Best AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone Podcasts (2025)

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Foolish Thoughts #491: Older Worker Myths (Part 1) 4:17

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12h ago4:17

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Recently, I came across a sidebar in TD Magazine regarding four myths about older workers. As an older worker, I wanted to share my thoughts. Thanks. #olderworker #olderemployee #myths #employeeBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #490: The SALESMAN (1969) and Me 4:09

5d ago4:09

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Have a listed to my connection (and that of my family) with a little known, but acclaimed at the time, documentary.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #489: Reselling - Using Photos 3:51

8d ago3:51

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By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #488: My Art is My Currency (A True Reselling Story) 2:41

13d ago2:41

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When reselling, you come across all types. Hear about one such person. #ebaylife #reselling #resellercommunity #resellers #resellerlife #resellingcommunity #reseller #resell #craigslistBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #487: Reselling - Well, You Got It For Free (A True Story) 3:05

15d ago3:05

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When you are reselling, you come across all types. Hear about one such person. #ebaylife #reselling #resellercommunity #resellers #resellerlife #reseller #ebayseller #craigslistBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #486: Quiet Cracking (Part 2) 2:30

20d ago2:30

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In the last episode, we defined Quiet Cracking. Now, let's have a listen to some of the possible ways to reduce it in the workplace.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #485: Quiet Cracking (Part 1) 2:23

22d ago2:23

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Have you heard of "Quiet Cracking?" You have probably experienced it but don't even know it. So, have a listen and learn all about it. #QuietCracking #EmotionalStruggles #EmotionalWellbeingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #484: Frolleagues 2:32

27d ago2:32

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Do you have "frolleagues?" You probably do but don't even know it. So, have a listen!By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #483: Training Consultant Best Practices 3:05

29d ago3:05

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Have a listen about a recent article I read describing the best practices every training consultant should have. #bestpractices #success #smallbusiness #strategy #business #credibility #businesstips #entrepreneur #consultingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #482: Website Evaluation. Not! (Part 2) 3:37

1M ago3:37

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Hear about my experience when I took some unknown organization up on their offer to provide me with a free analysis of my website! #webdesign #socialmedia #website #business #design #websitedesignBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #481: Website Evaluation. Not! (Part 1) 3:06

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Hear about my experience when I took some unknown organization up on their offer to provide me with a free analysis of my website! #webdesign #socialmedia #website #business #design #websitedesignBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #480: BoardSi is BoardNo 3:53

1M ago3:53

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Have a listen to my experience with BoardSi and why I say BoardNo.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #479: Welcome Back 2:04

1M ago2:04

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By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #478: See You In September! 3:27

4M ago3:27

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The title says it all.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #477: The AI Scam Call 4:18

4M ago4:18

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Do you receive scam calls? I do. Have a listen to one that I received recently using AI. #ScamCallAwareness #FraudPrevention #ScamAlert #PhoneScamSafety #FraudulentCalls #ScamCallEducation #scamcallBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #476: Reselling - Local Pick-Up 3:06

4M ago3:06

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When I resell, I selectively offer "local pick-up". Have a listen to what I do, when I offer local pick-up. #ResellingSuccess #EcommerceStrategies #RetailReseller #ResellBusiness #ResellingTips #ResellToProfitBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #475: Anti-Perks 3:01

4M ago3:01

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Over the last 15 to 20 years, we have seen the rise of ANTI-PERKS. If you don't know what an anti-perk is, then have a listen. #EmployeeEngagement #Benefits #InnovationInWorkplace #EmployeePerks #WorkplaceBenefits #JobPerks #TalentAttraction #CompanyCultureBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #474: The Least Thanked Jobs 3:11

4M ago3:11

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Have a listen to a recent survey which identified the least "thanked" jobs. Will you agree? #thankful #motivation #appreciation #gratitude #appreciate #grateful #thanks #thankyouBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #473: The Most Useless Email Phrase 2:51

4M ago2:51

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Hear what is considered currently the most useless email phrase. Do you agree? #business #emails #emailsuccess #emailtips #stupid #worthless #uselessBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #472: The Snippet Generation 2:40

4M ago2:40

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Are you a member of the Snippet Generation? Do you even know what that is? Then have a listen! #trend #lifestyle #life #generationz #genz #youthBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #471: Colleges Not Preparing Future Workers? 2:17

5M ago2:17

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Have a listen to the survey results of 800 HR professionals regarding colleges not preparing future employees. And, I chime in with some of my Foolish Thoughts on the matter. #hiring #hr #work #staffing #business #education #humanresources #jobs #recruitment #career #employmentBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #470: I Got the Wrong Degree 4:26

5M ago4:26

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A recent survey of 800 recent graduates claims that many of them earned the wrong degree. Have a listen as to why they believe this. #college #collegeeducation #collegedegree #studentsuccess #success #degree #universityBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #469: Teacher to Trainer 3:42

5M ago3:42

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Are you a classroom teacher? Have you ever thought about making a career change? Have you ever thought about going into the world of corporate training? Then have a listen about making that jump! #education #training #teacher #teaching #learning #classroom #educatorsBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #468: Don't Just Scroll. Delete and Unsubscribe. 3:27

5M ago3:27

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Have a listen to a gentleman who ran out of space on his email account and the advice I provided to him. #emailtips #emails #business #emailmanagementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #467: The Toilet Paper Resignation 4:25

5M ago4:25

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Did you hear about The Toilet Paper Resignation? Have a listen to learn all about it and some questions that I have, #management #employee #resigning #quitting #employment #resign #employer #resignationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #466: Learning Objectives - A Criticism 3:19

5M ago3:19

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Have a listen to a criticism I have about a recent article on learning objectives. #learningobjective #goals #trainingobjectives #training #understandingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #465: Mother, May I? 3:35

5M ago3:35

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When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemoryBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #464: Red Light, Green Light 1 2 3 3:06

5M ago3:06

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When you retire, you begin to reminisce about things. Hear about one game, which I played when I was child. #games #childhood #childhoodmemories #childhoodlife #childhoodmemoryBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #463: Professionally De-Linking (Slowly) 4:47

6M ago4:47

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When you retire, it may be difficult to "de-link" from your profession or other interests/activities. Hear about what I did to begin the process of "de-linking". #remove #delink #professionallife #professionalBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #462: eBay Sourcing (Continued) 3:29

6M ago3:29

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In previous episodes, I discussed a number of "places" you might source or find items, which you may sell on eBay and other platforms. In this episode, I will discuss one which some have had success. #resellers #ebaylife #ebaycommunity #reselling #ebayseller #resell #reseller #ebay #garagesalesBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #461: Observe in a Stealth Manner (A True Training Story) 6:57

6M ago6:57

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When you observe a trainer in action, do so in a stealth manner. Hear about a time when I was observed, and it was anything but. #training #learning #observation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TrainingAndDevelopment #SkillEnhancementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #460: Retirement - Less Is Better. Get Use To It 3:31

6M ago3:31

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There are many things you can do to simplify your lifestyle in retirement. Hear about one way but you will need to change your expectations. #retirement #retirementlife #simplificationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #459: Retirement - Clean Out Time! 3:17

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When you retire, this is one of the things you should. However, many do not necessarily think of doing this. Note: No episodes will be published on April 15 and April 17, 2025. #cleanout #delete #files #digitalfiles #digital #retirement #retirementlifeBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #458: Retirement - The First Thing I Did 5:07

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Once I decided to retire, I was determined not to simply watch the grass grow. Hear about the first thing I did. #LifeAfterWork #RetirementGoals #RetirementLifestyle #FuturePlanning #EnjoyingRetirementBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #457: Special Interview Tests 3:52

6M ago3:52

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Have you heard about "Special Interview" Tests? Do you know what they are? Do you give them? Have a listen as to what they are and why they are given. #JobInterview #InterviewTips #InterviewPreparation #JobSearch #InterviewSuccessBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #456: Ten Ways to Know Your Training Has Been Effective 3:05

7M ago3:05

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Have a listen to ten ways to know if your training has been effective. These will truly resonate with anyone in the learning/training profession. #business #training #inspiration #teaching #success #motivation #life #leadership #skills #classroomBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #455: Learn Something New Each Day 3:50

7M ago3:50

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"Learn Something New Each Day" can and should be done by everyone, especially by someone you might least expect.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #454: Sourcing from the Dead 4:34

7M ago4:34

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Looking to sell on eBay or one of the many other platforms, then learn how you can "Source from the Dead." #reselling #ebaylife #resellers #resellerlife #estatesales #ebayBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #453: eBay Sourcing (P2) 4:20

7M ago4:20

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In this continuation from the last episode, learn how you can source at no or low cost. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellercommunity #ebaystore #ebay #reselinglBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #452: eBay Sourcing (P1) 4:20

7M ago4:20

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Learn about the fastest and easiest way you can source for selling on eBay. #ebayreseller #reseller #ebaylife #resellers #resellercommunity #resellerlife #reselling #ebayBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #451: Knowing When to Pack It In 3:08

7M ago3:08

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One of the things my father would always say that you need to "Know When to Pack It In." Hear about me doing just that and some changes to this podcast.By AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #450: Eye Contact 2:57

7M ago2:57

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When speaking to a group - large or small - making eye contact is essential. Have a listen to not only the why but also the how. #EyeContact #NonverbalCommunication #InterpersonalSkills #EffectiveCommunication #ConnectionBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #449: Why Use Gestures? 2:33

7M ago2:33

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Have a listen as to why using gestures is important while you speak. #Gesture #Gestures #NonverbalCommunication #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #HumanConnectionBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #448: Eliminating Distracting Mannerisms 3:35

7M ago3:35

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Do your mannerisms distract from your message? Have a listen to what you need to do, to help your audience focus on your message. #Mannerisms #BodyLanguage #CommunicationSkills #NonverbalCommunicationBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #447: eBay Selling - Hidden Costs (P2) 5:11

8M ago5:11

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Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream. Some, like myself, may sell on eBay. Have a listen to how you can keep some of the hidden costs under control, if you decide to sell on eBay. #revenuestream #consultingrevenue #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebayselling…

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Foolish Thoughts #446: eBay Selling - Hidden Costs (P1) 4:24

8M ago4:24

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Every consultant needs to have more than one revenue stream. Some, like myself, may sell on eBay. Have a listen to some of the hidden costs you will encounter, if you decide to sell on eBay. #revenuestream #consultingrevenue #ebayseller #ebay #resellingcommunity #ebaysellerlife #ebaysellingBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #445: Trainers Love Games. But is it appropriate? (P2) 3:21

8M ago3:21

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Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses. However, are they appropriate? Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course. #TrainerGuide #GamePerformance #GameDevelopment #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygameBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #444: Trainers Love Games. But is it appropriate? (P1) 3:39

8M ago3:39

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Trainers love to use games as part of their workshops/courses. However, are they appropriate? Have a listen to some of the questions you need to ask to ensure that they are appropriate for your workshop/course. #TrainerGuide #GamePerformance #GameDevelopment #boardgames #simulationgame #strategygameBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #443: Resume Lying 3:10

8M ago3:10

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A recent survey of job seekers found that a sizable portion lied on their resumes. Have a listen to the reasons why. #recruiting #business #jobseekers #curriculumvitae #hr #recruitment #resumedesign #resumewriting #resumeBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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Foolish Thoughts #442: What's in Your Wallet? (Training Tip) 1:59

8M ago1:59

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Hear about a very simple ice breaker that you can use! #breaktheice #life #icebreaker #gettingtoknowyou #teambuilding #corporateteambuilding #icebreakersBy AFoolforLearning aka Joseph Barone

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