The ONE Thing

Discover the art of meaningful gift-giving with John Ruhlin, who shares tips on picking scalable gifts. Learn about building relationships through thoughtful gestures and the importance of personalization. Explore the impact of genuine gifts in strengthening connections and creating lasting impressions.

Guest Jamie Kern Lima, co-founder of IT Cosmetics, discusses self-worth vs. self-confidence, emphasizing internal work for fulfillment. She shares insights from her book 'Worthy' and highlights the importance of believing in one's worthiness to achieve goals and overcome doubt.

Brian Klaas, a political scientist and author, explores the impact of chance and chaos in our lives. With anecdotes and insights, he challenges our perception of control and highlights the hidden threads of randomness. Embracing adaptability becomes crucial in a constantly changing world. By experimenting and staying open to chance encounters, we enhance resilience and unlock new opportunities. Klaas emphasizes the importance of every action and the interconnectedness of moments, encouraging us to live with the knowledge that everything we do matters.

Learn about the challenges of sticking to New Year's resolutions and get tips on forming a relationship with your goals. Stay accountable and connected to your goals by constantly checking and adjusting your plan. Embrace the fear of chaos in achieving goals and develop a comfort level with it. Discuss the trade-off between influence and focus, and prioritize health habits. Understand the power of accountability and how to measure actions and outcomes. Dedicate 30 minutes each week to reflect, plan, and achieve your goals.

Michael Bungay Stanier, author of 'The Coaching Habit' and 'How to Work with Almost Anyone,' shares insights on building successful workplace relationships, forging lasting connections with colleagues and clients, and the importance of self-awareness and effective communication. Discover the power of keystone conversations, maintaining relationships, and repairing conflicts. Learn to find opportunities and bring out the best in yourself. Tune in to unravel the art of building impactful work relationships.

Morgan Housel, distinguished partner at The Collaborative Fund and a New York Times best-selling author, discusses his book 'Same As Ever' that challenges the norm by focusing on what remains constant in business and life. Topics include the importance of timeless components in successful businesses and enduring human lessons, the impact of social media on communication and mental health, performing and sharing emotions during times of crisis, the significance of reserves in personal finance and conservative approaches, and exploring different approaches to book promotion.

Kat Cole, a dynamic president and COO, shares her inspiring journey from a waitress to leading major corporations. She introduces the 'hotshot rule' as a self-assessment tool for continuous improvement. Topics covered include seizing opportunities, learning to say 'no,' leadership skills, and the importance of mentors. The podcast emphasizes personal and professional growth through reflective questions and action.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Charles Duhigg talks about his book 'Super Communicators' and shares insights on initiating, navigating, and ending conversations. The podcast explores the transformative power of effective communication, the art of building authentic connections, mirroring in communication, non-linguistic cues, deep questioning, and becoming a super communicator.

10 life-changing lessons from 'The ONE Thing' book and community, including the 80/20 principle, debunking multitasking myths, achieving accountability and balance, and the importance of keeping things simple

Adam Hergenrother, successful entrepreneur and author, shares his journey of personal and professional transformation. He emphasizes the importance of spirituality and mindfulness in achieving fulfillment. Adam's key insights include 'failing forward,' aligning personal values with business objectives, and the significance of personal growth for business success.