Andy Nunez has spent 30 years helping founders and operators see what they're too close to see. In this conversation we get into the messy gap between how a business feels like it's running and how it's actually running. Here's what we dig into: Why data alone isn't enough and why context is the thing most businesses are missing What "key person risk" actually means and why it probably applies to you, even if you've never heard the term How scaling a business quietly creates communication breakd...
Apr 06, 2026•26 min•Season 6Ep. 131
Episode 130: Do More, More Naturally with Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp You know how sometimes you're crushing it at work, checking all the boxes, getting promoted, doing everything "right"... and you're completely miserable? Yeah, we're talking about that today. I sat down with Amy Bruske from Kolbe Corp to dig into something I've been nerding out about for years: the Kolbe Index. This isn't about personality or skills—it's about how your brain actually gets things done. Here's what we covered: Why ...
Nov 02, 2025•36 min•Season 5Ep. 130
Episode Title: "Experts, Not Gurus: Why I Joined The Crew's Faculty Model" Show Notes: This week I'm sharing a conversation I had with Mari Wuellner on her Living on Purpose Podcast about the state of the coaching industry and why it desperately needs a reality check. What we covered: • The trust deficit in coaching and why the industry needs better solutions • How the "guru model" is broken - nobody can actually be an expert at everything • Mari's revolutionary faculty model with The Crew and w...
Oct 20, 2025•30 min•Season 5Ep. 129
Hey Shifters! Money can be scary for entrepreneurs - especially when we're trying to make an impact while also making a profit. Ever feel guilty about charging what you're worth? Or maybe you're avoiding looking at your books altogether? (I've been there!) That's why I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Audrey Heesch, the self-proclaimed "quirky money lady" and founder of The Graceful Penny. She's on a mission to help entrepreneurs build financial confidence without sacrificing their value...
Dec 02, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 129
Want support getting your team's systems in place? That's what I do! Reach out to learn more about how we can work together. Email me at: Elise@EliseEnriquez.com Episode 127 Beyond 'Let's Circle Back After the Holidays': Making it Actually Work Hey Shifters! ✨ We're diving into that familiar end-of-year phrase we're all starting to hear (and say): "Let's circle back after the holidays." But instead of letting these tasks float into the void, I'm showing you how to handle them intentionally! In t...
Nov 25, 2024•14 min•Season 3Ep. 128
Ep 126 When Your Plate is Too Full: Prioritize Your Way to a Lighter Load Hey Shifters! In this episode, we're diving into that overwhelming feeling when your plate is too full - you know the one, where your chest gets tight just thinking about all those tasks? Let's talk about how to handle it, especially during the hectic Q4 season. In this episode: - Why Q4 can create extra stress and overwhelm - The importance of brain dumps when feeling overwhelmed - How to sequence projects instead of tryi...
Nov 18, 2024•14 min•Season 3Ep. 127
The Productivity Shift Episode 125: Get off the Hamster Wheel with Rhythms Schedule a private tour of the GYST Community: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18005465&appointmentType=14362589 Hey Shifters! This week, I'm diving into the importance of creating rhythms in our lives to break out of that "hamster wheel" feeling we all sometimes get. What I cover in this episode: My recent binge of Adam Grant's "Re:thinking" podcast (highly recommend!) Insights from Brian Chesky, ...
Sep 09, 2024•10 min•Season 3Ep. 126
Episode 124: Post-Vacation Overwhelm: Reclaiming Control After Time Away In this episode, I dive into a common challenge many of us face: the overwhelming feeling of returning to work after a vacation. Drawing from my own experiences at Microsoft and my current role as a productivity coach for small business owners, I explore strategies to ease the transition and regain control of your workload. Key Points: - The importance of buffer days when returning from vacation - Why anxiety often stems fr...
Sep 02, 2024•14 min•Season 3Ep. 125
Ep 123: Overcoming Overwhelm with the Power of the 3 Cs Hey there, dear listeners! It's Elise Enriquez, and in this episode, we're revisiting a concept I introduced way back in my second episode of this podcast: my formula for intention. Let's dive into how clarity, communication, and consistency work together to create intentional actions and outcomes. What We Covered: 1. My formula for intention: Clarity + Communication + Consistency = Intention 2. A recent "Overcoming Overwhelm" coaching sess...
Aug 26, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 124
Ep 122: Rethinking Inbox Zero - The Triage Philosophy Hey Shifters! Ready to dive into the world of inbox zero? In this episode, we're busting myths and spilling the tea on why your email inbox shouldn't be your to-do list's secret twin. Spoiler alert: It's causing more chaos than you might think! We're introducing a cool new way to think about your inbox - the "triage" approach. Think of yourself as the ER nurse of your own email drama. Curious about how to actually make inbox zero work for you...
Aug 19, 2024•18 min•Season 3Ep. 123
Ep 121: The Weekly Systems Check: The Secret to Staying on Top of Your Productivity Host: Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach for business owners and their teams This episode emphasizes the importance of a regular, structured time to review, plan, and get organized - the "systems check" that productivity coach Elise Enriquez has made a core part of her practice. She shares her personal experience with this transformative habit and encourages listeners to try it out, whether individually or as a t...
Aug 12, 2024•11 min•Season 3Ep. 122
Ep 120: The Butterfly Effect: How taking a day off from your to-do list is a good thing In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez explores the concept of 'butterfly days' inspired by the butterfly effect. A butterfly day is a time where there are no set plans, allowing for spontaneous and restorative activities. Elise shares personal experiences, including how her wife benefits from these unstructured days working in the yard and how she herself finds creativity and ...
Jul 22, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Uncovering Purpose and Mastering Productivity with Personality Assessments In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez shares an exclusive, never-aired interview with Erica Ng. They delve into topics including uncovering one’s purpose, mastering personality assessments, and effective productivity strategies. Elise discusses her transition from corporate to real estate to coaching, inspired by Simon Sinek's book 'Start with Why.' The discussion emphasizes the importance...
Jul 08, 2024•39 min•Season 3Ep. 120
Episode: 118 - Summertime blues? Get what you want this summer. Book your tour of the GYST Community here. Summary : In this episode, Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach and the host of the Productivity Shift Podcast, shares powerful tips on how to make the most of your summer months. She talks about how to let go of the pressure to attend every event, the importance of monthly planning sessions, and how her GYST program can help you get organized and stay motivated to achieve your goals. Key Poi...
May 27, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 119
EP 117: Coaching vs Therapy - a conversation with Diann Wingert In this episode, Elise chats with Diann Wingert, a psychotherapist turned coach who works with female solo entrepreneurs. They cover a range of topics, including therapy versus coaching, career changes, rejection by church, menopause, divorce, ADHD, and more. The conversation is centered around Diann's life journey and the choices she made along the way. Elise introduces her "What Matters Most" model of intention, which includes Cla...
May 20, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 118
EP 116: "Just do it" is not the answer to overcoming procrastination In this episode of the Productivity Shift podcast, host Elise Enriquez, a certified life coach and productivity expert, discusses the common phrase "I just need to" and why it might not be as helpful as we think. As a productivity coach, she shares her insights on how to move past procrastination and make meaningful shifts in productivity. [00:00:00] Introduction: In Episode 116 of the Productivity Shift podcast, host Elise Enr...
May 13, 2024•10 min•Season 3Ep. 117
EP 115: Glennon, Abby, and Amanda's take on busyness & productivity Before we dig in, be sure to check out the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" quiz at: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz =============== In this episode, Elise reflects on the relationship between productivity and personal fulfillment. She explores the idea of treating productivity as a vengeful god and suggests alternative perspectives. Join her as she discusses prioritizing values, honoring limits, and finding balanc...
May 06, 2024•15 min•Season 3Ep. 116
EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Head Types (5, 6,7 ) with Lisa Alessi Hey there, lovely listeners! Ready for another deep dive into the fascinating world of the Enneagram? If you've been following our recent episodes, you're in for a treat today as we explore the head types in Enneagram: types Five, Six, and Seven. Elise Enriquez, your productivity coach and host of the Productivity Shift podcast, is here to help you navigate the complexities of life and work with a bit of Enneagram wisdom t...
Mar 18, 2024•25 min•Season 3Ep. 115
EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Heart Types (2, 3, 4 ) with Lisa Alessi Please note that this is part 3 of a 4-part series. I recommend listening to Ep 111 to understand Above-the-Line and Below-the-line concepts. In this episode of The Productivity Shift Podcast , host and productivity coach Elise Enriquez dives deep into the Enneagram and its relationship with productivity. Joined by expert Lisa Alessi, they explore the heart center types: Two, Three, and Four and what it looks like for ea...
Mar 11, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Learn more about your Productivity Personality type here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz ============= Episode 112: Enneagram and Productivity: Body Types (8, 9, 1) with Lisa Alessi Host: Elise Enriquez Productivity Coach Founder of the GYST Program IG: https://www.instagram.com/theproductivityshift/ Interview with Lisa Alessi: - Lisa provides an overview of the Enneagram, highlighting its ability to uncover deep motivations and belief systems. - Discusses the concept of "above the line" and...
Mar 04, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 113
Want to know your Productivity Personality type? Take the quiz here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz ========================== Episode 111: Where are you? - Embracing Change and Cultivating Growth with Lisa Alessi Introduction: This episode kicks off a 4-episode series with Leadership Coach and Consultant Lisa Alessi where we'll explore a developmental concept called "Above the Line and Below the Line" and how this concept applies to the 9 Enneagram types. Main Discussion Points: Above the L...
Feb 26, 2024•23 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Take the Quiz: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz EP 110: Behind the Scenes of the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez takes listeners behind the scenes of her latest creation: the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" quiz. Join Elise as she reveals the why, what, and how behind this innovative tool designed to help individuals unlock their unique productivity styles. Why the Quiz Was Created: Discover the driving...
Feb 19, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 111
You're Invited to the Premier of the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz! February 14th at 12pm Pacific. Go to this link for more details and to register: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/premiere ============================= Episode 109: "Cracking the Personality Code: Navigating Assessments with Purpose" Welcome back to the Productivity Shift Podcast, Shifters! In this episode, your host Elise Enriquez, a certified life coach and productivity enthusiast, dives into the world of personal...
Jan 30, 2024•15 min•Season 3Ep. 110
Attend the premiere for the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz. https://www.eliseenriquez.com/premiere ************** Episode 108: Assessment Backfire: Unseen Risks and the Dark Side of Knowing Your Type Welcome to another episode of The Productivity Shift, hosted by Elise Enriquez. In Episode 108, Elise takes you on a journey through the intricate world of personality assessments, unraveling the hidden risks that often accompany the pursuit of self-discovery. From Myers-Briggs to Enne...
Jan 24, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 109
Download the PDF Guide here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/burn Past episodes I mention Ep 13 - get the scoop on how I came to find the Burning Bowl Ritual https://www.eliseenriquez.com/podcasts/the-productivity-shift/episodes/2147658485 Ep 55 - Interview: Finding Forgiveness with Brenda Reiss https://www.eliseenriquez.com/podcasts/the-productivity-shift/episodes/2147822346 # Productivity Shift Podcast - Episode 107: Out with the B.S., in with the goodness - Burning Bowl Introduction 🔥 Welcome ...
Jan 08, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 108
EP 106: The January Effect - Tapping into the Energy of New Beginnings Leveraging the January Effect for a Fresh Start In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez discusses the concept of using the 'January effect' to have a fresh start in the new year or at any time of your choosing. She emphasizes ditching New Year’s resolutions and instead, seeking long sustainable change . Drawing from Katy Milkman’s book 'How to Change,' Elise shares that people feel more distant ...
Jan 01, 2024•8 min•Season 3Ep. 107
Episode 105: Build your "GPS" to achieve your goals Join us for the next GYST Community Open House: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/openhouse Welcome to the Productivity Shift Podcast, your guide to overcoming challenges and achieving your goals. I'm your host, Elise Enriquez, a certified life coach and the creator of the GIST program. Setting the Scene: In this episode, let's draw parallels between embarking on a journey to an unfamiliar destination and navigating the intricacies of life's goals....
Dec 18, 2023•12 min•Season 3Ep. 106
Want to get a sneak peek into the GYST Community? Attend our next open house: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/openhouse ===================== Episode 104: What GYST actually stands for...shift what productivity means to you Hey, fabulous listeners! Get ready for a heart-to-heart with your guide, Elise Enriquez, as we uncover the essence of productivity, the journey behind GYST, and the transformative power of intentional living. 🌱 Origins Unveiled: Dive into the roots of GYST – from childhood org...
Dec 04, 2023•21 min•Season 3Ep. 105
If you want to learn more about the GYST Community, please join us for the next open house. Go to https://www.eliseenriquez.com/openhouse EP 103: Beyond the Hype - The Real Deal with Productivity Hacks 🎙️ **Episode Overview:** Hey there Shifters! Get ready to dive into a chat with your host, Elise Enriquez, where we unravel the magic behind life hacks, productivity tricks, and the grand strategies that make our goals pop! It's like a cozy coffee date where we spill the beans on the Pomodoro Tec...
Nov 27, 2023•10 min•Season 3Ep. 104
Get your ticket to The Planning Party here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/plan Planning for Productivity: Annual Planning Party In this episode of the 'Productivity Shift Podcast', host Elise Enriquez talks about an upcoming annual planning party taking place from November 14th through 16th. She goes into detail about the annual planning process, that is divided into three steps: reflection, vision, and planning. She uses quotes from influential women like Dolly Parton, Gloria Steinem, and Taylo...
Nov 06, 2023•14 min•Season 3Ep. 103