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  • Building a business from networking - with David Bell of PCD Group

    Building a business from networking - with David Bell of PCD Group

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    #195: David Bell is a founder and director of PCD Group and has over 15 years of experience in advising high net worth clients on personal tax and financial planning. He explains what goes into creating an effective networking event, what it’s like having a hobby that is also a business, and when to go full-time with a business you’re creating.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:41] How the PCD Group helps professionals in the Private Wealth sector network.[02:55] The problems with cocktail party networking.[05:38] What goes into creating an effective networking event. [07:31] The benefits of business cards and why some people don’t use them.[09:55] How David became an expert in networking.[13:45] The challenge of starting a networking group.[15:50] How to know which opportunities to focus on.[19:36] The intentional steps behind career changes.[21:41] Building sales skills and other lessons from previous jobs.[25:17] How to not take business changes personally.[26:18] Having a hobby that is also a business.[29:55] When to go full-time with a business you’re creating.[33:00] The benefits of having a fallback plan.[33:55] How the pandemic affected networking businesses.[39:15] How a business's finances change when it moves online.[41:56] The effort that went into keeping a networking business running during Covid.[43:26] The current state of the PCD Group and what the future looks like.

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    Wave Connect Digital Business CardDixon WilsonIngenious MediaMerrill LynchLombard Odier“Life’s not a rehearsal”The Muppet Christmas Carol

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  • What’s it really like to work at a startup? - with Steve Grace of The Nudge Group

    What’s it really like to work at a startup? - with Steve Grace of The Nudge Group

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    #194: Steve Grace is the CEO and Founder of The Nudge Group, and an expert in recruitment and storytelling. He explains what it’s like to work at a startup, the different types of startups that exist, and the common misconceptions people have about startups.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:20] Steve’s experience in business and startups.[03:03] The difference between a small business and a startup.[04:09] The popular view of what a startup is.[04:35] The motivation behind founders of startups.[05:56] Common startup terms and what they mean.[09:50] The pay structure startups use and why their salaries are often lower.[11:37] Common misconceptions about working at a startup.[12:56] The different phases of a startup.[15:40] The personality of startup founders.[17:08] The negative misconceptions about working for startups.[21:18] The unique challenges of working with a startup.[23:17] The key benefits of working with a startup.[25:34] The work culture startups have. [27:31] How valued flexibility is in the workplace.[28:00] What drives startup work culture.[29:25] How work culture and job roles vary as a startup grows.[33:39] Why startups struggle to retain their culture as they grow.[37:10] How to take responsibility for your career.[40:02] How to respond to interview questions at a startup.[42:11] The best advice for someone looking to work at a startup.

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    ParleyFinderCanvaAtlassianStart-up to Scale-up, Kevin SmithThe Gap and the Gain, Dan Sullivan and Benjamin HardyEpisode 187: Are you career conscious? How to plan your career with intention and clarity - with Louise Lapish of Gatewood Consulting

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  • Using behavioural science to persuade your colleagues to do anything (including giving you a pay rise) - with Phill Agnew of Nudge

    Using behavioural science to persuade your colleagues to do anything (including giving you a pay rise) - with Phill Agnew of Nudge

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    #193: Phill Agnew is a marketing expert and host of the highest-ranking marketing podcast in the UK. He explains what behavioural science involves, how to use marketing principles to get a pay rise, and how to persuade your boss you have a good idea.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:30] How Phill became a marketing expert.[02:49] How curiosity gaps work.[03:48] What behavioural science involves.[05:30] What a “nudge means in a behavioural science context.[07:16] The difference between a nudge and manipulating someone.[09:16] The variable reward techniques gambling apps use to get you addicted to them.[13:18] How social media uses variable rewards to keep you browsing.[14:08] Positive ways variable rewards can be used.[15:15] How to use anchoring to negotiate a salary rise.[18:26] The problems with anchoring.[19:28] Using loss aversion to get a pay rise.[21:15] How to use the commitment principle and consistency principle to get a pay rise. [24:11] The power of “no” and the door-in-the-face technique.[26:52] How to have a difficult conversation with a colleague.[28:48] What supercommunicators do and how they communicate.[33:20] Techniques you can use when business networking.[36:10] How to persuade your boss that you have a good idea.[42:08] How giving people autonomy changes how they respond.[45:12] How to use behavioural science in the workplace.

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    Nudge, Richard Thaler and Cass SunsteinDecoded, Phil BardenHooked, Nir EyalIndistractable, Nir EyalOctopus EnergyDishoomNever Split the Difference, Chris VossYou Have More Influence Than You Think, Vanessa BohmsThe Power of Habit, Charles DuhiggSupercommunicators, Charles DuhiggHow To Win Friends and Influence People, Dale CarnegieNudge: Can Charles Duhigg Make Me Popular?Episode 183: The secrets to effective business development and getting more clients - with Deb Feder of Feder DevelopmentInfluence, Robert CialdiniThe Art of Thinking Clearly, Rolf Dobelli

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  • Navigating neurodiversity at work - with Kristen Carder of I Have ADHD

    Navigating neurodiversity at work - with Kristen Carder of I Have ADHD

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    #192: Kristen Carder is host of the I Have ADHD podcast and a coach who has supported thousands of people with neurodiversity. She explains what neurodiversity means, common workplace challenges neurodivergent people face, and how we can improve the workplace for neurodivergent people.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:38] What you need to understand about neurodiversity.[02:46] How to define neurodiversity.[03:30] What it means to be neurotypical.[05:02] The challenge of getting a neurodiversity diagnosis and when to reach out.[08:02] How to know if your struggles are due to being neurodivergent.[10:38] The challenges for neurodivergent people in the workplace.[13:11] The variety within neurodiversity.[14:10] The challenges autistic people have in understanding implicit meanings.[16:11] The positive attributes people with ADHD and autism have.[18:23] How coaching can help people who are neurodivergent.[19:43] How to disclose your neurodiversity in the workplace.[21:45] The pros and cons of disclosing your neurodiversity at work.[23:25] How to assess how accepting your workplace is.[26:06] Strategies to deal with workplace conflicts.[29:14] The common misconceptions about neurodiversity in the workplace.[31:48] Techniques to dispel myths around neurodivergence in the workplace.[34:26] How a neurotypical person can support their neurodivergent colleagues.[39:03] What shame does to you and how to overcome it.

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    Tara Brach RAIN TechniqueMegan Brown Enya @ADHDatworkTwo exercises to help you find career happiness

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  • Relocating abroad: the essential guide to becoming an expat - with Nathan Cornwell of Nathan Cornwell Consulting

    Relocating abroad: the essential guide to becoming an expat - with Nathan Cornwell of Nathan Cornwell Consulting

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    #191: Nathan Cornwell is an organisational psychologist and talent management consultant specialising in employability and leadership development. He explains how to move to another country for work, the preparation you need to do before expatriating and how to plan for your eventual return.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:47] How Nathan became an expert in the expat world.[05:14] The life events that lead to becoming an expat.[06:51] Different ways to move abroad to work.[07:56] How long people tend to be an expat for. [10:13] The importance of planning for the future when moving abroad.[13:25] How colleagues and family treat you differently when you move abroad.[15:57] Preparation you need to do before expatriating.[21:05] What to ask for in your job relocation package.[24:47] The tax complications involved with working abroad.[27:40] Different bureaucratic challenges with becoming an expat.[30:00] How to figure out where to live when moving abroad.[32:35] The childcare options available for expats.[35:28] The options for spouses of partners who are expatriating.[40:30] How to meet like-minded people when you move abroad.[41:59] How to fully integrate yourself with a local culture.[45:28] The most common mistakes people make when they move abroad for a job.

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    The Devil's AdvocateThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Steven CoveyThe Culture Map, Erin MeyerThe High Performance Podcast

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  • Dealing with imposter syndrome - with Massimo Roselli

    Dealing with imposter syndrome - with Massimo Roselli

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    #190: Massimo Roselli is a trauma-informed career coach who helps individuals explore their career goals and overcome challenges. He explains the common symptoms of imposter syndrome, how trauma affects your mindset, and strategies that can be used to eradicate imposter syndrome.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:25] What it means to be a trauma-informed career coach.[03:12] The difference between therapy and trauma coaching.[04:54] How trauma affects imposter syndrome.[06:19] The definition of imposter syndrome.[08:50] The difference between motivation and imposter syndrome.[10:55] How imposter syndrome presents itself in individuals.[12:22] The different personality traits that lead to imposter syndrome.[16:46] Symptoms of imposter syndrome that are often overlooked.[18:35] The benefits of dealing with imposter syndrome.[21:58] How possible it is to eradicate imposter syndrome.[23:00] Strategies that can be used to eradicate imposter syndrome.[25:00] The subconscious thoughts behind imposter syndrome and the physical effects they result in.[27:23] Why mindset work isn’t enough to deal with imposter syndrome.[28:27] Breathing techniques that can help improve imposter syndrome.[30:32] The physical effects of slowing your breathing down.[32:13] Mindset practices that can help improve imposter syndrome.[37:55] The effect of objectively observing your thoughts.[39:55] An example of someone successfully eradicating their imposter syndrome.

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    The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention, Pauline Rose Clance and Suzanne ImesClare JosaThe Imposter Phenomenon, Pauline ClanceImpostersyndrome.comAnchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory, Deborah Dana

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  • Why have a career when you can have an adventure? - with Andrew Bosomworth

    Why have a career when you can have an adventure? - with Andrew Bosomworth

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    #189: Andrew Bosomworth is a former electrician, scuba instructor and self-identified adventurer. He explains the benefits of trading career progression for adventuring, how he gets inspiration for different adventures, and the type of long-term plans most travellers have.

    What you’ll learn

    [01:20] What it means to be a business manager in the Formula One industry.[03:19] The benefits of having a team of staff from around the globe.[04:25] How much time Andrew spends managing people.[05:44] The different job roles Andrew has worked in.[07:17] Travelling around Africa and different Massai traditions.[09:44] The volunteering work Andrew did in Africa.[10:33] How Andrew became inducted into a Massai tribe.[13:03] The benefits of trading career progression for adventuring.[18:40] How to get the inspiration for different adventures.[20:15] The type of long-term plans that lots of travellers have.[22:08] How to develop an adventurous mindset.[27:19] Working as an electrician in a supermarket during Covid.[28:55] Converting a van into a small house and driving around Europe.[29:43] Working only two months a year by drastically reducing costs.[32:00] Why switch from part-time to full-time work.[34:10] The trade-offs involved with living in a van compared to working a full-time job.[38:15] How most people respond to the idea of a mini-retirement.[42:25] How to deal with the common fears around travelling.[46:00] When the best time is to follow your dreams.

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    Die With Zero, Bill Perkins“The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you’re still a rat.”, Lily TomlinTwo exercises to help you find career happiness

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  • From Offer to Acceptance: Navigating Salary Negotiations - with Brandon Bramley of The Salary Negotiator

    From Offer to Acceptance: Navigating Salary Negotiations - with Brandon Bramley of The Salary Negotiator

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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 you’ll 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 you’re disappointed with the final salary offer. [33:03] How your salary negotiation should change if you’re 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.

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    PayscaleGlassdoorSalary.comComparablyLand Your Dream Job Anywhere, Mac Prichard

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  • Are you career conscious? How to plan your career with intention and clarity - with Louise Lapish of Gatewood Consulting

    Are you career conscious? How to plan your career with intention and clarity - with Louise Lapish of Gatewood Consulting

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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 you’ll 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] What’s 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] What’s 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 you’re 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.

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    Reed Courses Life's Work: How to get ahead in a career you loveThe Seven Steps to Career Consciousness

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  • Positioning yourself for promotion and mastering career advancement - with Porschia Parker-Griffin of Fly High Coaching

    Positioning yourself for promotion and mastering career advancement - with Porschia Parker-Griffin of Fly High Coaching

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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 you’re passed over for promotion.

    What you’ll 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 isn’t 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 you’re seeking a promotion.[28:41] Ways to demonstrate that you should be promoted.[34:05] How to avoid being given busy work that won’t 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.

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    What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Marshall GoldsmithCareer 101 Podcast

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  • Managing workplace conflict: what to say and how to say it - with Karin Hurt and David Dye of Let’s Grow Leaders

    Managing workplace conflict: what to say and how to say it - with Karin Hurt and David Dye of Let’s Grow Leaders

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    #185: Karin is the founder and CEO and David is the President of Let’s 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 you’ll 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.

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    Compassionate Accountability, Nate RegierThomas-Kilman Diagnostics

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    No new episode this week

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    # 184A - Unfortunately I'm unable to publish episode 184 at this time.

    Hopefully normal service will be resumed in a couple of weeks.

  • The secrets to effective business development and getting more clients - with Deb Feder of Feder Development

    The secrets to effective business development and getting more clients - with Deb Feder of Feder Development

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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 you’ll 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.

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    After Hello, Deb FederTell Me More, Deb Feder [Link to add once book comes out]Make No Small Plans, Elliott Bisnow et alDeb’s timeline exerciseChange Work Life Coaching

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  • “I just don’t belong here!” Dealing with loneliness and dissatisfaction at work - with Anthony Kuo of Untamed Career

    “I just don’t belong here!” Dealing with loneliness and dissatisfaction at work - with Anthony Kuo of Untamed Career

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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 you’ll learn

    [1:40] The constant search for what we want to be when we grow up.[4:45] What it’s 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 you’re 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.

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    “People prefer the certainty of misery to the misery of uncertainty”, Virginia SatirThe Subtle Art of Not Giving a F***, Mark Manson

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    https://changeworklife.com/i-just-dont-belong-here-dealing-with-loneliness-and-dissatisfaction-at-work/

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  • The how and why of building an effective network - with Chris Meador of Yes and Thinking

    The how and why of building an effective network - with Chris Meador of Yes and Thinking

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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 you’ll 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.

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    The SwarmConnect The Dots

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  • Getting your brain in the game: how to stop headtrash from ruining your day - with Renie Cavallari of Powered by Aspire

    Getting your brain in the game: how to stop headtrash from ruining your day - with Renie Cavallari of Powered by Aspire

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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 leader’s 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.

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    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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  • A career in data science: what is it, who is it for and how do you get into it? - with Nicholas Cifuentes of WorldQuant University

    A career in data science: what is it, who is it for and how do you get into it? - with Nicholas Cifuentes of WorldQuant University

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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 it’s such a popular field to work in.

    What you’ll 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 it’s 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.

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    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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  • How to keep mentally fit, move from surviving to thriving and avoid burnout - with Al and Leanne Elliott of Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture

    How to keep mentally fit, move from surviving to thriving and avoid burnout - with Al and Leanne Elliott of Truth, Lies and Workplace Culture

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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.

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    [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 ‘mental health’ 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 you’re burnt out. [18:27] What to do if you’re 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.

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  • Using ChatGPT to supercharge your career - with Ben Gold

    Using ChatGPT to supercharge your career - with Ben Gold

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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 you’ll 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.

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    ChatGPTBingGoogle BardAnthropic with ClaudeFind Your Next Job with ChatGPT, Ben GoldMidjourney16PersonalitiesThe Neuron newsletterSuperhuman newsletter

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  • How to use stories to elevate your career - with Karen Eber

    How to use stories to elevate your career - with Karen Eber

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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.

    What you’ll learn

    [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 Hero’s JourneyMove Fast and Fix Things, Frances Frei and Anne Morris

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