Dr. Jamil Zaki on Overcoming Cynicism: How Hope and Trust Transform Workplaces and Communities

Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel

How does cynicism harm our workplaces and our communities? Tune in for this insightful conversation with Dr. Jamil Zaki, professor of psychology at Stanford University, director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab, and author of the new book Hope for Cynics.

Jamil joins Jessi to delve into the dangers of cynicism and the transformative power of hope and trust. He explores how the psychological impacts of cynicism affect individual well-being and organizational culture, and how overcoming cynicism can lead to profoundly positive changes in our workplaces, our communities, and ourselves. Jamil and Jessi discuss the contrast between hyper-competitive, cutthroat environments and collaborative, trusting communities. They examine why hope is not naive but a powerful tool for meaningful activism and collective change.

Listen to gain actionable insights into transforming workplace cultures, building trust in organizations, fostering hopeful skepticism, and driving positive change in our interconnected world throughout our lives and careers.

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