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Welcome to the REfirement Podcast with Muge Wood and Christine Zmuda—where we’re redefining what it means to thrive at every stage of life.We're living longer than ever before—so why not live better?
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Where is your organization moving quickly with AI—and where might it need to slow down and ask better questions? (opens the original)
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AI can help organizations move faster—but it can also help them move faster in the wrong direction. In this episode, we sit down with Brian Beck , a business and technology leader working at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and business strategy. Brian challenges leaders to look beyond AI pilots, new tools, and impressive announcements and ask a more important question: Is this technology solving a meaningful business problem—and can we measure the value it is creating? Listeners will lear
The 7 Principles of Ethical Persuasion and the Neuroscience Behind Our Own Decisionmaking (opens the original)
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Why do great ideas get ignored while average ideas gain traction? Most of us assume people make decisions logically. The science says otherwise. In this fascinating conversation, we sit down with Patrick van der Burght , one of the world's leading experts on ethical persuasion and a certified trainer in Dr. Robert Cialdini's groundbreaking research on influence. Together, we explore why people say "yes"... "no"... or simply never decide at all. If you've ever... struggled to get buy-in from your
The Human Advantage: Optimism, Influence & Connection - Tips from Comediene and Key note Speaker Merit Khan (opens the original)
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Most people think optimism means "thinking positive." Merit Kahn believes it's something far more powerful. In this conversation, we explore why optimism isn't about ignoring reality—it's about developing the mindset and skills to navigate it with resilience, humor, and confidence. In this episode, you'll discover: ✨ Why optimism is a competitive advantage in today's AI-powered world. ✨ How laughter and storytelling can help us process life's toughest moments. ✨ Why sales—and leadership—are ulti
The Human Side of AI No One Is Talking About (opens the original)
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In this episode, you'll learn: Why buying more AI tools won't solve your adoption problem. How the best leaders rethink work instead of simply automating old processes. Why curiosity is becoming one of the most valuable leadership skills. Practical ways to help teams embrace AI without fear. How to create a culture of experimentation where learning matters more than perfection. Why AI should be your thought partner—not your replacement. The uniquely human skills that will matter even more as AI
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