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Christopher Wallace with Dig to Fly talks about working with irritating people

Episode 534: The Zen of Working With Irritating People by Christopher Wallace with Dig To Fly on Interpersonal Skills

Karl Staib is an author that seeks out growth at every turn. It's why he writes. He wants to process his thoughts and emotions, learn from them and share them with the world. He grew up in a little town in Pennsylvania called Pipersiville. He moved to Austin, TX in this mid twenties and now he is living in San Antonio with his wife and two boys. If you enjoy his writing, he encourages you to reach out to him at DigToFly.com. He wants to hear about how you've learned to grow from your own struggles. When his father passed it was focusing on gratitude that helped him get through one of the most difficult times in his life. It taught him the importance of bringing gratitude to every single situation. Whether it's a difficult situation like his father's death or amazing one like drinking ice cold tea by the river with his son. That's why he wants to bring more gratitude into the workplace. His work inside a fortune 500 company that regularly ranks in top 10 for best place to work has shown him the importance of gratitude and how it increases productivity and communication. If you want to learn more just go to DigToFly.com. He is also a big fan of traveling, meditation, Yoga, hikes in lush terrain and his family.

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JL Collins of JLCollinsNH.com shares the most dangerous words your customer can say 

Episode 533: The Most Dangerous Words Your Customer Can Say by JL Collins on How to Be Successful At Selling

Mr. Collins is a senior executive with extensive P&L experience and a proven track record of growing revenue and profitability, integrating acquisitions, launching new products, developing and implementing business plans, creating powerful marketing strategies, building strong customer relationships and building effective teams. He is experienced in a broad range of markets including technology, automotive, investments, design engineering, electronics manufacturing, construction, horticulture and energy.

Mr. Collins is also an accomplished consultant, author and speaker. He is retired, but continues to write on his blog.

The original post is located here: https://jlcollinsnh.com/2011/06/17/the-most-dangerous-words-your-customer-can-say/ 

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Cal Newport shares two short posts covering how many hours you have to work before feeling productive, and pursuing metrics that matter

Episode 532: How Many Hours Do You Have to Work to Feel Productive AND Pursue Metrics that Matter by Cal Newport

Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.

In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.

His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive.

The original post is located here: https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2008/08/21/how-many-hours-do-you-have-to-work-to-feel-productive/ & https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2015/06/16/pursue-metrics-that-matter/ 

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Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter tells you to stop makes excuses, and to make choices instead

Episode 531: Stop Making Excuses, Make Choices Instead by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter on How to Get Started

Stephen is a solopreneur business coach and founder of Life Skills That Matter. He is an advocate for your inner voice to help you finally create work that works for you! He’s frequently referred to by LSTM Accelerator Members as a “professional nudger” because he’s so passionate about seeing aspiring solopreneurs succeed.

The original post can be found here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/stop-making-excuses/ 

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Steve Pavlina talks about conscious growth and business development

Episode 530: Impossible Invitations by Steve Pavlina on Conscious Growth & Business Development

Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows.

The original post is located here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2020/01/impossible-invitations/ 

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Jeff Goins of Goins Writer talks about what it really takes to build influence

Episode 529: What It Really Takes to Build Influence by Jeff Goins of Goins Writer on Building A Platform

Jeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.

The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/what-it-really-takes-to-build-influence/ 

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Dr. Benjamin Ritter of LFY Consulting talks about the dangers of searching for meaningful work

Episode 528: The Dangers of Searching for Meaningful Work: A Letter to Employers and Employees by Dr. Benjamin Ritter

LFY Consulting, based in Chicago, IL, and Austin, TX, offers leadership, career, and empowerment coaching and consulting services for senior leaders and entrepreneurs that feel stuck or unfulfilled at work.

They tend to be overworked, overwhelmed, or underutilized, while also lacking clarity, confidence, control, and self-alignment, and are unsure about next steps in terms of their work or business, and despite professional success do not feel successful.

LFY Consulting bases its programs on two distinct and exclusive coaching systems, The Three C’s of Self Leadership© - Clarity, Confidence, and Control, and The LIVE System© - Life, Intentions, Values, and Expectations.

The coaching process generally involves defining what you care about - your goals and values - then uses that clarity along with our unique systems to create greater confidence and control in your life that will guide you toward self-alignment and ultimately more meaningful work. Plus, we ensure that you understand the process so that you can lead yourself throughout the rest of your career and life. Start a conversation to find out more and how we can help.

The original post is located here: https://www.liveforyourselfconsulting.com/articles/2020/12/14/the-dangers-of-searching-for-meaningful-work-a-letter-to-employers-and-employees 

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Robert Farrington of The College Investor tells you why you shouldn't be afraid to quit a job you hate

Episode 527: Why You Really Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Quit a Job You Hate by Robert Farrington of The College Investor

Robert Farrington is a personal finance expert that focuses on helping millennials get out of student loan debt and start investing for their future. He also helps parents make smart choices about college financing options and navigating the complex world of paying for school. He started The College Investor in 2009 as a forum to discuss the myriad of financial issues facing young adults.

The original post is located here: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/22170/quit-a-job-you-hate/ 

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Robert Farrington of The College Investor tells you why you shouldn't be afraid to quit a job you hate

Episode 527: Why You Really Shouldn't Be Afraid to Quit a Job You Hate by Robert Farrington of The College Investor

Robert Farrington is a personal finance expert that focuses on helping millennials get out of student loan debt and start investing for their future. He also helps parents make smart choices about college financing options and navigating the complex world of paying for school. He started The College Investor in 2009 as a forum to discuss the myriad of financial issues facing young adults.

The original post is located here: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/22170/quit-a-job-you-hate/ 

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Leo Babauta of Zen Habits tells you how creativity works and how to do it

Episode 526: How Creativity Works, & How to Do It by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Behind the Creative Process 

Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness.

The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/creativity/ 

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