The Lie They Told Us About Friendship at Work | Faith Iyahen | TEDxBazeUniversity
In this eye-opening TEDx talk, Leadership Communication Strategist Faith Iyahen challenges a common workplace myth, that true friendship naturally thrives in professional settings. She unpacks the subtle lies we believe about trust, loyalty, and emotional connection at work, and reveals how these assumptions can lead to disappointment, poor collaboration, and even burnout. With insight from leadership psychology and team dynamics, Faith redefines what healthy professional relationships should look like, and how we can build them with honesty, intention, and boundaries. Faith, a member of the John Maxwel Team, with a passion for leadership development, she empowers teams to unlock their full potential through self-awareness, collaboration, and strategic alignment. Faith believes that when individuals truly understand themselves and their team dynamics, workplace synergy is
enhanced, making the pursuit of organisational excellence both seamless and fulfilling. Her journey into leadership and behavioural dynamics began in the corporate sector, where
she developed a deep fascination with the intersection of leadership behaviour and team psychology. This curiosity led her on a transformative path of discovery, self-mastery, and impact, which she now channels into coaching, training, and consulting for organizations across various industries. Beyond the corporate sphere, Faith is a Certified Goal Success Life Coach and a Cognitive Behavioral Coach, accredited by the Transformation Academy. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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