Workplace cheat codes: 5 ways to up your odds of success

891. At work we're constantly placing bets on uncertain outcomes, which projects to prioritize and which risks to take. But most of us never think about how to improve our odds. Today Rachel shares five “cheat codes,” simple, high-impact practices that give you a massive advantage before things go sideways. From running a "premortem" to flush out hidden risks to using a "stinky fish" exercise to surface team anxieties, learn how to anticipate problems before they become crises. Whether you're a team lead or a solo contributor, these tactics will help you work better by design and give your career a few "extra lives." Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast , hosted by Rachel Cooke! Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: modernmentor@quickanddirtytips.com Discover more from Modern Mentor! Facebook LinkedIn Newsletter Transcripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Workplace cheat codes: 5 ways to up your odds of success is an episode from Get-It-Done Guy's Quick and Dirty Tips to Work Less and Do More by Macmillan Holdings, LLC.

This episode is 9:43 long.

This episode was published on Apr 7, 2026.

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