Hi, I’m Jason. I know time is your most precious commodity, so I’ve curated the best content I’ve discovered this week to help you live better and lead better.

Jason Leavy
Founder

1. And on a similar note to Dr Austin’s post, it’s a Prime Performance double-act as Samira Cutts and I explain why the current longevity obsession is missing the point.

2. 60 seconds from Mastery author Robert Greene on the dangers of instant gratification (and what you should do instead).

3. Practical philosopher Alain De Botton reveals 16 lessons from the School of Life in conversation with Modern Wisdom’s Chris Williamson. A mind-blowingly good listen covering everything from imposter syndrome and emotional diplomacy through to status and meaning.

4. James Clear’s point about focus echoes this great insight by former Bridgewater Associates thought leader Dave Kline on how one of the most overlooked qualities of great leadership is “effortless” precision.

5. What’s holding you back from being a great leader? That’s the question posed in this Harvard Business Review podcast. Find out the 7 key mental blocks that stand between you and success. 

6. Of course the reality of leadership is that it’s going to involve giving bad news at some point. Daniel Pink shares the 4 critical elements your team wants in those hard moments.