Best Helgesen Podcasts (2024)

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Sally Helgesen: How Inclusion and Visionary Leadership Fuel Innovation at Work | E283 59:59

18d ago59:59

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In the ‘80s, Sally Helgesen worked in corporate communications, writing speeches for leaders at reputable companies. Although she thought these companies were wonderful, she felt frustrated that they didn't understand what women could offer as leaders. The big ideas she heard other women discuss at work led her to believe it was time to let go of o…

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Lisa Bilyeu: Attract Meaningful Relationships and Achieve Your Dreams with Radical Confidence | E286 1:04:39

10h ago1:04:39

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Lisa Bilyeu became toxic as a defense mechanism against her abusive ex. However, she was able to break free and rebuild her confidence. Armed with new boundaries, she entered a supportive relationship with her husband, enabling her to show up for herself with radical confidence, even through her transformation from housewife to co-founder of a bill…

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177. Kim Scott - Radical Respect 48:39

3d ago48:39

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“Disrupting bias is really important because bias is a pattern and if we don't publicly correct it, then we reinforce it. We make it more likely that it's going to happen again.” Kim Scott is the author of “Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better” and “Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity” and co-founder of the compa…

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Fei-Fei Li: The “Godmother of AI”, Keeping Humanity at the Heart of the AI Revolution | E285 55:28

4d ago55:28

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At 15, Fei-Fei Li transitioned from a middle-class life in China to poverty in America. Despite the pressures of her family’s financial situation and her mother’s ailing health, her knack for physics never wavered. She went from learning English as a second language to attending and working at prestigious institutions like Princeton and Stanford. T…

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YAPClassic: Ex-Google Officer Mo Gawdat Warns About the Dangers of AI, Urges All to Prepare Now! 1:12:09

7d ago1:12:09

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So what do you need to know to prepare for the next 5, 10, or 25 years of a world increasingly impacted by artificial intelligence? How could AI change your business and your life irreparably? Our guest today, Mo Gawdat, an AI expert and former Chief Business Officer at Google [X], is going to break down what you need to understand about AI and how…

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10 Tips to Level Up Your Leadership with Dr. Michelle K. Johnston 28:05

9d ago28:05

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The final episode of season two of the Seismic Shift podcast provides the top 10 tips, themes and takeaways from the season. The themes include gratitude, allyship, inclusion, servant leadership, creativity, courage, mentoring, becoming coachable, deep listening, and work-life balance. Michelle recaps the guests, who are bestselling authors and glo…

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176. The 5° Principle | Find Your Happiness and Success Formula | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip 7:58

10d ago7:58

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“Perhaps if one really knew when one was happy one would know the things that were necessary for one’s life.” Joanna Field, Author, A Life of One’s Own Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in generous leadership, behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication,…

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Stephen Wolfram: AI, ChatGPT, and the Computational Nature of Reality | E284 1:08:26

11d ago1:08:26

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Wide-eyed with wonder about space exploration, Stephen Wolfram's interest in science began in his childhood. Although he had difficulties learning arithmetic as a child, he became a young prodigy, publishing papers on theoretical physics at age 15. Today, he is a prominent figure in computational science and its impact on different domains, includi…

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YAPClassic: Brian Scudamore, Turning Trash Into a $600M Empire 45:54

15d ago45:54

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Although he didn’t finish high school, Brian Scudamore talked his way into getting a place in college. However, his father refused to pay his fees, given his history. Determined to go anyway, Brian started a junk removal business with $700 from his savings. Thus began his journey of building thriving brands and exceptional corporate culture with pa…

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Fake It 'Til You Make It?: How Action Can Trigger Transformation: Matt Nagler on PYP 582 1:15:07

16d ago1:15:07

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Behavioral economist Matt Nagler returns to the podcast to discuss the urgent question of whether acting "as if" can lead to genuine transformation. Standard economic theory holds that we have innate preferences, and that life is more or less about going around getting those preferences met. People who like chocolate go to work and make money so th…

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175. Liz Christo - A-Game: Uniting Authenticity, Accountability, Autonomy, and Alignment 32:45

18d ago32:45

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“You have to give without the expectation of return…you can be pointing your time in the right direction, but it is not a give and take. So much of what is asked of you, or where you choose to give, should be done without any expectations.” Liz Christo is a Partner at Stage 2 Capital where she partners with Dan Heck to back early stage entrepreneur…

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Joel Larsgaard & Matt Altmix: Our Top Personal Finance Hacks for Millennials | E282 1:20:10

21d ago1:20:10

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While Joel Larsgaard had to watch his parents declare bankruptcy, Matt Altmix grew up in a financially healthy family where money was discussed. They met as adults and became best friends, bonding over real estate investing, personal finance, and craft beer. When they saw a need for a casual personal finance show, they launched How to Money, a podc…

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The Case for Female Leadership: Why We Need to Attract, Retain, and Advance More Women in the Workplace With Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst 35:47

23d ago35:47

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Michelle talks with Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst and the author of the best-selling book, In Her Own Voice, about her journey to becoming a C-suite executive. They discuss the challenges faced by women and the importance of creating work environments where women can thrive. Jennifer shares her personal story and the seismic shifts she experie…

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An Autobiography of Trauma and Healing: Peter Levine, PhD, on PYP 581 1:09:06

23d ago1:09:06

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“Trauma is perhaps the most avoided, ignored, belittled, denied, misunderstood, and untreated cause of human suffering.” - Peter A. Levine Drawing upon healing traditions that go back thousands of years, Peter Levine, PhD has created a method of healing trauma that has the power to revolutionize the mental health field. His modality, Somatic Experi…

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174. The 5° Principle | Keep Promises | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip 5:34

25d ago5:34

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"Action expresses priorities." - Mahatma Gandhi Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, empowering leadership, and conflict resolution. She provides Executive Coaching, Facilitation (team …

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Ryan Serhant: The 3-Step Strategy System You Need to Build Your Brand From Scratch | E281 57:43

25d ago57:43

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With big dreams of Hollywood stardom, Ryan Serhant moved to New York City to work as an actor. But when he became one of the many unemployed actors struggling to make rent, he decided to get into real estate. Having closed more than $8 billion in sales and starred in multiple reality shows, he has built an impressive personal brand as one of the mo…

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YAPClassic: David Allen on Mastering the Art of Stress-Free Productivity 42:34

29d ago42:34

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David Allen has been described as a productivity expert who specializes in curing the psychic pain caused by the pressure of time. He introduced the world to his timeless Getting Things Done methodology in 2001 when he published a book of the same name. Thanks to his ground-breaking work, millions have discovered tools to accomplish more with less …

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173. Patricia Makatsaria - Kindness Habit 31:23

1M ago31:23

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“That's the special thing about kindness. It is so many different things. It can be generosity. It can be forgiveness. It can be trust. Compassion. It's all these things.” Patricia Makatsaria is a Civic Volunteer and Philanthropist who has dedicated herself to her community, promoting kindness and inclusion and striving to empower young leaders. Af…

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Dr. Will Cole: Optimize Your Gut Health for Peak Performance | E280 1:10:24

1M ago1:10:24

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Always the health nerd, Dr. Will Cole was the weird kid who packed peppers, bananas, and whole grains for lunch. Passionate about optimizing health with nature’s gifts, he decided to pursue formal training. He is now one of the top 50 functional medicine practitioners in the nation, helping people around the world restore their minds and bodies usi…

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Sean Cannell: Start a Profitable YouTube Channel in 2024 | Part 2 | E279 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

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A true YouTube pioneer, Sean Cannell joined the platform only two years after its launch. Having built a YouTube empire worth $10 million, he helps entrepreneurs grow their influence and pursue their passion full-time through the power of online video. In today’s episode, Sean offers invaluable insights on YouTube monetization and leveraging the pl…

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Balancing your Creativity, Presence, and Energy with Michael Gelb 32:33

1M ago32:33

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The conversation between Michelle and Michael covers his journey exploring his diverse experiences, from studying spiritual traditions to becoming an expert in the Alexander Technique. Emphasizing the need for a culture of connection in the workplace, Gelb discusses strategies, including leaders embodying genuine presence and balancing chronologica…

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How to Prepare for a Journey of Transformation: Jacquelyn Lane and Scott Osman on PYP 580 52:18

1M ago52:18

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Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane have written a very valuable book: Becoming Coachable. It's a blueprint not just for individual, not just organizational, but sustainable planetary success and well being. And if you're thinking of raising your game by enlisting the help of an executive or life coach, it will save you lots of time and frustration. In …

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172. The 5° Principle | Look for Blind Spots | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip 6:08

1M ago6:08

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"We don’t see things as they are; we see them as we are." - Anaïs Nin Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, empowering leadership, and conflict resolution. She provides Executive Coachin…

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Sean Cannell: Start a Profitable YouTube Channel in 2024 | Part 1 | E278 52:49

1M ago52:49

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Sean Cannell was the textbook troubled teenager, indulging in wild parties and substance abuse. But after getting expelled from high school, he decided to turn his life around. He immersed himself in volunteer work at a small church where he discovered video production and marketing. He has now built a seven-figure media empire, with 17 years of Yo…

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YAPClassic: Vernā Myers on Overcoming Bias and Promoting Equity 59:58

1M ago59:58

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When Vernā Myers started her law degree at Harvard Law School, there were more people of color than she had ever gone to school with. So, it was disheartening when she became the first and only Black person at the corporate law firm that hired her. Dissatisfied with the status quo, she joined forces with others who wanted to increase representation…

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171. Kia Afcari - Goodness Helps You Win 30:56

2M ago30:56

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“I call it strategic appreciation because you don't do it strategically, but you do it because you care about the person, and it ends up benefiting you as well. It's an immediate return on your generosity…I've just noticed time and time again in my career, when I give - I get.” Future World of Work Summit: March 28, 2024, San Francisco, CA - Discou…

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Kelly Roach: Designing a Balanced Life for Family-Focused Entrepreneurs | E277 57:44

2M ago57:44

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Kelly Roach grew up close to the poverty line, so she had to rely on free lunch from the cafeteria. One day, when a new volunteer unwittingly ripped open her empty envelope in front of everyone in the line, she was mortified. Determined to rewrite her story, she worked multiple jobs in college before thriving in a corporate career and later in entr…

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Amy Morin: Build Mental Strength to Overcome Any Obstacle | E276 1:07:17

2M ago1:07:17

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Losing her mother and husband fueled Amy Morin’s quest for understanding mental strength. On one of her darkest days, she published an article titled "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do." Read by 50 million people, the piece catapulted her into ‘self-help guru’ status. Now, she trains people to build their mental strength. In today’s episode…

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The Path to Courageous Conversations with Scott Jeffrey Miller 38:42

2M ago38:42

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Michelle is joined by Scott Miller who currently serves as FranklinCovey’s Senior Advisor on thought leadership. Together, they emphasize the importance of connection and power skills. Scott highlights the need for leaders to develop relationships and embrace imperfection. They also explore the role of mentorship in creating a culture of connection…

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170. The 5° Principle | Say No to Say Yes to the Right Things | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip 5:31

2M ago5:31

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“Each of us, every waking hour, is called upon to say no, whether to friends or family members, to our bosses, employees, or co-workers, or to ourselves. Whether and how we say no determines the very quality of our lives. It is perhaps the most important word to learn to say gracefully and effectively.” - William Ury, Mediator, Writer and Negotiati…

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James Altucher: Debunking the 10,000-Hour Myth, How to Master Any Skill | E275 1:16:07

2M ago1:16:07

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After selling his first company for a staggering $15 million, James Altucher lost everything within two years. But instead of letting that setback define him, he forged his own unconventional path to success, embracing failure and constant experimentation. Not only has he built a career as a successful serial entrepreneur and thought leader, but he…

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Crush Your Sales Goals in 2024, Presented by Pipedrive 58:27

2M ago58:27

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In a hyper-competitive, saturated digital market, it can be hard to reach your target audience and stand out against your competitors. But with a dynamic sales strategy and a comprehensive CRM platform, your business is destined to scale. In this episode, Hala will walk you through how to build an unbeatable sales strategy, from picking the right a…

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169. Sally Helgesen - Rising Together 43:44

2M ago43:44

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“The best assessment tool is to listen to your people. They talk about “we” when they're talking about the organization - you're on pretty good track to have an inclusive culture. If they talk about “they” you don't have it. Save your money. Don't do an assessment and just listen to how people talk.” Sally Helgesen, cited in Forbes as the world’s p…

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