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

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1075: The Sustainable Path to Achieving Success and Finding Meaning with Kathy Oneto 36:13

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Kathy Oneto offers a sustainable path to achieving your goals in work and in life. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The major myths surrounding ambition 2) How to overcome inertia to achieve your goals 3) How to keep your energy up for the long term Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1075 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATHY — Kathy O…

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Episode 469: Passed over for lead role and perhaps I'm the jerk 35:53

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I’m a long time listener to the podcast. Thanks for reading and answering my question! I have over 20+ yrs experience as a manual QA and 6+ yrs experience as a SDET. I’m in a new role as a hybrid manual QA / SDET for a company that hasn’t had QA for a few years. After a couple of months a ne…

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Anyone Can Play, Anyone Can Win (Cornholing with Michelle Hastie Thompson) 32:59

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How do you put your life back together after your home and your neighborhood's been destroyed in a wildfire? By tossing beanbags at a hole? That's what Michelle Hastie Thompson did. Michelle ("Cornhole Mich") loves the backyard game of cornholing - and uses it to help her relax, share time with her loved ones, and meet new people. So what can cornh…

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1074: How to Improve Negotiations–without Compromising–with Dr. Joshua N. Weiss 44:19

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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 make 2) The mental reframe that helps you negotiate better 3) The five-step strategy to reviving stalled negotiations Subscribe or …

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Charle Kirk SHREDS Pro-A***tion Logic | Debate Teacher Reacts 16:30

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Charlie Kirk takes less than 2 minutes to dismantle this young lady’s pro-a***tion arguments! And he’s using a playbook that I want to point out to you. Because you can do exactly what Kirk is doing here – and have the same success. So let’s get right into it! The S.L.E.D. Test: https://www.str.org/w/the-sled-test Why A***tion Is Unjust Discriminat…

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Episode 468: Should I take a mini-retirement and doubling down on anachronisms 31:12

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi Dave and Jamison, Long-time listener, first-time question asker. Thank you both for the wisdom, perspective, and jokes you bring to the podcast. I recently received an inheritance of around $500,000. It’s not “quit your job and buy a yacht” money, but it is enough to reshape my life. I’m …

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1073: How to Cut Clutter and Distraction from Your Life with Shira Gill 38:07

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Shira Gill shares minimalist strategies for reducing both physical and mental clutter. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of clutter 2) Why organizing tools won’t help you—and what will 3) The easiest way to make your space feel less overwhelming Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1073 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SHI…

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The Jimi Hendrix of the Cello (with Joshua Roman) 39:07

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Joshua Roman has been playing the cello everyday since he was three - but then on a concert tour he caught Covid. The illness wouldn't go away and sapped his ability to play the music he loves at the level he was used to. How can things like music help us feel better during tough times? And what can tough times teach us about appreciating and reapp…

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1072: Reclaiming Your Creatvitity–No Matter Your Role with Tania Katan 45:02

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Tania Katan reveals tricks for turning daily drudgery into opportunities for innovation. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why creativity can be an antidote to burnout 2) How to find inspiration in the everyday 3) Creative hacks to make meetings more human and engaging Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1072 for clickable versions of the links below. — AB…

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Atheists Can't Deny THIS Near-Death Proof! 18:22

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Michael Knowles sat with Lee Strobel recently and they talked about Near-Death Experiences, but there’s something about certain near death experiences that atheists and skeptics simply cannot deny! There is just no good answer for this if you are committed to denying that God exists. Link to original video: https://youtu.be/c11i1an6aRg?si=KWZXzVNov…

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Episode 467: I can't get promoted if I do my job and should I get a degree to get a job in this economy 40:52

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I am a data scientist and was recently passed over for promotion to senior because my projects weren’t “senior level” enough, and I do too many ad hoc requests that delay delivery of my bigger projects. I am a go to for VP and C suite level execs in my company and am commonly asked to help w…

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1071: Boosting Productivity and Slashing Overwhelm through Timeboxing with Marc Zao-Sanders 40:58

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Marc Zao-Sanders reveals the key to breaking the cycle of overwhelm with a power tool that makes a huge difference. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to prune your to-do list effectively 2) How to use timeboxing to plan your day with intention 3) The art of choosing breaks Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1071 for clickable versions of the links bel…

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"Birds Are Like My Afternoon Martini" (Birding with Lili Taylor) 32:15

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Lili Taylor loves her acting career - but the emotional intensity of her work and the constant travel can take its toll. But Lili has found a way to relax and unwind - watching birds. As Lili explains in her new book Turning to Birds: The Power and Beauty of Noticing - if we stop to listen to birdsong or pause to watch their busy daily lives - we g…

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1070: An ADHD Strategist’s Pro Tips for Staying Motivated and Productive When You Can’t Focus with Skye Waterson 41:25

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Skye Waterson shares ADHD-friendly approaches to productivity that any professional can apply. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The quickest way to shorten your to-do list 2) How to stop overthinking and make a decision 3) How to make hard tasks more fun Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1070 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SKYE — Sky…

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Iran vs. Israel: Which Chapter of Revelation Are We In?! 20:58

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A lot is happening in the Middle East right now. Maybe you’re watching the news and wondering — is this the beginning of the end? Are we living in the pages of Revelation? And which chapter IS THAT? In this video I’m going to show you which chapter I think we’re in! But it might not be the one you think. Here's the link to the other video I made on…

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Episode 466: Bad performance review and moving in to the caves 29:56

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I had my performance review two months ago where I scored a “Does not meet expectations”, which I definitely understand, and my manager told me that some of my coworkers had been complaining about me. I’ve been working hard on improving ever since and my manager told me that they were really…

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1069: Eight Steps for Excellent Listening with Emily Kasriel 42:36

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Emily Kasriel reveals how to build powerful connections with anyone through her eight-step listening process. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why every professional needs to master listening 2) A demo of the listening approach 3) How one question leads to deeper conversations Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1069 for clickable versions of the links be…

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How Good Manners Made Me Happier (with Etiquette Expert William Hanson) 41:38

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You might think etiquette is outdated. Who really needs a dinner with nice napkins and four different forks? Etiquette expert William Hanson disagrees. By observing good manners we show others we respect and care about them - deepening our bonds. William (author of Just Good Manners and host of the podcast Help I Sexted My Boss) explains the origin…

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Ted Cruz vs. Tucker Carlson: What the Bible REALLY Says About Israel 32:02

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Ted Cruz is going viral for quoting Genesis 12:3 in support of Israel. But is he right or wrong in his use of the Text? What does the Bible actually say about God's plans for Israel? We're about to get into it! Check out my second channel for deep Bible study: https://www.youtube.com/@EveryWord_WD Sign up for my Debate Masterclass: https://wisedisc…

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1068: Finding the Courage to Say What Needs to be Said with Molly Tschang 38:20

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Molly Tschang shares how to turn difficult conversations into opportunities to build connections and relationships. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The preamble that helps your feedback land well 2) How to say no while still being a team player 3) What to do when you disagree with the majority Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1068 for clickable versio…

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Episode 465: Talking to your report's previous manager and how to replace a 30-year-old ticketing system 29:44

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: A listener named Mike says, To what degree do you think it’s appropriate to talk with your peer managers about people that have moved from their team to yours? How much weight do you give their criticisms of an IC that they used to manage that is working out just fine under your leadership? …

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1067: Better Decisions through Neuroscience with Emily Falk 41:55

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Emily Falk reveals the hidden science behind how we make decisions—and how we can harness that to make more fulfilling choices. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make doing hard things easier 2) The one belief that’s limiting your possibilities 3) How to disarm resistance to change Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1067 for clickable versions of t…

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How Dogs Changed my Life (with The Dogist) 35:29

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We all have our own ways of coping - especially when things get tough. So for the next few shows we're going to talking to people with interesting coping strategies. And we start with Elias Weiss Friedman, aka The Dogist. Throughout his life, Elias has found comfort in dogs. And when he got fired from his job, dogs came to the rescue again - they h…

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1066: How to Thrive When Your Resilience Runs Out with Dr. Tasha Eurich 51:51

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Tasha Eurich shares why pushing through sometimes isn’t enough–and how to bounce back stronger than ever. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of “grit gaslighting” 2) How to know when you’ve hit your “resilience ceiling” 3) The three needs that unlocks the best version of yourself Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1066 for clickable versio…

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Episode 464: Rehiring an overpaid boomerang and AI has taken over my teammate's brain 49:38

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Mr A. N. Onymous says, Hi Dave and Jamison, Long time listened, second time caller! I wrote a little while back with a common new-manager question about how to handle one of my reports who was at the lower end performance wise, but at the top end on the pay scale. I’d been trying to manage i…

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1065: Harvard’s Stress Expert Shares Top Resilience Tools with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar 43:28

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Dr. Aditi Nerurkar discusses the neuroscience behind stress—and offers actionable tips for building your resilience. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The major myth that leads to burnout 2) The rule of two for building healthier habits 3) How to feel less stressed in one minute Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1065 for clickable versions of the links b…

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The Two Words That Saved Mel Robbins (From A Slight Change of Plans) 37:30

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We’re bringing you an episode of A Slight Change of Plans hosted by Dr. Maya Shankar - the behavioral scientist who also happens to be a former student of Dr Laurie. Maya sits down with bestselling author and popular podcast host Mel Robbins to talk about letting go of perfectionism and people pleasing, and how to cope when you lose control of a si…

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1064: Timeless Wisdom for Greater Success and and Meaning in Work–According to the Torah–with Mark Gerson 48:26

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Mark Gerson shares timeless, practical insights about work–sourced from the Bible and supported by modern social science. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why Bible has helpful gems for folks from all religion–or lack thereof 2) The one question that leads to greater meaning 3) The optimal number of hours to work in a week Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.co…