LISTEN UP – PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH PODCASTS
Even some of the most successful and experienced people find it important to continually learn and improve. Personal growth is key to leading a full life and enjoying a successful career.
Between work and family commitments there never seems to be enough time to cultivate your personal development. Continued professional training is an important tool in developing high standards of professional practice and progressing your experience.
It is an important investment in your career, but it takes time to attend courses, read books, participate in online learning, and while these are important, there is an alternative, the podcast.
It allows you to learn on the go; listen during morning and evening commutes; while exercising; hanging out the washing; blocking out the kids: it gives you the opportunity to maintain a continuous practice of self-development.
There are thousands of podcasts available on iTunes and across the web, so here are just a few to get you started, ranging from environmental news, law analysis, creative thinkers to day to day career learnings.
TED Talks
TED is a platform for ideas worth spreading. TED Talks brings you fascinating speeches on topics that will expand your mind, from what a creative brain looks like to where creativity comes from and why we’re always glued to our screens. Being successful is also about being well rounded and having the ability to spark and hold a conversation on a variety of topics. Available on iTunes and https://www.ted.com/talks
Harvard Business Review
The weekly podcast hosted by HBR editor Sarah Green Carmichael and other members of the publication’s staff, features lively interviews with industry professionals, scientists and journalists—some famous, others more behind the scenes—covering one general topic or issue per episode. It’s categorised as a management and marketing podcast, but it covers much more. Available on iTunes and https://hbr.org
Career Tools
A weekly podcast that focuses on identifiable actions you can take to foster and enhance your career, whether you are a manager or not. Available on iTunes and https://www.manager-tools.com/podcasts
The Social Media Rules Of Engagement
Nicole Matejic explores the social media information revolution from a law enforcement, military, and civilian crisis communications perspective. Who is really in control of the narrative? And how has this changed the way people communicate? Hear from some of the world's leading communications professionals as they share their insights on using social media to build their brand, positively influence their audience and engage with intent during times of crisis. Nicole Matejic is an internationally recognised military information operations adviser and social media crisis communicator. Available on iTunes.
A Sustainable Mind
A Sustainable Mind is a podcast created for ‘green’ enthusiasts. Viable, actionable ideas to get you motivated to be the change you want to see in the world. Marjorie Alexander brings you environmental changemakers whose campaigns, companies and projects have changed the planet for the better. Available on iTunes and http://asustainablemind.com
Living on Earth
Living on Earth is a weekly news and information program about the world's changing environment, ecology, and people’s health. If there's something new about environmental politics or environmental quality and human health, you can count on Host Steve Curwood to keep you up to date with fair and accurate coverage. Available on iTunes and http://www.npr.org/podcasts
The Law Report
The Law Report on ABC RN focuses on the law-makers and the law-breakers, examining those who frame the laws and those who have to comply with them. Breaking legal stories across Australia and overseas, analysing law reform, legal education, test cases, miscarriages of justice and examining legal culture, the Law Report makes the law accessible to the inquiring listener, keeps lawyers informed of the broader trends, and also serves as an ideal educational tool. Available on iTunes and http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/lawreport/
The Psychology Podcast
Dr Scott Barry Kaufman’s show is one of the best podcasts for understanding how the human mind works. Episodes cover topics such as IQ, accelerated learning, social intelligence, changing your habits, introversion versus extroversion and more. Past guests have included efficiency guru Tim Ferriss and bestselling author and video game designer Jane McGonigal. Available on iTunes and http://thepsychologypodcast.com/
