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84. How to Fail Smarter: The Secret Skill of Bouncing Back
Failing isn’t the problem. The problem is when we don’t do something with the lesson that came from failing. Learn how to bounce back from failure like a pro.
83. Anxiety’s Hidden Cost in School and Work (And What to Do About It) - with Dr. Jackie Parke
Anxiety hijacks our ability to learn, work, and function. Learn how to cope with anxiety in school and work with psychologist Dr. Jackie Parke.
82. Post-Grad Gap Years + Should You Check Email in the Morning? (Q&A)
Does a post-grad gap year impact your hire-ability? And does checking your email first thing in the morning ruin your productivity?
81. Is Grad School Worth It? How to Decide If It’s Right for You
Learn how to use the WNC Framework to decide whether or not graduate school is a smart move, for you.
74. Should You Change Jobs or Change Companies? And Protecting Your Time at Work (Q&A)
I answer two listener questions: One about changing jobs, and the other about saying no to work projects.
71. Task Management Gaps and Grad School Overload (Q&A)
I answer two listener questions. One from a professional who’s forgetting things, and one from a grad student who’s falling behind her readings.
70. Managing People and Projects: Real-World Leadership Lessons from Richard Regitano
Whether you're a seasoned professional or a student thinking about leadership down the road, this episode offers clear, practical takeaways.
69. Top 10 Executive Function Skills You Need in the Real World (And How to Build Them If You Don't Have Them)
These are the 10 executive functions that can make or break your academic or professional career.
67. Why Critical Thinking Matters for School & Work – with Professor Mark Massaro
Professor Mark Massaro and I explore what critical thinking really is, how students can develop it through reading and writing, and why it’s one of the most transferable skills for school and work.
61. How to Prepare for Meetings (So You Look Good to Your Boss)
Being unprepared is unprofessional. Learn 7 ways to prepare for meetings so you look good to your boss and do your job better.
60. How to Handle Workplace Conflict: Tips from an HR Expert - with Jessica Alvarez
Workplace conflict is just … part of the job. The strategy is to know how to handle these challenges when they arise. An international HR expert explains.
58. In-Person vs. Online Classes, and Jobs vs. Internships (Q&A)
I answer two questions submitted by listeners. A professional asks about choosing graduate programs, and a college student wonders if it’s time to get an internship.