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Managing People

Managing People

Hello members and subscribers! The tenth Moonshots Master episode is here and we are diving into Leadership and Managing People!

To get us inspired towards the topic of Managing People we start with the Moonshots Master himself, Simon Sinek, who tells us about his first job after college, and the importance of empathy. We then hear from the motivational powerhouse, Tony Robbins, who suggests that in order to lead - rather than manage - you need to be able to read your team first. The Apple leader, Steve Jobs, then discusses what made Apple so good at managing people, and how you have to be run by ideas, not hierarchy.

We learn from Seth Godin that leaders must take responsibility, and inspire teams without using fear. Author and personal development trainer Brendon Burchard encourages us to be patient, and keep humanity the focus of collaboration and management, even when dealing with frustrating people. Simon Sinek closes this section by breaking down the meaning behind ‘Leaders Eat Last'.

Closing the Master Series show we hear from Simon Sinek once more, as he explains how to build relationships that inspire change, and how mentorship is like friendship.

Second Order Thinking

Second Order Thinking

Hello members and subscribers! The ninth Moonshots Master episode is here and we are diving into Critical Thinking and SECOND ORDER THINKING!

Helping set the scene for Second Order Thinking we think it only right to start with Howard Marks, who explains why if you think the same as everyone else you're not going to be a superior investor. We then have breakdowns, courtesy Yanis from Time Management and Productivity, of both Second Order Thinking and how it influences future actions, as well as Second Order Consequences and how every action has a consequence.

Now it’s time to truly understand the concept of Second Order Thinking, so we break down some thinking from Roman Krznaric of Big Think, who tells us that it is possible to utilise long term thinking and imagine the future if you retrain your brain. Swedish Investor then breaks down Howard Marks’ 3 chapters on risk, and how understand, recognize, and control it. Lastly, we have Taylor Benterud, who creates a great example of second order consequences for us, demonstrating some long-term thinking as a mental model with an agency model example.

Helping us adopt the practice and techniques of Second Order Thinking we get introduced to the concept of critical thinking with the TED-Ed channel which help us find the most useful information. We then have Jordan Peterson teaching us how critical thinking and writing are so interconnected. And finally, we have classic Moonshotter Adam Grant who emphasises the power of procrastination, and how it’s essential to leave yourself enough time to really think and grow.

Plus our reading list is full of tips, tricks and tools to help you harness your thinking, decision making and Second Order Thinking.

Finding Your Purpose

Finding Your Purpose

Hello members and subscribers! The eighth Moonshots Master episode is an under-considered topic in Personal development and transformation: FINDING YOUR PURPOSE.

To prove the value of knowing your purpose, we hear from all-time great Moonshotters. Kyle Maynard explains why we should find our purpose and how making excuses is what makes you incapable of success. We then hear from Dan Millman who says we all need to learn to enjoy the journey of your life, and not let our ego drive our emotions. Breaking down the illusion of originality, we have Elizabeth Gilbert stating that authenticity and action shouldn’t be limited by what’s been done before.

Now that we're ready to understand the full value of knowing our purpose, we listen to Mark Manson and The Diary of a CEO discuss why we all need to figure out what you want in order to disregard the less important stuff. Two Moonshot heavy-weights break down rethinking cycles together, with Adam Grant and Shane Parrish discussing keeping your sense of identity separate from ego. Staying true to his purpose, we have Matthew McConaughey telling the story of what happened when he started saying ‘no’ to Rom Coms (and money).

In our final part we learn actionable frameworks and behaviours to help us make habits today. We hear from Simon Sinek and how you must start with a clear message in mind - in life and work - accessible via the golden circle. We then have Tim Tamashiro breaking down his ikigai and helping us know how to create ours. Lastly we realise there are no excuses for starting today, as Ryan Holiday explains how Marcus Aurelius always made time to think clearly and journal.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

Hello members and subscribers! It’s time for our seventh Moonshots Master episode, and we are tackling a huge topic: ENTREPRENEURSHIP

To get us started we hear from some of the most well-known and highly regarded entrepreneurs and authors out there. Darren Hardy kicks us off with a breakdown of what it means to be an ‘Exception’ and how it takes guts to succeed. We then hear Steve Jobs’ entrepreneur story and how he battled against settling for less. Continuing our journey into inspiration Warren Buffet motivates us by stating how he ‘tap dances to work’.

Now we are inspired. It's time to learn the hard truths about being an entrepreneur, and who better to share wisdom than Elon Musk who had to contend with criticism from his heroes. Helping us understand the value of starting on day one with a single-minded framework we hear from Michael E Gerber who prepares us for scale with the story of Ray Kroc and McDonald’s. Helping us analyze and understand why some businesses fail and others don’t, we learn from Bill T. Gross and his study into the reason for success being timing and teams.

To help us grab the opportunities and learn from the documented mistakes made by others, we hear from three entrepreneurial authors. First up we hear from Moonshots royalty Simon Sinek who says to start with WHY to inspire action. Next, we hear from Tim Ferriss who gives us 5 tips for starting a kick-ass business. Closing out the show we have some very practical tips from Eric Ries on how to utilize a lean methodology to define - and release - a Minimum Viable Product.

The Art Of Communication

The Art Of Communication

Hello members and subscribers! It’s time for our sixth Moonshots Master episode, and here we are breaking down the number one business skill: the ART OF COMMUNICATION.

To inspire us on the importance of communicating well, we hear from Sharon Ellison who helps us identify if we are being defensive in our communication. We then delve into a Moonshots-favourite as Cal Newport breaks down the limitations of email and electronic communication. Sir Alex Ferguson then communicates the importance of saying ‘well done’ and positive communication to teams, rounding out how we utilise encouragement.

Helping us comprehensively understand the power of communication, we hear from William Ury who’s passion for good listening enabled him to work with the President of Venezuela. Cal Newport then breaks down the overwhelming effect of smartphones complicating communication and what he means by the ‘hyperactive hive mind’. Lastly, Julian Treasure gives us 5 practises to listen better.

To help us develop daily habits that cultivate good communication, we have practical tips from 3 thought-leaders. First, we hear world champion public speaker Dananjaya Hettiarachchi’s 4 essential body language tips. Simon Sinek encourages us to manage effective confrontation using the ‘FBI’ framework (Feelings, Behaviour, Impact). Finally, Julian Treasure provides us 5 simple exercises to do every day that can encourage conscious listening.

Special 100th Episode

Special 100th Episode

In our 100th Episode, we mark our centenary show by taking a look at what really makes a ‘Moonshots’ thinker. We'll shine a light on past shows and ask ourselves: 1. What lessons did we learn. 2. How have we used these lessons in our own lives.

Innovators, we'll celebrate are Lady Gaga, Simon Sinek: Start with Why, Brené Brown: Gifts of Imperfection, Michael Jordan, Elon Musk, and David Goggins.

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