Pick the Brain Podcast: Productivity | Motivation | Self Improvement | Health

We hear a lot about finding balance in work and in life. But what does that really mean? And how is that even possible without becoming so stringent that we can’t do anything spontaneous or interesting without coming out of balance? In today’s show Erin and Jeremy will be hearing a collection of thoughts from … Continue reading "Finding True Balance with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar"

Is it possible that the things you view as flaws might actually be your strengths? And how do our strengths play a role in finding what we’re passionate about? That’s the topic of today’s Pick the Brain Podcast when we’ll hear two articles on the topics of viewing our flaws as strengths. Show Notes: PTB … Continue reading "Why Your Flaws Might Actually Be Your Strengths"

On this episode of the Pick the Brain Podcast we’ll hear from one of the most successful investors of all time, Warren Buffett. Besides being a multi-billionaire, Warren is known for being a wonderful humanitarian and entrepreneur. Today we’ll break down a mix of his top tips and strategies for success in life and business. … Continue reading "Warren Buffett’s Top Tips for Success in Life and Business"

On this episode of the Pick the Brain Podcast United States Navy Admiral William H. McRaven delivers a speech about the importance of making sure you are doing little things in life like making your bed and never forgetting the importance of leaning on those around you to help you paddle where you want to … Continue reading "If You Want to Change the World Start by Making Your Bed"

Are you facing a change that you’re not sure you have the courage or permission to face? On today’s episode of the Pick the Brain Podcast we’ll hear an inspiring speech from Peter Dinklage about his experience working at a data processing company for several years, almost abandoning his dream of becoming a successful actor, … Continue reading "Don’t Wait. Light Up the Night with Peter Dinklage"

Are you someone who always sees what’s in the way of what you want instead of what you actually want? Today’s show features a segment of Simon Sinek’s speech from UshersNewLook, a foundation empowering and preparing youths for leadership. Simon gives his 5 rules for following your spark and inspires us to go after what … Continue reading "5 Rules to Follow to Find Your Spark"

In today’s world it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out by daily responsibilities, career and family obligations, as well as everything else that seems to come our way. In this episode Erin and Jeremy will discuss tips for managing stress in a stressful world from Prince Ea as well as techniques to help us … Continue reading "Tips for Managing Stress and Feeling Overwhelmed"

Are you a slave to money? Many people feel like they are. It might not be fun to talk about but money is one of the most important topics that we need to address in order to have a successful life. Ack, just thinking about the topic of money turns people’s stomach – but it … Continue reading "Free Yourself From Being a Slave to Money"

Today’s show features an incredible message from speaker Vera Jones (verasvoiceworks.com) on her experience with finding your true vision. Vera is a hall of fame athlete, broadcaster, and speaker whose experience as a mother taught her incredible lessons about the blind leading the blind. Show Notes: Full Speech: How the Blind Can Lead the Blind … Continue reading "Finding True Vision: How the Blind Can Lead the Blind"

There is one quality that might be one of the most underrated topics in making progress in your life. That quality is MOMENTUM. In this episode Erin and Jeremy will discuss the incredible power of momentum and discuss a few game changing products that can help you get the ball rolling to getting what you … Continue reading "The Incredible Power of Momentum"

Are you ready to GET MOTIVATED?! On this special episode of the podcast we will be featuring a mix put together by Youtuber Motiversity which features music and clips from Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Steve Jobs, and other inspirational voices that will  kick us into gear and inspire us to rise and grind. Ready…set…GO!!! Show … Continue reading "Get Motivated: Special Episode Monday Mix"

Sometimes life happens. For many people that’s getting fired from their job, missing out on opportunities, or even having friends betray you. Often times however, those events can lead you down a path that you would have never found had you not experienced those events. Today we’ll hear from actress Lisa Kudrow on why she’s … Continue reading "“Thank God I Got Fired” – Lisa Kudrow"

Often there’s an all too close relationship between success and failure. Sometimes you don’t know what’s going to be the thing that makes you successful or the thing that’s going to be your next failure. On today’s show we’ll hear an excerpt from one of the most successful and funny people on the planet, Will … Continue reading "The Funny Relationship Between Success and Failure"

On this episode of the Pick the Brain Podcast we’ll hear from one of the most influential women to ever live, Oprah Winfrey. Oprah has three steps that she feels is critical for building an incredible life – steps that she attributes to her massive success. And as always Erin and Jeremy break down the … Continue reading "3 Steps for an Incredible Life with Oprah Winfrey"

Is it possible to read 47 books in a single year? It might be easier than you think. In this episode Erin and Jeremy will discuss how to read faster as well as things you can do that will actually increase your intelligence. Show Notes: PTB Article: How to Read 47 Books in One Year … Continue reading "How to Read 47 Books Per Year Without Breaking a Sweat"