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554: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short Term World with Dorie Clark (an Encore Presentation of Episode 389)

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My guest today is making her third appearance on the podcast. That’s, in part, because I think she’s one of the best writers around. As I say in today’s episode: when I first hear she’s got something new coming out, I always look forward to it (and I’ve never been disappointed).

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I’m talking, of course, about Dorie Clark. She’s a consultant and keynote speaker who teaches executive education at Duke’s Fuqua School of Business and Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business.

In her new book titled The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short Term World, Dorie says much of the pressure in our culture pushes us toward doing what is easy, what’s guaranteed, or what looks glamorous in the moment.

Dorie argues for doing small things over time to achieve our goals – and being willing to keep at them, even when they seem pointless, boring, or hard.

I’ve loved every one of her books, including this one, and I think you will too.

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553: The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper with Roland Allen

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I’ve been waiting for over a year to bring you today’s conversation and episode. That’s right. It was in the fall of last year that I got word on X about a new book coming out, all about the history of The Notebook.

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It indeed came out last fall…but only in the UK. It wasn’t slated to come out in the US until today, November 12th.

Turns out, it actually ended up releasing in the US a couple of months ago, an update that I missed. But no matter. I’m still “on schedule” as far as I’m concerned. 😉

And I’m thrilled and geeking out about an historical look at the journey the notebook has taken these last 800 years.

The author of The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper, Roland Allen, reveals the notebook’s surprising and profound influence. Our powerful connection with our notebooks matters, he says. In an age of AI and digital overload, the simple act of moving a pen across a blank pae can boost our creativity and mood—and continues to transform our ideas.

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551: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life with Nir Eyal (an Encore Presentation of Episode 284)

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Every so often, someone reaches out to me and says, “You’ve gotta talk to so-and-so.”

Sometimes I’m skeptical, but when it’s a good friend that is doing the talking, my ears perk up. That was the case when it was suggested I chat with today’s guest.

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His name is Nir Eyal and he did not disappoint.

His new book is called Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life.

In it, he lays bare the secret of finally doing what you say you will do with a four-step, research-backed model.

Indistractable reveals the key to getting the best out of technology, without letting it get the best of us.

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549: Unlocking Creativity: The Science of Brainstorming and Generating New Ideas

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In this episode of Read to Lead, I dive deep into the fascinating world of creativity and innovation.

Challenging common myths about creativity being an innate gift reserved for a select few, this episode empowers listeners with scientific insights and practical strategies to unlock their creative potential.

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548: Standing Out in the Age of AI with Pascal Bornet

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I find that I’m reading more and more books on the topic of AI these days.

Why? Well, if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that if you don’t want to be left behind, you need embrace the world of AI and embrace it ASAP.

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Today, my guest’s book is designed to help you do exactly that. His name is Pascal Bornet, and his book is called IRREPLACEABLE: How to Stand Out in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.

With over 20 years of pioneering research at the human-AI intersection, Pascal reveals the secrets to living in harmony with AI while cultivating uniquely human qualities. He introduces the Three Competencies of the Future that we need to develop urgently to thrive in our new world.

Whether you’re an individual looking to future-proof your career, a parent aiming to raise future-proof children, or a business leader eager to steer your organization through technological disruption, IRREPLACEABLE offers a universal and comprehensive framework.

AI is not the destination; it’s the vehicle that takes us to a more human future, and this book is your GPS.

Stand out. Become IRREPLACEABLE.

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