How to Be Awesome at Your Job

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.

Case Kenny shares his bro-tastic approaches to building confidence, achievement, and motivation. You'll Learn: How doing embarrassing things increases confidence How to balance striving with gratitude Two common motivational mistakes About Case: Case Kenny is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PRSUIT.com and the host of the iTunes top podcast New Mindset, Who Dis? View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep425 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeremie Kubicek teaches how to multiply your leadership many times over. You'll Learn: Tools for being the best sherpa for your team, like the Support-Challenge Matrix Pro tips for better supporting and challenging yourself and others Critical expectations that need to be spelled out About Jeremie: Jeremie Kubicek is a thought leader who specializes in transformational leader development. He is CEO of GiANT TV, and Chairman and co-founder of GiANT Worldwide, where he helps people grow through powerful content across the globe. Additionally, Jeremie is the bestselling author of Making Your Leadership Come Alive.Together with Steve Cockram, he is also the author of 5 Voices and 5 Gears. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep424 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Hyatt offers useful concepts to upgrade your productivity and focus, including the freedom compass, the zones of desire and drudgery, and more. You'll Learn: How to do more of what you want with the “yes, no, yes” formula Three beliefs that prevent you from delegating your tasks effectively How to feel like you’re winning each day with the daily big three About Michael: Michael Hyatt is the founder and CEO of Michael Hyatt & Company, a leadership coaching and development firm twice listed on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing US companies. A longtime publishing executive, Michael is the former chairman and CEO of Thomas Nelson, now part of HarperCollins. He is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of several books, including Your Best Year Ever, Living Forward, and Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World. Michael is the creator of the Full Focus Planner, which combines quarterly goal-tracking and daily productivity in a proven system for personal and professional achievement. His blog and weekly podcast, Lead to Win, are go-to resources for hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs, executives, and aspiring leaders. He has been featured by Forbes, Inc, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and Wall Street Journal. Michael and his wife of 40 years, Gail, have five daughters, three sons-in-law, and eight grandchildren. They live just outside of Nashville, Tenn. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep423 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard, Carly Fiorina, discusses how to solve problems, make decisions, and connect with other people like a leader. You'll Learn: Why to choose a path instead of a plan Three steps for arriving at the wisest decision Key prompts to ensure you’ve considered all the angles About Carly: Carly Fiorina is the former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard and a seasoned problem-solver. She started out as a secretary for a 9-person real-estate business and eventually became the first woman ever to lead a Fortune 50 company. Through Carly Fiorina Enterprises and the Unlocking Potential Foundation, Carly and her team strengthen problem-solving and leadership capacity across America. Carly is also a best-selling author. Her titles include Tough Choices and Rising to the Challenge. Her third book Find Your Way releases on April 9th. She and her husband, Frank, have been happily married for 33 years. They reside in northern Virginia near their daughter, son-in-law and two granddaughters. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep422 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Kevin Kruse offers wise--yet contrarian--pointers for leaders. You'll Learn: Arguments for closing your Open Door policy Why to set guardrails instead of rules How to be likeable without striving for being liked About Kevin: Kevin Kruse is Founder+CEO of LEADx, the first and only AI-powered executive coach and leadership success platform built with IBM Watson. A successful entrepreneur, Kevin has won both “Inc 500” awards for fast growth and “Best Place to Work” awards for employee culture. He was previously the founder or co-founder of several companies with successful exits. Kevin is also a Forbes contributor and a New York Times bestselling author of nine books including Employee Engagement 2.0, Employee Engagement for Everyone and We: How To Increase Performance and Profit Through Full Engagement. Kevin’s next book, Great Leaders Have No Rules: Contr arian Leadership Principles to Transform Your Team and Business (Crown Publishing) will launch on April 2, 2019. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep421 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Solis interlinks procrastination, distraction, and device-related addiction to show how they rob us of productivity and happiness. You'll Learn: The biochemical forces that rewire your brain when exposed to social media The key thing you must do to reclaim your attention Why devices are often thieves of our own happiness About Brian: Brian Solis is Principal Analyst and futurist at Altimeter, a Prophet Company, a keynote speaker and best-selling author. Brian studies disruptive technology and its impact on business and society. In his reports, articles and books, he humanizes technology and its impact on business and society to help executives gain new perspectives and insights. Brian’s research explores digital transformation, customer experience and culture 2.0 and "the future of" industries, trends and behavior. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep420 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Lizette Ojeda shares her “Get It, Pivot It, Quit It” method for making career decisions, as well as a few exercises designed to help you be more aware of your core values and boundaries. You'll Learn: How to defend against career “shoulds” How to determine your core values when making career decisions Power questions for making career decisions About Lizette: Dr. Lizette Ojeda is a career development expert, helping people achieve their career goals, have better work-life balance, and step up with confidence in their zone of brilliance. She’s a Tenured Associate Professor at Texas A&M University and Licensed Psychologist and Career Strategist who teaches career counseling, conducts research on career development, has been nationally recognized for her work and has been published in Journal of Career Development, The Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology, The Handbook of Career Counseling for Women, and has helped hundreds of people achieve their career and life goals. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep419 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rahaf Harfoush masterfully unpacks history, psychology, philosophy, and more to discover how we got obsessed with hustling / productivity...and how that obsession often hurts our creative output. You'll Learn: How productivity and creativity are incompatible The reverberating negative impact of the 2008 economic recession on how we work Best practices for optimizing your limited reserve of energy About Rahaf: Rahaf is a Digital Anthropologist, Best-Selling Author, and Speaker researching the impacts of emerging technologies on our society. She focuses on understanding the deep (and often hidden) behavioral shifts that are taking place within organizations and individuals as global digital infrastructures enable the unprecedented exchange of ideas, information, and opinions. She teaches Innovation and Disruptive Business Models at SciencePo’s Masters of Finance and Economics Program in Paris. She’s worked with organizations like Starwood Capital Group, Deutsche Bank, Estée Lauder, UNESCO, The OECD, A1, ING Direct, and more. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep418 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Laura Vanderkam reveals time management wisdom as presented in her charming new fable, Juliet’s School of Possibilities. You'll Learn: A handy mantra to keep choices in perspective How to better handle your email inbox The most useful questions for directing your 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/ep417 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Economist Steven Landsburg offers key questions to push your thinking beyond the obvious to generate helpful insights. You'll Learn: How to jog your brain out of complacent thinking A common assumption that often leads people to make poor decisions Two exercises to help expand your thinking beyond the obvious About Steven: Steven E. Landsburg is a Professor of Economics at the University of Rochester, where students recently elected him Professor of the Year. He is the author of The Armchair Economist, Fair Play, The Big Questions, two textbooks in economics, and much more. His current research is in the area of quantum game theory. He writes the monthly “Everyday Economics” column in Slate magazine, and has written regularly for Forbes and occasionally for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. He appeared as a commentator on the PBS/Turner Broadcasting series “Damn Right”, and has made over 200 appearances on radio and television broadcasts over the past few years. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep416 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brad Stulberg explores the inherent contradiction between pursuing passion and balance...and what to do about it. You'll Learn: The three common paradoxes of passion The dangers of rooting your identity to a passion Why self-aware imbalance is often appropriate About Brad: Brad Stulberg researches, writes, speaks, and coaches on health and human performance. His coaching practice includes working with athletes, entrepreneurs, and executives on their mental skills and overall well-being. He is a bestselling author of the books The Passion Paradox and Peak Performance and a columnist at Outside Magazine. Brad has also written for The New York Times, New York Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Wired, Forbes, and The Los Angeles Times. Previously, Stulberg worked as a consultant for McKinsey and Company, where he counseled some of the world's top executives on a broad range of issues. An avid athlete and outdoor enthusiast, Stulberg lives in Northern California with his wife, son, and two cats. Follow him on Twitter @Bstulberg. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep415 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gretchen Anderson provides research insights on cultural shift from her work at the Katzenbach Center. You'll Learn: The four elements critical to a work culture The role of the critical few in an organization How to leverage the behavior you already have for the better About Gretchen: Gretchen Anderson is a director at the Katzenbach Center who has been working with client teams across the globe for over 15 years. Gretchen has a doctorate in literature from Stanford University and currently lives in Baltimore, Maryland, with her two children, Jane and Calvin. Her new book is The Critical Few: Energize Your Company's Culture by Choosing What Really Matters. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep414 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rob Jolles provides practical wisdom on how to come across as more believable. You'll Learn: The number one reason why people don’t believe you How method acting can lead you into peak presenting performance Why you should embrace your own dysfunctions About Rob Rob Jolles is a sought-after speaker who teaches, entertains, and inspires audiences worldwide. His live programs around the world have enabled him to amass a client list of Fortune 500 companies including Toyota, Disney, GE, a dozen universities, and over 50 financial institutions. He is the best-selling author of six books, including his latest release, Why People Don't Believe You...Building Credibility from the Inside Out. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep413 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Todd Herman shares how the concept of alter egos helps you become the ideal you that a given situation calls for. — YOU’LL LEARN —Why you should revisit your childhood superheroes and alter egosEnclothed cognition and Halloween lessons for being awesome at our jobsHow to improve your visualization through all your senses Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep412 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TODD —Todd Herman is an award-winning author, performance advisor to athletes, leaders and public figures, and is a recipient of the Inc. 500 fastest growing company award. He’s been featured on the Today Show, Sky Business News, Inc Magazine and CBC National News. And lives in New York City with his young family.— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —Sponsored Message: The University of California, Irvine is a leader in Continuing EducationSponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax appTodd’s book: The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your LifeTodd’s website: www.ToddHerman.meTodd’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/toddherman1/Todd’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/todd_hermanMr. Rogers Documentary: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?Research: Enclothed cognitionResearch: The amygdala and decision-makingBook: Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin to Munger by Peter Bevelin View transcript, show notes, and links at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep412.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michelle Tillis Lederman discusses the benefits of being a connector, the mindsets required to flourish, and how to connect well. You'll Learn: The three reasons people connect with each other Why to become a better connector even if you don’t think you need to network Tips for easier relationship maintenance About Michelle: Michelle Tillis Lederman, one of Forbes Top 25 Networking Experts, is the author of several books including the internationally known, The 11 Laws of Likability, and her latest The Connectors Advantage. Michelle is the founder and CEO of Executive Essentials, which provides customized communications and leadership programs. A former finance executive and NYU Professor, Michelle is a regular in the media appearing on NBC, CBS, Fox, NPR, the Wall Street Journal, NY Times, CNBC, and others. She holds degrees from Lehigh University and Columbia Business School. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep411 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary inventor Doug Hall shares how to generate and implement great ideas with scientific precision. — YOU’LL LEARN —An equation that predicts the quantity of ideas generatedHow fear impedes the creation of ideasHow to fast-track ideas through a learning mindsetSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep410 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DOUG —Doug Hall is an inventor, researcher, educator, and craft whiskey maker. He is the founder of the Eureka! Ranch, Innovation Engineering Institute, and Brain Brew Custom Whisk(e)y. He has been named one of America’s top innovation experts by Inc. magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Dateline NBC, CNBC, CIO magazine, and the CBC. His book Jump Start Your Business Brain was named one of the 100 Best Business Books of All Time by 800-CEO-Read. — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —Sponsored Message: The University of California, Irvine is a leader in Continuing EducationSponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax appDoug’s website: www.DougHall.comDoug’s Assessment: www.DougHall.com/VIPDoug’s business: www.EurekaRanch.comDoug’s books: North Pole Tenderfoot: A Rookie Goes on a North Pole Expedition Following in Admiral Peary’s Footsteps, Driving Eureka!: Problem-Solving with Data-Driven Methods & the Innovation Engineering System, Jump Start Your Brain, Jump Start Your Business Brain: The Scientific Way To Make More MoneyBook: Toward Wisdom by Copthorne MacdonaldView transcript, show notes, and links at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep410.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jesse Newton makes the case for simplifying your organization’s complex processes and getting rid of distractions. You'll Learn: The five factors that drive organizational complexity Key questions that clarify what’s truly important The communication mistake people make when simplifying work About Jesse: Jesse Newton is the author of Simplify Work; Crushing Complexity to Liberate Innovation, Productivity, and Engagement. He is the founder and CEO of Simplify Work; a global management consulting firm that helps organizations throw off the shackles of debilitating complexity and reignite top performance. His clients include McDonalds and PepsiCo. Prior to launching Simplify Work, Newton was a senior member of Booz & Company’s Organization, Change and Leadership consulting practice and also spent a number of years consulting around the world with Ernst & Young’s People & Organizational Change practice. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep409 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Alton Barron discusses the importance of creativity, how it influences your health, and how you can resurrect creativity after it has been stamped out. You'll Learn: The scientific link between creativity and health Why boredom is good for creativity The role of clutter in creativity About Alton: Dr. Barron is a fellowship-trained shoulder, elbow, and hand surgeon. He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopedics at NYU-Langone and the Univ. of Texas Dell Medical Centers, practicing in both Austin and Manhattan. Dr. Barron has been surgeon for thousands of competitive athletes (a team doctor for Fordham University for 15 years) and professional musicians, including the NY Philharmonic and Metropolitan Operas in New York for over 20 years. He publishes and lectures extensively nationally and internationally. Founder/director of the nonprofit Musician Treatment Foundation https://mtfusa.org/. Co-author of The Creativity Cure with wife Carrie Barron published by Scribner in 2012. https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativityCure/ Founding member, Team Continuum cancer charity https://www.teamcontinuum.net/ View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep408 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ash Seddeek outlines the key leadership behaviors that inspire teams.You’ll Learn:1) Ten key leadership behaviors that inspire followers2) One mistake that quickly kills a team’s creativity3) How to manage your bias like a proAbout AshAsh develops leadership, executive communications and strategic sales programs. He currently works with Cisco’s innovation startup teams to help them craft compelling value proposition narratives. Ash is also a mentor to entrepreneurs and a communications expert at the American Management Association.He’s the bestselling author of the books Meaning, Start with a Vision, and The Road to Success. Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax app.Sponsored Message: ZipRecruiter is the smartest way to hireAsh’s book: Meaning: How Leaders Create Meaning and Clarity During Times of Crisis and OpportunityAsh’s website: www.ExecutiveGreatness.comAuthor: Tom PetersTool: LinkedInTool: EvernoteFree downloads: www.ExecutiveGreatness.com/Pete/View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep407.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brenda Bailey-Hughes shares why and how to become a better listener. You'll Learn: The sad current state of listening How to fall in love with silence in a conversation The five focus areas of listening About Brenda: Brenda Bailey-Hughes teaches communication and leadership skills at the Kelley School of Business undergrad program. She also teaches global leadership and emerging markets for Kelley Direct, the working professionals’ MBA program. She’s authored 9 LinkedIn Learning courses and specializes in communication training and coaching for Fortune 500 executives such as P&G, Samsung, Cummins, and John Deere. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep406 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Gordon reveals best practices for building trust and rapport within a team, no matter the circumstances. You'll Learn: Three exercises to build big rapport quickly The advantages of being an optimist How to transform challenges into opportunities About Jon: Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 16 books including 6 best-sellers: The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, You Win in the Locker Room First, The Power of Positive Leadership and The Power of a Positive Team. He is a graduate of Cornell University and hold a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep405 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Michael A. Roberto explores the mindsets that hinder creativity. You'll Learn: The six mindsets blocking your creativity The advantage of putting your idea out there in its early stages Best ways to spark more creative ideas About Michael: Michael Roberto is the Trustee Professor of Management at Bryant University. Previously, he’s served for six years on the faculty at Harvard Business School. His research focuses on how people solve problems and make decisions.He’s a bestselling author of case studies and several books. He’s created courses on The Great Courses Plus. Michael has developed a number of innovative Multi-media simulations for students, including the Everest Leadership and Team Simulation. His latest book is called Unlocking Creativity. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep404 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.