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Steve Prentice
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Writer, author, keynote speaker, voiceover guy, guitarist and traveler. Passionate about oceans and their inhabitants, dogs, flying, rewilding, and general kindness.
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Most data breaches begin with a person who clicked too fast because their work culture doesn’t allow time to think. Check out my CoolTimeLife episode where I talk about embedding a technique called GAP IT into workplace culture. cooltimelife.com/gap-it.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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Meetings that always go over their planned time, or start late generate a bad reputation for you. It’s not about the agenda, it’s about how people feel.” Learn more here: "Mastering Meetings - How the 55-Minute Rule Can Revolutionize Your Workday” cooltimelife.com/mastering-me...
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November 11, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Generative AI isn’t just about creating content — it’s about creating confidence. By letting us explore ideas privately and without judgment, it helps reduce fear of failure and boosts motivation. Hear more on my CoolTimeLife episode “Help is on the Way.” 🎧 cooltimelife.com/help-is-on-t...
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November 7, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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The secret to building unshakable relationships in business and beyond is comfort. In this episode of CoolTimeLife, I discuss why comfort is more than just a feeling – it’s the foundation of trust and connection. Listen now cooltimelife.com/comfort/
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November 3, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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The faster we work, the less we think. Technology, social media, and endless notifications leave no time for reflection. But real consciousness requires space. Staying conscious helps you resist distraction and rediscover balance:
cooltimelife.com/conscious
Image of a person asleep in the office. Also a photo of me, an image of the CoolTimeLife logo and the quote: “The faster we work, the less we think. Give your mind the time it needs. Check out Deepfakes, Deadlines, and Distraction: The Art of Staying Aware.”
October 27, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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Saying “no” isn’t rejection of a person. It's the start of a negotiation process. Most things in life can be negotiated, yet many people are too rushed or anxious to pause and think. It seems easier to capitulate and move on. Learn more at cooltimelife.com/conscious
Image of a person asleep in the office. Also a photo of me, an image of the CoolTimeLife logo and the quote: “Saying “no” isn’t rejection: it’s part of conscious negotiation. Check out Deepfakes, Deadlines, and Distraction: The Art of Staying Aware.”
October 24, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Proactivity isn’t natural—it’s learned. Our brains react first, think later. But when you move from reaction to proaction, you regain control of time, choices & outcomes. Learn how in my latest CoolTimeLife episode: “Deepfakes, Deadlines & Distraction.”
cooltimelife.com/conscious
Image of a person asleep in the office. Also a photo of me, an image of the CoolTimeLife logo and the quote: “Shifting from reactive to proactive is a vital life skill. Stay conscious! Check out Deepfakes, Deadlines, and Distraction: The Art of Staying Aware.”
October 23, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Phishing has evolved. Now it looks and sounds just like someone you know. The new pickpocket is digital, and awareness is your only defense. Learn how to stay conscious in my latest CoolTimeLife episode: “Deepfakes, Deadlines & Distraction.” cooltimelife.com/conscious
Image of a person asleep in the office. Also a photo of me, an image of the CoolTimeLife logo and the quote: “Are you conscious at work? Thieves want to know. Check out Deepfakes, Deadlines, and Distraction: The Art of Staying Aware.”
October 22, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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When cybercriminals try to hack your devices, they rely on instinct, fear, and distraction. But what do they fear most? Critical thinking. Here's how to use your brain as your strongest line of defense. Check out my podcast at cooltimelife.com/gap-it
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July 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Scammers use urgency in email and messaging to short-circuit your thinking. Before reacting, breathe. Think. Break the spell of fear or impulse. Learn how this simple habit can stop scams before they start: Check out my podcast episode at cooltimelife.com/gap-it.
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July 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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The term "slacker barista" is a term used to disparage hard-working food service employees. It is wrong and misguided. Check out Ep 46 of my CoolTimeLife podcast, “The Slacker Barista” at cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife... or wherever you get your podcasts.
Image of the CoolTimeLife podcast cover plus stock image of baristas working in a coffee bar, plus the quote, “This term is routinely used to make fun of people who work hard in the food service industry. It’s wrong on all counts.
July 28, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Async meetings: Instead of calling a 1-hour meeting for a specific time of day, set a Slack channel with an agenda and a duration of 1 week. Check out cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife... or wherever you get your podcasts, or read the article on LinkedIn here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/making...
July 24, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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Digital transformation means “change,” but for most people, change represents a threat that strikes at the heart of our greatest fear – losing our job. This is even more prescient in this era of AI. Check out “The Future of Workplace Fear” at cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife...
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July 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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AI is generating more data than ever—often outside your radar. 🎯 In this episode, Todd Moore breaks down how DSPM uncovers hidden, unmanaged “shadow data” to help you stay ahead of threats.
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#DSPM #ShadowData #AIrisks #DataSecurity #CyberAwareness #ThalesGroup
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July 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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There's a big difference between "remote work" teams and "distributed teams." Author Alberto Silveira provides timely advice on how to build successful distributed companies. Look for "Crossing the Equator with Alberto” at cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife..., or on your podcast platform.
Image of the CoolTimeLife podcast cover plus Albert’s book, and the quote: “When one or two people dial into a boardroom meeting, they are remote. But when the whole team calls in from somewhere else, they are not remote, they are distributed, and this can give a company back its heart: One Team, One Heart.”
July 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Data is everywhere, and so are the risks. In this bite-size Thales Security Sessions podcast, Todd Moore explains why DSPM is essential to protect data across cloud, SaaS & on-prem. You can’t secure what you can’t see.
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\#CyberSecurity #DSPM #InfoSec #DataProtection #ThalesSecurity
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July 21, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Night owls make up 20% of the population—but 9-to-5 life isn't built for them. Can the modern workplace adapt?
🎧 Listen to “Life as a Night Owl” on the CoolTimeLife podcast:
cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife...
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July 21, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Why do people lose their individual mindsets and join the flow of a mob? Have they been swayed by tribal momentum to do things they otherwise would not do? It's as old as human history. My CoolTimeLife podcast “The Madness of Crowds: why does mob mentality happen?” cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife....
Image of the CoolTimeLife podcast cover plus a quote: ““We find that whole communities suddenly fix their minds upon one object and go mad in its pursuit; that millions of people become simultaneously impressed with one delusion, and run after it, till their attention is caught by some new folly more captivating than the first.” Charles Mackay
July 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Activities such as watching fish in an aquarium or playing racquet-and-ball sports like tennis allow the mind to relax and focus naturally. This can be done in the workplace, too, even on video chat. blubrry.com/cooltimelife... subscribe to CoolTimeLife on your podcast platform.
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February 17, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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The parable of the furnace repair technician is an unforgettable lesson in valuing time. It can substantially improve your own time management abilities by helping you recognize what you are worth. Check it out at cooltimelife.com/cooltimelife...
#timemanagement #influence
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January 30, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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What do Bonsai trees have to do with effective time management? Much more than you think. Check out my CoolTimeLife podcast to learn how these beautiful trees can help you win back at least one hour of productivity per day. cooltimelife.com/the-box-of-t... or www.linkedin.com/pulse/box-ti...
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January 21, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Some large retail stores are starting to replace some of their self-checkout stations with human cashiers once again, because people like to interact. Check out "The Lost Dimension at blubrry.com/cooltimelife... or subscribe to CoolTimeLife on your podcast platform.
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January 19, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Many companies are advocating a return to the office, but virtual environments like Virbela offer all the benefits three dimensional interaction - vital to learning and innovation. Learn more: blubrry.com/cooltimelife... or subscribe to CoolTimeLife on your podcast platform.
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January 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Video chats lack the depth of connection and engagement found in in-person meetings or even traditional phone calls. But brands like Zoom and Teams do have ways to replicate it. Learn more at blubrry.com/cooltimelife... or subscribe to CoolTimeLife on your podcast platform.
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January 15, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Activities such as watching fish in an aquarium or playing racquet-and-ball sports like tennis allow the mind to relax and focus naturally. This can be done in the workplace, too, even on video chat. blubrry.com/cooltimelife... subscribe to CoolTimeLife on your podcast platform.
A banner containing the cover art of the CoolTimeLife podcast, a photo of Steve and the quote: “Watching fish in an aquarium or playing racquet-and-ball sports like tennis allow the mind to relax and focus naturally. This can also be done in the workplace.”
January 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM