SkillDing -Learn by Doing
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago -Hosted by Kevin Redmond (linkedin.com/KevinRedmondTraining) founder of SkillDing.com - a digital platform providing you with a suite of tools to measure and track when, where and how you are improving your soft skills. In each episode we have a guest on to discuss a non fiction book that has impacted their life. Every episode includes these tools to enable you remember the most actionable content from the episode and to allow you to find opportunities to deliberately practice and reflect on your efforts.
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The Captain Class by Sam Walker
March 27, 2020 09:31 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBThere is a wealth of information on what leadership looks like. But I really believe this book hits upon an aspect of leadership that you might not have considered. Author Sam Walker devised stringent criteria for choosing 16 top performing sports teams and asked himself a very definite question - 'What, if anything, do these teams have in common?'. His discoveries are insightful because they are unexpected but when you hear what he figured out about what real leaders are you cannot help but...
24. Mash up: Sense Making -Vs.- A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics
March 10, 2020 21:57 - 23 minutes - 32 MBIn 'Sensemaking' author Christian Madsbjerg suggests that big data was supposed to have all the answers...but then it didn't. And in 'A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics' author Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist addresses the question...Are you constantly bombarded with data, facts and statistics?Daniel Levitin shows us how to interpret statistics to enable you to make quicker, more laser focused, better-informed decisions to ultimately simplify your life. And in Sensemaking Christian Madsbjer...
Mash up: Sense Making -Vs.- A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics
March 10, 2020 21:57 - 23 minutes - 32 MBIn 'Sensemaking' author Christian Madsbjerg suggests that big data was supposed to have all the answers...but then it didn't. And in 'A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics' author Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist addresses the question...Are you constantly bombarded with data, facts and statistics?Daniel Levitin shows us how to interpret statistics to enable you to make quicker, more laser focused, better-informed decisions to ultimately simplify your life. And in Sensemaking Christian Madsbjer...
23. A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics by Daniel Levitin
March 08, 2020 21:56 - 36 minutes - 50 MBAre you constantly bombarded with data, facts and statistics? In this episode we discuss 'A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics' by Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist, shows us how to interpret statistics to enable you to make quicker, more laser focused, better-informed decisions to ultimately simplify your life.
A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics by Daniel Levitin
March 08, 2020 21:56 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBAre you constantly bombarded with data, facts and statistics? In this episode we discuss 'A Field Guide to Lies and Statistics' by Daniel Levitin, neuroscientist, shows us how to interpret statistics to enable you to make quicker, more laser focused, better-informed decisions to ultimately simplify your life.
Mash up: Negotiation. Never Split the Difference vs. Getting to Yes.
March 03, 2020 08:05 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBMash-up episode where we compare two books on the same topic. First up we look at two approaches to Negotiation ... One author studied the elements of a successful negotiation extensively in a lab and the other put his life on the line by learning how to do it the hard way. Who is right
22. Mash up: Negotiation. Never Split the Difference vs. Getting to Yes.
March 03, 2020 08:05 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBMash-up episode where we compare two books on the same topic. First up we look at two approaches to Negotiation ... One author studied the elements of a successful negotiation extensively in a lab and the other put his life on the line by learning how to do it the hard way. Who is right
21. Putting Stories to Work by Shawn Callahan
February 23, 2020 11:30 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBMaster business storytelling. What do The Lion King, The Goonies and Star Wars have in common? In this podcast we discover the answer and delve into the structure of stories and how to make any story into a business story. We can use stories to persuade, counter lies and mistruths, inspire action, engage people, influence decisions and share lessons. In short, stories when told right are one of the most powerful tools you can possess. Get our courses HERE Get on our newsletter HE...
Putting Stories to Work by Shawn Callahan
February 23, 2020 11:30 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBMaster business storytelling. What do The Lion King, The Goonies and Star Wars have in common? In this podcast we discover the answer and delve into the structure of stories and how to make any story into a business story. We can use stories to persuade, counter lies and mistruths, inspire action, engage people, influence decisions and share lessons. In short, stories when told right are one of the most powerful tools you can possess. Get our courses HERE Get on our newsletter HE...
20. Sensemaking by Christian Madsbjerg
February 16, 2020 22:28 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBBig data was supposed to have all the answers...but then it didn't. In this episode we discuss the role the humanities have in the age of the algorithm. We look at the 5 principles for understanding the data we receive and the 4 ways to structure your knowledge. Also, we talk about fencing(!?!)....en garde!
Sensemaking by Christian Madsbjerg
February 16, 2020 22:28 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBBig data was supposed to have all the answers...but then it didn't. In this episode we discuss the role the humanities have in the age of the algorithm. We look at the 5 principles for understanding the data we receive and the 4 ways to structure your knowledge. Also, we talk about fencing(!?!)....en garde!
Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss
February 06, 2020 22:56 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBHands-on advice about how to negotiate your way to success from an FBI hostage negotiator. Learn the principles for all negotiation whether it’s in the office, the home....or a hostage stand-off!
19. Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss
February 06, 2020 22:56 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBHands-on advice about how to negotiate your way to success from an FBI hostage negotiator. Learn the principles for all negotiation whether it’s in the office, the home....or a hostage stand-off!
Black Box Thinking by Matthew Syed
February 03, 2020 09:15 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode we explore the ways in which failure, despite all the shame and pain associated with it, is actually one of our greatest assets. Get on our mailing list hear about new podcast episodes, courses and blog posts: http://bit.ly/2Yed8p7
18. Black Box Thinking by Matthew Syed
February 03, 2020 09:15 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this episode we explore the ways in which failure, despite all the shame and pain associated with it, is actually one of our greatest assets. Get on our mailing list hear about new podcast episodes, courses and blog posts: http://bit.ly/2Yed8p7
17. Reasons You Might Feel Bad, part 1
January 19, 2020 20:55 - 6 minutes - 9.23 MBIn this new series of minicasts we look at why you might feel stuck in your life, the reasons for it and how to overcome it. We begin with a dive into a part of the mind that develops around the age of 5 years old called the Critical Faculty. Read accompanying blog post HERE ( http://bit.ly/3asiaUn)
Getting to Yes; Negotiating an agreement without giving in
January 15, 2020 09:05 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBGetting to Yes; Negotiating an Agreement Without Giving In is considered the reference for successful negotiations. It presents proven tools and techniques that can help you to resolve any conflict and find win-win solutions. Sign up to our mailing list here
16. Getting to Yes; Negotiating an agreement without giving in
January 15, 2020 09:05 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBGetting to Yes; Negotiating an Agreement Without Giving In is considered the reference for successful negotiations. It presents proven tools and techniques that can help you to resolve any conflict and find win-win solutions. Sign up to our mailing list here
1st course is here!
January 08, 2020 22:22 - 7 minutes - 9.69 MBDeeper learning happens when you understand, can remember and then deliberately practice newly acquired knowledge. Anything less than this is a component of learning, a segment. This short episode introduces our first course based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. If you truly want to begin taking control of your life and career and are not sure where to begin. It is this book, this course, these 7 habits and their surrounding ideas. Go here and get it.
15. 1st course is here!
January 08, 2020 22:22 - 7 minutes - 9.69 MBDeeper learning happens when you understand, can remember and then deliberately practice newly acquired knowledge. Anything less than this is a component of learning, a segment. This short episode introduces our first course based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. If you truly want to begin taking control of your life and career and are not sure where to begin. It is this book, this course, these 7 habits and their surrounding ideas. Go here and get it.
14. Legacy by James Kerr
December 20, 2019 15:43 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBLearn to lead like an All Black. 15 key components from the inner workings of the greatest team in Rugby. In this episode we dive into how the All Blacks cultivated an atmosphere of humility and self-discipline both on and off the pitch and used it as a strength to conquer their sport.
Legacy by James Kerr
December 20, 2019 15:43 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBLearn to lead like an All Black. 15 key components from the inner workings of the greatest team in Rugby. In this episode we dive into how the All Blacks cultivated an atmosphere of humility and self-discipline both on and off the pitch and used it as a strength to conquer their sport.
How To Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie
December 13, 2019 21:51 - 20 minutes - 28 MBThis episode of the podcast discusses a consistent bestseller, a book that has been in print for 83 years! There are over 30 key takeaways covering how to get on with people and to make your mark personally and professionally. Everything from using a persons name to have to avoid and argument. Vital listening for anyone who wants to learn to be more persuasive.
13. How To Win Friends and Influence People By Dale Carnegie
December 13, 2019 21:51 - 20 minutes - 28 MBThis episode of the podcast discusses a consistent bestseller, a book that has been in print for 83 years! There are over 30 key takeaways covering how to get on with people and to make your mark personally and professionally. Everything from using a persons name to have to avoid and argument. Vital listening for anyone who wants to learn to be more persuasive.
The Wisdom of Psychopaths + The Good Psychopaths guide to Success
December 06, 2019 18:20 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MBA psychopath is not necessarily a serial killer, your friendly neighbourhood neurosurgeon could possibly be a psychopath and believe it or not that is probably the best person for the job. There is so much to be learned from the characteristics of a psychopath that we can apply to our own lives and careers. In this podcast we delve into what those characteristics are and how to apply them. This episode covers two books that are essentially two sides of the same coin.
12. The Wisdom of Psychopaths + The Good Psychopaths guide to Success
December 06, 2019 18:20 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBA psychopath is not necessarily a serial killer, your friendly neighbourhood neurosurgeon could possibly be a psychopath and believe it or not that is probably the best person for the job. There is so much to be learned from the characteristics of a psychopath that we can apply to our own lives and careers. In this podcast we delve into what those characteristics are and how to apply them. This episode covers two books that are essentially two sides of the same coin.
11. Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion By Robert Cialdini, Ph.D.
November 28, 2019 22:36 - 48 minutes - 65.8 MBWhat makes someone say yes to another person? What are the weapons of influence? According to Cialdini there are 6 core principles of persuasion. When deployed correctly it is possible to be that person that people want to say yes to. In this episode we go deep into the 6 principles and how to use them in both your personal and professional life. Follow us on twitter (@usebecause) for more excellent book recommendations. Oh and this episode also covers why we are called 'UseBecause'.
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion By Robert Cialdini, Ph.D.
November 28, 2019 22:36 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBWhat makes someone say yes to another person? What are the weapons of influence? According to Cialdini there are 6 core principles of persuasion. When deployed correctly it is possible to be that person that people want to say yes to. In this episode we go deep into the 6 principles and how to use them in both your personal and professional life.
10. Oh The Places You'll Go by Dr. Seuss
November 25, 2019 17:37 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBWhat is the meaning of life? Who knows but Dr. Seuss has hit on something in this book. Although aimed at young children, look past the colourful pictures and crazy rhyming and see the real message about how your life might go, where the ups and downs might be and what to do when you inevitably stumble. Take 10 min and 6 secs to do a quick audit on your life via a Dr. Seuss book. You'll be glad.
9. To Sell is Human by Dan Pink, part 3
November 22, 2019 10:01 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this final part of this mini series we discover how Pixar can help you persuade someone, how improv class can help your sales technique and the true meaning behind sales. Get the book here: (https://amzn.to/2rbgEE9 )
8. To Sell is Human By Dan Pink, Part 2.
November 15, 2019 10:24 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBThe Glengarry Glen Ross approach of ABC... Always-Be-Closing is gone because we have information parity. Dan Pink puts forward a new ABC... Attunement, Buoyancy, Clarity. Also, shout out to my 3 yr old in the background of this episode pleading her case for not going to bed. Get the book here
7. To Sell is Human, Part 1.
November 08, 2019 11:25 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBWe have to sell our bosses on giving us more money and more time off. To do that we have to understand that sales is probably not what most of us think it is. In his bestseller To Sell is Human, Dan Pink gives us an insight into how sales has changed, he provides a set of tools to succeed in this new era of sales and reveals tips and exercises to navigate this landscape.
7. To Sell is Human By Dan Pink, Part 1.
November 08, 2019 11:25 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBWe have to sell our bosses on giving us more money and more time off. To do that we have to understand that sales is probably not what most of us think it is. In his bestseller To Sell is Human, Dan Pink gives us an insight into how sales has changed, he provides a set of tools to succeed in this new era of sales and reveals tips and exercises to navigate this landscape. Get the book here.
Episode 7 - Mastery by Robert Greene
November 01, 2019 10:02 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBDo you know what the purpose of your life is? Do you know what your 'Life's Task' is? Why is Leonardo Da Vinci still talked about and his work still poured over 500 years after he walked the earth? Why was Albert Einstein celebrated? In his book Mastery Robert Greene talks about these well known names and more. He goes deep on how some people become masters of their chosen field and he breaks down the common process that can be extracted from watching their rise. In this episode we discuss t...
6. Mastery by Robert Greene
November 01, 2019 10:02 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBDo you know what the purpose of your life is? Do you know what your 'Life's Task' is? Why is Leonardo Da Vinci still talked about and his work still poured over 500 years after he walked the earth? Why was Albert Einstein celebrated? In his book Mastery Robert Greene talks about these well known names and more. He goes deep on how some people become masters of their chosen field and he breaks down the common process that can be extracted from watching their rise. In this episode we discuss t...
5. Explode your memory in 20 minutes
October 10, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MBPart of our learning solution is to include memory techniques so that you have the information you need in your mind hen you need it, not scribbled in a notebook in a drawer or in an app. Think of it like this....you need to have a difficult conversation with a colleague. You read a book that talks about clear communication. How much of that book are you going to be able to recall in real time during the conversation? You need it in your memory. In order to get it into your memory, you need ...
Explode your memory in 20 minutes
October 10, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MBPart of our learning solution is to include memory techniques so that you have the information you need in your mind hen you need it, not scribbled in a notebook in a drawer or in an app. Think of it like this....you need to have a difficult conversation with a colleague. You read a book that talks about clear communication. How much of that book are you going to be able to recall in real time during the conversation? You need it in your memory. In order to get it into your memory, you need ...
4. The 7 Habit of Highly Effective People - Sharpen the Saw
September 30, 2019 13:16 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the 4 dimensions of looking after yourself. 1. Physical 2. Spiritual 3. Mental 4. Social/emotional Get the book here.
Sharpen the Saw
September 30, 2019 13:16 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the 4 dimensions of looking after yourself. 1. Physical 2. Spiritual 3. Mental 4. Social/emotional
3. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win
September 20, 2019 06:55 - 5 minutes - 8.17 MBIn 1997 a 19 year old decided to approach Wal-Mart to sell her pumpkins and watermelons. This is the story of how she build a successful partnership with on of Stephen Coveys 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win. Follow us on Instagram for excellent book recommendations Get the book here.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win
September 20, 2019 06:55 - 5 minutes - 8.17 MBIn 1997 a 19 year old decided to approach Wal-Mart to sell her pumpkins and watermelons. This is the story of how she build a successful partnership with on of Stephen Coveys 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win. Follow us on Instagram for excellent book recommendations https://www.instagram.com/usebecause/?hl=en
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win
September 20, 2019 06:55 - 5 minutes - 8.17 MBIn 1997 a 19 year old decided to approach Wal-Mart to sell her pumpkins and watermelons. This is the story of how she build a successful partnership with on of Stephen Coveys 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Think Win/Win. Follow us on Instagram for excellent book recommendations Get the book here.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Begin with the end in mind
September 12, 2019 19:47 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBOur founder, Kevin tells a story about the worst (or best, depending on your outlook) Christmas present his wife ever got him and how he used the 2nd habit to get through it.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Begin with the end in mind
September 12, 2019 19:47 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBOur founder, Kevin tells a story about the worst (or best, depending on your outlook) Christmas present his wife ever got him and how he used the 2nd habit to get through it. Get the book here.
2. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Begin with the end in mind
September 12, 2019 19:47 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MBOur founder, Kevin tells a story about the worst (or best, depending on your outlook) Christmas present his wife ever got him and how he used the 2nd habit to get through it. Get the book here.
1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Be Proactive
September 06, 2019 09:36 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBKicking off our 7 Habits of Highly Effective People series, our founder Kevin gives a sneak insight to the first lesson, 'Be Proactive'. Have a listen and lets us know what you think. Get the book here.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Be Proactive
September 06, 2019 09:36 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBKicking off our 7 Habits of Highly Effective People series, our founder Kevin gives a sneak insight to the first lesson, 'Be Proactive'. Have a listen and lets us know what you think. Get the book here.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Be Proactive
September 06, 2019 09:36 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBKicking off our 7 Habits of Highly Effective People series, our founder Kevin gives a sneak insight to the first lesson, 'Be Proactive'. Have a listen and lets us know what you think. Get early access to the course by signing up here: http://eepurl.com/gCai2T
Introduction to UseBecause.com
August 31, 2019 12:50 - 4 minutes - 2.07 MBIn this episode our founder explains why we exist and the concept behind what we do.