Workplace Hugs

Episode Notes In the 200th episode of "Workplace Hugs," Rami and Shannon discuss the book "Anything You Can Imagine" by Ian Nathan, which explores the making of "The Lord of the Rings" by Peter Jackson. They highlight three key lessons: keeping the source material at the heart of your work, finding creative ways to overcome roadblocks, and delegating tasks while trusting your collaborators. Shannon also shares a personal story about her father's approach to trust and delegation.

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami dive into the art of initiating a conversation about salary growth. They lay out HR-approved strategies like discussing it during annual reviews and exploring your pay grade. However, the real gem is Shannon's advice to focus on the vision of what you can contribute to the company, aligning your goals with those of your leader and the organization.

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon explore the wisdom of a Mark Twain quote that encourages breaking down overwhelming tasks into manageable ones to get ahead. They discuss their personal experiences with this approach, whether it's Shannon organizing her extensive content ideas or Rami managing a complex children's birthday party.

Episode Notes Whether it's at work, in your family, or your hobbies--we all have teams we're a part of. But how do we know if they're healthy? And what can we do to get them healthy if they are not?

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Shannon and Rami explore strategies to overcome career vision and goals block. They discuss techniques such as writing down everything you don't want in your career and then creating an "I'd rather be" list to clarify your desires. They also emphasize the importance of recognizing what skills give you energy and being curious about what piques your interest as indicators of your career direction.

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the concept that "the axe forgets, but the tree remembers." They explore how negative experiences, like criticism or shaming, can leave a long-lasting impact on individuals, while those delivering such experiences often forget them quickly.

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the art of waiting in line and share their own experiences of waiting in various lines. They chat about our personal experiences waiting in different lines and discuss the psychology of waiting – how time seems to warp, the impact of our surroundings, and the coping mechanisms we use. Cheers to the art of waiting!

Episode Notes What are the 3 prompts you absolutely must start your day with? Tune in to find out in this short & sweet episode!

Episode Notes In this episode of Workplace Hugs, Rami and Shannon discuss the importance of not gatekeeping knowledge and experiences. They highlight the value of celebrating knowledge transfer and encouraging others to ask questions, fostering a positive learning environment.

Episode Notes We're unpacking the excellent book Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey of the Nap Ministries in this week's episode! Get excited if you want even more encouragement to REST. It's necessary. It's resistance. And self-care is also political. We'll tell you why those are all true in this episode.

Episode Notes We're unpacking the excellent book Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey of the Nap Ministries in this week's episode! Get excited if you want even more encouragement to REST. It's necessary. It's resistance. And self-care is also political. We'll tell you why those are all true in this episode.

Episode Notes In this week's episode, hosts Rami and Shannon discuss the concept of embracing new experiences and connecting with strangers, inspired by a quote from Anthony Bourdain. They share personal anecdotes of stepping out of their comfort zones, engaging with strangers, and savoring life's moments.

Episode Notes In this episode, Rami and Shannon break down some deep moral philosophy inspired by Michael Schur's book "How to Be Perfect," the creative mind behind "The Office" and "Parks and Rec." They get into old-school concepts like deontology (sticking to rules), utilitarianism (doing the most good), existentialism (embracing freedom), and Ubuntu (that universal bond thing). They share thoughts on making good life choices, showing empathy, and even throw in the shopping cart test for some real-world wisdom.

Episode Notes Whether it's because of COVID and changing priorities or something else...we're seeing a lot of people feeling less ambitious than they used to. Worse yet--they're beating themselves up about it! This week we want to offer you a couple of reframes so you can make peace with this shift.

Episode Notes This week we talk about a series of tweets that has advice about public speaking and our own advice for public speaking.

Episode Notes Are you & your partner struggling to get all the things done outside of work? Want some examples on how other couples tackle divvying up the life side of work-life balance? We got you this week!

Episode Notes Do you ever find yourself multi-tasking, speeding, rushing through life and trying to make the most out of every moment? These are just a few signs of hurry sickness! Learn more about it AND how to stop it in this week's episode!

Episode Notes This week we're discussing an interesting concept we came across that made us rethink our approach to negativity. Inspired by a tweet about Thai culture, we explore how we can shift from negative to neutral in various aspects of our lives.

Episode Notes This week we delve into the book "Space Odyssey" that uncovers the dual perspectives of Kubrick and Clarke, revealing their collaboration and the challenges they faced. Plus, we discuss Kubrick's perfectionism, his ability to push people beyond their limits, and the importance of inviting others to share the wealth.

Episode Notes Ever find yourself overcommitting? Shannon's sharing a little acronym she uses to check in with herself before she automatically says YES to requests. Ready to take your T-E-M-P? We're here to tell you what & how!

Episode Notes Knowing where you are (context) is everything, this week Rami reminds us why that is so important in work and when finding new continents!

Episode Notes You've been told you need to ask for help more. But how the heck do you actually do that well? This week we're talking about the book Reinforcements offering practical tips on how to get people to help you.

Episode Notes What if we celebrated our failures & learned from our mistakes? This week we learn about the concept of a failure resume and oops moments meetings in the workplace!

Episode Notes This week we all learn a new german word and see if we can apply the same excitement for our coworkers success that we would if they were our friends IRL, kind of like a real workplace hug!

Episode Notes What are your most memorable purchasing or eating experiences? This week we look at the concept of Unreasonable Hospitality and find out how we can apply it to our work/personal lives to make lasting memories.

Episode Notes How can we take the most mundane days and make them feel special & unique? By romanticizing our lives. This week we'll teach you how to do just that.

Episode Notes Knowing we won't fail is a fun idea but normally it's applied to the big things but this week Rami challenges us to put it to the test in the smaller things in our lives.

Episode Notes Do you identify as an overfunctioner, overworker, or work addict? Then tune in as we talk about how you can shift from a moral to practical view on work and offer tangible actions you can implement today to shift your relationship to work.

Episode Notes What the heck is "cocooning" anyway when it comes to humans? And how do we bust out of that cocoon of reflection & restoration when we've been in it far too long? Let's unpack together!

Episode Notes When you've got a new team you want them to bond and connect, this week we talk about some tactical ways to make that happen!

Episode Notes This week we look at another genius Rami is obsessed with, Albert Einstein. We look at what made him so unique and how we can all learn from him.

Episode Notes What do you do when your to do list is a mile long? When you’re overwhelmed by all that needs to get done maybe before an upcoming vacation? And when all you want to do in the face of it all is PROCRASTINATE! We've got 7 tips to help you break out of a procrastination cycle!

Episode Notes How would you define empathy? This week Rami and Shannon look at their definitions while comparing with Brené Brown and we all learn a bit more about how to be more empathic.

Episode Notes Whether it's a dinner party or a corporate conference did you know there's an art to gathering? This week we dive into 7 themes to make your next gathering a success whether it's personal or professional. Hint: you might have to exclude some people. Say what?!

Episode Notes We love it when our listeners ask great questions! This week we answer a listener submitted question all about how to get unstuck and find motivation again. We've got 5 great tips for you to get the train moving again!

Episode Notes Sports metaphors and making up words aren't something Shannon and Rami normally reference but this week we're talking Sports but only to setup the broader conversation about how to make new things less daunting for everyone.

Episode Notes Music is the background to most of our lives. This week Shannon and Rami try to understand how the recording limitations of Music over history have influenced the way music is produced and performed and how we can leverage those same limitations to maximize our own lives.

Episode Notes Do you often pay attention to the needs of others but neglect your own? Do you say yes when other people ask for help but don't ask for help yourself? It's possible you're overly responsible. And we've got tips for you to shift out of this habit!

Episode Notes Have you ever just had a bad no good day? Like Daniel Powter sings "You had a bad day You're taking one down You sing a sad song just to turn it around" This week Shannon and Rami talk about why its okay that some days just suck.

Episode Notes What makes life worth living? Well...that's a big question! And we're tackling it this week! Today we talk about the 2 most common paths fora. life well lived, 4 different sources we can access meaning from, and tangible next steps to bring more meaning into your life TODAY.

Episode Notes So you got the job...but now what? What should you actually be focused on in your first 30, 60, 90 days in a new job? We've got you! Tune in. for Rami & Shannon's tips on how to manage & think about these early days.

Episode Notes Doing things the same way is so comfortable but could it be better? This week Shannon and Rami talk Switchfoot and how they found a way to change the way they do things to make it better, in their words they will "Dare you to Move".

Episode Notes When you think back on your career how will you remember it? This week Rami and Shannon talk about the band Talking Heads and how although hindsight is 20/20 sometimes its about how you tell the story that people will remember you.

Episode Notes What do you do on days when the news is nothing but shootings, climate crisis, wars, and inequities? How do you stay buoyant amidst the exhaustion or anxiety of world news? Rami & Shannon have tips for you on how to build a good day when the world's day is awful.

Episode Notes Rubber Ducks can help us solve problems? This week Shannon and Rami break down the programming theory of Rubber Duck Debugging to see how we can leverage it when we get stuck.

Episode Notes Rami sat down with Shannon and her husband Nate to answer all of your questions about work & life partners! This week we cover the everyday & big topics including questions like - Whose work is more important? In terms of when your kid is sick, how do you decide who takes care of her? What about finances? Can you walk us through the relationship check ins you do as a couple?

Episode Notes Rami sat down with Shannon and her husband Nate to answer all of your questions about work & life partners! This week we cover communication & transition topics including questions like - How to approach a partner when you see that work may be impacting their health? And how to support a partner who is not happy at work but also not sure where to go?

Episode Notes We all have those people we have deep connections to that we might not be like minded with at all. This week Shannon and Rami explore a concept that Rami is smitten with about being "like hearted".

Episode Notes Confidence. Probably the most common thing we hear people want more of. But HOW? Is there a book you can read? A pill you can take? A spell you can cast? Sadly no...but we do have some thoughts on what you might try instead to cultivate your confidence.

Episode Notes Company Culture is all a function of the principles you put in place but at the end of the day its what you do. This week Shannon and Rami talk about various parts of culture and how you can look to achieve the culture you want in your team or company.