How to Be Awesome at Your Job

Montana von Fliss shares her expert strategies for appearing more confident, no matter what you’re communicating.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to override your critical self-talk2) The #1 habit most communicators neglect3) Three simple tips to upgrade your presenceSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1127 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MONTANA — Montana von Fliss is a keynote speaker, public speaking coach, and CEO of Montana & Co., where she and her team help people deliver the best presentations of their careers. Her TEDx talk How to Be Confident (Even If You’re Not) has 3M+ views. With 17 years coaching at companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google, and 30+ years as an actor/director, Montana teaches speakers to show up with clarity, presence, and real confidence.• TEDx Talk: How to be confident (even if you’re not) | Montana von Fliss | TEDxBellevueWomen• Website: MontanaVonFliss.com• YouTube: The Montana von Fliss Show— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Art & Fear: Observations On the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking by David Bayles and Ted Orland• Book: James (Pulitzer Prize Winner): A Novel by Percival Everett• Past episode: 477: Speaking Confidently and Effectively with Diane DiResta• Past episode: 1118: Finding Consistent Motivation to Turn Intention into Action with Chris Bailey— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Katie O’Malley reveals her three-step listening method that fosters greater trust, connection, and understanding.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why attention is so quick to drift—and three ways to pull it back 2) What most miss with active listening3) Why shared experiences don’t build connection—and what doesSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1126 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATIE — Katie O’Malley is an Executive Coach and Leadership Educator with twenty (20) years of professional experience serving the nonprofit, education, and corporate sectors. Across these workplaces, Katie noticed her strengths and values consistently steered her toward the support and development of others. Since 2018, Katie has worked alongside hundreds of individual, team, and organizational clients as the Founder and Principal Coach of (en)Courage Coaching. Established with the noble mission of providing exceptional, financially accessible coaching services to Chicago area professionals, (en)Courage Coaching has grown to support individuals and businesses from around the world.• TEDx Talk: Attention We Give: Lessons From Listening for a Living | Katie O'Malley | M.Ed., BCC | TEDxAndover• Website: EncourageCoaching.org• Instagram: encouragecoachchicago— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Timequake by Kurt Vonnegut— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ravi Rajani shows you how to build meaningful relationships, one conversation at a time. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The Three C’s of building trust2) What makes people say, “Tell me more”3) Why compliments come across as insincereSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1125 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT RAVI — Ravi Rajani is an international keynote speaker, transformational coach and LinkedIn Learning instructor, with over 65,000 people having taken his courses on Conscious and Charismatic Communication. Widely seen as one of the world’s top communication experts, mission-driven leaders, entrepreneurs and organizations such as Oracle NetSuite, T-Mobile, and Sherwin-Williams have engaged Ravi to help them and their people become masterful communicators so they can build meaningful relationships that amplify revenue growth and cultivate a culture of trust.Off stage or camera, Ravi lives just outside of London, UK, with his wife, son, daughter and furry little West Highland Terrier. He loves the movie Limitless, a good stand-up comedian and a quintessentially British suit.• Book: Relationship Currency: Five Communication Habits For Limitless Influence and Business Success• LinkedIn: Ravi Rajani— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Processing of Social and Monetary Rewards in the Human Striatum” by Keise Izuma, Daisuke N. Saito, and Norihiro Sadato• Book: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jen Fisher discusses the strategic value of hope—and how leaders can harness it to improve wellbeing and transform the workplace. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why hope is a valid strategy in the workplace2) How a few words can kill or build hope3) How to counter your brain’s tendency to be overly criticalSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1124 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEN — Jen Fisher is a global authority on workplace wellbeing, the bestselling author of Work Better Together, and the founder and CEO of The Wellbeing Team.As Deloitte US's first chief wellbeing officer, she pioneered a groundbreaking, human-centered approach to work that gained international recognition and reshaped how organizations view wellbeing. Jen is also the creator and host of The WorkWell Podcast, a TEDx speaker, and a sought-after voice at events like Workhuman, SXSW, Milken Global Conference, and Happiness Camp. At the heart of Jen's work is the knowledge that hope is not just a feeling—it's a strategic imperative. She helps leaders harness hope as a catalyst for cultural transformation, guiding them to reimagine work as a force for human flourishing. She lives in Miami with her husband, Albert, and their dog, Fiona.• Book: Hope Is the Strategy: The Underrated Skill That Transforms Work, Leadership, and Wellbeing• LinkedIn: Jen Fisher• Substack: Thoughts on Being Well• Website: Jen-Fisher.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Hope theory: Rainbows in the mind.” by C.R. Synder• Book: The Choice: Embrace the Possible by Dr. Edith Eva Eger— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alan Stein, Jr. shares how elite performers bounce back and how you can do the same. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to take back control over your emotions and actions2) How to practice self-compassion without lowering your standards3) How to anticipate obstacles without becoming paranoidSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1123 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ALAN — Alan Stein, Jr. is an experienced keynote speaker and author. At his core, he’s a performance coach with a passion for helping business leaders change behaviors. He spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet (including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Kobe Bryant). Through his customized programs, he transfers his unique expertise to maximize both individual and organizational performance. Alan is a dynamic storyteller who delivers practical, actionable lessons that can be implemented immediately. He teaches proven principles on how to utilize the same approaches in business that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level.• Book: Next Play: How to Focus on What Matters Most and Improve Performance, Productivity, and Fulfillment• Instagram: @alansteinjr• LinkedIn: Alan Stein, Jr.• Website: AlanSteinJr.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Exactly What to Say: Your Personal Guide to the Mastery of Magic Words by Phil Jones• Book: Leading with the Heart: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life by Mike Krzyzewski, Donald Phillips, Grant Hill• Video: “THIS IS WATER!” by David Foster Wallace• Past episode: 1107: How to Confront Your Inner Saboteurs with Shirzad Chamine— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

William Vanderbloemen discusses how professionals can find both success and satisfaction in their careers. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The one habit that puts you ahead of 90% of people2) How to learn what you don’t know about yourself3) The one skill to work on—regardless of your jobSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1122 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT WILLIAM — William Vanderbloemen has been leading the Vanderbloemen Search Group for 15 years, where they are regularly retained to identify the best talent for teams, manage succession planning, and consult on all issues regarding teams. This year, Vanderbloemen will complete their 3,000th executive search. Prior to founding Vanderbloemen Search Group, William studied executive search under a mentor with 25+ years of executive search at the highest level. His learning taught him the very best corporate practices, including the search strategies used by the internationally known firm Russell Reynolds. Prior to that, William served as a Senior Pastor at one of the largest Presbyterian Churches in the United States.• Book: Be the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest• Book: Work How You Are Wired: 12 Data-Driven Steps to Finding a Job You Love• Website: Vanderbloemen.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: reMarkable• Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear• Past episode: 971: Mastering The Three Keys to Getting Noticed with Jay Baer• Past episode: 1066: How to Thrive When Your Resilience Runs Out with Dr. Tasha Eurich— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIOSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ali Merchant reveals the small shifts you can implement today to become a better leader immediately.  — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make difficult conversations easier 2) The three things exceptional managers do3) How to upgrade your one-on-ones with one questionSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1121 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ALI — Ali Merchant has spent two decades scaling Learning & Development departments for public companies, tech brands, and the world’s largest ad agencies. Today, he’s the founder of All-In Manager, a leadership development firm that trains and coaches managers to become leaders. Since 2018, Ali has trained thousands of managers and coached hundreds of senior leaders worldwide. He's also the author of The All-In Manager: Become a better leader today, not someday. Ali lives in Chicago with his wife, Sarah, and their dog, Lenny. • Book: The All-In Manager: Become a better leader today. Not Someday• LinkedIn: Ali Merchant• Website: AllInManager.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “The rocky road from actions to intentions” by Elizabeth Newton• Tool: Descript• Tool: Google NotebookLM• Book: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships (Nonviolent Communication Guides) by Marshall Rosenberg and Deepak Chopra• Book: Pre-Suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade by Robert Cialdini• Book: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks• Book: Firefighter Zen: A Field Guide to Thriving in Tough Times by Hersch Wilson— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erin Coupe discusses how to redirect your attention from the energy wasters to the things that matter to you. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to stop getting in your own way2) The trick to quieting your negative inner voice3) Two rituals to keep you in control of your daySubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1120 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ERIN — Erin Coupe is a speaker, executive partner, and founder of I Can Fit That In, a movement helping high-achievers shift from imminent burnout to fulfillment through intentional living and self-leadership. After nearly two decades in global corporate roles, Erin embarked on a personal transformation that led her to integrate neuroscience, energy work, and spirituality into business and life. Today, she empowers leading professionals to trade autopilot for alignment, and design lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. Her work challenges hustle culture with a grounded, soulful framework for sustainable success and well-being. • Book: I Can Fit That In• Instagram: @authenticallyec• Website: ErinCoupe.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: "The Divine Matrix: Bridging Time, Space, Miracles, And Belief" by Gregg Braden• Past episode: 159: Increasing Confidence by Increasing Self-Awareness with Dr. Tasha Eurich• Past episode: 1107: How to Confront Your Inner Saboteurs with Shirzad Chamine— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Wales reveals the foundational principles around trust that helped build Wikipedia. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How trust helped Jimmy achieve 52X productivity2) The common assumptions that erode trust3) How our systems encourage mistrustSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1119 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JIMMY — Jimmy Wales is the Cofounder of Wikipedia and the Wikimedia Foundation. Named one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People, he has been recognized by the World Economic Forum for his contributions to the global public good. He lives with his family in London. • Book: The Seven Rules of Trust: A Blueprint for Building Things That Last• Website: TrustCafe.io— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “On the Folly of Rewarding A, While Hoping for B” by Steven Kerr• Study: “Guarding the Firewall: How Political Journalists Distance Themselves From the Editorial Endorsement Process” by Gregory Perreault, Volha Kananovich, and Ella Hackett• Tool: GPT-OSS• Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Bailey explains the science behind intentionality and how it can dramatically increase goal attainment. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The 12 main values that drive everything you do2) 
The simple reframe that significantly boosts motivation3) How to deal with resistance to actionSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1118 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHRIS — Chris Bailey is an author and speaker who explores the science behind living a more productive and intentional life. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject and has garnered coverage in media as diverse as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, GQ, HuffPost, New York magazine, Harvard Business Review, TED, Fast Company, and Lifehacker. The bestselling author of The Productivity Project, Hyperfocus, and How to Calm Your Mind, Bailey’s books have been published in more than forty languages. He lives in Ottawa, Canada. His new book, Intentional, comes out January 6, 2026.• Book: Intentional: How to Finish What You Start• Website: ChrisBailey.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “An Overview of the Schwartz Theory of Basic Values” by Shalom Schwartz• Book: Solving the Procrastination Puzzle: A Concise Guide to Strategies for Change by Timothy Pychyl• Past episode: 572: How Morning Practices Like Savoring and Investing in Calm Boost Productivity with Chris Bailey— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kyle Austin Young shares his techniques for de-risking goals to improve your chances of success. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The thinking trap that accounts for most failures2) The four paths to success3) Why thinking negative improves your oddsSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1117 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KYLE — Kyle Austin Young is an award-winning strategy consultant for high achievers, entrepreneurs, and leaders in a wide range of fields. This work has given him the opportunity to develop and refine a powerful system for accomplishing big, meaningful goals that focuses on understanding and changing your odds of success. Kyle is a popular writer for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, The Boston Globe, CNBC, Psychology Today, Forbes, and Business Insider. When he's not writing, consulting, or spending time with family, you'll usually find him fishing.• Book: Success Is a Numbers Game: Achieve Bigger Goals by Changing the Odds• LinkedIn: Kyle Austin Young • Website: KyleAustinYoung.com • Free Tool: Success Diagram— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The Whuffie Factor by Hunt• Book: Decoding Greatness: How the Best in the World Reverse Engineer Success by Ron Friedman— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeremy Utley reveals why many aren’t getting the results they want from AI—and how to fix that. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The #1 mistake people are making with AI 2) ChatGPT’s top advantage over other AI platforms (as of late 2024) 3) The simple adjustments that make AI vastly more useful Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1010 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JEREMY — Jeremy Utley is the director of executive education at Stanford’s d.school and an adjunct professor at Stanford’s School of Engineering. He is the host of the d.school’s widely popular program "Stanford’s Masters of Creativity.” • Book: Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters • Article: "For Conversations You Dread, Try a Chatbot" • Article: “Don’t Let Gen AI Limit Your Team’s Creativity” • Website: JeremyUtley.design • LinkedIn: Jeremy Utley • Podcast: Beyond the Prompt • Course: AI Bootcamp— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Term: Einstellung effect • Podcast: Huberman Lab • Video: #NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) with Dr. Andrew Huberman • Book: That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea by Mark Randolph • Previous episode: 903: How to Save Time Using ChatGPT at Work with Donna McGeorge• Previous episode: 1111: How to Get Better Results from AI to Amplify Your Productivity with Gianluca Mauro— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tasha Eurich shares why pushing through sometimes isn’t enough–and how to bounce back stronger than ever.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of “grit gaslighting” 2) How to know when you’ve hit your “resilience ceiling” 3) The three needs that unlocks the best version of yourselfSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1066 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT TASHA — Dr. Tasha Eurich is an organizational psychologist, researcher, and New York Times best-selling author (Shatterproof, Insight, Bankable Leadership). She helps people thrive in a changing world by becoming the best of who they are and what they do. With a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Tasha is the principal of The Eurich Group, a boutique consultancy that helps successful executives succeed when the stakes are high. As an author and sought-after speaker in the self-improvement space, Tasha is a candid yet compassionate voice. Pairing her scientific grounding with 20+ years of experience on the corporate front lines, she reveals the often-surprising secrets to success and fulfillment in the 21st century. • Book: Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And Why Resilience Alone Isn’t Enough) • Quiz: The Resilience Ceiling Quiz • Website: TashaEurich.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant • Book: Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness by Rick Hanson and Forrest Hanson • Book: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin • Book: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald • Study: Need Crafting• Website: World Uncertainty Index • Past episode: 1065: Harvard’s Stress Expert Shares Top Resilience Tools with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melody Wilding breaks down the crucial conversations to have with your boss to improve your work life. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to differentiate yourself with one conversation 2) How to build your pushback power 3) The easiest way to improve your visibility Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1038 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MELODY — Melody Wilding is a professor of human behavior at Hunter College and author of Managing Up. She was recently named one of Insider’s “most innovative career coaches.” Her background as a therapist and emotions researcher informs her unique approach, weaving evidence-based neuroscience and psychology with professional development. Her previous book is Trust Yourself. • Book: Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge • Website: ManagingUp.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila Heen • Book: Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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 Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1045 for clickable versions of the links below. — 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! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Galinsky reveals the core skills anyone can master for more inspiring leadership. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The easiest way to uplift the people around you 2) The 15-minute exercise that makes you visionary 3) The quick trick to feeling more confident and powerful Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1020 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ADAM — Adam Galinsky is a celebrated social psychologist at Columbia Business School known for his research on leadership, decision-making, teams and ethics. His scientific research—consisting of over 1000 studies published in over 200 scientific articles—has been cited more than 64,000 times. In Galinsky’s latest book, Inspire, he weaves together his decades of research and global consulting experience to reveal the science of how to become more inspiring. His TED Talk, “How to Speak Up For Yourself,” has been viewed more than 7.5 million times and his book Friend and Foe, was an audible and eBook bestseller. • Book: Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others • Study: “The Vicious Cycle of Status Insecurity” • Website: AdamGalinsky.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Considerations of Some Problems of Comprehension” by John D. Bransford and Marcia K. Johnson • Past episode: 279: How to Feel More Alive at Work with Dan Cable — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kimberly Brown shares practical steps on how to take charge of your career and steer it with intention.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The framework for improving your reputation 2) How to cultivate relationships that advance your career3) How to identify and amplify the one thing that makes you stand outSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1116 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KIMBERLY — Kimberly Brown is a globally recognized career and leadership strategist, bestselling author, and international keynote speaker. As the founder and CEO of Brown Leadership®, a premier learning and development firm, she helps mid-career and senior professionals amplify their brands, accelerate growth, and drive performance. Her bestselling book, Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love, has empowered thousands to take control of their careers with strategy and confidence. She also hosts the Your Next Move Podcast, where she shares actionable insights on career advancement. A trusted expert, Kimberly’s work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, CNBC, NPR, and more. Find her online at kimberlybonline.com and brownleadership.com and follow her (@kimberlybonline) on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. • Book: Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love• Website: BrownLeadership.com• Website: KimberlyBOnline.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Past episode: 686: How to Make Your Next Career Move Your Best Move with Kimberly Brown• Past episode: 1054: Maximizing Your Pipelines and Funnels of Opportunity with Kara Smith Brown• Tool: ClickUp— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mark Thompson reveals the principles of readiness that he’s used to help aspiring CEOs get the top job.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The one behavior that makes you more CEO-like 2) Why to take on your boss’ problems3) The question that dramatically improves your appealSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1115 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Thompson is a globally recognized authority on CEO succession, executive readiness, and high-stakes leadership transitions. He has led more than a hundred board-level engagements to prepare C-suite successors to step confidently into enterprise leadership. He is the founding chairman and CEO of the Chief Executive Alliance and the CEO Leadership Plan Review (LPR). Previously, he served as chief executive of the CEO Academy, a SHRM company, in partnership with Wharton and McKinsey.Earlier in his career, Thompson reported directly to founder Charles “Chuck” Schwab, serving as executive producer of Schwab.com, the first large-scale digital platform for online investing. In 2021, he was ranked by Marshall Goldsmith as the #1 CEO Coach, and in 2023 he was inducted into the Thinkers50 Coaching Legends.• Book: Admired: 21 Ways to Double Your Value• Book: CEO Ready: What You Need to Know to Earn the Job--and Keep the Job• Website: ChiefExecutiveAlliance.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “How Leaders Develop Collaborative Leadership for Effectiveness” by Bonita Thompson• Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey• Book: Contact: A Novel by Carl Sagan• Book: Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Ed Catmull and Amy Wallace• Past episode: 273: Taking Control of your Career with Korn Ferry’s Gary Burnison— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Rosemberg discusses how to break free from limiting beliefs and reclaim control over your life. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The difference between succeeding and thriving2) How to shift out of survival mode with A.I.R.3) How to spot and challenge limiting beliefsSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1114 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JON — With over two decades coaching Fortune 500 executives and global teams through deep transformations, Jon Rosemberg has learned firsthand that growth begins when we courageously reclaim our agency. His personal journey, forged by immigration, loss, and career reinvention, inspires him to blend hard-won business insight with cutting-edge research to guide others toward greater meaning. Driven by his belief in human potential, Jon co-founded Anther, a firm dedicated to transforming uncertainty into possibility. He previously led high-impact initiatives at Walmart, Procter & Gamble, Indigo, and GoBolt.Jon holds an MBA from Cornell University and a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where he serves as an assistant instructor. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, he now lives in Toronto with his wife, Adriana, and their two sons.• Book: RA Guide to Thriving: The Science Behind Breaking Old Patterns, Reclaiming Your Agency, and Finding Meaning• LinkedIn: Jon Rosemberg• Website: JonRosemberg.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: "Workplace Wellbeing and Firm Performance" by Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Micah Kaats, and George Ward• Study: “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community” • Book: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl• Book: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships (Nonviolent Communication Guides) by Marshall Rosenberg and Deepak Chopra• Book: Building a Life Worth Living: A Memoir by Marsha Linehan• Video: “You're More Stressed Than Ever - Let's Change That” by Kurzgesagt – In A Nutshell• Past episode: 500: Building Unshakeable Self-Esteem and Confidence with Victor Cheng— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rebecca Okamoto helps transform your introduction from boring to powerful. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to introduce yourself in 20 words or less 2) How to project confidence in your introduction–both in person and online3) Best practices for crafting great first impressions Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1113 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT REBECCA — Rebecca Okamoto is a communication and clarity consultant, and the founder of Evoke Strategy Group. She helps people with something to say but struggle to say it. Rebecca is on a mission to change the way overlooked and misunderstood voices are seen, heard, recognized and rewarded. She works with professionals to communicate, align and influence senior stakeholders, showcase strategic thinking and explain the commercial value of complicated concepts.• LinkedIn: Rebecca Okamoto• TEDx Talk: How to introduce yourself—and get hired | Rebecca Okamoto | TEDxNorthwesternU• Website: 20Words.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • TEDx Talk: Want to sound like a leader? Start by saying your name right | Laura Sicola | TEDxPenn• Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chriss Voss and Tahl Raz• Past episode: 311: Communication Secrets from FBI Kidnapping Negotiator Chris Voss• Past episode: 769: How to Command the Room, Connect with Your Audience, and Close the Deal with Laura Sicola— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Taelor. Visit Visit taelor.style and get 10% off gift cards with the code PODCASTGIFT• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.