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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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04:09

Ready to Go Back to the Office?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/05/05

After working from home, are your employees ready to go back to the office? The transition can be made smoother with some careful planning. You may want to take the opportunity to reinvent the workplace. Some little changes could make a big difference for your team. Find out a few actionable suggestions 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

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04:01

Focusing on the Right Things

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/04/28

In a world full of distractions, you'll gain a professional edge by focusing on the right things. Often this means not spending time on certain activities or allowing problems to remain unsolved. I call this scenario, Watering Your Weeds. Find out what you can do to reclaim your productive time, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. To get the infographic I mentioned click here. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change

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08:09

Leadership Communication Mistakes

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/04/24

Great businesses can be undermined by leadership communication mistakes. These are mostly unforced errors that can happen when people are working hard, during busy times. These mistakes can cast a shadow over your organization and limit its future and the bottom line. Strengthen your communication skills in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. To get the infographic I mentioned click here. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of

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04:28

How to Lead During Challenging Times

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/04/07

It can take a different skill set to lead during challenging times at work. You'll likely face a lot of big decisions that you need to make quickly. The stakes are high and if you guess wrong, then you'll be in trouble. So how do you perform at a high level during these days? Find out an approach that honors your productive time, in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's embraced

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03:38

Have Your Best Practices Become Ineffective?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/31

Over time, leaders need to ask whether their best practices have become ineffective. There are signs, in that your business may not be as efficient as in the past or your results are no longer as robust. At this point, the old way of doing things is hurting organizational performance. Learn if it's time to make some changes in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's embraced it and

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03:58

So You Hired a Bad Employee

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/26

If you hired a bad employee, then you need to be careful how you manage your team in the future. Very often, you've had to fire an under performing person, which is a painful experience. It's tempting to overreact to the situation and treat it like a bad romantic breakup, which results in a lot of new restrictive policies for your current and future employees. But are you allowing a bad hire to limit your team's performance? Find out how to improve your management skills, in a challenging situation,

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05:48

How to Learn from Your Mistakes

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/26

At work, there are going to be days when things go wrong but can you learn from your mistakes? This can open the door to professional growth and probably less stress on the job. But in order to start the process, you must have the courage to change as you hear these actionable tips. To illustrate these points, I'm going to take you into the world of TV news in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the

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07:04

How to Review Negative Feedback

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/24

While you may not enjoy receiving it, it's smart to learn how to review negative feedback. This can help you make adjustments that can boost your career. Everyone has room for improvement. It's also important to be able to put the negative feedback into perspective, as some comments may not be worth worrying about. Get your professional edge in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Here's the link to download the special guide I mention. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and

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04:47

Do Employees Forget Your Training?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/17

As a leader, you should be worried if employees forget your training. Not knowing what to do at critical times will hurt your organization and likely your bottom line as well. When a pressure packed situation emerges or a key staff member is out of the office, can people perform at a high level in unfamiliar roles or processes? Or will your training let you down? Find out how to improve your training for these, "what if," moments in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational

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04:16

Timeline Tips for Project Managers

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/12

To reach a successful outcome on your next collaboration, you'll want to consider these timeline tips for project managers. Otherwise, little issues may sabotage the outcome. Working with a group can produce problems, so why not invest the time at the beginning of a project, so there will be clarity and focus throughout the endeavor. Learn how in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change

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05:05

Knowledge Snobs Hurt Workplace Culture

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/10

To get the most out of your team, you need to understand that knowledge snobs hurt workplace culture. Knowledge snobs are people who withhold or control the flow of information in your organization. Usually, it's done in a very unfair way. This hurts productivity and employee engagement, while raising stress levels. Find out how to identify these sneaky and unproductive behaviors in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel

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04:10

The Problem with Employee Questions

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/10

The problem with employee questions is they can take up a lot of a leader's time. While many of these questions need to be asked, each represents a distraction for you. The key is not to shut your door but rather learn to manage employee questions, like how an umbrella keeps you dry in a rain storm. Get the answers you need about questions in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's

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03:30

Why Leaders Need to Take a Break

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/03/06

In the rush of trying to get everything done, it's easy to forget why leaders need to take a break. These aren't long vacations but rather strategic timeouts that allow you to mentally regroup. Don't be afraid to invest a few minutes that will allow you to later perform at a higher level. Find out how you can start your break in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's embraced it

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07:58

Do You Make These Leadership Mistakes?

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/02/27

Even the best leaders may need to ask themselves if they make these common leadership mistakes. These are five little problems that can hold back your performance and potential. Find out how to avoid these leadership traps. This is a lesson that can also help any member of your team. Change the game in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Click here to download the guide I mentioned in this episode. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the

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05:42

Tips to Avoid Digital Overload

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/02/26

In an increasingly work from home world, you'll value these tips to avoid digital overload. This happens when otherwise good online tools start to dominate your workday and hurt your productivity. Studies have found it's a growing problem. Let's find the right balance of technology and performance in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's embraced it and shares his unique career

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04:30

Improve Online Business Meetings

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/02/25

If you're experiencing remote work frustration, then you might want to improve online business meetings. These are the sessions you used to hold in-person with your colleagues. Now, you're having to stare at a screen, as you make big decisions and may feel like something is missing from the process. Learn how to improve these online meetings in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change

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03:23

Fixing Little Problems at Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/02/11

While they may not seem very important, smart leaders know the value of fixing little problems at work. These are the lingering issues that you always mean to get around to solving. Why leave it to chance, when you'll get around to it, and instead follow a process that fixes these issues and may even reveal other problems. Find out this actionable process in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge

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04:12

Self-Improvement at Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/01/31

Self-improvement at work doesn't have to mean big changes. Sometimes, little corrections to your normal routines can yield increased productivity. It's about seeing things through a fresh perspective. Learn how you can start on a new you at work in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's embraced it and shares his unique career observations with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway

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07:03

Clear Instructions Matter at Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/01/28

During times of change or unexpected challenges, clear instructions matter at work. When employees know what to do or customers know what to expect, you eliminate a lot of barriers to success. How can you navigate the traps that can important communication process? Pick up some actionable strategies in this special episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast, which is adapted from a virtual presentation. Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of

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04:03

What to Change at Work

2 Minute Takeaway Podcast ·

2021/01/15

As a business faces new challenges, it's important to understand what to change at work. These adjustments could see you focus more on current goals or shift to new priorities. Knowing what to change and what to embrace is not easy and it can lead to decision paralysis. Learn a simple exercise that can get you started, with this evaluation, in this episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel understands the challenge of change. He's

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