How to Be Awesome at Your Job
How to be Awesome at Your Job
Get more fun, wins, meaning, and money from your job! With 25,000,000 downloads and mentions in The New York Times, Forbes, and Linkedin Learning. This show helps grow your skills and impact at any job that requires thinking and collaborating. Each week, Pete interviews thought-leaders and results-getters to discover specific, actionable insights that boost work performance. Their stories and advice sharpen the universal skills to flourish at work. Boost your time/energy management, leadership, confidence, career opportunities, and fulfillment—while still getting home earlier.Try starting with episode 0: START HERE and listener favorite episodes we put at the beginning numbered: A, B, C, D, E, and F. (Subscribe and/or sort Old to New to find these starter episodes.) Welcome!
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Sep 30, 2024 • 35min
998: A Crisis Management Expert’s Guide to Leading Well with Dr. Thom Mayer
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.
Sep 26, 2024 • 41min
997: How to Push Past Self-Doubt and Find the Confidence to Pursue Big Things with Pat Flynn and Matt Gartland
Pat Flynn, a successful podcaster and author known for his work on SmartPassiveIncome.com, joins Matt Gartland, an entrepreneur and CEO of SPI Media, to tackle self-doubt in entrepreneurship. They discuss mindset shifts that can combat impostor syndrome and share three daily questions to build confidence. The duo emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort for growth, building connections, and reframing challenges as opportunities. Listeners will find valuable insights on proactive value creation and the significance of community support.
Sep 23, 2024 • 46min
996: Tackling Work Stressors and Transitions with Dr. Tessa West
Dr. Tessa West, a Professor of Psychology at NYU and expert in interpersonal relationships, shares her insights on tackling work-related stress. She discusses how to recognize when it's time for a job change and offers strategies to prevent feeling overwhelmed. Tessa also highlights the 'hidden curriculum' at workplaces, shedding light on unspoken rules that impact career success. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and authentic communication in navigating workplace challenges.
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Sep 19, 2024 • 43min
995: Going From Overwhelmed to Unstoppable by Resetting your Mindset with Penny Zenker
Penny Zenker, known as "The Focusologist," is a bestselling author and speaker who helps leaders achieve ambitious goals. She discusses the power of 'reset moments' to enhance productivity and focus, revealing how distractions contribute to burnout. Penny emphasizes that meaningful engagement should overshadow mere productivity and shares effective stress management techniques like deep breathing. Listeners learn practical strategies to prioritize tasks, adapt to rapid change, and cultivate a positive mindset in both personal and professional environments.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 38min
994: How to Embrace Uncertainty, Discover Opportunity, and Shape the Future with Frederik Pferdt
Frederik Pferdt, Google's first Chief Innovation Evangelist and founder of the Innovation Lab, shares his insights on embracing uncertainty to shape a better future. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and kindness in navigating challenges. Pferdt discusses the power of positive reframing when setbacks occur and offers a handy trick to inspire follow-through. Highlighting a proactive mindset, he also advocates for empathy towards one's future self, encouraging listeners to make conscious choices for personal growth.
Sep 12, 2024 • 41min
993: How to Boost Your Focus by Streamlining Your Priorities with Marcey Rader
Marcey Rader, an award-winning speaker and coach dedicated to health-powered productivity, shares invaluable insights on decluttering life and work. She discusses the dangers of overcommitment and the need to redefine success for better well-being. Marcey reveals how limiting priorities can enhance focus and boost energy levels. She also highlights the importance of movement in daily routines and how different environments influence creativity and productivity. Practical strategies abound for fostering a more mindful and balanced approach to work.
Sep 9, 2024 • 10min
1000th Episode Giveaway Special!
Celebrate a major milestone with stories from listeners who’ve been positively impacted by the podcast! Discover how to effectively share personal narratives in professional settings using the SPAR method. Plus, get in on the excitement of a $1,000 giveaway with exclusive prizes. It’s a vibrant discussion on inspiration, storytelling, and community engagement!
Sep 5, 2024 • 45min
992: How to Break Free from Cynicism and Reclaim Hope with Jamil Zaki
Jamil Zaki, a Stanford psychology professor and director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab, dives into the surprising power of hope. He discusses how a hopeful mindset can lead to personal and professional success, challenging the notion that cynicism is a protective stance. Zaki illustrates how environments influence trust and generosity with illuminating stories, including transformative school practices. He emphasizes reclaiming hope through kindness and offers practical strategies to counteract negativity, reminding us to celebrate our shared human goodness.
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Aug 29, 2024 • 38min
991: Mastering the Five Tiers of Career Development with Andrew LaCivita
Andrew LaCivita, a globally-renowned career coach and founder of milewalk Academy®, shares insights on mastering skill development for career advancement. He highlights a major misconception that may be hindering your progress. Listeners learn how to identify key skills they need to develop and discover three practical methods for boosting confidence. LaCivita stresses the importance of personal accountability and offers tools and strategies to navigate the modern job landscape effectively.
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Aug 26, 2024 • 38min
990: How to Advocate for Yourself and Get Noticed at Work with Jessica Chen
Jessica Chen, an Emmy-Award winner and CEO of Soulcast Media, shares powerful insights on workplace communication and self-advocacy. She addresses common misconceptions about career advancement and emphasizes how to make your message resonate. Discover the five vocal elements that enhance engagement and how personal achievements can be highlighted alongside humility. Chen also discusses the importance of shaping your career narrative and celebrates the significance of self-advocacy to ensure you’re recognized for all the right reasons.
