Podcasts about it leaders

Joshua Garverink, co-author of the Azure Integration Guide for Business, discusses journey into the tech industry, his experiences with Azure, and the importance of cloud integration for IT leaders.The conversation covers various themes including the benefits of moving to Azure, the cultural shifts required for cloud adoption, architectural considerations for cloud migration, the significance of network design, and the financial implications of cloud services through FinOps.In this conversation, Jetro and Josh discuss the critical aspects of cloud operations, focusing on Cloud FinOps, automation, cybersecurity, and the Azure ecosystem.They emphasize the importance of investing in skills for IT operations, the role of automation in enhancing security, and best practices for OLTP systems in Azure.The discussion also covers the significance of governance and security in cloud operations, the reality of serverless computing, and the future of Azure with technological innovations.CHAPTERS(00:00:00) INTRO (00:00:42) Introduction to Azure Integration and Author Background (00:05:33) Unlocking Opportunities with Azure for IT Leaders (00:10:09) Cultural Shifts in Cloud Adoption (00:12:04) Architectural Considerations for Cloud Migration (00:16:39) The Importance of Network Design in Azure (00:21:50) Understanding Cloud Costs and FinOps (00:25:12) Understanding Cloud FinOps and Cost Management (00:25:45) The Importance of Automation in Cloud Operations (00:30:33) Investing in Skills for IT Operations (00:31:38) The Role of Automation in Cybersecurity (00:32:09) Best Practices for OLTP Systems in Azure (00:35:07) Exploring the Azure Ecosystem for Data Analytics (00:37:33) Serverless Computing: Hype or Reality? (00:43:28) Governance and Security in Cloud Operations (00:45:47) The Future of Azure and Technological Innovations

An interview with Peter Kristof on spotlighting the space ecosystem in Hungary.Peter is a multiple award-winning space professional, innovation expert, exited startup founder, corporate executive, and strategic consultant in digitalization, venture capital, as well as technology and economic development. He is a sought-after speaker at domestic and international conferences on these topics.Serving as the chief innovation officer for DATelite, noted as a qualified Earth Observation solution provider, he realizes flagship projects aimed at digitalization, the creation of innovation ecosystems, and the development of the space and defense sectors, alongside colleagues with decades of international experience. As a leading expert and researcher for OpenExO with global presence, he investigates the connections and mechanisms of impact between disruptive innovations, accelerating technological advancement, and organizational and national economic transitions. As a member of the advisory board for Stradamus Inc., he deals with equity financing, creation of venture capital funds, and transaction advisory. Very recently, he joined KickSky Space Tech Accelerator and NATO DIANA as senior mentor. Recently, he co-founded the Space Lab at Obuda University, a cross-disciplinary unit fostering space research, engineering and student innovation.In his social-professional roles, he works on strengthening the regional innovation culture as the vice president and space and defense working group lead of the Hungarian Association for Innovation, president of the Society of IT Leaders, and invited lecturer at University of Pécs and John von Neumann University. As the member of the advisory board of the Infotér Association, he organizes Central and Eastern Europe's largest Space&DefenseConference.ResourcesInfoter Conference 2025 - Space and Defense Day: 14-16 October 2025Hungarian Space Kaleidoscope 2023/2024Obuda University Space LabUNISPACE Hungary 4iG GroupAxiom 4 Mission - with Hungarian astronautHosts:  SpaceBase Founder Emeline Paat-DahlstromIf you are keen to join the Global Space Enablers Network either as an individual or an organization, check out spaceenablers.net  We also hold periodic online Net-Connect networking sessions. GSEN Net Connect #4:  13 May 2025, 2pm CEST.  RSVP Support the showSupport the show

In this episode of ThinkCast, we're sharing the unique Gartner view on how CIOs and other IT executives can set their own pace in the AI innovation races — whether it's leading the charge, following trailblazing vendors or embracing the transformative influence on employees and society. This recording, delivered by Distinguished VP Analysts Mary Mesaglio and Hung LeHong, is excerpted from the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2024 Opening Keynote in Orlando, FL. Dig Deeper Read More: Strategies for AI-Steady and AI-Accelerated Organizations https://gtnr.it/3WnYGdl  Reserve Your Spot: The Premier Conferences for CIOs and IT Leaders https://gtnr.it/3UpD6Ei   

What is an architect? What do they or should they do? What's the difference between a solution architect and an applications architect? Do we even need architects anymore?In this episode of the Steering Engineering Podcast, host, Danny Brian, and co-host, Brent Stewart, are joined by Gartner Distinguished VP Analyst, Anne Thomas, to explore these questions and determine how the role of architect should be defined in software engineering.Anne Thomas is a VP and distinguished analyst in the Software Engineering Strategies team in the Gartner for IT Leaders research group. Ms. Thomas covers application architecture and infrastructure. Her current major topics include application architecture, application platforms, cloud-native, microservices, APIs, modernization and open-source strategies. 

DORA - the EU's Digital Operational Resiliency Act - will take effect in January of 2025 and is currently top of mind for IT Leaders across all financial service institutions that operate in the European Union. But what is DORA really? Why is this important? How can institutions meet the DORA requirements? What is the role of observability, automation and AI in all of this?To answer all those and more questions we invited Kay Young, Sr Principal Product Manager at Dynatrace, who has been working with organizations around the globe that have been tasked to implement regulations such as DORA, GDPR, FedRAMP or others.In our conversation we also touch base on the third-party risk management as well as resiliency testing and incident reporting.Resources we discussed:Kay's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlien-young-4a156730/What is DORA blog: https://www.dynatrace.com/news/blog/what-is-dora/Taming DORA compliance: https://www.dynatrace.com/news/blog/taming-dora-compliance-with-ai-observability-and-security/Blog on Dynatrace's DORA compliance journey: https://www.dynatrace.com/news/blog/the-dynatrace-journey-toward-dora-compliance/Beyond DORA compliance: https://www.dynatrace.com/news/blog/dora-how-dynatrace-helps-the-financial-sector-stay-resilient/

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurity Dan Lohrmann is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader, keynote speaker, and author with over 30 years of experience. He served as Chief Security Officer, CTO, and CISO for Michigan's government and received numerous national awards, including CSO of the Year and Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leader. He has advised top-level government and business leaders, including at the White House and U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Currently, Dan is the Field CISO for Presidio and co-author of Cyber Mayday and the Day After, a guide for managing business disruptions. 00:00 Snippet 01:59 Our Guest 09:13 Was Cybersecurity a term back then? 13:05 Everybody keeps getting breached, Why? 19:00 Creating a culture 32:50 Trust but Verify mentality 45:53 Stopping Online Fraud 52:13 Bring your own AI 57:05 Cyber Mayday ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To read about Dan visit https://www.govtech.com/authors/dan-lohrmann.html To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SOCIAL MEDIA: Stay connected with us on our social media pages where we'll give you snippets, alerts for new podcasts, and even behind the scenes of our studio! Instagram: @securityconfidential and @Darkrhiinosecurity Facebook: @Dark-Rhiino-Security-Inc Twitter: @darkrhiinosec LinkedIn: @dark-rhiino-security Youtube: @DarkRhiinoSecurity ​

Cyber Security Pros: Awareness vs. Action & The CrowdStrike Controversy Explained Join host Jim Love in this episode of 'Cyber Security Today' as he delves into a recent survey revealing a disconnect between awareness and action among global security professionals regarding unauthorized software use. Learn about the risks of shadow IT and AI applications, and the startling admittance of security pros themselves using unapproved SaaS. Additionally, explore the two latest stories from the CrowdStrike disaster, including the fallout between CrowdStrike and Delta Airlines, and the surprising involvement of Microsoft. Finally, hear about the importance of having a solid resiliency and recovery plan amidst these challenges. Tune in for these insights and more. 00:00 Introduction and Survey Findings 00:45 Shadow IT Risks and AI Concerns 02:17 CrowdStrike Controversy: Delta Airlines Incident 04:36 Microsoft's Response to Delta's Criticism 05:43 Lessons for IT Leaders 06:23 Show Conclusion and Host Announcement

Guest Bio: Mark Schwartz joined AWS as an Enterprise Strategist and Evangelist in July 2017. In this role, Mark works with enterprise technology executives to share experiences and strategies for how the cloud can help them increase speed and agility while devoting more of their resources to their customers. Mark has extensive experience as an IT leader in the government, private sector, and the nonprofit world, and with organizations ranging from startup to large. Prior to joining AWS, he was CIO of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (in the Department of Homeland Security), where he led a large digital transformation effort, moving the agency to the cloud, introducing and refining DevOps and Agile techniques, and adopting user-centric design approaches. From his work at USCIS, he developed a reputation for leading transformation in organizations that are resistant to change, obsessed with security, subject to considerable regulation and oversight, and deeply bureaucratic. Before USCIS, Mark was CIO of Intrax Cultural Exchange, a leader in global youth exchange programs, and CEO of a software company. Mark is the author of The Art of Business Value , A Seat at the Table: IT Leadership in the Age of Agility, War, Peace and IT and The Delicate Art of Bureaucracy. Mark speaks at conferences internationally on such subjects as DevOps, Leading Change, Driving Innovation in IT, and Managing Agility in Bureaucratic Organizations. He has been recognized as a Computerworld Premier IT Leader and received awards for Leadership in Technology Innovation, the Federal 100 IT Leaders, and a CIO Magazine 100 award. Mark has both a BS and MA degree from Yale University, and an MBA from Wharton.   Social Media/ Website: Mark's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innovativecio Mark's AWS Executive Insights page with links to all his blogs posts and books https://aws.amazon.com/ar/executive-insights/enterprise-strategists/mark-schwartz/  Books/ Resources: The Delicate Art of Bureaucracy: Digital Transformation with the Monkey, the Razor and the Sumo Wrestler by Mark Schwartz https://www.amazon.co.uk/Delicate-Art-Bureaucracy-Transformation-Wrestler-ebook/dp/B086XM4WCK/ The Art of Business Value by Mark Schwartz https://www.amazon.co.uk/Art-Business-Value-Mark-Schwartz/dp/1942788045 A Seat at the Table: IT Leadership in the Age of Agility by Mark Schwartz https://www.amazon.co.uk/Seat-Table-Leadership-Age-Agility/dp/1942788118/ War, Peace and IT: Business Leadership, Technology, and Success in the Digital Age by Mark Schwartz https://www.amazon.co.uk/War-Peace-Business-Leadership-Technology/dp/1942788711 Reaching Cloud Velocity: A Leader's Guide to Success in the AWS Cloud by Jonathan Allen et al https://www.amazon.co.uk/Reaching-Cloud-Velocity-Leaders-Success/dp/B086PTDP51 Ahead in the Cloud: Best Practices for Navigating the Future of Enterprise IT by Stephen Orban https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ahead-Cloud-Practices-Navigating-Enterprise-ebook/dp/B07BYQTGJ7 Engineers of Victory: The Problem Solvers Who Turned the Tide in the Second World War by Paul Kennedy https://www.amazon.co.uk/Engineers-Victory-Problem-Solvers-Turned-ebook/dp/B00ADNPCC0 The Phoenix Project: A Novel About IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win by Gene Kim https://www.amazon.co.uk/Phoenix-Project-Devops-Helping-Business/dp/1942788290/ The Unicorn Project: A Novel about Developers, Digital Disruption, and Thriving in the Age of Data by Gene Kim https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unicorn-Project-Disruption-Redshirts-Overthrowing/dp/1942788762   Interview Transcript Ula Ojiaku:  Mark, thank you so much for making the time for this conversation. Mark Schwartz: Thank you, my pleasure. Ula Ojiaku: Great. Now let's start with you know, the question I usually ask my guests: who's Mark? What makes him tick? Mark Schwartz:  And they can answer that question. It's not a hard one. where to start? Um, you know, I always enjoy my work. That's a thing about me. I like to think that people have fun working with me because I tend to laugh a lot. And even you know, when the work is boring, I find ways to make it interesting. I just enjoy doing things and accomplishing things. I think if we're going to talk about my books, and some of the things I've done later, an important thing to realize is that, I started out, you know, when I went, when I was in high school, when I went to college, I was pretty sure I wanted to study computer science and get involved with these computer things. But when I was actually studying, I realized there were all these other interesting areas, I'm just, you know, endlessly curious. And so, I wound up studying all kinds of other things, in addition. And the result was that when I finished college, I decided to go to graduate school in philosophy. And I spent a few years getting a master's degree in philosophy. And the fact that I'm curious about so many things and read so many different things, I think it enters into a lot of what I do. I like to pull analogies from non-IT related fields and, and, and I'll call upon all the things I've learned in all sorts of different areas, as I'm writing and speaking and working. Ula Ojiaku:  It shines through in your book, definitely. Mark Schwartz:  Yes, I think it does. That's partly an explanation for what you see in my books. I think, um, you know, I sometimes say that I have trouble reading business books generally. Because I kind of find them boring. They tend to make the same point over and over again, and to be very just so one directional, you know, just on the same subject, and it's a little bit odd because in every other subject, the books tend to refer to other books in other fields and there's this extra dimension and that helps you understand what the author is getting at. But in business books, they, you know, aside from having a quote now and then from a famous leader or something, they don't tend to do that, they don't, they don't sort of call upon the whole history of literature and writing. And so, I have a little bit of fun in writing my books in trying to see if I can add an extra dimension just by reference and by bringing in other things that are a little bit orthogonal to the subject matter. Ula Ojiaku:  And that kind of, you know, brings home the point that life isn't black and white. It's actually a complex or a complex kind of, you know, maze and of different disciplines, different ideologies and different viewpoints that make it what it is really. Mark Schwartz:  Yeah well, of course, that was part of the fun of my recent book on Bureaucracy. You know, because I know we all, we want to throw up when we encounter bureaucracy, you know, it disturbs us in so many ways. And one of the things I wanted to say in the book is, well, actually bureaucracy is all around you all the time in unexpected places and it usually doesn't drive you crazy, actually. Yeah... Ula Ojiaku:  Well, I have a lot of questions for you on your book, The Delicate Art of Bureaucracy, which is a catchy, catchy title on its own, very clever. But before we get to that, what do you do when you're not working? I know, you said you love work and you've also said that you're curious about so many things, which means that you read broadly - that's my interpretation. So, what do you do when you're not ‘working'? Mark Schwartz:  Yes, I read broadly, is one thing. In the past, I played the guitar a lot. And I don't quite as much lately. I don't know why, you know, I'll start doing it again. I'm sure at some point. But while I was living in San Francisco, I was actually playing in bars and coffee shops, I have a singer, who I performed with. Ula Ojiaku: Really? Wow! Mark Schwartz: And that was really fun. And then the other thing I do is travel, I've really traveled a lot. And, yeah, there was one period in my life where for about five years, I was bumming around the world with a backpack with you know, occasional returns to the States to work a little bit and make some money and then go traveling again. So, one of the joys of my current job is that, I get to do a lot of traveling to interesting places. Ula Ojiaku:  So, where would you say is your ideal getaway destination? Mark Schwartz:  Oh, let's see. I'm a big fan of Brazil. That, I have good friends there and it's really nice to see them and the atmosphere is always kind of fun there. Ula Ojiaku: Okay. Mark Schwartz: I don't know what I've discovered so many places around the world that I've really loved being. I lived in Japan for a year and that is a place that I love to go to, especially for the food. Yeah, I like good food. But I don't know I've found so many places that made me feel like I'd like to spend more time there. And of course, you can't really spend more time everywhere. Ula Ojiaku:  Interesting. So, let's, let's go to your book, “The Art of Delicate Bureaucracy”. What was the inspiration behind that book? Mark Schwartz:  Well, for all of my books, before I wrote, before I wrote them, I was thinking, ‘why hasn't anybody else written a book on this topic?' People don't write books on bureaucracy, at least not, you know, popular books, there are academic books on bureaucracy. And the same thing happened to me with my first book, “The Art of Business Value”, where I said to myself, we keep talking about business value in the IT world, like, is it obvious what it means? You know, what, why isn't anybody writing a book about what business value means? So, bureaucracy is one of those things. I have a lot of experience with it first of all, I was a CIO in a government agency. But it turns out, it's not just the government, whenever I tell people about my government experience, when I speak at a conference, people come up to me afterwards and say, ‘Oh, my company's just like that. I work for a financial services company; we have lots of bureaucracy'. And I work with a lot of people who are trying to pull off some sort of digital transformation, which is change on a big scale, that's changing traditional organizations on a big scale. And bureaucracy is always in their way because bureaucracy tends to resist change; it strongly tends to resist change. So, if you're doing a big change, then you're probably going to come up against it. So, I thought maybe with my experience as a bureaucrat, or at least experience in the big bureaucracy, I could give some pointers to people who are trying to cause big change, and yet are facing bureaucratic obstacles. And I can't imagine that there's any organization, at least any large organization that does not have bureaucratic obstacles to digital transformation. So, that got me started on it. And then as I started to think about bureaucracy and research it, I realized this is actually a really interesting topic. Ula Ojiaku:  You had an interesting introduction to the book. You said, “we are bureaucrats all.” Why that claim, you actually were saying, everyone is a bureaucrat, and I know you made a statement that's similar to that earlier on in this conversation - why? Mark Schwartz:  Well, of course, I have to define in the book, what I mean by bureaucracy and all that. And I follow the generally what's accepted as the academic definition. It mostly comes from the sociologist Max Vabre, who is writing around 1920. And, and he talks a lot about bureaucracy, and it's fairly complicated, but I simplify it in the book. Basically, what it comes down to is a bureaucracy is a way of organizing socially, that has rigid formal roles for people and rigid formal rules. And that's the essence of it. You know, bureaucracy, there are rules and they have to be applied uniformly to everybody. And there's a division of labor and you know, a hierarchy. So, it has rigid roles of people who have to sign off on things and approve things. So, with that is the definition. I think it, it connects with the very human tendency to try to structure things and constantly improve them and optimize them. So, if you find a good way of doing something, you tend to turn it into a rule, you know, this is the way it should be done from now on. Ula Ojiaku: Best practice! Mark Schwartz: It's the best practice. Yeah, yeah, exactly. And also, we, in, social organization, we'd like people to be accountable or responsible for things. And we know that you can't hold somebody accountable unless they have authority to perform their role. So, when you put those things together, it's very natural for us to set up these organizational systems, where we assign roles to people, and give them authority, and we make rules that encapsulate the best way to do things. And, essentially, that's bureaucracy. So, bureaucracy, I find, is everywhere around us in one form or another. But it doesn't drive us crazy most of the time, so we don't notice it. Ula Ojiaku:  Maybe if it's serving us, then we wouldn't notice it. But… Mark Schwartz:  It does serve. And if you look at the cases where it does drive us crazy, they have certain things in common. And in the book, I say there are three characteristics that bureaucracies often take on which they don't need to, it's not part of the definition of bureaucracy, but they often take on these characteristics. And it's those three characteristics that are what drive us crazy. And so, the goal, ultimately is to eliminate those three characteristics or turn them into something else. Ula Ojiaku: I know that the listeners would be curious to know what the three characteristics of bureaucracy that drive us crazy are? Is that so or should I just tell them go buy the book? Mark Schwartz: Yeah, go buy the book! Well, let me tell you the three characteristics, and also their opposite, which is what we really want. So, the first characteristic that drives us crazy, I think, is that bureaucracies tend to be bloated instead of lean, that would be the opposite in my view. There's no reason why a bureaucracy has to be bloated and wasteful. It could be lean, but it's one of those things that bureaucracy tends to become. So that's the first one. The second one is that bureaucracies tend to petrify, as opposed to learning. So, when I say petrifies, I mean that the rules and the bureaucracy don't change, or don't change as often as they should, or don't change continuously, which is really what rules should do. Now, that's not necessarily a characteristic of bureaucracy, but the definition, the definition says the rules have to be applied rigorously. You know, once you have a rule, everybody has to follow it. But it doesn't say that the rules have to stay the same forever, they can change. The opposite of a petrified bureaucracy is a learning bureaucracy, where the rules are constantly adjusted, based on what the people in the organization learn. And there are plenty of good examples of learning bureaucracies out there. And your goal is to transform the one into the other, the petrified into the learning. The third is, bureaucracies tend to be coercive, rather than enabling. Coercive, meaning that they're there to control employee behavior, to force employees to behave in ways that otherwise they wouldn't want to. They tend to be ‘no' saying, they say ‘no', a lot. Your bureaucracy for your expense reporting policy in your company probably says, ‘no that expense is no good because X Y and Z.' There are plenty of examples of enabling bureaucracies, where the point is not to stop you from doing things or force you to do something you don't want to. But the bureaucracy provides a support structure, provide best practices, as you said, that help you do your job well. And there's no reason why bureaucracies can't do that. So, the three bad characteristics are bloat, coercion, and petrify. Ula Ojiaku: Okay, nice. So, it sounds like the way you've described bureaucracy, when you look at it from a positive slant, would it be the same thing as guardrails, putting guardrails in place, or giving people the right degree of freedom? Mark Schwartz: Yeah, that's exactly the idea. What I find is that guardrails and automation are ways of implementing bureaucracy, that lead to those three good characteristics rather than the bad ones. Let's say in software development, in DevOps, for example, it's a good idea to put guardrails, security guardrails, for example, around what people can do, and automated security tests and things like that. Because then the developers or the DevOps teams, they can go charging ahead full speed, knowing that they can't do anything wrong, you know, because the guardrails are there. And they get immediate feedback, if they do something that's going to put them outside the guardrails and they can just immediately fix it. So, it's very empowering for them, lets them move fast. And it also gets rid of that coercive element of you know, I write some code and then somebody comes in afterwards and says, ‘no, you can't deploy that'. That's annoying. Instead, I can run the security tests myself, as a developer, see if there's anything that's problematic, fix it right away if I want to, so it's all under my control. But the end result is still the same. The bureaucracy is still there. It's just automated and implemented as guardrails. Ula Ojiaku:  It's enabling, like you said before, instead of hindering. Mark Schwartz:  And it's lean, because it's very inefficient and wasteful, if you write some code, and then at the very end of the development process, somebody finds a security flaw. And now you have to remember what you were doing. And, you know, go back and relearn your code and make changes then, so that's wasteful, as opposed to lean. It's coercive, as opposed to enabling. And if you're good at doing these things, then you keep updating your guardrails and your security tests based on new security threats you learn about or new policies or whatever. So, you make a learning bureaucracy as well. Ula Ojiaku:  Interesting. In the book as well, you said you want us to be calm, chaos monkeys, knights of Ockham, lean sumo wrestlers, very interesting oxymoron there. And you know, black belt experts, could you tell us more about those terms? Why did you use those terms? Mark Schwartz:  Because they made me laugh of course. Ula Ojiaku: Well, they made me laugh too. Mark Schwartz: So, I thought about what I learned about coping with bureaucracy, especially in my government job, but also from reading and from talking to other people. And I realized I had about, you know, 30 techniques for coping with bureaucracy, I call them plays. And I just grabbed those 30 techniques, but I thought about it, and I realized they divided into three. And the three, I could sort of associate with a personality, almost. You know, that these 10 plays are associated with this personality, these 10 plays are associated with this one. And I came up with these three personalities that I thought describe those plays. And the three personalities are the monkey, and the razor, and the sumo wrestler. And, you know, I think, I could stop right there, because it's probably obvious why I associate those with these plays, but I will go a little further. Ula Ojiaku: Please… Mark Schwartz: So, I realized that some of the things we did, the ones that I call the plays of the monkey, the way of the monkey, those things had to do with provoking. You know, monkeys are mischievous, provocative, and sometimes annoying. And a bunch of the techniques had to do with trying to be provocative. And the razor and I'll give you some examples in a minute. The razor, to me is all about being lean. It's about trimming away waste. And it also refers to the philosophical principle of Ockham's razor. Ockham was a medieval philosopher, right, William of Ockham. And he's generally credited with an idea that something like if you have a choice between a simple explanation, and a complicated explanation, you should prefer the simple one. That's not really what he said. But that's, that's what most people associated with him. That's the principle of Ockham's razor. And, and so it's called a principle of ontological parsimony, meaning, you shouldn't presuppose the existence of more things than you need to, in order to explain something. So, you know, don't make up nymphs. And you know, I don't know, water dryads and whatever's to explain something that you can equally just explain through simple physical laws. Ula Ojiaku:  Just saying, 'keep it simple...' Mark Schwartz:  Yeah, keep it simple, in a way, right? So that's called the principle of ontological parsimony. And I said, there's a similar principle of bureaucratic parsimony, which says that if you're trying to implement a control, and you can do it in a simple way, or you could do it in a really complicated way, do it a simple way. And so, it's a principle of leanness because I find that bureaucracies, when they get bloated, they have these really complicated wasteful ways of doing something that they could they could accomplish exactly the same thing, but in a simpler way. So that's the razor. And then a sumo wrestler. Well, Sumo is the sport where, you know, two massive people sort of bang into each other, right? And the goal is you want to push your opponent out of the ring, or you want to make them fall and touch the ground with something other than their feet. And if you can do either of those things, you win. So, if you're a big massive person and you're trying to accomplish those things, you might think that the best thing to do is charge your opponent and push really hard. But if your opponent then just either dodges or just is soft and lets you push, well, you're probably going to go flying out of the ring, right? So, one of the principles in Sumo is you want to use your opponent's strength against them. And if they push hard, now, go ahead, give them a little pull. And, you know, let them push even harder. And I realized that some of these techniques for overcoming bureaucracy have to do with using bureaucracy actually, on your side, you know, the using the strength of bureaucracy against it. So that's why the sumo wrestler. So, I'll give you examples now on each one, now that I've described my three personalities. So, the monkey does what is sometimes referred to as provoking and inspecting or provoking and observing, in parallel with the Agile principle of inspect and adapt. So, provoke and observe, what the monkey does is try something that's probably outside the rules, or at least is, you know, a borderline and watches what happens. So, an example where we use this is that we have these rules in Homeland Security that essentially said, if you were going to do an IT project, you have to produce 87 documents. And each document had a template, and you have to fill in each section of the template. And these documents would run to hundreds of pages. And so, using the persona of the monkey, let's say, we started to turn in these documents. But in each section of the template, we just wrote a one sentence, one sentence answer, you know, we're very short answer instead of writing pages and pages. And we wanted to see what would happen if we did that, because there was no rule that said, it had to be a really long answer. And eventually, we started to provoke even more, we just left out sections that we thought didn't make any sense for what we were doing. And all of this was unprecedented, you know, it caused a lot of fear. It turned out, and this sometimes happens, that the enforcers of this policy, they were happy when they said, “We've never wanted anybody to write these really long answers to these things, we have to read them. And you know, the intention wasn't to slow people down. As long as you're giving us the right information. That's all we need.” So, in this case, provoking just it turned out that we could defeat a bunch of bureaucracy there, we could, we could make things a lot leaner because nobody objected. But sometimes people do object. And if they do, then you learn exactly what the resistance is, who it is, is resisting, and that gives you valuable information, when you're trying to figure out how to overcome it. So that's the monkey. You know, let's try something a little playful and mischievous, and see what happens. The razor, well, that one follows also on my 87 documents, because we then set up an alternative way of doing things that had only 15 documents. And where there had been 13 gate reviews required for each project. We reduced it to two. And so, all we did, you know, we just used our little razor to trim away all the excess stuff that was in the bureaucratic requirements. And then we showed people that those 15 documents and those two gate reviews accomplished exactly the same thing as the 87 documents and the 13 gate reviews. That's the principle of the razor, that's how the razor works. The sumo wrestler, also a favorite of mine. So, we were trying to convince the bureaucracy to let us do DevOps and to be agile, and it was resisting. And people kept pointing to a policy that said, you can't do these things. And so, we wrote our own policy. And it was a very good bureaucratic policy looked exactly like every bureaucratic document out there. But it essentially said you must use DevOps and you must be agile on it, you know, it set up a perfect bureaucracy around that it's set up ways of checking to make sure everybody was using DevOps. And the theory behind it was the auditors when they came to audit us and said we were being naughty because we were doing DevOps. Their argument was we looked at the policy and we looked at what you're doing, and they were different. And that's the way auditing works. That was the, you know, GAO, the Government Accountability Office, and the Inspector General and all that. So, we figured if we had a policy that said you must do DevOps, and they audited us, well, they would actually be enforcing the policy, you know, they'd be criticizing any part of the organization that was not using DevOps and I thought that's great. So, this is how you use the strength of the bureaucracy against the bureaucracy or not really, against even, you know, it's perfectly good, perfect… Ula Ojiaku:  To help the bureaucracy yeah, to help them to improve, improve the organization. But thinking about the monkey though, being provocative and mischievous, do you think that there has to be an element of you know, relationship and trust in place first, before… you can't just you know… you're new, and you've just gotten through the door and you start being a monkey… you probably will be taken back to wherever you came from! What do you think? Mark Schwartz:  Well, it helps if you're giggling while you do it. But you know, I think the goal here is to figure out the right levers that are going to move things. And sometimes you do have to push a little bit hard, you know, you do need to take people out of their comfort zone. Usually, you want to do these things in a way that takes into account people's feelings, and you know, is likely to move them in the right direction, rather than making them dig in their heels. But I'll give you a couple of examples of Monkey tactics that are less comfortable for people. One is simply, you know, there's a status quo bias. It's a known, well-known cognitive bias; people tend to prefer the status quo or look the other way about it's failings and stuff. So often, when you're trying to make a change, people say, we're fine the way we are, you know, everything's okay. So, one of the things the monkey tries to do is, is to make it clear that the status quo is not acceptable, you know, to show people that it actually if they think about it, it's no good. And so, for example, when we decided to move to the cloud, instead of working in our DHS data center, people said - of course at the time it was a big concern, ‘was the cloud secure enough?' And in the persona of the monkey, the right response is, ‘are we secure enough now?' You know, ‘don't you realize that we're not happy with our security posture today?' ‘It's not like, the cloud has proved itself. I mean, we have to compare our security in the cloud versus our security in the data center. And yes, I'm very sure it'll be better in the cloud and here's why…' But you can't start from the assumption that you are fine right now. In general, when we're talking about the cloud, that's the situation. Companies are using their own data centers. And it's like, you know, we have to teach them that they can do better in the cloud. But the truth is that they're not happy in their own data centers, if they think about it, right? There are security issues, there are performance issues, there are cost issues. And they're aware of those issues, right, they just look the other way. And because they're comfortable with the status quo, so the monkey has to sort of shake people up and say, ‘It's not okay, what you're doing now!' Another example, and this is really harsh, and I wouldn't use it in most cases. But let's say that this was in Homeland Security. Let's say that Homeland Security is enforcing a very bureaucratic process that results in IT projects, taking five years instead of six months. And let's say, you know, the process is there on paper, the rules say, ‘Do this', the people are interpreting the rules in a way that makes things take five years. Sometimes, the monkey has to go to somebody who's in their way and say, ‘We are in the Department of Homeland Security, this IT project is going to make people more secure in the homeland. Are you comfortable with the fact that you are preventing people from being more secure for the next four and a half years, when we could…' You know, it's a matter of personalizing it. And that sometimes is what's necessary to get people to start thinking creatively about how they can change the bureaucracy. You know, ‘I hate to say it, but you're a murderer', you know, essentially is the message. It's a monkey message. And like I said, you know, it's not the preferred way to go about doing things. But if you have to, I mean, the lives of people are at stake, and you've got to find a way to get there. Ula Ojiaku:  So how can leaders because your book, The Art of Business Value, in your book, you said that “leaders create the language of the organization, and they set up incentives and define value in a way that elicits desired outcomes.” So, in essence, I understand that statement to mean that leaders set the tone, and you know, kind of create the environment for things to happen. So, how can leaders implement or apply bureaucracy in a way that enables an organization where, before it was seen as a hindrance, how can they do this? Mark Schwartz:  My thought process was, if we all agree, we're gonna try to maximize business value? How do we know what we mean by it? And I realized, a lot of Agile people, you know, people in our Agile and DevOps community, were being a little bit lazy. You know, they were thinking, ‘Oh, business value, you know, it's returns on investment, or, you know, it's up to the business (to define) what's business value.' The tech people just, you know, do the work of providing a solution. And to me, that's too lazy. If you're going to be agile, be it you have to be more proactive about making sure you're delivering business value. So, you have to understand what it means. You have to actually do the work of, you know, figuring out what it means. And what it means is not at all obvious. And, you know, you might think it has something to do with return on investment or shareholder value or something like that. But when you really closely examine it, that is not the right way to define it, when it comes to deciding what its efforts to prioritize and all that that's, you know, the case that the book makes, and I explain why that's true. Instead, I say you have to think of business value within the context of the business's strategy and its objectives as a business. There's no like, abstract, this has more business value than this because we calculated an ROI or something like that, that doesn't work reprioritizing. It's always asked within the context of a particular business strategy. And the business strategy is a direction from leadership. There might be input from everybody else, but ultimately, you have leaders in the organization who are deciding what the strategic objectives are. So, for example, if you are a traditional bank, or traditional financial services company, and you look around you and you see there are all these new FinTech companies that are disrupting the industry, and you're worried, well there are a lot of different ways you can respond to those disruptive FinTechs. And how you're going to choose to respond depends on your preferences, it depends on the situation of your company, in the industry, the history of your company, all of those things. But of the many ways you can respond to that disruption, you're going to choose one as the leader of your enterprise. Well, what adds business value is whatever supports that direction you choose to go. You can't think of business value outside of that direction, you know. That's the case that I make. So, leaders don't just set the tone and the culture there, they're actually setting strategic direction that determines what has business value. And then the people who are executing the agile teams have to take it upon themselves to make sure that whatever they're doing is going to add business value in that sense.   So, the role of leadership then becomes direction setting and visioning for the future and communicating the vision to the people who are working and providing feedback, you know, on whether things are actually adding business value or not . And that's the key responsibility. Now, in order to do that, in order to motivate people to deliver according to that idea of business value, there are certain techniques as a leader that you have to keep in mind, there are ways that you get people, you get a big organization to sort of follow you. And one of the ones that's become most important to me to think about after talking to a lot of leaders about how they're running their organizations, and what's working, is using middle management as a lever for accomplishing those things. So often, I'll talk to leaders of a business, and they'll say, our problem is the frozen middle, middle management is, you know, they're just not changing the way we want, we want to, we want to cause a big transformation, but middle management is getting in the way. And I tell them, ‘that's pretty much a myth.' You know, ‘that's not actually what's happening, let's look more closely at your organization.' Almost always, middle management is still trying to do the best they can, given the situation that they're in. And the way that you get them to align themselves behind the change is, you change their incentives or their role definition, or how you tell them what you're expecting from them, you don't say “change”, you know, and start doing X and Y, you change what success looks like for their position. And then they adapt to it by becoming engaged and finding ways to get there. So, there's almost always a leadership problem when you have that frozen middle effect. And, and I've seen it work really well that, you know, all of a sudden, you get this big leverage, because you just do a little bit of tweaking of role definitions, and bring everybody into solving the problem. And actually, there's an example, I love to talk about a history book, like I said before, I like to bring in other things, right? It's called the Engineers of Victory. And it's about World War Two, the Allies realized that they had to solve a set of problems, I think there was six or so problems. One of them was how do you land troops on a beach that's heavily defended? They realize they were just not going to be able to win the war until they could do that. But nobody knew how to do it. Because, you know, obviously, the bad guys are there on the beach, they're dug in, they put barbed wire everywhere, and mines, and you know, all this stuff. And it's just going to be a slaughter if you try to land on the beach. So, this book, Engineers of Victory, makes the case that what really won the war, was figuring out those solutions. And who was responsible for figuring out those solutions? It was middle management, basically. It was the, you know, within the structure of the army, it was the people not at the top who had big authority, you know, the generals, and it was not the troops themselves, because they weren't in a position to figure out these things. It was middle management that could see across different parts of the organization that could try things and see whether they worked or not, that, you know, essentially could run their own mini skunkworks projects. And eventually, they came up with the solutions to these problems. So, I think that's very encouraging for the role of middle management, you know, that a lot of problems have to be solved at that layer in order to pull off a transformation. And it really can be done. And this is a beautiful example of it. Ula Ojiaku:  It reminds me of, you know, my experience in a few transformation initiatives. So, the middle, the people who are termed to be in the frozen middle, are, like you said, they want to do what's best for the company, and they show up wanting to do their best work, but it's really about finding out, ‘Where do I fit in, (with) all this change that's happening?' You know, ‘if my role is going away, if the teams are going to be more empowered, that means I'm not telling them what to do, but then what do I do now?' So, the clarity of what the ‘New World' means for them, and what's in it for them, would help, you know, make them more effective. Mark Schwartz: And the mistake that's often made is to say to them, ‘start doing DevOps' or, you know, ‘start doing agile or something.' Because if you don't change the definition of success, or you don't change the incentives that, you know, then it's just, make work and they're going to resist it. You know, if you say your incentive is to get really fast feedback or you know, one of the other goals of DevOps, because of the following reasons, it helps the business this way, so let's try to reduce cycle time as much as possible for producing software. Okay, that's a change in the incentive, or the, you know, the definition of success, rather than just telling somebody you have to do DevOps, you know, read a book and figure it out. Ula Ojiaku:  So, what other books because you mentioned the Engineers of Victory, are there any other books you would recommend for the listener to go check out if they wanted to learn more about what we've talked about today? Mark Schwartz:  Well, I think, you know, obviously, my books referred to War and Peace by Tolstoy, Moby Dick, another great one. You know, you probably need to read my books to figure out why those are the right books to read and Engineers of Victory. As I said, I think that one's a great one. Within the field, there are some DevOps books that that I like a lot, of course, Gene Kim's books, The Phoenix Project, and now The Unicorn Project, the sequel to that. Because those are books that give you a feel for the motivation behind all the things that we do. The Mechanics of Things, there are plenty of books out there that help you learn the mechanics of how to do continuous integration and continuous delivery. And then the cloud is I think it's really transformative. You know, it's the cloud itself is a tremendous enabler. I work at AWS, of course but I'm not saying this because I work at AWS, it's more than I work at AWS because I believe these things. And my teammates have written some good books on the cloud. Reaching Cloud Velocity, for example, by Jonathan Allen and Thomas Blood is a great one for reading up on how the cloud can be transformative. But my other teammates, Gregor Hope, has written a number of books that are really good, Stephen Orban did A Head in the Cloud. So, I think those are all… should be at the top of people's reading lists. And then, of course, I recommend my books, because they make me laugh, and they might make you laugh, too. Ula Ojiaku:  Definitely made me laugh, but they've also given me things to think about from a new perspective. So, I totally agree. And so, where can people find you if they want to reach out to you? Mark Schwartz:  Yeah, LinkedIn is a great place to find me. If you're with a company that is an AWS customer, feel free to talk to your account manager, the sales team from AWS and ask them to put you in touch with me, is another easy way. LinkedIn is kind of where I organize my world from so find me there. Ula Ojiaku:  Okay. Sounds great. And any final words for the audience or for the listeners. Mark Schwartz:  Um, I, I have found that these things that you want to do to take advantage of the digital world, and I think we're all sort of pointing ourselves in that direction, there are these amazing things you can do in the digital world. They're sometimes challenging to get there, but it's very possible to get there. And one thing I've learned a lot at Amazon is the idea of working backwards, you know, you get that picture in your head for where you want to be and then you say to yourself, ‘I can get there. Let me work backwards and figure out what I have to do in order to get there.' And you might be wrong, you know, you should test hypotheses, you start moving in the right direction, and of course, correct as you need to. But you can do it with confidence that others are doing it and you can too no matter what your organization is, no matter how much you think you're a snowflake and you know different from every other organization. You can still do it. And with just some good intention and good thinking you can figure out how to how to get there. Ula Ojiaku:  Thank you so much, Mark. That was a great close for this conversation and again, I really appreciate your making the time for this interview. Thank you. Mark Schwartz: Thanks for having me. Ula Ojiaku: You're welcome.  

Sinikka Waugh and Jim Hall discuss 4 Steps to Thinking about Strategic Planning Through Interpolation Instead of Extrapolation. Jim Hall is an innovative, high-achieving Senior IT Leader with over twenty years experience in IT Leadership. Jim believes in developing the next generation of IT Leadership, to help IT organizations better respond to the changing technology landscape. After serving more than eight years as Chief Information Officer in government and higher education, Jim founded Hallmentum® where he's helped for four years to empower IT Leaders to drive meaningful change through hands-on training, workshops, and coaching

"Some have to carry more weight than others - everybody's got to do their part to try to lighten their load." Linda Clement-Holmes served as P&G's Chief Diversity Officer AND P&G's Chief Information Officer - significantly elevating early efforts in corporate Diversity & Inclusion. Starting as a systems analyst in 1983, Linda has led a global career as an “executive of firsts” - the first Black female Senior VP, and later President. Linda's been named one of Computerworld's Premier 100 IT Leaders, Black Enterprise magazine's Top Executives, and Working Mother's “Working Mothers of the Year,” among many other honors. Linda is an active active Board leader among many business and community organizations, is a graduate of Purdue University, and a proud mother of two accomplished sons. In this candid conversation about authenticity and courage, Linda speaks about her personal - and professional - experiences in race, and comments on the unique moment we face today. Linda shares how she works everyday to lighten the load of others, and gets everyone to do their part.  For Black History Month, we're sharing conversations from Raman's other podcast “Learnings from Leaders” where we have candid mentorship style conversations - with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists, many of whom are alums of Procter & Gamble - where many industry leaders got their start with a foundation of purpose, values, and principles.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if we already have the answers if we only broaden our perspective and look to see what we already know? What if our success depends on embracing change and asking not only a reasonable question but the right question? How do we know if we're asking the right question?Enjoy this enlightening chat with host Sharon Sayler and Barbara Wittmann, the CEO of IT Zeitgeist. They delve into the intricacies and parallels of most of life, including sharing from Barbara's recent Forbes Business Council article about how most of life's questions and answers seem to parallel each other... including how two seemingly distinct subjects, such as digital transformation and the menopause experience, mirror each other and life at large. They explore the potential dangers of being overwhelmed by data, the value of a strong support network, and crafting a holistic approach to managing your wellness journey. Plus, they dive into• The power of uncovering parallels to change outcomes quickly• The importance of curiosity and exploration for a positive outcome• Navigating partial truths, preconceptions, and perspectivesAnd so much more…More About Our Guest: Award-winning author and Digital Leadership Expert Barbara excels in aligning People & Technology for global expansion. She champions the transformative influence of Digital Leaders, emphasizing the application of wisdom in their work. Founder of the Digital Wisdom Collective, Barbara offers a 6-month program tailored for non-IT Leaders aspiring to impact technology initiatives meaningfully. Formerly a top global SAP retail consultant and vital SAP's Business Process Renovation Team member, Barbara holds multiple technology patents. Proficient in English, German, and “NERD,” she navigates seamlessly across people, departments, and cultures. Learn more at www.itzeitgeist.comShare this link with your family and friends: www.UnderstandingAutoimmune.com/Barbara_2024* Your host and guest(s) are neither a doctor nor medical professional. In the capacity of this presentation, we are everyday people trying to make sense of the world. The information presented in this interview cannot substitute for the advice of your physician or other trained medical, healthcare, legal, or other professionals. Host(s) and guest(s) are not diagnosing specific conditions during the show. This show is not intended to diagnose, prevent, or treat autoimmune diseases or other conditions or illnesses. The information provided on UnderstandingAutoimmune.com, Life Interrupted Radio.com, and The Autoimmune Hour is for educational purposes only and opinion only. It is not a substitute for your own medical, legal, or other professional advice and care.©2024 Sharon Sayler and UnderstandingAutoimmune.com

Air Date - 16 February 2024What if we already have the answers if we only broaden our perspective and look to see what we already know?What if our success depends on embracing change and asking not only a reasonable question but the right question? How do we know if we're asking the right question?Enjoy this enlightening chat with host Sharon Sayler and Barbara Wittmann, the CEO of IT Zeitgeist. They delve into the intricacies and parallels of most of life, including sharing from Barbara's recent Forbes Business Council article about how most of life's questions and answers seem to parallel each other... including how two seemingly distinct subjects, such as digital transformation and the menopause experience, mirror each other and life at large.They explore the potential dangers of being overwhelmed by data, the value of a strong support network, and crafting a holistic approach to managing your wellness journey. Plus, they dive into• The power of uncovering parallels to change outcomes quickly• The importance of curiosity and exploration for a positive outcome• Navigating partial truths, preconceptions, and perspectivesAnd so much more…More About Our Guest:Award-winning author and Digital Leadership Expert Barbara excels in aligning People & Technology for global expansion. She champions the transformative influence of Digital Leaders, emphasizing the application of wisdom in their work. Founder of the Digital Wisdom Collective, Barbara offers a 6-month program tailored for non-IT Leaders aspiring to impact technology initiatives meaningfully. Formerly a top global SAP retail consultant and vital SAP's Business Process Renovation Team member, Barbara holds multiple technology patents. Proficient in English, German, and “NERD,” she navigates seamlessly across people, departments, and cultures. Learn more at www.itzeitgeist.com* Your host and guest(s) are neither doctors nor medical professionals. In the capacity of this presentation, we are everyday people trying to make sense of the world. The information presented in this interview cannot substitute for the advice of your physician or other trained medical, healthcare, legal, or other professionals. Host(s) and guest(s) are not diagnosing specific conditions during the show. This show is not intended to diagnose, prevent, or treat autoimmune diseases or other conditions or illnesses. The information provided on UnderstandingAutoimmune.com, Life Interrupted Radio.com, and The Autoimmune Hour is for educational purposes only and opinion only. It is not a substitute for your own medical, legal, or other professional advice and care.©2024 Sharon Sayler and UnderstandingAutoimmune.com#LifesParallels #BarbaraWittmann #SharonSayler #UnderstandingAutoimmune #AutoimmuneHour #Wellness #Autoimmune #Health #SelfHelp #Lifestyle #InterviewsVisit the Autoimmune Hour show page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/autoimmune-hour/Connect with Sharon Sayler at http://lifeinterruptedradio.com/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Gartner's Hype Cycle for Software Engineering gives you a view of how software engineering technologies and patterns will evolve over time, providing a sound source of insight to manage its deployment within the context of your specific business goals. In this podcast, we feature Gartner Chief of Research Mark O'Neill to help us navigate this hype cycle — its purpose, a bit of history, and top trends.Mark O'Neill is a VP Analyst and Chief of Research for Software Engineering. He guides Gartner's insights on software development, application architecture, and frameworks and tools for building software, spanning key initiatives in Gartner for IT Leaders as well as Gartner for Technical Professionals.Check out the full Hype Cycle for Software Engineering - https://www.gartner.com/en/documents/4590099?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=RM_GB_2023_ITSWEL_NPP_IA1_STEERSWENGPODNOV23&utm_term=diagnostic Download the 2023 Technology Adoption Roadmap for Software Engineering eBook – https://www.gartner.com/en/publications/2023-technology-adoption-roadmap-for-software-engineering?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=RM_GB_2023_ITSWEL_NPP_IA1_STEERSWENGPODNOV23&utm_term=ebook Join the conversation in the Gartner Peer Community - https://www.gartner.com/peer-community/home?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=RM_GB_2023_ITSWEL_NPP_IA1_STEERSWENGPODNOV23&utm_term=pc Share the podcast – Link to podcast episode on Gartner.com once published if public page available

In a world where James Fair seemed destined for mediocrity, an unexpected twist of fate sent him hurtling towards a transformative journey of personal growth. From the depths of low self-esteem and limited opportunities, he defied the odds and rose above his circumstances. But just as James thought he had conquered his demons, a new challenge emerged, threatening to unravel everything he had worked so hard for. Stay tuned as we delve into the gripping tale of James Fair's resilience and leadership, where the path to success takes an unexpected turn… About James Fair:With over 35 years of experience in IT, 30 years in Leadership, and a dozen years in the interpersonal workspace, James Fair combines his love for IT and cybersecurity with his passion for Leadership development.Now, James teaches other IT professionals and IT Leaders how to be their best.  He believes in creating high-performance teams through people-first focused leadership.  From corporate teams to individual coaching, James leads with passion and purpose. In this episode, Dean Newlund and James Fair discuss how to:Develop resilience by learning key strategies for personal transformation in leadership.Embrace change and confront fears to unlock personal growth and achieve success in your career.Discover the transformative power of rock-bottom moments and how they can propel you forward in your leadership journey.Harness the importance of intuition and decision-making to make impactful life choices that lead to personal and professional fulfillment.Build trust with your team through open dialogue and courageous conversations that foster collaboration and growth. "If you take care of the people, everything else will follow. ” — James Fair Connect with James Fair: Website URL: https://www.executech.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmfair/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Executech/X/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/executech  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/executech Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370  Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

On this episode of the Futurum Tech Webcast – Interview Series, host Daniel Newman welcomes HPE's Bryan Thompson, GreenLake Product Management and Dave Shore, North American Sales Director, Edge to Cloud Services for a conversation on how the evolution of AI and hybrid cloud impacts IT investments and the need for private cloud in every IT Leader's cloud strategy. As the public cloud operating model has set a new standard for automation, self-service, scalability, and pay-per-use– now being replicated on-premises. With so many choices, how do you find the right cloud operating model to fit your economics? Their discussion covers: The current macroeconomic environment and its impact on IT strategy and spending What to look for in a hybrid cloud operating model, both on- and off-prem How to ensure your private cloud is modern and optimized for a data-first, AI strategy Advice for IT Leaders as they look for effective ways to leverage AI Watch the video below, and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, so you never miss an episode.

Introduction: In this enriching episode of our podcast, Avetis Antaplyan engages in a captivating conversation with Natalie Kaminski, the seasoned tech entrepreneur and the driving force behind JetRockets. With a diverse and dynamic journey spanning Russia, Ukraine, Israel, and the United States, Natalie delves deep into her 20-year voyage in the tech industry, the inception and ascension of JetRockets, and her relentless commitment to employee well-being and innovative leadership. Natalie Kaminski is the revered CEO and founder of JetRockets, a forefront technology service provider specializing in creating transformative web and mobile applications. Natalie's journey is marked by resilience, a pioneering spirit, and an unwavering resolve to spearhead innovations that propel businesses to their zenith. From her multicultural odyssey to her impactful leadership amid crises, Natalie's insights are a treasure trove for entrepreneurs, tech aficionados, and leaders alike. Multicultural Journey & Entrepreneurial Leap: Explore Natalie's fascinating journey across continents, leading to the foundation of JetRockets. Discover the inspirations and circumstances that ignited her entrepreneurial spirit. Formation & Growth of JetRockets: Unearth the compelling origin story of JetRockets, and the strategies employed for team-building and dynamic client engagement. Delve into the unique approaches tailored for tech startups and non-tech businesses. Employee-Centric Leadership: Learn about Natalie's profound commitment to employee well-being and the transformation of JetRockets into a TEAL self-management organization. Gain insights into the meticulous crisis management and employee relocation during the Ukraine conflict. Innovative Operations & Workflows: Discover the efficiency-driven sprint workflows and the emphasis on transparency and consistent check-ins at JetRockets. Examine the implications of Generative AI on IT Leaders & Organizations through JetRockets' exclusive report. Personal Developments & Balancing Acts: Understand the influence of Natalie's academic endeavors on her business approach and her alignment with various business organizations. Explore Natalie's balancing act between global operations and family life in Brooklyn. This episode is a blend of inspirational narratives, actionable insights, and a profound exploration of innovative leadership with Natalie Kaminski. For those aspiring to transcend boundaries in tech entrepreneurship or seeking to understand the convergence of technology, leadership, and employee welfare, this episode is a must-listen! Delve deeper into transformative technology solutions with JetRockets. Stay tuned and subscribe for more enlightening conversations and insights every week!

Please enjoy this Haunted Cosmos special preview of our patron-exclusive show: The Dusty Tome.During this period between Season 1 and 2 in the month of August, we will be releasing one episode of The Dusty Tome per week until Season 2 begins on September 6th. That's five episodes! We hope you enjoy it; and we do hope you consider becoming a patron to gain access to 20+ episodes of The Dusty Tome, and so much more.We are pleased to share our sponsor for this episode: White Tree Solutions. Business Owners and IT Leaders, this is your trusted partner from strategy to implementation, harnessing the power of data and AI for your success.Visit their website or send them an email, info@wtsdata.com.This episode is also sponsored by Joseph Kellogg, author of Life Support. What happens when a medical missionary serving in a mission field galaxies away has his faith challenged? Find out by ordering the book here and use code HAUNTED to get your first copy FREE!Join our Patreon today by clicking this link!Support the show

Please enjoy this Haunted Cosmos special preview of our patron-exclusive show: The Dusty Tome.During this period between Season 1 and 2 in the month of August, we will be releasing one episode of The Dusty Tome per week until Season 2 begins on September 6th. That's five episodes! We hope you enjoy it; and we do hope you consider becoming a patron to gain access to 20+ episodes of The Dusty Tome, and so much more.We are pleased to share our sponsor for this episode: White Tree Solutions. Business Owners and IT Leaders, this is your trusted partner from strategy to implementation, harnessing the power of data and AI for your success.Visit their website or send them an email, info@wtsdata.com.Join our Patreon today by clicking this link!Support the show

In the second installment of Behind the Hype, our four-part miniseries about the 2023 Gartner Hype Cycle™ for Artificial Intelligence, we climb to the peak of inflated expectations. Here, we discuss the most talked about — and possibly overhyped — technology of the year: generative AI (GenAI).   First, Afraz Jaffri, a Director Analyst who focuses on data and analytics and AI and the editor of this year's AI Hype Cycle, discusses the tell-tale signs that a technology has reached the peak of hype. Then, Frances Karamouzis, Distinguished VP Analyst and Group Chief of Research for IT Leaders, explains that while some companies are already using GenAI to create value, its true potential as a transformative technology remains unrealized. Finally, Global Chief of Research Chris Howard posits that GenAI may already be past the peak of inflated expectations, the result of which is disillusionment among its early adopters.    Dig Deeper:   Watch Now: Gartner Hype Cycles, Explained bit.ly/3OnZdqJ   Read: What's New in Artificial Intelligence from the 2023 Gartner Hype Cycle https://gtnr.it/3OKAltp   Learn More: Gartner Hype Cycle Research Methodology https://gtnr.it/3Yi74uN  

Please enjoy this Haunted Cosmos special preview of our patron-exclusive show: The Dusty Tome.During this period between Season 1 and 2 in the month of August, we will be releasing one episode of The Dusty Tome per week until Season 2 begins on September 6th. That's five episodes! We hope you enjoy it; and we do hope you consider becoming a patron to gain access to 20+ episodes of The Dusty Tome, and so much more.We are pleased to share our sponsor for this episode: White Tree Solutions. Business Owners and IT Leaders, this is your trusted partner from strategy to implementation, harnessing the power of data and AI for your success.Visit their website or send them an email, info@wtsdata.com.Join our Patreon today by clicking this link!Support the show

Please enjoy this Haunted Cosmos special preview of our patron-exclusive show: The Dusty Tome.During this period between Season 1 and 2 in the month of August, we will be releasing one episode of The Dusty Tome per week until Season 2 begins on September 6th. That's five episodes! We hope you enjoy it; and we do hope you consider becoming a patron to gain access to 20+ episodes of The Dusty Tome, and so much more.We are pleased to share our sponsor for this episode: White Tree Solutions. Business Owners and IT Leaders, this is your trusted partner from strategy to implementation, harnessing the power of data and AI for your success.Visit their website or send them an email, info@wtsdata.com.Join our Patreon today by clicking this link!Support the show

Please enjoy this Haunted Cosmos special preview of our patron-exclusive show: The Dusty Tome.During this period between Season 1 and 2 in the month of August, we will be releasing one episode of The Dusty Tome per week until Season 2 begins on September 6th. That's five episodes! We hope you enjoy it; and we do hope you consider becoming a patron to gain access to 20+ episodes of The Dusty Tome, and so much more.We are pleased to share our sponsor for this episode: White Tree Solutions. Business Owners and IT Leaders, this is your trusted partner from strategy to implementation, harnessing the power of data and AI for your success.Visit their website or send them an email, info@wtsdata.com.Join our Patreon today by clicking this link!Support the show

What does it take to become more productive? Getting more done in less time or doing even more in the same amount of time. You choose.  My guest is Naveen Samala. As you will see Naveen is hugely productive: On the one hand, he is an IT Leader driving business transformation and on the other hand, he is the founder of the Guiding Voice which is one of the fastest-growing Tech podcasts based out of India. He currently does 4 shows per week and getting that done on top of having a demanding corporate job is very impressive. He will tell us his secrets. So stay tuned. Stay in touch with Naveen:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveensamala/ Website: https://www.naveensamala.com/ Website: https://www.theguidingvoice.net/team #productivity #gettingthingsdone #career #reachingyourgoals #delygate   If you have comments on the show or like to work with Johanna, you can reach her at Johanna.Herbst@delygate.com. You will also find more information on the show at https://www.delygate.com/podcast.  Lastly, to get inspiration in your inbox, please sign up for our newsletter (https://delygate.substack.com/).

In this episode Derek Champagne interviews Eric Presley. Eric, the CTO of CareerBuilder.com, is one of ComputerWorld's Premiere 100 IT Leaders, is a world class leader who understands & leads innovation and practices authentic servant leadership. He talks with Derek about leading a team, why successful companies don't need everyone to be a hero all the time, and what he enjoys most in business and in life. 

John R. Miles - The Reverse Aging Effect: How to Stay Young and Healthy  | Brought to you by AppSumo (https://social.appsumo.com/passion) and Gusto  (https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck.) New research indicates that Ponce de Leon's much-hoped-for Fountain of Youth may be closer to reality than we imagined. And, that, my friends, is no science fiction. However, You don't have to imagine or hope for a mythical fountain of youth that holds the secret of reverse aging. You can decide daily to turn back the clock, slow the aging process, and reset your age.   --► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/the-reverse-aging-effect-stay-young-and-healthy/  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank you for listening to this podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). Thank You To Our Sponsors: More Info At PassionStruck.Com/Deals Thank You, Gusto For Sponsoring. Gusto offers all-in-one payroll and HR for growing businesses. From full-service payroll and benefits to team management tools, Gusto makes it easy to support your hardworking team in one intuitive platform. Gusto is offering our listeners three months free: https://www.gusto.com/passionstruck. Thank You AppSumo For Sponsoring. Over 1 million entrepreneurs and creators trust AppSumo to help them discover, buy, and sell the products they need to grow their business and audience. As a special bonus, AppSumo is giving 10% off the already discounted price to the first 100 people who click the link in the show notes: https://social.appsumo.com/passion. Passion Struck Podcast Starter Packs New to the show? These Starter Packs are collections of our most popular episodes grouped by topic, and we now have them also on Spotify. You can also browse starter packs for existing listeners to find your old favorites. Every week, John interviews everyday heroes from all walks of life. Learn how to subscribe to the show and never miss a new episode and topic. What I discuss about the reverse aging effect: In this episode, I will discuss how we can intentionally slow down our biological aging process. Yes, you heard that right. Finding the core reason for aging and learning how diet, lifestyle choices, and exercise affect extending your life places the power of perspective and knowledge within your control. 0:00 Introduction and announcements 3:02 The quest for the fountain of youth 5:23 Why biological aging is influenced by our behavior 10:13 The science behind reverse aging 13:24 How Epigenetics and DNA Methylation impact reverse aging 16:16 Six secrets to reverse aging 23:04 Our future health is in our own hands 25:11 Analysis and future guest promo Show Links Show discussion questions: What is the history of the search for the fountain of youth? Why is reverse aging a hard topic for people to grasp? What were the key results of Ellen Langer's experience with the older men? What is the difference between chronological age and biological age? What other research has Dr. David Sinclair been involved with? What are your takeaways on epigenetics? How can you apply the six ways to reverse aging? What three things can you do to alter how you approach aging? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to how you are approaching your aging process? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode: https://johnrmiles.com/the-reverse-aging-effect-how-to-live-longer/  Lifespan: Why We Age and Why We Don't Have to By David Sinclair Ph.D.: https://amzn.to/3a1aaP7  Younger You: Reduce Your Bio Age And Live Longer, Better by Dr. Kara Firzgerald: https://amzn.to/3AgDYlf  My episode on why you should Why the Journey Is More Important Than the Destination: https://passionstruck.com/life-is-about-the-journey-not-the-destination/  My interview with Katy Milkman Ph.D. on how to create lasting behavior change: https://passionstruck.com/katy-milkman-behavior-change-for-good/  My interview with David Yaden Ph.D. on Self-Transcendence, Psychedelics, and Behavior Change: https://passionstruck.com/david-yaden-on-self-transcendence-experiences/  My interview with Elise Micheals on How Men Can Take Back their Power: https://passionstruck.com/elise-micheals-the-power-of-being-a-man/  My interview with Cathy Heller on How Do You Find Your Life's Passion: https://passionstruck.com/cathy-heller-how-do-you-find-your-lifes-passion/  Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? I discuss the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. His full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

John R. Miles - What Is Unconditional Love and the 8 Ways to Create It. | Brought to you by Zocdoc. Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/passionstruck and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. What is unconditional love? Unconditional love does not mean endless or boundless love. It means, “I choose to love you willingly without limitation.” This means that when we offer love, we supply it without anticipating anything in exchange for it.   --► Full show notes:  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank You Zocdoc for Sponsoring. This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Zocdoc which is the start of a better health care journey for you. Find and book top-rated local doctors, on-demand. Visit them in their offices, or video chat with them from home. Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/passionstruck. Download the Zocdoc app for FREE and start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Thank you for listening to this podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). What I discuss about what is unconditional love and the 8 ways to create it: In this podcast, I will be taking an in-depth look into what it means to live and love unconditionally, how to break free from the mindset of transactional love, and the need to show and spread unconditional love wherever we go. The focus here is not only on love between partners, families, and friends but on love for all mankind. 0:00 Introduction and announcements 2:39 Why unconditional love is misunderstood 5:09 The story of Nelson Mandela's unconditional love 12:37 How to love unconditionally 17:23 What is the importance of loving unconditionally? 18:23 Only you control what love you give and how you give it 20:00 Analysis and wrap-up Show Links Show discussion questions: Why do we put so much focus on transactional things in our lives? Why is loving unconditionally a hard topic for people to grasp? What did you find most inspiring about the story of Nelson Mandela? What can you learn from Mandela's unconditional love for his people? How can you apply the eight ways to create unconditional love in your life? What three things can you do to alter how you approach to love? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to how you show unconditional love? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode: https://johnrmiles.com/unconditional-love-what-it-means-8-ways-to-find-it/   My episode on why you should Why the Journey Is More Important Than the Destination: https://passionstruck.com/life-is-about-the-journey-not-the-destination/  My interview with David Yaden on Self-Transcendence, Psychedelics, and Behavior Change: https://passionstruck.com/david-yaden-on-self-transcendence-experiences/  My interview with Erin Diehl on Why Our Lives Are Living an Improv Scene: https://passionstruck.com/erin-diehl-every-day-is-an-improv-scene/  My interview with Cathy Heller on How Do You Find Your Life's Passion: https://passionstruck.com/cathy-heller-how-do-you-find-your-lifes-passion/  My interview with Jesse Gould on Saving Veterans One Heroic Heart at a Time: https://passionstruck.com/jesse-gould-heroic-hearts-project/  My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself   John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. His full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

John R. Miles - Six Ways Patience Is an Important Virtue and How to Build It. | Brought to you by Masterworks. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. Today, we live in a fast-paced world where we desire results at the speed of thought. We consume our fast foods, get our groceries and meals delivered to our house, drive our fast cars, and respond to the constant instant messaging, all of which can make us prone to impatience. Now, it is okay for some things to be done faster. But not for everything. And that is why it is so vital to understand the importance of patience. --► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/six-ways-patience-is-an-important-virtue/  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank You Masterworks for Sponsoring. This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks.  66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio. Blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. Thank you for listening to this podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). What I discuss about the six ways patience is a virtue and how to build it: Speed has its benefits. But, many people misinterpret that real art comes in the form of understanding when to apply both: speed at a micro-level and patience at a macro one to ultimately accomplish our end goals. I will use the story of the Chinese Bamboo tree to illustrate the benefits of patience and six ways to practice it. 0:00 Introduction and announcements 1:53 What makes us prone to impatience? 4:33 The definition of patience 5:27 The parable of the Chinese Bamboo Tree 13:02 Why do we often lose our patience? 15:16 What are the six benefits of practicing patience? 18:19 What are six steps you can take to discover and practice patience? 21:00 Why patience is a critical component of success 22:30 Analysis and wrap-up Show Links Show discussion questions: Why do we put so much focus on the quick wins? Why can patience feel counterintuitive to the big goals we set for ourselves? What did you find most inspiring about the story of the Chinese Bamboo Tree? What can you learn from the farmer's dedication? Are you experiencing any hindrances to being patient? What three things can you do to alter how you approach impatience? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to how you combine speed and patience? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode: https://johnrmiles.com/six-ways-to-benefit-from-the-importance-of-patience/  My episode on why you should Why the Journey Is More Important Than the Destination: https://passionstruck.com/life-is-about-the-journey-not-the-destination/  My interview with Cathy Heller on How Do You Find Your Life's Passion: https://passionstruck.com/cathy-heller-how-do-you-find-your-lifes-passion/  My interview with Jesse Gould on Saving Veterans One Heroic Heart at a Time: https://passionstruck.com/jesse-gould-heroic-hearts-project/  My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself   John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. His full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

John R. Miles - Why Life Is About The Journey Not The Destination | Brought to you by BABBEL. Save up to 60 % off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. If you discovered this episode of Passion Struck, you are likely on the path of self-discovery and seeking knowledge on how to do it. You are not alone. Often we focus so much on the desired end-state of our goals that we miss the essential part—our journey to achieving your aspirations. I will discuss the impediments along the way to achieving this journey and provide various ways you can stay on track to creating your best life. I do this by using the story of Cheryl Snead, an African American business leader, and philanthropist who understood why life is about the journey not the destination.  --► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/life-is-about-the-journey-not-the-destination/  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank you, Babbel, for sponsoring the podcast: * This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Babbel which is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60 % off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. CHARITY Vet Solutions - https://vetsolutions.org Heroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.org Warrior Angels Foundation - https://warriorangelsfoundation.org What I discuss about why life is about the journey, not the destination: 0:00 Introduction and announcements 2:37 Why life is the journey, not the destination 5:15 How Cheryl Snead adapted and found joy along her journey 10:06 Why do we lose sight that life is a journey, not a destination? 12:35 What are the implications of focusing only on the end results and not the journey? 14:55 How do you focus on and enjoy the journey? 16:41 Why you cannot afford to postpone living the life you want to live 18:30 Analysis and wrap-up Show Links Questions for you and your friends or family members to discuss this episode: Why do we focus on the destination and not the steps along the path? Do you take the time to celebrate the small victories along your journey? What is a recent example of one? What did you find most inspiring about the story of Cheryl Snead? What can you learn about the hindrances that get in our way? Are you experiencing any of them? How? What three things can you do to alter how you approach your journey? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to going after your most meaningful goals? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode   Check it out: https://johnrmiles.com/why-life-is-a-journey-not-a-destination/  My episode on why you should never believe a prediction that doesn't ignite you: https://passionstruck.com/never-believe-a-prediction-that-doesnt-ignite-you/ My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ My interview with Admiral James Stavridis on To Risk it All: https://passionstruck.com/admiral-james-stavridis-to-risk-it-all/  My interview with Kegan Gill on how to not just survive in life but thrive: https://passionstruck.com/kegan-gill-on-how-to-thrive-in-life/  My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/ My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/ My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself   John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. His full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

John R. Miles - why by using the power of micro choices, you can change your life | Brought to you by Masterworks - Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start your journey. If you found this podcast episode, you are likely searching for how to make changes to how you are living your life. And, you may wonder if it is even possible to change. As I explain on the podcast, yes—creating positive change is always possible if you are intentional about it. I discuss why our daily micro choices are so important to achieving it and hindrances that can get in your way. I do this by using the story of Stephen Duneier an American investment manager and Guinness World Record holder. --► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/why-your-micro-choices-determine-your-life/  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank you, Masterworks for sponsoring the podcast: * This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks: * Masterworks - 66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio. Blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. CHARITY Vet Solutions - https://vetsolutions.org Heroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.org Warrior Angels Foundation - https://warriorangelsfoundation.org What I discuss about why you must feel to heal: 0:00 Introduction and announcements 3:17 Why habits are the sum total of our daily choices 5:11 The story of Stephen Duneier 13:11 The importance of micro choices 14:46 Hindrances to the effectiveness of micro choices and how to tackle them 19:24 Why do micro choices determine the course of our lives? 20:48 Analysis and wrap-up Show Links Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: Why today is a lot of emphases placed on big decisions but not the choices that determine our reality? Are you in the habit of having trouble pursuing your goals? Why? What did you find most inspiring about the story of Stephen Duneier? What can you learn about the power of micro choices? What is the most fascinating thing about them? What are hindrances that get in the way of your daily choices? What are three things you can do to alter your daily choices? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to going after your most significant goals? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode? Check it out: https://johnrmiles.com/what-is-the-importance-of-our-daily-micro-choices/  My episode on why you should never believe a prediction that doesn't ignite you: https://passionstruck.com/never-believe-a-prediction-that-doesnt-ignite-you/ My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ My interview with Admiral James Stavridis on To Risk it All: https://passionstruck.com/admiral-james-stavridis-to-risk-it-all/  My interview with Kegan Gill on how to not just survive in life but thrive: https://passionstruck.com/kegan-gill-on-how-to-thrive-in-life/  My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/ My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/ My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.  

John R. Miles - why you must feel to heal and 6 ways you can do it. | Brought to you by Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck) for up to 60% off. If you found this podcast, you are likely searching for how to heal your emotional pain of some sort. You may wonder how it is even possible. As I explain in the episode, yes—emotional healing is always possible if we make the deliberate choice to tackle our pain. I discuss why we often try to numb the pain instead of confronting it, and I provide six ways to approach that healing. The reality is that following the emotional pain you are healing from, you are forever changed. I realize that can feel scary, but it can also be incredibly freeing as you experience post-traumatic growth. --► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/why-you-must-feel-to-find-emotional-healing/  --► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283. *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Thank you, Babbel for sponsoring the podcast: * Babbel is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60 % off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. CHARITY Vet Solutions - https://vetsolutions.org Heroic Hearts - https://www.heroicheartsproject.org Warrior Angels Foundation - https://warriorangelsfoundation.org What I discuss about why you must feel to heal: 0:00 Introduction and announcements 3:20 Why nobody's life is a bed of roses 6:00 The story of Robert Downey Jr. and how he numbed his emotional pain 10:48 What is the importance of painful experiences? 12:09 Why is it okay to feel sadness? 14:22 Why do people numb their pain? 15:29 Six ways to approach emotional healing 19:39 Why our pain is never wasted 20:48 Analysis and wrap-up Show Links Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: Why is nobody's life like a bed of roses? Are you numbing your painful emotions or addressing them?  What did you find most inspiring about the story of Robert Downey Jr? What can you learn about the issues with unhealthy behavior and their ramifications? What is the most fascinating thing about the importance of painful experiences? Why is it okay to cry? What are six things you can do to form emotional healing? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your approach to painful emotions? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode? Check it out: https://johnrmiles.com/6-proven-ways-to-approach-emotional-healing/  My episode on why you should never believe a prediction that doesn't ignite you: https://passionstruck.com/never-believe-a-prediction-that-doesnt-ignite-you/ My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ My interview with Admiral James Stavridis on To Risk it All: https://passionstruck.com/admiral-james-stavridis-to-risk-it-all/  My interview with Kegan Gill on how to not just survive in life but thrive: https://passionstruck.com/kegan-gill-on-how-to-thrive-in-life/  My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/ My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/ My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.  

John R. Miles - Why we become what we think about and seven ways you can build positive beliefs | Brought to you by Masterworks (https://www.masterworks.io/ code passion) Notable American radio speaker and author Earl Nightingale once said, “We become what we think about.” This truthful statement embodies and emphasizes just how vital our mindsets and beliefs are to creating the lives we live. -- ► Full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/you-become-what-you-believe/  -- ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/passion-struck-with-john-r-miles/id1553279283 *Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks: * Masterworks - 66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio. Blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. Why do we become our beliefs? A belief is any cognitive notion that is held as accurate. It is the acceptance that something exists, even though its existence cannot be proved. This means that the potency of a belief is entirely dependent on a person's choice to accept or reject it. Take, for example, two people with similar qualifications who are given $1000 to use for starting a new business. One of them believes they can start a business, profit, and earn thousands of dollars — a beneficial belief. In contrast, the other person believes $1,000 is too little to start anything of meaning and fails to start anything — a restricting belief. Show Links Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: What are beliefs and how are they formed?. What did you find most inspiring about the story of Sean Stephenson? What can you learn about the self-limiting beliefs from Stephenson's story? What is the most fascinating thing about our belief system? What are the differences between beneficial and restricting beliefs? What are seven things you can do to form more beneficial beliefs? What steps will you take after hearing today's episode to change your beliefs? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode? Check it out here. My episode on why you should never believe a prediction that doesn't ignite you: https://passionstruck.com/never-believe-a-prediction-that-doesnt-ignite-you/ My interview with Jordan Harbinger on Why Legacy is Greater Than Currency:  https://passionstruck.com/jordan-harbinger-on-why-building-your-legacy-is-greater-than-currency/ My interview with Chrystal Rose on Why a Life Without Passion is Like a Life Without Air: https://passionstruck.com/chrystal-rose-on-a-life-without-passion/ My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/ My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/ My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements 3:04 Why do we become our beliefs? 6:00 The story of how Sean Stephenson overcame limiting beliefs 10:10 How do beliefs work? 12:06 How the Placebo Effect influences what we believe 13:08 Seven things you can do to create beneficial beliefs 20:07 Why the real prisons exist in our minds 21:46 Analysis and wrap-up Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

John R. Miles - How to build the brain you cherish. | Brought to you by Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck) and Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck). In today's episode of the Passion Struck Podcast, I will be providing you with in-depth information on the fascinating organ we call the brain through the amazing story of Phineas Gage. I will educate you on how vital your brain health is to your reality and experience of life. Lastly, I will show you 5 key ways through which it can be kept healthy and improved for optimum functionality. Sponsors: * Babbel is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60% off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. * Enjoy great coffee with Trade Coffee. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. * Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Thank you for listening to the podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Show Links Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: Discuss with your friends and families the complexity of the brain. What did you find most inspiring about the story of Phineas Gage? What can you learn about the brain from Gage's story? What is the most fascinating thing about the brain? What steps will you stake after hearing today's episode to change your behavior and choices? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode? Check it out here. My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/ My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/ My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/ Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements 3:00 Why your brain determines your reality 5:11 Story of Phineas Gage and its impact on brain research 9:40 How do you re-wire the brain for peak performance? 10:02 The impact of diet on a healthy brain 11:38 The impact of exercise on brain performance 14:17 The impact of music on brain performance 15:40 The impact of sleep on brain performance 17:21 The impact of meditation on brain performance 19:00 Synthesis and wrap up Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

Dr. Michelle Segar - Why we need to shift to the JOY CHOICE. | Brought to you by Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck) and Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck).  Dr. Michelle Segar is an award-winning, NIH-funded sustainable behavior change researcher at the University of Michigan and a lifestyle coach. She is the author of the best-selling book No Sweat: How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness. For nearly three decades, she has pioneered methods to create sustainable healthy behavior change that is being used to boost patient health, employee well-being, and gym membership retention. On April 26th, she released her latest book the Joy Choice: How to Finally Achieve Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise, which the Big Idea Club selected as one of their 22 books they cannot wait to read in 2022. She also wrote the bestselling book No Sweat. She is a sought-after expert and is frequently featured in major media like the New York Times, NPR, Forbes, and Prevention. The Secret to Sustainable Behavior Change On the Passion Struck Podcast, Michelle and I discuss how optimal living 101 and how the secret sauce to sustainable behavior change is the consistent choices that we make throughout our day. If we want to achieve sustainable change, lasting change, where we need to put our attention is on these micro choices. The Joy Choice: https://amzn.to/3MTAVTc  No Sweat: https://amzn.to/39MFIHZ Thank you for listening to this interview. I hope you also keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles  Sponsors: * Babbel is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60% off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. * Enjoy great coffee with Trade. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. * Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck  Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements and introducing Dr. Michelle Segar 4:41 Michelle's passion for the creating healthy behavior change 8:32 Why the Joy Choice is about the power of micro choices 12:13 Defuncting the myths about habit change 17:10 Why our life is like forever blowing bubbles 21:37 How to learn to accept that being perfectly imperfect is fine 27:00 Overcoming the perfection rabbit hole 31:50 Behavior change is not starting and stopping. It is sustaining. 36:32 Overcoming the Tornado of TODOs 41:00 The POP tool for enabling adult play 47:42 The four core decision disruptors - Temptation, Rebellion, Accommodation, Perfection 56:00 The Wonder Women Effect 59:20 Why we need to be giving grace 1:01:30 Show wrap-up and synthesis Stay Connected with Dr. Michelle Segar * Website: https://michellesegar.com/  * Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichelleSegar  * LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelsegar/  * University of Michigan: https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/people/michelle-segar/  Show Links * Interview with Susan Cain * Interview with Astronaut Nicole Stott * Solo Episode on the Power of Choice: https://passionstruck.com/the-power-of-choice-why-our-choices-are-powerful/  * Solo Episode on Why Accepting Yourself is the key to your life: https://passionstruck.com/why-accepting-yourself-is-the-key/  *Solo episode on work-life balance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZksXySbYVoMPMuma5DpB?si=_VPv5sn3QBCq2pYVh-LXkg *Solo episode on overcoming burnout: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5keAXxjRs3Q8NKZYWBlPXS?si=N-nf0iQjThSzgsCAutPVPA  *Solo episode on how you stop living in fear: https://passionstruck.com/how-do-you-stop-living-in-fear/  Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/   -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.  

Gretchen Rubin - The Key to Happiness Is Knowing Yourself | Brought to you by Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck and Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck). Gretchen Rubin is an expert on understanding human nature and being able to explain complex emotional topics in easy-to-digest ways. She is the author of the New York Times bestsellers, The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, Outer Order Inner Calm, and Happier at Home. Gretchen has an enormous readership, both in print and online, and her books have sold almost three and a half million copies worldwide, in more than thirty languages. The Key to Happiness is Knowing Yourself On her popular weekly podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin, she discusses good habits and happiness with her sister Elizabeth Craft; they've been called the “Click and Clack of podcasters.” Fast Company named Gretchen to its list of Most Creative People in Business, and she's a member of Oprah's SuperSoul 100. She's been interviewed by Oprah, walked arm-in-arm with the Dalai Lama, and eaten dinner with Daniel Kahneman. On the Passion Struck podcast I discuss with Gretchen the life lessons she learned clerking for Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor. How during that clerkship she realized that her purpose was to become a writer and not a lawyer. How the study of human nature became her purpose and the key to knowing yourself. The difference between happiness and being happy. Her views on how negative experiences influence our happiness. The importance of decluttering our lives and why doing so brings us more joy, building habits, the key role they play in building happiness and so much more. Sponsors: * Babbel is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60% off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. * Enjoy great coffee with Trade. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements and introducing Gretchen Rubin 4:20 Clerking for Justice Sandra Day O'Conner 6:29 What led Gretchen Rubin to be a writer? 9:15 Why understanding human nature became Gretchen Rubin's passion 10:43 The keys to knowing yourself 14:08 The difference between happiness and being happier 15:59 Happier with Gretchen Rubin podcast 23:15 The important role of negative experiences 26:44 How does one identify the priorities in their lives? 32:30 Don't reject your life, change your life 34:30 The role of habit formation on happiness 37:30 What are the two types of expectations we all face? 42:50 Gretchen Rubin's the happier app 46:00 Disproportionate connection between outer order and inner calm 48:00 Rapid Round of Questions 51:30 Episode wrap up and synthesis Stay Connected with Gretchen Rubin * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gretchenrubin/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GretchenRubin * Twitter: https://twitter.com/gretchenrubin * LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenrubin/ * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GretchenRubinNY * Happier App: https://thehappierapp.com/ Links from the show * Books by Gretchen Rubin: The Happiness Project Happier at Home Inner Order Outer Calm The Four Tendencies Better Than Before * Interview with Susan Cain * Interview with Astronaut Nicole Stott *Solo episode on work-life balance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZksXySbYVoMPMuma5DpB?si=_VPv5sn3QBCq2pYVh-LXkg *Solo episode on overcoming burnout: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5keAXxjRs3Q8NKZYWBlPXS?si=N-nf0iQjThSzgsCAutPVPA  *Solo episode on how you stop living in fear: https://passionstruck.com/how-do-you-stop-living-in-fear/  Follow John on the Socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ Blog: https://johnrmiles.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

Why Self-Acceptance is the Key to Creating Your Best Life. Sam Berns's inspirational story and what we can learn from his courageous life. | Brought to you by Masterworks (https://masterworks.io use code passion to start). Self-acceptance entails ultimately valuing all parts of yourself — both the desirable and undesirable. It means you understand your current reality, come to terms with it, and aspire to live your life as best as possible. Self-acceptance is perhaps the most incredible gift you can give to yourself. Thank you Feedspot for selecting the Passion Struck as one of the world's most inspirational podcasts. Self-Acceptance - The Courageous Story of Sam Berns I will be opening your hearts and minds to the need to love and accept yourself for who you are through the inspirational story of Sam Berns. Additionally, I will lay out practical actions you can take to achieve self-acceptance ultimately. Sam Berns was diagnosed with a rare, rapid aging disease when he was 2. Sam lived a short but fulfilling life. Just before his untimely death at the age of 17, he was a junior at Foxboro High School in Foxboro, Massachusetts. He achieved the highest honors and earned percussion section leader in the high school marching band during his time there. He also made the prestigious Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He is featured in the Emmy award-winning documentary Life According to Sam, which premiered on HBO on October 21, 2013, 2 days before his 17th birthday. This episode of the Passion Struck Podcast is dedicated to Sam, progeria research, and the inspiring way he lived. Sam Berns Tedx Talk has 48 Million views: https://youtu.be/36m1o-tM05g SPONSOR: This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks. 66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio—blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. * Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: What gets in the way of you accepting yourself for who you are? What did you find most inspiring about the story of Sam Berns? How can you apply his story to your life? What would you do if you were in his shoes? What can you learn about accepting yourself from Sam's story? How is your acceptance of yourself getting in the way of your goals and aspirations? What steps will you stake after hearing today's episode to change your behavior and choices? Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements and introduction of accepting yourself 4:17 Inspiring story of Sam Berns 7:35 Why do people feel unsatisfied with who they are? 9:38 What are the implications of not accepting yourself 12:28 How can you learn to accept yourself? 16:28 What are the benefits of loving and accepting yourself? 17:07 Letting go of the false image we create of ourselves 19:29 Synthesis and show wrap-up Links on Self-Acceptance * My interview with Astronaut Nicole Stott: https://passionstruck.com/nicole-stott-back-to-earth/  * My interview with former WNBA player Anne O'Neil: https://passionstruck.com/anne-oneil-how-life-is-strategy-by-design/  * My interview with Laurie Singer on Why There is Hope: https://passionstruck.com/laurie-singer-on-why-youre-not-crazy/  * Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 * John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. * Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. * Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. * How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? 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Anne O'Neil (@heyanneoneil) on our life like sports is a strategy by design. | Brought to you by Masterworks (https://masterworks.io/ - use code passion to start). Anne O'Neil is a former WNBA player for the Sacramento Monarchs and a Division 1 Academic and Athletic All-American at Iowa State University where she played for Bill Fennelly. She broke the Iowa High School State scoring record and was later inducted into the Iowa Girls Basketball Hall of Fame. Following a 12-year tenure in the athletic and healthcare industries, she took her expertise to Palo Alto Networks where she is a cyber transformational leader. She is also the host host of the Get Busy Livin podcast. Strategy by Design On the Passion Struck Podcast, Anne and I discuss how life, like basketball, is really strategy by design. And just as each play, makes a difference for each individual game, the same holds true for the moments that make up our daily activities. She believes that ferocity taught her how to read and know where to move her body ahead of time, where to pass the ball ahead of time, and where her teammates were going to be able to shine. Thanks Masterworks This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks. 66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio. Blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements and Anne O'Neil Introduction 3:33 Discovering passion for basketball 6:13 Working to elevate her game 8:14 Leading the State of Iowa in scoring 10:41 The challenge of playing college sports 13:42 Developing the mindset on being the best 17:04 College transfer pool 18:54 How to build resilience in sports 23:00 Legacy of Bill Fennelly on women's college basketball 27:02 College vs being a professional athlete 31:00 Mentally preparing for a life after sports 34:00 How do you play aggressive yet under control? 38:37 Importance of a quality routine 41:52 Get Busy Livin podcast 45:30 Cybersecurity leadership 50:26 Lightening round of questions 54:36 Wrap up and synthesis FOLLOW ANNE O'NEIL *Website: https://www.anneoneil.co/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyanneoneil/ *Podcast: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/get-busy-livin-anne-oneil-cqLRmXu8AV3/ *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyanneoneil/ Links * Interview with Former SEAL Commander Mark Divine * Interview with NASCAR Driver Jesse Iwuji * Interview with Astronaut Chris Cassidy * Interview with Astronaut Wendy Lawrence * Interview with Astronaut Kayla Barron *Solo episode on work-life balance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZksXySbYVoMPMuma5DpB?si=_VPv5sn3QBCq2pYVh-LXkg *Solo episode on overcoming burnout: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5keAXxjRs3Q8NKZYWBlPXS?si=N-nf0iQjThSzgsCAutPVPA  *Solo episode on how you stop living in fear: https://passionstruck.com/how-do-you-stop-living-in-fear/  Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/   -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.    

Nicole Stott on back to earth: combining the awe and wonder of space exploration with the healing power of art. | Brought to you by Masterworks (https://www.masterworks.io/ code passion). Nicole is an astronaut, aquanaut, artist, mom, and now author of her first book "Back to Earth ~ What Life In Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet - And Our Mission To Protect It."  She creatively combines the awe and wonder of her spaceflight experience with her artwork to inspire everyone's appreciation of our role as crewmates here on Spaceship Earth. She is a veteran NASA Astronaut with two spaceflights and 104 days as a crew member on both the International Space Station (ISS) and the Space Shuttle.  She is also a NASA Aquanaut. In preparation for spaceflight, she was a crew member on an 18-day saturation dive mission at the Aquarius undersea laboratory. Back to Earth: What Life in Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet - Our Mission is to Protect it: https://amzn.to/38Aw5vh  Thank you Feedspot for selecting the Passion Struck as one of the world's most inspirational podcasts. Combining Space Exploration with Art Nicole believes that the international model of peaceful and successful cooperation we have experienced in the extreme environments of space and sea holds the key to the same kind of peaceful and successful cooperation for all of humanity here on Earth. On her post-NASA mission, Nicole is a co-founder of the Space for Art Foundation --- uniting a planetary community of children through the awe and wonder of space exploration and the healing power of art.  Episode Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Masterworks. Masterworks - 66% of Billionaires Collect Art, so Why Aren't You? Low Minimums, Simple and Exciting. You Can Use Art as an Alternative Investment to Diversify Your Portfolio. Blue-Chip Artwork. Go to https://www.masterworks.io/ and use code passion to start. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Time Stamps: 0:00 Announcements and Introduction of Nicole Stott 5:06 How St. Pete College set Nicole up for success 8:54 Working at Kennedy Space Center and becoming an astronaut 12:12 Realizing the simplicity of life's decisions 15:47 The evolution of the impact of women at NASA 19:19 Permitting yourself to dream the dream 21:15 The Overview Effect - How it transforms an astronaut's perspective 27:57 Grounding also called earthing, electrically reconnects you to the earth. 29:34 What's it like to do a spacewalk? 34:38 Similarities between astronauts and aquanauts 38:03 National Geographic's "One Strange Rock" 40:10 Nicole Stott discusses why she wrote "Back to Earth" 45:32 How polar exploration is like space exploration 49:05 Space for Arts Foundation 55:43 Rapid round of questions 58:52 Wrap up and synthesis   Show Links Passion Struck interview with Astronaut Chris Cassidy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/astronaut-chris-cassidy-on-the-importance-in-life/id1553279283?i=1000521263914 Passion Struck interview with Astronaut Wendy Lawrence: https://passionstruck.com/how-to-dream-the-dream-you-want/ Passion Struck interview with Astronaut Kayla Barron: https://youtu.be/AyiQz2C7UsA   *a Solo episode on work-life balance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZksXySbYVoMPMuma5DpB?si=_VPv5sn3QBCq2pYVh-LXkg   * A solo episode on overcoming burnout: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5keAXxjRs3Q8NKZYWBlPXS?si=N-nf0iQjThSzgsCAutPVPA    *A Solo episode on how you stop living in fear: https://passionstruck.com/how-do-you-stop-living-in-fear/    Follow Nicole Stott *Website: https://www.npsdiscovery.com/ *Space For Art Foundation: https://www.spaceforartfoundation.org/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astro_nicole/ *Twitter: https://twitter.com/Astro_Nicole *Follow Space for Art Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spaceforartfoundation  *Follow Space for Art Foundation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpaceForArtFoundation  Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/   -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.  

John R. Miles - How do you stop living in fear and letting it control you. Fears are not just passively forgotten, they must be actively unlearned. Brought to you by Raycon (https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck) and Athletic Greens (https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck). The Neuroscience Behind Fear We need to realize that fear is just an emotion that is utterly dependent on our thoughts at the end of the day. It does not have to control our lives and can be effectively unlearned. Fear is a complicated thing. In today's episode, I will be taking you on an in-depth journey into the world of the emotion called fear, explaining the neuroscience of fear, giving you details on how fear is learned, and equipping you with knowledge on how you can effectively unlearn fear. Thank you for listening. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles  Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). Episode Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Raycon and Athletic Greens. Raycon is a wireless audio brand that enables inspirational audio experiences. They are priced at half of their competition with an unapologetic willingness to shatter industry norms. Get 15% on Raycons at https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck. Athletic Greens is a health and wellness company that makes comprehensive daily nutrition really simple. ONE scoop contains 75 vitamins, including multivitamins, multi-minerals, probiotics, and immune-supporting mushrooms. Get a free one-year supply of Vitamin D3/K2 and five travel packs at https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Time Stamps 0:00 Introducing episode on unlearning fears 4:33 How did British Olympian Adam Peaty learn the fear of the water and overcome it? 7:31 The evolution and psychology of fear 9:29 The neuroscience of fear 10:50 The science of how fear is learned 12:35 How do you unlearn fear? 15:58 Fear does not have to control our lives 17:25 Episode wrap-up and synthesis Links on Unlearning Fear * Watch my video with Liz Fosslien on her new book "Big Feelings:" https://youtu.be/pKupqaUlPpo  * Big Feelings: How to be Okay When Things Are Not Okay: https://amzn.to/3rYeJiO (Amazon Link) * Laurie Singer's Book: You're Not Crazy: Living with Anxiety, Obsessions, and Fetishes: https://amzn.to/3Koz47l  (links to Amazon) * My interview with Laurie Singer on Why There is Hope: https://passionstruck.com/laurie-singer-on-why-youre-not-crazy/  * Dr. Marie Fang's video on learned helplessness: https://youtu.be/YOJBL8uLT2U * Click Here for the Transcript: https://johnrmiles.com/unlearn-fear-why-fears-are-not-just-forgotten/ * 9 Simple Ways to Create Work-Life Balance: https://passionstruck.com/create-work-life-balance-9-simple-ways/ * Baby Elephant Syndrome: https://ourlegacyfoundation.org/baby-elephant-syndrome/ *Learned Helplessness at Fifty: Insights from Neuroscience: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4920136/ * PLOS One research: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0249056 * American Psychological Association research: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2001-18225-005 * Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 * John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. * Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. * Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. * How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.    

Laurie Singer - You're Not Crazy: There is hope for those experiencing anxiety, obsessions, or fetishes. | Brought to you by Raycon (https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck) and Athletic Greens (https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck). Laurie Singer is a board-certified licensed marriage and family therapist in applied behavior analysis. Motivated by the tragic death of her son in the late 80s, she devoted her life to the field of mental health.  She started her own company to create a team approach for helping individuals resolve behavioral and other mental health issues by applying behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Laurie and I discuss how she developed the passion to compete in endurance challenges and what it was like for her to be indoctrinated into the Hall of Fame. The impact on her life from the death of her young son. Why does she believe that anyone who is stuck can become unstuck? How she develops plans that help individuals gain confidence by achieving their goals that they set for themselves. We discussed the strong scientific evidence and understanding that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are highly interdependent how she helps those who suffered deeply from anxiety and its manifestations and so much more. Episode Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Raycon and Athletic Greens. Raycon is a wireless audio brand that enables inspirational audio experiences. They are priced at half of their competition with an unapologetic willingness to shatter industry norms. Get 15% on Raycons at https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck. Athletic Greens is a health and wellness company that makes comprehensive daily nutrition really simple. ONE scoop contains 75 vitamins, including multivitamins, multi-minerals, probiotics, and immune-supporting mushrooms. Get a free one-year supply of Vitamin D3/K2 and five travel packs at https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Time Stamps: 0:00 Announcements and Laurie Singer Introduction 3:32 Becoming a star endurance athlete 7:06 100 mile endurance challenge 8:33 How to build mental toughness 10:33 Her son's sickness and how it has impacted her life's direction 15:22 Laurie discusses her unique approach to cognitive behavioral therapy 19:02 Treating OCD and Anxiety disorders 22:57 What does chronic loneliness do to a person? 26:39 Creating a solution-based approach to mental health disorders 28:30 The importance of choice in our life 32:03 Her book You're Not Crazy: Living with Anxiety, Obsessions, and Fetishes 36:12 Why we are storytellers of our own life 40:33 Overcoming the shrouds that disguise our identity 46:11 Creating a mindset that you want to help people 48:09 Rapid round of questions 53:56 Show wrap up   Follow Laurie Singer Website: https://www.yourenotcrazybook.com/ You're Not Crazy Book: https://amzn.to/3rKaLtY  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-singer-03524b219/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurie__singer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaurieSingerBehavioral/ Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/   -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

Liz Fosslien - Big Feelings: how to be okay when things are not okay. | Brought to you by Raycon (https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck) and Athletic Greens (https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck). Liz is an expert on how to make work better and the co-author (Mollie West Duffy) and illustrator of the books Big Feelings and No Hard Feelings. Liz also leads content and communications at Humu, a company that uses behavioral science to make it easy for leaders and their teams to improve. Her work has been featured by TED, The New York Times, The Economist, The Financial Times, and NPR. Overwhelmed by Big Feelings Uncertainty. Anger. Despair. Envy. When you're overwhelmed by big feelings, it can seem like you're the only one who is struggling. But having difficult emotions doesn't mean you're malfunctioning. It means you're human. Weaving surprising science with personal stories and original illustrations, each chapter of the new book Big Feelings examines one uncomfortable feeling—like envy, burnout, and anxiety—and lays out strategies for making it manageable. Big Feelings is an insightful and approachable Illustrated Guide to Handling our most difficult emotions Thank You to Our Sponsors Raycon is a wireless audio brand that enables inspirational audio experiences. With an unapologetic willingness to shatter industry norms, they are priced half of that of their competition. Get 15% on Raycons at https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Athletic Greens. Athletic Greens is a health and wellness company that makes comprehensive daily nutrition really simple. ONE scoop contains 75 vitamins, including multivitamins, multi-minerals, probiotics, and immune-supporting mushrooms. Get a free one year supply of Vitamin D3/K2 and five travel packs at athleticgreens.com/passionstruck Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Follow Liz Fosslien Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lizandmollie/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/lizandmollie LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-fosslien/ Links Big Feelings: https://amzn.to/3Kbo9Ob No Hard Feelings: https://amzn.to/3kcr7Y6 Susan Cain Interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rTEjH4FJn7iBuvu0FOSB2?si=h9PE1CUQTK2lcAdVGLrBow Claude Silver interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4SXKbsbfYQWlBNPdRn1c5k?si=VZdrjNJSTuiJU1hQ_xXjeQ Solo episode on work-life balance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZksXySbYVoMPMuma5DpB?si=_VPv5sn3QBCq2pYVh-LXkg Solo episode on overcoming burnout: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5keAXxjRs3Q8NKZYWBlPXS?si=N-nf0iQjThSzgsCAutPVPA  Time Stamps: 0:00 Liz Fosslien introduction and announcements 4:25 Why we are taught that feeling bad is bad. 11:58 The big reveal. 15:34 Why Liz felt it was so important to write Big Feelings. 19:34 Why our self-narrative both helps and hurts our identity. 22:02 Why it is becoming harder for people to find balance and alleviate burnout. 25:13 The importance of post-traumatic growth 9:22 Effortless Perfection and Susan Cain's Bittersweet 36:56 Detaching your self-worth from what you do for work 46:10 The big feelings assessment 50:14 How to let go of what you can't control. 54:21 The topic of uncertainty, the myths around it, and how you work through it. 57:49 We discuss her popular Instagram page. 1:01:58 Show wrap up. Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/   -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.

How do you go from learned helplessness to learned optimism? Six ways you can unlearn learned helplessness. | Brought to you by Athletic Greens (https://athleticgreens.com/passionstruck) and Trade Coffee Company ((https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck). What Is Learned Helplessness and How Do You Overcome It? In this episode of Passion Struck, I discuss learned helplessness psychology, unravel why we learn helplessness, the consequences of it in our lives, and provide six steps through which you can break free from its hold and become your true self via learned optimism. Thank you for listening to the podcast. I hope you also keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). Episode Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Athletic Greens and Trade Coffee Company. Athletic Greens is a health and wellness company that makes comprehensive daily nutrition really simple. ONE scoop contains 75 vitamins, including multivitamins, multi minerals, probiotics, and immune-supporting mushrooms. Get a free one year supply of Vitamin D3/K2 and five travel packs at athleticgreens.com/passionstruck Elevate your coffee ritual w/ sustainably sourced coffee delivered fresh from 50+ roasters. We'll help you brew a better cup of coffee at home. 5 Million+ Bags Shipped. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Timestamps 0:00 Episode teaser and announcements 2:47 The experience brought on by learned helplessness 4:21 Story of learned helplessness psychology (Baby Elephant Syndrome) 7:47 What does it mean to learn helplessness? 9:23 How is helplessness learned? 10:01 Learned helplessness psychology: what factors affect our ability to help ourselves 11:40 What are the consequences of learned helplessness? 14:26 Six steps to overcome learned helplessness? 17:40 Breaking free from learned helplessness 19:48 Wrap up and analysis Links on Learned Helplessness * Martin Seligman's Interview on learned helplessness: https://youtu.be/0wE8C-ErkcY * Angela Duckworth's Grit Scale Quiz: https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-scale/ * Angela Duckworth's Book: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance: https://amzn.to/36z9X3K  (links to Amazon) * Dr. Marie Fang's video on learned helplessness: https://youtu.be/YOJBL8uLT2U * Click Here for the Transcript: https://johnrmiles.com/what-is-learned-helplessness/  * 9 Simple Ways to Create Work-Life Balance: https://passionstruck.com/create-work-life-balance-9-simple-ways/ * Baby Elephant Syndrome: https://ourlegacyfoundation.org/baby-elephant-syndrome/ *Learned Helplessness at Fifty: Insights from Neuroscience: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4920136/ * PLOS One research: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0249056 * American Psychological Association research: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2001-18225-005 * Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 * John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. * Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. * Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. * How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.  

Kate Gilman Williams — How kids can save animals, why advocacy has no age limit and anyone can make a difference. | Brought to you by Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck). Kate is the Founder of Kids Can Save Animals, Founder of Club 15 – an extension of Project 15 from Microsoft, and Author! She launched Kids Can Save Animals to connect her generation with world-renowned conservation organizations, technologists, policymakers, and global leaders who work to save wildlife and wild spaces. Her goal is to save endangered animals. Born Free USA Kate was recently named the first Youth Ambassador for Born Free USA. In her role, Kate will speak to her generation about the exploitation and suffering of animals living in captivity, educate kids and teens that animals being used for any kind of human entertainment is wrong, what the illegal pet trade is, and how we all can help end the wildlife trade and trophy hunting. Let's Go On Safari At age 8, Kate authored the book Let's Go On Safari! which takes readers on a safari adventure and encourages children to speak up for animals who don't have a voice.  All sales from the book support the Jane Goodall Institute, The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and Re:Wild.  So far, her book has raised over $15,000 for her conservation partners. When Penguin Random House in South Africa picked up Let's Go On Safari! Kate became the youngest author in history to sign two publishing contracts resulting in a global title release. In the Summer of 2021, Kate partnered with Jenn Hartmann Luck, Austin-based singer, and songwriter, to produce a song “Kids Can Save Animals.” With each download, 15% supports Re:Wild where Leonardo DiCaprio is the founding board member. Enjoy Thank you to our sponsor Trade Coffee Company Elevate your coffee ritual w/ sustainably sourced coffee delivered fresh from 50+ roasters. We'll help you brew a better cup of coffee at home. 5 Million+ Bags Shipped. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements and Guest Introduction 3:56 How Kate Gilman Williams became an advocate for animals 5:31 The youngest published author in history 6:25 Why the cheetah is an endangered species 7:51 Why an elephant is killed every 15 minutes 9:23 Favorite Club 15 podcast interview guests 10:01 How technology is saving animals 11:47 Kate discusses her new song "Kids Can Save Animals" 13:15 Why Microsoft is supporting animal advocacy 15:09 Kate's interest in saving ocean life 16:32 Lessons learned from podcasting 17:00 Why anyone can make a difference in the world 18:01 Why finding a mentor is important 18:45 Advocacy has no age limit 19:02 How kids can become leaders in their community 20:33 In 10 years we can lose all elephants on the planet 21:29 The northern white rhino preservation 22:18 Born Free USA and quarters for Koalas 23:42 If something is important you will pursue it 25:46 The future of Club 15 26:17 Greta Thunberg 29:18 Wrap up Follow Kate Gilman Williams * Website: https://kidscansaveanimals.com/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidscansaveanimals/ * Twitter: https://twitter.com/kidssaveanimals * Born Free USA: https://www.bornfreeusa.org    Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast;  a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy world's most insightful people to learn their lessons to living intentionally and becoming the masters of their own life and destiny. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned to John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.  

Rob Greenlee on the current state and the future of podcasting and podcast trends to pay attention to (2022 and beyond). | Brought to you by Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck). Today's guest is Podcast Hall of Famer Robert Greenlee. Rob is the VP of Content and Partnerships at Libsyn (LSYN). He is a current Board Member and Former Chair of The Podcast Academy. He started on radio in 1999 and then podcasting in 2004 with the first nationally syndicated radio show "WebTalk World Radio Show" to begin podcasting. Robert and fellow Podcast Hall of Fame Inductee Todd Cochrane host The New Media Show where they interview luminaries from the podcasting space providing deep insight into what is actually happening in the podcasting world. He was inducted into the “Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame” in 2017. On Passion Struck with John R. Miles, we discuss how Rob launched his first radio show WebTalk which later became a podcast. How he shaped Microsoft's podcast strategy and products. Why does he believe Microsoft entered too early and got out too soon. The story of how podcasting became his passion. What he sees are the biggest trends happening today in podcasting and over the next few years. The advent of video in podcasting and where he predicts the future of that and Live episodes going. Enjoy! Thank you to our sponsor Trade Coffee Company Elevate your coffee ritual w/ sustainably sourced coffee delivered fresh from 50+ roasters. We'll help you brew a better cup of coffee at home. 5 Million+ Bags Shipped. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Timestamps: 0:00 Announcements and Rob Greenlee introduction 3:49 The Webtalk radio show and podcast 7:58 Why Micorosft missed the podcasting window 13:37 Microsoft is an engineering-driven organization 17:47 Story of Dell's failed entry into smartphones 23:11 Rob Greenlee's lifelong passion for podcasting 29:25 Importance of content marketing 33:19 What is the current state of podcasting 36:46 The future of podcasting (trends 2022 and beyond) 41:55 Advice on launching a podcast 45:32 New Media Podcast 51:32 What podcast format drives the most downloads 56:33 The future of video in podcasting 1:02:45 Show Wrap Up Follow Rob Greenlee *Website: https://robgreenlee.com/ *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robgreenlee/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robwgreenlee/ *New Media Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-media-show/id392545649 Show Links Check out John's episode on the science that promotes Curiosity. Catch up with Episode 114. Are you showing yourself self-compassion? John discusses Self-Love in episode 104. The nine steps to creating a balanced life in Episode 124. Suppose you missed our interview with Susan Cain on her new book Bittersweet. Download it here. Catch episode 123 I did with Dr. David Vago on the criticality of systems change. You can find the episode here Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast;  a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy world's most insightful people to learn their lessons to living intentionally and becoming the masters of their own life and destiny. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned to John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.      

How do you live with a proper work-life balance? In this episode of Passion Struck with John R. miles, I will discuss 9 simple ways to find your balance and get your life back. | Brought to you by Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck). Finding a balanced life helps you improve your overall health. When you have balance, you have time to pay attention to your body's needs. You can prioritize things like diet, exercise, and meditation instead of regretting that you never have time to take care of yourself. Thank you for listening to the podcast. I hope you also keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). Episode Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Babbel. The comprehensive learning system that combines effective education methods with state-of-the-art technology. Save up to 60 % off your subscription when you go to www.babbel.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Show Resources Bittersweet by Susan Cain 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Check out my interview with Susan Cain. 2021 CDC Life Expectancy Report 2011 Journal of Gerontology Report 2005 New England Journal of Medicine Article Episode 74 The Importance of Play as an Adult Episode 112 'The Keys to a Rewarding Life are Peak Experiences.' Episode 38 Turn Your Time Into Productivity with Abigail Barnes Episode 123 with Dr. David Vago on Self Transcendence, Meditation and Meta-Awareness The New Science of Learning: How to Learn in Harmony With Your Brain. Time Tracking and Calendar tools: Calendly, Engross, Everhour Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.  

Dr. David Vago on self-transcendence - how to experience personal growth and awakening through meditation and meta-awareness | Brought to you by Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck). David Vago, Ph.D., is on a mission to alleviate suffering and improve well-being through investigating connections between the mind, brain, and body. He is a Research Associate Professor and Director of the Contemplative Neuroscience and Mind-Body Research Laboratory in the Department of Psychology at Vanderbilt University. He is part of the faculty for the Vanderbilt Brain Institute and Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation. Dr. Vago maintains a research associate position in the Functional Neuroimaging Laboratory, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, and is also Research Lead for the mental health and well-being platform, Roundglass, and a Mind and Life Institute Fellow. Over one million people have viewed Dr. Vago's Ted Talk on self-transformation. How Self-Transcendence Impacts Your Self-Identity Self-transcendence is the idea that there is something to transcend the self as if the self is something that is created through time. Over time, you have certain thoughts and emotions that construct your self-identity. It is a clinical model of self-reification, right conditioning, and habit formation. It all leads to how we conceptualize our identity, our needs, wants, fears, expectations, attitudes, and values. It is how our whole worldview is constructed. And so what meditation does, is it allows you to create a distance with those thoughts to find your greatest peace. Please enjoy Dr. David Vago's episode and leave us a 5-Star rating if you love the episode. I know Dr. Vago and I would appreciate seeing listener comments. If you would like to watch this episode in addition to listening to it, you can view it here on our YouTube Channel. Please subscribe. Thank You To Our Sponsor This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Babbel. The comprehensive learning system that combines effective education methods with state-of-the-art technology. Save up to 60 % off your subscription when you go to www.babbel.com/passionstruck.  Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. ► Subscribe to My YouTube Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Links from the Show: Buddhism and Equanimity - MR Tom, DR Vago - The Virtues in Psychiatric Practice, 2021. This edited text describes the use of positive psychology and contemplative practices in the context of psychiatry. How meditation changes the brain: A neurophilosophical and pragmatic account. DR Vago - Routledge Handbook on the Philosophy of Meditation, 2022 This Handbook on the Philosophy of Meditation provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the state of the field of the philosophy of meditation and engages primarily in the philosophical assessment of the merits of meditation practices. Yaden, D. B., J. Haidt, R. W. Hood, D. R. Vago, and A. B. Newberg (2017). "The Varieties of Self-Transcendent Experience." Review of General Psychology 21(2): 143-160. [Link] Vago, D. R. and D. A. Silbersweig (2012). "Self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-transcendence (S-ART): a framework for understanding the neurobiological mechanisms of mindfulness." Front Hum Neurosci 6: 296. [Link] Vago, D. R. and F. Zeidan (2016). "The brain on silent: mind wandering, mindful awareness, and states of mental tranquility." Ann N Y Acad Sci 1373(1): 96-113. [Link] Davis, J. H. and D. R. Vago (2014). "Can enlightenment be traced to specific neural correlates, cognition, or behavior? No, and (a qualified) Yes." Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. [Link] The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell Transcend by Scott Barry Kauffman Follow Dr. David Vago * Website: https://www.contemplativeneurosciences.com/  * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_vago/ *Twitter: https://twitter.com/dave_vago *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drvago/ *Roundglass: https://living.round.glass/sunny/people/David_Vago7n1k0lef/expert-profile   Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast;  a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy world's most insightful people to learn their lessons to living intentionally and becoming the masters of their own life and destiny. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. 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We all learn differently and understanding the science of learning helps us all uniquely learn better. And the more we know, the easier it is to learn and understand new things regardless of your profession. | Brought to you by Grammarly (https://grammarly.com/passionstruck) and Raycon (https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck). The science of learning is the ongoing process of information retention over time. Because our memory makes up the very framework through which we make sense of and take action within the present, its importance goes without saying. But how exactly does it work? I use the unique story of Dr. Siddharth Warrier to illustrate how we learn and why lifelong learning is so important. To read further about today's episode, please visit the show notes on PassionStruck.com/passion_struck_podcast.  Thank you for listening to this episode. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Thank You To Our Sponsors This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Grammarly. Level up your writing with advanced suggestions on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and style. Get 20% off premium at https://grammarly.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. This episode is also sponsored by Raycon. Raycon is a wireless audio brand that enables inspirational audio experiences. With an unapologetic willingness to shatter industry norms and a cost that is half of its competitors. Get 15% at https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Time Stamps 0:00 Why are humans the ultimate learning machine? 4:32 What it takes to learn: the Dr. Siddharth Warrier story 9:03 What does the science of learning entail? 10:18 The 3 aspects of the neuroscience of learning 15:16 How does the brain learn new information? 16:14 How do you help others learn better? 17:40 Can stress facilitate learning? 18:18 The science of learning principles 19:45 Analysis and synthesis Show Resources Bittersweet by Susan Cain Check out my interview with Susan Cain. Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens by Barbara Oakley The New Science of Learning: How to Learn in Harmony With Your Brain. Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.  

Susan Cain — Bittersweet, the Happiness of the Melancholy, How Sorrow Creates the Union Between Souls | Brought to you by Grammarly and Raycon. Susan Cain is one of my favorite authors and completely changed the way I viewed myself and my own strengths. Susan is the author of the Quiet Journal, Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts, and Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, which spent eight years on The New York Times bestseller list, and has been translated into 40 languages. Her new masterpiece, Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole, is available now. Susan's first record-smashing TED Talk has been viewed more than 40 million times and was named by Bill Gates as one of his all-time favorite talks (and if you like that one, you should check out her most recent TED Talk with violinist Min Kym). LinkedIn named her the top sixth influencer in the world, just behind Richard Branson and Melinda Gates. Susan partners with Malcolm Gladwell, Adam Grant, and Dan Pink to curate the Next Big Idea Club. They donate all of their proceeds to children's literacy programs. Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make us Whole In her new book, Susan discusses why sadness and the happiness of melancholy are key to achieving self-transcendence and the union between souls. As with the majority of people, you've probably been taught your entire life to look at the positive side and be happy no matter what. While there is a place for optimism and looking at the bright side, by burying your melancholy and sadness, you may actually be doing yourself a terrible disservice. Please enjoy Susan Cain's episode and leave us a 5-Star rating if you love the episode. I know Susan and I would appreciate seeing listener comments. If you would like to watch this episode in addition to listening to it, you can view it here on our YouTube Channel. Please subscribe. Thank You to Our Sponsors This episode of Passion Struck with John R. Miles is brought to you by Grammarly. Level up your writing with advanced suggestions on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and style. Get 20% off premium at grammarly.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. This episode is also sponsored by Raycon. Raycon is a wireless audio brand that enables inspirational audio experiences. With an unapologetic willingness to shatter industry norms and a cost that is half of its competitors. Get 15% at https://buyraycon.com/passionstruck. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck. Follow Susan Cain on the Socials *Website: https://susancain.net/newsletter/ *Twitter: https://twitter.com/susancain/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susancainauthor/ *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorsusancain/ *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancain/ *Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Makes us Whole by Susan Cain Links from the Show: Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking Susan's Bittersweet Playlist | Spotify The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell Transcend by Scott Barry Kauffman The Compassionate Instinct by Dacher Keltner Father and Son by Cat Stevens The Whole of the Moon by the Waterboys Anthem (Live in London) | Leonard Cohen What is Kabbalah? | Reform Judaism 5 Teachings from the Japanese Wabi-Sabi Philosophy That Can Drastically Improve Your Life | Omar Itani Rumi: The Wound is the Place Where the Light Enters You | The Search For Wisdom Love Dogs by Rumi | The MERI Center at UCSF The Science of Music: Why Do Songs in a Minor Key Sound Sad? | NME Why Sad Songs Say So Much by Susan Cain | Quiet Revolution Our Longing Back to the Garden of Eden | NIV The Long Arm of Etymology, Or, Longing for Word Origins | OUPblog Survival of the Fittest: Groups versus Individuals | Farnam Street Dacher Keltner on the Vagus Nerve | Greater Good Science Center Battle of Wits Scene | The Princess Bride What Is Sufism? | Institute for Global Change Somewhere Over the Rainbow | The Wizard of Oz “…Our Hearts Are Restless…” An Analysis of One of the Greatest Sentences Ever Written | TGC Beauty in Sorrow by Balaji Ravichandran | The Guardian How to Turn Your Grief into Creativity | Baha'i Teachings Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast;  a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy world's most insightful people to learn their lessons to living intentionally and becoming the masters of their own life and destiny. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tunJohn's John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.    

All around us, people talk about success all the time and the repercussions of what it is and how it is achieved weigh heavily in society today. These definitions are thrust on us by how others perceive our success and how we define it for ourselves. As I've discussed in previous episodes, many people define success in materialistic ways such as earning a degree, buying a house, a car, or a yacht. Others believe it is determined by their career, awards, accolades, and recognition. And some define success as getting married and having a family.   But have you ever thought that success is doing the things you love when you want to do them and with whom you want to do them with? Famous author and leadership coach Miles Munroe once said, "True success is not a project but a journey." Munroe summarizes that success is not achieved by a single event but by a succession of steps and actions. The quote illustrates that we are never to conclude that a person is unsuccessful simply because of temporary situations that do not fit into the general definition of success. In today's episode, I delve deep into the true meaning of success by examining the unique rags-to-riches success story of American businesswoman and Shark Tank celebrity investor Barbara Corcoran. Her example illustrates how you can achieve great things by defining success on your terms. We will also go into how you earn and measure true success.  Thank You to Our Sponsors CODA: Get started having your team all working together on the same page for FREE. Head over to https://www.coda.io/PASSIONSTRUCK. COINBASE: For a limited time, new users can get $10 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at https://coinbase.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. TRADE COFFEE: Trade is offering new subscribers a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://wwwdrinktrade.com/passionstruck. TEN THOUSAND: Ten Thousand is offering subscribers 15% off when you go to https://tenthousand.cc and use code PASSIONSTRUCK. Thank you for listening to this podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Show Resources Shark Tales: How I Turned $1,000 into a Billion Dollar Business by Barbara Corcoran True Meaning of Success Harvard Business Review Article Unreasonable Success and How to Achieve It by Richard Koch Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses where you invest your love; you invest your life in Episode 104 John explains why materialism is impacting your success and happiness in episode 96. Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. How do you strengthen your relationship with your best self? Explore episode 110. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.  

Dr. Jannell MacAulay is a pilot, commander, special operations consultant, international diplomat, TEDx speaker, and professional instructor. She is a combat veteran with 20 years of experience in the US Air Force. Dr. MacAulay was the first leader to introduce mindfulness as a proactive performance strategy within the United States military. About Today's Episode with Dr. Jannell MacAulay I sit down with Jannell to discuss her decision to go to the Air Force Academy. We discuss how she learned how to be her best self through her flight training and serving in combat and her most harrowing flight experience. We discussed what made her start to do mindfulness and why she began to introduce it to her different military assignments. We explore the difference between leadership styles. We explore the difference between somebody who believes that you can change and somebody who thinks you can't? Why does she believe world-class people, in whatever they do, are paragons of passion. She goes into why she equates mindfulness to doing mental push-ups. We explore her relationship with Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, the training course they developed together, and more. Thank you for listening to the Passion Struck podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on my YouTube channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles.  Thank You to Our Sponsors TRADE COFFEE: Trade is offering new subscribers a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://wwwdrinktrade.com/passionstruck. TEN THOUSAND: Ten Thousand is offering subscribers 15% off when you go to https://tenthousand.cc and use code PASSIONSTRUCK. CODA: Get started having your team all working together on the same page for FREE. Head over to https://www.coda.io/PASSIONSTRUCK. COINBASE: For a limited time, new users can get $10 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at https://coinbase.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction and Announcements 4:23 Sponsors: Trade Coffee and Ten Thousand 7:16 Why Jannell MacAulay attended the Air Force Academy 11:47 Flying a C-130 through a bad Thunderstorm with Iraqi troops 17:43 Finding mindfulness and being a recovering perfectionist 21:52 The power of doing mental push-ups and using mindset minutes 29:05 Why you have to train your mind in a deliberate way 33:51 Why are people who are world class paragons of passion 37:15 Sponsors: CODA and Coinbase 39:08 Why veterans struggle when they leave the military 43:32 The importance of a clear purpose statement 45:35 How to fix disengagement in corporate settings 52:06 The story of Pete Carroll and Angela Duckworth 56:30 Why love is such a big word for Pete Carroll 1:01:46 Ligthening round of questions 1:07:08 Synthesis FOLLOW DR. JANNELL MACAULAY *Website: https://jannellmacaulay.com/ *Warriors Edge: https://competetocreate.net/warriors-edge/ *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macaulayjc/ *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjannellmacaulay/ *LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jannell-macaulay-phd-a187261/ Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast;  a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy world's most insightful people to learn their lessons to living intentionally and becoming the masters of their own life and destiny. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tunJohn's John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.    

President Barack Obama said, “The biggest problem we have in our society and the world right now is a lack of empathy. We are in great need of people being able to stand in somebody else's shoes and see the world through their eyes.” The gap that President Obama alludes to is only growing more expansive as we continually become a society consumed by self-gratitude instead of focusing on ending the suffering of others. That's why it's so important we work at being empathetic. Luckily, we can. Empathy is a cornerstone for successful relationships, but it is a quality that has to be intentional. Most people like to feel understood, but the mark of maturity is in knowing how to demonstrate understanding. In the end, the knowledge you wish to receive becomes more likely essential adjustments that will help you become a more empathetic person and living life, passion struck. Thank You to Our Sponsors: Green Chef: Go to https://greenchef.com/passionstruck130 and use code passionstruck130 to get $130 off, plus free shipping!” Ten Thousand: Go to https://tenthousand.cc and get 15% off with code PASSIONSTRUCK. Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck For all sponsorship deals, go to https://passionstruck.com/deals Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Thank you for listening to this podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Timestamps: 0:00 Introducing empathy 2:23 Ten Thousand and Green Chef 5:31 What does it mean to be empathetic? 8:21Empathy definition and meaning. 9:24 Is empathy something that can be learned or something that we are born with? 11:51 Why is empathy important? 12:54 Is empathy a natural habit and what can I do to overcome a lack of empathy? 14:50 How is empathy given without getting overwhelmed? 15:36 How do you practice empathy? 17:00 Synthesis and conclusion Show Resources Bittersweet by Susan Cain The Compassionate Instinct by Dacher Keltner, Jason Marsh, and Jeremy Smith Be Beautiful, Be You by Lizzie Velasquez The Healthy Mind Toolkit by Alice Boyes Stress-Free Productivity by Alice Boyes Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses where you invest your love; you invest your life in Episode 104 John explains how your environment influences who you become in episode 102. Do you know the science of healthy habits? John explores this in-depth in Episode 108. Suppose you missed our interview with Jen Bricker-Bauer on Everything is Possible. Don't panic! You can catch up by downloading it here. Find John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://passionstruck.com/blog/ * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders. John is the host of the Passion Struck Podcast, a show focused on exploring the mindset and philosophy of the world's highest achievers to learn their lessons to living intentionally. Passion Struck aspires to speak to the humanity of people in a way that makes them want to live better, be better and impact. Stay tuned for John's latest project, his upcoming book, which will be published in summer 2022. Learn more about me: https://johnrmiles.com. New to this channel and the passion-struck podcast? Check out our starter packs which are our favorite episodes grouped by topic, to allow you to get a sense of all the podcast has to offer. Go to Spotify or https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. Like this? Please join me on my new platform for peak performance, life coaching, self-improvement, intentional living, and personal growth: https://passionstruck.com/ and sign up for our email list.