WorkLife with Adam Grant

"WorkLife with Adam Grant," a part of the TED Audio Collective podcast.

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The secrets of a great apology

The secrets of a great apology

When you mess up, a sincere apology can make all the difference. But making things right takes more than a simple “I’m sorry.” In this episode, Adam takes us from the pre-kindergarten classroom to Formula One’s race track to investigate what it takes to make amends, right wrongs, and repair relationships. 


Guests: pre-K teacher Kath Konecky; management professor Beth Polin; Formula One executive Mark Gallagher.


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Beth Polin (Website: eku.edu/personnel/dr-beth-polin/)

Mark Gallagher (Website: mark-gallagher.com/)


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The dangers of identity capitalism with Jia Tolentino

The dangers of identity capitalism with Jia Tolentino

In this season of WorkLife, we’re pairing each of our regular episodes with a companion interview to do a deeper dive into the topic. This is the deeper dive for our episode on the case against personal branding. Jia Tolentino is a writer at The New Yorker, screenwriter, and author of Trick Mirror—as a lauded culture critic, she’s a keen observer (and occasional victim) of the pressures we all face to brand ourselves online. Jia and Adam discuss the dark side of self-surveillance, the dangers of identity capitalism, and the routes to greater authenticity.


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Guest: Jia Tolentino (Instagram: @jiatortellini | Website: jia.blog/


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newyorker.com/contributors/jia-tolentino

Book: Trick Mirror


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The case against personal branding

The case against personal branding

In the age of social media and influencers, we’re constantly pushed to think of ourselves as brands—shiny packages containing all of our best traits to market to employers and followers. But striving to build a “personal brand” may actually hinder your ability to make genuine connections and maintain a strong reputation. In this episode, Adam explores the science on alternatives to personal branding and explains why contribution, collaboration, and humility are better self-promotional tools than a carefully crafted image. Guests: management professor Mark Bolino; military leader Chevy Cook; writer and brand consultant Debbie Millman, host of the podcast Design Matters.


Host: Adam Grant (Instagram: @adamgrant | LinkedIn: @adammgrant | Website: adamgrant.net/)

Guest:

Mark Bolino (Instagram: | Website: ou.edu/price/bios/mark-bolino)

Chevy Cook (LinkedIn: @chaveso-chevy-cook | Website: ausa.org/people/ltc-chaveso-cook)

Debbie Millman (Instagram: @debbiemillman | LinkedIn: @deborahmillman | Website: https://debbiemillman.com/


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https://www.centerformentoring.com/about-us/meet-chevy-cook-phd


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Protecting your time with Linda Babcock

Protecting your time with Linda Babcock

In this season of WorkLife, we’re pairing each of our regular episodes with a companion interview to do a deeper dive into the topic. This is the deeper dive for our episode on how to say no. Linda Babcock is a professor emerita of economics at Carnegie Mellon and co-author of “The No Club,” a club of people who help each other set boundaries. Linda and Adam share some of their personal struggles and lessons with around no, discuss Linda’s research on why women take on more non-promotable tasks at work, and explore novel strategies for us all to guard our time against people who don’t respect it.


To listen to our previous episode, "How to Say No," click here!


Host: Adam Grant (Instagram: @adamgrant | LinkedIn: @adammgrant | Website: adamgrant.net/)

Guest: Linda Babcock (Website: thenoclub.com


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The No Club: Putting a Stop to Women’s Dead-End Work


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How to say no

How to say no

In a world filled with requests, many of us are struggling to stay afloat. Even if you’re not a people-pleaser, the desire to maintain a positive reputation can make it hard to turn others down. In this episode, Adam explores the art and science of delivering an effective “no.” He highlights strategies for setting boundaries with others to create space for yourself—and healthier relationships with those around you. Guests: psychologist Vanessa Bohns, author of You Have More Influence Than You Think; Sherri Lu, founder of Eldest Daughter Club; playwright Topher Payne, author of The Tree Who Set Healthy Boundaries.


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Vanessa Bohns (Instagram: @profbohns | Website: vanessabohns.com/)

Sherri Lu (Instagram: @eldestdaughterclub)

Topher Payne (Instagram: @topherwrites | Website: topherpayne.com/)


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You Have More Influence Than You Think by Vanessa Bohns

Eldest Daughter Club's Newsletter (Substack)

The Tree Who Sets Healthy Boundaries by Topher Payne


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Shonda Rhimes on saying yes to what scares you

Shonda Rhimes on saying yes to what scares you

Shonda Rhimes is the revolutionary creator, writer, and executive producer behind so many groundbreaking TV shows—from Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal to Bridgerton and How To Get Away With Murder. Her work has changed the way stories are told on TV and the lives of viewers who see themselves represented on the screen for the first time. Shonda and Adam sit down for a live conversation at BetterUp’s Uplift Summit to discuss the moments that shaped Shonda’s success, what it takes to make bold moves, and the lessons from Shonda’s memoir Year of Yes. They also compare notes on the shared traits of great leaders and storytellers, and Shonda weighs in on what makes a pitch compelling.


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Guest: Shonda Rhimes (Instagram: @shondarhimes | TikTok: @shonarhimes


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shondaland.com

shondalandmedia.com

Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes


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Melinda French Gates on navigating change

Melinda French Gates on navigating change

Melinda French Gates is a philanthropist, business leader, advocate, and self-proclaimed “recovering perfectionist.” In her new book, The Next Day, she opens up about the lessons she’s learned about change, from getting divorced to leaving the Gates Foundation that she co-founded and co-chaired for decades. Melinda and Adam discuss how derailment can become an opportunity for growth and emphasize the importance of a strong support system. They also dig into Melinda’s perspective on philanthropy, and debate whether it’s best to give with your head or your heart.


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Guest: Melinda French Gates (Instagram: @melindafrenchgates | LinkedIn: @melindagates | Website: melindafrenchgates.com/


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The Next Day by Melinda French Gates

gatesfoundation.org


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We’re wrong about what makes us happy with Dan Gilbert

We’re wrong about what makes us happy with Dan Gilbert

What do you think will make you happy next year? According to Dan Gilbert’s research, your guess is probably wrong. Dan is a Harvard psychologist, bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness, and popular TED talker, and he and Adam discuss why it’s so difficult to make accurate predictions about our own future and how to figure out what actually makes us happy. The two also chat about Dan’s experience as a high school dropout-turned-professor, examine why small annoyances might hang around longer than major gripes, and determine the best way to end a conversation.


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Guest: Daniel Gilbert (X: @DanTGilbert


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Stumbling on Happiness


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Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird on leading great teams and moving on

Megan Rapinoe & Sue Bird on leading great teams and moving on

Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are two of the greatest athletes of all time — Megan is an Olympic gold medalist and was named the best soccer player in the world by FIFA. Sue has won five of her own Olympic gold medals in basketball and four WNBA championships. Now that the couple have each retired from their legendary sports careers, they host a podcast together, a Touch More, and continue to play a major role in the meteoric rise of women’s sports. They talk with Adam about how to make a team great and leadership lessons from sports. They also discuss their difficult decisions to retire, and how to know when it’s time to let go and move on.


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Guests: Megan Rapinoe (Instagram: @mrapinoe) Sue Bird (Instagram: @sbird10


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youtube.com/@atouchmore


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Bio of WorkLife with Adam Grant

"WorkLife with Adam Grant," a part of the TED Audio Collective podcast, provides an engaging and enlightening journey into the realm of work. 

Collaborating with Transmitter Media, each episode offers compelling narratives and expert perspectives, delivering profound insights that can enrich one's experience in the workplace. 

Whether you're seeking to improve your professional life, lead more effectively, or simply understand the intricacies of work dynamics, this podcast offers valuable lessons and inspiration that can lead to positive changes in your work life.

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