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  • #093 - Mastery Mindset Over Perfectionism | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 16

    #093 - Mastery Mindset Over Perfectionism | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 16
    2026/06/16
    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores one of the most important mindset shifts for personal growth, leadership, and long-term success: the difference between mastery and perfectionism. Many high achievers unknowingly operate from perfectionism, mistaking fear and self-protection for excellence. Tim shares personal lessons, research-backed insights, and practical strategies for developing a mastery mindset that encourages learning, resilience, creativity, and continuous improvement. If you've ever struggled with procrastination, self-criticism, fear of failure, or unrealistic expectations, this episode offers a healthier and more effective path forward. Mastery vs perfectionism Fixed mindset vs growth mindset Why perfectionism fuels procrastination The role of self-compassion in performance Leadership and psychological safety Deliberate practice and high performance Building resilience through learning Creating a culture of growth Key Question: Where in your life are you calling something high standards when it's actually fear-based perfectionism?
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    12 分
  • #092 – Retention, Leadership, and Building High-Performance Workplace Cultures (with Michael Gomez)

    #092 – Retention, Leadership, and Building High-Performance Workplace Cultures (with Michael Gomez)
    2026/05/26
    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with HR executive and leadership expert Michael to explore what truly drives employee retention, workplace culture, and long-term organizational performance. Michael shares practical insights from leading large multi-unit organizations and explains why retention is far more than an HR metric it’s a direct reflection of leadership quality, operational systems, development culture, and employee experience. The conversation covers performance planning, servant leadership, employee development, AI-driven hiring systems, customer experience, workplace culture, and the systems high-performing organizations use to reduce turnover and build stronger teams. Employee retention strategies Leadership and workplace culture QSR and frontline workforce management AI in hiring and HR systems Performance management systems Employee development and coaching Servant leadership Organizational culture design Employee engagement
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    1 時間
  • #091 - The Gift of Adversity | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 15

    #091 - The Gift of Adversity | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 15
    2026/05/12
    We all say we want growth, resilience, and strength. But what if those things only come through adversity? In Episode 15 of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores why hardship is not just something to survive but something that can be leveraged for growth. Drawing from personal experience and psychological insights, this episode breaks down how adversity reveals weaknesses, builds resilience, and shapes long-term success. You’ll learn: • Why growth rarely happens in comfort • How adversity exposes what’s already there • Why avoiding discomfort weakens resilience • How to train for adversity before life forces it on you If you’re looking to build mental strength, resilience, and clarity, this episode will challenge how you think about adversity.
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    11 分
  • #090 - Human Performance as a Competitive Advantage (with Jennifer Posa)

    #090 - Human Performance as a Competitive Advantage (with Jennifer Posa)
    2026/05/12
    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys sits down with Jennifer, a global human performance expert and the former Chief Wellbeing Officer at the Central Intelligence Agency. With leadership experience across organizations such as the Mayo Clinic and Johnson & Johnson, Jennifer shares how elite institutions build environments that enable individuals and teams to perform at the highest levels. This conversation explores why wellbeing is no longer a workplace perk—but a strategic advantage for organizations navigating disruption, AI transformation, and uncertainty. 💡 Topics Covered Why human performance is becoming a competitive advantage The connection between wellbeing and productivity Lessons from high-performance organizations like the CIA How leaders can build resilient teams Preparing workforces for uncertainty and AI-driven change #WorkingWellPodcast#TimBorys#HumanPerformance#LeadershipDevelopment#FutureOfWork#WorkplaceWellbeing#PeakPerformance
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    1 時間 7 分
  • #089 – Using Fear and Doubt as Tools for Action | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 14

    #089 – Using Fear and Doubt as Tools for Action | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 14
    2026/04/20
    Fear is often seen as something we should eliminate. But what if fear is actually a signal guiding us toward growth? In Lesson 14 of the 52 Life Lessons Series, Tim Borys shares how fear and doubt shaped many of his personal and professional decisions and how learning to calibrate fear became a turning point in his life. This episode explores the neuroscience of fear, why our brains overestimate threats, and how avoidance can quietly limit our potential. Drawing on psychological research and personal experiences, Tim explains how action even small steps can transform fear into confidence and momentum. You’ll learn why high performers still feel fear, how they evaluate it, and why taking action is often the fastest path to overcoming it. If you’ve ever felt stuck between playing it safe and pursuing your potential, this lesson will help you rethink the role fear plays in your life.
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    13 分
  • #088 - AI and the Human Touch: Scaling, Coaching and Learning with AI (with Alex Frenkel)

    #088 - AI and the Human Touch: Scaling, Coaching and Learning with AI (with Alex Frenkel)
    2026/03/29
    AI is transforming every industry but can it replace therapists, coaches, or leaders? In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys speaks with Alex about the growing role of artificial intelligence in coaching, therapy, and workplace learning. Alex shares how his background in clinical psychology led him into the tech world, where he now focuses on building AI tools that empower professionals instead of replacing them. Together they explore the opportunities and risks of AI, including how it can scale learning, provide real-time feedback, and extend support beyond traditional one-on-one interactions. In this episode you’ll learn: • Why AI won’t replace human coaches or therapists • How AI can amplify human expertise • The risks of relying on large language models alone • How real-time learning may change workplace development
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    50 分
  • #087 - Seek Silence | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 13

    #087 - Seek Silence | 52 Life Lessons – Lesson 13
    2026/03/17
    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Tim Borys explores one of the most underrated leadership skills: silence. In a world filled with constant notifications, meetings, and information overload, many leaders rarely create space for reflection. But research shows that quiet moments can dramatically improve creativity, decision-making, and emotional regulation. This episode explores the science behind silence, why many people feel uncomfortable sitting with their thoughts, and how intentional quiet can become a powerful performance tool for leaders. You’ll learn: • Why silence activates deeper thinking in the brain • How constant stimulation reduces clarity and focus • Why leaders need quiet time to make better decisions • How just two minutes of silence can improve performance If you're looking to improve clarity, reduce stress, and think more strategically, this episode offers a powerful reminder: sometimes the best productivity tool is silence.
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    12 分
  • #086 – Shaping the Future of Work: Human Capacity, Leadership Evolution & AI (with Carlee Wolfe)

    #086 – Shaping the Future of Work: Human Capacity, Leadership Evolution & AI (with Carlee Wolfe)
    2026/03/03
    In this episode of the Working Well Podcast, Carlee Wolfe shares actionable insights on building sustainable, high-performance cultures rooted in clarity, accountability, and psychological safety. We explore: Why people-first leadership drives results The myth of performance vs. wellbeing How to intentionally design workplace culture Scaling teams without losing alignment Preventing burnout through structured leadership If you're a founder, HR leader, executive, or manager navigating growth, this episode offers practical frameworks you can apply immediately. #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #HRStrategy #PsychologicalSafety #OrganizationalDevelopment #WorkingWellPodcast
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    55 分