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In organizations around the world, leaders are facing a deluge of urgent issues: a crisis in employee engagement, the need to make workforces more diverse, and the challenge of making workplaces feel human in an era of increasing dependence on technology and remote communication. At the NeuroLeadership Institute, we believe brain science can help provide solutions. Join us on Your Brain At Work, the official podcast of the NeuroLeadership Institute — where top researchers and thought leaders ...
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Kia ora and nau mai haere mai to Grey Areas with me, Petra Bagust. This is about growing up and going grey, in Aotearoa New Zealand because I’m getting older. And so are you. So how do we do it well? I reckon we can do it with a bit of gorgeousness and gusto and break that ‘getting old’ mould just a little. Or maybe more than a little. So join me as we climb into some of those topics that just aren't so clear-cut, maybe are a little chewy, a little crunchy… and let’s journey our way through ...
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In today’s hybrid and remote work environments, understanding the social aspects of learning is essential for ensuring that important ideas and initiatives resonate and drive change at both individual and organizational levels. Social learning enhances knowledge retention and fosters lasting behavior change by activating key brain networks. Success…
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Is your team feeling disconnected? Struggling to collaborate effectively or find purpose in their work? These issues can have a significant impact on your bottom line. Join Dr. David Rock, Khalil Smith (Akamai Technologies) and Dr. Brigid Lynn (NeuroLeadership Institute) to discover how the latest advancements in applied neuroscience can help you: …
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On this episode of Your Brain at Work Live, Christy Pruitt-Haynes (Distinguished Faculty, Performance and Leadership; NLI) connects with CVS Health's Erneshia Pinder (VP of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging). Together, they discuss the firm's journey to radically accelerate inclusion — challenging conventional wisdom with real science — to…
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In today’s fast-changing work environment, the “skill half-life”—the time a skill remains relevant—is shrinking faster than ever. For leaders, this means continuous learning is essential. But the same old ways of training just won’t cut it anymore. Effective leadership training must align with how the brain learns best. It must also fit into the re…
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Getting up at stupid-o’clock every weekday morning to perform in front of the nation requires a certain type of strength and stamina. Add perimenopause to the pressure cooker of live television and you’ve got yourself a potent cocktail of challenges. Part of Jenny-May Clarkson’s secret is the dynamic partnership she’s forged with her husband Dean. …
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Insights aren’t like butterflies that land by chance. They can be cultivated through specific skills, and these skills are crucial for leaders navigating today’s complex, rapidly advancing business landscape. The rise of AI underscores the urgency for organizations to master insight generation to stay ahead amid new demands and ambiguity. On this e…
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The only thing certain about 2024 is continued uncertainty. 2024 will be a breakthrough year for artificial intelligence, which has already started to transform marketing, sales, customer service, and many other functions. It’ll be up to leaders to figure out how to leverage this powerful tool, which tasks are still best performed by humans, and ho…
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Having children and becoming a mother is a huge part of our collective cultural script. When you’re single, the question is ‘when are you going to find someone?’ When you find someone, the question becomes ‘when are you having children?’ So what about the many women who don’t have children, either by choice, circumstance or because they’re unable t…
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In a culture of unhealthy comparison and burdensome perfectionism, how do we cultivate an openness to getting it wrong? … Like, really get down and dirty with failure and understand how necessary it is for growth and basically learning anything at all. Dr Jin Russell’s intimidating bio reads like the ultimate perfectionist’s achievement list. She’s…
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The world of investing has long been dominated by men, but did you know that the women who do invest typically do better than their male counterparts? Honestly, it’s never been easier with the technology now available to us, so let’s figure out what positive action we can take because the good news is it’s never too late to get amongst it. Victoria…
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There are moments in time where issues that have lurked in the shadows reach a tipping point and break into the public consciousness. Now is such a time for neurodiversity and ADHD. We are ready for healthier, more embracing conversations about how different brains work. TV presenter and actor Sonia Gray is on a quest to make life better for neurod…
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Join our Co-founder and CEO, Dr. David Rock, and Probir Das, Group Executive Officer at Terumo APAC, to be inspired by the journey of this global leader in medical devices. Terumo has been in operation for over 100 years and in 2022, embarked on a global journey in partnership with the NeuroLeadership Institute (NLI) to activate the power of an org…
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Open a refreshing window to the world of creativity with Dr. Selina Tusitala Marsh as we riff on creativity and poetry. Turns out you don’t have to give it up after high school. Selina, an accomplished poet, academic, and illustrator, shares profound insights and captivating tales from her journey, which includes becoming NZ’s official poet (aka Po…
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Hot on the heels of launching her new book Evolving, Judy Bailey sat down with Petra to talk all things ageing. At 72 years old, Judy has a sparkle that's infectious. Her credentialed career as a journalist, along with her natural curiosity and sense of fun make her an ideal guide to navigate the landscape of ageing, and explore the latest research…
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We're kicking off Season 5 with our LIVE recording of a fun and fascinating panel discussion tackling pleasure, intimacy, and love in midlife and menopause with writer Niki Bezzant and relationship coach Meg Cowan. Niki Bezzant is a trained journalist whose book This Changes Everything: the honest guide to menopause and perimenopause has, for thous…
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How do you scale learning and leadership development effectively across an organization? What methods of measurement work best for understanding behavior change — and return on investment — when it comes to learning initiatives? How are enterprise learning experiences evolving to meet the volatile, voluminous demands of an evolving workplace? On th…
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Seemingly overnight, Artificial Intelligence has taken workplaces around the world by storm. But while there's tremendous excitement about the potential this rapidly evolving tool might unlock, there's also trepidation — and perhaps there should be. Even as we begin to integrate AI into our everyday routines, questions remain about the underlying b…
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Kia ora! Petra here and we’re getting ready for Season 5! 5 feels like a milestone… off to school and all that, growing up literally - thanks for coming on this journey with me - hasn’t it been fun and also fascinating!?! We have built up quite the collection of stories and questions to travel with us into our next season - hopefully with more comp…
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Do your managers struggle to delegate effectively? They're not alone. Leaders often delegate too little or too much, hurting both efficiency and employee morale. On this episode of Your Brain at Work, Dr. David Rock and Dr. Emma Sarro bridge the gap between knowing you should delegate and doing it right. Learn brain based strategies to empower your…
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Is it time for the pendulum to swing back toward a focus on performance and less on people? Many CEO’s today feel the pendulum has swung too far toward the employee, and cringe when they hear about increasing psychological safety. Are they right, or are they missing something important here? Are these two ideas in opposition? Is it possible to trul…
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It’s easy enough to read biographies of leaders past, some of whom are considered exceptional for this or that extraordinary reason. Surely, leaders of old have been studied and judged for the times in which they lived and the business landscape in which they operated. But today’s leaders need more skills than ever before. They need to know the sci…
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Learn more about our groundbreaking new leadership development program — LEAD: The Neuroscience of Effective Management — here: https://neuroleadership.com/LEAD Keep up-to-date on the latest NLI content at our blog: https://neuroleadership.com/your-brain-at-work/ Join us for upcoming events: https://neuroleadership.com/our-events/ Host a NeuroLeade…
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Film reviewer extraordinaire Kate Rodger joins Grey Areas for another laugh-filled chat about stepping outside of her ‘lane’, dealing with feelings of overwhelm, and the progress she's making on her personal goals. Kate brings her trademark humour and wildly generous way with words to a conversation about new challenges, making time for what’s impo…
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Iconic broadcaster Robert Rakete returns to Grey Areas, joining Petra for a candid and uplifting kōrero. Robert has been discovering more of his whakapapa as he continues to learn Te Reo Māori, and shares his love of embracing the beginner's mind, facing fears and embracing failure. Plus Robert catches Petra up on his recent prostate check-up! 👀 If…
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Two years on from her first Grey Areas appearance, Petra catches up with journalist and TVNZ's Sunday host Miriama Kamo as she's rounded out her fifth decade. Turning 50 can invite introspection and casting new vision for your life. Miriama grabs this opportunity with both hands sharing the raft of intentions she has for this season from getting br…
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Learn more about our groundbreaking new leadership development program — LEAD: The Neuroscience of Effective Management — here: https://neuroleadership.com/LEAD Keep up-to-date on the latest NLI content at our blog: https://neuroleadership.com/your-brain-at-work/ Join us for upcoming events: https://neuroleadership.com/our-events/ Host a NeuroLeade…
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Annie Crummer and Betty-Anne Monga along with Julia Deans and Boh Runga will be forming a powerhouse ensemble at this year's Auckland Arts Festival performance, Hear Me Roar! on March 8. Annie and Betty-Anne joined me for a korero all about creativity, collaboration and purpose. We riff on the power of music to accompany us through every season - t…
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Hot on the heels of his recent publication on leadership trends in Fast Company, Dr. David Rock welcomes our global head of research, Dr. Emma Sarro to Your Brain at Work Live to discuss the quiet signals unfolding on the leadership landscape — and key trends to watch and influence as the year unfolds.Listen closely to dig into:The emergent qualiti…
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Over the last several months, there's been a great deal of talk about the use cases for artificial intelligence. Millions around the world are excited about the creative potential, labor, and time savings that AI might unlock. But AI's use cases don't end there. In this episode of Your Brain At Work, our co-founder, Dr. David Rock connects with Dr.…
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Add to your kete of understanding our bone health with this kōrero with Christine Gill, Executive Director of Osteoporosis New Zealand. The life cycle of these living tissues from birth to menopause and beyond is fascinating. Christine talks us through the process of bone turnover, the often misunderstood osteoporosis, the importance of achieving m…
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The magic of female friendships is pretty undeniable - as is the role they play in shaping us. Join us for an inspiring kōrero with long-time BFFs, broadcaster Stacey Morrison and fashion designer Kiri Nathan, who have been the epitome of friendship for over 25 years. From their first meeting at the Smoke-Free Fashion Awards to navigating marriages…
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In the three years since flexible work has transformed from emergency mode to a mainstream way of working, it’s encountered no shortage of unique challenges and opportunities along the way. Among those challenges? Intentionally building and maintaining workplace culture — shared everyday habits — in a setting so often mediated by digital distance.R…
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What does it take to become a legendary netball player? What's the journey like, and how does finding a new identity in a foreign land shape your life and an illustrious sporting career spanning over 20 years? Join me this episode for a kōrero with iconic netballer and Silver Fern, Irene Van Dyk. We hear about her experience as an immigrant athlete…
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What are the connections between cognitive capacity, motivation, threat, and reward? How do organizations that prioritize psychological safety differ — in terms of business performance — from those that don't? What cognitive levers should organizations think about when executing change initiatives in order to manage threat, motivate their teams and…
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Here's something a little special - a crossover episode with Charlotte Cook of RNZ's Hair and Loathing! Join us as we embark on a head to toe exploration of our relationships with hair - both on our heads and our bodies. Charlotte and I take a visit to Stephen Marr's salon for a kōrero over haircuts, we chat at my whare, and we also catch up with a…
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On the season 10 premiere of Your Brain at Work Live, we'll dig deep into the trends, breakthroughs and scientific insights uncovered at the 2023 NeuroLeadership Summit. Facilitated by our Director of Leadership, John Edwards, and featuring leaders from all three of our practice areas, we'll share what we learned about:• Augmented intelligence• The…
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Ready for a hearty conversation with a trailblazer in women's sports journalism? We welcome Suzanne McFadden, an acclaimed sports journalist who's been championing women's sports in a male-dominated field. Suzanne's grit and determination have not only helped her break barriers but also led her to establish Locker Room, a platform dedicated to show…
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Ever wondered if you need to see your GP because you're experiencing discomfort or itching on your vulva? You're not alone. It turns out that vulval skin conditions are incredibly common and women in Aotearoa New Zealand suffer for an average of 10 years before working up the courage to see a doctor. We've got to change that! After all, skin is ski…
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Family grief, the devastation of divorce, cross-generational friendships, learning Te Reo Māori and more - we talk about it all with Stuff journalist, Paula Penfold. We also discuss the challenges of the media world, the aftermath of job redundancy, and the importance of self-care in such a fast-paced profession. Paula opens up about her experience…
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It's Mental Health Awareness Week here in Aotearoa New Zealand so we chat with mental health speaker and educator and Tui-award winning artist, the talented Julia Grace. In this conversation, Julia openly shares her struggles with heartbreak and its accompanying disorientation, depression, and anxiety. We chat about recognising our coping mechanism…
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It's Mental Health Awareness Week here in Aotearoa, New Zealand and so I'd like to take the opportunity to introduce you to a podcast called A Moment With. A Moment With is hosted by my friend Gen Mora, Co-Founder and General Manager of Voices of Hope, a not-for-profit organisation aimed to break the stigma around mental illness. In this podcast, G…
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In this episode, we have a kōrero with squash champion and former Race Relations Commissioner, Dame Susan Devoy (also of Celebrity Treasure Island fame!). We discuss her fight against stereotypes, the complexities of gender dynamics, and also touch on the influence of sports as a universal language and a powerful tool for fostering greater cultural…
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Welcome to our brand new season of Grey Areas! Can you believe we're already at Season 4?! And who better to kick it off with than the multi-talented, one and only Anika Moa. She's a māmā, a singer/songwriter, television presenter, radio host, all-round resilient wahine toa. Join us as we delve into Anika's world as she openly discusses her struggl…
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Register for the 2023 NeuroLeadership Summit, taking place this Oct. 4 & 5 by Sept. 21 to lock-in early bird pricing: https://summit.neuroleadership.com/register/ Explore NeuroLeadership institute content on the Your Brain at Work blog: https://neuroleadership.com/your-brain-at-work/ Learn more about the products and services we offer organizations…
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Kia ora. Petra Bagust here, and I have been thinking a bit about what makes up the ‘grey areas’ of our lives, because I think that’s a huge part of why this podcast works. To me, a ‘grey area’ is a tricky space. A delicate space. A space that can bring, maybe discomfort or discouragement, or cause isolation. Maybe a 'grey area' is something that ha…
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Learn more about our upcoming DEI Master Class and join our September cohort: https://neuroleadership.com/deinext Learn more about our DEI Community of Practice: https://neuroleadership.com/practice-area-diversity-equity-inclusion Register for the 2023 NeuroLeadership Summit, taking place this Oct. 4 & 5: https://summit.neuroleadership.com/register…
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When it comes time for organizations to flex their mindsets and set leaders up for success in an environment of constant change, what can science tell us about how to get it done? How do we build a regenerative, resilient, and adaptive talent ecosystem? Who's demonstrating what great looks like in the real world?In the third and final episode of ou…
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Kia ora! I hope you are going well. Don't panic - Season 04 of Grey Areas is on the way (I promise!) While we are between seasons, I want to share another episode from my other podcast, Sunday Sanctuary. This one is called The Miracle of the Mundane and it's all about finding joy and wonder within the everyday-ness of life. If this is something you…
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In a world where people can locate information with a few keystrokes, how has learning changed? What makes learning effective — and what pitfalls do leaders face when trying to make learning accessible and sustained? In this episode of Your Brain at Work Live, Alyssa Abkowitz — our global head of Product and Content — interviews Dr. David Rock abou…
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In times of change, we rely on our leaders for guidance and support. However, not all leaders feel comfortable coaching, or haven't figured out how to help employees feel psychologically safe enough to voice their questions or experiences.Join Dr. David Rock (Co-Founder & CEO, NLI) and Alyssa Abkowitz (VP, Global Product & Content) as they explore:…
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