The OptimalWork Podcast

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the concept of optimal work and how intelligence plays a role in work. They explore the benefits of using an inventory in a mentoring program, and delve into the origins of the idea of work. The power of the Masterclass is emphasized, as it has been successful in transforming habits and even helping clients overcome panic attacks. The effectiveness of the online program OptimalWork is also discussed, including the value of one-on-one work and the benefits of working with teams and finding a group for personal growth.

#144: Do you think you have a bad memory? Do you think summer goes by too fast? It turns out, there’s one solution for both problems. In this rebroadcast, Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif discuss strategies that can both improve your memory and enrich your experiences, which can apply to making your summer more fruitful and making it seem longer. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com. 

#143: Working with a spirit of service lies at the core of working at your best. But the spirit of service has a doppelgänger: aiming to please people. This often arises from motives of fear (fear of conflict, etc.), whereas service is rooted in love. In this episode, we compare these two motivations, and discuss how to escape the trap of seeking to please others. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com. 

#142: Is it possible to sustain a high level of challenge throughout the day? At first, it may seem daunting. But embracing challenge brings growth and with it an increase in energy. The key is to embrace challenges in order to serve, so that challenges are not about improving yourself in isolation, but deepening the bonds with those around you. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com. 

#141: When focusing on self-improvement, it is natural to look first at your behaviors and strive for behavior change. In this episode, Dr. Majeres and Sharif explore what change on the inside looks like: how you relate to the inner friction produced by “parts” of you, like an inner critic or a harsh taskmaster. They show that behavior change is best built on a foundation of interior transformation. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com. 

#140: One of the consequences of living in threat mode is that you often feel overwhelmed. Your view of yourself and your situation becomes fixed, and you can lose your optimism. In this rebroadcast, Sharif and Dr. Kevin Majeres discussed how to regain a sense of possibility and freedom whenever you’re overwhelmed.

The podcast explores the concept of reframing challenges and the need for a robust worldview. It discusses expanding perspectives, respecting worldviews, and the power of reframing. Mentors play a vital role in helping others reframe their challenges and find deeper meaning in life. Reframing can transform anxiety into excitement and lead to personal growth and finding more meaning in life.

#138: There is increasing interest in dopamine, a molecule that is closely related to our experience of pleasure, reward, expectation, and motivation. It’s involved in negative processes, like overindulgence and addiction, but it can also be harnessed to set virtuous cycles in motion. Surprisingly, as Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif discuss, the dopamine molecule is involved in the very spiritual processes of living ideals and deepening bonds. Find more at ⁠⁠https://www.OptimalWork.com⁠⁠. 

Explore self-mastery and personal growth through the concept of the Golden Hour. Learn methods to enhance meaningful interactions and foster attentional bonds in meetings and conversations. Discover the power of aiming for the ideal and viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

#136: In this episode Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif discuss Steven Pressfield’s book “The War of Art.” Pressfield has developed a kind of mythology to describe the psychology of following one’s true calling. You know you’re on the right path if you encounter Resistance. But if you persevere and work through the Resistance your Muse will inspire you to do great things. In this episode, we compare Pressfield’s practical conclusions to the advice we give at OptimalWork. Find more at https://www.OptimalWork.com.