055 – Not all twigs turn out to be snakes

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055 – Not all twigs turn out to be snakes

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Apr 27, 2020

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In this uncertain time, how do you talk to your team about what we are facing in a beneficial way? Because we are all impacted and influenced by what other people do, it is important to share positive stories and show through example what to do and how to react.
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Apr 27, 2020

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Welcome to our podcast, Anecdotally Speaking. Each week we tell a business story, talk about why it works and discuss where you might tell it at work. Our aim is to help you build your story repertoire.

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039 – Reply all and touch many: Have you ever felt nervous about making a mistake at work? Jill Roche shares a story which suggests you should look at mistakes as opportunities. by Anecdotally Speaking
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