How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Master coach Dr. Marcia Reynolds reveals how to prompt more lightbulb moments through reflective inquiry.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why coaching is simpler than you think   2) How to shift into the ideal state of mind   3) Your most powerful coaching tool   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep932 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT MARCIA —  Dr....

R. Michael Anderson shares how vulnerability can be your greatest strength as a leader.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why to be more open about your struggles   2) The drivers behind your worst decisions   3) The key relationship that everyone overlooks   Subscribe or visit   AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep931  for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT MICHAEL —&n...

Nick Desbarats breaks down the surprisingly common mistakes we make when visualizing data–and shares basic principles for communicating data more effectively.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why most charts are confusing or ineffective   2) The top three mistakes people make with charts   3) Why a “neutral” chart is an ineffective chart   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep93...

Kelli Thompson reveals how to beat the cycle of overwhelm through smarter delegation.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why you seem less capable when you don’t delegate   2) The four mindsets that hinder effective delegation   3) How to ensure others don’t screw up delegated tasks   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep929 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT...

Matthew Pollard shares networking wisdom that anyone, particularly introverts, can use for great benefit.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The best way to answer “What do you do?”   2) The two relationships that will transform your network   3) The simple trick to get people interested in your expertise   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep928 for clickable versions of the lin...

Dr. Steven Rogelberg explains why one-on-one meetings are so critical—and shares best practices for both managers and employees.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why having more one-on-ones actually saves time   2) How to create a meeting agenda that works   3) The right way to ask your manager for help   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep927 for clickable versions of the lin...

Jeremie Kubicek shares how to end misunderstandings with the five codes of communication.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The root of every misunderstanding    2) The simple trick to consistently meet people’s expectations   3) How to repair damaged relationships   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep926 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT JEREMIE —&n...

Dr. Aziz Gazipura explains the dangers of people-pleasing tendencies and shares actionable steps for overcoming it.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The massive costs of being a people-pleaser   2) How to not feel guilty when saying no   3) A surprising strategy to build your discomfort tolerance   Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep925 for clickable versions of the links belo...

Jacquelyn Lane shows why being coachable is the key to career progression–and how to improve your coachability.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The 4 key elements of coachability.  2) How to reframe how you view feedback.  3) What to do when you’re running low on motivation.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep924 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT JACQU...

Michael McQueen reveals the keys to persuading even the most stubborn minds.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why data and evidence don’t change minds.  2) How to sell change to anyone.  3) A surprising way to make people more agreeable.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep923 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT MICHAEL —  Michael McQueen has spent th...

Herminia Ibarra shares counter-intuitive perspectives on how to make successful career transitions.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How to craft and execute your “identity experiments.” 2) How to figure out your next best option in two questions.  3) How to reach out and build your network .  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep922 for clickable versions of the links below.  —...

Former NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino shares powerful insights on how to push past failure and achieve the impossible.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The 30-second rule for dealing with failure.  2) The trick to getting along with people you dislike.  3) The most important lesson Mike learned while in space.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep921 for clickable versions of th...

Dr. Noor Ali simplifies the beast of United States health insurance—and shares insider tips for making the most out of yours.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How to evaluate the biggest non-salary piece of your compensation.  2) Why you shouldn’t limit yourself to your company’s health insurance.  3) What most people overlook when it comes to insurance.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAt...

Sean Patton reveals his warrior mindset to help maximize your potential and performance.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How to get better at feeling grateful.  2) The root of every workplace failure–and how to overcome it.  3) The coaching approach that really works.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep919 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT SEAN — ...

Paul Sloane discusses how to become more innovative and effective by adopting different styles of thinking.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The top question to ask when problem-solving.  2_ The simple trick for improving your memory.  3) How to build rapport with anyone with one phrase.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep918 for clickable versions of the links below.  —...

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Oren Jay Sofer shares how to engage contemplative practices to improve your focus, energy, and quality of life.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The five-item list that will help you focus better.  2) How to be unstoppable in the face of procrastination.  3) The three-second trick for boosting energy.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep917 for clickable versions of the links...

Todd Rogers shares powerful writing principles to help capture your busy audience’s attention.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why people aren’t reading—and what to do about it   2) The critical question that will improve your writing   3) The simple trick to get people to respond to your request Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep916 for clickable versions of the links below.&nbs...

Tim Elmore reveals the keys to transforming generational differences into opportunities for enhanced collaboration.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How generalizations across the generations can be both helpful and harmful 2) The do’s and don'ts of interacting with each generation 3) The keys to turning generational conflict into team harmony Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep915 for click...

Henna Pryor reframes awkwardness and shows how we can turn it into a superpower.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How not embracing awkwardness is hurting our performance.  2) How to work out your awkwardness muscles.  3) How to release the discomfort that follows awkward moments.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep914 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT...

Karen Eber shares neuroscience insights to help you maximize attention and impact in your communications.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why storytelling dramatically increases your influence.  2) The five factory settings of the brain.  3) The key to creating memorable stories.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep913 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT...

Kirstin Ferguson shares how modern leaders can best meet the challenge of the new work landscape.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why traditional leadership is lacking–and what you should do instead.  2) Why you may not be as self-aware as you think.  3) Why you might want to talk less in your next meeting.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep912 for clickable versions of the...

Maggie Jackson talks about the power of uncertainty and how to harness it.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How uncertainty enhances learning.  2) How to manage the fear of uncertainty.  3) How routine can hold us back.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep911 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT MAGGIE —  Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and j...

Chuck Wisner reveals the four universal types of conversation—and shares advice on how to maximize the effectiveness of each.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The four universal types of conversations—and why they matter.  2) How to stop your stories from limiting you.  3) The fundamental pattern for better collaboration.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep910 for clickable v...

Tracy Maylett and Tim Vandehey reveal the reasons why we often end up quitting before achieving our goals.  — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why we often fail to finish things–and how to fix it.  2) The two things that will help you get through any task.  3) How to break the cycle of failure with MAGIC.  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep908 for clickable versions of the links...