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

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1093: How to Become Powerfully Likeable with Dr. Kate Mason 35:24

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Kate Mason shares how to be both powerful AND well-liked. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The common phrases that undermine your influence 2) How to ask questions while boosting your credibility 3) How to overcome the fear of saying no Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1093 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KATE — Kate Mason, PhD is a …

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David Gardner on Breaking the Rules of Investing (SB1736) 1:29:45

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What happens when you stop playing it safe and start playing it smart? In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug sit down with David Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool, to explore how breaking traditional investing “rules” can sometimes lead to the biggest wins. From his early career to building a community of investors who think di…

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One-Sided Love: How to Fight for Your Marriage When Your Spouse Won’t Ep. 695 29:46

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Nancy and I are back together to discuss a topic that frequently shows up in our inbox: one-sided marriages. These are spouses who reach out because, even in the midst of disconnect and hurt, they still desire a healthy, God-honoring marriage, but feel like they’re the only one who cares or the only one willing to put in the work. How do you reconc…

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Episode 478: Can you coach self-awareness and my boss is an llm 38:18

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Can you coach self-awareness? I manage someone who seems to believe their skill set is on par with their teammates, regardless of their constant PR feedback regarding the same issues over and over, the extra attention they are regularly given to help them overcome coding challenges, and the …

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How to Sidestep the 4 Culprits Wrecking Middle Class Retirement (SB1735) 54:46

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What really derails retirement dreams? Spoiler alert: it’s not always the stock market or your 401(k). Sometimes it’s sneaky habits—like leaning too hard on your house as a retirement plan or ignoring how long you might actually live—that quietly gnaw away at your financial future. In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug dig into the …

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Eat Like the People Who Live Happily to 100 (with Dan Buettner) 39:21

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Your eating habits could be cutting years off the end of your life. But there's a simple solution - eat like the people who live happily and healthily into their 80s, 90s and beyond. Dan Buettner studies the inhabitants of so-called "Blue Zones" - where people live long lives. Food and eating culture seem to play an important role this longevity. D…

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How Are You Creating Your Happiest Life? (SB1734) 1:04:06

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If having more money guaranteed happiness, we’d all just set our financial targets, cash the checks, and live joyfully ever after. But as Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant (Afford Anything), and Joel Larsgaard (How to Money) unpack in this lively roundtable, life’s richest rewards often have little to do with your net worth. They explore why some wealt…

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Addiction, Sanctification, and the God Who Heals: Wider Lens with Jonathon M. Seidl 59:03

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It's week two of Wider Lens. This week, Jonathon shares his story of recognizing his addiction, confronting the root causes beneath it, and finding freedom through Christ. From misordered priorities to the hidden struggles many Christians face, this conversation explores recovery, sanctification, and the hope that healing is possible. We are prayin…

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1092: Transforming Stress into Your Superpower with Dr. Rebecca Heiss 34:04

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Dr. Rebecca Heiss shares powerful perspectives for reframing stress. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why stress fuels meaning and purpose 2) The formula that helps harness stress 3) The 6-minute practice that reframes stress Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1092 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT REBECCA — Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a stress…

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How to Lead (and Evaluate Good Leadership) with David Gergen (SB1733) 1:13:32

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What can you learn about leadership from someone who’s served four U.S. Presidents, navigated some of the most intense moments in American politics, and still believes the future depends on building more leaders, not fewer? In this Greatest Hits Week replay, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome David Gergen—former White House advisor, Harva…

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Our Marriage is Struggling, But My Spouse Thinks Everything’s Fine Ep. 694 17:39

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Every marriage goes through seasons where spouses see the health of their relationship differently. Our unique physical needs, emotional capacities, and family backgrounds shape the expectations we bring into marriage and the ways we handle conflict. If you’re in a season where you feel unheard or disconnected, this episode offers practical ways to…

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Episode 477: Four months and I already hate my job and grumpy and fuzzy 37:51

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hey guys, I have been working for four months at my job and I already don’t like it. This is my first job out of college and I work as a C# backend engineer for a small B2B SaaS company. I really think this company is a dead end. There is a lot of technical debt and antipatterns and we have …

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Spotting the Sharks: 5 Red Flags Your Financial Advisor Might Be Waving (SB1732) 1:11:05

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Not all financial advisors are created equal—and some will steer you straight into the rocks while smiling the whole way. In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug share the top five warning signs your advisor may not have your best interests at heart. From shady investment recommendations to fee structure…

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1091: How to Persuade and Motivate Action through Compelling Data Stories with Mike Cisneros 37:30

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Mike Cisneros shares principles for turning graphs into persuasive stories. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why analysis alone won’t persuade 2) The antidote for complex and overwhelming data 3) Why NOT to answer everyone’s questions Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1091 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MIKE — Mike Cisneros is an awa…

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Why Having the Courage to Defy Makes us Happier (with Dr Sunita Sah) 39:53

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We all go along with things we don't want to do... or worse, things that make us feel uncomfortable or morally uneasy. We comply for lots of reasons. We don't want to make trouble, or upset our friends, our bosses or people in authority. But Dr Sunita Sah says we should be more ready to defy. Defy: the Power of No in a World That Demands Yes is one…

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Outsmarting Unintended Consequences: How Good Money Moves Don’t Go as Planned (SB1731) 1:04:32

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Ever celebrate paying off a credit card…only to watch your credit score drop? Or ditch your budget for “simplicity” and find yourself ordering takeout three nights in a row? On this week’s episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Paula Pant (Afford Anything) and Jesse Cramer (Personal Finance for Long-Ter…

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How God is For You When All Seems Against You-Rich Lessons from the Life of Jesus with Joshua Ryan Butler 57:57

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The next four Fridays I’m getting the opportunity to go a little broader than the topic of marriage and interview some incredible men who are authors, leaders, and strong men of faith. To kick it off, we are interviewing Mr. Joshua Ryan Butler to discuss his new book. God is on Your Side: How Jesus is for You When Everything Seems Against You. In t…

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1090: How to Get Recruiters to Compete for You with Madeline Mann 45:53

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Madeline Mann shares insider tips and strategies for landing exciting new career opportunities. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The resume mistake high achievers make 2) The simple tweak that dramatically nets you more inbound opportunities 3) The interview hack that makes you sound like an expert Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1090 for clickable ve…

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We Answer Your Awesome Questions: HSAs, Roth Conversions, Trusts, and More (SB1730) 1:15:43

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What happens when you hand the mic to Stackers? You get a mailbag episode loaded with real-life money challenges, surprising lessons, and a few “wait, what?” moments. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, special guest Anna Allem (a CFP® with her own winding journey into the profession), and Neighbor Doug dig into your most pressing financial questions—no fluff, no j…

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Everything is Never Enough with Bobby Jamieson Ep. 693 43:22

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Are you truly satisfied, or always chasing more? This week we sit down with author Bobby Jamieson to talk about his book Everything Is Never Enough and the wisdom of Ecclesiastes. We’ll unpack why your spouse can’t be your joy, your job can’t be your purpose, and your family can’t give ultimate meaning. Real joy comes only from God; the giver, sust…

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Episode 476: How much help is too much help and guarding against slop 37:36

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Two junior engineers recently joined my team, and I’ve been tasked with onboarding them. This is the first time I’ve been responsible for junior devs, and I’m struggling with how to coach them up. For context, we’re a small engineering team where self-sufficiency is highly valued; processes/…

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Unpacking Two Big Ideas: Infinite Banking and Saving For Young Children (SB1729) 1:19:25

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Labor Day might be about rest, but in the basement, we’re getting to work on busting some of the most persistent myths in personal finance. Joe Saul-Sehy and OG welcome insurance pro Tony Steuer to unpack the shiny marketing around infinite banking and velocity banking. Spoiler: sometimes “be your own bank” really means “make your insurer rich.” Fr…

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1089: Mastering New Skills and Information Overload through Lean Learning with Pat Flynn 36:32

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Pat Flynn shares his strategies on how to escape the trap of endless information—and learn the right way. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why learning less can help you achieve more 2) How pressure helps you learn better 3) How to teach others in order to learn faster Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1089 for clickable versions of the links below. — A…

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How To Tell Your Boss You Want to Retire Often (SB1728) 1:01:57

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Why wait until your knees creak louder than your rocking chair to start enjoying life? In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, Paula Pant (AffordAnything) and Neighbor Doug welcome Jillian Johnsrud—author of Retire Often—to share why sprinkling your life with mini-retirements might be the smartest, healthiest, and most joyful move you make before your …

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1088: How to Build Higher Performing Teams with Emotional Intelligence with Vanessa Druskat 44:59

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Vanessa Druskat reveals an overlooked key to unlocking your team’s performance: emotional intelligence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The number one skill leaders need to work on 2) Why a team of stars doesn’t guarantee results—and what will 3) Two easy practices that unlock greater performance Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1088 for clickable ver…

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Dr. Danielle McGeough's Guide to Avoiding Burnout (SB1727) 1:00:21

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If you’ve been running on fumes, juggling work deadlines, family obligations, and maybe even a neglected 401(k) or two, this episode is your permission slip to stop, breathe, and recalibrate. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Dr. Danielle McGeough—professor, transformational strategist, and champion of intentional living—into the basemen…

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Help! My Spouse is Married to Their Job Ep. 692 17:01

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Is your spouse married to their job, or are you? In today’s episode, we’re talking about what happens when work takes priority over marriage and how couples can recognize the signs before it causes lasting damage. Let’s talk about why this is such a common struggle, what Scripture says about balancing work and marriage, and how to reconnect when wo…

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Episode 475: Am I too loyal to my big tech job and politely preserving time 33:26

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hi! I’m currently working for a big tech company and I’ve just accepted an internal transfer to another team. At the same time, an external company reached out, offering me a job for a role I’m interested in and twice my current compensation. I’m not sure what to do. The offer from the new c…

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The Deceptive Allure of Investing Like the 1% (How We Get Conned) SB1726 55:44

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Ever think, “If I just followed the playbook of the ultra-wealthy, I’d be set for life”? Turns out, that’s exactly the kind of thinking that can lead you straight into the arms of a scammer. In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG break down the traps hidden inside the “invest like the 1%” mantra (and other similar phrases), complete with real-life c…

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1087: How Neurodivergent Professionals Thrive at Work with Shea Belsky 39:29

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Shea Belsky shares his top do’s and don’ts for managing neurodiversity in the workplace. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why neurodivergency is unavoidable at work 2) The unique strengths and struggles of autistic people 3) When and how to discuss neurodiversity at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1087 for clickable versions of the links below. —…

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Stop Caring What Other People Think of You (Bruce Hood on 10% Happier with Dan Harris) 1:08:23

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Bruce Hood was a mentor of Dr Laurie early in her academic career and now teaches a course on happiness based on her famous Yale class. Hear him discuss his top tips on 10% Happier with Dan Harris. Find out more about Dan Harris and 10% Happier at https://www.danharris.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Estate Planning, Charitable Giving, and Financial Hot Takes (SB1725) 1:01:47

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If you’ve ever wondered whether you should pass on your money now or make your heirs wait for the “big reveal” (cue the dramatic reading of your will), this is your episode. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Paula Pant from Afford Anything and Jesse Cramer from Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors to play a high-stakes round of “In o…

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1086: How to Unlock Personal Power and Deep Confidence with Chris Lipp 39:57

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Chris Lipp reveals the key to owning the room and boosting your confidence. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to end self-consciousness 2) A 5-minute ritual to prime your power 3) Two behaviors that naturally earn you respect Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1086 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHRIS — Chris Lipp is the author of …

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Donor Advised Funds 101 (with Adam Nash) SB1724 1:15:26

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What if there were a way to make charitable giving easier, more strategic, and—dare we say—more satisfying? In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Len Penzo welcome Adam Nash, founder and CEO of Daffy, to demystify donor-advised funds. Whether you’ve never heard of them or you’ve been meaning to set one up, Adam walk…