The book Getting Things Done, by David Allen, was published over 20 years ago and today is it as relevant as ever.  The book, has which been published in 30 languages, has turned into a whole methodology called GTD and it is now being taught by coaches all over the world.   I spoke with David about the origins of GTD, and he shared specific actions you can take now to enjoy your life. For more information about GTD go to https://gettingthingsdone.com/ For bonus materials of this and other episodes, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with me via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/  or email me at [email protected]

Conflict is unavoidable at work, no matter if you work in an office or remotely. If you wish you had a step by step guide for addressing conflict, Dr. Paul Marciano just wrote it. Doctor Marciano, also known as the Respect Doctor, just launched his book Let's Talk About It: Turning Confrontation into Collaboration at Work. The book gives concrete steps on dealing with conflict based on situations, personality and even how to deal with it remotely. Dr. Paul earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology from Yale University and he is also the author of the book Carrots and Sticks Don’t Work. In this episode he shares some of the advice from his book and specific things we can do now to deal with conflicts successfully. To connect with Dr. Paul, connect via https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmarciano/ For bonus materials of this and other episodes, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with me via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/ or email me at [email protected]

  Forming teams is certainly not an easy  task and there is no easy formula to follow. There are many books addressing how to recruit and improve teams with very different approaches. One of the recent books I read on the topic fascinated me because it proposed a different yet successful approach. The book The Talent War (https://thetalentwar.com/) proposes that just as it is done in successful special forces teams, hiring should be based on character, not on skill. The Talent War was written by two former members of the US military, Mike Sarraille and George Randle. I spoke with George about his own experience serving in the military, the motivation to write this book and he shares critical advice for those who are recruiting and those who want to be recruited. You can find out more about the book and George’s work via https://www.efoverwatch.com/ For bonus materials of this and other episodes, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with me via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/ or email me at [email protected]

Empathy at work can bring great business value and increase our ability to become better leaders. In this episode we speak with Mimi Nicklin is the bestselling author of Softening The Edge, the host of the ‘Empathy for Breakfast’ show (www.empathyforbreakfast.com) and the ‘Secrets of The Gap’ podcast. She is an experienced marketer, communications strategist, and an empathy advocate. She spoke  from her home in Dubai and we discussed the need for empathy at work and how we can start building up this skill. Let's listen. You can find out more about Mimi on her website www.miminicklin.com or  via Instagram For bonus materials of this and other episodes, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with Yadi via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/  or email her at [email protected] 

Networking is an essential skill which can determine the success in our careers. However, many of us neglect it or do not know the correct way to do it. In this episode, Jordan Harbinger (https://www.jordanharbinger.com/), Wall-Street attorney turned podcaster, shares how networking has driven the success of his career. To access Jordan’s free Networking course, go to https://www.jordanharbinger.com/courses/ For bonus materials on this theme, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/  Connect with Yadi via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/  or email her at [email protected] 

Negotiation is not about winners or losers, playing tough or misleading. It is about seeking a deal where everyone can benefit. In this episode we learn how to become better negotiators from Diana Buttu, a lawyer specializing in negotiations, international law, and international human rights law. Buttu worked as a negotiator on the Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, serving as the only female negotiator during her five-year tenure. She also currently teaches at the Harvard Extension School. For bonus materials, subscribe via the website https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with Yadi via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/ or email her at [email protected]  

In this final episode of the season, we talk about Time Management with Adrian Shepherd, who focuses on consulting with individuals and companies on productivity. His background in education helped him develop The One-Bite Time Management System (TMS), a based entirely around simplicity which we will talk about today He is also a contributor for the Huffington Post, Thrive Global, Medium, and others. He is based in Osaka, Japan. In this episode he shares the value of time, and we review new approaches we can take to look at how we can manage time effectively to do what we really want to do.    To get in touch with Adrian Shepherd, contact him via https://www.linkedin.com/in/isucceedbook/ or https://adrianshepherd.com/ For resources and updates, visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardcoresoftskillspodcast/ ),  Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hardcoresoftskills/) and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hardcoresoftskillspodcast  

In this episode we talked about Diversity and specifically Diversity Awareness. While Diversity may be seem as part of an initiative a company takes on to  ensure people of diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures are treated as equal, diversity is also an individual responsibility. Our guest today, Karen Catlin, is an advocate for inclusive work spaces. After spending 25 years building software products and serving as a Vice President of Engineering at Macromedia and Adobe, she noticed a sharp decline in the number of women working in tech. therefore, she decided to switch gears. She became a Leadership Coach to help more women become leaders and coach men who want to be better allies for underrepresented groups. She is the author of two books on the topic Better Allies: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces and The Better Allies™ Approach to Hiring. In todays’ episode we talked about her background and career shift. We also discuss specific steps you can take now to become an ally and help foster diversity. To get in touch with Karen Catlin, her website: https://karencatlin.com/ For resources and updates, visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardcoresoftskillspodcast/ ),  Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hardcoresoftskills/) and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hardcoresoftskillspodcast

Curiosity is a very important skill which gives us a competitive advantage. According to research people with high curiosity are more inquisitive and generate more original ideas. Curiosity can also help us have more positive engagement with our teammates. My guest today is driven by curiosity and inspires others to cultivate it as well. Dr.  Deborah Berebichez is the first Mexican woman to graduate from Stanford University with a PhD in Physics. She also completed two postdoctoral fellowships at Columbia University's Applied Math and Physics Department and at NYU. She uses her education and background to make science approachable to a wide range of audiences. Debbie was co-host of Discovery Channel’s Outrageous Acts of Science TV show. She also appears as an expert on the Travel Channel, NOVA, CNN, FOX, MSNBC and numerous international media outlets. Currently she is the Chief Data Scientist at data science training company provider Metis where she leads the creation and growth of data science training opportunities. She is committed to help women and minorities follow STEM careers. When you hear her story, you’ll realize how her curiosity drove her to confront adversity and follow her calling. In today’s episode we talk about her fascinating story, her work and she gives us specific lessons to start cultivating curiosity. To know more about Debbie visit her website: http://www.sciencewithdebbie.com/ For resources and updates, visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardcoresoftskillspodcast/ )  and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hardcoresoftskills/)

In this week’s episode we discuss two themes: Communications and Covid-19. Our guest today, Alsy Acevedo, is a journalist and until recently, a Senior Media Specialist at John Hopkins Medicine International. In the episode, we discuss specifically the skill of Asking Questions.  This skill allows us to understand and be understood. Knowing different ways to approach people and ask questions from customers, teammates and potential clients is essential. Today, we discuss the art of asking questions from a journalist’s perspective. In the second half of the episode, we take an insider’s look at how communications occurred within John Hopkins since the early stages of the pandemic. To get in touch with Alsy go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/alsyacevedo/ For resources and updates, visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardcoresoftskillspodcast/ )  and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hardcoresoftskills/)

Adaptability is the ability to quickly learn and respond to changing circumstances. Our ability to manage change is considered today one of the key soft skills employers look in candidates. We constantly have to adapt to new technologies, new processes and new teammates. Having the right approach to learn and be open to change is essential. My guest today knows about dealing with changes in the modern workplace culture and how to revolutionize learning effectively. Crystal Kadakia ( https://crystalkadakia.com/) is an independent organizational consultant, two-time TEDx speaker, author (The Myllenial Myth and Designing for Modern Learning), as well as CEO of the Learning Cluster Design Group, a learning & development consulting firm. She has helped many organizations drive change and adapt to a new digital age. To get in touch with Crystal, visit her LinkedIn profile at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalkadakia/ For resources and updates, subscribe to this podcast and visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardcoresoftskillspodcast/ )  and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hardcoresoftskills/)

Heather Younger is a Juris Doctor turned Motivational Speaker and author who has dedicated her career to the study of management and leadership. She is the host of the Leadership with Heart Podcast and author of the book The 7 Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty. Part of her motivation to educate leaders who empower others, was her own experience as child when she encountered racial discrimination from members of her own family. This was a topic for her very inspirational Ted Talk you can view here: https://heatheryounger.com/ In this episode we talk about what makes a manager become a leader, and practical advice for those getting ready to become a manager. For resources and updates, subscribe to this podcast and visit our website https://hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/   In this episode we talk about what makes a manger become a leader, and practical advice for those getting ready to become a manager.

Self-Awareness is what allows us to recognize ourselves: what are our talents, what are our shortcomings, what potential do we have. Research suggests that when we are self-aware, we are more confident, creative, better leaders and workers. Mark Metry is an advocate of Self-Awareness. The author of Screw Being Shy and host of the Humans 2.0 podcast discusses his struggles growing up with social anxiety and what measures he too to change the course of his life.   Mark Metry: https://www.markmetry.com/

Public Speaking is a skill many of us have struggled with throughout our career. Professional Speaker Pilar Ortiz shares in this episode valuable advice to help us lose the fear and gain confidence, no matter our language.   To contact Pilar via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/pilarortiz/

Managing Stress is one of the greatest challenges of our days and dealing with it is a skill which takes great significant practice. In this episode, Dr. Janell MacAulay shares valuable techniques and practices she uses to train military and workers in high stress roles. For over two decades she has managed human performance based on her own experience as a combat veteran in conflict zones. Watch her TED talk on “How to Achieve High Performance Under Stress” here: https://www.ted.com/talks/jannell_macaulay_how_to_achieve_high_performance_under_stress/up-next To get in touch with her go to https://jannellmacaulay.com/ or via https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannell-macaulay-phd-a1872 For information about her training go to: https://competetocreate.net/warriors-edge/