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How to Be Awesome at Your Job

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Get more fun, wins, meaning, and money from your job! With 25,000,000 downloads and mentions in The New York Times, Forbes, and Linkedin Learning. This show helps grow your skills and impact at any job that requires thinking and collaborating.

Each week, Pete interviews thought-leaders and results-getters to discover specific, actionable insights that boost work performance. Their stories and advice sharpen the universal skills to flourish at work. Boost your time/energy management, leadership, confidence, career opportunities, and fulfillment—while still getting home earlier.

Try starting with episode 0: START HERE and listener favorite episodes we put at the beginning numbered: A, B, C, D, E, and F. (Subscribe and/or sort Old to New to find these starter episodes.) Welcome!

Episodes

1070: An ADHD Strategist’s Pro Tips for Staying Motivated and Productive When You Can’t Focus with Skye Waterson

Skye Waterson shares ADHD-friendly approaches to productivity that any professional can apply. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The quickest way to shorten your to-do list 2) How to stop overthinking and make a decision 3) How to make hard tasks more fun Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1070 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SKYE — Skye Waterson is an ADHD strategist, coach, and founder of Unconventional Organisation, helping entrepreneurs and executives stay focused, build consiste...

Jun 26, 202541 min

1069: Eight Steps for Excellent Listening with Emily Kasriel

Emily Kasriel reveals how to build powerful connections with anyone through her eight-step listening process. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why every professional needs to master listening 2) A demo of the listening approach 3) How one question leads to deeper conversations Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1069 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT EMILY — Emily Kasriel has had a distinguished career at the BBC for over two decades including roles as an award-winning journalist, edit...

Jun 23, 202543 min

1068: Finding the Courage to Say What Needs to be Said with Molly Tschang

Molly Tschang shares how to turn difficult conversations into opportunities to build connections and relationships. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The preamble that helps your feedback land well 2) How to say no while still being a team player 3) What to do when you disagree with the majority Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1068 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MOLLY — Molly Tschang, founder of Abella Consulting and Say It Skillfully® Inc., empowers senior management teams to Wi...

Jun 19, 202538 min

1067: Better Decisions through Neuroscience with Emily Falk

Emily Falk reveals the hidden science behind how we make decisions—and how we can harness that to make more fulfilling choices. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make doing hard things easier 2) The one belief that’s limiting your possibilities 3) How to disarm resistance to change Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1067 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT EMILY — Emily Falk, author of the upcoming book What We Value , is a professor of communication, psychology, and marketing at ...

Jun 16, 202542 min

1066: How to Thrive When Your Resilience Runs Out with Dr. Tasha Eurich

Tasha Eurich shares why pushing through sometimes isn’t enough–and how to bounce back stronger than ever. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of “grit gaslighting” 2) How to know when you’ve hit your “resilience ceiling” 3) The three needs that unlocks the best version of yourself Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1066 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TASHA — Dr. Tasha Eurich is an organizational psychologist, researcher, and New York Times best-selling author ( Shatte...

Jun 12, 202552 min

1065: Harvard’s Stress Expert Shares Top Resilience Tools with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

Dr. Aditi Nerurkar discusses the neuroscience behind stress—and offers actionable tips for building your resilience. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The major myth that leads to burnout 2) The rule of two for building healthier habits 3) How to feel less stressed in one minute Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1065 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ADITI — Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard stress expert, internationally recognized speaker, and national television correspondent with an...

Jun 09, 202543 min

1064: Timeless Wisdom for Greater Success and and Meaning in Work–According to the Torah–with Mark Gerson

Mark Gerson shares timeless, practical insights about work–sourced from the Bible and supported by modern social science. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why Bible has helpful gems for folks from all religion–or lack thereof 2) The one question that leads to greater meaning 3) The optimal number of hours to work in a week Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1064 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Gerson, a New York–based entrepreneur and philanthropist, is the cofounder of ...

Jun 05, 202548 min

1063: Getting Meetings with Unreachable People with Stu Heinecke

Stu Heinecke shares fun and unconventional methods to reach VIPs. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The secret behind Stu’s 100% response rate 2) The master key to grabbing people’s attention 3) What AI can and can’t do for your outreach Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1063 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STU — Stu Heinecke is a Wall Street Journal cartoonist, Hall of Fame-nominated marketer and author. Heinecke discovered the magic of "Contact Marketing" early in his career, when...

Jun 02, 202535 min

1062: How to Build a Personal Brand that Resonates with Lola Linarte

Lola Linarte reveals her three-part framework for building a strong personal brand. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why every professional should care about their brand 2) The critical first step to building your brand 3) The minor tweaks that greatly improve your online presence Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1062 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LOLA — Lola Linarte is a New York City-based international model, marketing expert, and entrepreneur. She was born in Bluefields, Nic...

May 29, 202535 min

1061: Making Yourself More Promotable by Building Your Presence with Lorraine K. Lee

Lorraine K. Lee shares how to master your presence so that you can stand out and be recognized. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make sure your work is seen by the right people in the right places 2) The TEA framework for building great virtual presence 3) The trick to delivering a unique and powerful introductiont Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1061 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LORRAINE — Lorraine K. Lee is an award-winning keynote speaker and the best-selling author ...

May 26, 202542 min

1060: How to Use Sponsorship to Open Doors with Dr. Rosalind Chow

Dr. Rosalind Chow discusses how to become a better sponsor to open new opportunities for others—and yourself. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why mentorship isn’t enough to advance 2) How sponsoring others elevates your status 3) Four things sponsors should do—and one to avoid Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1060 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROSALIND — Rosalind Chow is an associate professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research, te...

May 22, 202538 min

1059: Finding Peak Performance through Upgraded Emotional Regulation with Ryan Gottfredson

Ryan Gottfredson shares science-based tools for upgrading the mindsets that hold us back. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to rewire limiting beliefs 2) Keys to moving past your fears 3) The key mindset shift that sets great leaders apart Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1059 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RYAN — Ryan Gottfredson, Ph.D. is a cutting-edge leadership development author, researcher, and consultant. He helps organizations vertically develop their leaders primaril...

May 19, 202544 min

1058: Getting Creative Breakthroughs and Turning Them Into Action with Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle

Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle shares the tools and strategies for seeing the creative process through from start to finish. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to feel more confident taking risks 2) How to make creative blocks work in your favor 3) How to get the most out of AI for work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1058 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ZORANA — With more than 25 years as a scientist studying creativity, Zorana brings insights into the nature of the creative proce...

May 15, 202536 min

1057: How to Improve Your Next Conversation with Jefferson Fisher

Jefferson Fisher shares his three-part communication system for handling difficult conversations with ease. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The best first word to use 2) How to set boundaries people will respect 3) Two tricks for handling disagreements Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1057 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEFFERSON — Jefferson Fisher is a trial lawyer, writer, and speaker whose work to help people communicate during life’s everyday arguments and conversations, wit...

May 12, 202532 min

1056: Winning the Mental Game of Leadership with Sébastien Page

Sébastien Page explores how great leaders navigate failure, conflict, pressure, and purpose. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How agreeableness holds you back 2) How to know whether a goal is still worth pursuing 3) How to make stress work for you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1056 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SÉBASTIEN — Sébastien Page is Head of Global Multi-Asset and Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price. He has more than two decades of leadership experience and has d...

May 08, 202545 min

1055: The One-Minute Trick to Defeating Procrastination with Dave Crenshaw

Dave Crenshaw discusses how to find the energy to tackle your goals–when you really don’t feel like it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to overcome procrastination in one minute 2) The five costs of multitasking 3) Why to pick a terrible stopping point Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1055 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DAVE — Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, U...

May 05, 202529 min

1054: Maximizing Your Pipelines and Funnels of Opportunity with Kara Smith Brown

Kara Smith Brown shares principles from her storied B2B sales career that help every professional make the most of their opportunities. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How and why to think of your career like a funnel 2) Why “maybes” are more dangerous than “no’s” 3) How to develop and share a unique point of view that gets you noticed Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1054 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KARA — Kara Smith Brown, LeadCoverage CEO and Founder, is a recognized suppl...

May 01, 202549 min

1053: How to Create Win-Win Workplaces with Dr. Angela Jackson

Dr. Angela Jackson reveals how practices that help employees thrive translate into enhanced business results. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What’s really driving disengagement at work 2) How the social contract of work has changed 3) The best way to get your boss’ support Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1053 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ANGELA — Dr. Angela Jackson, a Workplace Futurist and ESG expert, is at the forefront of reshaping the future of work. As a lecturer at Har...

Apr 28, 202542 min

1052: Building Better Relationships through Radical Listening with Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener

Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener shares powerful insights on how to listen well and deepen your connections. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden barriers to listening 2) Why we should interrupt more 3) The secret to handling disagreements better Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1052 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROBERT — Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener is a researcher, author, and consultant with 75 peer-reviewed academic articles and has over 27,000 citations. His previous books inclu...

Apr 24, 202540 min

1051: Channeling Optimism as a Superpower with Sumit Paul-Choudhury

Sumit Paul-Choudhury shares the science behind optimism and why it gives people an advantage in the long term. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The case for optimism 2) How to train your brain to become an optimist 3) How to direct your optimism to where you need it most Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1051 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SUMIT — Sumit Paul-Choudhury writes, thinks, and dreams about science, technology, and the future. A former Editor-in-Chief of New Scientist, h...

Apr 21, 202532 min

1050: How to Shift Your Mood and Keep Your Cool with Dr. Ethan Kross

Ethan Kross shares simple, science-backed tools for managing your emotions. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) When avoidance is actually helpful 2) Effortless strategies for quickly shifting your mood 3) The emotional regulation framework used by the Navy SEALs Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1050 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ETHAN — Ethan Kross, PhD, author of the national bestseller Chatter , is one of the world’s leading experts on emotion regulation. An award-winning profes...

Apr 17, 202537 min

1049: What Dyslexia Can Teach Us About Creativity, Problem Solving, and Critical Thinking with Kate Griggs

Kate Griggs discusses the untapped power of dyslexic thinking—and how professionals everywhere can harness it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why dyslexia matters for everyone in the workplace 2) The surprising indicators that you may be dyslexic 3) How anyone can develop dyslexic thinking skills Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1049 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATE — Kate is a proud dyslexic thinker and has dedicated her career to shifting the narrative on Dyslexia and educ...

Apr 14, 202530 min

1048: Transforming Insecurities into Strength and Action with Margie Warrell

Margie Warrell explores how to build the courage to move beyond fear and unlock new possibilities. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to identify your insecurities and overcome them 2) The two dimensions of courage 3) How to take action despite your fear Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1048 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARGIE — Margie Warrell is a five-time best-selling author, keynote speaker, leadership coach, and Forbes columnist. With twenty-five years of experience livi...

Apr 10, 202538 min

1047: How to Reignite Purpose, Happiness, and Motivation at Work with Jennifer Moss

Jennifer Moss gets to the heart of why so many are dissatisfied at work—and what we can do about it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The driving force behind our unhappiness at work 2) 20-minute practices that rebuild hope and morale 3) Why remote work isn’t the culprit for loneliness—and what is Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1047 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JENNIFER — Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-bein...

Apr 07, 202548 min

1046: Boosting Your Drive to Enjoy Sustainable Success with Molly Fletcher

Molly Fletcher reveals the key to building a career that’s sustainable and fulfilling. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to stop the negative self-talk and shift your mindset 2) Why burnout happens–and how to avoid it 3) Practical steps to build lasting resilience Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1046 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MOLLY — Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Molly Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. During her al...

Apr 03, 202539 min

1045: How to Stop Overthinking and Build Mental Resilience with Joseph Nguyen

Joseph Nguyen discusses the hidden relationship between thinking and suffering—and offers a powerful framework for achieving peace of mind. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to spot and stop negative judgments 2) How to PAUSE overthinking 3) How to beat procrastination with SPA Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1045 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JOSEPH — Joseph Nguyen is the author of the #1 international bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think , which has been tr...

Mar 31, 202546 min

1044: Becoming the Boss that Everyone Wants to Work For with Sabina Nawaz

Sabina Nawaz shows you how to cope with the pressures that come with leadership. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The perils of getting promoted 2) Why asking for feedback isn’t enough 3) The power of shutting up Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1044 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SABINA — Sabina Nawaz is an elite executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions around the world. Durin...

Mar 27, 202533 min

1043: How to Uncover Your Hidden Aptitudes and Choose the Work You’re Meant to Do with Betsy Wills

Betsy Wills shares the science behind aptitudes and how to use them for a thriving career. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Where most career assessments fall short 2) Why a low aptitude score shouldn’t discourage you 3) The root of boredom, frustration, and burnout Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1043 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BETSY — Betsy Wills is the co-author of Your Hidden Genius and a pioneer in democratizing aptitude assessments. A co-founder of YouScience, she help...

Mar 24, 202539 min

1042: Self-Improvement through Personality Change with Olga Khazan

Olga Khazan discusses the surprising findings on how personality change can be possible and beneficial. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The problem with “authenticity” 2) The surprisingly simple secret to changing your personality 3) The simple interventions that make us less neurotic Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1042 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT OLGA — Olga Khazan is a staff writer for The Atlantic and the author, previously, of Weird: The Power of Being an Outsider in an...

Mar 20, 202535 min

1041: How to Tell Compelling Stories and Build Brands with Alex Neist (CEO of Hostage Tape)

Alex Neist shares principles of storytelling and branding that help Hostage Tape –and you. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why brands like Hostage Tape and Liquid Death resonate 2) The defining element of an inspiring story 3) The downside to making your story amazing Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1041 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ALEX — Alex Neist is the founder and CEO of Hostage Tape, the best-selling mouth tape. The company has helped over 200,000 customers worldwide an...

Mar 17, 202537 min
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