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• The Perfection Trap with Thomas Curran

  🎧 In this episode we are honored to welcome Dr. Thomas Curran, acclaimed social psychologist and Associate Professor at the London School of Economics. Dr. Curran's groundbreaking research focuses on perfectionism and its alarming rise among young people in the 21st century. His pioneering work examining the psychological impact of neoliberalism, competitive educational systems, and meritocracy has been featured in leading publications worldwide and has fundamentally reshaped our understanding of contemporary mental health challenges.Today we're excited to discuss his compelling and timely book, "The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough in a World That Pushes Us to Extremes."During this thought-provoking conversation, we'll explore:🧠 How perfectionism has evolved into a social epidemic affecting younger generations💰 The hidden costs of perfectionism in organizations🔎 The hidden psychological costs of our achievement-oriented culture and its connection to rising anxiety, depression, and burnout ⚔️ Evidence-based strategies for breaking free from perfectionism's grip and embracing "good enough" in our personal and professional lives 🌍 How cultural shifts and social media have accelerated perfectionist tendencies worldwide💡 To learn more about Dr. Curran's work, you can find his extensive research publications in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and through his institutional profile at LSE.📚 In addition, Dr. Curran regularly shares accessible insights through his viral TED talk "Our dangerous obsession with perfectionism is getting worse" (over 2 million views) and articles in prestigious publications like The Guardian, The New York Times, and BBC.© BE GOOD! Podcast by BVA Nudge ConsultingFollow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-nudge-consulting/And now more about us by visiting our website 👉 https://www.bvanudgeconsulting.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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• Stephan Meier - The Employee Advantage

  🧐 We are delighted to welcome Professor Stephan Meier, the James P. Gorman Professor of Business Strategy and Chair of the Management Division at Columbia Business School, to this episode of BE GOOD! podcast. In this episode, we explore how employee-centered management and workplace behavioral economics create thriving businesses:📖 Professor Meier discusses his new book, "The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Helps Business Thrive," sharing evidence-based organizational strategies drawn from his extensive experience at the Federal Reserve Bank's Center for Behavioral Economics, Harvard University, and the University of Zurich.🔎 Learn about Professor Meier's fascinating journey into behavioral science and employee motivation research, which began with his master's thesis examining the selfishness of economists and evolved into groundbreaking studies on non-monetary workplace motivators that drive performance and engagement.🧠 Discover the 4 key elements of human-centric organizations that improve retention and productivity: creating a specific and motivating purpose for employees, fostering mutual trust between management and teams, providing appropriately challenging tasks that balance skills development, and cultivating a collective sense of workplace belonging.🗺 Explore how an employee-centric approach delivers measurable business benefits and strategic advantages including increased workforce productivity, enhanced innovation capabilities, lower employee turnover rates, and improved customer experience metrics.🦉 Meier shares insights on the future of work and organizational behavior, highlighting how technology integration can enhance employee-centric workplace cultures while cautioning against counterproductive surveillance practices that undermine trust.His actionable advice for business leaders and HR professionals? Start implementing change by truly listening to employees to understand their workplace experiences and identify high-impact areas for organizational improvement.© BE GOOD! Podcast by BVA Nudge ConsultingFollow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-nudge-consulting/And now more about us by visiting our website 👉 https://www.bvanudgeconsulting.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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• Joe Henrich - Unlocking Human Success and Understanding the Weirdest People

  🎙️ Join us for a transformative discussion with Harvard's leading behavioral scientist Professor Joe Henrich. Author of bestsellers "The Secret of Our Success" and "The Weirdest People in the World" 📚, Joe Henrich revolutionizes our understanding of cultural evolution, innovation leadership, and human psychology. As Harvard University Ruth Moore Professor, former Canada Research Chair, and Presidential Early Career Award winner, his groundbreaking research is reshaping how we approach business and leadership. Essential insights from this discussion:·         📚 Cultural evolution research: new framework for business leadership·         🧠 WEIRD Psychology: impact on global business & innovation·         🌍 Field research findings: Peru, Chile, South Pacific case studies·         🔄 Collective brain theory: breakthrough in innovation management·         ⚡ Prestige Bias: revolutionary approach to learning & decision-making💡 This episode offers invaluable insights for business leaders seeking to understand cultural dynamics, researchers interested in behavioral economics, policy makers focused on social innovation, anyone fascinated by human psychology and cultural evolution.Don't miss this enlightening discussion bridging academic research with practical insights! 🌟🔗 Discover more about Prof. Henrich's work: https://henrich.fas.harvard.edu/© BE GOOD! Podcast by BVA Nudge ConsultingFollow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-nudge-consulting/And now more about us by visiting our website 👉 https://www.bvanudgeconsulting.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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• Michael Norton - The Ritual Effect

  🎙️ In this episode of BE GOOD!, we are honored to host Professor Michael Norton, an expert in behavioral economics and well-being from Harvard Business School. Renowned for his groundbreaking research on happiness and human behavior, Mike shares insights from his latest book, The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual. In this engaging conversation, he reveals how rituals—simple, intentional actions—can transform our daily lives by enhancing emotional well-being, strengthening relationships, and boosting workplace culture. Get ready to explore:✅ The difference between habits and rituals✅ How rituals enhance self-control and emotional well-being✅ Keys to creating impactful workplace ritualsDon’t miss this fascinating discussion with one of the most influential thinkers in behavioral science today.© BE GOOD! Podcast by BVA Nudge ConsultingFollow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-nudge-consulting/And now more about us by visiting our website 👉 https://www.bvanudgeconsulting.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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• Albert Moukheiber - Neuromania : Mieux comprendre notre cerveau et ses limites

  🎙️ Bienvenue sur BE GOOD! Dans cet épisode, Albert Moukheiber, neuroscientifique et auteur de Neuromania, déconstruit les idées reçues sur le cerveau et explore les nuances de la neuroscience moderne 🧠Découvrez dans cette interview les dangers du réductionnisme en sciences cognitives, notamment à travers les "neuromythes" populaires comme l'usage biaisé de la neuroplasticité ou des tests de personnalité. Albert y critique également l’instrumentalisation des neurosciences dans le développement personnel, qui conduit souvent à une surresponsabilisation et au burnout. Albert propose une vision équilibrée du cerveau, en insistant sur la "cognition incarnée" et la nécessité de comprendre l’interaction entre le cerveau, le corps et l’environnement. Enfin, il aborde les biais cognitifs qui favorisent les fake news et la manière dont la politique et les sciences cognitives se croisent, tout en donnant des pistes pratiques pour les dirigeants souhaitant améliorer le bien-être dans leurs organisations 🚀 💡 Découvrez les principales idées de son livre :L’impact des neuromythes sur notre quotidienPourquoi comprendre la "cognition incarnée" est crucialComment les biais cognitifs influencent notre perception des fake newsPartagez vos impressions sur vos plateformes d'écoutes ou sur notre LinkedIn :LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/bva-nudge-consulting/And now more about us by visiting our website 👉 https://www.bvanudgeconsulting.com/Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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