Best James Gable Podcasts (2025)

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E115 - Negotiation with Megan Shapiro 1:01:24

1+ y ago1:01:24

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Experience the transformative power of negotiation with our esteemed guest Megan Shapiro, a construction attorney turned risk management maestro. As we unravel the complex tapestry of negotiation for construction leaders, Megan imparts her wisdom on the holistic approach to risk management. It's not just about the fine print or safety protocols; it…

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E114B - Developing Trust With Jennifer Lacy 50:45

1+ y ago50:45

50:45

When was the last time you gave someone your full trust? This isn't just about believing they'll show up on time, but trusting them with the parts of you that you might keep under lock and key. Join us as we sit down with Jennifer Lacey, the 2023 Dallas Business Journal's Woman of the Year in Business, who not only shares her journey through vulner…

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E114A - Throwback with Jesus Hernandez 54:38

1+ y ago54:38

54:38

Have you ever witnessed a transformation that reshaped a life's trajectory? That's precisely what Jesse Hernandez has experienced, evolving from a high-achieving construction maven to a magnanimous contributor through stories and wisdom shared in his compelling book, "Becoming the Promise that you Were Intended to Be." Our conversation peels back t…

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E113 - Throwback with Joanna Ostrander - Brain Science Communicating through Music Therapy 59:10

1+ y ago59:10

59:10

Ever wonder how a melody can unlock a memory or a rhythm can help someone relearn how to walk? This is the magic that music therapist Joanna Ostrander brings to the table, and she unraveled the mysteries of neurologic music therapy with us, offering an intriguing look at music's impact on the brain. As our conversation weaved through Joanna's trans…

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E112 - The UCPB on The Power of NO 9:46

1+ y ago9:46

9:46

Unlock the secrets to gracefully declining requests and safeguarding your boundaries with the guidance of Sarah Ginald, our boundary expert. Prepare to navigate the tricky waters of saying "no" without ruffling feathers or compromising relationships. Our latest episode serves as a playbook for those moments when you need to stand your ground, offer…

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E111 - The Power of NO with Sarah Gonnella 51:38

1+ y ago51:38

51:38

Ever felt the weight of a simple 'no'? We've all been there, wrestling with the anxiety of turning down a request, and the ripple effects it might have. That's why we invited Sarah Ginella, the insightful VP of Full Sail Partners, to unravel the emotional layers that often make it so hard to refuse. Together, we tackle the concept of 'counterfeit y…

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E110 - THROWBACK Questions anyone? 28:28

1+ y ago28:28

28:28

Have you ever wondered why some conversations leave you feeling invigorated while others feel like a dead end? Tune in as Brandon and I dissect the art of asking questions that aren't just fillers but gateways to deeper connection and understanding. Our latest episode of Uncommon Communicator podcast peels back the layers of communication, emphasiz…

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E109 - The Power of Now livestream 1:00:30

1+ y ago1:00:30

1:00:30

When Matt Ohly, Adam Hoots, and I gathered around the mics, we uncovered the threads that weave together Eckhart Tolle's "The Power of Now" with the fabric of our daily interactions. This episode isn't just a chat; it's a deep connection through shared stories that reveal how the art of presence amplifies our ability to communicate genuinely and li…

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E108 - The UC Playbook: Raw Vs. Candid Conversation 13:07

1+ y ago13:07

13:07

Ever found yourself sugarcoating words until your message loses its edge? Lance Furiyama joins us to champion the raw power of communication, where frankness can unexpectedly cut through noise and foster effectiveness. We navigate the origins of Lance's forthright style, deeply rooted in the unadorned cadences of Pigeon English, and unpack how a to…

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E107 - Raw Communication with Lance Furuyama 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

44:37

Ever found yourself in the thick of a construction project, where every voice has the potential to build or bulldoze progress? Lance Ferriyama from Trade Partner HQ joins us to hammer down the significance of communication in the trade industry, offering a blueprint for turning monologues into dialogues that construct rather than constrain. Togethe…

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E106 - Beyond Resolutions: The One Word Goal 11:46

1+ y ago11:46

11:46

Get ready to redefine success with our latest Uncommon Communicator podcast, where I promise you'll discover the transformative potential of one-word goals. Ever felt overwhelmed by a laundry list of New Year's resolutions that fizzles out by February? We're tackling that head-on, revealing why 91% of resolutions fail and how embracing a singular f…

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E105 - UC Playbook:Trust-Filled Communication 11:28

1+ y ago11:28

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Unlock the secrets to building unshakeable trust in every word you exchange as we dissect Stephen M.R. Covey's "The Speed of Trust" with the insightful Jennifer Lacey. Transform your interactions with our three-pillar approach to trustworthy communication: harnessing honesty and courage to confront reality, refining conduct through respect and acco…

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E104 - Trust and Communication With Jennifer Lacy 50:17

1+ y ago50:17

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Ever wondered how communication could be a game-changer in your relationships, both personal and professional? Grab a cup of tea and tune into our latest episode of the Uncommon Communicator Podcast, where I, your host, have a heart-to-heart discussion with the brilliant, Jennifer Lacey, also known as the “famous lady.” Jennifer, an ace lean practi…

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E103 - The UC Playbook: The Art of Stoic Living 9:30

1+ y ago9:30

9:30

Ready for a journey back in time to ancient Athens? Today, we're thrilled to continue our enlightening dialogue with Felipe Engineer Manriquez on the philosophy that's shaped his life and many others - Stoicism. We promise you an exploration of this ancient philosophy's roots; its founder Zeno of Sidium, its therapeutic nature, and its profound imp…

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E102 - Stoicism and Communication with Felipe Engineer-Manriquez 57:57

1+ y ago57:57

57:57

Ever wonder how ancient philosophy can transform modern-day communication and performance in the construction industry? Well, prepare to be enlightened as we journey into the realm of stoicism and its impacts on communication, with insights from the seasoned construction pro, Felipe Manriquez. We kick off the episode by discussing the wisdom of ren…

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E101 The UC Playbook : Discover Your Leadership Identity with Rich Hopkins 13:12

1+ y ago13:12

13:12

Ready to unlock the secrets of your leadership style? Get ready to revolutionize your communication skills as we dissect the world of leadership with our guest, Rich Hopkins. In a candid discussion, we shine a light on the main leadership styles - authoritarian, participative, and delegative - and how they shape the way we interact in the workplace…

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E100 - Gratitude and Growth: The Story of the Uncommon Communicator 16:36

1+ y ago16:36

16:36

Brace yourself for a journey of reflections, insights, and gratitude as we celebrate our 100th episode of the Uncommon Communicator Podcast. This isn't just an episode; it's a milestone that marks our collective growth in the world of communication. We've learned to recognize when communication occurs, to take charge of conversations, and to steer …

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E99 - Mastering Communication for Effective Leadership with Rich Hopkins 39:28

1+ y ago39:28

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Are you ready to uncover the secret to effective leadership and transformative communication? Join us as we unravel these mysteries with Rich Hopkins, a man of many talents and immense influence. Bring your notepad as Rich, a seasoned keynote speaker, disability advocate, author, sales expert, and presentation coach, takes us behind the scenes of h…

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E98 - The UC Playbook: Constructive Feedback and Authenticity 13:42

1+ y ago13:42

13:42

Get ready to shift your perception of feedback, authenticity and vulnerability with our special guest, master questionator and construction mind shifter, Jesse Hernandez! Ever wondered how constructive criticism can be a powerful catalyst for personal growth and improvement? We bring into focus these overlooked aspects of communication, offering yo…

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E97 - A Conversation with Jesse Hernandez- Becoming The Promise You Are Intended 54:03

1+ y ago54:03

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What if you could transform your life by shifting your focus from achieving to contributing? That's exactly what construction mineshifter, author, and podcast host, Jesse Hernandez, set out to do, and he's sharing his profound journey with us on this episode of the Uncommon Communicator Podcast. Drawing from the most compelling chapters of his book…

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E96 - UC Playbook: Exploring Respect and Visual communication 14:05

1+ y ago14:05

14:05

Ever wondered why respect in communication is so pivotal? It's time to join us as we dissect the core principles of respect as shared by Adam Hoots, an author and expert on communication, on the Uncommon Communicator Podcast. This episode shines light on the intricacies of respect, its roots, and how it can be cultivated even in adulthood. We explo…

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E95 - Adam Hoots: Respect and Communication 48:14

1+ y ago48:14

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Meet Adam Hoots, founder of Construction ACHE Solutions and a change-maker in the realm of construction. His dedication to shifting the perception of skilled trades and craft workers is awe-inspiring, and our discussion today promises to shed light on this, and the fascinating world of lean construction principles. A man of many languages, Adam emp…

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E94 The UC Playbook: Unlocking the Power of Effective Networking 7:08

1+ y ago7:08

7:08

Ever wondered why some people naturally excel at networking while others seem to struggle? What if you could unlock the secrets to becoming a better communicator and networker? Today, we glean the wisdom of master facilitator and networker, Keith Bailey, as we unfold the UC playbook - the key to refining your networking skills. We explore how ackno…

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E93 - Mastering the Art of Networking and Communication with Keith Bailey 54:28

1+ y ago54:28

54:28

Guess who's played a pivotal role in transforming the art of networking and communication? It's none other than Keith Bailey, co-founder of Articulated Intelligence. Brace yourself, because we've got him right here in our podcast, and he's ready to share his wealth of knowledge on the power of conversation and the subtleties of networking. Keith ta…

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E92 - Attachments and Detachments 7:59

2y ago7:59

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Welcome to the Uncommon Communicator podcast, where we are here to bring enlightenment to the topic of communication. Jocko Wilink calls his ability to detach a super power. He tells a story as a young seal where he was able to look lower his rifle and look at the whole situation to better assess the situation Detachment as a good thing Detachment …

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E91 - Promises 10:59

2y ago10:59

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What is a promise? A promise is a manifestation of intent to act or refrain from acting in a specified way at some point in the future. It's communicated by one party, to at least one additional party, to signify a commitment has been made. Jean-jacques Rousseau said it clearly: Those that ae most slow in making a promise are the most faithful in t…

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E90 - The Firehose of Information 10:35

2y ago10:35

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Things to prepare for in a hand off and avoid being the fire hose. Think about the organization of the information Daily weekly Monthly duties Create a plan that gives that information…meeting daily? Weekly Be prepared to make the best use of the time What is a flow that would make sense to hand off the information Steps that build upon each other …

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E89 - Actively Being Heard 6:50

2y ago6:50

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Active listening is something we talk about a lot as far as being a good communicator Some characteristics of active listeners include good eye contact, undivided attention, and patience. The active listener’s demeanor helps the speaker feel respected Empathic listeningThis type of listening includes the mechanics of active listening and takes the …

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E88 - Collective Bargaining with Big Ed 33:38

2y ago33:38

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The Uncommon communicator is the individual that has the enlightenment to recognize in any situation whether communication has occurred. This uncommon communicator takes ownership of the conversation and possesses the skills to navigate and facilitate the conversation to mutual understanding. Welcome to the Uncommon Communicator podcast where we br…

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E87 - William Bullock - Empathy and Negotiation ( Throwback Episode ) 41:18

2y ago41:18

41:18

Enjoy this throwback and very popular episode - Both Hosts of The Uncommon Communicator are enjoying some time off: Our Guest today William Bullock, Negotiator for the UK Police and currently serves as the asset manager for the UK Ministry of Defense. He has spent 13 years as the most experienced and qualified hostage negotiator in the UK and have …

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E86 - The Jersey Shore Apology 21:30

2y ago21:30

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOJqHEhS1CtX3A4nztIBzdA Instagram: The_Uncommon_Communicator TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theuncommoncommunicator Facebook: The Uncommon Communicator LinkedIn :https://www.linkedin.com/company/80960291/ Website : theuncommoncommunicator.comBy James Gable, Brandon Thompson

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E85 - Parking Brake Communication 19:31

2y ago19:31

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What is parking brake communication? Communication suppression is the holding back of information because of avoiding an uncomfortable conversation or to prove a point. Everyone does it some degree . Driving with the parking brake on holds back our relationships. How take the brake off? 1. Rip the band aide off before it explodes a. Or before the i…

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E 84 - Greg Gazin on Podcasting and Communication 23:53

2y ago23:53

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We continue the Conversation with Greg Gazin. Greg Gazin, “The Gadget Guy”, is a serial entrepreneur, freelance technology columnist, small business & technology speaker, facilitator, author, avid Podcaster and producer of Toastcaster.com. He's recently published his 1st book: Corey OutSMARTs the Butterflies. Greg is also a dedicated and Distinguis…

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E83 - Deflection 30:22

2y ago30:22

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Deflection is turning aside, off course or diversion. We see it in two aspects: 1. Deflection of a question or avoiding an answer 2. Deflection of Praise 1. Deflection of a question or avoiding an answer Who deflects and why? People use deflection as a way to get someone else "off course," so to speak, if they're being criticized and feel the need …

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E82 - Interview with Greg Gazin - Toastmaster Extraordinaire 37:53

2y ago37:53

37:53

Greg Gazin, “The Gadget Guy”, is a serial entrepreneur, freelance technology columnist, small business & technology speaker, facilitator, author, avid Podcaster and producer of Toastcaster.com. Greg's columns currently appear at Canoe.com, Troy Media, GadgetGreg.com, GadgetGuy.ca, Active-Life Magazine and others. He's also appeared on a number of T…

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E81 - Be Concise 25:49

2y ago25:49

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Concise communication is one that effectively conveys the intended message using a minimum of words or information, without sacrificing clarity or essential details. It is characterized by brevity, precision, and the ability to deliver the message succinctly, leaving no room for confusion or unnecessary elaboration. Concise communication captures t…

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E80 - Pro tips 13:56

2y ago13:56

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In this short episode, your hosts reflect back to their most used communication advice. Brandon likes to rely on the " protip" and James likes to remain calm and use mirrors. The Use of "protip" is a great way to Share your knowledge without making the other person think that you are condescending and allows you to spread your influence. Brandon is…

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E79 - Inference Vs. Assumptions 22:16

2y ago22:16

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Assumptions and inferences are related concepts but have distinct differences. Here's a breakdown of their differences: Assumptions: 1. Definition: Assumptions are beliefs or statements that are taken for granted or accepted as true without concrete evidence or proof. 2. Basis: Assumptions are often based on personal beliefs, prior experiences, cul…

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E78 - Critical Thinking as a Communication Tool 29:54

2y ago29:54

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Critical thinking is the process of actively and skillfully analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing information or arguments to form well-reasoned judgments or decisions. It involves the ability to think independently, objectively, and logically, considering multiple perspectives and carefully examining evidence or information before accepting or r…

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E77 - Common Sense 31:46

2y ago31:46

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According to the Oxford English Dictionary, common sense is a good sense in practical matters. Aristotle explained such operations with reference to a higher-order perceptual capacity which unites and monitors the five senses. This capacity is known as the ‘common sense’ Your common sense is your natural ability to make good judgments and to behave…

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E76 - Jennifer Lacy - Hammering out soft skills 43:05

2y ago43:05

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Come celebrate our conversation with Jennifer lacy! She is the Building forward - lean practice leader for Robins and Morton. Founded in 1946, Robins & Morton is a privately held construction company that is one of the leading healthcare general contractors and healthcare construction management firms in the nation. From new hospitals and renovatio…

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E75 - Decision Fatigue 28:43

2y ago28:43

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Decision fatigue is a psychological phenomenon surrounding a person's ability or capacity to make decisions. It is also called ego depletion. The theory surrounding decision fatigue is that a human's ability to make decisions can get worse after making many decisions, as their brain will be more fatigued. Whether you're making breakfast or deciding…

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E74 - William Bullock - Empathy and Negotiation 41:18

2y ago41:18

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Our Guest today William Bullock, Negotiator for the UK Police and currently serves as the asset manager for the UK Ministry of Defense. He has spent 13 years as the most experienced and qualified hostage negotiator in the UK and have produced a groundbreaking conflict management training course. A Hostage Negotiator's specialist art of conflict man…

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E73 - Mindfulness 23:46

2y ago23:46

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Mindfulness can be seen as a tool for developing greater self-awareness. By being present and attentive to our inner experience, we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our motivations. This can help us make more conscious and intentional choices, and lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life. An analogy to explain the relationship bet…

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E72 - Reciprocity 22:10

2y ago22:10

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Reciprocity in its simplest terms refers to a give-and-take relationship where two or more people exchange information or actions in a balanced and mutually beneficial way. The automatic response that reciprocity creates is a feeling of obligation to return a favor or provide a similar action or information in response to what was given. When someo…

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E71- Yes...And 27:22

2y ago27:22

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The Yes...And method is an improvisational technique developed by The Second City, a renowned comedy theater and training center in Chicago. The technique is based on the principle of accepting and building on your partner's ideas in an improvised scene. The "Yes" in Yes...And refers to accepting and acknowledging what your scene partner has said o…

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E70 - Premature Elaboration 24:29

2y ago24:29

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Premature elaboration refers to the tendency of a person to provide excessive or unnecessary detail when communicating information. Here are some tips to avoid and correct this behavior: Plan ahead: Before you communicate information to your direct reports, take a moment to plan out what you want to say. Decide what information is necessary to conv…

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E69 - The Brutally Honest Conundrum 25:47

2y ago25:47

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Why do we use the words "brutal" and "honest" together? If we examine the definitions, brutal means “savagely violent,” and honest means “morally correct.” Interesting, right? How two very different things are associated so closely together. In our society, the term “brutally honest” is often accepted as a positive quality. Take a second to pause a…

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E68 - Navigating Tough Conversations 35:41

2+ y ago35:41

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An uncomfortable conversation is defined by the difficulty or sensitivity of the topic being discussed and the emotional responses it evokes in the participants. Generally, an uncomfortable conversation involves a topic that is difficult to discuss, such as personal conflicts, taboo subjects, or controversial issues. It may also involve challenging…

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E67 - Heuristics 24:46

2+ y ago24:46

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Heuristics Heuristics are mental shortcuts for solving problems in a quick way that delivers a result that is sufficient enough to be useful given time constraints. Investors and financial professionals use a heuristic approach to speed up analysis and investment decisions. Why do we use heuristics? The human brain and all its processes—including h…

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