps among the Black, brown, and white ex…

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Becoming a better leader — through kung fu 24:02

6M ago24:02

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• The your list of kung fu icons, add Craig Cooke • “Showing up every single day and grinding it out” (Total Recorded Time is 24:00) (LAGUNA HILLS, Calif.) — Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and many others made careers in television and movies thanks to their skills in kung fu. Craig Cooke is taking the martial art in a different direction: into business le…

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He’s trying to save capitalism from itself 14:36

6M ago14:36

14:36

• Businessman Chris Lautenslager says companies should prioritize purpose as much as profits • “Allowing all Americans to be justly rewarded for their contributions to their work” (Total Recorded Time is 14:35) In this audio-only episode of Bizgnus Interviews, we talk with Chicago businessman Chris Lautenslager. He stresses that he’s a through and …

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It’s what you contribute that measures your success 11:59

6M ago11:59

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• Sam Adeyemi has a different approach • “The moment I went on radio – from the first broadcast – it was ‘boom’” (Total Recorded Time is 11:59) As a leadership coach, Sam Adeyemi has a different approach. “The measure of a leader’s success is in contribution, not acquisition,” Mr. Adeyemi says. He explains it in this episode of Bizgnus Interviews B…

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Have a cup of tolerance 12:02

7M ago12:02

12:02

Psychologist and professor Tom Norris says an answer to the divisiveness that is rupturing society can be as simple – and as difficult – as a “cup of tolerance.” That’s also the title of his recent book. He joins us for a cup of tolerance in this edition of Bizgnus Interviews. (Poor internet connections required extensive editing of the content.) M…

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S2 Ep. 8: “In Terms of Winning and Losing” with Gareth Neame 59:12

7M ago59:12

59:12

Experience the climactic season finale of The Gilded Age as society takes sides in the gripping Opera War, while an astonishing announcement sends shockwaves through 61st Street. Engage with our insightful hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, as they unravel the intricacies of the thrilling second season finale. Joining the discussion is executive …

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Is a franchise your key to financial success? 23:38

7M ago23:38

23:38

• The “franchise maven” has some advice • “You want them to take you through the process” (Total Recorded Time is 23:33) (LICKING, MISSOURI) -- Thinking about getting into business through a franchise? There are literally thousands to choose from, ranging from giants like a McDonalds tothose folks who scoop up dog doo-doo. Yes, that’s a franchise. …

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How to boost your sales using love languages 26:23

7M ago26:23

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• A childhood of anger and blame blossoms into love and harmony • “Highly effective leaders that lead with love will retain their personnel” (Total Recorded Time is 26:24) (St. GEORGE, UTAH) -- Paul Zolman says he has a new way to use what he calls “the love languages” to improve customer service and create a more effective sales team. Love? Sales?…

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S2 Ep. 7: “Wonders Never Cease” with Luke Harlan and Sean Flanigan 1:02:54

7M ago1:02:54

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Tragedy besets the House of van Rhijn family while the opening of the Metropolitan Opera is at risk. Join our hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, as they unpack the penultimate episode of Season 2. They also talk to co-producer Luke Harlan and department head of hair Sean Flanigan about history, hair, and more on The Gilded Age. Learn more about y…

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S2 Ep. 6: “Warning Shots” with EP David Crockett, Bernard Telsey, and Adam Caldwell 1:00:43

8M ago1:00:43

1:00:43

Embark on a riveting journey as George sets foot in Pittsburgh, while Jack grapples with the challenges surrounding his patent. Accompanied by our insightful hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, delve into the untold aspects of the Gilded Age. Joining the conversation are Executive Producer David Crockett and esteemed casting directors Bernard Tels…

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S2 Ep. 5: “Close Enough to Touch” with Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar and Harry Gregson-Williams 55:17

8M ago55:17

55:17

Witness a captivating revelation as Larry uncovers a closely guarded secret, coinciding with Ada's momentous walk down the aisle. Accompany our insightful hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, as they embark on a fascinating exploration of the historical inspiration behind The Gilded Age. Engaging in thought-provoking discussions, they are joined by…

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How to stop your business from running you 25:12

8M ago25:12

25:12

• Tips on getting from operator to owner • “Basically, I was an employee who owned 100 percent of the business” (Total Recorded Time is 25:10) (SCOTTSDALE, Arizona) -- It’s great to start a business but many entrepreneurs then find that they are stuck in that business, running it with little or no time to plan its future or even to take a real vaca…

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S2 Ep. 4: “His Grace the Duke” with Lauri Pitkus and Douglas Purver 57:18

8M ago57:18

57:18

Amidst Peggy and Fortune's visit to Alabama, Marian grapples with uncertainty. Embark on a thrilling journey with our hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, as they meticulously analyze the unfolding drama on 61st Street. Additionally, they engage in a fascinating conversation with location manager Lauri Pitkus and VFX supervisor Douglas Purver, delv…

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A foot in two cultures 24:55

8M ago24:55

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• Author suggests ways the divide between the U.S. and Iran can be bridged • “One of my great-grandfathers had 25 wives and concubines” (Total Recorded Time is 24:54) Can technology bridge the divides between the United States and Iran? In this episode of Bizgnus Interviews, we hear from Afarin Bellisario, an American who grew up in Iran and got he…

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S2 Ep. 3: “Head to Head” with Michael Engler and Kasia Walicka-Maimone 1:00:26

8M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Bertha forces the hand of New York society when a shocking secret rocks her world. Join our hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, as they react to the episode and chat with director Michael Engler and costume designer Kasia Walicka-Maimone about this season of The Gilded Age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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S2 Ep. 2: “Some Sort of Trick” with Deborah Kampmeier and Bob Shaw 58:14

8M ago58:14

58:14

Romance is in the air as Peggy returns to 61st Street, and Bertha gets the shock of her life. Hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers break down the episode and talk to director Deborah Kampmeier and production designer Bob Shaw about their work on The Gilded Age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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How much money are you wasting on coaching? 22:44

9M ago22:44

22:44

• This executive coach says it’s time to change • “Shockingly, we took some approaches to leader development … right out of OSHA training” (Total Record Time is 22:42) (LAGUNA HILLS, Calif.) -- Stop wasting your money on traditional executive coaching. That radical thought is expressed by a veteran executive coach, Lori Mazan, who has coached some …

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What’s keeping you from really succeeding? 15:59

9M ago15:59

15:59

• Ben Owen says it could be your inner saboteur • “In doing the work that was required to see it in myself, I started seeing it in my clients” (Total Recorded Time is 15:59) (Dubai, UAE) -- Benjamin Owen says many people are letting an inner enemy hold them back from full success in life and business. A professional high-performance coach with over…

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There’s a stench in the air…and he knows who’s making it 25:21

9M ago25:21

25:21

• Professor finds the source • “The problem with the court is that it has become too political” (Total Recorded Time is 26:19) (Chandler, Arizona) -- Americans’ approval of the U.S. Supreme Court and their trust in it are near their lowest points ever, according to a September survey by the polling firm Gallup. It says the public is divided over wh…

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S2 Ep. 1: “You Don’t Even Like Opera” with Lord Julian Fellowes 56:31

9M ago56:31

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Easter Sunday, 1886, and a new war is brewing in Gilded Age society. Are you ready to pick a side? Join out hosts, Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers, dissect Episode 201, “You Don’t Even Like Opera,” with our extraordinary guest, Lord Julian Fellowes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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"Fractions" can boost your bottom line 17:31

9M ago17:31

17:31

• Brian Childrerss taps AI for full solutions to each fraction • “I see it as a multiplier for the work we are doing” (Total Recorded Time is 17:30) Brian Childress loves fractions, perhaps because he is one. Mr. Childress is a “fractional” chief technology officer. He joins us for this episode of Bizgnus Interviews to tell us what that really mean…

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Coming Soon: The Gilded Age Podcast Season 2 1:45

9M ago1:45

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Join hosts Alicia Malone and Tom Meyers after every episode as they peel back the gilding between fact and fiction and talk exclusively to the people who bring The Gilded Age to life only on The Official Gilded Age Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO

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She cleared her own “brain fog” and now helps others do the same 22:55

9M ago22:55

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• Adrienne Simmons explains how to find new energy as you age • “I started to become more aware of people all around me suffering from … chronic fatigue and or brain fog” (Total Recorded Time is 22:54) It happens to a lot of people. After about age 50, one’s energy level seems to drop, pounds are easier to add and the work-work-work and play-play-p…

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Effective leaders do more than delegate 21:02

9M ago21:02

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• The key is to also empower • “The 9th stratum is the operating level of high performers” (Total Recorded Time is 20:01) It’s customary for managers to delegate tasks to their staffs. But that often backfires, with managers having to get into the nitty-gritty to save the task and wondering why they bothered to delegate in the first place. Sales ma…

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To motivate your staff, lead with the heart 26:08

9M ago26:08

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• Expert calls for creation of soulful work cultures • “There is a dramatic difference between people who are love-driven and people who are duty-driven” (Total Recorded Time is 26:05) The percentage of employees who are engaged with their work recently hit an all-time high: 23 percent. The others – nearly eight out of ten – do the bare minimum to …

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A short list that could make big changes for your organization 20:00

10M ago20:00

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• Your managers are spending on-the-job time looking for a new job • “More people need to give a damn at work” (Total Recorded Time is 19:58) In a recent report, Gallup says managers are more likely than non-managers to be: • Disengaged at work • Burned out • Looking for a new job • Feeling like their organization does not care about their wellbein…

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You may be wasting your training dollars 23:00

10M ago23:00

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• In buying coaching for your team, don’t overlook the mid-levels • “I'm trying to shift focus to the benefits of coaching” (Total Recorded Time is 22:59) A retired U.S. Navy commander and former university professor, Walt Morgan knows about management training. But too often, he says, companies buy professional coaching for so-called senior leader…

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Entrepreneur finds joy in life after finding success 19:46

10M ago19:46

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• Something was missing in Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell’s life • “People want more out of life than to just be happy” (Total Recorded Time is 19:46) Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell had accomplished a lot: She was an attorney, an author, an entrepreneur. Most people would be happy with that success. But she says she realized that the accolades and achievemen…

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The overlooked skill that can quickly level up your game 23:15

11M ago23:15

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• The secret to a thriving team and culture lies in one skill • “Ask more questions. That’s a leadership behavior” (Total Recorded Time is 23:13) Think your staff is really into their jobs, ready to help push the organization to new heights? Think again. Nearly 1 in 5 workers say their workplaces are unbearably toxic, according to the American Psyc…

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