Paul Sloane, an expert in lateral thinking and innovation, discusses problem-solving, memory improvement, and building rapport. He emphasizes challenging assumptions in the workplace and the value of thinking humorously. He also explores the importance of memory in a tech-driven society and shares techniques to improve recall. The podcast covers favorite quotes, studies, and tools related to thinking and innovation, including the innovator's dilemma and the Debono 6 Thinking Hats tool. Additionally, the power of expressing appreciation and subscribing to the podcast is highlighted.

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Oren Jay Sofer teaches contemplative practices to improve focus, energy, and quality of life. He discusses the five-item list for better focus, being unstoppable against procrastination, and a three-second trick for boosting energy. Other topics include mindfulness in parenting, developing attention skills, shifting avoidance behaviors, personal development practices, and embracing contributions.

Todd Rogers, Co-author of Writing for Busy Readers, and Professor of Public Policy at Harvard’s Kennedy School, discusses principles for capturing the attention of busy readers. Topics include: improving your writing by asking critical questions, the trick to getting people to respond, creating associations to counter attack ads, writing concisely and making content skimmable, the importance of being excellent at your job, and effective editing tools for busy writers.

Dr. Tim Elmore, Founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, reveals the keys to transforming generational differences into opportunities for enhanced collaboration. They discuss interacting with each generation, turning conflict into harmony, and leveraging generational diversity as a competitive advantage at work. They also emphasize the importance of understanding and connecting with people from different generations for collaboration and personal growth.

Henna Pryor, Workplace Performance Expert, Author, and Executive Coach, reframes awkwardness and shows how we can turn it into a superpower by embracing it. The podcast discusses the negative consequences of catering to others' expectations in the workplace, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of embracing awkward conversations around diversity and inclusion. It also explores how awkwardness can be seen as a strength, delves into the concept of cringe comedy and its effects, and provides strategies to transform awkwardness into a source of strength and power. Plus, it shares favorite quotes, books, tools, and habits related to embracing awkwardness for personal growth.

Karen Eber, author and leadership consultant, shares neuroscience insights on maximizing attention and impact in communication. She discusses the power of storytelling, transforming annoying experiences, and the five factory settings of the brain. Learn about crafting engaging stories in a professional setting and the significance of emotions in driving behavior.

Dr. Kirstin Ferguson, leadership expert and best-selling author, shares insights on modern leadership by blending head and heart. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, listening in meetings, and surrounding oneself with diverse opinions. The 'word to wisdom ratio' technique and learning from missteps are highlighted. The chapter also discusses the study on chess grandmasters, favorite tools and habits for success, and the key nugget of leadership: everyone is a leader.

Maggie Jackson, award-winning author, and journalist, discusses the power of uncertainty and how it enhances learning. She shares strategies for managing the fear of uncertainty and explores the benefits of embracing uncertainty for personal growth. The podcast also highlights the invigorating effects of cold weather swimming and the power of conflict and dissent in teamwork.

Chuck Wisner, president of Wisner Consulting, discusses the four universal types of conversation and how to maximize their effectiveness. Topics include overcoming limiting stories, improving collaboration, deconstructing narratives in business, examining unconscious standards, the value of worry in decision-making, and shifting mindsets for better conversations.