Welcome to another episode of the Truth, Lies & Work podcast, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.
If you love hearing stories of how organizations build thriving workplace cultures, then be sure to tune in to our Thursday episodes for in-depth interviews with inspiring leaders. But today, it’s all about the This Week in Work news roundup, the Fresh Voices segment, and of course, our world-famous Weekly Workplace Surgery where we answer your burning questions!
Segment 1: News Roundup
Intellectual Humility in Leadership: Leanne explores an article by Tom Loncar in The Psychologist, discussing how leaders can balance decisiveness with intellectual humility to create stronger, more confident teams. Instead of always needing to have the answers, leaders who demonstrate openness build empowered teams. Learn how leaders can practice cognitive defusion, perspective-taking, and presence to improve decision-making and innovation. .
Tesco’s Legal Battle Over Pay Cuts: Al covers a major legal win for Tesco employees who fought back against the company's attempt to reduce pay for warehouse workers. The court ruled against Tesco’s "fire and rehire" plan, sparking a conversation about workers' rights, business ethics, and what this ruling means for smaller businesses. Is this a victory for workers or a potential blow to businesses?
Can AI Help Us Find Purpose at Work?: Leanne takes a deep dive into a Fortune article about AI’s role in the workplace. Could AI free us from mundane tasks and lead us toward more meaningful work, or does it risk eroding the human connections that give our jobs purpose? Learn how AI could be a tool for unlocking creativity and fostering better relationships.
Segment 2: Fresh Voices
This week’s Fresh Voice is Anna Papalia, CEO of Interviewology, a firm dedicated to improving the hiring process. Anna reveals a shocking statistic: 90% of hiring managers have never been trained on how to properly interview candidates. Anna shares insights on how to eliminate biases and improve decision-making in hiring, with practical tips for both job seekers and recruiters.
Segment 3: Weekly Workplace Surgery
In today’s Workplace Surgery, Leanne tackles three listener questions:
Oversharing in the Workplace: A marketing agency owner is struggling with a talented employee who overshares personal information, making her colleagues uncomfortable. How can you address this without damaging her confidence?
Scaling Company Culture During Rapid Growth: A tech startup founder who has scaled from 15 to 50 employees in just 18 months worries about losing the close-knit culture that once defined the company. What can you do to maintain a strong company culture during rapid expansion?
Managing Office Romances: A small business owner is concerned about a romantic relationship between two employees on different teams. How can you navigate potential conflicts of interest without creating drama or tension within the team?
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US: Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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30 сен 2024
