Workplace Hugs
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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..
Workplace Hugs
2d ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1w ago
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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 component of growth and innovation ..read more
Workplace Hugs
2w ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
3w ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1M ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1M ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1M ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1M ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
1M ago
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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 ..read more
Workplace Hugs
2M ago
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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 ..read more