Modern Mentor

By QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Rachel Cooke is your guide to leadership and communication, helping you craft a workplace environment you can feel good about. She’ll share tips to help you balance your work and personal life, effect... more

4.3

679679 ratings

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about Modern Mentor:

How many episodes does Modern Mentor have?

The podcast currently has 1,071 episodes available.

Modern Mentor episodes:

June 16, 2026 The 3 conversations every team needs right now
901. Three challenges showing up in organizations everywhere right now. Rachel shares what she's hearing, what she's designing, and what's actually helping teams move.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
10min
June 13, 2026 How to Love Your Job Even When It Isn't Perfect
Not every job is a perfect fit, but that doesn't mean you can't love the one you're with. Your job can be a whole lot more than just a means to a paycheck.

Encore Episode: This episode originally aired in February of 2020.

Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows: www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts

JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-mentor-podcast/
Newsletter: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/modern-mentor-newsletter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTModernMentor

Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke.
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at [email protected].

Modern Mentor is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
10min
June 09, 2026 Career advice for new grads (that I wish I had)
900. Graduating into uncertainty isn't new. Every generation has done it. Rachel shares five pieces of career advice she wishes someone had handed her on the way out the door.

Expert advice for navigating life after graduation — for new grads and the people cheering them on. From finances and freelancing to nutrition and knowing when to ask for help, find it all in our "Life After Graduation" playlist on Spotify.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
11min
June 02, 2026 How to make the most of an interim leadership role
899. Two listeners wrote in this month asking how to make sense of a temporary leadership stint. Rachel shares five practices for turning a short employment stretch into a meaningful career chapter, both for the team you're leading and the version of you who walks out the other side.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
10min
May 26, 2026 The hidden beliefs holding you back, with bestselling author and behavioral design expert, Nir Eyal
898. We're drowning in information, advice, and self-help — so why do we still feel stuck? Returning guest Nir Eyal, author of the new bestseller "Beyond Belief," explains the motivation triangle most people are missing and why your brain is actively working against change. In a rare unscripted moment, Nir walks Rachel through an inquiry-based coaching exercise that surfaces a limiting belief she's been carrying for decades — and the conversation takes a turn neither of them expected.

Nir Eyal's book, "Beyond Belief"

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
43min
May 19, 2026 5 things AI can't replace, and why that’s your advantage
897. AI is changing work fast — but some capabilities remain deeply human. This week, Rachel Cooke breaks down five things AI still can't do well, from reading a room to knowing your stakeholders, and explains how to turn those into your professional edge. If you've been anxious about AI replacing your job, this episode reframes what to actually focus on.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
9min
May 12, 2026 A tough love letter to leaders
896. Leaders right now are working hard, caring deeply and still coming up short. And some of what they're doing is quietly working against them. In this episode, Rachel delivers a tough love letter to the leaders she’s coaching, calling out four patterns that are quietly undermining performance, energy and trust. If something at work isn’t working, this one’s for you.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
9min
May 05, 2026How to motivate a struggling team (without the gaslighting)
895. Is your team "going through the motions"? Before you reach for another inspirational speech, Rachel Cooke has a reality check: Inspiration is not the antidote to a motivation crisis.
In this episode, Rachel introduces the concept of "Motivational Gaslighting"—the trap leaders fall into when they use empty enthusiasm to mask systemic exhaustion. If engagement is tanking, it’s not an attitude problem; it’s an environment problem.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The 5 real killers of motivation: Why uncertainty, workplace loneliness, and invisible progress are draining your team’s tank.
Safety over stoke: How to provide stability and direction when AI, the economy, and shifting priorities feel like a constant threat.
The loneliness loop: Why "collaborating" on Slack isn't the same as "connecting," and how to fix it without adding more meetings.
The "gap vs. the gain": Using a simple psychological shift to give your team concrete proof that their work is actually working.
Energy audits: How to identify and kill the "meaningless work" and bureaucracy that empty your team’s reserves.

Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
11min
April 28, 2026 How to change someone's mind: Persuasion for human-centric leaders
894. Trying to convince a senior leader or stakeholder to see things your way can be frustrating, especially when your data and logic don't land. In 2026, human-centered leadership means moving past traditional arguments and leaning into emotional intelligence and sensemaking to find common ground.
In this episode, Rachel shares five proven strategies for strategic prioritization and effective persuasion drawn from a real-world executive coaching engagement. You will learn how to escape the expertise trap, build a coalition of partners, and navigate organizational dysfunction without triggering burnout. These adaptive leadership tools will help you secure the "yes" you need while keeping your work-life integration intact.
Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
10min
April 21, 2026 Stop fighting fires: 5 ways to spot problems before they become crises
893. Most workplace crises didn't have to be crises—they started small, stayed hidden, and grew. In this episode, Rachel Cooke explains why "firefighting" has become the corporate norm and how leaders can break the cycle. Learn how to build a monthly "slightly-off" conversation into your team's rhythm and why the "don’t bring me a problem without a solution" rule is actually sabotaging your results. Discover 5 practical ways to find problems while they’re still cheap and easy to fix.
Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!
Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: [email protected]
Discover more from Modern Mentor!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Newsletter
Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
10min

FAQs about Modern Mentor:

How many episodes does Modern Mentor have?

The podcast currently has 1,071 episodes available.

More shows like Modern Mentor

Money Girl by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Money Girl

1,851 Listeners

The Look & Sound of Leadership by Essential Communications - Tom Henschel

The Look & Sound of Leadership

1,171 Listeners

Coaching for Leaders by Dave Stachowiak

Coaching for Leaders

1,471 Listeners

Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life by Erik Fisher

Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life

836 Listeners

Nutrition Diva by QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Monica Reinagel

Nutrition Diva

1,723 Listeners

Get-Fit Guy by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Get-Fit Guy

682 Listeners

The House Call Doctor's Quick and Dirty Tips for Taking Charge of Your Health by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

The House Call Doctor's Quick and Dirty Tips for Taking Charge of Your Health

139 Listeners

Project Parenthood by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Project Parenthood

346 Listeners

Ask Science by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Ask Science

240 Listeners

The Clever Cookstr's Quick and Dirty Tips from the World's Best Cooks by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

The Clever Cookstr's Quick and Dirty Tips from the World's Best Cooks

82 Listeners

HBR IdeaCast by Harvard Business Review

HBR IdeaCast

154 Listeners

The Productivity Show by Asian Efficiency

The Productivity Show

504 Listeners

Negotiate Anything by Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.

Negotiate Anything

708 Listeners

How to Be Awesome at Your Job by How to be Awesome at Your Job

How to Be Awesome at Your Job

1,030 Listeners

Savvy Psychologist by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Savvy Psychologist

1,368 Listeners

Unknown History with Giles Milton by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Unknown History with Giles Milton

173 Listeners

Radical Candor: Communication at Work by Kim Scott, Jason Rosoff & Amy Sandler

Radical Candor: Communication at Work

705 Listeners

Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style by Laura Camacho

Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style

99 Listeners

The Modern Manager by Mamie Kanfer Stewart

The Modern Manager

184 Listeners

Relationship Doctor by QuickAndDirtyTips.com

Relationship Doctor

29 Listeners

The Anxious Achiever by Morra Aarons-Mele

The Anxious Achiever

572 Listeners

Coaching Real Leaders by Muriel Wilkins

Coaching Real Leaders

674 Listeners

HBR On Leadership by Harvard Business Review

HBR On Leadership

172 Listeners

Curious State by QuickAndDirtyTips.com, Doug Fraser

Curious State

19 Listeners