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Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Dan Heath on How to Reset Your Brain for Success | EP 562

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7779 Ratings

🗓️ 21 January 2025

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of the Passion Struck Podcast, John R. Miles sits down with Dan Heath, the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Made to Stick, Switch, The Power of Moments, and his latest transformative book, Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working. With over 4 million books sold worldwide, Dan shares his revolutionary framework for identifying what’s broken, leveraging small but impactful changes, and building momentum for meaningful progress.John and Dan explore how to reset systems, habits, and mindsets that no longer serve us. They delve into why small changes can yield big results, how to reallocate resources for maximum impact, and how progress fuels our sense of mattering and purpose. Whether you’re looking to fix inefficiencies at work, improve personal habits, or navigate challenging relationships, this episode is packed with actionable tools to help you move forward.Link to the full show notes:   https://passionstruck.com/dan-heath-on-how-to-reset-your-brain-for-success/Sponsors:In this episode, you will learn:
  • How to recognize when systems or habits aren’t working and why we often stay stuck.
  • The concept of leverage points: identifying small changes that create big impact.
  • Strategies to restack your resources—time, energy, and focus—on what truly matters.
  • Why progress, even in small steps, is a powerful motivator for long-term success.
  • The importance of starting with a “burst” to build momentum and create quick wins.
  • Real-world examples, from streamlining Chick-fil-A’s drive-thru efficiency to resetting hospital systems, that show how intentional changes can lead to extraordinary outcomes.
  • How to apply the reset framework to personal habits, relationships, and professional challenges.
Connect with Dan Heath: https://danheath.com/For more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit Passion Struck Deals.Join the Passion Struck Community! Sign up for the Live Intentionally newsletter, where I share exclusive content, actionable advice, and insights to help you ignite your purpose and live your most intentional life. Get access to practical exercises, inspiring stories, and tools designed to help you grow.  Learn more and sign up here.Speaking Engagements & Workshops Are you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? I’m available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Let’s work together to create transformational change. Learn more at johnrmiles.com/speaking.Episode Starter Packs With over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We’ve curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier for you to dive into the topics you care about. Check them out at passionstruck.com/starterpacks.Catch More of Passion Struck:If you liked the show, please leave us a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don’t forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.How to Connect with John:Connect with John on Twitter at @John_RMiles and on Instagram at @John_R_Miles. Subscribe to our main YouTube Channel here and to our YouTube Clips Channel here. For more insights and resources, visit John’s website.Want to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? Take our 20-question quiz on Passionstruck.com and find out today!

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0:00.0

Coming up next on Passionstruck.

0:02.2

We're looking at the employees who gave a one or two or three out of ten because they're very disengaged.

0:07.4

They may be in danger of leaving.

0:08.7

And so we've got a fire.

0:09.8

We've got to put out the fire.

0:10.8

It's an emergency.

0:11.8

And what we don't do a lot of times instinctively is say, well, hang on a second.

0:16.3

Yes, it's important to pay attention to problems. But do we understand why the nines and tens, the employees

0:24.3

who are super duper happy at the far other end of the curve, do we understand why they're happy?

0:31.3

Welcome to Passionstruck. Hi, I'm your host, John R. Miles. And on the show, we decipher the secrets,

0:37.2

tips, and guidance of the world's

0:39.2

most inspiring people and turned their wisdom into practical advice for you and those around you.

0:45.4

Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality so that you can become the best

0:51.8

version of yourself. If you're new to the show, I offer advice

0:55.6

and answer listener questions on Fridays.

0:58.2

We have long-form interviews the rest of the week

1:00.7

with guests ranging from astronauts to authors,

1:04.0

CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists,

1:07.6

military leaders, visionaries, and athletes.

1:10.6

Now, let's go out there and become

1:12.7

Passion Struck. Hey, Passion Struck, fam. Welcome to episode 562. Have you ever wondered why some

1:19.2

people seem to thrive, even in the most challenging environments, while others struggle to gain

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