Best How To Be Awesome At Your Job Podcasts (2024)

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989: Training Your Brain for Maximum Efficiency with Dr. Mithu Storoni 48:31

3d ago48:31

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Dr. Mithu Storoni goes behind the science of how focus works to use your brain to its maximum capacity. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to identify and get into the best mental gear for your work 2) What to do when work gets either boring or overwhelming 3) The trick to resetting your brain Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep989 for clickable versio…

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Portland’s east side poised to host 2 new venues, could boost the city’s music scene 5:00

2m ago5:00

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Two different projects are moving forward to develop entertainment venues that are able to accommodate audiences of more than 3,000 people.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Officials spearheading Oregon drug recriminalization could learn a lot from Washington 5:07

1h ago5:07

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Some of the people at the heart of that process believe Oregon is on the verge of making critical mistakes that mean many parts of the state will flop when it comes to meeting the overarching goal: steering drug users who are causing public angst and disorder away from the public eye and toward recovery.…

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Unlock Better Sleep and Health by Harnessing Your Circadian Rhythm 53:25

12m ago53:25

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You probably know your body follows a circadian rhythm, and probably think of it as primarily regulating your sleep/wake cycle, which it certainly does. But your body's internal clock also regulates many other physical, mental, and behavioral changes that occur every 24 hours, and working with your circadian rhythm, rather than against it, can boos…

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Final XOXO festival this weekend 4:33

19m ago4:33

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The investigation into the mass shooting last October in Lewiston, Maine, said local law enforcement and Army Reserve leaders failed repeatedly to take steps to prevent the tragidity. We’ll find out more in our newscast, just two minutes away on O-P-B. (IDS). Today is Tuesday August 20th … it’s 4 o'clock … Good afternoon. 4:00 BILLBOARD This is OPB…

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Multnomah County sheriff agrees to jail people under Portland camping policy, for now 4:08

12m ago4:08

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In a reversal, Multnomah County Sheriff Nicole Morrisey O’Donnell has agreed to start booking people into jail who have been charged with violating Portland's anti-camping policy.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Boots, Tents, Sleeping Bags, and More: How to Choose and Use Outdoor Gear 48:21

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A fair amount of gear is involved in making a camping or backpacking trip a success, and choosing that gear can be a little intimidating as there are lots of options, and it's expensive to boot. Here to offer some tips on selecting gear and getting the most out of it is Craig Caudill, an avid outdoorsman, the director and lead instructor of the Nat…

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988: How to Elevate Your Status and Command Respect at Work with Alison Fragale 44:32

6d ago44:32

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Alison Fragale reveals the keys to improving others’ perceptions of you. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The critical missing piece for your advancement 2) Why your response to “How are you?” matters more than you think 3) The quickest way to get others to promote you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep988 for clickable versions of the links below. — AB…

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Columbia River Swimmer 5:59

3m ago5:59

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Oregon swimmer braves a 5-mile swim across the Columbia River — and her own traumaBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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395. Beyond the Carton: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Milk and Mylk, with Matthew Evans 56:29

44m ago56:29

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This week we talk MILK with @fat_pig_farm Matthew Evans - the dairy kind, the plant kind and the many aspects to consider when considering either. Do you consume dairy products? Do you have issues with lactose, casein or both? Do you think plant milks are nutritious and planet-friendly? Do you think plant milk has a lighter footprint? Do you think …

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This Portland therapist shares tips on how to meet your match...and keep them 5:09

12m ago5:09

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As a relationship therapist, social media influencer and author Guenther helps his clients in Portland and his audience of millions of subscribers on TikTok navigate the joys and difficulties of relationships. Guenther spoke with OPB Morning Edition host Jess Hazel about his new book “Big Dating Energy” and shared some relationship tips.…

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3 Portland-area pizzerias receive national recognition, leading to big crowds — and high expectations 5:36

27m ago5:36

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When three Portland pizzerias were added to national and international rankings, they had no idea how deeply it would affect their business.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Heat waves are hitting Oregon’s oldest population the hardest 4:40

1h ago4:40

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Oregon’s temperatures are dipping, but last month’s heat wave solidified an unsettling trend: Extreme heat is hitting Oregon’s aging population hard.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Portland pizzerias and the pain of going viral 5:34

6m ago5:34

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Portland pizzerias and the pain of going viralBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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987: How to Ace Your Next Job Interview with Sam Owens 39:34

10d ago39:34

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Sam Owens breaks down his detailed process for confidently nailing job interviews–in 10 hours flat. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The biggest mistake people make in job interviews 2) How to craft your “power” answers for every question 3) The top do’s and don’ts of salary negotiation Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep987 for clickable versions of the…

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The Habits of Highly Effective Risk-Takers 43:24

6d ago43:24

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You may know Nate Silver as an election forecaster. But he’s a poker player as well. And his experiences operating in a world of competition and risk led him to explore what his fellow gamblers, as well as hedge fund managers, venture capitalists, and many other kinds of maverick types do differently than other people. Amongst the findings Nate sha…

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Federal officials reject MDMA-assisted therapy for post traumatic stress disorder 5:14

8m ago5:14

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We speak with Taylor West of the group Healing Advocacy Fund, an organization that advocates for psychedelic-assisted therapy in Oregon and Colorado.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Practicing Spiritual Disciplines as an Act of Resistance 58:26

1d ago58:26

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To train the body, strengthening its muscles, increasing its cardiovascular health, and improving its agility, you need to do exercises like stretching, running, and lifting weights. To train the soul, expanding its capacity, you likewise need to perform exercises, in this case, what are called "spiritual disciplines" — practices like fasting, sile…

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986: The New Rules for Achieving in the Modern World with Asheesh Advani 35:30

13d ago35:30

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Asheesh Advani discusses why the old rules of leadership no longer apply—and what to do differently today. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why our idea of achievement needs a rework 2) Why to befriend both older and younger people 3) An under-utilized tactic for dramatically accelerating your career learning Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep986 for cl…

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394. Medicine - Where it needs to be to be better, and how YOU have the ultimate power over your health, Dr Olivia Lesslar 1:26:52

12d ago1:26:52

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Are you frustrated with the medical system when it comes to chronic illness? Perhaps frustrated with the obvious hold industry has over public service institutions? What if you had the power to cultivate a level of safety for your system that helped you feel more well and resilient in today’s world and less reliant on the system in the first place?…

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Eastern Oregon wildfires 4:31

3d ago4:31

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Wildfires have dramatically altered the Eastern Oregon Landscape this summerBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Jade Night Market 10th anniversary 0:59

3d ago0:59

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The Jade International Night Market in Southeast Portland is marking its tenth yearBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Audio 4:40

3d ago4:40

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Kids are learning STEAM through Mariachi musicBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Curiosity and Tenacity: At Work WIth a Private Investigator 7:56

5d ago7:56

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Private investigator Tea Godfrey says you need curiousity and tenacity to do her job. For the latest installment of At Work With, we follow her around.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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985: Boosting Confidence and Slashing Anxiety through Great Boundaries with Abby Medcalf 41:33

17d ago41:33

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Abby Medcalf discusses how to set firm boundaries and keep negativity from ruining your day. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) What most people get wrong about boundaries 2) How to stop others from hijacking your mood 3) A trick for dealing with people who are nasty to you Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep985 for clickable versions of the links below. —…

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Audio 4:37

8d ago4:37

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Oregon is asking the public to weigh in on a plan to reboot the Climate Protection Program.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Breaking records and overcoming doubt on the Oregon PCT 5:34

5d ago5:34

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Renee Miller hiked 457 miles alone and unsupported to break the women’s record for fastest known time on the Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Restoring Portland Art Museum's Monet 4:59

6d ago4:59

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Restoring Portland Art Museum's MonetBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The Science of Motivating Your Kids (And Any Young Adult) 51:12

8d ago51:12

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If you’re a parent, teacher, coach, or manager who lives, loves, and works with tweens, teens, and 20s-somethings, you know that young people sometimes act in seemingly head-scratching ways, that you don’t always feel like you’re being listened to, and that it can be frustrating to try to guide them in acting towards positive ends. The source of th…

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A redesign of Bend's Greenwood Avenue is proving controversial 4:58

8d ago4:58

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A redesign of Bend's Greenwood Avenue is proving controversialBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Lose Weight and Keep It Off With Flexible Dieting 48:50

8d ago48:50

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When many people try to lose weight, they choose a specific, cookie-cutter diet that claims to be the one true way to shed pounds. My guest says that approach is bound to backfire, and that there's a better way to lose weight and change your body composition. Alan Aragon is a researcher and educator, a pioneer of evidence-based nutrition, and the a…

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984: Building Skills Better in an AI-Driven World with Matt Beane 37:12

20d ago37:12

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Matt Beane reveals how the quest to optimize productivity is harming our learning and growth–and what you can do about it. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The trillion-dollar problem with trying to optimize everything 2) How to modify ChatGPT to help you learn better 3) Three counterintuitive ways to learn better and faster Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.…

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393. The Undeniable benefits of Rite of Passages, with Dr Arne Rubinstein 1:06:56

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What a rite of passage should be: A powerful graduation into a new phase of life - something one grows into and is supported into during the transition. What they often are instead because we lack proper rites of passage? A piss up for your 18th or 21st with gloating about who got the drunkest A sexual encounter you might not feel ready for but ‘al…

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Cow Valley Fire burns over 130,000 acres in Malheur County, much of it rangeland for cattle 4:14

11d ago4:14

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The Oregon Department of Emergency Management says over a million acres have already burned across the state. In Malheur County, the Cow Valley Fire has burned 130-thousand acres much of it rangeland for cattle. We’ll learn more about how this wildfire season is affecting Eastern Oregon ranchers.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Ahead of Washington primaries, candidate keep distance from Democratic leaders 3:53

12d ago3:53

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Candidates seem to agree that the best path to victory in the primaries -- and ultimately November -- is to distance themselves from the Biden administration.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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983: Making the Most of Your Limited Time Before Death with Jodi Wellman 39:05

25d ago39:05

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Jodi Wellman shares how reflecting on our scarce remaining time of life helps us live free from regret. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why you need to befriend the Grim Reaper 2) How to feel “astonishingly alive” 3) How to break out of a rut Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep983 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JODI — Jodi Wellman is…

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