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#188: Brandon Bramley has a background in strategic negotiations, over a decade of experience in negotiating salaries and is the founder of The Salary Negotiator. He explains how to approach salary negotiations, why different people are offered different compensation for the same role, and how to respond to a new job offer.
What youâll learn
[01:53] How often people can successfully negotiate their salary.[02:33] Why companies are happy to negotiate salaries.[04:00] Why different people will be offered different amounts for the same role.[05:06] The culture around salary negotiations in the UK and USA.[06:30] The danger of negotiating too hard. [08:01] Common myths and fears around salary negotiation.[09:36] How companies normally respond to salary negotiations.[10:56] How to assess a compensation offer and the type of negotiation you should pursue.[14:34] How to compare compensation packages at different companies.[17:02] Understanding pension contribution packages in a new job role. [19:14] How to find out the industry standard salaries for a particular role.[21:29] When a salary negotiation starts.[24:48] When to be candid about how much you are currently earning.[26:21] How to approach a salary negotiation.[28:44] How to respond to a new job offer.[29:12] The tone you should have when carrying out a salary negotiation.[31:29] What to do if youâre disappointed with the final salary offer. [33:03] How your salary negotiation should change if youâre dealing with an external recruiter.[35:13] Negotiation techniques to overcome pushback.[36:52] Negotiating a salary with your current company.[38:45] The reality of salary negotiation and how it should be approached.Resources mentioned in this episode
PayscaleGlassdoorSalary.comComparablyLand Your Dream Job Anywhere, Mac Prichard
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#187: Louise Lapish has been working in career management for over two decades and has helped countless people find their dream job and advance in their careers. She explains the problems with traditional job searching methods, how to proactively find a new career, and shares some practical tips to assess if a job is a good fit for you.
What youâll learn
[02:17] The differences between working with individuals and working with teams.[03:48] The problems with traditional job searching methods.[05:13] How many requirements of a job description you need to meet before applying.[06:33] How to know if a job is going to be a good fit for you.[08:06] What it means to be career conscious.[10:57] The rise in portfolio careers and having flexibility in the workplace.[12:49] The benefits of being conscious about the career you want to pursue.[14:55] The first steps to becoming career conscious.[16:57] The value of getting personal testimonials and tracking your achievements.[18:40] What should you include in your career plan.[21:13] Whatâs included in a career scorecard.[24:33] How often you should assess your career goals.[27:44] Practical tips to assess if a job is a good fit for you.[29:48] Whatâs included in a proactive career search.[32:36] How to be better at talking about your work and career.[35:40] What good quality networking consists of.[37:10] How to frame your situation when youâre made redundant.[39:29] The amount of time you should spend applying for jobs.[41:02] The importance of self-care when applying for a new job.Resources mentioned in this episode
Reed Courses Life's Work: How to get ahead in a career you loveThe Seven Steps to Career Consciousness
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#186: Porschia Parker-Griffin is a Professional Certified Coach, a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Master Practitioner, and a director and business consultant. She explains how to actively position yourself for a promotion, how you can demonstrate that you should be promoted, and what to do if youâre passed over for promotion.
What youâll learn
[1:37] Why so many people can increase their salaries.[2:30] How Porschia got involved in coaching business professionals.[4:32] What getting a promotion is really about.[5:23] How taking on more responsibilities can lead to a promotion.[8:37] How to make yourself stand out without doing overtime.[10:56] What motivates people to want a promotion.[12:45] How to know when a promotion isnât the right thing for you.[15:24] The skills you need to get promoted regardless of your industry.[17:40] The importance of developing leadership skills.[19:50] How to communicate well in a workplace.[21:55] Getting promoted by changing jobs.[24:25] How to actively position yourself for a promotion.[26:40] What to consider if youâre seeking a promotion.[28:41] Ways to demonstrate that you should be promoted.[34:05] How to avoid being given busy work that wonât lead to recognition.[35:39] How to figure out which tasks lead to promotion.[36:46] How to decline doing a task that your boss has given you.[38:15] Constructive ways to respond to being overlooked for a promotion.Resources mentioned in this episode
What Got You Here Wonât Get You There, Marshall GoldsmithCareer 101 Podcast
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#185: Karin is the founder and CEO and David is the President of Letâs Grow Leaders, a global leadership development and training firm. They explore the phrases and strategies you can use in workplace conflicts, how to approach a difficult conversation, and the words you can use to defuse any difficult situation.
What youâll learn
[2:32] What it means to be human-centred.[4:00] What the Powerful Phrases book is about.[5:57] The workplace research that went into the book.[8:30] The four dimensions of conflict and collaboration. [10:40] Why phrases should be worded in a particular way.[13:40] What to consider when asking for a raise.[17:27] How to communicate positively about your pay.[20:16] Identifying who to ask about getting a raise.[21:07] What to do if your manager says you're too valuable to get a promotion.[26:25] How new managers should treat employees who expect a promotion.[29:33] What to do if your manager micromanages you.[37:43] The two phrases that will work in any situation.Resources mentioned in this episode
Compassionate Accountability, Nate RegierThomas-Kilman Diagnostics
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#183: Deb Feder is a business growth coach and strategist focused on helping lawyers and leaders build outstanding careers. She explains the three stages of business development, how to convert new relationships into business opportunities and how to create an authentic personal brand.
What youâll learn
[2:37] Explaining how to turn conversations to business opportunities.[3:40] The three stages of business development.[5:15] Why business development is so challenging for people in professional careers.[8:00] How to convert new relationships to business opportunities.[10:25] Who to spend time following up on after attending a networking event.[12:02] Common misconceptions around business development.[12:39] How introverts should network.[14:57] The amount of time business development takes and the power of referrals.[16:31] How to ask your clients for a referral.[18:12] How to create an authentic personal brand.[21:00] Going through your life chronology to create an engaging story.[23:28] The different things you can learn from looking at your work timeline.[24:58] The stories everyone has about their first jobs.[26:09] Steps you can take to discover your authentic business self.[31:38] How to approach a networking event in an authentic way.[34:22] Non-traditional strategies to build your network.[36:57] How to know which networking techniques are being successful.Resources mentioned in this episode
After Hello, Deb FederTell Me More, Deb Feder [Link to add once book comes out]Make No Small Plans, Elliott Bisnow et alDebâs timeline exerciseChange Work Life Coaching
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#182: Anthony Kuo is a Career Satisfaction Coach, Executive Coach and Master NLP Practitioner. He explains the symptoms of work dissatisfaction, who to talk to when you feel isolated and alone and the achievability of career satisfaction.
What youâll learn
[1:40] The constant search for what we want to be when we grow up.[4:45] What itâs like to be lonely at work.[9:35] Being disconnected from your work.[11:40] The symptoms of work dissatisfaction and the effect of being unengaged with your work.[15:00] Warning signs that youâre becoming dissatisfied with your work.[18:48] The biggest things that prevent people from change.[19:56] The importance of being able to bring your whole self to work.[22:45] What to do if you're being pigeonholed in the workplace.[27:00] Helpful ways to address feelings of dissatisfaction and loneliness.[32:22] How to save a job that you want to quit.[35:45] Who to talk to when you feel isolated and alone. [41:30] The achievability of career satisfaction.Resources mentioned in this episode
âPeople prefer the certainty of misery to the misery of uncertaintyâ, Virginia SatirThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a F***, Mark Manson
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#181: Chris Meador is a career and brand strategist with over two decades of experience across the tech, media and entertainment sectors. He explains how to create and nurture a network of relationships, the value of networking and how to maintain your current relationships.
What youâll learn
[1:58] What it means to be a career strategist. [3:02] Why Chris became a career strategist.[4:12] How Chris approaches networking and relationship building.[5:55] Reasons to attend a local in-person entrepreneur meetup event.[6:36] The mindset you should have at a networking event.[07:17] The question you should ask yourself before going to a networking event.[09:10] What you need to know when you're networking.[10:50] The value of networking and building relationships.[13:35] The benefits of second-degree connections.[15:15] The value of creating a network for people with a stable job role.[18:40] How to assess the value of your current network.[23:18] Common roadblocks to networking correctly. [27:00] How to maintain your current relationships.[31:45] The importance of personal branding and posting on LinkedIn.[35:47] The amount of time it takes to network.[39:30] The snowballing effect of networking.Resources mentioned in this episode
The SwarmConnect The Dots
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#180: Renie Cavallari is an organisational anthropologist, CEO advisor and strategic leadership coach. She explains how to deal with negative thoughts, improve your mindset, and prevent external factors from ruining your day.
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[2:19] What an organisational anthropologist is.[3:13] How leaders affect the team dynamics in their organisation.[3:43] How Renie became focused on bringing brands to life.[5:25] The principles of organisations being aligned with their brand.[6:24] What headtrash is and how it can limit your potential.[7:36] The key aspects of improving human performance.[10:05] How a leaderâs mindset can affect their organisation.[13:43] Different forms of headtrash that everyone experiences.[14:50] The difference between the functioning brain and the emotional brain.[16:00] How to manage your thought patterns and remove headtrash.[18:45] The three best ways to deal with negative thoughts.[22:50] Questions you can ask yourself to become more solution-focused.[27:40] The practice of improving your mental state to decrease your emotional stress.[30:45] Five questions to ask yourself in the morning to connect with your emotional brain.[35:22] Different ways to implement a practice of self-reflection.[39:28] How to measure your progress in improving your mindset.[42:55] Resources for improving your mindset and life outlook.Resources mentioned in this episode
HEADTRASH: The Leading Killer of Human PotentialJ.D. PowerShift-Stuck QuestionsJoy Journal, Renie CavallariThe Dream Factory, Peter ThomasChange Work Life Coaching
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#179: Nicholas Ciufentes-Goodbody transitioned from a career in teaching to becoming the Chief Data Scientist at WorldQuant University. He explains what data science involves, what a career in data science looks like, and why itâs such a popular field to work in.
What youâll learn
[1:45] What WorldQuant University is and the types of programs they run. [3:42] How a free university is possible in America.[4:13] The motivation for a hedge fund to run a free university. [4:50] What data science is and how itâs used. [6:03] The biggest employers of data scientists. [8:21] What a typical day as a data scientist is like. [10:12] The different specialities within data science. [12:08] What it means to be an AI engineer. [12:40] What qualifications you need to become a data scientist. [14:43] The level of education you need to become a data scientist. [16:27] Character traits that successful data scientists share. [18:10] The amount of nerds working in data science. [20:08] Why musicians become data scientists and doctors. [21:15] How to transition your career to become a data scientist. [27:37] What you need on your resume when applying for a data science role. [29:07] The best ways to learn the skills you need to become a data scientist. [30:29] How to edit your CV when applying for a data science job. [31:55] How to find a good data science boot camp. [33:51] The base knowledge you need prior to joining a data science boot camp. [36:30] The income potential of a data scientist. [38:17] The career path of a data scientist. [39:28] The impact AI will have on data scientists. [42:12] The ever-changing nature of data science.Resources mentioned in this episode
DataCampKaggleopenAFRICACourseraUdemyAn Introduction to Statistical Learning, Gareth JamesHands-on machine learning with Scikit-Learn, Keras, and TensorFlow, Aurelien GeronFluent Python, Luciano RamalhoMathematics for Human Flourishing, Francis Su
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#178: Leanne Elliott is a business psychologist and her husband Al is a prolific business leader. They explain how to avoid burnout, maintain good mental health, and thrive both physically and mentally.
What youâll learn
[1:50] How Leanne and Elliott help create positive workplace cultures. [3:23] Why mental health is such an important issue in today's society. [6:06] What the term âmental healthâ really means.[8:20] The disconnect there is between mental health and public discourse. [9:46] What burnout is and the difference between burnout and stress. [14:06] The three symptoms that signal burnout. [15:52] How common burnout is and how to know if youâre burnt out. [18:27] What to do if youâre experiencing burnout. [20:32] Signs that someone is experiencing burnout. [23:25] How to support someone who is going through burnout. [28:29] The different ways extroverts and introverts communicate. [30:42] What burnout recovery looks like. [33:54] The dangers of comparison and how to avoid making negative comparisons.Resources mentioned in this episode
Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture Episode 60: Behind the Smiles: Our Mental Health JourneySamaritansBen GoldacrePositivepsychology.comThe Miracle Morning, Hal ElrodâComparison is the thief of joyâ, Theodore RooseveltâPeople buy things they donât need, with money they donât have, to impress people they donât likeâ, Clive HamiltonDr Audrey TangThe Wellbeing Lounge PodcastThe One Thing, Gary Keller and Jay PapasanFRIED: The Burnout PodcastExpansive Intimacy Podcast
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#177: Ben Gold is an AI consultant, thought leader and speaker. He explains how you can use ChatGPT to further your career, identify your perfect job, and network with other professionals.
What youâll learn
[2:12] How Ben became a world-renowned video game champion. [3:18] What generative AI means and the difference between AI algorithms and large language models. [4:48] The best large language model that currently exists. [6:45] How to use ChatGPT to help you get a job. [8:32] What you need to work with large language models successfully. [9:33] The six areas of work AI can do for you. [11:06] The benefits of using the paid version of ChatGPT. [14:59] How to use context effectively in your prompts for ChatGPT. [16:30] The amount of background information you should use in your prompts. [18:10] Ways to use generative AI to find the best career for you. [22:38] How much faith you should put in the output of ChatGPT. [26:03] How to stop generative AI from replacing your job. [27:50] How ChatGPT can help you network on LinkedIn. [33:26] The loss of real online human connection. [35:01] How to keep up to date with AI advancements in your field. [37:40] The aspects of career coaching that AI will replace. [38:51] How to get started with generative AI.Resources mentioned in this episode
ChatGPTBingGoogle BardAnthropic with ClaudeFind Your Next Job with ChatGPT, Ben GoldMidjourney16PersonalitiesThe Neuron newsletterSuperhuman newsletter
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#176: Karen Eber is an author, leadership coach and public speaker. She explains the science behind storytelling, why employees should use stories at work, and the storytelling techniques you can use to advance your career.
[2:10] How Karen found her love for storytelling. [6:12] The benefits for employees using stories at work and why storytelling is a powerful tool. [9:34] The science behind how storytelling works. [11:47] A case study of how stories can be used to advance your career. [16:48] The benefits and drawbacks of using the STAR formula. [18:00] How to tell an impactful story in a professional setting. [19:15] How to make what you say about yourself memorable. [21:31] Why you should ask questions in your performance review. [25:20] How the conversations you have in a performance review affects your rating. [28:21] Ways to get your manager to be better at communicating. [29:28] How to use stories to improve the way people see you at work. [32:05] Different storytelling techniques and how to interact with different departments. [35:10] How to transition to a different department in your company. [36:35] Techniques to make your story more impactful. [39:50] A four-part storytelling model. [41:53] The benefits of having your own bank of stories.
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The Heroâs JourneyMove Fast and Fix Things, Frances Frei and Anne Morris
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#175: Olly Richards went from being a professional jazz musician to starting a multi-million dollar language learning business. He explains why he changed careers, how he knew what to do next, and the ways he identified where he had an unfair advantage.
[1:59] The different key transitions in Ollyâs career. [4:08] Common thought patterns that indicate a career change is a good move. [5:55] The frame of mind you need to start a career as a professional jazz musician. [7:06] What made Olly stop playing jazz professionally. [10:23] The benefits of teaching jazz instead of performing live music. [12:10] Why people want to teach English abroad. [15:15] The differences between teaching in the UK and teaching abroad. [17:47] How Olly chose where to teach English abroad. [19:25] The benefits of working in the Middle East as an English teacher. [20:10] How the evolution of the internet has created business opportunities. [24:15] The problem with comparing your career to your friendsâ. [25:07] How to stand out and identify your unique skills. [28:47] Ways of turning a hobby blog into a business. [31:55] Where to learn the essentials of making money from a blog. [34:32] How and why to build a business personal brand. [40:15] What all of Ollyâs jobs have had in common. [41:53] Ollyâs plans for the future. [45:25] Why Olly decided to start a blog.
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The Seven Year ItchThe $100 Startup, Chris GuillebeauStoryLearning
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#174 - Nicolas Rion is a relationship coach who supports individuals to build strong, healthy and sustainable relationships. He explains how to improve the relationships you have at work, communicate with people about your needs and build trust and support with colleagues.
[1:51] Why Nicolas became a relationship specialist. [3:10] What it means to have emotional intelligence. [4:50] The importance of self-care in emotional intelligence. [6:15] How you can coach individuals to be better in relationships. [7:28] The benefits of coaching one person in a relationship instead of couples coaching. [8:13] The importance of having positive relationships in your life. [10:12] The type of relationships you should build at work. [12:30] Why itâs important to be intentional in the relationships you build. [14:28] How to have intent with the relationships you make at work.[15:50] Ways to approach a relationship that is lacking in a certain aspect. [19:30] How to respond to a manager who isnât empathetic to your situation. [22:36] The type of interactions you need with colleagues to build strong relationships. [26:26] How to know if you can trust someone. [26:48] How much you should separate your work life and personal life. [28:07] The problems with not wanting to socialise at work. [31:57] Building relationships that make it easy to solve conflicts. [33:39] How to make conflicts easy to solve.[33:48] How maximising trust and support in a relationship enables conflict to be resolved. [36:26] The best way to respond to a potential conflict. [38:42] How easy it is to have successful relationships.
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âThe world is changed by your example, not by your opinionâ, Paulo CoelhoNonviolent Communication, Marshall B RosenbergThe 10 Habits of Successful Relationships
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#173: Ryan Gonsalves is a former professional footballer and founder of 2ndwind Academy, a platform empowering former elite athletes in their transition to fulfilling careers. He explains the transferable skills professional athletes have, the challenges athletes face when their career ends and how to make the most of new opportunities.
[1:34] Why Ryan wanted to coach elite athletes. [2:16] The unique challenges elite athletes face when they stop competing in their sport. [3:10] The way your career is linked with your identity. [4:10] The limited lifespan of being a professional athlete. [6:38] The players Ryan Gonsalves played with at Leeds United. [7:47] How Ryan became a professional footballer. [9:26] Why Ryan wanted to play football professionally. [12:47] The goals Ryan had for his footballing career. [14:38] What Ryanâs career as a professional footballer looked like. [17:06] What it means to be a semi-professional footballer. [18:08] How Ryanâs mother influenced his decision to stop playing professional football. [19:45] The amount you can learn from life regrets. [23:47] The continuous pressure professional footballers are under. [27:09] How Ryan transitioned to a more conventional life and career. [31:20] The amount of luck involved with being successful. [32:36] How to get more luck in your life. [35:23] How Ryan got a job working with HSBC in Hong Kong. [37:25] The importance of being optimistic about new opportunities. [38:52] Why Ryan transitioned from banking to career coach. [41:00] How what you value in life can change over time. [42:38] How Ryan started the 2nd Wind Academy. [43:13] The ways Ryan wants 2nd Wind to grow and expand. [44:24] The essential nature of human-played sports as entertainment. [45:52] The transferable communication skills you learn as a sportsman. [47:25] The value of feedback in the workplace.
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Thanks for the Feedback, Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen
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#172 - Natasha Stanley is a career coach who has helped thousands of people shift into work that they love. She explains the biggest mistakes people make when changing their careers, how you can avoid making those mistakes and how to find a career that you love
[1:47] How Natasha knew it was time to make a drastic career change. [5:40] How to know if itâs your job or your career that is causing you to feel unsatisfied. [7:26] The value of job-hopping within a career before making a career change. [9:45] When you should take a leap of faith and do something completely different. [12:30] What it looks like to dismantle the structures in your life and how to portray yourself differently. [15:55] Common mistakes people make when changing careers. [18:35] When to stop planning and start taking action. [20:50] How to learn more about yourself and what you enjoy in life. [24:42] The sunk cost fallacy that stops people from leaving careers they donât enjoy. [27:24] How others can help you with a career change. [30:44] Who to ask for career change advice. [33:06] How to know the types of jobs youâre able to do.[33:30] Why your CV can be a list of things that you don't want to do.[37:00] The mindset you should have when making a career change. [38:46] The problem of focusing on your passion when looking for a new career. [41:27] How networking can influence your career.
What you'll learnResources mentioned in this episode
âIn any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothingâ, Theodore RooseveltFriend of a Friend, David BurkusPuttylikeStanford Life Design LabChange Work Life Coaching
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#171: Susie Violet Ward worked in accountancy before transitioning to becoming a journalist and financial analyst specialising in bitcoin. She explains the effect childcare had on her career, how she made such a drastic career change, and how she found meaning and purpose in her work.
[1:30] How Susie explains what she does for a living.[2:10] What it means to be a bitcoin journalist. [3:32] How Susie became a bitcoin journalist. [6:27] The different ways to become an accountant and the benefits of not going to university. [9:10] The IT aspects of accounting. [10:22] The challenges of moving to part-time work after having a child. [15:05] Why working part-time can make your job more enjoyable. [16:33] The challenge of working from home and homeschooling at the same time. [18:43] How to know when itâs time to make a change in your job. [19:59] The benefits Bitcoin has over other cryptocurrencies. [21:37] Why Susie got interested in Dogecoin. [22:30] What made Susie want to work in Bitcoin journalism. [25:47] How Bitcoin can be good for the environment. [26:47] How Susie managed to get made redundant by asking her boss. [30:33] The way redundancy gave Susie the freedom to start a new career. [31:15] Building a career around writing. [33:32] How Susieâs parents reacted to such a big career change. [35:05] The pros and cons of focusing on a future career. [37:00] How to manage criticisms around a career change
What youâll learnResources mentioned in this episode
Exodus WalletWhat Bitcoin Did podcastâWe are all nodes in the system making it strongerâ, Jeff BoothEpisode 161: Hitting rock bottom: How I went from drug addict to top Bitcoin podcaster - with Peter McCormack of What Bitcoin Did
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#170: Julie DeLucca-Collins is a certified Tiny Habits and Thrive Global Coach, a speaker, podcaster, and top selling author. She explains the way we automate certain behaviours, why you canât rely on motivation to achieve results and how to change the neural pathways in your brain.
[2:11] How Julie learned what makes people successful. [6:26] The benefits of working in corporate America. [8:20] How Julie found out about the power of habits and habit creation. [10:23] Why you canât rely on motivation to change. [12:25] How to create a habit. [13:35] The link between habits and emotions. [15:05] The best way to build tiny habits. [17:50] How to celebrate yourself without being cringy. [21:04] Why you should always acknowledge your achievements. [22:40] What happens in your brain when you make a new habit. [24:17] Common misunderstandings about neuroplasticity. [25:35] Techniques to make it easier to rewire your brain. [28:29] The human brain's ability to change. [29:50] How long it takes to form a new habit. [31:43] How to know what habits will serve you best. [35:07] The best way to manage your inbox. [36:30] What to do if you stop practising a good habit. [42:42] Why easy wins are so important. [44:50] The strength of old habits and how to break them. [49:10] Using apps to help you build habits. [50:22] What causes addictive behaviours and how to overcome them.
What youâll learnResources mentioned in this episode
How Habits Give Us the Confidence to Dance in Life | Julie Delucca-Collins | TEDxMellen StreetPat Flynn, Smart Passive IncomeTiny Habits, BJ FoggTiny Habits free five day habits coachingJoe WicksHabitBull app
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#169: Joshua D. Smith is a coach, consultant and public speaking trainer. He explains how to prepare for a presentation, keep your audience interested, and overcome public speaking nerves.
[1:52] Organisations that can help improve your public speaking. [4:30] How Joshua got started with Toastmasters. [6:05] The ways Joshua helps people find their voice with his business. [7:07] The three core values of Joshuaâs business. [8:25] What âglossophobiaâ is and how to overcome it. [10:35] The difference between nervousness and a fear of public speaking. [13:25] Why authenticity is so key in public speaking. [14:52] Practical steps to reduce nerves before giving a presentation. [19:34] How to put content together for a specific audience. [22:50] The difference between having a general purpose and a specific purpose. [24:09] What you can do to keep your audience focused. [25:08] What materials to give your audience and when to hand them out. [30:20] How much content to include in a PowerPoint presentation. [32:04] How to position your body when giving a presentation. [32:40] The benefits of using notes instead of a script when giving a presentation.[35:20] How to write notes for a presentation. [38:11] The preparation time that goes into a presentation. [42:06] Effective ways of practicing a presentation. [47:00] How to get comfortable with your voice. [48:30] A checklist of what you need in order to avoid presentation mistakes. [52:35] How to recover when a presentation goes wrong.
What youâll learnResources mentioned in this episode
ToastmastersNational Speakers AssociationGlossophobiaPreziCanva
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