Podcast appearances and mentions of Teresa Amabile

Es gibt diesen Wunsch, den du seit Monaten mit dir trägst, und immer schiebst du ihn ein Stück weiter, weil eine Stimme in deinem Kopf sagt, du seist noch nicht so weit. Diese Stimme kostet dich gerade dein Leben.In dieser Folge schaue ich mit dir auf diese Stimme, den inneren Kritiker, den Perfektionisten, der sich als dein Beschützer ausgibt und dich in Wahrheit festhält. Ich erzähle dir, wie ich diesen Podcast selbst schon einmal aufgegeben habe und was mich zurückgebracht hat. Und ich nehme dich mit zu dem, was die Wissenschaft über das Anfangen weiß. Albert Bandura hat gezeigt, dass dein Zutrauen erst durch das Handeln wächst und immer erst danach. Teresa Amabile fand in Harvard heraus, dass der kleinste Schritt dich weiterträgt als jeder große Plan.Wir schauen dabei auch durch die Brille von Human Design, ganz an der Oberfläche und zum Spüren gemacht. Denn anfangen sieht bei jedem Menschen anders aus, und dein Perfektionismus wird oft dann größer, wenn du auf eine Art loslegen willst, die einem anderen gehört.Du gehst aus dieser Folge mit zwei Übungen für genau jetzt und mit einem Werkzeug für die Momente, in denen der Kritiker am lautesten wird. Diese Folge ist für dich, wenn du nach außen funktionierst und innerlich einen Traum in dir wach hältst, der endlich gelebt werden will.Homecoming ist dein nächster Schritt. Es ist der Weg, auf dem du den Zweck deiner Existenz findest, den einen Satz, der deinem Leben Richtung geben kann. Du erlebst Human Design an dir selbst, in sieben Modulen, die dich zu deiner eigenen Klarheit führen. Alles zum Leben und Erfahren gemacht, ganz ohne Theorie zum Auswendiglernen. Wenn diese Folge etwas in dir berührt hat, dann geh diesen Weg jetzt. Dein Zuhause in dir selbst wartet schon.Hier beginnt dein Homecoming: https://www.qaura.de/products/homecomingNäher und jeden Tag bei mir: https://www.instagram.com/die_manifestorin/Impressum: https://www.qaura.de/policies/legal-notice

Most retirement plans answer one question: Can I afford to retire? But far fewer answer the question that often matters just as much: What am I retiring to? In this episode, Cary Sinnett sits down with renowned researcher and Harvard Business School professor emerita Teresa Amabile to explore the hidden psychological transition that accompanies retirement. Drawing from more than a decade of research and interviews with retirees, she explains why many successful professionals fear retirement, why those fears are often misplaced, and how financial planners can help clients prepare for life beyond the balance sheet. Whether you're guiding clients toward retirement or thinking about your own future, this conversation offers practical insights into identity, purpose, relationships, and creating a retirement that truly works. Questions Discussed: Why do so many successful professionals fear retirement despite being financially prepared? What are the four psychological tasks every retiree faces? How can retirees preserve a sense of identity after leaving work? What role should financial planners play in preparing clients emotionally for retirement? What single question can advisors ask that helps clients begin designing a meaningful retirement? Key Takeaways: Retirement is a transition, not a single event. Financial readiness alone does not guarantee retirement satisfaction. Many pre-retirees fear the unknown, but most retirees ultimately adapt successfully. Identity, relationships, and daily routines are critical components of a fulfilling retirement. Financial planners can add tremendous value by encouraging clients to think intentionally about what comes after their careers. Resources: Article: Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You Webcast: Financial Planning for Aging Clients Article: 4 Questions to Identify Your Retirement Needs and Goals This episode is brought to you by the AICPA's Personal Financial Planning Section, the premier provider of information, tools, advocacy, and guidance for professionals who specialize in providing tax, estate, retirement, risk management and investment planning advice. Also, by the CPA/PFS credential program, which allows CPAs to demonstrate competence and confidence in providing these services to their clients. Visit us online to join our community, gain access to valuable member-only benefits or learn about our PFP certificate program. Subscribe to the PFP Podcast channel at Libsyn to find all the latest episodes or search "AICPA Personal Financial Planning" on your favorite podcast app.

What if the reason you keep falling off track has nothing to do with willpower, discipline, or the right diet plan, and everything to do with how you see yourself?In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD draws on James Clear's Atomic Habits, Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck's research on the growth mindset, and Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer's Progress Principle to make the case for identity-based change. The goal isn't to lose weight. The goal is to become someone who prioritizes her health, because it turns out that shift changes everything.You'll learn why outcome-based goals eventually run out of fuel, how every small healthy choice is quietly building (or undermining) your self-image, and why becoming a healthy person absolutely does not require being a perfect one.Plus: a simple NBA (Next Best Action) to try today that takes about 30 seconds and might stick with you for years. Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. Also, we'd be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We're here to help you live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.The Smart Weight Loss Coaching Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

This episode is the Season 1 finale of The Science of Creativity. Over the past year, I've released 52 episodes exploring the science of creativity through conversations with leading researchers, educators, artists, and performers, along with solo episodes on the creative origins of major innovations. In this final episode, I step back to synthesize the key insights from the season. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_09yWr_Fc-o What emerges is a clear and research-based understanding of creativity: it is not a sudden flash of insight, but a process of exploration, iteration, and collaboration. Creativity is deeply social, shaped by cultural and organizational contexts, and closely connected to how we learn and develop expertise. Drawing on episodes featuring Teresa Amabile, John Kounios, Liane Gabora, and others—as well as historical case studies like Toy Story, the iPhone, and Monopoly—this episode brings together the central ideas that define the science of creativity. In this episode Why creativity is a process, not a moment The role of social interaction and collaboration How creativity connects to learning and education The idea of self-transformational creativity Why interdisciplinary thinking drives innovation What's next This episode also introduces a new podcast: The Science of Learning. In this upcoming series, I will explore how people learn, how teaching can be improved, and how we can design environments that foster deep understanding and creativity. You can find The Science of Learning wherever you listen to podcasts. Music by license from SoundStripe: "Uptown Lovers Instrumental" by AFTERNOONZ "Miss Missy" by AFTERNOONZ "What's the Big Deal" by Ryan Saranich Copyright (c) 2026 Keith Sawyer  

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pLLZZ2EhLaw In this episode of The Science of Creativity, Keith Sawyer sits down with Teresa Amabile, one of the world's most influential creativity researchers, to explore a deceptively simple question: How much does our social environment shape our creativity? Drawing on more than five decades of research, Amabile dismantles the myth that creativity is solely a matter of individual talent or inspiration.  The conversation traces Amabile's groundbreaking research on intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, including classic experiments showing how rewards, evaluation, surveillance, and competition can undermine creativity—and how, under the right conditions, external rewards can actually enhance it. The episode closes with practical advice listeners can apply immediately—from keeping a daily progress journal to a surprisingly effective technique borrowed from Ernest Hemingway. This wide-ranging conversation offers deep insights for educators, managers, creatives, and anyone interested in sustaining creativity across a lifetime.  Key Takeaways Creativity is not just individual—it's social. While creativity happens in the brain, it is powerfully shaped by social, organizational, and cultural contexts. Intrinsic motivation is essential for creativity. People are most creative when they are driven by interest, curiosity, and personal challenge—not by rewards or evaluations. Extrinsic rewards can undermine creativity—but not always. Rewards that feel controlling reduce creativity, but rewards experienced as bonuses can enhance creativity when intrinsic motivation is already high. A simple daily habit can boost creativity. Keeping a brief "progress journal" helps people recognize forward movement, sustain motivation, and navigate setbacks. Leave creative work unfinished—on purpose. Stopping at a point where you know the next step can make it easier to re-enter creative flow and benefit from overnight incubation. About Dr. Teresa Amabile Dr. Amabile's web site Teresa M. Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita, at Harvard Business School. Her most recent book, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, presents insights from a decade of research on the psychological, social, and life restructuring challenges of retiring. Teresa's research has appeared in over 100 scholarly journal articles and many other outlets, including Harvard Business Review, as well as several edited books.  Music by license from SoundStripe: "Uptown Lovers Instrumental" by AFTERNOONZ "Miss Missy" by AFTERNOONZ "What's the Big Deal" by Ryan Saranich Copyright (c) 2026 Keith Sawyer

Durante años hemos creído que la creatividad es un talento con el que algunas personas nacen… y otras no.Pero la investigación de Teresa Amabile en Harvard revela algo muy distinto:la creatividad no es un don reservado para genios.Es un estado mental que aparece cuando el contexto correcto lo permite. En este episodio de Cuentos, Mitos y Relatos para Emprendedores, exploramos: • Por qué decir “no soy creativo” es un mito • Qué descubrió Harvard sobre la creatividad en el trabajo • El concepto de Inner Work Life y las Small Wins • Cómo se conecta esto con el Flow de Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi • Y con el Deep Work de Cal NewportSi eres emprendedor, creador o trabajas con ideas, entender esto puede cambiar la forma en que diseñas tu trabajo y tus días. Porque la creatividad no aparece por magia.Aparece cuando se dan las condiciones. ️ Cuentos, Mitos y Relatos para Emprendedores Ideas, historias e investigaciones que ayudan a entender mejor el mundo de los negocios y la creatividad. Suscríbete para más episodios sobre mentalidad, estrategia y crecimiento emprendedor. Sígueme en Instagram: @toms.alvarado Esto es Cuentos, Mitos y Relatos para Emprendedores dentro de Marketing101. Sin tanto rollo… y con mucho marketing. Recuerda que este es un espacio dónde hablamos #marketing #emprendimiento y #desarrollopersonal visita nuestra página y comparte todo nuestro contenido en nuestro Sitio Web: www.marketing101elpodcast.com Facebook @Marketing101 Spotify, Itunes, Google Podcast, Ivox Marketing 101 TikTok @Toms.alvarado

Iscriviti al periodo di prova ad un euro al mese su shopify.it Perché perdiamo motivazione? Secondo la ricerca di Teresa Amabile e Steven Kramer (Harvard Business Review, 2011), la vera chiave non è il riconoscimento o il denaro, ma il senso di progresso in qualcosa di significativo. In questa puntata parliamo di small wins, Progress Principle, slancio e momentum: come i micro-cambiamenti quotidiani costruiscono energia, identità e motivazione nel tempo.

Au trecut aproape zece ani de la prima noastră discuție cu Voicu Oprean. Atunci, AROBS era o companie românească în ascensiune, cu orizonturi deschise. Astăzi privim un alt tablou: o companie listată la bursă, cu peste o mie de oameni și prezență în mai multe țări, care a intrat recent în piața americană prin achiziția Codingscape din Las Vegas, o tranzacție de aproape 12 milioane de dolari. E un pas care arată o etapă de maturizare, în care o firmă românească nu doar livrează în SUA, ci intră acolo ca partener cu drepturi depline.Această mișcare nu vine din impuls, ci dintr-un tip de disciplină acumulată în timp. În cercetările Institutului European pentru Studii Economice Regionale (2022), companiile din Europa Centrală care ajung la extinderi stabile sunt cele care știu să combine ritmul local cu structuri clare. AROBS se înscrie în această categorie: a crescut prin proiecte, apoi prin achiziții în România și Europa, iar trecerea spre SUA pare o continuare firească a drumului. În discuția cu Voicu, se vede exact acest amestec. El spune direct:„Ne-am dorit să fim mult mai aproape de clienți… să fim acolo unde se iau deciziile”În podcast discutăm despre cum s-a ajuns la această achiziție, despre provocările legislative și culturale întâlnite și despre felul în care echipe din două continente învață să lucreze împreună. Ne-am oprit și asupra modului în care se transformă rolul unui fondator când organizația trece de la apropierea inițială la structuri mai sofisticate. Aici se vede ceea ce psihologul organizațional Teresa Amabile numește „continuitatea muncii reale” în companiile care cresc sănătos: liderii rămân conectați la echipe, chiar și atunci când nu mai sunt implicați în fiecare detaliu.

Ever wonder why you can't just willpower your way to better habits, doing better work and making smarter choices? The answer lies not in trying harder, but in understanding how your brain actually works.  The most powerful force shaping our behaviors isn't conscious decision-making—it's our environment.  Research consistently shows that what surrounds us impacts our choices far more than we realize.  This environmental influence extends to every aspect of our lives. Researchers have identified the "zip code effect"—the remarkable finding that where you live predicts your health outcomes better than your genetic makeup. Your neighborhood influences your activity levels and food choices so powerfully that it can affect your lifespan by 10-20 years. Similarly, your social circles—both in-person and digital—shape your aspirations and behaviors more profoundly than conscious goal-setting.  Even work motivation follows this pattern. While we often believe perks or compensation drive performance, Teresa Amabile's research reveals that experiencing regular progress toward meaningful goals is actually the most powerful motivator. When we can see our efforts adding up to something significant, our engagement naturally increases—regardless of external rewards.  The takeaway?  Stop fighting against your natural tendencies and start creating environments that make your desired behaviors the path of least resistance. Architect your physical spaces, social circles, and work processes to naturally guide you toward better choices. By designing your life around how your brain actually works—not how you think it works—you can achieve lasting change with less struggle and more satisfaction. Share this episode with someone who's trying to make a change in their life!    Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the showBrought to you by Angela Shurina Behavior-First, Executive and Optimal Performance Coach 360, Change Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant

Surprisingly, many older adults approaching retirement feel a sense of dread – even when they have sufficient financial security and are reasonably healthy. In a project sponsored by Harvard Business School, Teresa Amabile's research team spent a decade researching retirement to understand people's attitudes toward, decisions about, and experiences of retiring. She and her colleagues, Lotte Bailyn (MIT), Marcy Crary (Bentley University), Douglas T. Hall, and Kathy Kram (both of Boston University), interviewed 120 knowledge workers in successful companies, including some who were still working, some who had retired, and some who were about to enter the retirement transition. The 14 people approaching retirement in the near term became the “Stars” of this research because they agreed to be interviewed multiple times as they finished their careers, officially retired,In this episode, you'll discover: The “work” of retiring and how to approach the necessary tasks in a way that increases the likelihood of a smooth transition into a satisfying retirement life. The major identity challenges people face in retirement, and some creative ways you can meet those challenges. The upheavals to personal and professional relationships that can occur during this life transition and how you can maintain and build a mutually supportive relationship network post-retirement. About Teresa M. Amabile:  Teresa M. Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita, at Harvard Business School. Her most recent book, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, presents insights from a decade of research on the psychological, social, and life restructuring challenges of retiring. Her colleagues Lotte Bailyn, Marcy Crary, Douglas T. Hall, and Kathy E. Kram collaborated on that work. Before turning her research interests into retirement transition, Teresa devoted over 40 years to researching creativity and innovation. Extending that work, she studied how everyday life inside organizations can influence people and their creativity by affecting inner work life - the confluence of motivation, emotions, and perceptions. The findings of that research appear in her coauthored book with Steven Kramer, The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work. Teresa's work has appeared in over 100 scholarly journal articles and a variety of other outlets, including Harvard Business Review. She has presented her work to audiences in a variety of settings, including Pixar, Genentech, TEDx Atlanta, Apple, Pfizer, and the World Economic Forum in Davos. She consults with companies and nonprofits, and has served on several boards. She has received a variety of awards, including the Distinguished Scholar Award from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Management's Organizational Behavior Division, and election to the 2024 Thinkers50 Hall of Fame. Get in touch with Teresa Amabile: Buy Teresa's book: https://revolutionizeretirement.com/amabilebook   Connect with Teresa on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-amabile-8542727/  What to do next: Click to grab our free guide, 10 Key Issues to Consider as You Explore Your Retirement Transition Please leave a review at Apple Podcasts. Join our Revolutionize Your Retirement group on Facebook.

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Are we missing an essential ingredient for creativity in education—like sleep? In the Season 10 finale of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett hand over the mic to their resident scholar, Jimmy Wilson, for an in-depth reflection on the standout moments and innovative insights from an eclectic season. Jimmy draws connections between classroom creativity and essential factors we often overlook, like the power of sleep and the importance of understanding our own creative process. The discussion dives into research showing how just a few minutes of rest can double or even triple creative problem-solving, and why productive struggle—not just instant success—is critical for growth. The hosts and Jimmy also grapple with how students can find their purpose in an AI-driven world, and why fostering community and authentic connections in the classroom are more important than ever. With highlights from luminaries like Teresa Amabile, Leo Bird, and Robert Sternberg, this episode asks educators to reconsider not only the tools they give students, but also the passion and purpose fueling the next generation. Noteworthy Mentions The Role of Sleep: Research cited showed that brief periods of sleep or even twilight rest significantly improve creative problem-solving. Metacognition in the Classroom: Guests discussed the growing importance of helping students understand their own learning and thinking processes, especially amid the rise of AI. Feedback & Incremental Growth: Celebrating small wins and providing clear, iterative feedback is more motivating than focusing solely on the end product. Purpose and Passion: Transformational creativity comes from students connecting their work to a bigger purpose—benefiting themselves and their communities. Productive Struggle: Perseverance and learning from failure are reframed as keys to creative development. Authentic Audience: The impact of students seeing their work valued in the real world proves to be a major motivator. About Jimmy Wilson Jimmy Wilson is a doctoral candidate specializing in creativity and education at the University of Connecticut, currently completing a prestigious NSF fellowship in educational neuroscience. As the show's resident scholar, Jimmy brings a unique blend of fresh academic research and practical classroom insight. His work focuses on how biology, environment, and emerging technologies intersect to shape creativity at all levels of education. Passionate about connecting theory to practice, Jimmy is dedicated to helping educators foster greater creativity, resilience, and purpose in children and young adults alike.   Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education  

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here!   Are today's students losing their passion and sense of purpose—and how can educators help reignite it? In this final debrief episode of Season 10, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett reflect on their standout interviews with a trio of trailblazers in creativity: astrobio futurist Billy Almon, MIT Media Lab's Dr. Leo Burd, and the legendary Dr. Teresa Amabile. The conversation dives deep into the value of biomimicry—learning from nature to solve classroom challenges, the importance of finding purpose and passion in creative learning, and how small wins can fuel motivation for both teachers and students. Matt and Cyndi also explore whether influences like the pandemic and increased screen time are dampening young people's intrinsic motivation, and discuss how creativity can play a key role in happiness throughout all stages of life, including retirement. This lively, insightful wrap-up invites educators to ask themselves and their students thought-provoking questions about what inspires them, what matters most, and how to foster environments where creativity thrives. Noteworthy Mentions Biomimicry in Education: Drawing inspiration from nature—like the calculated strike of a scorpion—to foster creativity and problem-solving in classroom environments. Five Ps of Creative Learning: A model discussed by Dr. Leo Burd, focusing on Passion, Project, Play, Peers and the crucial addition of Purpose in creative learning settings. Purpose and Passion: A pressing concern about whether today's students are struggling to find their "why," potentially due to pandemic disruptions, over-accommodation, or screen time overload. Progress Principle: Dr. Teresa Amabile's research on the power of recognizing small wins to sustain motivation and creativity—a strategy for both teachers and learners. Creativity Across the Lifespan: The empowering idea that creativity isn't just for the classroom—it's vital for happiness and fulfillment into retirement and beyond. Conversation Starters: Encouragement for teachers to ask students what matters to them and what they're passionate about, to help spark deeper engagement. Episodes Discussed: Billy Almon is an astrobio futurist known for his work in biomimicry and innovative approaches to creativity. Dr. Leo Burd is a researcher at the MIT Media Lab, where he explores creative learning frameworks and the integration of purpose into educational experiences. Dr. Teresa Amabile is a renowned scholar in the fields of creativity, motivation, and organizational behavior, widely recognized for her work on the progress principle and for championing creativity at every stage of life. Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part Two of the Double Expresso here! In this episode of the Fueling Creativity in Education Podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett engage in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Teresa Amabile, a world-renowned expert in creativity research. Teresa shares fascinating insights from her impressive 50-year career, discussing her journey and the many chapters of her groundbreaking work. The conversation begins into her early interests in childhood creativity, sparked during her time in kindergarten, and how these experiences led her to study motivation and its effects on creativity. Teresa emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation and reflects on how extrinsic factors can sometimes bolster creativity, sharing practical tips for teachers and administrators. The episode also highlights Teresa's reflections on creativity within educational environments, stressing that creativity is not solely an individual trait but is significantly influenced by context. The discussion touches on her book "Creativity in Context" and explores how school environments can either nurture or stifle creative potential. Teresa advocates for a flexible, personalized approach to education, where students are encouraged to explore and play without the constraints of rigid, standardized assessments. Throughout the episode, Matthew and Cyndi explore these themes with Teresa, drawing valuable connections between research and practical application in educational settings. Creativity in Context About Dr. Teresa Amabile: Dr. Teresa Amabile is a world-renowned expert in creativity research, with 50 years of groundbreaking work in the field. She is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor, Emerita, at Harvard Business School and originally trained as a chemist before earning her Ph.D. in psychology from Stanford University. Her research has explored the intersection of creativity, motivation, and the work environment, shaping how we understand and foster innovation. Dr. Amabile is the author of several influential books, including Growing Up Creative, Creativity in Context, The Progress Principle, and most recently, Retiring: Creating a Life that Works for You, as well as over 100 research articles and scholarly chapters. Her work continues to inspire educators, leaders, and organizations to cultivate environments that nurture creativity and innovation. Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education

Sign up for our weekly newsletter here! Listen to Part One of the Double Expresso here! In this exceptional double espresso of the Fueling Creativity in Education podcast, hosts Dr. Matthew Worwood and Dr. Cyndi Burnett are joined by Dr. Teresa Amabile for part two of a discussion on creativity in education. The three explore the application of Dr. Amabile's Progress Principle, a concept that emphasizes how small wins drive motivation and creativity, even in classroom environments. Dr. Amabile shares insights from her research involving R&D teams at corporations, revealing how a positive inner work life, driven by progress in meaningful work, fosters creativity and productivity. The discussion expands into the significance of learning from setbacks and mistakes, a practice essential for both children and adults, and how celebrating failures can lead to further progress and creativity in education. The episode also touches upon the intriguing topic of creativity in retirement, where Dr. Amabile shares findings from her recent research on life satisfaction of retirees, highlighting the importance of creative opportunities during the later years of one's career. Additionally, the episode addresses the potential impact of generative AI on creativity, sparking thoughts on its potential to support or hinder human creativity. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Amabile weaves personal stories and insights that add a warm, engaging touch to the academic discussion, offering listeners a fusion of inspiration and practical applications for fostering creativity in various stages of life and work. The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work Retiring: Creating a Life that Works for You About Dr. Teresa Amabile: Dr. Teresa Amabile is a world-renowned expert in creativity research, with 50 years of groundbreaking work in the field. She is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor, Emerita, at Harvard Business School and originally trained as a chemist before earning her Ph.D. in psychology from Stanford University. Her research has explored the intersection of creativity, motivation, and the work environment, shaping how we understand and foster innovation. Dr. Amabile is the author of several influential books, including Growing Up Creative, Creativity in Context, The Progress Principle, and most recently, Retiring: Creating a Life that Works for You, as well as over 100 research articles and scholarly chapters. Her work continues to inspire educators, leaders, and organizations to cultivate environments that nurture creativity and innovation. Eager to bring more creativity into your school district? Check out our sponsor Curiosity2Create.org and join their Creativity Network for Educators at Curiosity2Connect! Check out our Podcast Website to dive deeper into Creativity in Education! For more information on Creativity in Education, check out: Matt's Website: Worwood Classroom Cyndi's Website: Creativity and Education

What if retirement isn't the end—but the beginning of your next purpose?In this eye-opening episode of the WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Teresa Amabile, Harvard researcher and expert on the psychology of retirement, to talk about the emotional side of leaving a career and how to do it with clarity, confidence, and joy.From identity loss to the fear of losing purpose, Teresa shares her “Four A's” framework—Alignment, Awareness, Agency, and Adaptability to help women rethink what retirement really means and design a life they love on the other side of work.Key Takeaways:Retirement is more than financial it's emotional and personal.Identity, structure, and purpose are often the biggest transitions.The Four A's can help create a fulfilling, empowered post-career life.Want to deepen your leadership journey?You'll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally. Explore now: www.wilempowered.com

What if retirement isn't the finish line, but a new beginning you haven't trained for?In this powerful episode, host Cathleen Toomey sits down with Harvard Business School professor emerita Dr. Teresa Amabile to explore the surprising truths behind retirement. Based on a decade of research and 200+ interviews, Dr. Amabile challenges the myth that money and health are all you need for a satisfying life post-career. Make sure not to miss this one—we reframe retirement as a phase requiring intention and reflection (and yes… a little work!)Dr. Teresa Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita, at Harvard Business School. With a Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford and over 40 years of research into creativity, motivation, and inner work life, she brings a deep, evidence-based lens to one of life's biggest transitions: retirement. Her latest book, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, is the result of a decade-long collaborative study with colleagues from MIT, Bentley, and Boston University.From redefining identity to rebuilding purpose, this conversation is filled with practical insights—and moving personal stories—that reframe retirement as a phase requiring intention and reflection (and yes… a little work!). 

Ask me a QHello Bright Minds, my guest today is 53 year old journalist Samantha Downes, who last year took up the post of senior news reporter at The Express after many years working freelance. She joined The Express in November after specialising in pensions and investment journalism as an investigative reporter for both trade and national publications including the Financial Times, City AM, and Pensions Expert. She's a mother of two teenage girls and writes about midlife, parenting and money issues for her own substack. She's written two books and has another underway and is also a financial commentator on TV and radio. We met a couple of months ago at the House of Lords at a breakfast hosted by another podcast guest, Baroness Helena Morrissey – episode 102 – to launch a report about the gender ISA gap.I think you'll love Samantha's honesty about returning to employment and her raw self-reflections about ambition. I really could have listened to her for much longer than we had time for and at the end of the episode I share my thoughts on why and how mothers careers come in and out of bloom – and it's not to do with the age of their children.ReferencesThe power of small wins – HBR article by Teresa Amabile & Steven Kramer. Visualisation podcast episode with Maya Raichoora.ADHD & Hormones - episode 207 of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing podcast with Kate Moryousef.Danna Greenberg paper - Identity and the Transition to Motherhood: Navigating Existing, Temporary, and Anticipatory Identities. MORE FOR YOU DM Jessica on instagram @comebackcommuk Get Caremail (free, every other Sunday at 7am) Read Mothers Work! How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work by Jessica Chivers. Watch five coachees talk about working with us Connect us to your HR team - bring the Comeback Community™ employee experience to your workplace

In today's episode, I dive deep into the feeling of being overwhelmed and constantly busy, despite our best efforts to manage our time better. I share some personal reflections on how to take back control of our time and the importance of making small progress in our personal and professional lives. I explore the concept of The Progress Principle, backed by science, and how small wins can lead to greater momentum and motivation. It's a journey of intentionality — where it's not about doing more or being perfect, but about creating consistent, small steps toward progress that lead to greater satisfaction and fulfillment. Key Themes Discussed in this Episode: The Overwhelm Trap: Despite making efforts to reclaim our time, many of us feel overwhelmed with the constant demands of life. The question arises: How can we create more time for ourselves while feeling less burdened? The Power of Saying YES to Ourselves: Often, we focus on saying no to others to protect our time. But maybe it's time to say yes to ourselves — add intentional actions that help us feel more in control of our lives. The Science Behind Progress: Drawing from The Progress Principle by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer, I explore how small, incremental progress in meaningful tasks can positively impact our well-being, creativity, and motivation. Breaking the Cycle of Inaction: How can we avoid feeling stuck or paralyzed by the magnitude of our goals? Small wins matter, and a little forward motion can help us build momentum. Small Actions, Big Impact: I share simple, actionable steps like focusing on small goals, celebrating wins, and creating a sustainable approach to maintaining momentum. It's about making a little bit of progress each day — whether it's spending 10 minutes on a task, having a brief conversation with a friend, or carving out time for self-care. The key to overcoming overwhelm and reclaiming your time isn't necessarily about doing more or perfecting everything. It's about taking small, intentional actions that gradually build momentum and foster a sense of accomplishment. If we can apply The Progress Principle in our own lives, we'll feel more in control, less overwhelmed, and more motivated to move forward — one small step at a time. #tunein #advancingwomenpodcast For more about Dr. DeSimone and the Advancing Women Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ https://advancingwomenpodcast.com/

Teresa Amabile, Professor Emerita, at Harvard Business School, is one of the world's foremost scholars of creativity. She's received multiple lifetime achievement awards and is one of the all-time top management scholars by citation count. She's presented her work at companies and conferences all over the world, including Apple, IDEO, and the World Economic Forum. She is also the author of several books, including her most recent book, Retiring, which examines how people transition to retirement. Originally educated and employed as a chemist, Teresa received her Ph.D. in psychology from Stanford University. I hope you enjoy learning from Teresa Amabile today. In this episode we discuss the following: People have their best days at work, feel the most creative and productive, when they make progress on meaningful work. People transitioning into new life phases, for example, retirement, are at risk of not feeling productive, if their meaningful work comes to an end. After interviewing 120 people, Teresa found that those who successfully transition to new life phases do the following: they take action to align their identities with some sort of structure, they strive to be aware of what's working, and then they adapt accordingly.   Connect on Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/nate_meikle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natemeikle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_meikle/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nate.meikle

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk Notes: Mo Bunnell is the author of Give to Grow, The Snowball System, and the founder of Bunnell Idea Group (BIG), who has trained tens of thousands of seller experts at over 400 clients all over the world. I wake up every morning looking to help my friends succeed, and some just happen to be clients.  — Proactively thinking of ways to add value to others is a great way to build a meaningful life. Our brains think literally. Relationships grow exponentially. Give consistently to grow relationships. Celebrate incremental progress. Mo writes in a journal the growth of himself, his business, and his customers. We all should be better at celebrating incremental progress. Teresa Amabile's research shows that this leads to a more enjoyable life. August 4, 1984, was a meaningful day for his family. (Dad's alcoholism. That was the day of his last drink) The difference between doing the work versus winning the work Example: You win the work by asking lots of questions. You do the work giving answers. Every successful career hinges on two things: Doing The Work and Winning The Work. Both delivering value on the current work and developing the relationships that create future opportunities are vital for long-term success. Whether you're in a new role or want new outcomes, the most powerful results come from prioritizing both Doing The Work and Winning The Work. Ask questions – Mo shares 50+ questions to ask. Ask self-disclosure questions. Those are questions that only that person can answer. Fall in love with the problem. Pronoia – The world is out to help you succeed. People can live in 1 of 3 ways. Drift - Stay busy. Answer emails.  Driven - Hyper emphasis on one thing at the detriment of others (triathlon guy) By Design - Write down where you want to be and make a plan to do it. On purpose. Delayed gratification: Weekly planning process Offer 3 proactive change agent ideas Mo is in 5 masterminds Shawn Blanc in Breckenridge. Net givers. MASHUP - His house. Help others. Ask for help. Elite Adventure athletes GivetoGrow.Info MASHUP! Mastermind of Awesome Super Human Unreal People

Imagine stepping into retirement with confidence and excitement, rather than uncertainty and anxiety. That's exactly what we aim to achieve in this episode featuring Teresa Amabile, the distinguished Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Teresa shares her insights and groundbreaking research on the psychological and emotional dimensions of retiring, going beyond the traditional focus on health and wealth. Her new book, "Retiring: Creating a Life that Works for You," serves as a foundation for our conversation on how to craft a fulfilling life after the last day at work. We explore essential strategies to align one's personal identity and values with life's changing circumstances. Through personal stories and research anecdotes, Teresa shares the four major tasks of retiring well, including the critical decision of when to retire. Our conversation emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and courage in this transition, encouraging listeners to make changes that resonate with their evolving self. The episode is rich with practical advice on preparing emotionally, offering listeners a toolkit for navigating the intricate journey of retiring. We also delve into the often overlooked challenge of managing work identity during retirement. Teresa discusses how nurturing identities beyond one's career can ease this transition, using real-life examples of individuals who have successfully shifted their focus from professional life to personal passions. Listeners will learn how to balance work identity with personal interests and maintain crucial relationships, regardless of where they are in their career journey. Whether you're contemplating retirement or simply seeking a more balanced life, this episode offers valuable insights into embracing the next chapter with enthusiasm and purpose. What You'll Learn: • The emotional and identity shifts involved in the process of retiring. • Insightful stories of individuals who are discovering new passions and redefining their identities outside the office. • Practical strategies to nurture diverse interests and relationships for a rewarding post-work life. • Thought-provoking questions and exercises to help you align your life structure with your evolving self and values. Podcast Timestamps: (00:00) – Retiring Versus Retirement (17:57) – Managing Life Transitions (30:56) - Navigating our Identities (37:03) – Who Are We in Retirement? (44:43) - Exploring Life Outside of Work More of Teresa: Teresa M. Amabile is a professor at Harvard Business School, specializing in creativity, innovation, and workplace dynamics. She earned a doctorate in psychology from Stanford University and has published over 100 scholarly articles. Her book The Progress Principle, co-authored with Steven Kramer, explores how small wins can enhance creativity and engagement at work. Amabile has received numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award in Organizational Behavior from the Academy of Management in 2018. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-amabile-8542727 Key Topics Discussed: Retiring, Managing Transitions, Self-Identity, Identity at Work, Life After Work, Meaningful Work, Navigating Emotional Challenges, Personal Passions, Creating Life Balance, Self-awareness, Living Our Values, Retirement Planning, Financial Security, Identity Circles, Career Journey, Personal Success More of Do Good to Lead Well: Website: https://craigdowden.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/

Teresa M. Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita, at Harvard Business School. Her most recent book, Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, presents insights from a decade of research on the psychological, social, and life restructuring challenges of retiring. Her colleagues Lotte Bailyn, Marcy Crary, Douglas T. Hall, and Kathy E. Kram collaborated on that work. Before turning her research interests to the retirement transition, Teresa devoted over 40 years to researching creativity and innovation. She was instrumental in establishing the social psychology of creativity – the study of how the social environment can influence creative behavior, primarily by influencing motivation. Her research on creativity appears in her books, Creativity in Context and Growing Up Creative, as well as numerous articles for scholars and practitioners. Extending that research, she studied how everyday life inside organizations can influence people and their creativity, productivity, commitment, and collegiality, by affecting inner work life – the confluence of motivation, emotions, and perceptions. The findings of that research appear in her coauthored book (with Steven Kramer), The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work. Teresa's work has appeared in over 100 scholarly journal articles and a variety of other outlets, including Harvard Business Review, as well as several edited books. She has presented her work to audiences in a variety of settings, including Pixar, Genentech, TEDx Atlanta, Apple, Pfizer, and The World Economic Forum in Davos. She consults to companies and nonprofits and has served on a number of boards. She has received a variety of awards, including the Distinguished Scholar Award from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Management's Organizational Behavior Division, the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Israel Organizational Behavior Conference, an honorary doctorate from BI Norwegian Business School, and election to the 2024 Thinkers50 Hall of Fame. www.retiringbook.com

In this episode of Daily Creative, we explore a quote from Richard Rohr: "A mouse in a mansion does not need to take lessons in humility." This imagery of a mouse confidently navigating a grand space leads us into a profound discussion on humility, self-awareness, and authentic leadership.We reflect on the importance of striking a balance between confidence and humility, highlighting how true confidence stems from self-awareness rather than ego. By understanding our own worth and limitations, we can operate from a place of genuine humility, fostering trust, respect, and creativity within our teams and personal lives.Five Key Learnings:True Confidence vs. Ego: Confidence acknowledges fallibility and values others, while ego insists on infallibility and self-importance.Self-Awareness: Recognizing our worth and limitations helps us lead with humility and authenticity.Mentorship: The perspectives of trusted mentors can provide valuable insights into our strengths and areas for growth.Consistent Progress: Regularly setting and achieving attainable goals builds creative confidence, as noted by researcher Teresa Amabile.Vulnerability: Sharing struggles and uncertainties with trusted individuals can enhance our confidence and reduce the fear of imperfection.Subscribe to the newsletter at BraveFocusedBrilliant.com

Wharton's Stephanie Creary speaks to Teresa Amabile, emeritus professor of business administration at Harvard Business School, and Kathy Kram, emeritus professor of management and organizations at Boston University's Questrom School of Business, about how to prepare for retirement and other insights from their book Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You.This episode is part of the Leading Diversity at Work series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot changes when you retire. That can be daunting, but it also presents valuable opportunities. It gives you a window to recreate a new approach to life now that you'll have the time and freedom to pursue what you'd like to do. Teresa Amabile, co-author of the new book Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You, joins us to discuss the key lessons from over 200 interviews with 120 people and their experiences in retiring. Teresa Amabile joins us from Massachusetts. _____________________ Bio Teresa Amabile is the Edsel Bryant Ford Professor of Business Administration, Emerita and a Director of Research at Harvard Business School. Originally educated as a chemist, Teresa received her doctorate in psychology from Stanford University. She studies how everyday life inside organizations can influence people and their performance. Teresa's research encompasses creativity, productivity, innovation, and inner work life - the confluence of emotions, perceptions, and motivation that people experience as they react to events at work. Teresa's work has earned several awards: the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Management's OB Division (2018); the Distinguished Scholar Award from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology (2017); the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Israel Organizational Behavior Conference (2018); the Center for Creative Leadership Best Paper Award (in Leadership Quarterly) (2005); and the Torrance Award from the National Association for Gifted Children (1998). In 2020, she was named one of the top 50 scholars, by citation count, in business/management (PLOS Biology). She has presented her theories, research results, and practical implications to various groups in business, government, and education, including Apple, IDEO, Procter & Gamble, Roche Pharma, Genentech, TEDx Atlanta, the Society for Human Resource Management, Pfizer, and the World Economic Forum. In addition to participating in various executive programs at Harvard Business School, she created the MBA course Managing for Creativity, and has taught several courses to first-year MBA students. Teresa was the host/instructor of Against All Odds: Inside Statistics, a 26-part instructional series originally produced for broadcast on PBS. She was a director of Seaman Corporation for 25 years, and has served on the boards of other organizations. Teresa's discoveries appear in her book, The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work. The book, based on research into nearly 12,000 daily diary entries from over 200 professionals inside organizations, illuminates how everyday events at work can impact employee engagement and creative productivity. Published in August 2011 by Harvard Business Review Press, the book is co-authored with Teresa's husband and collaborator, Steven Kramer, Ph.D. Her other books include Creativity in Context and Growing Up Creative. Teresa has published over 100 scholarly articles and chapters, in outlets including top journals in psychology (such as Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and American Psychologist) and in management (Administrative Science Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal). She is also the author of The Work Preference Inventory and KEYS to Creativity and Innovation. Teresa has used insights from her research in working with various groups in business, government, and education, including Procter & Gamble, Novartis International AG, Motorola, IDEO, and the Creative Education Foundation. ___________________ For More on Teresa Amabile Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You  by Teresa M. Amabile , Lotte Bailyn, Marcy Crary , Douglas T. Hall  and Kathy E. Kram ___________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like Edit Your Life – Elisabeth Sharp McKetta The Balancing Act in Retirement – Stew Friedman Retirement Rookies – Stephen & Karen Kreider Yoder

Today, Linda and I dive into a game-changing strategy for staying motivated on your financial journey—celebrating small wins! If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the enormity of your financial goals or wondered how to keep the momentum going, this episode is for you. We'll unpack why these small victories are crucial and how they can transform your financial journey from a tedious marathon into an enjoyable adventure with God.  

Teresa Amabile - The Progress Principle The Progress Principle: How Small Wins Boost Motivation and Happiness at Work In the latest episode, Aidan McCullen welcomes Teresa Amabile, author of 'The Progress Principle,' to delve into her extensive research on motivation and emotions in the workplace.  Amabile's study of nearly 12,000 diary entries from workers in seven companies reveals that making even small progress in meaningful work is crucial for positive emotions and high motivation.  The conversation touches on key concepts like the role of clear goals, autonomy, sufficient resources, and the importance of supportive interpersonal events in fostering a productive work environment. The script also previews Amabile's upcoming book, 'Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You,' which explores the challenges and experiences of transitioning into retirement. 00:00 Unlocking Motivation: The Power of Progress 01:34 Welcome Teresa Amabile: Exploring The Progress Principle 02:52 From Work Progress to Retirement: A New Research Journey 09:43 The Progress Principle: Small Wins, Big Impact 10:56 Managers, Take Note: The Surprising Truth About Motivation 17:27 Catalysts and Nourishers: The Keys to Sustained Progress 29:25 Real-World Impact: Stories from the Research 41:30 The Inner Work-Life Effect: A Deep Dive into Research Findings 50:50 A Call to Action for Leaders and Individuals 51:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Works Find Teresa here: The Progress Principle here: Tags: Aidan McCullen, Teresa Amabile, The Progress Principle, Inner Work Life, Creativity at Work, Employee Motivation, Small Wins, Positive Emotions, Innovation Management, Employee Engagement, Job Satisfaction, Workplace Psychology, Career Development, Retirement Planning, Work-Life Balance, Leadership Skills, Management Strategies, Team Building, Productivity, , Organizational Behavior

Have you ever wondered how traditional leaders can be motivated to support creativity in the workplace? What is the secret to fostering creativity and driving innovation? Today, on the podcast, we welcome Teresa Amabile to help us explore the crucial role that managers play in shaping the inner work lives of their employees through the lens of her book, The Progress Principle. Teresa Amabile is a distinguished scholar and researcher in organizational behavior. She is renowned for her groundbreaking work on creativity, motivation, and the work environment. Joining as a co-host is Diego Rodriguez, a board member at LendingTree, whose expertise extends to pioneering tough tech, fintech, and shaping the future of transportation. In our conversation, we unpack her interest in ‘garden variety' creativity, why reward incentives are not good motivation tools, and what kills creativity. Discover the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, typical progress inhibitors, and how failure can lead to innovative breakthroughs. We discuss the power of small wins, what extrinsic motivators are necessary, the role of AI in creativity, why the meaningfulness of work is essential for productivity, and much more. Join us as we uncover Teresa's progressive unifying theory of design thinking and how it applies to the culture of creativity for organizations. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Her shift in focus from studying exceptional individuals to ordinary people's creativity.Learn about the impact of social environments on creativity.How companies, like IDEO and Hewlett Packard, foster a culture of creativity.Teresa unpacks The Progress Principle concept and how it applies to organizations.Discover the value of “intrinsic motivation” and the steps to creating it.Effective strategies leaders can leverage to overcome a company crisis. Hear how a major failure can lead to an innovative breakthrough.Potential of AI to gain deeper insights into motivation and creativity.Ways traditional leaders can be intrinsically motivated to drive creativity.Explore the concept of AI augmenting human intelligence and creativity.Our guests share advice and their final takeaways for listeners.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Teresa Amabile Teresa Amabile on LinkedInThe Progress PrincipleDiego Rodriguez on LinkedInLendingTreeIDEOHewlett Packard‘Creativity, Artificial Intelligence, and a World of Surprises'Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for YouJeremy UtleyJeremy Utley EmailJeremy Utley on XJeremy Utley on LinkedIn

What wins are you celebrating in 2023? Whether the past year was a breeze or the worst one yet, it's time to pour yourself a glass of bubbly (or Bubly) and announce aloud all the ways you shine. Let's jumpstart your year-end reflections. In this episode, I present three steps that will help you add a celebratory angle to your 2023 review and really remind you that you made progress this year, no matter what your 2024 to-do lists might look like.You'll leave equipped with some inspo to get you ready to ring in the new year, including:The importance of celebrating your wins during the harder timesHow to identify the pride-worthy traits that got you through the challengesHow to build up your year-end brag bookAnd a very real celebration of Level Up participants who flourished in 2023Related Links:Episode 127 How A Brag Book Can Help You Land Your Next Job or Promotion- https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode127Episode 217 How To Land a Job in a Different Industry - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode217Episode 395 You Deserve Self-Care For Your Career - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode395Episode 421 The Top Struggles of High Achievers - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode421More about The Progress Principle by Steven Kramer and Teresa Amabile - https://hbr.org/2011/05/the-power-of-small-winsLevel Up: a Leadership Accelerator for Women on the Rise - https://www.bossedup.org/levelupHired: a Job Search Accelerator to Land Your Dream Job - https://www.bossedup.org/gethiredBossed Up job search resources - https://www.bossedup.org/free-resources/job-searchBossed Up Courage Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/927776673968737/Bossed Up LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7071888/ 

What makes you excited about your work? How can managers encourage creativity within their teams? In this episode, Dr. Teresa Amabile answers these questions and more. What You'll Learn: 1. What is inner work life and how does it affect your creativity and innovation? 2. How positive emotions lead to creativity. 3. What makes small wins so important to a healthy work life? 4. Setbacks have a negative effect 3 to 4 times stronger than the positive effects of progress. 5. How can you get a positive spiral moving? 6. The importance of meaning in our work. 7. How to include setbacks in your positive work environment. Who is Teresa? As Director of Research at Harvard Business School, Dr. Amabile has had the opportunity to interact with managers at all levels from a variety of industries. Most recently, Teresa collected over 12,000 diary entries from over 200 people working on 26 project teams. These diary entries gave Teresa insight into the inner work lives of the employees, allowing her to parse out what fosters creativity, progress, and ultimately a successful project. The results of this research can be found in her book: The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work. Mentions: The Progress Principle by Teresa Amabile: https://www.amazon.ca/Progress-Principle-Ignite-Engagement-Creativity/dp/1491514353  Amy Edmondson: https://amycedmondson.com/ The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande https://www.amazon.ca/Checklist-Manifesto-How-Things-Right/dp/0312430000/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=208307794507&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9001326&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5539261850166569313&hvtargid=kwd-295612719286&hydadcr=2438_9638418&keywords=the+checklist+manifesto&qid=1698867545&sr=8-1  Follow Teresa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-amabile-8542727/  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

Mark Twain once said, “The secret to getting ahead is getting started.” Sometimes, taking those first few tiny little steps can be the hardest part of getting a new project off the ground. If you're embarking on a new artistic venture, how do you decide where to begin? If you're preparing to tackle something unfamiliar on the administrative side of your creative business, how do you figure out what's the most important thing to do first? Often, we find ourselves waiting to even begin a new thing until we know we can jump in with 1,000% commitment and total confidence, but that feeling of complete commitment and absolute confidence might never come, leaving you stuck and paralyzed instead. What do you do then? Today, we're going to look at how you can use small steps to move you past any feelings of stuckness or paralysis. Today, we're going to learn how to add together lots of small steps so you can create the change you're looking for. In this episode, you will learn: What small steps are and how you can use them to motivate yourself in your artistic work. What social science research around “small steps” can teach us about how to shape our daily work processes as creative entrepreneurs. How to “Video Game” your big, overwhelming tasks so that they are approachable. Why small steps have the power to enable and enhance your entire creative process. How (and why!) to celebrate every small win in your creative entrepreneurship journey. In this episode, I discuss the motivation research done by Harvard professor Teresa Amabile. You can learn more about her work here: Progress Principle Research Diary Study on the Harvard Dataverse The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer "The Big Power of Small Wins" by Jude King I mention the book Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman and refer to this edition of his newsletter. I also refer one previous episode of this podcast, 004: An Attitude of Gratitude. A full transcript of this episode can be found here. Full transcripts of every episode will always be available at the Starving Artist No More Blog. Thank you for listening. Please feel free to reach out to me at www.StarvingArtistNoMore.com, with any questions, comments, or feedback. I'd love to hear from you.

Progress is a powerful human motivator. But unfortunately, many teams mark progress only when projects are complete or big milestones are crossed. They don't often celebrate small wins that build up to those big completions. But recent research suggests that small wins celebrated regularly are a more potent way to keep teams engaged and motivated. In a landmark study from Teresa Amabile, participants were most energized and motivated not in the aftermath of a big celebration, but when they had little breakthroughs—when they found small wins to celebrate. In this episode, we'll outline four keys to celebrate small wins on teams more powerfully, so that small wins can have a BIG effect on your team's motivation. 0:00 Introduction 1:20 Celebrate Daily 2:40 Celebrate Progress 3:55 Celebrate Contributions 5:01 Celebrate Impact 5:52 Conclusion In the end, that's what most individuals and teams need to be motivated by their work. They need to know their work matters. And a daily ritual of celebrating small wins (and the contributions, progress, and impact of those wins) becomes a daily reminder of what matters. And that should motivate everyone on the team to do their best work ever. //DO YOUR BEST WORK EVER If you liked this video and you want to help your team do their best work ever, check out the free resources we've compiled at https://davidburkus.com/resources //ABOUT DAVID One of the world's leading business thinkers, David Burkus' forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders and teams do their best work ever. He is the best-selling author of four books about business and leadership. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into dozens of languages. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USAToday, Fast Company, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS This Morning. Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked as one of the world's top business thought leaders by Thinkers50. As a sought-after international speaker, his TED Talk has been viewed over 2 million times. He's worked with leaders from organizations across all industries including Google, Stryker, Fidelity, Viacom, and even the US Naval Academy. A former business school professor, Burkus holds a master's degree in organizational psychology from the University of Oklahoma, and a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent University. //SPEAKING Like what you heard? Find more on David's speaking page (and find out about bringing him to your company or event) at https://davidburkus.com/keynote-speaker/ //CONNECT + LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidburkus/ + Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/davidburkus + Facebook: http://www.FB.com/DrDavidBurkus + Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DavidBurkus //MUSIC "Appreciate That" by David Cutter https://www.davidcuttermusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/david-burkus/message

Who's ready to be happier at work?!  If you are,  then join me as I discuss 6 areas that can help you take control of your own happiness at work...and in turn hopefully have much more good days:Take charge of your professional development & responsibility for knowing what is going on what workMake progress on the things that matter mostHave a great work life balance Recognize & praise people for their good work  Have an organized workspaceBe socially connectedShow notes:How to Be Happy at Work: The Power of Purpose, Hope, and Friendship, by Annie McKeeThe longest study on human happinessThe Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work, by Teresa Amabile and Steven KramerContact Darn Good Leadership: Email contact@darngoodleadership.com

In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm diving into the topic of business development habits and how you can create better habits for yourself with the MIT, or Most Important Things, process. I'm covering why you need to make it a priority, why you need to review your opportunities and relationships lists often, how to choose three actions to take each week for BD, and how to pre-plan your failure for more success.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why business development is so important How to incorporate it into your business Why scarcity is a good thing in your business Taking a look at your opportunity list Knowing where you are in the step to step process Finding the next thing you can do to move forward incrementally  Continuously evaluating your First Among Equals list Deciding if you have a way that you can invest in them weekly Why it's important to keep your relationship list visible What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward Writing down the things that get you stuck How to brainstorm ways to overcome those obstacles   The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method, reviewing your lists, and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum.   You'll soon find that this process is a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success in the long run. Try it out, you won't be disappointed with the results.    Resources Mentioned: Check out my conversation with James Clear Listen to my conversation with Brian Caffarelli Listen to my conversation with Bill Ruprecht Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk Listen to my conversation with Cyril Peupion

In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm diving into the topic of business development habits and how you can create better habits for yourself with the MIT, or Most Important Things, process. I'm covering why you need to make it a priority, why you need to review your opportunities and relationships lists often, how to choose three actions to take each week for BD, and how to pre-plan your failure for more success.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why business development is so important How to incorporate it into your business Why scarcity is a good thing in your business Taking a look at your opportunity list Knowing where you are in the step to step process Finding the next thing you can do to move forward incrementally  Continuously evaluating your First Among Equals list Deciding if you have a way that you can invest in them weekly Why it's important to keep your relationship list visible What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward Writing down the things that get you stuck How to brainstorm ways to overcome those obstacles   The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method, reviewing your lists, and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum.   You'll soon find that this process is a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success in the long run. Try it out, you won't be disappointed with the results.    Resources Mentioned: Check out my conversation with James Clear Listen to my conversation with Brian Caffarelli Listen to my conversation with Bill Ruprecht Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk Listen to my conversation with Cyril Peupion  

In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm diving into the topic of business development habits and how you can create better habits for yourself with the MIT, or Most Important Things, process. I'm covering why you need to make it a priority, why you need to review your opportunities and relationships lists often, how to choose three actions to take each week for BD, and how to pre-plan your failure for more success.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why business development is so important How to incorporate it into your business Why scarcity is a good thing in your business Taking a look at your opportunity list Knowing where you are in the step to step process Finding the next thing you can do to move forward incrementally  Continuously evaluating your First Among Equals list Deciding if you have a way that you can invest in them weekly Why it's important to keep your relationship list visible What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward Writing down the things that get you stuck How to brainstorm ways to overcome those obstacles   The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method, reviewing your lists, and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum.   You'll soon find that this process is a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success in the long run. Try it out, you won't be disappointed with the results.    Resources Mentioned: Check out my conversation with James Clear Listen to my conversation with Brian Caffarelli Listen to my conversation with Bill Ruprecht Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk Listen to my conversation with Cyril Peupion

Ever check your to-do list and see small tasks like “send email”, “send gift”, and “pay online bill”, and get EXTREMELY overwhelmed? “How can it be THIS hard?!” you think. Sending an email takes 5 mins! You can send an e-gift! And the online bill is just entering your credit card info. But somehow, you wait until the last minute, when the pressure is on, the timer is counting down, and the credit card company sends a “late payment” notice. You may be someone who needs accountability to get tasks done. Or a body double. This means you need someone in front of you or next to you to create some natural pressure to complete a task. This is especially helpful if you have ADHD or are neurodivergent. But how do you just find a person to work with you on a Tuesday at 2:30 in the afternoon? Enter: FocusMate. On this week's episode, Chelsea sits down with Taylor, the CEO and Founder of FocusMate, to discuss: Where did the idea of FocusMate come from? Getting stuck and how to get yourself unstuck with tangible steps The importance of having company, even without communication (aka accountability partner) The pros and cons of working with a buddy while getting your own business done and why is it important to set up structure The behavioral science and studies around accountability Starting from the ground up and building the muscles of what you want to do without an expert background Advice to listeners - "Learning is the most important thing. Do whatever you need to do to know better." “...I don't know if there's anything as powerful as that to help the nervous system to tell the body really that it is safe. And so, when you get on a Focusmate session, really the first thing that happens is somebody smiling at you and greeting you. And there's just such a warm culture…so that shifts the blood flow back into the brain and optimizes your body for focus and for creative tasks as opposed to survival tasks.” - Taylor Jacobson Try FocusMate here to 10X your productivity! CONNECT WITH TAYLOR: Website: https://www.focusmate.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorjacobson/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/taylorjacobson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorejacobson/ CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: www.chelseariffe.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseariffe/ 1:1 Coaching Open for 2 more spots until 2023 - apply right here **NEW** Leave a voice note to the pod! Drop a Q on podcasting, dating, travel, money - whatever's on your mind to get Chelsea non-expert (sometimes expert!) opinion on it. Resources mentioned: Teresa Amabile research on creativity Simon Sinek - Start With Why Jim Rohn - Rule of Five Mark Manson Lean Startup Methodology Transcript of Episode

In the last two episodes, we discussed the importance of taking a quick scan of your opportunity list and relationships, or first among equals list. In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm sharing step three of this method. In this step, you're going to pick three actions that you're going to take in the next week that are going to either move your relationships or your opportunities forward.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward     The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum. It's a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success.    To go deeper into this topic, check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk. She has some really great tips and advice that I think you'll enjoy.      Resources Mentioned: Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk

In the last two episodes, we discussed the importance of taking a quick scan of your opportunity list and relationships, or first among equals list. In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm sharing step three of this method. In this step, you're going to pick three actions that you're going to take in the next week that are going to either move your relationships or your opportunities forward.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward     The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum. It's a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success.    To go deeper into this topic, check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk. She has some really great tips and advice that I think you'll enjoy.    Resources Mentioned: Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk

In the last two episodes, we discussed the importance of taking a quick scan of your opportunity list and relationships, or first among equals list. In this episode of Real Relationships Real Revenue, I'm sharing step three of this method. In this step, you're going to pick three actions that you're going to take in the next week that are going to either move your relationships or your opportunities forward.    Topics We Cover in This Episode:  What BIG stands for How to use this method to move your business forward     The key here is consistency. By staying consistent with this method and picking your three most important things every week and getting them done, you will create unstoppable momentum. It's a game-changer. You'll always be moving your opportunities and relationships forward which will lead to more success.    To go deeper into this topic, check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk. She has some really great tips and advice that I think you'll enjoy.      Resources Mentioned: Check out Teresa Amabile's TED Talk

Key Things Discussed The core mission at STRTGY, an Italian company that works internationally to mobilize teams around nimble, adaptable management structures and systems suited to today's fluid marketplace. What's required to effectively implement OKRs – including leadership buy-in and carefully defined and clearly communicated objectives. The things that founders have and their employees want – authority, agency and autonomy.  The power of real numbers and ongoing iterations to measure and optimize OKR roll outs. And finally… We get the scoop on Antonio's unique 12-week program for successful OKR adoption – from developing strategy to energizing teams to establishing a culture that embraces robust feedback to optimize procedures over time. Show Notes [00:02:32] Antonio explains STRTGY's core mission, which includes mobilizing teams and making older management structures more nimble and adaptable. [00:03:37] STRGY's ultimate goals revolve around three pillars – People, Processes, Products and Profits – designed to give companies a radically different model that is continuous, effective, structured, collaborative – and fun! [00:04:00] About how Antonio became the OKR expert he is today, including his boutique Italian innovation work untangling corporate structures whose systems were demotivating, ineffective, rigid with strategy profoundly disconnected from execution. [00:05:59] Antonio developed his unique approach to OKR adoption by combining his expertise as a workshop moderator with constantly evolving tools to improve the process. [00:06:36] Defining OKRs: Critical decisions about how to optimize resources (including teams) to win strategic challenges by iterating on an ongoing basis. [00:08:10] Why it's about more than just the numbers: Far more than end goals, which are fleeting, it's progress that keeps teams energized, bonded and committed. [00:10:12] About managing by numbers rather than expectations: Antonio too often sees managers issue ill-defined expectations, which leads to micromanagement and other counterproductive leadership behaviors. The alternative? Managing well-defined, transparent goals with real-time numbers and autonomous, proactive teams.  [00:12:08] Antonio focuses his clients on outcomes, not the path to getting there. [00:12:48] About “Make Progress with OKRs,” Antonio's new book influenced by recent research and analysis around productivity across industry sectors as well as problem-solving, autonomy and communication styles.  [00:14:30] The basic principles that support productivity, team work and non-judgmental, self-reinforcing reporting systems throughout a product's life cycle. [00:16:03] About what it is that founders have that everyone wants: Decision-making authority, autonomy and discernable rewards along the way. Do models that incorporate these elements remove roadblocks and inspire self-determination and accountability? [00:18:41] Antonio highlights processes and systems that support effective OKRs and shares his take on continuously updated SOPs, flexible structures, emotional alignment around goals and mechanisms for measuring for quality. [00:22:02] Jenny and Antonio reflect on misconceptions about autonomy versus procedure. Mindshare and structures = freedom up and down the enterprise.  [00:24:02] About Antonio's new book and its program for launching a successful OKR cycle in 90 days: Part I provides an overview of what OKRs are and why they're important. Part II is a 12-week program broken into three phases: 1. Working step-by-step to identify and align management around key objectives, culminating in a big, all-in meeting to share the methodology. 2. After securing buy-in, deploy bottom-up and sideways support from teams around key objectives and measures. 3. Deployment! The goals require discipline, good habits and prioritization of three important dynamics: A sense of progress, forward movement. Regular check-ins to slow activity, help identify roadblocks and avert constant hyper-reactivity. A culture in which feedback is ongoing and non-threatening to keep everyone positive and learning together. [00:30:23] Antonio recalls two of the transformational projects of which he is most proud, including the tools he and his team were able to deploy across cultures and sectors. [00:32:02] The Big Idea: What one thing would Antonio most like to advise as a thought leader in the OKR space? Invest the time and resources to ensure your strategy is crystal clear. Poorly written objectives disenfranchise contributors and generally result in poor execution. [00:36:50] Quick Fire Questions for Antonio: What is Antonio's Dream with a Deadline? To develop and evangelize the most pragmatic OKR program of any company in Europe. What does he most appreciate about his team? Their velocity with constant product development and the continuous improvement process they embrace. What's an example of a STRTGY execution that proved challenging? Starting from scratch with SEO optimization to differentiate from competitors; building a growth loop, community and human face in the midst of pandemic.  Any advice for those who have tried (and perhaps fallen short on) OKRs? Keep going! Nobody gets it right the first time. Ensure that there's commitment at the top levels and clarity among those executing at the lower levels. Communicate! When will Antonio's book be available? He's in the midst of a crowdfunding campaign and his first edition (in Italian) will be available on Amazon and elsewhere this fall. Relevant links: "Measure What Matters," by John Doerr. "The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work," by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer. Andy Grove's book introducing the idea of growth at the periphery: "Only the Paranoid Survive: Lessons from the CEO of Intel Corporation." “Make Progress con gli OKR” (Make Progress with OKRs) is now available. About Our Guest:Antonio support big clients, PMIs and start-ups as a Design Leader driving innovation through “Design Thinking” and “Human Centered Design” processes to solve complex problems with a data-driven and creative problem-solving approach. He works in many fields including branding, service design, UX, digital products, portals and e-commerce platforms.Follow Our Guest:Website | LinkedInFollow Dreams With Deadlines:Host | Company Website | Blog | Instagram | Twitter

Episode Guest: Dr. Teresa Amabile, Baker Foundation Professor at Harvard Business School, and a researcher, teacher, and authorEpisode Description: Even if you are healthy and financially secure, you may struggle with the first months or years of retirement because of identity loss. How can you explore important aspects of your identity before fully retiring to achieve a confident sense of self, post-retirement?In this episode, you'll discover:What creativity is, and what it isn'tHow thinking expansively about creativity, and injecting creativity into your work life and personal life, can enhance pre-retirement and post-retirement life satisfactionThe four developmental tasks of the retirement transition and the different ways people move through themHow aspects of your life structure can shift in surprising ways, post-retirement, and how you can better prepare for those shiftsAbout Dr. Teresa Amabile:Teresa Amabile has researched and written about creativity for over 40 years. Beginning with a series of papers in the 1970s and 1980s, she was instrumental in establishing the social psychology of creativity - the study of how the social environment can influence creative behavior, primarily by influencing the motivational state. Teresa's research has examined individual creativity and productivity, team creativity, and organizational innovation. This research program has yielded a comprehensive theory of creativity and innovation; methods for assessing creativity, motivation, and the work environment; and a set of prescriptions for maintaining and stimulating individual creativity and organizational innovation.  Her more recent research investigated how everyday life inside organizations can influence people and their performance by affecting inner work life, the confluence of motivation, emotion, and perceptions. She is currently studying retirement and post-employment life, including the impact of creative activities on attitudes toward aging and experiences in later life.Teresa's scholarly work has appeared in a variety of psychology, and organizational behavior journals, as well as her 2011 book (with Steven Kramer), The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work. She has presented her work to audiences in various settings, including Pixar, Genentech, TEDx Atlanta, Apple, and The World Economic Forum in Davos.  In 2018, Teresa received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Organizational Behavior Division of the Academy of Management, the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Israel Organizational Behavior Conference, and the Distinguished Scholar Award from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology. In 2011 and 2013, she was named to the global Thinkers50 list.  Teresa holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Canisius College and a Ph.D. in psychology from Stanford University.Get in touch with Teresa:Teresa's website: http://progressprinciple.com/ Teresa's book: The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work https://amzn.to/3KI0KFw Listen to Teresa's TEDxAtlanta Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD6N8bsjOEE Grab our free guide, 10 Key Issues to Consider as You Explore Your Retirement Transition, at https://10keyretirementissues.com/ 

Dr. David Rock shares strategies to help both employees and employers come out of the Great Resignation feeling more satisfied. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why so many professionals are now quitting 2) The small shifts that drastically improve satisfaction and productivity 3) The telltale signs it's time to quit your job Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep720 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DAVID — Dr. David Rock coined the term neuroleadership, and is the Co-founder and CEO of the NeuroLeadership Institute (NLI). The Institute is a 23-year-old cognitive science consultancy that has advised over 50% of the Fortune 100. With operations in 24 countries, the institute brings neuroscientists and leadership experts together to make organizations better for humans through science. Dr. Rock has authored four successful books including Your Brain at Work, a business best-seller, and has written for and been quoted in hundreds of articles about leadership, organizational effectiveness, and the brain which can be found in Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, Inc., USA Today, BBC, The Boston Globe and more. Dr Rock is originally Australian, though based in the US since 2010. He holds a professional doctorate in the Neuroscience of Leadership from Middlesex University in the UK.• David's book: Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long • David's website: DavidRock.net • David's organization: NeuroLeadership.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Cubicle, Sweet Cubicle: The Best Ways to Make Office Spaces Not So Bad” by S. Alexander Haslam and Craig Knight • Book: The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer • Book: Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert • Book: A User's Guide to the Brain: Perception, Attention and the Four Theaters of the Brain by John Ratey — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Blinkist. Read or listen to summarized wisdom from thousands of nonfiction books! Free trial available at blinkist.com/awesome • University of California Irvine. Chart your course to career success at ce.uci.edu/learnnowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Small wins make you more productive, creative, committed, collegial, and focused. When you track the progress you've made, no matter how small, you gain confidence that builds on the momentum. With an incremental approach, you take daily actions that move you in the right direction, instead of take big leaps that are more likely to steer you off course. In episode 39 of The Incrementalist, you will learn:1) Progress comes from positive inner work life, which includes your perceptions, emotions and motivation levels.2)  Favorable perceptions about your work and colleagues, positive emotions like joy and excitement, and higher intrinsic motivation lead to better performance.  3) The most critical factor in shaping your inner work life is your sense of making progress in meaningful things. This is known as the progress principle.  4) Defining specific targets and clear goals is a catalyst for progress.5) As you set high and expansive goals, you need to also have milestones and mini-goals along the way to track your progress and to course-correct. 6) Focusing on your gains and progress is more effective than measuring how you fall short in comparison to external reference points. 7) Making mistakes and encountering obstacles are part of the learning process. By breaking big projects into smaller chunks, you give yourself more opportunities to make errors with lower stakes and fewer consequences. Read the transcript. Resources cited: Teresa Amabile & Steven Kramer, The Progress Principle  Dyan Williams, The Incrementalist: A Simple Productivity System to Create Big Results in Small Steps Dyan Williams, The Incrementalist podcast,  Ep. 36, How to Learn and Master Any Skill (part 1)  Music by:Sebastian Brian Mehr: Album – Olemus; Song – La Nieve (hearnow.com) Check out the book: The Incrementalist, A Simple Productivity System to Create Big Results in Small StepsEmail: dyan@dyanwilliams.comVisit website: www.dyanwilliams.comSubscribe to productivity e-newsletter

Clare and Steve explore endings. They reflect on the challenges coaches sometimes have with endings and how maybe that reflects the coach's own experience of endings in their life more broadly or reflects directly on their own needs as a coach. Our podcasters explore timings in sessions, knowing when to end and maybe when not to. They explore programmes of work and challenge the idea of long coaching relationships. They unpack experiences of not ending; of something that is left with the coach even after the client has long departed. Endings enable beginnings and are a crucial part of what we do as coaches, yet often endings are harder.The book for the Teresa Amabile reference is The Progress Principle https://www.amazon.co.uk/Progress-Principle-Ignite-Engagement-Creativity/dp/142219857X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=teresa+amabile&qid=1613574546&sr=8-1

Mo Bunnell breaks down the incredible insights shared by Dan Pink and talks about how to be truly successful in business development. You'll learn why big goals aren't motivating and what you need to do instead, the mindset you must have to consistently build valuable relationships, and why most people have the ability to be good at sales, they just don't realize it yet. B2B sales is essentially management consulting. Mo doesn't distinguish between sales calls and calls where he is working directly with a client. Both involve servant selling and coming from a place of providing value first. There isn't much of a difference because at all stages of a business relationship the focus is in figuring out their priorities, in their words, and how you can help. It's all about understanding what the next step should be and advancing the relationship in a way that's a win for everyone involved. The servant selling mindset is one of the reasons Mo's company has grown so much. When you take away the stress of being hired or not and just focus on being helpful using expertise, that's how we can be successful. No matter your profession or position, if you can shed the idea of only selling or fulfilling and instead embrace being helpful, that's when you will be your authentic self and will start advising people on what's right for them. Be targeted on how you spend your time and who you spend it with, be proactive and intentional, and be bold enough to ask for the next step if it makes sense for the person on the other side, while staying in the perspective of the servant seller. Most people are not extreme introverts or extroverts and often the ones who have a little bit of both personality types find success at selling. This means that most people have the potential to be great at management consulting and it doesn't require being a natural-born extrovert. Any complex skill is both learned and earned, and that includes business development. Anyone can learn the skill and there is always a new plateau to reach. Mo has had more advances in his business development expertise in the last few months of the Covid-19 pandemic than he's had in the last several years because it has forced him out of his comfort zone and to try new ways of approaching business. Business development can be learned, we all have it in us to get better at it, and no matter where you think you are on the introversion/extroversion spectrum you can use that to your advantage. The majority of us have everything we need to succeed, we just need to keep getting a little bit better every day. Dan Pink used to be oriented around setting Big Hairy Audacious Goals but now he's focused on small wins. The Progress Principle states that the people that are the most successful are the ones who focus on incremental progress. They also tend to be the happiest as well. Mo wasn't always good at celebrating his progress until he put systems in his life that allowed him to go back and see how far he has come. Celebrating your small wins leads to improved efficiency and a higher level of general satisfaction. Business development has one of the least amounts of quick feedback in all the areas and fields that Mo has studied. Most disciplines give you immediate feedback on your performance which motivates you to do more of the right things. The more you disconnect the action from the consequence, the more likely you are to not do the action anymore. That's why it's so important to create your own business development reward system to get that feedback. If you keep being intentional, keep being proactive, keep being helpful, then you've got a chance to grow your relationships and book of business. If you delay taking the next step until you close the feedback loop you will get distracted and lose your focus. Be HIP! (Helpful, Intentional, and Proactive) No more than a week should go by before you go back and look back on your progress. If you keep doing the things in your control, you will be successful.   Mentioned in this Episode: bdhabits.com The Progress Principle by Teresa Amabile

Kolla in vår vanekurs på Monkeymindset.se/Vanor I det här avsnittet går vi igenom: – Varför du behöver ta hand om ditt "fundament" för att må och prestera på topp. – Hur du kan använda "fokuseringsfrågan" för att komma fram till ditt stora mål. – Hur du kan skydda din tid och göra plats för det som är viktigt. – Hur du kan "designa" din omgivning så att den stöttar dina vanor. – Varför du behöver mäta dina framsteg varje dag. Ladda ner arbetsboken till det här avsnittet på Monkeymindset.se Vidare läsning Eat Move Sleep: How Small Choices Lead to Big Changes av Tom Rath The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results av Gary Keller och Jay Papasan On the Shortness of Life av Seneca Finding Flow: The Psychology of Engagement with Everyday Life av Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work av Teresa Amabile

Kolla in vår vanekurs på Monkeymindset.se/Vanor I det här avsnittet går vi igenom: – Varför du behöver ta hand om ditt "fundament" för att må och prestera på topp. – Hur du kan använda "fokuseringsfrågan" för att komma fram till ditt stora mål. – Hur du kan skydda din tid och göra plats för det som är viktigt. – Hur du kan "designa" din omgivning så att den stöttar dina vanor. – Varför du behöver mäta dina framsteg varje dag. Ladda ner arbetsboken till det här avsnittet på Monkeymindset.se Vidare läsning Eat Move Sleep: How Small Choices Lead to Big Changes av Tom Rath The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results av Gary Keller och Jay Papasan On the Shortness of Life av Seneca Finding Flow: The Psychology of Engagement with Everyday Life av Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work av Teresa Amabile

Kolla in vår vanekurs på www.monkeymindset.se/Vanor I det här avsnittet pratar vi om: – Vad "vinnareffekten" är och hur du kan använda den för att ge dig själv ett biologiskt övertag på dina framtida mål. – Vad "framgångsprincipen" är och varför den är kritisk att känna till om du vill skapa bestående motivation. – Hur du kan nå dina mål genom att planera in och "knocka" dagliga "tomatburkar". Ladda ner vår vanekalender genom att bli medlem på www.monkeymindset.se Vidare läsning The Winner Effect: The Science of Success and How to Use It av Ian Robertson The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work av Teresa Amabile

Kolla in vår vanekurs på www.monkeymindset.se/Vanor I det här avsnittet pratar vi om: – Vad "vinnareffekten" är och hur du kan använda den för att ge dig själv ett biologiskt övertag på dina framtida mål. – Vad "framgångsprincipen" är och varför den är kritisk att känna till om du vill skapa bestående motivation. – Hur du kan nå dina mål genom att planera in och "knocka" dagliga "tomatburkar". Ladda ner vår vanekalender genom att bli medlem på www.monkeymindset.se Vidare läsning The Winner Effect: The Science of Success and How to Use It av Ian Robertson The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work av Teresa Amabile