• 1050: How to Shift Your Mood and Keep Your Cool with Dr. Ethan Kross
    Apr 17 2025

    Ethan Kross shares simple, science-backed tools for managing your emotions.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) When avoidance is actually helpful

    2) Effortless strategies for quickly shifting your mood

    3) The emotional regulation framework used by the Navy SEALs


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    — ABOUT ETHAN —

    Ethan Kross, PhD, author of the national bestseller Chatter, is one of the world’s leading experts on emotion regulation. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan’s top ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the Director of the Emotion and Self-Control Laboratory.

    Ethan has participated in policy discussion at the White House and has been interviewed about his research on CBS Evening News, Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Full Circle, and NPR’s Morning Edition. His research has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Science. He completed his BA at the University of Pennsylvania and his PhD at Columbia University.

    • Book: Shift: Managing Your Emotions--So They Don't Manage You

    • Book: Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It

    • Study: “Remotely administered non-deceptive placebos reduce COVID-related stress, anxiety, and depression” with Darwin A. Guevarra, Christopher T. Webster, Jade N. Moros, and Jason S. Moser

    • Website: EthanKross.com


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Book: The Lincoln Letter: A Peter Fallon Novel (Peter Fallon and Evangeline Carrington) by William Martin

    • Book: Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life by Susan David

    • Book: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

    • Book: The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay: A Novel by Michael Chabon

    • Past episode: 023: The Power of Workplace Humor with Michael Kerr

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    37 mins
  • 1049: What Dyslexia Can Teach Us About Creativity, Problem Solving, and Critical Thinking with Kate Griggs
    Apr 14 2025
    Kate Griggs discusses the untapped power of dyslexic thinking—and how professionals everywhere can harness it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why dyslexia matters for everyone in the workplace 2) The surprising indicators that you may be dyslexic 3) How anyone can develop dyslexic thinking skills Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1049 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATE — Kate is a proud dyslexic thinker and has dedicated her career to shifting the narrative on Dyslexia and educating people on its strengths. She has written two best-selling books on Dyslexic Thinking, published by Penguin: This Is Dyslexia and Xtraordinary People, and has shared her wealth of expertise in Made By Dyslexia’s free training courses for schools and workplaces on Microsoft Learn and LinkedIn Learning. She is one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices and is also the host of the chart-topping podcast, Lessons In Dyslexic Thinking, and the presenter on the University of Dyslexic Thinking DyslexicU courses. Her innovative approach to social change and advocacy has garnered global recognition, with major publications including BBC Morning Live, This Morning, and Harvard Business Review covering her efforts. Her powerful TED talk has also inspired countless individuals and organizations to rethink how they perceive Dyslexia.• Book: This is Dyslexia • Book: Xtraordinary People: Made By Dyslexia • LinkedIn: Kate Griggs • Website: MadeByDyslexia.org • YouTube: Made By Dyslexia • Podcast: Lessons in Dyslexic Thinking — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “The Future of Jobs Report 2020” by the World Economic Forum • Report: "Intelligence 5.0" • Report: "The Value of Dyslexia" • Book: A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future by Dan Pink — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    30 mins
  • 1048: Transforming Insecurities into Strength and Action with Margie Warrell
    Apr 10 2025

    Margie Warrell explores how to build the courage to move beyond fear and unlock new possibilities.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) How to identify your insecurities and overcome them

    2) The two dimensions of courage

    3) How to take action despite your fear


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    — ABOUT MARGIE —

    Margie Warrell is a five-time best-selling author, keynote speaker, leadership coach, and Forbes columnist. With twenty-five years of experience living and working around the world, she has dedicated her life to helping others overcome fear and unlock their potential.

    From her humble beginnings on a small farm in rural Australia to her former role as a Senior Partner at Korn Ferry and Advisory Board member for the Forbes School of Business & Technology, Margie has learned that courage is essential for every worthwhile endeavor. A mother of four and an advocate for women's empowerment, she inspires others to live bravely and refuse to settle in any aspect of life.

    • Book: The Courage Gap: 5 Steps to Braver Action

    • LinkedIn: Margie Warrell

    • Podcast: Live Brave Podcast

    • Quiz: The Courage Quiz

    • Website: MargieWarrell.com


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Book: The Road Less Traveled, Timeless Edition: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck

    • Past episode: 552: The Foundational Principle that Separates Good Leaders from Bad Ones with Pat Lencioni

    • Past episode: 1034: Simple Shifts that Form Exceptional Teams with Keith Ferrazzi


    — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

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    38 mins
  • 1047: How to Reignite Purpose, Happiness, and Motivation at Work with Jennifer Moss
    Apr 7 2025
    Jennifer Moss gets to the heart of why so many are dissatisfied at work—and what we can do about it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The driving force behind our unhappiness at work 2) 20-minute practices that rebuild hope and morale 3) Why remote work isn’t the culprit for loneliness—and what is Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1047 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JENNIFER — Jennifer Moss specializes in future-focused leadership development, expertly balancing employee well-being with performance. As an award-winning writer and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, she specializes in transforming workplace culture using data-driven leadership strategies. She writes for Harvard Business Review, sat on the United Nations’ Global Happiness Council, was named to the Thinkers50 radar, and has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, CNN, Marketplace, TIME, Fortune, Fast Company, and more. Her book The Burnout Epidemic tackled employee burnout and was among Thinkers50's "10 Best New Management Books for 2022."• Book: Unlocking Happiness at Work: How a Data-driven Happiness Strategy Fuels Purpose, Passion and Performance • Book: Why Are We Here?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants • HBR Article: "Let’s End Toxic Productivity" • Website: Jennifer-Moss.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: World Happiness Report • Researcher: Dr. William Fleming • Book: A Little Life: A Novel by Hanya Yanagihara • Book: Thanks!: How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier by Robert Emmons • Previous episode: 201: How to be Happier at Work with Jennifer Moss • Previous episode: 586: Insights on Working from Home’s Largest-Ever Experiment with Nicholas Bloom — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Earth Breeze. See all that BambooHR can do at bamboohr.com/freedemo• Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    48 mins
  • 1046: Boosting Your Drive to Enjoy Sustainable Success with Molly Fletcher
    Apr 3 2025

    Molly Fletcher reveals the key to building a career that’s sustainable and fulfilling.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) How to stop the negative self-talk and shift your mindset

    2) Why burnout happens–and how to avoid it

    3) Practical steps to build lasting resilience


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    — ABOUT MOLLY —

    Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Molly Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. During her almost two-decade career, Molly negotiated over $500 million in contracts and represented over 300 of sports' biggest names.

    Now as a World's Top 50 Keynote Speaker, she delivers her inspiring message to audiences around the world. She is the author of multiple books, and her latest book, Dynamic Drive, became an instant USA Today #1 Non-Fiction Bestseller.

    • Book: Dynamic Drive: The Purpose-Fueled Formula for Sustainable Success

    • Free Tool: Alignment Audit

    • Podcast: Game Changers with Molly Fletcher

    • Website: MollyFletcher.com


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Book: Off Balance on Purpose: Embrace Uncertainty and Create a Life You Love by Dan Thurmon

    • Book: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

    • Past episode: 883: How to Thrive in Uncertainty and Chaos with Dan Thurmon


    — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

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    39 mins
  • 1045: How to Stop Overthinking and Build Mental Resilience with Joseph Nguyen
    Mar 31 2025

    Joseph Nguyen discusses the hidden relationship between thinking and suffering—and offers a powerful framework for achieving peace of mind.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) How to spot and stop negative judgments

    2) How to PAUSE overthinking

    3) How to beat procrastination with SPA


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    — ABOUT JOSEPH —

    Joseph Nguyen is the author of the #1 international bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think, which has been translated into 40+ languages. He is a writer who helps others realize who they truly are beyond their own thinking and conditioning to live an abundant life free from psychological and emotional suffering. When he's not busy petting his three cats that he's allergic to, he spends the rest of his time writing, teaching, speaking, and sharing timeless wisdom to help people discover their own divinity from within and how they are the answer they’ve been looking for their entire lives.

    • Book: Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your Thinking Is The Beginning & End Of Suffering (Beyond Suffering)

    • Website: JosephNguyen.org

    • YouTube: @itsjosephnguyen


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Study: "A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy One" by Matthew A. Killingsworth and Daniel T. Gilbert

    • Book: Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success by Napoleon Hill

    • Past episode: 429: A Navy SEAL’s Surprising Key to Building Unstoppable Teams: Caring

    • Past episode: 1037: A Better Approach to Chasing Goals: Tiny Experiments with Anne-Laure Le Cunff


    — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

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    46 mins
  • 1044: Becoming the Boss that Everyone Wants to Work For with Sabina Nawaz
    Mar 27 2025

    Sabina Nawaz shows you how to cope with the pressures that come with leadership.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) The perils of getting promoted

    2) Why asking for feedback isn’t enough

    3) The power of shutting up


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    — ABOUT SABINA —

    Sabina Nawaz is an elite executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions around the world. During her fourteen-year tenure at Microsoft, she went from managing software development teams to leading the company’s executive development and succession planning efforts for over 11,000 managers and nearly a thousand executives. She is the author of YOU’RE THE BOSS: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need).

    Book: You're the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need)

    • Website: SabinaNawaz.com


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Book: Martyr: A Novel by Kaveh Akbar

    • Book: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

    • Book: The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn't by Robert Sutton

    • Book: Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson

    • Past episode: 204: How to Survive the Jerks at Work with Robert Sutton


    — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

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    33 mins
  • 1043: How to Uncover Your Hidden Aptitudes and Choose the Work You’re Meant to Do with Betsy Wills
    Mar 24 2025

    Betsy Wills shares the science behind aptitudes and how to use them for a thriving career.


    — YOU’LL LEARN —

    1) Where most career assessments fall short

    2) Why a low aptitude score shouldn’t discourage you

    3) The root of boredom, frustration, and burnout


    Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1043 for clickable versions of the links below.


    — ABOUT BETSY —

    Betsy Wills is the co-author of Your Hidden Genius and a pioneer in democratizing aptitude assessments. A co-founder of YouScience, she helped bring formerly expensive assessments online, now serving over 25% of U.S. high schools and 600+ colleges. With a master’s in Leadership and Organization from Vanderbilt, Betsy specializes in career guidance, helping individuals align work with innate abilities. Her book empowers adults to uncover their strengths, make informed career choices, and lead fulfilling lives.

    • Book: Your Hidden Genius: The Science-Backed Strategy to Uncovering and Harnessing Your Innate Talents

    • Book site: YourHiddenGenius.com


    — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

    • Website: O*NET

    • Book: "The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook" by Hampton Sides

    • Past episode: 1006: A Navy SEAL Shares the Hidden Attributes Enabling Optimal Performance with Rich Diviney


    — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —

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    39 mins
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