We take a lighthearted look at current business and leadership practices and look to find ideas that have passed their sell-by date. We call these out as a DEDx - an idea worth binning.
Is the traditional 5-day work week overdue for retirement? In this episode, John and Anna dive into the world of reduced working hours with academic psychologist Charlotte Rae, who leads the Sussex Four-Day Week Project. The trio explores the growing momentum behind the 4-day week movement, backed by robust data on well-being, productivity, and job satisfaction. With a mix of personal stories, hard evidence, and challenging questions, they unpack whether this shift is just a nice idea—or a ...
22 Jul 2025
Failure: Not Just for Tech Bros
Anna and John explore the surprisingly rich terrain of failure—why it matters, when it’s useful, and how to distinguish the constructive kind from the kind that should never happen twice. Along the way, they share personal stories (including one involving 100 golf balls and a tractor), challenge the romanticised tech-world narrative of "failing fast," and consider what failure looks like in everyday organisations. Key Topics Discussed The different types of failure—avoidable errors vs. i...
10 Jul 2025
Is Imposter Syndrome a Myth?
This week on Ded X, Anna and John tackle Impostor Syndrome with coach Catherine Andrews The Big Idea: Catherine declares it's not a syndrome. She argues that "impostor phenomenon" was coined by researchers Clance and Imes in 1978, based on observations of high-achieving women doubting their success. The "syndrome" part, Catherine suggests, might be a rebranding by the leadership development industry. Key Takeaways: Syndrome vs. Phenomenon: Catherine views it as a common human experience, no...
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
8 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100
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