How to make friends at work (w/ Master Fixers Kate Moennig & Leisha Hailey of The L Word)
You might know Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey from their iconic roles as best friends Shane and Alice on The L Word—they’re best friends in real life, too! In this special episode, Anne and Frances talk with Kate and Leisha about their new book So Gay for You and uncover the story of their friendship and its critical role in their success as actors on the show (and beyond). They dig into the benefits and risks of working with your friends, discuss the importance of honest communication, and explore how the L Word team leveraged real-world relationships for better storytelling.FollowHosts: Anne Morriss (@annemorriss | LinkedIn: @anne-morriss), Frances Frei (@francesxfrei | LinkedIn: @francesfrei) Guests: Kate Moennig (Instagram: @kateomoennig) Leisha Hailey (Instagram: @leishahailey) Linkshttps://anneandfrances.com/Book: So Gay for YouSubscribe to TED Instagram: @tedYouTube: @TEDTikTok: @tedtoksLinkedIn: @ted-conferencesWebsite: ted.comPodcasts: ted.com/podcastsFor 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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Innovation: Coming up with new ideas (Boss Class from The Economist)
A good boss is a rare breed. That’s because running an organisation is hard. It means getting to grips with the world’s most baffling substance: people.The Economist’s management columnist, Andrew Palmer, is here to help. With his trademark wit, he distills advice and experience from bosses across business and the public sector. Whether you manage people now or want to in the future; whether you’re in charge of a company or you dream of founding one; whether you want to build a culture or just give a good presentation—Boss Class is for you.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 say no (from WorkLife with Adam Grant)
In a world filled with requests, many of us are struggling to stay afloat. Even if you’re not a people-pleaser, the desire to maintain a positive reputation can make it hard to turn others down. In this episode, Adam explores the art and science of delivering an effective “no.” He highlights strategies for setting boundaries with others to create space for yourself—and healthier relationships with those around you. This episode originally aired April 29, 2025.For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/worklife/worklife-with-adam-grant-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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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.
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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