What does it mean to lead with vision, and why is it important for not only you but those around you as well? That's what you'll discover in this episode as we dive into using your purpose statement to guide you toward your vision. I discuss how you can use your vision to help you stay on the right path toward your goals and why you should use both nearsightedness and farsightedness to guide you along the way. Not only that, but I'll also share tips for inviting others to be a part of your vision, and why doing so can make your future and the success you want more attainable.
What's In This Episode:
The importance of having a greater, more impactful vision of the future in mind (and how it can help you stay on track toward your goals)
Incorporating the elements of farsightedness and nearsightedness into your life in a harmonious way, and how switching between different perspectives as a leader is important
How to communicate your vision to others and invite them to be a part of the journey
How to share ideas with your team to make your vision for your business or career more attainable
Are you running a company that can thrive without you there? If not, it's time to start thinking about how to make this a reality. That's precisely why I invited Mike Michalowicz on the show. Mike is the author of several books, including his latest release, Fix This Next. By his 35th birthday, Mike had already founded and sold two companies. Today, he is running his third multi-million dollar company. In this episode, Mike shares some of his biggest tips for creating a business with a lasting legacy, and how he's able to take a FOUR-WEEK vacation every year. Together, we also discuss Mike's framework for the business hierarchy of needs. So, if you're wondering what to fix next in your business, you're in for a treat!
What's In This Episode:
What the survival trap looks like (and how to get out of it)
Why Mike takes a four-week vacation every year
Mike's framework for the business hierarchy of needs
The number one mistake people make when trying to make an impact
How do you prioritize when everything feels like a priority? It's nearly impossible when you're not using the right system. This is why you need to ditch the tired, old to-do list and upgrade to a priority list instead. In this episode, I'll be exploring why a priority list will help you become a better leader and more intentional with your time. You'll learn how to decide what's urgent and what's important, and how a priority list can help you manage it effectively. If you've been having a hard time making room for your priorities, then you'll want to hear this episode.
What's In This Episode:
How to connect to your North Star
How to determine what's urgent and what's important
How to hold yourself accountable
Doing the things that nourish your soul
How to remove distractions
We need more women in leadership. It's about time that more women join the ranks of women-owned businesses and begin to own up to their greatness in corporate spaces. That's why in this episode, I am going to share the four simple habits of effective leaders. It is my hope that this episode will inspire women and help them realize that being an effective leader is within their reach. You'll hear about how to reframe your mindset (because you already have what it takes to be an effective leader!), and I'll also share why you need to set up your habits with intention. Plus, I'll give you a few resources from my book, The Joy of Missing Out, and share some past episodes on building solid habits for you to check out.
What's In This Episode:
Reframing your mindset to believe you have what it takes to be an effective leader
Setting your habits with intention
Four simple habits of effective leaders
Four steps of solid, intentional habits
During these uncertain times, leaders must step up and help counterbalance all of the fear-mongering occurring in our world. For those with a calling, the critical moment to learn how to embrace their leadership abilities and lead effectively has arrived. In this episode, I'm explaining exactly how you can start getting more comfortable with embracing your inner leader. It's a lesson that my dad began instilling in me from a young age, but I believe that anyone can be a leader. All it takes is the courage to believe in yourself and the confidence to start guiding those around you.
What's In This Episode:
Getting more comfortable with embracing your inner leader
Leveraging the success you want and empowering those around you to do the same
Learning to believe in yourself and becoming confident in your leadership abilities
Three things to keep in mind when embracing yourself as a leader
Three tips for becoming a more effective leader
Rituals are the things that help you find your center and keep you grounded, especially during times of crisis and uncertainty. In this episode, I'm breaking down how rituals differ from habits and routines and how to use them to align your day. I discuss the state of unconscious competence and how to use it to get more in tune with who you are at your core, so you can genuinely feel good about where you are as your day unfolds.
What's In This Episode:
The differences between habits, routines, and rituals
What is the State of Unconscious Competence
How to use rituals to yourself up for success
Stacking habits to build meaningful routines
There is no magic button or one single ingredient in the recipe for success. So often, grit has been attributed to much of the success that the elite in our society has experienced. But what if I told you that there was something else that could be key in the pursuit of your goals and dreams? What I am hinting at is this thing called willpower. Willpower is the yin to grit's yang. In this episode, I'm sharing how focusing too much on one thing can increase your risk of stress and anxiety, and the three simple things you can do to start flexing your willpower muscle.
What's In This Episode:
Avoiding getting caught up in the vicious cycle of grit
Using willpower to help you recover quickly from setbacks and maintain motivation in pursuit of your goals
Building up your willpower and grit without burning them out
3 simple ways to flex your willpower muscle
Have you ever thought about choosing your goal for the day from the very get-go when you wake up? Think about this for a second, what if you started your day by planning what you want to be the highlight, and then worked backward to make sure it happened? That’s one of the things that today’s guest, John Zeratsky, shared in this episode. John is the co-author of Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day. He shares his wisdom on not living our life by default, and how things, like the busy bandwagon and infinity pulls, are tugging away at our attention. He explores what he’s learned over the years about productivity optimization, and how he uses the four-step structure of Highlights, Laser, Energy, and Reflect to help build his day.
What’s In This Episode:
The negative consequences of the busy bandwagon
John’s four-step structure of Highlights, Laser, Energy and Reflect
Three strategies for selecting a highlight to concentrate on
Quitting is one of those things that’s been given a bad wrap but, in reality, can be great on your journey toward reaching your goals. Quitting isn’t easy, especially because a lot of people believe that winners never quit. But what if I told you that wasn’t accurate? What if I said that winners actually quit quite often? In this episode, we’ll be chatting about quitting what no longer serves us. I’ll be talking about using constraints to laser in on what’s most important and using those as safeguards to guide you to your goals and ambitions.
What’s In This Episode:
Eliminating the negative connotation associated with quitting
Permitting ourselves to quit what doesn’t serve you
Using constraints to laser in on what’s most important and push you toward growth
It’s time to turn “stuck” on its head and begin to use it as leverage to create the success and happiness you want. We’ve all had those moments where we feel like we just want to throw the covers on over our heads. In this episode, we’re talking about getting past those moments where we feel stuck. I share how to reframe how you look at low points, my tips for overcoming feeling stuck, and using the traps that can make you feel stuck as an opportunity for growth and testing new boundaries.
What’s In This Episode:
Reframing how you look at low points in your life
How to deal with life's highs and lows
Tracking the progress you’ve made toward your goals
How to find your peak periods of productivity
You can’t pour from an empty cup. We’ve talked about this idea a few times on the show, and it’s so true. I couldn’t wait to bring on my friend, Kristen Ley, founder of Thimblepress, to chat about celebrating little wins, taking care of your wellbeing, and so much more. We dive into everything from getting back to her North Star, to gaining back her mental and physical health. She shares why you need to learn to say no to the things that don’t serve yourself or your purpose and why she’s such a big believer in having a morning routine to set your day up for success.
What’s In This Episode:
Detoxing from the lifestyle of doing everything for everybody
Creating a morning routine to set yourself up for success
The number one rule for maintaining harmony in your life
How to celebrate your wins, big or small
People-pleasing at the expense of yourself can be so destructive. As women, a lot of us fall victim to the collective issues of chronically apologizing, and this affects us in all areas of our lives. It’s time we start taking note from powerful women in the world who are doing their thing, on their own terms, without apologizing for it. In this episode, I’m going to talk about honing in on the confidence to be boldly and unapologetically you. I discuss being more direct, using the five-second rule to help yourself overcome chronic apologies, and starting to embrace your true self.
What’s In This Episode:
How to be more direct
Moving on from your people-pleasing ways
How to do what you want unapologetically
Learning to be confidently and boldly you
Giving yourself space to really think before you speak by employing the 5-second rule
The way you tell your own story becomes your truth. In this episode, I discuss how to take control over who you desire to be by aligning your narrative with a positive lens and writing your own story. I talk about overcoming the stories you’ve told yourself, the impact of having a positive outlook, and how to become more comfortable with the titles you claim. I also share stories about my own self-discovery and how I continue to bring light to the darkness I faced.
What's In This Episode:
Shutting down narratives that do not serve you
How to align your narrative with a positive lens
How to step out of our comfort zone
Have you ever had one of those days where you've woken up in a bad mood, or where you were having a good day until life presented you with a curveball that completely threw your good mood off course? Today I am sharing how to start to embrace the changes that life throws at you and how to use them for growth. You'll learn how to rise above negative mood shifts and how to acknowledge the choices you make, especially when it pertains to your mood. And together, we'll tap into some strategies you can use to overcome internal emotional battles.
What’s In This Episode:
Rethinking your mindset and how you deal with setbacks
Taking control over your moods and learning to manage them more effectively
Developing your emotional intelligence and mood management muscles
Pinpointing shifts in your mood to get to the root cause of what you’re feeling
Superpowers are often confused as reserved for our favorite characters in comic books or on the big screen. But what if I told you that you could harness your own superpowers? In this episode, I share how to figure out what superpowers you have by looking at your strengths, passions, and focus. I also dive into why you should hone in on your strengths and skills to help you blaze a unique path toward success.
What’s In This Episode:
How to tap into your own power
Blazing your own trail on the path to success
Why comparing yourself to others does not serve you
Are you ready to embrace a life filled with more positivity? Then you’ll love today’s conversation with guest Meaghan B. Murphy who believes that you should search for the Yay! every day. Meaghan is a multi-platform media junkie with a 20-plus year magazine career at Teen People, Cosmopolitan, and Self. She is also the current executive editor for Good Housekeeping and is working on her debut novel, The Fully Charged Life, which will make its debut in 2021. We talked about how learning to be grateful, and practice gratitude has changed her life for the better after tragically losing her father to cancer. She shares her practice for being more present and how learning to say “no” has helped her tremendously in her life and career.
What’s In This Episode:
How to look for the good every day
How to get comfortable with saying no to what does not serve you
Learning to trust your gut
The 3 F’s Meaghan uses before making any decisions
Strategies to be more present
Becoming the person you dream of takes a lot of self-reflection and diving into the past to figure out who you wish to be in the future. Your history holds many pearls of wisdom that can help you map out where you want to go and what direction to take. Today I am talking about using your past as a springboard and motivator to help you move forward. I'll be sharing the importance of sitting in discomfort, reflecting on who you've been, and permitting yourself to let go of the past.
What’s In This Episode:
Using your past as a springboard to move forward
Accepting and reframing the way that you look at your past
Reflecting on who you used to be and how you feel about who you want to become
Deciding where you want to be and mapping out the direction you’ll take to get there
With a new year upon us, it’s only natural to be thinking about your goals and what you hope to accomplish. There are so many ways to approach goals, but sometimes looking at them from a new lens can make them feel less daunting and more attainable. As we begin a new season of this podcast, I really want to focus on creating You 2.0 and making small tweaks to get ourselves on track to who we ultimately want to be. That’s why today’s episode is all about goal setting and finding joy in the experience of the journey toward your goals.
What’s In This Episode:
Setting goals to make sure you’re on the path to your ideal life
Paying attention to lessons learned and resources gathered
Focusing less on what you want to do and more on how you want to feel
Using the SMART goal method as a framework to help you achieve what you want
Finding joy in the experience and journey toward the goal
What if I told you that you don't need as much time as you think you do? That you actually have all the time you truly need, right now. Today I am going to be talking about prioritizing you and saying no to others so you can say yes to yourself. We're diving into the 5 ways you can intentionally make time for your goals by rethinking the pockets of time you have, cutting out time-wasters, and letting go of distractions that hinder your success. If you've ever felt like you were in a crunch for time, you'll want to hear today's episode.
What’s In This Episode:
Rethinking what it means to be "busy"
Living by your own rules and not worrying about what other people think
Feeling okay with where you choose to spend your time
Letting go of projects that are potential distractions to your success
5 ways to intentionally make time for your goals
Knowing where to focus can be a huge barrier that, if faced successfully, can have a profound impact on our lives. Today I was joined by Taska, an entrepreneur facing a curveball in her personal life that has her feeling off track and unsure about where to focus so she can continue to grow her business. We talk about prioritizing tasks that will get you closer to your goals and honing in on the vital few rather than the trivial many. I share how to use themed days to focus on specific tasks and how the 80/20 rule can help you make a more significant impact.
What’s In This Episode:
Supporting your work life when your personal life has thrown you a curveball
Prioritizing what you need to do to get closer to your goals
Designating themes to specific days to help drive yourself forward and focus
Using the 80/20 rule to help design your life
Too often, we let our days pass by in a blur, with each one scrambled together with countless tasks and events. Today I want you to take the time to slow down and savor moments throughout your day. It’s up to us to create more joy in our everyday lives. By carving just a few minutes into your day to do what you enjoy, you could be setting the foundation down to create a memorable, joy-filled day that you’ll cherish and think back on for years to come.
What’s In This Episode:
Taking the time to slow down and savor the moment
Creating memories for every day of your life
Stopping and making time for yourself so you can do your best work
Finding the joy in missing out
Creating and sticking to new habits is always a challenge within itself, but it's definitely doable. If you're looking to start some new healthy habits, then you'll want to hear this episode with today's guest, Brenda. If you're a member of our Facebook group, then you likely know Brenda because she's always quick to lend support and encouragement on different posts. Plus, she's hilarious. Right now, Brenda's in a transitional period in life. She's decided to step away from her day job to pursue her passion for ministry. We discuss how she can use her current habits as a springboard for creating new ones and using cues as triggers for developing them. We also touch on determining the bigger "why" behind the habits you wish to create.
What’s In This Episode:
The 4 Steps to Creating a Habit
How to use existing habits as springboards for new habits
How to get rid of excuses you make for yourself
Creating ways to record your successes and giving yourself grace when you stumble off track
Oftentimes, we’re way too hard on ourselves when it comes to our habits and discipline. We spend so much time feeling down about veering off track that we forget that nobody is perfect. It’s okay to have off days. Today I talked with Stacy, a busy career woman who has a two-hour commute to work and, on top of that, manages income rental properties out of state. We dive into how she can use the 4 A’s to overcome the hurdles she faces and the tiny steps she can take to get back on track. I touch on discipline, how to acknowledge that you’re doing a lot better than you give yourself credit for, and why you should find an accountability partner to support you on your journey toward your goals.
What’s In This Episode:
Veering back on track when you realize you aren’t quite where you want to be
Realizing that what you see in other people’s lives isn’t always accurate
Acknowledging that you’re doing better than you give yourself credit for
The 4 A’s to overcoming an obstacle
Finding an accountability partner to support you
Considering what tiny steps you can take to get back on track
Have you ever wondered how to focus on your passions and priorities when you feel stuck doing mundane tasks like laundry, buying groceries, and paying bills? I think it’s safe to say we’ve all been there, but I’ll let you in on a secret - systems. Today I had a conversation with Laura, a wife and mother of two sons, ages 10 and 12. She has a Ph.D. and works at a university with faculty, students, and staff to support the use of technology in the curriculum. We dive into how she can make systems work for her so she can live a life that’s more centered around her priorities. We discuss embracing yourself and the imperfections we all have, zoning in on areas that need a system in place, and making others responsible for their own productivity systems.
What’s In This Episode:
Zoning in on specific areas that need a system in place
Giving people responsibility for their own productivity systems
Getting systems up and running to put your tasks on autopilot
Using a springboard to help you overcome obstacles
Embracing your imperfect self
Whether we know it or not, we're all managing a team. It could be a work team or our family; the concept is still the same. We have to continually work to build our team mentality and to have everyone contributing to the greater good of the group. Today I was joined by Kristi, a busy career woman with three teenagers and a husband who is feeling like she needs to take some things off of her plate. She shares how her family's hectic schedule poses a problem for outsourcing tasks. Together we create a plan for empowering her family members to take ownership of their assigned responsibilities. I discuss how outsourcing gives others the gift of being able to uplift us and the role communication plays in building a team mentality.
What’s In This Episode:
Understanding that you really can’t “do it all”
Empowering our team to feel like they have ownership over their choices and days
Tackling outsourcing one chore at a time
Allowing others to lift us up from time to time
Using communication to help team members learn their roles and the values they bring