The Hidden Why Podcast

Rich Sheridan

"A complex system that works is invariably found to have evolved from a simple system that worked. A complex system designed from scratch never works and cannot be patched up to make it work. You have to start over with a working simple system." John Gall

In this episode, I chat with Rich Sheridan about his newest book Chief Joy Officer. From Rich's observation over the years, he saw much suffering in the workplace. At the age of 37 having lost the joy for programming and the likes, Rich began a new journey and started a company called Menlo Innovations. Their mission is to create more joy through technology. Most of our discussion, however, is around creating happy and as a result of productive workplaces. Rich shares examples and practical tips that we could all benefit from both at work and even in our personal lives. Enjoy!

Top 10 Books of 2018

By Leigh Martinuzzi

I read a few books last year. To be honest they were all pretty bloody good.

However, if I can save you some time and help you select some good reads this year in 2019 here are 13 of my favourites from last year.

Order of Time

Life on Purpose

12 Rules for Life

Guns Germs and Steel

Leonardo Da Vinchi

Atomic Habits

Lost Connections

The Moral Animal

Humans are Underrated

Willpower Doesn't Work

The Willpower Instinct

Siddhartha

Tuesdays with Morrie

Enjoy!

Escape Self-Absorption, Let Go of The Ego

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

We can have everything we want in life by escaping our self-absorption. Everything! It is not that we should deny self-care or self-love. We shouldn’t seek to abandon our search and satisfaction of our primary human needs – food, shelter, belongingness, survival. Self-absorption is allowing the ego to rule and letting it obsess over fulfilling false needs.

Here are my thoughts on how we can understand and let go of the ruling ego. Enjoy!

A More Beautiful Question

"Stay curious and question everything."

beautiful question: n an ambitious yet actionable question that can begin to shift the way we perceive or think about something - and that might serve as a catalyst to bring about change.

In this episode, I talk to Warren Berger about the power of questions and questioning. I read his second book A More Beautiful Question a couple of years ago and left inspired and uplifted. It also had me questioning life in new ways. I believe questions have the power to bring about significant change, spark new ideas, solve problems, encourage growth and ultimately allow us to find greater joy. A beautiful conversation with a look of through provoking value. Enjoy!

Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day by Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky

This review is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

In a world that is increasingly demanding and fighting for our time and attention, we find ourselves stretched thin. Cramming our calendars with tasks and to-do lists, working long hours, being distracted by social media and the likes, and spending far too much time on insignificant matters and less time on what is truly important. In this book, Make Time, that authors offer a simple and effective system to free us from distraction and this constant and perhaps unnecessary state of busyness.

I hope you enjoy my review. Please let me know what you think.

Our Greatest Joy is in Our Sorrow Unmasked

Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

Our greatest joy is found in our sorrow unmasked... then there is silence. I sit still. Deep in contemplation. This statement brings me slight confusion, curiosity and delight.

"Our greatest joy is found in our sorrow unmasked!"

To assess such things I usually find it beneficial to understand the intricacies of this statement. What is joy? What is sorrow? And why would we mask either, our joy or our sorrow?

Enjoy this episode as I share my thoughts.

Brian P Moran

"Have the courage to pursue your dreams in life."

In this episode, I chat with Brian P Moran about his book The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months. You guessed it - a book about productivity and how to get more done in life. However, it may not be what you'd expect. Brian has worked in this field for years and has created a program that revolves around the concept of setting goals within a 12 week period. According to Brian when we remove the annual, longer-term goals and way of thinking and sticking with a 12-week plan we will get greater results, faster. Brian shares the practices and tips for getting you where you want to go. I am sure you'll work away with a bunch of value after listening to this interview. Enjoy!

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too by Gary Vaynerchuk

This review is written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi

Gary Vee is a relentless hustler and in his newest book, Crushing It, Gary highlights how entrepreneurs can utilise social media to build their brand and influence others to the success of their business. It is somewhat an update or sequel to his 2009 book Crush It – a motivational and practical read on how to create a life around your passions.

Please enjoy this week's book review on The Hidden Why podcast.

Quote of the week.

By Leigh Martinuzzi

Here is my quote of the week and my thoughts. Enjoy!

To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear. Buddha

Leave your thoughts, comments and questions below. Reach out directly by email of social media. Peace, Passion & Purpose.

The final 6 of 12 Strategies to Increase Your Effectiveness

How many times have you got to the end of the day and while lying in bed before you nod off you wonder, "Shit, what did I really achieve today?"

In this episode, I share the remaining 6 productivity hacks to that have helped me get to the end of most days feeling better about what I achieved. Enjoy the show.