The Habit Mechanic - Unlock your Human-AI Edge

Are You AI-Proof? Why Your August Habits Matter

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...Join the August Challenge hereAugust is a critical month for setting up September success by establishing foundational habits for optimal brain function. The continued growth of AI technologies like those from Microsoft and Meta means we need to focus on our unique human capabilities to remain valuable.• Focus on better sleep, better diet, and better exercise as core ingredients for positive brain function• Most people have great intentions for September but fail by mid-October because they lack foundational habits• The AI Era Leadership Accelerator offers a monthly mission focused on getting brains working well• New sector-specific AI tools are emerging that will transform industries• Becoming "AI-proof" requires developing brain state intelligence based on good recharge and recovery• Even during relaxation periods, checking in with foundational habits builds awareness for future successYou're only ever one Brain State habit away.

The AI Revolution: Learning from History

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...Dr. Jon Finn explores striking parallels between the Industrial Revolution and today's AI Revolution, highlighting the unprecedented competition to human brainpower that AI represents. Unlike the Industrial Revolution that unfolded over a century, the AI Revolution is happening in just 2-5 years, with predictions being realized faster than expected.• First-time ever competition to human brainpower through neural networks that can work 24/7• Industrial Revolution created jobs while the AI Revolution is eliminating them even in financially strong companies• Henry Bessemer's steel-making technology that reduced production time from 4 days to 15 minutes serves as a historical parallel• Approximately 100,000 tech sector jobs lost to AI this year already• Companies are reallocating savings from human roles into building AI workforces• Understanding history, particularly the Industrial Revolution, helps us prepare for AI changes• Optimizing our brain states is key to becoming "AI winners" rather than being displacedYou're only ever one Brain State habit away from transformation.

Cricket, Brain States, and How AI Changes Our Mental Game

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.The AI era is accelerating at an unprecedented pace with exciting developments on the horizon. Dr. Jon Finn explores how we can apply brain state intelligence—a concept visible in cricket performance—to thrive alongside AI in our professional lives.• England's cricket batsmen demonstrated exceptional brain state intelligence by controlling their activation levels• Brain State Intelligence involves knowing when to recharge, focus intensely, and optimize medium-charge work• AI can supercharge our high-charge work by outsourcing brain power to systems with more stable energy supplies• Medium-charge work can be completely outsourced to agentic AI, freeing more time for recharge• High performers in sports and business share one common skill: brain state intelligence• Now is the time to develop these skills before the AI revolution accelerates furtherYou only have a one Brain State habit away.

Brain State Intelligence in an AI-Powered World

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.We're witnessing a significant acceleration in AI development with major implications for the workforce. This week has brought striking revelations about AI's rapid advancement, from government warnings to corporate restructuring announcements and insights from AI pioneers.• UK government minister warning that workers must incorporate AI into workflows or risk being left behind• Amazon announcing they will replace human roles with AI, affecting their 1.5 million US employees• Mark Zuckerberg offering $100 million sign-on fees to build a team of 50 elite developers for general-purpose AI• Geoffrey Hinton, "godfather of AI," explaining why AI differs from previous technologies in its job displacement potential• Real-world example of a developer completing in 3 days what would have previously taken 3 weeks or months using AI tools• Recognition that AI adoption is not a fad but a fundamental shift backed by enormous investment• The importance of developing "brain state intelligence" to work effectively with AI technologies

Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution (4/6) - Optimization with the Day Designer.

Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...👉📘 Get your FREE copy of 'Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution' here👉Check out our new mini-course "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution" where you'll learn how to build your own High-performing Human-AI Team in under 60 minutes.Podcast Description:Dr. Jon Finn delves into step three of the Success Cycle from his bestselling book "Train Your Brain for the AI Revolution", focusing on daily optimization with the Day Designer and creating a powerful Willpower Story.• Understanding how to match tasks to your brain's natural energy patterns throughout the day• Categorizing work into "Ice Sculptures" (requiring premium thinking) and "Ice Cubes" (routine tasks)• Creating a Willpower Story to map your high-charge and medium-charge states• Using strengths and willpower boosters to maintain optimal brain states when needed• Implementing the SWAP technique (Self-Watch, Aim, Plan) to transform challenging parts of your day• Strategic integration of AI tools during different energy states• Starting small with simple changes before building a comprehensive system• Working with your brain's natural rhythms instead of fighting against them• Understanding that most people can only do 4-5 hours of premium thinking work daily• Learning how successful planning transforms energy into optimized statesFor additional resources and templates for your Willpower Story, visit tougherminds.co.uk/train-your-brain