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 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.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 43min
1025: Boosting Your Learning and Presenting with the Science of Memory with Dr. Charan Ranganath
Dr. Charan Ranganath, a Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at UC Davis, dives into the complex world of memory. He explains how emotions can significantly shape our memory and decision-making. Listeners learn strategies to enhance retention, including the '4 C's of memorable messaging.' Ranganath also discusses the brain's mechanics of forming and recalling memories, likening them to building with Lego blocks, and highlights how effective presentations can engage and educate audiences.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 47min
1024: Crafting your Own Ideal Time Management System with Anna Dearmon Kornick
Join time management coach Anna Dearmon Kornick, a dynamic speaker and founder of the It’s About Time Academy, as she shares her expertise in effective time strategies. Discover how to craft a personalized time management system that aligns with your lifestyle. Learn to minimize distractions from small tasks and implement theme days for better focus. Anna emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in productivity and showcases her HEART Method to help professionals thrive without feeling overwhelmed.
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Jan 13, 2025 • 36min
1023: Finding More Purpose and Flow through Breathwork with Francesca Sipma
Francesca Sipma, author of "Unblock Your Purpose" and founder of Mastry, shares powerful insights on breathwork. She explains how breathwork can lead to greater clarity and emotional resilience, uniquely combining hypnosis with breathing techniques. The conversation dives into the science behind breathwork and its benefits for mood and stress management, surpassing traditional meditation methods. Sipma also recounts her journey from the corporate world to breathwork coaching, emphasizing personal growth and discovering one's true purpose.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 35min
1022: How–and Why–to Stop Overapologizing with Shira Miller
Shira Miller, an award-winning keynote speaker and Chief Communications Officer at National DCP, discusses the perils of overapologizing. She shares how excessive apologies can undermine personal and professional confidence, particularly for women. Shira offers five actionable steps to curb this habit and tackle self-doubt caused by negative self-talk. Listeners will enjoy her insights on cultivating self-worth and fostering a positive work environment, all while empowering themselves to own their achievements.
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Jan 6, 2025 • 40min
1021: How to Push Past Fear and Build Audacity with Anne Marie Anderson
Anne Marie Anderson, a three-time Emmy-winning broadcaster for ESPN and author, shares her insights on conquering fear to pursue audacious dreams. She discusses four reasons why people get stuck and offers two techniques to tame the inner critic. Listeners learn to embrace rejection as a growth opportunity and how curiosity can combat anxiety. Additionally, she emphasizes the value of structured time management and a supportive network, urging everyone to prioritize personal growth over urgency.
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Jan 2, 2025 • 42min
1020: The Three Keys to Being Inspirational with Adam Galinsky
Adam Galinsky, a renowned social psychologist from Columbia Business School, discusses how anyone can become a more inspiring leader. He shares practical strategies to uplift others and introduces a 15-minute exercise that boosts visionary thinking. Galinsky emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding individual needs in leadership, using personal stories. He also highlights the transformative power of written praise in fostering positive relationships. Lastly, he explains how reflecting on personal values can amplify leadership impact.
