Ep. 24 - Ego in the workplace can be a blessing and a curse. It can drive you to new heights, but when left unchecked it can also cap your professional growth in a big way. Sam and Derek explore ego, sharing stories on how it has impacted their professional and personal lives, and how they've tried to build awareness and overcome ego's negative downside. --------------------------------------------------------------(01:11 - 02:42) Ego's dual nature and personal impacts.(02:43 - 04:27) Inflated ego during high-profile project anecdote.(04:28 - 06:16) Exploring shadow self and hidden ego impacts.(06:17 - 07:57) "Ego is the Enemy" book's influence.(07:58 - 09:14) Managing ego to avoid workplace problems.(09:15 - 11:21) Ego's influence on high-stakes performance.(11:22 - 14:48) Struggles with self-expression and conformity.(14:49 - 18:09) Trap of seeking approval's fleeting satisfaction.(18:10 - 20:30) Praise's temporary nature and ego impact.(20:31 - 23:17) Focus on work, not outcomes' reception.(23:18 - 25:12) Social media validation's effect on ego.(25:13 - 26:32) Self-reflection essential to manage, learn from ego.(26:33 - 28:13) Overcoming and rectifying ego-driven actions.(30:00 - 31:00) Recognizing ego's effect on interactions.(31:01 - 32:00) Self-awareness from reviewing recordings.(32:01 - 33:00) Ego's impact on professional perception.(33:01 - 34:00) Balancing ego and humility in self-promotion.(34:01 - 35:00) Distinguishing self-promotion from egotistical behavior.(35:01 - 36:00) Confidence affects career, shyness disadvantages.(36:01 - 37:00) Personal stories, strategies for ego management.(37:01 - 38:00) Individual responsibility for self-improvement journey.--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 23 - Sam and Derek talk about making better decisions at work and in life, where most people go wrong when making decisions, and share some successes and failures in decision making in their own careers. --------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 22 - Alex Kremer, Founder and CEO of Alluviance, shares his experience of going to 100+ work and meditation retreats, mastering the inner game, being the best version of yourself in and out of a work setting, and so much more. https://www.linkedin.com/company/alluviancehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kremeralex/--------------------------------------------------------------(0:00 - 0:55) Craft, aliveness, meaning, community drive professional growth.(0:56 - 3:10) Tech sales, leadership, personal development retreat background.(3:11 - 4:00) Combining sales and inner growth through retreats.(4:01 - 5:00) Merging skills and inner work for fulfillment.(5:01 - 7:19) Retreats aided Alex's depression recovery journey.(7:20 - 10:00) Team transformation through inner work practices.(10:01 - 12:08) Gaining clarity, overcoming barriers through retreat experiences.(12:09 - 14:30) Transforming emotions and thoughts through visualization practice.(14:31 - 17:00) Embodying a path for personal and professional growth.(17:01 - 20:00) Accountability and standards for personal development.(20:01 - 22:03) Maintaining practices, feeling emotions fully in tough times.(22:04 - 25:09) Enrolling in reasons behind goals drives execution.(25:10 - 29:59) Selling yourself on personal goals, fluid identity.(30:00 - 32:00) Balancing vision and presence in self-discovery.(32:01 - 34:14) Connecting work to mission and values for purpose.(34:15 - 36:00) Retreats impact family, career, and fulfillment.(36:01 - 37:50) Aliveness, meaning, craft, and community define purpose.(37:51 - 39:00) Skill, holistic support, powerful cultures drive progress.(39:01 - 41:00) Authentic connections require more than virtual environments.(41:01 - 43:00) Meaning and community valued, influencing leadership needs.(43:01 - 45:00) Skill, holistic investment, trust and certainty are key.(45:01 - 47:00) Community, craft, inner work define success today.(47:01 - 49:00) Focus on community, craft, inner work for fulfillment.--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 21 - After an incredible 13 year stint at UKG, Derek is deciding to move on. We walk through the reasons for his decision, and his strategies and learnings in navigating a tricky 2024 job market.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Episode 20 | Sam and Derek discuss four strategies for making career changes that can help you fulfill your purpose in work and in life. --------------------------------------------------------------(00:00-01:01) - Introduction to Purpose-Driven Career Choices(01:38-03:26) - Four Career Change Strategies Unveiled(05:33-06:53) - No Place Like Home Strategy(08:06-10:45) - Land and Expand Strategy(14:43-16:54) - Implementing the Magic Loop(19:27-20:49) - Building Relationships and YOLO Strategy(21:31-23:01) - YOLO Strategy in Action(23:45-25:43) - Autonomy in Career Reconstruction(25:45-27:32) - Side Hustle Strategy(28:03-29:57) - Reflections and Personal Insights on Career Strategies--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 19 - Sam & Derek talk about finding your purpose, how your "why" can translate into easier career decisions, and how to find purpose for yourself. We have a new website! Check out theworkflowpodcast.com where you can also stream episodes, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow along! --------------------------------------------------------------(00:00) Introduction to importance of finding purpose.(01:43) Transparency and redoing podcast episodes.(02:30) Changing definition of purpose with age.(05:04) Shift from financial to family motivations.(08:46) Discovering passion in work experiences.(10:14) Enjoying the process more than results.(13:15) Parallels between career and health goals.(17:10) Using 'Five Whys' technique for self-reflection.(19:37) Importance of questioning desires and decisions.(23:02) Introducing Ikigai framework for finding purpose.--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 18 - Sam and Derek hear from a listener who is struggling with their new manager, who has come in authoritative, lacking trust, and difficult to communicate with. The guys offer their suggestions on how to feel out the new manager's style, get the relationship on track, and rally the team through a tough transition. We have a new website! Check out theworkflowpodcast.com where you can also stream episodes, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow along! --------------------------------------------------------------Intro and dealing with authority (0:00 - 0:32)Mission to explore career growth (0:35 - 1:14)Impact of management changes (1:15 - 2:07)Adapting to new managers (2:08 - 3:32)Differentiating management and leadership (5:18 - 5:32)Ego suspension in adapting (6:30 - 7:16)Building rapport with managers (7:17 - 8:54)Patience during management transitions (8:54 - 9:46)Adapting communication styles (12:32 - 13:55)Trust-building and performance consistency (26:22 - 29:59)Importance of self-awareness and adaptability (30:00 - 30:35)Productive one-on-one meetings (30:36 - 31:45)Respectfully pushing back against initiatives (33:56 - 34:30)Supporting team morale (35:41 - 36:15)--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep. 17 - Sam and Derek take inspiration from the book Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Greg McKeown and Liz Wiseman and deep dive on ways good intentioned leaders can actually diminish creativity and productivity in their team.--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep.16 - On our first guest spotlight we bring on one of our listeners, Mike Santorsola, Account Executive @ Gearset to discuss "burnout". We deep dive on Mike's experience with burnout in hopes to uncover it's root cause, and brainstorm ways to address it proactively. Big thanks to Mike for being our first guest in this new format! --------------------------------------------------------------(START - 0:57) Introduction to new series format and burnout topic.(0:57 - 1:08) Hosts introduce themselves and mission.(1:08 - 1:24) Discussion on hosts' chemistry enhancing podcast dynamic.(1:25 - 2:59) Mike and Derek's professional connection and burnout discussion.(2:59 - 4:54) Exploration of personal impact of burnout.(4:55 - 6:46) Mike's experience with burnout.(6:46 - 7:50) Distinguishing tiredness from burnout.(7:51 - 8:25) Identifying burnout triggers and symptoms.(8:25 - 9:37) Impact of habits and routines on burnout.(9:38 - 10:14) Identifying causes of burnout.(10:15 - 11:37) Factors contributing to burnout.(11:38 - 13:46) Internal vs. external pressures in burnout.(13:47 - 14:56) Mike's approach to managing burnout.(14:57 - 16:28) Emphasis on internal control and personal responsibility.(16:29 - 20:11) Strategies for recognizing and addressing burnout.(20:12 - 21:43) Admitting and seeking help for burnout.(21:44 - 23:54) Impact of seeking help on managing burnout.(23:54 - 24:58) Communication with managers about burnout.(24:59 - 25:23) Seeking support from peers or family.(25:23 - 26:24) Sharing work challenges outside of workplace.(26:25 - 27:05) Presenting solutions when seeking help for burnout.(27:05 - 27:55) Importance of outlet outside work to prevent stress.(27:55 - 28:00) Conclusion with conversation acknowledgment.(28:01 - 28:48) Reflections on personal growth and addressing burnout.(28:48 - 28:51) Wrap-up with Mike.(28:51 - END) Post-interview reflection on burnout misconceptions.--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep.15 - Spread too thin? Endless to do list? Working late hours? You may be feeling the pain of being a "yes man" (or woman). In the latest episode of The Work Flow Podcast, Sam and Derek unpack:why it's good to say "yes" early in your careerthe boundaries where "yes" can be too muchhow to say "no" respectfully and productivelyand so much more!--------------------------------------------------------------(0:00 - 0:47) Introduction to importance of tone and word choice(0:47 - 1:06) Personal updates and Christmas spirit(1:07 - 1:47) Holiday gift-giving strategies and family agreements(1:47 - 2:53) "Yes Man" concept from Jim Carrey's movie(2:54 - 3:39) Pros and cons of being a people pleaser(3:40 - 4:25) Strategies for saying no and setting boundaries(4:26 - 5:47) Anecdotes on saying yes too much in professional settings(5:48 - 7:59) Workplace burnout and overcommitting(8:00 - 9:51) Consequences of saying yes too much(9:52 - 11:46) Advice for setting boundaries in the workplace(11:47 - 13:58) Communicating limitations to colleagues and superiors(13:59 - 17:24) Strategies for managing professional relationships(17:25 - 20:10) Questioning work priorities and pushing back on tasks(20:11 - 23:49) Reflections on handling work requests(23:50 - 26:44) Real-life examples of navigating work requests(26:45 - 29:59) Concluding thoughts on personal growth--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Ep.14 - Lindsey Lerner comes on the Work Flow Podcast to discuss what it means to be Generalist. She covers what it means to have empathy and future focus, how Generalists can leverage their diverse backgrounds to solve problems, how to articulate a broad set of experience to prospective employers and so much more.--------------------------------------------------------------(00:36) Greeting Lindsey Lerner(00:41) Discovery of Generalist World(01:06) Interest in Generalist Theme(01:38) Lindsey's Childhood Ambition in Photography(02:09) Combining Creativity with Intelligence(03:22) Transition from Art to Business School(04:10) Adventures in Chile and Music Management(05:36) Starting Level Exchange Business(06:17) Challenges and Closure of Business(06:48) Self-Advocacy and Family Support(07:45) Transition to Tour Managing and Entrepreneurship(08:34) Blissful Ignorance and Entrepreneurial Beginnings(09:19) Discovery of Entrepreneurship(10:01) Belief in Diversity and Innovation(11:00) Current Involvement with Generalist World(12:14) Definition of a Generalist(13:20) Generalists' Empathy and Future Focus(14:56) The Role of Curiosity in Generalism(16:05) Problem Solving as a Generalist(17:14) Human Nature and Empathy in Generalism(18:02) Challenges of Being a Generalist in Traditional Roles(19:20) Flexibility in Career Paths(20:04) Role at Generalist World and Podcast Launch(21:09) Diversity and Themes in Podcast Season(22:48) The Role of Translator for Generalists(23:10) Navigating the Broad Interests of Generalism(24:28) Portfolio Approach Over Traditional Resume(25:24) Overcoming the Jumper Optics(26:03) Intentionality in Career Moves(28:38) Discipline and Frameworks for Staying on Track(30:00) Embracing Iteration for Success(32:15) Overcoming Mental Hurdles on the Generalist Path(34:00) Surfing Analogy for Career Management(36:45) Importance of Enjoying the Process(39:00) Addressing Envy and Comparison in Careers(41:30) Valuing Autonomy Over Stability(43:45) Wrap-up and Gratitude for Insights--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Soraya Zidane drops some fitness knowledge for the busy working professional in this Episode of The Work Flow Podcast. She covers how fitness can improve your work output, and how that can snowball into every aspect of your life. You'll also leave with tips on how to get started, and many small changes you can make in your day to day that will compound into major results long term! Find Soraya on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sorayazidane-body-fitness-coach/and on her website at https://www.sorayazidane.com/Resources referenced:Dan Go https://www.linkedin.com/in/danfounder/?originalSubdomain=caShawn Stevenson https://www.instagram.com/shawnmodel/?hl=enMindpump https://mindpump.com/----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Derek and Sam sat down on Ep.12 of The Work Flow Podcast to discuss career success. How to define it, how it has changed generationally, and what are the systems we use to define it and measure it for ourselves.--------------------------------------------------------------START - 0:35) Introduction to the concept of a 'new kind of plot for high achievers', followed by the opening of the Workflow Podcast with hosts Sam and Derek.(0:35 - 1:08) Discussion about the book "Never Enough" and Western achievement culture, focusing on the definition of career success and the arrival fallacy.(1:08 - 2:02) Exploration of changing perceptions of career success over time and the influence of traditional Western ideals.(2:02 - 3:19) Contrast between traditional markers of career success (money, power, influence) and the recent shift towards work-life balance and intrinsic values.(3:19 - 4:08) Analysis of the pendulum swing in career values, debating the genuineness of the shift towards family importance and work-life balance.(4:08 - 5:01) Discussion on intrinsic vs. extrinsic values in defining career success, citing the book "Never Enough."(5:01 - 6:02) The evolution of career goals over time and the importance of balancing intrinsic and extrinsic values.(6:02 - 7:00) Reflections on personal career success and the importance of regularly reassessing one's value system.(7:00 - 8:15) Skepticism about the authenticity of the shift towards personal life balance in the professional world.(8:15 - 9:59) Personal stories of career paths, focusing on the balance between ambition and personal fulfillment.(10:00 - 11:04) The concept of considering one's future self in decision-making, and personal anecdotes about health and lifestyle choices.(11:04 - 12:58) Discussion about different approaches to career success: emotional vs. structured, including the use of personal OKRs.(12:58 - 14:24) Strategies for self-assessment and setting personal goals, including daily scoring of activities related to objectives.(14:24 - 16:03) The importance of aligning day-to-day actions with long-term goals and finding personal satisfaction in career progress.(16:03 - 17:20) Reflections on personal definitions of success and the ongoing nature of achieving and redefining success.(17:20 - 18:10) Discussion about the human nature of continually seeking success and fulfillment.(18:10 - 19:26) The concept of defining success as a state rather than a place, and reflecting on the long-term impact of current actions.(19:26 - 20:59) Real-world considerations in career planning, including practical needs and balancing them with intrinsic values.(20:59 - 22:24) Personal stories about finding balance and the importance of self-reflection in defining career success.(22:24 - 23:55) Discussion on the role of emotions in career decisions and personal growth.(23:55 - 25:31) Contrast between career-driven and personal-driven approaches to defining success.(25:31 - 27:11) Reflections on feeling unsuccessful at career peaks and the journey towards finding personal fulfillment.(27:11 - 29:53) Insights into the common narrative of achieving success and then seeking deeper meaning in life.(29:53 - 30:45) Final thoughts on the individual nature of defining success and the importance of inner reflection.(30:45 - 32:30) The darker side of letting external motivators drive you.(32:30 - END) Final thoughts and wrap-up--------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

In this episode, we chat with Katy Culver, Career Coach and BizOps @ Dover. Join us while we explore and shine the light on the strategies and frameworks you need to avoid being stuck in a job that’s no longer serving you.Katy coaches professionals on how to realize their dream careers. she understands that everyone’s story is unique and so will be their prescribed career path. Some prefer climbing the ladder and other times calls for the “lillypad” approach. Sometimes the path means sticking it out, other times it means changing your role completely. The question is left up to you. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(01:00) Welcome, Katy Culver!(02:40) Partnering with People to Realize their Career Dreams(04:30) What Does This Process Typically Look Like?(08:00) What should people do if they start feeling like it's time for a role and/or job change?(10:55) Networking as a way to find your path and continue growing in your role(14:20) The importance of understanding your internal purpose and "why"(17:00) It's not a matter of who you know, it's who knows you(19:45) Thinking like an Owner to Accelerate your goals(22:00) Work with your manager to help negotiate time for passion projects(24:50) Making the switch from a large company to a startup(25:30) Career advancement: The Lillypad Approach vs the traditional ladder approach(27:30) How to approach the job search with confidence(28:50) Back to Lillypad concept and pulling from Katy's experience to expound on the principle(34:30) Check in with yourself(35:00) What's next for Katy?--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Being yourself at work can not only make things more enjoyable, it can also help you build relationships and get stuff done. Careful though, because there is a time and a place to let your personality shine.Where are the boundaries? What are the best practices? Sam and Derek share some stories from their experience and talk about ways to read the room to know how much to let on and when. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Michael Gibeault is the Cheif Information Officer at Qlik. We bring him on the pod to talk learn about:His unique ability to rally teams through storytelling and metaphorBuilding relationships through being relatable and vulnerableBeing yourself at workReading the roomand so much more!Michael was a wealth of knowledge and this episode is packed with ways to fine tune your mindset at work in the early stages of your career. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(0:55) - Mike G Intro and Background(4:10) - Mike's Storytelling Origin Story and Has Always Been Skilled at This?(5:00) - At What Point Did You Realize Storytelling Was a Tool Worthy of Mastering?(6:30) - Approaching Storytelling in a Professional Setting(8:20) - Story Time with Mike - The Telephone Pole Story(10:30) - The Impact Stories Have on People and Teams and How It Maps to Messaging(12:00) - Story Time with Mike - The Don't Put Down the Burrito Story(14:03) - The Importance of Levity and Reading the Room to Break Up the Tension(17:30) - Building Relationships in a Virtual Environment(19:44) - Reading the Room and Being Yourself to Accelerate Your Professional Career(25:00) - Pick Your Spots(32:00) - Using Stories to Get Your Message Across Through Simplicity(37:50) - Using Personal Experience to Learning and Memory(38:38) - Wrap Up--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/If you have feedback about the show, or ideas for topics youd like us to cover, shoot us an email at workflowshow@gmail.com

Asking for help at work can be daunting. You may be nervous, don't want to inconvenience others, or just don't know how to ask. This can lead to spinning your wheels, not shipping work, and a buildup of disatisfaction. In this episode, Derek and Sam reframe asking for help in a positive light. They discuss how engaging someone for help is actually a compliment to them, and an aknowledgement that you matter. Have a listen, and let us know what you think! workflowshow@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------00:45 - Why asking for help is difficult within the culture we live02:40 - What is mattering03:50 - The overlap between mattering and stoicism04:30 - Why are people hesitant in asking for help07:00 - The consequences of not asking for help07:40 - A tool - find a mentor10:30 - Finding a mentor is easier than you think12:00 - Balancing asking for help with providing value14:30 - How to ask for help from someone you have no relationship with17:30 - Don't start from nothing. Do some homework first18:30 - At what point do I consider myself stuck and in need of help20:00 - A personal story from Sam24:50 - The importance of relationships and why it's more relevant now than ever29:45 - Using AI as a tool to help--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/

Finding purpose in your role, but also in the day to day tasks or projects you carry out, is powerful. It allows you to sharpen your focus, increase effectiveness, and paves the way to career satisfaction. In this episode we explore some ways to find purpose by asking "why?".--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1:00 introduction1:35 brick layers story3:05 why is why important4:30 example from Sam: how not having a clear why can have negative impact 6:20 is it practical to find purpose in everything, really?7:30 how the traditional school system does it wrong (backwards)9:30 how to find why in every day tasks11:20 start at the expected result and work backwards to find the why14:30 seeking feedback before, during, and after to keep yourself on track 15:55 using documentation to help contextualize and set objectives20:00 how to explain the why to others and influence their behavior23:30 zooming in to the individual or specific group to connect the task at hand to their why and your personal why28:00 seeking purpose out proactively32:15 artificial intelligence example - seeking purpose 38:45 dont assume others know the why. asking questions can be the key for others as well--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/

Shit talk is a part of life and defintitely a part of work. In this episode, Sam and Derek break down the reasons shit talk can happen, and real ways you can manage it and rise above it's toxic undertones.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/

In this episode of Meet the Host, Derek interviews Sam, who shares:His early childhood and how early failures or shortcomings gave him a chip on his shoulder that fueled his professional careerHow he built work ethic as a little dude in VermontPhilosophies on career progression and how to “lean in the direction you want to go:And much much more--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more tips, frameworks and episode summariesfollow the Work Flow Podcast on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-work-flow-podcast/?viewAsMember=trueand on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/workflowshow/