How to Get the Right People in the Room so Progress Happens
Episode Date: November 17, 2025Most meetings look right on the surface, but progress slows when the people who understand the work are not in the room. In this episode, How to Get t...
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317 episodes transcribedMost meetings look right on the surface, but progress slows when the people who understand the work are not in the room. In this episode, How to Get t...
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I’m kicking off a new weekly series called Reset Friday. Each Friday, I’ll share a short, practical way to reset your mind, body, and spirit. These ep...