How I Work

Amantha Imber
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How I Work

Have you ever wondered if the worlds’ leading entrepreneurs, writers, musicians and business people construct their day differently to you? How I Work delves into the working days of some of the world’s most successful innovators. We discuss tactics, rituals and tricks they use to achieve so much more than the average person, despite having the same number of hours in the day.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Quick Win: ConvertKit's Nathan Barry on how flywheels transformed his business

    ConvertKit Founder and CEO Nathan Barry reveals how he harnessed the power of flywheels to skyrocket growth.Nathan shares: 🌀 The physics-inspired concept of flywheels and how it applies to business 🚀 Nathan's personal journey from content marketing struggles to sales success 📊 The three laws of flywheels that can supercharge your business strategy 🔍 A step-by-step breakdown of ConvertKit's game-changing sales flywheel 💡 How to turn customer feedback into a powerful growth engine Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or simply someone looking to boost productivity, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you build unstoppable momentum in your pursuits. Visit Nathan Barry's website: nathanbarry.com Catch his documentary and podcast, “Billion Dollar Creator.” Listen to the full Interview with Nathan here. My new book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha.substack.com/ Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes.Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min

  2. 13 NOV

    Atlassian’s Dom Price says ‘difficult conversations’ can be easy if you know how

    Do difficult workplace conversations terrify you? Does the idea of having to tell a colleague something they won’t like make you just want to pack up for the day and go home instead? If that’s the case then returning guest Dom Price might have the mindset flip and strategies you need to approach these conversations with enthusiasm instead of trepidation. Dom is the resident Work Futurist at Atlassian one of the largest software businesses in the world and has responsibilities spanning 7 global R&D centres. On top of that he is a celebrated keynote speaker and a former Director of Deliotte. I wanted to talk to Dom about having difficult conversations in the workplace and was honestly surprised by some of the insights he shared.   In this episode Dom shares: -         🔄 Two things you might be doing that are actually making conversations more difficult. -         💡 Tricks you can use to make difficult conversations easier. -         📝 The unique way he prepares for tough conversations that you can do as well. -         🛡️ How to approach a conversation with someone when you don’t feel safe.   Key Quotes: "You don't course correct well by accident, you course correct on purpose." "We've spent so long talking about psychological safety that we've not realised it's a set of actions, it’s not a set of words." “Preparation is good. Over preparation isn't good." Connect Dom via X, Linkedin, or on his website.   My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au   Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    37 min

  3. 6 NOV

    Quick Win: Kim Scott on why being "nice" is the cruelest thing leaders can do

    Kim Scott, author of global bestseller Radical Candour, reveals the leadership mistake that almost cost her everything. Discover how a single conversation changed her entire approach to management and sparked a global movement. Kim shares: 🎯 The two crucial elements of radical candor and why they're essential for success 🧠 A powerful framework for balancing care and challenge in your leadership style 🤔 Why being "nice" can be the cruelest thing you can do as a leader Learn how to revolutionise your leadership approach, boost team performance, and create a culture of trust and growth. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring manager, this episode will change the way you think about feedback forever. Follow Kim on Linkedin. Grab your copy of Kim’s new book Radical Respect. Listen to the full Interview with Kim here. My new book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha.substack.com/ Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes.Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits:Host: Amantha ImberSound Engineer: Martin ImberEpisode Producer: Rowena Murray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min

  4. 30 OCT

    Want to thrive in uncertain times? Dr. Gabriella Rosen Kellerman wrote the book on it.

    In the face of uncertainty and change, how do you ensure you don’t feel lost and defeated? More importantly, how do you ensure that doesn’t happen to the team you lead? Dr Gabriella Rosen Kellerman is the Chief Innovation Officer at BetterUp and she sees firsthand their cross discipline research into what can be done to help human flourishing. Professionally she advises Fortune 500 CEOs and CHROs and contributes regularly to Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review and Scientific American Mind, Her book Tomorrowmind, co-authored by Professor Martin Seligman provides research on how to navigate the never-ending cycles of change and unprecedented uncertainty that we are all facing in the present working climate.   In this episode Gabriella shares: -        ✨ Her tricks on how you can bring creativity into your workforce -        💡 Why you need to help your team develop their own sense of meaning if you want them remain with you long term. -        🛡️ How to build resilience and use it to survive uncertain times and challenging times -        🔮 Why prospection is a key skill for every leader who wants to grow their teams trust -        🌱 How to master the stories you tell yourself to turn setbacks into growth   Key Quotes: “Prospection, our ability to see and plan for the future is an essential part of what builds peoples trust in leaders today." "Recognition is an antidote and it's almost a vaccine for a crisis of mattering." “Resilience doesn't mean that it doesn’t feel incredibly painful and challenging and you may cry and scream and be furious." Find Gabriella’s book via her website or connect with her on linkedin.   My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au   Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 min

  5. 23 OCT

    Quick Win: Google's Laura Mae Martin on the simplest way to communicate your boundaries

    Google's top time management expert Laura Mae Martin shares the secrets of setting clear boundaries at work. Learn how to: 🛑 Set powerful boundaries that stick 💬 Communicate your work preferences effectively ⚖️ Balance passion for work with family priorities Whether you're a busy professional or an aspiring leader, Laura May Martin's insights will revolutionise how you approach your work and life. Connect with Laura on her Instagram or at the Google Keywords blog. Listen to the full Interview with Laura here. My new book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha.substack.com/ Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits:Host: Amantha ImberSound Engineer: Martin ImberEpisode Producer: Rowena Murray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min

  6. 16 OCT

    How to have a meeting that isn't a complete waste of time with Prof Steven Rogelberg

    Are the meetings you lead not actually getting enough done? Are you worried that participants are leaving them feeling annoyed? If so, then this episode is for you. Professor Steven Rogelberg is an organisational psychologist, an award-winning author and the world’s leading expert on workplace meetings. He is an award-winning teacher with over 200 publications and has been cited well-over 12,000 times in the academic literature. Steven’s keynotes on meetings span the globe and occur at the world’s leading organisations such as Google, Facebook, Amazon, Pfizer, Cisco, Bank of America, PayPal, The United Nations, and many more. His book, The Surprising Science of Meetings: How You Can Lead Your Team to Peak Performance has been on over 25 “best of” lists including being recognized by the Washington Post as the #1 leadership book to watch for. To top it off, Adam Grant has called Steven the “world’s leading expert on how to fix meetings”. In this episode Steven shares: -        🔍 How to figure out if something should actually be a meeting and who needs to be invited to it -        🎯 The common traits that make an effective meeting leader and the mistakes we make that can derail a meeting -        🎉 Some unusual and unique techniques you can use to liven up your meetings -        🤖 The role of AI in meetings and what you should and shouldn’t use it for -        📋 What you need to do before and after a meeting to ensure maximum success   Key Quotes: “One of the best predictors of the mood of a meeting is the mood of the leader coming into the meeting.” “We act with intentionality all the time when we're meeting with important stakeholders, but we don’t act with intentionality when it comes to meeting with our peers.” “The characteristic of really good meeting leaders is they understand that meetings need an ending.” Connect with Steven via his website and linkedin.   My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au   Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min

  7. 9 OCT

    Quick Win: Kemi Nekvapil reveals the most powerful lesson her coach taught her

    World-renowned coach and bestselling author, Kemi Nekvapil, reveals the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to business and life.Kemi shares: 💡 A game-changing piece of advice from her coach that revolutionised her decision-making 🚫 The art of saying 'no' and setting boundaries in professional relationships 🔮 A profound life lesson that will transform how you view expectations from others Kemi's raw honesty and hard-earned wisdom offer invaluable insights for anyone navigating the complex worlds of business, relationships, and personal growth.Connect with Kemi on Kemi and Instagram.Get your copy of Power.Listen to the full Interview with Kemi here.My new book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha.substack.com/ Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits:Host: Amantha ImberSound Engineer: Martin ImberEpisode Producer: Rowena Murray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min

  8. 3 OCT

    How to reset your Health Habits with me (!) and Kayla Itsines

    Sweat Daily crossover! A few months ago, Sweat co-founder and fitspo star Kayla Itsines invited me on her podcast Sweat Daily to talk all about habits. And Kayla has kindly given me the interview to share with you guys! We discuss how to hack your health habits - through breaking down barriers, habit stacking and a technique called temptation bundling. Check out Sweat Daily wherever you get your podcasts. Looking to smash your fitness goals? Sign up to the Sweat app, or find us on InstagramInstagram - @sweat https://sweat.com/sweatdaily  Want more Kayla? You can find her on:Instagram - @kayla_itsinesTikTok - @kayla_itsines My book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/  Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai)  If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
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Have you ever wondered if the worlds’ leading entrepreneurs, writers, musicians and business people construct their day differently to you? How I Work delves into the working days of some of the world’s most successful innovators. We discuss tactics, rituals and tricks they use to achieve so much more than the average person, despite having the same number of hours in the day.

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  • Creator
    Amantha Imber
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    567
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Amantha Imber
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    How I Work

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