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Episode Synopsis
What is your role in your family of origin? Jester, responsible one, black sheep or peacemaker, we all have one. But did you know the role you have inherited or the values and beliefs your family held could be holding you back at work? Professor Deborah Ancona runs us through how to recognise the “family ghosts” and how to bust them.Guests:Deborah Ancona, Seley Distinguished Professor of Management at MIT’s Sloane School of ManagementRebekah Donaldson, executive manager, people group at QantasAnetta Pizag, workplace design consultant, strategist and author.HBR article Deborah co-wrote, Family Ghosts in the Executive SuiteProducer: Maria Tickle
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