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🎧NEW BLOG EPISODE OUT: The Story of Herman🎙️ Read/Listen: https://lnkd.in/eEap379z In 2021 The Silent Why podcast launched with one specific last question it wanted to ask all its 101 loss guests - What's your Herman? Then, this month, Hermans became something a lot more real, and even more special. So, how and why did all this come about exactly? Well, that's what this episode is all about - the story of Herman. If you're new to the podcast and have no idea what a Herman is, you might want to listen to/read this (super short) episode first: https://lnkd.in/eyftxQYk (You can also search on your podcast player for 'What's your Herman?') Today's episode is all about how we got from the made-up question - 'What's your Herman?' - through to the real, live, little fellas that are out in the world now. To find out more about Hermans or buy a Herman, visit: https://lnkd.in/eGFPPU99 #hope #hermanhope #thehermancompany #thesilentwhy #grief #loss #griefsupport

🆕 New Post Alert –> Bourbon & Banter Podcast #36 – Welcome to the Hellidays "We’re here to help you through the ridiculousness of the holidays, or “hellidays” as may be more appropriate. That’s right, we all learn a new word in this episode!" Click-through to read more. 🥃

Are you tired of constantly saying "yes" to everything and feeling overwhelmed as a result? In this episode, I discuss the powerful concept of making room for "yes" through discovering the power of a strategic "no". In this episode, you will discover: - The importance of getting clear on your priorities both personally and professionally - How to embrace the power of a strategic “no” in order to make room for “yes” - My favorite way to say no that won’t burn bridges Be sure to head to your podcast platform of choice, or visit our website to hear the full episode. https://buff.ly/3SOMNud

✅ There's another big reason to have a "Top 10 Developer's Checklist". It's about effective work processes that are enabled by energized employees. How do you best energize and motivate your developer team to take effective action and utilize these best practices? 😀 This happens best by knowing your team on a deeper level. When was the last time you had effective 1:1 Developer team meetings where you actually got to know the why behind each person's drive? 👨🏫 What's a great way to get started? Review and implement best practices from Headway's "Top 5 Developer Mentorship Checklist". I hope this is helpful. If you want a copy please message me "Developer Mentorship". I'm happy to share it along with you. #developer #ctos #productmanagement

The latest episode of The Live Into Your Brilliance podcast is now live - 'Avoiding the Pitfalls that cause us to Strangle Human Potential' (Link in the comments) No one sets out to throttle human potential, however it is so easy to fall for tricks of the mind that knock us off track. In this episode we do our best to blow up some of those illusions and to offer alternative perspectives that can help us notice what is happening and to quick re-calibrate. #liveintoyourbrilliance #be #humanpotential

The latest episode of The Live Into Your Brilliance podcast is now live - 'Avoiding the Pitfalls that cause us to Strangle Human Potential' (Link in the comments) No one sets out to throttle human potential, however it is so easy to fall for tricks of the mind that knock us off track. In this episode we do our best to blow up some of those illusions and to offer alternative perspectives that can help us notice what is happening and to quick re-calibrate. #liveintoyourbrilliance #be #humanpotential

Another exciting episode just dropped today! Join us in this new episode of Be Authentic or GTFO Podcast with our guest Ashton Buswell, as he talks about the challenges and growth of constant relocation. Learn how staying genuine and embracing your faith can make all the difference. All platform links are in the comment section. #beauthenticorgtfo #embracingchange #selfdiscovery

"You can't do two things at once. You can try, which basically just means you're jumping from one thing to the other and back again. And every time you do that jump, you lose a little bit." - David Heinemeier Hansson In this clip from the latest episode of The REWORK Podcast, David explains why adding new things to projects in progress leads to lost attention, lost context, and lost progress and momentum. Check out the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gz3Wx-dn

David is absolutely correct here. Multitasking is the best way to be totally mediocre at your job, while feeling like you're killing it... I recently learned about a technique to down regulate your sympathetic nervous system (which is responsible for activating the body's fight-or-flight response in times of arousal or perceived threat), allowing for the time and space to "come down" from a highly engaging or energetic activity. The energy isn't always physical, either. It can just be an onslaught of dopamine hits keeping your mind stimulated yet unfocused. For example, leading an engaging meeting, or answering a ton of messages in Slack as you bounce around from unread channel to unread channel responding to folks waiting on your reply. The technique is called box breathing, and while it may sound simple (breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, breathe out for 4 seconds, and hold for 4 seconds), the results are honestly quite transformative. Give it a try! Next time you need to focus on creating some content, or are doing some strategic planning, or maybe reading through a tutorial or guide that requires focus and a flow state, pause before jumping in and calm your body and mind with some breath work. Then do one thing at a time to completion, while keeping distractions to a minimum.

In this episode, I want to challenge your definition of what it means to "live on one income." I want to share my family's experience and how this approach has brought simplicity to our lives. I'll also share some tips on how you can make living on one income a reality for you. 🤓 Listen to it here: jenhemphill.com/359 or search for it in your favorite podcast player! 🎧⁠