Best Jorge Arango Podcasts (2025)

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190. Brain Bootcamp: Find Focus with Magic Meditation Moments - Ann Swanson 38:50

1h ago38:50

38:50

Meditation has some fantastic benefits for scholars, including: - Wellness benefits: managing stress, nerves, anxiety and more - Productivity benefits: boosting focus and increasing your output each day But it's not always easy to fit into our busy lives. Our guest today shares a wealth of ingenious tips and tricks for integrating mindful moments t…

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189. Maximise Knowledge Retention With Expert Flashcard Training [FMC 4b] 31:52

7d ago31:52

31:52

Top tips and tricks to get the most out of your flashcard training (testing) time, to accelerate your learning and maximise your knowledge retention. Resources mentioned today: >> Work with me 1-on-1: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching >> VIP supporters' club Patreon: https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP >> What to do the day before an exam: https://w…

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From Hype to Insight: Llewyn Paine on AI, UX, and Critical Thinking 30:12

11d ago30:12

30:12

What happens when a cognitive psychologist turned UX researcher brings a critical eye to AI? Dr. Llewyn Paine shares her unique perspective at the intersection of emerging technology and user research. With experience spanning neuromarketing, 3D television, and mixed reality, Llewyn has seen the hype cycles come and go—and learned to spot the gap b…

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188. Balancing Making and Testing Your Flashcards [FMC Part 4a] 17:47

14d ago17:47

17:47

Part 4a the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: the common trap of making a large set of flashcards without testing them, why we commonly get into this situation, and what to do about it. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they ca…

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187. Magic Tricks To Make Memorable Flashcards [FMC 3/4] 21:32

21d ago21:32

21:32

Part 3 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges. Bonus material and more on the Exam Study Expert Patreon: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP/ Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want…

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We Need to Talk with Joshua Graves 28:24

27d ago28:24

28:24

Tough conversations can feel like real-life horror stories—but they don’t have to. In We Need to Talk: A Survival Guide for Tough Conversations, Joshua Graves offers a practical, psychologically grounded toolkit for navigating conflict with clarity and courage. Drawing on insights from neuroscience, psychology, and his own lived experience, Graves …

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Jake Burghardt - Stop Wasting Research 35:04

27d ago35:04

35:04

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186. Flashcard Fundamentals For Faster Learning [FMC Part 2/4] 27:14

28d ago27:14

27:14

Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique COMING UP: - Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges - Part 4: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard TRAININ…

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185. The Science of Learning: Flashcard Mastery Course [Part 1 of 4] 27:20

1M ago27:20

27:20

Welcome to the first in a special four-part audio course on how to learn ultra-effectively by mastering the flashcards, not the only effective study strategy, but my personal favourite and a huge listener favourite among our listeners too. Today: discover the science that underpins the power of the flashcard. Coming up: - Part 2: Flashcard Fundamen…

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Julie Fast on Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: Practical Strategies for Productivity 58:33

1M ago58:33

58:33

In this episode we revisit a conversation with Julie Fast, author of Getting It Done When You’re Depressed: 50 Strategies to Help You Achieve Productivity Even with Depression, Anxiety, or ADHD. She shares her expertise on how to overcome productivity barriers caused by mental health struggles. Julie, who has lived with bipolar disorder, depression…

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Sara Sherman on Using Music to Enhance Focus and Wellbeing 52:46

1M ago52:46

52:46

In this episode, Sara Sherman, author of Resonant Minds: The Transformative Power of Music, joins the show to discuss the powerful and often underestimated role of music in our lives. Sara, a classical musician and educator, explores how music can not only enhance our emotional well-being but also improve focus, productivity, and social connections…

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184. Why Study Smarter? 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with! Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I hope you find fresh inspiration and maybe a a few questions clarified in today's audio essay. * * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, ind…

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Anne-Laure Le Cunnf on Tiny Experiments: Redefining Success in a Goal-Obsessed World 50:46

2M ago50:46

50:46

In this episode, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, author of Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, joins the show to discuss her experimental approach to goal-setting and personal growth. Anne-Laure, a neuroscience enthusiast and founder of Ness Labs, explores how shifting from traditional goal-setting to small, iterative experiments ca…

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Madeline Mann on Reverse the Search: Turning Job Seeking into Job Shopping 53:03

2M ago53:03

53:03

In this episode, Madelin Mann, author of Reverse the Search: How to Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping, joins the show to share her expert advice on transforming the traditional job search process. With years of experience in HR and recruiting, Madelin provides valuable insights into how to stand out in today’s competitive job market by shifting fr…

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Ximena Vengeochea on The Life Audit: How to Reevaluate Your Goals and Reclaim Your Path 50:10

2M ago50:10

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In this episode, Ximena Vengeochea, author of The Life Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Goals and Building the Life You Want, shares her approach to re-evaluating life’s priorities and making intentional changes. Ximena, a former LinkedIn leader, uses her background in user research to help others take a fresh, introspective approach…

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Elizabeth Lotardo on Leading Yourself: How to Find Purpose in Your Current Job 57:20

2M ago57:20

57:20

In this episode, Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself: Finding More Joy, Meaning, and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have, shares her insights on how to find purpose and fulfillment in your current job. Drawing on her background as an organizational psychologist, Elizabeth explores how shifting your mindset can help you thrive at wor…

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Andrew Brodsky on Mastering Successful Virtual Communication 56:23

2M ago56:23

56:23

In this episode, Andrew Brodsky, author of Ping: The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication, explores how virtual communication can be improved for both productivity and relationship-building. Andrew, a professor at the University of Texas and expert on virtual communication, discusses his research and personal journey in understanding how we …

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Traction Heroes with Harry Max & Jorge Arango 32:16

2M ago32:16

32:16

What happens when two brilliant minds from the world of information architecture team up to create a podcast that’s part leadership playbook, part intellectual high-wire act? That’s exactly what Harry Max and Jorge Arango set out to explore with their new podcast, Traction Heroes. Lou Rosenfeld chats with two and learns how they envision their proj…

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Jenny Wood on Wild Courage: How to Overcome Fear and Unlock Your Potential 54:14

2M ago54:14

54:14

In this episode, we welcome Jenny Wood, a former Google executive, founder of Own Your Career, and author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. Jenny shares powerful insights into overcoming fear, taking bold risks, and navigating personal and professional growth with courage. In this conversation, we explore: The Courage to Overcome …

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Oliver Burkeman on Embracing Limits and Making Time for What Matters 49:00

2M ago49:00

49:00

I’m excited to welcome Oliver Burkeman back to the show to discuss his new book, Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts. You can find his previous conversation on the show here. Oliver is a journalist and author best known for 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals. His latest book offers a p…

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Ximena Vengoechea on Listening Like You Mean It for Better Productivity 44:09

2M ago44:09

44:09

I’m excited revisit this conversation with Ximena Vengoechea to the show to discuss her book, Listen Like You Mean It: Reclaiming the Lost Art of True Connection. Ximena is a user researcher, author, and expert in communication and active listening. Her book explores how we can deepen our conversations, overcome common listening mistakes, and foste…

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Networking Without Fear: Michaela Alexis on Overcoming Anxiety 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

I’m excited to welcome Michaela Alexis to the show to discuss her new book, No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Connections for the Socially Anxious Professional. Michaela is a keynote speaker, LinkedIn expert, and networking coach who helps professionals overcome social anxiety and build meaningful connections in their careers. In this convers…

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Research as Knowledge Curation with Robin Beers 33:40

3M ago33:40

33:40

Why do so many organizations struggle to learn and evolve? Robin Beers, an organizational psychologist and founder of Ubuntu Culture Company, argues that businesses have been stuck in a transactional mindset—hoarding knowledge rather than embracing it as a dynamic, social process. In this conversation, she explains why researchers must shift from s…

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Optimizing Your Workspace: Mo Hamzian on Sensory Design for Productivity 40:01

3M ago40:01

40:01

I’m excited to welcome Mo Hamzian to the show to discuss the future of workspaces and how to optimize environments for focus, productivity, and well-being. Mo is an entrepreneur, real estate expert, and the co-founder of VEL, a company dedicated to redefining workspaces for the modern workforce. In this conversation, we cover: The Evolution of Work…

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Imagination and Creativity at Work with Duncan Wardle 49:48

3M ago49:48

49:48

I’m excited to welcome Duncan Wardle to the show to discuss his new book, The Imagination Emporium: The Creative Tools to Change the Way You Think. Duncan is a former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, a global speaker, and an expert in unlocking human imagination. His book presents practical tools for breaking free from conventional thin…

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From Academia to UX with Katie Hansen 23:55

3M ago23:55

23:55

What happens when an academic researcher trades a university lab for the fast-paced world of tech? Katie Hansen, Senior UX Research Manager at Thumbtack, shares her journey from studying unconscious bias at Princeton to leading research at companies like Etsy, Instagram, and Facebook. She breaks down the challenges of transitioning from academia—wh…

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Mini Status Update - What's Happening On The Podcast? 4:44

3M ago4:44

4:44

For regular listeners, a brief update after a couple of unannounced weeks off-air, what happened, and when we'll be back in action (spoiler alert: v. soon!!). Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).By William Wadsworth

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Debra Eckerling on Setting and Achieving Goals with Clarity 41:33

3M ago41:33

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I’m excited to welcome Debra Eckerling to the show to discuss her new book, 52 Secrets for Goal Setting and Goal Getting: How to Stay Focused, Grow Your Network, and Get More Done in Less Time. Debra is a goal-setting expert, author, and the creator of the DEB Method, which helps individuals and organizations define, plan, and achieve their goals. …

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Organizing Your Space and Mind: Lessons from Tidy Dad, Tyler Moore 48:06

3M ago48:06

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This week, I’m excited to welcome Tyler Moore, also known as Tidy Dad, to the show to discuss his new book, Tidy Up Your Life: Rethinking How to Organize, Declutter, and Make Space for What Matters. Tyler is a teacher, writer, and advocate for creating intentional, organized spaces that support well-being. Through his Tidy Dad brand, he shares prac…

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Optimizing Brain States: Hyperefficiency with Dr. Mithu Storoni 51:37

3M ago51:37

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I’m excited to welcome Dr. Mithu Storoni to the show to discuss her new book, Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work. Dr. Storoni is a physician, researcher, and expert in neuroscience and performance optimization. Her latest book challenges conventional productivity methods and introduces a brain-based approach to workin…

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Embracing Stuckness: Ben Orlin on Productive Problem Solving in "Math for English Majors" 40:47

3M ago40:47

40:47

This week, I’m excited to welcome Ben Orlin to the show to discuss his new book, Math for English Majors: A Human Take on the Universal Language. Ben is a math educator, writer, and the creator of Math with Bad Drawings, a blog and book series that makes math more accessible, humorous, and relatable. His latest book approaches mathematics as a lang…

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Destigmatizing Failure to Encourage Innovation with Dan Ward 27:21

3M ago27:21

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Failure is often seen as something to avoid, but Dan Ward sees it as a gateway to innovation. Dan is a military technologist, author, USAF veteran, and innovation catalyst at MITRE Corporation, and he and Lou talk about the profound lessons failure can teach. Drawing from his book LIFT: Innovation Lessons From Flying Machines That ALMOST Worked and…

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Ian Morgan Cron on Using the Twelve Steps for Greater Self-Awareness and Recovery 45:20

3M ago45:20

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I’m excited to welcome back Ian Morgan Cron to the show to discuss his new book, The Fix: How the Twelve Steps Offer a Surprising Path of Transformation for the Well-Adjusted, the Down-and-Out, and Everyone In Between. Ian is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram expert, and host of the Typology podcast. His latest book explores how the …

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183. High Stakes Exam Success - with Dr Morgan Taylor 29:39

3M ago29:39

29:39

This week on the show: Top tips for learning for high stakes exams Maintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health 4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bay Advice for prospective / current nursing students Our guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly q…

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Melissa Urban on Boundaries, Empathy, and the New Whole30 41:19

4M ago41:19

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This week, I’m excited to welcome back Melissa Urban to the show to discuss her new book, The New Whole30: A Fresh Approach to Food and Life. Melissa Urban is the co-creator and CEO of the Whole30 program, a New York Times bestselling author, and a respected voice in the wellness community. Her new book reintroduces the Whole30 program with updates…

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182. The Neurodiverse Brain At School - with Christopher Wyatt 40:09

4M ago40:09

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Today, we're talking neurodiversity in education. Whether you're a student with a neurodiverse brain, a parent to one or a teacher to one, today's episode is rich on practical advice to help you navigate the specific challenges you might have in the education system at school and college! My guest today is Christopher Wyatt, a diagnosed Autistic wi…

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A Designer Fighting Climate Change with Brandon Schauer 40:21

4M ago40:21

40:21

What keeps you up at night? For Brandon Schauer, it was climate change. In a stroke of genius, the former CEO of Adaptive Path decided to look for a role that would help him address his concerns about our planet. He ultimately transitioned to his current role as Senior Vice President of Climate Culture at Rare. Brandon has a big heart, and it can b…

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181. REWIND: Maximum Concentration: "Attention Professor" Stefan Van der Stigchel 52:19

4M ago52:19

52:19

How to concentrate on your studies? I’m going to be talking to one of the world’s leading authorities on how to manage your attention, and focus on what really matters to you, Professor Stefan van der Stigchel. We’ll be walking through an entire day of concentration to show you step-by-step what you can do to help maximise your focus, including: “A…

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Dr. Michael Breus on Simple Wellness Through Breathwork, Hydration, and Sleep 59:42

4M ago59:42

59:42

This week, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Michael Breus to the show to discuss his new book, Sleep, Drink, Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Long-Term Health. Dr. Breus, also known as “The Sleep Doctor,” is a clinical psychologist, board-certified sleep specialist, and a bestselling author. Known for making complex health topics approachable, his …

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180. Smarter Living for Students: Setting Boundaries and Finding Community 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

Today, Nkechi L Ifediora joins us to break down her ABCD principles of smarter living: Assess / acceptance Boundaries Community Decision making Nkechi is a doctor, director, Mum, executive coach, writer and influencer, who's built a large following through her practical and compassionate advice on living smart. Join Nkechi's 50,000+ followers on in…

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Envisioning and Creating New York City’s Next Park with Rosa Chang 33:35

4M ago33:35

33:35

Imagine transforming a forgotten, dark space beneath one of New York’s most iconic landmarks into a vibrant community hub—this is the ambitious vision behind Gotham Park. Facilitating the vision and creation of the space beneath the Brooklyn Bridge is Lou’s guest, Rosa Chang. She shares her dream of transforming the neglected nine-acre area into a …

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Epilogue 41:54

5M ago41:54

41:54

In this final episode, I reflect on things I learned by producing the show. See full show notes at: https://theinformed.life/2024/12/29/episode-156-epilogue/ Photo by Diego Jimenez on Unsplash.By Jorge Arango

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Productivity A to Z with Mike Vardy - Part 1 1:06:58

5M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

This week we are joined by productivity expert Mike Vardy for Parton of a two part series on the A to Z of Productivity. Mike's experience spans years and includes authoring books, creating courses, and hosting his own podcast, "A Productive Conversation." He's a seasoned productivity strategist known for his unique approach to time management and …

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179. Finding Balance In The Holidays 12:23

5M ago12:23

12:23

Finding the balance on a vacation or in a holiday season can be tricky. In this episode, you'll learn: All I Want For Christmas is to do the bajillion things I've been meaning to do all term/semester. How to prioritise effectively to avoid panic or disappointment. Don't They Know It's Christmas... and I've got work today? Managing relationships wit…

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178. 10 Questions About Studying - LIVE With William 27:54

5M ago27:54

27:54

A year-end special: ask me anything about how to study, I'm answering your questions about learning, study habits and more. Today's questions include: Tips for maths and numerical subjects (1:45) How to improve when you're struggling (6:40) How to deal with a "bad teacher" (11:10) How to study at the last minute, and prioritise when time is limited…

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Peter Morville on Exit Interview, part 2 32:37

5M ago32:37

32:37

Peter Morville is a pioneer of information architecture. He co-authored Information Architecture for the World-Wide Web, the classic O’Reilly “polar bear” book on the subject. In our previous conversation, I interviewed Peter about a big change in his life. In this interview, we turn the tables: he interviews me about a big change to this show. See…

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177. Exam Technique: 3 Mistakes To Avoid 22:35

5M ago22:35

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3 mistakes to avoid when taking your next exam. Featuring Lucy Parsons, from the School Success Formula podcast and lifemoreextraordinary.com * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less s…

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Rock Climbing and Security UX 34:16

6M ago34:16

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Just as a rock climber meticulously checks their gear and follows strict safety protocols to navigate treacherous heights, security UX professionals must also anticipate risks and design safeguards to ensure a smooth and safe journey for users in a digital landscape. In Lou’s interview with Heidi Trost, author of Human-Centered Security: How to Des…

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Kendra Adachi's Framework for a Kinder, Flexible Approach to Rethinking Productivity 1:03:39

6M ago1:03:39

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This week I welcome back Kendra Adachi to the show to talk about her new book The PLAN: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy Genius. Kendra Adachi is one part systems expert, and one part permission giver. As The Lazy Genius, she aims to help you be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't. She is the host of The Lazy Geni…

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176. Mindset Matters: Erika's Student Story & Growth / Resilience Lessons 28:29

6M ago28:29

28:29

My guest today is a non-traditional student and aspiring neurologist who shares her story of overcoming set backs and challenges, the power of resilience through difficult personal circumstances, and how to cultivate a growth mindset and overcoming beliefs that may be limiting your potential. Erika is also a mindset influencer and coach, find her o…

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