Satya Nadella is the CEO of Microsoft . He knew he always wanted to be a part of something that empowered people and brought world-changing impact and he quickly felt part of the team at Microsoft that was swiftly making that happen. His strengths lie in his learnings both personally and professionally. That empathy is the path to success in both leadership and business, and performance matters every day, don’t wait for tomorrow to do your best work. He simply loves reading and cricket. He often...
Mar 14, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 118
Christine Lagarde may be the “rock star” head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) , but she was also the first woman to become finance minister of a G8 economy and is the first woman to head both the ECB (European Central Bank). A noted antitrust and labor lawyer, the first female Chair of the major international law firm Baker & McKenzie. Christine Lagarde dishes out advice on all aspects of life – including her very own secrets to success. "I’ll find my way - and if I don’t, I’ll make...
Mar 07, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 117
Jeff Bezos the founder of Amazon , the world's largest online retailer announced that he would step down as the CEO. We recognize the accomplishments of an extraordinary entrepreneur. How Bezos taught us you need to innovate internally first and look at Jeff’s leadership traits; be bold, learn and be curious. "It was never about the books". Jeff Bezos. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月...
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 116
Tom Brady is without a doubt an incredible athlete and one of the greatest NFL quarterbacks of all-time. He’s an inspirational reminder of the power of the journey and how healthy habits lead to big results. He has arguably achieved the full circle of all the Moonshots moments we’ve explored throughout our shows. Whether you're a Brady fan or even a sports fan. We can all learn from Tom Brady. “The biggest challenges end up being the best things that happen in your life”, Tom Brady . Thanks to o...
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 115
In our final episode on Ryan Holiday , we look at his best-selling book, Stillness Is The Key . We look at tools to harness the power of slowing down your body and mind for fewer distractions, better self-control, and above all, a happier and more peaceful life. Holiday examines figures who exemplified the power of stillness: Winston Churchill, Fred Rogers, who taught generations of children to see what was invisible to the eye; Anne Frank, whose journaling and love of nature guided her through ...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 114
In our series on Ryan Holiday . We take key learnings from his book, The Obstacle Is The Way . Packed full of stories and anecdotes that illustrate the timeless Stoic lessons from some of the greatest men and women who have ever lived. Including Steve Jobs. Ulysses S. Grant. Thomas Edison. Margaret Thatcher. Samuel Zemurray. Amelia Earhart. Erwin Rommel. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Richard Wright. Jack Johnson. Theodore Roosevelt. The book shares their collective wisdom in order to help you accomplish...
Feb 07, 2021•58 min•Ep. 113
In Episode 112: In Ego is the Enemy , Ryan Holiday sought to answer questions about what to do when the biggest obstacle is internal. Holiday explains how finding early successes led him to the realization that ego can cloud ambition and hinder personal and professional growth, particularly when accomplishments are tied to self-worth. Ego Is the Enemy puts forth the argument that often our biggest problems are not caused by external factors such as other people or circumstances. Instead, our pro...
Jan 31, 2021•59 min•Ep. 112
Join us as we start our 4 part series on Ryan Holiday with his book The Daily Stoic . A unique blend of practical wisdom that has been inspiring the most successful among us for centuries, from Roman Emperors to Barack Obama. The Daily Stoic widens our view on the Stoic philosophy and shows that it can be applied to any problem. The goal of this book is “to restore Stoicism to its rightful place as a tool in the pursuit of self-mastery, perseverance, and wisdom.” From how to manage failure to ge...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 111
In Episode 110: We look at No Excuses , the inspiring story of Kyle Maynard's battle against the odds. Born without arms or legs below his elbows and knees. But that didn’t stop Kyle Maynard from becoming a champion, on the wrestling mat and in his life. No Excuses is his inspirational autobiography that shows how a positive can-do attitude gives someone we might see as disadvantaged the advantage over life. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan...
Jan 17, 2021•59 min•Ep. 110
Join us for our final Rising Star series, where we take a look at 2020, and some of our biggest rising influencers today with James Clear and the power of habits in Atomic Habits . James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation, is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward...
Jan 10, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 109
Join us for our Rising Star series, where we take a look at 2020, and some of our biggest rising influencers today with David Goggins . The toughest man alive! and his book Can't Hurt Me and look at how his astonishing life story reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule , and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks M...
Jan 04, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 108
Join us for our Rising Star series, where we take a look at 2020, some of our biggest rising influencers today with Wim Hoff , the IceMan himself, and how the breath knows how to go deeper than the mind. Wim has become known as ‘The Iceman’ for his astounding physical feats, such as spending hours in freezing waters and running barefoot marathons over deserts and ice fields. Join us to discover how he uses his mind to overcome his body’s physical limitations. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emi...
Dec 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 107
Join us on our Rising Star series, where we take a look at 2020, some of our biggest rising influencers starting with Michelle Obama and daring to own your story. Her story, her inspiration, and her why. As the first lady of the United States, Michelle focused her attention on issues such as the support of military families, helping working women balance career and family, and encouraging national service. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N...
Dec 20, 2020•55 min•Ep. 106
Tony Hsieh , the “visionary” developer of online shoe retailer Zappos has died at the age of 46. Hsieh was an internet pioneer and venture capitalist, he and Harvard classmate Alfred Lin transformed a small business selling shoes online into a $1.2bn company by the time of its acquisition by Amazon in 2009. The famously generous tech exec was a lifelong believer in cultivating communities where he instilled the importance of shared values and how to make crazy ideas a reality. His motto was to a...
Dec 13, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 105
In Episode 104: Collaborative Intelligence , by Markova and McArthur , is a guide to developing your own personal form of intelligence by utilizing your unique ways of thinking. We'll learn how to identify and build on your strengths as well as those of others while adjusting your communication accordingly. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austi...
Dec 06, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 104
In Episode 103: Abby Wambach , drawing on nearly two decades of teamwork and sporting successes, shows us what teamwork looks like, what leadership stands for, and how you can achieve bigger goals, overcome any obstacles in your way, and unleash your true potential in her book - Wolfpack . Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammatt Zachary ...
Nov 29, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 103
In Episode 102: Patrick Lencioni's , The Ideal Team Player , presents a practical framework and actionable tools for identifying, hiring, and developing ideal team players. Whether you’re a leader trying to create a culture around teamwork, a staffing professional looking to hire real team players, or a team player wanting to improve yourself. As it turns out, they have three qualities or virtues in common: they are humble, hungry, and smart. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Mal...
Nov 22, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 102
In Episode 101: Patrick Lencioni's , The Five Dysfunctions of a Team describes the many pitfalls that teams face as they seek to "grow together". Exploring the fundamental causes of organizational politics and team failure. Much like Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, the five dysfunctions are stacked like a pyramid. Without building a strong foundation on the bottom, there is no achieving the higher-level goals at the top. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman...
Nov 15, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 101
In our 100th Episode, we mark our centenary show by taking a look at what really makes a ‘Moonshots’ thinker. We'll shine a light on past shows and ask ourselves: 1. What lessons did we learn? 2. How have we used these lessons in our own lives. Innovators, we'll celebrate are Lady Gaga , Simon Sinek: Start with Why, Brené Brown: Gifts of Imperfection, Michael Jordan , Elon Musk , and David Goggins . Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco...
Nov 08, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 100
In Episode 99: We discuss Extreme Ownership from Jocko Willink and Leif Babin and how to apply their learnings to any team, family or organization. Each chapter focuses on a specific topic such as Cover and Move Decentralized Command, and Leading Up the Chain, explaining what they are, why they are important, and how to implement them in any leadership environment. Extreme Ownership challenges leaders everywhere to fulfill their ultimate purpose: lead and win. Thanks to our monthly supporters Em...
Nov 01, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 99
In Episode 98: Tim Ferriss shares the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure book—a compilation of tools, tactics, and habits from the world's best mentors. In Tribe of Mentors he gives us 130 of the best to learn from! When facing life's questions, who do you turn to for advice? We all need mentors, particularly when the odds seem stacked against us. Through short, action-packed profiles, he shares their secrets for success, happiness, meaning, and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose ...
Oct 25, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 98
Episode 97: Tim Ferriss : Tools of Titans . Join us as we discover the tools, tactics, and ‘inside baseball’ you won’t find anywhere else from Tim Ferriss's interviews with almost two hundred world-class performers. We look at the most common lessons 'winning your mornings' and consistent themes and habits of the highly successful. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verka...
Oct 18, 2020•58 min•Ep. 97
Tim Ferriss’s : The 4-Hour Chef isn't just a cookbook. It's a choose-your-own-adventure guide to the world of rapid learning. Featuring tips and tricks from chess prodigies, world-renowned chefs, pro athletes, master sommeliers, supermodels, and everyone in between, this is a guide to mastering cooking and life. The 4-Hour Chef is a five-stop journey through the art and science of learning. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möll...
Oct 11, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 96
In Episode 95: let's talk Tim Ferris and his 4 Hour Work Week . Forget the old concept of retirement and all of those deferred-life plans–there is no need to wait and every reason not to, especially in unpredictable economic times. Whether your dream is escaping the rat race or earning a monthly five-figure income with zero management. The 4 Hour Work Week is the blueprint. Get The 4-Hour Work Week from Amazon: https://geni.us/fourhourtimferriss Get the summary via Blinkist https://blinkist.o6ei...
Oct 04, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 95
In Episode 94: We tap into some serious inspiration with David Goggins . The toughest man alive! and his book Can't Hurt Me and look at how his astonishing life story reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. Goggins calls this The 40% Rule , and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential. Buy on Amazon https://geni.us/Canthurtme Get the summary via Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/0J7NPY Become a ...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 94
In Episode 93: We end our series on Malcolm Gladwell with his book, David & Goliath , and learn how and why some people overcome personal challenges to achieve amazing results and what lessons can we learn from stories of ADVERSITY to achieve our goals. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Mike Leigh Cooper Gayla ...
Sep 21, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 93
In Episode 92: Gladwell's third book, Outliers , we examine what sets high achievers apart - from Bill Gates to the Beatles - a person's environment, in conjunction with personal drive and motivation, affects his or her possibility and opportunity for success. Join us on a journey through the world of “outliers” , those people/groups who break the norms. Get Outliers from Amazon: https://geni.us/OutliersMalcolm Get the summary via Blinkist https://blinkist.o6eiov.net/b3Baem Become a member https...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 92
In Episode 91: We look at how Malcolm Gladwell's book 'Blink' , changes the way you'll understand every decision you make. Never again will you think about thinking the same way. Blink is a book about how we think without thinking, about choices that seem to be made in an instant - in the blink of an eye - that actually aren't as simple as they seem. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 ...
Sep 07, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 91
In Episode 90: We dive into a new series on Malcolm Gladwell , starting with his breakthrough bestseller, The Tipping Point , that magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behaviour crosses a threshold, tips, and spreads like wildfire. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Mike Leigh Cooper Gayla Schiff Laura KE Krz...
Aug 31, 2020•56 min•Ep. 90
In Episode 89: Nassim Nicholas Taleb : Part 2: We delve into his book " skin in the game ", a phrase we've often heard but rarely stopped to truly dissect and what it means to understand the world, succeed in a profession, contribute to a fair and just society, detect nonsense, and influence others. Thanks to our monthly supporters Emily Rose Banks Malcolm Magee Natalie Triman Kaur Ryan N. Marco-Ken Möller Lars Bjørge Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Andy Pilara ola Austin Hammat...
Aug 24, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 89
