Best How To Be Awesome At Your Job Podcasts (2025)

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1108: How to Think, Act, and Achieve Like an “A-Player” with Rob Monson 38:11

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Rob Monson reveals how professionals can become A-players—and what leaders can do to retain them. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hard truth many leaders don’t want to accept 2) What A-players do differently from the rest 3) The simple trick to get a day back every week Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1108 for clickable versions of the links belo…

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What Retirees Wish They'd Known 10 Years Ago (SB1758) 1:10:58

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Want to know what keeps retirees up at night? It's not what they did—it's what they wish they'd done ten years earlier. Joe Saul-Sehy is joined by Jill Siriani (Frugal Friends), Jesse Cramer (The Best Interest), and Doc G (Earn & Invest), who all pull up chairs in the basement for a powerhouse roundtable on the five regrets that show up again and a…

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When Maps Go Wrong & The Science of Everyday Courage 49:03

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We’ve all done it — used a big fancy word to sound smarter or more impressive. But does it actually work? Research says no. In fact, the secret to sounding intelligent and confident has nothing to do with big words at all. I’ll explain what is far more powerful. https://www.businessinsider.com/use-simple-language-to-sound-smarter-2015-9 Maps are fa…

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Financial Literacy for Kids + Are Annuities Actually Safe? SB1757 1:09:14

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Here's a question: If everyone's buying annuities right now, does that mean you should too? Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug tackle that exact question in this week's episode—but first, they're starting with the basics. Because before you can figure out complex financial products, you need to nail the fundamentals. And who better to teach them …

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Reset Your Relationship with Stress (for National Stress Awareness Day) 43:27

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On National Stress Awareness Day we've pulled a popular episode from our archive. Stress can suck. Many of us drown in it - worrying about past events and fearing upcoming challenges. We even stress about feeling stressed. So how can we reset our relationship with stress - benefitting from its positives and avoiding those negatives? Dr Jenny Taitz …

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Is Having a Day Job KILLING Your Creative Dreams (w/ Stephen Robles) 54:50

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In this episode of Geek Peek, I sit down with Stephen Robles to talk about one of the biggest struggles every creator faces — balancing a full-time job with creative ambition. We dive into what it means to chase your creative dreams while working 9-to-5, how to stay consistent without burning out, and why your day job might be both the fuel and the…

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Episode 485: I'm terrible at hiring decisions and my coworker spams us with AI-generated memes 43:53

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: What signals do you look for when interviewing candidates? I’ve helped interview many people at this point and almost all of the engineers that I marked as “hire” that we brought on board ended up being low performers and were eventually managed out. I wasn’t the only one who approved them e…

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What Wikipedia’s Success Reveals About Trust & Are We All Too Fearful? 47:01

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When you’re stuck on a multiple-choice question, should you change your answer or trust your gut? Most people swear your first instinct is best — but science says otherwise. Listen as I reveal what research really shows about when to stick — and when to switch. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15898871/ Wikipedia shouldn’t work. It’s built on the id…

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What to Do When Money Gets Tight SB1756 59:48

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Nobody plans for their finances to get tight. But here you are, staring at your bank account, wondering if you should panic now or wait until next Tuesday. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug are here to talk you off the ledge—and give you an actual plan for when money gets squeezed. Whether you're facing a layoff, dealing with reduced hours, brac…

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1107: How to Confront Your Inner Saboteurs with Shirzad Chamine 40:14

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Shirzad Chamine offers quick but powerful strategies to rewire your brain for better results. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why you can’t think your way out of stress 2) How to take command of your mind in just 10 seconds 3) How strengths become saboteurs Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1107 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SHIRZA…

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The Dark Side of Achievement & The Astonishing Science of the Sea-SYSK Choice 48:29

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Why are the numbers 1, 2, and 3 across the top of a phone keypad but across the bottom of a calculator? It’s not random — and once you hear the logic, you’ll never look at a keypad the same way again. That’s just one of three quirky mysteries I explain at the start of this episode, along with surprising insights about portholes and time. Source: Iv…

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Terrance Lewis Will Make You Love Video Games Again 1:07:46

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In this episode of Geek Peek, I sit down with Terrance Lewis, the creator behind PerfectGameQuest, to talk about what it’s really like growing a gaming channel from the ground up. When we recorded this, Terrance had just passed 3,500 subscribers. Since then, he’s already climbed past 4,500 — proof that passion and consistency still win in the long …

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Tales of Financial Horror (and how we exorcised them) SB1755 1:00:50

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Pop quiz: What's scarier than a haunted house? Opening your credit card statement after a "just this once" shopping spree turned into a six-month spiral. Joe Saul-Sehy and Neighbor Doug gather 'round the basement campfire with Doc G (Jordan Grumet from Earn and Invest), Jesse Cramer (Personal Finance for Long Term Investors), and special guest Emil…

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How You Can Access Hidden Markets & How to Be A Super Conversationalist 50:51

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Hooters has no male waiters. Isn’t that discrimination? Or could it be that men just don’t want to work there? The answer is no to both questions. Listen as I explain the answer and why it is perfectly legal. https://www.businessinsider.com/how-can-hooters-hire-only-women-2015-9 How do some people manage to get tables at “fully booked” restaurants,…

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1106: How to Rewrite the Hidden Beliefs that Hold You Back with Muriel Wilkins 47:20

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Muriel Wilkins uncovers the hidden assumptions that dramatically shape how you work and live. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to spot when a belief has stopped serving you 2) The 7 key beliefs that hold you back 3) The key to reframing your mindset Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1106 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MURIEL — Mu…

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Banishing Money Monsters: How to Talk Money With Anyone (Partners, Roommates, or Coworkers) SB1754 1:09:33

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You know what's truly terrifying? Realizing you and someone you share money decisions with have completely different ideas about finances—and you're both convinced you're right. Joe Saul-Sehy and OG welcome Doug and Heather Bonaparte, a CFP and business partner duo who've mastered the art of not killing each other over finances. And when you work t…

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It's Time to Say Goodbye (for now) 14:46

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Find the original YouTube video here. Read the blog post here.By Oren Cohen

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Episode 484: How to get a raise after slacking off for YEARS and my PM won't stop DM'ing me 29:27

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi! Love your show and how casually you talk and make fun of everything! I started my career as a freelancer and then joined a mid-size software development company to learn how the sausage is really made, salary wasn’t that important back then. A few kids and a lot more expensive lifestyle …

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Real Money Horror Stories (And How Not to Star in Your Own) SB1753 1:03:36

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What's scarier than a haunted house? Looking at your retirement account after ignoring it for five years. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Doug welcome back Chuck Jaffe (Money Life with Chuck Jaffe) for his legendary annual Halloween visit—and this year, he's bringing two treats to the basement. First up: Chuck's Halloween Money Game for kids. Picture this: …

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Think You’re Too Smart to Be Scammed? & The Invention That Changed Medicine 48:51

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People who live the longest aren’t always the ones with the “perfect” body weight. In fact, research suggests that being slightly overweight can actually increase your life expectancy. It sounds counterintuitive, but the science may surprise you. Listen as I explain what’s really going on. https://healthland.time.com/2013/01/02/being-overweight-is-…

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1105: The Five Critical Roles of Every Winning Team with Mark Murphy 37:30

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Mark Murphy shares insights from his research on maximizing team effectiveness. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why you don’t want a team of all “team players” 2) The simple trick for more decisive teams 3) How to get your team to generate 3X more valuable ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1105 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT M…

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How Horror Movies and True Crime Can Make You Happier 44:57

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Halloween isn't just costumes and candy. It's also a time when we indulge our interest in the scary and macabre. But there's also a taboo about gory horror movies and gruesome true crime shows - we often feel that being interested in blood and violence is unhealthy. The opposite is possibly true. Psychologist Coltan Scrivner (author of Morbidly Cur…

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Why Creativity Isn’t Always Good & The Magic of Horror Movies at Halloween - SYSK Choice 49:27

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Your grandmother was right — you should sit up straight. Posture affects far more than your appearance. It influences your mood, productivity, and even how well you think. I begin this episode with surprising research showing how simply improving your posture can boost everything from confidence to cognitive performance. https://www.deseret.com/202…

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You've Got Enough Money to Quit. Should You? SB1752 1:06:11

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Here's a question nobody in the FIRE movement talks about: What if you reach financial independence... and don't want to quit? Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant (Afford Anything), and Doc G (Earn & Invest) tackle the idea of Reverse FIRE—people who've hit their number but choose to keep working anyway. And before you roll your eyes, hear them out. Beca…

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Why Winners Often Lose & What Great Teams Do Differently 45:47

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When you ask someone to recall something from deep in their memory, watch their face — they’ll probably do something that actually helps them remember. You might do it too without realizing it. Listen as I reveal what it is and why it works. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ulterior-motives/201110/why-do-you-close-your-eyes-remember Have you…

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1104: Exploring the Timeless Principles of Influence through a Christian Lens with Brian Ahearn 31:08

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Brian Ahearn shares his strategies for people looking to create ethical and meaningful change–both at work and at home. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How modern psychology and the Bible support each other 2) How to build instant rapport with anyone 3) The master key to cementing your authority Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1104 for clickable vers…

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Your Money Problems Aren't Math Problems (They're People Problems) SB1751 1:13:35

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Here's the secret nobody tells you: your money problems probably aren't math problems. Joe Saul-Sehy and OG sit down with Carl Richards—financial planner, New York Times columnist, and the guy behind those brilliant "Sketch Guy" drawings that make money actually make sense. Carl's spent his career helping people untangle their relationship with mon…

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Episode 483: My team hated me from day one and should I stack PTO before my resignation 38:22

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: How would you handle a situation where a team forms a negative opinion about you from day one — without any clear reason and without ever giving you a real chance to prove yourself? Even when you contribute technically, your suggestions are ignored… until someone else repeats the same thing …

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The Science of Morbid Curiosity & The Dirty Secrets of Clean Energy 48:50

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When you want to reach out to someone — to ask them on a date, invite them to an event, or simply connect — what’s the best way to do it? Text? Email? A phone call? Research shows one option is far more effective, and it’s not what most people assume. Listen as I reveal what science says is the best way to reach out. https://greatergood.berkeley.ed…

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Should You Drain Your Emergency Fund? (And 4 Other Money Questions Keeping You Up) SB1750 1:10:43

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You've got questions. We've got two CFPs and a former planner ready to hash it out. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Doug, and CFP Anna Allem tackle the money decisions you're actually losing sleep over—and here's the thing: they don't always agree on the answer. That's the point. Should you drain your emergency fund to pay off debt? Is whole life insurance for …

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1103: The Four Universal Patterns of Winning Innovation with JoAnn Garbin 41:33

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Former Microsoft leader JoAnn Garbin reveals the patterns and principles behind Microsoft’s biggest innovation wins. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What most people overlook about innovation 2) The secret to getting executives on board 3) The four patterns responsible for Microsoft’s success Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1103 for clickable version…

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Make Vulnerability Your Superpower (with NBA star Kevin Love) 37:07

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Not many elite athletes talk openly about mental health, but five-time NBA All-Star Kevin Love is changing that. After a very public panic attack on the basketball court he was told to "snap out of it". But Kevin decided to discuss his "dark moments" of anxiety and depression and show that vulnerability is actually a strength. The sports star joins…

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How to Master Emotional Power & How Elevators Changed the World - SYSK Choice 50:58

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As people age, forgetfulness often creeps in — but not all memory loss is inevitable. In fact, some of the most common causes are preventable, and with the right strategies, memory can be protected and even improved. I’ll explain what really drives age-related forgetfulness and what you can do about it. Source: William Cone, PhD, author of Stop Mem…

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What Lucky People Do Differently With Money (SB1749) 1:07:29

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Think some people just have all the luck? Think again. Joe, OG, Paula Pant (Afford Anything), and Chris Luger (Heavy Metal Money) break down what separates people who catch breaks from those who don't...and spoiler alert: it's not about being in the right place at the right time. It's about what you DO when opportunity shows up. And before that: ho…

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The Problem with Authenticity & The Psychology That Fuels War 48:20

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What really happens when two people kiss? Far more than you think. From the brain chemistry it triggers, to the subtle information you’re exchanging, to the dozens of muscles involved — kissing is a complex act with fascinating effects on both body and mind. https://www.thehealthy.com/family/relationships/6-ways-kissing-makes-you-stronger/#ixzz3kK7…

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1102: How to be “Lucky” by Hacking Hidden Markets to Get More What You Want with Judd Kessler 42:30

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Judd Kessler discusses how to navigate the hidden markets that decide how scarce resources—like time and attention—get distributed. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why some people seem to score more coveted resources 2) The counterintuitive advantages of settling 3) An easy way to become the more appealing candidate Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep11…