How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Broadcaster Ken Coleman guides us in discovering what we’re created to do… and how to see that dream become a reality.   You'll Learn: The litmus test for your passion The “nuclear option” for dealing with a difficult teammate or boss What to do when you’re burnt out at work but can’t leave just yet   About Ken: Ken Coleman is host of The Ken Coleman Show and EntreLeadership Podcast, and author of One Question: Life-Changing Answers from Today’s Leading Voices. Ken is an acclaimed interviewer and broadcaster who equips, encourages and entertains listeners through thought-provoking interviews, helping them grow their businesses, pursue their passions, and move toward a fulfilled purpose. You can follow him on Twitter at @KenColeman, on Instagram at @KenWColeman, and online at kencolemanshow.com or facebook.com/KenColemanHost.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep258 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Helmi 201844min

Turi McKinley talks intuitive design thinking as an alternative approach to problem solving.You’ll Learn:1) The importance of human empathy in problem solving2) Three keys to apply the design thinking process in your organization3) Pro-tips for getting brilliant ideas flowing when you collaborateAbout Turi Turi McKinley is the Executive Director of Org Activation at frog design. Turi’s 15+ years in design encompasses design research, interaction and service design, and currently focuses on driving change within innovative teams and organizations. Turi leads frog’s capability building and process design practice across frog’s global studios, and with frog’s clients. With clients, she had led transformation efforts for GE as they developed a user centered software capability; for health insurance companies seeking to develop new customer relationships; and CPG firms developing ways of working faster and more iteratively.Items Mentioned in this Show:Turi’s Company: Frog DesignTuri’s Course on Linkedin LearningBook: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le GuinFreakonomics Radio Podcast: How to Launch a Behavior Change RevolutionView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep257. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 Helmi 201841min

Author & trainer Mark Murphy explores the intersections of diplomacy, truthfulness, and difficult conversations at work.   You'll Learn: Top reasons why people don’t tell the truth at work Common phrases that create defensiveness Why having a difficult conversation is better than just fixing the problem yourself   About Mark: Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author, weekly contributor to Forbes, ranked as a Top 30 Leadership Guru and the Founder of Leadership IQ. He’s trained leaders at the United Nations, Harvard Business School, the Clinton Foundation, Microsoft, MasterCard, SHRM, and hundreds more organizations. He has written several award-winning books on leadership and been featured in many premiere media outlets.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep256 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

31 Tammi 201851min

Tradecraft founder Russ Klusas discusses optimal decision-making amid life goals, recognizing avoidable failures, and learning from the successes and failures of Silicon Valley.You’ll Learn:1) How to understand and use bounded rationality2) How to identify avoidable failures3) The good and the bad from Silicon ValleyAbout Russ Russell Klusas is the Founder of Tradecraft, a full time, in-person immersive training program for people who want to work in startups. He was also previously the CEO of Big Lobby, and the Entrepreneur-in-Residence of Founder Institute. He attended the University of Illinois.Items Mentioned in this Show:Russ’ Company: TradecraftBook: Seeking Wisdom from Darwin to Munger by Peter BevelinBook: The Minto Pyramid Principle by Barbara MintoTerm: Bounded Rationality by Herbert SimonCognitive Bias cheatsheetPrevious Episode: 127: Making Better Decisions with Matt BodnarProduct: Microsoft Surface StudioView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep255. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

28 Tammi 201851min

Fellow podcaster Paula Pant shares her expertise on mastering your personal finances, caring for your career, and making wise decisions.   You'll Learn: How to afford anything...but not everything Why self-care is career care How to successfully prep for newer and bigger obstacles   About Paula: Paula Pant is the founder of the award-winning website AffordAnything.com and a writer and speaker specializing in money, business and real estate investing. She has been featured more than four dozen times in major publications, including Forbes, Fortune, Money.com, AOL DailyFinance, Marketplace Money, Kiplinger, Bloomberg Business, Inc. Magazine, Business Insider, and many more.   View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep254 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

26 Tammi 201843min

Stanford instructor Matt Abrahams teaches techniques to calm speaking anxieties…from managing procrastination to cooling body temperatures, and more.You’ll Learn:1) How to attack both the symptoms and sources of speaking anxiety2) Why to envision communication as a conversation instead of a performance3) How long to make eye contactAbout Matt Matt Abrahams is a passionate, collaborative and innovative educator and coach. He teaches Effective Virtual Communication and Essentials of Strategic Communication at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business. Matt is also Co-Founder and Principal at Bold Echo Communications Solutions, a presentation and communication skills company based in Silicon Valley that helps people improve their presentation skills. Matt recently published the third edition of his book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out, a book written to help the millions of people who wish to present in a more confident and compelling way.Items Mentioned in this Show:Matt’s Book: Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: 50 Techniques for Confident and Compelling PresentingMatt’s Websites: BoldEcho.com and No Freaking SpeakingMatt’s Improv Class: Improvisationally SpeakingApp: LikeSoApp: OraiApp: UmmoBook: Give Your Speech, Change The World by Dr. Nick MorganBook: Improv Wisdom: Don’t Prepare, Just Show Up by Patricia MadsonPrior Episode: 024: A Speech Coach in Your Pocket with Ummo’s Anshul BhagiPrior Episode: 041: Developing a Powerful Presence with Dr. Nick MorganTED Talk: Amy Cuddy: Your body language may shape who you areView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep253. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23 Tammi 201848min

Edgar Papke explores “design thinking” and best practices to foster unpredictable, creative, innovative ideas.You’ll Learn:1) How three distinct workplace cultures solve problems differently2) The process of successful curious confrontation3) How to choose which problems are worth pursuingAbout Edgar Edgar Papke is an author, speaker and globally recognized expert in business alignment, leadership and organizational culture. He is the author of True Alignment: Linking Company Culture to Customer Needs for Extraordinary Results, The Elephant in the Boardroom, and numerous essays and articles on business and culture. Edgar provides coaching and consulting to CEO’s and executives, delivers keynote speeches and presentations, and works with leadership teams to improve their alignment. He was recently honored as the Impact and International Speaker of the Year by Vistage, the world’s largest organization for CEOs. Worldwide, over 20,000 executives and leaders have attended his workshops.Items Mentioned in this Show:Sponsored message: Save on shipping with Pitney BowesEdgar’s Book: Innovation by Design with Thomas LockwoodEdgar’s Book: True AlignmentEdgar’s Website: InnoAlignment.comAuthor: Peter DruckerBook: Catcher in the Rye by J. D. SalingerBook: Book of Longing by Leonard CohenView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep252. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

21 Tammi 201845min

Mike Lewis shares his journey from professional private equity to professional squash and provides perspective on how/when/why to jump into what you really want to do.You’ll Learn:1) When it’s time to jump2) The right mindset for taking your jump3) Actionable ways to tune into your internal voice and deepest desiresAbout Mike Mike Lewis is the Founder and CEO of When to Jump, a global curated community featuring the individuals, stories, and ideas relating to leaving something comfortable in order to pursue a passion. Launched in 2016, the platform has attracted millions of impressions through digital and print media, in-person experiences, and collaborations with leading brands including Airbnb and Lululemon. In January 2018, his book, When to Jump: If the Job You Have Isn’t the Life You Want (Henry Holt Macmillan) releases worldwide. The book features over forty case studies with insights, frameworks and guidance around when to pursue a passion.Items Mentioned in this Show:Mike’s Book: When to JumpMike’s Website: WhenToJump.comBook: Escape from Cubicle Nation by Pamela SlimBook: Bored and Brilliant by Manoush ZomorodiBook: Shoe Dog by Phil KnightBook: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. FranklTool: Zoom H1 recorderView transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep251. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 Tammi 201839min