Mike Schmitz
The world is overloaded with everything we’re built to crave. This episode’s author promises to help us overcome the scarcity mindset we inherited from our ancient ancestors to live a more satisfying life.
The world’s best problem-solvers, forecasters, and decision-makers all use mental models that help them cut through complexity and separate good ideas from bad ones. This episode’s authors promise to teach us how to use these frameworks and shortcuts to help make sense of the world around us and make better decisions.
In this episode, join Cory & me as we attempt to sleep (and live) better.
The right conversation at the right moment can change everything. This episode’s author promises to teach us how to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation.
This episode’s author believes each one of us has within us the potential to be a Master and promises to teach us how to unlock it. Join Cory & me as we embark on the path to greatness.
In this episode, the author promises to give us a roadmap for escaping overload without sacrificing accomplishment. Join Cory & me as we dive into Cal Newport’s latest book and attempt to fight back against busyness and overwhelm.
In this episode, the author shares twelve technological imperatives that will shape the next thirty years. Join Cory and I as we consider the role of AI and other trends and the impact they will have on our lives.
In this episode, the author promises to teach us a practical and uniquely positive approach to making decisions and exploring new ideas. Join Cory & me as we embark on a journey for clearer thinking, improved communication, and greater creativity.
Do you have trouble learning new things? This episode’s author promises to help us improve our ability to learn based on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Join me & new co-host Cory Hixson as we attempt to make the best use of our brains.
In this episode, the authors (and Stanford Life Design Lab co-founders) promise to help us use design thinking to create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling. Join new co-host Cory Hixson and me as we attempt to build our version of a well-lived, joyful life.