Getting organized and keeping organized can be daunting. We all have many things to do, from different areas of our life, like work, home, hobbies, children, etc. Each one of these areas can be further segmented. So, how can this all be managed effectively? Real productivity is getting your ideas and tasks out of your head and into some application, so it’s never forgotten. There are many different approaches to getting and staying organized. Our episode today will dig into the features that sho...
Jul 18, 2022•32 min•Ep 72•Transcript available on Metacast Join us this week for a quick update on the podcast schedule for the remainder of the summer. We’ll be moving to a bi-weekly schedule to ensure each week is full of unique value for you, our listeners. We’ve got a great lineup of guests coming in the coming weeks. Stay engaged on our social channels @morningcoffeeandmimosas for updates on episode drops.
Jul 04, 2022•5 min•Ep 71•Transcript available on Metacast Are you as shocked as we are that we are mid-way through the year? Time flies by so fast. Things change so quickly! Just think about the changes that have happened since New Year’s Day. We can't let the year go by without taking a break to plan. This planning break allows us to set or change goals, allocate resources, and evaluate how we are doing. You are opening your eyes to the environment as it exists now, not when you originally made your plans. This way, you can either incorporate the ...
Jun 28, 2022•29 min•Ep 70•Transcript available on Metacast Happy Father’s Day! In this episode, we reminisce about the fatherly wisdom that has impacted and shaped our lives. Join us for a trip down memory lane. We share our favorite family memories and lessons learned from the men we call dad. If you’re a dad, a father figure, celebrating a dad, or missing a dad - today we are celebrating you! #fathersday #family #memories #howtodecide #decisions #learntosayno #priority #personalproductivity #discipline #consistency #success #accountability #Communicat...
Jun 20, 2022•34 min•Ep 69•Transcript available on Metacast In this part three of our creative problem-solving series, we tackle the potentially tricky task of implementing the solutions we so creatively crafted. Not taking action on a solution is a missed opportunity and a waste of time. To accomplish the implementation step, there are questions you need to ask to make this successful. For example, do you have the right people in place? Do you have the resources? Is the timing right? How will you sell it to those involved? This action plan could involve...
Jun 13, 2022•31 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast A riddle, a dad joke, and solid content. That’s what you get in this thought-provoking episode. Creative problem solving is one of the most valuable skills you can bring to any aspect of your life. Being able to think creatively will help you solve problems in a way that no one else has before. It has the potential to take what you thought was crushing defeat and turn that into spectacular new experiences. In the second episode of the series, we focus on an essential tool in the creative problem...
Jun 06, 2022•34 min•Ep 67•Transcript available on Metacast Creative problem solving is one of the most valuable skills you can bring to any aspect of your life. Being able to think creatively will help you solve problems in a way that no one else has before. It has the potential to take what you thought was crushing defeat and turn that into spectacular new experiences. This is the first in a series of episodes that will focus on Creative Problem Solving. Listen as we explore this topic and begin introducing you to its core principles, the tools availab...
May 30, 2022•29 min•Ep 66•Transcript available on Metacast With so many marketing channels to choose from, it can feel overwhelming when deciding which is best for your business. We struggle, like most do, to figure out what channels would work best to grow our podcast and how to best take advantage of these channels. In this episode, we take a journey through the various Marketing Channels available to promote our businesses and the things to consider as you decide where to invest your time and budget. Listen with us as we consider our audience, where ...
May 23, 2022•37 min•Ep 65•Transcript available on Metacast Decision-making can be a complex process, but it doesn't have to be scary or confusing. How do you make decisions? Do you have a process or do you shoot from the hip? If you’ve ever made a decision just to find yourself feeling regret or unease you aren’t alone. In this episode, we talk through the most critical things you should be considering when making important decisions. We explore the two most important elements that make way for well-informed decisions; intuition and reasoning. It al...
May 15, 2022•32 min•Ep 64•Transcript available on Metacast People often take time to look back on their lives and think about what they have accomplished. But have you ever wondered what others feel and remember about you? The legacy you leave behind are the stories, and feelings, that your friends, family, and colleagues tell and think about you. What do you want them to say? How do you want them to feel? In this episode, we'll explore what legacy means, and why it’s important to realize that you may never know the impact you have on others, but th...
May 09, 2022•26 min•Ep 63•Transcript available on Metacast Understanding the difference between cause and effect is important when evaluating arguments because it can make all the difference in the quality of the decisions you make. A fallacy is an argument that's based on false or illogical reasoning. When there's no evidence supporting the claim that one thing causes another, it can be argued that there's a relationship between the two, typically because they happened at the same time. This 'relationship' may seem like it provides ...
May 01, 2022•26 min•Ep 62•Transcript available on Metacast “They don’t make them like they used to” is used so often that you probably had no idea that it is an excellent example of “Survivorship Bias.” Survivorship bias is the tendency for what we see to be influenced by what we don't see. When you see beautiful examples of classic cars or beautiful old homes, you only see those that have survived to the present day. Not the hundreds of thousands that were junked, destroyed, or torn down. You are not comparing them to ALL the cars or homes made in ...
Apr 25, 2022•29 min•Ep 61•Transcript available on Metacast Companies are beginning to rethink their position on virtual work. Our episode today is about deciding when to return to the office. It can be tough to know what is best for you, your company, and your employees. The question, though, is, when should YOU return to the office? What should you, as an employee, do? Although you may feel this isn’t your decision, we’d like to propose that your decision to return should not be made based on your convenience alone, but rather on whether you feel your ...
Apr 18, 2022•32 min•Ep 60•Transcript available on Metacast We all want to feel appreciated. It's one of the most powerful motivating forces behind human behavior. And it is a key factor in personal and team productivity. How do compliments affect our productivity? It's simple: when we feel appreciated, we tend to work harder and smarter. We go the extra mile and do more. Yet there are so many reasons why we are not shown the appreciation we may deserve, or given the compliments that would go so far to build our self-esteem. In this episode, we i...
Apr 10, 2022•34 min•Ep 59•Transcript available on Metacast Ever wonder why you’re always so stressed? Many things can cause stress. It could be a deadline, a meeting, a difficult conversation, something you feel you cannot control, or just the build-up of many different things. Stress is the composite result of all of this. In this episode, we explore this topic not only through some coping skills but, most importantly, by identifying the root cause of why we are feeling stressed to begin with. You’ll come away with six actionable and realistic steps to...
Apr 03, 2022•41 min•Ep 58•Transcript available on Metacast This episode is our third look at Change. We have discussed changes we want or need to make within ourselves, and we’ve discussed external changes that happen to us. This week we dig into a roadmap to influence Change in others. It is important to understand people’s unique motivations and what may hold them back from Change. Change can trigger grief-like reactions within people. Even though there’s nothing to necessarily grieve, keeping the five stages of grief in mind will allow you to discern...
Mar 27, 2022•29 min•Ep 57•Transcript available on Metacast It feels like an appropriate topic on the first day of spring to continue our theme around change by talking about the changes that happen TO us. Whether we notice it or not, this type of change is continuous and constant. Change can be a difficult thing to deal with. Why do we resist change? Is it fear of the unknown? Uncertainty of an uncharted path? The concern of potential loss or hardship? We often get stuck in our ways and don't want to shift from what we know. Perhaps you have been do...
Mar 20, 2022•31 min•Ep 56•Transcript available on Metacast Change is inevitable. It's a part of life, and it's a part of growth. The only way to grow and get better is by changing what doesn't work for you. It’s important to know how to embrace and manage it so that it can inspire you and not overwhelm you. This episode focuses on how you can manage change within yourself. To make meaningful change happen, there are 5 major points we discuss. 1. You have to want it. 2. Recognize what it will take to make it happen. 3. Design your calendar an...
Mar 13, 2022•36 min•Ep 55•Transcript available on Metacast Let’s have some fun with an age-old problem that plagues us all. Procrastination! Procrastination is a thing that we all do from time to time. It's rarely because you're lazy. Identifying WHY you procrastinate certain tasks is the key to overcoming it; Is it time-consuming, and you don't have the energy for it? Is it that glimmer of hope that someone else may take care of it? Maybe you're unsure how to do it or the best way to approach it? In this episode, we volley back and fort...
Mar 07, 2022•29 min•Ep 54•Transcript available on Metacast What is the Eisenhower Matrix? It helps you prioritize your tasks. It's useful because it sorts tasks into categories based on urgency and importance. Dwight D. Eisenhower was America's 34th president from 1953 to 1961. Before leading the country as President, he served in the United States Army and rose to Supreme Commander of Allied Forces to win World War II. He also later became the first supreme commander of NATO. Having to make tough decisions regularly while juggling many competin...
Feb 27, 2022•20 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast Have you felt stuck? In a rut, with no idea how to get out of it? Well, then this episode is for you! Discipline and consistency, combined with action. This “magic formula” causes opportunities you could have never dreamed of to present themselves. Few things are more satisfying than achieving a goal that you've been working towards for months or even years. With discipline, you’ll create a greater chance for your success. With consistency, you stay on the path that will lead you to that suc...
Feb 20, 2022•25 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast One of the most important aspects of our personality is self-confidence. Self-confidence is not about how good you are, it's about how good you think you are. We are constantly bombarded with messages that tell us that we are not good enough. It's important to remind ourselves that these messages are not true. No matter who you are, what you do, or where you come from, you have the ability to learn new skills and also to make mistakes. Mistakes are part of life and of learning. So let...
Feb 13, 2022•22 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast Our episode today is about crafting a complaint email that gets results. Cristina has a rant about her returns issue with the discount boutique Ruelala that is hilarious. Amazingly, a powerful email outline emerges that will work for you every time! There are few things more frustrating than receiving a product that doesn't match our expectations. Imagine Cristina's disappointment when she wanted to return those items, only to be told she exceeded her return allowance! The horror! That&#...
Feb 06, 2022•23 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever sat through a meeting that could have been an email? Ever ended a meeting with no clarity around what is to happen next? Too often, meetings are called without true purpose and intent wasting our most valuable resource - time. A great meeting brings the right people together with an established intent and clear understanding of what success looks like. Meetings are a vital tool that establishes consensus, inspires innovation, and advances initiatives forward. When appropriately exe...
Jan 30, 2022•30 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast Effective communication is about how you exchange information with others. It’s about understanding the emotion and intent of the message rather than just the content. What sounds so simple often gets clouded because of our own need to be heard, our pride, motivations, etc. Each party to a conversation has its agenda. That’s perfectly fine. But the great communicator controls, manages, and uses each unique intent to extract what’s important, guide the dialog, and get the best from everyone. In t...
Jan 23, 2022•27 min•Ep 48•Transcript available on Metacast Trust refers to the belief that someone is fair, transparent, and honest, among other attributes. The most important thing about building trust is that it starts with you. You need to believe in what you are doing and what you are trying to accomplish. That sense of trust helps create a safe environment where your team members, friends, and family feel comfortable asking questions or sharing ideas. Trust in the workplace is a must-have, not a nice-to-have. You can create a workplace that aligns ...
Jan 16, 2022•25 min•Ep 47•Transcript available on Metacast Ghosts in the Machine is not just an idea. The term "ghost" describes the insecurities, fears, memories, and attachments that haunt us. Our past experiences can impact how we approach present-day situations. These ghosts that we live with may create false assumptions about how other people see us and judge our actions. Have you ever felt resistance to change yourself? Have you ever experienced someone else’s apprehension to do something you’ve asked of them? Many ghosts could be creating...
Jan 09, 2022•24 min•Ep 46•Transcript available on Metacast As we begin this New Year, we thought this the perfect time to talk sales predictions for 2022 and beyond. Whether you are in the sales business or not, you are in the sales business! Don’t believe us? Have you looked for a new job? Have you tried promoting a great idea you have? Have you tried to buy something without getting ripped off? Well, guess what? You were, in fact, selling or a part of the sales process. Understanding sales is a skill you’ll want to cultivate to reach the potential you...
Jan 02, 2022•46 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast The Holidays are over with one notable exception: New Year’s Day. This is the day that many people make some sort of resolution. People have been making New Year’s Resolutions as far back as the 1600s. Perhaps even longer than that. Why are we so set on making resolutions when they often don’t last? What’s really happening is people do so much of what they shouldn’t in December. They then resolve to change all of that on New Year’s Day, just to fall back into their bad habits later in January! T...
Dec 26, 2021•26 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast The Holiday’s are a special time of the year. We take time to gather with family and friends, time to appreciate what we have, splurge on gifts, and indulge in all of our favorite foods. What about your work, your job, or your business? How do you stay effective during the Holidays? How do you use this time when people are taking a pause to set yourself up for success in the new year? In this episode, we dive into the realities of business during these last weeks of the year. The slowing down, t...
Dec 20, 2021•20 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast 
