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Latest Episodes

Compare, Carefully
May 02, 2022

Comparison is a powerful tool that humans are exceedingly good at wielding. However, as with any powerful tool, it can easily be misused to damaging effect.

Busting False Coupling and Finding Positive Negotiation Positions
April 27, 2022

In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of breaking false ties in a negotiation scenario. This happens more often than we realize, and the best way to do this is by breaking down the problem of

Making Space for Intuition in Decision-making
April 25, 2022

Decision-making shouldn't just be about algorithms. It also shouldn't be just about intuition. Incorporating both is required to make the best decisions for your career.

Blueprint for Better Intermediate Decisionmaking
April 20, 2022

Most decisions that are worth considering longer than a moment fall into the category of "intermediate decisions" we discuss in today's episode. These decisions require more than the quick snap judgme

Finding Perspective On Purpose - Make it Visible, Make it Clear
April 18, 2022

In today's episode we talk about finding perspective and purpose through the lens of two principles and one bonus exercise.

The Principle of Isolation
April 14, 2022

In today's episode, we discuss the principle of isolation. We use isolation in decisionmaking regularly! Now, let's learn how to harness it. You can only optimize what you isolate.

When Pressure Turns To Poison
November 11, 2021

Stress often comes from pressure. When we experience pressure, we usually respond by trying to relieve it - often to the detriment of our work. In today's episode, we talk about the dangers of pressu

Less Confidence, More Bravery
November 08, 2021

Confidence is often used as an artificial bluff, to help us feel less dread of failure. But this is problematic; when we put blinders on, we don't prepare adequately, often leading to blame-shifting a

Habits, Languages, Processes, and Other Behavior Engines
November 02, 2021

What do you want to change? The things you do repeatedly have the most impact on your life. Focus on the systems that produce repeated behaviors. We talk about these as "engines" of behavior in today'

Mindful Job Search: Myths and Psychology of Interviewing
October 27, 2021

We continue talking about conducting a mindful job search in today's episode. The truth is, that next application you put in is probably not going to end in an accepted offer. Whether by your decisio