logo
episode-header-image
May 5
28m 40s

1055: The One-Minute Trick to Defeating ...

How to be Awesome at Your Job
About this episode

Dave Crenshaw discusses how to find the energy to tackle your goals–when you really don’t feel like it. 


— YOU’LL LEARN — 

1) How to overcome procrastination in one minute 

2) The five costs of multitasking 

3) Why to pick a terrible stopping point 


Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1055 for clickable versions of the links below. 


— ABOUT DAVE — 

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of millions around the world.

• Book: The Power of Having Fun: How Meaningful Breaks Help You Get More Done 

• Course: “Success Stories with Dave Crenshaw” 

• Course: “Time Management Fundamentals” 

• LinkedIn: Dave Crenshaw (Dave’s video post) 

• Website: DaveCrenshaw.com 


— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — 

• Researcher: Dr. David Strayer 

• Book: "Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide" by John Cleese 

• Past episode: 1010: Getting the Most Out of Generative AI at Work with Jeremy Utley


— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — 

• Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/Awesome

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Up next
Today
1074: How to Improve Negotiations–without Compromising–with Dr. Joshua N. Weiss
Dr. Joshua N. Weiss discusses the major misconceptions surrounding negotiations—and offers five steps to build your confidence and resilience as a negotiator.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The big negotiation mistake most people make2) The mental reframe that helps you negotiate better3) Th ... Show More
44m 19s
Jul 7
1073: How to Cut Clutter and Distraction from Your Life with Shira Gill
Shira Gill shares minimalist strategies for reducing both physical and mental clutter.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of clutter2) Why organizing tools won’t help you—and what will3) The easiest way to make your space feel less overwhelmingSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob ... Show More
38m 7s
Jul 3
1072: Reclaiming Your Creatvitity–No Matter Your Role with Tania Katan
Tania Katan reveals tricks for turning daily drudgery into opportunities for innovation.— YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why creativity can be an antidote to burnout2) How to find inspiration in the everyday3) Creative hacks to make meetings more human and engagingSubscribe or visit AwesomeAt ... Show More
45m 2s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2024
Biohacking with Dave Asprey
Today I am sitting down with my friend, Dave Asprey. Dave is the father of Biohacking and has been a friend and mentor for years. We discuss all things longevity and biohacking! About Dave: Dave Asprey is best known as the founder of Bulletproof Coffee and the entire Biohacking m ... Show More
1h 13m
Feb 2025
Tony Robbins on the Ultimate Secrets to Wealth, Mindset, and Success : 1250
What’s keeping you stuck in a scarcity mindset instead of stepping into abundance? What truly sets successful people apart from those who struggle? Tony Robbins has spent decades answering these questions—coaching billionaires, world leaders, elite athletes, and everyday people t ... Show More
56m 49s
Apr 22
The $500 Billion Secret: Why Top Leaders Chase Stress | Sébastien Page : 1272
Most people run from stress. The world’s highest performers run toward it. Sébastien Page manages over $500 billion in global assets. He’s the CIO of one of the world’s largest investment firms, and he wrote The Psychology of Leadership while living under relentless pressure. His ... Show More
1h 20m
Aug 2018
#5: Getting Sh*t Done & Improving Your Productivity with David Allen
Hear best practices from the GOAT of productivity, David Allen, best-selling author and inventor of the famed Getting Things Done system. David’s framework helps you keep track of tasks, ideas and projects, and focuses on getting this type of information out of your head and into ... Show More
40m 28s
Mar 2025
How to Find Your Path in Life with David Epstein
In one of my favorite conversations, bestselling author David Epstein joins the podcast to explore how to find your path in life, the problem with 10,000 hours, and why generalists triumph in a specialized world. David and I discuss why sampling different paths before specializin ... Show More
1h 25m
Apr 14
Dave Ramsey: How To Create Financial Freedom & Become Your Own Boss
Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!In this powerful conversation, Dave Ramsey shares the emotional scars from his early business struggles that transformed into 35 years of success. From the trenches of entrepreneurial battle, Dave reveals at Ramsey Solutions ... Show More
59m 58s
Apr 24
#932 - Dave Ramsey - Why Smart People Make Stupid Money Decisions
Dave Ramsey is a personal finance expert, podcaster, and an author. The rules of money aren’t complicated. Make more than you spend, live below your means. So why is it still so hard to get right? What are the real keys to building wealth, and how do we stop sabotaging ourselves ... Show More
1h 36m
Jul 2021
4 Dimensions All Entrepreneurs Must Master – Alon Braun with Dave Asprey, Part 2 : 842
This is Part 2 of Alon Braun’s Bulletproof Radio episode. We talk about entrepreneurship, how to make your vision a reality and how to be a great leader. Alon is the author of “The Entrepreneur’s Journey: 8 Steps from Inspiration to Global Impact,” and a mentor, teacher and leade ... Show More
49m 19s
Dec 2024
Ditch the 10,000-Hour Rule & Escape Failure Porn for RAPID Success | James Altucher : 1235
Today we are bringing back one of our all-time favorite episodes with James Altucher. Dave sits down with James, an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and master experimenter, to uncover why the 10,000-hour rule might just be holding you back. Instead of grinding your way to exper ... Show More
57m 27s