They say those who don’t learn from the past are doomed to repeat it. As true a statement as it is, it’s missing one crucial element. If you never confront the reality of the present and get to the heart of why you are where you are, you won’t be able to unlearn the habits that got you there in the first place. In this episode of Unlearn, Barry O’Reilly talks with Dom Price, Work Futurist at Atlassian, who shares insights on facing the reality of the present, unlearning outdated practices, and embracing new ways of working to drive meaningful change and growth in organizations.

How well would you fare in the high-stakes world of blockchain and cryptocurrency? Could you navigate the complexities of decentralized technology and its potential to revolutionize society? In this episode of Unlearn, Barry O'Reilly sits down with Anne Connelly, a blockchain expert passionate about leveraging technology to transform lives in emerging economies.

Would you be willing to take on mission critical, make or break projects as your career? How would you handle the challenges that arise from situations like bankruptcies and mergers while managing the extreme pressure that comes from such high stakes?

What was your biggest personal transformation? More importantly, who helped you achieve it? Read this blog and episode of the Unlearn Podcast for top leadership transformation mindset advice from a world-class leadership coach. Sabrina Braham is an executive coach, mastermind group leader, author, and leadership and career development expert with almost three decades of experience, but she nearly walked away from that journey before it ever began. What kept her going? A teacher who was more like a coach. He encouraged and believed in her, which helped her completely transform what she thought about herself and her future. And now, Sabrina does that for others.

What if success isn't about being the best but about continuous improvement? Global executive James Williams shares his journey from leading Olympic campaigns to empowering startups and teaching MBA students. Discover how his focus on performance, purpose, partnerships, and people has shaped his career and why he believes that embracing discomfort is the key to personal and professional growth.

How can the lessons learned from a childhood of tinkering and a career influenced by tech visionaries like Bill Joy and Andy Bechtolsheim guide us towards a more sustainable future for technology? We’re joined today by Adrian Cockcroft, a trailblazer in cloud architecture at Netflix, and a proponent of open source at Amazon Web Services, who is now channeling his expertise into the vital cause of sustainability in cloud computing.

Connie joins Barry O’Reilly to delve into the concept of unlearning perfectionism in the professional world, how to balance perfection and practicality, and how letting go of the former can lead to more authentic and effective communication on all fronts.

Sahra-Josephine Hjorth, co-founder and CEO of CanopyLab, joins Barry O'Reilly on this episode of the Unlearn Podcast to explore the interconnectedness of different skills, fields and interests.

In this week’s show, John Lowry shares insights from his bestselling book, Negotiation Made Simple with Barry O'Reilly

In this episode of Unlearn Podcast, Nichol Bradford and host Barry O’Reilly discuss how we can use technology to unlock our emotional intelligence, creativity, and cognition.

In this episode of Unlearn, Drewe joins Barry O’Reilly to share thoughtful perspectives on fear, vulnerability, and being your authentic self - even in high-pressure environments.

Sophie Wade joins Barry O’Reilly to share insights on the modern workplace, discussing generational gaps, cultural awareness, the impact of AI, and the anticipated cultural shift in the coming years.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Hope Gurion joins Barry O’Reilly to discuss her career journey, emphasizing the importance of persistence, adaptability, and shared vision within product teams.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Peter Walker joins Barry O’Reilly to discuss the use of data and analytics in content marketing.

In this episode of Unlearn, Adam Bragg joins Barry O’Reilly to discuss the transformative power of launching ideas and products into the world, and the lessons that come from confronting the fears and vulnerabilities tied to this process.

In this episode of Unlearn, Marcos Fernandez joins Barry O’Reilly to discuss the evolving dynamics of the fintech industry and its transformative impact on various sectors.

In this episode of Unlearn, Casey Ebro joins Barry O’Reilly to share insights into the world of publishing, and the not-so-unique challenges it presents to authors.

Kyle Hermans joins Barry O’Reilly to explore the concept of courage, the necessity of unlearning and relearning, and how these ideas have shaped his personal and professional life.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Kyle Byrd joins Barry O’Reilly to share his unique perspective on embracing uncertainty and problem-solving, drawing from his experiences in transitioning from hardware to software products.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Wendy Steele joins Barry O’Reilly to share her story of how she founded Impact100 and the impact the organization has had on communities around the world.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Daniel Stillman joins Barry O’Reilly to explore the importance of collaboration and how to create an environment conducive to productive dialogue, particularly in the context of leadership.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Diana Kander joins Barry O’Reilly in a thought-provoking conversation about making presentations more engaging and memorable.

In this episode of the Unlearn Podcast, Etienne joins Barry to share his journey of self-discovery and discuss the importance of having a compelling 'why', the challenges and opportunities of building a successful startup, as well as insights from his book.

Chris Butler joins Barry O’Reilly to discuss his career journey, emphasizing the importance of challenging mental models and learning from user research and data analysis to shift perspectives towards new technologies.

In this episode of Unlearn Podcast, Barry O'Reilly chats with Sarah Doody, a UX researcher and designer, and the founder and CEO of the Career Strategy Lab, a program that helps UX and product professionals at all career stages navigate the job search and articulate their skills and experience to help them grow.