How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Megan Hellerer, a career coach and former Google executive, shares her journey from a high-achieving but unfulfilled life to finding true meaning in her work. She discusses the importance of redefining success based on personal values and urges overachievers to embrace curiosity. Megan highlights key questions to ponder before making decisions and emphasizes the need for a flexible, experimental approach to career growth. She also addresses the low levels of workplace engagement and how an 'inner navigation system' can guide individuals towards fulfilling careers.

Rich Diviney, a former Navy SEAL and expert in human performance, discusses the essential attributes that drive optimal performance beyond mere skills. He highlights resilience, patience, and situational awareness as key qualities shaped through intense training. Diviney shares insights on how to leverage personal strengths to enhance teamwork and manage stress effectively. He also points out the transformative power of self-reflection and emphasizes that true leadership emerges from understanding oneself and embracing discomfort for growth.

Dr. Michael Breus, a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist, uncovers the secrets to feeling energized daily. He highlights the importance of consistent wake-up times for better sleep and dives into hydration's crucial role in wellness. Breus dispels myths around breathing and shares practical techniques to boost energy. Listeners discover transformative habits that lead to significant improvements in mood and performance, making wellness feel accessible and achievable.

Seth Godin, a renowned author and founder of the altMBA, dives into the mindset that makes individuals indispensable at work. He suggests embracing the feeling of being an impostor as a catalyst for growth. The discussion includes three key questions to ask with every project to foster engagement and innovation. Godin emphasizes redefining success by viewing work as impactful projects and shares insights on the importance of personal growth through self-restraint and intentional habits, while also exploring the influence of AI on productivity.

Maria Ross, a keynote speaker and empathy advocate, shares her insights on how leaders can merge empathy with effectiveness. She discusses the necessity of empathy in engaging teams and driving performance, all while avoiding people-pleasing. Ross addresses the 'empathy dilemma' leaders face—navigating support for teams while ensuring accountability. She also explores innovative team-building methods that align skills development with service, and encourages clarity in communication across generational divides. Her approach promotes a joyful and inclusive workplace.

Anne Chow, former CEO of AT&T Business and a trailblazer in corporate leadership, dives into the transformative power of inclusion in the workplace. She discusses how excessive busyness can hinder success and why the reliance on consensus may not be beneficial for teams. Chow shares insights on leading diverse teams and the importance of personal responsibility for driving performance. She also touches on the challenges women face in the workforce and advocates for aligning career development with employee aspirations to enhance motivation.

Mitch Warner, bestselling author and managing partner at the Arbinger Institute, dives into the intricacies of self-deception and its impact on relationships. He explains how 'the box' limits our perspectives and opportunities, urging listeners to foster environments where others feel safe to share. Highlighting the importance of an outward mindset, he shares gripping stories of leaders transforming cultural challenges through service and collaboration. Mitch advocates for embracing honesty and personal accountability as keys to strengthening both personal and organizational connections.

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Dr. Greg Chasson, a licensed clinical psychologist and expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy, delves into the dual nature of perfectionism. He explains how it differs from high standards and the inefficiency that can actually boost effectiveness. The conversation tackles the detrimental effects of perfectionism on creativity and mental health, while offering practical strategies to confront it. Listeners learn the importance of accepting flaws, aligning actions with personal values, and fostering supportive environments to combat perfectionistic tendencies.

Dr. Thom Mayer, the Medical Director for the NFL Players Association and a crisis management guru, shares insights from his vast experiences. He discusses the vital first steps to effective leadership and how to cultivate a thriving workplace culture. With gripping anecdotes from the Pentagon during 9/11, he emphasizes the courage shown in chaos. Mayer advocates for inclusive leadership, encouraging everyone to recognize their potential. Finally, he underscores the significance of joy and gratitude in leadership dynamics, providing practical tools for personal growth.