Welcome to Workplace Hugs! A podcast where we talk about interesting things we’ve read and how it relates to the workplace experience. 〰️ Our goal here is simple: expand our workplace toolkit with a whole bunch of empathy without a whole new degree in 30 minutes or less a week. 〰️ First we hit the topic at a high level, then we dive deep into our career experiences with it, and end with some key takeaways you can leverage ASAP!
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Episode 249 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 249: Celebrate The Small Wins
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the importance of celebrating small wins.
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Episode 248 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 248: Design Thinking Part 2
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami continue their exploration of design thinking, focusing on empathy mapping as a tool for better understanding user needs and behaviors. They discuss how empathy mapping involves observing what people say, think, do, and feel, and how this process can guide design decisions, encourage…
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Episode 247 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 247: Design Thinking Part 1
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon introduce the concept of design thinking, which is focused on solving problems through empathy, creativity, and innovation. They explore the steps of the design thinking process, sharing real-life examples and how designing for one person’s core needs can lead to solutions that benef…
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Episode 246 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 246: I Could If...
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore the power of reframing limitations by changing "I can't" statements to "I could if I..."
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Episode 245 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 245: Working With Someone Without Seeing Them
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the concept of working with someone without being able to see them, drawing from an experience Rami had at a children's museum in Arkansas.
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Episode 244 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 244: How to Have A 20 Minute Networking Meeting
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss the book "The 20-Minute Networking Meeting" by Marcia Ballinger and Nathan A. Perez. They explore the structure and strategies for conducting effective and efficient networking meetings, especially for those who feel anxious about networking.…
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Episode 243 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 243: How to Radically Change Your Organization in One Week
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss a step-by-step guide for radically changing organizations in one week, based on an article from Harvard Business Review and the book "Move Fast and Fix Things" by Francis Fry and Ann Morris.
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Episode 242 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 242: Feedback Almost Always Makes Things Better
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the role of feedback in improving movies, drawing examples from "La La Land" and "Moonstruck." They highlight the importance of setting proper expectations at the beginning to enhance the audience's experience and apply these principles to various contexts, emphasizing the va…
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Episode 241 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 241: Ultralearning
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss the concept of "ultralearning," based on the book Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career by Scott H. Young. They explore the idea that anyone can rapidly acquire new skills by following specific techniques focused on intensive …
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Episode 240 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 240: Question to Help Yourself Stay
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore the concept of "stay interviews" as a proactive approach to employee retention, discussing four key questions to foster satisfaction and engagement in the workplace. They delve into strategies for both employees and leaders to enhance communication and well-being, emphasizing…
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Episode 239 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 239: Stitch
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the concept of "Stitch Night," inspired by Rami's son's TK class project involving a traveling stuffed animal named Stitch.
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Episode 238 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 238: What HR Leader Are Focused on for 2024
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Talks, Shannon and Rami delve into the priorities of HR leaders in 2024, focusing on leader and manager development, as well as career management and internal mobility.
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Episode 237 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 237: On AI & Such
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss the implications of AI, touching on quotes from industry leaders like Sam Altman and Peter Sheen. They explore the balance between leveraging technology and maintaining human connection, highlighting concerns about humans becoming too mechanized in their interactions.…
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Episode 236 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 236: Running into Someone is Amazing
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon share moments of serendipity, reflecting on the magic of unexpected encounters and how every second aligning just right can lead to delightful connections.
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Episode 235 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 235: The Right Kind of Wrong - The Science of Failing Well
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Episode Notes In this episode of the Workplace Hugs podcast, Rami and Shannon delve into the concept of failure, exploring the three types: basic, complex, and intelligent. They discuss the importance of fostering a learning culture, drawing parallels to scientific experimentation where failure is not only expected but embraced as a crucial compone…
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Episode 234 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 234: Dad Lessons on Mistakes
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami delve into the topic of mistakes, inspired by lessons from Shannon's dad. They share personal career mistakes, reflecting on the importance of learning from failures and reframing fear of making mistakes into opportunities for growth and trust.…
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Episode 233 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 233: About Time
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the concept of time, inspired by the movie "About Time." They explore themes of prioritizing relationships over distractions like phones and emphasize making time for what truly matters.
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Episode 232 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 232: Decoding Burnout - Actual Causes & Cures
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami delve into the topic of burnout, exploring the lesser-discussed cause of burnout: the collaborative footprint in organizations.
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Episode 231 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 231: H.A.L.T. & Help Yourself
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Episode Notes In this episode of the Workplace Hugs podcast, Shannon and Rami explore the concept of HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) as a tool for self-awareness and self-care, drawing parallels between parenting and personal reflection.
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Episode 230 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 230: Yellowstone
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Episode Notes In this episode of the Workplace Hugs podcast, Rami and Shannon delve into the importance of accountability and trust in both personal and professional contexts using a quote from the show "Yellowstone" as inspiration.
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Episode 229 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 229: Never Enough
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami discuss the book "Never Enough" by Jennifer Kim, focusing on the toxic nature of achievement culture and the cycle of generosity as an alternative.
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Episode 228 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 228: The Value of Making Decisions
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami delve into the importance of making decisions, drawing insights from Seth Godin's blog.
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Episode 227 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 227: Overused Tools
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami explore the concept of overused tools in relationships, drawing parallels between dull kitchen knives and ineffective communication styles.
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Episode 226 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 226: 6 Factors for a Healthy Relationship to Work
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon dig into the 6 factors for a healthy relationship to work and how we can all make our relationship to work better.
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Episode 225 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 225: Jack Skellington
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon delve into the enduring appeal of "The Nightmare Before Christmas" and its lessons on embracing new perspectives, remembering one's core identity, and the importance of experimentation without fully committing to drastic changes.
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Episode 224 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 224: The War for Late Night
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Episode Notes In this episode of "Workplace Hugs," Rami and Shannon discuss late-night talk show hosts, focusing on Conan O'Brien's tumultuous experience with "The Tonight Show" and the subsequent rise of Jimmy Fallon. They explore the concept of promises made in the workplace and the uncertainty of future opportunities, reflecting on the importanc…
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Episode 223 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 223: A Healthy Work Habits Checklist
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami discuss the concept of creating a healthy work habits checklist. Shannon shares examples of such checklists tailored to different needs, whether it's about establishing boundaries or ramping up productivity, encouraging listeners to create their own personalized lists for accountability…
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Episode 222 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 222: Canva's Workplace Empathy Case Study
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami discuss how Canva, a company known for its design suite, has integrated empathy into its workplace culture. They explore Canva's emphasis on empathy in communication, work processes, and leadership.
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Episode 221 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 221: Eddie Would Go
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon explore the concept of "Eddie would go," inspired by legendary surfer Eddie Aikau's fearless approach to surfing and saving lives.
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Episode 220 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 220: How to Persuade People
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami delve into the art of persuasion, offering practical tips on how to influence others effectively without authority, emphasizing the importance of understanding stakeholders, aligning to a shared purpose, crafting a compelling narrative, and playing the long game by nurturing relation…
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Episode 219 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 219: 4 Recruiters Unveil the Mysteries of Hiring: Part 2
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Episode Notes We are back with part 2 of or recruiter panel In this week's episode of Workplace Hugs. Rami and Shannon are joined again by 4 amazing recruiters again to help you answer the most common questions about the job hunting process. Alma(https://www.linkedin.com/in/almameeker/), Caroline(https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinewilson/), Kately…
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Episode 218 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 218: 4 Recruiters Unveil the Mysteries of Hiring: Part 1
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Episode Notes In this week's episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon are joined by 4 amazing recruiters to help you answer the most common questions about the job hunting process. Alma(https://www.linkedin.com/in/almameeker/), Caroline(https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinewilson/), Katelyn(https://www.linkedin.com/in/katelynmcmahan/), and Sarah(…
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Episode 217 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 217: How To Cultivate a Healthy Culture
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon explore the concept of a learning culture, explaining its benefits and offering practical tips on how to cultivate it in your workplace and even your family life.
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Episode 216 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 216: Julia Child and the Art of Diaries
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon explore the art of diaries through the lens of Julia Child's culinary notes, discussing how diaries reflect priorities, the importance of repetition in mastering skills, and how rejection is an inevitable part of growth.
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Episode 215 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 215: Comfort Strategies
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss comfort strategies, sharing personal insights and tips for finding solace in challenging times. From identifying comfort movies to practicing sensory exploration, they offer practical advice for navigating stress and uncertainty with grace.…
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Episode 214 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 214: Dickens and Prince
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Episode Notes In this week's episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon draw intriguing parallels between Charles Dickens and Prince, exploring their shared traits of challenging beginnings, prolific creativity, and the unconventional concept of needing 10,000 hours of consumption for mastery.
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Episode 213 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 213: Occam's Razor
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon look into the intriguing concept of Occam's Razor—a simple yet powerful problem-solving principle.
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Episode 212 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 212: How to Work + Grieve at the Same Time
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami talk about a sensitive topic – navigating work while grieving. Shannon shares personal experiences and offers five practical tips for those dealing with grief.
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Episode 211 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 211: How to Be a Trustworthy Human
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami delve into the theme of building trust in professional relationships. They explore the evolving expectations of trustworthiness, emphasizing that trust goes beyond just delivering results.
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Episode 210 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 210: Liane Davey Interview and The Good Fight
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Episode Notes In this week’s episode, Liane Davey, leadership expert and author of "The Good Fight," joins Shannon and Rami on Workplace Hugs. The trio dives deep into the concept of productive conflict, challenging the common notion that disagreement is akin to rowing in opposite directions. Leanne introduces the TARP exercise, a unique approach t…
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Episode 209 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 209: Listen Better
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Rami and Shannon dive into the art of listening, sharing five tips to become a stellar listener. They discuss the power of giving undivided attention, practicing active listening, avoiding interruptions, clarifying understanding, and empathizing with others.…
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Episode 208 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 208: A Company is Not A Family
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Episode Notes In this Episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon delve into the concept that a company is not a family, challenging the idea that work relationships should mirror familial bonds. They discuss a quote from Netflix, highlighting the difference between a family and a dream team in the workplace.…
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Episode 207 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 207: How to Do Anything
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Episode Notes In this Workplace Hugs episode, Shannon and Rami explore the idea of achieving anything by discussing the quote, "In order to get something you've never had, you must be willing to do something you've never done." They break down the "get" and "do" energies, favoring an inside-out approach centered on feeling emotions rather than mere…
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Episode 206 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 206: Oscar Wars
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon explore the intriguing history of the Academy Awards. Rami, an avid fan of the Oscars, shares insights from a book called "Oscar Wars" by Michael Shulman. Rami identifies three key themes from the book that resonate with workplace and life lessons: the need to beat the system to chan…
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Episode 205 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 205: How to Engage a Disengaged Manager in Your Development
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami discuss how to engage a disengaged manager in your career development. They provide a step-by-step approach for employees to proactively assess their skills, have a dialogue with their manager about their career goals and development needs, and work collaboratively to create a develo…
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Episode 204 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 204: Talking about the Gollem you see
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Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the concept of people hesitating to speak up about potential problems or issues at work, drawing parallels from "The Lord of the Rings" where characters notice a looming threat but are reluctant to voice their concerns. They explore ways to create a culture where employees fe…
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Episode 203 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 203: Stolen Focus
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Episode Notes In this week's episode, hosts Shannon and Rami discuss the book "Stolen Focus" by Johann Herr and explore the challenges of attention in the modern world filled with constant distractions. They provide eight practical tips and tricks to help listeners reclaim their focus, including adopting a 10-minute rule before checking your phone,…
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Episode 202 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 202: Signs You’re Ready for the Next Opportunity
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Episode Notes In this episode of "Workplace Hugs," hosts Shannon and Rami discuss signs that indicate you might be ready for the next opportunity in your career. They offer valuable insights such as exceeding expectations, having student partners who seek your guidance, thinking about the bigger picture, having a clear idea of what you want to purs…
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Episode 201 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 201: It only takes one person to start a movement
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Episode Notes In this episode of "Workplace Hugs," Rami and Shannon discuss the phenomenon of doing the wave at sporting events and how it only takes one enthusiastic person to start a movement. They reminisce about the joy of participating in the wave and share insights into how one passionate individual can initiate change or inspire others to jo…
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Episode 200 – Workplace Hugs - Episode 200: Anything You Can Imagine
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Episode Notes In the 200th episode of "Workplace Hugs," Rami and Shannon discuss the book "Anything You Can Imagine" by Ian Nathan, which explores the making of "The Lord of the Rings" by Peter Jackson. They highlight three key lessons: keeping the source material at the heart of your work, finding creative ways to overcome roadblocks, and delegati…
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