Esther Perel: Build better relationships at work

In this episode of Masters of Scale, host Jeff Berman interviews relationship expert Esther Perel about applying relationship principles to the workplace, especially in remote and technologically advanced environments. They discuss the blurring lines between personal and professional spheres, the importance of relational intelligence for company culture and performance, and the challenges of maintaining human connection amidst remote work and AI advancements. Perel introduces her conversational card game, "Where Should We Begin – At Work," designed to foster deeper connections among colleagues. She emphasizes the need for intentional interactions, tolerance, and curiosity in the workplace to combat increasing polarization and the loss of communal structures, and advises graduates to prioritize learning from good teachers and managers over specific topics or companies.