Three tips for a happier work life. Hoarding-type scrolling. Attention is the last scarce resource.

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One “must” for this week: Three tips for a happier work life

Early in my career I used to think I was “productive” because my calendar was packed with meetings.

Instead I was just busy being busy.

Over time, I started saying no.

Not being rude, but strategically.

"Can we handle this over a quick chat instead?"

"Do you need me, or just an update from me?"

"Is it enough with one person from our team?"

The result? I got more done in three focused hours than I used to in entire meeting-heavy days.

I'm not anti-collaboration.

But I am pro-intentional - with both virtual AND in-person meetings.

And on the other side of the spectrum, sometimes I invest extra time in commuting when there’s a meeting I want to attend in person, rather than online.

How do you decide which meetings are worth?

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Personal development

• Hoarding-type scrolling

• Career myths: lies we are sold

• How to articulate your thoughts more clearly than 99% of people

• How to be more effective

• Learn like an athlete

• Stop playing on hard mode

• The Ben Franklin effect: a networking superpower

• Why shame won’t help you change your habits

Innovation

• Attention is the last scarce resource

• Crash course: the tools of tomorrow, for you and your company

• Google would like you to study with Gemini instead of cheat with it

• GPT-5 is here! The bottleneck is you

• How to validate any startup idea in 90 days

• Missing the point, big time

• The growth cheat code 90% of founders miss

• Women’s health 2.0: beyond fertility

Leadership and management

• Three tips for a happier work life

• How to overcome resistance to change

• Psychological safety Isn't enough

• Rewriting the rules: navigating return to office (RTO) with intention

• Six ways to practice everyday courage

• The best leaders edit what they say before they say it

• The narcissistic leader

• When “Yes, and…” backfires

One book

“Turn the Ship Around!” by David Marquet.

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See you next Saturday,

Roberto

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I’m hosting a virtual communication workshop!

Spending hours in virtual meetings can be exhausting 😩

You know the feeling: wondering if people are paying attention, struggling to sound confident through the screen, or just wishing you could connect better in those tiny Zoom boxes.

I’ve been there too.

Since 2020, I’ve spent over 5,000 hours in virtual meetings. Along the way, I’ve learned that being effective online is about so much more than just having a great microphone or camera (and you know how I LOVE a good tech setup 🤖).

That’s why I’ve spent countless hours researching, practicing, and learning how to communicate in virtual settings: how to engage, connect, and leave a lasting impression.

My guiding question has always been, “how do I want the people in this meeting to remember me?”

Now, I want to share what I’ve learned with you, and in the process, continue learning myself.

I’m hosting a workshop to help you become a better communicator in virtual settings.

Whether you’re leading meetings, pitching ideas, or just trying to avoid “Zoom fatigue,” this 90-minute session is designed to give you practical tools you can use right away.

🎯 What’s in it for you?

• Learn how to make a stronger, more memorable impression from the moment you join a call.

• Discover how to use your voice, gestures, and presence to keep people engaged.

• Avoid common pitfalls that can derail even the best-prepared sessions.

• And yes, we’ll talk about the all-important technical setup, too!

It’s going to be interactive, fun, and useful, and I’d love for you to join! 🤩

What people said last time

In each session, the spots are limited for better interaction, so don’t wait!

🗓️ September 2nd 16:00 to 17:30 CET