1072: Reclaiming Your Creativity–No Matter Your Role with Tania Katan

1072: Reclaiming Your Creativity–No Matter Your Role with Tania Katan

Author: How to be Awesome at Your Job July 3, 2025 Duration: 45:02
Tania Katan reveals tricks for turning daily drudgery into opportunities for innovation. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) Why creativity can be an antidote to burnout 2) How to find inspiration in the everyday 3) Creative hacks to make meetings more human and engaging Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1072 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT TANIA —  Tania Katan is a global transformational speaker, award-winning author, and co-creator of the viral social impact campaign #ItWasNeverADress; a movement that has inspired over 100 million people to see, hear, and celebrate creativity and diversity. Her visionary way of formulating ideas led to her award-winning book, Creative Trespassing: How to Put the Spark and Joy Back into Your Work and Life (Penguin Random House),  as well as the award-winning memoir, My One Night Stand With Cancer (Alyson Books). Katan is highly sought after to teach people and companies how to generate unlimited creative breakthroughs in less overtly creative industries, work cultures, and lives. Some of the organizations and major conferences impacted by her talks and workshops include: CiscoLive!, Expedia, Amazon, Talks at Google, Etsy, TED Talks, American Express, and more.   • Book: Creative Trespassing: How to Put the Spark and Joy Back into Your Work and Life  • Website: TaniaKatan.com  — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Book: Speak and Grow Rich: Revised and Updated by Dottie Walters • Book: When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times by Pema Chodron — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/Awesome • Plaud.ai. Use the code AWESOME and get a discount on your order • Rula. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at Rula.com/Awesome See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever feel like there's a gap between the work you're doing and the work you know you're capable of? That's the space where How to Be Awesome at Your Job lives. Hosted by Pete, this long-running podcast digs into the practical, often overlooked tactics that transform good performance into remarkable impact. Rather than abstract theory, each conversation with accomplished thought-leaders and results-getters focuses on extracting specific, actionable insights you can apply immediately. You'll hear real stories and candid advice that sharpen universal skills-like clear communication, strategic thinking, and effective collaboration-which are essential for any role that involves working with others and solving problems. With over 25 million downloads and recognition from places like The New York Times and Forbes, the podcast has become a trusted resource for professionals seeking more than just a checklist. It’s about cultivating a more fulfilling career, finding more meaning in your daily tasks, and yes, creating more wins and financial reward along the way. Tune in to discover how small shifts in approach can lead to significant gains in your performance, your well-being, and your overall enjoyment of the work you do.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
1073: How to Cut Clutter and Distraction from Your Life with Shira Gill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:07
Shira Gill shares minimalist strategies for reducing both physical and mental clutter. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of clutter 2) Why organizing tools won’t help you—and what will 3) The easiest way to make your…
1069: Eight Steps for Excellent Listening with Emily Kasriel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:36
Emily Kasriel reveals how to build powerful connections with anyone through her eight-step listening process. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why every professional needs to master listening 2) A demo of the listening approach 3) Ho…
1067: Better Decisions through Neuroscience with Emily Falk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:55
Emily Falk reveals the hidden science behind how we make decisions—and how we can harness that to make more fulfilling choices. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) How to make doing hard things easier 2) The one belief that’s limiting y…
1066: How to Thrive When Your Resilience Runs Out with Dr. Tasha Eurich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:51
Tasha Eurich shares why pushing through sometimes isn’t enough–and how to bounce back stronger than ever. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The hidden costs of “grit gaslighting” 2) How to know when you’ve hit your “resilience ceiling…
1063: Getting Meetings with Unreachable People with Stu Heinecke [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:14
Stu Heinecke shares fun and unconventional methods to reach VIPs. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) The secret behind Stu’s 100% response rate 2) The master key to grabbing people’s attention 3) What AI can and can’t do for your outre…