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Stanford professor and CEO, David Dodson, discusses the importance of building a strong team, giving performance feedback, impactful books, effective practices for management, and making better decisions. He shares insights from successful leaders like Sam Walton and Steve Jobs, and recommends books on strategy and irrationality.

Eduardo Briceño, author of a book on mindset, discusses the importance of learning while doing and embracing mistakes for growth. He explores the reasons people hesitate to learn and emphasizes the need for a growth mindset. Briceño shares his experiences as a leader, the challenges of differentiating between learning and performing, and the power of mindset in taking action. He recommends his book as a guide and invites listeners to join a book club discussion.

Matt Abrahams, author of a book on impromptu speaking, discusses techniques for dealing with anxiety in spontaneous speaking situations, the benefits of structuring speeches, the importance of breath control in public speaking, and effective personal knowledge management and memory techniques.

In this episode, guest Dan Rockwell discusses the inner journey of leadership. He explores the importance of self-awareness, the distinction between talent and strengths, and seeking feedback to combat distorted assumptions. They also dive into the impact of influential books, the joy of missing out, and the upcoming release of Dan Rockwell's new book on leadership.

Jason Del Rey, author and expert on Amazon and Walmart, discusses the battle between these retail giants. Topics include their expansions, leadership differences, the acquisition of Jet.com by Walmart, the future of Amazon under new leadership, the effects of competition on consumer convenience, and personal knowledge management.

Author Hal Hershfield discusses the importance of caring for our future selves and making sacrifices now for an easier future. Topics include introducing children to music and movies, understanding our future selves, temptation bundling, finding balance, book recommendations, note taking tips, and helpful apps.

This podcast episode explores the importance of continuous learning and the development of leadership skills, overcoming imposter syndrome and the 'lucky curse', the significance of integrity in the workplace, going all in on learning and taking chances, and book recommendations and upcoming episodes.

Michael Bungay Stanier, author of the best coaching book of the century, discusses his latest book on working with almost anyone. Topics include maintaining keystone conversations, identifying fulfilling activities, understanding work habits, conducting keystone conversations, and personal knowledge management.

Dan Miller, New York Times bestselling author, discusses the importance of making your future bigger than your past, exercising creative skills for joy, the power of gratitude in relationships, embracing challenging situations, balancing 'doing' with 'being', discovering and embracing your authentic calling.

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