

Read to Lead Podcast
Jeff Brown
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Feb 27, 2024 • 37min
516: Take Your Career From Accidental to Intentional with Scott Jeffrey Miller
Explore intentional career planning strategies, values alignment, and adaptability with Scott Miller. Learn about backcasting in career planning, balancing being a generalist and specialist, and the concept of Radical Candor for honest communication. Discover techniques for effective learning and knowledge retention to enhance personal and professional growth.

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Feb 20, 2024 • 23min
515: The Top 5 Traits of a Servant Leader
Explore the top 5 traits of a servant leader including empathy, healing, awareness, and persuasion. Learn how servant leaders prioritize listening, vulnerability, and collective achievement to create a supportive and inclusive environment.

Feb 13, 2024 • 41min
514: How to Fix the Always-On Culture of Business with Malissa Clark
Malissa Clark, author of 'Never Not Working: Why the Always-On Culture', discusses the negative consequences of workaholism, the benefits of a four-day work week, impactful books for work-life balance, personal knowledge management practices, and the power of physical rearrangement in this entertaining podcast.

Feb 6, 2024 • 37min
513: How to Do More of What Matters to You with Ali Abdaal
Ali Abdaal, the world's most-followed productivity expert, discusses his unique approach to productivity, overcoming procrastination and fear, the power of influential books, and transitioning from a medical career to entrepreneurship.

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Jan 30, 2024 • 45min
512: How Smart Leaders Make the Right Things Easier and the Wrong Things Harder with Huggy Rao
Huggy Rao, author of The Friction Project, discusses how smart leaders can make the right things easier and the wrong things harder. They explore the concept of friction and its impact on decision-making and behavior in organizations. The podcast also touches on selecting one's best self for work and home, the impact of books on life and career, managing personal knowledge, and making important decisions. The host wraps up the conversation by expressing gratitude and sharing links to the book and recommended resources.

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Jan 23, 2024 • 55min
511: The Brave Habit is Your Guide to Courageous Leadership with Todd Henry
Todd Henry, author of The Brave Habit, discusses the difference between courage and bravery and introduces the five-part ritual of the Brave Habit. He shares personal experiences of overcoming teenage hospitalization and emphasizes the importance of cultivating agency and taking action. The podcast also explores the different forms of brave choices, the importance of moments and personal knowledge management, and the concept of failing your way to growth.

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Jan 16, 2024 • 14min
510: Answer These 5 Questions to Build Your Legacy
In this podcast, the host discusses the concept of legacy and provides five questions to help listeners build their own. They emphasize reflecting on influence, visualizing the future, defining success, core values, and starting to build a legacy. The podcast also covers researching, reflecting, and incorporating admirable traits, as well as charting your own legacy through self-reflection and exploration.

Jan 9, 2024 • 25min
509: The Impact of Dan Miller On Our Lives Continues
Dan Miller, a friend to many, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The podcast reflects on his impact, sharing stories of encouragement, gratitude, and inspiration. Listeners express admiration for his guidance and teachings, highlighting the profound effect he's had on their lives. This episode promotes a website honoring him and encourages reflection on life.

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Jan 2, 2024 • 19min
508: The 9 Books I’m Most Looking Forward To In 2024
The podcast highlights nine books to look forward to in 2024, including 'Feel Good Productivity' by Ali Abdul and 'Fluke, Chance, Chaos' by Brian Class. It also discusses upcoming books on well-being and communication, challenging productivity, and sustainable approaches to work. Get ready for a new year of exciting book releases!

Dec 26, 2023 • 49min
507: Creating a More Human Future in the Era of AI with Brian Evergreen
In this podcast, AI expert Brian Evergreen explores creating a more human future in the era of AI. He discusses the role of AI in delivering critical medication, debunking myths and addressing concerns about job security. They also explore reason-driven decision-making, strategies for managing personal knowledge, and recommend books 'Autonomous Transformation' and 'Illuminate'.