Mike Vardy discusses how to fine-tune your routine and make the most of your time through mode-based work.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why you shouldn’t obsess over productivity apps.2) How to craft your time with the 5 categories of mode-based work.3) How to keep yourself motivated and on-track through journaling.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep473 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MIKE — Mike Vardy is an author, speaker, and productivity and time management strategist (or ‘productivityist’) based in Victoria, BC, Canada. His company Productivityist helps people stop ‘doing’ productive and start ‘being’ productive through a variety of online and offline resources. He is the author of The Front Nine: How to Start the Year You Want Anytime You Want, published by Diversion Books, and has self-published several eBooks, the most recent of which is ”The Productivityist Playbook.” He currently hosts The Productivityist Podcast, a podcast that features insights and conversations surrounding productivity and workflow.• Mike’s Podcast: The Productivityist Podcast• Mike’s TEDx Talk: How to Stop Time: My Talk at TEDx Victoria— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: OmniFocus• Tool: Things• Tool: Todoist• Tool: Trello• Tool: Asana• Tool: Front• Website: Lifehack• Website: The Next Web• Company: Baron Fig• Movie: The Pursuit of Happyness• Book: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday• Book: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen• Book: The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph by Ryan Holiday• Book: The War of Art: Winning the Inner Creative Battle by Steven Pressfield— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Policygenius helps you shop for life insurance in under two minutes. Check them out at Policygenius.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Scott Young shares innovative methods to learn new skills more efficiently and effectively.   You'll Learn: Foundational principles for mastering skills more effectively The importance of “meta-learning” The Feynman Technique and other approaches to accelerate learning   About Scott: Scott is a writer, programmer, traveler and an avid reader of interesting things. For the last ten years he’s been experimenting to find out how to learn and think better. He doesn’t promise he has all the answers, just a place to start. Scott’s Book: "Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career" Scott’s MIT Challenge Scott’s email: [email protected] Scott’s website: ScottHYoung.com   Resources mentioned in the show: Online Class: MIT OpenCourseWare Technique: Feynman Technique Study: Retrieval Practice Produces More Learning than Elaborative Studying with Concept Mapping Book: "The Enigma of Reason" by Hugo Mercier   Thank you Sponsor! The Simple Habit meditation app can help you gain greater control over distractions for faster learning. The first 50 listeners to sign up at SimpleHabit.com/Awesome get 30% off premium subscriptions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Craig Dowden exposes gaps in common performance review practices and presents an empowering alternative approach everybody can use–no matter where you work.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) Why the current performance review practice is broken.2) The key thing NOT to do when giving feedback.3) A different and better strategy for regular reviews.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep470 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CRAIG — Craig Dowden (Ph.D.) is an inspiring and thought-provoking executive coach, Forbes author and keynote speaker who partners with leaders and executives to tackle their most important personal and organizational challenges. Craig holds a Doctorate in psychology, with a concentration in business and is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach. In his role as a trusted advisor, he integrates the latest findings in the science of leadership, team, and organizational excellence into his coaching and consulting work. In 2009, Craig was recognized as one of Ottawa’s 40 under 40 business leaders by the Ottawa Business Journal.• Craig’s Book: “Do Good to Lead Well: The Science and Practice of Positive Leadership”• Craig on Twitter: @craigdowden• Craig’s Website: CraigDowden.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: Program On Negotiation – Harvard Law School• Website: StrengthsFinder.com• Website: Triad Consulting Group• Book: “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us” by Daniel Pink• Book: “Getting To Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In” by William Ury• Book: “The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results” by Gary Keller• Book: “The Power of a Positive No: Save The Deal Save The Relationship and Still Say No” by William Ury— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Free trial available at blinkist.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Futurist Alexandra Levit explains what the “robot takeover” will really look like and how you can stay relevant despite it.   You'll Learn: The problem with how organizations automate Honest predictions about the future of the human workforce The essentials skills that make you future-proof   About Alexandra: Alexandra Levit has conducted proprietary research on the future of work, technology adoption, the millennial generation, gender differences and bias, and the skills gap. She also served as a member of Business Roundtable’s Springboard Project, which advised the Obama administration, the U.S. Department of Labor, and the U.S. Department of Defense on current employment issues. Levit also consults and writes on leadership development, human resources, technology adoption, entrepreneurship, innovation, career and workplace trends on behalf of Fortune 500 companies.  She is a frequent national media spokesperson and is regularly featured in outlets including USA Today, National Public Radio, CNN, ABC News, CNBC, Forbes, the Associated Press, and Glamour. Levit was named an American Management Association Top Leader for two years in a row and has also been Money Magazine’s Online Career Expert of the Year and the author of one of Forbes’ best websites for women.    Alexandra’s book: Humanity Works: Merging Technologies and People for the Workforce of the Future (Kogan Page Inspire)  Alexandra’s book: They Don't Teach Corporate in College, 3rd Edition: A Twenty-Something's Guide to the Business World Alexandra’s Website: AlexandraLevit.com     Resources mentioned in the show: Software: QuickBooks Software: iDashboards Research: McKinsey: Jobs lost, jobs gained: What the future of work will mean for jobs, skills, and wages Study: Bystander Effect Study: Harry F. Harlow, Monkey Love Experiments Dale Carnegie Course: Powerful People Skills Online Course Provider: Degree.com Data Analytics Course: IBM Analytics Learning Services Online Course Provider: Coursera Online Course Provider: edX Online Course Provider: Udemy Magazine: Fast Company Book: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Book: The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand   Thank you, Sponsors! Ziprecruiter is the smartest way to hire. Free trial available at Ziprecruiter.com/HTBA.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep469 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill Treasurer shares practical wisdom for conquering fear, taking risks, and finding your courage.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The key first step to finding courage.2) Approaches for taking on more wise risks.3) How to fill up each of the Three Buckets of Courage.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep468 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BILL —In the past two decades, thousands of executives across the globe have attended Bill’s keynotes and workshops. Benefiting from the concepts first introduced in Bill’s bestselling books, participants come away with stronger leadership skills, improved team performance, and more career backbone.Among others, Bill has led workshops for NASA, Accenture, Lenovo, CNN, Hugo Boss, SPANX, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates.Bill’s insights about courage and risk-taking have been featured in over 100 newspapers and magazines, including the Washington Post, NY Daily News, Chicago Tribune, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Boston Herald, and more.• Bill’s Book: “Courage Goes to Work: How to Build Backbones, Boost Performance, and Get Results”• Website: BillTreasurer.com• Website: GiantLeapConsulting.com• Website: CourageGoesToWork.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: “Why Courage Matters: The Way to a Braver Life” by John McCain• Book: “Obedience to Authority” by Stanley Milgram— THANK YOU SPONSORS! —• Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with Babbel.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Paul Durham shares strategies to develop and execute your personal vision with great clarity.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The wonders of guided journaling.2) How to get your days to lead to your desired future.3) Why you need to involve others to get to your vision. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep467 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PAUL — Paul Durham’s passion for studying models of human development expresses itself in his mentoring and executive coaching. After earning a degree in Philosophy from Oberlin College and teaching in the Oakland public schools, he embarked on a career as a successful musician in Los Angeles, releasing albums on major labels, receiving widespread radio play, appearing on film and TV soundtracks, and developing a fan base that persists to this day. Always entrepreneurial, he parlayed his industry experiences into a variety of businesses including commercial music production, song licensing, and ringtones. Now 50 and the father of a teenage son, he has blended his comprehensive experiences into executive coaching and programs designed to help people find their paths and take flight.• Paul’s Coaching: Paul Durham, Executive Coach• Paul’s Year One Program: YearOneEducation.com• Paul’s Music: Black Lab— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Thinker: St. Augustine of Hippo• Product: Bulletproof Coffee• Product: FranklinCovey Paper Planners• Product: Shure Beta 87A• Product: The Artist’s Way Morning Pages Journal— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • iDashboards: Create gorgeously useful data visualizations with iDashboards.com/awesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wade Foster shares super-simple mindsets, tools and tricks to automate repetitive work tasks and liberate extra time.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Just how much time you can save through automation2) Where automation works, and where it doesn’t3) The latest low-cost software tools to optimize your workflowSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep466 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT WADE — Wade Foster is the co-founder and CEO of San-Francisco-based Zapier, a company offering a service that makes it easy to move data among web apps to automate tedious tasks. He, along with co-founder Mike Knoop, was featured on Forbes’ 30 under 30: for Enterprise Tech.• Wade’s company: Zapier• Wade’s Twitter: @wadefoster• Wade’s email: [email protected]— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —• Tool: Todoist• Tool: Omnifocus• Tool: Workona• Tool: Calendly• Tool: Slack• Tool: monday.com• Tool: Asana• Tool: Trello• Tool: Jira• Tool: Google Sheets• Tool: Airtable• Tool: Coda• Tool: Typeform• Tool: Wufoo• Tool: Superhuman• Tool: Twilio• Website: Upwork.com• Book: “The Elements of Eloquence” by Mark Forsyth• Previous episode: Episode 456: Finding Enrichment Through Side Hustles with Nick LoperSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Valerie Young sheds light on the impostor syndrome and shows the healthy way out.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Just how prevalent impostor syndrome is.2) The 5 impostor syndrome archetypes.3) How to strategically shift your thinking from impostor to non-impostor.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep465 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT VALERIE — Dr. Valerie Young is an internationally-known expert on impostor syndrome and author of award-winning book The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capable People Suffer from the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It (Crown Business/Random House), now available in five languages.• Valerie’s Book: The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capable People Suffer from the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It• Valerie’s TED Talk: Thinking your way out of impostor syndrome• Valerie’s Website: ImpostorSyndrome.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Researcher: Dr. Gail Matthews• Term: Dunning-Krueger Effect• Term: Impostor Syndrome• Study: Dr. Pauline Rose Clance on Impostor Syndrome• Book: “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck• Prior episode: 317:How to Form Habits the Smart Way with BJ Fogg, PhD— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with Babbel.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scott Jeffrey Miller shares powerful stories and principles for becoming the most effective leader you can be.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why making time for one-on-ones is truly worth it.2) Three foundational principles for listening well.3) How to flourish as a leader by practicing the Law of Harvest.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep464 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SCOTT — Scott J. Miller is Executive Vice President of Business Development and Chief Marketing Officer for FranklinCovey. Scott has been with the company for 20 years, and previously served as Vice President of Business Development and Marketing. His role as EVP and Chief Marketing Officer caps 12 years on the front line, working with thousands of client facilitators across many markets and countries.• Scott’s Book: “Management Mess to Leadership Success: 30 Challenges to Become the Leader You Would Follow” • Scott’s Company: FranklinCovey• Scott’s Website: ManagementMess.com• Scott’s LinkedIn: Scott Jeffrey Miller• Twitter: @ScottMillerFC— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: Dr. Deborah Tannen on Interruption in Conversation• Survey: Gallup on quitting• Video: “The Law of the Harvest”• Book: “Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter” by Liz Wiseman• Book: “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap…And Others Don’t” by Jim Collins• Book: “The Four Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals” by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • The Simple Habit meditation app can help your mind listen better. The first 50 listeners to sign up at SimpleHabit.com/Awesome get 30% off premium subscriptions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Kurtz shares his insider perspectives on persuasion and overdelivering from his legendary career at Boardroom and beyond.   You'll Learn: Why knowing your audience is the biggest key to persuasion The 4 pillars of being extraordinary How to overdeliver at work without burning out   About Brian: Brian Kurtz has been a serial direct marketer for almost 40 years and never met a medium he didn't like.  Brian left his beloved Boardroom in January of 2015. Over 34 years he was responsible for the mailing of close to 2 billion pieces of direct mail in his career. He worked with many of the most legendary copywriters and consultants who have ever lived. Under Brian's marketing leadership and during his tenure, Boardroom’s revenues went from approximately $5 million (in 1981) to a high of over $150 million (in 2006). Brian writes and speaks regularly; recent content can be found at www.briankurtz.net and www.briankurtz.net/blog. His first book, The Advertising Solution, was released in October of 2017. His second book, Overdeliver: Build a Business for a Lifetime Playing the Long Game in Direct Response Marketing was released in April of 2019. Brian also loves being a Little League Baseball Umpire. Brian’s book: “Overdeliver” Brian’s prior Book: “The Advertising Solution: Influence Prospects, Multiply Sales, and Promote Your Brand” by Brian Kurtz Brian’s former Company: Boardroom Inc. Resources mentioned in the show: Book: “The Origin of Illness: Psychological, Physical and Social” by Norberto Keppe Book: “Breakthrough Advertising” by Eugene Schwartz & Martin Edelston Book: “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho Book: “Give and Take” by Adam Grant Thank you, Sponsor! Get affordable therapy on demand with BetterHelp.com/Awesome   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep463 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pamela McLean reveals how your inner landscape helps and hinders your leadership capabilities.   You'll Learn: The most common obstacle to developing your leadership potential How to address self-limiting beliefs The most critical internal areas to develop   About Pamela: Pamela McLean is the CEO and cofounder of the Hudson Institute of Coaching, which provides consulting to organizations worldwide. Working in the arenas of clinical and organizational psychology, and leadership coaching and development, Pam has worked with hundreds of organizational leaders and seasoned professionals inside organizations and in solo practice to deepen and strengthen their coaching skills. Pam is the author and co-author of several books, articles and whitepapers focused on coaching, human development and transformational learning. Her titles include: The Completely Revised Handbook of Coaching and LifeForward, Charting the Journey Ahead. Pam’s book: Self as Coach, Self as Leader: Developing the Best in You to Develop the Best in Others Pam’s organization: HudsonInstitute.com   Resources mentioned in the show: App: Calm App: InsightTimer App: Simple Habit Movie: Inside Out (2015) Book: INSIGHT by Tasha Eurich Book: Leadership Embodiment: How the Way We Sit and Stand Can Change the Way We Think and Speak by Wendy Palmer & James Crawford Book: Living an Examined Life: Wisdom for the Second Half of the Journey by James Hollis    Thank You Sponsors! Get insurance the quick, easy, and affordable way with Policygenius.com. Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with Babbel.com   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep462 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erik Fisher shares tips and tricks to optimize your productivity without driving yourself crazy.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) Tricks to reduce your smartphone dependency.2) The small habits that create big results.3) Why it’s okay to not get things done.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep461 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ERIK — Erik is a Productivity Author, Podcaster, Speaker, and Coach. He talks with real people who practically implement productivity strategies in their professional and personal lives. You’ll be refreshed and inspired after hearing how others fail and succeed at daily productivity and continue to lead successful and meaningful lives.• Erik’s Podcast: BeyondTheToDoList.com• Beyond the To-Do List Podcast Episodes:• Episode 251 – Habits: James Clear on the Power of Habits, Building Good Habits, and Breaking Bad Ones• Episode 259 – Focus: Cal Newport on Digital Technology, Distraction, and Focus• Episode 267 – The Meaning of Productivity: Mike Sturm on Being, Thinking, and Doing• Episode 268 – Focus: Michael Hyatt on Achieving the Freedom to Focus and Eliminating Distractions Through Digital Minimalism• Episode 277 – Focus: Jaime Masters on Focus, Flow, Time Tracking, and Nootropics— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Focus At Will• Tool: Brain.fm• Tool: Otter.ai• Tool: Examine.com• Tool: Star Trek TNG Ambient Engine Noise• Product: Alpha BRAIN• Book: “Digital Minimalism” by Cal Newport• Book: “Atomic Habits” by James Clear• Previous episode: 199: Supercharging Your Productivity with Erik Fisher— THANK YOU SPONSORS — • iDashboards: Create gorgeously useful data visualizations with iDashboards.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Komlos teaches ways to dramatically shorten the process of solving your organization’s most complex challenges.   You'll Learn: The 3 types of challenges and how to approach them The 10-step process to tackle challenges faster and more effectively How to structure a problem-solving meetings to get the best results   About David: David Komlos, CEO of Syntegrity, is an entrepreneur, early-stage investor and speaker who has helped change the way many global leaders approach their top challenges. From Fortune 100 transformation to international aid, content creation in sports and entertainment to improving access to life-saving products, David advises top leaders and enterprises on how to dramatically accelerate solutions and execution on their defining challenges. He frequently speaks on topics related to complexity, fast problem-solving and mobilization, and scaling talent. He lives with his family in Toronto. David’s Book: “Cracking Complexity: The Breakthrough Formula for Solving Just About Anything Fast”  David’s website: Website: CrackingComplexity.com   Resources Mentioned in the Show: Tool: Cynefin framework Tool: Requisite variety Book: “Crossing the Chasm: Marketing and Selling High-Tech Products to Mainstream Customers” by Geoffrey A. Moore Book: “Good to Great” by Jim Collins   Thank You Sponsors! The Simple Habit meditation app has offers has enriching variety for everyone. The first 50 listeners to sign up at SimpleHabit.com/Awesome get 30% off premium subscriptions. ZipRecruiter is the smartest way to hire. You can try them for free at Ziprecruiter.com/HTBA   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep460 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Diana Wu David shares how to future-proof your work-life with approaches for reinvention and re-framing.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) Approaches for taking agency over your own career.2) How to recognize the “treadmill of self-sacrifice” and get off it.3) The right way to ask for what you want at work.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep459 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DIANA — Diana Wu David is a strategist, innovator, entrepreneur, and the founder of Sarana Capital and Sarana Labs. Her companies transform how executives work and prepare companies for the future of work, invest in Edtech and HRtech, and support innovative education initiatives across public and private sectors. Her diverse, global career includes assisting Henry Kissinger and leading executive education initiatives for Financial Times. A superconnector of people and a sought-after speaker, Diana lives in Hong Kong with her husband and their three children.  • Diana’s Book: “Future Proof: Reinventing Work in an Age of Acceleration”• Diana’s TEDx Talk: The Difference Between Running and Running Free• Diana’s Website: DianaWuDavid.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: Zoom• App: SaneBox• App: SaneLater• Podcast: Inside Asia• Book: “The 100-Year Life: Living and Working in an Age of Longevity” by Lynda Gratton, Andrew Scott, and Mark Meadows• Prior episode: 020: Strategically Spending Your 100 Years with Lynda Gratton• Prior episode: 418: Separating Your Self-Worth from Your Productivity with Rahaf Harfoush— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Ziprecruiter is the smartest way to hire. Free trial available at Ziprecruiter.com/HTBA• High Brew Coffee provides delicious, portable, cold-brew energy for your next adventure. Use Promo Code 20awesomeHBC for 20% off a 12-pack at checkout. highbrewcoffee.com/discount/20awesomeHBCSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Ritter shares the fundamentals that makes teams healthy through their inevitable changes.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Where teams get stuck most often.2) How to grow and deepen over time as a team.3) Why there’s hope for disengaged team members.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep458 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEVE — Steve Ritter is the Founder and CEO of the Center for Team Excellence. He is on the faculty of the Center for Professional Excellence at Elmhurst College where he earned the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. He is the acclaimed author of the 2009 Amazon Top 50 Business Book: Team Clock: A Guide to Breakthrough Teams and the 2019 release: The 4 Stages of a Team: How Teams Thrive…and What to do When They Don’t.• Steve’s Book: “The 4 Stages of a Team: How teams thrive…and what to do when they don’t”• Steve’s previous Book: “Team Clock: A Guide to Breakthrough Teams”• Steve’s Website: Team Clock— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — App: Inner Balance• Tool: Flesch-Kincaid Readability Test Tool• Tool: HeartMath• Book: “This Is Marketing: You Can’t Be Seen Until You Learn to See” by Seth Godin• Previous episode: 001:Communicating with Inspiration and Clarity with Mawi Asgedom• Previous episode: 036:Detoxifying Teams with Steve Ritter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gret Glyer discusses how you can increase your persuasion power by telling compelling stories.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why stories succeed where statistics fail.2) What makes a story compelling.3) How storytelling can earn you a promotion.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep457 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT GRET — Gret Glyer has helped raise over a million dollars through storytelling. He is the CEO of DonorSee, the platform that shows you that your money is helping real people in need with personalized video updates. From 2013 to 2016, Glyer lived with the world’s poorest people in Malawi, Africa where he built more than 150 houses for the homeless and crowdfunded $100,000 to build a girls’ school in rural Malawi. Glyer has been featured in USA Today, National Review, HuffPo, Acton Institute and is a TEDx Speaker. He is currently fundraising for his first ever book on Kickstarter called, If The Poor Were Next Door.• Gret’s Organization: DonorSee• Gret’s Kickstarter: “If The Poor Were Next Door”• Gret’s TEDx talk: How to Wake Up Tomorrow Morning Like a Billionaire— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —• Person: Scott Harrison• TV Show: Lost • TV Show: Game of Thrones• TV Show: Breaking Bad• Movie: A Quiet Place• Movie: Les Miserables• Book: Les Miserables by Victor Hugo• Previous episode: Episode 403: Hollywood Secrets for Effective Business Storytelling with Matthew LuhnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nick Loper discusses the many benefits to having a side hustle—and how to start yours.You'll Learn:How side hustles can empower you as a professionalHow to turn your ideas into low-risk side hustlesWhen to turn a side hustle into your main hustleAbout Nick Nick is an author, entrepreneur, and a lifelong student in the game of business. His latest role is as Chief Side Hustler at SideHustleNation.com.He's been making his living online since before it was cool. Along the way he's picked up a thing or two about small business, marketing, and outsourcing—and is happy to share the experience with those working hard to make their side hustle dreams a reality.As the host of the top-rated Side Hustle Show podcast, Nick explores a different business idea each week and helps listeners discover the path to income streams.Items Mentioned in this Show:Nick’s podcast: The Side Hustle ShowNick’s website: Side Hustle Nation Nick’s email: [email protected]: Similarweb.comWebsite: Tubebuddy.com Services: Podcast Fast TrackServices: Zen WPServices: Liberty HealthShareServices: Medi-ShareApp: TextExpanderApp: LastPassBook: The Go-Giver by Bob BurgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lisa Wentz pinpoints the fundamental elements that can make anyone a great speaker.   You'll Learn: The ideal mindset for communicating with anyone and in any setting The best way to breathe for vocal power and confidence How to articulate well and why that matters   About Lisa: Lisa Wentz is the founder of the San Francisco Voice Center, a public speaking expert, accent specialist and author of Grace Under Pressure: a Masterclass in Public Speaking. Lisa has been featured as a Public Speaking expert in TIME,  The Wall Street Journal, and many other publications. Lisa regularly coaches speeches, presentation skills and accent reduction with TED talkers and executives and managers from Fortune 500 companies such as Adobe, Genentech, Google, Oracle, Salesforce and VMware, etc.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep455 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judy Ringer explains how the techniques and principles of aikido can turn workplace conflicts into valuable experiences.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) How to master yourself during conflicts.2) Three effective mindsets for resolving conflicts.3) How to skillfully inquire, acknowledge, and advocate.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep454 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JUDY —Through interactive presentations and individual coaching, Judy Ringer helps you transform conflict by changing your relationship to it. Aikido is the metaphor she uses to become more intentional and less reactive, to communicate directly and respectfully, and to create your life and work on purpose.• Judy’s book: Turn Enemies Into Allies: The Art of Peace in the Workplace (Conflict Resolution for Leaders, Managers, and Anyone Stuck in the Middle)• Judy’s website: www.JudyRinger.com• Judy’s blog: Ki Moments• Judy’s article: Working with Difficult People: Turn Tormentors Into Teachers— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Sponsored Message: Enhance your customers’ digital experience with Pantheon• TED talk: The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown• Book: The Magic of Conflict: Turning a Life of Work into a Work of Art by Thomas Crum• Book: Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World by Margaret Wheatley• Prior episode: 443: Beating Procrastination with Peter LudwigSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Epstein explains why and how generalists tend to achieve more.   You'll Learn: How focusing on short-term improvement can undermine long-term development Pro-tips for breaking through your learning plateaus The benefits of becoming a jack-of-all-trades   About David: David Epstein is the author of the book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World, and the top 10 New York Times bestseller The Sports Gene. He was previously a science and investigative reporter at ProPublica, and prior to that a senior writer at Sports Illustrated. His writing has been honored widely. David has his master’s degrees in environmental science and journalism, and is reasonably sure he’s the only person to have co-authored a paper in the journal of Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research while a writer at Sports Illustrated.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep453 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Navy SEAL Nick Hays shares practical advice on how to elevate your performance and push yourself to unlock your maximum potential.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) How to conquer large goals by celebrating the tiniest of victories.2) How to find gratitude in the most unpleasant circumstances.3) How to tune out the “yeah, but…” voice in your head.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep452 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NICK — Nick Hays is former a Navy SEAL. His operating days came to an end when he ruptured a disk while preparing for an operation in Afghanistan. Disillusioned, broken, and without means to provide for his family, Nick was left without a purpose in life. After recovery, his training kicked in, and he remembered the lessons learned from the SEAL teams and put them to the test with professional athletes. He’s helped train the Miami Heat and helped the Atlanta Falcons to a Super Bowl. Nick holds a BA from the University of Maryland, a Masters in Business from the University of San Diego, and a post-graduate degree from Harvard Business School. He now resides in California with his wife, Ivy, and their three children.• Nick’s Book: “Elite: High Performance Lessons and Habits from a Former Navy SEAL”• Nick’s Website: EliteTeams.com• Nick’s Twitter: @NickHaysLife• Nick’s LinkedIn: Nick Hays— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Movie: “300”• Book: “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success” by Carol Dweck— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with BabbelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Art Markman shares insights from cognitive science research for us to be smarter every day at work.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The secret to making a great first impression.2) The pros and cons of high energy.3) The role of dissatisfaction in motivating yourself.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep451 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ART — Art Markman is a Professor of Psychology and Marketing at the University of Texas at Austin. He got his ScB from Brown University and his PhD from the University of Illinois. Before coming to the University of Texas, Art taught at Northwestern University and Columbia University.Art’s research explores thinking. Art is also the executive editor of the journal of Cognitive Science and is a former executive officer of the Cognitive Science Society. Art has always been interested in bringing insights from Cognitive Science to a broader audience. To that end, he writes blogs for many sites including Psychology Today and Fast Company. He consults for companies interested in using Cognitive Science in their businesses. Art is also on the scientific advisory boards for the Dr. Phil Show and the Dr. Oz Show.• Art’s book: “Bring Your Brain to Work”• Art’s website: http://www.smartthinkingbook.com/— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —• Research: “The Illusion of Explanatory Depth” by Frank Keil & Leonid Rozenbilt• Term: Halo effect• Term: Yearkes-Dodson Law• Tool: Slack• Book: “Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis” by JD Vance• Book: “Our Towns: A 100,000 Mile Journey Into the Heart of America” by Deborah Fallows and James Fallows— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Enhance your customers’ digital experience with PantheonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason Hanson shares his intelligence operation secrets to “recruiting” people and convincing them to say yes.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The CIA’s SADR cycle and how it applies to the workplace 2) Why research and authenticity are integral to successful influence 3) How to advocate for your case at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep450 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JASON — Jason is a former CIA officer. After leaving the CIA, Jason became the Founder and CEO of Spy Escape & Evasion (www.spyescape.com), a company that teaches men and women how to be safe using Spy Secrets that 99% of Americans will never know. In 2014, Jason won a deal on ABC’s hit Reality Series, Shark Tank and opened, “Spy Ranch,” a 320-acre facility to teach Evasive Driving, Pistol and Rifle Shooting, Intelligence Operations, Cyber Security and more. Jason regularly appears as a Keynote Speaker at corporate events, conferences and conventions worldwide. Jason has appeared on The NBC Today Show, Dateline, Rachael Ray, Fox & Friends, and more. Jason has been interviewed by Forbes, NPR and The Huffington Post among others.• Jason’s book: Agent of Influence• Jason’s website: CelebrityMethod.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —• Book: “Influence: Science and Practice” by Robert Cialdini• Book: “Pre-suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade” by Robert Cialdini— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • BetterHelp provides affordable therapy on demandSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marissa Orr shares fresh, actionable wisdom on the workplace gender gap and reframes how alleged weaknesses can actually be strengths.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The problem with the ‘lean in’ mentality.2) How power and money trigger value judgments when it comes to gender differences.3) Why strengths depend on context.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep449 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARISSA — Marissa Orr began her Google career over 15 years ago as a founding member of Google’s Sales Operations & Strategy team, after which she worked as Vertical Marketing Manager at Facebook. She has conducted talks and workshops for thousands of people at diverse organizations across the globe. Originally from Miami, she now lives in New Jersey, with her three children.• Marissa’s book: Lean Out: The Truth About Women, Power, and the Workplace• Marissa’s website: https://www.marissaorr.com/• Marissa’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarissaBethOrr• Marissa’s Medium: https://medium.com/@MarissaOrr— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Research: Explaining Gender Differences at the Top• Research: Men and Women: No Big Difference• Research: Do Women Shy Away from Competition? Do Men Compete Too Much?• Research: The role of gender in team collaboration and performance• Research: Gender Styles in Communication• Research: Do Nice Guys — And Gals — Really Finish Last? The Joint Effects of Sex and Agreeableness on• Research: Who’s Better at Selling: Men or Women? Data From 30,469 Sales Calls• Book: The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know by Katty Kay• Book: Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex by John Gray• Book: The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem: The Definitive Work on Self-Esteem by the• Book: Leading Pioneer in the Field by Nathaniel Branden• Book: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with BabbelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ashley Goodall debunks deeply-embedded misconceptions about work and how fostering human individuality provides valuable possible solutions.   You'll Learn: How deeply-rooted misconceptions about work lead to inefficiency Why you should focus on being “spikey” rather than well-rounded How systematizing can remove the human essence from work   About Ashley: Ashley Goodall is currently Senior Vice President of Leadership and Team Intelligence at Cisco. In this role he has built a new organization focused entirely on serving teams and team leaders—combining talent management, succession, coaching, assessment, executive talent, workforce and talent planning, research and analytics, and technology to support leaders and their teams in real time. Previously he was Director and Chief Learning Officer, Leader Development, at Deloitte. He is the co-author, with Marcus Buckingham, of “Reinventing Performance Management,” the cover story in the April 2015 issue of Harvard Business Review. He lives in Montclair, New Jersey.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep448 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hal Gregersen reveals the key skills of disruptive innovators–and how you can get them too.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The core five skills required for innovation.2) The questions disruptive innovators ask.3) How to network for new idea.Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep447 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT HAL — Hal Gregersen is the Executive Director of the MIT Leadership Center and a Senior Lecturer in Leadership and Innovation at the MIT Sloan School of Management where he pursues his vocation of executive teaching, coaching, and research by exploring how leaders in business, government, and society discover provocative new ideas, develop the human and organizational capacity to realize those ideas, and deliver positive, powerful results.• Hal’s Book: “The Innovator’s DNA: Mastering the Five Skills of Disruptive Innovators” with Jeff Dyer and Clayton Christensen• Hal’s other book: “Questions Are the Answer: A Breakthrough Approach to Your Most Vexing Problems At Work and in Life” with Ed Catmull• Hal’s website: www.HalGregersen.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Companies mentioned: Aramex, Azul Brazilian Airlines, Intuit, JetBlue, Magnolia Market at the Silos, Moxy, PIXAR, Xero• Event: SXSW Conference & Festivals• Innovators mentioned: Chip and Joanna Gaines, Clayton M. Christensen, David Neeleman, Diane Greene, E. B. White, Fadi Ghandour, Jeff Bezos, Jeff Dyer, June Morris, Marc Benioff, Niklas Zennstrom, Peter Thiel, Rod Drury, Scott Cook• Product: Kutol Wall Cleaner• Software: Chatter, QuickBooks, Quicken• Term: Combinatorial play• Book: “The Magnolia Story” by Chip and Joanna Gaines, and Mark DagostinoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judi Holler makes the case for exercising your bravery muscle and making fear your friend—one challenge at a time.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The small things we do each day that slow our long-term progress2) Why technology is a great servant but a terrible master3) How to deal with fear when it never goes awaySubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/epxxx for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JUDI —Judi Holler is a keynote speaker, author, and a professionally trained improviser and alumna of The Second City’s Conservatory in Chicago, Illinois. Judi is a past president of Meeting Professionals International, Chicago Area Chapter, and was named one of the 40 under 40 in the meetings industry by Connect magazine in 2015Judi’s book on Fear, titled “Fear Is My Homeboy: How to Slay Doubt, Boss Up, and Succeed on Your Own Terms”, was recently endorsed by Mel Robbins calling it: “relatable, relevant and most importantly ACTIONABLE!” Fear Is My Homeboy came out last week.• Judi’s Book: Fear Is My Homeboy: How to Slay Doubt, Boss Up, and Succeed on Your Own Terms• Judi’s website: judiholler.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Song: “Caribbean Queen” by Billy Ocean• Study: “Is Photoshop Destroying America’s Body Image?”• Study: U.S. Workers Spend 6.3 Hours A Day Checking Email: Survey• TV Show: A.P. Bio• TV Show: Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee• TV Shows: Netflix Stand-Up Comedy Specials• TV Show: The Simpsons• Book: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown• Book: The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins• Previous episode: 038: Establishing the Essential with Greg McKeown• Previous episode: 386: How to Earn More, Spend Less, and Build Wealth with Mindy Jensen• Previous episode: 441: Understanding Fear to Overcome It with Ruth Soukup— THANK YOU SPONSORS! —•Learn a new language anytime, anywhere with BabbelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stephanie Evergreen discusses the importance of effective data visualization and shares tips and tricks for creating charts that best communicate data findings.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) How charts can transform culture2) How to make use of tools you already have to make great visuals3) How to determine the most appropriate chart for your dataSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep445 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEPHANIE — Dr. Stephanie Evergreen is an internationally-recognized data visualization and design expert. She has trained future data nerds worldwide through keynote presentations and workshops, for clients including Mastercard, Adobe, Verizon, Head Start, American Institutes for Research, Rockefeller Foundation, Brookings Institute, and the United Nations. She writes a popular blog on data presentation at StephanieEvergreen.com. Her two books on designing high-impact graphs, slideshows, and reports both hit #1 on Amazon bestseller lists weeks before they were even released. This Spring Dr. Evergreen is publishing the second edition of one of those bestsellers and a brand new sketchbook with templates for making infographics and dashboards.• Stephanie’s Book: “Effective Data Visualization: The Right Chart for the Right Data”• Stephanie’s companion book: “The Data Visualization Sketchbook”• Stephanie’s Website: StephanieEvergreen.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —• Alternative charting software: Keynote, Prezi, think-cell, Mekko Graphics, Adobe Illustrator• Data visualizations: Marimekko Chart, Word cloud, Dumbbell Dot Plot• Movie: An Inconvenient Truth• Study: Seeing data visualized makes it more believable• Book: Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal NewportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stacey Engle offers pro-tips for engaging in more meaningful conversations at work. You'll Learn: 1. Why pointless conversations are at the root of many business problems 2. How to have more efficient team meetings 3. How to handle strong emotions when communicating About Stacey: As President of Fierce Inc., a global leadership development and training company, Stacey Engle is obsessed with helping Fierce clients stay ahead of the curve. A strong innovator, she’s always connected—to clients, emerging trends and new opportunities. Stacey’s forward-thinking approach to sales and marketing reflects Fierce’s commitment to enriching lives and creating community, one conversation at a time. She relishes her role in bringing people together to have the conversations they most need to have. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep444 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Petr Ludwig shares his research-based strategies and tactics for overcoming procrastination.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Petr’s recipe for finding willpower in the moment2) How to find your ongoing motivation3) Why you should rest before you get tiredSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep443 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PETR — Petr Ludwig is a science popularizer, entrepreneur, and consultant for Fortune 500 companies. He is the author of the bestselling book The End of Procrastination, a book dedicated to overcoming the habit of putting off tasks and responsibilities. His book has been translated into more than 10 languages and sold hundreds of thousands of copies globally.Petr is the founder and CEO of the company Procrastination.com, which applies the latest scientific findings in neuroscience and behavioral economics to help individuals and companies in their sustainable growth. His core fields of interests are a purpose at work, value-based leadership, and critical thinking.• Petr’s Book: The End of Procrastination• Petr’s website: Procrastination.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: ClassPass• App: Cold Turkey• App: Freedom• App: Habit List• App: Headspace• App: Simple Habit• Resource: Google Scholar• Term: Hedonic adaptation• Term: Ikigai• Study: Stanford Prison Experiment• Study: Sugar and Willpower• Book: Give and Take by Adam Grant• Book: Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman• Prior episode: 317: How to Form Habits the Smart Way with BJ Fogg, PhD— THANK YOU SPONSORS! —• Enhance your customers’ digital experience with PantheonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dianna Booher shares invaluable advice on how to minimize your email inbox and write more effective and efficient emails.— YOU'LL LEARN —1) Just how much time you can save through email optimization2) How to reduce useless emails and optimize your inbox3) How to compose better emails in less time using the M-A-D-E structureSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep442 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DIANNA — Dianna Booher’s lifework has centered around communication. As author of 48 books, translated into 60 foreign language editions, she has traveled the globe, talking with clients and organizations on six continents about communication challenges they face at work and at home.Her firm works with organizations to help them communicate clearly. During her more than three decades at BooherResearch Institute and earlier at Booher Consultants, she and her team have provided communication training programs, coaching, and consulting to governmental agencies and more than one third of the Fortune 500 organizations.The national media frequently interview Booher for opinions on communication issues, and she blogs regularly for Microsoft, Forbes, and The CEO Magazine.• Dianna’s Book: “Faster, Fewer, Better Emails”— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Microsoft Office 365• Tool: Calendly• Tool: Basecamp• Tool: Asana• Tool: Workzone• Tool: Slack• Tool: Smartsheet• Tool: ShortKeys• Tool: Snipping tool• Book: “Traveling Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith” by Anne Lamott• Book: “Bird by Bird” by Anne LamottSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ruth Soukup shares the seven Fear Archetypes so you can better understand and conquer your particular fear.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to identify your Fear Archetype™️ and use that knowledge to conquer your fear2) How to seek out honest feedback3) How to develop courage to take the first step past fearSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep441 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RUTH — New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup is dedicated to helping people overcome fear and create a life they love. Through her blog, Living Well Spending Less, which reaches more than 1 million people each month, she encourages her readers to follow their dreams and reach their goals. She is also the founder of the Living Well Planner® and Elite Blog Academy®, as well as the author of five bestselling books. Her practical advice has been featured in numerous publications and news programs, including Women’s Day, Redbook, Family Circle and Fox News. Her Do It Scared® podcast launched on April 30, 2018 and her next book, Do It Scared®: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Obstacles, and Create a Life You Love (Harper Collins) will be available in May 2019.• Ruth’s book: Do It Scared: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Adversity, and Create a Life You Love  Ruth’s Website: RuthSoukup.com• Ruth’s Podcast: Do It Scared— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Do It Scared Assessment• Ruth’s Website: RuthSoukup.com• Ruth’s Podcast: Do It Scared• App: Freedom• App: Sleep Cycle• Book: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don’t by Jim Collins• Book: Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies by Jim CollinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stever Robbins shares how to break down skills into microskills...and shares which ones are worth building.   You'll Learn: A productivity power tool to help you accomplish almost everything Why to break down learning into microskills Essential microskills that will save you years of time   About Stever: Stever Robbins is a serial entrepreneur, top podcaster, and productivity expert. He co-founded the early internet success story FTP Software, served as COO of Building Blocks Interactive, CEO of JobTacToe.com, and has been an initial team member of ten start-ups, including four IPOs and three acquisitions. He currently runs Get-it-Done Groups™, which help people make extreme progress on important projects and habits. He was project manager at Intuit. He serves as business plan judge for the Harvard Business School business plan competition, the MIT $100K competition, and several other competitions. His Get-It-Done-Guy podcast has been downloaded more than 36 million times. He’s been interviewed in numerous publications and is the author of It Takes a Lot More than Attitude…to Build a Stellar Organization and Get-it-Done Guy’s 9 Steps to Work Less and Do More. Stever holds an MBA from the Harvard Business School and a BS in Computer Sciences from MIT.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep440 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Greene shares how you can identify valuable opportunities in any situation you find yourself in--even the crappy ones.   You'll Learn: How difficulties often indicate valuable opportunities Why analyzing your anxiety often yields valuable insight David’s salad story which reveals how to 8X your efficiency on certain tasks   About David: David Greene is the co-host of the BiggerPockets Podcast, author of "Long Distance Real Estate Investing: How To Buy, Rehab, and Manage Out Of State Rental Property,” online blog contributor, Keller Williams Rookie of the Year, and a top producing real estate agent in Northern CA. As a former police officer who started investing in real estate in 2009, David has built a portfolio of over 30 single family homes, as well as shares in large apartment complexes, mortgage notes, and note funds. David teaches free monthly seminars on real estate investing and has been featured on numerous real estate related podcasts. He runs GreeneIncome.com, a blog where he teaches others to build wealth through real estate, as well as "The David Greene Team"—and is one of the top Keller Williams agents in the East Bay.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep439 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sandy Rogers shares the three core principles required to earn the devotion of both customer and colleague.   You'll Learn: The 3 core loyalty principles of responsibility, empathy, and generosity How indifference can destroy loyalty The importance of weekly team huddles for reinforcing new behaviors   About Sandy: Sandy Rogers is the leader of FranklinCovey’s Loyalty Practice. He was previously Senior Vice President at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. During his 14 years there, Sandy managed the turnaround of the London, England operation and led the teams that developed Enterprise’s marketing strategy and system for improving customer service across all branches. Before Enterprise, Sandy worked in marketing at Apple Computer and at P&G. He is a graduate of Duke and Harvard Business School.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep438 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Michael Ungar shares insights from his decades-long research into resilience to reveal that it’s not about your ruggedness, but rather your resources.   You'll Learn: The true key to resilience A master checklist for upgrading your resilience How to change your mood by changing your environment   About Michael: Dr. Ungar is a Family Therapist and Professor of Social Work at Dalhousie University where he holds a national Research Chair in Child, Family and Community Resilience. Dr. Ungar has published over 180 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on the subject of resilience and is the author of 15 books for mental health professionals, researchers, employers and parents. These include Change Your World: The Science of Resilience and the True Path to Success, a book for adults experiencing stress at work and at home.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep400 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joseph Reagle shares handy research insights on hacking life optimally and safely.   You'll Learn: The question you need to ask when optimizing your life Why lifehacks should be taken in moderation How to use your own money  to hack your motivation   About Joseph: Joseph writes and teaches about digital communication and online communities. He’s an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Northeastern University. He’s also served as a fellow and faculty associate at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard. His doctoral dissertation was on the history and collaborative culture of Wikipedia. Joseph has appeared in media including The Economist and The New York Times.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep400 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary soccer player Kristine Lilly and researcher Dr. John Gillis share the 13 tactics of a powerhouse team, whether in sports or business.   You'll Learn: The 13 tactics that make a powerhouse team The most common mistakes teams make How to build trust in a team   About Kristine Kristine Lilly is an expert on effective teamwork. She consults with organizations, providing lessons gleaned from her remarkable career as a professional athlete. Lilly played midfielder for the United States Women’s National Soccer Team for over twenty-three years. This included five FIFA World Cups and three Olympic Games. She was inducted into the US Olympic Hall of Fame in 2012 and the US Soccer Hall of Fame in 2014. Before that, she won four national championships at The University of North Carolina. Kristine lives outside Boston with her husband, David Heavey, a Brookline firefighter. They “team together” to raise two amazing daughters, Sidney and Jordan.   About John Dr. John Gillis, Jr. facilitates executive leadership development using a dynamic business simulation for LeadershipX. As a management consultant, he has worked for IBM, Accenture, Center for Creative Leadership, and The Conference Board. He did his doctoral work at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education and Wharton Business School. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife Lynette and their four children: Jack, Rylan, Caroline, and Mary Claire.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep435 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Turnaround artist Guy Bell shares hard-won wisdom on why and how to establish the right number of rules for teams.You’ll Learn:1) How modern businesses value processes over people2) The problem with budgets3) Guy’s process for people buildingAbout GuyGuy Bell is an executive with decades of experience turning around struggling businesses. He’s also started up new businesses, acquired and on-boarded companies and led green field growth. He has held leadership roles in a wide variety of organizations, including equity-backed investments, public-traded companies and family-owned businesses.In each of these situations, Guy challenged himself with one simple question: “How can I empower my team to meet their full potential?”Guy is the author of Unlearning Leadership, which was named one of 10 leadership books that should be on your radar in 2019 by Inc Magazine.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored Message: ZipRecruiter is the smartest way to hireGuy’s website: guypbell.comGuy’s book: Unlearning LeadershipGuy’s email: [email protected]: Four Rules of FlightConcept: Day 1, Day 2Book: The Innovation BlindspotBook: Utopia for RealistsView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep434See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tom Ziglar shares best practices for motivation and goal-setting (AKA problem-solving).   You'll Learn: Why and how to articulate your “why” The seven-step Ziglar goal-setting/problem-solving system How to transform a bad habit into a good one   About Tom: Tom Ziglar is the proud son of Zig Ziglar and the CEO of Ziglar, Inc. He joined the Zig Ziglar corporation in 1987 and climbed from working in the warehouse to sales, to management, and then on to leadership. Today, he speaks around the world; hosts The Ziglar Show, one of the top-ranked business podcasts; and carries on the Ziglar philosophy, “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” He and his wife, have one daughter and reside in Plano, Texas.     View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep432 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Greg Bustin reveals his insights on decision-making gleaned from 52 inspiring historical events.   You'll Learn: The two things you need when making a decision The Seven F’s tool that can help you decide what you want How to fight cognitive bias   About Greg: For more than two decades, Greg has been skillfully counseling a diverse roster of innovative companies. He’s a trusted advisor to savvy CEOs and key leaders—steering three executive groups and providing one-on-one coaching as a Master Chair for Vistage International, the world’s largest CEO organization. Organizations around the world invite Greg to conduct private workshops and deliver thought-provoking keynote addresses on leadership, strategy, conflict resolution and Workplace Accountability. He’s been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, Financial Executive, and more.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep432 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sara Canaday highlights key places where conventional leadership wisdom needs to be replaced.   You'll Learn: A common leadership practice you should replace Why we should value soft intelligence as much as we value hard data How the bias for action can get in the way of progress   About Sara: Sara Canaday is a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author.  She works with leaders and high-potential professionals from organizations around the world to expand their capacity to innovate, influence, engage, and perform. Her new book, Leadership Unchained: Defy Conventional Wisdom for Breakthrough Performance, is now available on Amazon. For more information, please visit SaraCanaday.com.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep431 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeff Gargas shares best practices from teaching that every professional can use.   You'll Learn: Three links between classroom management and organizational management How to return to caring when you’re not feeling it How to reach the unreachable   About Jeff: Jeff Gargas is the COO and co-founder of the Teach Better Team (Creators of www.teachbetter.com, The Grid Method, and Teach Further). He works with educators to increase student engagement and improve student success. Prior to co-founding Teach Better, Jeff was the owner of ENI Multimedia, an online marketing firm, where he worked with entrepreneurs and small businesses, assisting them with web design, social media, content marketing, and brand awareness. Prior to all of this, Jeff was an adjunctive professor at Kent State University and spent 10+ years in the music industry. He has spoken at conferences around the country, and has successfully promoted more than 500 events and launched 7 businesses in a variety of industries.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep430 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former NAVY SEAL platoon commander and current entrepreneur Alden Mills walks through his CARE framework for teambuilding   You'll Learn: Four key steps to leading with CARE instead of fear The distinction between caring and comforting The high stakes associated with caring   About Alden: Alden Mills is a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander and was the CEO of Perfect Fitness. He is also a longtime entrepreneur, with over 40 patents and over 25 years of experience working on high-performance leadership, sales, and team-building.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep429 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writer Ellen Ruppel Shell shares thoughtful perspectives on work and its future in a time of radical change.  You'll Learn: Why no employer can give you meaning What people actually want in a job How and why to engage in job crafting About Ellen: Ellen Ruppel Shell is a correspondent for The Atlantic, and co-directs the graduate program in Science Journalism at Boston University. She has written for the New York Times, the Washington Post, The Guardian, The Smithsonian, Slate, the Los Angeles Times, the Boston Globe, O, Scientific American, and Science.   View transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/428-no-job-can-give-you-meaning-and-other-intruguing-insights-into-work-with-ellen-ruppel-shell/ High Brew Coffee discount code (one per customer): 20awesomeHBC See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tamara Loehr shares her perspective on work-live blending.   You'll Learn: Three steps for getting to the root of guilt Why you should go on an acquaintance diet How to optimally divide your time amongst competing priorities   About Tamara: Tamara Loehr is an Australian native, wife, and mother of two, who started her first business at the age of 19 after graduating college with a Bachelor of Visual Arts. Her ‘sweat equity’ model led her to winning a range of global awards. Loehr has become globally known as a leading wellness entrepreneur, growing her first business from under $1M annual turnover to over $10M in less than two years with no capital investment. She is proud to use her platform to share how people can have ‘blended’ lives without compromises.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep427 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Gassner Otting charts how one can be limitless by freeing yourself from other people’s expectations.   You'll Learn: The danger in carrying someone else’s “scorecard” of expectations What limitlessness looks and feels like Why to view purpose more broadly   About Laura: Laura speaks with change agents, entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and donors to get them past the doubt and indecision that consign their great ideas to limbo. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and catalytic perspective informed by decades of navigating change across the start-up, nonprofit, political, and philanthropic landscapes. She’s had boatloads of cool experience, from being a White House presidential appointee to founding her own organizations.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.