In this engaging conversation, Dan Pink, a best-selling author and former chief speechwriter for Al Gore, discusses the idea that we often regret the risks we didn't take rather than the ones we did. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the 'why' to inspire others, as a sense of purpose can significantly enhance performance. Pink also advocates for taking breaks, revealing that even top professionals regularly do so to boost creativity. Tune in for insights on embracing communication risks and the power of authenticity!

Dan Pink, author of five New York Times bestsellers and former speechwriter for Al Gore, explores the transformative power of taking risks in communication and relationships. He emphasizes that people often regret missed opportunities rather than their actions. Pink discusses how leaders can inspire by focusing on the 'why' rather than the 'how,' highlighting that purpose drives performance. He encourages listeners to overcome fears of awkwardness in conversations, advocating for more direct and authentic communication.

"No regrets" might be a popular modern-day mantra, but it's virtually impossible to live your life without wishing you could do certain things over. Some people try to ignore these feelings; others wallow in them. But author Dan Pink, who recently conducted large U.S. and global surveys on this phenomenon, says the right approach is to instead carefully consider what we regret and why so that we can either reverse course or make better decisions in the future, as well as putting them behind us. Whether you're frustrated by bad career moves you've made, business ideas you didn't pursue, or relationships you've let falter, these regrets can be useful tools for personal growth. Pink's new book is “The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward.”

There’s one thing that almost all of us will regret. And we regret it more and more as we get older. In this episode with Dan Pink, author of NYT bestsellers Drive and When, we chat about regret, why you should have a bias for action and the world’s most regretful world-record holder. Oh, and you’ll learn why your gut instinct is statistically more likely to be wrong. Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6Dan’s book The Power of Regret: https://amzn.to/3btHAX9Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-listExclusive access to the next episode with Dan: https://bit.ly/3Qp3JFv

Today we welcome Dan Pink who is the New York Times bestselling author of When, Drive, A Whole New Mind, and To Sell is Human. Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 42 languages, and have sold millions of copies around the world. His articles and essays have also appeared in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, Slate, and other publications. His most recent book is called The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. In this episode, I talk to Dan Pink about regret. Dan collected regrets from over 15,000 people across different countries and sorted them into four major categories. He shares insights from his research and shows us how to reframe regret so we can live out the rest of our lives with more authenticity and purpose. We also touch on the topics of happiness, mortality, philosophy, post-traumatic growth, and personality.Website: www.danpink.comTwitter: @DanielPink Topics02:52 The universality of regret05:40 Demographic differences in regrets11:53 Free will and fatalism15:47 What could have beens19:13 Action vs inaction24:12 The four core regrets28:40 Regret done right36:04 Debunking “No regrets”37:59 We don’t talk enough about mortality41:20 Deathbed regrets42:38 Regret and gratefulness45:40 Treat yourself with kindness47:30 Shame, guilt, remorse 48:21 Do public figures experience more regret?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show notes: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/dan-pinkTo Sell is Human. That’s the title of one of Dan Pink’s books, and also the foundational concept for his recent Masterclass on persuasion. Dan is also the bestselling author of books like When, Drive, and A Whole New Mind, and we sat down with him to discuss how we’re all tasked with selling something in our day-to-day roles, and why collaboration is the key to being persuasive.We chat with Dan about creating meaningful connections in a Zoom-dominated workplace, and giving teams a sense of purpose given all that is going on in the world today. Dan also dives into the reasons that design literacy is critical for all business leaders who want to remain relevant.We hope you enjoy this mini-masterclass with Dan, and thanks for joining us as we kick off the sixth season of the show.

Being your own boss can be liberating, but it can also be paralyzing. Adam talks with author Dan Pink about the challenges of working for ourselves and visits a tomato paste company, Morning Star, that has run successfully for decades without bosses. This episode is brought to you by Bonobos, Accenture, JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Warby Parker.Find the transcript at: go.ted.com/worklifebosses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Pink, a multi-bestselling author known for books like "Drive" and "To Sell Is Human," shares valuable insights on the power of regret. He argues that rather than avoiding regret, we should embrace it as a catalyst for personal growth. The conversation delves into understanding regrets from actions taken versus those from inaction, revealing how they illuminate our values and drive us forward. Pink emphasizes that reflecting on regrets enhances decision-making, ultimately leading to a more meaningful life.

In this episode NYT-bestselling author Daniel Pink shares a science-based approach to the art of persuading, selling, and bagging yourself a raise. Plus you’ll learn how the Haka helps the All Blacks stay #1, the persuasive trick that convinced jurors OJ wasn’t guilty, and the pitch Ronald Regan used to win the election.  Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6Dan’s book To Sell Is Human: https://amzn.to/3d9qFtDDan’s book The Power of Regret: https://amzn.to/3btHAX9Listen to Nudge episode 74: https://bit.ly/3Q2EdpbSign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list

Dan Pink, a bestselling author known for his insights into business and human behavior, discusses the intricacies of motivation and why traditional reward systems often fail. He emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivators like autonomy, mastery, and purpose in enhancing creativity and productivity. Pink shares compelling evidence and stories that challenge outdated management practices. The conversation also highlights the evolving traits required for effective leadership in today’s dynamic workplace, pushing for a shift towards self-directed approaches.