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- Pamela Slim talks about the Widest Net
Pamela Slim is an author, community builder, consultant and former corporate director of training and development at Barclays Global Investors. Since 2005, Pam has advised thousands of entrepreneurs as well as companies serving the small business market such as Infusionsoft, Progressive Insurance and Prezi.
In her latest book, The Widest Net, Pam explains how to build strong diverse relationships, identify and connect with new partners, expand markets and find new customers in places you may never have considered. It’s been a long time coming having Pam join the show. Join us as we discuss stress-testing a framework, the always/ never list, books tours – and unintended puns.
Talking Points
- Putting together the Widest Net framework
- Pam’s variation of the customer avatar exercise
- Understanding your ecosystem
- The Accordion principle and setting boundaries
- Beginning a business with a mission statement
- Fostering the right business relationships
- Finding your ‘Peanut Butter and Jelly’ partners
Quote
"Running a business is always a team sport."
Helpful Links
- ‘Widest Net’ by Pamela Slim
- K’é Main Street Learning Lab
- Episode 103: The Unmistakable Srinivas Rao
- Episode 388: Mike Michalowicz talks about Getting Different
- You Need A Budget
- ‘Quiet’ by Susan Cain
- PamelaSlim.com
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41 min - Pamela Slim talks about the Widest NetPamela Slim is an author, community builder, consultant and former corporate director of training and development at Barclays Global Investors. Since 2005, Pam has advised thousands of entrepreneurs as well as companies serving the small business market such as Infusionsoft, Progressive Insurance and Prezi.In her latest book, The Widest Net, Pam explains how to build strong diverse relationships, identify and connect with new partners, expand markets and find new customers in places you may never have considered. It’s been a long time coming having Pam join the show. Join us as we discuss stress-testing a framework, the always/ never list, books tours – and unintended puns.Talking PointsPutting together the Widest Net frameworkPam’s variation of the customer avatar exerciseUnderstanding your ecosystemThe Accordion principle and setting boundariesBeginning a business with a mission statementFostering the right business relationshipsFinding your ‘Peanut Butter and Jelly’ partnersQuote"Running a business is always a team sport."Helpful Links‘Widest Net’ by Pamela SlimK’é Main Street Learning LabEpisode 103: The Unmistakable Srinivas RaoEpisode 388: Mike Michalowicz talks about Getting DifferentYou Need A Budget‘Quiet’ by Susan CainPamelaSlim.comWant to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.47 min
- Lisa Erickson talks about the Art and Science of Meditation
Lisa Erickson is an energy worker, writer, and meditation teacher specializing in women’s energetics and sexual trauma healing. She has trained in multiple contemplative traditions and energy healing modalities, and is certified in mindfulness meditation instruction, kundalini activation, and trauma sensitivity.
I found Lisa's new book ‘The Art and Science of Meditation’ as such a powerful resource. It guides you through ways to overcome common obstacles, easy-to-understand explanations of classic spiritual texts, guidance on choosing meditation teachers and retreats, and much more. In our conversation we explore how to build a sustainable meditation practice, how to find a style that suits you, the health benefits, walking habits – and doing nothing for 60 seconds.
Talking Points
- Why meditation is such a valuable practice
- Setting realistic goals and the power of micro-meditation
- The parallels with diet and nutrition
- The role of consistency when building new habits
- Mixing up your meditation styles
- Overcoming the myth of ‘conquering’ meditation
- Why chakra meditation is Lisa’s go-to practice
- Guided meditations and apps
- The role of supplements
Quote
"Trust that change is happening."
Helpful Links
- ‘Creative Quest’ by Questlove
- The Muse headband
- ‘The Art & Science of Meditation’ by Lisa Erickson
Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.
And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.
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44 min - Lisa Erickson talks about the Art and Science of MeditationLisa Erickson is an energy worker, writer, and meditation teacher specializing in women’s energetics and sexual trauma healing. She has trained in multiple contemplative traditions and energy healing modalities, and is certified in mindfulness meditation instruction, kundalini activation, and trauma sensitivity.I found Lisa's new book ‘The Art and Science of Meditation’ as such a powerful resource. It guides you through ways to overcome common obstacles, easy-to-understand explanations of classic spiritual texts, guidance on choosing meditation teachers and retreats, and much more. In our conversation we explore how to build a sustainable meditation practice, how to find a style that suits you, the health benefits, walking habits – and doing nothing for 60 seconds.Talking PointsWhy meditation is such a valuable practiceSetting realistic goals and the power of micro-meditationThe parallels with diet and nutritionThe role of consistency when building new habitsMixing up your meditation stylesOvercoming the myth of ‘conquering’ meditationWhy chakra meditation is Lisa’s go-to practiceGuided meditations and appsThe role of supplementsQuote"Trust that change is happening."Helpful Links‘Creative Quest’ by QuestloveThe Muse headband‘The Art & Science of Meditation’ by Lisa EricksonWant to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.50 min
- Perry Marshall talks about Detox, Declutter, Dominate
Endorsed in FORBES and INC Magazine and has authored eight books, Perry Marshall is one of the most expensive business strategists in the world. At London’s Royal Society he announced the world’s largest science research challenge: the $10 million Evolution 2.0 Prize. His reinvention of the Pareto Principle is published in Harvard Business Review, and his Google book laid the foundations for the $100 billion Pay Per Click industry. He has a degree in Engineering and lives with his family in Chicago.
I found Perry’s latest book ‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate: How to Excel by Elimination’ truly fascinating (it reveals a lot in just 36 pages), so it was great to unpack some of his key insights. In this productive conversation we discuss the elimination mindset, freewriting, email response times, morning walks and written down bucket lists.
Talking Points
- The breaking point that lead Perry to write his book ‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate’
- The key to Renaissance Time
- How to get past “I don’t have time for XYZ”
- The two types of work: instructional and creative
- Finding out what creates your creative juices
- The principle of the $2700 espresso machine
- Perry’s morning journal routine
Quote
"Space in your life starts here."
Helpful Links
- ‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate’ by Perry Marshall
- Episode 351: Eating Frogs with Brian Tracy
- ‘Hemingway’ documentary
- ‘The Art of Impossible’ by Steven Kotler
- Understanding the Job – Clayton Christensen talk
- ‘The 80/20 Principle’ by Richard Koch
- Episode 385: Adii Pienaar talks about Measuring Life Profitability
- ‘Life Profitability’ by Adii Pienaar
- 42: the wildly improbable ideas of Douglas Adams – Kickstarter
- PerryMarshall.com
Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.
And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49 min - Perry Marshall talks about Detox, Declutter, DominateEndorsed in FORBES and INC Magazine and has authored eight books, Perry Marshall is one of the most expensive business strategists in the world. At London’s Royal Society he announced the world’s largest science research challenge: the $10 million Evolution 2.0 Prize. His reinvention of the Pareto Principle is published in Harvard Business Review, and his Google book laid the foundations for the $100 billion Pay Per Click industry. He has a degree in Engineering and lives with his family in Chicago.I found Perry’s latest book ‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate: How to Excel by Elimination’ truly fascinating (it reveals a lot in just 36 pages), so it was great to unpack some of his key insights. In this productive conversation we discuss the elimination mindset, freewriting, email response times, morning walks and written down bucket lists.Talking PointsThe breaking point that lead Perry to write his book ‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate’The key to Renaissance TimeHow to get past “I don’t have time for XYZ”The two types of work: instructional and creativeFinding out what creates your creative juicesThe principle of the $2700 espresso machinePerry’s morning journal routineQuote"Space in your life starts here."Helpful Links‘Detox, Declutter, Dominate’ by Perry MarshallEpisode 351: Eating Frogs with Brian Tracy‘Hemingway’ documentary‘The Art of Impossible’ by Steven KotlerUnderstanding the Job – Clayton Christensen talk‘The 80/20 Principle’ by Richard KochEpisode 385: Adii Pienaar talks about Measuring Life Profitability‘Life Profitability’ by Adii Pienaar42: the wildly improbable ideas of Douglas Adams – KickstarterPerryMarshall.comWant to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.50 min
- A/J Jackson talks about Music, Glasses and Color Theory
A/J Jackson is an American filmmaker, musician, songwriter, record producer, and the lead singer for the band Saint Motel. From feeling too limited to one color choice with his own eyewear – A/J Jackson took the leap and created interchangeable tinted lenses. He’s now the founder of AVIEW, which helps you experience a new way of wearing glasses where you can swap out colors whenever you feel like it. Colors can affect your mood, productivity, and general sense of well being.
I really enjoyed speaking with A/J Jackson and learning how he maintains his ‘creative muse’. In this episode we discuss how it went from making music to glasses, finding a team of experts to work with, color theory – and the 3D printer at his local library.
Talking Points
- Taking on new creative projects
- Color theory and its impact on mood and productivity
- The meaning behind ‘rose-tinted glasses’
- The power of changing your working environment
- Experimenting with hyper-scheduling
- On being a disciplined artist
Quote
"By chunking your time, you’re starting afresh each time."
Helpful Links
- AVIEW.com
- ‘Hemingway’ documentary
- ‘The Authentic Swing’ by Steven Pressfield
- ‘The War of Art’ by Steven Pressfield
- Jerry Seinfeld: Comedian
- A/J Jackon’s Instagram
Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
36 min - A/J Jackson talks about Music, Glasses and Color TheoryA/J Jackson is an American filmmaker, musician, songwriter, record producer, and the lead singer for the band Saint Motel. From feeling too limited to one color choice with his own eyewear – A/J Jackson took the leap and created interchangeable tinted lenses. He’s now the founder of AVIEW, which helps you experience a new way of wearing glasses where you can swap out colors whenever you feel like it. Colors can affect your mood, productivity, and general sense of well being.I really enjoyed speaking with A/J Jackson and learning how he maintains his ‘creative muse’. In this episode we discuss how it went from making music to glasses, finding a team of experts to work with, color theory – and the 3D printer at his local library.Talking PointsTaking on new creative projectsColor theory and its impact on mood and productivityThe meaning behind ‘rose-tinted glasses’The power of changing your working environmentExperimenting with hyper-schedulingOn being a disciplined artistQuote"By chunking your time, you’re starting afresh each time."Helpful LinksAVIEW.com‘Hemingway’ documentary‘The Authentic Swing’ by Steven Pressfield‘The War of Art’ by Steven PressfieldJerry Seinfeld: ComedianA/J Jackon’s InstagramWant to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using.41 min
- Mike Michalowicz talks about Getting Different
Mike Michalowicz is an American author, entrepreneur, and lecturer. He is currently an author of seven business books published by Penguin Random House, including ‘Profit First’ and ‘Clockwork’, and is the former host of the "Business Rescue" segment for MSNBC's Your Business. It’s an honor and a privilege to have Mike on the show as we get to explore how to truly succeed through marketing your business.
We explore how to be in control of your leads, Mike’s ‘DAD’ methodology, being different ‘enough’, plain text emails – and fun houses.
Talking Points
- What inspired Mike to write ‘Get Different’
- The attitude of experimenting vs planning
- How to specify your audience
- Being ‘different enough’
- Seeking inspiration from other industries
- Learn how to instantly analyze your marketing campaigns
Quote
"The creation of new is an improvement of old."
Helpful Links
- GoGetDifferent.com
- ‘Clockwork’ by Mike Michalowicz
- Clickup
Want to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using – or you can do so on a variety of podcast platforms by clicking here.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
37 min - Mike Michalowicz talks about Getting DifferentMike Michalowicz is an American author, entrepreneur, and lecturer. He is currently an author of seven business books published by Penguin Random House, including ‘Profit First’ and ‘Clockwork’, and is the former host of the "Business Rescue" segment for MSNBC's Your Business. It’s an honor and a privilege to have Mike on the show as we get to explore how to truly succeed through marketing your business.We explore how to be in control of your leads, Mike’s ‘DAD’ methodology, being different ‘enough’, plain text emails – and fun houses.Talking PointsWhat inspired Mike to write ‘Get Different’The attitude of experimenting vs planningHow to specify your audienceBeing ‘different enough’Seeking inspiration from other industriesLearn how to instantly analyze your marketing campaignsQuote"The creation of new is an improvement of old."Helpful LinksGoGetDifferent.com‘Clockwork’ by Mike MichalowiczClickupWant to discover some of the books mentioned on the podcast? Check out Scribd, my reading app of choice.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. Also don't forget to check out all of our podcast sponsors found on our podcast sponsors page.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and/or review wherever you listened to the episode. And if you want to have easy access to the archives of the show and ensure you don't miss the new episodes to come then subscribe to the podcast in the app you're using – or you can do so on a variety of podcast platforms by clicking here.43 min
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Hosted by productivity strategist Mike Vardy, A Productive Conversation offers insightful discussions on how to craft a life that aligns with your intentions. Each episode dives into the art of time devotion, productiveness, and refining your approach to daily living. Mike invites guests who are thinkers, doers, and creators to share their strategies for working smarter and living more intentionally. From practical tips to deep dives on mindset shifts, this podcast will help you reframe your relationship with time and find balance in a busy world.
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