How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Jordan Harbinger shares mindsets and practices to boost your confidence and your results with people.   You'll Learn: The secret strengths of introverts Why to ask for what you don’t deserve How a post-it note can transform  your non-verbal communication skills   About Jordan: Jordan Harbinger has always had an affinity for Social Influence, Interpersonal Dynamics and Social Engineering, helping private companies test the security of their communications systems and working with law enforcement agencies before he was even old enough to drive. Jordan has spent several years abroad in Europe and the developing world, including South America, Eastern Europe and the Middle East, and speaks several languages. He has also worked for various governments and NGOs overseas, traveled through war-zones and been kidnapped -twice. He’ll tell you; the only reason he’s still alive and kicking is because of his ability to talk his way into (and out of), just about any type of situation.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep344 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stacey Boyle shares the why and the how behind being more strategic at work.   You'll Learn: What “be more strategic” really means Why to ALWAYS establish the purpose before the method The three building blocks of smart decisions   About Stacey: Stacey has led global consulting and research departments for over 20 years, during which she has built a reputation for groundbreaking work connecting investments in people to critical business outcomes. Today she runs two consulting firms that help some of the world's best companies and non-profits answer their pressing business questions about investments in people. Stacey is President and Chief People Planner for Smarter People Planning, LLC, and Chief Assayer for Assay|Edu, LLC. Stacey has a Ph.D. in Applied Behavioral Research & Evaluation.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep343 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thomas Heffner shares how to improve creativity, group brainstorming, and innovation.   You'll Learn: The seven rules for effective brainstorming How to solve the hippo in the room problem Three improv comedy tips that help you innovate   About Thomas:  Tom Heffner is a design strategist at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory,  podcaster, author, speaker, and innovation expert.  His goal is to help people thrive at work and in life. Tom believes that every day, purposeful habits and practices are vital to this pursuit. He shares these ideas and learnings through his weekly podcast (Next Year Now), blog, and speaking engagements.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep342   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Navarro shows how to get to the bottom of body language and why observing it can better your relationships at work and at home.   You'll Learn:  Why it’s so hard to tell if someone’s actually lying Four key, reliable body language cues The one good mannered behavior everyone should know and use   About Joe: For 25 years, Joe Navarro worked as an FBI special agent in the area of counterintelligence and behavioral assessment. Today he is one of the world's leading experts on nonverbal communications and lectures and consults with major corporations worldwide. He is an adjunct professor at Saint Leo University and frequently lectures at the Harvard Business School.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep341 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rick Miller outlines what power really means and the five components needed to build it.You’ll Learn:1) Where true power comes from2) Five ways to create insight and energy3) Why supporting other people’s success grows your influenceAbout RickRick Miller is an unconventional turnaround specialist, a servant leader, and a go-to Chief. He is also an experienced and trusted confidant, an author (Be Chief: It’s a Choice, Not a Title, September 4, Motivational Press), a sought-after speaker, and an expert at driving sustainable growth. For over 30 years, Rick served as a successful business executive in roles including President and/or CEO in a Fortune 10, a Fortune 30, a startup, and a nonprofit. Rick earned a bachelor’s degree from Bentley University and an MBA from Columbia. He currently lives in Morristown, NJ. Items Mentioned in this Show:Rick’s book: Be Chief: It’s a Choice, Not a TitleRick’s website: BeChief.comBook: The Carrot Principle: How the Best Managers Use Recognition to Engage Their People, Retain Talent, and Accelerate Performance by Adrian Gostick, Chester EltonResearch: Dynamic Spread of Happiness in a Large Social Network: Longitudinal Analysis Over 20 Years in the Framingham Heart StudyBook: When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel PinkApp: CalmView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep340.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Bailey looks into how distraction affects productivity and the many ways you can prevent yourself from getting distracted ahead of time.   You'll Learn: Ways to hack your procrastination triggers How much time we waste on checking emails The 20-second rule and three ways to apply it to your  distractions   About Chris: Chris Bailey is a productivity expert, and the international bestselling author of The Productivity Project, which has been published in eleven languages. His next book, Hyperfocus, came out yesterday. Chris writes about productivity at Alifeofproductivity.com, and speaks to organizations around the globe on how they can become more productive, without hating the process.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep339 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Glenna Crooks illustrates the eight different kinds of networks everyone has and why you should make sure these work for you while you work for them.You’ll Learn:1) The eight different kinds of networks in your life2) A method for successfully pruning your network3) The maximum number of connections each person can sustainAbout GlennaGlenna Crooks is a strategist, innovator and trusted counsel to leaders globally. She was a Reagan appointee, global vice-president of Merck’s Vaccine Business and founder of a global strategy firm solving tough health care problems. She is active in academia, on boards, writes books and blogs, is a sought-after speaker and was recently named A Disruptive Woman to Watch. She is also a Zen artist and donates her paintings to support children with special needs.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored messages: Blinkist summarizes great books for youGlenna’s book: The NetworkSage: Realize Your Network SuperpowerGlenna’s website: http://www.GlennaCrooks.comGlenna’s app: SageMyLifeTED talk: The hidden influence of social networks by Nicholas ChistakisTED talk: How social networks predict epidemics by Nicholas ChistakisBook: Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other by Sherry TurkleAritcle: Coworker with two computer screensView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep338. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Perman explains how to tell the difference between important tasks and urgent tasks, and how to make room for what’s important in your life and work.You’ll Learn:1) Why you should plan your day with your time, not your tasks2) Four tips for effective personal management3) Two ways to prioritize like a proAbout MattMatt is co-founder of What’s Best Next, which he started to help people excel in doing good for the world through productive work and God-centered living. Prior to that, he served at Desiring God for 13 years in several different leadership roles, including director of strategy and director of internet ministries, and at Made to Flourish as director of marketing.Items Mentioned in this Show:Matt’s website: What’s Best NextMatt’s book: How to Get Unstuck: Breaking Free from Barriers to Your ProductivityBook: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon SinekBook: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyPrevious episode: 015: David Allen, The World’s Leading Authority on ProductivityTool: OmniFocusBook: Great at Work: How Top Performers Do Less, Work Better, and Achieve More by Morten HansenPrevious episode: 278: The Critical Factors Separating High and Low Performers with Morten HansenBook: ESV Study BibleView transcript, show notes, and links at ]. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jacqueline Carter reveals the three qualities of a good leader’s mind and how to build good foundations for those qualities in yourself.You’ll Learn:1) What the American workforce looks for in a career and leader2) How to avoid power corrupting you as you rise3) The distinction between compassion and empathy–and which one is more helpfulAbout JacquelineWith a Master of Science in Organizational Behavior and over 20 years of experience supporting organizations through large scale change, Jacqueline has held a wide range of leadership and consulting roles across a range of industries including transportation, oil and gas, insurance and government. Jacqueline has many years of personal experience with mind training and over the past 10 years has focused on embedding mindfulness practices into daily corporate life.Items Mentioned in this Show:Jacqueline’s Book: The Mind of the Leader with Rasmus HougaardBook: Great By Choice by Jim Collins & Morten HansenWebsite: www.PotentialProject.comView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep336. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marc Effron shares his extensive research on the eight essential steps to becoming a high performer at work.   You'll Learn: The eight steps to high performance The difference between goals and promises How to estimate and achieve your theoretical maximum of effort   About Marc: Marc Effron is the founder and President of the Talent Strategy Group and founder and publisher of Talent Quarterly magazine. He is coauthor of the book One-Page Talent Management and has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Influencers in HR.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep335 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.