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How to Have a Good Day: Harness the Power of Behavioral Science to Transform Your Working Life

by Caroline Webb

Summary & Key Takeaways

Do you start Monday morning feeling exhausted before the day even begins? For most ambitious professionals, a “good day” feels like a lottery dictated by your boss’s mood or an overflowing inbox. But what if you could systematically construct a great workday using behavioral science? In today’s 5-minute briefing, we explore Caroline Webb’s “How to Have a Good Day.” Discover the life-changing power of “selective attention” and learn how setting a conscious daily “Aim” physically rewires your brain to spot opportunities instead of threats. Stop being a passive victim of your schedule and become its architect.

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About the Author

Caroline Webb

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Caroline Webb is a renowned executive coach, economist, and former McKinsey & Company partner, where she co-founded the firm’s leadership practice. As a leading authority on behavioral science, she bridges the gap between scientific research and professional performance. She is the author of the …

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