Read to Lead Podcast

Celebrate 11 years of insightful books on sales, productivity, personal development, habits, leadership, motivation, and confidence. Learn from authors like Dan Pink, Greg McEwen, Hal Elrod, and more on valuable strategies for success and growth.

Former FBI negotiator Chip Massey and PR strategist Adele Gambardella share insights on negotiation tactics, crisis management, ethical persuasive techniques, and the neuroscience of emotions in business communication. They discuss mastering the art of negotiation, societal change through persuasion, and personal improvement strategies. The episode also features discussions with authors and promotional offers.

Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt, former Google Chief Innovation Evangelist, discusses qualities like openness, empathy, and radical optimism in shaping a positive future. Topics include reframing challenges, embracing failure with a growth mindset, developing empathy for future self, and utilizing unique superpowers to overcome challenges and create positive change.

In this engaging podcast, Scott H. Young, author of the bestseller Ultralearning, discusses effective learning strategies. Topics include the power of ultralearning, knowledge accessibility in different fields, learning from others for problem-solving, mastering skills with courage, and the impact of influential books on personal growth.

Author Harry Max discusses the importance of managing priorities as a distinct discipline. Topics include the D-GAP model for prioritization, team productivity using the Speedboat framework, setting North Star goals, and creating better plans in management.

Author and work expert Dan Miller discusses finding or creating work you love in '48 Days to the Work (and Life) You Love'. Topics include overcoming self-imposed limits, discovering your unique abilities, designing work around life, and special offers for listeners.

Learn how to manage priorities effectively and understand the traits of a servant leader in this insightful podcast. Discover the importance of differentiating urgent and important tasks, mastering productivity techniques, and utilizing productivity apps for focus. Dive into strategies like the Eisenhower Matrix, SMARTER framework, Pomodoro Technique, and time blocking to enhance productivity and achieve long-term goals.

Kelly Palmer, co-author of 'The Expertise Economy', discusses the importance of continuous learning for companies to stay competitive. They explore shifting to a skills-first paradigm, navigating career paths, and the future of learning with DeGreed. Strategies for business success and career change are highlighted, emphasizing the power of continuous learning.

Jeremy Utley discusses the importance of ideaflow in fostering innovation. He emphasizes the need to generate multiple solutions, debunking the idea of a few ideas being enough. Utley explores strategies for breakthrough thinking and personal knowledge management through daily blogging.

Author Jordan Raynor discusses 7 Biblical principles for purposeful living and productivity, emphasizing personal knowledge management and Jesus-inspired time management. He also explores setting ambitious goals and the benefits of embracing productive rest.