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The Long and The Short Of It307. The Thing You Cannot SayHow might Pete and Jen (and the listeners) say the things they think they cannot say? That is the topic that Pete and Jen dig in to this week.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How can you apply the idea of saying what you think you cannot say in the corporate and theatrical fields?How does this kind of communication actually create efficiencies?How does this show up in Pete's life? And in Jen's?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website...2024-08-1318 min

The Long and The Short Of It305. Time ManagementThis week, Jen surprises Pete with a topic they have (shockingly) never recorded an episode about: time management.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How does Jen think about time-management?How does Pete think about self-management?What does Jen's Google Calendar look like? And Pete's?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box O’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos, an...2024-07-3018 min

The Long and The Short Of It300. Episode 300To celebrate Episode, 300, Jen and Pete host a live recording of The Long and The Short Of It, and noodle on questions presented to them by the listeners.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:When do Jen and Pete record each episode before the ship date?What is the most impactful thing that Jen and Pete have learned from each other?What's the most surprising theater concept that works in business? And what's the most surprising business concept that works for creatives?At what point does Jen or Pete know they are ready...2024-06-2536 min

The Long and The Short Of ItAn invitation for our listenersPlease join Pete and Jen for a live recording session of the Long and The Short Of It, celebrating our 300th episode. It will be an Ask Us Anything episode, so please also send in your questions!This event will take place on Monday, June 17th at 6pm Eastern Time, which is Tuesday, June 18th at 8am Australian Eastern Time.To register for this event and/or to submit a question that may be featured in the 300th episode: www.thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/300To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long...2024-06-1002 min

The Long and The Short Of ItAn invitation for our listenersPlease join Pete and Jen for a live recording session of The Long and The Short Of It, to celebrate our 300th episode. The recording will take place on Monday, June 10th at 6pm Eastern Time, which is Tuesday, June 11th at 8am Australian Eastern Time.If you would like to register to attend the session and/or ask a question that may be included in the episode, please head over to www.thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/300. To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2024-06-0702 min

The Long and The Short Of It275. 2024In another annual tradition, Jen and Pete share how they are reflecting on the previous year and how they are planning for the coming year (or five years, in Jen's case).Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are some useful questions Pete is using to prepare for 2024?What word is particularly exciting for Jen in her goals for 2024?What are some strategies to utilize in thinking about and voicing your own goals for 2024?To hear all episodes and read full transcripts, visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https...2024-01-0220 min

The Long and The Short Of It260. Post-Seth ReflectionIn this week's reflective episode, Pete and Jen dig in to the conversation they had with Seth Godin last week, discussing both the conversation itself and also the ways in which they each showed up.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What ideas have stuck with Jen and Pete from their conversation last week, and how might they continue to expand on and explore them?What feedback would Jen and Pete give themselves, on listening back?How did Jen and Pete feel in real-time while conversing with Seth, the one and only guest...2023-09-1918 min

The Long and The Short Of It250. Just Trust MeIn the latest segment of things that drive Jen crazy, Jen brings to Pete her distrust of the statement, "Just trust me," and together they think about alternative phrases and strategies that we might use instead.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why does the phrase, "Just trust me," drive Jen and Pete crazy in the first place?How can we do better than just telling someone to trust us and thus ending the conversation?How might we use humility to approach leadership and earning the trust of those we work with?...2023-07-1116 min

The Long and The Short Of It157. Jen Interviews PeteIn the reverse of last week’s episode, Jen interviews Pete and learns unexpected things about him that she never knew.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What was Pete’s childhood and family life like, and how has that shaped who he is today?What is the worst piece of advice that Pete has ever received?What will Pete want to be remembered by?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box...2021-09-2831 min

The Long and The Short Of It156. Pete Interviews JenChanging up the format for this week, Pete interviews Jen and discovers new things about her that he never knew, even after one hundred and fifty five episodes!Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Who are some important people in Jen's life, and what has she learned from them?How did the beginning of her career affect what Jen is doing now?What did Jen learn early on in life that continues to influence her today?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It...2021-09-2139 min

The Long and The Short Of It135. I Got Nothin'This week, Jen and Pete dive in to a phrase that they often utter before sitting down to record a podcast episode: "I got nothin'."Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why might Jen and Pete lean on that saying to begin recording?What does Pete do to get himself started on a project? And Jen?How might establishing a practice help with creating the freedom to think out loud?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/....2021-04-2715 min

The Long and The Short Of It128. Trust Your SelfPete and Jen thrash about trusting your self, and the reasons behind why that trust may be difficult to cultivate.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why might it be difficult or scary to trust your self?Could a hesitation to trust your self actually be a fear of success?How might trusting your self lead to raising the bar?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://th...2021-03-0915 min

The Long and The Short Of It127. ComparisonJen and Pete unpack the differences between comparison and stealing like an artist. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might comparison be useful on the pathway to stealing like an artist?What does it mean to steal like an artist?What might be gained by comparing yourself to another person, with a specific goal for that comparison in mind?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://the...2021-03-0218 min

The Long and The Short Of It126. PricingJen and Pete have a conversation about pricing, and about how when freelancers charge for their work, it is actually generous to the client.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are clients actually paying for (besides the service) from a freelancer or business?How might it be generous for freelancers to assign appropriate costs for their work?How do Jen and Pete feel when they are the client? And why do they feel that way?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It...2021-02-2318 min

The Long and The Short Of It125. Writing PracticeJen and Pete are both writing books, and in this episode they talk about their routines and practices that they're using in order to achieve their literary goals.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why is the framing of writing a book as a practice so important?What different approaches might there be to get started on a writing practice?What is Jen's writing routine? ...and Pete's?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can...2021-02-1621 min

The Long and The Short Of It124. ContextJen and Pete noodle on the question: How do we create art that doesn't need context?Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why is giving context important?In what situations might it be tempting to give too much context?How might given context shape the viewing of a piece of art?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of bo...2021-02-0917 min

The Long and The Short Of It123. The Freelancer CycleBuilding off their interview with Seth Godin, Pete and Jen thrash about the nature and cycles of freelancing.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are the similarities and differences between freelancing and entrepreneurship? How might freelancers cycle through their work?What do you, listeners, want Jen and Pete to unpack about freelancing? (Email your questions to hello@thelongandtheshortpodcast.com)To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://the...2021-02-0220 min

The Long and The Short Of It122. Who You KnowPete thrashes about a book he just finished reading, and he and Jen noodle on the importance of who you know.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why might it be important to always be expanding your network?What are the differences and similarities between a network and a community?How might putting someone on a pedestal interfere with forming a relationship with that person?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our...2021-01-2616 min

The Long and The Short Of It121. Post Seth Mind MeltThis week, Pete and Jen dissect and discuss their favorite moments of last week's interview with Seth Godin.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What content was really sticky for Pete and Jen from last week's episode?How might we listen to and learn from changemakers and leaders we admire?What lessons and learnings might be gained from reconvening after an experience to further discuss what happened?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe...2021-01-1917 min

The Long and The Short Of It120. Seth GodinIn an exciting expansion for The Long and The Short of It, Pete and Jen host their first-ever guest, Seth Godin, and noodle with him on his new book, The Practice.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete and Seth talk about:In what ways do practices show up in Seth's life?What are the differences between freelancers and entrepreneurs?How do integrity and authenticity differ from each other?What practices might one adopt to get their creative work seen?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of...2021-01-1245 min

The Long and The Short Of It119. 2021Jen and Pete discuss their processes for reflecting on the previous year, and looking to the year ahead. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are some different ways of reflecting on 2020?Is looking at 2020 even a worthwhile endeavor? What words and mantras are Pete and Jen going in to 2021 with?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book...2021-01-0521 min

The Long and The Short Of ItBonus Episode - Work With UsIn this special bonus episode, Jen and Pete dive in to the exciting special offerings and workshops that are coming up with each of them in 2021.To view further workshop details:Box O' Goodies/Learning Labs: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.comBig Ideas Lab: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/bigideaslabThe Reveal Lab: https://humanperiscope.com/revealJWS Online: https://courses.jenwaldman.com/classesJWS Small Group Classes: https://jenwaldman.com/small-group-classesTo hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (ht...2020-12-3105 min

The Long and The Short Of It118. Aha MomentsA whole year in the making, Jen and Pete ping-pong their aha moments of the decade that was 2020. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the difference between suggested reality and actual reality?How might innovation and community be linked?What is the importance of introducing calm to one's daily routine?Are all skills transferrable?Bonus question: What is the past tense of "strive"?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our B...2020-12-2918 min

The Long and The Short Of It117. EnvironmentsJen and Pete discuss the importance of environment, both in the real and digital worlds.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why might physical and digital environments be important?How might one shape a physical and digital environment? What are the possible benefits for creating a productive environment for yourself?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and...2020-12-2217 min

The Long and The Short Of It116. 100 Days of SwimmingJen interviews Pete about a recent milestone that he's reached: one hundred days of swimming in the ocean.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What was the hardest part of Pete's one hundred day journey?How does the dip come in to play when on the way to accomplishing a milestone, and how might one get through that dip?Will the swimming continue?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Go...2020-12-1517 min

The Long and The Short Of It114. Self GratitudeAs the end of the year approaches, Pete and Jen noodle on gratitude and how one might approach the relationship between gratitude and self worth.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is a possible definition for "self gratitude"?How might accepting a compliment be an act of gratitude?Can gratitude be activated? If so, how?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a...2020-12-0117 min

The Long and The Short Of It112. TrustJen and Pete noodle on and thrash about a word that they've thrown around a lot in previous episodes: trust. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might trust be built?In what ways does trust improve the efficiency of a team or collaboration?How does Jen begin to build and sustain trust with someone? And PeteTo hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and rec...2020-11-1718 min

The Long and The Short Of It111. CollaborationIn this meta episode, Jen and Pete noodle on their own collaborations, in thinking about the relationship between collaboration and confrontation.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does "collaboration" even mean?Why is it so important to have different perspectives within a team?What are some of the benefits of specific feedback?Jen and Pete seem to agree on most things, most of the time. But what happens when they don't?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2020-11-1018 min

The Long and The Short Of It110. SuperpowersPete and Jen noodle on their own "superpowers", what might be the opposite to that superpower, and how those two ends of the spectrum may work together. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are Jen and Pete's superpowers?How might those superpowers show up in day to day life?Why might it be important to think about the opposite of every superpower?How might one think about and land on one's own superpower?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://t...2020-11-0318 min

The Long and The Short Of It109. Favo(u)rite Things: Quarantine EditionThis week, Jen and Pete unpack their favorite things since quarantine began. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about their favorite:Fiction book.Non-fiction book.Binge.Documentary.Question.Podcast episode.Unnecessary purchase.Video.To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos and other interesting things Jen and Pete are noodling on. To get...2020-10-2724 min

The Long and The Short Of It108. Mrs. MetcalfePete tells Jen a story from grade two, and the two unpack the possibilities of a story told with empathy, with the goal of enrolling someone in change. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might a story be a powerful way to create change?In what ways might one create agency and enrollment through storytelling?How might empathy be used to build a bridge from real to ideal?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You c...2020-10-2016 min

The Long and The Short Of It107. Cross the BridgeJen and Pete noodle on the meaning and pitfalls of the popular phrase: "Just cross that bridge when you get to it." Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does "cross that bridge when you get to it" even mean?Might this phrase be used to in order to hide, or avoid emotional labor?How might one prepare for a bridge (or obstacle) before coming to it? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to...2020-10-1318 min

The Long and The Short Of It106. ShippingThis week, Jen and Pete dive into a topic that they were both surprised has never been the sole focus of an episode: shipping.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does it mean to ship a project?Does the fear of shipping actually indicate a fear of other people's opinions?How might one gauge how many projects to work on/ship at once?What does FOPOOMO (an acronym Pete created while recording this episode) stand for?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of...2020-10-0620 min

The Long and The Short Of It105. Time CapsulesThis week, Jen and Pete noodle on the different forms that time capsules can take, and what their purpose might be.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What even is a time capsule?For what purpose might a time capsule be used?How might a time capsule be an important source of reflection, history, and growth?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a...2020-09-2919 min

The Long and The Short Of It104. Public SpeakingJen and Pete noodle on what they call FOPS: Fear Of Public Speaking.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why might someone fear public speaking?What are some processes and practices to help work through that fear?Why is the first moment of a speech or keynote so important?How might one stop fearing other people's opinions of themselves?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.co...2020-09-2220 min

The Long and The Short Of ItBonus Episode - Big Ideas LabIn this special bonus episode, Jen and Pete walk through their upcoming Big Ideas Lab, answering the usual questions of who it's for, why it exists, and how it works.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the Big Ideas Lab, and who is it for?For previous participants, what was the Big Ideas Lab like?What possible outcomes might result for having participated in the Big Ideas Lab?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/....2020-09-1818 min

The Long and The Short Of It103. New RoutinesA recent aha moment from Jen inspires this week's topic of what routines might look like and what purpose they might serve in the new normal of the COVID world.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What might one do if a routine is no longer working for them?How might switching things up from normal routine be useful?What is the difference between a practice and a routine?What purpose do routines serve in a world where everything seems to be routine?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit...2020-09-1518 min

The Long and The Short Of It102. ChangemakersPete and Jen noodle on their listeners, and the obstacles that may stand in their way in this episode about changemakers.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might one hone a skill set in order to effectively create change?How might imposter syndrome affect making change?Is creating change a skill that can be taught?What might a changemaker need in order to share their changemaking idea with the world?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2020-09-0815 min

The Long and The Short Of It101. Raise the BarFollowing their hundredth episode, Jen and Pete discuss how they might raise the bar moving forward (and what that even means).Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What might it mean to raise the bar?Is there a difference between raising the bar and leveling up?What does raise the bar mean for Jen and Pete right now?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) an...2020-09-0118 min

The Long and The Short Of It100. Episode 100Celebrating their 100th episode, Jen and Pete answer questions presented to them by the listeners of this podcast.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Is social media a field of possibilities, or a wretched hive of villainy?Are the four tendencies based around a fixed mindset?What's the difference between stealing like an artist and actually stealing?Does reaching a major milestone hinder or encourage additional work into the future?If Jen and Pete had one hundred people in a room, what topic would they want to address?What do Jen and Pete...2020-08-2521 min

The Long and The Short Of It99. MilestonesWith next week's 100th episode in mind, Jen and Pete noodle on milestones, and the significance of celebrating them.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What might constitute a milestone, and why?How might one celebrate a milestone?What is the significance of recognizing a milestone and then moving forward?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book an...2020-08-1816 min

The Long and The Short Of It98. UnscriptedKeeping in mind last week's theme of process, Jen and Pete dive in to their own process for this podcast, and noodle on the unscripted nature of their recorded conversations. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the relationship between unscripted conversation and improv?How might one approach more tasks with an open, unscripted mindset?Why and how did Jen and Pete come to choose the constraint of being unscripted for this podcast?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://t...2020-08-1116 min

The Long and The Short Of It97. ProcessThis week, Jen and Pete thrash on a topic that has been mentioned in many previous episodes of this podcast: process.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might having a repeatable process be similar to having discipline?What might it mean to be able to share your process with others?What are some examples of processes that Jen and Pete often utilize?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Go...2020-08-0419 min

The Long and The Short Of It96. New DreamsHow might dreams change over time, and what might it be like to let old dreams go? Jen and Pete noodle on these questions in this week's episode.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the relationship between sunk costs and old dreams?Why might it be difficult to move on from a past goal or dream?How might the the circumstance of a global pandemic cause dreams to change?Once a new dream is embraced, how might that feel?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long...2020-07-2816 min

The Long and The Short Of It95. InspirationJen and Pete talk all things inspiration, and ask the question: is inspiration really necessary to do creative work?Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does the word "inspiration" really mean?Why might inspiration be so tricky to come by?Once inspiration strikes, what are some ways one might utilize that?How might one develop a creative practice that does not depend on inspiration?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our...2020-07-2118 min

The Long and The Short Of It93. PossibilityJen and Pete unpack a topic that they have both recently given workshops on: possibility. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might possibility be like a muscle that needs to be exercised?In what ways might one tactically lean into possibility?What is the opposite of possibility?What is the relationship between possibility and reality?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a w...2020-07-0717 min

The Long and The Short Of It92. PrinciplesPete and Jen thrash about having a list of principles, and what it means to make decisions with more intention.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might having a list of principles help with decision-making?What are the steps of decision-making?How is accepting reality a part of applying principles?How might one create a set of rules for what to say yes to and what to say no to?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2020-06-3015 min

The Long and The Short Of It91. Future SelfJen and Pete noodle on the future self, and how thinking about both the future and past self might be beneficial for the present.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How does the future self relate to the present self?What are some exercises one might do to think about the future and past self?How might thinking about the future self help with the dip?Why might it be important to envision the future in the present moment?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The...2020-06-2317 min

The Long and The Short Of It90. The Gift of FeedbackPete and Jen noodle on the ways one might receive feedback, whether asked for or not. Specifically, in this episode, Jen and Pete talk about:In what scenarios might feedback be asked for and/or required?What kinds of feedback might be the most helpful towards progress?In what ways might feedback be categorized? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and recei...2020-06-1616 min

The Long and The Short Of It89. DecideJen and Pete take on the idea of deciding, and noodle on the processes one might take if they are stuck in the process of making a decision. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Is there an importance to naming a decision?What is the looming change that you are willfully ignoring?How might (or might not) a decision affect an outcome?What might be some processes to approach making a decision? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It we...2020-06-0919 min

The Long and The Short Of It88. ChampionsPete and Jen noodle on the similarities and differences between mentors, coaches, and champions.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How does connection make a difference between a mentor and a champion?Can someone be a mentor, a coach, and a champion for someone else?What might a mentor-mentor, or champion-champion relationship look like?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly em...2020-06-0216 min

The Long and The Short Of It87. LegacyInspired by an interview with Derek Sivers, Pete and Jen thrash about what it means to leave a legacy, and how certain actions might affect what we leave behind.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How is a legacy shaped?In what ways might one bring their personality to everything they do?What are some exercises for better getting to know oneself?How might one intentionally create their legacy?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You...2020-05-2613 min

The Long and The Short Of It85. Pivot with PurposeIn this episode, Jen and Pete noodle on a word that has been thrown around a lot during the pandemic: pivot.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might one apply their skills in new areas during times of immense change?What do we want our values to look like in this new world?How does leadership play a part in pivoting?What might it look like to pivot with purpose?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2020-05-1220 min

The Long and The Short Of It84. Constraints 2.0Still noodling from last week's pre-pandemic episode, Pete and Jen thrash about how their views on constraints might have changed due to the global epidemic.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:In a global pandemic, in what ways might constraints change?How does the story we tell ourselves about constraints affect our mindset?How might creativity be sparked through constraints?How might one address constraints at the beginning of a creative process?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.2020-05-0517 min

The Long and The Short Of It83. ConstraintsIn this pre-pandemic episode, Peter riffs on working remotely as he and Jen noodle on the power of constraints.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:In what ways might constraints be useful?What if constraints are assets?Is there freedom within constraints?How might one use a constraint in order to get something done?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly em...2020-04-2823 min

The Long and The Short Of It82. Lessons LearnedJen and Pete play a game of virtual ping-pong, noodling on what they’ve learned thus far in the quarantine.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What do we actually need?How is the judgement of others, and oneself, particularly evident during this time?What is comparative suffering, and how does it manifest itself?Is most hierarchy bullshit?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and...2020-04-2119 min

The Long and The Short Of It81. Showing UpJen and Pete discuss different ways one might show up, during the time of this pandemic, and beyond.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How is the way one might show up related to their specific skill set?In what ways do consistency and discipline correlate with showing up?What does integrity have to do with showing up?As a leader, how might one help others to show up? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You c...2020-04-1417 min

The Long and The Short Of It80. Thick SkinIn this episode, Pete and Jen discuss the pitfalls of, and how one might interact with the classic saying: "You've just got to get a thicker skin." Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What might someone actually mean when they suggest to someone to get a thicker skin?How might one categorize different pieces of feedback?What are some productive ways of handling and using feedback?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to o...2020-04-0719 min

The Long and The Short Of It79. Your Business & Our New NormalPete and Jen discuss how the path to optimism is through realism, and urge listeners to accept the new normal and adapt their businesses to address new problems. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might one adapt their business to adjust to the new normal?What are the traps in moving an in-person business online?Where is a good place to start, in moving to a new online platform/system?What are some of the different possibilities opened up by this new normal?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts v...2020-03-3118 min

The Long and The Short Of It78. LearningPete and Jen discuss the processes of learning and organizing information, and also introduce a brand new program for The Long and The Short Of It community.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How might one take what they learn and turn it in to action?Why is intentional consumption so important?How might routines and/or constraints help with implementing action after learning?When is the first ever The Long and The Short Of It Learning Lab, and how can you sign up?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts...2020-03-2420 min

The Long and The Short Of It77. Choosing OptimismIn this episode, Pete and Jen discuss the uncertainty in today's world, and how to choose optimism instead of fear.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How does having a specific "why" help in times of existential flexibility?Who else might you be able to serve with your specific skill set?What does leadership look like in times of crises?What is the first step in choosing optimism?How can positive innovation happen in times of immense change?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short...2020-03-1721 min

The Long and The Short Of It76. Social Media RevisitedIn this episode, Pete asks Jen about her recent social media usage, and the two discuss having a specific ethos in the world of social media.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How can social media be used for good?What is the relationship between social media and marketing?How is having a specific ethos useful in terms of using social media?In what way can social media be used with empathy and service in mind?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It...2020-03-1023 min

The Long and The Short Of It75. SkillIn this episode, Jen and Pete discuss three magic words: change requires skill.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How and why does change require skill?What are some ways in which to develop the skills required to make change?Is it possible for a skill to become a habit?How can skills be developed as postures and attitudes?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.co...2020-03-0321 min

The Long and The Short Of It74. Proactive/ReactiveIn this episode, Jen and Pete discuss the difference between being proactive and being reactive, and give real-life examples of both behaviors.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the difference between proactive and reactive?Are there specific times to fluctuate between proactivity and reactivity?How can proactivity and reactivity be measured by behavior and action?What does being proactive and being reactive even mean?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to...2020-02-2519 min

The Long and The Short Of It73. Thank You NotesIn this episode, Pete and Jen dig in to both sides of sending and receiving a thank you note.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Why is specificity important in a thank you note?How can thank you notes help us learn about ourselves?Why might sending a thank you note be disempowering?How can we send a thank you note while both being empowered and sharing gratitude?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can...2020-02-1818 min

The Long and The Short Of It72. VirtuesIn this episode, Jen and Pete explore the contrasts between eulogy virtues versus resume virtues.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the difference between resume and eulogy virtues?Why is the way that we describe ourselves so important?What does it look like to rely on eulogy virtues?How is virtue similar to legacy?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a...2020-02-1119 min

The Long and The Short Of It71. Working for FreeIn this episode, Pete and Jen go back and forth discussing the idea of working for free.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Is it even possible to work for free?Who decides what payment is, when it's not monetary?What does working for free mean in relation to building community?Does progress move at the speed of trust?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.co...2020-02-0420 min

The Long and The Short Of It70. RegretsIn this episode, Jen and Pete have many lightbulb moments while discussing the topic of regret. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How is regret a choice?What is counterfactual thinking?How is the word "should" linked to regret?In what way can we use regret to fuel future-forward thinking?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and...2020-01-2821 min

The Long and The Short Of It69. CommunityIn this episode, Jen and Pete discuss the traits of strong communities, and possible steps to take in order to build them. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the difference between a network and a community?Is there an importance in co-creating a communal safe space?How can communities be built around similar beliefs?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a w...2020-01-2122 min

The Long and The Short Of It68. GroupsJen and Pete discuss the pros and cons of social media, and make an invitation to join their online network.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What are some strategies for being intentional with social media?How can social media help to build a community?What will The Long and The Short Of It Facebook group look like?And how can you join?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goo...2020-01-1419 min

The Long and The Short Of It67. 2020In this episode, Jen and Pete discuss their different approaches to the start of the new year. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How can reflecting on the previous year help move you in to the next?What does it mean to have a word or action as a theme for the new year?What are some strategies for planning for the next twelve months?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our B...2020-01-0722 min

The Long and The Short Of It66. Aha MomentsIn this episode, Jen and Pete recall their favorite aha moments of 2019.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What makes for a great aha moment?Can aha moments be uncomfortable?How can an aha moment change how you show up in your life?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos and other in...2019-12-3122 min

The Long and The Short Of It65. Live Q&A Part 2In Part 2 of the Live Q&A, Jen and Pete tackle topics ranging from the story of money to preparing for a marathon (metaphorically).Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are some tactics to move through a large task?How can we unattach ourselves from an outcome?Why is money a story?What is the difference between being the best and being the preferred choice?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to...2019-12-2426 min

The Long and The Short Of It64. Live Q&A Part 1In this episode, Jen and Pete field questions in front of a live audience, and range from topics of goal setting to dealing with fear. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is the best way to begin the journey towards reaching a goal?Are you inventing work to avoid the important?When is the best time to develop strategies for the Dip?What elements make up a successful reach out?What are some ways to dance with fear?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The S...2019-12-1720 min

The Long and The Short Of It63. LeadershipIn this episode, Jen and Pete draw inspiration from Jen's daughter, and discuss what leadership is, and what it takes in order to lead. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What skills are needed in order to lead?Why are some that lead by example so successful?How is a leader able to influence groups of people?What are the best ways to lead?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to ou...2019-12-1018 min

The Long and The Short Of It62. GratitudeIn this episode, Jen and Pete break down what's at the core of Thanksgiving: gratitude.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does practicing gratitude look like?How does gratitude change when we make it communal?What is the relationship between gratitude and contribution?How can gratitude be multiplied?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and po...2019-12-0320 min

The Long and The Short Of It61. Nudge ForwardPete brings up a new idea of nudging something forward, and he and Jen discuss the important effects of taking small steps towards a goal. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What could be the result of getting 1% better at something every day?How can we use the idea of compound interest to improve our life over time?Does change happen slowly?Why is practicing so important?What are the different forms of nudging?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://t...2019-11-2618 min

The Long and The Short Of It60. Out Of Your HeadJen and Pete noodle on the phrase "Get out of your head", and suggest some more helpful alternatives. Specifically in this episode, Jen and Pete talk about:What do people mean when they say, "Get out of your head"?What are the four stages of learning?How can a person think in a more actionable, how-based way?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly ema...2019-11-1914 min

The Long and The Short Of It59. Coaching and TeachingIn this episode, Jen and Pete dive in to the differences between coaching and teaching, and the different uses for both. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How do coaching and teaching relate to one another?Are coaching and teaching postures always independent of the other?What are the responsibilities of the person being taught or coached?Why is it important to be able to say, "I don't know"?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You c...2019-11-1219 min

The Long and The Short Of It58. TensionIn this episode, Pete and Jen investigate ways of creating generous tension, both for ourselves and for others. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What are some strategies for navigating tension?How can we create tension for ourselves and others?Are there benefits to journeying through tension?How can silence be powerful?Why is tension so important, anyways?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and...2019-11-0517 min

The Long and The Short Of It57. UnstuckIn this episode, Pete and Jen thrash about the state of "being stuck", and you might find their final conclusions surprising. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:Are there specific tools to help shake things up, when feeling stuck?Who might it be helpful to turn to when feeling stuck?What happens in the state of "unstuck"?Is feeling stuck a choice?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’...2019-10-2917 min

The Long and The Short Of It56. BrainstormingIn this episode, Pete and Jen (in the same room) dive in to the processes of successful brainstorming strategies. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How can a group be successfully led through a brainstorming session?What are some questions to ask while brainstorming?What happens when you allow silence into a time of brainstorming?Does discussing the negative actually help to bring about change? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Bo...2019-10-2216 min

The Long and The Short Of It55. Thrash to ActionIn this episode, Pete and Jen investigate the path from thrashing to taking action. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does the path from thrash to action look like?Are there specific steps that can be followed to move from thrashing to action?What is the best way to start a project?Is it necessary to plan, to move from thrash to action?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to ou...2019-10-1520 min

The Long and The Short Of It54. PatienceIn this episode, Pete and Jen dive into the difference between patience and waiting.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:How can waiting remain an active state?What does it mean to practice patience?How is patience hiding?What are some different strategies to practice patience?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email full of book and podcast recommendations, quotes, vi...2019-10-0814 min

The Long and The Short Of It53. Imposter Two-StepPete discusses the topic of his recent TEDx Talk, and he and Jen dive into scenarios and solutions for when the inner imposter feeling comes up. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:When the feeling of being an imposter comes up, what can we say back?What are the different ways Imposter Syndrome shows up?Is Imposter Syndrome actually something we should seek out?To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.You can subscribe to our Box o...2019-10-0119 min

The Long and The Short Of It52. Integrity TestsJen (nicknamed "Queen Integrity" by Pete), delves into recent situations where her integrity has been tested, and Pete and Jen reveal tools for sticking to integrity. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What is integrity?How can certain situations test integrity?What can be done when it is tempting to step out of integrity?What's on the other side of sticking to integrity through a test? To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/.Yo...2019-09-2419 min

The Long and The Short Of It51. SpruikingPete and Jen recount the story of discovering a new word, and discuss how it has helped the way they communicate in their lives.Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about:What does spruiking even mean?How can we double-down on someone else's idea?What are the best tools to use for getting an idea across to someone else?How does communication change when you lead with an idea?--To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/....2019-09-1719 min

The Long and The Short Of It50. Important/UrgentPete and Jen discuss strategies for staying focused on what's important and what's urgent. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What are the best ways of working on what's important and urgent? Is there a way to create more time for things that are important and urgent? How can we eliminate the non-important and non-urgent? Is being in a constant state of "busy" actually hiding? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You...2019-09-1017 min

The Long and The Short Of It49. Capacity vs. TolerancePete and Jen play a game of inspirational ping-pong in this episode focused on capacity vs. tolerance. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What is the difference between capacity and tolerance? Is capacity always higher than tolerance? How can we increase our tolerance for the things that make us better? What happens when "I can't" becomes "I can"? Is it possible to exceed capacity? If so, what does that look like? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast...2019-09-0319 min

The Long and The Short Of It48. The Fear OnionJen rescues the Fear Onion from the cutting-room floor, and Pete makes an assertion about what is at the root of all fear. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What is the Fear Onion? How can self-knowledge be used to let go of fear? What is at the core of the Fear Onion? What are the benefits to talking about fear? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our...2019-08-2719 min

The Long and The Short Of It47. The DipJen and Pete discuss their own experiences in The Dip, and identify strategies for getting through it. Specifically, in this episode, Jen and Pete talk about: What is The Dip? How do we make the choice about when to quit? What are the best tools to use to get through The Dip? What is the difference between the dip and fatigue? What's on the other side of The Dip? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- ...2019-08-2020 min

The Long and The Short Of It46. RisksJen coins a new term regarding taking risks, and Pete encourages Jen to use the new phrase in her own life. Specifically, in this episode, Jen and Pete talk about: What risks are worth taking? How can we measure the cost of risks? What happens when we take multiple risks at once? What is the source of fear when it comes to taking risks? How can we grow outside of our comfort zone? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast...2019-08-1321 min

The Long and The Short Of It45. StoriesPete and Jen unpack the ways in which the everyday stories we tell shape the broader Story/narrative we create. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: Noggin rattling The everyday stories we can tell ourselves and others The Trader Joe's effect Telling stories in a resume and/or job interview Having a backpack full of stories -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our Box o’ Goodies here (https://th...2019-08-0620 min

The Long and The Short Of It44. RunningJen's back running and shares her latest learnings with Pete, and how they apply to life. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: Responding to negative self-talk Shifting goals and celebrating success Knowing when to seek external help and support -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our Box o' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email including book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos and other interesting...2019-07-3019 min

The Long and The Short Of It43. PlanningPete and Jen share their differences in the way they think about planning. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: Their disagreement on approaching planning How our tendencies impact our approaches to planning Effective collaboration Empathy explosions -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our Box o' Goodies here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly email including book and podcast recommendations, quotes, videos and other interesting things Jen and...2019-07-2322 min

The Long and The Short Of It41. The ArenaJen asks Pete to step into The Arena for some thrashing. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What is The Arena? Who are the people in The Arena? How can we best use this metaphor to move our work forward? How might we empathise with the various roles in and around The Arena? -- Hear all Episodes and read full transcripts at The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- Subscribe to our newsletter here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly box of...2019-07-0918 min

The Long and The Short Of It40. HidingPete confesses to Jen he's been hiding. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: Pete's latest hiding spot The Long and The Short Of It Instagram experiment How to think about and review experiments and hiding spots The hard part of social media Our new newsletter/box of goodies -- Hear all Episodes and read full transcripts at The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- Subscribe to our newsletter here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly box of goodies in your inbox including...2019-07-0224 min

The Long and The Short Of It39. PerfectionismPete asks Jen if she identifies as a perfectionist and her answer might surprise you. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What does it mean to be a perfectionist? How might we think about perfectionism? What's the difference between high quality work and perfect work? Is perfectionism hiding? Are we all perfectionists on some level? -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our newsletter here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and...2019-06-2520 min

The Long and The Short Of It38. PrioritiesJen and Pete explore the idea of priorities (in no particular order). Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: The Pareto Principle (80/20 principle) Intelligent Change and the Productivity Planner How to think about priorities Why it's important to prioritise The distinction between prioritising and eliminating Stephen Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Derek Sivers' "Hell yeah or no" philosophy -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our newsletter here (https...2019-06-1819 min

The Long and The Short Of It37. 5x ThinkingJen reads out a message Pete sent her sparking a conversation on thinking 5x and 10x. Specifically, in this episode Jen and Pete talk about: What it means to think 5x or 10x Why it's important to think 5x or 10x How can we apply 5x or 10x thinking to our work -- To hear all Episodes and read full transcripts visit The Long and The Short Of It website: https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/. -- You can subscribe to our newsletter here (https://thelongandtheshortpodcast.com/) and receive a weekly box of goodies...2019-06-1117 min