How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Rob Jolles provides practical wisdom on how to come across as more believable.   You'll Learn: The number one reason why people don’t believe you How method acting can lead you into peak presenting performance Why you should embrace your own dysfunctions   About Rob Rob Jolles is a sought-after speaker who teaches, entertains, and inspires audiences worldwide. His live programs around the world have enabled him to amass a client list of Fortune 500 companies including Toyota, Disney, GE, a dozen universities, and over 50 financial institutions. He is the best-selling author of six books, including his latest release, Why People Don't Believe You...Building Credibility from the Inside Out.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep413 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Todd Herman shares how the concept of alter egos helps you become the ideal you that a given situation calls for. — YOU’LL LEARN —Why you should revisit your childhood superheroes and alter egosEnclothed cognition and Halloween lessons for being awesome at our jobsHow to improve your visualization through all your senses Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep412 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TODD —Todd Herman is an award-winning author, performance advisor to athletes, leaders and public figures, and is a recipient of the Inc. 500 fastest growing company award. He’s been featured on the Today Show, Sky Business News, Inc Magazine and CBC National News. And lives in New York City with his young family.— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —Sponsored Message: The University of California, Irvine is a leader in Continuing EducationSponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax appTodd’s book: The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your LifeTodd’s website: www.ToddHerman.meTodd’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/toddherman1/Todd’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/todd_hermanMr. Rogers Documentary: Won’t You Be My Neighbor?Research: Enclothed cognitionResearch: The amygdala and decision-makingBook: Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin to Munger by Peter Bevelin View transcript, show notes, and links at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep412.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michelle Tillis Lederman discusses the benefits of being a connector, the mindsets required to flourish, and how to connect well.   You'll Learn: The three reasons people connect with each other Why to become a better connector even if you don’t think you need to network Tips for easier relationship maintenance   About Michelle: Michelle Tillis Lederman, one of Forbes Top 25 Networking Experts, is the author of several books including the internationally known, The 11 Laws of Likability, and her latest The Connectors Advantage. Michelle is the founder and CEO of Executive Essentials, which provides customized communications and leadership programs. A former finance executive and NYU Professor, Michelle is a regular in the media appearing on NBC, CBS, Fox, NPR, the Wall Street Journal, NY Times, CNBC, and others. She holds degrees from Lehigh University and Columbia Business School.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep411 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Legendary inventor Doug Hall shares how to generate and implement great ideas with scientific precision. — YOU’LL LEARN —An equation that predicts the quantity of ideas generatedHow fear impedes the creation of ideasHow to fast-track ideas through a learning mindsetSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep410 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT DOUG —Doug Hall is an inventor, researcher, educator, and craft whiskey maker. He is the founder of the Eureka! Ranch, Innovation Engineering Institute, and Brain Brew Custom Whisk(e)y. He has been named one of America’s top innovation experts by Inc. magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Dateline NBC, CNBC, CIO magazine, and the CBC. His book Jump Start Your Business Brain was named one of the 100 Best Business Books of All Time by 800-CEO-Read. — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —Sponsored Message: The University of California, Irvine is a leader in Continuing EducationSponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax appDoug’s website: www.DougHall.comDoug’s Assessment: www.DougHall.com/VIPDoug’s business: www.EurekaRanch.comDoug’s books: North Pole Tenderfoot: A Rookie Goes on a North Pole Expedition Following in Admiral Peary’s Footsteps, Driving Eureka!: Problem-Solving with Data-Driven Methods & the Innovation Engineering System, Jump Start Your Brain, Jump Start Your Business Brain: The Scientific Way To Make More MoneyBook: Toward Wisdom by Copthorne MacdonaldView transcript, show notes, and links at AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep410.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jesse Newton makes the case for simplifying your organization’s complex processes and getting rid of distractions.   You'll Learn: The five factors that drive organizational complexity Key questions that clarify what’s truly important The communication mistake people make when simplifying work   About Jesse: Jesse Newton is the author of Simplify Work; Crushing Complexity to Liberate Innovation, Productivity, and Engagement. He is the founder and CEO of Simplify Work; a global management consulting firm that helps organizations throw off the shackles of debilitating complexity and reignite top performance. His clients include McDonalds and PepsiCo. Prior to launching Simplify Work, Newton was a senior member of Booz & Company’s Organization, Change and Leadership consulting practice and also spent a number of years consulting around the world with Ernst & Young’s People & Organizational Change practice.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep409 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Alton Barron discusses the importance of creativity, how it influences your health, and how you can resurrect creativity after it has been stamped out.   You'll Learn: The scientific link between creativity and health Why boredom is good for creativity The role of clutter in creativity   About Alton: Dr. Barron is a fellowship-trained shoulder, elbow, and hand surgeon. He is an Associate Clinical Professor of Orthopedics at NYU-Langone and the Univ. of Texas Dell Medical Centers, practicing in both Austin and Manhattan. Dr. Barron has been surgeon for thousands of competitive athletes (a team doctor for Fordham University for 15 years) and professional musicians, including the NY Philharmonic and Metropolitan Operas in New York for over 20 years. He publishes and lectures extensively nationally and internationally. Founder/director of the nonprofit Musician Treatment Foundation https://mtfusa.org/. Co-author of The Creativity Cure with wife Carrie Barron published by Scribner in 2012. https://www.facebook.com/TheCreativityCure/ Founding member, Team Continuum cancer charity https://www.teamcontinuum.net/   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep408 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ash Seddeek outlines the key leadership behaviors that inspire teams.You’ll Learn:1) Ten key leadership behaviors that inspire followers2) One mistake that quickly kills a team’s creativity3) How to manage your bias like a proAbout AshAsh develops leadership, executive communications and strategic sales programs. He currently works with Cisco’s innovation startup teams to help them craft compelling value proposition narratives. Ash is also a mentor to entrepreneurs and a communications expert at the American Management Association.He’s the bestselling author of the books Meaning, Start with a Vision, and The Road to Success. Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored Message: Take your maintenance to the max with the MaintMax app.Sponsored Message: ZipRecruiter is the smartest way to hireAsh’s book: Meaning: How Leaders Create Meaning and Clarity During Times of Crisis and OpportunityAsh’s website: www.ExecutiveGreatness.comAuthor: Tom PetersTool: LinkedInTool: EvernoteFree downloads: www.ExecutiveGreatness.com/Pete/View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep407.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brenda Bailey-Hughes shares why and how to become a better listener.   You'll Learn: The sad current state of listening How to fall in love with silence in a conversation The five focus areas of listening   About Brenda: Brenda Bailey-Hughes teaches communication and leadership skills at the Kelley School of Business undergrad program. She also teaches global leadership and emerging markets for Kelley Direct, the working professionals’ MBA program. She’s authored 9 LinkedIn Learning courses and specializes in communication training and coaching for Fortune 500 executives such as P&G, Samsung, Cummins, and John Deere.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep406 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Gordon reveals best practices for building trust and rapport within a team, no matter the circumstances.   You'll Learn: Three exercises to build big rapport quickly The advantages of being an optimist How to transform challenges into opportunities   About Jon: Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 16 books including 6 best-sellers: The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, You Win in the Locker Room First, The Power of Positive Leadership and The Power of a Positive Team. He is a graduate of Cornell University and hold a Masters in Teaching from Emory University.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep405 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Michael A. Roberto explores the mindsets that hinder creativity.   You'll Learn: The six mindsets blocking your creativity The advantage of putting your idea out there in its early stages Best ways to spark more creative ideas     About Michael: Michael Roberto is the Trustee Professor of Management at Bryant University. Previously, he’s served for six years on the faculty at Harvard Business School. His research focuses on how people solve problems and make decisions.He’s a bestselling author of case studies and several books. He’s created courses on The Great Courses Plus. Michael has developed a number of innovative Multi-media simulations for students, including the Everest Leadership and Team Simulation. His latest book is called Unlocking Creativity.     View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep404 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.