Quick Fixes: How to build a strong team fast, embrace conflict, and be an effective middleman
Fixable receives calls and questions from listeners all over the world—including Antarctica! In this Quick Fixes episode, Anne and Frances work to solve three callers’ tricky work problems in under 30 minutes. One listener struggles to build trust within his constantly changing expedition team, the next has a creative idea to encourage healthy conflict, and a final caller finds themself caught in the middle between junior employees and senior leadership. For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsWant to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to fix meetings (w/ Master Fixer Priya Parker)
Studies show that companies would benefit from having fewer and better meetings. So how can you turn your workplace gatherings from time-wasters to productivity boosters? In this episode, Anne and Frances are joined by Priya Parker—acclaimed speaker, facilitator, and best-selling author of The Art of Gathering—to unlock the true power of bringing people together. They brainstorm helpful tips for planning and facilitating great meetings, emphasize the importance of asking good questions, and explain why being “chill” is often detrimental to leadership.FollowHosts: Anne Morriss (@annemorriss | LinkedIn: @anne-morriss), Frances Frei (@francesxfrei | LinkedIn: @francesfrei) Guest: Priya Parker (Instagram: @priyaparker) Linkshttps://anneandfrances.com/https://www.priyaparker.com/The Art of Gathering bookSubscribe to TED Instagram: @tedYouTube: @TEDTikTok: @tedtoksLinkedIn: @ted-conferencesWebsite: ted.comPodcasts: ted.com/podcastsFor the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsFor the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsWant to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What it’s like to be a veterinarian (from What It’s Like to Be… with Dan Heath)
Today, we’re bringing you a special episode from What It's Like To Be... a podcast from Dan Heath where he explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. Dan is speaking with Dr. Hindatu Mohammed, a veterinarian from Austin who opens up about the tough, yet crucial, decisions she helps pet owners make regarding their pets’ health care. It’s a fascinating look at how empathy and expertise come together in the world of veterinary medicine.You can listen to more episodes of What It's Like To Be... at https://link.mgln.ai/fixabledanheathFor the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsWant to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Unsolicited Advice: How to find a job you actually want (Re-release)
Looking for a job can be frustrating and exhausting. Unsolicited Advice is back and this time Anne and Frances are helping YOU find work you actually want to do. They share useful tips and tricks for anyone facing today's daunting job market — from navigating rejection burnout to standing out in interviews. They also give employers advice you didn’t ask for on how to find great candidates who will elevate your team.What problems are you dealing with at work right now? Call or text 234-FIXABLE or email fixable@ted.com to be featured on the show.This episode originally aired September 23, 2024.For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsWant to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How to help someone who doesn’t want your help
How do you build a working relationship after you’ve gotten off on the wrong foot? In this episode, Anne and Frances coach a caller who has been brought in to support a team that doesn’t want his help—and doesn’t trust his organization. Together, they brainstorm ways to reset the partnership, offer genuine support, and fix a broken system from the inside out. For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcriptsWant to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Frances Frei is a Harvard Business professor. Anne Morriss is a CEO and best-selling author. Anne and Frances are two of the top leadership coaches in the world. Oh, did we mention they're also married to each other? Together, Anne and Frances move fast and fix stuff by talking to guest callers about their workplace issues and solving their problems – in 30 minutes or less. Both listeners and guests will receive actionable insights to create meaningful change in the workplace – regardless of their position on the company ladder. If you want to be on Fixable, call our hotline at 234-Fixable (that's 234-349-2253) to leave Anne and Frances a voicemail with your workplace problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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