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Bookworm #208: Good Work by Paul Millerd

November 9, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

What if work wasn’t just something you did but was a portal to a life where you felt fully alive? In this episode, the author challenges us to think differently about our profession. Join Cory & me as we embark on a mission to find their own “good work.”

Bookworm #207: Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks

October 16, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. In this episode, the author and storyteller extraordinaire promises to help us tell them better.

Bookworm #206: 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think by Brianna Wiest

October 7, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, the author promises to change the way we think with a collection of essays about why we should pursue purpose over passion, embrace negative thinking, see the wisdom in daily routine, and become aware of the cognitive biases that are creating the way we see our lives.

Bookworm #205: A System for Writing by Bob Doto

September 16, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, the author shares an unconventional approach to help writers and aspiring creatives capture their ideas, think wildly, and write constantly. Join Cory & me as we enter the labyrinth of the zettelkasten.

Bookworm #204: The Ritual Effect by Michael Norton

September 3, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

In this episode, the author promises to help us create sur­prising satisfaction and enjoyment from the intention-filled acts that drive human behavior. Join Cory & me as we attempt to inject meaning and magic into our daily routines.

Bookworm #203: Hidden Genius by Polina Marinova Pompliano

August 19, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

This episode’s author has studied thousands of the most interesting people in the world and promises to teach us the frameworks they use to be successful. Join Cory & me as we attempt to upgrade our mental toolbox.

Bookworm #202: Uncommon Greatness by Mark Miller

August 5, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

This episode’s author and seasoned business leader promises to help us transform our leadership from ordinary to extraordinary. Join Cory & me as we embark on a journey to unlock our full potential.

Bookworm #201: Right Thing, Right Now by Ryan Holiday

July 22, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

This episode’s author presents the stoic case for living a life of self-discipline. Join Cory & me as we consider what it means to do what’s right – even when it isn’t easy.

Bookworm #200: Co-Intelligence by Ethan Mollick

July 5, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

With great power comes great responsibility. This episode’s author promises to help us harness the power and promise of the era of AI without losing our identity.

Bookworm #199: Radical Candor by Kim Scott

July 5, 2024 By Mike Schmitz

This episode’s author promises to teach us how to improve our leadership ability by caring about others personally and challenging others directly. Join Cory & me as we attempt to step up our radical candor.

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I help people apply values-based productivity principles and create systems to help them live more intentional lives. If you’re into personal growth or PKM, you’re in the right place.

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