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2 Minute Takeaway Podcast

The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your performance and productivity at work. Motivational keynote speaker, Ken Okel, engages audiences with actionable and creative solutions. Your audience will enjoy Ken"s relatable approach to improving your performance at work. For more, visit www.KenOkel.com Ken Okel learned the value of high performance and productivity, when failure was not an option, during careers in TV News, hurricane relief, and professional

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04:59

Need Professional Resolutions?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/12/11

No matter the time of year, you should think about creating some professional resolutions. These can serve an important role in your development, no matter your position. The changes probably won't happen, unless you start with a commitment to improvement. Ideally, as your experience grows in a job, you want to also enjoy a boost in your effectiveness. Grow professionally with some actionable tips, designed to make you better, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational

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05:27

Make Things Easy

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/12/10

Whether it's selling to customers or engaging your employees, you want to make things easy for them. Think about those times when you ran into a policy or a procedure that seemed unnecessarily complicated. Now imagine if the same thing could be done in a much easier way. When you make things easy, you save time, energy, and reduce frustration for all. Get ready to find out how embracing easy is not hard, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author,

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05:11

How to Solve an Ongoing Problem

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/12/08

While they can be annoying and inconvenient, leaders need to know how to solve an ongoing problem. Otherwise, you may allow a small issue to grow. These may be more like seasonal issues, than daily problems, so it's easy to forget about them. To illustrate this kind of challenge, come with me and imagine we're facing a common problem that happens every autumn. Let's make sure you're calling the shots, with your ongoing problem, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational

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05:01

Communicate Importance and Urgency

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/12/05

Leaders can improve employee productivity and performance by better communicating importance and urgency. Often, people are led to believe that every task they're given is important. As a result, truly important things may be dropped, delayed, or performed in a hurry. An investment of a few minutes can clear up the confusion and make sure your team is focused on the right things. Show some urgency and take a listen to some actionable tips in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast

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05:27

Do You Need a Comeback at Work?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/11/11

Exhausted leaders may need a comeback at work. They've been dealing with ongoing and new challenges for months. Over time, the stress can start to affect your productivity and performance. While there will always be challenges at work, you can change the way you respond to them. Learn some actionable strategies, designed to restore a sense of control, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating

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04:07

Should You Outsource Work?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/11/04

As your business grows, you may consider whether it makes sense to outsource work. An ever-expanding list of duties may overwhelm and distract your team. But when you outsource work, you take on another expense. How do you know when it's worth having someone else invest their time in your work? Find out some actionable tips in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands

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06:12

Can Business Culture Stop the Great Resignation?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/29

Concerned employers should consider if business culture can stop the Great Resignation. If you don't think so, then you may see a lot of people leaving your organization. A strong business culture can become the magnet that keeps current employees in place and attracts good candidates. How can you strengthen your business culture, especially during uncertain times? Find out some actionable tips in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and

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05:24

How to Use Humor to Help Your Business

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/28

You can boost performance inside and outside of your organization, if you learn how to use humor to help your business. Simple, little jokes can help shortcut various communication processes. Even if you don't think you're not very funny, the positive results from this kind of strategic communication are no laughing matter. Find out how to break out your business funny bone in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel,

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05:41

The Scary Part of Business Horror Stories

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/24

The scary part of business horror stories is that they happen more than you think. And sometimes, you may be the monster. Why are these stories important and how can they have a real world impact on things like retention? Find out the good, the bad, and the spooky in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change. He's embraced it and shares his

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05:24

The Rock Star Productivity Secret

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/14

The rock star productivity secret can save you time and money, as well as prevent a lot of frustration on the job. And even if you don't have great musical skills, the secret is accessible to all. I saw it in action during my TV news days. And while it may not seem like something that's very rock and roll, it can be the key to your improved productivity. Turn up the volume and listen to this secret in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and

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04:49

Impossible or Challenging?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/13

Leaders who have to make smart decisions, during changing times, need to understand when a new situation is impossible or challenging. Often, perceived difficulty may keep you from stretching professionally and embracing new things. On the other hand, you don't want to waste time and money. How can you raise your comfort level in these situations? Find out some actionable tips in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel,

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04:22

Managing Workplace Change

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/10/07

Properly managing workplace change can help save you time and money at work. During busy times, leaders may look to find the fastest solution to a problem, which can open the door to unexpected consequences. How can you think things through better, before you make your next big decision? Discover a simple and effective game plan in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He

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04:03

Leaders Should Recognize Improvement

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/09/30

Leaders should recognize improvement because businesses often grow due to employees, other than your top performers. These people, who could be described as good to average, often make up the bulk of your team. If you can encourage them a little and inspire them to improve, then they can have a major impact on your bottom line. Embrace and support those who can improve in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes

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05:30

Do You Ever Use Excuses at Work?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/09/23

As a leader, do you ever use excuses at work? It's understandable there may be parts of your job that you don't like or things that are out of your control. But are you starting to use excuses as a crutch, preventing you from being accountable and growing professionally? Find out five common excuses you should stop using in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the

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04:41

Do You Have This Limiting Belief at Work?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/09/17

A popular phrase may become a limiting belief at work. It's all about finding the right balance between trying something new or not moving out of your comfort zone. But when someone or even you says, "Stay in your lane," is the outcome likely going to be failure? That could be the case in a business climate that demands innovation. Let's reframe the situation in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating

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05:35

How to Prepare for Resignations

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/09/08

While it's scary for leaders to imagine losing people, they should think about how to prepare for resignations. Some predictions expect a record number of employees to leave their jobs for greener pastures. It's all reportedly part of the fallout from the pandemic. How can leaders weather the storm of resignations and might there be some good in saying goodbye to longtime employees? Find out some actionable strategies in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote

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13:38

Ken Okel Virtual Keynote Segment

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/09/03

To celebrate a new podcast milestone, you get to enjoy a Ken Okel virtual keynote session. It's a roughly 12 minute segment from a recent presentation. During the talk, you'll learn about resetting the way you think about change at work, setting priorities on the job, and the importance of clear instructions at work. You'll also learn the question you should start asking. Enjoy and get a professional edge in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author,

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05:39

Accepting Frustration at Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/08/27

Leaders who can get comfortable with accepting frustration at work will enjoy less stress and become more productive on the job. Sometimes there are things that you don't like but they are acceptably annoying. In other words, you can learn to live with them. How do you let go of the little things that are currently bothering you? Find out in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings

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05:05

The Power of Asking for Help

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/08/19

If you feel professionally stuck or falling behind the pack, then you should embrace the power of asking for help. In an ever-changing workplace, you can't be an expert on everything. How do you ask for help without weakening your authority? Find out what you can do and several other tips in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change. He's

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05:05

Giving Employees More Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/08/11

Busy leaders may want to think twice before giving employees more work. There's a good chance that adding, one more thing, could lead to productivity problems and possibly burnout. What if there was a way to increase employee workloads in a more strategic fashion and keep them engaged? Find out how keep performance and office harmony high in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings

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