Join Mike for his podcast, We're All In This Together (which is also the title of his latest book). Mike shares his own wisdom and insight, and also interviews interesting and influential business leaders, thought leaders, and change makers on the show. Over the past 22 years, Mike has partnered with people, leaders, and teams within top organizations like Google, Wells Fargo, Airbnb, Gap, Microsoft, Schwab, the NBA, Genentech, eBay, the Oakland A's, and many others. Episodes of the show authentically address important topics and challenges, and offer specific tips about leadership, teamwork, and life. These conversations are designed to give you practical ideas, insights, and techniques to enhance your success, impact, and the performance of your team.
As we move into this new year and think about our most important goals, relationships, projects, and desired outcomes, we want to be mindful of putting down our “sword” and not thinking that we have to fight our way to success and fulfillment. On this episode, I talk about why many of us, myself included, tend to armor up in ways that seem necessary, but don’t ultimately serve us or those around us. I also share some specific things we can do to put down our “swords” and allow ourselves to experience deeper levels of trust, connection, and performance – both individually and collectively.
In order for us to create anything new for ourselves and our teams, it’s essential for us to think differently. This is often easier said than done, because we often get caught in habitual patterns of thought. On this episode, I talk about how to get out of this rut and some specific things we can do to think in different ways. Doing this allows us to be creative and innovative, and gives us access to new ideas and solutions.
Full Show NotesIt’s important for us to step out of our comfort zone and shake things up from time to time, in service of our own growth and that of those around us. When we consciously choose to move out of our day-to-day routine, we can often access new possibilities and perspectives. On this week’s episode, I talk about the importance of shaking things up, why this is so essential, and some specific ways we can do this both personally and professionally.
Full Show NotesRemembering that multiple truths can coexist simultaneously is crucial for understanding complex situations and navigating work and life these days. This, however, is often much easier said than done, especially in today’s world. On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make embracing different perspectives so challenging. I also share four specific things we can do to expand our capacity for understanding multiple and even conflicting ideas at the same time, which can be a real super power when harnessed with authentic curiosity and empathy.
Full Show NotesCuriosity is essential to learning, collaboration, and creativity, yet it can be challenging to tap into our curious mind given the pace and demands of modern life. On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make curiosity difficult to access. I then share five fundamental practices that empower us to embrace curiosity and foster growth, understanding, and connection in our rapidly changing world.
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