Andrew Brodsky on How to Be Seen Without Being Always Available | EP 617

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7 • 779 Ratings

🗓️ 29 May 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of Passion Struck, Dr. Andrew Brodsky—organizational psychologist, UT Austin professor, and author of PING: Mastering the Art of Virtual Communication—explores how presence, intention, and clarity have become the most undervalued skills in our increasingly virtual world.Drawing from his groundbreaking research and insights from PING, Brodsky reveals why performative busyness is sabotaging genuine connection, how hybrid work is rewiring the way we engage, and what leaders can do to rebuild trust, motivation, and real collaboration. If you’re navigating digital communication, managing remote teams, or simply craving more meaningful connections in your workday, this episode will shift how you lead—and how you show up.Click HERE for the full show notesExplore More: The Ignited Life NewsletterIf today’s episode sparked something in you, you’ll love The Ignited Life—our free Substack newsletter created to fuel your growth between episodes.👉 Subscribe now at TheIgnitedLife.net.Catch more of Dr. Andrew Brodsky: https://abrodsky.com/Together, John and Andrew explore:

The difference between physical, emotional, and psychological presence—and why they matter.
Why hybrid work may amplify disengagement if not intentionally designed.
How “performative busyness” is eroding real productivity and wellbeing.
The silent epidemic of disengagement—and how to detect and reverse it.
Research-backed tools for leaders to foster presence and connection.

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0:00.0	Coming up next on PassionStruck.
0:02.2	You should pause and question your communication assumptions and decisions.
0:07.0	We lose so much time just going with a flow.
0:11.3	We always do a meeting for this, so we'll keep doing a meeting.
0:14.4	The conversation is already in email, so we're not going to switch to phone.
0:17.9	The problem with that approach is that you often end up in the suboptimal choice of
0:21.9	communication medium. And when you actually stop and take a strategic approach your communication,
0:27.6	not only can you improve your productivity, you can improve your relationships, and you can
0:32.4	improve your overall well-being, because you can make yourself happier, you can disconnect more,
0:36.8	and you can find ways
0:38.1	to thrive in a world of communication overload. Welcome to Passionstruck. Hi, I'm your host,
0:43.2	John R. Miles, and on the show, we decipher the secrets, tips, and guidance of the world's
0:48.7	most inspiring people and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.
0:55.0	Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality so that you can become the best
1:01.3	version of yourself.
1:02.2	If you're new to the show, I offer advice and answer listener questions on Fridays.
1:07.6	We have long-form interviews the rest of the week with guests ranging from astronauts
1:12.4	to authors, CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists, military leaders, visionaries, and athletes.
1:20.0	Now, let's go out there and become Passionstruck. Welcome back to episode 617 of Passionstruck.
1:29.9	If you're new to the show, I am your host,
1:35.5	John Miles, and I'm so glad you're here. Passionstruck isn't just a podcast. It's a movement,
1:40.8	a community of high performers, change makers, and intentional seekers who are committed to designing lives of deeper purpose, resilience, and connection.
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