It's an Inside Job
Imagine responding to challenges with quiet strength and living with a clearer sense of direction. It's an Inside Job, hosted by Jason Birkevold Liem, guides you there. This podcast is for anyone who believes cultivating inner resources is the most powerful way to shape their outer reality. We explore practical approaches for fostering resilience, nurturing well-being, and embedding intentionality into your daily rhythm.
On Mondays, we feature longer conversations with insightful individuals, uncovering practical wisdom on how your inner world serves as a compass for your outer experiences, shaping everything from your career to your relationships and personal fulfilment.
On BiteSize Fridays, get concise, actionable guidance for managing stress, making thoughtful choices, and nurturing your growth. If you're ready to consciously build a more aligned and fulfilling life, tune in.
After all, actual growth is an inside job!
Episodes
237 episodes
(Rerun) The Science of Breath: Unlock Calm & Clarity in Any Situation.
"When we are out of breath, it means we are out of control. When our mind is out of control, well, our breathing typically follows." (02:45)Unlock the power of your breath to manage stress, enhance mental clarity, and bui...
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Season 7
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Episode 54
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22:43
(Rerun) The Resilient Mind: Cultivating Inner Strength Through Thought Mastery.
"Recognising that this anxiety is merely a passing state, like a cloud passing by, well, it can significantly alleviate the pressure and help you maintain composure." Uncover how your thoughts shape reality and learn...
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Season 7
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Episode 53
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28:15
The Contrarian Mindset: Jettison the Fear of Judgement
Have you ever held back in a meeting, hesitated to share an idea, or watered down your voice just to avoid criticism? You’re not alone. The fear of being judged isn’t just uncomfortable—it quietly shapes our choices, silences innovation, and dr...
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Season 7
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Episode 52
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15:20
The Performance Advantage: Leading with Resilience and Self-Awareness with Agnes Cserhati.
"High performance is not about perfection or superiority—it’s about reaching your best potential, whatever that may be, and doing it sustainably without sacrificing your health or well-being." - Agnes CserhatiIn this epis...
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Season 7
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Episode 51
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39:51
The Contrarian Mindset: Resolving the Fear of Rejection
In a world that praises visibility, success, and certainty, few things feel as personal—or as painful—as rejection. Whether it’s a job application, a creative project, or simply speaking your truth, rejection can stir up self-doubt, silence our...
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Season 7
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Episode 50
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14:19
The Neuroscience of Innovation: Curiosity, Safety, and Leading with Heart with Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa.
"Innovation starts when we get curious about ourselves—then the world." - Dr Chika OriuwaIn this episode, Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa unpacks the neuroscience behind resilience, creativity, and compassionate leadership. Discov...
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Season 7
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Episode 49
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48:34
The Contrarian Mindset: Facing the Fear of Not Keeping Up
In fast-paced industries—and even faster-paced lives—it’s easy to confuse momentum with meaning. The pressure to stay ahead, stay visible, or stay relevant can quietly push us into a cycle of constant chasing, often leaving us feeling disconnec...
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Season 7
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Episode 48
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12:14
Building Resilience from the Inside Out with Heart Rate Variability with Dr Torkil Færø.
"We’ve placed too much value on the psychological part of the brain and ignored the physiological foundation beneath it. Real resilience starts with your nervous system." - Dr Torkil FærøIn this episode, I sit down with <...
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Season 7
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Episode 47
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1:07:59
The Contrarian Mindset: Tackling the Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO)
We live in a world that constantly shows us what we could be doing—careers we didn’t pursue, trips we didn’t take, opportunities we didn’t chase. It's easy to feel like whatever path you're on, it’s somehow not quite enough. That subtl...
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Season 7
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Episode 46
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10:46
The Art of Reinvention: How to Stay Future-Relevant Before You're Forced To with Piers Fallowfield-Cooper.
“Reinvention isn’t a reaction — it’s a practice. You get ahead by reading the signals in your system before disruption arrives.” Piers Fallowfield-Cooper.Have you ever felt a subtle tug — a whisper from within — telling y...
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Season 7
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Episode 45
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55:39
The Contrarian Mindset: Deviating from the Known Path
“This isn’t about abandoning your experience—it’s about shaping it to meet today’s challenges. The road ahead might look different, but the courage to step off the old one is where real growth begins.”Change is the new co...
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Season 7
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Episode 44
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12:05
Faith and Resilience: Finding Strength in Uncertainty with Dr. Amir Hussain.
“Faith isn’t about blind obedience—it’s about finding meaning in the questions we ask.” – Dr. Amir HussainIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Amir Hussain, Professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount Univers...
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Season 7
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Episode 43
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1:07:21
What Do You Do When Everything Feels Out of Control? How the Control-Certainty Matrix Helps You Regain Focus, Confidence, and Calm in Unpredictable Times.
In this special Bite Size Fridays bonus episode, I wanted to pause and respond to something that’s been showing up a lot lately—in emails, conversations, coaching sessions, and across social media: a growing sense of unease. People are...
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Season 7
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Episode 42
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30:44
The Leadership Wake-Up Call: You Can’t Lead What You Won’t Own Dan Tocchini on Radical Responsibility and Real Growth.
"You Can’t Explain Your Way Out of What You Behaved Your Way Into" — With Dan TocchiniIn this episode of It’s an Inside Job, I sit down with Dan Tocchini—an expert in transformational leadership with over 35 year...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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1:03:36
The Contrarian Mindset: Mastering the Art of Uncertainty.
Uncertainty tends to make us hesitate. We overthink. We stall. We imagine worst-case scenarios. But what if uncertainty wasn’t something to avoid—but something to work with?In this week’s episode of Bite Size Fridays, w...
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Season 7
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Episode 40
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15:52
How Do You Reclaim Your Voice After Captivity? Mellissa Fung on Trauma, Courage, Resilience and Bearing Witness to Women’s Suffering in War
“You don't know how strong you are until you're faced with a crisis. I never thought I could survive being kidnapped and thrown into a hole. But somehow, you find the strength in you to get through it.” - Mellissa FungIn ...
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Season 7
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Episode 39
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53:40
The Contrarian Mindset - Facing the Fear of Change.
Change often knocks when we least expect it—and rarely when we feel ready. This week on BiteSize Fridays, we explore one of the most common and quietly limiting fears: the fear of change.In this episode, I share William’s...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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17:18
Can You Prevent Dementia? The Truth About Brain Health, Cognitive Resilience & Longevity.
“Dementia is not inevitable. Small, intentional changes in lifestyle can significantly reduce your risk.” - Jay IngramHave you ever wondered how much control we have over our brain health? Can lifestyle choices, education...
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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1:11:34
The Contrarian Mindset: Replacing the Reactive Mindset.
This week, we’re tackling a mindset many of us fall into without realizing it—the reactive mindset.Reactivity isn’t always bad. In life-or-death situations, reacting fast keeps us safe. But in daily work, relationships, and emotio...
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16:22
Finding Fulfillment, Meaning and Resilience Beyond Achievement: Exploring the Philosophies of Ikigai & Buddhism with Tim Tamashiro.
“Happiness isn’t something you chase. It’s a byproduct of suffering less.” – Tim TamashiroHave you ever hit a point where you’ve achieved what you thought would make you happy, only to feel like something’s still missing?...
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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1:07:16
The Contrarian Mindset: Overcoming the Fear of Not Being Good Enough.
This week, we’re taking on a fear that hides in plain sight—the fear of not being good enough.In this episode, I share Gail’s story, a talented construction engineer working in a high-pressure, fast-paced industry. Despite a stron...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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11:04
The Art & Science of Asking Better Questions: Unlock Trust, Learning & Leadership with Jeff Wetzler.
“Your desire to know cultivates their willingness to tell.” – Jeff WetzlerIn this episode of It's an Inside Job, I sit down with Jeff Wetzler, author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You...
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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59:18
The Contrarian Mindset: Moving Through Imposter Syndrome.
This week on BiteSize Fridays, we unpack something that touches nearly everyone—imposter syndrome. Whether you're stepping into a new role, leading a team, or just pushing yourself into uncharted territory, that quiet inner voic...
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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14:32
What Happens When the Game Ends? Resilience, Recovery & Redefining Success with Laura HS Collins.
"You don't have to erase your struggles to heal—it's about learning to understand and care for them." - Laura CollinsIn this episode, I sit down with Laura Hans-Segundo Collins, a former elite gymnast and diver turned psy...
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Season 7
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Episode 31
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1:15:26
The Contrarian Mindset: Breaking Free from Perfectionism.
Perfectionism often hides behind ambition, high standards, and pride in our work. But left unchecked, it can drain our energy, paralyze progress, and chip away at our confidence. In this episode, I share Hunter’s story—a software engineer who t...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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12:54