Published Nov 1, 2021

Work 2.0: The Obstacles You Don't See

Shankar Vedantam and organizational psychologist Loran Nordgren delve into the unseen psychological and social dynamics that obstruct new ideas, offering actionable insights on reducing these frictions to enhance motivation and drive organizational success.

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Work 2.0: The Obstacles You Don't See

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Fuel and Friction

Overcoming Resistance

The Backfire Effect

Reducing Friction

The Power of Friction

The Power of Friction

Marketing Missteps

Friction and Change

Customer Conversion Insights

Self-Persuasion Strategies

Overcoming Decision Friction

Emotional Friction Unveiled

Friction and Reactance

Fuel vs. Friction

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Invisible Obstacles

Reducing Friction

Fuel and Motivation

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Work 2.0: The Obstacles You Don't See

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Invisible ObstaclesLoran Nordgren, an organizational psychologist, explores the unseen obstacles that impede the acceptance of new ideas. He emphasizes the role of psychological barriers and social dynamics in shaping our resistance to change.

Invisible Obstacles

Reducing FrictionLoran Nordgren explores how reducing friction can lead to significant improvements in behavior and organizational effectiveness. He shares practical examples and strategies for overcoming obstacles that often go unnoticed.

Reducing Friction

Fuel and MotivationLoran Nordgren explores the balance between motivation and friction in achieving organizational success. He highlights the importance of understanding and addressing hidden obstacles to effectively drive progress.

Fuel and Motivation

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