Renowned negotiation expert William Ury draws from his extensive experience of working in the world’s toughest conflicts to help transform conflict into opportunity. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why we need more conflict, not less 2) The true enemy to confront 3) How writing the other side’s victory speech can help you win Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep938 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT WILLIAM — William Ury is one of the world’s best-known experts on negotiation, and co-a...
Feb 22, 2024•44 min
Charles Duhigg shares the simple secret that helps you build powerful connections with anyone. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What supercommunicators know that others don’t 2) How to ask questions that deepen and enrich relationships 3) How one sentence can dramatically ease workplace conflict Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep937 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHARLES — Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist and the author of The Power of Habit and ...
Feb 19, 2024•47 min
Lisa Sun shares her tools for building true, lasting confidence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What gravitas really means 2) The Six Forces ruining your confidence 3) How to discover your “confidence language” Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep936 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LISA — Lisa Sun is the founder and CEO of GRAVITAS, a company on a mission to catalyze confidence. GRAVITAS offers innovative size-inclusive apparel, styling solutions, and content designed to make over ...
Feb 15, 2024•39 min
Demir Bentley reveals the five simple steps to successfully plan and execute vastly more satisfying and productive weeks. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why nobody really plans their week—and how to fix it 2) The master key to getting ahead of your to-do list 3) How to transform your calendar into a power tool Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep935 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DEMIR — Demir Bentley is an executive productivity coach, co-founder of Lifehack Method and WSJ Bestse...
Feb 12, 2024•40 min
Michelle Poler shares her epic story and strategies for facing fears head-on. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to instantly flip your fear perspective 2) Why to dare being disliked 3) The distinction between being brave versus fearless Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep934 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MICHELLE — As the Founder of Hello Fears, Michelle Poler has created a social movement empowering millions to step outside of their comfort zone and tap into their full potenti...
Feb 08, 2024•37 min
Todd Henry shares how to build the courage to chase after opportunities amidst uncertainty. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to muster courage in the moment 2) The biggest myth that holds us back 3) Five steps to feel braver every day Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep933 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TODD — Todd Henry teaches leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance. He is the author of seven books: The Accidental Creative, Die Em...
Feb 05, 2024•34 min
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Feb 01, 2024•9 min
Master coach Dr. Marcia Reynolds reveals how to prompt more lightbulb moments through reflective inquiry. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why coaching is simpler than you think 2) How to shift into the ideal state of mind 3) Your most powerful coaching tool Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep932 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARCIA — Dr. Marcia Reynolds is passionate about researching, writing about, and teaching people around the world how to engage in powerful conversations tha...
Jan 29, 2024•30 min
R. Michael Anderson shares how vulnerability can be your greatest strength as a leader. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why to be more open about your struggles 2) The drivers behind your worst decisions 3) The key relationship that everyone overlooks Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep931 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MICHAEL — R. Michael Anderson, MBA, MA has a striking combination that creates truly impactful transformation in leaders – he has the real-life business success of...
Jan 25, 2024•39 min
Nick Desbarats breaks down the surprisingly common mistakes we make when visualizing data–and shares basic principles for communicating data more effectively. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why most charts are confusing or ineffective 2) The top three mistakes people make with charts 3) Why a “neutral” chart is an ineffective chart Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep930 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NICK — As an independent educator and author, Nick Desbarats has taught data vis...
Jan 22, 2024•44 min
Kelli Thompson reveals how to beat the cycle of overwhelm through smarter delegation. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why you seem less capable when you don’t delegate 2) The four mindsets that hinder effective delegation 3) How to ensure others don’t screw up delegated tasks Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep929 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KELLI — Kelli Thompson is a women’s leadership coach and speaker who helps women advance to the rooms where decisions are made. She has co...
Jan 18, 2024•39 min
Matthew Pollard shares networking wisdom that anyone, particularly introverts, can use for great benefit. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The best way to answer “What do you do?” 2) The two relationships that will transform your network 3) The simple trick to get people interested in your expertise Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep928 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MATTHEW — Matthew Pollard, known as "The Rapid Growth Guy," works with businesses around the world, from startups t...
Jan 15, 2024•34 min
Dr. Steven Rogelberg explains why one-on-one meetings are so critical—and shares best practices for both managers and employees. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why having more one-on-ones actually saves time 2) How to create a meeting agenda that works 3) The right way to ask your manager for help Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep927 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEVEN — Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg, an organizational psychologist, holds the title of Chancellor’s Professor at UNC ...
Jan 11, 2024•30 min
Jeremie Kubicek shares how to end misunderstandings with the five codes of communication. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The root of every misunderstanding 2) The simple trick to consistently meet people’s expectations 3) How to repair damaged relationships Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep926 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEREMIE — Jeremie Kubicek is a powerful communicator, serial entrepreneur and content builder. He creates content used by some of the largest companies arou...
Jan 08, 2024•32 min
Dr. Aziz Gazipura explains the dangers of people-pleasing tendencies and shares actionable steps for overcoming it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The massive costs of being a people-pleaser 2) How to not feel guilty when saying no 3) A surprising strategy to build your discomfort tolerance Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep925 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT AZIZ — Dr. Aziz is a clinical psychologist and one of the world's leading experts on social confidence. In 2011, Dr. Aziz ...
Jan 04, 2024•43 min
Jacquelyn Lane shows why being coachable is the key to career progression–and how to improve your coachability. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The 4 key elements of coachability. 2) How to reframe how you view feedback. 3) What to do when you’re running low on motivation. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep924 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JACQUELYN — Jacquelyn Lane is the president of the 100 Coaches Agency, codesigner of their proprietary curation process and relationship-firs...
Dec 21, 2023•42 min
Michael McQueen reveals the keys to persuading even the most stubborn minds. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why data and evidence don’t change minds. 2) How to sell change to anyone. 3) A surprising way to make people more agreeable. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep923 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MICHAEL — Michael McQueen has spent the past two decades helping organizations and leaders win the battle for relevance. From Fortune 500 brands to government agencies and not-for-...
Dec 18, 2023•48 min
Herminia Ibarra shares counter-intuitive perspectives on how to make successful career transitions. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to craft and execute your “identity experiments.” 2) How to figure out your next best option in two questions. 3) How to reach out and build your network . Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep922 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT HERMINIA — Herminia Ibarra is the Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School. Prior to j...
Dec 11, 2023•36 min
Former NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino shares powerful insights on how to push past failure and achieve the impossible. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The 30-second rule for dealing with failure. 2) The trick to getting along with people you dislike. 3) The most important lesson Mike learned while in space. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep921 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MIKE — Mike Massimino served as a NASA Astronaut from 1996-2014 and flew in space twice for the final two H...
Dec 07, 2023•46 min
Dr. Noor Ali simplifies the beast of United States health insurance—and shares insider tips for making the most out of yours. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to evaluate the biggest non-salary piece of your compensation. 2) Why you shouldn’t limit yourself to your company’s health insurance. 3) What most people overlook when it comes to insurance. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep920 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DR. NOOR — Dr. Noor is a Bangladeshi-American medical doctor ...
Dec 04, 2023•54 min
Sean Patton reveals his warrior mindset to help maximize your potential and performance. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to get better at feeling grateful. 2) The root of every workplace failure–and how to overcome it. 3) The coaching approach that really works. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep919 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SEAN — Sean Patton’s mission is to transform modern leadership into a driver of fulfillment, abundance, and freedom. He applied these principles whi...
Nov 30, 2023•49 min
Paul Sloane discusses how to become more innovative and effective by adopting different styles of thinking. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The top question to ask when problem-solving. 2_ The simple trick for improving your memory. 3) How to build rapport with anyone with one phrase. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep918 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PAUL — Paul Sloane is the author of many books on lateral thinking and the leadership of innovation. He graduated from Cambridge ...
Nov 27, 2023•41 min
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Nov 23, 2023•1 min
Oren Jay Sofer shares how to engage contemplative practices to improve your focus, energy, and quality of life. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The five-item list that will help you focus better. 2) How to be unstoppable in the face of procrastination. 3) The three-second trick for boosting energy. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep917 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT OREN — Oren Jay Sofer teaches meditation and communication internationally. He holds a degree in comparative religi...
Nov 20, 2023•47 min
Todd Rogers shares powerful writing principles to help capture your busy audience’s attention. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why people aren’t reading—and what to do about it 2) The critical question that will improve your writing 3) The simple trick to get people to respond to your request Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep916 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TODD — Todd Rogers is co-author of Writing for Busy Readers , and Professor of Public Policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School ...
Nov 16, 2023•43 min
Tim Elmore reveals the keys to transforming generational differences into opportunities for enhanced collaboration. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How generalizations across the generations can be both helpful and harmful 2) The do’s and don'ts of interacting with each generation 3) The keys to turning generational conflict into team harmony Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep915 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TIM — Dr. Tim Elmore is founder and CEO of Growing Leaders (www.growin...
Nov 13, 2023•47 min
Henna Pryor reframes awkwardness and shows how we can turn it into a superpower. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How not embracing awkwardness is hurting our performance. 2) How to work out your awkwardness muscles. 3) How to release the discomfort that follows awkward moments. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep914 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT HENNA — Henna Pryor, PCC is 2x TEDx and Global Keynote Speaker, Workplace Performance Expert, Author, and Executive Coach. Her talks ble...
Nov 09, 2023•42 min
Karen Eber shares neuroscience insights to help you maximize attention and impact in your communications. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why storytelling dramatically increases your influence. 2) The five factory settings of the brain. 3) The key to creating memorable stories. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep913 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KAREN — Karen Eber is an author, leadership consultant, and keynote speaker. She has a TED Talk on storytelling and recently published, ...
Nov 06, 2023•42 min
Kirstin Ferguson shares how modern leaders can best meet the challenge of the new work landscape. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why traditional leadership is lacking–and what you should do instead. 2) Why you may not be as self-aware as you think. 3) Why you might want to talk less in your next meeting. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep912 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KIRSTIN — Dr. Kirstin Ferguson, PhD is an award-winning leadership expert, best-selling author, columnist, a...
Nov 02, 2023•34 min
Maggie Jackson talks about the power of uncertainty and how to harness it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How uncertainty enhances learning. 2) How to manage the fear of uncertainty. 3) How routine can hold us back. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep911 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MAGGIE — Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and journalist. Her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure (Nov. 2023) explores why we should paradoxically seek not-knowing in...
Oct 30, 2023•43 min
