How to Be Awesome at Your Job

986: The New Rules for Achieving in the Modern World with Asheesh Advani

Aug 12, 2024

Asheesh Advani, CEO of Junior Achievement Worldwide and a seasoned entrepreneur, challenges traditional notions of achievement in the modern workforce. He emphasizes the importance of networking across generations and adapting skills for today's job market. Advani also discusses the transformative power of reflection and job shadowing for growth. He advocates for prioritizing value in communication, ambitious goal-setting, and the impact of positive reinforcement in mentoring the next generation. His insights provide a fresh perspective on leadership and career development.

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Asheesh Advani

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Quick takeaways

The traditional model of achievement must evolve to focus on the journey rather than just the end goals, adapting to rapid career changes.

Building relationships across generations enhances career development by providing diverse insights and fostering rich learning opportunities.

Deep dives

The Need for Continuous Learning

Over 40% of skills may need to be relearned or re-skilled every five years due to the rapid changes driven by AI and other factors. This statistic highlights the necessity for individuals to continuously reinvent themselves throughout their careers. Emphasizing a mindset of curiosity and a willingness to learn new things is crucial to adapting to the evolving job landscape. Therefore, pursuing jobs that encourage self-development is essential for long-term success.

Mindful Spending Shapes Financial Success

01:13

Prioritize Growth Over Presence

01:07

Intro

3min

Redefining Achievement in Modern Careers

15min

The Power of Reflection and Job Shadowing

12min

Focusing on Value Over Ego in Communication

3min

The Power of Nature and Big Thinking

2min

Empowering the Next Generation Through Positive Reinforcement

3min

Asheesh Advani discusses why the old rules of leadership no longer apply—and what to do differently today.

— YOU’LL LEARN —

1) Why our idea of achievement needs a rework

2) Why to befriend both older and younger people

3) An under-utilized tactic for dramatically accelerating your career learning

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— ABOUT ASHEESH —

Asheesh Advani is the CEO of JA (Junior Achievement) Worldwide, one of the largest NGOs in the world dedicated to preparing youth for employment and entrepreneurship. During his leadership tenure, JA Worldwide has been selected annually as one of the top 10 social good organizations in the world and been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Advani is also an accomplished entrepreneur, having led two venture-backed businesses from start-up to acquisition. He is an in-demand speaker and regular contributor at major conferences, having served as a panelist or moderator at the World Economic Forum, the United Nations, the Young Presidents Organization, and Fortune 500 corporate gatherings.

• Book: Modern Achievement: A New Approach to Timeless Lessons for Aspiring Leaders

• Book site: ModernAchievement.com

• Website: JAWorldwide.org

— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

• Book: Triggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts--Becoming the Person You Want to Be by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter

• Book: The Magic of Thinking Big by Schwartz David

• Article: “Let’s ‘Double-Click’ on the Latest Cringeworthy Corporate Buzzword” by Te-Ping Chen and Nicholas G. Miller

• Past episode: 317: How to Form Habits the Smart Way with BJ Fogg, PhD

— THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

• Jenni Kayne. Use the code AWESOME15 to get 15% off your order!

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