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 ...
Dec 19, 2024•44 min
Shanna Hocking shares transformative mindsets to help you advance your career and achieve your goals. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How daily bold moves increase confidence 2) Powerful mantras to keep self-doubt at bay 3) How to stop dreading difficult conversations Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1019 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SHANNA — Shanna A. Hocking is a leadership consultant and coach, fundraising strategist, speaker, and writer. Shanna spent 20 years in fundraisin...
Dec 16, 2024•30 min
Ximena Vengoechea shares her viral three-phase life audit exercise for surfacing and achieving your most important goals. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to transform your life with just Post-Its and a marker 2) How to turn fanciful wishes into actionable goals 3) How to stay motivated while pursuing hard goals Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1018 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT XIMENA — Ximena Vengoechea is a user experience researcher, writer, and illustrator whose work on...
Dec 12, 2024•33 min
Disney legend Duncan Wardle shares keys for tapping into your creative side. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What blocks our creativity 2) How to hone your ideas with a “naive expert” 3) The trick to surfacing your best ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1017 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DUNCAN — As Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Duncan and his team helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks to innovate, creating magical new storylines an...
Dec 09, 2024•37 min
Dr. Janna Koretz reveals the pitfalls of letting your job become your identity and what to do about it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why career enmeshment harms mental health 2) The power of protected thinking time 3) The root cause of workaholism–and how to cure it Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1016 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JANNA — Dr. Janna Koretz is the founder of Azimuth, a therapy practice specializing in the mental health challenges of individuals in high-press...
Dec 05, 2024•39 min
Caroline Miller shares the overlooked science that helps you pursue your most ambitious goals. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The top goal-setting myths to abandon immediately 2) The two types of goals and how to set them 3) The BRIDGE methodology for effective goal-setting Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1015 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAROLINE — For over three decades, Caroline Adams Miller has been a pioneer with her groundbreaking work in the areas of the science of go...
Dec 02, 2024•42 min
Happy Thanksgiving! Pete briefly reflects on two recent episodes that helped level up how he uses AI. — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Previous episode: 1004: Seth Godin on How to Maximize Your Impact and Deliver Work That Matters • Previous episode: 1010: Getting the Most Out of Generative AI at Work with Jeremy Utley — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Lingoda. Visit try.lingoda.com/Awesome50 and save up to 50% off with their biggest sale of the year! • LinkedIn Jobs. Post your job for free at Link...
Nov 28, 2024•3 min
Darren Chait discusses how to make meetings more engaging using data from Calendly’s State of Meetings 2024 research. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why 81% of respondents want more meetings 2) Three meetings to keep—and the one to stop 3) Surprising statistics on meeting etiquette Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1014 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DARREN — Darren Chait is the VP of Marketing at Calendly, leading the world-class marketing organization. Previously, he was a co-...
Nov 25, 2024•35 min
Neel Doshi reveals how to build and sustain high performing cultures through total motivation. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The six motives at the root of culture 2) How to use metrics the wrong and right way 3) The questions that kill motivation Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1013 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NEEL — Neel is the co-founder of Vega Factor and co-author of bestselling book, Primed to Perform: How to Build the Highest Performing Cultures Through the Science ...
Nov 21, 2024•41 min
Dr. Manu Kapur reveals how to maximize learning by intentionally designing for failure. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why to avoid explanations and experts (at first) 2) How to achieve the sweet spot of deep learning 3) Four ways to hack your motivation Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1012 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MANU — Dr. Manu Kapur is a world-renowned expert on learning and currently heads the Future Learning Initiative at ETH University Zurich. He divides his resea...
Nov 18, 2024•42 min
Sam Bennett shows you how to transform the way you work through the magic of the 15 minute method. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The impressive amount you can get done in 15 minutes 2) How to deal with the overwhelm 3) Why it’s worth “doing it grumpy” Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1011 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SAM — Sam Bennett is the author of Get It Done, Start Right Where You Are, and most recently, The 15-Minute Method: The Surprisingly Simple Art of Getting It Do...
Nov 14, 2024•36 min
Jeremy Utley reveals why many aren’t getting the results they want from AI—and how to fix that. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The #1 mistake people are making with AI 2) ChatGPT’s top advantage over other AI platforms (as of late 2024) 3) The simple adjustments that make AI vastly more useful Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1010 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEREMY — Jeremy Utley is the director of executive education at Stanford’s d.school and an adjunct professor at Stanfo...
Nov 11, 2024•48 min
Rebecca Zung shares fresh strategies to take on your biggest bullies and win. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to identify if someone is a high-conflict personality 2) How to SLAY your bullies and win 3) The mindset trick to keep narcissists at bay Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1009 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT REBECCA — Rebecca Zung is a high conflict negotiation expert, a U.S. News recognized Best Lawyer in America and USA Today Bestselling Author. Speaking on platform...
Nov 07, 2024•43 min
Ethan Bernstein reveals the process for finding and seizing career opportunities you won’t regret. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The four quests driving every career transition 2) The exercise that keeps you relevant 3) The problem with job descriptions—and what to focus on instead Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1008 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ETHAN — Ethan Bernstein is the Edward W. Conard Associate Professor of Business Administration in the Organizational Behavior uni...
Nov 04, 2024•41 min
Megan Hellerer reveals the simple shifts that make your career and life feel more meaningful. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why many overachievers feel underfulfilled 2) The mindset that leads to fit and fulfillment 3) The key questions to ask before any decision Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1007 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MEGAN — Megan Hellerer is a career coach and the author of DIRECTIONAL LIVING: A Transformational Guide to Fulfillment in Work and Life . She has le...
Oct 31, 2024•42 min
Rich Diviney reveals the hidden drivers of optimal performance: attributes. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The crucial difference between skills and attributes 2) When your “weaknesses” are “strengths” 3) A neuroscience hack for focus and overcoming stress Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1006 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RICH — Rich Diviney developed his expertise in human performance during his over twenty-year career in the US Military, during which he completed more than ...
Oct 28, 2024•37 min
Dr. Michael Breus cuts through the noise and discusses the three most important wellness habits: sleeping, drinking, and breathing. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The top habit that leads to better sleep 2) Just how much water your body needs 3) What many get wrong about breathing Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1005 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MICHAEL — Michael J. Breus, Ph.D.,is a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist. He is one of onl...
Oct 24, 2024•45 min
Seth Godin shares insightful stories and perspectives to help us think strategically and create meaningful change in a complex world. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The mindset that makes you indispensable 2) Why to embrace that you’re an impostor 3) Three questions to ask with every project Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1004 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SETH — Seth Godin is the author of 22 books that have been bestsellers around the world and have been translated into mo...
Oct 21, 2024•41 min
Maria Ross reveals how leaders can drive growth and improve performance without sacrificing empathy. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How everyone wins with more empathy 2) Why leaders struggle with accountability—and how to fix it 3) How to practice empathy without devolving into people-pleasing Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1003 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARIA — Maria Ross is a keynote speaker, author, strategist, and empathy advocate who believes cash flow, creativity ...
Oct 17, 2024•37 min
Anne Chow demonstrates how embracing inclusion enhances performance and transforms workplaces. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why busyness destroys opportunities 2) How inclusion boosts success 3) Why consensus is over-rated Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1002 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ANNE — As the former CEO of AT&T Business, Anne Chow was the first woman and first woman of color to hold the position of CEO at AT&T in 2019, overseeing more than 35,000 employees...
Oct 14, 2024•42 min
Mitch Warner reveals how we end up sabotaging ourselves and how you can overcome these obstacles to strengthen relationships and your leadership as a whole. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How “the box” limits your perspective and opportunities 2) The tell-tale signs self-deception 3) How to make people feel safe to share their perspectives Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1001 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MITCH — Mitch Warner is a bestselling author and Arbinger managing part...
Oct 10, 2024•46 min
Pete and the team celebrate 1000 episodes with the help of some extra awesome guests! Thank you to all our listeners for making this special milestone possible 🥳🎉 We’re so glad to have you all, and we hope you continue to be enriched by the episodes to come! — EPISODES MENTIONED — 993: How to Boost Your Focus by Streamlining Your Priorities with Marcey Rader 534: Moving from Top Performer to Excellent Leader with Ryan Hawk 479: How to Slash Anxiety and Keep Positivity Flowing with Anne Grady 3...
Oct 06, 2024•56 min
Dr. Greg Chasson reveals the double-edged nature of perfectionism—and provides expert strategies for managing it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How perfectionism differs from high standards 2) How inefficiency can make you more effective 3) How to deal with another perfectionist at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep999 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT GREG — Dr. Greg Chasson is a licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified cognitive-behavioral therapist, Associate Profes...
Oct 03, 2024•40 min
The “Master of Disaster” Dr. Thom Mayer shares his most valuable lessons learned from leading during times of major crises. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The critical first step to leading well 2) The recipe for a great workplace culture 3) Why to suck down instead of up Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep998 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT THOM — Dr. Thom Mayer is the Medical Director for the NFL Players Association, Executive Vice President of Leadership for LogixHealth, Founde...
Sep 30, 2024•35 min
Pat Flynn and Matt Gartland share insights on impostor syndrome–and more–from their community of thousands of developing entrepreneurs. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The mindset shift that stops self-doubt 2) The three daily questions that build confidence 3) Why to seek more uncomfortable situations Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep997 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PAT AND MATT — Pat Flynn is a popular podcaster, author, and founder of several successful websites, including ...
Sep 26, 2024•41 min
Tessa West shares her method for making the necessary changes that lead to greater job satisfaction. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How your body tells you when it’s time to change jobs 2) How to not be overwhelmed by the stresses at work 3) The hidden curriculum that helps you succeed at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep996 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TESSA — Tessa West is a Professor of Psychology at New York University and a leading expert in the science of interpers...
Sep 23, 2024•46 min
Penny Zenker shares her secret for enhanced productivity, peak performance, and unstoppable focus: the Reset Moment. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How distractions lead to burnout 2) The sneaky secret behind your zapped energy levels 3) Why productivity shouldn’t be your focus Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep995 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PENNY — Penny Zenker (AKA “The Focusologist”) is a sought-after speaker, bestselling author, and former C-Suite executive of a global t...
Sep 19, 2024•43 min
Google Innovation Lab founder Frederik Pferdt discusses how to nurture the qualities that make you future ready. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What matters more for your future than tech 2) Why to say “Fantastic!” when things don’t work out 3) A handy trick to inspire better followthrough Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep994 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT FREDERIK — As Google’s first Chief Innovation Evangelist, Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt helped shape one of the most fabled creati...
Sep 16, 2024•38 min
Marcey Rader helps us discover how to declutter work and life to make time for the things that truly matter. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) A key belief that pushes us to burn out 2) Top tips that make achieving your goals easier 3) The magic number of priorities to stay on track Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep993 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARCEY — Marcey Rader is an award-winning keynote speaker, trainer, coach, and author focused on health-powered™ productivity after a...
Sep 12, 2024•41 min
We're just eight episodes away from our 1000th episode, and we want to celebrate it by celebrating YOU! For our 1000th episode, we're giving fifteen lucky listeners the chance to share their stories of how the podcast has inspired them. Plus, we're giving away $1000 worth of prizes! To join, send in a 3- to 5-minute recording or 400- to 800-word story that answers the question: “How has listening to How to be Awesome at Your Job helped me flourish at work?” Visit https://awesomeatyourjob.com/100...
Sep 09, 2024•10 min
