Best Michael Sharkey Podcasts (2025)

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Decoding 2025's Top Workplace Buzzwords 42:20

15h ago42:20

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Kristen and Mike get into the fascinating world of workplace buzzwords that are trending in 2025. From "anti-perks" to "coffee badging," these terms reveal a lot about our current work culture and employee-employer relationships. The couple unpacks these buzzwords with their characteristic humor and practical insight, examining what each trend reve…

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EP99.01: Google Cloud Next, Agent2Agent, MCPs, Agent Development Kit, Is Llama4 a flop? & Grok API 1:42:45

7d ago1:42:45

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai -- Get the official Simtheory hat: https://simulationtheory.ai/689e11b3-d488-4238-b9b6-82aded04fbe6 --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The Wrong Pendant? 02:34 - Agent2Agent Protocol, What is It? Implications and Future Agents 48:43 - Agent Development Kit (ADK) 57:50 - AI Agents Marketplace by Google Cloud 1:00:46 - Firebas…

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Leading Multicultural Teams with Andrea Fleischfresser 47:31

5d ago47:31

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Kristen and Mike sit down with Andrea Fleischfresser, an executive coach with over 20 years of experience in HR and coaching. Andrea shares her journey from working in Italy to building her coaching practice in the US, where she discovered that cultural backgrounds significantly influence leadership styles and workplace dynamics. Through her work w…

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EP99: Diss track ft. Gemini 2.5 Pro, Amazon's Nova Act Computer Use & The Future of Async AI Tasks 1:13:57

15d ago1:13:57

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Join Simtheory and create an AI workspace: https://simtheory.ai ---- Links from show: DIS TRACK: https://simulationtheory.ai/2eb6408e-88f9-4b6a-ac4d-134d9dac3073 ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Will we make 100 episodes? 00:48 - Checking back in with Gemini 2.5 Pro 03:30 - Diss Track: Gemini 2.5 Pro 07:14 - Gemini 2.5 Pro on Polymarket 17:32 - Amazon Nova A…

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Paula Munier 45:44

13d ago45:44

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PAULA MUNIER is the Senior Agent and Director of Storytelling for Talcott Notch Literary and USA TODAY bestselling author of the Mercy Carr mysteries from Minotaur. Over her 20-plus years in the business, she’s conceived, created, produced, and marketed exceptional content in all formats across all markets for such media giants as WGBH, Fidelity, D…

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EP98: Gemini 2.5 Pro Sponsored Episode, GPT-4o Image Generation & Vibe Coding Gone Wild 1:41:18

17d ago1:41:18

1:41:18

Create a Simtheory workspace: https://simtheory.ai Compare models: https://simtheory.ai/models/ ------ 3d City Planner App (Example from show): https://simulationtheory.ai/8cfa6102-ed37-4c47-bc73-d057ba9873bd ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - AI Fashion 01:13 - Gemini 2.5 Pro Initial Impressions: We're Impressed! 38:24 - Thoughts of Gemini distribution and …

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Building a Culture of Innovation That Works 42:20

19d ago42:20

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Is your team more afraid of sharing a bad idea or missing out on a great one? In this episode, Mike and Kristen dig into what truly makes a culture innovative - and it's probably not what you think. Most companies claim to value innovation, but few actually design their culture to support it. Through a framework Kristen calls the "Improvation Matri…

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EP97: Moore’s Law for AI agents, OpenAI's new audio models, o1-pro API & When Will AI Replace Us? 1:37:18

28d ago1:37:18

1:37:18

Create an AI workspace on Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai --- Song: https://simulationtheory.ai/f6d643e4-4201-475c-aa82-8a96b6b3b215 --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - OpenAI's audio model updates: gpt-4o-transcribe, gpt-4o-mini-tts 18:39 - Strategy of AI Labs with Agent SDKs and Model "stacks" and limitations of voice 25:28 - Cost of models, GPT-4.5, o1-pro ap…

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Leadership Book Club: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, Part Two 1:06:06

26d ago1:06:06

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In the second part of their deep dive into Will Guidara's Unreasonable Hospitality, Mike and Kristen explore the leadership lessons that transformed Eleven Madison Park into the world's best restaurant. From breaking traditional fine dining rules to creating moments of surprise and delight for guests, Guidara's approach proves that true hospitality…

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EP96: Gemini Native Image Generation & Editing, OpenAI's Agent SDK & Will Manus AI Invade USA? 1:12:46

1M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Gemini Flash 2.0 Experimental Native Image Generation & Editing 27:55 - Thoughts on OpenAI's "New tools for building agents" announcement 43:31 - Why is everyone talking about MCP all of a sudden? 56:31 - Manus AI: Will Manus Invade the USA and Defeat it With Powerful AGI? (jokes) ---- Tha…

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Leadership Book Club: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara, Part One 58:34

1M ago58:34

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In this first part of a two-part series, Mike and Kristen dive into Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara. While it might not seem like a traditional leadership book at first glance, it's packed with lessons for anyone serving customers or managing teams. Mike brings a unique perspective to this discussion, having spent 17 years in the restauran…

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Leadership Lessons from Space with Shelli Brunswick 43:32

1M ago43:32

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Kristen and Mike talk with Shelli Brunswick, a leader in the space industry whose career spans from the US Air Force to her current role as CEO of SB Global LLC. Shelli shares how space technology impacts our everyday lives in ways we don't even realize—from the smartphone in your pocket to the blueberries in your breakfast. She explains how leader…

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EP95: Why does GPT4.5 exist? Claude 3.7 Sonnet Has Arrived & Working with Claude Code Agent 1:45:31

2M ago1:45:31

1:45:31

Join Simtheory to try GPT-4.5: https://simtheory.ai Dis Track: https://simulationtheory.ai/5714654f-0fbe-496f-8428-20018457c4c7 === CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Reaction to GPT4.5 Live Stream + Release 12:45 - Claude 3.7 Sonnet Release: Reactions and First Week Impressions 45:58 - Claude 3.7 Sonnet Dis Track Test 56:10 - Claude Code First Impressions + Future…

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The Truth About Motivating Employees 41:42

2M ago41:42

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What really motivates people at work? Is it money, recognition, or something deeper? In this episode, Kristen unpacks three of the most influential motivation theories that can transform how you lead your team. Mike adds his real-world perspective as they explore why fear can be a powerful motivator, why a raise alone won't keep your employees enga…

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EP94: Does Grok 3 Change Everything? Plus Vibes & Diss Track Comparison 1:30:41

2M ago1:30:41

1:30:41

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- Grok 3 Dis Track (cringe): https://simulationtheory.ai/aff9ba04-ca0e-4572-84f4-687739c7b84b Grok 3 Dis Track written by Sonnet: https://simulationtheory.ai/edaed525-b9b6-473b-a6d6-f9cca9673868 ---- Community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- Chapters: 00:00 - First Impressions of Grok 3 10:00 - Discussion about…

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Imposter Syndrome: From Self-Doubt to Self-Trust 22:19

2M ago22:19

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International Women's Day is coming up on March 8th! In this special episode Kristen shares her 2024 IWD talk from Google's Women Techmakers event on tackling imposter syndrome through improv techniques. While 75% of women executives report experiencing imposter syndrome, Kristen reveals how her journey from tech leader to improv performer helped h…

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EP93: GPT-5, Grok 3 & Claude 4? Plus AI Agents Economic Impact & Inevitable Disruption of SaaS 1:42:12

2M ago1:42:12

1:42:12

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Anthropic Economic Index & The Impact of AI Agents 18:00 - Hype Vs Reality of Models & Agents 31:33 - Dream Agents & Side Quest Background Tasks 56:60 - How All SaaS Will Be Disrupted by AI 1:21:10 - Sam Altman's GPT-4.5, GPT-5 Roadmap 1:28:50 - Anthropic …

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Leadership Book Club: The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins 1:39:21

2M ago1:39:21

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Ever wonder why some new leaders hit the ground running while others stumble? Kristen and Mike break down Michael Watkins' essential guide The First 90 Days - a book The Economist called "the onboarding bible." Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or you're a seasoned executive making a change, this episode will help you avoid co…

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EP92: o3-mini, Deep Research, Gemini 2.0 Flash & Pro + lols 1:46:27

2M ago1:46:27

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- "Don't Cha" Song: https://simulationtheory.ai/cbf4d5e6-82e4-4e84-91e7-3b48cb2744ef Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/4Q8dRV45WYfxePE7zi52iL?si=ed094fce41e54c8f Community: https://thisdayinai.com --- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - We're on Spotify! 01:06 - o3-mini release and initial impressions 18:37 - Reasoning m…

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People-First Leadership with Marketing Exec Candice Hahn 50:48

2M ago50:48

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Ever wonder why some leaders seem to effortlessly build thriving teams while others struggle with constant turnover? In this episode, guest Candice Hahn, a veteran marketing agency executive with over 25 years of experience, shares her refreshing take on leadership in the fast-paced agency world. Candice opens up about why working for good people h…

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EP91: Is Deepseek R1 a Sputnik Moment? Farewell to o1 & Throw Away AI Software 1:25:34

2M ago1:25:34

1:25:34

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai --- LINKS FROM SHOW: - Built to Reason (an o1 Tribute song): https://simulationtheory.ai/3f3ff70d-afef-4372-a9a5-26b22824c383 - Sputnik Moment Song: https://simulationtheory.ai/4317176e-5c0d-49b9-801b-b686113624fd - Episode 91 Notes: https://simulationtheory.ai/b64f40ce-dab8-40b7-89a1-f24d17296f5a CHAPTERS: 00:0…

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Let’s Get Critical: How to Receive Tough Feedback 39:32

3M ago39:32

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Most leaders know feedback is essential for growth, but let's be honest - receiving it can be uncomfortable, even painful. In this episode, Kristen and Mike get real about their own struggles with feedback and share practical strategies to make the process less daunting. Whether you're dealing with a 360 review or an unexpected comment from a team …

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EP90: Consoles of the Future, Deepseek-R1, Gemini-Thinking, Create with Code, Operator & Stargate 1:18:03

3M ago1:18:03

1:18:03

Join Simtheory and use Create with Code: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- VOTING: Code challenge winner: https://simulationtheory.ai/e2875acf-33c3-4a96-97a1-14b8d815a49a BOOM factor on Deepseek: https://simulationtheory.ai/f98a591d-7726-42d3-afaf-53b8c29fa21e ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Computer Use, Agents, Collaborators D…

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Leadership Book Club: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss 1:26:29

3M ago1:26:29

1:26:29

Mike and Kristen break down Chris Voss's game-changing book on negotiation, Never Split the Difference. As a former FBI hostage negotiator, Voss brings street-smart tactics that work in real-world situations, not just theory. The couple explores how these techniques—from using the late-night FM DJ voice to mastering the power of "no"—can transform …

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EP89: Nvidia's Agentic Vision, State of AI Agents, o3 Thoughts & Deepseek V3 1:22:26

3M ago1:22:26

1:22:26

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The next step for agents... 00:45 - NVIDIA's CES Keynote Recap + Agentic Vision 13:33 - State of AI Agents in 2025 24:55 - Thoughts on o3 announcement & it's impact on AI agents 32:44 - Is o3 worth $2,000 per task and 13 minutes? 36:22 - More thoughts of…

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Why Nice Is Not Enough with Amira Barger, EVP of DEI at Edelman 54:56

3M ago54:56

54:56

What does it really mean to be an ally in today's workplace? For Amira Barger, Executive Vice President of DEI Advisory and Health Communications at Edelman, it's about going beyond being "nice." Growing up as the daughter of missionaries in Guam, Amira learned early on about meeting people's needs and building community. Now, she's challenging lea…

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ENCORE: The New Playbook for Leadership Presence 54:33

4M ago54:33

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Love and Leadership is taking a break this week, but we're re-airing one of our favorite early episodes to help you set the tone for the new year! In this episode, Kristen and Mike dive into the evolving concept of leadership presence. They explore how traditional notions of executive presence are shifting, with a growing emphasis on emotional inte…

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David L. Robbins 49:32

4M ago49:32

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David L. Robbins is the author of seventeen novels, including two bestselling works, War of the Rats and The End of War. Known for his gripping historical fiction, Robbins has also made a mark as a co-founder of the James River Writers and as the founder of the Richmond-based Podium Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Design Your Best 2025: A Personal Annual Review Process 37:26

4M ago37:26

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As the year winds down, Kristen shares her tried-and-tested process for conducting a personal annual review - a practice she's refined over 15 years. Whether you're reflecting on your career progression or contemplating personal growth, this episode offers a straightforward approach to evaluating your year and setting meaningful goals for 2025. Plu…

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Leadership Book Club: Start with Why by Simon Sinek 1:24:11

4M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

What makes some organizations inspire fierce loyalty while others just seem to exist? In this episode, Kristen and Mike dive into Simon Sinek's groundbreaking book "Start With Why," exploring how truly great leaders and companies create lasting success by focusing on their purpose rather than just their products. Through compelling examples from Ap…

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EP88: The Finale: 2024 Best Moments, Future Agents, Gemini 2.0 & OpenAI's 12 Days of Christmas 1:58:15

4M ago1:58:15

1:58:15

Thanks for listening and all of your support in 2024! ------ Get an AI workspace: https://simtheory.ai Join our community: https://thisdayinai.com ------ 00:00 - "So Chris This Week" flash back 01:35 - OpenAI's 12 days of attention seeking 09:02 - Gemini 2.0 Announcements, Rap Battle & Agents Discussion 39:55 - Gemini Deep Research Feature 50:14 - …

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Building Leadership Teams That Get Results 48:56

4M ago48:56

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Ever wonder what truly makes a great leadership team tick? Kristen shares insights from her recent team coaching certification program and breaks down the research-backed conditions that create outstanding teams. Drawing from Ruth Wageman and Richard Hackman's work on senior leadership teams, Mike and Kristen explore how the setup of a team account…

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EP87: Initial Reactions to OpenAI's o1 & ChatGPT Pro 47:41

4M ago47:41

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o1 Available Soon on Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Join our community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- Proving why we are the #1 average AI podcast. Apologies for interruptions and audio quality. Back to regular average programming next week. Thanks for listening! ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Initial OpenAI o1 Thoughts & Reactions 12:00 - OpenAI o1 System…

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Leading with Care Through Uncertain Times with Tushar Pandit, CPO at SPINS 49:37

4M ago49:37

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Leadership isn't just about hitting the numbers - it's about how you get there. Through candid stories from his 25+ years in human resources, Chief People Officer Tushar Pandit challenges common misconceptions about workplace culture and HR. He explains why foosball tables and kombucha aren't company values (though he enjoys kombucha), why measurin…

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Leadership Book Club: It’s Your Ship by Captain Michael Abrashoff 1:26:21

5M ago1:26:21

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When 36-year-old Mike Abrashoff took command of the USS Benfold in 1997, he faced a demoralized crew that openly jeered their departing captain. Instead of sticking with the Navy's traditional command-and-control leadership style, Abrashoff decided to revolutionize how he led. His radical approach? Trust his crew, listen to their ideas, and make th…

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EP86: CLAUDE WHO? 1:14:19

5M ago1:14:19

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Model Tunes (GPT-4o Better at Creative Writing) & Google Gemini Experimental Releases 03:13 - AI Rap Battle: How Creative is the New GPT-4o Vs Claude Sonnet 3.5? And is Suno v4 any good? 13:38 - The "fine tune" and "test time compute" trend & Gemini EXP-1121 release 30:32 - DeepSeek-R1-Lit…

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How Great Leaders Make Smart Decisions 45:37

5M ago45:37

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What if you could make better decisions with less stress? Kristen and Mike go deep into the science of decision-making, exploring why it's such a crucial leadership skill and sharing practical frameworks to help you decide with confidence. They reveal surprising research showing that leaders make around 35,000 decisions daily and that 85% of leader…

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EP85: Is AI Slowing Down? 1:13:29

5M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

Get a workspace computer: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Is AI Slowing Down? 05:15 - ChatGPT Desktop App "Work with" beta 20:01 - Workspace Computer reaction, use cases and thoughts 36:19 - OpenAI working on AI Agent "Operator" and thoughts on Agents and future of computer use 51:18 - Scaling AI Agen…

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7 Unconventional Leadership Principles with Hubspot’s Rebecca Yang 48:58

5M ago48:58

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In this guest interview episode, Rebecca Yang, Director of Engineering at HubSpot, shares her unconventional journey to tech leadership and reveals seven uncommon leadership principles that have shaped her success. From her early days in client services to leading a 50+ person engineering team, Rebecca opens up about how embracing authenticity and …

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EP84: It ACTUALLY works! 54:56

5M ago54:56

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Try a workspace computer*: https://simtheory.ai Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ------ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - It ACTUALLY works! Workspace Computer Fun & Discussion 35:54 - Flux Ultra & RAW modes 42:37 - Google AI & Developer Relations, State of Models 48:55 - Claude Haiku 3.5 Pricing Weirdness 50:04 - Final thoughts ------ * Please note we expec…

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Leadership Book Club: What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith 1:22:26

5M ago1:22:26

1:22:26

Kristen and Mike break down Marshall Goldsmith's influential book "What Got You Here Won't Get You There." While they praise the practical advice and behavioral frameworks in the book, they also challenge some of its core assumptions and discuss how leadership development has evolved since its 2007 publication. Through their analysis, they reveal h…

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EP83: Self Driving Computers, plus SearchGPT, & Github Copilot with Sonnet 1:03:30

6M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com === CHAPTERS: 00:00 - What happens with we have Self Driving Computers? 33:00 - ChatGPT Search Comparison & Thoughts 48:47 - Github Copilot Goes Multi-Model with Sonnet 3.5 Thanks for listening!By Michael Sharkey, Chris Sharkey

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The 6 Core Skills of Emotional Intelligence 50:26

6M ago50:26

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What's the real difference between a manager and a leader? While technical skills and industry knowledge matter, emotional intelligence often makes or breaks leadership effectiveness. In this episode, Kristen breaks down the Genos six key competencies of emotional intelligence and how they show up in leadership, while Mike adds his perspective (usi…

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EP82: Crazy Computer Use, Anthopic's Sonnet 3.5 (New) & the xAI Surprise 1:09:17

6M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Reserve your AI Workspace Computer: https://simtheory.ai Community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- Kaitlyn's Course: https://www.blackfeatherai.com/genai-jumpstart USE CODE "TDIA" for $200 off. ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:34 - Trying to Order Chris a Coffee with Computer Use 13:00 - Thoughts on Anthropic's Computer Use & The Impact of AI…

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Leadership Book Club: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, Part Two 1:25:08

6M ago1:25:08

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In part two of their deep dive into Brené Brown's Dare to Lead, Kristen and Mike explore shame, empathy, and trust through both personal and professional lenses. Through vulnerable stories - including Mike's nerve-wracking experience of saying "I love you" first and Kristen's college final exam mishap - they break down how shame shows up in leaders…

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Leading Through Election Stress with Megan Romano, LMFT 53:07

6M ago53:07

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As the 2024 US presidential election looms, leaders face a unique challenge: supporting their teams' mental wellness during a high-stress period. In this episode, Kristen and Mike explore this timely topic with licensed therapist Megan Romano. They discuss how leaders can navigate the emotional minefield of election season, from recognizing their o…

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EP81: Can AI Make Your Life Easier? Geoffrey Hinton is Relevant Again & State of AI Report 1:05:44

6M ago1:05:44

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ----- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Geoffrey Hinton is VERY relevant: wins Nobel Prize for Physics 07:05 - Testing OpenAI’s Realtime API for Phone Agent Experiences & Getting Our Affairs in Order 12:34 - CALL #1: Using OpenAI Realtime API Advanced Voice Mode Phone Agent Test 16:34 - CA…

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Leadership Book Club: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, Part One 1:16:18

6M ago1:16:18

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Join Kristen and Mike as they explore the world of courageous leadership through Brené Brown's groundbreaking book Dare to Lead. In this first part of a two-episode series, they unpack the myths surrounding vulnerability, the power of clear communication, and the importance of embracing discomfort in leadership. From discussing the "armory" we use …

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EP80: Corey Hotline, OpenAI DevDay 2024 Recap, Microsoft CoPilot, ChatGPT Canvas & Ray-Band Doxing 1:36:37

7M ago1:36:37

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Join Simtheory: https://simtheory.ai Call the Corey Hotline: +1 (650) 547-3393 (Not $4.95/min) Our community: https://thisdayinai.com ---- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Corey Hotline Cold Intro 00:18 - OpenAI Dev Day Recap: Realtime API 05:58 - Testing the Realtime API with Corey Hotline test 09:04 - Comparing OpenAI's Realtime API Advanced Voice Mode to Retel…

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Breaking Barriers and Fostering Inclusion with Melissa Jurkoic, CXO at Thynk 57:48

7M ago57:48

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Kristen sits down with Melissa Jurkoic, a tech industry veteran and champion for diversity in leadership. Melissa's journey from junior software engineer to Chief Experience Officer is a testament to the power of resilience and authenticity in leadership. She shares candid insights on navigating male-dominated spaces, the importance of sponsorship,…

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