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84. How to Fail Smarter: The Secret Skill of Bouncing Back
Failing isn’t the problem. The problem is when we don’t do something with the lesson that came from failing. Learn how to bounce back from failure like a pro.
83. Anxiety’s Hidden Cost in School and Work (And What to Do About It) - with Dr. Jackie Parke
Anxiety hijacks our ability to learn, work, and function. Learn how to cope with anxiety in school and work with psychologist Dr. Jackie Parke.
82. Post-Grad Gap Years + Should You Check Email in the Morning? (Q&A)
Does a post-grad gap year impact your hire-ability? And does checking your email first thing in the morning ruin your productivity?
81. Is Grad School Worth It? How to Decide If It’s Right for You
Learn how to use the WNC Framework to decide whether or not graduate school is a smart move, for you.
80. How to Do a Work Sprint (And Make Massive Progress Fast)
A work sprint isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s a super effective strategy for making massive progress on something important.
79. Rejection Sensitivity and the Missing Piece in ADHD Productivity Advice — with Lindsay Roberts
In this episode, I’m joined by ADHD thought leader and creator of ADHDKlub, Lindsay Roberts, to talk about what happens beneath the surface of an ambitious ADHD mind.
78. Weekend Work: Smart Move or Bad Habit? And How to Regain Weekday Focus (Q&A)
In this Q&A episode, I answer two listener questions. One is about working on the weekends (good? bad?) and the other is about staying focused at work.
77. How to Use Time Blocking for Better Focus and Productivity
Learn the real way to use time-blocking, a powerful time management and focus strategy that can optimize how you work and study.
76. 10 Digital Calendar Power Moves for Students and Professionals
Learn 10 strategies for making your digital calendar the power tool that it really is — so you can be more organized and efficient.
75. How to Pay for College with Scholarships — With Expert Dave Peterson
Learn how to pay for college with scholarships, from scholarship expert Dave Peterson. Critical tips for students and parents.
74. Should You Change Jobs or Change Companies? And Protecting Your Time at Work (Q&A)
I answer two listener questions: One about changing jobs, and the other about saying no to work projects.
73. How to Get Better at Something
Lean my 2-pronged approach to getting better at anything, whether it’s for school, work, or just you.
72. How to Finish Unfinished Projects (Or Let Them Go Without Guilt)
Got unfinished projects? Learn how to get clarity, let go of guilt, and actually finish what matters.
71. Task Management Gaps and Grad School Overload (Q&A)
I answer two listener questions. One from a professional who’s forgetting things, and one from a grad student who’s falling behind her readings.
70. Managing People and Projects: Real-World Leadership Lessons from Richard Regitano
Whether you're a seasoned professional or a student thinking about leadership down the road, this episode offers clear, practical takeaways.
69. Top 10 Executive Function Skills You Need in the Real World (And How to Build Them If You Don't Have Them)
These are the 10 executive functions that can make or break your academic or professional career.
68. The Time Management Trap No One Talks About
Even if you’re good at putting things in your calendar and tracking time, there’s a pesky time management trap you’re likely still falling into.
67. Why Critical Thinking Matters for School & Work – with Professor Mark Massaro
Professor Mark Massaro and I explore what critical thinking really is, how students can develop it through reading and writing, and why it’s one of the most transferable skills for school and work.
66. How to Stop Wasting Time at Work and Between College Classes (Q&A)
Do you ever find yourself wasting time at work or between college classes, even though you want to be productive? This episode is for you.
65. The Sunday Reset: The Secret to a Less Stressful Week
Want to stop feeling overwhelmed before the week even starts? A Sunday Reset helps you plan ahead, reduce decision fatigue, and make Mondays less stressful.