29: Learn How to Become a “Hyper-Learner”:Why it’s Critical for Staying Relevant in the Digital Age

In this episode we’ll learn from Professor Edward Hess, about how
to become our best selves. Hess discusses ideas from his new book,
“Hyper-Learning” and shares fresh insights into how to learn,
behave, and thrive in an era of unprecedented digital challenge and
change. His ideas are psychologically astute, refreshingly
pragmatic, and designed to help us move forward in a new and
uncharted era. The digital age will raise the question of how we
humans will stay relevant in the workplace. Hess emphatically says
that to stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively,
behaviorally and emotionally in ways that technology can’t. Praise
for Professor Hess’s book and his ideas come from leaders across
industries: Fernando Merce, Former CEO and president, Nestlé Waters
North America said “Hyper-Learning” is that “how to roadmap for
leading in the digital age. Enhancing ones learning agility is the
only way to thrive in a world of ever accelerating change”. Chris
Baer, Former vice president, leader ship development, Marriott
international said it’s a must read! Digital technology touches all
aspects of life and “hyper learning”will be a major factor in
everyone’s well-being and success. Gary Calabrese, PhD, senior vice
president and director, Corning global research, Corning Inc. said
“hyper learning is a masterpiece “how to” & “ why to” book That
takes us on an instructional journey to a future were learning must
change in profound ways because of advancing technologies. This
book helps readers reflect deeply about feelings, mindsets, and
behaviors to discover things about themselves in a way that sticks.
The powerful goal of “thinking behaviorally quote is a great way to
describe this book which also helps leader ship move from “command
and control” to “inspire and support”. If you’re hoping to stay
relevant in the digital age and thrive, this episode is for you.