Podcasts about personal change

Sébastien Page explores how great leaders navigate failure, conflict, pressure, and purpose. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How agreeableness holds you back 2) How to know whether a goal is still worth pursuing 3) How to make stress work for you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1056 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SÉBASTIEN — Sébastien Page is Head of Global Multi-Asset and Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price. He has more than two decades of leadership experience and has done extensive research on positive, sports, and personality psychology. He currently oversees a team of investment professionals actively managing over $500 billion in Assets Under Management. Page has written two finance books: Beyond Diversification: What Every Investor Needs to Know, and the co-authored Factor Investing and Asset Allocation, and he has won six annual research-paper awards: two from The Financial Analysts Journal and four from The Journal of Portfolio Management. He appears regularly on CNBC and Bloomberg TV, and in 2022 was named a Top Voice in Finance by LinkedIn. He has been quoted extensively in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Barron's. His latest book, The Psychology of Leadership, is on sale now from Harriman House. Page lives in Maryland with his wife and kids.• Book: The Psychology of Leadership: Timeless principles to improve your management of individuals, teams… and yourself! • LinkedIn: Sébastien Page• Website: PsychologyofLeadership.net — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins • Book: Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within by David Goggins • Book: Open: An Autobiography by Andre Agassi • Book: Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away by Annie Duke • Book: The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • Past episode: 727: How to Start Something New and See it Through with Michael Bungay Stanier— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listener Questions: Managing Self-Awareness and High Conflict RelationshipsIn this episode of It's All Your Fault, Bill Eddy and Megan Hunter, co-founders of the High Conflict Institute, tackle pressing listener questions about managing difficult relationships and developing self-awareness. The episode focuses particularly on handling interactions with individuals who display challenging personality traits and navigating complex relationship dynamics.Understanding Self-Awareness and Conflict ManagementBill and Megan explore the crucial role of self-awareness in managing high conflict tendencies. They emphasize that approximately 10% of people exhibit high conflict personality traits, with self-awareness being a key differentiator in relationship success. The hosts discuss practical tools like the BIFF (Brief, Informative, Friendly and Firm) method and EAR statements for better communication.Navigating Complex RelationshipsThe discussion delves into strategies for dealing with challenging personalities in various contexts, including co-parenting situations and mediation. Bill and Megan stress the importance of setting realistic expectations and knowing when to try alternative approaches if initial strategies aren't working.Personal Change and External InfluencesAn important segment addresses how manipulative relationships can impact otherwise healthy individuals, potentially causing them to display uncharacteristic behaviors. The hosts explore the importance of maintaining personal boundaries and recognizing when to seek professional help.Questions we answer in this episode:How can someone who recognizes their own high conflict tendencies improve their relationships?What strategies work best when mediating with challenging personalities?Can manipulative relationships cause someone to display high conflict behaviors?How should one approach personality changes in relationships?What role do organizational structures play in conflict resolution?Key Takeaways:Self-awareness is crucial for managing high conflict tendenciesSet clear boundaries and know when to stop trying certain approachesSudden personality changes should prompt medical evaluationManipulative relationships can affect anyone's behaviorSupport systems and professional help are valuable resourcesThis episode provides valuable insights for anyone dealing with challenging relationships or working to improve their own conflict management skills. Bill and Megan offer practical tools and compassionate guidance while maintaining professional boundaries and emphasizing the importance of seeking appropriate medical and mental health support when needed.Links & Other NotesPROFESSIONAL TRAININGNew Ways for Mediation training for professionalsCOURSES & CLASSESNew Ways for Life (training to help young people learn 4 Big Skills)Conflict Influencer Group ClassBOOKS5 Types of People Who Can Ruin Your LifeOUR WEBSITE: https://www.highconflictinstitute.com/Submit a Question for Bill and MeganAll of our books can be found in our online store or anywhere books are sold, including as e-books.You can also find these show notes at our site as well.Note: We are not diagnosing anyone in our discussions, merely discussing general patterns of behavior. Nor are we providing legal or therapeutic advice. Please seek the assistance of your local professionals to seek help. (00:00) - Welcome to It's All Your Fault (01:40) - Listener Questions (02:02) - Question One (06:03) - Question Two (11:28) - Question Three (13:38) - Question Four (18:59) - Question Five (22:40) - Reminders & Coming Next Week: Bully Bosses Learn more about our New Ways for Work Coaching sessions. Get started today!

Andrew is the Founder and Managing Director of Agility Consulting Group. He is a leadership enthusiast who is passionate about building leadership capacity to help organisations to make progress on big complex problems. He has been an Adjunct Faculty at the Australia Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at the University of NSW for 15 years where he facilitates executive programs in adaptive leadership and leadership agility. He is also the author of Survive and Thrive; 120 Ideas to Cultivate Your Leadership Agility. and in 2025 launched Getting Unstuck – How Learning Bravely is a Superpower for Personal Change and Growth.Andrew is a Visting Faculty of the United Nations System Staff College where he has delivered a number of leadership programs in Turin.He can be contacted at cultivateagility.comLink to claim CME credit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3CME credit is available for up to 3 years after the stated release dateContact CEOD@bmhcc.org if you have any questions about claiming credit.

Host: Celeste, The Therapist Summary: In this episode, Celeste, a seasoned therapist from Boston with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, delves into the crucial role of awareness in personal transformation. She explains how becoming mindful of your behaviors can be the first step towards meaningful change, regardless of your background or the specific challenges you face. Celeste emphasizes the importance of not just listening to the podcast but actively engaging with the content throughout the week. Whether you're dealing with issues related to socioeconomic status, race, sexual identity, or any other area, this episode offers valuable insights into shifting the way you think. Tune in to learn practical strategies for increasing self-awareness and kickstarting your journey towards a healthier mindset. Key Points: Introduction to Celeste's background and expertise The universal nature of struggles and the common themes in overcoming them The significance of awareness in changing behaviors Practical advice on how to engage with the podcast content for maximum benefit   Call to Action: Follow Celeste on all social media platforms Watch the podcast with visuals on YouTube for an enhanced experience Click Here to Join the SHIFT Community Don't miss out on this insightful episode that could change the way you think and approach your personal growth! Website: www.stwyt.com Email: info@STWYT.com Follow Celeste: @CelesteTheTherapist Celebrate this milestone episode by joining Celeste in shifting the way you think!  Listen on: All major audio podcast platforms     Make sure to follow us on social media: Twitter: @CelesteTheTherapist Instagram: @CelesteTheTherapist Facebook: @CelesteViciereLMHC Youtube: @CelesteTheTherapist Event Reminder: https://stwyt.com/events New Episodes: Every Drops every Wednesday   Learn more about my wellness Center: www.STWYT.com Stay Connected Love what Celeste is doing and want to support the wellness center? Support the wellness center by donating a class: https://stwyt.com/donate Click here to leave me a rating for my podcast on apple podcast: The hashtag for the podcast is #ShiftingTheWayYouThink  

Paul Levitin converses with psychotherapist Thomas M. Jones, who introduces the Paradox Process, a technique for managing negative emotions and rewiring the mind. **Go to Mybodytutor.com and tell them Paul from Change Made Easy sent you for a discount on your first month of custom nutrition and fitness coaching!** They explore how to effectively control your inner dialogue, understand the impact of core beliefs formed in childhood, and utilize powerful exercises like 'Affirm Clear' to foster both personal and professional growth. KEY MOMENTS" 00:00 Introduction: Embracing Life's Paradoxes 00:37 Welcome to Change Made Easy 01:14 Meet Thomas M. Jones: The Paradox Process 02:33 Understanding Inner Dialogue and Belief Systems 06:05 The Power of Affirmations and Acceptance 13:54 Managing Emotions and Mental Exercises 22:37 Challenging Your Comfort Zone 23:06 Embracing an Identity of Change 24:04 The Cycle of Beliefs and Actions 26:43 The Power of Desire and Attachment 29:52 Real-Life Demonstration: Work-Life Balance 31:34 The Paradox Process: Feeling Clear 37:33 Understanding the Mind and Emotional Awareness 39:38 Practical Steps for Personal Change

The words we use don't just describe reality—they create it. In this episode, we explore how small shifts in language can transform mindset, build agency, and reshape how we navigate challenges. Drawing from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, linguistic relativity, and neuroscience, we unpack the hidden ways language reinforces limitations or opens new possibilities. Plus, we share practical tools to help you replace reactive phrases with proactive, empowering language. Books for Further Learning: • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. Covey • Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear • Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy by Andrew Newberg & Mark Robert Waldman • Linguistic Relativity: Language, Thought, and Culture by Caleb Everett • How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett • Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Kristin Neff Call to Action: What's one reactive phrase you're shifting into a proactive one? DM me or tag me on social media with your language shifts—I'd love to hear how this episode is helping you reframe your mindset!   ****   Ready to make a change? Book Your Next Chapter Call w/ Patricia.   Patricia's 1:1 and group coaching programs are about becoming the active designer of your life through any transitional phase. Learn more at https://www.patriciacosulich.com.   Share this episode and tag us on social media! @patricia.cosulich & @the_transitions_podcast

Paul Levitin converses with psychotherapist Thomas M. Jones, who introduces the Paradox Process, a technique for managing negative emotions and rewiring the mind. **Go to Mybodytutor.com and tell them Paul from Change Made Easy sent you for a discount on your first month of custom nutrition and fitness coaching!** They explore how to effectively control your inner dialogue, understand the impact of core beliefs formed in childhood, and utilize powerful exercises like 'Affirm Clear' to foster both personal and professional growth. KEY MOMENTS" 00:00 Introduction: Embracing Life's Paradoxes 00:37 Welcome to Change Made Easy 01:14 Meet Thomas M. Jones: The Paradox Process 02:33 Understanding Inner Dialogue and Belief Systems 06:05 The Power of Affirmations and Acceptance 13:54 Managing Emotions and Mental Exercises 22:37 Challenging Your Comfort Zone 23:06 Embracing an Identity of Change 24:04 The Cycle of Beliefs and Actions 26:43 The Power of Desire and Attachment 29:52 Real-Life Demonstration: Work-Life Balance 31:34 The Paradox Process: Feeling Clear 37:33 Understanding the Mind and Emotional Awareness 39:38 Practical Steps for Personal Change

Astrophysicist, sustainability advocate, and author Dr. Joshua Spodek joins us to discusses breaking free from processed food addiction, building community-driven environmental solutions, and embracing the Spodek Method - a unique approach focusing on intrinsic motivation for sustainable action. Josh shares insights from his latest book, Sustainability Simplified, which captures Josh's life journey and reveals how our culture became so polluting, and shows practical and liberating solutions for individuals, nations, and the world. You can pre-order his new book here: https://a.co/d/5HpYyXp If you want to help us reach our goal of planting 30k trees AND get a free tree planted in your name, visit www.aclimatechange.com/trees to learn how.

In this episode, Emily unpacks the collective themes for the energy of February 2025! This is a collective energy forecast that Emily channeled through the Akashic Records. As with all channeled information, take what resonates with you and leave the rest.Themes for February: Collective unrest, irritation, and discomfort leads to big breakthroughs Embrace the Aquarius energy- doing things differently, dancing to the beat of your own drum, being unconventional Getting out of your comfort zone and trying things a new way New and unexpected relationships as polarity and division brings us together Year of the Wood Snake- be open to change and transformation Keep listening till the end for a personal message from 4 different Goddesses! February Offerings: ✨ Take the Starseed Quiz- https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/677c59fe9cec6e0015d64d48

Robert Fersh shares tried and tested strategies for de-escalating conflict and bridging disagreements. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to find shared goals to move past differences 2) The best way to deal with defensiveness 3) What to do when you fundamentally disagree Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1028 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROBERT — Rob Fersh is a seasoned consensus-builder and has spent over 45 years bridging policy differences and moving public policy forward in Washington DC, working for Congress, in the Executive Branch, and in leading non-profits. He studied at Cornell University and Boston University School of Law. Rob founded Convergence Center for Policy Resolution in 2009 after directing a national anti-hunger organization. Rob's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. • Book: From Conflict to Convergence: Coming Together to Solve Tough Problems • Website: ConvergencePolicy.org — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In by William Ury and Robert Fisher • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • Past episode: 938: William Ury on How to Thrive in Conflict — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Acorns. Start saving and investing for your future today with Acorns.com/awesome• Earth Breeze. Get 40% off your subscription at earthbreeze.com/AWESOMESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Hard Beautiful Journey, a podcast where we dive deep into healing, personal growth, and the power of vulnerability. Hosted by Tiff Carson, this show brings you raw, real, and inspiring conversations about overcoming adversity, finding resilience, and embracing the hard and beautiful parts of life. In this episode, I sit down with Blake Lefkoe, a transformational coach who specializes in helping people eliminate limiting beliefs using The Lefkoe Method. Blake's journey is one of rebellion, healing, and ultimately finding her purpose in helping others break free from patterns that keep them stuck. We cover everything from her personal transformation, the impact of subconscious beliefs, the role of plant medicine in healing, and even a live session where she helps me uncover and eliminate a deeply ingrained belief. Connect with Blake Lefkoe:

A strong team culture can significantly enhance your practice's productivity and retention. But how do you build one that attracts top performers and drives sustainable growth? Discover the strategic frameworks that transform average teams into growth engines for your practice. Join host Kalem Mackey, CFP®, BPC, Executive Vice President at C2P, and guest, Josh Friberg, a highly skilled exchange facilitator, as they reveal how elite advisory firms use culture to accelerate acquisitions, boost client retention, and create sustainable competitive advantages. Whether you're leading a small team or managing multiple locations, this episode delivers proven systems for building a culture that becomes your firm's most valuable asset.Resources:Books:Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Greg PapasanSlow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal NewportWho Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork  by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin HardyEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownExtreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win  by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't  by Simon SinekThe 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You by John Maxwell  Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. CoveyThe 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals by Chris McChesney by Chris McChesneyPodcast: Episode 115: Supercommunicators with journalist Charles DuhiggVideo:Big Think+ interview with Cal NewportStatistics:Remote work productivity increases 22% on average when properly managed and supported80% of team members select flexible scheduling over additional compensation when given the choice

ITL Hour 1: Should the Texans change the system or change key players up front? QOTD: What's your pure hater sports opinion? Adam Spolane joins the show for his weekly visit. Joe Espada said it's still a chance to keep Bregman, Cavs vs Rockets tonight, & more.

本集節目我們邀請到在 Johnson & Johnson 藥廠擔任 Senior Principal Data Scientist 的張瀞文博士。瀞文最初是遺傳學背景，在相當多元的職涯嘗試之後，她走向資料科學的職涯路徑，後來又再度和生物相遇，到了藥廠負責醫療器材、精準醫療的資料科學工作。在豐富經驗的背後，是一次又一次和自己的對話：「自己想做的事情是什麼？自己的熱情在哪裡？」瀞文傾聽、跟隨內心的聲音，也全力投入每一次的新嘗試，走出了一條屬於自己的職涯道路。  

Resolutions vs. Goals After Betrayal: How to Commit to Personal Change & Achieve Results You Love Do you know the difference between resolutions and goals? Make 2025 the year that everything shifts for you. Discover how to set meaningful intentions, show up differently, and break down goals into manageable steps that lead to real transformation. Top Takeaways: Resolutions What they are, how to set them, and why they're especially powerful after experiencing infidelity and betrayal. Explore the importance of aligning your resolutions with your deeper intentions. Ask yourself: What is my intention for 2025? Goal Setting Learn how to break your resolutions into specific, actionable steps that are measurable and achievable. Uncover strategies to stay consistent and create lasting change through the synergy of goals and resolutions. Who Do You Want to Become in 2025? The way you spend your days is the way you spend your life. Envision the person you want to be and consciously design your daily habits, mindset, and choices to reflect that vision. Want More? Join Lora for a FREE Vision Board Workshop in late January! This workshop is free when you purchase and review a copy of her upcoming book, It's Not Burnout; It's Betrayal: 5 Steps to FUEL UP and Thrive, Available for Pre-Order on Amazon. Special Announcement! Upcoming Book Release Don't miss the release of Lora Cheadle's new book, "It's Not Burnout, It's Betrayal: 5 Tools to FUEL UP & Thrive," on January 21st. This essential guide differentiates between burnout and betrayal, offering five transformative steps to recovery. Get your free downloadable guide on the “The Top Three Ways You Betray Yourself Every Day, and How to Stop” at www.burnoutorbetrayal.com. Stay Connected: Subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell for more episodes packed with tools to nurture your spirit and maintain your well-being. Join us in creating a balanced, joyful life beyond the chaos of the holiday season. If you're ready to Rise Up & Reign as the creator and queen of your life, let's talk. I will walk by your side and give you the perspective, permission, and wisdom needed to turn your betrayal experience into something constructive, empowering, and transformative in all the right ways.  Learn more at www.loracheadle.com and follow me across all social! Download your Sparkle After Betrayal Recovery Guide at www.BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, a guide designed to help you take the first steps in feeling better, so you can reclaim your power, own your worth, and start putting yourself, and your life, back together again. About Lora: Lora Cheadle is an attorney, TEDx speaker, and betrayal recovery coach who helps women turn their devastation into an invitation to rise up and reign. Whether reclaiming what they let go of along the way, rebuilding their identity, or stepping into a stronger sense of self-trust and self-worth, Lora's expert guidance empowers women to uncover the truth™ of what they are capable of and deserve. After being shattered by her husband's fifteen years of infidelity, Lora knows firsthand the skills and strategies necessary to stop feeling broken and start living fully and freely. She is licensed to practice law in California and Colorado, is a trauma-aware coach, clinical hypnotherapist, somatic attachment therapist, advanced integrated energy practitioner, and is certified to teach yoga, mindfulness, group fitness, and personal train. She is the author of the International Book Awards Finalist and Tattered Cover Bestseller, FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self and host of the podcast FLAUNT! Create a Life You Love After Infidelity and Betrayal. She lives in Colorado and loves travel, adventure, and a good book. Get the support you need to find your footing, begin making sense of it all, and feel better fast. As an attorney, betrayal recovery expert, and survivor of infidelity I can help you find the clarity and confidence to create a life that you love on the other side of betrayal. Book Your Session Here: https://calendly.com/loras-schedule/coaching-session Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this podcast! Take charge of your mental health and get 10% off your first month of therapy at https://BetterHelp.com/FLAUNT  READY TO START A BETTER CHAPTER? Step into the future you've always dreamed of with the power of transformative rituals with the Mindful Subscription Box. Get a monthly box full of crystals, aromatherapy, and other spiritual tools worth $120. You deserve high-quality gems, crystals, oils, and mindfulness tools for self-care that truly work. It's a monthly dose of self-love delivered right to your door! Go to www.Mindfulsouls.com  and use Discount Code LORA25 for 25% off your order!

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast series, where we delve into the fascinating topic of trust and its underpinning neuroscience. In episode 352, we revitalize our understanding of trust by revisiting our initial interview with Greg Link from episode 206 and exploring Grant Bosnick's insightful approaches. We unpack the concept of trust as presented in Bosnick's book, emphasizing the five C's for strengthening trustworthiness: Character, Competency, Credibility, Consistency, and Care. Each of these pillars serves as a foundation for building reliable relationships both personally and professionally. Further, we examine critical factors impacting trust, like responsiveness, authenticity, and empathy, shedding light on how these elements foster an environment of trust. This exploration is pivotal for anyone aiming to enhance their self-leadership skills and boost their interpersonal effectiveness. Join us as we push the boundaries of self-leadership, preparing to soar to new heights in the upcoming year with insights that are not only transformative but also actionable. On today's episode #352 we continue with our 18-Week Self-Leadership Series based on Grant Bosnick's “Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience” that we first dove into with our interview on EP #321[i] the end of January 2024. The goal was that each week, we focused on learning something new, (from Grant's book) tied to the most current neuroscience research, that builds off the prior week, to help take us to greater heights this year. It's honestly shocked me that this series took the entire year, and we still have 2 chapters left. The Neuroscience of Empathy and Presence, and then stay tuned for a review of the entire series to take us to new refined heights, in 2025. ((On today's EPISODE #352 “The Neuroscience of Trust” we will cover)): ✔ A review of our FIRST interview where we covered trust with Greg Link,EP 206[ii] ✔ Ch. 17 from Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership book on “The Neuroscience of Trust.” ✔ The 5 Cs to strengthen trustworthiness from Grant Bosnick's work. ✔ Critical factors that impact trust. Review of the Neuroscience of Trust We first covered The Neuroscience of Trust on EPISODE #206, as I was preparing for an interview with Greg Link[i], the co-founder of the Covey Leadership Center. Greg was the one who orchestrated the strategy that led Dr. Stephen R. Covey's book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change, (1989)[ii] to become one of the two best-selling business books of the 20th century according to CEO Magazine, selling over 20 million copies in 38 languages. Greg created the marketing momentum that helped propel Covey Leadership Center from a start-up company to a $110-plus million-dollar enterprise with offices in 40 countries.  You can go back to episode #207[iii] to learn more from Greg Link's incredible experience working with Dr. Covey, and with the fascinating individuals and companies around the world he reviewed with us, where we dove into the topic of “Unleashing Greatness with Neuroscience, SEL, Trust, and the 7 Habits.” While researching Greg Link, who I met when he came to work in the seminar industry in 2002, I was reminded of a topic that he thought was so important that he wrote a book about it with Stephen M.R. Covey (the son of the late Stephen R. Covey) called Smart Trust: The Defining Skill That Transforms Managers into Leaders.[iii] If you look up quotes from Stephen Covey on trust, you can see how important this skill or character trait was to him. He said, “trust is the glue to life” and “the one thing that affects everything else you're doing. It's a performance multiplier which takes your trajectory upwards, for every action you engage in, from strategy to execution.” It's the “shortest route to results” (Robert Allen, author of Multiple Streams of Income). “Trust is the highest form of human motivation. It brings out the very best in people.” (Stephen Covey). Greg Link confided in us in our interview, that it was when Dr. Stephen Covey extended trust towards him (to build his company) that his whole world shifted. If you've taken the leadership self-assessment[iv], look to see if Trust (in Pathway 6, our final pathway in this book study) along with biases, relationships/authenticity and empathy is of a low, medium or high priority for you to focus on this year. I was not surprised to see this pathway is a high area of focus for me. Moving on to chapter 17 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Bosnick opens the chapter by saying that “trust is like a bank account: we can increase it with deposits or reduce it with withdrawals.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 215). He elaborates by saying that “when we are kind and respectful to others, we make a deposit and increase the levels of trust; when we are unkind or disrespectful to others, by contrast, we make a withdrawal and lower the trust. When we keep promises, we make a deposit; when we break promises, we make a withdrawal. When we apologize, we make a deposit, when we are selfish, proud, or arrogant, we make a withdrawal.” Every time we interact with someone, we have the opportunity to make a deposit, or a withdrawal, and if we make deposits and build this up over time, “we can have an abundance of trust.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 215) and Bosnick reminds us that this allows for when “we might have made a withdrawal, others can forgive us for this one time and still keep a high level of trust.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 215). But he warns us that “if we make multiple withdrawals, these will accumulate and drive the level of trust down, which is harder to come back from. It can, in fact, go into a negative balance, where we may distrust that person, and then interpret all of their behavior in a negative light, from which they may never come back.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 215). Bosnick does point out that “there is a strong correlation between trust and a person's willingness to acknowledge their own mistakes, apologize for them and encourage other to acknowledge and learn from their mistakes.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 215). What is the Neuroscience of Trust? Bosnick points out that “when we trust and have trust with others, our brains release and build oxytocin: the neurochemical produced from the comfort of social trust either given or received…Oxytocin is produced in the human brain when we feel trust and trusted, and this molecule motivates reciprocation.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 219). Researchers found that this response signals that another person is safe, familiar and trustworthy, and can occur with strangers without face-to-face interactions.   In chart 17.1, Bosnick lists some behaviors that erode trust, like being inconsistent, lying or lacking transparency, lacking follow through, taking undue credit, passing blame, gossiping, not “walking the talk” or poor communication. IMAGE CREDIT: Chapter 17 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership. Have you ever met someone who eroded trust with you, using any of these examples? If you want to work on building rock-solid trust with others, (personally or professionally) here is what Bosnick suggests. How to Be Trustworthy Bosnick shares the 5 Cs to being Trustworthy. Character: To be trustworthy, we need to be a person of integrity. Integrity is when our thoughts, feelings and actions line up, and it can be felt from others. We've talked about this concept before on this podcast and have called this PRAXIS. To be sure that your thoughts, feelings and actions line up, (or that you are walking your talk) a good measure would be to look at your results. Your conditions, circumstances and environment in your life are a direct reflection of the actions that you take day to day. If you don't like the results you are attaining, (or your conditions/circumstances or your environment where you live) go back and look at your thoughts, feelings and actions, and see if you can uncover where it may be misaligned, and then correct where you are out of line. You might not think this is important, but it really is, as others will just “feel” something is off with you, until this alignment is corrected. Competency: What is your personal track record of success? Do you say what you are going to do, and then do what you say, successfully? Being honest with what we are capable of doing, increases our trustworthiness. This also goes for when we need additional help of support to complete whatever it is that we are working on. To work on strengthening this area, remember that it is not a weakness to ask for additional help when needed. Credibility: If we can “connect the dots between other people's problems or situations” Bosnick says that this adds to our credibility, and this increases our trustworthiness. He says that to do this properly, we cannot “make assumptions and predetermine the solution before fully understanding their needs. We must listen to the core issues and provide solutions that meet their specific needs.” Our ability to listen deeply to others, therefore, improves our trustworthiness. Consistency: Do you do what you say you are going to do with consistency? This creates stability, puts others at ease and builds trust. Bosnick says that “we need to create stability in the situations we face and with the people we interact with. This stability helps people to feel at ease and know what to expect” and this in turn, increases our trustworthiness. Care: Do you care about the people you interact with? Do you show them that they matter, or that you appreciate them? Doing this demonstrates emotional intelligence, Bosnick says, and this “builds human connections and enhances our trustworthiness with the people we engage with.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 222). I can think of examples in each of these areas, but the one that impacts me the most, is the first one, our character. It's how we behave when no one else is watching. When no one else is watching, are you of integrity with your thoughts, feelings and actions? Then think about the others. Are you credible? Do other people trust your abilities? Do you LISTEN deeply to others before offering solutions? What about consistency? Do those that interact with you know where you stand so they can anticipate your actions? Do you create stability? Or competency? Do we know our limits, and what we need for success to occur, and if in doubt, ask for help or support from others to hit our goals? Activity: Reflect on a person you work with where trust is important. Have you ever done something with this person that eroded the trust? How can you use the 5 Cs to build trust to a level where others trust in you without a shadow of a doubt? Remember what Greg Link taught us. For others to see us as trustworthy, it helps when we extend trust in others. The first time I realized that trusting others was not easy for me, was when I was in an experiential seminar in 2004 that showed me just how much trust I had in other people. I had to climb up high, (in this activity) and free fall backwards, and trust that my team mates (who I didn't know very well) would catch me, before I hit the ground. I remember looking at each of my teammates, and the big strong men, I trusted would catch me, (without a doubt) but the women, I wondered about. This was a huge lesson for me in self-awareness, as I've since learned to extend trust to the close women in my life, learning that strength comes in many different forms, but most importantly, it comes back to you, when it's given. Critical Factors That Impact Trust To close out this chapter, Bosnick covers critical factors that impact trust in figure 17.3 that I've added to the show notes. He explains “the most critical factor to build and maintain trust was responsiveness.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 230) and that the size of the team matters. IMAGE CREDIT: Chapter 17 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership Bosnick listed survey results that showed “having a good team makeup who work well together and are responsive in their communication engenders trust. Unresponsive, new teams need to work together to build a bit of cohesion.” Next he lists “authenticity and empathy” for building and maintaining trust which includes “showing genuine, positive regard for others, in our mind, intent and behavior.” It's PRAXIS again. Our thoughts, feelings and actions show up whether we think others can “see” it or not. This comes through with our authenticity that we covered thoroughly on EP 346[v] “Discovering Authenticity and Vulnerability with Mo Issa.” Another survey result he shared mentioned that “when people can bring their whole selves to work from a place of authenticity, while listening and providing their diverse point of views, it creates an environment of trust.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 230). He adds that “communication plays a key role in building and maintaining trust. We need to be open and honest because secretiveness and withholding information leads to distrust.” (Chapter 17, Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership, Page 230). REVIEW AND CONCLUSION To review and conclude this week's episode #352 on “The Neuroscience of Trust” we covered: ✔ A review of our FIRST interview where we covered trust with Greg Link,EP 206[vi] a were reminded that when we extend trust to others, it will be extended back to us. ✔ Ch. 17 from Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership book on “The Neuroscience of Trust.” The 5 Cs to strengthen trustworthiness from Grant Bosnick's work (character, competency, credibility, consistency and care) with tips for us to strengthen each area. Critical factors that impact trust with responsiveness, authenticity and empathy being at the top of the list. I hope this episode has added some insight for you as we launch a New Year, and work on closing out this 19 chapter series. Stay tuned for our final 2 chapters (empathy-chapter 18 and presence-chapter 19) before reviewing the entire series. See you next time and Happy New Year! REFERENCES [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #321 with Grant ‘Upbeat' Bosnick  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/insights-from-grant-upbeat-bosnick/   [ii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #206 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-the-neuroscience-of-trust/   [iii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #207  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/co-founder-of-coveylink-greg-link-on-unleashing-greatness-with-neuroscience-sel-trust-and-the-7-habits/   [iv] Self-Assessment for Grant Bosnick's book https://www.selfleadershipassessment.com/   [v] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #346 Discovering Authenticity and Vulnerability with Mo Issa https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-midlife-shift-discovering-authenticity-and-vulnerability-with-mo-issa/   [vi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #206 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-the-neuroscience-of-trust/      

Do you know the difference between resolutions and goals? Make 2025 the year that everything shifts for you. Discover how to set meaningful intentions, show up differently, and break down goals into manageable steps that lead to real transformation. Top Takeaways: Resolutions What they are, how to set them, and why they're especially powerful after experiencing infidelity and betrayal. Explore the importance of aligning your resolutions with your deeper intentions. Ask yourself: What is my intention for 2025? Goal Setting Learn how to break your resolutions into specific, actionable steps that are measurable and achievable. Uncover strategies to stay consistent and create lasting change through the synergy of goals and resolutions. Who Do You Want to Become in 2025? The way you spend your days is the way you spend your life. Envision the person you want to be and consciously design your daily habits, mindset, and choices to reflect that vision. Want More? Join Lora for a FREE Vision Board Workshop in late January! This workshop is free when you purchase and review a copy of her upcoming book, It's Not Burnout; It's Betrayal: 5 Steps to FUEL UP and Thrive, Available for Pre-Order on Amazon..  

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Anthony Lim, M.D., J.D., explores how small, intentional steps can lead to lasting behavioral change. Lim breaks down a simple, four-step framework—awareness, intention, action, and reflection—to help people achieve their goals, whether it's improving health, forming better habits, or making positive life changes. Through real-life examples and insights from neuroscience, he emphasizes the power of connecting with your deeper "why," taking action, and practicing self-compassion. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 40323]

Cal Newport shows how to achieve more by doing less. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why we're measuring productivity all wrong 2) The surprising math showing how doing less means achieving more 3) The trick to eliminating tasks that don't serve you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep950 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAL — Cal Newport is a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and a founding member of the Center for Digital Ethics. In addition to his academic work, Newport is a New York Times bestselling author who writes for a general audience about the intersection of technology, productivity, and culture. He is also a contributor to The New Yorker and hosts the popular Deep Questions podcast.• Book: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World • Book: Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout • Book: So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life by Steve Martin • Book: Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by Brian Tracy • Book: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown • Book: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen • Book: Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • Book: The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan • Book: The Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel • Book: The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance by David Epstein • Past episode: 614: Making Smarter Decisions When You Can't Know Everything with Annie Duke— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • CleanMyMac. Use the promo code BEAWESOME for 10% off on any CleanMyMac subscription plan. • Jenni Kayne. Use the code AWESOME15 to get 15% off your order! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jennifer Selby Long, the executive coach for tech leaders with 30 plus years of experience, dives into the art of navigating organizational politics and leading effective change. She explores the roots of workplace power struggles, from unhealthy leadership dynamics to competing stakeholder needs, and shares how empathy can transform political challenges into progress. Jennifer breaks down common missteps in handling ineffective bosses and highlights the importance of aligning personal and organizational goals during times of transformation. Whether you're managing a team or managing your own career pivot, her insights offer a practical roadmap for thriving in complex environments. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Aligning Change with Personal Motivations “People don't move mountains for stock prices or cost savings. They do it when the change connects to their personal ‘why'—what matters most to them as individuals.” Recognize the Root of Politics “Politics can stem from unhealthy leadership, but more often, they arise from competing needs and varied skill levels among stakeholders. Identifying the source is key to navigating them.” Empathy as a Superpower “The path through political challenges begins with empathy. Understand the needs of those with power—even if you think they don't deserve it—and align your strategy with their goals.” Avoid Playing Psychologist “Trying to diagnose your boss's issues only disempowers you. Focus on what you can control instead of guessing why your boss behaves the way they do.” Assess the Real Problem “Ask yourself: Is the boss genuinely ineffective, or am I resisting the changes they're implementing? Recognizing your own resistance can help you approach the situation constructively.” _________________________ Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Jennifer Selby Long Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 3% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI, JP 2.5+ Millions Downloads 80+ Countries

Join Joe McDonald as he continues his discussion on Steps 8 and 9, focusing on the fear of being judged or misunderstood as we begin to experience spiritual growth in recovery. Joe speaks about the challenges of expressing new beliefs and the fear of being branded as fanatical or misunderstood. He shares the experience of realizing that life is improving through the recovery process, but still hesitating to fully embrace or express that change.In Alcoholics Anonymous, the Big Book warns us about the fear of being labeled or judged for our newfound beliefs. This is a natural part of the recovery process as we become aware of the power working in our lives. Joe encourages us to face these fears and to trust in the process of growth, even when it feels risky to share our transformation with others. The steps remind us that by walking this path, we come to believe in something greater, and it's essential to share that with honesty, despite the fear of how others may perceive us.To support and learn from journeys like Joe McDonald, please like, comment, and share. Subscribe to our channel and join us every Thursday night at 7 p.m. Arizona time for more discussions on the AA steps and transformative real-life stories. Your engagement helps us reach and assist others on their path to recovery. Join us live on our YouTube channel to participate in the full step experience and share in the community discussions.Join us for more inspiring recovery stories and transformative insights.Check out our website at: www.positionofneutrality.orgYouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@positionofneutrality721Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositionOfNeutralitySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mGbAbcacTs83RhMsv6FmY?si=6531e7adfdbb480eRSS: Position of Neutrality | RSS.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@interactivestepexp?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc#PositionOfNeutrality, #JoeMcDonald, #BrianReinhart, #WayneGiles, #EricReinhart, #DeniseMcDonald, #JoeTeaches, #BigBookAA, #ISEJourney, #Step8AA, #Step9AA, #LGBTQRecovery, #PrideInRecovery, #FacingFears, #SpiritualGrowth, #RecoveryCommunity, #SpiritualAwakening, #LivingInRecovery, #FaithInAction, #OvercomingFear, #SoberLiving, #PersonalTransformation, #TwelveSteps, #WalkingInFaith, #EmbracingChange, #CourageInRecovery, #SpiritualJourney, #HealingThroughFaith

Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Brad Stulberg.This week's episode of the Growth Guide Podcast features Brad Stulberg. Brad joined us today to talk about his book, The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your Soul.Brad is a writer, researcher, and performance coach and is also the co-author of: Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success. In today's conversation, we explore the concept of "heroic individualism" and how it often traps individuals in a cycle of constant striving without fulfillment. We discuss the importance of aligning one's public and private selves for mental well-being and the pitfalls of social media's exaggerated reality. Brad shares insights on mindfulness, patience, and the impact of language on personal growth, drawing from ancient wisdom and modern psychology to craft a comprehensive framework for thriving in chaos. [06.38] Blessing and a curse – Brad shares his opinion about the lack of boundaries between work and life. [14.08] Enjoying the journey – If we do not enjoy doing something, we won't find enjoyment at the end of it.[20.46] Social Media – We discuss how we are consumed by the false happiness of people in electronic media. [26.40] Stoicism and Buddhism – How the teachings of stoicism and Buddhism about being in the present moment which leads us to feel better and do better. [31.50] Behavioral activation – A key component of acceptance and commitment therapy. [38.33] Therapeutic toolkit – The Buddhist way of considering thoughts as thoughts and not taking them seriously. [45.06] Want vs. need – The more we focus on what we want rather than what we need, the better. [01.01.25] Productivity vs. productive activity – Brad explains the difference between productivity and productive activity. [01.10.31] Consistency compounds – Brad shares some practices to be consistent and stay on the path. [01.22.38] Front vs backstage self – Front stage is the performative self, and the backstage is who you really are. The less distance between them, the better. ResourcesConnect with BradLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brad-stulberg-009b168b/ Website - bradstulberg.com/ Twitter - twitter.com/BStulberg Instagram - instagram.com/bradstulberg/?hl=en Book by BradThe Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your SoulBook by Brad Stulberg & Steve MagnessPeak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of SuccessBook by David D. BurnsFeeling Good: The New Mood TherapyBook by Stephen R. CoveyThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change

Is entrepreneurship truly a solo journey, or would you rather start a business with a friend? For Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, co-founders of the leadership and HR consultancy the Abbracci Group and co-hosts of “The Breakout” podcast, the answer is clear: collaboration is key. Together, they're on a mission to help women and entrepreneurs navigate both professional and personal changes, big and small. Their book, “Whatever the Hell You Want”, is a guide to identifying the “boxes” that confine us, creating a roadmap to break free, and living a life of choice and freedom. Keri and Kelly's story is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of partnership and support.In this episode, Erin, Keri & Kelly dive into themes of change, growth, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Hear how taking bold, sometimes daunting steps can help break free from traditional paths and bring about lasting happiness. Tune in as we discuss:The challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship and why a supportive business partner can make all the difference, especially for womenReimagining community over competition in the workplace and fostering mutual support for women Identifying your core values, wants, and motivations as key to your next steps in life and careerHow growth often emerges from painful experiences, revealing what's no longer serving youWhy workplace gender bias still persists, even in progressive workplacesHow women leaders can drive change by mentoring the next generationTips for embracing the uncertainty and instability that come with entrepreneurshipOUR GUESTS: Kelly Guenther and Dr. Keri Ohlrich are the co-founders of Abbracci Group, co-hosts of The Breakout podcast, and co-authors of Whatever the Hell You Want. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in leadership, HR, and professional development, focusing on empowering individuals and creating supportive workplace cultures.Kelly Guenther applies a holistic approach to leadership and talent development, combining her experience in sales training and certification for top-level executives with a deep understanding of both team dynamics and individual strengths. She holds a Master of Education from Carroll University, a Bachelor's in English from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, and is certified in iPEC professional coaching and Prosci® change management, among other assessments. Dr. Keri Ohlrich brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience spanning start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, where she has been instrumental in redesigning HR processes and driving large-scale change management initiatives. With a PhD in Human Development and Organizational Systems, as well as dual master's degrees in Peace and Conflict Resolution and Global Human Resources, she is committed to transforming workplaces into thriving ecosystems. Keri also serves as a court-appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteer for children's welfare.Want more Dr. Keri & Kelly? Tune into their podcast The Breakout and learn more about their work at https://abbraccigroup.com/. Check out their books Whatever the Hell You Want and The Way of the HR Warrior.Follow their work on:Instagram:

In this heartfelt episode, psychotherapist Jenny Gibbs shares her deeply personal story of a life-changing accident just months before her wedding. She recounts her experiences with pain, both physical and psychological, and describes the long journey towards accepting her new reality. Jenny talks about the support systems that helped her, including her work as a therapist, her family, and a significant therapeutic somatic experience. She also reflects on the impact of her accident on her personal relationships and career, ultimately finding meaning and acceptance in her changed circumstances. 01:19 The Life-Changing Accident 03:13 Coping with Disfigurement and Isolation 06:25 The Journey to Acceptance 08:36 The Role of Therapy and Support 10:13 Reflections on Relationships and Identity 13:34 The Healing Process and Moving Forward 20:24 Lessons Learned and Future Outlook 32:42 Embracing Imperfections and Finding Beauty 33:28 The Power of Connection and Loneliness 35:12 Navigating Trauma and Personal Growth 42:16 The Role of Therapy and Emotional Release 45:03 The Impact of Compliments and Praise 48:56 Coping with Public Spaces and Vulnerability 58:32 Reflections on Personal Change and Relationships 01:06:33 The Importance of Acceptance and Moving Forward If you'd like to connect, I post regularly on Instagram, with more thoughts and some Monday Top Tips. Follow me on @juliasamuelmbe.And for more info, check out my new website: juliasamuel.co.uk. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/therapyworks and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Asprey, known as the "Father of Biohacking," is an influential entrepreneur, author, and founder of Bulletproof 360. He pioneered the Bulletproof Coffee trend and has played a crucial role in promoting the biohacking movement, which focuses on optimizing human performance and health. Starting his career in tech, Dave shifted focus to explore how nutritional and environmental changes could enhance personal well-being. In this episode, he discusses his journey from tech enthusiast to wellness advocate, sharing practical biohacking tips and his transformative health experiences. Dave's story is not just about personal success; it's about empowering others to achieve better health and resilience through groundbreaking self-optimization techniques.Timestamps:02:18 - Insights into monthly health meetings and their benefits.05:13 - Personal reflections on overcoming recurrent health issues.06:58 - Techniques to ferment coffee to enhance its health properties.18:41 - Introduction to the concept of 'bicep brief' in fitness routines.28:46 - Discussing the challenges and lessons from working multiple jobs.37:52 - Examination of sexual health practices and their implications.39:26 - Dave Asprey shares critical conclusions on health optimizations.40:24 - The effects of dietary changes on hormonal levels.47:17 - Recommendations for nutritional supplements to aid muscle growth.47:57 - Lifestyle tips for maintaining fitness through cycling.51:00 - Benefits of specialized glasses for vision and health.51:15 - Dave Asprey discusses the importance of accessible health tools.Sponsors:Sandee | Bliss: BeachesWant to Connect? Reach out to us online!Website | Instagram | LinkedIn

In today's episode, I'm sharing stories and learning lessons - both on and off the course - that have shaped who and where I am today. Specifically, I'll share 13 of the most impactful quotes and questions that have helped guide me over the past 20 years.  Below is a list of the quotes I discuss in the episode. But for added context, stories, and action steps, make sure you listen to this episode.  Start listening. Heads-up: I updated my Instagram tag to @thegolfhypnotherapist.  P.S. If you're interested in learning more about how mindset coaching and hypnotherapy can help you get unstuck from the proverbial bunker of poor performance on (and off) the course, click here to schedule a coaching discovery call with me.  Quotes and Questions Shared: It's important to know where you're going than to get there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement. Don't be intimidated by what you don't know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else. If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others. Asking for help accelerates results. Action alleviates anxiety. Information alone isn't enough. You still have to do the work.  The results you are looking for are in the work you are avoiding You can't change unless you change If you want what the five percent have you must be willing to do what the 95 percent are not.  You need to know what you're willing to give up (and what you're not). What're the best doing that you're not? What're the best NOT doing that you are? What's your ‘why'? Key Points: It's crucial to know where you're going rather than rushing to get there. Constant action can lead to counterproductive results. Embrace what you don't know as a strength. Collaboration can lead to greater success than going alone. Asking for help is not a weakness; it accelerates results. Action is a powerful antidote to anxiety. Information alone won't lead to change; action is necessary. The results you seek often lie in the work you avoid. Personal change is essential for achieving different results. Understanding what you're willing to sacrifice is key to reaching your goals. Learn from the best in your field to improve your own performance. Knowing your 'why' is vital for motivation and perseverance. Key Quotes: “Don't be intimidated by what you don't know. See this lack of knowledge as an opportunity and a sign to get curious. Leverage this naivety as one of your greatest strengths to make sure that you do things differently.” “The results you are looking for lie in the work you are avoiding.” “What are the best of the best in your industry not doing that you are equally important?” “And that allowed me to start making some massive breakthroughs in my journey of introspection, reflection and awareness, learning more about who I am.” “And I find it creates an immense amount of clarity and peace, ultimately allowing you to feel and experience a sense of freedom and a surge in energy when you're incredibly clear on what you are and are not willing to give up to achieve a goal.” Subscribe to the More Pars Than Bogeys Newsletter. This newsletter helps double-digit golfers overcome the emotional and mental hazards of their minds so that they can shoot more pars than bogeys.  Each week, I'll provide insights, principles, and strategies to help you deter distractions, find your focus, manage your emotions, and cultivate boundless confidence so that you can play to your potential. Subscribe now. Grab my free hypnosis audio to help you prepare to play your best round. Download it here. Schedule a 1-1 mindset coaching discovery and strategy call with me - click here. For feedback, questions, or to take me out for a round of golf, shoot me an email or connect with me on social media: Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Twitter: @parsoverbogeys LinkedIn: Paul Salter Coaching Time Stamps: 00:00: Introduction to the Golf Hypnotherapist's Journey 02:54: The Importance of Direction Over Speed 06:09: Challenging the Urge for Constant Action 08:59: Embracing the Unknown as Strength 12:06: Collaboration vs. Solo Efforts 14:50: The Power of Asking for Help 18:06: Action as a Remedy for Anxiety 21:13: The Necessity of Action Beyond Information 24:09: Confronting Avoidance for Results 27:01: The Need for Personal Change 29:58: Willingness to Sacrifice for Goals 32:49: Learning from the Best 35:57: Understanding Your 'Why'

Morale: a topic that impacts every team. But how does morale influence organizational effectiveness? And what really makes a morale event impactful? Through humorous banter and thoughtful discussion, Andy and Mon-Chaio offer actionable insights and challenge conventional wisdom. They share personal anecdotes, explore research-backed definitions, and tackle the complexities of boosting team morale effectively. Listen to their creative suggestions and real-world examples that might just redefine how you think about morale and team building. References The Definition and Measurement of Employee Morale Morale: definitions, dimensions and measurement The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change

In this episode of Life After Kids with Doctors Brooke and Lynne, we delve into the challenges that moms face when trying to make positive changes in their lives, especially when met with resistance from loved ones. This conversation is inspired by a listener's comment that speaks directly to this common and relatable issue. We share our professional insights on why people may feel threatened by changes in those close to them and how to navigate these situations with grace, understanding, and effective communication.Key Takeaways:Understand Resistance: Recognize that resistance from loved ones often stems from their insecurities or fears of being left behind.Effective Communication: Clearly explain your intentions and reassure loved ones of their continued importance in your life to mitigate feelings of insecurity.Inclusivity in Change: Where possible, involve your loved ones in your plans for change to create a supportive and collaborative environment.Self-awareness: Be mindful of your motivations for change and ensure they align with healthy, sustainable growth.Resilience and Focus: Stay focused on your goals and maintain a strong sense of your "why" to navigate through any external pushback.Tune in for a breakdown on essential concepts like personal growth, self-awareness, and the psychological dynamics at play when someone seeks to better themselves. Highlighting the importance of clear communication, we provide practical advice on involving loved ones in one's journey towards self-improvement. Listen to today's full episode of Life after Kids for rich conversation that touches on deeper themes such as dealing with insecurities, maintaining supportive relationships, and recognizing the positive ripple effects that come with personal transformation. RESOURCES:BOOK: Your Second Life Begins When You Realize You Only Have OneMOVIE: The Idea Of YouMASTERCLASS: Understanding Yourself and Your Strengths Beyond MotherhoodTimestamp Summary | 0:00  | Navigating Personal Growth When Loved Ones Resist Change | 6:42  | Overcoming Fear and Insecurity to Become Your Best Self | 9:11  | Encouraging Loved Ones to Join Your Health Journey | 11:57  | Communicating and Reassuring Loved Ones During Personal Growth | 17:34  | Navigating Friendship Changes During Personal Growth | 20:20  | The Importance of Women Supporting Each Other | 25:18  | Navigating Healthy and Unhealthy Changes in Relationships | 31:52  | Navigating Happiness and Societal Expectations in Relationships Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids! If you like what you hear please rate and review the podcast, hit subscribe, and pass it along to a friend. Making tomorrow even better than today, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne PS... Don't forget to follow us! Instagram Facebook Tik Tok

Feeling stuck in your life? In today's episode, I dive into a conversation I had with a student who's facing struggles in her marriage, family, and work. We often wish for our external circumstances to change, but true transformation begins with changing ourselves. This journey isn't easy, but it's essential for lasting happiness and better relationships. Join me as we explore how personal transformation can create a ripple effect that changes our world.   Click Here to see how happy you are. Enjoying our podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Click here to leave a review.

Dandan Zhu's family worked as babysitters for rich folks. Determined to maximize the opportunity, she learned how rich people behaved and carved her own path to financial success. She pursued a career in recruitment and real estate, becoming a self-made millionaire before she was 30. In this episode, Dandan shares her journey, offering her best insights on earning, saving, and investing to achieve financial independence. Dandan Zhu is the founder of DG Recruit, a headhunting business, and Dandan Global, a career coaching service. She has a wealth of experience in sales, recruitment, real estate investing, and financial planning. In this episode, Hala and Dandan will discuss: - Her immigrant background and early influences - The importance of choosing a high-income career - Practical advice on saving in your 20s and 30s - The benefits of investing in real estate and stocks - How to negotiate a higher salary  - The value of self-investment and continuous learning - Tips for millennials to achieve financial independence - Why you must turn your side hustle into your main hustle - Making sacrifices for long-term success - And other topics… Dandan Zhu is an accomplished entrepreneur, career coach, and real estate investor. She began her career in recruitment at a top international headhunting firm, quickly becoming a global top producer. In 2016, she founded Dandan Global, a career coaching business, and in 2018, she launched DG Recruit, specializing in agency recruitment. She also hosts the DG Recruit Podcast, sharing insights on careers, recruitment, and financial success. Connect with Dandan: Dandan's Website: https://www.dgrecruit.com/ Dandan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dandanzhu/  Dandan's Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Dandan-Zhu-2   Resources Mentioned: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! by Robert Kiyosaki: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612681123/  The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519  How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034  LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘podcast' for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course.   Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify  Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting  BetterHelp - youngandprofiting.co/betterhelp More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review -  ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting   Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala   Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Send us a Text Message.Welcome back to another episode of "Midweek Motivation" with Gabe Kolstad and Steve Radie. This week, we dive into some of the most challenging questions submitted by our listeners. From understanding why there are so many religions to the assurance of salvation and the struggles of personal change, we cover it all. Join us as we explore these profound topics with biblical insights and practical wisdom.Topics Covered:Why are there so many religions if God is the only God?Can you lose your salvation?When will Jesus return?Why can't I change?Key Scriptures Mentioned:John 14:6John 3:16John 5:24John 10:28-29Romans 8:38-39Matthew 24:36Acts 1:9-11Genesis 11 (Tower of Babel)2 Corinthians 4:4Romans 72 Corinthians 51 Corinthians 3Galatians 5:22-23Resources for Further Study:Bible Hub: https://www.biblehub.com/Got Questions: https://www.gotquestions.org/Join the Conversation:Have questions of your own? Leave them in the comments below, and we might feature them in our next episode!Follow us:Website: https://www.westsidecommunitychurch.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westsidecommunitychurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westsidecommunitychurchpdx/#midweekmotivation #WestsideCommunityChurch #AskGodAnything #Religion #Salvation #SecondComing #PersonalChange #FaithJourney

Welcome back to Season 12 of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning podcast, where we connect science-based evidence with practical applications for improved well-being, achievement, and productivity. I'm Andrea Samadi, your host, and today we're diving into episode number 337, continuing our 18-week self-leadership series based on Grant Bosnick's tailored approaches to self-leadership. In this episode, we explore chapter 11 of Grant's book, focusing on the neuroscience of time management. Discover how understanding your chronotypes and managing your energy can lead to better productivity and creativity. We'll share insights from Kent Healy's perspective on time management and highlight practical strategies from renowned experts like Stephen Covey and Brendon Burchard. Learn how to prioritize tasks, avoid common time traps, and use your peak energy periods for deep work. Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, this episode provides valuable tips to make the most out of your 84,600 seconds each day. Join us as we uncover the science behind effective time management and how it can transform your personal and professional life. Don't miss out on these powerful insights to help you reach greater heights in 2024. Welcome back to SEASON 12 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 6 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to help us to APPLY this research in our daily lives. On today's episode #337 we continue with our 18-Week Self-Leadership Series based on Grant Bosnick's “Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience” that we first dove into with our interview on EP #321[i] the end of January.  The goal was that each week, we focused on learning something new, (from Grant's book) that builds off the prior week, to help take us to greater heights in 2024. On today's EPISODE #337 we will cover: ✔ How did Kent Healy, Bob Proctor and Earl Nightingale change Andrea's thinking on how to manage time? ✔ What is Grant Bosnick's view on how to manage time? ✔ What is The Neuroscience of Time Management? ✔ How will YOU manage your time, with brain science in mind? For Today, EPISODE #337, we are moving on to Chapter 11, covering “The Neuroscience of Time Management” which came out as a low, or RED priority for me at 8%, and again, not because this topic isn't important for me, but I've already put strategies for time management into place, so this is not an area I need to focus on this year. It's interesting to see how each of these lessons play out in our daily life, putting theory into practice. This morning I had to chance to see why this topic showed up as low importance for me to work on this year. I had slotted on my calendar to write this episode, (a Saturday), I started my day at 4am (with early meditation, then some time in the sauna) before hitting the hiking trails for what I call a long 7-mile hike, that I do only if I am fully rested, to guarantee a good day of focused writing. While driving back from this this hike, I had a call from a good friend I had not seen in quite a few years, who wanted to see if we could meet for coffee. I know the time required to write, record and edit this episode, so I told her this was my priority for the weekend, and that I could let her know if I finish earlier. Otherwise, we could plan to meet another time, even though I know it would be great to see this friend. This weekend was not the right time. So before we even start looking into the Neuroscience Behind Time Management that this topic is important to me. Vitally important. Not just for managing my own time, but also valuing the time of others as well. If you've taken the leadership self-assessment[ii], look to see if Time Management is of a low, medium or high priority for you to focus on this year. We covered this topic on the podcast in our early days, with someone I came across about 15 years ago, before publishing my first book, on success strategies for teenagers. I wanted to find other success books were out there, and I came across Kent Healy's Success Principles for Teens[iii] that he co-authored with Jack Canfield. At that time, I was working with success principals (character and leadership) with students in the classroom and reached out to Kent for some thoughts on something to help inspire our next generation to think bigger, (like I knew he did) and reach for greater heights. Kent created a video for me that we used with students and I featured this video on EP 33[iv] of our podcast that was called “Time Management, the Greatest Asset We Have.” Kent gives a perspective to the amount of time we have, in a way that 15 years later, I've still not forgotten his words in this video recording. You can watch Kent's explanation of “time management”[v] here, with the visuals that he provided, reminding us that “we all have the same amount of time” and he even breaks it down and tells us how many seconds we have every day (84,600 seconds to be exact). While ALL the experts agree that we can't create more time, or change this number, some will say we can use our time to generate more of something else (like energy) but Kent's message was about using this time (these 84,600 seconds we have each day wisely) and focus on what we can control, and that's our personal growth. He gives an example of adding just 15 extra minutes a day towards learning something new, and that adds up to 3.8 full days a year, and asks us to think of what value we put on 15 minutes of time. After thinking about Kent Healy's message on time, my mind went back to when I heard over and over again, the words from Earl Nightingale, through Bob Proctor, who often would quote Earl's thoughts on time management. Proctor would quote Earl and say “Time cannot be managed! Nobody masters time management. I merely manage activity.”[vi] Which led me to think about the blocks of time (my activity) that I have on my calendar, and the early morning blocks are non-negotiable. Also, my work hours (whether it's working on the podcast on the weekend), or my full time work (weekdays) my calendar is blocked off, and the time here in non-negotiable. Kent Healy's message about paying attention to what I do with even 15 minutes of time, mixed with Earl Nightingale's message of managing activities (or blocking out what's important for us to accomplish each day) is engrained so deeply into my daily habits that I have a deep respect for my time, and other people's. Think About These Questions: Do you value your time? Do you value other people's time? Do you think 15 minutes of time really matters? Let's see what Grant Bosnick thinks about Time Management in Chapter 11 of his book. He opens up the chapter by asking us to define what it means to “manage time” and says “it's more about managing our energy through time.” (Ch 11, Grant Bosnick, Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership). HOW GRANT BOSNICK MANAGES HIS TIME: Bosnick does mention Stephen Covey's The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People that we looked at on EP #207 with our interview with Greg Link, who took The 7 Habits Book to incredible heights, saying that Covey's work influenced his approach to thinking about time. Bosnick created something he calls his 7 Roles Planning Sheet where breaks down his task list into several different roles we might have in our life (like competent salesperson, collaborative team member, parent, etc). I like how his planner breaks down the different roles we all have, so we can separate our work roles and personal life roles, with the next steps (or goals) to move each of these roles forward. IMAGE CREDIT: Grant Bosnick Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership Chapter 11 I've seen the author of the book, High Performance Habits, Brendon Burchard[vii], create something that also helps break down our long task lists, using different projects with his 1- Page Productivity Planner that I've put a link to in the show notes. I've personally used this planner for years to keep track of the steps in certain projects, keeping them all separate. Like writing a new book, or building a new website, with the steps needed in order to move each project forward. IMAGE CREDIT: Brendon Burchard's 1 Page Productivity Planner[viii] The part I liked the most on this planner, was the PEOPLE section, where you keep track of important people you reached out to (helping you move each project forward) to those who you were waiting to hear back from. EVERY important person I have ever met with (over the years) was written on this list, until I crossed them off and had finished what I needed to accomplish with them. Bosnick also covered a concept that Stephen Covey is known for creating where we pinpoint on a graph what is urgent and important to cover immediately.  We covered this graph, and Stephen Covey's 7 Habits on EP 68[ix] “The Neuroscience of Personal Change.” The urgent and important quadrant, or quadrant 1, is for tasks and responsibilities that are critical and require immediate attention. These activities are often time-sensitive and necessary for your existence, such as pressing problems, deadline-driven projects, or last-minute preparations. This concept came from Covey's Habit #3 Put First Things First: Plan Weekly and Act Daily. Stephen Covey built his whole career around the 4-quadrant chart called the Urgent and Important Matrix[x] where our attention goes to Quadrant 1 with Urgent and Important Tasks completed first and Quadrant 4, Distractions last. I've put the chart in the show notes for anyone who wants to see all of the quadrants. Quadrant 1 - Crises - URGENT and IMPORTANT Quadrant 2 - Goals and Planning - NON-URGENT and IMPORTANT Quadrant 3 - Interruptions - URGENT and NOT IMPORTANT Quadrant 4 - Distractions - NOT URGENT and NOT IMPORTANT  Whatever method you use to manage your long task list, Bosnick mentions it helps to “see all of the tasks and micro-tasks that need to be done” in one place, and I'd have to agree that it helps to have something printed off where you can see everything that's important for you to accomplish, in one view. Bosnick does cover our Circadian Rhythms of Life, and “when we are at our peak energy and peak mental alertness: early morning, late morning, after lunch, evening, nighttime.” (Ch 11, Bosnick) so that we schedule our tasks that require the most cognitive function, in the times we are the most alert, and administrative tasks where less cognitive function in required, around this. This is something I know we are all aware of, but here's the kicker. What if you had a call from someone you wanted to see, to go meet them for coffee, during the time of day that you know you were the most productive. Would you meet them, or get your work done first, and then find the time to meet with them? I think the answer to this question is obvious, that high performers, who value their most productive time blocks of their day, would always complete their work first. I love the section in Bosnick's book about “Time Traps and How to Overcome Them” as we all could use a refresher on ways to avoid those things that “drain our energy and time.” (Bosnick, Ch 11) Bosnick's Top Energy Drainers: Procrastination Saying Yes to Everything The Perfectionist There are more, but these ones just made me smile. They've come up in ALL of the time management courses I've done over the years. It's funny because over the years, I've learned to be a bit more flexible with life in general, but with time management, I refuse the bend the rules. For procrastination: I say “do it now, or it will never be completed.” For Saying Yes to everything: I say “no to everything FIRST with the contingency that I can get back to the person if something changes. For the Perfectionist: I understand this one. When I'm interviewing someone, I want what I put out to the world to be perfect, as it usually represents that person's life's work. I will put the time needed to be sure I'm proud of the work I'm doing. Brendon Burchard calls this “Prolific Quality Output”[xi] and this is a High-Performance Habit that helps you to focus on the outputs that matter. Ask yourself: What are the outputs that matter the most for your personal or professional career? For me and this podcast, it's producing high quality, well-researched episodes, that make a difference for others who listen.  In my professional life, everything I say during a presentation matters. I don't want anything less than perfection, so I'd put the time in to make sure I'm always delivering Prolific Quality Output. Bosnick suggests “setting your highest priority and focus around this” (Ch 11) and I don't think there is anything wrong with reaching for the highest standard you can, without burning yourself out. What does Neuroscience Say About Time Management? I tuned into Dr. Andrew Huberman's Episode on “Tools for Better Productivity and Time Management”[xii] and this episode was in agreement with Grant Bosnick's idea of being aware of our chronotypes. Dr. Huberman mentioned that “For those people who go to bed around 9:30pm-11:30pm and wake in the window of 6am-8am that there tends to be an increase in catecholamines (dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, 0-8 hours after waking, which generally speaking leads to increases in alertness, attention and focus that are great for analytical work, great for implementation of strategies that you already understand.” Dr. Huberman and his guest, Dr. Adam Grant discussed how many people do not take advantage of these brain chemicals that they also said “provides extra energy and leads to more divergent thinking” as many people will use this important block of time to knock out their emails, or have non-productive conversations with their coworkers-and miss this opportunity. The Neuroscience of Time Management shows me that understanding my chronotype is a crucial component to whether I will be making use of my time and brain chemistry at the specific time of day when I will have access to extra energy and more divergent thinking that involves creativity that generates new and original solutions to problems. REVIEW AND CONCLUSION To review and conclude this week's episode #337 on “The Neuroscience of Time Management” DID YOU KNOW: That our chronotype “the natural inclination of your body to sleep at a certain time or what people understand as being an early bird versus a night owl”[xiii] should be factored into our Time Management Strategy? “For those people who go to bed around 9:30pm-11:30pm and wake in the window of 6am-8am that there tends to be an increase in (dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine, 0-8 hours after waking, which leads to increases in alertness, attention and focus that are great for analytical work, great for implementation of strategies that you already understand.” Dr. Andrew Huberman with Guest Dr. Adam Grant As we are thinking about the best strategies to manage our activities, projects, or even the roles we have in our personal and professional lives, in order to have access to this extra energy, and divergent, creative thinking, we will want to plan our “deep” work 0-8 hours after waking. This made me think of Grant Bosnick's Top Energy Drainers: Procrastination Saying Yes to Everything The Perfectionist With this extra energy, and creative thinking, I would put it all into creative prolific quality work (the perfectionist in me) and use the extra energy to combat against procrastination, while protecting my time by saying no to everything, (at first). I know I can always come back to projects that I would like to do, that have meaning to me, but by truly managing my energy and activities, I am protecting this commodity that we all have: time. What about you? Will you change anything you are doing now, with this understanding of WHEN you might be the most alert, creative and have the most energy in your day? This did make me think that the 84,600 seconds that Kent Healy reminded me that we all have each day, and how 15 minutes a day (that adds up to 3.8 days/year) can be used even more wisely with this understanding of The Neuroscience of Time Management. IMAGE CREDIT: KENT HEALY on Time Management I'll close out this episode with a quote from Benjamin Franklin where he reminds us that “lost time is never found again.” I hope this episode has helped you to see the questions we asked at the start of this episode with a new light: Do you value your time? Do you value other people's time? Do you think 15 minutes of time really matters? I will definitely continue to be mindful of other people's time, and keep working on using my blocks of time in the early morning hours, when I'm most productive and creative. With that thought, we will close out this episode, and I'll see you next time for Chapter 12 of Grant Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership on The Neuroscience of Change. REVIEW In this 18-week Series that we began in the beginning of February, (after I was inspired to cover Grant's book after our interview the end of January) we are covering: ✔ Powerful tactics from this Grant Bosnick's award-winning book that illustrates how change and achievement are truly achievable both from internal ('inside out') and external ('outside in') perspectives. ✔Listeners will grasp the immense power of self-leadership and its transformative effect on personal growth and success by applying the neuroscience Grant has uncovered in each chapter. ✔Explore practical strategies for habit formation and the impact of a self-assessment system. ✔Gain insights from Grant's expert advice on maintaining a balance between strengths and weaknesses while chasing after your goals. ✔Embark on an intellectual journey that has the power to elevate personal achievement and self-awareness to uncharted levels while we map out our journey over this 18-week course. RESOURCES: Are you a morning lark, or a night owl? https://www.sleepwatchapp.com/blog/on-the-nature-of-larks-owls-in-their-modern-habitat/ REFERENCES: [i]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #321 with Grant ‘Upbeat' Bosnick  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/insights-from-grant-upbeat-bosnick/   [ii] Self-Assessment for Grant Bosnick's book https://www.selfleadershipassessment.com/   [iii] Success Principles for Teens by Jack Canfield and Kent Healy April 15, 2008 https://www.amazon.com/Success-Principles-Teens-Where-Want/dp/0757307272   [iv]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #33 with Kent Healy on “Managing Our Time, Our Greatest Asset”   https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/author-kent-healy-on-managing-time-our-greatest-asset/   [v] Author Kent Healy on “Time Management: Our Greatest Asset” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_ibHzu751I   [vi] How to Master Time Management by Bob Proctor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yey59NOFNFY   [vii] https://brendon.com/   [viii] http://www.experimentswithsuccess.com/2014/09/darren-hardy-interviews-brendon-burchard/1-page-productivity-planner/   [ix]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #68 The Neuroscience of Personal Change https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-neuroscience-of-personal-change/   [x] The Urgent and Important Matrix https://www.thecoachingtoolscompany.com/coaching-tools-101-what-is-the-urgent-important-matrix/   [xi] https://wakeupitsdayone.com/2018/07/16/increase-productivity-habit-4-of-high-performers/   [xii]“Tools for Better Productivity and Time Management” Dr. Andrew Huberman with Dr. Adam Grant  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8B0KWmv_-Q   [xiii] Chronotypes Definition https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/chronotypes#:~:text=Chronotype%20is%20the%20natural%20inclination,bird%20versus%20a%20night%20owl.    

In this episode of ASKITA, John talks about Theseus, the founder of Athens and how the Athenians honored him by memorializing his ship. Over the years, so much of the ship had ben replaced, many thought of the ship as being totally different. Others said it was the same. When you live a life on your terms, things change. Are you the same person as a result or someone different? As usual, John is going to get you thinking and on a path of positive personal change.

Alex Edmans shows you how to think smarter, sharper, and more critically so you can make better decisions. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How our biases are holding us back 2) The ladder of misinference that mucks up our thinking 3) Why we end up mistaking statements for facts Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep969 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ALEX — Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. Alex has a PhD from MIT as a Fulbright Scholar, and was previously a tenured professor at Wharton and an investment banker at Morgan Stanley. Alex has spoken at the World Economic Forum in Davos, testified in the UK Parliament, and given TED/TEDx talks with a combined 2.8 million views. He was named Professor of the Year by Poets & Quants in 2021.• Book: Grow the Pie: How Great Companies Deliver Both Purpose and Profit • Book: May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases―And What We Can Do about It • Book site: MayContainLies.com • Linked: Alex Edmans • TEDx Talk: The Pie-Growing Mindset | Alex Edmans | TEDxManchester • Twitter/X: @aedmans • Website: AlexEdmans.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Article: “Addiction Rare in Patients Treated with Narcotics” by Jane Porter and Hershel Jick • Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear • Book: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport • Book: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth • Book: Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford • Book: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • TED Talk: How diversity makes teams more innovative | Rocío Lorenzo | TED — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Acorns. Start saving and investing for your future today with Acorns.com/awesome• Storyworth. Give the Fathers in your life a unique, heartfelt gift. Save $10 with at StoryWorth.com/Awesome with the promo code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Burnout from endless household chores? Meet KC Davis, the brilliant author behind How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing who we had to get on the podcast to share her wisdom with you! Most of us constantly juggle house cleaning, personal grooming, and what can feel like a million other responsibilities. It can feel like a relentless backdrop to our lives. But KC, who you may have seen making waves on social media, gives us a whole new way of looking at domestic labor. Her insights are transformative and so much more than just chores—they're about life-changing perspectives and even touch on social justice issues. If you're overwhelmed by endless household to-do lists, this episode and KC's book are invaluable. Tune in and revolutionize your approach to household tasks. Trust us, your future self will thank you! Listen and Learn:  Balancing a normal daily life with the unexpected recognition and success of her new book, How to Keep House While Drowning Why did KC make her book so accessible and simple to read? Why basic self-care like doing the dishes or taking a shower is often overlooked  KC recalls her daily struggles as a new mom facing postpartum depression during the pandemic, with escalating exhaustion and an unmanageable household The common feeling of failure when overwhelmed by basic care tasks and why these challenges don't reflect one's character How mainstream self-help often leads to initial motivation but ultimately causes shame when people can't sustain the impractical systems Navigating domestic work and fairness in shared living spaces and making sure that everyone gets time to rest and recharge Resources:  https://www.strugglecare.com/ How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing Listen to KC's Podcast: https://www.strugglecare.com/podcast-rss  Follow KC on social media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strugglecare Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StruggleCare/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@domesticblisters  Article on scruffy hospitality referenced by Debbie: https://www.treehugger.com/in-priase-scruffy-hospitality-4868485 About KC Davis: KC Davis is a licensed professional counselor, author, speaker, and the person behind the mental health platform Struggle Care. KC's compassionate and practical approach to self and home care for those dealing with mental health, physical illness, and hard seasons of life has drawn over a million followers on social media in less than a year. Her book, How to Keep House While Drowning, has sold over 300,000 copies and is currently an Amazon bestseller.https://www.treehugger.com/in-priase-scruffy-hospitality-4868485 KC Davis began her therapy journey at 16 when she entered treatment for drug addiction and mental health issues. After getting sober she became a speaker and advocate for mental health and recovery. Professionally, KC has worked most of her career in the field of addiction in roles such a therapist, consultant, and executive director. She lives in Houston with her husband and two daughters.  Learn more about the radical philosophy of Struggle Care that's changing lives here. Related episodes:  176. Fair Play with Eve Rodsky176. Fair Play with Eve Rodsky 206. Fair Play Part 2 with Eve Rodsky 306. Screaming on the Inside: The Challenges of American Motherhood with Jessica Grose 215. How to Change with Katy Milkman 318. Your Path to Personal Change with Michelle Drapkin 348. Sustainable Exercise with Michelle Segar 346. Self-compassion Daily Journal with Diana Hill 33. Couples with Young Children: Relationship Challenges and Strategies with Yael Schonbrun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some hearing care providers struggle to take the first step in starting their dream private practice, while others feel stuck, unable to grow their practices to achieve the balanced life they desire. The common problem? Difficulty in committing. This isn't a flaw but points to the need for a better understanding of effective commitment strategies. This is where Erik Sorenson, author of Commit First, comes into play. As a coach with experience working with over 1,500 businesses and a former practice owner, he knows firsthand how to leverage commitment for practice growth. In this episode, Erik shares his frameworks for achieving big goals and breaks down how commitment is the key to achieving extraordinary practice growth. Erik Sorenson is a former practice owner, human performance coach, and bestselling author of Commit First. As the co-founder of HearWorks and Platinum Partners, he is also involved in leadership summits, masterminds, and more to help practice owners cross the finish line of their growth goals. In this episode, Kevin and Erik will discuss: - Erik's journey of commitment to his book - Why asking “how” can lead to short-term tactics and setbacks - The importance of clarity in a practice owner's vision - The concept of creating your ‘possible impossible' - Leveraging focus for growth - How failure can lead to success - The necessity of 'uncommitting' to small tasks - The fear of success vs. the fear of failure - The impact of wrong commitments on growth - The ‘gift' of procrastination - Erik's framework for deciding what aspects of practice management to focus on - Strategies for hiring people who will commit - How a long-term mindset leads to success - Why masterminds work - And other topics…   Erik Sorenson is a former practice owner, human performance coach, and bestselling author of Commit First. He is also the co-founder of HearWorks, a hearing healthcare marketing, automation, and coaching company listed among the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America for 2022. In 2021, HearWorks launched Platinum Partners, a program offering leadership summits, masterminds, and more to help practice owners cross the finish line of their growth goals. With a background in advertising, Erik has spent his entire career building businesses. Connect with Erik: Erik's Website: https://www.eriksorenson.com  Erik's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eriklsorenson/  Resources Mentioned: Erik's Book, Commit First: The Key to Unlock Potential, Break Through Obstacles, and Gain Unlimited Power: https://www.amazon.com/Commit-First-potential-obstacles-unlimited/dp/B0C2RRQDS8  The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519  How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Katy Milkman: https://www.amazon.com/How-Change-Science-Getting-Where/dp/059308375X  Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299  The Only Thing: If you're an audiologist and want to grow your practice – we've got a FREE, expert guide to help you achieve your goals. It's called The Only Thing.  This expert guide will show you how to increase new patient calls by 5 to 57 a month, schedule more new patients each week, help more people, and increase revenue. It's the best resource I know for growing your audiology practice. Get your copy for free at http://medpb.com/mastery. 

 The script features a conversation with Alan and AngieThomas, who share their personal journey of losing a combined 192 pounds in 260days back in 2017. Alan, the founder of Rethink Dieting, reflects on hisrealization of needing to lose weight for his health and relationship,triggering a significant lifestyle change for both him and his wife, Angie.They discuss the impact of their weight loss on their relationship,highlighting the fear and challenges they faced together and how they supportedeach other without judgment or nagging. The Thomases emphasize the importanceof personal responsibility, decision-making over diet specifics, and the mentalshift required to sustain weight loss. They share insights on how obesityaffects life beyond health, touching on societal judgments, relationshipdynamics, and missed opportunities. Alan and Angie also underscore the issue ofobesity as a global epidemic, citing alarming statistics about related deathsand the increasing rates of obesity among adults and children. The conversationreveals their approach to helping others through their program, focusing onmindset and behavioral changes rather than dictating specific dietaryguidelines. The script concludes with a call to action encouraging listeners toexplore their free training and emphasizing the possibility of overcomingobesity with the right mindset and support.     00:00 The Transformation Journey: A Couple's Tale  02:21 The Wake-Up Call: Realizing the Urgency  03:11 Introducing Alan and Angie: Founders of RethinkDieting  03:36 The Turning Point: A Personal Weight Loss Journey  06:54 Rethinking Dieting: Beyond the Food  11:34 The Power of Decision Over Diet  13:08 The Myth of the Perfect Diet  14:06 Persistence Over Perfection: The Key to Weight Loss  17:59 Facing the Reality of Obesity  20:10 Cultural Acceptance vs. Personal Responsibility  24:54 The Simple Truth About Eating and Living  28:32 Taking Action: The Time is Now  31:13 The Power of Accountability in Weight Loss  32:36 Success Stories: Transformative Weight Loss Journeys  35:40 The Ripple Effect of Personal Change  38:03 Facing Obesity: A Call to Action  41:01 The Gift of Weight and Overcoming Shame  45:55 Rediscovering Life Beyond Obesity  49:11 A Personal Invitation to Transformation  53:26 Understanding the Journey: No Magic Pills, Just RealChange   https://transformmyfuture.com/ew  https://transformmyfuture.com/  https://www.facebook.com/Alanthomastransformation  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanthomasrethinkdieting/  https://www.instagram.com/rethinkdieting/  http://www.rethinkdietingtv.com/      

Todd Davis shows how to fix strained relationships and shift conversations from difficult to productive. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to reduce the discomfort in difficult conversations 2) The three steps to turn tension into progress 3) How to recover from worst-case scenarios Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep953 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TODD — Todd Davis is a senior consultant and thought leader at FranklinCovey, and has over 35 years of experience in human resources, talent development and executive recruiting. Todd has been with FranklinCovey for 28+ years and until recently, spent 18 of those years as Chief People Officer and Executive Vice President where he was responsible for the global talent development in over 40 offices reaching 160 countries. Additionally, he authored and co-authored best-selling books including Get Better: 15 Proven Practices to Build Effective Relationships at Work and Everyone Deserves A Great Manager. • Book: Get Better: 15 Proven Practices to Build Effective Relationships at Work • Course: Navigating Difficult Conversations: Turn Tension Into Progress • Website: FranklinCovey.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? by Seth Godin • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen CoveySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cal Newport shows how to achieve more by doing less. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why we're measuring productivity all wrong 2) The surprising math showing how doing less means achieving more 3) The trick to eliminating tasks that don't serve you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep950 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAL — Cal Newport is a professor of computer science at Georgetown University and a founding member of the Center for Digital Ethics. In addition to his academic work, Newport is a New York Times bestselling author who writes for a general audience about the intersection of technology, productivity, and culture. He is also a contributor to The New Yorker and hosts the popular Deep Questions podcast. • Book: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World • Book: Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout • Book: So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life by Steve Martin • Book: Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by Brian Tracy • Book: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown • Book: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen • Book: Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • Book: The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan • Book: The Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel • Book: The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance by David Epstein • Past episode: 614: Making Smarter Decisions When You Can't Know Everything with Annie DukeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you prioritizing quick fixes over lasting joy in our pursuit of health and wellness? With a focus on promoting long-term health behavior changes rather than short-lived fitness programs that quickly lose momentum, we welcome award-winning researcher and sustainable-change coach Michelle Segar. We are honored to interview Michelle, who is the author of the acclaimed book, The Joy Choice: How to Finally Achieve Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise. Her thirty years of expertise and science-backed research are sure to inspire and enlighten anyone looking to make positive, sustainable changes in their health and lifestyle. Listen and Learn:  The main reasons people give for wanting to engage in exercise and health behaviors and why they can get us into trouble Reasons that would be more effective in helping you get active The limitations of habit formation when it comes to changing complex behaviors like exercise Permitting yourself to prioritize self-care How perfection can become problematic  Practical strategies for incorporating sustainable exercise into your life  Resources:  Michelle's website: michellesegar.com The Joy Choice: How to Finally Achieve Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise No Sweat: How the Simple Science of Motivation Can Bring You a Lifetime of Fitness Online beginner ballet: https://brocheballetonline.com/  Connect with Michelle on X and LinkedIn About Michelle Segar Michelle Segar, Ph.D. is an award-winning, NIH-funded researcher at the University of Michigan with thirty years studying how to help people adopt exercise and other self-care behaviors in ways that can be sustained within the unpredictability of the real world. Her research on creating sustainable change is widely recognized as uniquely pragmatic for real-world applications. An advisor to the World Health Organization on their global physical activity initiatives, Michelle was also selected to be the inaugural chair of the United States National Physical Activity Plan's Communication Committee. She consults with leading organizations, including Kaiser Permanente, Walmart, WW, Anytime Fitness, Adidas, and Business Group on Health. Michelle's synergistic combination of academic research with real-world sustainable-change curriculum design and coaching permit her to create engaging and practical sustainable-change systems for digital health and individual coaching/counseling. She certifies professionals in her sustainable-change methods and licenses them to large organizations. Michelle is frequently interviewed about how to help consumers and patients change their mindsets, cultivate lasting motivation and sustainable physical activity in major media outlets including The New York Times, NPR, The Atlantic, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Prevention, Real Simple, and TIME. Michelle's training and experience is uniquely comprehensive, including a doctorate in Psychology (PhD), a master's degree in Health Behavior/Health Education (MPH), a master's degree in Kinesiology (MS) and fellowships in translational research and health care policy from the University of Michigan. She ran with the Olympic Torch at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. Related Episodes:  132. The Joy Of Movement With Kelly McGonigal  124. Nutritious Movement and Why it Matters with Katy Bowman 215. How to Change with Katy Milkman 283. Healthy Habits with Dayna Lee-Baggley (Re-release) 318. Your Path to Personal Change with Michelle Drapkin  135. Power of Empathy and Motivational Interviewing with Stephen Rollnick  72. Committed Action with DJ Moran  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mawi Asgedom shares four tools anyone can use to master their emotions and thrive. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Easy ways to keep your cool when things go awry 2) The key investment that improves both happiness and success 3) The powerful reframe that makes you feel unstoppable Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep945 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MAWI — Mawi Asgedom is an award-winning author and expert on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) who has inspired over 1000 audiences with his uplifting speeches. Mawi founded Mawi Learning, an organization that unlocks human potential through evidence-based social emotional learning. Under Mawi's leadership, Mawi Learning won the prestigious CODiE award for excellence and innovation in educational technology, and achieved CASEL-designation for evidence-based Social Emotional Learning. In 2023, Mawi launched his newest venture to help youth unlock their potential: Inner Heroes Universe, a media company that helps parents, educators, and therapists equip kids with crucial mental health and social emotional skills. • Mawi's company: Inner Heroes Universe • Book: "Of Beetles and Angels: A Boy's Remarkable Journey from a Refugee Camp to Harvard" — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: "Nobody Will Play With Me: How To Use Compassionate Curiosity to Find Confidence in Conflict" by Kwame Christian • Book: "Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential AND HOW YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOURS" by Shirzad Chamine • Book: "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol Dweck • Book: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change" by Stephen Covey • Book: "Dragon Reborn (The Wheel of Time, Book 3)" by Robert Jordan • Past episode: 001: Communicating with Inspiration and Clarity with Mawi Asgedom • Past episode: 798: How to Have Difficult Conversations about Race with Kwame Christian See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can I change my leadership style to “trust and inspire” when I've been trained to “command and control? How can I be a leader, even though I'm not in a leadership position? In this episode, Stephen answers these questions and more. What You'll Learn: 1. We need to TRUST and INSPIRE, rather than command and control. 2. What makes an inspired workforce better than an engaged one.  3. Manage things, lead people. 4. What indicators will show your team is inspired - rather than just engaged. 5. How to lead in our new world of work. 6. What makes “trust and inspire” leadership stronger than “command and control”. 7. The benefits of a high trust culture. Who is Stephen? Stephen M. R. Covey is a renowned author, best known for his New York Times and number one Wall Street Journal bestseller, "The Speed of Trust." As the former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, he played a pivotal role in transforming the organization into the world's largest leadership development company. Under his leadership, the company expanded its reach to over 40 countries and significantly increased its brand value. Stephen's influence extends beyond his own works, as he personally led the strategic efforts that propelled his father's book, Dr. Stephen R. Covey's "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," to become one of the two most influential business books of the 20th century. During his tenure as president and CEO, he nearly doubled revenue and increased profits by 12 times, taking the company from a valuation of 2.4 million to an impressive 160 million through a successful merger with FranklinQuest, forming FranklinCovey. His impact on leadership development and the success of the Covey brand are testament to his exceptional leadership and strategic vision. Mentions: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. Covey https://www.amazon.ca/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519  Do Good To Lead Well: The Science And Practice Of Positive Leadership by Craig Dowden https://www.amazon.ca/Do-Good-Lead-Well-Leadership/dp/194663302X/ Follow Stephen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-m-r-covey-6400191a5/  More of Do Good to Lead Well: Website: https://craigdowden.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-dowden/message

Judd Antin has spent 15 years leading research and design teams at companies like Yahoo, Meta, and Airbnb. His direct reports have gone on to lead user research at Figma, Notion, Slack, Robinhood, Duolingo, AllTrails, and more. In our conversation, we unpack the transformation that the user-research field is experiencing. Specifically:• Where user research went wrong over the past decade• The three types of research—macro, middle-range, and micro—and the purpose of each• How to effectively integrate researchers into the product development process• The “user-centered performance” phenomenon and why it's a waste of time• Common tropes about PMs, from researchers• The ideal ratio of researchers in a company• Why Judd says NPS is useless, and what to use instead—Brought to you by Teal—Your personal career growth platform | Vanta—Automate compliance. Simplify security | Ahrefs—Improve your website's SEO for free—Find the transcript for this episode and all past episodes at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/episodes/. Today's transcript will be live by 8 a.m. PT.—Where to find Judd Antin:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juddantin/• Website: https://juddantin.com/• Blog: https://medium.com/onebigthought—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Judd's background(04:16) Critiques and responses to Judd's post “The UX Research Reckoning Is Here”(07:33) The state of user research(08:53) Macro, middle-range, and micro research(14:05) What teams get wrong when it comes to research(15:46) The importance of integrating research from the beginning(17:30) Traits of great researchers(19:53) Advice for evaluating user researchers(21:10) Balancing business and product focus(23:55) User-centered performance(26:42) The role of intuition in product development(30:15) Checking your gut instincts(32:54) Common tropes about PMs, from researchers(41:02) A/B testing vs. user research(43:15) Hindsight bias and narrative fallacy(44:55) Making recommendations based on research(47:26) Advice for teams on how to leverage researchers(51:18) How product managers can be better partners to user researchers(56:53) The ideal ratio of researchers in a company(59:43) Empowering user researchers to drive impact(01:03:39) The limitations of NPS as a metric(01:06:48) The risks of dogfooding(01:08:51) Lightning round—Referenced:• Matt Gallivan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattgallivan/• Janna Bray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janna-bray-a4046a25/• Celeste Ridlen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celesteridlen/• Rebecca Gray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccagray2/• Hannah Pileggi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-pileggi-43169314/• Louise Beryl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-beryl-13225833/• The UX Research Reckoning Is Here: https://medium.com/onebigthought/the-ux-research-reckoning-is-here-c63710ea4084• The end of the “free money” era: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/apr/11/techscape-zirp-tech-boom• Cognitive biases: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cognitive_biases• IDEO design thinking: https://designthinking.ideo.com/• Everything Is Obvious: How Common Sense Fails Us: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Obvious-Common-Sense-Fails/dp/0307951790• Patrick Collison's tweet: https://twitter.com/patrickc/status/1443215022029619200?lang=en• Brian Chesky on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianchesky/• Brian Chesky on Lenny's Podcast: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/brian-cheskys-new-playbook/• NPS: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Net_promoter_score• What is CSAT and how do you measure it?: https://www.qualtrics.com/experience-management/customer/what-is-csat/• Michael Murakami on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhmurakami/• Bad Leadership: What It Is, How It Happens, Why It Matters: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Leadership-Happens-Matters-Common/dp/1591391660• Demon Copperhead: https://www.amazon.com/Demon-Copperhead-Novel-Barbara-Kingsolver/dp/0063251922• All Systems Red: The Murderbot Diaries: https://www.amazon.com/All-Systems-Red-Murderbot-Diaries/dp/0765397536• The Last of Us on HBO: https://www.hbo.com/the-last-of-us• Belay glasses: https://www.amazon.com/Belay-Glasses-Climbing-Comfortable-Sturdy/dp/B08GSBYDKQ/• Epictetus: Control What You Can—Especially Yourself: https://www.shortform.com/blog/epictetus-control/• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe