21.5 | Just Ask Jess: Untangling Conflicts of Interest at Work
Wired to Work | Neuroscience, Psychology & LeadershipShow Notes
In this bonus Q&A segment, Jess unpacks three real-world scenarios—an RFP gone sideways, a hiring process with hidden ties, and a client relationship kept quiet—all pointing to one root issue: undisclosed conflicts of interest. She explains why most conflicts aren’t intentional, the reputational risks they pose, and how leaders can build awareness, motivation, and clear processes to prevent them. Chapters (00:00:00) - Conflict of Interest: T...
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