In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...
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In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...
S07E02: Your Brain Is Being Hacked: Avoid Being Manipulated
The Leadership Gambit
48 minutes
1 week ago
S07E02: Your Brain Is Being Hacked: Avoid Being Manipulated
Think you’re in control of your thoughts? Think again. In this episode, we expose how modern manipulation works, psychologically, emotionally, and digitally. From social media algorithms, emotional triggers, and cognitive hacks, your brain is being shaped by forces you don’t even notice. In this episode we break down the difference between influence, persuasion, and manipulation, revealing how marketers, leaders, and even relationships use these tactics every day. You’ll learn how emot...
The Leadership Gambit
In this completely unscripted episode, we break down the real-world skill every professional needs but no one teaches: how to cover your ass at work. From handling unpredictable bosses to navigating messy colleagues, toxic politics, shifting priorities, and sudden blame games, we walk through eight common workplace scenarios and show you exactly how to protect yourself with confidence. You’ll learn how to respond in high-pressure situations, what to document, when to speak up, when to step ba...
