Ep #166: How to Nourish and Grow Your Brain with Maxine Cunningham

Maxine Cunningham is an economist, the Founder and CEO of “Pick My Brain,” a platform that is changing and shaping the way we access, share, exchange, and gain expertise, which is fast becoming known as the knowledge economy. Today, Maxine shares her story from being an investment banker to the ideas, passions, and opportunities that inspired her to found and create Pick My Brain. Along the way, we dig into insights and her secret sauce that sparked her fire and drive her to imagine and lead her team towards Airbnb and Amazon level ambitions.  This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to learn how to make adaptability your superpower to thrive in business and beyond? Learn psychology and neuroscience-backed frameworks and tools to harness the adaptability of the human brain. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching Guest Links:Website: https://www.pickmybrain.world/Maxine’s Profile: https://www.pickmybrain.world/profiles/maxine-cunningham Host Links:Podcast Website:https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishaiInstagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. © 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved.  ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed.But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.It only burns them out.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.