Judy Ringer explains how the techniques and principles of aikido can turn workplace conflicts into valuable experiences. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to master yourself during conflicts. 2) Three effective mindsets for resolving conflicts. 3) How to skillfully inquire, acknowledge, and advocate. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep454 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JUDY — Through interactive presentations and individual coaching, Judy Ringer helps you transform conflict by c...
Jun 21, 2019•41 min
David Epstein explains why and how generalists tend to achieve more. You'll Learn: How focusing on short-term improvement can undermine long-term development Pro-tips for breaking through your learning plateaus The benefits of becoming a jack-of-all-trades About David: David Epstein is the author of the book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, and the top 10 New York Times bestseller The Sports Gene. He was previously a science and investigative reporter at ProPublica, and pri...
Jun 19, 2019•43 min
Former Navy SEAL Nick Hays shares practical advice on how to elevate your performance and push yourself to unlock your maximum potential. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to conquer large goals by celebrating the tiniest of victories. 2) How to find gratitude in the most unpleasant circumstances. 3) How to tune out the “yeah, but…” voice in your head. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep452 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NICK — Nick Hays is former a Navy SEAL. His operating days...
Jun 17, 2019•47 min
Professor Art Markman shares insights from cognitive science research for us to be smarter every day at work. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The secret to making a great first impression. 2) The pros and cons of high energy. 3) The role of dissatisfaction in motivating yourself. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep451 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ART — Art Markman is a Professor of Psychology and Marketing at the University of Texas at Austin. He got his ScB from Brown Universit...
Jun 14, 2019•51 min
Jason Hanson shares his intelligence operation secrets to “recruiting” people and convincing them to say yes. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The CIA’s SADR cycle and how it applies to the workplace 2) Why research and authenticity are integral to successful influence 3) How to advocate for your case at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep450 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JASON — Jason is a former CIA officer. After leaving the CIA, Jason became the Founder and CEO of Spy Esc...
Jun 12, 2019•41 min
Marissa Orr shares fresh, actionable wisdom on the workplace gender gap and reframes how alleged weaknesses can actually be strengths. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The problem with the ‘lean in’ mentality. 2) How power and money trigger value judgments when it comes to gender differences. 3) Why strengths depend on context. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep449 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARISSA — Marissa Orr began her Google career over 15 years ago as a founding member o...
Jun 10, 2019•44 min
Ashley Goodall debunks deeply-embedded misconceptions about work and how fostering human individuality provides valuable possible solutions. You'll Learn: How deeply-rooted misconceptions about work lead to inefficiency Why you should focus on being “spikey” rather than well-rounded How systematizing can remove the human essence from work About Ashley: Ashley Goodall is currently Senior Vice President of Leadership and Team Intelligence at Cisco. In this role he has built a new organization focu...
Jun 07, 2019•48 min
Hal Gregersen reveals the key skills of disruptive innovators–and how you can get them too. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The core five skills required for innovation. 2) The questions disruptive innovators ask. 3) How to network for new idea. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep447 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT HAL — Hal Gregersen is the Executive Director of the MIT Leadership Center and a Senior Lecturer in Leadership and Innovation at the MIT Sloan School of Management where...
Jun 05, 2019•43 min
Judi Holler makes the case for exercising your bravery muscle and making fear your friend—one challenge at a time. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The small things we do each day that slow our long-term progress 2) Why technology is a great servant but a terrible master 3) How to deal with fear when it never goes away Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/epxxx for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JUDI — Judi Holler is a keynote speaker, author, and a professionally trained improviser and al...
Jun 03, 2019•40 min
Stephanie Evergreen discusses the importance of effective data visualization and shares tips and tricks for creating charts that best communicate data findings. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How charts can transform culture 2) How to make use of tools you already have to make great visuals 3) How to determine the most appropriate chart for your data Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep445 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEPHANIE — Dr. Stephanie Evergreen is an internationally-rec...
May 31, 2019•41 min
Stacey Engle offers pro-tips for engaging in more meaningful conversations at work. You'll Learn: 1. Why pointless conversations are at the root of many business problems 2. How to have more efficient team meetings 3. How to handle strong emotions when communicating About Stacey: As President of Fierce Inc., a global leadership development and training company, Stacey Engle is obsessed with helping Fierce clients stay ahead of the curve. A strong innovator, she’s always connected—to clients, eme...
May 29, 2019•40 min
Petr Ludwig shares his research-based strategies and tactics for overcoming procrastination. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Petr’s recipe for finding willpower in the moment 2) How to find your ongoing motivation 3) Why you should rest before you get tired Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep443 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PETR — Petr Ludwig is a science popularizer, entrepreneur, and consultant for Fortune 500 companies. He is the author of the bestselling book The End of Proc...
May 23, 2019•41 min
Dianna Booher shares invaluable advice on how to minimize your email inbox and write more effective and efficient emails. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Just how much time you can save through email optimization 2) How to reduce useless emails and optimize your inbox 3) How to compose better emails in less time using the M-A-D-E structure Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep442 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DIANNA — Dianna Booher’s lifework has centered around communication. As a...
May 22, 2019•47 min
Ruth Soukup shares the seven Fear Archetypes so you can better understand and conquer your particular fear. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to identify your Fear Archetype™️ and use that knowledge to conquer your fear 2) How to seek out honest feedback 3) How to develop courage to take the first step past fear Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep441 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RUTH — New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup is dedicated to helping people overcome fear a...
May 20, 2019•36 min
Stever Robbins shares how to break down skills into microskills...and shares which ones are worth building. You'll Learn: A productivity power tool to help you accomplish almost everything Why to break down learning into microskills Essential microskills that will save you years of time About Stever: Stever Robbins is a serial entrepreneur, top podcaster, and productivity expert. He co-founded the early internet success story FTP Software, served as COO of Building Blocks Interactive, CEO of Job...
May 17, 2019•49 min
David Greene shares how you can identify valuable opportunities in any situation you find yourself in--even the crappy ones. You'll Learn: How difficulties often indicate valuable opportunities Why analyzing your anxiety often yields valuable insight David’s salad story which reveals how to 8X your efficiency on certain tasks About David: David Greene is the co-host of the BiggerPockets Podcast, author of "Long Distance Real Estate Investing: How To Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out Of State Rental Pro...
May 15, 2019•44 min
Sandy Rogers shares the three core principles required to earn the devotion of both customer and colleague. You'll Learn: The 3 core loyalty principles of responsibility, empathy, and generosity How indifference can destroy loyalty The importance of weekly team huddles for reinforcing new behaviors About Sandy: Sandy Rogers is the leader of FranklinCovey’s Loyalty Practice. He was previously Senior Vice President at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. During his 14 years there, Sandy managed the turnaround o...
May 13, 2019•47 min
Dr. Michael Ungar shares insights from his decades-long research into resilience to reveal that it’s not about your ruggedness, but rather your resources. You'll Learn: The true key to resilience A master checklist for upgrading your resilience How to change your mood by changing your environment About Michael: Dr. Ungar is a Family Therapist and Professor of Social Work at Dalhousie University where he holds a national Research Chair in Child, Family and Community Resilience. Dr. Ungar has publ...
May 10, 2019•47 min
Joseph Reagle shares handy research insights on hacking life optimally and safely. You'll Learn: The question you need to ask when optimizing your life Why lifehacks should be taken in moderation How to use your own money to hack your motivation About Joseph: Joseph writes and teaches about digital communication and online communities. He’s an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Northeastern University. He’s also served as a fellow and faculty associate at the Berkman Klein Center fo...
May 08, 2019•43 min
Legendary soccer player Kristine Lilly and researcher Dr. John Gillis share the 13 tactics of a powerhouse team, whether in sports or business. You'll Learn: The 13 tactics that make a powerhouse team The most common mistakes teams make How to build trust in a team About Kristine Kristine Lilly is an expert on effective teamwork. She consults with organizations, providing lessons gleaned from her remarkable career as a professional athlete. Lilly played midfielder for the United States Women’s N...
May 06, 2019•41 min
Turnaround artist Guy Bell shares hard-won wisdom on why and how to establish the right number of rules for teams. You’ll Learn: 1) How modern businesses value processes over people 2) The problem with budgets 3) Guy’s process for people building About Guy Guy Bell is an executive with decades of experience turning around struggling businesses. He’s also started up new businesses, acquired and on-boarded companies and led green field growth. He has held leadership roles in a wide variety of orga...
May 03, 2019•50 min
Tom Ziglar shares best practices for motivation and goal-setting (AKA problem-solving). You'll Learn: Why and how to articulate your “why” The seven-step Ziglar goal-setting/problem-solving system How to transform a bad habit into a good one About Tom: Tom Ziglar is the proud son of Zig Ziglar and the CEO of Ziglar, Inc. He joined the Zig Ziglar corporation in 1987 and climbed from working in the warehouse to sales, to management, and then on to leadership. Today, he speaks around the world; hos...
May 01, 2019•44 min
Greg Bustin reveals his insights on decision-making gleaned from 52 inspiring historical events. You'll Learn: The two things you need when making a decision The Seven F’s tool that can help you decide what you want How to fight cognitive bias About Greg: For more than two decades, Greg has been skillfully counseling a diverse roster of innovative companies. He’s a trusted advisor to savvy CEOs and key leaders—steering three executive groups and providing one-on-one coaching as a Master Chair fo...
Apr 29, 2019•36 min
Sara Canaday highlights key places where conventional leadership wisdom needs to be replaced. You'll Learn: A common leadership practice you should replace Why we should value soft intelligence as much as we value hard data How the bias for action can get in the way of progress About Sara: Sara Canaday is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author. She works with leaders and high-potential professionals from organizations around the world to expand their capacity to innovate, influence, en...
Apr 26, 2019•31 min
Jeff Gargas shares best practices from teaching that every professional can use. You'll Learn: Three links between classroom management and organizational management How to return to caring when you’re not feeling it How to reach the unreachable About Jeff: Jeff Gargas is the COO and co-founder of the Teach Better Team (Creators of www.teachbetter.com, The Grid Method, and Teach Further). He works with educators to increase student engagement and improve student success. Prior to co-founding Tea...
Apr 24, 2019•52 min
Former NAVY SEAL platoon commander and current entrepreneur Alden Mills walks through his CARE framework for teambuilding You'll Learn: Four key steps to leading with CARE instead of fear The distinction between caring and comforting The high stakes associated with caring About Alden: Alden Mills is a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander and was the CEO of Perfect Fitness. He is also a longtime entrepreneur, with over 40 patents and over 25 years of experience working on high-performance leade...
Apr 22, 2019•37 min
Writer Ellen Ruppel Shell shares thoughtful perspectives on work and its future in a time of radical change. You'll Learn: Why no employer can give you meaning What people actually want in a job How and why to engage in job crafting About Ellen: Ellen Ruppel Shell is a correspondent for The Atlantic, and co-directs the graduate program in Science Journalism at Boston University. She has written for the New York Times, the Washington Post, The Guardian, The Smithsonian, Slate, the Los Angeles Tim...
Apr 19, 2019•34 min
Tamara Loehr shares her perspective on work-live blending. You'll Learn: Three steps for getting to the root of guilt Why you should go on an acquaintance diet How to optimally divide your time amongst competing priorities About Tamara: Tamara Loehr is an Australian native, wife, and mother of two, who started her first business at the age of 19 after graduating college with a Bachelor of Visual Arts. Her ‘sweat equity’ model led her to winning a range of global awards. Loehr has become globally...
Apr 17, 2019•32 min
Laura Gassner Otting charts how one can be limitless by freeing yourself from other people’s expectations. You'll Learn: The danger in carrying someone else’s “scorecard” of expectations What limitlessness looks and feels like Why to view purpose more broadly About Laura: Laura speaks with change agents, entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and donors to get them past the doubt and indecision that consign their great ideas to limbo. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and catalytic...
Apr 15, 2019•35 min
Case Kenny shares his bro-tastic approaches to building confidence, achievement, and motivation. You'll Learn: How doing embarrassing things increases confidence How to balance striving with gratitude Two common motivational mistakes About Case: Case Kenny is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PRSUIT.com and the host of the iTunes top podcast New Mindset, Who Dis? View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep425 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif...
Apr 12, 2019•42 min
