FTF254: Talk the Walk with Alan Weiss (How to avoid gambling away your career)

FTF254: Talk the Walk with Alan Weiss (How to avoid gambling away your career)

Author: Leanne Hughes November 14, 2024 Duration: 30:42
Send Leanne a message Fresh off a Las Vegas red carpet experience, Leanne Hughes sits down with legendary consultant Alan Weiss for a candid conversation about career risks, professional reinvention, and the art of strategic decision-making. Drawing parallels between Vegas gambling and career moves, this episode delivers unexpected insights about when to hold steady and when to make bold moves in your professional life. Whether you're contemplating a career pivot or looking to l...

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