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The Art Of Meaningful Work

132 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

The Art Of Meaningful Work is a bi-weekly podcast for Impact-Driven Entrepreneurs, Founders, Investors, and CEOs.

We explore the unique challenges innovative leaders face, how to deal with setbacks, how to build resilient teams and attract top talent, how to manage your mindset, as well as how to rest and recover. 



To connect or learn more about our executive coaching work, visit:

Website: https://ernestbarbaric.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernestbarbaric/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebarbaric/

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69. Quitting Google To Fight Climate Change With Eugene Kirpichov, Founder of Work On Climate

August 12, 2022 19:21 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Eugene Kirpichov is the founder and CEO of Work On Climate - action oriented community for people serious about climate work. The organization attracts over 10,000 active users, from software engineers and data scientists to founders and investors. You can learn more about the organization here: https://workonclimate.org/   Eugene quit his job at Google as a Machine Learning Software Engineer in order to fully dedicate his time to this organization. His aim is to make climate work mainst...

68. How I Became A Climate Tech Investor With Active Impact Founder Mike Winterfield

June 12, 2022 19:01 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Mike Winterfield is the founder and managing partner of Active Impact Investments - a venture capital investment firm focused on early-stage climate tech startups. You can find them here: https://www.activeimpactinvestments.com/   In this episode, you will learn:   The 5 criteria Mike and his team at Impact investments use to select who they are going to invest in. Mike’s journey from a recruiter to sales executive to a founder of a venture capital fund. How to use business and sp...

68. Using Business To Solve Climate Change With Active Impact Founder Mike Winterfield

June 12, 2022 19:01 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

Mike Winterfield is the founder and managing partner of Active Impact Investments - a venture capital investment firm focused on early-stage climate tech startups. You can find them here: https://www.activeimpactinvestments.com/   In this episode, you will learn:   The 5 criteria Mike and his team at Impact investments use to select who they are going to invest in. Mike’s journey from a recruiter to sales executive to a founder of a venture capital fund. How to use business and sp...

67. How To Make Better Decisions Using Scientific Thinking With Kelly Peters

May 16, 2022 03:04 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

Kelly Peters is the founding/former CEO of BEworks  - a behavioural economics think tank she co-founded with Dan Ariely. You can find her at: https://www.kellypeters.com/ If you ever wondered how to use objective, scientific thinking to make better decisions, you'll love this conversation.   In this episode, you will learn: How to make better decisions with scientific thinking. How to rethink failure. How to predict the future and deal with uncertainty. How to create an inno...

66. Building a $100 Million Impact Venture Fund with Gillian Muessig

April 06, 2022 02:13 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Some know her as SEO mom, others as a venture capital leader, executive advisor, CEO coach, board member - or a force of nature. Gillian Muessig is all of those things and more. She is now building a $100 Million venture fund to invest in gender-diversified founder teams, and start a revolution in venture capital. In this episode, you will learn: While age is a factor, it doesn't stop innovative and driven leaders from making an impact. Obstacles women have to overcome as founders...

65. Inside The Mindset Of An Innovative Leader With Steve Whittington

March 05, 2022 17:49 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB

Long-time executive leader, community leader, and entrepreneur - as well as bouncer, initial attack firefigther and someone who climbed Mt. Everest... Steve Whittington is a force of change.   In this episode, you will learn: What is the mindset of an innovative leader. How to enrol employees, boards, and stakeholders in your vision. How to handle setbacks and overcome hesitation. Doing business the third way - thinking about business beyond profits. As always, there is much ...

64. Masterclass on Leading Organizational Change with Dr. Kara Mitchelmore

February 25, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Dr. Kara Mitchelmore is called in when big changes have to happen and have to happen quickly. She is a three-time CEO with an extraordinary track record and holds a doctorate in change management. You will learn: How to successfully lead change initiatives. How to enrol your board. How to communicate clearly and authentically. How to create a culture that embraces experimentation and celebrates "failure". As always, there is much more to explore in the show. I hope you enjoy i...

63. How To Embrace Uncertainty and Reframe Risk As An Innovative Leader

February 04, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

The world is in a constant state of change and uncertainty. How you choose to look at that reality makes all the difference in your leadership. Jacob Malthouse is a VP of Commercialization at Foresight (Cleantech accelerator in Canada), and the founder of the .eco domain.  In this show, we discuss: How to accept and embrace chaos and uncertainty. How to achieve a 100% success rate by reframing risk and failure. How to win against much larger and better-funded competitors. As alway...

62. How To Lead And Thrive In An Era Of Constant Disruption With Jim Hemerling

October 14, 2021 19:26 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Jim Hemerling is a managing director at Boston Consulting Group and recently published Beyond Great: Nine Strategies for Thriving in an Era of Social Tension, Economic Nationalism, and Technological Revolution. In this show, we discuss: How to adapt to an environment of constant change and disruption. How to lead in ambiguity, tension, and paradox. What kind of qualities are top performers looking for in their leaders. As always, there is much more to explore in the show. I hope you ...

61. How To Build a Culture Of Innovation And Reinvent a City With Dr Terry Rock

August 19, 2021 20:53 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB

In this Innovative Leaders conversation with Terry Rock - the CEO of Platform Calgary - you will learn: How to create guiding principles for your organization. How to enrol people in change How to create a culture of ownership and agency How to stay grounded as an innovative leader I loved this conversation and took away a few pages of notes. I think you'll really enjoy it as well.  — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. Th...

60. How To Build Innovative High-Performing Teams With Lindsey Fair

July 24, 2021 02:18 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

In this Innovative Leaders conversation with Lindsey Fair - the AVP of SAIT - you will learn: How to approach change leadership How to build trust with a new team How and why to create positive stress in your team How to build a manifesto for your organization The downside of innovative leadership It’s one of my favourite interviews so far, and I hope you’ll find it valuable as well. — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. ...

How To Build Innovative High-Performing Teams With Lindsey Fair

July 24, 2021 02:18 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

In this Innovative Leaders conversation with Lindsey Fair - the AVP of SAIT - you will learn: How to approach change leadership How to build trust with a new team How and why to create positive stress in your team How to build a manifesto for your organization The downside of innovative leadership It’s one of my favourite interviews so far, and I hope you’ll find it valuable as well. — Hello, I’m Ernest. My mission is to help innovative leaders accelerate positive change.  ...

How To Lead At The Intersection Of Innovation, Technology, And Employee Experience With Steven Fitzgerald

July 10, 2021 04:41 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

In this Innovative Leader conversation with Steven Fitzgerald - the founder and president of Habanero Group - you will learn: How to build a strengths-based organizational culture Innovative approach to work/life balance How to attract top talent, and eliminate hiring bias Creating cultural artifacts How a serious accident helped Steven mature as a leader   -- You can find Habanero at: https://www.habaneroconsulting.com/ You can connect with me on LinkedIn, and head over to t...

59. How To Lead At The Intersection Of Innovation, Technology, And Employee Experience With Steven Fitzgerald

July 10, 2021 04:41 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

In this Innovative Leader conversation with Steven Fitzgerald - the founder and president of Habanero Group - you will learn: How to build a strengths-based organizational culture Innovative approach to work/life balance How to attract top talent, and eliminate hiring bias Creating cultural artifacts How a serious accident helped Steven mature as a leader   -- You can find Habanero at: https://www.habaneroconsulting.com/ — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and ...

From Meaningful Work to Leading Change

July 07, 2021 05:35 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MB

How I found my meaningful work, and why this show is evolving from Art Of Meaningful Work to Leaders Of Change. As the show has evolved over the years, with a new name I invite you to join us at the intersection of innovation, technology and leadership - with the purpose of building toward a more sustainable, equitable, and inspiring future.

58. From Meaningful Work to Leading Change

July 07, 2021 05:35 - 10 minutes - 7.38 MB

How I found my meaningful work, and why this show is evolving from Art Of Meaningful Work to Leaders Of Change. As the show has evolved over the years, with a new name I invite you to join us at the intersection of innovation, technology and leadership - with the purpose of building toward a more sustainable, equitable, and inspiring future.   — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. The work we do helps leaders confidently naviga...

5 Pillars of Reinvention - How to Create Change in Work, Life, and Career

December 29, 2020 21:46 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

[Part 5 of 5] In this episode, you’ll hear about the 5 pillars of personal and professional reinvention - what it means, what it costs, and what it takes to create a massive work, life, and career change. The topics we cover include: Reinvention is not an elegant process Reinvention has a price Wherever you go, there you are Commitment to change is a daily practice You are not going to live forever  The gift of reinvention is possibility --   Connect with me:   Website:...

57. 5 Pillars of Reinvention - How to Create Change in Work, Life, and Career

December 29, 2020 21:46 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

[Part 5 of 5] In this episode, you’ll hear about the 5 pillars of personal and professional reinvention - what it means, what it costs, and what it takes to create a massive work, life, and career change. The topics we cover include: Reinvention is not an elegant process Reinvention has a price Wherever you go, there you are Commitment to change is a daily practice You are not going to live forever  The gift of reinvention is possibility — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executi...

How To Overcome Uncertainty Once And For All

August 17, 2020 05:09 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

[Part 4 of 5] How we deal with uncertainty defines the kind of impact we'll have throughout our life. Reframing uncertainty from something that induces anxiety and fear, into something that's exciting and easy will allow you to handle anything that comes your way - in your personal life, in your professional life, as a leader, or as a team. Some quick highlights from this episode: * How planning, strategy, and analysis don't "solve" uncertainty. * How to shift your mindset from chasing...

56. How To Overcome Uncertainty Once And For All

August 17, 2020 05:09 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

[Part 4 of 5] How we deal with uncertainty defines the kind of impact we'll have throughout our life. Reframing uncertainty from something that induces anxiety and fear, into something that's exciting and easy will allow you to handle anything that comes your way - in your personal life, in your professional life, as a leader, or as a team. Some quick highlights from this episode: * How planning, strategy, and analysis don't "solve" uncertainty. * How to shift your mindset from chasing a...

Reinventing Yourself - Strange World Of Intuition, Psychics And Psychedelics.

July 26, 2020 19:55 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

[Part 3 of 5] The journey of reinvention is not an elegant one. In this episode, you'll hear about some strange experiments with psychics and psychedelics I've done in the last 3 years. Some quick highlights from this episode: * How I learned to trust my gut from a psychic. * How an ayahuasca ceremony informed my executive coaching work. * How to lead with logic AND intuition. --   Connect with me:   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernestbarbaric/ Twitter: https://t...

55. Reinventing Yourself - Strange World Of Intuition, Psychics And Psychedelics.

July 26, 2020 19:55 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

[Part 3 of 5] The journey of reinvention is not an elegant one. In this episode, you'll hear about some strange experiments with psychics and psychedelics I've done in the last 3 years. Some quick highlights from this episode: * How I learned to trust my gut from a psychic. * How an ayahuasca ceremony informed my executive coaching work. * How to lead with logic AND intuition. — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. The work ...

How To Create Future Business & Career Pivots

April 08, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MB

[Part 2 of 5] What can you do now to plant the seeds for future opportunities and career pivots. In this episode, we touch on a talk by Steve Jobs and how "making dots" intentionally is the best way to create the scaffolding for your future career and business possibilities.   Some quick highlights from this episode:   * What can you do now to set yourself up for a future career pivot. * How LSD, yoga teachers, and calligraphy influenced Apple. * How to use your interests and pas...

54. How To Create Future Business & Career Pivots

April 08, 2019 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MB

[Part 2 of 5] What can you do now to plant the seeds for future opportunities and career pivots. In this episode, we touch on a talk by Steve Jobs and how "making dots" intentionally is the best way to create the scaffolding for your future career and business possibilities.   Some quick highlights from this episode:   * What can you do now to set yourself up for a future career pivot. * How LSD, yoga teachers, and calligraphy influenced Apple. * How to use your interests and pas...

Trigger For Meaningful And Sustainable Change In Life and Work

March 18, 2019 21:20 - 17 minutes - 12.6 MB

[Part 1 of 5] What triggers someone to start making meaningful and sustainable change in their life and work? In this episode, we'll explore stories from leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives who arrived at a point where everything changed, and then made a work, life, and career pivot.   Some quick highlights from this episode:   * Most of the success stories we hear glance over the hard parts. * There are more leaders going through a pivot than you think. * What does it take to...

53. Trigger For Meaningful And Sustainable Change In Life and Work

March 18, 2019 21:20 - 17 minutes - 12.6 MB

[Part 1 of 5] What triggers someone to start making meaningful and sustainable change in their life and work? In this episode, we'll explore stories from leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives who arrived at a point where everything changed, and then made a work, life, and career pivot.   Some quick highlights from this episode:   * Most of the success stories we hear glance over the hard parts. * There are more leaders going through a pivot than you think. * What does it take to...

52. Business, Balance, and Mindfulness With Paul Jarvis

December 01, 2018 03:27 - 56 minutes - 39.3 MB

From finding your "rat people" to navigating change in your life and career - this interview with entrepreneur and writer Paul Jarvis is one of my highlights for this year. Paul has launched numerous projects including ChimpEssentials (a training program for MailChimp), CreativeClass (a business academy for freelancers), and Fathom (a free alternative to Google Analytics). His work has been featured in Fast Company, Wired, Forbes, Vice and many many more publications. He is one of my fav...

Business, Balance, and Mindfulness With Paul Jarvis

December 01, 2018 03:27 - 56 minutes - 39.3 MB

From finding your "rat people" to navigating change in your life and career - this interview with entrepreneur and writer Paul Jarvis is one of my highlights for this year. Paul has launched numerous projects including ChimpEssentials (a training program for MailChimp), CreativeClass (a business academy for freelancers), and Fathom (a free alternative to Google Analytics). His work has been featured in Fast Company, Wired, Forbes, Vice and many many more publications. He is one of my fav...

51. To Hell And Back - Losing Everything And Finding Meaning With Tony McGrath

October 06, 2018 02:17 - 1 hour - 52 MB

In this episode, you'll hear from one of the most interesting people I ever met, Tony McGrath (CEO of Theatre Junction Grand in Calgary). This man has been to hell and back - he's built businesses, lived what everyone would identify as an extremely successful life, drove the nice cars, had the nice houses, traveled the world, and then came to a crossroads where everything came crashing down.   Today, he is healthy, happy, and doing work that matters.   You'll hear us talk about: ...

To Hell And Back - Losing Everything And Finding Meaning With Tony McGrath

October 06, 2018 02:17 - 1 hour - 52 MB

In this episode, you'll hear from one of the most interesting people I ever met, Tony McGrath (CEO of Theatre Junction Grand in Calgary). This man has been to hell and back - he's built businesses, lived what everyone would identify as an extremely successful life, drove the nice cars, had the nice houses, traveled the world, and then came to a crossroads where everything came crashing down.   Today, he is healthy, happy, and doing work that matters.   You'll hear us talk about: ...

50. How To Build An Internal Locus of Control

September 24, 2018 00:16 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MB

Having an internal locus of control can change the trajectory of your day, your career, and your life to a significant degree. From reactive and uncertain to in-control and confident.   Your locus of control is somewhere on the spectrum between external (things happen to me) and internal (I make things happen).   Internal locus of control is realizing that you have choice, and then exercising the power to choose in any given moment.    Cultivating an internal locus of control is ...

How To Build An Internal Locus of Control

September 24, 2018 00:16 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MB

Having an internal locus of control can change the trajectory of your day, your career, and your life to a significant degree. From reactive and uncertain to in-control and confident.   Your locus of control is somewhere on the spectrum between external (things happen to me) and internal (I make things happen).   Internal locus of control is realizing that you have choice, and then exercising the power to choose in any given moment.    Cultivating an internal locus of control is ...

49. 90 Days - An Exercise in Radical Prioritization ​

August 12, 2018 03:07 - 9 minutes - 9.69 MB

Sometimes we forget what’s really important and our priorities get out of sync. The way we spend our time doesn’t align with our values or the impact we hope to make. This exercise will help you create clarity and offer some new insights into decisions you may not have considered.   — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. The work we do helps leaders confidently navigate uncertainty, clearly communicate their vision, lead with auth...

90 Days - An Exercise in Radical Prioritization ​

August 12, 2018 03:07 - 9 minutes - 9.69 MB

Sometimes we forget what’s really important and our priorities get out of sync. The way we spend our time doesn’t align with our values or the impact we hope to make. This exercise will help you create clarity and offer some new insights into decisions you may not have considered.   To leave a message for the podcast (your insights from this exercise, or a question you may have), please go to http://artofmeaningfulwork.com  

48. Season 2 Update & Preview

July 26, 2018 04:36 - 14 minutes - 14.2 MB

In this season we'll talk about how to design your personal operating system, how to make smarter and better decisions, what happens after you reach all your goals, what does it mean to be authentic, how to prioritize things, and how to find our way to meaningful work. Let's catch up with some updates and a preview for the new season of Art Of Meaningful Work.   — Hello, I’m Ernest. I'm an executive coach, and I focus on supporting innovative leaders. The work we do helps leader...

Season 2 Update & Preview

July 26, 2018 04:36 - 14 minutes - 14.2 MB

In this season we'll talk about how to design your personal operating system, how to make smarter and better decisions, what happens after you reach all your goals, what does it mean to be authentic, how to prioritize things, and how to find our way to meaningful work. Let's catch up with some updates and a preview for the new season of Art Of Meaningful Work.    

How To Get Unstuck & Find Your Calling With Shawn Askinosie - Criminal Lawyer Turned Chocolatier.

April 07, 2018 04:42 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

What’s next? It’s a question that many of us are asking. Trying to figure out the next career move, the next stage of your life. And we don’t want to make a move in the wrong direction. So, sometimes we get stuck, and other times it’s much more than that. For this show, I connected with Shawn Askinosie - the founder of Askinosie Chocolate, and author of "Meaningful Work". In this conversation you are going to learn: How to deal with uncertainty How to discover your calling or vocation ...

47. How To Get Unstuck & Find Your Calling With Shawn Askinosie - Criminal Lawyer Turned Chocolatier.

April 07, 2018 04:42 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

What’s next? It’s a question that many of us are asking. Trying to figure out the next career move, the next stage of your life. And we don’t want to make a move in the wrong direction. So, sometimes we get stuck, and other times it’s much more than that. For this show, I connected with Shawn Askinosie - the founder of Askinosie Chocolate, and author of "Meaningful Work". In this conversation you are going to learn: How to deal with uncertainty How to discover your calling or vocation ...

How To Get Unstuck & Find Your Calling With Shawn Askinosie - Criminal Lawyer Turned Chocolatier.

April 07, 2018 04:42 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

What’s next? It’s a question that many of us are asking. Trying to figure out the next career move, the next stage of your life. And we don’t want to make a move in the wrong direction. So, sometimes we get stuck, and other times it’s much more than that. For this show, I connected with Shawn Askinosie - the founder of Askinosie Chocolate, and author of "Meaningful Work". In this conversation you are going to learn: How to deal with uncertainty How to discover your calling or vocation ...

46. ​ Make Your Next Move. 3 Ideas To Design Your Next Year.

January 06, 2018 04:14 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

In this episode you’ll learn three simple insights that will help you take control of your time, get more out of your waking hours, and do more meaningful work - in this year.   1) Learn to embrace your imperfections - they are what sets you apart from everyone else.   2) Prototype your way forward - rather than setting big goals for yourself and your business, and arrive dissapointed... make small tests and prototype instead. You'll enjoy the journey and arrive at a better destinati...

​ Make Your Next Move. 3 Ideas To Design Your Next Year.

January 06, 2018 04:14 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

In this episode you’ll learn three simple insights that will help you take control of your time, get more out of your waking hours, and do more meaningful work - in this year.   1) Learn to embrace your imperfections - they are what sets you apart from everyone else.   2) Prototype your way forward - rather than setting big goals for yourself and your business, and arrive dissapointed... make small tests and prototype instead. You'll enjoy the journey and arrive at a better destinati...

45. Inspired to Unplug - Listener Experiences with Digital Detox.

August 12, 2017 04:17 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MB

How disconnecting from social media, TV, news, and digital devices can help you become more productive, creative, and happy. You'll hear from four professionals and entrepreneurs about their experience with digital detox, and how the impact it had on their habits and behaviors.   -- Links: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/digital-detox-creative-productive-happy/ My TEDx talk on phone addiction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDEuUR3eV6Y Leave a review: http://ernestbarba...

Inspired to Unplug - Listener Experiences with Digital Detox.

August 12, 2017 04:17 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MB

How disconnecting from social media, TV, news, and digital devices can help you become more productive, creative, and happy. You'll hear from four professionals and entrepreneurs about their experience with digital detox, and how the impact it had on their habits and behaviors.   -- Links: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/digital-detox-creative-productive-happy/ My TEDx talk on phone addiction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDEuUR3eV6Y Leave a review: http://ernestbarba...

How a Digital Detox Made Me More Creative, Productive and Happy.

July 18, 2017 05:08 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

What would it be like to go for a week without watching any TV, taking in any news, and being completely off social media? A month ago, I gave myself that challenge. It made me a happier, more productive, more creative, and more energetic version of myself. Here is what I learned.   -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/week-without-digital/ My TEDx talk on phone addiction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDEuUR3eV6Y Negativity bias in news: http://bigthink.com/in...

44. How a Digital Detox Made Me More Creative, Productive and Happy.

July 18, 2017 05:08 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

What would it be like to go for a week without watching any TV, taking in any news, and being completely off social media? A month ago, I gave myself that challenge. It made me a happier, more productive, more creative, and more energetic version of myself. Here is what I learned.   -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/week-without-digital/ My TEDx talk on phone addiction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDEuUR3eV6Y Negativity bias in news: http://bigthink.com/in...

43. Becoming Futureproof. 5 Vital Traits of Adaptable Professionals.

June 26, 2017 19:10 - 14 minutes - 11.1 MB

Industries will fold. Businesses will get more lean and agile. Economies will have to bend to the forces of innovation and necessity. You and I will have to make a decision. Try to prevent change, or embrace it and thrive. This show dissects the 5 vital traits of adaptable professionals with long, productive and meaningful careers. -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/futureproof/ MindTools Values Exercise: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTED_85.htm Why You Shoul...

Becoming Futureproof. 5 Vital Traits of Adaptable Professionals.

June 26, 2017 19:10 - 14 minutes - 11.1 MB

Industries will fold. Businesses will get more lean and agile. Economies will have to bend to the forces of innovation and necessity. You and I will have to make a decision. Try to prevent change, or embrace it and thrive. This show dissects the 5 vital traits of adaptable professionals with long, productive and meaningful careers. -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/futureproof/ MindTools Values Exercise: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTED_85.htm Why You Shoul...

Guide To Finding Meaningful Work (Original Research & Findings)

June 10, 2017 15:00 - 19 minutes - 14.5 MB

  Since 2012, I have been researching meaningful work. This investigation led me to interview over a hundred entrepreneurs, professionals, authors, and regular folks like you and me — about legacy, life, joy, and fulfilling work. This is the first set of findings from that original research. Meaningful work exists at the intersection of Values, Talent, and Service. -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/meaningful-work/ MindTools Values Exercise: https://www.mindtools.com...

42. Guide To Finding Meaningful Work (Original Research & Findings)

June 10, 2017 15:00 - 19 minutes - 14.5 MB

  Since 2012, I have been researching meaningful work. This investigation led me to interview over a hundred entrepreneurs, professionals, authors, and regular folks like you and me — about legacy, life, joy, and fulfilling work. This is the first set of findings from that original research. Meaningful work exists at the intersection of Values, Talent, and Service. -- Notes: Article: http://ernestbarbaric.com/meaningful-work/ MindTools Values Exercise: https://www.mindtools.com...

How To Beat Phone Addiction With These 3 Simple Practices

May 14, 2017 19:26 - 12 minutes - 9.68 MB

On average, we check our phones every 5 minutes. It’s become a compulsive behaviour for many smartphone owners, and I believe it’s affecting the quality of our work. In some cases, this behaviour may even cause anxiety or depression. In this episode, we look at WHY we get addicted to our phones, and HOW to break that addiction, so we can do more work that matters.   This episode is based on my TEDx talk on digital addiction.   Show Notes:   My TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/w...

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Justin Jackson
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Mike Vardy
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Paul Jarvis
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