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  • Uptime – and primary reflections on optimized output and wellbeing
    2024/12/26
    In this episode, host Jason Henkel and training partner Tana Mann Easton dive into an enlightening conversation inspired by Uptime by Laura Mae Martin, exploring its core lessons for maximizing productivity in a sustainable, meaningful way. Together, we unpack Martin's insights on balancing high-performance with well-being, shedding light on the art of doing less to achieve more. Following this, Jason and Tana share their most valuable takeaways from over a decade of teaching individuals, teams, and organizations worldwide how to thrive in work and life.
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    38 分
  • A Wondrous Interview with AI
    2024/10/18
    In this episode, we embark on a curious and insightful deep dive, turning the tables to ask questions that are normally reserved for humans—but this time, they’re directed at AI itself. Through thoughtful reflection, I explore how neural networks process, think, and perhaps even "feel" in their own non-traditional way. What would AI say about its role in our evolving world? How can we utilize these technologies in the most mature and beneficial ways, ensuring they enhance our human experience rather than detract from it? This episode invites listeners to contemplate the ethical, emotional, and practical implications of working alongside AI, offering fresh insights to help us evolve our relationship with these powerful tools. Whether you’re tech-savvy or simply curious, this conversation will open up new ways of thinking about the intersection of human wisdom and artificial intelligence.
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    29 分
  • Neuroscience Behind the Law of Attraction and Manifestation
    2024/08/29
    Unlock the secrets of the mind with our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the neuroscience behind the Law of Attraction and how you can activate the power of manifestation in both your work and personal life. Discover how your brain's chemistry and wiring can be harnessed to bring your feelings, desires, and goals into reality, guided by cutting-edge science and practical techniques. Whether you're looking to supercharge your career, improve your relationships, or manifest your dreams, this episode offers actionable insights to help you align your thoughts, emotions, and actions for optimal success. Tune in and learn how to start attracting your next deliberate chapters. Don't miss out on this life-changing episode!
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    24 分
  • Upgrading Change Management
    2024/06/27
    In this episode of the Focus to Evolve podcast, host Jason Henkel is interviewed by Jessica Windham, founder of Solving Work, on a LinkedIn Live instance to explore brain-based and human behavioral insights for enabling deep and deliberate change for people and teams. They discuss practical strategies for overcoming mental barriers, cultural stuck points, enhancing productivity, while fostering sustainable work habits towards deliberate and strategic evolution cycles. Listeners will gain valuable knowledge on how to leverage the latest behavioral insights to drive personal and professional growth and progress. Jason and Jessica's conversation delves into actionable steps for creating meaningful transformations in the workplace and beyond. Don't miss this enlightening episode packed with expert advice and actionable insights to help you evolve and thrive. Tune in now to unlock the secrets to deliberate and impactful change!
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    34 分
  • I'm a white man. You're a black woman. Let's talk about that.
    2024/05/24
    In this Focus to Evolve podcast episode, Jason Henkel and Yas Barkley engage in a mature and insightful conversation about the importance of courageously addressing the sometimes awkward differences and understandings between races. They emphasize the need for authenticity, maturity, and love in these dialogues, underscoring the necessity of being courageously honest in our desire to understand one another. This includes the unconscious and generational tones and themes that are hampering progress on this front on all sides. Their conversation exemplifies how genuine, open discussions can drive progress and foster deeper connections across racial divides.
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    41 分
  • Practical Wisdom: From Village in Kenya to Globally Recognized Leadership Consultant
    2024/04/25
    In this episode, we're honored to interview Alyne Cistone who shares the transformative power of simplicity, grit, and purpose. Through her journey from bare foot childhood in a village in Kenya to globally renowned management and leadership consultant, we delve into the wisdom of simplicity, exploring how streamlining life can lead to profound insights and greater fulfillment. Uncover the unstoppable force of grit; learn how persistence and resilience can help you overcome any challenge. Plus, we emphasize the crucial role of staying connected to your purpose, guiding you towards meaningful achievements. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to enrich their life with simple yet powerful principles. Tune in to empower your journey towards success and fulfillment.
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    42 分
  • Craft of Meaningful Accomplishment - From Benchwarmer to Rowing Across the Atlantic Ocean
    2024/03/28
    In this gripping podcast episode, we dive deep with Ultra Athlete Katie Spotz, the youngest person to solo row across the Atlantic Ocean at just 22. Katie shares her practical and profound insights on the necessity of a compelling 'why' to overcome monumental challenges. The discussion illuminates how to embrace and reframe fear, turning daunting aspects of any journey into strengths. Katie's wisdom on accepting the inconsistent nature of progress is both enlightening and inspiring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to push through hard tasks and projects and to understand the mental models required for your own version of extraordinary achievements. All of this to bring awareness to the highly solvable problem of clean drinking water experienced by nearly 1 billion humans on Earth today. Join us for this unforgettable conversation with a true endurance legend and good-cause advocate, Katie Spotz.
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    45 分
  • Immediately Impactful Lessons from SEAL Commander Mark McGinnis
    2024/02/29
    In this episode, US Navy SEAL Commander Mark McGinnis shares the playbook on achieving peak efficiency and accomplishment. He discusses the art of 'getting things done' without succumbing to distractions. McGinnis emphasizes the critical role of conducting thorough debriefs, not just on personal performance but also on team initiatives both big and small. This practice, he insists, is the reason the SEAL teams have had such success despite near impossible scenarios and conditions. Commander McGinnis also stresses the importance of balance and recovery and needs to be deliberately engineered into our lives. Protecting time for rest, recuperation, and thinking, he argues, is crucial for maximum success at work or in any mission. Addressing the challenge of ambiguity, McGinnis advises embracing uncertainty as an opportunity for growth and learning rather than an excuse to stay stuck. He underscores the importance of ‘Commander’s Intent’ which is clarity of purpose, both at an individual and team level. According to him, lack of clear purpose poses a significant risk, potentially derailing even the most well-planned initiatives. McGinnis advocates for always having the mission's purpose at the forefront, a mantra that each team member should be able to articulate at any moment. Excited for you to come on this tour of duty with Commander McGinnis!
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    1 時間 7 分