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    Behind the Curtain
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    July 29, 2025
    Fear and bonuses fail as winning strategies. Empathy drives progress.
    IndustryWeek
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    July 24, 2025
    With its focus on technology and connectivity, Industry 4.0 didn't put enough attention on people and how they fit into manufacturing, says Sarah Tilkens at the KPI Lab.
    Behind the Curtain
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    July 24, 2025
    Goals don't always drive progress and can actually hinder team success. Learn strategies to foster improved outcomes.
    Behind the Curtain
    behindthecurtain
    July 22, 2025
    Delve into the crucial topic of effective team decision-making techniques, warning against one particular method that can irreparably harm team dynamics and spill over into the...
    Behind the Curtain
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    July 17, 2025
    Friction and conflict are not the hallmarks of a team destined to solve important problems, but it’s a phase teams typically go through. In this podcast, co-hosts Professor Mohamed...

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