The Habit Mechanic - Unlock your Human-AI Edge

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.We're witnessing a significant acceleration in AI development with major implications for the workforce. This week has brought striking revelations about AI's rapid advancement, from government warnings to corporate restructuring announcements and insights from AI pioneers.• UK government minister warning that workers must incorporate AI into workflows or risk being left behind• Amazon announcing they will replace human roles with AI, affecting their 1.5 million US employees• Mark Zuckerberg offering $100 million sign-on fees to build a team of 50 elite developers for general-purpose AI• Geoffrey Hinton, "godfather of AI," explaining why AI differs from previous technologies in its job displacement potential• Real-world example of a developer completing in 3 days what would have previously taken 3 weeks or months using AI tools• Recognition that AI adoption is not a fad but a fundamental shift backed by enormous investment• The importance of developing "brain state intelligence" to work effectively with AI technologies

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉📘 Get your FREE copy of 'Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution' here👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.Podcast Description:Dr. Jon Finn delves into step three of the Success Cycle from his bestselling book "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution", focusing on daily optimization with the Day Designer and creating a powerful Willpower Story.• Understanding how to match tasks to your brain's natural energy patterns throughout the day• Categorizing work into "Ice Sculptures" (requiring premium thinking) and "Ice Cubes" (routine tasks)• Creating a Willpower Story to map your high-charge and medium-charge states• Using strengths and willpower boosters to maintain optimal brain states when needed• Implementing the SWAP technique (Self-Watch, Aim, Plan) to transform challenging parts of your day• Strategic integration of AI tools during different energy states• Starting small with simple changes before building a comprehensive system• Working with your brain's natural rhythms instead of fighting against them• Understanding that most people can only do 4-5 hours of premium thinking work daily• Learning how successful planning transforms energy into optimized statesFor additional resources and templates for your Willpower Story, visit tougherminds.co.uk/train-your-brain

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.Podcast Description:The AI sector in the UK is projected to grow to £800 billion by 2035, representing one-third of the economy and growing 30 times faster than other sectors. This rapid growth signals fundamental changes in how we work and live, requiring new approaches to human performance through Brain State Intelligence.• UK government announcing major AI investments during London Tech Week• AI sector projected to exceed £800 billion by 2035, about one-third of UK economy• Growing evidence that businesses are replacing medium-charge human work with AI• Future value will come from consistently accessing high-charge brain states• Human+AI plateaus in performance while Brain State Intelligence+AI creates a J-curve effect• Success Cycle approach works for both work projects and personal improvement goals• Brain State Intelligence improves sleep, confidence, focus and leadership abilities• Organizations will soon seek human-AI performance psychology coaches• Free 60-minute training program "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" available nowRemember you're only ever one Brain State habit away.

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.Brain State intelligence is the key to unlocking opportunities in the AI revolution which data shows we're now experiencing. Understanding this concept is crucial as businesses like IBM replace human workers with AI systems that can complete complex cognitive tasks faster and more cheaply.• Our brains operate like batteries with three charge states: recharge (sleeping/recovery), medium charge (routine cognitive tasks), and high charge (complex mental work)• AI is now replacing medium-charge work across industries, which explains the 67% decline in graduate recruitment since 2019• To remain irreplaceable, we must consistently access our high-charge brain states where we do work AI cannot replicate• High-performing professionals who use AI effectively can increase their high-impact work from 4-5 hours to 7+ hours daily• The future belongs to those who can build their own human-AI team by understanding which tasks to delegate and which require human intelligence• Accessing high-charge brain states regularly leads to greater happiness, health and sense of progress

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...⚡️Learn more about the AI Era Leadership Accelerator here.The AI revolution is already disrupting jobs across multiple industries, with technology that seemed like science fiction just months ago now becoming reality. Professor Stuart Russell's BBC Reith Lectures from 2021 offer a measured, academic perspective on AI's impact that predicted many developments we're now witnessing without hyperbole.• IBM recently laid off 8,000 HR staff as AI takes over cognitive tasks• UK graduate recruitment down 67%* as companies can use AI for entry-level tasks (*scroll down for a clarification on this stat)• AI is affecting cognitive jobs now but will soon impact physical trades too• Agricultural technology from companies like John Deere demonstrates how AI is transforming traditional physical work• Three roles will likely survive: innovators solving complex problems, automators building AI systems, and human-AI performance psychology coaches• The last defendable human skills will be helping other humans optimize their brain states• High-charge brain states enable complex thinking that AI cannot yet replicateWe now have our AI Era Leadership Accelerator, where we support people to become AI era leaders who are future-proofed and in-demand experts. Check out the link beneath this podcast for more information about our monthly challenge programme, or contact us through our website.*Graduate job listings in the UK have fallen by 67% since 2019, with AI playing a major role in that decline. While economic pressures and hiring slowdowns have contributed, experts estimate that 30–50% of the drop is directly linked to AI and automation reshaping entry-level roles — especially in sectors like finance, law, consulting, tech, and media. As routine graduate tasks are absorbed by AI, employers are hiring fewer juniors.

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...⚡️Learn more about the AI Era Leadership Accelerator here.In this episode Dr. Jon Finn introduces the new AI Era Leadership Accelerator program designed to help professionals become irreplaceable in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. The monthly program teaches participants how to create and lead high-performing human-AI teams through understanding brain science, developing brain state intelligence, and implementing practical leadership strategies.• Monthly structured training, bonus content, masterclasses, and forum support• Access to 25 years of premium content now available at an accessible price point• Program participants reporting significant career advancements including $70,000 pay rises• Understanding brain operating principles as the foundation for effective leadership• Brain's priority for energy conservation explains procrastination and resistance to change• Developing "Brain State Intelligence" as the Six Sigma of the AI era• Gamified learning approach makes implementation easier and more engagingCheck out the link beneath this podcast to join the AI Era Leadership Accelerator and position yourself as an in-demand expert in the AI revolution.

Discover the power of human-AI teams, where AI acts as a supportive ally rather than a replacement. Explore insights from elite sports on team dynamics that enhance collaboration and efficiency. Learn how brain state management can unlock productivity by allowing humans to shift focus from mundane tasks to more fulfilling work. Uncover the pitfalls of poor human-AI collaboration and why transforming team dynamics is crucial for success in the AI era. Plus, get practical tips on identifying your AI team members!

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉 Get your free copy of Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution hereEpisode DescriptionMost leaders want to change. Few do.In this short walking episode, Dr. Jon Finn reveals why lasting change requires more than motivation — it demands the right Brain State.You’ll learn:Why “behavior” isn’t just what you do — but what you thinkWhy up to 100% of your actions are automatic (and how that traps you)How to break the willpower cycle and access your high-charge brain stateAnd how AI tools can help you reduce cognitive overload and focus your energy where it matters most🎧 Listen now and start thinking better, leading smarter — and finally making change stick.

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉📘 Get your FREE copy of 'Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution' hereDr. Jon Finn introduces Step 2 of the Success Cycle—Planning with the Task Director—which helps connect daily Brain State optimization with meaningful long-term goals through a structured approach.• Creating a FAM story (Future, Ambitious, Meaningful story) acts as a personal lighthouse guiding brain energy• The power of connecting daily brain states to your 10-year vision through a structured approach• Building motivation through tracking progress, managing stress, and creating self-fulfilling prophecies• Identifying and strengthening six foundational areas: sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, confidence, and focus• Mastering "Super Habits" like the 3-to-1 reflection that enhance multiple areas simultaneously• Categorizing tasks as "ice cubes" (routine tasks for medium-charge states) or "ice sculptures" (complex tasks for high-charge states)• Prioritizing tasks for the next 30 days to strategically allocate optimal brain states• Maintaining the system through weekly reviews, a task inbox, and regular time estimate adjustmentsIf you're interested in becoming one of the world's first Human AI Performance Psychology Coaches, we currently have a few places available. Get in touch via our website for more details.

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉📘 Get your FREE copy of 'Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution' hereDr. Jon Finn discusses the significant impact of AI on jobs and the importance of developing Elite Human Cognitive Performance skills to thrive in the AI era. Based on emerging data and the World Economic Forum report, the reality is that AI will affect more jobs than initially projected, with millions already displaced as companies silently replace human workers with AI technology.• Brain state intelligence has become a critical skill in the AI era• Most people are struggling with poor cognitive performance, signaled by brain fog, fatigue, and feeling overwhelmed• Traditional coaching methods are failing to help people adapt to AI challenges• Human AI Performance Psychology is a new approach created specifically for the AI era• After a successful pilot, Dr. Finn announces training for certified Human AI Performance Psychology coaches• This certification offers multiple career opportunities: becoming an AI leader, creating an AI-era business, or securing AI-resistant positions• Understanding brain states can help people capitalize on AI technology rather than be threatened by itIf you're interested in becoming a Certified Human AI Performance Psychology Coach, contact us for more details about the three available training positions.