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Dr. Sarah Sarkis, a clinical psychologist and high-performance coach, dives into her journey of relentless curiosity and its transformative power.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Sarkis shares a memorable childhood experience that sparked her lifelong intrigue with psychology and how curiosity has become her primary strength. She shares how to use curiosity to combat monotony, develop self-awareness, and create meaningful change both in personal development and organisational culture. 

Join us to explore:

• Leveraging curiosity to overcome fear 
• The importance of self-awareness in life
• Using breathwork and movement for focus
• The role of leadership in combating burnout 
• Creating a culture of high performance at work

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In facing immense challenges, Damian Browne teaches us to be aware of ourselves and get out of the victim mentality. Tune into this week’s Unbound Tool to discover how to starve fear and feed courage.

Check the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjHus7MpoM

Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, unpacks high-stakes hostage negotiations and effective communication strategies in life and leadership.

Chris has taught negotiation courses at Harvard and Georgetown Universities and is the author of “Never Split the Difference”. Chris explains how to use empathy, specific key questions, proactive listening, emotional processing and more to ensure you reach the best possible outcome in any complicated conversation. We even explored how Chris would navigate a negotiation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin!

Chris also shares the magic of why showing up – no matter the chaos – is what life is all about.

Join us to explore:

• Negotiating a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia
• Applying tactical empathy techniques
• FBI communication tips
• Understanding Inherent Human Behaviour
• Real peace through collaboration

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Ruth Wageman is among the foremost scholars and practitioners studying and working with teams, especially leadership teams. In this clip, we share the three essential conditions for team effectiveness, drawing on research and practical examples from diverse fields including healthcare, aviation, and emergency services.

Check the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IE7Tdp0cCc

A pioneer in the addictions and mental health treatment profession, Tim Fletcher delves into the journey of trauma, healing and self-discovery.

We'll unpack “Big T" and "Little t" traumas, the power of feeling inherently valued, generational trauma, and discuss the importance of authentic connection, both with ourselves and others.

Whether you're dealing with trauma, seeking deeper connections, or striving for personal growth, this episode offers invaluable wisdom.

Join us to explore:

• What is 'Big T' and 'Little t' Trauma?
• Generational trauma 
• Why connection is crucial for development
• Understanding subconscious programming
• The toll of a performance-based identity
• Mindfulness practices to process trauma

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As a CIA officer, Rupal's job was to analyse intelligence and brief high-level officials, from Presidents to generals. It taught her the power of communicating complex information to a whole range of audiences. Tune in to this clip, as Rupal shares why it’s not about having all the answers but seeking them out and how to be direct with others about your knowledge gaps.

Check the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcsKIk02W7Y

In these minisodes, I pick key tools from previous episodes. This clip comes from episode 33 with Dr David Burkus, author and renowned organisational psychologist.

Tune in as he unpacks how to build psychological safety in teams, and his recommended toolkit with where to begin.

Listen to the full episode here: https://www.liveunbound.com/podcasts/33-dr-david-burkus-how-to-build-a-high-performing-team

Expert leadership scholar Amy Edmondson unpacks psychological safety, the need for belonging, and overcoming imposter syndrome in teams.

In this episode, we delve into toxic positivity, the balance between realism and optimism in leadership, and notable case studies like the "Miracle on Ice". In her books ‘Teaming’ and ‘The Fearless Organization’, Amy explains the critical role of psychological safety in fostering effective teamwork. We discuss her reflections on belonging, imposter syndrome, and her practical advice for creating supportive work environments.

Join us to explore:

• High-performance environments
• What is ‘Toxic Positivity’?
• The ‘Stop, Challenge, Choose’ model
• Overcoming imposter syndrome
• The true essence of psychological safety

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Renowned organisational psychologist Dr David Burkus unpacks how to enhance team performance and create meaningful work environments.

Tune in as David shares invaluable insights on the importance of collecting stories of impact, conducting the "It's a Wonderful Life" test, and fostering a sense of value and belonging within teams. We'll also dive into the challenges of hybrid work models, understanding cultural differences, and the significance of psychological safety.

Join us to explore:

• Having a ‘Prosocial’ purpose
• Building psychological safety in teams
• “It's a Wonderful Life" Test
• Collecting stories of impact
• Global collaboration in the modern workplace

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In a fast-paced, noisy, and overloaded world, Behavioral Scientist Nuala Walsh explains why we tune out what matters and how we can "tune in" and leverage the insights we need to become more decisive and impactful leaders.

Nuala shares her framework for identifying and overcoming the 200+ biases that can sabotage even the most seasoned leaders. From power-based traps to ego-based biases, you'll discover 18 science-backed techniques to "outsmart your own mind" and make better choices under pressure.

Join us to explore:

• Strategies for decisive leadership
• High achievers, happiness and the Olympics
• Cutting through the friction of decision-making
• Outsmart your own mind
• The psychology of winning

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