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Modern Mentor

729 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 620 ratings

Modern Mentor is your guide to leadership and communication, helping you craft a workplace environment you can feel good about. She’ll share tips to help you balance your work and personal life, effectively invest your time, and be mindful about where you’re devoting your energy. Let Modern Mentor help you navigate your path to success—however you define it.

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How to have a hard conversation

July 19, 2022 03:38 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MB

When you know you need to have a hard conversation with someone—but your stomach is tense and your hands are sweating and you want to put it off for as long as you can… how do you find the courage—and the plan—to have a conversation that delivers a better outcome while preserving the relationship? Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel yo...

How to overcome common workplace fears

July 12, 2022 05:11 - 7 minutes - 7.44 MB

Sometimes fear holds us back from doing the right thing—making the right call. And it’s time to look that fear in the eye, call it out, and step over it—just do the right thing. Here are some of the most common workplace fears and thoughts on how to conquer them. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Modern Me...

How to create your own luck

July 05, 2022 06:51 - 8 minutes - 7.74 MB

Luck is not a passive thing that happens to us. It’s something we have the power to influence, to bring to life. There are certain habits that “lucky” people tend to have. Let’s learn what they are and how to put them to use. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Modern Mentor is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips...

How to explain a gap in your résumé

June 28, 2022 05:37 - 8 minutes - 6.05 MB

Worried that a gap in employment will hold you back in your job search? No way! Here's how to turn that résumé gap into a compelling part of your story that makes you uniquely qualified. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Modern Mentor is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips...

How to be more connected at work

June 21, 2022 08:35 - 7 minutes - 7.32 MB

Feeling connection at work really matters. It grounds you, it makes you feel part of an ecosystem, it provides space for collaboration and informal learning. Connection has been tough lately. Teams are struggling—they’ve never met in person or even haven’t seen each other in years, or they’re doing the hybrid thing but the workplace is emptier and just doesn’t feel as connective. Let’s talk about small steps we can each take to turn up that connection dial. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel...

How to be better at failure

June 14, 2022 07:56 - 6 minutes - 6.62 MB

Failure is often conflated with carelessness, and we are (rightfully!) afraid of seeming careless. But failure—true failure—is something we achieve with intention. By understanding what failure is and how to use it as fuel rather than shame, we can take proactive steps to hone this skill over time. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel y...

How to delegate well—even if you're not a leader

June 07, 2022 08:07 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MB

Delegating effectively is not about “dumping the grunt work” on someone else, but rather about ensuring the right people do the right work in service of shared goals. With this mindset, there are some basic strategies anyone—people leader or not—can use to manage that delegation effectively. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your pro...

Driving Inclusion and Belonging at Work: a Conversation with Bain’s Chief Diversity Officer

May 31, 2022 05:13 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

There’s a lot of buzz these days around the concepts of Inclusion and Belonging. We know they are important drivers of employee engagement and retention. We all want to experience inclusion and belonging and to help create that same experience for colleagues and team members around us. But how to make that happen can sometimes feel mysterious. I had the opportunity to speak with Bain & Company’s  Julie Coffman and Nishma Gosrani. Julie is Bain’s Chief Diversity Officer and the leader of the...

Not feeling valued at work?

May 24, 2022 01:44 - 7 minutes - 7.39 MB

You're giving work your all, but you're just not feeling appreciated. Modern Mentor has 5 ways to find the love. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Modern Mentor is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips. Links:  https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/modern-mentor-newsletter https://...

Do I do it fast or right?

May 17, 2022 02:44 - 8 minutes - 6.2 MB

We get a lot of mixed messaging when it comes to managing the tension between speed and efficiency. We need to be sure—to have the data, to have done the research and the analysis before deciding or implementing. But also, we need to be agile, move quickly, test and learn, and not fall into analysis-paralysis. How do we find the middle ground? Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscrib...

Help! My company's hybrid policy isn't working for me

May 10, 2022 04:41 - 7 minutes - 5.81 MB

Has your company taken an “everyone in the office on Wednesday” approach to managing a hybrid workforce? Rachel Cooke, your Modern Mentor, explains what you can do if your office’s hybrid policy isn’t working for you. Modern Mentor is written and hosted by Rachel Cooke. Transcript available at Simplecast. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Modern Mentor is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips....

How to Productively Show Off What You've Learned

May 02, 2022 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.33 MB

You love learning. So much so that you realize you may be over-consuming and under-executing what you've picked up. Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for productively showcasing what you've learned—so you look great and are delivering value to clients, colleagues, and customers. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Faceb...

Harness the Power of Your Anxiety with Dr. Chloe Carmichael

April 19, 2022 17:15 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

If you've ever felt like your anxiety has been holding you back, then this interview with Dr. Chloe Carmichael is a must-listen for you. In her new book Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety, Dr. Chloe shares her favorite tools for taking control of your anxiety and using it to fuel your professional—and personal—success. Get Dr. Chloe's book on Amazon, Bookshop.org, or your local bookstore. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. Find Modern Mentor on Facebook, Twitter, and ...

5 Red Flags to Watch For During a Job Interview

April 18, 2022 10:30 - 7 minutes - 6.68 MB

As the Great Resignation continues, talent has all the leverage these days. If you're hunting for a new job, you're evaluating the company as much as they're evaluating you. Today, Modern Mentor highlights some common red flags—and what to watch for before you decide to accept an offer. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook...

How to Catch Up When You've Fallen Behind

April 11, 2022 11:30 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MB

Happens to the best of us—we bite of more than we can chew, and suddenly we're drowning in work. Today, Modern Mentor shares an action plan you can follow when it's time to declare to-do list bankruptcy! Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www...

How to Dial Up Your Confidence

April 04, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.62 MB

Is something holding you back from chasing the professional outcome you want most right now—the bigger job, the senior mentor, the chance to lead a team? It's possible that your confidence needs a boost. Modern Mentor shares her favorite actionable strategies you can use immediately to dial that confidence way up! Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join ...

The Surprising Upside of Procrastination

March 28, 2022 06:15 - 8 minutes - 7.7 MB

We all groan about procrastination as though it's a problem we have to fix. But what if procrastinating offers some magical secret advantages? Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/business-career/careers/the-surprising-upside-of-procrastination https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickan...

How to See, Solve, Scale with Danny Warshay

March 21, 2022 05:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

If you’ve ever thought that you just weren't born with the creative spirit or entrepreneurial mindset, then today's interview with Danny Warshay is for you. His new book—See, Solve Scale—explains how anyone can be more creative in a structured way. Get your copy of See, Solve, Scale: Amazon Audible Bookshop.org Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and...

How to Prioritize When Everything Is a Priority

March 14, 2022 12:30 - 8 minutes - 7.5 MB

When it feels like everything is an emergency, how can you manage your work without taking on the weight of the world? Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for keeping your priorities in check. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.q...

How to (Safely!) Take Risks at Work

March 07, 2022 17:30 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MB

We know that taking risks is the key to innovation. But playing is safe is just so... safe! If fear is holding you back from taking risks at work, Modern Mentor has some tips to share to help you contain and take risks without fear. Read the transcript at Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickan...

Missing Insights from the Virtual Water Cooler

February 28, 2022 11:15 - 8 minutes - 7.47 MB

How do you get informal insights about your work when you don't have a water cooler to chat around? Modern Mentor shares some of her favorite recent insights on what employees need from their workplaces right now. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ h...

How to Achieve Executive Presence in 2022

February 21, 2022 16:15 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MB

Executive presence is one's ability to inspire trust, credibility, and poise. But what does that actually mean and how do you achieve it? Modern Mentor shares her favorite framework and some simple action steps you can take to inspire confidence in your leadership capability. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, ...

How to Get More (and Better) Feedback at Work

February 14, 2022 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MB

Why can it be difficult to get feedback from our managers and peers? Today, Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for unlocking more feedback and receiving it with grace. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/pod...

How to Discover Your Ikigai

February 07, 2022 16:15 - 7 minutes - 7.16 MB

If your appetite for meaning and purpose is feeling heartier than ever right now, then a hunt for your Ikigai—your life's purpose—may be just what you need. Modern Mentor shares an action plan and a story of her own self-discovery. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickand...

How to Deal With a Burned Out Boss

January 31, 2022 06:45 - 7 minutes - 6.83 MB

You know the importance of managing your energy and priorities to stave off burnout. But what happens when your boss is the one who's struggling, and you're left feeling the pain of it? Modern Mentor shares her favorite tips for helping your boss see and manage their burnout. Read the transcript on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, ...

Unleash Your Creativity with Todd Henry

January 24, 2022 07:15 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking that creativity is something mystical—reserved exclusively for artists and inventors, then Modern Mentor's conversation with Todd Henry, host of the Accidental Creative podcast, will change your mind and get you into your creative zone today! Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Faceboo...

Languishing? Here’s How to Turn it Around

January 17, 2022 08:00 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MB

You may not be at the point of burnout... but might you be languishing? Many are experiencing a feeling of "meh" right now. And today Modern Mentor shares the three keys to overcoming the languishing and landing instead in a state of flourishing and flow. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. ...

How to Run an Effective Hybrid Meeting

January 10, 2022 18:15 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MB

We've done in-person meetings. We've done virtual meetings. And now we're in the messy middle, trying to figure out how to run a great hybrid meeting. Modern Mentor shares her favorite strategies for running a great meeting in which virtual and in-person participants can all have an outstanding experience and deliver a meaningful outcome. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel y...

The Secret to Winning at Work in 2022

January 03, 2022 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MB

If you're looking to level up your creative solutioning superpowers at work this year, then add this consulting secret to your toolbox: run an amazing discovery process, and watch your solutions land right on point. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips...

How to Set and Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions

December 27, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

To celebrate the new year, Modern Mentor host Rachel Cooke moderates a special panel of Quick and Dirty Tips experts to discuss New Year's Resolutions and how to achieve your 2022 goals. You'll hear from: Monica Reinagel, host of Nutrition Diva Dr. Jonathan Su, host of Get-Fit Guy Laura Adams, host of Money Girl and me, Rachel Cooke, host of Modern Mentor, as your moderator Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professi...

Breaking into Your Genius Zone with Gay Hendricks

December 20, 2021 17:45 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

How do you unlock your best creative potential? Bestselling author Gay Hendricks joins Modern Mentor for a discussion of his new book The Genius Zone: The Breakthrough Process to End Negative Thinking and Live in True Creativity to help reveal the key. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Li...

The Antidote to Workplace Hustle Culture

December 13, 2021 06:30 - 8 minutes - 7.4 MB

If your workplace insists that everything is a priority, vacation days are for the weak, and a moment not grinding out work is a moment wasted, then you're likely living in hustle culture. Modern Mentor shares her advice on why—and how—to dial back the hustle. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Linke...

Discover Your Spark with Jonathan Fields

December 06, 2021 13:45 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Award-winning author Jonathan Fields joins Modern Mentor to discuss his new book, Sparked, and offer his research-backed wisdom on how we can all rediscover our spark—the thing that makes us feel most alive. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ ...

Being a Giver Is the Secret to Getting Ahead

November 29, 2021 10:45 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MB

Givers have got an edge! Research shows that some of the most successful people are also generous with their time, wisdom, and insight. Here's why being a giver at work gives you a competitive advantage, along with some strategies to help you wisely distribute your gifts. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/b...

624 - Being a Giver Is the Secret to Getting Ahead

November 29, 2021 10:45 - 9 minutes - 7.12 MB

Givers have got an edge! Research shows that some of the most successful people are also generous with their time, wisdom, and insight. Here's why being a giver at work gives you a competitive advantage, along with some strategies to help you wisely distribute your gifts. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/bu...

Is There Any Escape from the 40-Hour Workweek?

November 22, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MB

Are you "over" the 40-hour workweek, but aren't sure how to make it better or escape it without going broke? Modern Mentor offers some new insights grounded in her own experience of burnout. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quick...

It's Time to Question Your Workplace Defaults

November 15, 2021 11:30 - 7 minutes - 6.86 MB

Are your work defaults helping you stay organized, on track, and productive? Or are they bad habits that sap your energy and creativity? Today, Modern Mentor shares some bad habits to watch out for at work. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ h...

Left Behind: What To Do When Everyone's Quitting but You

November 08, 2021 15:30 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MB

As many people continue to quit their jobs, what happens to those who choose to stay behind? Modern Mentor shares her actionable advice for those who are staying in place and are left to pick up the slack. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ ht...

Surrounded By Bad Bosses and Lazy Employees: Interview with Thomas Erikson

November 01, 2021 10:30 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

Thomas Erikson, bestselling author and behavioral expert, shares his insights and advice on how to deal with all the bad bosses and lazy employees in the workplace. In this interview with Modern Mentor, he describes a personality framework that can help us leverage the diversity of styles at work for better relationships and stronger outcomes. Pick up his book, Surrounded By Bad Bosses (and Lazy Employees); How to Stop Struggling, Start Succeeding, and Deal With Idiots at Work, to learn mor...

How to Combat Toxic Productivity

October 25, 2021 10:45 - 9 minutes - 8.48 MB

While productivity is a virtue so many of us chase, is it possible you've fallen into the trap of toxic productivity? Modern Mentor shares her own experience with toxic productivity as well as the strategies she's using to combat it Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www....

What the [BLEEP] is agility at work?

October 18, 2021 17:45 - 7 minutes - 6.92 MB

Hiring leaders are hungry for talent that can demonstrate agility. But what is agility, and how do you demonstrate your chops? Modern Mentor breaks it down for you in 4 simple steps. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtyt...

How To Tell Your Boss You’re Unhappy at Work

October 12, 2021 11:45 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MB

Feeling unhappy, bored, or under-valued at work? It may be time to talk to your boss about it. Don't be afraid! Modern Mentor shares her top strategies for a successful—and totally not awkward—conversation! Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ h...

BONUS: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

October 08, 2021 00:00 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MB

On Purpose with Jay Shetty brings you conversations with some of the most incredible people on the planet like Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, and Oprah. Hear the real life stories behind their journeys, the tools they used, the books they read, and the people who made a difference in their lives. Follow On Purpose with Jay Shetty on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, or wherever you find your podcasts.

How To Be Your Own Best Advocate at Work

October 04, 2021 15:30 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MB

Are you striving for something at work—a promotion, a leave of absence, a leadership opportunity—but aren't sure how to make it happen? You may need to head down the path of self-advocacy. Modern Mentor shares her tips for being your own best advocate at work. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Linke...

A Guide to Solopreneurship: A Conversation with Money Girl Laura Adams

September 27, 2021 07:15 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

If you've ever considered making the leap into solopreneurship or side hustling but you're intimidated by all that you don't know...then QDT's own Money Girl, Laura Adams, is here to help. She speaks to Modern Mentor about all things finance, insurance, productivity, and purpose in starting up your own gig. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join ...

How to Make the Peer-to-Boss Transition

September 20, 2021 10:45 - 8 minutes - 7.47 MB

Getting promoted is a thing to celebrate! But when you get promoted to boss on your own team... the transition can be hard to make. Modern Mentor answers a listener question about how to gracefully transition from peer to boss. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quick...

Let's Bring Fun Back to the Workplace!

September 13, 2021 11:15 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MB

Stuck in an "all work no play" kind of moment? Modern Mentor shares her favorite tips for bringing fun back into the workplace! Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.facebook....

How to Ease Into Back-to-School Without Losing Your Mind

September 06, 2021 07:45 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MB

The back-to-school season can be incredibly demanding. Modern Mentor shares her own experience - and advice - for easing into the fall season with grace. These tips will help you balance high-productivity with a sense of humanity.

How to Detect Bullshit with John Petrocelli

August 30, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Bullshit can be found all around us. But how do you know when it's actually harmful and dangerous? John Petrocelli, social psychologist and author of the new book The Life-Changing Science of Detecting Bullshit joins Modern Mentor for a conversation to help decode, demystify, and push past the BS. And yes, it’s science. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation o...

5 Ways to Navigate Generational Conflict at Work

August 22, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MB

Generational conflict in the workplace is distracting and it limits what we're able to achieve collectively. Modern Mentor shares her action plan for pushing through this conflict and harnessing the power of a multigenerational workforce. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows. Subscribe to the newsletter to get more tips to fuel your professional success. Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ h...

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