What drives us to unleash our best work? And how do we tap into that drive to get superior results? Today’s author explains how understanding our own motivational themes can help us have conversations, make decisions, and even choose better career paths. Join Joe & I as we attempt to understand what really makes us tick.
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Bookworm #106: Brain Wash
Today’s authors argue that our modern culture is rewiring our brains and damaging our health. But today’s book promises to give us the tools we need to think more clearly, make better decisions, strengthen bonds with others, and develop healthier habits. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to overcome the mental hijacking that can so easily undermines each and every one of us.
Bookworm #105: Shorter by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I consider the standard idea of success to see if it’s possible to shrink the workweek without sacrificing productivity. Join us as we explore the design thinking process in an effort to redesign our workdays.
Bookworm #104: The Minimalist Home
In this episode of Bookworm, author Joshua Becker takes us on a decluttering tour of our own houses and apartments, showing us how to decide what to get rid of and what to keep. Join Joe & I as we attempt to transform our homes into launching pads for a more fulfilling (and productive) life.
Bookworm #103: How to Be Everything
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I consider what it means to be a multipotentialite. Join us as we try to figure out what we want to be when we grow up.
Bookworm #102: Pick Three
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe and I come to grips with the fact that we can’t do it all – at least not every day. Join us as we challenge the unrealistic burden of being balanced and learn what it means to be well-lopsided instead.
Bookworm #101: Never Split the Difference
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I learn tactical empathy from a former FBI hostage negotiator. Lots of crazy stories in this one. If you want to develop your communication skills in hopes of getting more of what you want out of life, give this one a listen.
Bookworm #100: Rating Adjustments & Trivia
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I go back and fix a few of the ratings that don’t seem quite right. I also test Joe knowledge recall with some impromptu Bookworm trivia.
Bookworm #99: The Motive
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I cover another Patrick Lencioni leadership fable. We consider the responsibility of leadership, take a look at the five omissions of reward-centered leaders, and consider why they want to be leaders in the first place.
Bookworm #98: The Crossroads of Should and Must
In this episode of Bookworm, Joe & I cover The Crossroads of Should and Must by Elle Luna. We explore passion, purpose, and what it might look like if who you are are and what you do became one and the same.