How I Work
Amantha Imber
You know those annoyingly successful people who seem to have it all figured out? Time to steal their playbook. Organisational psychologist Dr Amantha Imber gets world‑class achievers to spill their secrets - the daily strategies behind their success through to life hacks and productivity hacks they’d rather keep to themselves. We’re talking practical tips for boosting your output (including clever AI tools and shortcuts that’ll make you look like a genius), managing overwhelm without losing your mind, and optimising both work and wellbeing. No motivational fluff. Just battle‑tested tactics from people who’ve cracked the code.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 32min
24 Things for 2024: Kemi Nekvapil's approach to crafting a purposeful year
Kemi Nekvapil, trained by Brene Brown, shares her 24 things for 2024 and the power of reflection. She emphasizes setting boundaries and prioritizing well-being. Kemi discusses authentic connections, efficient coaching methods, and managing commitments with intention.
Mar 20, 2024 • 5min
Quick Win: Crafting Your Power Phrase with Libby Trickett
Olympian Libby Trickett shares how a power phrase propelled her to victory in competitions and continues to guide her in life beyond sports. Harnessing the power of a positive mantra, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset for success.
Mar 13, 2024 • 32min
From Crisis to Clarity: How Kristina Karlsson bounced back from the collapse of kikki.K
Discover Kristina Karlsson's inspiring journey from the rise and fall of kikki.K to her empowering comeback. Learn about her journaling and daily rituals, unique yearly planning, and habit experiments. Explore the transformative power of reading and personal growth in navigating challenges and fostering resilience.
Mar 6, 2024 • 7min
Quick Win: Harnessing the Power of Thinking Days with Google boss Mel Silva
Learn from Google boss Mel Silva about the power of Thinking Days to boost productivity and deep work. Dive into the challenges of adapting culture to changing work environments and the importance of intentional questioning for strategic outcomes.
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Feb 28, 2024 • 27min
Broadway star Andy Karl on how to exude star quality even when you lack the confidence
Broadway star Andy Karl shares his vocal and physical warm-up routines for peak performance in musical theater. He opens up about his journey, from dream roles to overcoming injury, showcasing dedication and resilience. Learn Andy's strategies for maintaining peak performance and profound advice for starring roles on Broadway.
Feb 21, 2024 • 7min
Quick Win: The secret to making everything take less time with behaviour change guru Professor Katy Milkman
Learn how Professor Katy Milkman maximizes efficiency through templates, saving time on tasks like emails and goal-setting. Discover the power of recognizing patterns to create templates for improved outcomes and streamlined workflows.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 30min
The Art and Science of the One-on-One with Professor Steven Rogelberg
Professor Steven Rogelberg, a renowned organisational psychologist, shares insights on effective one-on-one meetings and the power of asking the right questions. He also discusses adapting strategies for remote work and the impact of AI tools on meetings. Check out his book Glad We Met for more.
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Feb 7, 2024 • 36min
This CEO became fitter than ever with 5-minute workouts - here’s how
Ulrich Dempfle shares his journey of creating an AI-powered exercise bike for REHIT workouts. He explains what REHIT is and its effectiveness. Ulrich also discusses biohacking and tools for managing health. The podcast explores the benefits of the Carol Bike and the importance of cardiovascular fitness. They highlight the role of Vio2Max in increasing lifespan and the value of tracking fitness score.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 39min
What comedian and podcast host Ryan Shelton learned after ditching his smartphone
Comedian and podcast host Ryan Shelton shares his experience of ditching his smartphone and using a flip phone. He discusses the benefits of disconnecting from screens and social media, as well as the tools he uses to capture and organize his thoughts. He also reflects on overcoming envy and finding true happiness.
Jan 24, 2024 • 38min
Why Atlassian’s Dom Price is pursuing health for his whole family
Dom Price, an energetic and passionate individual who experienced a health journey after being diagnosed with bowel cancer, shares his shift to prioritizing the health of his whole family. He discusses finding purposeful trade-offs as a new father, maintaining open communication and understanding in a relationship, staying healthy while traveling, prioritizing self-care, and planting seeds for long-term impact.
