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In a world that seems to be addicted to taking shortcuts, hacks and taking the easy path, this week's guest pushes back on that narrative. He believes that we should strategically seek out times to do "necessary evils." He explains why getting out of our comfort zone is fundamental to our growth. Why is it beneficial and when should we do it? Show notes: Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University's International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. He also holds a Master's Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in International Affairs from Brown University. Andy's work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. https://www.andymolinsky.com/ Book: "Reach: A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone, Rise to the Challenge and Build Confidence" Book: "Global Dexterity: How to Adapt Your Behavior Across Cultures Without Losing Yourself in the Process" Reach Andy at: personalchangesystems@gmail.com Learn more about Forging Mettle: www.forgingmettleacademy.com
Would you willingly step out of your comfort zone? Staying inside our “comfort zone” can make us feel safe and in control, but is it truly the best thing for us? Being in the Zoom existence that Covid-19 brought, it's easier to just stay where you are comfortable and not challenged. There are some people who help others develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones. Andy Molinsky, a Professor at Brandeis University's International Business School, is one of them. In this episode of The New Nomad, Andy joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski for another knowledge-filled episode about being comfortable outside your cultural comfort zone. They also shared their experiences in being out of their own comfort bubble and the good and not so good things they got from it. This episode teaches people how to adapt and adjust their behavior in a new culture - an interesting episode that brings light to cultural flexibility necessary in this digital day and age.[2:52] Working out your resilience[10:16] Creating trust and intimacy, virtually[12:16] Embracing the uncomfortable: conviction, customization, and clarity[18:59] Accepting our differences[20:22] Not everything about culture matters[25:49] Passing our stories to the next generationGUEST BIO:Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University's International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. He also holds a Master's Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in International Affairs from Brown University. Andy's work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. Andy Molinsky Links:Website: https://www.andymolinsky.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymolinsky/Twitter: https://twitter.com/andymolinsky?lang=enFollow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: @insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com
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Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University's International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. He also holds a Master's Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in International Affairs from Brown University. Andy's work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. In today's conversation with us, Andy unpacks common avoidance strategies that even highly successful people use to avoid going outside their comfort zone, the five psychological barriers present and why it's so hard, and how to get beyond our avoidance tactics so we can learn, grow, and achieve our goals. We also explore cultural comfort zones and why it's important to learn how other cultures operate so we communicate and work effectively together despite cultural norms that may be quite different. If you've ever been afraid of doing something new, you'll enjoy this refreshing look at growing beyond your comfort zone, how to do it authentically and confidently so you can achieve your dreams. Enjoy! Key Takeaways Even famous people like Gandhi, Adele and Hugh Grant have experienced anxiety when going outside their comfort zone. Five surprising psychological barriers to getting outside our comfort zone include: Authenticity, Likeability, Competence, Resentment, and Morality Avoiding doesn't make it easier; it actually makes it harder. Learn how to avoid avoidance. It's an opportunity for self discovery and you may find that you're better at it than you thought. Step outside your comfort zone on a regular basis – otherwise you'll forget what you learned and lose the confidence that you gained. Receive Your Free Gifts A Guide To 10 Cultural Codes Around The World 10 Powerful Questions For Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone Books Global Dexterity Reach Connect With Andy Molinsky Website: www.andymolinsky.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MolinskyAndy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymolinsky/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/andymolinsky
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. He also holds a Master’s Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in International Affairs from Brown University. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences.
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones in work and life. He has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, and the Financial Times among others. His first book, Global Dexterity received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation among others. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. Andy shares how his experience in research and training professionals and small business owners has helped him develop systems to help people move out of their comfort zones. He describes one of his techniques to Matt and Dan and shares how small business owners can identify tasks that are out of their comfort zone and leverage on them to create the most impact in their business. You can connect with Andy through his website and social media platforms: Website: http://www.andymolinsky.com/ Twitter: @andymolinksy Facebook: @MolinskyAndy LinkedIn: Andy Molinksy YouTube: Andy Molinsky You can get Andy’s book Reach: A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone, Rise to the Challenge and Build Confidence, here. Andy also has a couple of checklists for SPRH Podcast listeners. The first is a free guide to 10 cultural codes from around the world. The second is Andy’s very best tips on stepping outside your comfort zone at work. --- Remember to subscribe to the SPRH Podcast on iTunes or on the Podcast Addict App on Android, rate it and share it with your friends, family, and colleagues! Start your day with the right positive affirmations by joining Dan’s The Success Happens Movement Facebook group. Are you taking massive action in your life? Want to share your successes and support others who are also taking massive action? Then join Matt’s Facebook group The 3% Tribe.
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University's International Business School, has Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. His writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and his new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017.
Today’s guest is Andy Molinsky, Professor of Business and Psychology at Brandeis University and author Reach (https://www.amazon.com/Reach-Strategy-Outside-Challenge-Confidence/dp/0399574026/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8) . Topics include: Empowering yourself to leap outside your comfort zones How to create the conditions that lead to success Psychological roadblocks that can prevent you from taking the necessary leap Why having courage is one of the keys to overcoming fear The conviction strategy: finding that powerful source of motivation Using customization to create authenticity in your approach to life Finding clarity and the importance of keeping catastrophic thoughts at bay Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. He also holds a Master’s Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in International Affairs from Brown University. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. Andy’s research and writing has been featured in publications such as Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity, received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His latest book, Reach, was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. Learn more about Andy Molinsky at Twitter (https://twitter.com/andymolinsky) . (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/smashing-the-plateau) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn 0Shares
In this week’s episode, we talk with Andy Molinsky, a professor of organizational behavior at Brandeis University’s International Business School, specializing in behavior change and cross-cultural interaction in business settings. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. Andy’s research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. Find out more about Andy here: www.andymolinsky.com “Reaching beyond your comfort zone is hard to do, but it’s hard for a set of very predictable reasons. Once you recognize these reasons, you can start to develop a plan for addressing them.” - Andy Molinski ANNOUNCEMENT! We are excited to introduce our new Time + Energy Mastery Digital Program. We’ve been working hard on a productivity time and energy training that you can do in the comfort of your home. We give you all the tools you need to level up your productivity in your work and your life. This includes worksheets, downloads, strategies, and access to us. Work smarter without even having to put pants on! Sign up at http://www.bestlifeever.buzz/productivity Please help us reach more ears! Leave us an itunes review! Come play with us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube!facebook.com/blebuzzinstagram.com/blebuzzpinterest.com/blebuzzyouTube.com
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences.
Andy Molinsky is a Professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School, with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychology. Andy received his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and M.A. in Psychology from Harvard University. Andy’s work helps people develop the insights and courage necessary to act outside their personal and cultural comfort zones when doing important, but challenging, tasks in work and life. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc. Magazine, Psychology Today, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, NPR and Voice of America. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press, 2013), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world, including Boeing, AIG, the US Air Force Academy, and the Clinton Foundation, among others. His new book Reach was published with Penguin Random House in January 2017. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences. To learn more about Provocative Enlightenment Radio, go to http://www.provocativeenlightenment.com