How to Be Awesome at Your Job

How to be Awesome at Your Job
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Get more fun, wins, meaning, and money from your job! With 25,000,000 downloads and mentions in The New York Times, Forbes, and Linkedin Learning. This show helps grow your skills and impact at any job that requires thinking and collaborating. Each week, Pete interviews thought-leaders and results-getters to discover specific, actionable insights that boost work performance. Their stories and advice sharpen the universal skills to flourish at work. Boost your time/energy management, leadership, confidence, career opportunities, and fulfillment—while still getting home earlier. Try starting with episode 0: START HERE and listener favorite episodes we put at the beginning numbered: A, B, C, D, E, and F. (Subscribe and/or sort Old to New to find these starter episodes.) Welcome!

  1. 23h ago

    1163: The Surprising Keys to Superior Team Performance with Ron Friedman

    Ron Friedman reveals the science behind unlocking extraordinary team performance. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The three strengths that separate superteams from average teams 2) Why managing energy and attention matters more than working harder 3) The feedback approach that encourages lasting behavior change Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1163 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT RON —  Ron Friedman, PhD, is an award-winning psychologist and the founder of ignite80, a learning and development company that teaches leaders science-based strategies for building high-performing teams. His research has been featured on NPR, Bloomberg, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN, as well as in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The Guardian, The Globe and Mail (Toronto), Fast Company, Psychology Today, and Harvard Business Review.  He is the author of The Best Place to Work, an Inc. Magazine Best Business Book of the Year, and Decoding Greatness. He lives in Pittsford, New York. • Book: Superteams: The Science and Secrets of High-Performing Teams • Website: SuperteamsMasterclass.com • Website: SuperteamsInc — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Book: The Award: A Novel by Matthew Pearl — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min

  2. 4d ago

    1162: How to Set Yourself Up for Successful Change with Eric Zimmer

    Eric Zimmer reveals the small steps that build momentum and help create lasting habit transformations. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why most change efforts fail 2) How to talk yourself into choosing the right thing 3) The six ways we self-sabotage—and how to stop them Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1162 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT ERIC —  Eric Zimmer is an author, teacher, speaker, and the creator of The One You Feed podcast. At 24, Eric was homeless, addicted to heroin, and facing prison. His journey from those depths sparked his lifelong inquiry into human transformation and resilience. Through his behavior coaching, workshops, and mentorship, he has guided thousands worldwide in creating sustainable habits that last through steady change. His approach combines cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, providing practical pathways to greater integrity and deeper meaning. His story and his work have been featured in the media, including TedX, Mind Body Green, Elephant Journal, the BBC and Brain Pickings. His new book is How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life. • Book: How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life – A Guide to Lasting Transformation Through Behavioral Science and Wisdom • Website: OneYouFeed.net — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Tool: Clearspace • Study: “The effect of housing and gender on preference for morphine-sucrose solutions in rats” by Patricia F. Hadaway, et al. • Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey • Book: The Brothers K by David James Duncan • Past episode: 122: Nourishing Good Habits and Attitudes with Eric Zimmer — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    43 min

  3. Jun 15

    1161: How to Build Stronger Relationships through Emotional Attunement with Nidhi Tewari, LCSW

    Nidhi Tewari, LCSW reveals the secret skill behind better trust, connection, and collaboration: attunement. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) The next evolution of emotional intelligence 2) How to improve collaboration and performance with the CHECK-IN framework 3) How sharing your own experiences can unintentionally shut others down Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1161 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT NIDHI —  Nidhi Tewari, LCSW is a 2026 Thinkers50 Radar award recipient and keynote speaker on work culture and wellbeing, drawing on 13 years of clinical expertise with high-performing leaders.  She has worked with LinkedIn, Warner Bros. Discovery, TED, and NPR, among others, and presented at the World Economic Forum, Cannes Lions, TEDWomen, and TEDNext. Featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Inc., and Fast Company, she serves on the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and Harvard T.H. Chan 2026 Creator Cohort.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ • Book: Working Well: How to Build a Happier, Healthier Workplace Through the Science of Attunement • LinkedIn: Nidhi Tewari • Website: NidhiTewari.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Book: I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships by Michael Sorensen • Book: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek • Book: The Dictionary of Body Language: A Field Guide to Human Behavior by Joe Navarro • Past episode: 341: Decoding Body Language with ex-FBI Special Agent Joe Navarro • Past episode: 693: Building Better Relationships through Validation with Michael Sorensen — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    43 min

  4. Jun 11

    1160: How to Create Trust During Tough Conversations with Justin Hale

    Justin Hale reveals the key to communicating difficult truths while strengthening relationships. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How avoiding conflict erodes trust in teams 2) How to set expectations that leave no room for misunderstanding 3) The mindset shift for calmer conversations Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1160 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT JUSTIN —  Justin Hale is an author and keynote speaker who has worked with hundreds of organizations worldwide, helping leaders and teams communicate better, elevate productivity, and build healthier cultures. He is the coauthor of the New York Times best seller Crucial Accountability: Proven Skills to Build Trust, Address Disappointment, and Get Results. His research and writing has been published in places like Harvard Business Review, CNBC.com, Fox Business, Bloomberg, and Fast Company. Justin’s coaching and advice is also published regularly in the Crucial Skills newsletter. • Book: Crucial Accountability: Proven Skills to Build Trust, Address Disappointment, and Get Results, Third Edition • LinkedIn: Justin Hale • Website: CrucialLearning.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • App: Note to Self • Book: Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen • Book: Why We Do What We Do by Edward Deci • Past episode: 015: David Allen, The World’s Leading Authority on Productivity • Past episode: 482: David Allen Returns with the 10 Moves to Stress-Free Productivity — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    57 min

  5. Jun 8

    1159: Precise Word-for-Word Scripts For Flourishing at Work with Erin McGoff

    Erin McGoff shares the simple word shifts that will supercharge your confidence and improve your image at work. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How to get a raise with just a few words 2) How to set boundaries like a pro 3) The one phrase to stop using at work Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1159 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT ERIN —  Erin McGoff is an award-winning filmmaker and content creator—known as the “internet’s big sister” through her AdviceWithErin branding. McGoff has built a significant online presence with millions of followers, delivering candid career and life advice for Gen Z and Millennials. She received a Pulitzer Fellowship in 2017 and was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient in 2025. Her impact has been recognized by publications like The New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, and others, and she is currently a contributor to CNBC. Her New York Times bestselling book, THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF WORK, is on sale now. • App: StupidFish • Book: The Secret Language of Work: Hyper-Helpful Scripts for Every Situation • Instagram: @advicewitherin • Newsletter: HyperHelpful.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Tool: Cowork • Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chriss Voss and Tahl Raz • Book: What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry, M.D. • Past episode: 311: Communication Secrets from FBI Kidnapping Negotiator Chris Voss • Past episode: 357: The Six Morning Habits of High Performers with Hal Elrod — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    37 min

  6. Jun 4

    1158: The Science Behind Why People Quit with Dr. Anthony Klotz

    Dr. Anthony Klotz discusses how to manage the big and small moments that make us question our next career moves. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How the pandemic fundamentally altered our relationship with work 2) Why doing nothing is often your best solution  3) How to find more satisfaction in a job you’re stuck in  Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1158 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT ANTHONY —  Dr. Anthony Klotz is a professor of organizational behavior at the UCL School of Management in London. Known for predicting a global labor shift and dubbing it the Great Resignation, Klotz writes for Harvard Business Review and The Wall Street Journal, and his research is regularly published in leading management journals. He has discussed the current and future state of work with media outlets, including The New York Times, BBC, and CNN, and with executive teams at Fortune 100 firms. • Book: Jolted: Why We Quit, When to Stay, and Why It Matters • Email: a.klotz@ucl.ac.uk • LinkedIn: Anthony Klotz • Website: AnthonyKlotz.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Study: “Employee theft as a reaction to underpayment inequity: The hidden cost of pay cuts.” by J. Greenberg • Book: Asking: A 59-Minute Guide to Everything Board Members, Volunteers, and Staff Must Know to Secure the Gift by Jerold Panas • Book: Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara • Book: The Log from the Sea of Cortez by John Steinbeck • Past episode: 346: Seizing Career Opportunities with AstroLabs’ Muhammed Mekki — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    44 min

  7. Jun 1

    1157: How to Improve Processes, Remove Friction, and Accelerate Innovation with Jon McNeill

    Tesla’s former President Jon McNeill reveals the five-step framework behind one of the world’s fastest-growing companies — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) What most miss when designing processes 2) How to identify outdated requirements that slow things down 3) Why automation should be your LAST step Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1157 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT JON —  Jon McNeill is the CEO and Co-Founder of DVx Ventures. With a track record of founding and scaling companies, Jon has led teams that generated tens of thousands of jobs and delivered multi-billion dollar returns for investors. Previously, Jon served as President at Tesla, where revenue grew from $2B to $20B in under 30 months, and later as COO at Lyft, helping double revenue and take the company public. He currently sits on the boards of General Motors, Lululemon, Asurion, CrossFit, and Stash. • Book: The Algorithm: The Hypergrowth Formula that Transformed Tesla, Lululemon, General Motors and SpaceX • Website: DVX.ventures — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Book: Sam Walton: Made In America by Sam Walton • Book: The Goal: 40th Anniversary Edition: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt • Book: Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara • Past episode: 810: How to Get Stuff Done inside Bureaucracies with Marina Nitze • Research paper: "Attention Is All You Need" — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    36 min

  8. May 28

    1156: How to Make Great Meetings that Stop Wasting Time with Rebecca Hinds

    Rebecca Hinds discusses the simple shifts that turn meetings from time-wasters into value-generators. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why most meetings don’t feel like “real work” 2) Why every organization needs a “meeting doomsday” 3) The easy agenda fixes that save so much time Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1156 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT REBECCA —  Rebecca Hinds is a leading expert on organizational behavior and the future of work. She holds a BS, MS, and PhD from Stanford University. Rebecca founded the Work Innovation Lab at Asana and the Work AI Institute at Glean, first-of-their-kind corporate think tanks dedicated to conducting cutting-edge research on the future of work. She is a trusted advisor to companies navigating the challenges of modern work—from meeting overload and hybrid dysfunction to the messy realities of AI adoption and organizational change. • Book: Your Best Meeting Ever: 7 Principles for Designing Meetings That Get Things Done • LinkedIn: Rebecca Hinds • Website: RebeccaHinds.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Tool: Glean • Book: Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant • Book: Scaling Up Excellence: Getting to More Without Settling for Less by Robert Sutton and Huggy Rao • Book: The Friction Project: How Smart Leaders Make the Right Things Easier and the Wrong Things Harder by Robert Sutton and Huggy Rao • Past episode: 492: Making Meetings Work with J. Elise Keith • Past episode: 684: Achieving More by Tapping into the Science of Less with Leidy Klotz — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Scribe. Book a personalized enterprise demo with scribe.how/awesome • Narwhal. Treat your home to spotless, fresh floors with us.narwhal.com/pete. • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME. • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Get more fun, wins, meaning, and money from your job! With 25,000,000 downloads and mentions in The New York Times, Forbes, and Linkedin Learning. This show helps grow your skills and impact at any job that requires thinking and collaborating. Each week, Pete interviews thought-leaders and results-getters to discover specific, actionable insights that boost work performance. Their stories and advice sharpen the universal skills to flourish at work. Boost your time/energy management, leadership, confidence, career opportunities, and fulfillment—while still getting home earlier. Try starting with episode 0: START HERE and listener favorite episodes we put at the beginning numbered: A, B, C, D, E, and F. (Subscribe and/or sort Old to New to find these starter episodes.) Welcome!

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  • Creator
    How to be Awesome at Your Job
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.2K
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © © Optimality LLC
  • Show Website
    How to Be Awesome at Your Job

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