420: How to Break Free from Distracting Devices with Brian Solis

Popular productivity blogger Ben Elijah of inkandben.com fame teaches how to form effective habits and provides pro-tips on determining optimal contexts to rock your to-do list.You’ll learn:1) The importance of context in your day-to-day to-do list, and how you can use it most effectively2) How Ben jots down ideas while in the shower (and now I do too)3) How to ingrain new habits by using the habit loopAbout BenAuthor of The Productivity Habits, Ben studies how our relationship with information affects the way we live and work. As a writer who straddles science and the arts, Ben has a uniquely analytical approach to problems such as information overload, life goals, and well-being.Items Mentioned in the ShowBen Elijah’s book, The Productivity HabitsGetting Things Done by David AllenAquaNotesThe Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggJohn Cleese’s speech on creativityBen Elijah’s websiteThe discovery of the Higgs Boson particle1984 by George OrwellPolitics and the English Language by George OrwellBen Elijah’s twitterView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep42See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

29 Jul 201634min

Legendary speech coach Dr. Nick Morgan shares verbal and nonverbal keys to making a powerful impression. You’ll Learn How to hook audience attention in presentations What vocal cues can unconsciously undermine how your peers see you Keys to cooperating with the adrenaline that speaking produces About Nick Dr. Nick Morgan is one of America’s top communication theorists and coaches. He has spoken, led conferences, and moderated panels at venues around the world. Nick is a former Fellow at the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. He founded Public Words Inc, a consulting firm specializing in communications, in 1997. Nick has been commissioned by Fortune 50 companies to write for many CEOs and presidents. He has coached people to give Congressional testimony, to appear on the Today Show, and to deliver an unforgettable TED talk. He has worked widely with political and educational leaders. Nick helps people find clarity in their thinking and ideas, developing thought leaders – and coaches them to deliver their ideas with panache.  View transcript, show notes, and links at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep41 Copyright © Optimality See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Jul 201640min

Business communication guru Casey Hawley shares tips and tricks for delicate conversations around the office.You’ll learn:1. How to deal with your ‘dragons’2. Key words and phrases for dealing with a bad boss.3. How to enroll others in mentoring you and championing your ideasAbout CaseyCasey Hawley teaches at Georgia State University and has consulted clients such as the NFL, Department of the Interior, and over a dozen Fortune 500 corporations on communication. She conducts workshops on writing and speaking for professionals.Items mentioned in the show:Casey’s book, 100 Plus Tactics for Office PoliticsThe Greatest Management Principle in the World by Michael LeboeufCasey’s emailView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep40See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

25 Jul 201631min

Author William Poundstone discusses the importance of knowledge in your head the modern era.You’ll learn:1. Why it’s important to still have general knowledge in the era of Google2. Why those who listen to podcasts tend to be the most informed people of all 😉3. It’s nearly impossible for humans to be unpredictable.About WilliamWilliam Poundstone is the author of 15 books, including Fortune’s Formula, which was named Amazon Editors’ pick for #1 Nonfiction Book of the year. He has written for The New York Times Book Review, Village Voice, Esquire, Harpers, The Believer, The Economist, and Harvard Business Review. Poundstone lives in Los Angeles.Items mentioned in the show:William’s latest book Head in the Cloud and Rock Breaks ScissorsDunning Kruger EffectThe Confidence Man by Herman MelvilleWizard For StatisticsWilliam’s WebsiteView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep39See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Jul 201631min

Author Greg McKeown expounds the idea of essentialism--the disciplined pursuit of less, but better. You’ll Learn: The meaning of essentialism and why to eliminate non-essentials. How to use extreme criteria to determine priority. The power and importance of having some buffer time. About GregOriginally from London, England, Greg McKeown is the author of the New York Times bestseller, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less” and the founder of THIS, Inc, a company with a mission to inspire millions of people to design their essential mission in life. Their clients include Adobe, Apple, Airbnb, Cisco, Google, Facebook, Pixar, Salesforce.com, Symantec, Twitter, VMware and Yahoo! View transcript, show notes, links, and more at http://AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep38. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Jul 201634min

Professor Michael Marquardt explains how great questions make for great leadership.You’ll learn:How to use questions to solve problems and build relationshipsWhat makes a question greatHow to avoid disempowering questionsAbout MikeDr. Michael Marquardt is a senior consultant with Aspire Consulting, Professor of Human Resource Development and International Affairs, and Program Director of Overseas Programs at George Washington University. Mike also serves as President of the World Institute for Action Learning.He has held a number of senior management, training, and marketing positions in major organizations. Dr. Marquardt has trained more than 100,000 managers in nearly 150 countries. He’s consulted many major organizations such as Microsoft, United Nations Development Program, Samsung, Singapore Airlines, and the governments of Indonesia, Zambia, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Honduras, Swaziland, and many others.Mike is the author of 24 books and over 100 professional articles in the fields of leadership, learning, globalization, and organizational change. He has received the International Practitioner of the Year Award from the American Society for Training and Development.Items Mentioned in the Show:Center for Creative Leadership StudyMike’s book, Leading With QuestionsThe World Institute For Action LearningSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 Jul 201641min

Old friend and Team Clock originator Steve Ritter shares his experiences on the key differentiators of toxic vs. healthy teams… and key steps for making the leap.You’ll learn:1. Why strategic planning is often a monumental failure2. The pillars of Ritter’s Team Clock model for successful teaming3. Common behaviors that cause dysfunction in teams –and how to correct themAbout SteveSteve Ritter has served as a human resources leader, teacher, author, and consultant. He is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Founder and CEO of the Team Clock Institute, the Managing Director of the Midwest Institute & Center for Workplace Innovation, and the author of Team Clock: A Guide to Breakthrough Teams and Useful Pain: Why Your Relationships Need Struggle. Steve is on the faculty of the Center for Professional Excellence at Elmhurst. He is the former Senior Vice President and Director of Human Resources at Leaders Bank, which won the #1 Best Place to Work in Illinois in 2006 the APA’s Psychologically Healthy Workplace Award in 2010. Steve consults organizations including Kraft Foods, Kellogg’s, Advocate Health Care, the Chicago White Sox, Northwestern Mutual, the Illinois Hospital Association, and Starcom Worldwide.Items MentionedTeam Clock WebsiteTeam Clock ManualSteve’s book, Team ClockSteve’s book, Useful PainWhat to Do When it’s Your Turn by Seth GodinView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep36See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Jul 201640min

Lee Caraher separates fact from fiction when it comes to millennials, and discusses how to work through intergenerational conflict.You’ll learn:1) Just what defines a millennial, exactly? And why do 72% of us reject the label?2) What’s actually different about millennials vs. traditional generational bashing?3) How to coordinate well cross-generationally.About LeeLee Caraher started Double Forte in 2002 to work with good people, doing great work for good companies. Her friends and colleagues call her “The Millennial Whisperer.”After struggling with how to work well with Millennial clients and now staffers (more than half of Lee’s staff is under 35) and then working to figure out how to make that work, Lee has written a positive and practical book about the topic, “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work.”She served as the Vice President of Corporate and Consumer Communications at the $1.6 Billion SEGA of America—their youngest US VP. She then served as Executive Vice President of The Weber Group and Founder and President of Red Whistle Communications, both Interpublic companies. Lee is active in the community and currently serves on numerous boards.A graduate of Carleton College, with a degree in Medieval History, which she finds useful every day, Lee lives on the Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their blind cat Al.Items Mentioned in the ShowEducational Resource, Khan AcademyPrimal Leadership by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, and Annie McKeeLee Caraher’s book, Millennials & ManagementLee Caraher’s WebsiteLee Caraher’s Twitter feedView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep35See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 Jul 201642min