What actually gets you out of bed in the morning? Is it the paycheck? The praise? Or something deeper?

In this episode, we dig into the science and psychology of motivation, what fuels it, what kills it, and how to create it on demand. From extrinsic motivators like money and recognition to the intrinsic drivers that truly sustain us, you’ll learn how to build a motivation system that actually works.

We’ll break down the SPACES model—Self-esteem, Purpose, Autonomy, Certainty, Equity, and Social Connection—and help you pinpoint what moves you (and what doesn’t). We’ll also explore why Gen Z and Millennials are walking away from hustle culture, and why boomers might have gotten it wrong all along.

💥 What’s in it for you:

✅ Discover your real motivators—beyond the job title or the bonus
✅ Learn a neuroscience-based model to stay motivated for the long haul
✅ Understand the generational shift in work, purpose, and identity
✅ Get 3 brain-based hacks to trigger motivation and build daily momentum

Whether you're burnt out, just getting started, or coaching others—this is the clarity you didn’t know you needed.

🎧 Tap play. Your future self will thank you.

References:

Neuroscience, How Our Brains React To Change And How Best To Handle It By Hilary Scarlett, Scarlett

Neuroscience for Organizational Change | Kogan Page

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The world won’t wait and neither should you. The next wave of future-proof skills is here.

We kicked off this season exploring five timeless superskills to help you thrive in a rapidly changing world. Now, we’re back with five more game-changing abilities that will define your ability to lead, adapt, and succeed, no matter what the future throws at you.

As technology changes and uncertainty are now the new norm, these skills will separate the resilient from the replaceable.

In this episode, we explore:
✅ Why adaptability now trumps expertise in a world of rapid disruption
✅ The critical role of communication in a remote, global workforce
✅ How to become a faster, deeper learner in a world of short shelf-life skills
✅ Why building a personal brand is now career insurance
✅ How AI-savviness can transform you from a bystander into a future builder

Whether you’re rethinking your career path, leveling up your leadership, or future-proofing your skillset, these five superskills will help you stay relevant, valuable, and ahead of the curve.

Listen now and your future self (and future opportunities) will thank you.

Resources:

Joshua Foer: Can Anyone Learn To Be A Master Memorizer? : NPR

5 Types of Stories Leaders Need to Tell

Building a StoryBrand 2.0 - StoryBrand

Introduction to AI - Training | Microsoft Learn

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Conflict. Just the word is enough to make many of us uncomfortable. Whether it’s the tension in a meeting, the conversation you keep putting off, or the unspoken disagreement that lingers like background noise — conflict is everywhere at work. But most of us were never taught how to deal with it. So, we avoid it.

In this episode, we take a deeper, more human look at why we avoid conflict, how that avoidance impacts your well-being, your relationships, and even your career — and most importantly, how to handle it skillfully, not fearfully.

You’ll be guided through a self-assessment, hear relatable truths about our biological aversion to confrontation, and learn practical tips for managing conflict with clarity, confidence, and empathy.

What’s in it for you?

• Understand the Real Reasons You Avoid Conflict
• Discover the Top 3 Sources of Workplace Conflict
• Gain Practical, Ready-to-Use Conflict Management Tips
• Shift Your Mindset from Conflict-Averse to Conflict-Ready
• Improve Mental Health and Self-Esteem

Whether you lead people, are dealing with conflict at work, or just someone tired of walking on eggshells generally, this episode will give you the tools, language, and mindset you need to stop fearing conflict and start taking control of it.

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