The Habit Mechanic - Fine-Tune your Brain & Supercharge how you Live, Work, & Lead cover art

The Habit Mechanic - Fine-Tune your Brain & Supercharge how you Live, Work, & Lead

The Habit Mechanic - Fine-Tune your Brain & Supercharge how you Live, Work, & Lead

By: Dr. Jon Finn
Listen for free

About this listen

I'm Dr. Jon Finn, best-selling author of 'The Habit Mechanic' (https://geni.us/TheHabitMechanic) and founder the award-winning Tougher Minds consultancy (https://www.tougherminds.co.uk) and the Habit Mechanic University app (https://www.tougherminds.co.uk/habit-mechanic-app/). I have three psychology related degrees and have worked in performance psychology for over 20 years. I started in elite sport (working with world-class athletes and coaches). I now also work with some of the biggest businesses in the world. In this podcast, I share my expertise about how you and your team can use insights from cutting-edge science and elite sport to fulfil your potential in our challenging world. I provide simple and practical tips, tools and techniques to help you develop Resilience, become an outstanding Leader, and create World-Class teams. If you ever have any questions just drop me an email here: jonfinn@tougherminds.co.uk© 2023 The Habit Mechanic - Fine-Tune your Brain & Supercharge how you Live, Work, & Lead Economics Management Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success Science
Episodes
  • AI, Your Brain, Your Edge
    Oct 10 2025

    Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...

    Get 📘"Training Your Brain for the AI Revolution" for just $1 👉 here

    In this episode Dr. Jon Finn (creator of Human-AI Performance Psychology) and his AI team show how to win the AI era by training energy and attention before tools. We unpack Recharge, Medium, and High Charge Brain States; the Daily 3:1 Reflection; and the four‑step AI-Edge Success Cycle, with real examples of time and cost gains from pairing optimised brain states with AI.

    • Why recharge is the foundation for performance
    • The pre‑reflection routine to prime positive circuits
    • The Daily 3:1 Reflection to steer attention
    • Shifting routine Medium Charge work to AI
    • Expanding High Charge hours to four, five, six or seven daily
    • AI as amplifier for High Charge work, not a replacement
    • The audiobook case study and 90% cost saving
    • The Success Cycle: measure, plan, optimise, automate
    • Using brain‑first planning to reduce stress and reclaim focus

    Show More Show Less
    19 mins
  • How to Coach Yourself to Success in the AI Era (in 4 Steps)
    Sep 29 2025

    Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...

    Get 📘"Training Your Brain for the AI Revolution" for just $1 👉 here

    In this episode Dr. Jon Finn explores how to thrive in the AI revolution by mastering brain states and developing strategic habits. The AI-Edge Success Cycle provides a framework for measuring and optimizing performance as AI transforms industries and eliminates jobs across sectors.

    • Recent announcements show massive AI investments in the UK and major companies cutting jobs while implementing AI
    • The four-step AI Success Cycle starts with measuring Brain States across recharge, mindless tasks, and complex thinking
    • Building a Future Ambitious Meaningful Story (FAM Story) creates context for short-term improvements
    • Distinguishing between "ice cube" tasks (routine) and "ice sculpture" tasks (complex) helps identify where AI can assist
    • AI functions as a "battery pack" for your brain, extending capabilities rather than replacing them
    • Daily Will Power stories and the Nine Action Factor model help turn knowledge into consistent action
    • Building better recharge habits (sleep, stress management) is often the first priority for improving brain states
    • Success requires both working excellently with AI and excelling at tasks AI cannot perform
    • Training as a Habit Mechanic Coach provides expertise in human-AI performance psychology

    Visit our website to get "Training Your Brain for the AI Revolution" for just $1 and start your journey to becoming a Certified Habit Mechanic Coach.


    Show More Show Less
    18 mins
  • Are You AI-Proof? Why Your August Habits Matter
    Aug 1 2025

    Text us a question and we'll answer it on the podcast...

    Join the August Challenge here

    August 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 success

    You're only ever one Brain State habit away.

    Show More Show Less
    8 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.