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Shawn Askinosie on How to Find Your Calling Jun 27, 2019

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Why would a successful criminal defense attorney leave a lucrative career to start a chocolate company? That's the incredible story of Shawn Askinosie, founder of the award-winning Askinosie Chocolate. In his book Meaningful Work, Shawn shares his insights into doing work with heart and creating a business with a soul. Named one of the 25 best small companies in America by Forbes, Askinosie Chocolate sources 100% of their beans directly from farmers and shares profits with them. On this episode, Shawn shares how to find your calling, what to consider when contemplating a career move, and why businesses thrive when work is meaningful.

Carli Lloyd on Outworking the Competition Jun 13, 2019

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Carli Lloyd is one of the most accomplished soccer players in the world. She's a three-time Olympian, two-time gold medalist, and two-time FIFA Player of the Year. Her clutch performances- a hat trick in the 2015 World Cup Final and gold medal-winning goals in the 2008 and 2012 Olympics- only added to her legacy. This summer, Carli co-captains Team USA in her fourth World Cup. But her journey to the top of the soccer world was hardly conventional. At one point, Carli almost quit the sport. On this episode, we dig into how she rediscovered her passion and developed the work ethic, competitiveness, and mental toughness that have defined her career since.

Adam Grant on Finding Motivation and Meaning At Work May 30, 2019

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Adam Grant is the youngest tenured professor at Wharton and an expert on how we can make workplaces more collaborative, creative and productive. One of the world's most influential management thinkers, Adam has worked with clients like Google, the NBA, and Disney Pixar as a speaker and consultant. His TED Talks have been viewed more than 16 million times, and he's the author of threeNew York Times bestselling books: Give and Take, Originals, and Option B with co-author Sheryl Sandberg. On this episode, we talk about how helping others drives our success and how we can build resilience and re-discover joy after setbacks.

Muffet McGraw on Why We Need More Women in Leadership May 16, 2019

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Notre Dame women's basketball coach Muffet McGraw is leaving a legacy on and off the court. In 32 seasons in South Bend, Muffet has led the Fighting Irish to two national championships, seven trips to the title game, and nine appearances in the Final Four. She's a vocal champion for gender equality in the workplace and sparked an important conversation on the need for women in leadership.We talk about the importance of having visible women leaders, why she wants to use her platform for change, and how she's built a championship culture at Notre Dame.

Angela Duckworth on Why Gritty People Are More Successful May 02, 2019

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In her wildly popular TED Talk, Angela Duckworth shares why grit- more than talent, IQ or luck - is a powerful predictor of success. Angela has explored the correlation between grit and achievement in settings like West Point, the National Spelling Bee, and New York City public school system. Her book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for 34 weeks. We talk about how grit can be learned, how to discover what we are passionate about, and what makes gritty individuals different from others. And if you're wondering how gritty YOU are? Take her grit scale here.

Michael Hyatt on 3 Steps to Achieve More by Doing Less Apr 18, 2019

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Author and leadership expert Michael Hyatt shares his personal productivity framework in his new book, Free to Focus. Productivity isn't about getting more things done at a faster speed; it's about getting the right things done. On this episode, Michael shares how we can free up our schedules for the people and projects that matter most. Learn how to eliminate distractions, set boundaries that protect your focus, and redefine your work so it works for you.

Marcus Buckingham on Nine Lies About Work Apr 04, 2019

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Called "the most inspirational data geek you'll ever meet," Marcus Buckingham is re-defining the future of work. After spending nearly two decades as a senior researcher at Gallup and then starting his own company, Marcus now guides the vision of ADP Research Institute as Co-Head and Talent Expert. In his new book, Nine Lies About Work, Marcus challenges our assumptions about organizations, talent and high performance. We talk about the myths behind many of our common beliefs about work and leadership, and explore how we can all become freethinking leaders who value our unique imprint on the world.

Nate Oats on Embracing Your Leadership Journey Mar 21, 2019

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Less than six years ago, University of Buffalo men's basketball coach Nate Oats was teaching math and coaching high school basketball in Detroit. Fast forward to today and he is one of the hottest coaches in college basketball, leading the Buffalo Bulls to three NCAA tournament appearances in four seasons as head coach. On this episode, we talk about his unconventional rise to the top of the coaching world, managing the expectations that come with success, and how he's been able to build a winning culture at Buffalo rooted in the core values of max effort, continuous growth and selfless love.

Amy Trask on Negotiating Tactics from an NFL Executive Mar 07, 2019

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As the CEO of the Oakland Raiders, Amy Trask served as the highest-ranking female executive in the NFL. Today she's a football analyst for CBS Sports and serves as Chairman of the Board of Ice Cube's BIG3. In her book, "You Negotiate Like a Girl," Amy reflects on her career in the NFL and the leadership lessons she learned on her journey. We talk about how she carved her own path from intern to CEO, her approach to negotiating, and why she never paid attention to gender despite often being the only woman in the room.

Celeste Headlee on Ways to Have a Better Conversation Feb 21, 2019

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Celeste Headlee's TED Talk "10 ways to have a better conversation" has been viewed more than 17 million times. She's an award-winning journalist and the author of We Need To Talk – How To Have Conversations That Matter. On this episode, Celeste shares the simple communication tools she's learned through her research and job as a public radio host interviewing hundreds of guests. Her smart strategies are a guide to have more effective, more meaningful conversations at work and in our personal lives.

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