Eduardo Briceño discusses how to cultivate a growth mindset and maximize your learning.You’ll Learn:1) The tremendous impact of growth vs. fixed mindsets2) Common misconceptions about improving your skills3) The best practices for operating at peak performanceAbout EduardoEduardo is the Co-Founder & CEO of Mindset Works, the leading provider of growth mindset training services and programs. He started it in 2007 with Carol Dweck and others to help organizations develop learning-oriented cultures and systems. Eduardo regularly speaks at conferences and trainings for professionals and leaders. His TEDx talks have been viewed by millions of people. He studied engineering, business and education at Penn and Stanford, but most importantly, he continues to enjoy lifelong learning every day.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: HungryRoot delivers healthy comfort food. Enter code: “awesome” for $25 off for your first two ordersEduardo’s Company: MindsetWorksResearch: Differences in the brains of people with growth mindsets and fixed mindsetsResearch: Carol Dweck: The Effect of Praise on MindsetsPrior Episode: Episode 273: Taking Control of your Career with Korn Ferry’s Gary BurnisonBook: The Art of Happiness by the Dalai LamaTool: Poll EverywhereView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep316. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alan Willett shows how to lead with speed by measuring and tracking yourself, working smarter rather than longer, and having purpose. All the things that are need to stay competitive.You’ll Learn:1) How to work faster and smarter rather than longer2) Approaches to accelerate the decision making progress3) Why and how to let people “add an egg”About AlanAlan Willett is of the rare species who is an expert international consultant, speaker, and author. He has worked with companies ranging from 1 person to some of the giants such as Microsoft and NASA. Alan says that his passion is helping people and organizations transform their friction points into profit points. Alan defines a friction point as “the space where the business needs and the implementation reality collides.” There is always heat generated! Alan is the expert who transforms organizational friction points to produce positive results for the business and the people.Items Mentioned in this Show:Alan’s website: AlanWillett.comPrevious episode: Episode 114: Delivering Powerful Feedback for Powerful Results with Alan WillettAlan’s Book: Leading the UnleadableAlan’s Coaching: EmbraceFriction.comBook: The Essence of Value by Mario PrickenTool: Apple pencilView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep315. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Vanderkam gives her expert advice on feeling less busy, getting more done, and giving more value and meaning to your own time.   You'll Learn: How those who feel their time is “vast” spend their day How to draw more energy by acknowledging the three selves How to stretch your experience of time   About Laura: Laura is the author of several time management and productivity books, like Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done, I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think. Laura’s work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, City Journal, Fortune, and Fast Company. She has appeared on numerous television programs, radio segments, and has spoken about time and productivity to audiences of all sizes. Her TED talk, “How to gain control of your free time,” has been viewed more than 5 million times. She is the co-host, with Sarah Hart-Unger, of the podcast Best of Both Worlds.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep314 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thom Singer breaks open the Paradox of Potential to highlight where potential doesn’t equal results and what to do about it.   You'll Learn: How to identify the unique things holding you back The three things that always help achieve better results How to bring back purpose when it’s most needed   About Thom: As the host of the popular “Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do” podcast, Thom interviews business leaders, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and others who possess an extra dose of the entrepreneurial spirit. The information compiled from these compelling interviews is shared with his clients, as he challenges people to be more engaged and enthusiastic in all their actions. He has authored twelve books on the power of business relationships, sales, networking, presentation skills and entrepreneurship, and regularly speaks to corporate, law firm and convention audiences. He sets the tone for better engagement at industry events as the opening keynote speaker or the Master of Ceremonies. His Conference Catalyst Program has become a “meeting planners” favorite in how it transforms the conference attendee experience.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep313 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vince Molinaro diagnoses recurring problems in leaders today, the mindset of a great leader, and what it really takes to deliver accountable and transformative leadership.You’ll Learn:1) The four key terms of the leadership contract2) Why having tough conversations is so important3) Steps to being an accountable leader who gets the best out of peopleAbout VinceVince Molinaro experienced a defining moment early in his career when he saw a respected colleague and mentor succumb to a cancer she believed was the byproduct of a stressful, toxic work environment. As a result, Vince vowed to teach business leaders how to build successful organizations by increasing the accountability of their leaders. He’s a leadership adviser, speaker and an author of The Leadership Contract(Wiley), a New York Times and USA Today bestseller now in its third edition, and The Leadership Contract Field Guide, published in January 2018.Items Mentioned in this Show:Vince’s Book: The Leadership ContractVince Molinaro’s personal website: http://www.TheLeadershipContract.comVince’s Blog: Gut Check for LeadersBook: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap… and Others Don’t by James CollinsTim Ferris: 5-Bullet FridayView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep312. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Voss shares how FBI hostage negotiation approaches enable more effective, persuasive communication, in any field.You’ll Learn:1) The FBI 8 negotiation skills you can use at work2) Why yes is the last thing you want to hear3) The two words that immediately transform a negotiationAbout ChrisChris Voss is CEO of the Black Swan Group and author of the national best-seller “Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It,” which was named one of the seven best books on negotiation. A 24-year veteran of the FBI, Chris retired as the lead international kidnapping negotiator. Drawing on his experience in high-stakes negotiations, his company specializes in solving business communication problems using hostage negotiation solutions. Their negotiation methodology focuses on discovering the “Black Swans,” small pieces of information that have a huge effect on an outcome. Chris and his team have helped companies secure and close better deals, save money, and solve internal communication problems.Items Mentioned in this Show:Chris’s company: Black Swan GroupChris’s Book: Never Split the DifferenceBook: The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan HolidayBook: The Culture Code by Daniel CoyleBook: Start with No by Jim CampResearch: Marshmallow ChallengeNewsletter: The EdgePrior episode: 016: Going for No with Andrea WaltzView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep311.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tony Schwartz delves into principles of physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual energy expenditure and renewal for optimal performance.   You'll Learn: Why and how to manage your energy for performance Actionable ways to achieve high-positive energy Why you should work in 90-minute sprints   About Tony: Tony Schwartz is the CEO and founder of The Energy Project, a consulting firm that helps individuals and organizations solve intractable problems and add more value in the world by widening their world view. His clients include Google, Whole Foods, the National Security Agency, and the Los Angeles Police Department. Tony is considered one of the world’s thought leaders around sustainable high performance and building more human workplaces. He began his career as a journalist and has been a reporter for the New York Times, a writer for Newsweek, and a contributor to publications such as New York, Esquire, Vanity Fair, and Fast Company. His book The Power of Full Engagement spent 28 weeks on the New York Times best-seller List.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep310 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PwC employees Karlo Siriban and Anne Donovan share their story of preventing burnout within themselves and transforming a whole work environment to prevent it for others.   You'll Learn: Key signs that burnout is looming near How to talk to your boss about your burnout How PwC rolled out a broad flexibility initiative and saw retention soar   About Karlo & Anne Karlo Siriban transforms businesses. He understand companies' missions and develop strategies to achieve and frameworks to execute their visions successfully. He is a strategic, creative thinker, not afraid to challenge the status quo to achieve more effective and efficient results. Anne Donovan is the U.S. People Innovation Leader at PwC. She’s responsible for strategy and innovation around culture change. She has a strong background in operational effectiveness and in engaging and supporting the firm and its people in leading positive change, including a variety of initiatives related to the work environment, workforce demographics and business model change.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep309 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Software founder and CEO Allen Gannett shares the critical components of successful ideas–and how to create more of them.You’ll Learn:1) The two fundamental human desires that come together in winning innovations2) Little things to tweak to make your offering a smashing success3) The four laws of the creative curveAbout AllenAllen Gannett is the founder and CEO of TrackMaven, a marketing analytics platform whose clients have included Microsoft, Marriott, Saks Fifth Avenue, Home Depot, Aetna, Honda, and GE. He has been on the “30 Under 30” lists for both Inc. and Forbes. He is a contributor for FastCompany.com and author of The Creative Curve, on how anyone can achieve moments of creative genius, from Currency, a division of Penguin Random House. He was also once a very pitiful runner-up on Wheel of Fortune.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: ZipRecruiter is the smartest way to hireSponsored message: HungryRoot delivers healthy comfort food. Enter code: “awesome” for $25 off for your first two ordersSurvey on the best episodesAllen’s Book: The Creative CurveAllen’s Marketing Analytics Software: TrackMavenAllen’s Personal website: Allen.xyzBook: I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit SethiYoutube video: Samuel Jackson calling people to see Snakes on a PlaneVloggers: Casey Neistat and Connor FrantaPrevious episode: 063: The Optimal Time for Everything with Dr. Michael BreusBook: The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben HorowitzResearch: The Attitudinal Effects of Mere ExposureApplication: BoomerangView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep308. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carmine Gallo discusses the ancient power of persuasion and shows how it can make you irresistible and irreplaceable in the workplace today.   You'll Learn: Why storytelling is key in any field of work The 2000-year-old formula for persuasion that still works today The brain hack that Steve Jobs, Leonardo da Vinci, and Picasso used to unlock their best ideas   About Carmine: Carmine Gallo is an influential communications expert, Harvard instructor, and bestselling author of  Talk Like TED  The Storyteller's Secret, and his new book Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Great. As a popular keynote speaker, Gallo teaches CEOs and leaders to deliver dynamic presentations and share inspiring stories that sell products, grow brands and inspire change. He writes regularly for Forbes.com and Inc.com.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep307 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Mike Dow speaks on how to keep your brain healthy and continuously improve its functionality.   You'll Learn: Key foods that keep your brain healthy The types and benefits of different Omega-3s How and why to practice mindfulness every day   About Mike: Dr. Mike Dow is a psychotherapist, bestselling author, brain health expert and television personality. Inspired by his brother who suffered a massive stroke when he was just 10 years old, Dr. Mike made it his personal mission to help others in their quest for health and happiness. In his new book, Heal Your Drained Brain: Naturally Relieve Anxiety, Combat Insomnia, and Balance Your Brain in Just 14 Days (Hay House), he shares information, actionable steps and guidance to naturally relieve anxiety, combat insomnia, and balance your brain in just 14 days. Dr. Mike has hosted series on TLC, E!, VH1 and Investigation Discovery. He is a recurring guest co-host on The Doctors, one of The Dr. Oz Show core experts and makes regular appearances on Today, Good Morning America, Rachael Ray, The Talk and more. Dr. Mike holds a Master of Science degree in marriage and family therapy and a doctorate in psychology. Other bestselling books include The Brain Fog Fix and Healing the Broken Brain.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep306 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Student Maid’s Kristen Hadeed shares her numerous leadership mistakes, how to learn fast, and inspire employees so much they clean toilets with a smile.   You'll Learn: When and how to deliver critical feedback The detrimental effects of praise The power of vulnerability to grow an inspired workforce   About Kristen: Kristen is the Founder and CEO of Student Maid, a student-powered cleaning company in Florida. She helps organizations make a lasting, meaningful impact on people by creating environments in which they thrive. Her first book, “Permission To Screw Up,” tells the stories of her biggest mistakes in leadership. She hopes to inspire other leaders to share their “perfectly imperfect” stories of success to empower people with the knowledge that even if they screw up, they can still make it. Kristen and Student Maid have been featured in news outlets including PBS, FOX Inc., NBC, TIME and Forbes. Her first TED Talk has received nearly three million hits on YouTube.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep305 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joseph Liu gives practical tips and guidelines for career transitioning, dealing with counteroffers, and avoiding burning professional bridges.   You'll Learn: Key indicators that it’s time to resign. Why it matters to resign well Numerous reasons why NOT to accept a counteroffer   About Joseph: Joseph Liu is a career change consultant, certified coach, and host of the Career Relaunch podcast, featured as a top business podcast for entrepreneurs in Forbes, the “best podcast for transitioning to a new career” in Glassdoor, and a top podcast to "help you find a job” in Business Insider. The podcast has listeners in over 100 countries and has received unanimous 5-star ratings, and has ranked as a Top 30 career podcast in the US & UK on Apple Podcasts. Tapping into my 10 years’ international corporate branding experience at Fortune 500 companies like Clorox & General Mills, Joseph now coaches professionals to change careers and relaunch their personal brands. He’s served as a speaker for various conferences and organisations including TEDx, MarketingWeek Live, London Business School, Cambridge Business School, Oxford Business School, and General Assembly. Joseph has also been featured in publications like Forbes, HuffPost, Fast Company, The Muse, Monster, SUCCESS Magazine, Credit Sesame, CEO Blog Nation, and Career Builder.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep304 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fred Kofman shares how to unlock the power of purpose to strengthen your team and drive better performance.   You'll Learn: The first hurdle to working in a group How to find the inspiration in your work How to solve the problem of disinformation   About Fred: Fred Kofman is a Leadership Advisor at Google and former vice president of executive development and leadership philosopher at LinkedIn, where he worked with the top CEO's and executives around the world. Born in Argentina, Kofman came to the United States as a graduate student, where he earned his PhD in advanced economic theory at U.C. Berkeley. He taught management accounting and finance at MIT for six years before forming his own consulting company, Axialent, and teaching leadership workshops for corporations such as General Motors, Chrysler, Shell, Microsoft, and Citibank. At its height, his company had 150 people and created and taught programs to more than 15,000 executives. Sheryl Sandberg writes about him in her book Lean In, claiming Kofman "will transform the way you live and work."   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep303 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bruce Tulgan makes the case for why it’s good to be the boss and the massive business costs of under-management. He also reveals the true definition of micromanagement and empowerment.   You'll Learn: Why and how to avoid ‘managing on autopilot’ The central importance of regular one-on-one meetings How to use the ‘Manager’s Landscape’ tool   About Bruce: Bruce Tulgan is internationally recognized as the leading expert on young people in the workplace and one of the leading experts on leadership and management. Bruce is a best-selling author, an adviser to business leaders all over the world, and a sought-after keynote speaker and management trainer. Bruce has spent decades working with tens of thousands of leaders and managers in hundreds of organizations ranging from Aetna to Wal-Mart to the U.S. Army. Bruce has received Toastmasters International’s most prestigious honor, the Golden Gavel. He’s written numerous books and his writing has also appeared in dozens of magazines and newspapers such as the Harvard Business Review, BusinessWeek, HR Magazine, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, and USA Today.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep302 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

David Okuniev shares his knowledge in getting the right input from respondents, and gives tips on dealing with data collection and analysis.You’ll Learn:1) How to get the best possible input from your respondents2) Three questions to gain good insight from users3) Smart moves when drawing analysis from responsesAbout DavidDavid Okuniev is the co-founder & joint CEO @ Typeform and a Product designer. His specialties include expertise in User Interface Design, User Experience Design, Graphic Design, Creative & technical direction.Items Mentioned in this Show:Career decision-making course: Do I Stay or GoData collection tool: TypeformAnalytical approach: Thematic AnalysisBook: Introduction to Qualitative Research by Uwe FlickBook: Qualitative Data Analysis: An Expanded Sourcebook by Matthew B. Miles, A. Michael HubermanDesigner: Paul RandAuthor: Bill BrysonTool: SketchBlog: Typeform blogView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep301. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Celebrity voice coach Roger Love shares the keys that make your voice sound more engaging, authentic, confident, and powerful.   You'll Learn: Why you should put the music back into your speaking voice One big vocal mistake you might be making – and how to fix it How to modulate your voice to bring across a clearer message   About Roger: Roger Love is recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on voice. No other vocal coach in history has been more commercially successful in both the speaking and singing fields. Roger has vocally produced more than 150 million CD sales worldwide and written four top-selling books. Roger coaches singers such as Gwen Stefani, John Mayer, and Selena Gomez, as well as speakers like Anthony Robbins, and Simon Sinek. He also coaches screen personalities such as Bradley Cooper, Will Ferrell, Reese Witherspoon, Jeff Bridges, Angelina Jolie, and Joaquin Phoenix. Roger was the vocal coach to the mega-hit TV show GLEE, and vocal coached the Academy Award winning films, Walk The Line and Crazy Heart. Roger is the President of Voiceplace, an interactive media company that specializes in voice-related content for educational and entertainment purposes.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep300 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Founder of Big Interview, Pam Skillings, breaks down what makes an interview successful and how to best up your interview game.   You'll Learn: How to prepare without over preparing The best answers to the most commonly-occurring interview questions Your secret weapon for any interview   About Pam: Pamela Skillings is an author, entrepreneur, and career coach who  specializes in helping people find success and fulfillment in their dream careers. Her company, Skillful Communications, provides career coaching and training for individuals and training and development consulting for companies and organizations. Big Interview is her online job interview training system that helps clients ace their interviews and land big job offers. She is also the author of Escape from Corporate America: A Practical Guide to Creating the Career of Your Dreams (Random House) and has been featured as a career expert by The New York Times, Newsweek, ABC News, and other media outlets . Additionally, she is an adjunct professor at New York University and a contributing columnist for About.com and other publications.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep299 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric Barker busts the myths and uncovers truths behind some of the most popular maxims.   You'll Learn: How alignment is a genuine key to success Why valedictorians don’t necessarily shape the world How to operate like a Navy Seal   About Eric Eric Barker’s humorous, practical blog, "Barking Up the Wrong Tree", presents science-based answers and expert insight on how to be awesome at life. Over 320,000 people subscribe to his weekly newsletter and his content is syndicated by Time Magazine, The Week, and Business Insider. He has been featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic Monthly, and the Financial Times. Eric is also a sought-after speaker and interview subject, and has given talks at MIT, Yale, Google, United States Military Central Command (CENTCOM), NASDAQ, and the Olympic Training Center.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep298 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Bungay Stanier returns to talk about become more coach-like by staying curious longer and giving advice a bit more slowly. You'll learn: 1. Why we more naturally give advice rather than ask questions 2. The questions effective coaches ask 3. How to deal with the uncoachable About Michael: Michael Bungay Stanier is the founder of Box of Crayons, a company best known for teaching 10-minute coaching so that busy managers can build stronger teams and get better results. On the way to founding Box of Crayons in 2002, Michael lived in Australia, England, the United States and Canada, his current home. He has written a number of books. His latest, the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Coaching Habit, has sold over 350,000 copies. It has been praised as one of the few business books that actually makes people laugh out loud. He was the first Canadian Coach of the Year, is a Rhodes Scholar, and was recently recognized as the #3 Global Guru in coaching. Balancing out these moments of success, Michael was banned from his high school graduation for “the balloon incident,” was sued by one of his law school lecturers for defamation, and his first published piece of writing was a Harlequin romance short story called “The Male Delivery.”   View show notes, transcript, and links at https://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep297 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Korn Ferry partner Julie Forman shares how to leverage recruiters and executive search consultants as you manage your career.   You'll Learn: Pro-tips for becoming more visible to recruiters Do’s and don’ts when speaking with recruiters When a pay bump isn’t worth it   About Julie: Julie Forman is a Partner with Executive Search Firm, Korn Ferry International where she is a member of the Firm’s Global Industrial practice and Marketing Center of Excellence. She joined Korn Ferry following a 15 years career with GE where she’s held senior roles on both the Industrial and Capital sides with her last position being Head of Strategic Marketing for GE in Canada. She focuses today on recruitment and leadership consulting mandates for industrial organizations going through critical inflection points requiring upscaling of strategic capabilities, shift in focus and transformational leadership. She is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt and Change Management Coach.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep296 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melissa Dahl discusses embracing awkward moments and turning them into valuable learning experiences.You’ll Learn:1) When self-consciousness can be helpful2) A quick exercise to instantly make you feel less self-conscious3) How to effectively navigate an awkward conversationAbout MelissaMelissa Dahl is a senior editor at New York Magazine’s The Cut, where she leads the health and psychology coverage. In 2014, she helped launch Science of Us, NYMag’s popular social science website. Her writing interests include personality, emotions, and mental health. Outside of New York Magazine, Melissa’s byline has appeared in Elle, Parents, and the New York Times.Items Mentioned in this Show:Career decision course: Do I Stay or GoCourse video previews: Video 1, Video 2, and Video 3Melissa’s Book: Cringe Worthy: A Theory of AwkwardnessWebsite: The CutResearch: Get Excited: Reappraising Pre-Performance Anxiety as ExcitementBook: Bird by Bird: Some instructions on Writing and Life by Anne LamottTool: SlackResearch: The effects of bedtime writing on difficulty falling asleep: A polysomnographic study comparing todo lists and completed activity listsView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep295. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Founder of The Accidental Creative, Todd Henry, shares lessons learned from managing creative employees AKA “herding tigers.”   You'll Learn: Why bounded autonomy produces the best creative results The right--and wrong--way to provide feedback on creative output How you may be subtly eroding trust   About Todd: Todd Henry teaches leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance. He is the author of four books (The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, and Herding Tigers) which have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and he speaks and consults across dozens of industries on creativity, leadership, and passion for work. His book Die Empty was named by Amazon.com as one of the best books of 2013. His latest book, Herding Tigers, is about what creative people need from their leader, and how to give it to them.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep294 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Denise Dudley goes deep on the science and practice of optimizing your body language for making a powerful impression at work.   You'll Learn: How to smile more genuinely Postures for enhanced communication The powerful impact of speaking with a lower pitch   About Denise: Denise Dudley is a professional trainer and keynote speaker, author, business consultant, and founder and former CEO of SkillPath Seminars, the largest public training company in the world, which provides 18,000 seminars per year, and has trained over 12 million people in the US, Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Denise holds a Ph.D. in behavioral psychology, a hospital administrator's license, a preceptor for administrators-in-training license, and is licensed to provide training to medical professionals in the United States and Canada. She's also a certified AIDS educator, a licensed field therapist for individuals with agoraphobia, and a regularly featured speaker on the campuses of many universities across the US, and the author of Simon and Schuster’s best-selling audio series, “Making Relationships Last.”  Denise speaks all over the world on a variety of topics, including management and supervision skills, leadership, assertiveness, communication, personal relationships, interviewing skills, and career readiness.  Denise’s latest book, “Work it! Get in, Get noticed, Get promoted,” is currently available on Amazon.com, and is receiving all 5-star customer reviews.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep293 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meditation teacher Oren Jay Sofer discusses the vastly positive impact of adopting a meditation practice.   You'll Learn: The top three evidence-based benefits of mindfulness practice How a one-minute pause can make a huge difference How to train your brain for greater attention   About Oren: Oren Jay Sofer is Senior Program Developer at Mindful Schools and Founder of Next Step Dharma, offering online courses on meditation in daily life. He is a member of the Spirit Rock Teacher’s Council, a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for healing trauma.  His work has been featured on apps such as 10% Happier and Simple Habit. Oren holds a degree in Comparative Religion from Columbia University, and is author of Say What you Mean: A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep292 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bluefish founder Steve Sims shares the approaches that enable him to create legendary experiences for his exclusive clientele.You’ll Learn:1) How Steve got the Pope to drop by and bless his client’s wedding2) The magic question that unleashes possibilities3) How relationships are like oak treesAbout SteveSteve Sims is is the visionary founder of Bluefish: the world¹s first luxury concierge company that delivers the highest level of personalized travel, transportation, and cutting-edge entertainment services to corporate executives, celebrities, professional athletes, and other discerning individuals interested in living life to its fullest. He has been invited to speak to MBA students at Harvard (twice), has spoken at the Pentagon, and has been featured in major media all around the world: From The Sunday Times and China Post, to The Wall Street Journal. You can learn more at stevedsims.com.Items Mentioned in this Show:Steve’s Website: SteveDSims.comSteve’s Company: BluefishSteve’s Book: BluefishingBook series: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series by Stieg LarssonView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep290. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Executive Whisperer” Cassandra Frangos outlines what it takes to become a Chief Something Officer and how to garner needed  support along the way.   You'll Learn: When to follow—and when to disrupt— company culture One thing our listeners and most CEOs have in common How to pick up on social cues that can make or break your career   About Cassandra: Cassandra Frangos, Ed.D., is a consultant on Spencer Stuart’s Leadership Advisory Services team. She collaborates with Fortune 500 leadership teams on executive assessments, succession planning, leadership development and top team effectiveness.Previously, Cassandra was the head of the global executive talent practice at Cisco, where she was responsible for accelerating the readiness of the talent at all levels of the organization to transform the business and culture. Through partnerships with the executive team, she deployed innovative approaches to organization design, succession planning, assessment, coaching and development programs to drive business results and innovation. She also played an integral role in the 2015 succession planning for Cisco’s CEO, one of the most respected and longest-tenured CEOs in the tech industry.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep289 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Coffee shop guru & latte art champion Chris Deferio speaks on leading people who are at their first “real job” and keys to thriving in a chaotic environment.   You'll Learn: Best approaches for managing first timers How to offer feedback so it’s received well Tips on how to keep sane and focused in a chaotic environment   About Chris: Chris Deferio is the host and producer of the Keys to the Shop podcast. He lives in Louisville, KY with his wife and son and has been in professional coffee service for 17 years. He provides training, consultations, and wisdom to owners, managers, and employees across cafes worldwide. His podcast is dedicated to the success of coffee shops and the professionals that make them work.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep288 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emily Thompson and Kathleen Shannon of Being Boss talk setting intentions and the importance of boundaries.   You'll Learn: The benefits of creating monthly intentions How to set boundaries – and stick to them How to have healthy dialogue with your boss   About Emily and Kathleen: Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson, self-proclaimed “business besties” and hosts of the top-ranked podcast “Being Boss,” know what it takes to launch a business, do the work, and be boss in work and life. Both successful independent business owners, Emily and Kathleen started the podcast in January of 2015 to talk shop and share their combined expertise with other creative entrepreneurs.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep287 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CEO advisor Whitney Johnson shares her insights into optimizing individual learning and team innovation via thoughtful smart disruption placement along a learning curve.   You'll Learn: How to optimize each stage of learning The three key stages of your learning curve The importance of ‘hiring’ the right boss   About Whitney: CEO advisor and frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review, Whitney Johnson, has over one million followers on Linkedin. She is the author of the critically-acclaimed Disrupt Yourself: Putting the Power of Disruptive Innovation to Work (2015). She was an award-winning Wall Street analyst and co-founded the Disruptive Innovation Fund with Clayton Christensen. She is a frequent keynote speaker on disruption, and has been recognized as one of the world's most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 and Fortune. She also hosts the weekly Disrupt Yourself podcast and is an original cohort member of the Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep286 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Terra Winston sheds light to the main pieces of getting promoted: learning precisely who promotes you and what they value.   You'll Learn: The two major considerations for anyone who wants to be promoted Goal-setting considerations to align yourself with your boss’s needs Why and how to promote yourself   About Terra: Terra Winston is the Ringleader of inTerractions and Principal of inTerract Consulting.  For over 20 years she has impacted thousands of people through her leadership programs and coaching.  A life-long learner, she has channeled her passions into success in multiple arenas, from engineering to HR, from Corporate America to entrepreneurship.  Terra holds a BS in Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia, an MBA from Stanford, coaching certification from CTI, and a not-so-secret passion for Doctor Who.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep285 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stanford instructor Dr. Leah Weiss discusses how mindfulness training can translate to tangible results in the workplace.You’ll Learn:1) How to practice the intentional use of your attention2) Pro tips for taking productive breaks3) Handy tools for setting your personal purposeAbout LeahLeah Weiss, PhD, is a researcher, professor, consultant, and author. She teaches courses on compassionate leadership at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and is principal teacher and founding faculty for Stanford’s Compassion Cultivation Program, conceived by the Dalai Lama. She also directs Compassion Education and Scholarship at HopeLab, an Omidyar Group research and development nonprofit focused on resilience. She lives in Palo Alto, California with her husband and three children.Items Mentioned in this Show:Leah’s website: LeahWeissPhd.comLeah’s book: How We WorkPrior episode: 044: Calming the Voice Inside Your Head with Dan HarrisBook: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklBook: The Lorax by Dr. SeussBook: This is Water by David Foster WallaceTechnique: PomodoroView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep284. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlie Harary explores how to adjust your recurring thought patterns to find your greatness, enhance emotional wellbeing, and enjoy work more everyday.You’ll Learn:1) How to react to the world in a more empowered way2) Two innate needs you must fulfill to be satisfied3) Approaches to growing more everydayAbout CharlieCharlie Harary is an author and internationally known speaker sought out for his lectures, seminars and keynote addresses on business intelligence, performance management and personal empowerment. He is the Senior Director of Capital Markets at RXR Realty, a multi-billion dollar real estate company based in New York. He hosts a weekly radio show on the NSN radio network and the Unlocking Greatness podcast. Upon its launch in 2015, Unlocking Greatness made it to the Top 10 on iTunes’ New & Noteworthy Business Podcasts list. Harary is an adjunct clinical professor of management and entrepreneurship at the Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University. He received his J.D. from Columbia Law School where he was awarded the James Kent Scholar and the Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Document Standard Operating Procedures with SweetProcessCharlie’s Website: CharlieHarary.comCharlie’s Book: Unlocking Greatness Charlie’s Podcast: Unlocking GreatnessBook: Outliers by Malcolm GladwellBook: Flow by Mihaly CsikszentmihalyiTheory: Self-Determination TheoryDocumentary: Tom Verses TimeStudy: Rosenthal EffectTheory: Ego depletionView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep283. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Neen James shares best practices for directing our attention toward meaningful priorities.   You'll Learn: The fifteen minutes per day that can change everything Strategies for selecting the worthiest goals How we often fail to pay good attention to people   About Neen: Neen James is the author of Folding Time™ and Attention Pays™. Named one of Top 30 Leadership Speakers by Global Guru several years in a row because of her work with companies including Viacom, Comcast, and Abbot Pharmaceuticals. Boundless energy, quick-witted with powerful strategies for paying attention to what matters, Neen shares how to get more done and create more significant moments at work, and home.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep282 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World Series of Poker champion Annie Duke shares her insights into making better, more informed decisions in an unpredictable world.   You'll Learn: How thinking in bets reframes your decision-making Why to distinguish between the quality and outcome of a decision Three fun rules for better decision-making groups   About Annie: Annie Duke is a woman who has leveraged her expertise in the science of smart decision making to excel at pursuits as varied as championship poker to public speaking. For two decades, Annie was one of the top poker players in the world. In 2004, she bested a field of 234 players to win her first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. The same year, she triumphed in the $2 million winner-take-all, invitation-only WSOP Tournament of Champions. In 2010, she won the prestigious NBC National Heads-Up Poker Championship. Prior to becoming a professional poker player, Annie was awarded the National Science Foundation Fellowship. Because of this fellowship, she studied Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep281 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kim Powell of ghSMART shares research insights from her book, The CEO Next Door, and misconceptions, patterns, and best practices in improving your odds of ascent.You’ll Learn:1) Where likability can help you–and hurt you.2) The 4 critical behaviors linked to successful CEOs3) Brilliant CEO tactics to accelerate your decision-makingAbout KimKim Powell is a Principal at ghSMART. She serves leading Fortune 500 senior executives, private equity firms and non-profit leaders in the areas of management assessment, leadership coaching and organizational change. She co-leads ghSMART’s research on first time CEOs and is passionate about supporting leaders in accelerating their effectiveness in new roles.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Document Standard Operating Procedures with SweetProcessKim’s firm: ghSMARTKim’s Book: The CEO Next Door with Elena L. BotelhoBook: NurtureShock by Po Bronson and Ashley MerrymanBook: Untangled by Lisa DamourBook: Mindset by Carol S. DweckApp: StridesPrior episode: 030: Optimal Practices for Prioritizing, Hiring, and Relating with ghSMART’s Randy StreetView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep280. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Award-winning professor Dan Cable shares his research insights on our “seeking systems” and how our engagement with them largely determine whether we feel alive at work.   You'll Learn: The work we’re biologically hard-wired to enjoy How to rev up your aliveness using the three key triggers A one-hour intervention that reduces attrition by over 30%   About Dan: Dan Cable is Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School. Dan’s areas of teaching, research, and consulting include employee engagement, leading change, organisational culture and its effects on sustained competitive advantage, leadership development and mindset, and the linkage between brands and employee behaviors.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep279 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Morten Hansen shares the striking results from his multi-year study that identified the seven factors that explain 66% of the difference between low- and high-performing employees.   You'll Learn: The seven key practices that outperformers do How to work less while accomplishing more How to win your colleagues over to collaborate better   About Morten: Formerly a professor at Harvard Business School and INSEAD (France), professor Hansen holds a PhD from Stanford Business School, where he was a Fulbright scholar. His academic research has won several prestigious awards, and he is ranked as one of the world’s most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50. Morten Hansen was also a manager at the Boston Consulting Group, where he advised corporate clients worldwide. Morten travels the world to give keynotes and help companies and people become great at work. He is the coauthor (with Jim Collins) of the New York Times bestseller Great by Choice and the author of the highly acclaimed Collaboration and Great at Work.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep278 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fascinating achiever Danny Dover shares how we can unlock similar achievements in our own careers and lives.You’ll Learn:1) How and why to set binary goals with zero wiggle room2) How to eliminate distractions, ruthlessly yet tactfully3) Approaches to rediscover your motivationAbout DannyIn 2010, Danny Dover assigned a deadline of May 25, 2017, to his life. He was tired of hearing about other people’s exciting lives and decided to jump-start his own by taking steps to actually live as if the end was in sight. He tattooed his deadline on his butt and made the sole purpose of his life to complete his Life List (a list of more than 150 life goals). While pursuing his list, he inadvertently became a minimalist in order to gain the necessary focus to create a more meaningful life. This seemingly small change in mindset (which he later detailed in the book The Minimalist Mindset) dramatically changed his life for the better.As of 2017, Dover has completed his entire Life List (which included living alone in the wilderness for a month, traveling to nearly 100 countries, mountain climbing in Antarctica, becoming a best-selling author, etc.)Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Document Standard Operating Procedures with SweetProcessDanny’s Website: Life ListedDanny’s Book: The Minimalist MindsetSome videos that inspire Danny: This is Water by David Foster Wallace and Gunther Holtorf’s 23 year road tripApp: Cliff NotesApp: InboxZeroApp: SaneBoxBook: The Alchemist by Paolo CoelhoOrganization: HOBY, Hugh O’Brian Youth LeadershipSystem: Glicko-2System: EloWebsite: Chess.comPrior episode: 146: Accessing Your Brain’s Hidden Potential with Dr. Barbara OakleyView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep277. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Grodnik shares why he loves hearing no, how to respond rejection, and what to do when being ghosted.   You'll Learn: Why no is not the end but only the beginning The prescription to overcome your fear of rejection How to reframe a no   About Alex: Alex began his career as an analyst at JPMorgan Private Bank. After completing the program, he moved into investment banking at Houlihan Lokey in their restructuring group. Alex went on to work at a pioneering digital media firm before getting his MBA at UCLA Anderson. Alex grew up in Park City, Utah and loves to ski and golf.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep276 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mary Abbajay shares how to manage up, understand who your boss is, and adapt to different personality types.You’ll Learn:1) One tiny, yet powerful, thing you can do to differentiate yourself from 99% of employees2) Obstacles to managing up3) Strategies for dealing with difficult bossesAbout MaryMary Abbajay is the president and co-founder of Careerstone Group, LLC, a woman-owned, full service organizational and leadership development consultancy that delivers leading-edge talent and organizational development solutions to the public and private sectors. She currently serves on the regional Market President’s Board of BB&T Bank. She was Chairman of the Board for Leadership Greater Washington where she led the adult Signature program, the Youth Leadership Program and the Rising Leaders Program. Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Abby Connect answers your calls when you can’t.Mary on Twitter: @maryabbajayWebsite: Careerstone GroupBook: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale HurstonCompany: Toledo LoungeThe Pomodoro TechniqueView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep275. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Edmonds returns to talk about crafting a culture of civility in the workplace.You’ll Learn:1) Troubling research pointing to incivility on the rise2) The 3 Ds that destroy civility3) A reframe on blameAbout ChrisChris Edmonds is a sought-after speaker, author, and executive consultant who is the founder and CEO of The Purposeful Culture Group. After a 15-year executive career leading high performing teams, Chris began his consulting company in 1990. He has also served as a senior consultant with The Ken Blanchard Companies since 1995. Chris is one of Inc. Magazine’s 100 Great Leadership Speakers and was a featured presenter at SXSW 2015.Chris is the author of the The Culture Engine, the best seller Leading At A Higher Level with Ken Blanchard, and five other books. Chris’ blog, podcasts, research, and videos can be found at Driving Results Through Culture. Thousands of followers enjoy his daily quotes on organizational culture, servant leadership, and workplace inspiration on Twitter at @scedmonds. Visit his website at www.drivingresultsthroughculture.com. Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Abby Connect answers your calls when you can’t.Chris’ Website: DrivingResultsThroughCulture.comChris’ Book: The Culture EngineChris’ prior episode: 149: Getting Consistently Good Behavior with S. Chris EdmondsBook: The One Minute Manager by Kenneth Blanchard & Spencer JohnsonBook: The Optimistic Workplace by Shawn MurphyView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep274. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Korn Ferry’s CEO Gary Burnison talks about the importance of learning agility and areas to consider when evaluating a potential job offer.   You'll Learn: Which skills predict success--and which are 200X harder to develop than others New rules of thumb on timelines that suggest “job hopping” vs “getting stale” Why happiness is central to your career strategy   About Gary: Gary D. Burnison is the Chief Executive Officer of Korn Ferry, the preeminent global people, and organizational advisory firm. Korn Ferry helps leaders, organizations, and societies succeed by releasing the full power and potential of people. Its nearly 7,000 colleagues deliver services through Korn Ferry and its Hay Group and Futurestep divisions. Mr. Burnison is also a member of the Firm’s Board of Directors.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep273   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Treehouse founder and CDO Ryan Carson shares lessons learned from helping thousands of professionals pick up new skills. We talk about the proper mental state, being realistic about your calendar, and how new confidence emerges.You’ll Learn:1) The number one thing that stops people from learning2) How to embrace the discomfort that comes from learning3) Just how long it takes to learn coding, anyhowAbout Ryan Ryan Carson is the CEO and Founder of Treehouse, where their mission is to bring effective, valuable and accessible technology education to everyone so they can change their lives and change the world.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Save on shipping with Pitney BowesRyan’s business: TreehouseWebsite: CodecademyBook: Ego is The Enemy by Ryan HolidayBook: Grit by Angela DuckworthBook: How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale CarnegieBook: Speed of Trust by Franklin CoveySystem: Bullet JournalView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep272. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jason Treu shows how to encourage strong and meaningful connections.You’ll Learn:1) Easy ways to facilitate more meaningful connections at work2) How to address your blindspots more quickly3) Questions to cultivate empathyAbout JasonJason is a top business and executive coach. He’s a leading expert on human behavior, influence, sales, networking and leadership. At the heart of his strategy is the understanding that people and your relationships are your true “wealth.” Everything we accomplish in life is with or through other people.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored Message: Document Standard Operating Procedures with SweetProcessJason’s Website: JasonTreu.comList of questions from the Arthur Aron study as published in The New York TimesAuthor: Maya AngelouAuthor: Brené BrownView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep271. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Scott Mautz introduces the nine anti-muses and provides strategies for regaining inspiration at work.   You'll Learn: The difference between inspiration and motivation The nine anti-muses that drain inspiration from your work life Five ways to reframe the fear of failure   About Scott: Scott Mautz is a popular keynote speaker and author of "Find the Fire: Ignite Your Inspiration and Make Work Exciting Again". He's a Procter & Gamble veteran who successfully ran several of the company’s largest multi-billion dollar businesses. He's the CEO of Profound Performance LLC (a keynote, coaching, and training company), teaches at Indiana University, and has been named a "Top 50 Leadership Innovator" by Inc., where he also writes a weekly column for the national publication. He’s appeared in Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur, and many other national publications and podcasts.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep270 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#1 Medium writer Benjamin Hardy makes the case for why and how to shape our environments to support success.   You'll Learn: How to use the sunk cost fallacy to your advantage The definition of a forcing function and how to apply them at work Why pen and paper beats digital journaling   About Benjamin: Since late 2015, Benjamin has been the #1 writer on Medium.com. Ben’s writing focuses on self-improvement, motivation, and entrepreneurship. His writing is fueled by personal experiences, self-directed education, and formal education. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Clemson University. His research focuses on the psychological differences of wannabe entrepreneurs and actual entrepreneurs (dreamers vs. doers).   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep269 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former undercover detective and Big Brother winner Derrick Levasseur teaches you how to make use of his detective undercover skills in workplace environments to succeed in your job or profession and win life’s game.   You'll Learn: How to identify 5 key profiles of people in the workplace How to motivate different kinds of people, differently How to use silence to extract additional information   About Derrick: Derrick Levasseur is an investigator, author, speaker, and TV personality, with a demonstrated history of working in law enforcement and the entertainment industry. Derrick is a former undercover detective and the winner of his season of the TV series Big Brother.   He’s been called one of the best to have ever played the game. Derrick specializes in using and sharing undercover techniques in real-world applications.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep268 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.