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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.

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Episodes

1106: How to Rewrite the Hidden Beliefs that Hold You Back with Muriel Wilkins

Muriel Wilkins uncovers the hidden assumptions that dramatically shape how you work and live. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to spot when a belief has stopped serving you 2) The 7 key beliefs that hold you back 3) The key to reframing your mindset Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1106 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MURIEL — Muriel M. Wilkins is the founder and CEO of the leadership advisory firm Paravis Partners. She is a sought-after, trusted adviser and executive coach to...

Oct 30, 202547 min

1105: The Five Critical Roles of Every Winning Team with Mark Murphy

Mark Murphy shares insights from his research on maximizing team effectiveness. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why you don’t want a team of all “team players” 2) The simple trick for more decisive teams 3) How to get your team to generate 3X more valuable ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1105 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author, Senior Contributor to Forbes, and Founder of Leadership IQ, a research and training firm. Hi...

Oct 27, 202538 min

1104: Exploring the Timeless Principles of Influence through a Christian Lens with Brian Ahearn

Brian Ahearn shares his strategies for people looking to create ethical and meaningful change–both at work and at home. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How modern psychology and the Bible support each other 2) How to build instant rapport with anyone 3) The master key to cementing your authority Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1104 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BRIAN — Brian Ahearn is the Chief Influence Officer at Influence PEOPLE. An international trainer and consultant, he ...

Oct 23, 202531 min

1103: The Four Universal Patterns of Winning Innovation with JoAnn Garbin

Former Microsoft leader JoAnn Garbin reveals the patterns and principles behind Microsoft’s biggest innovation wins. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What most people overlook about innovation 2) The secret to getting executives on board 3) The four patterns responsible for Microsoft’s success Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1103 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JOANN — JOANN GARBIN is a sustainability and technology entrepreneur with a 25-year track record of leading teams “from ...

Oct 20, 202542 min

1102: How to be “Lucky” by Hacking Hidden Markets to Get More What You Want with Judd Kessler

Judd Kessler discusses how to navigate the hidden markets that decide how scarce resources—like time and attention—get distributed. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why some people seem to score more coveted resources 2) The counterintuitive advantages of settling 3) An easy way to become the more appealing candidate Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1102 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JUDD — Judd B. Kessler is the author of LUCKY BY DESIGN: The Hidden Economics You Need to Get Mo...

Oct 16, 202543 min

1101: Navigating the Four Seasons of Leadership with Carolyn Dewar

Carolyn Dewar shares insights from top CEOs on how to master each season of your leadership career. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to avoid the nearly universal blind spot of leaders 2) How to thrive in any leadership role 3) How to nail your first impressions and set the right tone Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1101 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAROLYN — Carolyn Dewar is a senior partner in McKinsey’s San Francisco office. She coleads McKinsey’s CEO Excellence service...

Oct 13, 202539 min

1100: How to Be Bold in the Face of Uncertainty (According to Science) with Dr. Ranjay Gulati

Dr. Ranjay Gulati discusses how to resource yourself for courageous action during times of uncertainty. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The critical question to ask when you’re feeling fear 2) The six resources of courageous people 3) The simple mental shift that leads to braver actions Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1100 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RANJAY — Ranjay Gulati is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business Scho...

Oct 09, 202542 min

1099: How to Buy Back Your Time with the Right Assistant with Jess Lindgren

Jess Lindgren shares what it takes to build a working relationship that helps give you back your time and focus. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The must-have traits of any great assistant 2) The key to hiring an assistant 3) Where to find great assistants hiding in your own network Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1099 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JESS — Jess Lindgren has worked in the C-Suite of small companies for 20+ years, and developed a diverse skill set by wearing many...

Oct 06, 202546 min

1098: How to Achieve Your Biggest Goals through Self-Persuasion with Jay Heinrichs

Jay Heinrich reveals how to unlock your best self using the ancient techniques of rhetoric. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Aristotle’s lure and ramp method for making progress 2) Why to make your affirmations as silly as possible 3) Powerful reframes for failure and impostor syndrome Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1098 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JAY — Jay Heinrichs is the New York Times bestselling author of Thank You for Arguing . He spent twenty-six years as a writer, e...

Oct 02, 202541 min

1097: Turning Conflict into Connection with Charles Duhigg

Charles Duhigg reviews his communication techniques for finding common ground in any conflict. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The three-step looping method for making others feel heard 2) The secret principle for keeping conversations aligned 3) How to uncover what people really want in a conversation Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1097 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHARLES — Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist and the author of Supercommunica...

Sep 29, 202538 min

1096: How to Find More Humor and Fun at Work with Adam Christing

Adam Christing discusses how anyone can use humor to connect and succeed at work. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why humor matters at work 2) How to bring the fun—even if you aren’t funny 3) The five laugh languages Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1096 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ADAM — Adam Christing brings people together with humor and heart! He is a laughter expert, popular keynote speaker, and award-winning event emcee. Adam has delighted more than two million people a...

Sep 25, 202533 min

1095: Keeping Your Productive Groove through Movement, Thought, and Rest with Dr. Natalie Nixon

Dr. Natalie Nixon discusses how to develop strategic thinking, prevent burnout, and enhance creativity through her move, rest, and think framework. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The inner skills that make us more strategic and effective 2) The neglected skill that makes us more strategic 3) How to prime your best ideas in 90 seconds Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1095 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NATALIE — Dr. Natalie Nixon, creativity strategist and CEO of Figure 8 Thinki...

Sep 22, 202539 min

1094: How to Make Any Team Great with Steven Gaffney

Steven Gaffney shares actionable insights from his latest study on the behaviors, mindsets, and practices of consistently high achieving teams. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The critical question that fosters accountability 2) How to build the courage to say the unsaid 3) The simple trick to reduce team distractions Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1094 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEVEN — Steven Gaffney is CEO of the Steven Gaffney Company. He is a leading expert on creati...

Sep 18, 202535 min

1093: How to Become Powerfully Likeable with Dr. Kate Mason

Kate Mason shares how to be both powerful AND well-liked. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The common phrases that undermine your influence 2) How to ask questions while boosting your credibility 3) How to overcome the fear of saying no Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1093 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATE — Kate Mason, PhD is a communications expert and world-champion debater who has spent her career working with founders and executives from tech startups to major global bran...

Sep 15, 202535 min

1092: Transforming Stress into Your Superpower with Dr. Rebecca Heiss

Dr. Rebecca Heiss shares powerful perspectives for reframing stress. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why stress fuels meaning and purpose 2) The formula that helps harness stress 3) The 6-minute practice that reframes stress Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1092 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT REBECCA — Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a stress expert dedicated to transforming our fears into fuel we can use through her T-minus 3 Technique. Her research has been designated “transformative” by...

Sep 11, 202534 min

1091: How to Persuade and Motivate Action through Compelling Data Stories with Mike Cisneros

Mike Cisneros shares principles for turning graphs into persuasive stories. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why analysis alone won’t persuade 2) The antidote for complex and overwhelming data 3) Why NOT to answer everyone’s questions Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1091 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MIKE — Mike Cisneros is an award-winning data visualization specialist and co-author of Storytelling with Data - Before & After: Practical Makeovers for Powerful Data Stories ....

Sep 08, 202538 min

1090: How to Get Recruiters to Compete for You with Madeline Mann

Madeline Mann shares insider tips and strategies for landing exciting new career opportunities. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The resume mistake high achievers make 2) The simple tweak that dramatically nets you more inbound opportunities 3) The interview hack that makes you sound like an expert Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1090 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MADELINE — Madeline Mann is an HR & Recruiting leader who spun her insider knowledge of the hiring process into...

Sep 04, 202546 min

1089: Mastering New Skills and Information Overload through Lean Learning with Pat Flynn

Pat Flynn shares his strategies on how to escape the trap of endless information—and learn the right way. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why learning less can help you achieve more 2) How pressure helps you learn better 3) How to teach others in order to learn faster Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1089 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PAT — Pat Flynn is a father, husband, and lifelong learner from San Diego who has built a reputation as one of the most influential voices in dig...

Sep 01, 202537 min

1088: How to Build Higher Performing Teams with Emotional Intelligence with Vanessa Druskat

Vanessa Druskat reveals an overlooked key to unlocking your team’s performance: emotional intelligence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The number one skill leaders need to work on 2) Why a team of stars doesn’t guarantee results—and what will 3) Two easy practices that unlock greater performance Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1088 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT VANESSA — Vanessa Druskat is an associate professor at the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics at the Un...

Aug 28, 202545 min

1087: How Neurodivergent Professionals Thrive at Work with Shea Belsky

Shea Belsky shares his top do’s and don’ts for managing neurodiversity in the workplace. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why neurodivergency is unavoidable at work 2) The unique strengths and struggles of autistic people 3) When and how to discuss neurodiversity at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1087 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SHEA — Shea Belsky is an autistic self-advocate. He is a Tech Lead II at HubSpot, and the former Chief Technology Officer of Mentra. Having bee...

Aug 25, 202539 min

1086: How to Unlock Personal Power and Deep Confidence with Chris Lipp

Chris Lipp reveals the key to owning the room and boosting your confidence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to end self-consciousness 2) A 5-minute ritual to prime your power 3) Two behaviors that naturally earn you respect Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1086 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHRIS — Chris Lipp is the author of The Science of Personal Power: How to Build Confidence, Create Success, and Obtain Freedom . His work has appeared in several media outlets including ...

Aug 21, 202540 min

1085: How to Find More Fun at Work Every Day with Bree Groff

Bree Groff shares the simple but effective strategies for finding more fun at work. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The mind shift that helps us find more fun at work 2) The 5-minute team practice that drastically improves engagement 3) How to find joy during even the roughest work days Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1085 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BREE — Bree Groff is a workplace culture expert and author of Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously) . She has spent her...

Aug 18, 202537 min

1084: How to Navigate Change and Encourage Innovation with Jeff DeGraff

Jeff DeGraff shows you how to go from managing change to mastering it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why facts don’t actually change minds—and what does 2) Why you should seek out constructive conflict 3) What to do when you’re overwhelmed with choice Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1084 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEFF — Jeff DeGraff is a top academic speaker, professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business, and founder of the Innovatrium Institute of In...

Aug 13, 202538 min

1083: How Tiny Actions Inspire Others through Mattering with Zach Mercurio

Zach Mercurio reveals the hidden epidemic that’s plaguing the workplace—and what we can do about it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The root of disengagement and quiet quitting 2) How to help others feel valued in just 30 seconds 3) The questions that help people feel seen Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1083 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ZACH — Zach Mercurio is a researcher, leadership development facilitator, and speaker specializing in purposeful leadership, mattering, and...

Aug 11, 202547 min

1082: How Driven People Can Achieve Success and Inner Peace with Gino Wickman

Gino Wickman reveals how high achievers can find inner peace while still maintaining their drive. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The foundational disciplines that lead to inner peace 2) How to teach your ego to chill 3) Why to shift to thinking in 10-year timeframes Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1082 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT GINO — Gino Wickman is a renowned entrepreneur, speaker, coach, teacher, and author, best known for founding EOS Worldwide and creating the Entrep...

Aug 07, 202532 min

1081: How to Deal with Credit Stealers at Work with Andrew Palmer

Andrew Palmer discusses what to do when others take credit for your ideas. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why no one benefits from credit stealing—including the stealer 2) The unintentional ways people steal credit 3) Why crediting others makes you more credible Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1081 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ANDREW — Andrew Palmer writes the Bartleby column on the workplace, and is the host of “Boss Class”, The Economist’s limited-season podcast on managem...

Aug 04, 202530 min

1080: How to Say No When the World Demands Yes with Dr. Sunita Sah

Dr. Sunita Sah reveals the dangers of compliance and offers strategies for building the skill of defiance. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The powerful force that makes saying no so difficult 2) How to disagree while still being a team player 3) A super sentence to make defiance easier Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1080 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SUNITA — Sunita Sah is a national bestselling author, an award-winning professor at Cornell University and an expert in organiz...

Jul 31, 202545 min

1079: The Brain Science Behind Successful Change with Dr. Britt Andreatta

Dr. Britt Andreatta explains the neuroscience behind why we resist change and what all levels of the organization can do to handle it better. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How and why our brains resist change 2) How to actually get people on board with change 3) How leaders unknowingly alienate people with change Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1079 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BRITT — Dr. Britt Andreatta is an internationally recognized thought leader who uses her backgrou...

Jul 28, 202546 min

1078: How to Stop Playing Small and Achieve Your Greatest Goals with Richard Medcalf

Richard Medcalf gets to the heart of why so many high achievers get stuck—and offers a transformative solution for reaching the next level. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why strategy alone won’t get you to the next level 2) The signs you’re playing too safe or slow 3) The bold reframe that leads to a more meaningful life Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1078 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RICHARD — Richard Medcalf describes himself as "what you get if you were to put a McKinse...

Jul 24, 202536 min

1077: The Six Insights of Excellent Communicators with Ruth Milligan

Ruth Milligan reveals the fundamental habits that drastically improve your speaking. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The best way to improve at speaking—and why most don’t do it 2) The foundational communication principles for better speaking 3) How to stop saying “um” and other filler words Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1077 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RUTH — RUTH MILLIGAN is the founder of Articulation, a communications training and coaching firm. In her over 35 years of...

Jul 21, 202539 min
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