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I Wish They Knew

I Wish They Knew

By: Joe Hirsch
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Joe Hirsch hosts small conversations about big ideas that deserve more attention -- in about the time to takes to enjoy a cup of coffee.Joe Hirsch Economics
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  • (Ep. 248) Ali Merchant: Go all-in on feedback
    Oct 29 2025

    IN EPISODE 248:

    Some people manage by default. The good ones manage by design. In Episode 248, Ali Merchant highlights the ways "all in" managers stand out, especially when it comes to sharing feedback. We discuss practical strategies for improving feedback conversations and positive communication in the workplace. Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned vet, there's a lot of useful tips here that can help you make your next feedback conversation your best one yet.

    ABOUT ALI MERCHANT:

    Ali Merchant is the founder of All-In Manager, a leadershipdevelopment company. He's trained thousands of managers and coached hundreds of senior leaders worldwide and is the author of, The All-In Manager: Be a Better Leader Today, Not Someday.

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    16 mins
  • (Ep. 247) Claude Silver: Show your emotions at work
    Oct 21 2025

    IN EPISODE 247:

    There's nothing wrong with showing some emotion at work - as long as we do it right. In Episode 247, Claude Silver, the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, talks about the importance of emotional expression in the workplace. We discuss why showing up authentically can lead to a more human and productive work environment. Claude introduces three pillars of emotional engagement: emotional optimism, emotional bravery, and emotional efficiency, and emphasizes the significance of good citizenship within teams.

    ABOUT CLAUDE SILVER:

    Claude Silver is the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX where shepartners with CEO Gary Vaynerchuk to drive their success. She's the recipient of several awards, including AdWeek's "Changing the Game Award," and has helped organizations like Meta, Google, and the US Armed Forces improvetheir talent and workplace culture. Claude is the author of Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart.

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    16 mins
  • (Ep. 246) Urs Koenig: Radical humility
    Sep 30 2025

    IN EPISODE 246:

    Humble leaders don't see themselves as better than others - they try to make others better. In Episode 246, former NATO commander Urs Koenig explores the beliefs and behaviors of radical humility and why humble leaders stand out with their approach. We cover lots of ground here, including how to lead relationally and focus on strategy, not tactics; how to build a leadership factory where we train people to leave us; and how to get honest feedback from others without creating fear or friction. Humble leaders are less involved but more relevant - and after listening to Urs, you'll be ready to start practicing radical humility as well.
    ABOUT URS KOENIG:

    Urs Koenig is a former United Nations military peacekeeper and NATO military peacekeeping commander, a highly accomplished ultra-endurance champion, a widely published professor, bestselling author, and a seasoned executive coach and keynote speaker. His new book is Radical Humility.

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    14 mins
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