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# Introduction to the The Drama-Free Workforce Podcast

 25 Mar 2026

![Picture of Jennifer T. Long](https://dramafreeworkforce.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Coach%20Headshots/jenlong.jpeg?width=40&name=jenlong.jpeg) [Jennifer T. Long](https://dramafreeworkforce.com/the-drama-free-workforce-podcast/author/jen-long)

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Show Notes:  
A quick introduction to Own Up!® and to Jennifer Long, the author, master trainer and master coach behind [OwnUp! How To Hold People Accountable without All The Drama.](https://www.amazon.com/Own-Up-People-Accountable-Without/dp/1955884072/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NQWA5G3K5PGP&keywords=own+up+jennifer+t+long&qid=1643870411&sprefix=Own+Up%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-1)

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Have a question or comment for Jennifer? Reach out on her website [jennifertlong.com/contact](https://jennifertlong.com/contact) or send an email to [podcast@dramafreeworkforce.com](mailto:podcast@dramafreeworkforce.com)!  
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## Jennifer T. Long

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