How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Sanjay Sarma and Luke Yoquinto share practical insights on how to optimize your learning. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Three simple tactics that drastically improve how we learn 2) Why you want the learning process to be difficult 3) How to get into the optimal mental state for learning Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep600 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SANJAY & LUKE — Sanjay Sarma is the head of Open Learning at MIT. A professor of mechanical engineering by training, he has worked in the fields of energy and transportation; computational geometry; computer assisted design; and has been a pioneer in RFID technology. He has an undergraduate degree from IIT Kanpur as well as advanced degrees from Carnegie Mellon and UC Berkeley. Luke Yoquinto is a science writer who covers learning and education, as well as aging and demographic change in his role as a researcher at the MIT AgeLab. His work can be found in publications such as The Washington Post, Slate, The Wall Street Journal, and The Atlantic. He is a graduate of Boston University's science journalism program. • Book: Grasp: The Science Transforming How We Learn • Luke’s email: lyoquinto@gmail.com • Luke’s Twitter: @lukeyoquinto — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Technique: Feynman blank page technique • Tool: Quizlet • Language Learning: Duolingo • Language Learning: Rosetta Stone • Online School: Khan Academy • Book: Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdini • Book: Consciousness and the Brain: Deciphering How the Brain Codes Our Thoughts by Stanislas Dehaene • Book: Catch-22 by Joseph Heller • Researchers: Robert and Elizabeth Bjork See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Jud Brewer discusses how anxiety leads us to form bad habits—and what we can do to make a change. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How anxiety takes over—and what we can do about it 2) Three steps to go from anxious to curious 3) How to put an end to bad habit loops for good Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep599 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DR. JUD — Jud Brewer, MD PhD is a thought leader in the field of habit change and the science of self-mastery. He is the “executive medical director of behavioral health at Sharecare,”, the director of research and innovation at Brown University’s Mindfulness Center, and an associate professor at Brown’s Schools of Public Health and Medicine. He is the author of The Craving Mind: From Cigarettes to Smartphones to Love, Why We Get Hooked and How We Can Break Bad Habits. • Dr. Jud’s book: The Craving Mind: From Cigarettes to Smartphones to Love – Why We Get Hooked and How We Can Break Bad Habits • Dr. Jud’s website: DrJud.com • Dr. Jud’s YouTube: DrJud — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: The teenage brain on social media • Model: Rescorla-Wagner Model • Book: The Art of Racing in the Rain: A Novel by Garth Stein — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • 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.

Memory expert Chester Santos, U.S. Memory Champion, shares techniques on remembering names and facts. He discusses the relevance of memory in the digital age, principles for better recall, mnemonic devices, and visualization techniques. Learn how to remember names through visual associations and the benefits of memory training for improved retention.

Columbia law professor Alex Carter discusses powerful negotiation questions and boosting confidence in negotiations. She shares insights on turning a 'no' into a 'yes' with effective strategies, reflection on past successes, and using visual cues in negotiations. Learn about the benefits of being present, asking for more, and utilizing effective negotiation strategies to achieve success.

Chrissy Scivicque shares the six skills of proactive professionals, including how to be 5000% more effective at your job and how to prevent unexpected challenges. She emphasizes the importance of being proactive in career management and customer service, providing practical tips and examples. The discussion also covers the benefits of strategic foresight, organizational tools like bullet journals, and the significance of embracing proactivity and self-trust in your career.

Adam Markel shares how to create more moments for rest and build your resilience in the face of burnout. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The most valuable skill for any professional 2) The massive costs of burnout culture 3) Quick recovery tactics to boost your resilience Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep595 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ADAM — Bestselling author, keynote speaker and resilience expert Adam Markel inspires leaders to tap the power of resilience to meet the challenges of massive disruption — for themselves and their organizations. Adam is author of the #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Publisher’s Weekly bestseller, Pivot: The Art & Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life. • Adam’s book: Pivot: The Art and Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life • Resilience Assessment: Your.ResilienceCulture.com • Adam’s TEDx Talk: “DOING THIS for 10 Seconds Can Change Your Life! | TEDxSouthLakeTahoe” — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: Calm • Book: The Presence Process: A Journey Into Present Moment Awareness by Michael Brown See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Carson Tate discusses the four productivity styles—and how to pick the best tools and practices that best suit you. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to pick the right system for your productivity style 2) The top tools for keeping your inbox under control 3) How to work in harmony with opposing productivity styles Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep594 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CARSON — Carson is the founder and Managing Partner of Working Simply. She is the author of Work Simply: Embracing the Power of Your Personal Productivity Style. Her views have been included in top-tier business media including Bloomberg Businessweek, Business Insider, CBS Money Watch, Fast Company, Forbes, Harvard Business Review blog, The New York Times, USA Today, Working Mother and more. Prior to starting Working Simply, Carson worked in Human Resources and sales functions with Fortune 200 firms. Carson holds a BA in psychology from Washington and Lee University, a Masters in Organization Development, and a Coaching Certificate from the McColl School of Business at Queens University. • Carson’s book: Own It. Love It. Make It Work.: How to Make Any Job Your Dream Job • Carson’s website: WorkingSimply.com • Carson’s LinkedIn: Carson Tate — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Software: MindJet • Software: OmniFocus • App: Trello • App: Evernote • App: Todoist • App: Things • App: Superhuman • App: SaneBox • Instrument: Hermann Brain Dominance Theory • Book: The Awakening by Kate Chopin — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Raycon. Enjoy great sound at a great price with Raycon earbuds at buyraycon.com/awesome. • Rise. Build your team’s learning library–the fast and fun way–with Rise.com/awesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patty Azzarello shares three simple steps to finding more success and satisfaction in your career. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The top reason most people get stuck in their careers 2) Why results don't speak for themselves 3) How a simple email can forge powerful relationships Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep593 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT PATTY — Patty Azzarello is an executive, best-selling author, speaker and CEO/Business Advisor. She has more than 25+ years of experience working in high tech and business. She has held leadership roles in General Management, Marketing, Software Product Development and Sales. She has been successful in running and transforming large and small businesses, and has significant international management experience. She is the founder of Azzarello Group, which works with CEOs and leadership teams to help their businesses (and people) get better at what they do. She is the author of the best selling books: RISE: 3 Practical Steps to Advancing Your Career, Standing Out as a Leader (and Liking Your Life), and MOVE: How Decisive Leaders Execute Strategy Despite Obstacles, Setbacks, and Stalls. • Patty’s book: Rise: 3 Practical Steps for Advancing Your Career, Standing Out as a Leader, and Liking Your Life • Patty’s website: Azzarello Group • Patty’s program: Executive Mentoring Group — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Always Postpone Meetings With Time-Wasting Morons by Scott Adams • Book: Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die by Chip and Dan Heath • Previous episode: 262: Conquering the Five Career Derailers with Carter Cast — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • SendinBlue. Increase your open rates with sendinblue.com/awesome. • Blinkist. Learn more, faster 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.

Caroline Goyder shares exercises to help you feel more comfortable and confident with your voice. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The mindset shift that turns insecurity into confidence 2) An easy way to make your voice more dynamic 3) Quick ways to boost your confidence before a meeting Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep592 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAROLINE — Caroline Goyder’s global reputation as a speaker and voice coach is built on her warm, engaging, relaxed and highly practical style, and her expertise honed by her work with actors, teachers, broadcasters and the corporate sector. She worked at the Central School of Speech and Drama as a voice coach for over 10 years before launching her own company. She is regularly sought after by the media as an expert in her field and her work has featured on television and in numerous national and international newspaper articles. Her extremely successful Ted Talk has over 7.5 million views. Caroline has written three books, her most recent Find Your Voice was released in January 2020. Caroline was named by Red magazine as one of Britain’s top coaches. • Caroline’s book: Find Your Voice: The Secret to Talking with Confidence in Any Situation • Caroline’s book: The Star Qualities: How to Sparkle With Confidence in All Aspects of Your Life • Caroline’s website: CarolineGoyder.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Method: Alexander Technique • Term: Kairos • Term: Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) • Website: Stephenporges.com • Book: The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology) by Stephen Porges • Past episode: 507: How to Get Exceptional Mentors and Opportunities with Alex Banayan • Personality: Bill Nighy • Personality: Cisely Berry — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Rise. Build your team’s learning library–the fast and fun way–with Rise.com/awesome. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bryan Robinson shares the small, but impactful practices that help us strike a healthier work-life balance. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The key difference between loving work and workaholism 2) How to keep your survive brain from overwhelming you 3) Four micro chillers that offset stress and boost your mood Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep591 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BRYAN — Bryan E. Robinson, Ph.D. is a professor emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, psychotherapist in private practice, and award-winning author of two novels and 40 nonfiction books that have been translated into 15 languages.  He has appeared on 20/20, Good Morning America, ABC's World News Tonight, NBC Nightly News, NBC Universal, the CBS Early Show, and The Marketplace on PBS. He hosted the PBS documentary “Overdoing It: How to Slow Down and Take Care of Yourself.” His book, Chained to the Desk: A Guidebook for Workaholics, Their Partners and Children, and the Clinicians Who Treat Them, is now in its third edition (New York University Press, 1998; 2007; 2014). He developed the Work Addiction Risk Test (WART), an instrument used worldwide to measure work addiction. He lives in Asheville with his spouse, one Yorkie, three Golden doodles, and Krishna, an adopted cat, who wandered into their lives, along with occasional bears at night. • Bryan’s book: #Chill: Turn Off Your Job and Turn On Your Life • Bryan’s website: BryanRobinsonBooks.com • Workaholic test: How Chill Are You? — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Man's Search for Meaning The Classic Tribute to Hope from the Holocaust by Viktor Frankl • Book: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger • Past episode: 267: Managing Self-Doubt to Tackle Bigger Challenges with Tara Mohr — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Rise. Build your team’s learning library–the fast and fun way–with Rise.com/awesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.