How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Employee engagement expert/lawyer Jathan Janove shares hard-won wisdom in the management trenches. You'll Learn: How to breach difficult conversations with constructive confrontational questions The step-by-step to a win-win conversation The MIDAS touch method to making golden apologies About Jathan Having previously spent 25 years litigating workplace relationships that turned toxic, Jathan now works with employers as an organization development consultant, executive coach and trainer to improve leadership, trust, accountability, retention and employee engagement. He’s also an award-winning, internationally published author whose latest book is Hard-Won Wisdom: True Stories From The Management Trenches. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep118 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Career advisor Liz Ryan explores how the workplace has gone off the rails, how to connect with employers with a pain letter, and give your resume a human voice.You’ll Learn:Roadblocks that get in between creative people and their goalsWhy you should throw that performance review framework out of the windowWhat’s a pain letter and why it will help you land your next jobAbout LizLiz Ryan is among the world’s most widely- read career advisors and CEO/Founder of Human Workplace, a think tank and publishing firm whose mission is to reinvent work for people.Liz was SVP of HR for U.S. Robotics during its rise from $15M to $2.5B in annual sales. Liz was also CEO and Founder of WorldWIT, the world’s largest online community for professional women, before founding Human Workplace in 2012 to reinvent work for people. Liz writes for Forbes.com, LinkedIn and many other publications and is a sought after international keynote speaker.Her new book is called Reinvention Roadmap: Break the Rules to Get the Job You Want and the Career You DeserveItems Mentioned in this Show:Share your feedback at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/chatWebsite: Human WorkplaceBook: Reinvention Roadmap: Break the Rules to Get the Job You Want and the Career You Deserveby Liz Ryan Book: The Alphabet Versus the Goddess by Leonard ShlainBook: The Fabric of the Cosmos by Brian GreeneBook: The Elegant Universe by Brian GreeneView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep117See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rice University Professor Scott Sonenshein proposes a change in mindset when it comes to constraints and stretching resources and getting more with less.You’ll Learn:Principles behind the “Myth of More” and the “Power of Less”Why experts are over-ratedThe four keys of an effective stretching mindsetAbout ScottScott Sonenshein is the Henry Gardiner Symonds Professor of Management at Rice University. His award winning research, teaching, and consulting has helped Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals in a variety of industries. He holds a PhD in management and organizations from the University of Michigan, an MPhil from the University of Cambridge, and a BA from the University of Virginia. He has worked as a strategy consultant for companies such as AT&T and Microsoft and lived the rise and fall of the dotcom boom while working at a Silicon Valley startup.Items Mentioned in this Show:Share your feedback at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/chatBook: Stretch by Scott SonensheinBook: Liar’s Poker by Michael LewisBook: The New New Thing by Michael LewisWebsite: http://www.scottsonenshein.com/View transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep116See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Geoff Blades lays down the framework and mindset for achieving success in your career and in life.You’ll Learn:How to convert difficult questions into a process towards answering themDos and don’ts to discovering what “awesome at your job” TRULY means for you5 principles for winning at your career(Also, apologies on my sound quality. I apparently failed to switch to my good microphone. 1st time out of 115 episodes that happened…)About GeoffGeoff is a former investment banker at Goldman Sachs and investor at the Carlyle Group. He is an author and advisor to senior Wall Street executives, CEOs, and other leaders on all topics related to getting what they want in their businesses, careers, and lives.In addition to working one-on-one and with groups, through newsletters, books, and videos he strives to serve more and more people in doing what they want. He’s the author of Do What You Want: A Career Guide for Professionals Serious About Winning.Items Mentioned in this Show:Share your feedback at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/chatBook: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon HillBook: Do What You Want: A Career Guide for Professionals Serious About Winning by Geoff BladesBook: The Trump Presidential Playbook: A Wizard’s Path to the White House by Geoff BladesWebsite: GeoffBlades.comView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep115See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alan Willett discusses optimal approaches to giving feedback and other means of making powerful improvements in your team. You'll Learn: What makes some employees “unleadable” and how to lead them Why people are afraid to give feedback – and how to overcome it How a two minute conversation can transform everything About Alan Alan 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. What is a friction point? It is the space where the business needs Meet the implementation reality — in that space there is always heat generated! Alan is the expert who transforms that heat to innovation and results for the business and the people. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep114 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fellow career podcaster Jamie Newman describes what a great manager looks like, how to get top performers to stay, and how employees and managers can work together to achieve professional and personal goals together. You'll Learn: 5 things to do if you want a promotion Why good employees leave How meaningful goal-setting builds tremendous loyalty About Jamie Jamie Newman is a management professional, trainer, and coach through YourBestManager.com which is an online resource designed to help top performers become managers and help first-time managers learn how to build and lead effective teams. Prior to Your Best Manager, Jamie spent 8 years with a major recruiting & consulting firm where he had the opportunity to work with hundreds of companies from mid-market firms through Fortune 100 companies. He’s advised business leaders, from front-line supervisors to senior executives, on who to hire, how to hire and how to manage performance. It’s through this experience that he’s been exposed to a variety of management styles and uncovered what works… and what doesn’t, when it comes to leading people. Jamie also hosts the Your Best Manager podcast where he interviews leadership experts and provides practical advice for first-time managers. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep113 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Jenny Brockis examines how the brain works and develops and shares how you can boost your brain to higher performance.You’ll Learn:Characteristics of the high-performance brainWhy you should give your brain permission to wanderKey habits for optimal brain performanceAbout JennyAs a medical doctor, speaker and author, Dr. Jenny Brockis is passionate about all things ‘brain’. Her mission is to become the Jamie Oliver of cognitive health, empowering others to create their own high performance brain that is optimised to help them work at their best.She works with those who seek to thrive in our increasingly complex world, by translating the complexities of neuroscience into easily understood strategies that can be readily integrated into our busy lives.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: DrJennyBrockis.comBook: Future Brain by Dr. Jenny BrockisBook: The Brain That Changes Itself by Norman DoidgeApp: HeadspaceView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep112See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Veteran career coach Marc Miller gives pro-tips to understanding your core talents to find more fulfillment at work.You’ll Learn:How to find career fulfillment by discovering your core talentsBig open-ended questions to ask at your next job interviewGenerational echoes and how to better understand each otherAbout MarcMarc Miller’s career journey included 22 years at IBM, several thriving tech startups, a painful stint as a high school teacher, a gig raising funds for the Jewish Community Association of Austin and a near fatal bicycle accident that changed his perspective forever.An active member of the Launch Pad Job Club, Marc found himself counseling friends and associates on their career journeys and finally realized he’d found his vocation. He would use his extensive training experience to help others—especially Baby Boomers—find careers that they could grow into for the decades that lie ahead.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: https://careerpivot.comBook: Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for the Second Half of Life (preview) by Marc MillerBook: Start with No by Jim CampBook: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownBook: Positive Intelligence by Shirzad ChamineBook: Quiet by Susan CainTool: Birkman AssessmentView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep111See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Refound CEO and author Jonathan Raymond explains how personal and professional growth are one thing, not two.You’ll Learn:How you can become the leader your team is waiting forThe makings of a perfect conversationApproaches to receiving feedback constructivelyAbout JonathanAfter twenty years of not being able to decide whether he was a business development guy or a personal growth teacher, Jonathan stopped trying to figure it out. He’s the owner of Refound, an online training startup that offers Good Authority training programs for owners, executives, and managers. He’s madly in love with his wife, tries not to spoil his daughter, and will never give up on the New York Knicks. Jonathan is the former CEO and Chief Brand Officer of EMyth, where he led the transformation of a global coaching brand and has worked in tech, clean tech, and the nonprofit world after graduating law school in 1998. He lives in Ashland, Oregon, a lovely town that’s too far away from a warm ocean.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: RefoundBook: Good Authority by Jonathan RaymondTool: Growth Meeting GuideBook: Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard BachBook: Three Bags Full by Leonie SwannSoftware: DripView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep110See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Celebrated business coach Toku McCree shares curated wisdom gleaned from his coaching clients and years of zen monastery reflection on his career spanning over 30 jobs.You’ll Learn:Why you should find your 4% edge and lean on itWhat is mindfulness and how to apply it in the officeThree keys to growthAbout TokuToku works with brilliant leaders who are obsessed with greatness and helps them understand that ‘success’ is just the beginning of an amazing life and not the destination.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: UNEXECUTIVE.comBook: The Prosperous Coach by Steve Chandler and Rich LitvinBook: Mindless Eating by Brian WansinkBook: Deep Work by Cal NewportBook: Nonviolent Communication by Marshall RosenbergApp: Time DoctorView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep109See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brandeis Professor Andy Molinsky lays out a powerful framework for reaching beyond your current capabilities. You'll Learn: The psychological roadblocks that hinder us from reaching beyond our skills Why it’s worth it exiting your comfort zone Andy’s research-based three Cs for stepping outside your comfort zone About Andy Andy Molinsky is a Professor of International Management and Organizational Behavior at the Brandeis International Business School. He is the author of Global Dexterity (HBR Press, 2013) and the forthcoming book Reach: A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone, Rise to the Challenge, and Build Confidence (Penguin/Random House, 2017). View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep108 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Beverly Kaye discusses how to get great employees to stick around with “stay interviews” and more…whether the great employee is you or your direct reports!You’ll Learn:Why should conduct a stay interview instead of an exit interviewHow to ask your manager for what you really need to stayThe top reasons employees stay or goAbout BeverlyFounder and Chairwoman of Career Systems International, Dr. Beverly Kaye is an international bestselling author and a leading authority in the world of modern workplace performance. She has dedicated her life’s work to helping individuals and organizations grow in a workplace that fosters greater commitment, fulfillment, and humanity.Beverly Kaye and the CSI team provide cutting-edge and award-winning talent development solutions primarily to Fortune 1000 companies. Her work and research are distinguished and widely recognized for helping others discover greater meaning in their work and gain greater control over their career destinies. Dr. Kaye completed her graduate work at MIT’s Sloan School of Management and holds her doctorate from UCLA.Items Mentioned in this Show:Book: Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go by Beverly KayeBook: Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em by Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-EvansBook: Hello Stay Interviews, Goodbye Talent Loss by Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-EvansBook: Up Is Not the Only Way by Beverly KayeBook: Love It, Don’t Leave It by Beverly Kaye and Sharon Jordan-EvansBook: Rules of Thumb: 52 Truths for Winning at Business Without Losing Yourself by Alan WebberWebsite: Career Systems InternationalView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep107See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2U Vice President of IT Artie Jordan talks software and soft skills and how they can be applied to any workplace.You’ll Learn:How to keep your team agileCommon pitfalls in communicationThe most important soft skill that your team should practice nowAbout ArtieArtie is a member of 2U’s tech leadership team, former member of the Obama for America team, and founding board member of CSTUY, a non-profit dedicated to bringing opportunities in computer science and technology to middle and high school students. Also a fellow University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign alum. He’s very active in the NY tech meet-up scene and an advocate for professional development and soft-skills training for technical workers. Items Mentioned in this Show:Organization: CSTUYCompany: SalesforceCompany: Amazon Web ServicesCompany: 2UApp: SlackPodcast: EconTalkBook: Expecting Better by Emily OsterBook: Cryptonomicon by Neal StephensonView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep106See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Business Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace.You’ll Learn:How improv’s “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of workImprov’s wisdom on conducting better meetingsHow to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…”About BobBob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster of blue-chip firms such as Google, PepsiCo, American Express, Capital One, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Ford Motor Company, Hilton Hotels Worldwide and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide. Kulhan’s consulting and teaching work with these clients emphasizes the use of improvisational techniques in developing leadership, improving managerial structure, honing team skills, fostering a collaborative corporate culture, busting blocks to creativity, facilitating conflict management, connecting Millennials, and encouraging creative and adaptive problem solving. His latest book is Getting to “Yes, and.”Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: www.businessimprov.comBook: Getting to “Yes, and” by Bob KulhanView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep105See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

R. Michael Anderson talks about identifying self-limiting beliefs and how to overcome them.You’ll Learn:How anxiety offers helpful clues for your personal developmentBest practices in overcoming limiting beliefsA simple way to deal with stressAbout MichaelR. Michael Anderson is founder of The Executive JOY Institute. He specializes in teaching organizations, leaders, and individuals how to become even more successful through psychology, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness.His unique background of real-life experience mixed with his world-class education allows his audiences to both learn and be entertained. Michael has taught leaders around the world, from Panama to the Philippines to Australia and Mexico, and has worked with a broad range of clients, including Microsoft, SAP, Stanford University, Vistage, Young Presidents Organization, and Entrepreneurs Organization.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Soul Centered LeadershipBook: The Experiment by R. Michael AndersonBook: Soul-Centered Leadership by R. Michael AndersonBook: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorBook: Sacred Contracts by Caroline MyssBook: Authentic Happiness by Martin SeligmanView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep104See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris McGoff discusses universal patterns in human behavior and offers his take on what integrity really means.You’ll Learn:Approaches to building powerful alliancesWhat the word “integrity” truly means–and how to solidify it your teamFatal patterns to watch out for in the workplaceAbout ChrisChris McGoff is the founder of The Clearing, Inc., where he guides organizations to tackle their most complex and high-stake problems. Using his book, “The PRIMES: How Any Group Can Solve Any Problem “(Wiley; 2012), McGoff gives leaders clarity to see the resources they already have available.He is a business leader and consultant with over 30 years of experience, helping leaders achieve their desired outcomes during the most uncertain times. From mergers and acquisitions to change in leadership, McGoff is passionate about serving the needs of enterprises across the globe.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: The ClearingBook: The Primes by Chris McGoffBook: Crossing the Chasm by Geoffrey MooreTool: Echo DotView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep103See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andrew discusses how collecting letters and business cards from CEOs contributed to his quick rise to Executive Vice-President.You’ll Learn:Key lessons repeated among 500 letters from CEOsHow to change “I don’t know” from a negative to a positiveEffective approaches for mentor relationship buildingAbout AndrewAndrew is a founding member of 2U and head of university partnership and corporate development. He is uniquely good at relationship management and has had the quirky hobby of writing letters to CEO’s and collecting business cards since childhood. In fact, it was through that hobby that he got his first job at 2U – as an undergraduate college student. His personal motto is #Hustle.Items Mentioned in this Show:Book: Pre-suasion by Robert CialdiniBook: Oh, the Places You’ll Go by Dr. SeussOnline store: ShinolaView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep102See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pat McDaniel shares some of his wisest insights about decision-making fallacies and victories.You’ll Learn:A 5-step process to better decision makingUnexpected hidden influences that affect your decision makingHow to maintain an openness to contrary informationAbout PatPat McDaniel is the founder of WiseInsights.net a website dedicated to helping motivated but weary people keep moving forward by finding the smartest path toward their success.  Pat is passionate about sharing his story about how he kept hitting the wall, got mad, and was eventually ready to change how he made decisions, so that he could be on the right path.Pat has a highly diverse background. He has been a long-time student (made it through the 19th grade) a CPA, a pastor and church planter, a sales manager, a search engine marketing strategist working in a marketing agency, an entrepreneur who started his own business from scratch, and an author of the Ebook: 5 Step Process to Making Better More Successful Decisions.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: wiseinsights.netEbook: 5 Step Process to Making Better More Successful Decisions by Pat McDanielInfographic: 50 Cognitive Biases Wrecking Your DecisionsBook: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanBook: Influence by Robert CialdiniBook: Pre-suasion by Robert CialdiniBook: Predictably Irrational by Dan ArielyBook: Decisive by Chip and Dan HeathBook: Blink by Malcolm GladwellBook: The Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggBook: Give and Take by Adam GrantBook: Switch by Chip and Dan HeathBook: Made to Stick by Chip and Dan HeathApp: AlarmedView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep101See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My uncle and first speaking mentor, Topper Steinman, shares his genius on how to enter into tricky conversational territory. You'll Learn: How to talk about just about anything, with anyone Rules of engagement for effectively handling confrontation Approaches for moving from ‘what’ and ‘so what’ to ‘now what’ About Topper Topper Steinman is a counselor and consultant from Champaign, Il. with 40 years experience in teaching, counseling, and consulting. As a workshop facilitator and speaker, his topics cover a wide variety of interest areas with efforts aimed at bridging the adult/youth gap while creating a healthy sense of self and others. He holds a Mediation Training Certificate from CDR Associates of Boulder, Colo. and is a certified instructor in Parent and Teacher Effectiveness and an experienced T.E.S.A. trainer. Topper has been the recipient of the Illinois State Board of Education "Those Who Excel" award as outstanding counselor, the "Outstanding Young Educator" award, and Champaign-Urbana's "Community Builder's Award" among other honors in his tenure in education. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep100 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 shares approaches to finding what’s likable in yourself to conveying it to others.You’ll Learn:How to form your self-perception to guide other’s perception of youThe power of opening yourself up to feedbackHow to use curiosity for creating connections in conversationAbout MichelleMichelle Tillis Lederman is known for her energetic, engaging, and authentic presentations. An expert on workplace communications and relationships, Michelle’s mission is to help people communicate and lead with confidence, clarity, and connection. She is an accomplished speaker, trainer, coach, and author of three books including The 11 Laws of Likability, Heroes Get Hired and Nail The Interview – Land The Job, and named by Forbes as one of the 25 Professional Networking Experts to Watch.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Michelle Tillis LedermanBook: 11 Laws of Likability by Michelle LedermanBook: Influence by Robert CialdiniBook: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep99See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Master resilience trainer and former drill instructor Sean Douglas shares lessons on overcoming a self-defeating mindset and growing in the midst of adversity.You’ll Learn:Why you should develop a gratitude habitHow to get over self-defeating behaviorApproaches for sustaining your energy throughout the dayAbout SeanSean Douglas was born in Detroit, MI, July 23, 1983. He is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, a Certified Master Resilience Trainer, and a professional Inspirational Speaker. Sean spent four years as a Drill Instructor in Air Force Basic Training where he developed over 500 young men and women into military leaders. Not surprisingly, he is energetic and passionate about inspiring others to succeed. Sean’s interactive training develops the participants’ skill in the mental, physical, social, and spiritual domains of resilience, and leaves people better equipped to manage change effectively.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Sean Douglas SpeaksBook: Decisions by Sean DouglasBook: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorBook: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony ShwartzBook: Miracle Morning by Hal ElrodBook: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep98See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ActiveInbox founder Andy Mitchell shares insights gleaned from years of collaborating with the many diverse users of his email and task management software product.You’ll Learn:Why email won’t die for a while… and what to do in the meantimeWhy we experience euphoria at an empty inbox, and how to get there more oftenHow to avoid the productivity death spiral triggered by working lateAbout AndyAndy Mitchell is the founder of ActiveInbox for Gmail, an email tool and task manager combined into one. He maintains an ethos of ‘leaving more in the world than I take out of it.’ Day to day, he’s trying to ensure the team is all pulling in the same direction to craft the best product they can. Prior to ActiveInbox, he worked in a number of high-tech roles at LocallyCompared, ProductiveFirefox, Dakin Flathers, and MeeCard.Items Mentioned in this Show:Tool: ActiveInboxBook: The Winner Effect by Ian RobertsonBook: The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan HaidtBook: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep97See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Colonel Jill Morgenthaler draws from her vast experiences to combine broad wisdom principles with tactical tips that are valuable both on the battlefield and in the workforce.You’ll Learn:What it takes to stare down Saddam HusseinThe effects of radiating confidence – and how to do itHow to succeed in any project with several courses of actionAbout Colonel JillColonel Jill Morgenthaler was one of the first women to enter an experimental class for women in the US Army ROTC and train as an equal with men. She was the first woman Battalion Commander in the 88th Regional Support Command Division and the first Brigade Commander in the 84th Division. She was also the first woman to be put in charge of Homeland Security for the state of Illinois. She received the Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit for her leadership. During her military career, Colonel Jill led hundreds of men and women around the world in war and peace. She is a sought-after keynote speaker and author of the book The Courage to Take Command: Leadership Lessons from a Military Trailblazer.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: ColonelJill.comBook: The Courage to Take Command: Leadership Lessons from a Military Trailblazer by Jill MorgenthalerWebsite: AvanooAudiobook: Alexander Hamilton by Ron ChernowView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep96See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eliot Wagonheim deconstructs how to achieve goals and offers a useful mindset to adopt in order advance in the right direction.You’ll Learn:Why you should switch to the Fire, Aim… Ready mindsetWhy you should rethink doing your yearly evaluationAn innovative way for sketching out expectationsAbout EliotEliot Wagonheim is a speaker, strategist, author, educator and business lawyer with thirty years experience helping clients embrace, rather than inhibit, innovation. Through his Outlawyer platform, Eliot serves as a confidante, mentor, strategist and sounding board for guiding entrepreneurs and organizational leaders for companies of every size across diverse industries, and brings humor, real world experience and an entrepreneurial spirit to everything he does.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: farsightedbusiness.comBook: Fire, Aim… Ready by Eliot WagonheimBook: Life of Pi by Yann MartelBook: Essentialism by Greg McKeownApp: TodoistApp: 10% Happier: Meditation for Fidgety SkepticsView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep95See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fashion guru Sharon Haver offers perspective on how to make people look powerful and professional at work.You’ll Learn:Three key ingredients to a style upgrade that will make you look knowledgeable and professionalHow to find a wardrobe that fits comfortably, looks good and doesn’t break the bankWhy dressing how you want to be perceived is critical About SharonSharon Haver teaches professionals to look like they’re worth it, so that they can create a relevant, authentic modern image. Halfway through her three-decade career in style, she left the lure of being a New York fashion stylist to help professionals make the most of what they’ve got. She founded FocusOnStyle.com in 1999. Although her impressive resume looks like a who’s who of media household names, her heart is with helping entrepreneurs refine their chic style to confidently pull their look together with ease.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: focusonstyle.comWebsite: stylewordbook.comBook: Style Word: Fashion Quotes for Real Style by Sharon HaverBook: The Way You Do Anything Is The Way You Do Everything by Suzanne Evans.Book: Details Men’s Style Manual: The Ultimate Guide for Making Your Clothes Work For You by Daniel PerezView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep94See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert D. Smith counts up the days and gives pro-tips on how to make each one count.You’ll Learn:Two questions to ensure you’re not wasting timeA fun framework for tackling big projectsHow to trick yourself into feeling more excited about the task before youAbout RobertRobert D. Smith (TheRobertD) has managed and overseen the career of Andy Andrews, a three-time New York Times best-selling author. He has served as a private consultant to numerous best-selling authors, speakers, entertainers, and cutting edge organizations, educating them on the unique methods he has employed to sustain massive success and growth across multiple industries for his entire career.Robert is the author of 20,000 Days and Counting: The Crash Course for Mastering Life Right Now, a simple guide to injecting meaning into every second you live for the rest of your life.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: www.therobertd.comBook: 20,000 Days and Counting: The Crash Course For Mastering Your Life Right Now by Robert D. SmithBook: The Traveler’s Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success by Andy AndrewsBook: Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There by Andrea WaltzBook: The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og MandinoBook series: The Left Behind Series Complete Set, Volumes 1-16 by Jerry JenkinsView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep93See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stacey Dyer shares how she applied best thinking practices to planning a kick ass wedding, and how we can use the same techniques to plan anything.You’ll Learn:How to avoid future mishaps with the time machine methodologyA 5-card hand that you should have in your back pocket to spark great ideas and solutionsBest practices for self-motivationAbout StaceyStacey Dyer is currently a corporate Director of Customer Experience Design. Stacey is grateful for the mentors she’s had in her career, and thus strives to provide guidance and insight that reflects professional care and expertise. Outside of work, Stacey can be found in vocal sessions within the down tempo, jazz, and EDM space (in addition to running and practicing yoga) or writing blog posts (staceysdiylife.com) and books (Astro-Wed.com).Prior to her current role, Stacey’s previous experience runs the gamut of in-house to agency side, working with a diverse array of clients from liquor and cigars to healthcare and youth non-profits.Items Mentioned in this Show:Book: AstroWed: The Universe’s Most Kick-ass Wedding Planning Workbook by Stacey DyerWebsite: OffbeatBride.comBook: Upward Spiral by Alex KorbBook: Originals by Adam GrantBook: Blue Mind by Wallace NicholsBook: Zag by Marty NeumeierWebsite: StaceyDyer.comWebsite: Astro-wed.comView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep92See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Dolan shows us the way to deeper development as truly productive professionals.You’ll Learn:Pitfalls to look out for that hinder a deeper developmentWhat’s a “positive no” how to deliver oneTips and tricks to upgrade your workflow processAbout MichaelBefore he found his calling as an executive coach, Michael spent 15 years in corporate management, leading teams in the advertising, consumer marketing, and design industries, where he gained deep appreciation for the intense personal and organizational demands that successful executives must meet everyday. Michael has five years of experience as a Senior Coach and Director of Business Development for Coaching Services at The David Allen Company.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: trulyproductive.comBook: The Power of a Positive No: How to Say No and Still Get to Yes by William UryBook: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David AllenBook: The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Warner KlempOnline Scheduling: ScheduleOnceOnline Scheduling: CalendlyView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep91See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maneesh Sethi proves that a little shock goes a long way and shares other hacks for forming great habits.You’ll Learn:Helpful things to do everyday to make your day go smootherFundamental questions to ask to realign yourself with your goalsHow to hack your emotionsAbout ManeeshManeesh Singh Sethi is an American author and internet entrepreneur. He authored Game Programming for Teens when he was sixteen years old. He is best known as the founder of the behavior modification wristband Pavlok, launched in 2013. Sethi is the chairman and chief executive officer of Behavioral Technology Group, Inc.Items Mentioned in this Show:Gadget: PavlokBook: The Culture Code by Clotaire RepailleBlog: Hack the System: Cheat Codes for LifeBook: The Ultimate Introduction to NLP by Richard Bandler App: TodoistApp: Rescue TimeView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep90See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Farnoosh Brock shares key lifestyle shifts to help make you healthier and more productive.You’ll Learn:How being healthier will make you accomplish more in a shorter amount of timeOptimal options to integrate into your 15-minute morning routineApproaches to finding, developing, and building confidenceAbout FarnooshFarnoosh Brock is an entrepreneur, author, and business coach. After a successful corporate career at a Fortune 100, she started Prolific Living Inc. to fulfill her diverse entrepreneurial passions. She helps business owners and executives achieve new heights of success in their businesses and their health, to maintain a balanced life. When she is not serving her clients, Farnoosh is traveling extensively and stays devoted to her daily yoga practice.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: ProlificLiving.comBook: The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronBreathing technique: PranayamaBook: The Power of Full Engagement by Tony SchwartzWebsite: TheEnergyProject.comBook: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik BackmanTool: TodoistSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Science genius Dan Caspi talks automation, software, and why we shouldn’t be afraid to learn a little code.You’ll Learn:Processes that you can automate that you didn’t know you needed toNifty hacks to help you maximize ExcelA checklist to serve your need for computer speed.About DanDan has a PhD. In Organic Chemistry and is a senior scientist at AbbVie. He is also currently serving in a hybrid Process Chemistry/Chemical Engineering position as a member of the Center for Reaction Engineering.Dan is highly proficient with technology, programming (Perl, Python, PHP, JS, HTML) and computers, and is the computer genius behind Element 26, a boutique computer consulting company based in Evanston, Illinois.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Element26.netApplication: AutomatorProgramming Language: AppleScriptSoftware: Anti-MalwareAuthor: Malcolm GladwellArticle: Solid State Drive vs. Hard Disk DriveView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep88See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michelle Gielan returns with even more ways to spread positive energy for positive results.You’ll Learn:The ABCs to formulating solutionsHow to weaken the power of negative thoughtsKeeping up to date with current events while remaining positive About MichelleMichelle Gielan, national CBS News anchor turned positive psychology researcher, is the bestselling author of Broadcasting Happiness.Michelle is the Founder of the Institute for Applied Positive Research and is partnered with Arianna Huffington to study how transformative stories fuel success. She is an Executive Producer of “The Happiness Advantage” Special on PBS and a featured professor in Oprah’s Happiness course.Michelle holds a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, and her research and advice have received attention from The New York Times, Washington Post, FORBES, CNN, FOX, and Harvard Business Review.Items Mentioned in this Show:TV Show: Inspire Happiness with Michelle Gielan and Shawn AchorWebsite: broadcastinghappiness.comVideo Workshop: Inspire HappinessOrganization: Solutions Journalism NetworkTED Talk: Amy CuddyBook: The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah DiesenView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep87See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lawyer Kwame Christian guides us through effective persuasion and negotiation in any situation. You'll Learn: The first crucial step to negotiation How to discover your limits by practicing rejection therapy What it takes to be a confident, powerful negotiator About Kwame Kwame Christian is passionate about teaching business professionals how to negotiate and be more persuasive. He sees himself as a professional problem solver and works with businesses and individuals to come up with tailored negotiation solutions to improve the bottom line and resolve conflict. Kwame is an attorney at The Christian Law Office, specializing in business law for startups and entrepreneurs. He is a Legal Analyst at the Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity at the Ohio State University, focusing on health disparities and the social and political structures that create and maintain them. He is a consultant at the American Negotiation Institute and produces “Negotiation for Entrepreneurs” the top negotiation podcast on iTunes. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep86 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Graphic designer Prescott Perez-Fox gets creative in finding solutions to getting in the zone, maintaining a smooth workflow, and more.You’ll Learn:Great habits that your future self will thank you forHow small rituals will help your team power through a projectThe classic/evolutionary/revolutionary system for generating broad alternativesAbout PrescottPrescott Perez-Fox is a New Jersey-based graphic designer and brand developer with more than 14 years of experience in branding, packaging, graphic design, and web design. Following varied experience working in-house for agencies, and as a freelancer, Prescott created his business, Starship Design, to work directly with small business and startup clients. Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Busy CreatorWebsite: Starship DesignBook: The Culture Code by Clotaire RapailleAudiobook: The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey NiffeneggerSoftware: TextExpanderView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep85See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lawyer and mentoring enthusiast Jolene Blackbourn makes the case for helping others to help ourselves.You’ll Learn:What you think you know about your job, but you actually don’tHow not to add a task to your to-do listA drag and drop tip to collecting praiseAbout JoleneJolene has been an in-house attorney with a major insurance company for almost 10 years. She serves as a mentor to many new attorneys and helps prospective law students determine whether law school is right for them. She also coaches a youth soccer team.Items Mentioned in this Show:Jolene’s Twitter: @JoleneAndOilsJolene’s Pinterest: jolene1209Jolene’s Email: [email protected]: OverdriveView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep84See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Public Relations whiz Mac Prichard shares how to grow your network by building lasting relationships and responding with generosity. You'll Learn How to navigate the “hidden” job market The step-by-step of a successful informational interview How to grow your network with generosity About Mac Mac is the founder and president of Prichard Communications, a public relations agency that serves top-tier foundations, nonprofits and purpose driven brands across the country. He provides strategic counsel to Prichard’s clients and leads the agency’s crisis communications, government relations and business development work. He speaks regularly on social change communications to national and local groups across the country. He also publishes Mac's List, an online community where professionals find rewarding, interesting jobs and employers find the best possible candidates. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep83 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor and author Mark Allen presents different opportunities to climb the corporate ladder, even if you don’t want to be a manager.You’ll Learn:1. Alternatives to the traditional managerial track2. Why going for manager may not be optimal…even if you’re a top performer3. Means of valuing your team in the workplaceAbout MarkDr. Mark Allen is an educator, speaker, consultant, and author who specializes in talent management and corporate universities. He is the author of Aha Moments in Talent Management and the co-author and editor of The Next Generation of Corporate Universities, and The Corporate University Handbook. He has also written numerous articles in practitioner and academic publications.Mark is a professor at Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management. He is also a senior faculty member of the Human Capital Institute, a senior associate with the Kiely Group, and has taught for Vatel University and the American Management Association.Items Mentioned in this Show:Book: Aha Moments in Talent Management: A Business Fable With Practical Exercises by Mark AllenBook: The One Thing You Need to Know… About Great Managing, Great Leading, and Sustained Individual Success by Marcus BuckinghamBook: The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron by Bethany McLean & Peter ElkindWebsite: PreziEmail: [email protected] transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep82See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Nevogt’s company Hubstaff earns its revenue from observing how people work. Here’s what he has learned about workers’ best practices along the way.You’ll Learn:Two questions to ask yourself before handing over your deliverablesOne quick trick to get 1,000 LinkedIn connections in 60 minutesAn improved approach to initiating tasks that delights managers and stretches employeesAbout DaveDave Nevogt is the co-founder of Hubstaff.com which helps virtual teams communicate better through automatic time tracking and activity tracking. He’s been running online businesses since he was 23, and now manages a team of 30 remote employees. Dave has been honored as one of Indianapolis’s top 40 under 40 entrepreneurs, and focuses on teaching others to manage remote teams. His writing can be found here.Items Mentioned in this Show:Software: HubstaffSoftware: BasecampSoftware: TrelloSoftware: AsanaSoftware: RapportiveSoftware: Pivotal TrackerBook: The 80/20 Principle by Richard KochView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep81See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Jay Papasan helps to zero in on that one thing that matters most. You'll Learn: 1. The key question you must ask yourself to unlock your “one thing” About Jay Jay Papasan is the co-author of the bestseller The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results with Gary Keller. He also worked as an editor at Harper-Collins Publishers. Jay also co-owns a successful real estate team affiliated with Keller Williams Realty with his wife Wendy in Austin, Texas. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep80 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Podcaster and speaker Jeff Sanders offers pro-tips to reaching your grandest goals, one good morning at a time. You'll Learn 3 best practices that will sustain your energy all day Perspectives on when to handle email How to conquer your ultimate goal, one quarter at a time About Jeff Jeff Sanders is a keynote speaker, creator of the 47 Strategies Productivity Self-Assessment, and author of the best-selling and award-winning book on productivity, The 5 AM Miracle: Dominate Your Day Before Breakfast. Jeff is also the host of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast, which has ranked #1 in iTunes in the Self-Help and Business categories, been nominated for 4 Podcast Awards, and exceeded 3 million downloads. He is a 10-time marathon runner, personal development junkie, and passionate raw vegan. Every week you can find Jeff writing and speaking at JeffSanders.com. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep79 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We got “meta” with Podcasting Hall of Famer Rob Walch who shares principles of successful podcasters that apply to the workplace.You’ll Learn:Pro-tips on nailing your presentationsHow to bolster your communication by forgetting yourselfWhy you should start your own podcast right nowAbout RobRob Walch was inducted into the Podcasting Hall of Fame in 2016. Rob Walch saved his life, marriage, and career with podcasting. Rob is the Vice President of Podcaster Relations for Libsyn (LSYN). Prior to joining Libsyn in 2007, he was President and founder of podCast411, Inc. Rob is co-author of the book Tricks of the Podcasting Masters an editors pick as a Top 10 Reference book by Amazon.com. Rob was listed as the 5th most influential person in podcasting according to the book “Podcasting for Dummies”.Items Mentioned in this Show:Podcast: podCast411Podcast: Today in iOSPodcast: Sisters of FlowPodcast: Dan Carlin’s Hardcore HistoryPodcast: LorePodcast: RevolutionsPodcast: School of PodcastingPodcast: Manager ToolsApp: EvernoteApp: SoundSoapView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep78See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ambassador of Happiness Maura Sweeney paves the way to more productive outcomes in the workplace by creating a happier environment.You’ll Learn:Effective remedies for stress addictionMethods to countering a negative environmentHow to turn your adversaries into allies by challenging while advocatingAbout MauraPodcaster, international speaker, Huffington Post contributor and creator of the Foundations of Happiness eCourse, Maura Sweeney guides others on the path of “Living Happy – Inside Out.” Armed with decades of experience as a law school “escapee”, a corporate manager and a home schooling mom, Maura launched out at midlife to pursue her dream vocation. A world traveler and trademarked Ambassador of Happiness®, Maura is a popular media guest sharing unifying “good news” perspectives with the world.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Maura4U.comBook: The Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorBook: Favorite Happiness Quotes by Maura SweeneyCourse: Foundations of HappinessPodcast: Maura Sweeney: Living Happy Inside OutTV Series: Nathan for YouView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep77See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comparably co-founder and CEO Jason Nazar shines a light on employer and employee best practices. You'll Learn Two big mistakes that are stopping you from advancing in your career Guidance in your search for finding and keeping mentors Two transformational questions that you should ask yourself everyday About Jason Jason Nazar is one of the most active tech entrepreneurs and investors in southern California, and is a popular contributor for Wall Street Journal, Forbes, INC, and Business Insider. He’s founder/CEO of Comparably, an online platform that makes workplace compensation and culture dramatically more transparent. Prior to Comparably, he founded Docstoc -- the largest small business content site with over 50 million members -- before he sold it to Intuit in 2013 for a reported $50M. Named one of the most admired CEOs by the Los Angeles Business Journal, Jason is currently Entrepreneur in Residence for the City of Los Angeles, appointed by Mayor Garcetti. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep76 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Intuition expert Lynn Robinson shows how to access the wisdom of your gut.You’ll Learn:Scientific discoveries about neurons in your stomach and why they matterWays to stop intuition-killers when brainstorming in a groupChecks and balances so you’re not going astray with intuitionAbout LynnLynn Robinson is one of America’s leading experts on the topic of intuition and has been sought out internationally for her advice on the topic. She’s the author of Put Your Intuition to Work. She’s a popular and widely recognized author and speaker who works with businesses and individuals as a trusted advisor, offering valuable insights into goals, decisions and strategies.Her books have been translated into more than a dozen languages. She’s been featured in the Boston Globe, USA Today, and the Chicago Tribune, and has been a guest on many national radio and television programs, including ABC and Fox News.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: Lynn RobinsonBook: Put Your Intuition to Work by Lynn RobinsonBook: How To Listen To Your Inner CEO by Lynn RobinsonBook: Six Ways to Supercharge Your Intuition by Lynn RobinsonBook: Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan JeffersBook: Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm GladwellBook: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph MurphyWebsite: Full SlateFacebook: Lynn A. RobinsonTwitter: Lynn A. RobinsonView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep75See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Inspiring team-builder Thomas Mangum shares what it REALLY takes to have a championship team. You'll Learn The three key ingredients of a championship team. The basic two-part equation for modeling champions. How to turn breakdowns into breakthroughs. About Thomas Thomas draws on over 30 years of experience helping leading companies build championship teams that win. His client roster includes Boeing, Cisco, Oracle, Sony, Shell, DuPont, Northrop Grumman, Liberty Mutual, Johnson & Johnson, Volkswagen, Bose and many more. As a​ dynamic speaker, a memorable facilitator, and provocative coach, he draws on diverse experiences as an entrepreneur, military interrogator, and radio show host. Thomas is known for his team-building training that he brings to world-class brands across the globe. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep74 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor John Kotter walks through the essential components of successful change. You’ll Learn The eight critical steps for sparking change in your organization How you can test drive ideas for your organization at a lower risk How you can find inspiring mentors About John Regarded by many as the worldwide authority on leadership and change, Dr. John Kotter is a New York Times best-selling author, award winning business and management thought leader, business entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and Harvard Professor. His ideas and books, as well as the company he founded, Kotter International, have helped mobilize people around the world to better lead organizations and their own lives, in an era of increasingly rapid change. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep73 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lisa Bodell shares pro-tips on how to declutter our work lives to better focus on what truly matters.You’ll Learn:Tools to eliminate unnecessary complexity in the workplaceA methodology to reclaim 50% of your time spent in meetingsThe optimal attitude that gets your bosses to notice and value youAbout LisaLisa Bodell serves as a global council member of the World Economic Forum; and has helped thousands of senior leaders ignite innovation at Bloomberg, Pfizer, Lockheed Martin, and many others. She has been rated as a top speaker at Google’s client events and is the author of the best-selling book Kill the Company: End the Status Quo, Start an Innovation Revolution, which won the 2014 Axiom Best Business Book Award and was voted Best Business Book by USA Book News and Booz & Co. Her new book, Why Simple Wins, releases October 2016. Lisa is an advisor on the boards of the Association of Professional Futurists; and Novartis’ Diversity and Inclusion Board in Basel, Switzerland. Among her many academic activities, Lisa has taught innovation and creativity at both American and Fordham Universities.Items Mentioned in this Show:Book: Why Simple Wins by Lisa BodellWebsite: Future ThinkTwitter: @LisaBodellBook: Originals by Adam GrantView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep72See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Career coach Angela Copeland shows how to take charge and proactively, intentionally manage your career. You'll learn Warning signs that you’re under appreciated at your job and how to deal A simple, powerful way to highlight your progress and set yourself apart at work Effective interview tactics About Angela Angela Copeland is a career coach and CEO at her firm, Copeland Coaching. She is host of the Copeland Coaching Podcast, columnist for the Career Corner newspaper column, and author of career e-book Breaking The Rules & Getting The Job. Angela’s personal career background gives her the breadth to help job seekers with a variety of different needs, including finding the right job, interviewing, and offer negotiation. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep71 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Rebecca Morgan shares how you can provide the best service to your customers – internal and external.You’ll Learn:Overlooked tactics to better serve your customersThe step-by-step of calming upset customersHow to deal with workplace conflictAbout RebeccaRebecca Morgan, CSP, CMC, is an international speaker, trainer and consultant specializing in creating innovative solutions for workplace effectiveness challenges. She’s appeared on 60 Minutes, Oprah, the Wall Street Journal, National Public Radio and USA Today as well as international media.Rebecca is the bestselling author of 26 books, including Calming Upset Customers, Grow Your Key Talent, Remarkable Customer Service … and Disservice and her just-released book, Extraordinary Leadership Lessons from Everyday People.She partners with clients to accomplish high ROI on their key-talent development projects. Since 1980 she’s transformed executives, managers, salespeople and customer support staff into much more effective workplace contributors.Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: www.rebeccamorgan.comBook: Remarkable Customer Service… and Disservice by Rebecca Morgan Book: Calming Upset Customers by Rebecca Morgan Book: Making a Living Without a Job by Barbara WinterBook: Excuse Me, Your Life is Waiting  by Lynn GrabhornBook: Extraordinary Leadership Lessons from Everyday People by Rebecca MorganView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep70See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bestselling rhetorician Jay Heinrichs shows just how powerful and fun this ancient art can be. You'll learn How shifting tenses can ease tensions A huge tip from Donald Trump about speaking in 12-second periods The essential steps of making a persuasive argument About Jay Jay Heinrichs is the author of the bestselling book, Thank You for Arguing: What Aristotle, Lincoln, and Homer Simpson Can Teach Us About the Art of Persuasion. His most recent book, Word Hero, teaches how to craft memorable content. Combining tested tools of classical rhetoric with modern neuroscience, Jay has given presentations, workshops, and consults around the world. Jay has served clients including Southwest Airlines, NASA, the Pentagon, Walmart, Ogilvy UK, Mindshare, the National Association of Realtors, Harvard, Dartmouth, University of Virginia, Beachbody, and Kaiser Permanente.He maintains one of the leading language websites, Figarospeech.com, along with Arguelab.com.With more than 30 years in publishing as a writer, editor, and executive, Jay has written for several dozen publications, from The New York Times Magazine to Reader’s Digest. View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep69 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.