If you’re a human being, you’ve felt awkward. But what if those uncomfortable moments are actually valuable on the job and in the rest of your life? Daniel Pink interviews Melissa Dahl, author of Cringeworthy: A Theory of Awkwardness.

Cringeworthy: A Theory of Awkwardness - with Melissa Dahl

Get the biggest ideas from the best business books. In each episode, #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pink selects 1 important book, asks its author 3 key questions (What’s the big idea? Why should I care? What should I do?), and wraps it all up in under 20 minutes.

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