3 minutes max. - Human Skills in the Age of AI (English version)

Welcome to the Friday episode of "3 Minutes Max." In this brief yet insightful podcast, Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules explore the persistent challenge of sticking to fitness goals and how to transform them into lasting habits. Andre shares his personal fitness setup as an incentive to inspire listeners to make reaching their goals easier. The key takeaway here is the importance of accessib...

In this engaging episode of 3 Minutes Max - Human Skills in the Age of AI, Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules introduce the WOOP method, a simple yet powerful tool for setting and achieving goals both personally and professionally. The episode begins with a fascinating insight from a study by Gail Matthews, highlighting the impact of sharing progress with others. This sets the stage for a pract...

Welcome to the Monday edition of "3 Minutes Max", where Andre Ottlik and Jules, his AI partner, guide you through practical steps for preparing for the future of work. In this episode, as we approach the end of the year, they focus on setting ambitious goals for 2026. Andre shares a key exercise inspired by Stefan Merath’s book "The Path to Successful Entrepreneurship". For 16 years, he’s been set...

In this episode of "3 Minutes Max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI," Andre and his AI co-host Jules dive into optimizing your workflow across multiple browser tabs, highlighting the surprising cognitive and efficiency benefits. By using AI assistants, you can consolidate data from various tabs or web apps like a pro and extract valuable insights without overwhelming yourself. Andre shares a person...

In today's episode of "3 Minutes Max — Human Skills in the Age of AI," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host, Jules, delve into how the latest AI browsers can streamline your web tasks. By minimizing unnecessary website navigation, these tools can free up your time and increase productivity. Andre introduces Tip Number 1: Conduct an analog inventory. With just a paper and pen, note down your typical web...

Join Andre and his AI co-host Jules in today's episode of "3 Minutes Max," where they explore how to ensure your use of AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity keeps you closer to the truth. This dynamic duo delivers short, actionable steps to improve your research skills in the fast-evolving world of AI-enhanced browsers, introducing Google's new AI mode and the innovative Atlas and Comet b...

Explore the nuances of High Context Communication in today's episode of "3 Minutes Max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI". Andre Ottlik and his AI partner, Jules, dive into how indirect forms of communication are shaped by context—relationships, shared experiences, and unspoken rules—which makes them challenging to grasp without shared understanding. In a world increasingly relying on AI partners,...

In this episode of "3 Minutes Max – Human Skills in the Age of AI," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host, Jules, tackle the art of low-context communication, highlighting its significance, especially when international projects begin to lose momentum. Many Western countries like the USA, Australia, and Germany are accustomed to a direct style of communication, which can help prevent misunderstandings a...

Welcome to the Monday episode of "3 Minutes Max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI," a podcast dedicated to preparing you for the future of work alongside the AI co-host, Jules. This week, dive into the nuances of Low and High Context Communication. Understand how different cultural contexts can lead to fewer misunderstandings, quicker agreements, and better collaboration, especially in diverse team...

In this engaging episode of "3 Minutes Max," Andre Ottlik and Jules delve into the productivity technique of timeboxing and how it can enhance your focus and quality of work in the Age of AI. Andre emphasizes that timeboxing is not scientifically proven to double productivity but highlights its benefits in reducing stress and boosting motivation. Jules adds that artificial time pressure can help y...

In today's episode of "3 minutes max.," Andre Ottlik explores the application of Pareto's 80/20 Principle in the workplace with his AI co-host, Jules. Discover how the majority of your results can be achieved with only a fraction of the effort. Andre shares that while striving for perfection might seem appealing, it can often lead to inefficiencies and diminished outcomes. The podcast offers two a...

Welcome to another insightful episode of **3 Minutes Max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI**, where Andre Ottlik and Jules, his AI co-host, discuss innovative ways to enhance your work-life efficiency by tackling interruptions head-on. Today's episode highlights the classic Eisenhower Diagram, a powerful tool for distinguishing between what is urgent and what is truly important. With 58 billion eur...

In this episode of "3 Minutes Max. - Human Skills in the Age of AI," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules explore the art of steering meetings with strategic interruptions and smart questioning. Inspired by a Deloitte survey, we embark on a journey to enhance team innovation through active participation. Andre introduces two actionable tips to transform your meetings over the weekend. Tip 1: Hone...

Welcome to the Wednesday episode of "3 Minutes Max – Human Skills in the Age of AI." Today's focus is on moderation techniques, essential for leading meetings with more focus and productive contributions in the age of AI. Join Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules as they delve into strategies you can implement within the next 48 hours. The episode offers two actionable tips for improving your mod...

Join Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules in this insightful episode of "3 Minutes Max – Human Skills in the Age of AI" as they navigate the art of making meetings more productive and impactful. Unproductive meetings can take a toll on everyone's time, and this week, the focus is on turning that around with practical steps and AI support. In today’s Monday episode, discover how proper preparation...

Building rapport doesn't have to require big gestures or grand conversations. In today's episode of "3 minutes max.," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules delve into the power of small commonalities in creating stronger connections and trust in both personal and professional settings. Did you know that even superficial commonalities like shared hobbies or the same first name can boost sympathy an...

Explore how subtle mirroring can enhance trust and rapport in your professional interactions in this episode of "3 Minutes Max." Andre Ottlik and AI co-host Jules delve into the power of aligning gestures, speech, and posture to create natural resonance and build genuine connections. Discover how just a few small adjustments can make a big difference. Learn why our mirror neuron system makes synch...

In this episode of "3 minutes max.," Andre and his AI co-host Jules dive into the art of rapport, emphasizing the vital role of listening in building stronger connections. With their unique dynamic—Andre's warm and practical insights complementing Jules' curious and playful nature—they explore how a deepened understanding can enhance team communication and trust in the Age of AI. Andre suggests tr...

In this episode of "3 Minutes Max," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules delve into the intriguing concept of the "second brain" located in your gut. Discover how this often-overlooked enteric nervous system plays a vital role in decision-making and how top executives leverage their gut feelings to make powerful decisions quickly. Andre and Jules provide practical tips to enhance your intuition o...

In this episode of "3 minutes max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules explore the uniquely human challenge of making decisions. While decisions seem naturally straightforward for AI like Jules, humans often grapple with rational versus gut-based choices—a fascinating aspect given that Homo Sapiens have a relatively recent history with rational decision-making,...

Join Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules in the "3 minutes max." podcast as they dive into the fascinating world of decision-making in the age of AI. Did you know you make between 20,000 to 35,000 decisions daily, with the vast majority happening unconsciously? In this lively episode, Andre and Jules explore how you can bring more awareness into your decision-making process, helping you be more...

In this episode of '3 Minutes Max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI,' join Andre Ottlik and Jules for insights into the art of giving effective feedback. Feedback is crucial for building trust and promoting collaboration within teams. A study by the Center for Creative Leadership indicates that teams receiving regular constructive feedback can see productivity improvements of up to 30%. Learn how b...

In this episode of "3 minutes max.," Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules delve into the art of accepting feedback without the emotional turmoil. Andre shares insights into how those who actively listen to feedback tend to develop more effectively over time, as opposed to those who defensively block it. Avoiding such defensiveness is crucial as it encourages a steady flow of constructive feedback...

Welcome to the latest episode of "3 minutes max. – Human Skills in the Age of AI," where Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host, Jules, uncover the irreplaceable value of human feedback in the workplace. In this episode, we explore why human feedback remains crucial despite the growing presence of AI. Andre shares a personal story about how feedback from his mentor, Chris, shaped his reliability and inte...

Fear of public speaking affects nearly 75% of people, making it a common barrier to effective communication. In today's "3 Minutes Max." podcast, Andre Ottlik and his AI partner, Jules, delve into strategies that can help you overcome this fear—all from the comfort of your home. Andre offers the first tip: embellish your next story. Practice it in a safe environment, such as with family or friends...