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Episode #37: Letting Go of Toxic Things

How often have you ever let who you truly are be defined by the things you have; the car you drive, the clothes you wear, the neighborhood you live in, even the people you associate with?  When you are young and dependent on others, you have little choice in the matter.  By the time you are old enough to make your own decisions, pay your own bills, you might believe this really IS who you are and become accustomed to whatever is in front of you – good or otherwise.  As we turn the page on a new year, maybe it’s time to re-evaluate that perspective and really take inventory of the things that are serving you because you aren’t limited by who you think you are but by who you think you are not.  Join Dewey, Rae, and Bryana as they discuss the hard reality of taking life inventory, raising your awareness, and saying goodbye to the toxic things in our lives so you can move forward.
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Episode #36: Beyond the Holidays

It's easy to consider giving and societal contribution during the holiday season, but what about the rest of the year? For organizations, it's important to remember your employees are always watching and have an expectation that the work you do is more than just about the profits. According to a study, 63% of Americans are hopeful businesses will take the lead to drive social and environmental change. As organizations are hungry for talent, they've got to be willing to create a shared purpose with potential hires in order to retain and keep them. Join Bryana as she chats with David Holtgraewe, Chief Operations Officer at Heart of Missouri United Way about the impact in the workplace and in the community when organizations embrace corporate social responsibility. 
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Episode #35: The Shortcut to Success

Mentoring is a collaborative relationship between a mentor and a protégé for purposes of growth, learning, or development. A good mentoring process can easily help people become more effective at work, learn new skills, develop greater confidence in developing personal networks, and make better decisions. Join us on this episode of the Weekly Workplace as the MTI team explores this process, how organizations are using it to improve, and its benefits to the organization.
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Episode #34: That‘s a Wrap!

With the excitement of a new year - a fresh start just around the corner - many people spend time reflecting back on how the current one's gone. As important as it is to learn from valuable experiences behind us, looking ahead can make us even more successful. Join the MTI team for the final episode of 2021 as they discuss a few items in the rearview mirror and a whole lot of things ahead.
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Episode #33: Tis the Season!

From crowded stores to crazy cousins, the holiday season can bring a variety of experiences, all sharing one common denominator: stress. A recent study found 88% of people believe the holidays are the most stressful time of the year. In this episode, the MTI team gives you a peak into their lives this holiday season and provides tips for handling the holiday hubbub.
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Resources:
Big rocks & little rocks
Covey, Stephen R. (1989, 2004). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Simon & Schuster.
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Episode #32: Stop Biting Your Nails

Habits. Good, bad, or indifferent, we've all got 'em and they're all serving you in different ways. But how do they work? If you needed to change one, where would you start? In this episode, the MTI team discusses what makes a habit, the science behind the habit loop, and strategies for replacing bad habits with new, productive ones. 
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Resources:
Clear, James. (2018 October 16). Atomic Habits. Penguin Publishing.
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Episode #31: Champions for Change

Charles Darwin once said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent; it is the one most adaptable to change.” The world around us is constantly evolving. We grow, we develop, we innovate, WE CHANGE!  Organizations and teams are no different. If you are not evolving, changing, and innovating, your competitors sure will. This episode of the Weekly Workplace highlights what leaders can do to be champions for change.
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Scott, C. & Jaffe, D. (2003 November 26). Managing Change at Work: Leading People Through Organizational Transitions. Crisp Publications. 
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Episode #30: The Key to Riches

We've figured it out and we want to share it with you - the key to riches. And you won't even have to buy a lottery ticket! Join the MTI team as we discuss the impact of this one small thing that changes everything!
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References:
Westover, Jonathan. (2020 December 29). The Benefits of Showing Gratitude in the Workplace. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2021/12/29/the-benefits-of-showing-gratitude-in-the-workplace/?sh=6bea9e3717dd