The OptimalWork Podcast, hosted by Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif Younes, covers self-mastery at work, study, sleep and in relationships, based on Dr. Majeres's approach taught at Harvard Medical School. The show has 320 episodes released weekly, typically around 29 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Engaged self-improvement listeners who rate the show highly and act on its advice
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 390 ratings, with 369 five-star reviews
- Weekly episodes of roughly 29 minutes, with a 320-episode back catalogue
- Content anchored in work performance, a natural fit for productivity and learning tools
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, co-hosted discussion, rebroadcast series
- Tone
- instructive, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 27 to 33 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- OptimalWork
- Categories promoted
- digital coaching
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show promotes its own OptimalWork coaching platform in the description and website.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover work, decisions, anxiety and humility with no explicit flags.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | optimalwork.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1514839782 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/2045facc/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 321. Work With AI Without Sacrificing Your Growth | 2026-10-12 | 28 min |
| 320. How to Want to Do the Hard Thing | 2026-10-05 | 33 min |
| 319. Why Bad Decisions Can Feel Reasonable | 2026-09-28 | 31 min |
| 318. Prudence, Fast and Slow | 2026-09-21 | 32 min |
| 317. How a Good Decision Becomes an Action | 2026-09-14 | 35 min |
| [Rebroadcast] Professional Humility IV: Stonewalling | 2026-09-07 | 29 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Hosted by Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif Younes, co-founders of OptimalWork, The OptimalWork Podcast will help you learn to challenge yourself in each hour of work according to your highest ideals. We discuss all aspects of Dr. Majeres's approach to work, which he developed in his private practice and teaches at Harvard Medical School, and show how it applies to everyday situations like…
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About The OptimalWork Podcast
The OptimalWork Podcast is a self-improvement show hosted by Dr. Kevin Majeres and Sharif Younes, co-founders of OptimalWork. According to the show's feed and website, it teaches listeners to challenge themselves in each hour of work, applying Dr. Majeres's approach, which he developed in private practice and teaches at Harvard Medical School, to work, study, sleep and relationships. The show has released 320 episodes, mostly weekly, with a median length of about 29 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 390 ratings with an average of 4.9 stars, 369 of them five-star. Listener numbers are not published; based on the ratings count and the show's age, we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. The feed shows no paid sponsors, and the show promotes its own OptimalWork coaching platform.
The show suits brands in productivity, professional development, learning and wellness. An estimated sponsorship of $40 to $200 per episode would reach an audience of self-improvement listeners who are mostly working adults.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The OptimalWork Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The OptimalWork Podcast
How much does The OptimalWork Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $40 to $200 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals, not published prices.
What is The OptimalWork Podcast about?
The show helps listeners challenge themselves during each hour of work, using a method developed by Dr. Kevin Majeres. It covers work performance, decision-making, attention, anxiety, sleep and relationships.
How do I contact The OptimalWork Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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