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358. Inside the Mind of a CIA Operative with Jeffrey Sanow
Greg engages with Jeffrey Sanow, a former CIA senior intelligence officer, to explore the nuances of decision-making under pressure and the art of interpersonal communication. Jeffrey shares insights from his career, highlighting strategies for effective manipulation and persuasion, the importance of understanding others, and the balance between professional skills and personal relationships.
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357. The Art of Listening with Anna McKeown
Greg and Anna McKeown discuss the art of listening, exploring its transformative power in relationships. They discuss a pivotal moment from their dating history where effective listening shifted their connection and emphasized how empathic communication fosters understanding. Drawing insights from Carl Rogers' listening techniques, they share personal anecdotes about applying these principles in family dynamics and their marriage.
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356. Becoming the Family Hero: Revolutionary Ideas for Legacy Building with Moses Kagan
Join Greg and Moses Kagan as they dive into an insightful discussion on entrepreneurship, intergenerational wealth, and the power of gratitude. Moses shares his journey from a tech startup to founding Adaptive Realty, emphasizing the importance of ownership and relationships. The conversation explores narrative, legacy, and the pivotal role of recognizing one's ancestors' struggles and successes. Learn how adopting an intergenerational perspective can impact personal and professional growth, and how stories define both individual lives and broader cultures.
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355. How to Find Your Purpose and Master Essentialism with Tim Ferriss
Greg and Tim Ferriss dive into the art of prioritizing meaningful relationships and self-transcendence in this reflective conversation. They explore the concept of focusing on essential connections, sharing insights on setting priorities, fostering secure attachments, and tackling life's distractions. Tune in to discover how these thought leaders prioritize the "thousand X" relationships that matter most while navigating modern life's challenges and distractions.
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354. Anti-Time Management with Richie Norton (Part 1) (Replay)
In Part 1 of my conversation with Richie Norton, we discussed his countercultural but transformational approach to time management, program stacking and how they can help you generate huge results. In today's episode, Richie and I are picking up where we left off to talk about the importance of changing how you are paid. Listen in for the stories and actionable advice that will help you revolutionize your time and your day-to-day life.
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Design a life that really matters. I’m your host, Greg McKeown, author of New York Times bestsellers "Effortless" and "Essentialism" and I’m on mission to help you advocate and negotiate your way to remarkable results without burning out. Come with me on this journey every Tuesday and Thursday as we examine the most essential areas of our lives. Learn more about my books and courses at https://GregMcKeown.com.