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24: Step by Chris Capehart (with Chris Capehart)

April 12, 2017 • 1 hour 18 minutes

This week we’re joined by the author himself, Chris Capehart, to discuss his book Step and the impact a single action forward can have on your dreams.

23: Rhinoceros Success by Scott Alexander

April 5, 2017 • 1 hour 30 minutes

Let’s be rhinos! It’s an interesting concept and this round Mike and Joe discuss the implications of becoming a 6,000 lb rhinoceros.

22: The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone (with Shawn Blanc)

March 22, 2017 • 1 hour 16 minutes

This round Mike and Joe are joined by Shawn Blanc to talk about taking massive action with The 10X Rule.

21: The Personal MBA by Josh Kaufman

March 8, 2017 • 1 hour 38 minutes

Let’s get an MBA (unofficial) without the big price tag. There are a lot of gems here but the format got under Joe’s skin.

20: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson

February 24, 2017 • 1 hour 36 minutes

Mike dives head-first into the world of internet-connected light-bulbs. Joe doesn’t get it. And yet they both explore the world of moving cheese together.

19: The Shallows by Nicholas Carr

February 16, 2017 • 1 hour 33 minutes

Does the use of internet devices change our brains? And if so, is it worth doing anything about? It’s a tough topic but Mike and Joe work their way through it.

18: Decisive by Chip Heath, Dan Heath

January 25, 2017 • 1 hour 33 minutes

A new baby, a continuing morning phone addiction, and learning how to make better decisions. It’s all covered in this week’s episode.

17: QBQ! The Question Behind The Question by John Miller

January 11, 2017 • 1 hour 05 minutes

It may not be your fault, but you can take responsibility for it. Mike and Joe discuss the role of personal accountability in our lives and asking ourselves better questions.

16: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

January 4, 2017 • 1 hour 16 minutes

Mike loves his coffee and he’s trying to drag Joe along. But that still doesn’t stop them from talking checklists and the power they hold.

15: BrainChains by Theo Compernolle

December 7, 2016 • 1 hour 36 minutes

BrainChains was a listener recommendation that taught Mike and Joe a lot about how technology affects our minds. From attention to focus, it’s all covered.

14: The 12 Week Year by Brian Moran, Michael Lennington

November 23, 2016 • 1 hour 22 minutes

If you’re looking for a way to set goals and achieve a year’s worth of work in 12 weeks, then The 12 Week Year is an excellent choice and structure to try.

13: Managing Oneself by Peter Drucker

November 9, 2016 • 1 hour 19 minutes

One of the most valuable tasks you can begin is the development of your self-awareness. This week Mike and Joe delve into the questions posed by Peter Drucker that prompt you to learn how to manage yourself.

12: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey

October 26, 2016 • 1 hour 28 minutes

Mike and Joe get a breath of fresh air with a book on productivity. There are a lot of tips here that they’ve both practiced for years but learned a lot regardless.

11: The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

October 12, 2016 • 1 hour 15 minutes

Mike almost put this one down. The business principles discussed are vital but the book itself was a challenge.

10: Start With Why by Simon Sinek

September 28, 2016 • 1 hour 16 minutes

This week Mike and Joe talk about the value of finding a “why” in everything we do and what happens when companies start with “how” or “what.”

9: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

September 14, 2016 • 1 hour 24 minutes

We’re trying a different flavor of book this time and discussing our relationships and feelings with Brené Brown’s Daring Greatly.

8: The Power Of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz

August 31, 2016 • 1 hour 05 minutes

When you step out beyond time management you land in the world of energy management. It’s a simple concept that is drastically different for everyone embarking on the journey.

7: Deep Work by Cal Newport

August 17, 2016 • 1 hour 29 minutes

Mike has a new Apple device despite his minimizing efforts and Joe has finally done something about his email issue.

6: The More Of Less by Joshua Becker

August 3, 2016 • 1 hour 08 minutes

This week Mike and Joe talk about cutting back and simplifying life with Joshua Becker’s book The More Of Less.

5: Essentialism by Greg McKeown

July 27, 2016 • 1 hour 06 minutes

Joe gets too much email, Mike thinks he should hide his email address, and they both have an interest in saying “no” more often.

4: The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holiday

July 20, 2016 • 52 minutes

We all deal with something painful in our lives. And although they are hard to talk about, it’s these obstacles that strengthen us for the future.

3: The War Of Art by Steven Pressfield

July 12, 2016 • 1 hour 05 minutes

Whether it’s writing or building a business, we all struggle to put in the work to create. Mike and Joe discuss going pro with their art and overcoming resistance.

2: The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal

July 7, 2016 • 56 minutes

Whether it’s overcoming an addiction to email or sticking to a diet, The Willpower Instinct is excellent at helping you develop the self-control to accomplish your goals.

1: Getting Things Done by David Allen

July 7, 2016 • 1 hour 08 minutes

Welcome to Bookworm! To kick things off, we’ve reread a book we both rely on heavily in our lives, Getting Things Done by David Allen. This is the best discussion either of us have had about GTD in a long time.

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