Fast Company Daily
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Stories, tips, and advice on how employees, managers, and businesses are working smarter, all from Fast Company and all in less than five minutes each weekday.
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Nov 11, 2022 • 6min
How to kick your habit of assuming the worst
Our brains love connecting the dots, but making assumptions can be a trap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 10, 2022 • 7min
The best way to improve relationships at work isn’t working harder—it’s working closer
Explore strategies to improve workplace relationships amid remote work challenges, including working together in the office, setting quarterly goals, and prioritizing in-person communication. Discover the benefits of face-to-face meetings and social events in enhancing work relationships, morale, and organizational success.
Nov 9, 2022 • 7min
5 of the strangest places your leadership can shine
Discover how leadership skills can grow outside of the workplace, from weddings to shopping. Unveil the potential in unconventional spaces like travel and feedback sessions for personal growth.
6 snips
Nov 8, 2022 • 7min
4 creative ways NASA encourages innovation
The guest, NASA's first chief knowledge officer, is a trailblazer in knowledge management and innovation. They discuss how NASA cultivates a people-first culture to tackle ambitious goals. The conversation highlights creative strategies for attracting and retaining top talent, emphasizing the importance of effective leadership. Additionally, they outline four key elements that foster innovation: prioritizing people, radical transparency, acknowledging ignorance, and collaboration – essential for driving mission success.
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Nov 7, 2022 • 13min
Why “Just go freelance” is crappy advice
Exploring the rise of freelance work, challenges in the gig economy, gender disparities, transitioning from MLM to freelance, importance of upskilling for freelancers
Nov 4, 2022 • 7min
7 successful ways to stand up to your boss
Learn 7 strategies to handle challenging situations with your boss, including being micromanaged, discriminated against, and more. Discover the importance of self-advocacy and effective communication in maintaining a healthy workplace environment.
Nov 3, 2022 • 5min
Rent-to-own startups have promise, but need to show greater transparency, report says
Rent-to-own housing products have the potential to benefit consumers, but companies adopting them need to show greater transparency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 2, 2022 • 7min
That new job offer may be a scam. Here’s what to look out for
Pay attention to these red flags before handing in your notice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 1, 2022 • 5min
Big Tech billionaires lost fortunes this year. The hit to your 401(k) might feel even worse.
Not surprisingly, Americans going to the polls next week rate the economy and inflation as top issues. Tech’s elite would probably agree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 31, 2022 • 7min
What to expect from Twitter now that Elon Musk is officially in charge
The CEO of Tesla has officially become ‘Chief Twit.’ Here’s what could be coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
