STOP Worrying About IRRELEVANT Things!

Tom Dardick, musician, author, and expert in interpersonal communication, discusses the importance of agency and purpose in personal and professional development.
He emphasizes the need to focus on what we can control-our thoughts and actions-and how they can have a positive impact on ourselves and others.
Tom also introduces the Eye of Power model, which helps individuals and organizations thrive by cultivating a culture of trust, respect, and collaboration. He explores the impact of AI on the future of work and highlights the importance of wisdom and creativity in navigating the changing landscape.
In this conversation, Tom Dardick and Randy Wilson discuss the concepts of wisdom, intelligence, and agency. They explore the idea that wisdom is knowledge about that which doesn't change, while intelligence is knowledge about that which changes.
They also delve into the importance of focusing our energy on things we can control and attending to what truly matters.
The conversation touches on the role of AI in our lives and the significance of human connection in a world of technological advancements.
Tom shares insights from his podcast, Eye of Power, which focuses on expanding personal power and becoming a more fully expressed version of oneself.
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Takeaways
- Agency is the ability to make something happen that you want to have happen, and it is closely related to free will.
- Our individuality matters, but it only has meaning in the context of how we are connected to others and how we help them.
- The Eye of Power model focuses on sustained incremental actions and helps individuals and organizations increase their agency and personal power.
- Building a culture of trust and respect is crucial for organizations to thrive, especially in the face of AI and automation.
- Wisdom and creativity will be the currencies that matter in the future, and organizations need to foster these qualities in their teams. Intelligence is knowledge about that which changes, while wisdom is knowledge about that which doesn't change.
- Wisdom involves discipline and control of one's actions, focusing on what can be influenced and not wasting energy on what cannot be controlled.
- Human connection is essential in the face of technological advancements, as it provides meaning and purpose to our lives.
- AI can be a valuable tool in podcast production, assisting with research, episode art, and music generation.
- Personal change is possible through small, incremental steps, and it is important to believe in one's ability to make a difference.
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Learn more about Tom and get connected on social media through the following links ⬇️
Website - www.eyeofpower.com/
Facebook - / tom.dardick
Instagram - / tomdardick
X - / tomdardick
UA-cam - / @tomdardick2024
@tomdardick2024
LinkedIn - / tomdardick
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I'd Love to stay connected…Please check out the following links to follow and connect with me on the platform of your choice ⬇️
UA-cam - @randywilson
/ randywilsononline
/ randywilsononline
RandyWilsonOnline.com
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tom Dardick and his passion for personal and professional development
02:08 The lifelong study of the human condition and the pursuit of purpose
05:41 Unleashing personal power and agency
09:15 Embracing our true power and potential
14:49 Building a culture of trust and respect in organizations
23:22 Navigating the future of work with purpose and adaptability
28:00 The Distinction Between Wisdom and Intelligence
30:30 Focusing Energy on What We Can Control
36:04 The Role of AI in Podcast Production
40:37 The Importance of Human Connection
51:44 Small Steps for Personal Growth