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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Feb 24, 2025 • 47min
1035: How to Create Stronger Connections by Disagreeing Better with Bob Bordone
Bob Bordone, a Senior Fellow at Harvard Law School and founder of The Cambridge Negotiation Institute, discusses the art of conflict resilience. He emphasizes how embracing tough conversations can strengthen relationships. Bordone reveals three simple steps to tackle conflicts effectively and explores the emotional dynamics that influence negotiations. He also introduces concepts like the Five Fs of conflict responses and the importance of honest dialogue, encouraging listeners to view disagreements as opportunities for growth.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 32min
1034: Simple Shifts that Form Exceptional Teams with Keith Ferrazzi
Keith Ferrazzi, an entrepreneur and global expert in high-performing teams, shares insights on elevating team performance through simple shifts. He discusses the importance of establishing a social contract for collaboration and transparency. Team members can enhance communication with fewer meetings and a focus on candor. Applying agile methodology and intentional habits can refine team dynamics and productivity. Ferrazzi also emphasizes the value of gratitude practices in fostering resilience and building strong relationships.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 24min
1033: How to Build Your Social Confidence with Susan Callender
Susan Callender, a success coach and founder of Social Confidence Pro, shares her transformative insights on building social confidence. She discusses six steps to overcome shyness and how to manage nervousness effectively. Listeners learn about the 'social priming system' for boosting communication skills and the importance of self-valuing in social interactions. Callender emphasizes gratitude and connection as key components in enhancing social presence, ultimately helping professionals step into the spotlight with charisma.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 37min
1032: How to Find Yourself and Create Your Ideal Life through Rebellion with Graham Cochrane
Graham Cochrane, a seven-figure entrepreneur and bestselling author, shares his journey of self-discovery through rebellion. He emphasizes the pitfalls of living life on autopilot and encourages listeners to pursue their true aspirations. The discussion revolves around his five-part REBEL framework, highlighting how breaking free from societal norms can lead to intentional living. Cochrane also touches on the importance of defining personal values and overcoming mental barriers to achieve fulfillment while aligning one’s career with their authentic self.
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Feb 10, 2025 • 39min
1031: Mastering Virtual Communication with Andrew Brodsky
Andrew Brodsky, an award-winning professor and virtual communications expert, shares insights on enhancing your virtual communication skills. He introduces the PING framework, emphasizing clarity and responsiveness in digital interactions. Andrew discusses the nuances of nonverbal cues in text and the overlooked effectiveness of video calls. He also highlights the importance of balancing AI's role in communication while maintaining a personal touch, alongside amusing tales of multitasking mishaps in the workplace.
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Feb 6, 2025 • 34min
1030: Building a Career that Lights You Up with Mary Olson-Menzel
Mary Olson-Menzel, a bestselling author and executive coach with over 30 years of experience, shares her insights on building a fulfilling career. She discusses how to discover what truly lights you up and the Japanese concept of 'ikigai' for aligning passions with work. Mary offers effective LinkedIn networking strategies and emphasizes the importance of storytelling in interviews. She also covers evaluating job offers, negotiating salaries with gratitude, and the crucial first days in a new position to maximize long-term success.
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Feb 3, 2025 • 40min
1029: How to Tell Stories that Inspire and Influence with Anjali Sharma
Anjali Sharma, Managing Director of Narrative: The Business of Stories, shares her expertise in crafting impactful narratives for organizations. She discusses why remarkable storytelling isn’t the ultimate goal, emphasizing relevance and audience connection instead. Anjali reveals the difference between inspiring and influencing stories, advocating for a journalistic approach. She also highlights the importance of consistent practice, showing how effortless storytelling can drive engagement and change in the workplace.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 39min
1028: How to Bridge Disagreements and Create More Win-Win agreements with Robert Fersh
Robert Fersh, founder of the Convergence Center for Policy Resolution and a seasoned expert in bridging policy differences, shares his insights on conflict resolution. He emphasizes the importance of humility and respectful dialogue in overcoming disagreements. Fersh discusses how curiosity can help identify shared goals, especially in complex fields like healthcare and long-term care. He shares practical strategies for fostering collaboration and maintaining constructive dialogue in the workplace, promoting a win-win approach to conflict.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 35min
1027: The Mindsets that Inspire Teams with Paula Davis
Paula Davis, Founder and CEO of the Stress & Resilience Institute, shares her insights on fostering team engagement and resilience. She emphasizes shifting from a performance-only focus to a people-centric approach to enhance motivation. Paula discusses the power of genuine recognition and small practices that can transform team dynamics. She also highlights innovative methods like gamification to address burnout and improve workplace culture. Her expert advice underscores the importance of connection and appreciation in driving team success.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 50min
1026: How to Stop Saying Um and Become Super Articulate with Michael Hoeppner
Michael Chad Hoeppner, CEO of GK Training and author of "Don't Say Um," shares his expertise on powerful communication. He reveals innovative physical exercises to improve articulation and combat filler words like 'um.' Listeners learn how vocal expression, body language, and posture can elevate their speaking. Hoeppner emphasizes practical techniques like silent storytelling to enhance confidence and clarity. This engaging discussion unlocks the secrets to authentic, impactful communication in both personal and professional settings.
