Do you know someone who has an uncanny ability to stay calm and win over others, even when they are being attacked? Have you ever wondered why even though you knew you shouldn’t say something because it would hurt your cause, you blurted it out anyway? Do your know someone who is unbelievably ignorant of the impact their moods have on others?

In today's episode of "Why It Works," author and columnist Justin Bariso reveals some of the hidden mechanisms behind why EQ works. We explore the power of pausing before we speak, what we can learn from former FBI lead hostage negotiator Chris Voss about empathy, and how we can salvage and even benefit from situations of emotional hijack.

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MEET OUR GUEST

Justin Bariso

Justin Bariso is an author and columnist who writes weekly on the topic of emotional intelligence. Over a million people a month read his Inc.com column, and his work has been featured by TIME, NBC, and Forbes, among others. His new book, EQ Applied, has quickly become one of the best-selling books on emotional intelligence. It uses fascinating research, modern examples, and personal stories to illustrate what this quality looks like in the real world--and teaches you how to make emotions work for you, instead of against you.

Website/Blog: www.eqapplied.com

Follow him on LinkedIn: justinbariso

Twitter: @justinjbariso

Bonus material: Link to Inc. for Justin’s detailed breakdown of the Serena Williams controversy at the 2018 U.S. Open Final

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EQ APPLIED

A great book to go with this episode is EQ Applied: The Real-World Guide to Emotional Intelligence, by today’s guest, author and columnist Justin Bariso. Filled with fascinating research, modern examples, and personal stories to illustrate how emotional intelligence really works. Learn now to make your emotions work for you, instead of against you.

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CLIPS

Apologies, the Steve Jobs clip is broken. Will fix it if I can or find it out on YouTube if it is still available.

MUSIC

Opening features the song "Morning" by Cambo Smith, available under a Creative Commons
Attribution-NonCommercial License.

Online course promo features the song “Corporate Business" by scottholmesmusic.com.

Recommendation segment features the song "Delta" by Moonove, under Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 International License

Closing features the song "Siesta" by Jahzzar under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License.

Have you ever been so angry you literally saw red? Was there ever a time you were so furious, but you couldn’t tell why? Would your life be improved if you could harness your rage for good, instead of rampant destruction?

In today's episode of "Why It Works," Dr. David Lieberman, award-winning author and ­internationally recognized leader in the fields of ­human be­hav­ior and interpersonal relationships reveals some of the hidden mechanisms behind why Anger works. We explore how aggressive venting of your anger is bad for your health, the underlying mechanism behind road rage, and the illusion of control that accompanies anger.

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David J. Lieberman

David J. Lieberman, Ph.D., is an award-winning author and ­internationally recognized leader in the fields of ­human be­hav­ior and interpersonal relationships. His twelve books, which have been translated into twenty-­six languages and include two New York Times bestsellers, have sold more than three million copies worldwide. Dr. Lieberman’s works have been featured in hundreds of major publications, and he frequently appears as a guest expert on national media outlets, including multiple appearances on such shows as The Today Show, The View, and Fox & Friends. Dr. Lieberman is known for his penetrating insights into ­human be­hav­ior, and his ability to offer practical psychological tools to help ­people lead happier, healthier, and more productive lives. He has trained personnel in ­every branch of the United States military, the FBI, and the NSA, and his instructional video is mandatory viewing for psychological operations (PSYOPS) gradu­ates. He also teaches the psychological protocol of self-­mastery to government negotiators, mental-­health professionals, and Fortune 100 executives around the world; organ­izations and corporations in more than thirty-­five countries use his techniques.

Website: DrDavid­Lieberman.­com

Course on lie-detection: Neverbeliedtoagain.com

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For you, the listeners of WHY IT WORKS, Audible is offering a FREE audiobook with a free 30-day trial to give you the opportunity to check out their service.

A great book to go with this episode is Never Get Angry Again, by today’s guest Dr. David J. Lieberman. Whether it is obvious or not to others, we all get angry. This book helped me understand why I couldn’t understand why I was angry, the underlying mechanisms of anger and so much more. Without a doubt, Never Get Angry Again was one of the most impactful books I’ve ever read.

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Clips

MUSIC

Opening features the song "Morning" by Cambo Smith, available under a Creative Commons
Attribution-NonCommercial License.

Online course promo features the song “Corporate Business" by scottholmesmusic.com.

Recommendation segment features the song "Delta" by Moonove, under Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 International License

Closing features the song "Siesta" by Jahzzar under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License.

Do you have a friend or coworker who sees things so differently than you? Do your ever wish you could update someone else’s operating system - or your own? Have you ever wondered whether you’d enjoy working a lot more if you had pursued a different occupation?

In today's episode of "Why It Works," Edythe Richards, founder of the consulting firm A Top Career, reveals some of the hidden mechanisms behind why Myers-Briggs Type Indicator works. We explore how different people may see and react to the same thing quite differently, how preparing for conversations can yield a much better result, and what type of person can be surprisingly vengeful.

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MEET OUR GUEST

“I truly cherish every compliment and word of wisdom I receive. I’m honored if I’ve changed someone’s life for the better. And if I make them laugh, that’s pretty good too.”

Edythe Richards, founder of the consulting firm A Top Career, is a Career Counselor, Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), Certified Emotional Intelligence Facilitator, and nationally recognized expert on the Myers-Briggs® Type Indicator (MBTI). For nearly 20 years, Edythe has helped hundreds of job seekers locate and sustain meaningful employment. You can listen to Edythe on radio programs with Fairfax County, Virginia, Green Suits Radio, and The Tightrope, as well as the podcasts The Journey Forward, Myers-Briggs Question Corner, and Myers-Briggs for Mid-Life Career Changers.  Edythe is a frequent face at events in the greater Washington, DC Metro – particularly in Arlington County, Virginia, where she regularly presents workshops and seminars on Resume Writing, Career Transition, and Emotional Intelligence. She is known for being an authentic, humorous speaker, as well as an individual of tremendous goodwill and integrity. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in English, a Master’s Degree in Counseling, as well as several industry certifications.  

Edythe’s passion is working with Career Changers – helping individuals identify their ideal careers and empowering them on their paths forward. Under-employed and unsatisfied employees of all levels and background seek out Edythe’s coaching and job search expertise to get their professional lives on track.

In her free time, Edythe enjoys globetrotting (she’s been to over 45 countries and has lived on 4 continents), biking and hiking with Rick, her partner of 6+ years. But most of all, Edythe enjoys laughter – and laughing!

Website: A Top Career

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Mizzen+Main performance fabric dress shirts are a game changer - next generation dress shirts that breathe, stretch, and wick away moisture. They require no ironing, no dry cleaning, and are machine washable.

For a limited time, on orders of over $125 listeners of Why It Works will receive $50 off!

To receive your discount, click on this Mizzen+Main link.

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Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

For you, the listeners of WHY IT WORKS, Audible is offering a FREE audiobook with a free 30-day trial to give you the opportunity to check out their service.

A great book to go with this episode is Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, by Susan Cain.

To download your free audiobook today click, http://www.audibletrial.com/WhyItWorks

If you prefer paper, Kindle or are already an Audible member, no problem - buy the book here.

CLIPS

MUSIC

Opening features the song "Morning" by Cambo Smith, available under a Creative Commons
Attribution-NonCommercial License.

Recommendation segment features the song "Delta" by Moonove, under Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 International License

Closing features the song "Siesta" by Jahzzar under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License.