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Unlocking Confidence and Presence with Amy Cuddy
In this powerful episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, Stephen and Britain Covey sit down with Amy Cuddy, renowned social psychologist and author of Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges. Together, they explore the transformative concept of presence and how it enables us to show up authentically and confidently in life’s most demanding moments.

Amy shares fascinating insights from her research, including how body language and self-affirmation techniques can help individuals tap into their most empowered selves—even in high-stakes situations like job interviews, public speaking, or competitive sports. Britain as an NFL Punt Returner talks through how Amy’s work has been directly applicable to his role as an NFL player. The conversation dives into the science behind power posing, the profound impact of aligning with your core values, and how to overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome.

From practical strategies for building confidence to stories of real-world application, this episode offers listeners actionable tools to cultivate personal power and authenticity. Whether you’re preparing for a pivotal presentation, navigating a challenging conversation, or striving to perform under pressure, Amy’s insights will inspire you to approach life’s challenges with greater courage and connection.

Tune in for an engaging discussion that’s as practical as it is empowering, and discover how to bring your boldest self to your biggest challenges.

00:00 Introduction to Presence
05:10 Applying Presence in Various Scenarios
10:39 Preparation, Confidence & Self-Affirmation
30:38 Dealing with Hyper-Awareness and External Judgement
36:18 Exploring the Paradox of Nerves and Performance
39:06 The Importance of Personal Power
46:07 Power Posing: The Science and Application
55:02 Practical Tips for Cultivating Personal Power
01:03:13 The Broader Impact of Confidence and Self-Doubt
01:07:53 Affirming Others and Building Presence
01:12:30 Final Thoughts and Practical Advice

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Previewing ‘Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges’ by Amy Cuddy

In this preview episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, Stephen and Britain Covey set the stage for their upcoming interview with Amy Cuddy, the renowned social psychologist behind Presence. The brothers share their excitement about discussing a book that has transformed the way we think about confidence and personal power.

They explore the concept of “presence,” likening it to an inner strength that allows you to show up as your best self in critical moments—whether it’s a job interview, a high-stakes presentation, or a pivotal sports moment (like returning punts in the Super Bowl). Drawing from Cuddy’s groundbreaking research, they unpack how presence isn’t an innate quality but a skill that can be developed through intentional shifts in body language and mindset.

The episode touches on key themes from the book, including the science of power posing, the transformative idea of “fake it until you become it,” and the role of presence in overcoming imposter syndrome. Stephen and Britain also share the questions they’re eager to ask Amy in the full interview, including insights into her research process and her thoughts on applying presence in everyday life.

Join the conversation as the hosts dive into why Presence is a must-read for anyone looking to bring their boldest self to life’s biggest challenges.

00:00 Introduction to Presence
03:06 Practical Applications of Presence
06:27 Amy Cuddy's Background
08:32 Questions to explore

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In this episode of 'Paradigm Shifting Books,' hosts Stephen and Britain discuss their father Stephen M. R. Covey's book 'Trust and Inspire' and reflect on the previous episode with him. Highlights include real-world examples of trust and inspire leaders like NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang and Golden State Warriors' coach Steve Kerr. They also dive into practical applications of stewardship agreements and how these methods can revolutionize leadership both in corporate settings and at home.

00:00 Intro & NFL Update
05:11 Jensen Huang & Steve Kerr
12:22 Stewardship Agreements

Elements of a Stewardship Agreement: 
1 - Desired Results - What do we want to accomplish and why?
2 - Guidelines - Within what boundaries?
3 - Resources - What do we have to work with?
4 - Accountability - How will we know how we’re doing?
5 - Consequences - What are the implications if we do or don’t achieve the desired results? 

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Exploring the book ‘Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others’ by Stephen M.R. Covey.

We have a leadership crisis today, where even though our world has changed drastically, our leadership style has not. Most organizations, teams, schools, and families today still operate from a model of “command and control,” focusing on hierarchies and compliance from people. But because of the changing nature of the world, the workforce, work itself, and the choices we have for where and how to work and live, this way of leading is drastically outdated.

Stephen M.R. Covey has made it his life’s work to understand trust in leadership and organizations. In his newest and most transformative book, Trust and Inspire, he offers a simple yet bold solution: to shift from this “command and control” model to a leadership style of “trust and inspire.” People don’t want to be managed; they want to be led. 

In this episode, Stephen M.R. Covey takes us on a deep dive into the origins and key paradigms of the ‘Trust and Inspire’ leadership model, contrasting it with the traditional ‘command and control’ approach. He shares powerful insights drawn from his experiences, highlighting the value of creating stewardship agreements and demonstrating how this new leadership style can transform our ability to lead. This conversation offers both practical advice and inspiration for aspiring leaders and anyone looking to enhance their interpersonal relationships.

00:00 Intro
01:24 Genesis of Trust & Inspire
05:36 Key paradigms of Trust & Inspire
13:34 What Trust & Inspire is not
26:52 Real world examples
43:18 Leadership vs. management   
53:59 Practical applications: stewardship agreements

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Previewing 'Trust and Inspire' by Stephen M.R. Covey - A Paradigm Shift in Leadership

Stephen & Britain preview 'Trust and Inspire' by Stephen M.R. Covey, a groundbreaking book on leadership. The hosts discuss the book's relevance in modern leadership, emphasizing its importance not just in corporate settings but also in family, sports, and educational environments. The book proposes a shift from the traditional 'command and control' style to a 'trust and inspire' model, essential in today's rapidly changing world. The episode also includes an announcement for a book giveaway. 

00:00 NFL pre-season update
02:24 Book preview: Trust and Inspire
07:02 The world has changed but our leadership style hasn’t
13:28 Excerpt introducing trust & inspire 

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Applying the Seven Habits: Integrity and Inside-Out Change

In this episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, Britain & Stephen discuss the practical application of 'The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen R. Covey. Britain shares his experience balancing fall camp with personal growth and highlights the crucial concept of private victory preceding public victory. They delve into examples of integrity from movies like 'Gladiator' and 'Braveheart', and real-world stories like that of Glen Powell & John Huntsman Sr. They explore how a paradigm shift can transform one's outlook and behavior and stress the importance of becoming the creative force in one's life. Finally, actionable steps are provided for applying the first three habits to foster a proactive and organized life.

Link to notion page - Applying habits 1-3

00:00 Introduction 
01:37 Private victory, inside-out approach & being the creative force
07:33 Keep the main thing, the main thing - Jalen Hurts or Stephen Covey?
8:58 Glen Powell paradigm shift example
13:01 John Huntsman Sr. story of integrity
17:05 Applying habits 1-3 

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Exploring the Origins and Impact of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People'

In this episode of Paradigm Shifting Books, the hosts welcome their father, Stephen M.R. Covey, to discuss the renowned book 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by their grandfather, Stephen R. Covey. They delve into the book's origins, the unique perspectives Stephen M.R. Covey brings from his professional and familial experiences, and the evolution of paradigms and principles central to the book. The discussion also addresses listener questions about applying the habits in today's rapidly changing world, the challenges of living by these habits, and the concept of primary and secondary greatness.

00:00 Introduction and welcome
01:53 The origin, development & release of the 7 habits
18:07 Personal reflections and Impact
21:22 Primary vs. secondary greatness
27:52 Applying the 7 habits in the NFL
34:03 The power of habit 1 - be proactive
37:30 The hardest habit to live?
42:37 The 8th habit
44:28 Relevance of the 7 habits today
48:12 Understanding paradigms and how to shift paradigms
01:05:00 How to apply the 7 habits to your life 

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Previewing and exploring the legacy of the book ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’. Discussion around why the book remains influential today. Personal stories from Britain & Stephen growing up with Stephen R. Covey as their grandfather. The hosts also discuss questions they plan to ask their father, Stephen M.R. Covey, in an upcoming interview, which will delve deeper into the origins and core concepts of the book. Listeners are encouraged to send in their questions!

00:00 Why review the 7 Habits?
07:57 Stephen R Covey Life 
13:38 Questions about the 7 Habits

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Applying Book Insights: The Fearless Mind Recap and Real-Life Applications.

Britain and Stephen recap the insights from Dr. Manning and discuss how to practically apply these ideas in real life. The hosts share personal and external applications of self-awareness and reflection techniques from the book. They discuss the importance of daily journaling to boost self-awareness and how focusing on the process rather than the outcome can build a resilient mindset. Notable stories and quotes, such as experiences from sports figures and ancient Chinese wisdom, enrich the conversation, providing powerful insights for listeners to incorporate into their own lives.

00:00 Introduction to a New Podcast Format
01:10 Personal Applications from 'Fearless Mind'
04:39 Brandon Graham Super Bowl Application
08:17 Nick Saban's Process Over Outcome Philosophy
13:39 Chuang Tzu Wisdom

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Unlocking Human Performance: An Interview with Dr. Craig Manning - https://thefearlessmind.com/ 

In this episode, Dr. Manning, author of 'The Fearless Mind,' joins the podcast to discuss the transformative principles of mental performance. Dr. Manning shares his journey of writing the book, the importance of knowing one's strengths, and the significance of building skills upon those strengths. Both hosts, and notably Britain Covey in his NFL career relate personal experiences of overcoming anxiety and enhancing performance through these principles. Dr. Manning underscores the essence of focusing on the present, setting goals that align with personal growth and identity, and differentiates between ego-oriented and task-oriented mindsets. Practical advice, including daily journaling, helps listeners to start identifying their strengths and maintaining a growth mindset. Dr. Manning's insights are rooted in both personal anecdotes and extensive research, offering valuable guidance for excelling under pressure in both sports and everyday life.

Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to the Fearless Mind
04:38 Defining High Performance
06:04 The Importance of Knowing Your Strengths
17:20 The Role of Goals and Identity
23:48 Generational Differences in Motivation
29:24 Handling Authority Figures
33:46 Commitment Culture and Owning Your Lane
34:54 Ego vs. Task Orientation
40:56 The Science of Fear and Learning
44:38 Super Bowl Reflections and Mental Skills
51:15 Practical application 

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