Don’t Change the Women, Change the Workplace. Rethinking Workplace Diversity to Include Neurosignature Diversity. In this episode, Friederike discusses the issues with traditional diversity initiatives like anti-bias training, which often do not yield meaningful results. She shares an alternative approach focused on neurosignature diversity, highlighting the importance of considering differences in personality, skills, and strengths (which are shaped by one's neurosignature) rather than just gender. By creating policies that respect these differences, such as fostering autonomy, creating flexible work environments, and focusing on outcome culture, workplaces can become more inclusive and benefit from a wider talent pool. This, she argues, would ultimately lead to more diverse leadership and better organizational performance overall, as a brain-friendly workplace benefits everyone. 00:00 Introduction 00:09 Why Current Diversity Efforts Are Failing 02:04 Neurosignature Diversity 04:55 Understanding Different Neurosignatures 08:32 Creating a Brain-Friendly Workplace 12:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
Not All Feedback Is Created Equal In this episode, Friederike Fabritius shares her insight about the effective ways of giving and receiving feedback. She drives home the importance of intention when it comes to feedback by using real-world examples. Key points include understanding the giver's intentions, delivering bad news quickly and honestly, avoiding the 'feedback sandwich', and ensuring feedback is timely. Friederike introduces the EECC framework (Example, Effect, Change, Continue) as an effective guide for providing better feedback. 00:00 Introduction to Effective Feedback 00:17 When To Ignore Feedback 03:08 Understanding Intentions 04:29 Delivering Negative Feedback Effectively 06:43 The Problem with the Feedback Sandwich 07:47 Why Timing is Important 08:45 Balancing Positive and Negative Experiences 11:07 The EECC Feedback Framework 12:09 Recap and Final Thoughts Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
Friederike Fabritius brings her expertise to the topic of introversion, providing insights valuable to introverts and extroverts alike. She discusses the neuroscience behind introversion and extroversion, society's bias towards extroverts, and practical tips for creating an inclusive workplace. Key points include the unique strengths of introverts, such as intrinsic motivation, resistance to groupthink, and deep intellectual engagement. She shares applicable strategies to make work environments more introvert-friendly - a benefit to both introverts and extroverts. 00:51 Understanding Introversion and Extroversion 02:18 The Strengths of Introverts 04:04 Brain Differences Between Introverts and Extroverts 05:22 Insights on Introversion 07:21 Creating an Introvert-Friendly Workplace 09:50 Practical Tips 12:24 The Importance of Silence and Solitude Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
Friederike shares essential tips for both singles and those in relationships, stressing the importance of failing fast when a partner is unsuitable and trusting one's gut feelings. The discussion covers why individuals should avoid trying to change their partners and highlights the significance of finding similarities for long-term success. Friederike stresses the necessity of personal self-esteem work to prevent recurring unhealthy patterns in relationships. She explains the importance of prioritizing and showing daily appreciation to one's partner for a lasting, fulfilling relationship. 00:00 Introduction 00:35 The Number One Mistake in Relationships 02:03 Fail Fast 03:12 Trust Your Intuition 04:22 Work on Your Self-Esteem 05:20 Don't Try to Change Your Partner 06:12 The Importance of Similarity 07:43 Prioritizing Your Partner 09:07 Conclusion Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
In this episode, the Friederike explores the surprising negative effects of alcohol on the brain and body, despite its social normalization. She discusses how alcohol kills brain cells, disrupts the gut microbiome, weakens the prefrontal cortex, and impairs memory and learning ability. The episode highlights the long-term consequences of drinking, such as increased stress, poor sleep quality, and higher cancer risk, while also offering practical tips for mitigating some of these negative effects. Ultimately, Friederike stresses the importance of informed choices when it comes to alcohol intake, and shares the potential for brain recovery by reducing or eliminating it altogether. 00:00 Introduction: The Impact of Alcohol on the Brain 00:41 The Misconceptions About Alcohol 01:29 Short-Term Effects of Alcohol 04:39 Long-Term Effects of Alcohol 11:17 Practical Tips to Mitigate Alcohol's Impact 12:46 Conclusion: Reversing the Effects of Alcohol Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
In the third episode of The Friederike Fabritius Show, Friederike offers science-based strategies for maintaining motivation and staying on track with personal goals. She emphasizes the importance of implementation intentions, advocating for specific 'if-then' statements to create clear triggers for actions. She discusses the role of a supportive social environment, the risks of setting too many goals simultaneously, and the concept of keystone habits that positively influence multiple aspects of life. Friederike rounds out the episode ends by sharing her Fun, Fear, and Focus© framework as a way to stay on track and boost neuroplasticity - helping you reach your fullest potential. 00:00 Introduction to Staying on Track 00:56 Understanding Implementation Intentions 03:48 The Importance of Social Support 06:12 Avoiding Overwhelm: Focus on One Goal 07:29 Keystone Habits: The Power of Exercise 08:44 Simplifying Routines for Success 10:11 Training Your Willpower 12:44 Conclusion: Fun, Fear, and Focus© Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
In the second episode, Friederike dives into the psychological and emotional aspects of habit change. The discussion covers the elements of habits—triggers, routines, and rewards—providing practical advice on creating effective triggers and manageable routines, as well as emphasizing the importance of starting immediately. Friederike highlights the need for rewarding oneself and integrating small wins for sustained motivation. Neuroscientific insights underscore why simple inhibition of undesirable behaviors and relying on willpower alone is inefficient. The episode concludes with tips on optimizing energy levels for initiating new habits. 00:00 Introduction to Habit Change 00:31 Understanding Procrastination 01:22 The Anatomy of a Habit 02:18 Identifying and Controlling Triggers 03:58 Creating a Manageable Routine 05:21 The Importance of Rewards 08:14 Replacing Old Habits 10:43 The Power of Visualization 13:20 Final Tips and Conclusion Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.
In the very first episode of her podcast, Friederike Fabritius discusses the neuroscience behind why 92% of New Year's resolutions fail. The episode digs into three core reasons: the brain's tendency to conserve energy, its immature prefrontal cortex, and its focus on short-term rewards. Friederike provides practical advice on setting realistic, emotionally meaningful goals that slightly challenge the brain. Emphasizing the importance of self-efficacy, she aims to help listeners choose sustainable goals and improve their habit-forming strategies. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:46 Understanding Why Resolutions Fail 01:34 The Lazy Brain: Neuroscience Insights 05:12 Setting Realistic Goals 08:53 The Importance of Emotional Relevance 13:43 Conclusion and Next Steps Follow Friederike on LinkedIn to stay connected and up to date on her neurohacks. And if you're looking for more brain-friendly insights be sure to subscribe to The Brain-Friendly Newsletter.