How Emotional Regulation Can Save Your Career with Cory Smith

Changing Work

Scott Shute and Cory Smith discuss the critical topic of resilience in today's rapidly changing world. Cory, co-founder and CEO of Wisdom Labs, shares his journey and what he’s learned from it. He explains building mental, emotional, and social well-being in the workplace. They also talk about the importance of developing mindfulness and emotional regulation skills to handle the stresses of modern work life as well as the significance of social connections and pro-social behavior in enhancing resilience. Tune in to learn strategies for thriving in the chaos and challenges of your work environment.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Handling Negative Feedback: A Fresh Perspective
• 00:00:54 - Meet Cory Smith, co-founder and CEO of Wisdom Labs
• 00:01:12 - Why Resilience Matters More Than Ever
• 00:02:53 - The Attention Economy: A Battle for Focus
• 00:03:59 - Counting the Cost: Stress and the Need for Resilience
• 00:06:04 - Corey's Story: From Burnout to Conscious Leadership
• 00:09:35 - Essential Skills for Building Resilience
• 00:12:07 - Strengthening Bonds: The Power of Social Connections
• 00:13:04 - Tackling Loneliness: Strategies for Better Relationships
• 00:16:56 - Inside Resilience Training: What Works at Work
• 00:21:03 - Growth Through Adversity: Embracing Life's Challenges
• 00:27:28 - Actionable Tips for Boosting Your Resilience
• 00:31:17 - Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Final Insights

Links and Resources:

• Cory on LinkedIn
• Wisdom Labs
• Changing Work
• Scott Shute on LinkedIn
• Nicholas Whitaker on LinkedIn

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