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5 May 2022 · 1 h 38 min

Books from Marcus Buckingham

“How To Find Ultimate Fulfilment At Work: Marcus Buckingham”

3 books mentioned

  1. Cover of First, Break All the Rules
    Guest's book

    First, Break All the Rules

    by Marcus Buckingham

    Steven Bartlett · ~00:25:38

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of Love + Work
    Guest's book

    Love + Work

    by Marcus Buckingham

    Marcus Buckingham · ~00:26:06

    Buy on Amazon
  3. Cover of Nine Lies About Work
    Guest's book

    Nine Lies About Work

    by Marcus Buckingham

    Episode description

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The conversation

Marcus Buckingham, a leading researcher on strengths and leadership, discusses how to find fulfillment at work by focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses. He explains the 'red threads' concept and the 'loved it/loathed it' method, and shares insights on effective management, feedback, and team dynamics.

Talking points

  • Research on strengths and employee engagement
  • Overcoming a stammer through public speaking
  • Cave painting as first team depiction
  • Managing underperformers and weekly one-on-ones
  • Feedback versus attention in the workplace
  • Red threads and the loved it/loathed it method
  • Panic attacks and personal growth at Gallup
  • Relationship advice based on positive perception