Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless prioritization, and how Steve Jobs and Apple delivered breakthrough innovation by strategically underperforming. Frances explains why you can’t always trust your own instincts, and Anne reflects on the lessons she learned in her early days of parenting.  What problems are you dealing with at work? Text or call 234-FIXABLE or email fixable@ted.com to be featured on the show.For the full text transcript, visit <a href="https://ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts</a> Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at <a href="https://attend.ted.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">attend.ted.com/podcast</a><hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless prioritization, and how Steve Jobs and Apple delivered breakthrough innovation by strategically underperforming. Frances explains why you can’t always trust your own instincts, and Anne reflects on the lessons she learned in her early days of parenting. What problems are you dealing with at work? Text or call 234-FIXABLE or email fixable@ted.com to be featured on the show. For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless prioritization, and how Steve Jobs and Apple delivered breakthrough innovation by strategically underperforming. Frances explains why you can’t always trust your own instincts, and Anne reflects on the lessons she learned in her early days of parenting.&nbsp; What problems are you dealing with at work? Text or call 234-FIXABLE or email fixable@ted.com to be featured on the show.For the full text transcript, visit <a href="https://ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts" rel="noopener noreferrer">ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts</a> Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at&nbsp;<a href="https://attend.ted.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">attend.ted.com/podcast</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Frances Frei is a Harvard Business professor. Anne Morriss is a CEO and best-selling author. <a href="https://anneandfrances.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anne and Frances</a> are two of the top leadership coaches in the world. Oh, did we mention they're also married to each other? Together, Anne and Frances move fast and fix stuff by talking to guest callers about their workplace issues and solving their problems – in 30 minutes or less. Both listeners and guests will receive actionable insights to create meaningful change in the workplace. From CEOs to nurses, the restaurant world to Silicon Valley, Frances and Anne have a plan for anyone hoping to improve their their workplace. Follow Anne on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/annemorriss/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@annemorriss</a> and on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-morriss/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@anne-morriss</a>. Follow Frances on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/francesxfrei/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@francesxfrei</a> and on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesfrei/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@francesfrei</a> If you want to be on Fixable, call our hotline at 234-Fixable (that's 234-349-2253) to leave Anne and Frances a voicemail with your workplace problem, or email us at <a href="mailto:fixable@ted.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">fixable@ted.com</a>.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Frances Frei is a Harvard Business professor. Anne Morriss is a CEO and best-selling author. Anne and Frances are two of the top leadership coaches in the world. Oh, did we mention they're also married to each other? Together, Anne and Frances move fast and fix stuff by talking to guest callers about their workplace issues and solving their problems – in 30 minutes or less. Both listeners and guests will receive actionable insights to create meaningful change in the workplace. From CEOs to nurses, the restaurant world to Silicon Valley, Frances and Anne have a plan for anyone hoping to improve their their workplace. Follow Anne on Instagram @annemorriss and on LinkedIn @anne-morriss. Follow Frances on Instagram @francesxfrei and on LinkedIn @francesfrei If you want to be on Fixable, call our hotline at 234-Fixable (that's 234-349-2253) to leave Anne and Frances a voicemail with your workplace problem, or email us at fixable@ted.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frances Frei is a Harvard Business professor. Anne Morriss is a CEO and best-selling author. <a href="https://anneandfrances.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Anne and Frances</a> are two of the top leadership coaches in the world. Oh, did we mention they're also married to each other? Together, Anne and Frances move fast and fix stuff by talking to guest callers about their workplace issues and solving their problems – in 30 minutes or less. Both listeners and guests will receive actionable insights to create meaningful change in the workplace. From CEOs to nurses, the restaurant world to Silicon Valley, Frances and Anne have a plan for anyone hoping to improve their their workplace. Follow Anne on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/annemorriss/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@annemorriss</a> and on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-morriss/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@anne-morriss</a>. Follow Frances on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/francesxfrei/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer">@francesxfrei</a> and on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesfrei/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@francesfrei</a> If you want to be on Fixable, call our hotline at 234-Fixable (that's 234-349-2253) to leave Anne and Frances a voicemail with your workplace problem, or email us at <a href="mailto:fixable@ted.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">fixable@ted.com</a>. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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