Live+Work More Human

Today's Brain Snack is a succinct cheat sheet on how to make the case for a 4 day week. We sit down with Joe O'Connor, coauthor of Do More in Four, and explore the transformative potential of a shorter workweek, its strategic implementation, and benefits for organizations and employees.

Key takeaways include:
A shorter workweek can differentiate your organization in a competitive talent market.
Successful implementation requires careful planning, bottom-up approach, and strategic re-engineering.
A 4-day week can boost productivity, employee satisfaction, and organizational resilience.

Listen to the full episode with Joe right here, and learn more at Live+Work More Human.

Happy Brain Snacking!
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In this open-hearted episode, Alexis and Sally engage with Fiona Vale, co-founder of Humanico, to explore the transformative power of strengths-based living. They delve into how understanding and leveraging your unique strengths can lead to greater self-awareness, enhance leadership capabilities, and foster deeper, more meaningful relationships. Fiona shares her journey from diverse career paths to founding Humanico, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and acting on your innate talents to thrive in today's AI-driven world.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to unlock their full potential and navigate the complexities of modern life with confidence and clarity.

Key Topics:

The personal impact of Gallup CliftonStrengths
Moving beyond roles to core human traits
The unique and rare composition of individual talent profiles
Practical applications in work, relationships, and community
Self-awareness as a tool to prevent burnout
Balancing tension among different strengths themes
The irreplaceable nature of human skills in AI era
Tools like the strengths wheel for team problem-solving

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Intro to strengths’ role in living more human
(03:19) - Fiona’s founder story & Humanico’s mission
(08:20) - Significance of strengths at work and beyond
(12:38) - Fiona’s personal leadership insights
(17:14) - Real examples of leveraging strengths in teams
(22:30) - The uniqueness of strength configurations (1 in 34 million)
(30:44) - The importance of dedicated thinking time
(48:23) - Human skills that AI can't replicate

Learn more about Fiona and her incredible work at www.liveandworkmorehuman.com

And learn more about Humanico at www.humanico.co
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Meetings should be intentional and purpose-driven. And yet so often they fall short. Today in your Brain Snack, we talk to author and expert Rebecca Hinds PhD about the dysfunction of meetings, their purpose, and how organizations can redesign their meeting culture for better productivity and connection. Rebecca Hinds shares insights on when meetings are necessary, how to reduce unnecessary meetings, and strategies to foster genuine team bonds.

Key takeaways
The history and evolution of meetings in the workplace
The 4D CEO test for meeting necessity
Effective strategies for reducing unnecessary meetings
Building team connection without meetings
Overcoming resistance to meeting culture change

Listen to the full episode here and learn more at more at www.liveandworkmorehuman.com

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Not a minute goes by without the term ‘AI’ being dropped. Most of us are buried on screens for hours and hours each day. We’re speaking less, we’re connecting less, we’re so, unbelievably BUSY. So what does it mean to stay human in this chaotic, at times overwhelming, world? And why does it matter so much right now – more than ever?

Join us in this compelling discussion with Dara Simkin, a global voice in play and founder of Culture Hero, as we explore the concept of being a full stack human. In a world overwhelmed by technology, Dara shares practical strategies for maintaining authenticity, emotional resilience, and human connection. This episode unpackages how to live more human amid rapid societal and technological change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The metaphor of full stack humans inspired by technology programming
How biases and early programming shape our identity and behaviors
The immunity to change framework to overcome resistance and foster growth
The importance of emotional awareness and feeling your feelings safely
Strategies for staying human: connection, play, and authenticity
The role of intelligent optimism and strategic hope in shaping a better future
Recognizing and navigating achievement syndrome and systemic programming
How to push back against societal pressures and systems that threaten our humanity
The significance of holding multiple ideas and adaptable thinking
The benefits of embodying a full stack human: vitality, aliveness, and resilience

Learn more about Dara's incredible work and much more at www.liveandworkmorehuman.com
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Today's Brain Snack explores the evolving landscape of hybrid work, its profitability, impact on productivity, mental health, and the future of office mandates with Professor of Economics at Stanford University, Nick Bloom. Nick share data-driven insights and practical advice for organizations navigating post-pandemic work models.

Key takeaways include:
Profitability of hybrid work
Impact of remote work on mental health
Optimal hybrid work schedules
Employee engagement and loneliness
Organizational strategies for hybrid work

Learn more in the full episode right here for our full conversation with Nick Bloom, and learn more about Live+Work More Human right here.

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