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Oct 4, 2025 48 min

Why Being Smart Isn't Enough

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In this BONUS time episode of People Mavens, we dig in to the definition of "smart". Sounds simple? Not so fast! How should leaders prepare, support, and develop teammates who have the right qualifications but whose way of thinking doesn't lead to effective application? Do you need more than book smarts to be an effective contributor? We get into it and we're taking our time. This episode is full of nuggets, stories, and a few laughs. Hop in and check it out.

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