There’s only so much you can do in a week – or, according to Oliver Burkeman, in the roughly 4,000 weeks the average human lives. Oliver is a journalist and author of the books Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, Meditations for Mortals, and the newsletter “The Imperfectionist.” Chris and Oliver discuss the paradox of why change can only occur once we accept that we might not be able to change. Oliver also shares how life’s mishaps can become our most treasured memories and why sharing your imperfections is an act of generosity. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch . Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
Fast Company deputy editor Kathleen Davis takes listeners on a journey through the changing landscape of our work lives. Each episode explores the future of work, including the state of remote and hybrid work amid the return-to-office battle; how AI will change the way we do our jobs; the status of gender equity and DEI efforts; rethinking career ladders and ambition; motivation and what makes work meaningful; and the progress on mental health and disability issues at work. And as if all tha ...
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The way we work is changing. Companies are competing to hire and retain the best employees, increase productivity and output, and reduce costs. But to create the best working environment, we need to understand how work gets done. What we often use as indicators - org charts, surveys, process diagrams - doesn’t actually outline how we work. And what worked for one company, might not work for you. So how can we make work, better? Join MIT Media Lab Ph.D. and Humanyze CEO, Ben Waber, and a new ...
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It shouldn’t be awkward and uncomfortable to talk about being unemployed. Given that sooner or later most of us will experience being out of work, shouldn’t we start to have normal and healthy conversations about being unemployed? Agile Unemployment podcast host, employment expert, and author, Sabina Sulat creates a safe place to talk about all things unemployment. In each episode, Sabina will cover everything you need to know to not only survive, but thrive through being out of work.
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In this episode of the Agile Unemployment podcast host Sabina Sulat takes a look at the confusion and frustration that comes with not being able to land a job when all data points to the unemployment rate being low and job growth being higher than expected. It makes no sense- until you break it down to how this is relevant to your search and what y…
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Red, White, and (Probably) a Little Blue: A Special Episode of Agile Unemployment for Federal Employees Facing Layoffs and Cutbacks
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🎙️ Red, White, and (Probably) a Little Blue A Special Episode of Agile Unemployment for Federal Employees Facing Layoffs and Cutbacks 🗓️ Released: July 2, 2025 🎧 Host: Sabina Sulat | Duration: 30 minutes 📌 EPISODE OVERVIEW This 4th of July week, many federal employees and USAID workers are waking up to something they never imagined: their first off…
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You can't get a job without experience, but you can't get experience without a job. Tricky, right? Well, it won't seem so tough after you hear Kate's tips. Then, listen to one of our favorites episodes from the show's archives on mistakes to avoid when writing your resume.Fast Company
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Reckoning with the Cuts: The Real-World Big and Not So Beautiful Impact of Slashing SNAP and Medicaid
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📝 Episode Summary In this 30-minute episode of Agile Unemployment, we expose the harsh reality behind the so-called “Big Beautiful Tax Bill” and its devastating impact on unemployed and job-insecure Americans. We break down $30 billion in SNAP cuts and $180 billion in Medicare reductions, unpack how these changes will affect real people and local e…
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Reasonable Expectations: The Expectations Game – Setting Realistic Standards for Your Job Search
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🎙️ Reasonable Expectations: The Expectations Game – Setting Realistic Standards for Your Job Search Hosted by Sabina Sulat Agile Unemployment Podcast 🙋♀️ Feeling like you're behind in your job search? Wondering why that application from three weeks ago hasn’t gone anywhere? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not failing. In this episode, Sabin…
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Recharging Your Motivation Battery: Why Powering Through Doesn't Work and What to Do Instead
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Recharging Your Motivation Battery: Why Powering Through Doesn't Work and What to Do Instead EPISODE: "Rebuilding Motivation When Your Job Search Feels Impossible"SHOW NOTES: In this episode of Agile Unemployment, host Sabina Sulat explores practical strategies for rebuilding motivation during prolonged job searches. She shares evidence-based appro…
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Rethinking Job Search: How Everyone Needs to Step UpIntroduction Welcome to today's episode of "Rethinking Job Search." The job market is broken, and fixing it isn't just one person's responsibility. When job seekers spend 6 months searching, most online applications go nowhere, and qualified candidates abandon complicated processes, it's clear we …
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Recalculating How Long You Will Be Unemployed: How Using Only One Employment Method is Costing You
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Recalculating How Long You Will Be Unemployed: How Using Only One Employment Method is Costing You Today's episode tackles the critical issue of job search diversification. 📊 Our data shows that relying on just one job search method significantly extends unemployment duration. #JobSearchStrategy Key Insights: The single-method approach is silently …
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📱 Agile Unemployment Podcast Notes 📱Episode: "Revolutionizing Your Job Hunt: Breaking Old Habits for New Results" 🔥Key Takeaways 🧠 Job market reality check: Unemployment is low and new jobs are being added to the economy, despite some negative narratives #JobMarketTruth Breaking old habits is essential when traditional methods aren't yielding resul…
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Revamp Your Job Search Strategy: The Problem Isn't the Market, It Isn't You, It's What You Are Doing
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🎧 AGILE UNEMPLOYMENT PODCASTEpisode Notes: "Revamp Your Job Search Strategy: The Problem Isn't the Market, It Isn't You, It's What You Are Doing"📊 EPISODE OVERVIEW In this episode, Sabina Sulat addresses the pressing question that emerges in almost every coaching call: "Is it just a bad market, or is my approach the problem?" With fresh employment …
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📝 Agile Unemployment Podcast Refuting the Myth of the Perfect Job Candidate 🎯🔑 Key Takeaways The "perfect candidate" is largely a fiction created by unrealistic job descriptions and hiring expectations Most successful hires have 60-70% of the required qualifications but bring adaptability and growth mindset Both employers and job seekers benefit fr…
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Episode 87: Underemployment Decoded 💼🕵️♀️Episode Snapshot 📸 Title: Underemployment: The Hidden Career Trap You Need to Avoid Host: Sabina Sulat Duration: 32 minutes Release Date: March 25, 2024 Episode Description 📝 Are you working below your true potential? This week, we're diving deep into the world of underemployment—a career challenge that's s…
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Episode Summary In today's raw and honest episode, we explore the role of anger in the unemployment journey - how to acknowledge it, process it healthily, and ultimately channel it into productive action. Our conversation offers both emotional validation and practical coping strategies. #AngerManagement #CareerTransition Key Moments Discussion of t…
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How labor leaders and workers across industries are asserting the rights and protections for human employees in the face of increasing automation.Fast Company
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There are a lot of variables, like timing and budget, that don’t have much to do with how good you are at your job. Still, here’s the best way to set yourself up for success.Fast Company
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🎙 Re: Charting Your Career- From Public Service to Private Sector Success Episode Description: 🚨 Federal employees—this one’s for you. Whether you've been impacted by recent job cuts, are feeling uncertain in your current role, or are just starting to explore what’s next, this episode of Agile Unemployment will help you navigate the journey from pu…
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If both employees and leadership think performance reviews are broken, could artificial intelligence be the magic bullet that fixes it? We get answers.Fast Company
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🎙️ Agile Unemployment Podcast – Special EpisodeRegain Control: Immediate Steps for Federal Employees Facing Job Insecurity or Job Loss 🚨 Federal employees, facing uncertainty in your job? Feeling overwhelmed by potential layoffs, budget cuts, or reorgs? You’re not alone, and you are not powerless. In this episode, I’m giving you practical, immediat…
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We're taking a quick detour from our AI interview series on The New Way We Work to dig into another big issue when it comes to adapting to change at your job — ageism.Fast Company
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On this week’s episode of The New Way We Work, we explain how both companies and employees should prepare for a fast-paced digital transformation.Fast Company
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Joe Thomas, cofounder and head of product at Loom Atlassian discusses how asynchronous work is a beneficial collaboration approach to modern work.Fast Company
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On the latest episode of The New Way We Work, AI ethicist Dr. Kerry McInerney explains what AI tools job seekers are likely to encounter and how both hiring managers and candidates can work with new technologyFast Company
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🎙️ Agile Unemployment Podcast: Episode Title - "Re:Framing: Shifting Fear into Empowerment While Unemployed" 🎙️ 📝 Episode Summary: In this episode of Agile Unemployment, Sabina helps listeners prevent fear from being the obstacle in their unemployment to being a valuable motivational hack by teaching you how to reframe that fear into a tool for gro…
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Like it or not, artificial intelligence is very likely going to be a part of your workplace reality. In fact, it might be already. And on the next several episodes of The New Way We Work, we're going to explore how AI is already changing our jobs and what we can expect in the future — both the good and the bad. New episodes every other Monday start…
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In this episode, Sabina Sulat dives into key trends that are reshaping the way we work and look for work. From hybrid models to AI and skills-based hiring, the workplace is transforming faster than ever. Here’s what to expect and how to adapt: 🔑 Key Predictions for 2025 Hybrid Work Becomes the Norm 🌐 Flexible work models will be standard. Fully rem…
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🎙️ Agile Unemployment Podcast: Reflecting on 2024 & Looking Ahead 🎙️ As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on together. In this episode, I take a deep dive into: 🔄 A Look Back at 2024 Key milestones for Agile Unemployment and the community we’ve built. The biggest trends I’ve seen in unemploymen…
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Reclaiming HR: Combining Humanity and Knowledge for Better Business Decisions with Lotus Buckner, Author of The Joy of HR
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🎙️ Podcast Notes: Agile Unemployment 🎧 In this episode, I sit down with the delightful and knowledgeable Lotus Buckner, author of The Joy of HR: Elevating HR's Role as a Trusted Partner. 🌟 What We Cover: ✅ The Real Role of HR in Separations and Hiring: Spoiler Alert: HR doesn’t have as much power as you think. Lotus and I pull back the curtain on H…
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In this episode of Agile Unemployment, we tackle the powerful and often overwhelming "Shame Monster" 🐉 that creeps into our lives when we’re out of work. Shame can block the path to a brighter future, but the good news is—you have the power to fight back! 💪✨ 🧠 Key Takeaways: Understanding Shame and Its Impact What is Shame? Shame is a deeply person…
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Join me, Sabina Sulat, on the latest episode of the Agile Unemployment Podcast as we close out the year with reflections, updates, and actionable career advice. Whether you're job-seeking, transitioning, or simply planning your next career move, this episode is for YOU! 💼💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 🌟 Reflections: Key questions to ask yourse…
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🎧 In this week’s episode, I’m diving into exciting updates, answering your burning questions, and helping take the mystery and anxiety out of unemployment. What’s Inside This Episode? 🔹 A sneak peek at my first-ever live LinkedIn Q&A happening this Thursday. I’ll share how to join, what you can expect, and why you won’t want to miss it! 🔹 Details o…
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Reassessing Employer Fit Culture, Values, and More with Author and Guest, Julie Winkle Giulioni
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🎙️ Episode Overview: Navigating Today’s Job Market with Julie Winkle Giulioni 🎙️ In this insightful episode of Agile Unemployment, Sabina Sulat sits down with the esteemed author and HR expert Julie Winkle Giulioni. Recognized among INC's Top 100 Speakers and celebrated for her work in professional development, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge an…
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Welcome back to Agile Unemployment, where we break down the modern job search in a way that keeps you agile, informed, and empowered. Today, we’re exploring some dramatic changes in how we look for work, the tools we use, and how job seekers and organizations have had to rethink their strategies. This isn’t the job market of even a year ago—it's ev…
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In honor of Halloween, host Sabina Sulat explores the spooky side of job hunting, comparing the experience to classic scary movie clichés that job seekers often encounter. 👻 She highlights the “haunted” parts of the job search, where rejection and setbacks can make you feel like a horror movie character. Here’s what Sabina covers to help you stop b…
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Alabama’s ecosystem of innovation is built on the strength of its entrepreneurs, workforce, policymakers, and community leaders. Leading economic development at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology, Carter Wells has long worked at the intersection of these stakeholders, fueling innovation, collaboration, and impact across 45 biotech companies in…
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🎙 Episode Highlights: In this episode, we welcome back returning guest Massimo Backus to discuss his powerful new book, Human First, Leader Second: How Self-Compassion Outperforms Self-Criticism. We explore how leaders can thrive by shifting from harsh self-judgment to compassionate accountability. Massimo’s perspective is crucial for those navigat…
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Reinventing Your Career: Insights with Roger Osorio
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1:00:01"Reinventing Your Career: Insights with Roger Osorio" In this episode of the Agile Unemployment podcast, we welcome Roger Osorio, the author of The Journey To Reinvention: How To Build A Life Aligned With Your Values, Passion, and Purpose, and the host of the School of Reinvention podcast. 🎙️ Together, we dive deep into the transformative power of …
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For the past five years, Fast Company has published the annual Queer 50, a list of the most influential LGBTQ leaders in business, tech, and beyond. The list is a celebration of queer representation and influence in the highest ranks of business. Honorees include those working on addressing the most relevant topics of our time, including responsibl…
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Recognizing the Needs of Gen Z in the Workplace with Gen Z Expert and Co-Founder of AI Start Up, Minerva, Kelly Kinnebrew PhD
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🌟🌟🌟In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the workplace dynamics and challenges facing Generation Z with Kelly Kinnebrew PhD . 🌟🌟🌟 Kelly, a renowned psychologist and entrepreneur, shares her expertise on the unique needs of Gen Z employees and how organizations can support them effectively. We also explore the significant impact of early u…
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Our show is based on the premise that work is changing everyday. But there’s a big problem with that: Change is hard, scary . . . and necessary. Now more than ever, as AI is integrated into our jobs, we are asked to adapt to seismic shifts at a much faster rate than in the past. But it’s human nature to resist uncomfortable changes, even if we know…
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