Shane Metcalf reveals his top research-based do’s and don’ts for being a great manager. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The one meeting a manager should always make 2) The teambuilding technique for great teams from the get-go  3) How and why to keep an employee dossier Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep643 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SHANE — Shane Metcalf is a keynote speaker on building a world class workplace and one of the world’s leading pioneers in the space of cultural engineering and positive psychology. His insights have been featured in Inc, Fast Company, Business Insider, Washington Post, Tech Crunch, and Bloomberg. As the Co-founder of 15Five, Shane and his team support HR Executives with data-driven continuous performance management. 15Five has won numerous awards for their company culture, including the prestigious Inc Best Workplaces award, and is ranked #3 in the U.S. on GlassDoor. Follow Shane on Twitter and LinkedIn, and listen to him co-host the Best-Self Management Podcast. • Blog: 15Five.com/blog • Company: 15Five • LinkedIn: Shane Metcalf • Podcast: HR Superstars — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: An Everyone Culture: Becoming a Deliberately Developmental Organization by Robert Kegan • Book: Managing Up: How to Move up, Win at Work, and Succeed with Any Type of Boss by Mary Abbajay • Book: The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work by Teresa Amabile • Book: Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant • Past episode: 275: How to Manage Your Manager with Mary Abbajay • Past episode: 582: The Five Behaviors That Make You an Indispensable “Go-to” Person with Bruce Tulgan • Strengths Survey: VIA Character Strengths — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • LinkedIn Jobs. Post your first job for free at linkedin.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ramit Sethi shares how to find your career season and jobhunting insights for landing your dream job. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What makes a job the dream job 2) The question you should ask your career role model 3) How the briefcase technique can get you the job or raise Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep642 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RAMIT — Ramit Sethi, author of the New York Times bestseller I Will Teach You To Be Rich, has become a personal development expert to millions of readers in their twenties, thirties, and forties. He started his website, iwillteachyoutoberich.com, as a Stanford undergraduate in 2004, and he now hosts over a million readers per month on his blog, newsletter, and social media. Ramit grew up in Sacramento, the son of Indian immigrant parents who taught him the art of negotiating. Ramit went on to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in technology and psychology from Stanford University and has used this understanding of human behavior to create innovative solutions in self development. Ramit and his team build premium digital products about careers, personal finance, entrepreneurship, psychology, and personal development for top performers. The IWT community includes over 1 million monthly readers, 300,000 newsletter subscribers, and 35,000 premium customers. Follow Ramit on Twitter and Instagram. • Book: I Will Teach You To Be Rich • Course: Find Your Dream Job 2.0 • Instagram: @ramit • Twitter: @ramit • Website: IWillTeachYouToBeRich.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The Social Animal by Elliot Aronson • Personality: Elliot Aronson • Study: Asch Conformity Experiment • Study: “The Intuitive Psychologist and His Shortcomings: Distortions in the Attribution Process” by Lee Ross — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • LinkedIn Jobs. Post your first job for free at linkedin.com/awesome • MunkPack. Save 20% on delicious, keto-friendly snacks at Munkpack.com with the promo code AWESOME. • 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.

Richard Boyatzis shares compelling research on how to open others up to change. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why goals don’t motivate us to change—and what does2) The biological key that opens people up to change3) Four principles for making change stickSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep641 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RICHARD — Richard E. Boyatzis is Distinguished University Professor of Case Western Reserve University, Professor in the Departments of Organizational Behavior, Psychology, and Cognitive Science, and HR Horvitz Professor of Family Business. He has a BS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT, a MS and Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Harvard University. Using his Intentional Change Theory (ICT), he studies sustained, desired change of individuals, teams, organizations, communities and countries since 1967. He is the author of more than 200 articles and 9 books on leadership, competencies, emotional intelligence, competency development, coaching, neuroscience and management education, including the international best-seller, Primal Leadership with Daniel Goleman and Annie McKee and the recent Helping People Change with Melvin Smith and Ellen Van Oosten. His Coursera MOOCs, including Inspiring Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence has over a million enrolled from 215 countries. He is Fellow of the Association of Psychological Science, the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and the American Psychological Association. • Richard’s book: Helping People Change: Coaching with Compassion for Lifelong Learning and Growth with Melvin Smith and Ellen Van Oosten • Richard’s book: Primal Leadership, With a New Preface by the Authors: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence (Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence) with Daniel Goleman and Annie McKee • Richard’s book: Resonant Leadership: Renewing Yourself and Connecting with Others Through Mindfulness, Hope, and Compassion with Annie McKee • Richard’s course: Inspiring Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Young Man Luther: A Study in Psychoanalysis and History (Austen Riggs Monograph S) by Erik Erikson • Book: Gandhi's Truth: On the Origins of Militant Nonviolence by Erik Erikson • Book: Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky • Book: The Achieving Society by David McClelland • Book: Power: The inner experience by David McClelland • Book: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jena Viviano shares her three-step process for making more successful career transitions. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The three sources of career clarity 2) Why networking doesn’t have to feel sleazy 3) The three things recruiters are always looking for Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep640 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JENA — Jena Viviano is an ex-Wall Streeter turned career coach and entrepreneur who helps ambitious professionals articulate their personal branded career stories to land their dream jobs. • Jena’s LinkedIn: Jena Viviano Dunay • Jena’s podcast: Recruit the Employer • Jena’s website: RecruitTheEmployer.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Software: Loom • Term: Briefcase technique • Book: Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang • Book: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Timothy Ferris — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • MunkPack. Save 20% on delicious, keto-friendly snacks at Munkpack.com with the promo code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Susan Robertson explains how to tap into your creative genius to generate breakthrough solutions. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why every professional benefits from more creativity 2) Why you should start with your craziest idea 3) What to do when others shoot down your ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep639 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SUSAN — Susan Robertson empowers individuals, teams, and organizations to more nimbly adapt to change, by transforming thinking from “why we can’t” to “how might we?” She is a creative thinking expert with over 20 years of experience coaching Fortune 500 companies. As an instructor on applied creativity at Harvard, Susan brings a scientific foundation to enhancing human creativity. She combines the neuroscience of creative thinking with a big dose of fun, to make the learning and behavior change really stick. • Susan’s website: SusanRobertson.co • Susan’s article: “10 Rules for Brainstorming Success” — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • TED Talk: “Do schools kill creativity?” with Sir Ken Robinson • Website: Stormz See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kary Oberbrunner shares expert strategies for bringing your attention back to what matters most. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The wrong and right ways of dealing with task overload 2) The three components of deliberate magnetic focus 3) The two triggers of flow state Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep638 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KARY — Kary Oberbrunner is CEO of Igniting Souls. Through his writing, speaking, and coaching, he helps individuals and organizations clarify who they are, why they're here, and where they should invest their time and energy.  Kary struggled to find his own distinct voice and passion. As a young man, he suffered from severe stuttering, depression, and self-injury. Today a transformed man, Kary equips people to experience Unhackability in work and life and share their message with the world. He believes the most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire. His vision is to ignite 100 million souls by 2030. Kary lives in Ohio with his wife, Kelly, and three children: Keegan, Isabel, and Addison. • Kary’s book: Day Job to Dream Job: Practical Steps for Turning Your Passion into a Full-Time Gig • Kary’s book: Elixir Project • Kary’s book: Unhackable: The Elixir for Creating Flawless Ideas, Leveraging Superhuman Focus, and Achieving Optimal Human Performance • Kary’s website: UnhackableBook.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Article: “Putting a Finger on Our Phone Obsession” • Book: The Hero with a Thousand Faces (The Collected Works of Joseph Campbell) by Joseph Campbell • Book: The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Canva. Design like a pro–for less time and money at canva.me/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nic Marks shares the research and best practices for more happiness at work. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The five elements of a happy work life 2) How to draw the boundary between work and life 3) How to boost motivation and engagement in 5 minutes Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep637 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT NIC — Nic Marks was once described as a "statistician with a soul" due to his unusual combination of 'hard' statistical skills and 'soft' people skills. He has been working in the field of happiness, wellbeing and quality of life over 25 years with a particular emphasis on measurement and how to create positive change. He is the founder of Friday Pulse and has worked with over a 1,000 organizations and teams measuring and improving their happiness at work. • Nic’s website: NicMarks.org • Nic’s LinkedIn: Nic Marks • Nic’s company: Friday Pulse • Personality Test: FridayOne.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Company: HelloFresh • Software: HubSpot • Term: Dunbar numbers • Term: PERMA by Seligman • Study: The Day Reconstruction Method • Book: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink • Book: The Order of Time by Carlo Rovelli — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Canva. Design like a pro–for less time and money at canva.me/awesome • 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.

Eric Papp shares foundational perspectives on saving time and prioritizing effectively. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The one question that cuts your tasks in half 2) The strategy that makes plans stick 3) The key to starting off your week right Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep636 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ERIC — Eric Papp has a successful history of delivering proven strategies to increase productivity and performance in a complex world. Before becoming the success he is today, Eric earned his B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He founded Agape leadership, LLC, an intellectual capital firm focusing on leadership and sales for business performance, with the sole purpose of driving leaders and their teams to success. As a successful author and public speaker since 2010, he has worked with thousands of managers to aid teams toward success. Eric Papp has been evaluated as one of the top management trainers in North America for his expertise in leadership effectiveness. His books Leadership By Choice and 3 Values of Being An Effective Person — published by John Wiley and Sons — are both top sellers and recognized for their unique impact in the business world. Eric now lives in Tampa, FL with his wife Brieann and their daughter Elliana. In his spare time, Eric frequents his local church, engages the community, and practices the kettlebell. • Keynote: “Better Thinking vs. More Effort” • Planner: “Priority Planner: A Daily Process of Accomplishing What Matters To You Professionally and Professionally" • Website: EricPapp.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear • Book: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less by Richard Koch • Movie: “H-E Double Hockey Sticks” • Practice: Lectio Divina — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • MunkPack. Save 20% on delicious, keto-friendly snacks at Munkpack.com with the promo code AWESOME. • NordVPN. Get a nice discount and a free month with your 2-year plan at NordVPN.com/awesomeatyourjob with the code AWESOMEATYOURJOB • 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.

Dr. Timothy Clark discusses the specific benefits and behaviors associated with high-performing, psychologically safe teams. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to combat the culture of fear 2) Why to encourage intellectual friction 3) Tips that boost your credibility at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep635 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TIM — Tim is founder and CEO of LeaderFactor and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Tim ranks as a global authority in the fields of senior executive development, strategy acceleration, and organizational change. He is the author of five books and more than 150 articles on leadership, change, strategy, human capital, culture, and employee engagement. He is a highly sought-after advisor, coach, and facilitator to CEOs and senior leadership teams. He has worked with leading organizations around the world. • Book: The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety: Defining the Path to Inclusion and Innovation • Guide: Behavioral Guide • LinkedIn: Timothy R. Clark • Twitter: @timothyrclark • Website: LeaderFactor.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done by Peter Drucker — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • MunkPack. Save 20% on delicious, keto-friendly snacks at Munkpack.com with the promo code AWESOME. • NordVPN. Get a nice discount and a free month with your 2-year plan at NordVPN.com/awesomeatyourjob with the code AWESOMEATYOURJOB • Pitney Bowes. Simplify your shipping while saving money. Get a free 30-day trial and 10-lb shipping scale at pb.com/AWESOME. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don Miller shares how to advance your career even without the need for a fancy title or degree. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The critical skills an MBA doesn’t teach you 2) The harsh truth every professional must accept to succeed 3) How to craft a compelling business case Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep634 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DON — Donald Miller is the CEO of Business Made Simple (BusinessMadeSimple.com), an online platform that teaches business professionals everything they need to know to grow a business and enhance their personal value on the open market. He is the host of the Business Made Simple Podcast and is the author of several books including the bestseller Building a StoryBrand. He lives and works in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife Elizabeth. • Don’s book: Business Made Simple: 60 Days to Master Leadership, Sales, Marketing, Execution and More. Email your Amazon receipts to book@businessmadesimple.com to receive a free mini-course! • Don’s website: BusinessMadeSimple.com • Don’s planner: HeroOnAMission.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck • Book: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl • Book: The Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories by Christopher Booker — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Four Sigmatic. Enhance your productivity and your coffee at foursigmatic.com/howtobeawesome.• NordVPN. Get a nice discount and a free month with your 2-year plan at NordVPN.com/awesomeatyourjob with the code AWESOMEATYOURJOBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.