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Straight from the boardroom to the microphone, April Garcia the Founder of the business consulting firm Maven, delivers a no b.s. check-in for high performing professionals, hustling entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to aim high AND make a difference. April Garcia's PivotME is the answer to those asking “How do I get to the next level?”
Whatever your goal is; business, finance, health, or relationships what you need most is the right mindset, consistent execution, and a little humor. If you are working towards a goal—YOU BELONG HERE. This is not just a podcast, this is an UPGRADE for your life! Be sure to check out pivot-me.com and www.instagram.com/theaprilgarcia for more ways to get to the NEXT LEVEL!
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90. How to use personal branding to build an empire and make a difference Kristen Cullen Brand Strategist Brand Builders Group
Our guest today is the founder of Remarkable Resilience and a personal brand strategist with the Brand Builders Group, Kristen Cullen. She’s worked with NYT bestselling authors, health and wellness experts, award-winning and internationally recognized attorneys, physicians, lifestyle mentors, 7-figure entrepreneurs, and influencers. She’s passionate about personal branding and teaching people how not to give up and be resilient in telling their stories.
In this episode, we discuss how Kristen used her resourcefulness and resilience to tell her story and help others do the same too. Listen in to learn the power of personal branding and defining your avatar to grow and scale your business.
To learn more about Brand Builders Group or to book a free call with Kristen go to www.pivot-me.com/brand
Some Questions Asked:
* [4:25] Talk about navigating uncertainty?
* [7:18] How does your resourcefulness and your resilience influence what you do today?
* [13:05] Explain what an avatar is and why it is so important to speak to that?
* [16:35] Talk about what a personal brand is and why it is so important?
* [30:09] Walk us through the pieces that Brand Builders focus on and who you’re right for.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
* [2:42] Kristen talks about her personal and professional background, plus how she started helping people build their personal brands.
* [4:29] How to be resourceful by figuring things out, to get to where you want to be.
* [5:57] Learn to give yourself time to feel the negative feelings and then pivot to what’s possible.
* [7:34] How Kristen serves her clients with encouragement and resilience.
* [11:24] How to effectively communicate and serve your identified audience through personal branding.
* [13:11] The importance of creating an avatar for your business to focus on.
* [16:40] Kristen explains how they help people build their personal brands and the importance of it.
* [24:25] The five factors that Kristen and her team put in place when helping clients build personal brands.
* [30:25] The ways that Brand Builders help their clients intentionally build personal brands and scale-up.
* [35:10] Kristen talks about her remarkable resilience and how she recognized the value of her story.
* [38:20] Why Kristen is committed for people not to give up on themselves.
* [39:31] She talks about the future of Brand Builders in serving people in 2021.
Quotes:
* “Everything you need is right in front of you; you just have to figure it out.”- Kristen [5:09]
* “It’s very easy to be victimized by our circumstances.”- Kristen [5:58]
* “If there’s confusion in your content then, there is confusion in who you’re looking to work with.”- Kristen [25:55]
* “Who you are today is best suited to serve who once were.”- Kristen [35:24]
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? If you have the right framework, it takes the guesswork out of Productivity.
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Feb 18, 2021
89. Your Biggest Problem Solved in a Day, Who Not How Shortcut Success
Have you heard of the ‘who not how’ principle? It states that before you ask yourself how to solve your problem, ask yourself who do you know that can help you solve it. The principle is designed as a shortcut to your success- to help you get there faster by asking the right questions.
In this episode, April combines her principle of ‘your greatest problem can be solved in a day by someone you know’ and the ‘who not how’ principles. Listen in to learn how to accelerate your business and life growth by finding and forming a partnership with your ‘who’.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [1:22] Make it a routine to ask yourself ‘who do I already know that could solve this problem for me?’
* [4:27] How to start asking the right questions in life and business by borrowing someone else’s genius to accelerate your growth exponentially.
* [6:55] Read the Who Not How book to understand how to allow a partnership between you and your ‘who’.
* [10:10] Where to find your ‘who’ by thinking of the category of your problem and then crowdsourcing your network.
* [12:04] Identify a problem you’re facing right now, be clear with the goal, and then ask yourself who you know that can help you with it.
* “Asking who is more than just delegation, it’s borrowing someone else’s genius.” [5:19]
* “There’s a better faster way, never be limited in your goals and ambitions because the key to the solution is finding your ‘who’. [7:24]
* “We only stop progressing if we stop taking the small consistent steps towards greatness.” [10:00]
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
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Feb 11, 2021
88. Time to do it now! Michelle Newman Founder of The New Mid, awarding-winning television exec turned coach and top-ranking podcaster
Our guest today is the Founder & CEO of The New Mid, Michelle Newman. She is a former award-winning television executive turned transformational life coach, and host of “The New Mid” podcast, which is ranked #7 in “The Top Ten Valuable Podcasts for Midlife Women.” She works with midlife women to take charge of their future and get rid of self-limiting beliefs in order to live an abundant second half.
Michelle shifted from the entertainment industry and focused on changing her mindset and becoming a solopreneur.
In this episode, we discuss how a brain hemorrhage forced Michelle to change her perspective about life and be open to new situations. Listen in to learn the importance of representing your brand and being consistent with whatever activities you engage in.
Some Questions Asked:
* [6:04] What was the catalyst for your shift from the entertainment industry?
* [13:37] How did you deal with the identity change from your career status to what you’re doing now?
* [20:40] Where does the backbone to make all these significant changes in your life come from?
* [33:34] Did you struggle with visibility on social media?
* [43:26] In the things that you do within your Facebook and on your podcast, can you give us some insights on the topics that you discuss and the journey that you take people through?
* [52:20] What’s next for Michelle?
In This Episode You Will Learn:
* [4:07] Michelle talks about her time in the entertainment industry and how a near-death experience shifted her life and career.
* [9:03] How to shift and be available to new situations and people- how Michelle’s brain hemorrhage led to meeting her husband.
* [14:07] She explains how she dealt with shifting from a demanding job to a dedicated mom and solopreneur.
* [17:05] The importance of helping and supporting midlife women who are doing great for themselves.
* [20:57] The power of believing in yourself- that you can do whatever you set your mind to.
* [21:56] Michelle talks about her interesting experience doing the Ironman before she became a mom.
* [26:36] The time management and discipline lessons she learned from spending time with Betty White.
* [30:26] The importance of consistency and showing up when you’re needed to.
* [33:45] How to use social media to create and promote your brand as an entrepreneur.
* [39:32] Michelle explains the importance of representing your authentic self on social media.
* [43:40] How Michelle coaches people to have the right mindset, surround themselves with three types of people, and build the right habits.
* [47:18] Why you should learn to ‘eat the ugliest frog first’; which is doing what you don’t like first.
* [49:45] Why you should develop the habit of drinking water for your mental and physical wellbeing.
* [52:26] What the future looks like for Michelle- continue expanding her coaching business and podcasting.
* [53:53] She advises you to continue going, and doing what is beneficial to your life.
Show notes Quotes:
* “The more you’re looking at that closed door, you’re not going to be able to see the other opportunities that are coming your way.”- Michelle [10:57]
* “You’re not going to love every step of it, it’s really consistent execution that gets us there.”- April [29:17]
* “Just figure it out, keep going, and show up for yourself and for the people that you’re serving.”- Michelle [30:48]
* “It all starts and ends with your mindset.”- Michelle [44:13]
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? If you have the right framework, it takes the guesswork out of Productivity.
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Feb 2, 2021
87. Should You Turn Down Business? Best Practices and Signs of Growth
Should you turn down business? So, you’ve been having a lot of business and feeling a little overwhelmed and don’t know whether it’s a good idea to say no or yes to that new business, right? The simple answer is, if you’re thinking about it, then you should do it.
In this episode, April discusses when and why you should turn down business as a new business owner. Listen in to learn how your limiting beliefs and scarcity mindset is stopping you from growing your business.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [1:59] How your limiting beliefs and old practices hold you back and can lead to burnout when you keep saying YES to every client as a solopreneur.
* [4:30] Turning down business is a sign of business growth. Avoid clients that are not a right fit for you or refer them to others who can handle them.
* [7:02] Fire a client. The secret to firing a client is doing it when you start thinking about it when your set expectations are not met.
* [10:01] If you’re feeling the need not to take on business, then turn it down.
Show notes Quotes:
* “When you’re growing your business, one of the signs of growth is turning down business.” [4:30]
* “Fear is keeping you from making the right decision for your business.” [7:30]
* “Do not let yourself un-fire to keep someone else warm.” [8:18]
* “It is our responsibility to communicate our needs and set expectations.” [9:07]
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
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Jan 28, 2021
86. The 6 Minute Simple Morning Routine that changes millions from Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs
The elusive morning routine- we are giving you a simple morning routine that has worked for millions. April recaps the 6 Steps of the SAVERS morning routine from Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs by Hal Elrod and Cameron Herold. She also shares her personal morning routine kettlebells and affirmations too.
What you will learn in this episode:
* Why is a Morning Routine so important?
* How to create a 6 minutes morning routine that will change your life
* A simple SAVERS method from Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs
SAVERS Morning Routine
S- Silence
A- Affirmations
V-Visualization
E-Exercise
R-Reading
S-Scribe
Quotes:
* Never decide in the morning what you are doing. Reduce the friction for the good habit.
* It doesn’t have to be my morning routine, Hal Elrod, Robin Sharma’s- it’s got to be YOURs. There are some things that are directly correlated with success, yes—but if you hate your morning- then you are doing something wrong!
* if your morning was utter chaos, it makes your day feel chaos. There is a better way.
* If you have kids—do yourself and them a favor and get up before them.
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Jan 21, 2021
85. Martin Hewlett, Clinical Hypnotherapist and host of the Calming Anxiety Podcast
April interviews Martin Hewlett, a renowned British hypnotherapist who has been guiding millions through a season of high anxiety and stress, and who's calming words have been a beacon of light to many through his podcast Calming Anxiety.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [11:56] If you rush you will make mistakes, just take a deep breath and say “I am going to do the best I can do” there is no need for stress or anger, don’t focus on the things you can not change.
* [13:18] How to manage anxiety and navigate change. Prioritize yourself and your mental health and then you will be able to look after your family.
* [16:48] Practicing mindfulness with your kids teaching them to know their emotions and work on them.
* [18:45] Parents apologizing to their kids is important. They know you make mistakes, own them.
* [19:55] Teaching our kids the value of debating. I didn’t get parenting right the first time, but that was my past (childhood) interfering.
* [35:12] How to deal with overwhelm and high-performance anxiety. You need to take time out 5-10 minutes a day to let your brain relax.
Show notes Quotes:
* “Don’t let the past define you but use it as an instrument of strength and growth.” [7:30]
* “You can change your world just by thinking about it”. ” [37:42]
* “The negative anchors of our past holds us from really being who we want to be” [50:10]
You can listen to Martin Hewlett podcast Calming Anxiety Podcast here:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/calming-anxiety/id1485448436 or at his website at www.martinhewlett.co.uk
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? If you have the right framework, it takes the guesswork out of Productivity.
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Jan 14, 2021
84. 5 Ways to Make a Mastermind Great, Tribe of Millionaires
We discuss the book Tribe of Millionaires, shared the 6 secret lessons, and show how it applies to 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨 and what makes them so freaking effective. For more info on what makes Masterminds great, reach the PivotMe team at info@pivot-me.com
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 What if One Choice Could Change Everything. [1:24]
#1 Connection Effect. Your future is remarkably shaped by those around you. Your life will be measured by the quality of your relationships.
#2 Propose effect. The right people reveal your true source of power.
#3 Authenticity effect. Be authentic, gain trust. You find your true self among those you trust.
#4 Accountability effect. Accountability is the world’s most powerful force.
#5 The Multiplier Effect. The right group of people compound your efforts and have a synergistic effect. Your net worth is your network.
#6 The Influence Effect. What may be the most important lesson of them all, as Tony Robbins says- you are the average of the 5 people you spend your time with. Implement these 6 lessons in your life and business, and it will radically improve in under 90 days.
𝗛𝗼𝘄? 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱. [9:58] They are small groups of people that regularly meet in the pursuit of a goal- through the goals can be different for each person. [11:54] Discussed by Napoleon Hill in his book Think and Grow Rich, Hill said, “No mind is complete by itself. It needs contact and association with other minds to grow and expand.” And it needs to be specific minds, or as April says—not your default peer group (the people you live, work, or are related to)—go out and pick the people!
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁?
1. [13:53] Consistency. It is a scheduled, sacred time, that does not get moved (weekly, monthly, or quarterly)
2. Goal-oriented. Actively in pursuit of a goal.
3. Accountability. Show up, be seen, hold yourself and others to a standard. If you get off track (spoiler alert—we all do) get back on track faster and have the courage to call out your team when they are off track. There is no perfect execution, you aren’t German engineering, just consistent execution.
4. Vulnerability. The Mastermind must be honest about both the joy of achievement and the pain of growth. Because there is pain.
5. No dog in the fight. No one is directly influenced by your decisions (different than a pure networking group), so they can give unadulterated advice. Where else in life do we get that?
If you are reaching for that next level of success, don’t do it alone. And don’t do it just with your default peer group. Love them, but seek out those that will educate and elevate you to levels you didn’t think possible.
To learn what makes Masterminds so successful, or if you’d like to know more about the PivotMe Masterminds we run each Wednesday, reach out to us info@pivot-me.com. Masterminds give you the power of expertise, connection, vulnerability, and – perhaps most important- accountability!
Jan 7, 2021
83. What's Causing Your Limp; Rewiring Your Brain
Is a past limp still serving you? Are those adjustments still protecting you, really? They’re probably just holding you back and you need to recognize it before you miss opportunities you believe you aren’t ready for. Start by deciding and then continue with the process of rewiring to walk your journey without a limp.
In this episode, April shares her limping story of how her brain tried to protect her from hurt that no longer existed. Listen in to learn how April’s story relates to how you’re probably holding on to past adjustments to a pain that no longer exists.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [0:58] April shares a throwback story of how she got held back by a limp.
* [5:52] How you try to protect yourself after getting hurt for survival and how that can hold you back over time.
* [6:47] Learn to recognize what’s holding you back before you miss opportunities that you think you aren’t ready for.
* “In life, especially after being hurt, we’re trying to protect ourselves, do anything to avoid that hurt again.” [5:57]
* “Change your story and you can change your life.” [6:50]
* “Walking without a limp is worth it.” [7:34]
Join us in this episode to learn how not to answer your emails at home and make your work-life integration safe!
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Dec 31, 2020
82. 10 Questions to Rock Your 2021 Reflection
On this momentous New Years’ eve, I’m going to share 10 Questions to Rock Your 2020 Reflection! And you need this- this year- because we don’t want to slip into 2021.
We can’t just whooo thank god that is over. We need to think about it. We need to mark this occasion. With Celebration, Reflection, and some change!
Happy New Year's Eve! Today is one of my favorite holidays. Or pre-holidays. New Year's eve is a significant moment in my book. A time of analysis, reflection, goal setting, gratitude, forgiveness – it is the personal development smorgasbord of growth.
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? If you have the right framework, it takes the guesswork out of Productivity.
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Dec 24, 2020
81. How to Let Go of 2020, Stone Drop
In today’s episode, we are going to be talking about… Stones you need to drop in in 2020. No not losing weight for my European listeners. I mean rocks, that you are carrying around.
They are weighing you down. Time to let things go! Let it go! • Way back in eps 27 Release your STONE and stop SABOTAGING we discussed the stones in depth. If you haven’t listened to that one already—scroll back to our early years- and have a listen to eps 27.
Why is this important now? Because 2021 is going to take work. It’s going to take focus. And we cannot be constantly distracted by all things that didn’t go right this year.
So we asked you—what are the Stones you need to leave behind from 2020? What needs to stay in 2020 and no get carried over into the new year—so you can start fresh.
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Are you struggling to stay focused? If you have the right framework, it takes the guesswork out of Productivity.
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Dec 17, 2020
80. How to use the Secret Formula in your life and Business FxFxE=Success %
What is taking you so long to get to the success of your goal? Success isn’t a mystery and can be quite predictable, but for it to work, you have to put in strategic work. What if there was a secret formula that you can use to get to your personal, business, or big project goals?
In this episode, April shares Cameron Herold’s Secret Formula to success- a quantitative way to predict success. Listen in to learn how to calculate the Focus x Faith x Effort = Success formula and execute it to ensure you reach your goals strategically.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [0:32] How to use the Focus x Faith x Effort = Success quantitative formula to predict the success of a personal or business goal. Give each of the 3 factors a rating like a percentage and calculate your realistic chances of success.
* [6:31] Think of the biggest needle-mover between the focus, faith, and effort factors when doing your calculations.
* [7:20] The power of affirmations, visualization, and getti…
Dec 10, 2020
79. Becoming A Successful Entrepreneur with Bestselling Author Cameron Herold
My guest today is a top business consultant, best-selling author of multiple books, and world-renowned speaker, Cameron Herold. He’s the driving force behind hundreds of companies’ exponential growth and he’s directly influenced innumerable businesses through his expertise.
Cameron is the founder of the COO Alliance, author of Double Double / Meetings Suck / Vivid Vision / Free PR / The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs. He is also the mastermind behind 1-800-GOT-JUNK?’s amazing growth as their COO plus the adviser to several large companies including a “Big 4” wireless carrier and a monarchy.
In this episode, we discuss how Cameron was groomed to become an entrepreneur at a young age and now uses that expertise to help grow businesses. Cameron shares the focus- faith- effort formula that you need to execute to become a successful entrepreneur.
Listen in to learn how to perfect the art of building a personal brand by design!
Some Questions I Ask:
* How does one becom…
Dec 3, 2020
78. Thanksgiving Hear From You! Part 2
As part of our Thanksgiving special, we are doing Part of 2 of Hearing from YOU! We hear from more listeners and we finally tell you...what the hell happened to Al!
April gives an update on her family’s, eh hem, pivot on Thanksgiving and how they still made it memorable – fire, lots of fire.
She also discusses how she realized she had been giving away her power to this season (pandemic, school closures, politics, health challenges, family loss, oh my!) and what she did about it…
Here are the 3 things she’s doing each day to take back her power and her focus:
1. Every morning list 3 things you are grateful for. And it can’t be the same 3 you picked yesterday.
2. Every morning list 1 thing you are looking forward to today.
3. In the evening list 1 thing that progressed today and 1 thing that went well. Remember Fulfillment is found in progress, so make sure we are progressing something each day.
It’s about training your eye to see what is going right in your li…
Nov 26, 2020
77. Thanksgiving Hear From You! Part 1
This week we heard from you! We did something different this week and connected with PivotMe listeners, staff, and others from around the world sharing the challenges they overcame this year and also something they are surprisingly grateful for.
We heard from people who moved into new careers, had huge swings in their business, lost a family member, got a dog, counted their blessings, screamed into their pillow—and everything in between.
Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on the year and our lives and take inventory.
Join us to hear of my own journey this year and mostly importantly why dogs are better than cats.
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Nov 19, 2020
76. Multiply Your Impact
Do you want to create a bigger impact than what you’re creating now? Stuck in that starfish story of impacting individuals instead of the massive impact you know you’re capable of? April was once there exhausted and stuck until she made that decision to change.
In this episode, April talks about how you can move from one-on-one level and intentionally magnify who you’re impacting.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [1:50] Stop impacting on a one on one level. It is important to understand that one-on-one impacts do matter but you need a bigger audience to influence. Be intentional when you’re influencing.
* [5:34] Look for ways to expand your impact. Think of the impact you’re going to make on either a few or the many and find ways to magnify that by teaching others how to impact.
Show notes Quotes:
* “You’ve got the ability to have a massive impact too and get a bigger bucket to get your starfish back in.”
* “Sometimes you’re going to just impact…
Nov 12, 2020
75. Two Simple Tips to NOT Answer Work Emails at Home
We’re sure you don’t want your work-life integration to become dangerous, right? The thing is, everything about you changes when you switch into work mode and it’s best if you don’t do that at night because it will possibly keep you up all night and annoy your loved ones.
In this episode, we want to share with you 2 simple tips to help you stop answering emails from home. It is important to understand that you need to be emotionally present with your family not just physically and those few minutes with your phone are not helping.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [5:27] Answer the emails from your car. Do this in the parking lot before you leave and make sure you don’t lose your hours to this by setting the timer. Then make sure that the commute time becomes your transitioning time from work to home.
* [7:35] Take email notification off your phone. Remove your email icon on your main screen to make sure you have to go looking for it and hence find it difficult to…
Nov 5, 2020
74. How to Get Your Financial $Hit Together with Bestselling Author Rachel Richards
Our guest today is the best-selling author of two books on financial literacy; Money Honey and Passive Income Aggressive Retirement, Rachel Richards. She’s a former financial advisor and a real estate investor with almost 40 units. She quit her job and retired at the age of 27 and now helps thousands of people work their way out of financial despair.
Rachel is now living off over $15,000 per month in passive income and is on a mission to empower female millennials to take control of their financial future.
In this episode, we discuss how and when Rachel developed her passion for financial independence and garnered the courage to execute her ideas. Rachel shares the major lessons she has learned in her journey from a corporate job to living off passive income.
Some Questions Asked:
* [2:48] Did you purposely seek out real estate for the passive income and what made you think, ‘this is what I want to pursue’?
* [10:16] When you wrote your first book, what were the carols fo…
Oct 29, 2020
73. Outsmart Your Brain, Say No the 4th Time Too
In what area of your life do you feel obligated to say yes even when it should be a no simply because it’s stacked on top of a pile of no’s? We battle with our brains and often lose at the fourth no because we want to reward ourselves after the perceived sacrifice.
In this episode, I share how you can outsmart your brain by being aware of that moment that you’re about to say that dreaded yes.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [3:50] How we want to reward ourselves with a YES after saying NO. Your brain tricks you into a reward after a perceived sacrifice even when it hurts you.
* [5:57] How to be intentional about your decision-making to outsmart your brain. Be aware of the NO that your brain has planned will sabotage your goals. Get clear and make decisions that support your goals.
Join me as you learn how to say the fourth NO with the same vigor as you did on the first three to outsmart your brain!
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at yo…
Oct 22, 2020
72. Get to Know April Garcia
My guest on the show today is me as I get interviewed by Ashley Baxter of the Courageous Worth Podcast. I talk about how I help entrepreneurs work towards a greater good even as they reach their goals.
I share my entrepreneurial journey, doing humanitarian work in developing nations, and starting my current business that helps small businesses across the globe. We dive into the topic of intentional living and how most of our decisions are made in isolation.
Listen in to learn how to stay and become successful in your own lane as an entrepreneur without comparison.
Some Questions I was Asked:
* What does a day in the life of April Garcia look like? [1:47]
* Tell us about your business now, what do you do, who do you help and how? [7:22]
* Of all the humanitarian work that you’ve done, what is one of them that really sticks out to you that’s been meaningful? [11:04]
* What is one of your favorite qualities about yourself and how do you live that quality out? [17:14]
In T…
Oct 15, 2020
71. Brittany Hodak: How to Choose One Thing and Be Great in It
My guest in this episode is a successful entrepreneur and a sought-after keynote speaker who teaches sales and marketing leaders to multiply their customers by creating superfans, Brittany Hodak. She is the co-founder of The Superfan Company, a multimillion-dollar fan-engagement agency that has worked with brands including Disney, Amazon, Walmart, Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, the Boston Red Sox. In 2015, she was on ABC’s Shark Tank and was offered deals from four Sharks at a valuation of more than $4 million.
In this episode, we discuss how she never thought of becoming an entrepreneur until she took the risk of starting The Superfan Company at 26 years. Brittany shares about the pivotal moment when she left her multistate agency to become a keynote speaker.
Some Questions I Ask:
* Did you have formal speaking training or are you a naturally gifted speaker? [5:58]
* Did you struggle with identity of switching away from being associated with your company? [13:05]
* You’ve enjoye…
Oct 8, 2020
70. Build Me Up Buttercup: How to Build Your Confidence
How do you quickly increase your confidence? Because really, more often, confidence is not inherent but rather created. Increasing your confidence will be the beginning of improving many aspects of your life.
In this episode, April shares five things you can do to quickly build your confidence. You’ll be surprised by some of these simple and easily overlooked tips that can tremendously improve both your professional and personal life.
What you will learn in this episode:
* [1:49] Tell yourself a better Story. Always keep in mind that it’s not the events of your life that matter most but the stories you tell yourself about the events in your lives. You have a choice whether to reach for a positive or negative story. Advice: Stop looking for evidence to support a negative narrative but instead a positive one that makes you feel confident!
* [4:03] Affirmations. These are based on science and teach your brain a new different way to think. Learn to pick empowering affirmations;…
Oct 1, 2020
69. First Comes Ridicule; When They Don’t See Your Vision
You will be celebrated when you become successful.
But not one. Second. Before.
People will not support you when you do something that does not fit into their image of you or the role, they believe you should be playing. You will be criticized, met with concern, and ridiculed.
The people closest to us will be the first ones to say it’s impossible. These words stop your progression and are hurting. Remember that no matter how good or noble your idea is, it won’t lack ridicule at some level. I did things out of the norm and they were often met with ridicule.
Your goal should be to focus on your purpose and press on without other people’s approval. Many successful people I’ve talked to say they didn’t share their ideas because there were chances of being ridiculed.
Your ridicule now will be where you draw strength tomorrow when you face a similar problem. Join me in this episode as we talk about success and ridicule!
Resources Mentioned: Untamed by Glennon Doyle What c…
Sep 24, 2020
68. Protecting Your Business Against Vulnerabilities and Avoidable Problems with Matthew Davis
Matthew Davis is a lawyer who runs a very successful practice in several cities in Oklahoma and Kansas, he graduated from Cornell College with a Summa Cum Laude and with Distinction. He established a law firm where they help business owners protect themselves and their problems and vulnerabilities.
In this episode, Matthew explains how he observed what people hate in the law industry and looked for a way to change that. He also explains the concept of protecting your business and how he’s trying to change the law to structurally and systematically help people protect themselves from problems and vulnerabilities causing problems.
Listen in to learn about the nine external and internal vulnerabilities where your threats come from and how to systematically protect your business for effectiveness.
Some Questions I Ask:
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[6:35] Why did he pick the quarter-million to $10 million in revenue range; did it naturally happen?
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[17:02] Is it that a lot of businesses do not identify w…
Sep 17, 2020
67. 3 Steps to Stop Giving Power to an Old Hurt
“Why am I still retelling this old story of how that person wronged me?”
When we retell an old story, an old pain, we give energy to it and form a stronger connection to it. Retelling that story makes it more important, more significant. Don’t let that story or person get Air Time. Like a fire that needs oxygen to burn, stop giving it oxygen. To become the best version of you, you must move past the problems, current or past.
Vow to stop retelling that story over the potato salad at the BBQ. Be in solution mode. 80% of your time goes to the solution (if there is one) and 20% to the problem. Your old business partner that took more than his fair share in that deal? The job you didn’t get? Do something about it, or stop thinking about it. Stop telling that damn story at BBQs! Don’t let it occupy your valuable mental real estate! Teaching yourself where to put your focus and energy will pay you massive dividends.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂…
Sep 10, 2020
66. Pivot Point: We Are In An Inflection Point
Sometimes in life we come to a major crossroads. And sometimes you can blow right through that crossroads and not even know it's there...until it's in your rear view mirror.
So today we ask - is right now one of those times for you?
In this episode we talk about inflection points or what we refer to as pivot points—those moments where you have an opportunity to choose differently and alter course. Many times we’re forced into this moment through radical change or tragedy...
April shares her own story as well as one of her clients, who went through a really dark time but emerged from the fog and was able to start his own business; something he might not have achieved without seeing and seizing that moment.
At the end of this podcast, April encourages everyone to reflect on our past inflection points and the decisions we made in those times; how understanding your past decisions will give you power and purpose in the next one.
Connect with me on Facebook.com/theparilgarcia an…
Sep 3, 2020
65. Be your own doc and balance mind and body with entrepreneur Dr. Paige
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Paige Gutheil—an osteopathic family physician, teacher and founder—and we delve on the following topics: Dr. Paige building membership model (her virtual comprehensive primary care), being our best own doctor, her experiences in her actual practice, and being the best purpose-driven mom you can possibly be.
Dr. Paige also shares the advantages and the disadvantages in providing comprehensive primary care and integrative health memberships virtually. Listen to her talk about her business and the struggles that come with it in this episode.
She provides tips on how to be your own best doctor and teaches how to self Rx (self prescribe) Whole Health—body, mind, spirit and life! Plus, she shares how her Signature Whole Health tools and support systems came to be.
Furthermore, Dr Paige and I also speak about her actual practice, being an entrepreneur, and how she acts as doctor-therapist-coach for her patients. Find out how stress affects our Whole H…
Aug 27, 2020
64. How to Transition to New Situations and Show up as Your Best
Be mindful of transitional moments and choose to show up as your best. Not perfect, perfect is a fallacy. But just reaching for something—more. We have to switch gears very quickly between the roles we play in life. We are switching many many times in a day. Be aware of those transitional moments, and be intentional about how we close out one role and show up to our next. It could be switching between a conversation with a peer about a project, and then switching into a leadership role with a client to navigate a difficult problem.
Those two roles, the two environments, demand a different version of us. The first one with your peer—your intention or goal may be Collaboration or Problem-Solving. But with your client, it might Leadership or Confidence to move them ahead. Another example that is SO RELEVANT in today’s environment is – working parents vacillating between work-mode and parent-mode. April speaks with a Project Manager about a missed deliverable very differently than…
Aug 20, 2020
63. When You Outgrow Your System - Destroy It!
What system do you have, that you need to creatively destroy? When considering scaling, growth, and reaching the proverbial next level- we must first make sure we aren’t tying ourselves every day to an anchor.
Review what system you’ve built, that no longer serve you. What practices do you have, that no longer serve you? If you are running a business, you should not run a $2M business the same way you run a $200K business.
But it's easy to try. And then our time and energy are wasted on making our old system work when we really needed to just burn it to the ground. If you’ve had the same customers for three years, offer the same product mix, and charge the same amount—you or your customers are on the verge of outgrowing each other.
Evaluate what system you have that is holding you back. Is it driving 90 minutes to have a friend work on your car, instead of paying retail just to save a buck? Are you being “cheap with your time”? There are truth, beauty, and gr…
Aug 13, 2020
62. Increase Confidence, Increase Commission, Top Performing Leader and Author Anthony Garcia
“𝗜𝗳 𝗜’𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁, 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹—𝗺𝘆 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝘂𝗽”.
Anthony is the ultimate fake it until you make it story. At 22 he was trying to negotiate a steep discount on a commercial space for his team, that didn’t exist yet. He had to stop his mama from bursting into his office and letting on to his age and inexperience. Anthony has come a long way. Anthony created his 1st business and built a team of over 100 sales reps at the age of 22 and has gone on to coach and mentor hundreds of top performing sales professionals. He is now a 17 year veteran of sales and an expert in sales training, recruiting, goal achievement and motivating sales people to peak perform…
Aug 6, 2020
61. MultiplyMe Launch: How to Get 3x Work Done in Less Time
Big week for the PivotMe Team and my company Maven! This is the week that we launched MultiplyMe, the digital course showing you how to get more done, in less time. Today we give 5 tips from the course so you can be more productive TODAY.
1. Manage Distraction - don’t look at everything that’s on your list. If you look at all the things, it will become overwhelming. Look at one thing at a time. Put your phone/inbox on Airplane mode while completing a critical task.
2. Time Block. Time Block your activities by picking one thing you will focus on at a time. You allocate a chunk of time, in advance, that you are going to handle a task. At 2pm read this report. At 10am schedule the dentist appointment. If you do not have a specific time you are “scheduled” to do something, you are less likely and less effective at getting it done
3. Set A Timer. A modification of the Pomodoro technique, set a timer and race against the clock to get your one thing done.
4. Ruthless Prioritizatio…
Jul 30, 2020
60. Newest Person in the Room, still can add most value
You might be the newest person in the room, but it doesn’t mean you are the least valuable. If you are the newest business, employee, coach—that doesn’t mean that you have the least value to add. It doesn’t mean your services or product are bottom dollar.
You must charge based on the value you bring, and what the marketplace will pay.
If you are an excellent communicator, disciplined, motivating, etc. then you are more effective at whatever your given craft is—and should be compensated.
Thinking about stepping up and stepping out?
People aren’t going to like it, and “life-ers” may doubt your pricing and your worthiness.
Don’t waste a minute on them. They chose their path. Now you chose yours.
Focus on adding tremendous value. Leveraging ALL your skills.
You might be the newest person in the room. But you might add the MOST value.
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Be productive. Be effective. And perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? Still, need to get thing…
Jul 22, 2020
59. From Near Death to Global Success - Ian Koniak, Strategic Account Executive Salesforce
𝐻𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑢𝑝𝑠𝑖𝑑𝑒 18 𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑎𝑖𝑟, 𝑝𝑒𝑜𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑠𝑢𝑑𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑚𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑖𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑇𝑢𝑏𝑒, 𝐼𝑎𝑛 𝑚𝑎𝑑𝑒 𝑎 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑚𝑖𝑠𝑒 𝑡𝑜 ℎ𝑖𝑚𝑠𝑒𝑙𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑑 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔.
Dig in to this Inspirational, Insightful, and Vulnerable interview with Sales Expert Ian Koniak. With over 100M sold at Fortune 500 companies, Ian is a leading expert in sales and his global clients have included Berkshire Hathaway, Experian, Activision, Toshiba, and Panda Express.
Today he digs deep with us about his rise to success, his rocky start in management, and the amazing success he’s had in the last 3 years. We learn so much from Ian’s story. He had risen to the top, literally, but knew it was not enough. Ian takes us on a jou…
Jul 15, 2020
58. Do Your Goals Intimidate Others? Don’t Play Small!
As you become a bigger fish in the pond, it will intimate others. As your desires, ambition or success rise, so might the feeling that others are intimidated by you.
You ambition might shine a light on them. Highlight their own insecurity. And while that’s easier to manage when its an internet troll or Sally in Accounting, it gets sticky when its someone close to us.
In this episode you learn how to navigate our ambition, and most importantly, NO AMOUNT of niceness will help those that are threatened by your success.
You cannot be polite enough to quiet their concerns without being small.
Haters gonna hate. That’s what they do. But you need to keep moving ahead. Take steps forward. Don’t. Get. Small.
No amount of politeness, no amount of bake sales, volunteer work, or quietness at the table you deserve to be at—will help. Stand up. Stand out. Keep pushing. Keep hustling. Bring as many people along as you can.
If it is someone you love, let them know they are stil…
Jul 9, 2020
57. From Broken Down Subaru to Trail-Building CEO of a Major Energy Bar Company (Part 2) - Wes King, Founder and CEO Tahoe Trailbar
Join us with this incredibly insightful discussion with Wes King Founder and CEO of Tahoe Trailbar, an amazing tasting energy bar that is fueling people all over the U.S. https://tahoetrailbar.com/us
Part 2 of our chat with Wes King, Founder and CEO of Tahoe Trail bar. Wes continues to rock our world with his tale of a guy crazy enough to load an insane tonnage of energy bars into his Subaru and try to sell them to local stores. He gives advice on managing yourself in times of doubt and shares his powerful morning routine.
Quotable Wes King lines:
“I am just a product of great people who have helped me along the way…”
“Is everything happening in your life an inconvenience or an opportunity to learn?”
And when he gave one piece of advice to give us reprieve in times of doubt—"it would be PLAN. Write down a plan and vet it with 2-3 mentors.”
Tahoe Trail Bar is the perfect plant based nutrition powerhouse for the ‘outdoor obsessed’ who hunger for high-quality, grea…
Jul 2, 2020
57. From Broken Down Subaru to Trail-Building CEO of a Major Energy Bar Company (Part 1) - Wes King, Founder and CEO Tahoe Trailbar
Join us with this incredibly insightful discussion with Wes King Founder and CEO of Tahoe Trailbar, an amazing tasting energy bar that is fueling people all over the U.S. https://tahoetrailbar.com/us/ Wes shares his insights, his daily practices, and his view on business and self. He is unassuming, raw, and honest. He gives us a rare glimpse behind the scenes of what it was like building Tahoe Trailbar, the struggles, the wins, and the habits he’s adopted to continue their success.
Wes asks some really thought-provoking questions like: “How much of your time are you spending doing EXACTLY, what you want to do?” “Did I show up differently in the terrifying months? Did I treat people differently when I was not sure what was going to happen? And did I forget the feeling of humility around not knowing what would happen next, when the months are really good?”
Get your pen and paper out friend, because this is a notetaking kinda conversation. ENJOY!
Resources: Simple Numbers , G…
Jun 25, 2020
55. 4 People you need in life to succeed
In today’s episode we talk about the 4 people you need in life to succeed!
We will walk through who they are, what role they play in your life, and how you can find them!
In this episode you will learn:
The importance of having 4 Key roles in your life: Coach, Mentor, Cheerleader, and Friend.
How to identify the people you need in life to shorten the path to success.
How to bring them into your life, if one position is vacant. You will also hear about April’s trip to #RiseBusinessConference to see Chris Hogan with her introverted friend and the tension between front row and last seat in the house. Nobody puts Baby in the corner.
Book Reference:
Everyday Millionaires: How Ordinary People Built Extraordinary Wealth — and How You Can Too," Chris HoganWhat do you do now to execute on the content? Get your journal and let’s make your list!
Coach--?
Mentor--?
Cheerleader--?
Friend--?
What to do if a position is vacant? Not a problem, someone you know knows them. You…
Jun 18, 2020
54. LIVE: From Coroners Office to 7 Figure Entrepreneur - Jillian Flodstrom, Host Scale Your Small Business
As a seven-figure entrepreneur Jillian has created, launched, and built five different businesses in three different industries.
Hear Jillian’s pivotal moment when a car crash forced her to rethink how she did business. Learn how she moved from the coroner’s office to life as an international business owner, and we get real about the mass exodus of talented women leaving the workforce because they can't see how to align parenting with their career path…
Wildly successful and relatable, Jillian is an interview you don’t want to miss!
As the founder of FND Insurance & Financial Services, LLC, her current business, is one of the elite few
that was chosen in all of the state of Washington to be the preferred provider by the Washington Health Benefit Exchange and has been featured regularly in the media.
From forensic biologist to health insurance broker and entrepreneur to international business owner, Jillian Flodstrom
is a specialist in helping her clients mitigate the feel…
Jun 11, 2020
53. How to ReBalance your Life with the Wheel of Life tool
Let’s just be honest, who’s life is out of balance at the moment? Who’s struggling to stay focused on our goals, show up as your best self, and not get pulled down a hole?
You want to still reach for the next level of success, perform at your best, but it’s hard.
If you aggressively nodded your head, then this podcast is for you!
Life is a (Re)Balancing act.
There is no perfect balance that you strike. You don’t get all the plates of your life and business spinning, and then sit back and admire your hard work indefinitely.
We show you how to do a weekly check-in to maintain your balance and reinforce your wooden boat.
And we give you FREE our Wheel of Life (download HERE https://www.pivot-me.com/wheel-of-life/) to use so you can quantity the areas of your life right now.
Next Steps:
1. Do an end of week review—how am I doing? If every week was like this week—where would I be in 5 years?
2. Download the Wheel of Life, do it today! And then continue to do it on…
Jun 8, 2020
52. PivotPoint: Education without Execution is Distraction
Are you executing on all that amazing content your consuming? If not you might just be getting distracted from executing on what's in front of you.
April reminds us about the importance of executing consistently, to reach your goals.
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Our new digital course 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗠𝗲, shows you how to be laser-focused, so you can get 3x as much done in fewer hours a day.
Master a productivity technique today that will give you a high-performance advantage in ANY season!
𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗥 www.pivot-me.com/multiplyme/
Jun 4, 2020
51. LIVE: Kim Karr
Our guest this week is Kim Karr, Co-Founder of the non-profit #ICANHELP, teaching students and adults to use technology and social media for good.
ICANHELP is an outcome-based program, receiving recognition from names like the New York Yankees, Google, Twitter, & Facebook. www.icanhelpdeletenegativity.org
Kim is joining us to discuss the work they do and how they are navigating during the quarantine.
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Model good digital etiquette ourselves if we want others/our kids to have it
2. Students are not our future. They are our present
3. Never say “My kid would never do that!” You might be surprised.
4. Suggestions for parents “Show me your day”.
5. Check data each month. An increase can be a sign of trouble
6. Companies she needs to work with Amazon and Microsoft. Who do you know that can help?
7. She want to partner with a Marke…
Jun 1, 2020
50. LIVE: Matthew Davis
In light of the changing times with Covid19 virus, we are delivering insightful interviews with clients, partners and friends on how they are navigating the rapidly changing environment, keeping their businesses moving ahead, and supporting their team and community.
Our guest is Matthew Davis. Attorney, Speaker and Author of 'The Art of Preventing Stupid', Matthew gives us some much needed levity, talks about how his business is coping, and introduces us to the feelgood power of Zydeco music!
Find out more:https://matthewneilldavis.com/
Now more than ever, please join the PivotMe team during these impromptu interviews and share with other business owners that can use the support at the moment.
See more PivotMe Lives on our website https://www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ Be productive. Be effective. And perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? Still, need to get things checked off, but finding it harder than ever?
If you have the right framework, you can…
May 28, 2020
49. LIVE: Be Concerned, But Don’t Be Afraid -Denise Barcomb, President The Urban Market & Gift Baskets
In light of the changing times with Covid19 virus, we are delivering insightful interviews with clients, partners and friends on how they are navigating the rapidly changing environment, keeping their businesses moving ahead, and supporting their team and community.
Our guest is Denise Barcomb, President of The Urban Market & Gift Baskets.
Denise talks about how she and her business are adapting to these uncertain times.
Find out more: www.umreno.com
Now more than ever, please join the PivotMe team during these impromptu interviews and share with other business owners that can use the support at the moment.
See more PivotMe Lives on our website https://www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ Be productive. Be effective. And perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? Still, need to get things checked off, but finding it harder than ever?
If you have the right framework, you can deliver high-quality output to create a massive impact!
Our new digital course Multip…
May 25, 2020
48. LIVE: Playing The Long Game, Why Clients From 2008 Are Going All-In? - Matt Starrett, Founder & Owner TRU Venture Marketing
In light of the changing times with Covid19 virus, we are delivering insightful interviews with clients, partners and friends on how they are navigating the rapidly changing environment, keeping their businesses moving ahead, and supporting their team and community.
Our guest is Matt Starrett, Founder & Owner of TRU Venture Marketing, Digital Marketing specialists.
Matthew talks through some of the opportunities he has identified during this time and why 2008 clients are playing the long game and going all in.
Find out more: www.Truvm.com
Now more than ever, please join the PivotMe team during these impromptu interviews and share with other business owners that can use the support at the moment.
See more PivotMe Lives on our website https://www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ Be productive. Be effective. And perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? Still, need to get things checked off, but finding it harder than ever?
If you have the right framework, you c…
May 21, 2020
47. LIVE: While Other People Are Contracting—Push! - Dana Doswell, Co-Founder Sidepart Digital & Owner of Dozzy Inc.
We are delivering insightful interviews with clients, partners and friends on how they are navigating the rapidly changing environment, keeping their businesses moving ahead, and supporting their team and community.
Our guest is Dana Doswell, a digital marketing expert out of Toronto, co-founder of Sidepart Digital & Owner of Dozzy Inc.
Dana talks about the changes her business has gone through and some of the powerful things businesses can do at this time to have an impact.
Find out more: www.sidepart.com
Now more than ever, please join the PivotMe team during these impromptu interviews and share with other business owners that can use the support at the moment.
See more PivotMe Lives on our website https://www.pivot-me.com/interviews/
Be productive. Be effective. And perform at your best. Even now.
Are you struggling to stay focused? Still, need to get things checked off, but finding it harder than ever?
If you have the right framework, you can deliver high-quality output…
May 18, 2020
46. LIVE: Having a Podcast, Might Be The “New Band” - Ben William, Audio Specialist & Owner Rokkwood Audios
Our guest is Ben Williams is a composer, editor and producer with twenty years in the entertainment industry.
He now owns Rokkwood Audio, where he helps entrepreneurs and influencers to define, amplify and broadcast their brand with tailored audio content that fits like a glove.
Connect with Ben Williams at www.rokkwoodaudio.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Hear what are the two most recognizable sounds in the world
2. 22 minutes in, you find out how our guest may have just been nicknamed #ballsyben
3. Before you decide on the name of your podcast and your website, start with the end in mind. Start with Why do you want to start one? What is the end game (teaching, monetization, promote a business)? Who is your audience? What’s out there already, and how are you different
4. Learn how to develop an audio brand and why its so important.
5. How having a podcast, m…
May 14, 2020
45. LIVE Get Back in Alignment With Your Vision - Monica Leed, CEO & Owner Simply Spaced & Author of Simply Spaced
Our guest is Monica Leed, CEO and owner of Simply Spaced, a Los Angeles based professional organizing company. She is also the author of Simply Spaced, Clear the Clutter and Style Your Life.
Website: www.simplyspaced.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/simplyspaced
Book: amzn.to/2jQ7R7d
Monica talks about using your time to the fullest during change, and is very open about the challenges as well as the opportunities she has encountered. Find out more: https://simplyspaced.com/
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Getting organized helps people to clear the physical and the emotional clutter (2:25)
2. Our environments can be a mirror showing us who we are and our priorities (6:06)
3. During challenging times, we can heal and feel less overwhelm by taking care of the small things that we can control. You see how capable you are when you can put the chaotic into order (8:29)
4. May…
May 11, 2020
44. LIVE: Assume Positive Intent - Armando Lanuti, President Creative Works
Our guest is Armando Lanuti, President of Creative Works, creators of immersive attractions for the location-based entertainment industry.
Armando talks through some of the big challenges his company is facing and how we can all move forward in changing times.
Find out more: www.thewoweffect.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here https://www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
* Assume Positive Intent (23:12)
* Businesses need to make cleanliness part of the show(30:20)
* Use an Entre-leadership reporting tool (or something similar) to check in with your team. Be intentional and specific with your questions. (36:21)
* Open and share Audible accounts with staff- focus this time on education and self-improvement. (38:38)
* If I need to micromanage my staff, then I made the wrong decision during the hiring process. (47:44)
* “Responsible Freedom” (50:17)
* Decompression, not Distraction. Reach for somethi…
May 7, 2020
43. LIVE: Make The Best Out Of Everything - Ajay Hira, Owner Jesse Boy
Our guest is Ajay Hira is the owner of Jesse Boy restaurant in Los Angeles, California, where they specialize in fried Korean cuisine. He is also the owner of several yogurt shops in Central California.
Ajay talks about using your time to the fullest during change, something we can all appreciate at this time. Find out more: www.jesseboyeats.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Using knowledge gained from prior business challenges to navigate current times (4:46)
2. Having a business declared “non-essential” during Covid19 (7:48)
3. Supporting your team through layoffs (10:03)
4. Implementing safety measures for staff and customers (12:33)
5. Leading by example (13:17)
6. Safety distancing, not social distancing (23:34)
7. Opportunity to leverage your social media accounts (25:14)
8. Restaurant delivery apps (or any app that applies to your business) as a way to s…
May 4, 2020
42. LIVE: Using Your Time To The Fullest During Change - Susan McVea, Founder Sales Mastery Society & Host of Master the Sales Game
Our guest is Susan McVea is the founder of the Sales Mastery Society and host of Master the Sales Game Podcast. A Business Sales Strategist based in Vancouver, Canada, she helps entrepreneurs and small business owners become comfortable and passionate with marketing their products and services to increase revenue.
Website: www.susanmcvea.com
Facebook: Susan McVea
Instagram: @susanmcvea
Susan talks about using your time to the fullest during change, something we can all appreciate at this time.
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Daily check-ins on her Slack channel to see how her team members are doing emotionally during these difficult times. Uses a 1-5 scale. (6:48)
2. Keep work as normal as possible so your employees have consistency and stability while allowing the flexibility required of the situation (11:40)
3. ClickUp is an amazing project management program that help…
Apr 30, 2020
41. LIVE: Leverage This Time To Build A Strong Foundation For The Future - Julie Holmes, Inventor & Co-Founder HeyMic! & Just Innovate Inc.
Our guest Julie Holmes is the inventor of HeyMic! and Co-Founder of Just Innovate Inc. HeyMic! is their wireless, Bluetooth microphone that they sell worldwide. Their products are versatile and primarily marketed to content creators but are also used at events and in schools. Julie is based in Denver, Colorado.
Website: www.loveheymic.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Many businesses are struggling with distribution challenges and order delays due to lockdowns (4:00)
2. Her company chose to discount the price of their products by 50% in order to help small business owners afford products that would help them be productive and creative while working from home (8:43)
3. Check in with your staff to see how they are doing (11:34)
4. Utilizes WhatsApp as her main communication platform for her international staff (13:53)
5. Opportunities are there for startup business…
Apr 27, 2020
40. LIVE: Waking Up To The Opportunities Right Now - Al Kline, Founder of TAG
Al Kline is the owner and founder of The Appraisal Group (TAG), a real estate appraisal company that provides commercial and residential valuation services in Maple Grove, MN.
Website: www.tagmn.com
Email: Akline@tagmn.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. The market has always fluctuated, it will rebound (6:01)
2. Shifting business services with virtual alternatives during quarantine (15:56)
3. Advice for investors/sellers (19:54)
4. Look for any available incentives to help your business (20:46)
5. Goal setting with the help of a Mastermind Group (23:34)
6. Get familiar with all aspects of your company and find ways to simplify (24:50)
7. Technology and remote work allows for many new opportunities (34:02)
8. Finding joy and positivity in unexpected places, you can find small ways to make a difference for people (38:04)
9. Relationships are formed in times o…
Apr 23, 2020
39. LIVE: Seek A Higher Mission And Help Others - Jackie Munoz, Owner & Founder J&H Insurance
Jackie Munoz is owner and founder of J&H Insurance company based in Calgary, Canada. She specializes in ensuring clients with high-risk occupations and extreme sport enthusiasts to make sure that they and their families receive the help that they need, when they need it.
Facebook: J&H Insurance (@jandhinsurancecalgary)
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Adapting business practices quickly to meet Canadian regulations for the insurance industry (4:40)
2. Adapt. Get out of your comfort zone and be flexible to serve your clients (6:02)
3. She created a script and a schedule for her staff so they could care for clients while following safety guidelines (7:25)
4. Shifting office/ business to virtual setting (8:44)
5. As a business owner and a leader, do not fear failure (10:46)
6. Positive self-talk to help you move forward during uncertainty (13:00)
7. Supporting and leading…
Apr 20, 2020
38. LIVE: Faith And Transformation In The Time Of COVID-19 - Mark Keene, Owner Tcoaches
Our guest Mark Keene is the Owner of Transformation Coaching, a Mastermind Coach and long-time Pastor. The combination of his love for people and high energy allow him to serve and push people to fulfill their potential.
Connect with Mark Keene at www.tcoaches.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Serving and supporting others through this pandemic (5:15)
2. People are looking for leadership. There is an opportunity for business leaders to step up. (7:23)
3. Communication is vital (9:47)
4. Tomorrow was an unknown and nothing was guaranteed BEFORE Covid19, it is no different now. (11:58)
5. Fill the leadership gap to counteract negativity and fear (12:45)
6. Uses Slack and Zoom to be consistent in business and also to maintain the human connection (14:56)
7. Leadership during adversity: you do not step down, you step up. (22:25)
8. You can still sell a product dur…
Apr 16, 2020
37. LIVE: You Can Connect And Run Your Business Everywhere—Here’s How - Ashley Krooks, Owner @ohtheplacesashgoes
Our guest is Ashley Krooks is the founder of ohtheplacesashgoes Brand, a world-traveler and international businesswoman who helps new entrepreneurs and businesses gain successful social media presence.
Instagram: @ohtheplacesashgoes
Facebook: Ashley Krooks
Website: www.LifeOutsidethe9-5.com
She shares how she's pivoting in these changing times; the challenges, the winning habits, and how she manages an online team.
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Organized virtual summits with speakers on how to operate businesses during these uncertain times (6:39)
2. Crisis gives people the opportunity to step up and lead, fill the gap and serve others (14:39)
3. This is the time to Innovate (15:05) (24:55)
4. There is an opportunity to solve a problem for people identify a gap in the marketplace and fill it (15:52)
5. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (21:00-21:55)
6. Importance of a m…
Apr 13, 2020
36. LIVE: Navigating Growth During An Economic Slowdown - Peter Brear, President Starboard Aeronautical & Archer Plastics
Our guest Peter Brear is Owner, Operator and President of Starboard Aeronautical, specializing in manufacturing components for helicopters and fixed wing aircraft and Archer Plastics where they provide custom manufacturing for several industries. Peter is based in Vancouver, Canada
Website: www.starboardaero.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Repurposed machinery to supply protective equipment during this crisis (2:53)
2. Make sure that accounts are paid in a timely manner to keep cash flowing and encourage customers to communicate if they are having difficulties (4:24)
3. Talk to your bank/lenders to see what kind of help or reprieve they may be offering on loans during this crisis (10:30)
4. Remain calm, even if those around you are feeling anxious (26:58)
5. Tools to use in your mindfulness practice (29:20)
6. Do not hesitate to reach out for help (33:19)
7. Be…
Apr 9, 2020
35. LIVE: Babajide Okusanya and Mike Forrester
Our guests today are Babajide Okusanya is co-founder and CTO of MakersValley, an online platform that specializes in connecting high-end fashion designers from around the world with Italian manufacturers and helps them negotiate and navigate the language, culture and terms of the industry to streamline the process of starting a clothing line. He is calling in today from Naples, Italy. Connect with Babajide Okusanya at www.makersvalley.net
And,
Mike Forrester is the owner of Mike Forrester Coaching and Kojeta IT Consulting based in Wichita, Kansas. The focus of his coaching is helping men overcome fear, anxiety and depression to live bold and courageous lives. Connect with Mike Forrester at www.TheMikeForrester.com
Together we talk about the challenges of staying productive and positive, and how we can all support each other through these challenging times. (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Hi…
Apr 6, 2020
34. LIVE Changing Your State To Change Your Life - Frank Clark, President Lewis & Clark Inc.
Our guest Frank Clark is President of Lewis and Clark Inc., where they buy, refurbish and sell electronics equipment around the world. He is also an accomplished life, business and success coach. He is based in Tampa, Florida.
Website: www.lewis-clark.com
Coaching website: themrorange.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Uses Zoom for meetings with his team to maintain face to face contact as much as possible. Also utilizes email, text messages and WhatsApp to stay connected (5:21)
2. Managing an international business during a time of fear with grace and patience (6:46)
3. We are common in our vulnerability (9:10)
4. State management as a leader (9:54)
5. Showing up with intention for the people in your life (staff/family) (12:24)
6. Changing focus (14:35)
7. We have the opportunity to do all of the things that we usually do not have time to do. Use this time w…
Apr 2, 2020
33. LIVE: Adapting Operations With Transparency And Compassion - Relina Shirley, CEO HIDEit Mounts, Inc.
Our guest Relina Shirley is the co-founder and CEO of HIDEit Mounts, Inc., an electronics manufacturer based in Reno, NV. They specialize in wall mounts for game consoles, cable boxes and media players. You can find their products at their website, Amazon and other online markets.
Website: www.HIDEitmounts.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Real talk about the joys and challenges of working from home with children (2:49)
2. Transitioning staff from office to remote work (6:25)
3. Facing financial hurdles during quarantine (10:25)
4. Looking for new opportunities while making sure the basics are covered (15:00)
5. Benefits of having products manufactured in the US (15:57)
6. Maintain normalcy for your staff (22:06)
7. Take advantage of Zoom recordings to build a training database (22:21)
8. Resource for small businesses: EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) provides…
Mar 26, 2020
32. LIVE: Real Estate Insights During The Coronavirus - Erick Miller, Owner El Investment Group
Our guest Erick Miller is the founder and owner of El Investment Group. He is a real estate investor and inspector based in Cleveland, OH.
Website: www.elinvestment.com
(*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here www.pivot-me.com/interviews/ or podcast audio only)
Highlights:
1. Managing mindset during wide-spread panic (4:46)
2. Opportunities available in the real estate market (9:02)
3. Leadership, positivity and using this time wisely (13:56)
4. Morning prime to help stay focused (15:48)
5. Maintaining healthy habits (16:17)
6. Encouragement and advice (20:20)
What can you do today? To Be Productive. Effective. Perform at your best. Even now.
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Get our FREE mini-series 4 Steps: Doing More in Less Time
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Mar 12, 2020
31. 6 Steps to Delegating- the 5W1H Tool
In today’s episode, we are going to be talking about how to Delegate—effectively! This episode is for both the experienced delegator—who knows how to get a massive amount of stuff done by leveraging others. And also for the budding delegator. Maybe you’ve tried it before but feel like you either aren’t doing it right or that it's just easier to do it yourself.
Today you will get 6 simple steps to Delegating like a pro and getting back some of your most precious non-renewable resource-- your time
By the end of this episode you will be Delegating like a pro and already be moving the first task off your plate, and on to someone else’s!
What you will learn in this episode:
*
Why delegation is so important and how to start delegating?
* How to use April's tool that she calls 5W1H
*
6 simple steps for effective Delegation.
*
Understand the crucial difference between Can vs. Should.
Quotes:
*
“If you want something done right, do it yourself.” If you beli…
Feb 27, 2020
30. Hollywood Set Design to make you a Star (Part 2)
Last time we talked about using Hollywood Set Design to set your leading character (you) up for success. We designed the set and with your clipboard in hand and headset on, you created a great environment for the Star of the show to shine (also you!)
In this episode we take it a step further, as you step in front of the camera, and into your leading role. Aaand...action!
You have a film crew following you. They were filming when you woke up, and they hop in the car as you drive to the office or take your kids to school. What would they have seen? If they were there this morning when you worked out—did you put on a good show? Did you give it your all? If they filmed the way you spoke to your kids, your partner-- would you be proud of what they put on screen? Did you show up as the leading character you want to be?
To expand on this idea, we discuss the #Resource The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham. He introduces the concept of you being the CEO of YOU Inc. And being CEO, you a…
Feb 13, 2020
29. Hollywood Set Design to make you a Star (Part 1)
Join us as we have designed an effective and fun way to approach our lives and business through Set Design. We give you an awesome way to frame your day, your behavior and your habits, so you can be the Star leading character. Experience set design in a quaint Charleston hotel, learn how you can leverage it for your best day, and the perils of leaving a banana in your office overnight.
You are watching an opening scene in a movie. You see a messy apartment, a bottle of vodka tipped over, a pizza box laying on the floor, a bedside alarm clock that 11am. At this point, no words have been spoken—the movie hasn’t “said” a word, but they’ve already told you everything you need to know. You have assumed many things about the character. They drink too much, they sleep in, they are unstructured, they are undisciplined, maybe even more than that- they are a mess. That is the story we tell ourselves about the character, that we have yet to meet. You are experiencing set design. Believ…
Jan 30, 2020
28. 5 Steps to handle Hard Things
Eps 28. 5 Steps to handle Hard Things
We all must navigate Hard Things. If we try to avoid them, they become Frogs. Let’s discuss some easy steps to handle them well and be the coachman of your brain!
You think an average of 2,000-3,000 thoughts per hour. Many of those thoughts are around things you can’t control. Stuff that’s already happened. Fears you haven’t addressed, that likely won’t come true.
Imagine if we used those thoughts to visualize the things we can change? If we focused on what we want, instead of what we fear?
Steps to Handle Hard Things:
1. Practice Strategic visualization
2. Write to your Badass list
3. Have a mantra
4. Manage your State before walking into it
5. Break it into manageable chunks.
Learn these 5 Steps and why when eating an elephant, you do not need to start on the trunk. Hear about our amazing Client and Listener Brooklyn who became a Court-appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteer, and how she was able to navigate a Hard Thing…
Jan 16, 2020
27. Release your STONE and stop SABOTAGING
EPS 27: Release your STONE and stop SABOTAGING
Hear how one of our listeners found herself in an office stall flushing a piece of paper down the toilet! Plus - a field trip!
In This Episode, You Will:
1. Identify the Stones that are weighing you down
2. Understand how these old thoughts and limiting beliefs are sabotaging us and holding us back from a kick ass life
3. How to release our stones and live a lighter life.
Releasing your STONE is focused on identifying the things that are holding you back. A story or belief, a past experience, a regret—something that you are still carrying around that is literally weighing you down. Imagine if you lived your whole life, walking around every day carrying stones in your pockets.
Can you feel how heavy and uncomfortable that would be? They’d make your pockets bulge and make it uncomfortable to move forward.
They are with you all the time, changing how you move, and function in the world.
Time to find your STONEs...and toss them…
Jan 1, 2020
26. Milestones, Career Pivots, and 4 Habits for the New Year!
Today we are digging into reflection on the last year, how journaling isn’t just for 7th grade girls, and a rocking Milestone list that will help you kick next years @ss!
In this show you will learn:
* How to use journaling for the good
* Reflect on previous years goals
* Set new goals
* The importance of a Milestone/Win list and how its our favorite part of the process.
Dec 19, 2019
25. 4 Rocks to Rock Your New Year’s Goals
In this episode you will learn:
* How to create your 4 Big Rocks
* How to get leverage on them, dramatically increasing your success
* 4 Powerful tips for achieving them and creating your best year
Tips:
* KISS and Pain & Pleasure. Keep it simple and use Pain & Pleasure to get leverage on your goals.
* Your WHY. Connecting to your WHY, the reason behind the goal, supercharges your efforts. With a big enough WHY, the HOW becomes the easy part.
* Language matters. Don’t say- “I hope to” OR “I’d like to”. Hope is not a strategy! And Likes are something you do on Facebook. Make it a MUST, so your brain gets onboard.
* Manage your body. Make your brain and your body believe you. Throw your shoulders back, speak with authority, and find your Wonder Woman Pose.
Follow up:
How are you going to set yourself up for success in the next 323 hours? Tell us!!
Tag @theaprilgarcia in your Big 4 Rocks and use the hashtag #my4rocks
Dec 5, 2019
24. Charge More Money for Investing in You
Get Money for Investment in YOU
* In today’s episode we are going to be talking about… the investment you have made into YOU!
* I’m going to give you a new way to think about the time and financial commitments you’ve made into developing yourself and skills, and how to monetize them. You are worth more money to your partners, to your employees, bosses, to everyone because you invest in yourself. You add more value.
You are better this month, because of the investment you made last month. Your value went up! And the value you bring to the marketplace, plus confidence, directly effects the amount of money you should command.
And I don’t care what you charged last month. Stop using the old you as a bench mark! Stop using your old skillset, your old value, hell—your old confidence, as a benchmark of what you should get paid.
If you are a designer and you were charging $100/hour at the beginning of the year— so WHAT? It's about the value you bring to the mar…
Nov 21, 2019
23. Calendar Audit
EPS 23: Calendar Audit
In this episode we review: your calendar 1 month back and 1 month forward and ask some probing questions on if our priorities are lining up.
This calendar audit is rooted in the concept of: Show me your calendar and bank account and I can tell what is important to you. This concept can sting a bit. We could argue that – just because we don’t see our priorities on our schedule, doesn’t mean they aren’t important to us! Or does it…
Time to do the (re)balancing act. April walks us through our calendar and helps us seek out our priorities and scoff at unnecessary obligations. Before we wrap up this year, let’s reflect on what we’ve done up until this point—and be intentional on how we wrap up this decade. New Decade New You!
Action Steps:
Answer these powerful questions:
1. Does your schedule really reflect your priorities?
2. Of the things you see in your calendar, which were stuff you wanted to do vs. the priorities of others?
3. Reflecting…
Nov 7, 2019
22. Do You E3?
In this episode, you will learn:
* What “E3” means and what the three “E”s are
* How these three “E”s are key to your personal and professional development
* Ways to start incorporating E3 into your life every day
This podcast is all about PivotMe’s Do You E3 movement. If you’re a long-time listener or a lurker you’ve probably heard April Garcia talk about E3. In this episode, April explains the entire concept and what it really means.
E3 stands for three “E”s: Educate, Elevate and Execute. These three concepts are the foundation of PivotMe. You have to educate yourself and then go out and educate others. You need to elevate your own expectations and then lift others up. Finally, you must execute, execute, execute—that’s the key to success.
Keep listening to learn more about the “E”s. At the end of the episode, you’ll be able to answer the question “Do You E3?”
Oct 17, 2019
21. From The Horse’s Mouth
In this episode, you will learn:
* What horses can teach us about leadership
* How constantly checking in on tasks and people can slow you down
* Why strong leaders run their own race and set their own pace
Even though horses can’t speak (Mr. Ed excluded, of course), they can offer many valuable insights into self-awareness, collaboration, and leadership.
In this episode, April shares her experience of visiting EQ Insight http://equusinsight.com/ This Northern Nevada based organization uses horse-led training to build authentic and effective leaders and team members, so they can make a positive impact on their businesses, communities, and families.
While learning to lead a horse, April also learns about her own leadership style and starts asking some critical questions about how this experience could apply more broadly.
Tune in to hear how these lessons and questions can also apply to you and your leadership skills and style.
Oct 3, 2019
20. Goal Setting In A 12 Week Year
EPS 20: Goal Setting In A 12 Week Year
In this episode, you will learn:
* Why 12 weeks is a better time frame to achieve your goals than 12 months
* How you can leverage urgency and your “whys” to get to the next level
* Tools that can help you, such as S.M.A.R.T goals and visualization
If you want to achieve your dreams, 12 months is too long to do that. Instead, 12 weeks is the perfect amount of time to go after your goals and get them done.
Top performers recognize that working in shorter periods of time brings greater urgency and focus. Periodization, a technique that isolates achieving one skill or goal in less time, works in business and in life.
What if we viewed our business and our personal lives in quarters, 12-week periods, instead of 12 months? If we break things down into quarters, we can achieve as much in 12 weeks as many achieve 12 months. Having a narrow focus, an urgent time period and consistent execution will get you extraordinary results.
In this ep…
Sep 19, 2019
19. What is the story you are telling yourself?
EPS 19: What is the story you are telling yourself?
In this episode, you will learn:
* The power stories have to shape our world—especially the stories we tell ourselves.
* Why the story you’re telling yourself may be holding you back from your best life.
* How to identify your story and start rewriting it.
Stories have to shape our world—especially the stories we tell ourselves.
We tell ourselves stories all the time, often about who we are, what we’ve experienced and what we can or cannot do. If we tell ourselves a story enough time, we’ll start to believe it. Words have power. And, the most powerful words are the ones we tell ourselves.
We aren’t usually aware of our stories, or the problems they can cause us. That’s where the real damage can occur. Life is far less about the event that occurs, and more about the story we tell ourselves about the event.
Here’s the true power of stories: if you can change your story, you will change your life! Imagine ta…
Sep 5, 2019
18. The Simple, Effective Checklist (Process) That You Need Now
EPS 18: The Simple, Effective Checklist (Process) That You Need Now
In this episode, you will learn:
* Why high-performing, highly-educated, highly-trained professionals rely on checklists every day—and you should too!
* How to leverage the simple power of a checklist to improve your life and business.
* The easiest tools you can use for a checklist.
Today we’re going to talk about one of the easiest, most effective processes you can use to increase your productivity. You literally have everything you need right now to start using this tool. In fact, you probably use it already, but today, we’re going to talk about how you can use it more in your business and your life. What is it, you ask? Checklists. Don’t underestimate the power of this simple tool. Introducing checklists into any aspect of your life or business yield immediate results.
It's easy to overlook the significance of a checklist especially when we “know what to do” already. But, having a checklist ca…
Aug 22, 2019
17. Why You Should Eat the Ugliest Frog First
EPS 17: Why You Should Eat the Ugliest Frog First
In this episode, you will learn:
* Why it’s best to eat the ugliest frog first
* How to identify your “frogs” — the things you must do but don’t want to do
* Tips to get over procrastination and avoidance and eat the frog already
Mark Twain once said: "If it's your job to eat a frog, the best thing to do is eat it first thing in the morning. And if your job is to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first. Eating the frog means to just do it. Otherwise, the frog will eat you."
So, what is the frog? The frog is an important thing you have to do that you've been putting off. It may be a big, ugly task or conversation that's taking up mental real estate. Other times it's a few things that sit on our to-do list day after day. Sometimes the frog may not even make it to your to-do list because you don’t want to see it! No matter what, that “frog” is always in the back of our mind.
At the root of it, frogs…
Aug 8, 2019
16. Your Personal Board of Directors (Part 2)
EPS 16: Your Personal Board of Directors Part 2
In this episode, you will learn how to:
* Stop the revolving door of board members
* Ensure that each person serves in their area of expertise
* Place your future, more experienced self on your board
* Vote out negative members while maintaining a relationship with them
Today, we are following up on Episode 10 Your Personal Board of Directors!
That episode hit a nerve as many listeners and clients reached out with questions after discovering that they were struggling in this essential area! Many were surprised not only that they HAD a board, but that they had not staffed them well.
Many times, the staffing of our boards is due to our own insecurities, not trusting our own judgement or wanting to win the approval of others. We can hear the same message or voice over and over in our minds until it simply becomes background noise that we no longer question nor are we consciously aware of.
We can change this-- if we ar…
Jul 25, 2019
15. Trademarking Part 2 (Protecting Your Brand)
Episode 15 : Protecting Your Brand: Interview with Lara Pearson , Trademark Attorney
In this episode you will learn:
* Why YOUR business needs a good trademark attorney and how to find one
* How to avoid MAJOR pitfalls in Trademarking
* How to decide on your brand and why you should avoid “descriptive” branding
* The difference between copyrights and trademarks
As we discussed in EPS 13, the trademarking process is NOT for the amateur! There are so many details and nuances that can be missed and quickly add up to one expensive lesson. The best solution for success? Hire an experienced professional to take the lead and guide you through the battlefield that is trademarking!
Today, we hear from OUR very own trademark attorney, the very talented Lara Pearson from Brand Geek, a Lake Tahoe based firm specializing in Intellectual Property.
We will candidly explore the ins and outs of trademarking, including how to select your brand name, what to avoid, obstacles t…
Jul 19, 2019
14. Special Announcement
Jul 11, 2019
13. Trademarking Part 1 (4 Steps to Protect Your Brand)
In this episode, you will learn:
* The importance of trademarking your business, brand, and products
* Where to start and FREE tools available to begin your name search
* The proper steps to maximize success and protect your amazing brand
Trademarking. Essential for your business but NOT for the faint of heart!
As a business owner at the start of your trademarking journey, you will understand very quickly how arduous this process can be. It seems like an endless amount of steps (Forward! Backward! Side to side!) when it comes to where to start and how to make it through the hallowed gates of actually having your name, business, brand, and products trademarked.
In this 2 part series, let’s Cha-Cha!
Today, we will share the basics on how to get started, free resources available to anybody with internet, how to keep your expectations in line with trademark realities, and a cautionary tale of finding yourself (and business) on the wrong end of trademark infringement.
Wi…
Jun 27, 2019
12. Build Others Up (The Atta-Boy Revisited)
In this episode, you will learn:
* How to create and continue to build your personal Atta-folder
* The importance of building others up on a regular basis and how to do it effectively
* How to boost morale, increase productivity and job satisfaction of your staff with this simple, yet effective, habit
In Episode 1, How to Punch Negativity in the Face, we discussed an important concept and tool called the “Atta folder.” This folder is a place for you to collect all of the positive feedback you receive from those around you. This can be either personal or professional but, hopefully, you are receiving it from both arenas and it looks like: screenshots of emails, texts, tags, notes…anything that builds you up and reminds you of a strength that you possess or a job well done.
The purpose of this folder is to be a treasure chest of reminders of your AWESOMENESS! Evidence of what we have done wrong and what didn’t work is always available, right? This goodie bag of compli…
Jun 13, 2019
11. Take Back Your Power (The Yes/No List)
In this episode, you will learn how to:
· Analyze and prioritize your to-do lists and daily schedule for maximum impact
· Say no to the things that do not serve you and create space for the things that do
· Audit your calendar
· Increase productivity so you can complete the RIGHT things
Do you find yourself running out of time at the end of the day for the things you want to accomplish?
We are busier than ever, but time is the great equalizer. Think about it! You have the same hours in the day as any number of successful people-- so let's dial in how we can make the most of it!
Family. Friends. Our phones. Social Media. Work obligations…the list can go on and on with all the good things we fill our time with but also, the things that drain us of our energy and resources, leaving us depleted and unable to focus on what truly matters to us!
Let's evaluate all the things on our plate and decide which things can stay and what stories,…
May 30, 2019
10. Your Personal Board of Directors
EPS 10: Your Personal Board of Directors
In this episode, you will learn how to:
* Identify who is on YOUR Personal Board of Directors and how they got a seat
* Choose the RIGHT people to support and advise you
* Vote the WRONG people off your Board
When making a major decision in your life, who do you go to for advice? Who is the voice in your head?
Your supportive partner? A wise mentor? Somebody who has your best interest at heart and cheers you on?
Or, is it a hyper-critical parent? Is the voice in your head that ex-boss or partner who excelled in exposing your weaknesses or failures?
Let’s dig into YOUR Personal Board of Directors…You have one! We ALL do!
Even if you don’t realize it, they are there in the background of your life. Some we have chosen purposely for the advice and experience that they add, but some have snuck through a cracked door, even have a seat at the table even though it does not benefit us or our goals.
The quality of our lives…
May 16, 2019
9. Choose Your People: 4 Tips to Staffing the Right Team
EPS 9: Choose Your People: 4 Tips to Staffing the Right Team
In this episode, you will learn how to:
* Define your hiring needs and communicate expectations to set your staff up for success
* Identify and hire for a good cultural fit
* Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure effective and objective evaluation
* Give frequent feedback vs. annual reviews
Why is it so important to hire the right people for your business?
A whole truck-load of reasons!
To start, choosing the wrong employee will cost you a lot of time and money. Research shows that not only are you out the time spent on this staff member but a mis-hire can cost up to 3 times their monthly salary for a small company and 15 times their salary in a large company. OUCH! If you are a new small business the stats already show that 80% fail in the first 5 years, staffing definitely plays a part in the success or failure. Plus hiring the wrong staff is a morale killer for the har…
Apr 24, 2019
8. 5 Tools To Master Your Habits (Part 2)
EPS 8 Habits Part 2: 4 More Tools To Master Your Habits
In Habits: Part 2, April will give more tools and tips on how to design powerful, life changing habits to build the framework of a life that is productive and happy.
In this episode you will learn how to:
* Apply the 2 Minute Rule and get over the initial hurdle of action
* Use a habit tracker to create accountability to yourself around your goals
* Create a habit contract to motivate you to follow through using a reward or a penalty
* Narrow downtime and place to be as specific as possible in your goals to increase your chances for success
In part 2 of our discussion on habits, we will give you additional tools to help create the life that you want through measurable, sustainable habits!
We need to stay aware that we are “designing” our life. Build a framework with habits that help you reach your goals and become the best you. Tiny changes over time yield incredible results!
Action Steps:
* Name a tim…
Apr 11, 2019
7. 5 Tools To Master Your Habits (Part 1)
EPS 7 Habits Part 1: 5 Tools to Master Your Habits
In this episode you will learn to:
* Identify your bad habits and evaluate the payoff to these behaviors
* Create new habits and decrease the friction involved with maintaining them
* Build success with small wins through Keystone Habits and learn the #1 most common habit among the most successful people in the world
* Fully leverage tools, such as your phone alarm, to keep you on track and set you up for success
* Develop a reward system to create positive associations to tasks through temptation bundling
MOTIVATION!!! Who wants more motivation? Well, what do you want it for?
Starting a business? Writing a book? Continuing a workout routine?
Spoiler alert! The answer to achieving these things and so much more is NOT motivation!!! Motivation will ebb and flow throughout the day, sometimes swinging wildly by the hour. If you are looking to create this better life, better health, better business, a better product- more…
Mar 28, 2019
6. Word of Intention for Your 12 Week Year
Word of Intention for Your 12 Week Year
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
• The power of choosing and implementing your Word of Intention
• The importance of breaking your life into 12 week periods, instead of years.
Energy! Connection! Joy! Growth! Fearless! Strength!
These are just a few examples of words that can be used to inspire, motivate and push you to be the best version of yourself. Having a word to intentionally focus on is a valuable tool to bring about change and to help you remember who you want to be and what you are striving to accomplish.
It is important, when choosing your word, as with any goal, to decide on a deadline or “season” that you want to see this word come to life in order to maintain your motivation. This may be a time period that you determine or one that is determined for you.
Are you a month away from school finals? You have a month to FOCUS and study.
Do you have a marathon coming up in June? PUSH through your training until it is time t…
Mar 1, 2019
5. Money (Part 2)
In This Episode, You Will Learn How:
* Chris from Puerto Rico changed his relationship with money from guilt-ridden and destructive to joyful and full of opportunity (1:45)
* An inspiring client from Sydney applies the idea of how to make more money with the equation Skillset + Self-worth =Value (4:26)
* Making more money is not always about increasing your skills (5:46)
* Roxi from New Zealand was able to get over the cycle of self-sabotage regarding her relationship with money and start enjoying it! (8:45)
Welcome to Part 2 of our Money Episode!
Of all the topics that I teach on, the topic of M-O-N-E-Y is one that has created a stir and struck a chord with many.
Why? Why is our relationship with money such a loaded topic? What I found is many people didn’t realize that they had an issue with money until it was brought up.
In this follow-up, we are going to share 4 insights from clients that I have worked with regarding how recognizing and changing their relationships w…
Feb 7, 2019
4. Money (Part 1)
In This Episode, You Will Learn To:
∙ Recognize your limiting beliefs regarding money
∙ Understand how our self worth contributes to our attitude surrounding money
∙ Create a new truth regarding money
∙ Establish a healthy relationship with this resource
I am going to say a word…
MONEY!
What is the first thing that popped into your head when you heard that?
Some will hear the word ‘Money’ and will immediately think: Generosity. Resource. Freedom. Security. Provision. Opportunity.
Others may hear that word and have their thoughts go to: Greed. Filth. Pain. Corruption. Shame. Lack. Destruction.
Today, we will ask a very important question: How do YOU feel about money?
Really.
Is it only for other people to have? Is it something you desire to have but feel guilty for wanting? Or, is money something you are excited about having?
We all have some form of baggage around finances. This has come to us through a variety of ways but most often it is inherited from…
Jan 31, 2019
3. Time Management 10 Ways to Think About Productivity to 10x Results
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
* How to prioritize your tasks for greater productivity
* The benefit of creating a master task list to get your day started right and help you accomplish more
* Tried and true techniques to help manage your time and increase your efficiency
Time management.
I have an unusual obsession with this topic. I read books on it for fun and I am constantly learning new ways to be more efficient with the one thing that we are never guaranteed…time.
My dear friend and author, Tammy Ingraham, always reminds me, “Time is Life’s money, be careful where you spend it.”
We wake up feeling energized, ready to tackle the day and before we know it, it is time to get ready for bed. Where did the day go? And more importantly, did we accomplish the things that we set out to do? Many times, the answer is no. We know we were busy all day BUT…sound familiar
In an age where there are so many things to easily distract, we need to have a plan of action when i…
Dec 31, 2018
2. Self sabotage
In This Episode, You Will Learn To:
∙ Identify self-sabotaging behavior
∙ Recognize your negative patterns and triggers
∙ Create a healthy replacement behavior
∙ Practice the new behavior until a habit is formed
Let’s talk about self-sabotage.
This is a topic that we ALL struggle with! It doesn’t matter what level you are at nor how enlightened, it doesn’t matter how successful you are or how grateful you are for the life that you have: self–sabotage does not discriminate. You are not alone!
So, why? Why do we do it? Why do we work so hard to realize a dream, an ideal job, a diet, a business, a partner, ideal finances, and then stand in our own way?
Today we will unpack the 3 most common reasons that we self-sabotage, learn to recognize our triggers and gain the tools to begin creating new habits to keep us moving forward with our goals.
Action:
* Identify Your Triggers! Is it Steve and his homebrew, binge-watching TV or smoking cigarettes every time you…
Dec 21, 2018
1. Intro and How to Punch Negativity in the Face
Welcome to the podcast formerly-known-as-The-Spark-but-eventually-becomes-PivotMe-because-we-infringed-on-someones-trademark.
(It's okay, we like it better)
This podcast is an upgrade for anyone wanting to build a better life, a better YOU, so you can contribute more to your corner of the world.
I want you to step forward. I want to be The Spark that lights you on FIRE! You can’t stay comfortable! I want you pushing. Reaching. I want you to stand up. I want you to RUN. Run towards your goals. Run toward a better life. Even if your life is great, practice gratitude—love your life. But know that this same life won’t be good enough for you next year. You need to keep outgrowing yourself!
Ask yourself one question: If you died today, would your best still be inside of you? Have you given it all?
Helping good people become even better, this is The Spark with April Garcia.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
* The importance of celebrating your success
* How to use prior achiev…