In this episode, Jen Shirkani is joined by Steve Friedlein as they discuss the important distinction between our intended way of behaving vs our impact on others. 

Ever found yourself so far off track that you didn't recognize your own career anymore? In this raw and honest episode, Jen Shirkani shares the wake-up meeting she had and what happened next changed everything.

Discover why comfort can be more dangerous than fear and how losing sight of your core strengths costs you more than just money. This episode will give you the courage to course correct.

In this thought-provoking episode, host Jen Shirkani challenges the common saying "life is short" and argues for adopting a "life is long" mindset. She explores how this perspective shift impacts our decisions about health, finances, career, and wellbeing. Jen discusses why planning for decades ahead—even if uncertain—leads to better outcomes with minimal downside. From retirement planning to choosing patience over impulse, this episode offers practical wisdom for making choices that serve your long-term future.

Optimists dream big. Realists keep us grounded. In this episode, Jen, Angela, and Steve unpack how these two perspectives work together to create smarter, more balanced decisions and why you need a little of both.

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Empathy is a great thing until it starts working against
you. In this lively episode, Jen, Steve, and Angela dive into what happens when
empathy goes too far and why a dose of assertiveness can make your
conversations more honest, balanced, and effective

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Ever catch yourself reacting instead of responding when
you’re stressed? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jen, Angela, and Steve dive
into how stress affects your impulse control and share tips to break the cycle
before it breaks you.

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Knowing how you feel is one thing…sharing it is another.
Join Jen, Steve, and Angela as they unpack why expressing what you feel is just
as important, and how finding that balance can strengthen trust and connection
with others.

Links: 

5 Ways to Build Trust Using Emotional Expression

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/five-ways-build-trust-using-emotional-expression-jen-shirkani/?trackingId=kpkp1BNXTrSj%2BwNfu0fRtQ%3D%3D

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Think ego is always the enemy? Think again. In this episode,
Jen, Angela, and Steve dig into how ego can fuel growth when kept in check and
share practical ways to balance it with self-awareness for better results (and
fewer regrets).

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Ever wondered what truly sets introverts and extroverts
apart? In this kickoff to our new “vs” series, Jen, Steve, and Angela dive into
the real differences between these two personality types and the benefits of
knowing them. Discover why understanding this key trait can help you thrive at
work and in life.

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 Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it related to emotional intelligence (EQ). In this lively discussion with Jen Shirkani, Steve Friedlein and Angela Bearor learn ways that leaders can utilize AI most effectively, along with some warnings on how not to use it. 

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Show Links:
Forbes: 3 Ways AI is Redefining Leadership and Management by Brent Gleeson
https://www.livescience.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/there-are-32-different-ways-ai-can-go-rogue-scientists-say-from-hallucinating-answers-to-a-complete-misalignment-with-humanity

https://www.inc.com/fast-company-2/why-ai-is-making-11-meetings-irrelevant/91221071