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• Quick Win: A better way to make big decisions (with total confidence)

  The bigger the decision, the harder it feels to make. We overthink, second-guess ourselves, and sometimes freeze entirely. But what if there was a simple framework designed to cut through the noise and help you confidently choose the best path forward? In this Quick Win episode, Jake Knapp—bestselling author and creator of the Design Sprint process—shares his Magic Lenses framework, a structured way to weigh different perspectives without getting stuck in analysis paralysis. Jake and I discuss: Why big decisions often lead to overthinking—and how to break the cycle How the Magic Lenses framework helps you make complex choices in just 48 hours The 4 essential lenses every great decision-maker uses Listen to the full interview with Jake here. Connect with Jake via his website, Instagram, LinkedIn, or preorder his new book Click here. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at [email protected] Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• BEST OF: Atlassian’s Dom Price says ‘difficult conversations’ can be easy if you know how

  BEST OF Do difficult workplace conversations terrify you?Does the idea of having to tell a colleague something they won’t like make you just want to pack up for the day and go home instead? If that’s the case then returning guest Dom Price might have the mindset flip and strategies you need to approach these conversations with enthusiasm instead of trepidation. Dom is the resident Work Futurist at Atlassian one of the largest software businesses in the world and has responsibilities spanning 7 global R&D centres. On top of that he is a celebrated keynote speaker and a former Director of Deliotte. I wanted to talk to Dom about having difficult conversations in the workplace and was honestly surprised by some of the insights he shared. In this episode Dom shares: Two things you might be doing that are actually making conversations more difficult. Tricks you can use to make difficult conversations easier. The unique way he prepares for tough conversations that you can do as well. How to approach a conversation with someone when you don’t feel safe. Key Quotes: “You don’t course correct well by accident, you course correct on purpose.” “We’ve spent so long talking about psychological safety that we’ve not realised it’s a set of actions, it’s not a set of words.” “Preparation is good. Over preparation isn’t good.” Connect Dom via X, Linkedin, or on his website. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at [email protected] Credits:Host: Amantha ImberSound Engineer: Martin ImberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Quick Win: How Sarah Grynberg turned her negative thoughts into positive ones

  When you’re stuck in a negative mindset, people love to say, ‘Just think positive!’ But what does that actually mean? And what are some actual, constructive ways that we can turn our negative thoughts into positive ones? Sarah Grynberg is the host of the chart-topping podcast A Life of Greatness and one of the most requested podcast interviewers for international guests, as well as a mindset coach and author of the newly released book, Living a Life of Greatness. She made some big mindset changes and has been reaping the rewards ever since. Sarah shares: Why you need to become consciously aware if you want to change your negative mindset How you can start to identify negative thoughts in order to prevent them A simple strategy for changing your thought patterns from negative to positive Listen to the full interview with here. Connect with Sarah on Instagram or her website. For more from Sarah you can hear her even more on her podcast or buy her new book. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at [email protected] Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast ButlerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• BEST OF: Radical Candour’s Kim Scott shares the secret techniques top leaders use to give and receive feedback

  BEST OF Warning: This episode contains radical ideas that may change the way you lead forever! In this episode of How I Work, leadership guru and author of global bestseller Radical Candour Kim Scott shares her unconventional approach to leadership and feedback. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of radical candour, the framework that’s transformed the way leaders communicate with their teams. Kim dives deep into her personal journey, revealing the hard-learned lessons and “a-ha!” moments that led her to develop this game-changing approach. In this episode, you’ll discover: The truth about why most managers fail to give effective feedback The power of caring personally and challenging directly in leadership How to avoid the pitfalls of ruinous empathy and obnoxious aggression Practical strategies for soliciting criticism and handling feedback like a pro The secret to mastering the art of praise and criticism Techniques for creating a culture of open communication and respectful debate Surprising ways radical candour can boost team productivity and foster growth Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a first-time manager, this episode is packed with actionable insights and game-changing ideas that will help you take your leadership skills to the next level. Tune in now and discover how embracing radical candour can revolutionise the way you lead and work. 🎧Grab your copy of Kim’s new book Radical Respect. Follow Kim on Linkedin. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at [email protected] Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: Martin Imber See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Quick Win: What you need to know to manage burnout

  In the fast paced, work focused world we live in, is hitting burnout now just inevitable for all of us? Last year I suffered from intense burnout and hit an all-time work low. One close friend who helped me through this period was Sabina Read, a psychologist, regular contributor on 3AW and resident psychologist at Seek. It was on one of our regular catch-up walks that I confessed my experience of burnout to Sabina, and it was her advice and understanding that helped me work through it. Sabina and I share: A mindset approach that could help you recover from burn out What you can do to prepare yourself so you can get through burnout easily Whether or not it is possible to avoid burnout Listen to the full interview with here. Connect with Sabina via her website, Instagram, or check out her podcast Human Cogs. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at [email protected] Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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