MetaLearn Podcast

Tiago Forte helps people and companies improve their productivity and prepare for the future of work using design thinking and technology. He does this through his consultancy and training firm Forte Labs, and as editor of Praxis, a members-only online publication on the future of productivity. He has also produced a series of highly successful online courses on productivity and has written a book on the future of work. In this conversation we get into: - The fundamental pillars of a great note taking system - How design thinking can be used to improve your productivity - The actions you can take to prepare yourself for the future of work So whether you’re looking to finally get organised in 2018 or want to future proof your career, this episode will give you plenty of awesome insights that you can apply right away. 

Today’s episode is a special one for several reasons.  First, it’s episode 100 of the podcast! This is a big milestone so thank you for supporting the show and I’m looking forward to taking things forward in the weeks and months to come.    Second, it’s the first day of 2018 – so Happy New Year and all the best to you and yours for the year ahead. And third, this episode is my review of 2017, so in it I’ll discuss 5 key lessons I’ve learned in the year gone by. I’ll take story from my own experience that demonstrates each lesson and then try and draw some generalisable advice that you can apply to your learning and life.  In this episode I discuss:  - The 3 qualities of all exceptional learners I’ve discovered from my interviews - How to identify great teachers and filter through the average ones - The importance of accountability and how to set up systems that create it  So whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill in 2018, want to find a great teacher or are just curious about what I’ve learned in the year gone by, this episode has you covered.

Nat Eliason, founder of Growth Machine, teaches how to self-teach with the sandbox method, manage self-experiments, and shares career lessons from building a blog and business. They also discuss misconceptions of career advice, differentiating good and bad content, and unconventional beliefs.

Ali Almossawi is an author of books on critical thinking and computer science and a data visualizer at Apple. In this conversation we discuss: - How to use algorithms to think smarter and make better decisions - How to improve your critical thinking skills in a world full of noise - How to make sense of the data deluge of the 21st century So if you want to see the world like a computer scientist or level up your critical thinking skills, this episode has you covered.

Choosing what to learn is no easy task. This episode discusses the differences between passion and professional projects, a framework for identifying the next skill to learn, and the three essential skills for the 21st century.

Cecily Sommers is a futurist and author who speaks, writes, and consults on the forces shaping our future. In this conversation we discuss: - The universal principles behind mastering any skill or field of knowledge - The 4 Forces shaping the 21st Century and what to do about them - The mental models and habits needed to think like a futurist So if you want to learn more about the mindsets and skillsets needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world, this episode has you covered.

Stephen Kosslyn is world-renowned cognitive scientist and the Founding Dean of Minerva, an innovative new university. In this conversation we discuss: - How Minerva applies the science of learning to its curriculum and pedagogy - The major misconceptions about the Minerva project and its key innovations - The importance of community in any learning program Whether you’re interested in the application of learning science or curious about the latest innovations in education this episode has you covered.

Seth Godin is one of the world’s best marketers, the author of 18 bestsellers and the founder of the altMBA. In this conversation we discuss: - What Seth has learned from building a successful online education program - Seth’s insights on creativity, including quitting projects and getting feedback - Seth’s advice on selling and marketing effectively Whether you’re looking for creative inspiration, insight into alternative education or the secrets to selling well, this episode has you covered.

Oli Barrett is an entrepreneur and speaker who makes valuable connections between people and ideas. In this conversation we discuss: - How to turn contacts into connections and build relationships that last - The best strategies for effective communication in different contexts - The best time management techniques for juggling multiple projects Whether you’re looking to build better, hone your speaking skills or manage your day better, this conversation will give you all that and more.

Kyle Pearce is the Founder of DIY Genius – a self-education platform that helps people learn faster online. In this episode we discuss: - How Kyle learns best and the skills needed to thrive in the 21st century - How to access the flow state that produces optimal performance - Kyle’s travel experiences and what he’s learned from other cultures So whether you’re looking to learn more effectively online, build a mobile business, or get into flow this episode will give you all you need and more.