The pressure of meeting a deadline can spark creativity in some individuals, while others thrive when setting and achieving their own goals. This podcast discusses how the app Slack allows for both methods of productivity, and how it can lead to a sense of accomplishment for users.
Dave and Chuck explore the history of the Statue of Liberty, including its origins as a French gift and the crowdfunding campaign that led to the creation of the famous Emma Lazarus poem inscribed on its base.
Setting a goal is important but it's equally important to set a reward for yourself after achieving that goal as it gives a sense of accomplishment and motivation to keep going.
The speaker discusses the benefits of daily workouts and life coaching, including feeling stronger and more confident in oneself.
Hillsong Church, a megachurch with locations all over the world, relies heavily on student volunteers who are expected to work for free, often saving the church millions of dollars annually. The use of volunteers has come under scrutiny, with some critics questioning the ethics of the practice.
The speaker was moved by Greta Thunberg's speech about climate change and replaced her 15-minute keynote talk at a futures conference with a new one focused on climate change and the path for courage and hope. Despite receiving negative feedback, the speaker believes courage is necessary for continuing these types of conversations.