27 Jul 2025
37m

Sunday Pick: Unsolicited Advice: How to get your mojo back at work | Fixable

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In this episode of "Fixable," co-hosts Anne Morris and Frances Frey offer unsolicited advice on how to combat feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and uninspired at work, which they term "exhausted mediocrity." They discuss strategies for intentional rest and recovery, drawing on the work of Leslie Perlow and Arianna Huffington, emphasizing the importance of scheduled time off and setting boundaries to avoid being "always on." The hosts also explore how to manage the emotional impact of others and the need to identify and meet one's own micro needs for variety, mastery, and learning. They advocate for ambitious goal-setting, encouraging listeners to "add a zero" to their aspirations and take immediate action to unlock their potential and create a more fulfilling work experience.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Problem Definition

Part 2: Understanding and Addressing Exhaustion

Part 3: Cultivating Energy and Passion

Part 4: Embracing Ambition and Action

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