Mike Zani shares data-driven approaches to improving your team’s performance. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What businesses can learn about teams from baseball 2) The top two predictors of team performance 3) Top three do’s and don’ts of effective teaming Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep692 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MIKE — Mike Zani is the CEO of The Predictive Index, a talent optimization platform that uses over 60 years of proven science and software to help businesses design high-performing teams and cultures, make objective hiring decisions, and inspire greatness in people. Its 8,000+ clients include Bain Capital, Blue Cross Blue Shield, DoorDash, LVMH, Nissan, Omni Hotels, and VMware. Zani is also the co-founder and partner at Phoenix Strategy Investments, a private investment fund. An avid sailor, he was coach of the 1996 US Olympic Team. He holds a BS from Brown University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. • Mike’s book: The Science of Dream Teams: How Talent Optimization Can Drive Engagement, Productivity, and Happiness • Book website: DreamTeams.io • Mike’s company: The Predictive Index — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth • Book: The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Setapp. Try out up to 200 of the best software tools in one streamlined place at setapp.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ximena Vengoechea breaks down the formula for effective listening. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The psychological trick to help you stay in the conversation 2) The questions that create better conversation 3) The cues to look out for in a conversation Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep691 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT XIMENA — Ximena Vengoechea is a user researcher, writer, and illustrator whose work on personal and professional development has been published in Inc., The Washington Post, Newsweek, and Huffington Post. She is the author of Listen Like You Mean it: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection (Portfolio/Penguin Random House). She is a contributor at Fast Company and The Muse, and writes Letters from Ximena, a newsletter on tech, culture, career, and creativity. She is best known for her project The Life Audit. An experienced manager, mentor, and researcher in the tech industry, she previously worked at Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Twitter. • Book: Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection • Website: XimenaVengoechea.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close by Aminatou Sow & Ann Friedman • Book: Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age by Sherry Turkle • Book: Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech • Book: What Every Body Is Saying: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide to Speed-Reading People by Joe Navarro • Past episode: 341: Decoding Body Language with ex-FBI Special Agent Joe Navarro See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christian Busch reveals how to create good luck. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to connect the dots for smart luck 2) How to turn random incidents into serendipity moments 3) How serendipity develops grit Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep690 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHRISTIAN — Dr. Christian Busch is the director of the Global Economy program at New York University's Center for Global Affairs, where he teaches on purpose-driven leadership, impact entrepreneurship, social innovation, and emerging markets.  He is a Visiting Fellow at the London School of Economics (LSE) and the co-founder of Leaders on Purpose, an organization convening high-impact leaders, as well as the Sandbox Network, a global community of young innovators active in over 20 countries. Previously, he served on the faculty of the LSE's Department of Management and as the inaugural Deputy Director of the LSE’s Innovation Centre. • Book: The Serendipity Mindset: The Art and Science of Creating Good Luck • Twitter: @ChrisSerendip • Website: SerendipityMindset.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • StoryBlocks. Enhance your video storytelling quickly, beautifully, and affordably at Storyblocks.com/awesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jennifer Kahnweiler debunks pervasive myths about introversion and explains how introverts can flourish at work. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The core strengths of introverts 2) How to get the most out of the introverts in your team 3) The ABCDs of excellent extrovert/introvert collaboration Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep689 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JENNIFER — Jennifer B. Kahnweiler is a bestselling author and one of the leading speakers on introverts in the workplace. Her pioneering books, The Introverted Leader, Quiet Influence, The Genius of Opposites, and Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces have been translated into 18 languages. The Introverted Leader was named one of the top 5 business books by The Shanghai Daily. Jennifer has partnered with leading organizations like Amazon, Merck, Kimberly Clark, NASA, Bosch, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. She has delivered her signature presentations from Singapore to Spain. She holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation, awarded to a small percentage of speakers, and serves as a mentor to many professional women. A native New Yorker, Jennifer calls Atlanta, GA home. • Book: Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces: How to Unleash Everyone’s Talent and Performance • Book: Quiet Influence: The Introvert's Guide to Making a Difference • Book: The Genius of Opposites: How Introverts and Extroverts Achieve Extraordinary Results Together • Book: The Introverted Leader: Building on Your Quiet Strength • Instagram: @jenniferkahnweiler • LinkedIn: Jennifer Kahnweiler • Website: JenniferKahnweiler.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: Dashlane • Book: Big Summer: A Novel by Jennifer Weiner • Book: Quiet Is a Superpower: The Secret Strengths of Introverts in the Workplace by Jill Chang See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robin Hills provides expert tips for enhancing your emotional intelligence for better results at work. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to build the five domains of emotional intelligence 2) A handy question for getting helpful feedback 3) How selfishness can help us be more selfless Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep688 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROBIN — Robin is the director of Ei4Change, a company specializing in educational training, coaching and personal development focused around emotional intelligence, positive psychology and neuroscience. He has taught over 250,000 people in 185 countries how to build resilience, increased self-awareness and understanding of others. His educational programs on resilience and emotional intelligence cover the most comprehensive and detailed education of any emotional intelligence organization and are today used in educational establishments in South Africa and India.  Robin is also the author of 2 books and has through his work developed the experiential coaching methodology Images of Resilience to support cathartic conversations around resilience. He has delivered key-note speeches at conferences across the world including at Harvard University and sits on the North West Committee of the Association of Business Psychology. • Robin’s website: EI4Change.com • Robin’s courses: Courses.EI4Change.info • Robin’s email: Robin@EI4Change.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Assessment: EQ-i 2.0 • Software: Filmora • Software: Audacity • Book: Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ by Daniel Goleman • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Care.com. Find the perfect caregiver for your child, parents, and home.• Blinkist. Read or listen to summarized wisdom from thousands of nonfiction books! Free trial available at blinkist.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Executive wellness coach Naz Beheshti offers her top tips on how to take your well-being into your own hands. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to nourish your inner coach while silencing your inner critic 2) The ACE method to combat stress 3) An easy trick to boost your energy Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep687 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NAZ — Naz Beheshti is the author of Pause. Breathe.Choose.: Become the CEO of Your Well-Being. She is an executive wellness coach, speaker, Forbes contributor, CEO, and founder of Prananaz, a corporate wellness company improving leadership effectiveness, employee well-being and engagement, and company culture. Clients include Nike, JPMorgan Chase, First Republic Bank, Skadden, UCSC, and Columbia University.  Her work has been widely featured in the media, including CNBC, Forbes, BBC, Yahoo, Entrepreneur, Inc., Fast Company, and many more. Naz also cofounded Rise2Shine, a nonprofit helping to alleviate the suffering of young children in Haiti. Visit her online at http://www.NazBeheshti.com. • Book: Pause. Breathe. Choose.: Become the CEO of Your Well-Being • Company Website: Prananaz.com • Facebook: NazBeheshtiSpeaker • Instagram: @nazbeheshti • LinkedIn: Naz Beheshti • Twitter: @NazBeheshti • Website: NazBeheshti.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: Calm • App: Headspace • TED Talk: What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness – Robert J. Waldinger • Book: The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kimberly Brown shares her top tips on how to make career transitions easier. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make the next best move for your career 2) The key indicators that it’s time to explore other options 3) How to identify power players–and become one yourself Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep686 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KIMBERLY — Kimberly Brown is a leading career and leadership development expert and an accomplished speaker and podcast host whose mission is to empower women and people of color in the workplace. Her personal and professional development company, Manifest Yourself, LLC, provides in-person and virtual workshops, trainings, and coaching to professionals looking to lead a dynamic career and life. Kimberly has had the opportunity to speak to and create workshops for many organizations, including the New Jersey Conference for Women, Ellevate Network, Urban League, Princeton University and National Sales Network, SXSW, among others. She is also on the Board of Directors for The Power of You Teens organization. Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning into a Career You’ll Love is her first book. • Book: Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love • Instagram: kimbcummings • LinkedIn: Kimberly Brown• Website: KimberlyBOnline.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Winning: The Unforgiving Race to Greatness (Tim Grover Winning Series) by Tim S. Grover See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Riordan, with over 30 years of experience, shares strategies for managing conflict in virtual teams. Topics include prevention methods, facing conflict with the SBID model, dealing with difficult team members, best practices for managing conflict, and the importance of bringing your authentic self to the table.

Leidy Klotz reveals how to access the untapped potential of subtraction to make work and life more efficient. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What Legos can teach us about smarter problem-solving2) The trick to overcoming your brain’s bias for addition3) How subtracting leaves us with moreSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep684 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LEIDY — Leidy Klotz is a Professor at the University of Virginia, where he directs the university’s Convergent Behavioral Science Initiative and is appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business. His research on the science of problem-solving has appeared in both Nature and Science and has been covered in The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post among national newspapers on five continents. • Leidy’s book: Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less • Twitter: @Leidyklotz — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Buying time promotes happiness” by Ashley Whillans, Elizabeth Dunn, et al. • Book: The Gardener and the Carpenter:  What the New Science of Child Development Tells Us About the Relationship Between Parents and Children by Alison Gopnik • Book: No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson • Book: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson • Author: Eduardo Galeano — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Blinkist. Read or listen to summarized wisdom from thousands of nonfiction books! Free trial available at blinkist.com/awesome See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ethan Kross, one of the world's leading experts on controlling the conscious mind, discusses the science behind negative self-talk. He shares four simple ways to stop chatter, why venting is harmful, and tools for managing negative self-talk. The podcast also explores the impact of nature, breathing exercises, and nutrition on stress regulation, and how to break free from negative self-talk using techniques like third person self-talk.