Are Emotions Contagious in the Workplace? | Brandon Smith | TEDxEmory

Learn how the workplace is affected by emotional contagion! Brandon’s purpose and passion is to eliminate all workplace dysfunction, everywhere. Known as “The Workplace Therapist,” Brandon is a leading expert in leadership communication and workplace relationships. His work has been spotlighted in publications ranging from The Wall Street Journal to FastCompany. He is the founder of The Worksmiths LLC, a boutique executive coaching and culture consulting firm that works with organizations ranging from non-profits to Fortune500 companies. In addition, Brandon regularly combats workplace dysfunction on regional NPR affiliates and biztalk1190 where Brandon assists listeners with navigating their career and work-life challenges. When he is not out fighting workplace dysfunction, Brandon teaches at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School on topics related to leadership and management communication where he has won numerous teaching awards for his work in the classroom. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx