The Jefferson Fisher Podcast

We've all dealt with difficult people at work. But how do you know when your boss is just having a bad day or when their behavior has become toxic?

Today, I'm joined by George Stern to talk about how to handle difficult bosses, set boundaries at work, and have conversations that most people are afraid to have. We break down the biggest red flags of a toxic workplace, what to say when you're being treated unfairly, and how to stand up for yourself without making things worse.

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Inner peace isn't about having everything in your life go perfectly. It's about learning how to stay grounded when things don't. In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author Yung Pueblo (Diego Perez) to talk about how self-awareness, meditation, and letting go can completely change the way we communicate and connect with others. We discuss how our past shapes our reactions, how to stay calm during difficult conversations, and why learning to pause before responding might be one of the most powerful skills you can develop. Diego also shares what he learned from spending 60 days in complete silence and how we can all find more peace without needing to change everything around us.

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Today, I'm joined by communication expert and bestselling author Vinh Giang for a conversation about the power of your voice. We break down how to sound confident even when you're nervous, use your tone to build trust, stop letting shyness hold you back, and become someone people actually want to listen to. Vinh also shares his personal journey from being afraid to speak up to teaching millions how to communicate with confidence. Whether you're speaking at work, having a difficult conversation, or trying to connect with the people you love, this episode will change the way you think about your voice.

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Making friends as an adult isn't easy. And sometimes, the people we consider friends aren't the ones we can actually count on. In this episode, I'm joined by organizational psychologist and bestselling author Adam Grant to talk about the science of human connection, why friendships change as we get older, and what it really takes to build meaningful relationships. We discuss the three types of friends everyone needs, why you don't have to talk every day to stay close, and how having difficult conversations can actually strengthen your relationships. Adam also shares practical ways to move past small talk, connect with people on a deeper level, and approach conflict with honesty instead of fear.

Buy Adam's new book, Vibe: https://adamgrant.net/book/vibe/

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What do you do when someone criticizes you, underestimates you, or makes you question your worth?

In this episode, I sit down with Grammy Award-winning artist Sheryl Crow to talk about handling criticism, letting go of other people's opinions, and finding peace when life doesn't go as planned.

Sheryl shares the advice that changed how she responds to negativity, what Dolly Parton taught her about confidence and kindness, and why sometimes the most powerful response is no response at all.

Listen to Sheryl’s new album, Pick You Up, wherever you listen to music!

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BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/jeffersonfisher for a discount on your first month of therapy.

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