Episode 126: Swipe with Dr. Tracy Maylett and Tim Vandehey
March 22, 2023
Have you ever found yourself struggling to finish what you started? Is it possible to find enjoyment in the process of working towards our goals rather than just the end result?
Today we explore the science behind our tendency to quit and insights into how we can grow by finishing what we start. I’m speaking with the authors of the new book, Swipe: The Science Behind Why We Don’t Finish What We Start.
Tim Vandehey is a New York Times bestselling ghostwriter who has written over 65 books for such publishers as HarperCollins and Simon & Schuster. He is also a writer, career coach and an accomplished jazz vocalist.
Meanwhile, Dr. Tracy Maylett is a CEO, organizational psychologist, and internationally recognized bestselling author who advises leaders worldwide on employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Join us for this interesting, insightful and thought-provoking conversation that is guaranteed to elicit some nods.
In this episode, we discussed:
- Why technology makes it so easy for us to “switch realities” instantly
- How do we focus on becoming a master of the right things
- Why we need to be more forgiving about things that we leave in our past
- The importance of recognizing when a swipe is coming on
- What being a novice means—and how it relates to your growth
