Best Morra Aarons Mele Podcasts (2024)

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Interview with Morra Aarons Mele, Podcast Host and Author of "The Anxious Achiever" 31:25

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📺 Welcome to Best Seller TV, where we bring you groundbreaking conversations with top authors who are shaping the literary landscape. In this exclusive episode, we're thrilled to host Morra Aarons Mele, a remarkable podcast host and the brilliant author of "The Anxious Achiever." 📚 Morra Aarons Mele is a trailblazer in exploring the intersection of…

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A Former Olympic Rower on Grit, Heartache and Success 44:26

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In 2012, Michael DiSanto graduated from a prestigious university. But instead of following the path of his peers, he set out to achieve a lofty goal: make the 2016 Olympic rowing team. It was a tough decision and even tougher training process; at times he was bored, at times he wanted to give up. di Santo used anxiety and anger as powerful motivato…

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ADHD Expert (and Diagnosee) Dr. Ned Hallowell on Unwrapping Our Gifts and Changing Labels 40:02

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Dr. Ned Hallowell has ADHD himself, and is a well-respected doctor who focuses on counseling people of all ages with similar disorders. But he’s quick to point out that the phrase deficit disorder isn’t quite right. Dr. Hallowell’s life’s work is freeing people from the stigma associated with these kinds of conditions. He explains how he thinks abo…

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No Point B: Rules for Leading Change in a Hyperconnected World | Caleb Gardner Interview 32:47

1h ago32:47

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Join hosts Cynthia Johnson and Rhett Power as they interview Caleb Gardner, the co-founder and managing partner at 18 Coffees and the former lead digital strategist for Barack Obama's political advocacy group, OFA. In this enlightening episode of Best Seller Live, Caleb discusses his new book, "No Point B: Rules for Leading Change in the New Hyperc…

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Never Say Whatever: How Small Decisions Make a Big Difference | Rich Moran Interview 31:13

9d ago31:13

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Join hosts Cynthia Johnson and Rhett Power as they interview Rich Moran, a prolific author and radio host on KCBS in San Francisco. In this episode of Bestseller TV, Rich discusses his latest book, "Never Say Whatever: How Small Decisions Make a Big Difference." Learn about the impact of seemingly insignificant decisions and how avoiding the word "…

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Take Command: Intentional Living for a Post-Pandemic World | Joe Hart Interview 35:15

2d ago35:15

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Join hosts Rhett Power and Cynthia Johnson as they interview Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie Global, about his new book "Take Command: Intentional Living for a Post-Pandemic Anxious World." Co-authored with Michael Crom, Dale Carnegie's grandson, this book offers valuable insights on leading a purposeful and intentional life, especially in the chall…

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A Deep Dive Interview with Dr. Mark Goulston, Author, "Just Listen" & "How to Talk to Crazy" 36:32

2h ago36:32

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🎙️ Get ready for a riveting conversation on Best Seller TV with Cynthia Johnson and Rhett Power - as we dive deep into the world of communication, empathy, and understanding with the renowned author, Dr. Mark Goulston. With two transformative books under his belt, "Just Listen" and "How to Talk to Crazy," Dr. Goulston is a leading expert on the art…

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Dr. Eric Wood, Director of Mental Health Counseling & Author, "A New Narrative for College Mental Health" 38:17

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🎥 Welcome to Best Seller TV with Cynthia Johnson and Rhett Power! In this enlightening episode, we are honored to introduce you to Dr. Eric Wood, a distinguished Director Mental Health Counseling at Texas Christian University and the brilliant author behind the groundbreaking book, "A New Narrative for College Mental Health." 📚 Dr. Eric Wood is a l…

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David Noble and Carol Kauffman, Co-Authors of "REAL-TIME LEADERSHIP" and Executive Coaches 42:35

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🎥 Welcome to Best Seller TV! In this insightful episode, we have the pleasure of introducing you to two extraordinary individuals - David Noble and Carol Kauffman. They are not only accomplished executive coaches but also the co-authors of the groundbreaking book "REAL-TIME LEADERSHIP." 📚 David Noble and Carol Kauffman are recognized thought leader…

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Best Seller TV Interview with Ryan Crownholm, Entrepreneur and Author, "The Hustle Trap" 32:26

2h ago32:26

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📚 Ryan Crownholm is a renowned entrepreneur and expert on the "hustle mentality" and its effects on success, productivity, and well-being. In this interview, we explore the eye-opening concepts and insights presented in "The Hustle Trap" and how they challenge the conventional wisdom of our fast-paced world. 🌟 In this engaging conversation, we'll d…

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Interview with Ron Carucci. Author, "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice & Purpose" 35:16

2h ago35:16

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🎙️ Welcome to Best Seller TV with Cynthia Johnson and Rhett Power! In this thought-provoking episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Ron Carucci, a distinguished author, leadership expert, and the visionary behind the groundbreaking book "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice & Purpose." 📚 Ron Carucci is a recognized thoug…

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Navigating Leadership and Well-Being with "Tomorrowmind" Author Gabriella Rosen Kellerman 30:55

1d ago30:55

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What essential skills do you need to thrive in today's dynamic work environment? Join us as we sit down with Gabriella Rosen Kellerman, a Harvard-trained physician turned tech entrepreneur, and author of "Tomorrow Mind." Alongside co-author Professor Martin Seligman, Gabriella unpacks the concept of prospection and introduces us to the PRISM acrony…

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Dan Ariely on Resilience as the Antidote to Stress 43:08

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Dan Ariely is a famed behavioral economist who looks at the irrational, upside-down ways that humans think and act. His recent interests include resilience - something he’s had to build up in his own life after a serious burn accident in his teens. Ariely is a professor at Duke University and the author of bestselling books like “The Upside of Irra…

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Is People Pleasing Hurting Your Career? 40:45

10d ago40:45

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If you fall into certain people-pleasing behaviors at work, we have news: it’s not just an individual problem. Kathleen Smith, therapist and author of the new book True to You, explains how relationships, family ghosts, and systems inform our behavior in all kinds of ways, both inside and outside of the workplace. She explains how family systems th…

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The Interview: David Bach speaks to Jason Price of NXTHVN 30:08

16d ago30:08

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Jason Price, Founder and Chairman of the Board at NXTHVN, tells David Bach about the national arts model he has inaugurated which empowers artists, curators, and the community through education and access to a vibrant ecosystem.By IMD

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More Than Breadwinners: The Mental Health of Working Fathers 41:28

17d ago41:28

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Just as working mothers increasingly feel pressure from all sides to achieve and be the best family members possible, expectations for fathers have shifted in recent years. But professor Brad Harrington and former TV anchor Liam Martin argue that the ecosystem of support for working fathers hasn’t been formed in the same it has for women. Brad’s re…

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The Interview: Michael Wade speaks to Joseph Bradley 26:41

17d ago26:41

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The boundary between the physical and digital worlds is dissolving, says Joseph Bradley, CEO of TONOMUS, a world-leading technology enterprise powering the world’s first ecosystem of cognitive technologies at NEOM in Saudi Arabia. Harnessing the power of data, while addressing the risks, will be key to an enhanced integrated future. ***** Read our …

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Tools and Tricks for Neurodivergent Leaders 48:26

24d ago48:26

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Clayton Lord breaks the mold of what you might expect someone’s career to look like if they are on the autism spectrum. He’s Director of Programs at the SHRM Foundation and channels his strengths to create insight and order out of complex and messy problems. He also balances that with the fact that he isn’t always first to notice interpersonal issu…

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The Interview: The G7 gangs up on China 13:24

1M ago13:24

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Long treated as a photo opportunity for the leaders of Western democracies, the G7 has had a new lease of life ever since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. With so many G20 members at each other’s throats, the G7 has proved to be a useful vehicle to align against military aggression and the economic threats to Western business and technological prim…

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Burnout, Balance, and Why Work From Home Isn’t Working 42:26

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Shirley Leung is a columnist at the Boston Globe and host of the podcast Say More, and in 2020, she hit “rock bottom.”Being stretched on all sides for years finally took its toll and she realized her work life balance needed a change. Four years later, Shirley went on a quest to better understand how to deal with and prevent burnout at work. In thi…

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Craig Robinson on Following Your Passion, Forgetting What Others Think, and Bringing out the Best in People 51:48

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Craig Robinson, brother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, is a basketball legend, former NBA executive, coach, and Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches. But he wasn’t always on that path: after playing basketball at Princeton, he ended up spending much of his career in finance before following his true passion. Ro…

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Coming Soon: Season 10 2:25

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Starting June 5th, the Anxious Achiever is back to celebrate its tenth season. We’ll be diving into the topics and challenges you’ve asked about most: How to manage anxiety around AI and your job What is is like crafting a career while living with Tourette’s syndrome How to identify if you are a people pleaser (and how to change) Why your boss is o…

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Thinkers50: The Limits and Responsibilities of Leaders 51:55

2M ago51:55

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Leaders of organizations have a large responsibility when it comes to their own mental health, and of those in their organization. When they speak up about mental health, others can too. But vulnerability comes with risks. How can leaders model openness around mental health without bumping up against stereotypes and judgment? In this roundtable con…

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Thinkers50: Can We Banish Burnout? 57:14

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Burnout doesn’t come on because of weakness, and it doesn’t come about overnight. Many of us are walking around with some degree of burnout! On the flip side, it takes more than a vacation or loving your job to solve the problem. In this special Thinkers50 episode, host Morra Aarons-Mele explores some of the ways companies and individuals can more …

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Thinkers50: Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy, Start Being Your Best Friend 55:50

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As part of a month long series with Thinkers50 and The Silicon Guild, in this episode host Morra Aarons-Mele explores constructive ways we can improve our relationship with ourselves, instead of always being our harshest critic. She’s joined by Duke Professor Sanyin Siang, Lenny Mendoca, Senior Partner Emeritus at McKinsey, and Palo Alto City Counc…

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107. Stephanie Harrison on the power of helping others to find happiness 42:43

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In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with Stephanie Harrison, founder of The New Happy and author of New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That’s Got It Wrong. In a wide-ranging conversation, Stephanie discusses her science-backed approach to happines…

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Thinkers50: Improving Work, Improving Mental Health (For Everyone) 54:59

3M ago54:59

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What are some of the most important management ideas out there in today’s world? Thinkers50 is an organization that aims to identify and share these important ideas day in and day out, and all month long host Morra Aarons-Mele is partnering with Thinkers50 and The Silicon Guild for a series of roundtable talks about mental health and work. In this …

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106. Morra Aarons-Mele on rethinking our relationship with mental health, career, and success 46:31

2M ago46:31

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In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with speaker, workplace mental health consultant, and executive Morra Aarons-Mele, author of The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower to discuss how to manage the anxiety that comes wit…

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When Anxiety Sneaks Up on You, Try Something Different 31:40

3M ago31:40

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Imagine you are having an anxious moment at work. Instead of letting yourself slip into old patterns of negative thoughts or self-criticisms, today’s guest says you can take a step back and try something new: maybe moving around, going out for lunch, drinking some water - but definitely not doom scrolling. Emma Seppala is a lecturer at Yale and aut…

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Are You And Your Employer In An Abusive Relationship? 39:13

3M ago39:13

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Burnout culture is everywhere - case in point, a lawsuit brought against Goldman Sachs earlier this year by a former employee claiming that the relentless workload required by the firm led to heart problems and depression. The firm’s response was of particular note to Sarah Green Carmichael, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist. In this LinkedIn Live, Sar…

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Mental Health Literacy Can Change Lives - and Careers 55:23

4M ago55:23

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There was a time when everyone masked their mental and emotional struggles at work; or worse, didn’t even know that what they were experiencing might be anxiety, depression, or something similar. In this episode, host Morra Aarons-Mele first speaks with Kent Coules, co-publisher at Hawaii Business Magazine, about his long career in media, his path …

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Think Your Family Background Doesn’t Affect You At Work? Think Again 48:26

4M ago48:26

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Just as members of a family have different roles to play and different patterns of behavior they keep, so too can our family dynamics play out in the workplace. We bring with us to work our feelings about how we should assert ourselves, ask for help, deal with failure and more - all behaviors we learn in our family system growing up. Deborah Ancona…

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Are You Harnessing Your Anxiety for Good? 45:13

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Anxiety rarely feels good, so it might feel counterintuitive to think about it as a positive thing. But in this episode, we revisit a conversation with Wendy Suzuki, an NYU neuroscientist who studies neuroplasticity. Anxiety can bring benefits to performance and work, and we can reframe our relationship with this challenging but necessary emotion. …

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105. Renée Lertzman on techniques for calming climate anxiety and making a difference 43:41

4M ago43:41

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In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with climate psychologist Renée Lertzman to discuss the emotional effects of climate change and how we can become more resilient. Lertzman, the author of Environmental Melancholia: Psychoanalytic dimensions of engagement, …

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The Interview: Chris Tung, President of Strategic Development at Alibaba Group 34:24

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Chris Tung is President of Strategic Development at Alibaba Group, a Chinese multinational specializing in e-commerce, retail, and technology. He tells IMD's Amit Joshi how the company is integrating AI to optimize... -- Read our magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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The Interview: Morra Aarons-Mele 38:30

4M ago38:30

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Morra Aarons-Mele, author and host of the Anxious Achiever podcast, discusses the strategies to help turn anxiety into a leadership superpower. -- Read our new magazine, I by IMD, here. Discover IMD's leadership programmes here.By IMD

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Trauma-Informed Leadership: Is it Right For You? 52:39

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In the quest to be a more empathetic and effective leader or manager, the lens of trauma-informed leadership might be helpful for you. It’s the idea that all people have various forms of trauma that they carry with them to the workplace, and that leaders should approach situations at work accordingly. Matthew Cooke, partner at the coaching, consult…

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Accent Bias: How It Impacts You and Your Work 42:03

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Heather Hansen challenges the notion of "good" and "bad" English. Good communication is about getting the message across. She’s based in Singapore and helps executives with their linguistic and communication skills. Hansen is helping us tackle a real problem in our increasingly globalized work world: accent bias. Hansen is on a mission to help incr…

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Are You Good at Embracing Uncertainty? 46:28

5M ago46:28

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Uncertainty and anxiety are highly linked in our brains: when we aren’t sure what will happen, we often go into planning, defensive mode, trying to come up with every possible scenario and ensure a good outcome. Author Maggie Jackson looks at the ways that better managing uncertainty - like anxiety - is an essential skill. Reframing uncertainty hel…

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Dan Harris: 10 Percent Happier, 10 Years Later 49:20

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We all have big moments that shift the course of our life - and our relationship with those moments also change over time. Dan Harris was a long time TV journalist when he had a panic attack on air in 2004. That set in motion a different course in his life - where he began meditating, finding healthier ways to manage his anxiety, and hosting the po…

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104. Ximena Vengoechea on the power and value of deep rest 47:09

5M ago47:09

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In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with user researcher, writer, illustrator, and consultant Ximena Vengoechea, author of Rest Easy: Discover Calm and Abundance through the Radical Power of Rest. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Ximena talk about the…

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Exclusive Interview with Alisa Cohn, the Mastermind Behind "From Start-Up to Grown-Up" 30:55

5M ago30:55

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📚 About the Book: "From Start-Up to Grown-Up" is your ultimate guide to navigating the tumultuous journey from a nascent start-up to a flourishing business. Penned by the illustrious executive coach Alisa Cohn, this book is infused with the wisdom she's gained from propelling companies like Etsy, Foursquare, InVision, and The Wirecutter into the li…

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Toxic Bosses, Mean Girls, and Trusting Yourself 45:45

5M ago45:45

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You know the feeling when you know that something is off with a relationship at work, but feel like you can’t speak up? Many of us have felt this feeling but haven’t known how to describe it or work through it in a healthy way. Toxic bosses and coworkers are super common, and can send negative ripple effects throughout the organization, far beyond …

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The Toll of Selling Your Business: Two Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories 51:51

5M ago51:51

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We put so much of ourselves and our identity into our work; that’s especially true for entrepreneurs. It can be hard to deal with the emotions of selling the business you started, even when it’s the outcome you dreamed of. In this episode, we speak with two very different entrepreneurs about how their lives and mental health have changed over time,…

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103. Rebecca Soffer on navigating grief 54:00

5M ago54:00

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In this WorkWell podcast by Deloitte, Jen Fisher, editor-at-large for Thrive and Deloitte’s Human Sustainability Hub, sits down with grief expert Rebecca Soffer, author, co-founder, and CEO of Modern Loss. In a wide-ranging conversation, Jen and Rebecca discuss loss and resilience, and how to overcome the stigma of grief.…

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