Welcome to the latest Brain Snack from Live+Work More Human. In this conversation, Sally and Alexis explore the concept of 'uncompete' with Ruchika T. Malhotra, discussing how to shift from a competitive mindset to one that fosters collaboration and inclusion. They delve into the importance of resetting your mindset, especially in competitive environments, and how redefining success can lead to more meaningful outcomes in both personal and professional contexts.

Takeaways

• Uncompete is a necessary mindset shift.
• Resetting your mindset is foundational to change.
• Competition can be insidious and limiting.
• Collaboration can lead to better outcomes.
• Negotiation should aim for win-win situations.
• The legal profession often fosters an adversarial mindset.
• Designing for impact is crucial in leadership.
• Personal relationships can be prioritized over competition.
• The cost of competition can be isolating and high.

Chapters

00:00 Reframing Comparison and Envy

02:01 Building Community and Support

05:04 Seeking Peace as a Form of Resistance

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This incredibly timely conversation between your hosts Alexis and Sally delves into the complex relationship between loneliness and work identity, exploring how societal pressures and personal experiences shape our connection to work and each other. Sharing personal experience as well as data and expertise, Sally and Alexis discuss the impact of technology on social interactions, the challenges of forming adult friendships, and the responsibility of organizations to foster a sense of belonging.

We share candid personal anecdotes and practical strategies for combating loneliness that will resonate for everyone, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and meaningful connections.

• How loneliness is increasingly recognized as a societal issue.
• Why work can become a primary source of identity, leading to over-investment in professional roles.
• The ways creating belonging in organizations is essential for employee well-being.
• How personal experiences of loneliness can inform our understanding of workplace dynamics.
• The role of technology in facilitating connections (but why it shouldn't replace in-person interactions!).
• How engaging in community activities can foster deeper connections.
• Real talk: adult friendships are hard.
• Why we feel organizations have a responsibility to address employee loneliness.
• The ways in which courageous acts of connection can have a ripple effect.
• Why for all of us, finding meaning beyond work is crucial for mental health.

00:00 Exploring Loneliness and Work

13:39 Personal Experiences of Loneliness

24:58 The Role of Technology in Connection

33:55 Organizational Responsibility in Combating Loneliness

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Welcome to the latest Brain Snack from Live+Work More Human. In this conversation, Sally Clarke and Alexis Zahner speak with Tyler Rice to explore the concept of digital wellness, emphasizing the importance of finding balance with technology in our lives and workplaces. They discuss the challenges posed by an always-on culture, the significance of tactical disconnection, and practical strategies for achieving a healthier relationship with technology.

Takeaways

• Digital wellness is essential for flourishing in the digital age.
• Tactical disconnection involves small, intentional breaks from technology.
• The shift to remote work has heightened the need for digital wellness.
• Productivity should not be solely measured by connectivity.
• Finding balance with technology is crucial for mental health.
• Optimal usage of technology varies for each individual.
• Intention plays a key role in determining optimal technology use.
• The evolution of technology has changed our work-life dynamics.
• Disconnection can be as important as connection.
• Creating a healthy relationship with technology requires conscious effort.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Digital Wellness

03:45 The Importance of Digital Wellness at Work

06:46 Tipping Points in Technology and Work-Life Balance

09:45 Defining Tactical Disconnection

11:43 Introduction to Human-Centric Workplaces

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