Dan McGinn, senior editor at Harvard Business Review, talks about what businesspeople can learn from how top performers and athletes prepare for their big moments. In business, a big sales meeting, presentation, or interview can be pivotal to success. The same goes for pep talks that motivate employees. McGinn talks about both the research and practical appl ... Show More
Oct 7
The Trouble with Tech Companies (and Their Strategies)
Cory Doctorow, author and digital rights advocate, argues that big tech companies from Facebook to Google and beyond have evolved - or devolved - in a disappointing way. He says that many large tech companies begin with a good product, but that over time they prioritize first bus ... Show More
26m 30s
Sep 30
How to Lead with Courage in Chaotic Times
Courage involves taking bold action despite uncertainty and fear. In a volatile business environment, it's hard to be brave. But Ranjay Gulati, a professor at Harvard Business School, says that there are strategies any of us can use to get improve our ability to make smart bets o ... Show More
32m 9s
Sep 23
Steven Pinker on Speculation Bubbles, Super Bowl Ads, and What Leaders Need to Know About Group Psychology
As a leader, psychology is fundamental to your success - whether that means understanding consumer behavior, team dynamics, or even your own biases and blind spots. Harvard professor Steven Pinker says that an important phenomena to understand is that of common knowledge and its ... Show More
27m 29s
Sep 2023
The Mental Toughness and Confidence Blueprint, with Dr. Nate Zinsser
#460: Mental toughness is the bedrock of starting a business, growing a multimillion-dollar portfolio, investing in real estate, crushing your debt, retiring early.Today’s guest, Dr. Nate Zinsser, mentors elite athletes, soldiers and executives in confidence and mental toughness. ... Show More
1 h
Jan 2024
Rewiring Your Brain for Success with John Assaraf - CFR #695
In this episode of ClickFunnels Radio, the hosts interview John Assaraf, a renowned mindset and small business growth expert. John has built multiple multi-million dollar companies, written bestselling books, and appeared in movies alongside influential figures like Richard Brans ... Show More
40m 14s
Dec 2023
It’s Time to Talk to Your Team About Mental Health
The business world is beginning to recognize the importance of mental health. That’s why writer, entrepreneur, and podcast host Morra Aarons-Mele says that the more we understand and talk about our own mental health, the better we are as managers and colleagues. In this episode, ... Show More
30m 59s
Apr 2023
341: Ex McKinsey expert on war games, John Horn. How to read your competitors
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 341, an interview with the author of Inside the Competitor's Mindset, John Horn, where he shares proven techniques to help businesses think like the competition and understand why they act the way they do. Inside the Competitor’s Mindset present ... Show More
1 h
Jan 2023
What Mental Health Leave Taught One Google Executive
People who end up in leadership positions at huge companies are usually overachievers: they’ve succeeded in school, internships, early career jobs, and as managers and leaders. But all that success can also hide a whole lot of feelings that we push aside. Newton Cheng, Director o ... Show More
43m 30s
Jun 2024
The Truth to Enhancing Employee Wellbeing and Performance
In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Josh Krichefski, CEO of GroupM UK and EMEA, and President of the IPA. Josh shares his extensive journey in the media and advertising industry, detailing his rise to leadership and the significant impact of his "people ... Show More
43m 19s
Nov 2021
164 Strauss Zelnick - America’s Fittest CEO
Leadership is tough. For that matter, just about every job today is tough; the hours, the effort, the competition, the people, the pandemic. Success today requires a certain level of mental and physical fitness. As a result, exercise is key. And while it’s important, it can be ch ... Show More
19m 12s