The BluePrint with Dr. Erik Korem

High Performance Consulting
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Nov 15, 2023 • 12min

#378. Post Workout Recovery: Supplements, Sauna, Massage, Ice Baths and More

The fitness hype machine is in overdrive with questionable claims about supplements and recovery modalities. How do you separate fact from fiction? In this episode, Dr. Erik Korem, a sports scientist and performance coach with over 15 years of experience with elite athletes, presents a summary of Dr. Susie Resiner's AIM7 blog. This blog provides research-backed facts on optimizing your post-workout recovery. Learn: The crucial macronutrient for muscle recovery and how much you need Which supplement actually improves performance and cuts muscle damage Why sleep trumps all recovery strategies (and how much you need) What the science says on cold water immersion and muscle growth Evidence that saunas relieve pain and boost heart health When to use recovery tools as “silver bullets” versus daily strategies How to Maximize Your Post Workout Recovery Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free and get your first month for $1 Use the code: BLUEPRINT at checkout   Quotable moments: "The most important thing you can do for exercise recovery is to sleep. It's your body's natural mechanism for adaptation." - Dr. Erik Korem "Generally speaking, if you want to reduce muscle damage post workout and improve faster recovery, improved strength, power output, all the wonderful things that creatine can do for you." - Dr. Erik Korem "I use these things as what I like to call silver bullets to help the athletes feel better and to help prepare them for peaking." - Dr. Erik Korem on recovery tools "This resource cuts through all the noise and gives the facts on how to use these things." - Dr. Erik Korem   ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 9min

#377. The 4 Pillars for Longevity with Dr. Jeffrey Gladden

Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, founder of Gladden Longevity, shares the 4 pillars of longevity, emphasizing the importance of mindset, training the nervous system, improving VO2Max, and flow states. He explains how these pillars work together to combat exponential decline. With 20 years of experience, Dr. Gladden provides insights on optimizing healthspan and lifespan through advanced diagnostics. Tune in to learn the keys to living young for a lifetime.
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Nov 10, 2023 • 10min

376. Breaking Free of Digital Distractions, Time Boxing, ADHD, & More with Nir Eyal

The battle against digital distractions is real. In this enlightening episode, we're joined by Nir Eyal, dubbed “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology” by The M.I.T. Technology Review. With a rich background in psychology, technology, and business, Nir sheds light on the techniques used by tech giants to create habit-forming products. He's the bestselling author of "Hooked" and "Indistractable," two books that delve deep into the world of digital habits. Dive in to discover: The interplay between building good habits and avoiding bad ones. How to make conscious decisions to pursue what truly matters. The real impact of ADHD diagnoses and digital distractions. The importance of time boxing and planning your day. Turning your values into time to combat distractions. Join us for a transformative conversation that will empower you to reclaim your time and attention in the digital age.   Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free for 7 Days & then it’s just $1 for your 1st month. Use the code: BLUEPRINT at checkout on our site   Purchase Indistractable Follow Nir on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, & Twitter My free schedule maker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/schedule-maker/ Timeboxing article: https://www.nirandfar.com/timeboxing/ Quotable moments: "Hooked and indistractable are not negations. They're compliments." - Nir Eyal "Pills don't teach skills." - Nir Eyal "You cannot call something a distraction unless you know what it distracted you from." - Nir Eyal "The life changing practice of simply planning your day is so under appreciated." - Nir Eyal ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 8, 2023 • 9min

#375. 5 Traits of a Hard Worker

What does it really mean to be a hard worker? In this revealing episode, Dr. Erik Korem breaks down the five key traits that comprise a strong work ethic. Drawing from his experience growing up in an entrepreneurial family, Erik explores how reliability, resilience, being resolute and resolved, and responsibility all interweave to form someone committed to excellence. You’ll learn: Why consistency and trustworthiness are cornerstones of reliability at work How resilience ensures you can bounce back from adversity and stay adaptable What being resolute means in terms of unwavering focus and strength of character How making firm decisions ties to being a resolved and committed worker Why taking ownership and accountability makes you a responsible teammate Erik shares how these traits create invaluable teammates who bring consistency, grit, clarity, and duty to their roles. He emphasizes how hard work stems from character, not simply motivation. Erik also discusses how leaders can instill strong work ethics in their teams. How to Maximize Your Post Workout Recovery Start AIM7 for Free & get your first month for just $1. Use the code: BLUEPRINT & checkout on our site Sign up for Erik’s weekly newsletter - Adaptation Learn how to Stop Exercise Burnout with my Free email course Quotable moments: "Being reliable means that others can count on you to complete a task, meet deadlines, uphold the standard." - Dr. Erik Korem "Resilience is about adaptability and endurance. A hard worker doesn't give up easily and can adapt to changes." - Dr. Erik Korem "Being resolute is about having an unwavering commitment to a task or a goal." - Dr. Erik Korem "Responsibility ties into accountability and ownership. A hard worker takes ownership of their tasks." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 10min

#374. Journaling: How it Unlocks Your Inner Wisdom & Problem Solving Abilities with Andy Ellwood

Slow down and unlock your insights. Executive coach Andy Ellwood explains how consistent journaling helps you process experiences and unearth inner wisdom. Andy Ellwood is always on the move, helping entrepreneurs solve big challenges. But he relies on daily journaling to ground him. Andy shares how putting pen to paper slows the mind, enables you to distill meaning from noise, and reveals your unique inner truths. Learn Andy’s tips for: Journaling first thing to capture fleeting thoughts Distilling chaotic days into thoughtful moments Writing as if advising your future self Asking probing questions to unearth hidden insights If you want to deepen self-awareness, improve decision-making, and unlock creative breakthroughs, don’t miss this motivating discussion! Andy’s journaling insights will help you mine the wisdom within and gain perspective. Learn how to Stop Exercise Burnout with my Free email course Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free Join Andy’s Curious Community at Makeroom.fm Connect with Andy on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram   Quotable moments: "I don't know what's happening in my head until I externalize the thought." - Andy Ellwood "The act of actually pen to paper slowing down...taking all of the inputs that I've received over the past day, past week...and actually metabolizing that knowledge into wisdom is what happens when I journal." - Andy Ellwood "The secrets that you need right now, you have, but they're buried underneath a lot of other stuff that you haven't slowed your mind down long enough to explore." - Andy Ellwood ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 3, 2023 • 16min

#373. Harnessing Creativity & Focus with Liv Boeree

The future of technology and game theory is here, and it's evolving rapidly. Dive deep with Liv Boeree, an astrophysicist turned poker champion, as she unravels the complexities of artificial intelligence, game theory, and catastrophic risk reduction. With a unique blend of expertise in both the scientific and poker worlds, Liv offers a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities of our tech-driven era.   In this episode, you’ll learn: How game theory intersects with modern technology challenges The potential risks posed by artificial intelligence Strategies to navigate the rapidly changing tech landscape The importance of collaboration in addressing tech risks Tips to harness creativity and maintain focus in a chaotic world The power of understanding and leveraging behavioral patterns How to stay adaptable and resilient in the face of uncertainty   Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free Listen to the Win-Win podcast with Liv Boeree Connect with Liv on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube Quotable moments: "I'm heavily in the direction of chaos, but what I'm doing is my calling." - Liv Boeree "Figure out who your mentors are. No one should have one singular mentor." - Liv Boeree "Sometimes if an idea is so intellectually stimulating, the focus will just happen naturally." - Liv Boeree "Kids need stimulation. That's how neuroplasticity is created." - Dr. Erik Korem ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 1, 2023 • 11min

#372. Why Nike’s Elite Shoe Designer Says Excellence Demands Loneliness with Andy Elwood

Pursuing excellence can feel lonely. I’ve felt it, and when I met Tinker Hatfield, the creator of the iconic Jordan shoes, he articulated something that has haunted me to this day - “If you want to be excellent, be prepared to be alone.” Pushing to reach your potential requires sacrifice. Executive coach and longtime friend Andy Ellwood reveals how to navigate key relationships with grace when your ambitions take you further. Learn from Andy how to: Have gratitude for people who join part of your journey Respectfully move forward when paths diverge Keep loose ties for future mutually beneficial bonds Modulate expectations of friends pursuing big goals Attract and cheer on others striving for excellence If you sometimes feel isolated on the road less traveled, this empathetic conversation offers wisdom. Andy’s insights will help you maintain bonds without compromising your vision. Discover how meaningful connections can ease the path to greatness.   Start AIM7 for Free Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation.   Join Andy’s Curious Community at Makeroom.fm Connect with Andy on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram Quotable moments: "Just because I'm choosing to continue going, doesn't mean that there's anything wrong with what they did." - Andy Ellwood "You never know when that person may come back into their path." - Andy Ellwood "Real recognizes real, that when you see somebody trying to do the hard thing, if you have done the hard thing, you're able to show some respect." - Andy Ellwood ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 5min

371. The "I Can" vs. the "I Will" Mindset

Learn why determination and commitment are key to achieving your biggest goals. Explore the difference between 'I can' and 'I will' mindset. Emphasize the importance of accepting reality and putting in the work. Discover the significance of persistence and commitment. Turn 'I can' into 'I will' and achieve your goals.
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Oct 27, 2023 • 22min

370. Become Indistractable: Regain Control Over Your Attention & Unlock a New Level of Productivity with Nir Eyal

Feel like your phone is ruining your life? Bestselling author Nir Eyal says you have far more power than you realize. In this myth-busting episode, Eyal draws on extensive research into human behavior and habit formation to reveal simple, science-backed tactics to take control of your attention and resist distraction. You’ll learn: Why you shouldn’t blame devices - you are in control of your focus How to master internal triggers like boredom instead of escaping them The root causes of distraction and how to manage them Why time management is really pain management How to reframe anxiety and discomfort into fuel for deep work The powerful 10-minute rule to create space when you feel an urge How to “surf the urge” and watch distracting sensations subside Why proclaiming yourself “indistractable” shapes your behavior How to use technology with intent rather than being driven by it Eyal provides an empowering perspective to help you stop feeling like a powerless victim of your devices. This conversation equips you with tactics optimized by psychology to take agency over your attention. Tune in now to learn how to focus on traction instead of distraction and do more of what truly matters. Purchase Indistractable Follow Nir on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, & Twitter Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free & get your first month for just $1. Use the code: BLUEPRINT & checkout on our site Quotable moments: “At the end of the day, behavior change is identity change." - Nir Eyal "Because remember, this is a super important point. All human behavior is spurred by a desire to escape discomfort. Everything you do, everything you do is about the desire to escape discomfort, which therefore means that time management is pain management." - Nir Eyal ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Oct 25, 2023 • 15min

#369. Mind, Body, Breathe Connection for Better Sleep, Stress Regulation, & Performance with Patrick McKeown

Upgrade your mind and body through the power of breath. Patrick McKeown, an international breathing expert and bestselling author, reveals the profound connection between breath, sleep, and mental performance.   Discover: How poor sleep wrecks focus, mood, and breathing patterns Breathing techniques to calm your nervous system and lower stress The science linking breathwork to brain oxygenation and excitability Why breathing through your nose is essential for coordinating movement How to “breathe like a sniper” to perform under pressure Why yoga and breathing radically shifted in the 1800s Simple habits to upgrade your potential at any age   Patrick McKeown has trained elite military units, athletes, and anxious minds in therapeutic breathwork for over 20 years. He’s here to unpack the latest science on using conscious breathing to reduce stress, improve sleep, and reach your peak mentally and physically. Expect concrete tactics to harness one of your most powerful (and neglected) performance tools.   Tune in now to learn how small changes in your breathing can create big changes in your life.   Oxygen Advantage Download the free Oxygen Advantage App Learn how to Stop Exercise Burnout with my Free email course Get my weekly newsletter - Adaptation. Start AIM7 for Free Quotable moments: "When your sleep is off, your mind is off, but when your mind is off, it can impact your breathing because you're less likely to cope with difficult situations." - Patrick McKeown "If you have dysfunctional breathing, you're more likely to gas out. From a biomechanical point of view, if you have dysfunctional breathing, you're more likely to get injured and have lower back pain." - Patrick McKeown "Breathing and movement go together. So if the breathing is dysfunctional, movement is dysfunctional." - Patrick McKeown ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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