As a business owner, leader, or parent — you’re carrying a lot. So how do you stay clear, grounded, and focused… without burning out? In this episode of the AMA Show, Coach Woody and Kristin Rinkel unpack the strategies, mindset shifts, and leadership habits that help you stay sharp when everyone’s pulling on your time and energy.

From listening as a leadership superpower to managing ambition and gratitude, this episode is full of insight for anyone juggling complexity in their career and personal life.

We cover:

• The energy-draining habits leaders need to unlearn

• How to listen first — and why it creates stronger influence

• What the Savannah Bananas can teach you about customer experience

• The formula for long-term satisfaction (hint: it’s not more hustle)

• Real talk on burnout, balance, and doing work that actually matters

Listener takeaway:
You don’t need to do more — you need to do what matters most. Tune in for honest, actionable strategies to protect your energy and lead with clarity.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Humidity jokes & Colorado catch-up
01:57 – “You have two ears and one mouth…”
04:14 – The best question leads to a deeper one
06:23 – Savannah Bananas & Fans First
13:35 – Reducing friction for your customers
20:08 – Leadership habits you need to unlearn
26:45 – Building a culture that sustains motivation
33:53 – How to find fulfillment beyond financial success
40:57 – Balancing ambition with gratitude
53:54 – How to keep your energy sharp as a parent & business owner
59:29 – “More isn’t better. Better is better.”

Resources Mentioned:

• Fans First by Jesse Cole

• Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks

• VIA Strengths Assessment

• High Performance Habits by Brendon Burchard

• Pedal Stomper Productions — shoutout to Josh Trokey

• The Business Fix Podcast with Chrissy Myers & Josh Troche