The Focus to Evolve Podcast
Do you want to accomplish more in less time with less agitation? The Focus to Evolve team and podcast is on a mission to revolutionize the way individuals, teams, and organizations approach effectiveness, workload management and wellbeing. We are absolutely obsessed with finding and teaching cutting edge brain-based strategies, modalities and meta-skills that change lives. Covering topics ranging from email management, brain and body-based bio hacks, workload organization skills, and technology leveraging, we are transforming the way people work, live and thrive by empowering them to re-belong to self, deepen their craft, pursue passions, build stronger relationships, and recover/recharge batteries for highest self-enablement and service in the world.Focus to Evolve's immediately impactful and practical insights enable you to unlock exceptional levels of meaningful output, create space for your creative genius to shine and achieve a state of balanced thriving and spacious productivity.
Episodes
30 episodes
Bookend Episode – Ushering in a New Way
In this final Focus to Evolve podcast episode, host Jason Henkel summarizes what he and the Focus to Evolve team stands for. Highlighting the importance of getting to stillness so you can feel and know your own clarity. From this place of clarity,...
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15:32
Uptime – and primary reflections on optimized output and wellbeing
In this episode, host Jason Henkel and training partner Tana Mann Easton dive into an enlightening conversation inspired by Uptime by Laura Mae Martin, exploring its core lessons for maximizing productivity in a sustainable, meaningful way. Togeth...
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36:57
A Wondrous Interview with AI
In this episode, we embark on a curious and insightful deep dive, turning the tables to ask questions that are normally reserved for humans—but this time, they’re directed at AI itself. Through thoughtful reflection, I explore how neural networks ...
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28:28
Neuroscience Behind the Law of Attraction and Manifestation
Unlock the secrets of the mind with our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the neuroscience behind the Law of Attraction and how you can activate the power of manifestation in both your work and personal life. Discover how your brain'...
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23:16
Upgrading Change Management
In this episode of the Focus to Evolve podcast, host Jason Henkel is interviewed by Jessica Windham, founder of Solving Work, on a LinkedIn Live instance to explore brain-based and human behavioral insights for enabling deep and deliberate change ...
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33:17
I'm a white man. You're a black woman. Let's talk about that.
In this Focus to Evolve podcast episode, Jason Henkel and Yas Barkley engage in a mature and insightful conversation about the importance of courageously addressing the sometimes awkward differences and understandings between races. They emphasize...
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40:09
Practical Wisdom: From Village in Kenya to Globally Recognized Leadership Consultant
In this episode, we're honored to interview Alyne Cistone who shares the transformative power of simplicity, grit, and purpose. Through her journey from bare foot childhood in a village in Kenya to globally renowned management and leadership consu...
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41:06
Craft of Meaningful Accomplishment - From Benchwarmer to Rowing Across the Atlantic Ocean
In this gripping podcast episode, we dive deep with Ultra Athlete Katie Spotz, the youngest person to solo row across the Atlantic Ocean at just 22. Katie shares her practical and profound insights on the necessity of a compelling 'why' to overcom...
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44:57
Immediately Impactful Lessons from SEAL Commander Mark McGinnis
In this episode, US Navy SEAL Commander Mark McGinnis shares the playbook on achieving peak efficiency and accomplishment. He discusses the art of 'getting things done' without succumbing to distractions. McGinnis emphasizes the critical role of c...
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1:06:39
The power and advantage of optimism, hope and, identifying as a learner.
In this episode, we have the honor of interviewing Ibrahim Dabo who’s journey has taken him from refuge turned journalist, public speaker and educator. We dive deep into the transformative power of optimism and hope, emphasizing the vital role the...
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44:19
Practical Wisdom, Deep Learning, And Finding Your Growth Tribe
This enlightening episode titled "Practical Wisdom, Deep Learning, And Finding Your Growth Tribe," is a conversational journey between your host Jason Henkel and special wisdom guest Patrick Walker who speak through the art of acquiring and applyi...
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47:42
Following the Call for a Vibrant Life With Ben Swatez
In this inspiring we delve into an engaging conversation with special guest Ben Swatez, celebrated globally as a creative genius, artist, and instinct navigator. The discussion centers on the vital importance of individuals heeding their personal ...
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1:00:37
Power of Authenticity with Singer Song Writer Luc Reynaud
In this captivating episode of our podcast, we delve deep with singer-songwriter Luc Reynaud, uncovering the essence of his remarkable talent for maintaining a centered and heart-driven existence. Luc's radical authenticity shines through as he sh...
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45:14
Demystifying AI - A practical guide to understanding & using this amazing technology
In this powerful episode, we unravel the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI), offering a clear, approachable guide for understanding what AI is and why it's a pivotal force in our modern world. The episode breaks down AI's fundamental pri...
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35:22
Embrace Your Full Spectrum: Unleash Maximum Productivity
We dive into the vibrant world of untapped potential with our latest podcast episode, "Embrace Your Full Spectrum: Unleash Maximum Productivity". Are you merely reacting to life with pre-programmed settings? It's time to break free! We explore how...
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26:53
Altered States for Ultra Accomplishment
In this podcast episode, we delve into the transformative power of altered state management. We explore how to consciously enter different body and mind states that can supercharge your attitude, mood, productivity, and creativity. We discuss the ...
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32:57
Winning the Battle Against Distractions
In this episode, we dive into the art of distraction management — a crucial skill in our hyper-connected and always on world. We'll explore the essence of distractions and cover strategies to tame digital interruptions, maintain focus, and boost p...
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23:55
Play to Win: Unleashing Productivity and Creativity through Play
In this playful podcast episode, we delve into the transformative power of integrating play into our work and daily lives. We explore how play, often overlooked in our productivity-driven society, is a vital component for enhancing focus, boosting...
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22:58
Meeting Hygiene and Effective Meetings Guide
Join us for this thought-provoking podcast that exposes the damaging and ineffective meeting practices plaguing today's companies. We delve into how these practices drain time, money, and employee energy. More importantly, we illuminate the path t...
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25:26
Foundations of Effectiveness
In the episode of the Focus to Evolve podcast, we delve deep into the foundations that set the stage for exceptional effectiveness. Are you shackled by the constant ding and ping of emails and all the incoming? We discuss the liberation of untethe...
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29:01
Recharging from Work Exhaustion: Strategies for Easing the Constant Grit
n this enlightening episode, we dive into the pervasive issue of work-related exhaustion, a feeling that plagues professionals across industries. We unpacks the psychological and physiological roots of this relentless 'grittiness' that modern work...
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26:05
Unique Skills and Modalities to Work Less But Accomplish More
Boost productivity like never before with this engaging podcast episode! Learn about transformative skills to skyrocket your output without increasing hours worked. Discover how deliberate flow state entry, radical distraction elimination, and eng...
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22:42
Courage To Be Healthy And Productive
Welcome to a transformational episode where we delve deep into the art of balancing health and productivity. Our culture is 'always on' and it's exhausting us. In this episode we emphasize setting personal and professional boundaries to thrive in ...
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25:29
Work Life Balance
In this informative podcast episode, we delve into the significance of work-life balance and the crucial role of deliberate planning and control of your agenda, task load and emails. Through expert discussions with two members of the Focus to Evol...
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26:03
Architectural Calendaring to Reduce Overwhelm, Burnout and Workload Spillover
In this captivating episode, we delve into the transformative power of what the team at Focus to Evolve refers to as 'Architectural Calendaring,' and its profound impact on reducing overwhelm, preventing burnout, and avoiding workload spillover. J...
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