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In this episode, Erin Cummings explores the topic of decision-making, specifically the debate between head and gut decision-making. She discusses the complexity of decision-making and the numerous decisions we make on a daily basis. Erin delves into the brain's decision-making process and the influence of past experiences on decision-making. She also explores the connection between emotions and decision-making, particularly the impact of fear and the role of intuition. Finally, Erin emphasizes the importance of using logic and values together in decision-making and introduces a method for making difficult decisions.

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Takeaways

• Decision making is a complex process that involves both logical and emotional factors.
• Using habits can simplify decision-making and reduce decision fatigue.
• The brain's decision-making process involves categorizing decisions as either fear-based or pleasure-based.
• Past experiences and emotions play a significant role in decision-making.
• Intuition can be a valuable tool in decision making.
• The best decisions are made by combining logic, values, and action.
• A method for making difficult decisions involves visualizing different scenarios and paying attention to the body's response.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:56 The Complexity of Decision Making

02:24 Using Habits to Simplify Decision Making

03:23 The Burden of Decision Making as a Leader

04:18 The Never-Ending Question: What's for Dinner?

05:18 The Brain's Decision-Making Process

06:15 The Influence of Past Experiences on Decision Making

07:45 The Connection Between Emotions and Decision Making

10:14 The Impact of Fear on Decision Making

11:41 The Role of Intuition in Decision Making

13:04 The Three H's of Decision Making: Head, Heart, and Hands

14:53 The Importance of Using Logic and Values Together

18:00 The Power of Using Head, Heart, and Hands in Decision Making

20:26 A Method for Making Difficult Decisions

23:19 Conclusion and Season Break Announcement

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In this episode, Erin Cummings shares her personal journey as an entrepreneur and her current research on mindfulness in women entrepreneurs. She discusses her background in ballet and how she transitioned to yoga and opened her own studio. Erin also talks about her real estate investment company and her graduate program in entrepreneurship. She highlights the challenges and passion in entrepreneurship and encourages listeners to have self-awareness and balance in their entrepreneurial journey.

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Takeaways

• Entrepreneurship is challenging and requires self-awareness and boundary-setting.
• Transitioning from one career to another can lead to unexpected opportunities.
• Mindfulness and mental health practices are important for women entrepreneurs.
• Passion and a balance between heart and mind are crucial in entrepreneurship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

03:42 Becoming an Entrepreneur

09:26 Transitioning to Yoga and Opening a Studio

18:11 Taking Over the Yoga Studio

19:24 Real Estate Investment Company

23:00 Graduate Program in Entrepreneurship

24:22 Researching Mindfulness in Women Entrepreneurs

26:14 Challenges and Passion in Entrepreneurship

27:42 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Emily Scherer shares her journey as an entrepreneur and the founder of The Guild, an event space in Richmond, Texas. She discusses how the idea for The Guild started and the challenges she faced in starting her own business. Emily also talks about the impact of Hurricane Harvey on her business and how she transitioned during the COVID-19 pandemic. She shares her experience with podcasting and her involvement with the Fort Bend Museum Association. Emily also discusses her life as a pilot's wife and the importance of self-care and travel. In this conversation, Erin Cummings and Emily Scherer discuss various topics related to travel, creativity, and personal growth. They talk about packing preferences, pushing creativity limits, daily creativity hacks, the importance of chaos in creativity, factors that kill creativity, finding inspiration in everyday life, overcoming creative blocks, encouraging creativity in others, current projects and goals, self-care and excitement, exhaustion and self-sabotage, and advice for the future self.

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Takeaways

• Starting a business requires creativity, perseverance, and a supportive community.
• Adapting to unexpected challenges, such as natural disasters and pandemics, is crucial for the survival of a business.
• Transitioning to new ventures and finding new ways to contribute to the community can lead to personal and professional growth.
• Balancing personal and professional life is essential, and self-care practices can help maintain well-being. Find inspiration in everyday life, whether it's through travel, cooking, or exploring different mediums.
• Embrace chaos and mess as part of the creative process.
• Take time for self-care and find ways to recharge your creativity.
• Encourage others to explore their creativity and find their own medium of expression.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:28 Starting The Guild

09:33 Transitioning During COVID-19

12:32 Closing The Guild

14:55 Transitioning to Podcasting

18:45 Involvement with the Fort Bend Museum Association

21:38 Hosting Events and Galas

26:48 Life as a Pilot's Wife

29:26 Self-Care and Travel

38:28 Pushing Creativity Limits

39:18 Daily Creativity Hacks

41:23 The Importance of Chaos and Mess in Creativity

42:26 Factors that Kill Creativity

44:21 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life

46:26 Overcoming Creative Blocks

48:41 Encouraging Creativity in Others

50:41 Current Projects and Goals

56:53 Self-Care and Excitement

57:55 Exhaustion and Self-Sabotage

01:02:16 Advice for Future Self

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In this episode, Erin Cummings discusses the worst advice she has ever received: the idea that you can have it all. She challenges the notion that success means having everything and highlights the importance of prioritizing and setting boundaries. Erin also explores the concept of physical and emotional limitations and how fear can often masquerade as a limitation. Erin encourages listeners to reevaluate their priorities and make decisions based on what truly matters to them.

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Takeaways

• Success does not mean having it all; it requires prioritizing and setting boundaries.
• Physical and emotional limitations should be distinguished from fear-based limitations.
• The idea of having it all is a myth; it is important to focus on what truly matters.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Announcement
• 02:11 The Worst Advice: You Can Have It All
• 09:03 Prioritizing and Setting Boundaries
• 13:35 Physical and Emotional Limitations
• 19:09 The Second Worst Advice: Buying Expensive Gym Membership
• 24:04 Conclusion and Call to Action

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In this episode, Erin Cummings discusses the topic of whether following your passion leads to success. She shares her thoughts on the pressure to pursue one's passion and the importance of defining success beyond financial measures. Using her experience with baking as an example, she highlights the need to adapt and find success in different ways. Erin encourages listeners to redefine success based on their own circumstances and to focus on moments of success in their everyday lives.

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Takeaways

• Success should be defined beyond financial measures.
• Passion and purpose do not always guarantee success.
• Adapting and finding success in different ways is important.
• Redefining success based on personal circumstances is empowering.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Newsletter Announcement

01:24 Upcoming Podcast Guest

03:16 Topic: Does Following Your Passion Equal Success?

06:09 The Concept of Passion, Purpose, and Success

08:26 Defining Success Beyond Financial Measures

11:08 Personal Example: Baking and Success

18:26 Different Perspectives on Passion and Success

19:19 Redefining Success and Finding Moments of Success

23:09 Conclusion and Encouragement

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In this episode, Erin Cummings discusses the challenges of managing a full plate and striving for success. She shares her experiences setting goals and intentions, reducing social media use, and prioritizing tasks. Erin also explores the importance of managing time and money effectively, dealing with being the operations manager of life and recognizing one's breaking point. She emphasizes the need to invest time and attention wisely and offers advice on setting intentions for the week.

Takeaways

Abandon goals or intentions that are not working for your life.

Your biggest investments are your time and your money.

Prioritize tasks and focus on impactful activities.

Recognize your breaking point and take a pause when needed.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Newsletter Announcement

01:28 Abandoning Goals and Intentions

03:43 The Challenge of Managing Time and Money

05:06 Prioritizing Tasks and Focusing on Impact

06:30 Challenges in Household Management

10:19 The Consequences of Missed Deadlines

11:46 The Impact of Mistakes on Self-Perception

13:09 Learning from Failures and Moving Forward

14:36 Determining Your 'Enough' Point

16:30 Recognizing Mental Health Challenges

18:28 The Burden of Emotional Labor

19:53 Understanding Your Breaking Point

24:42 Investing Time and Attention Wisely

26:27 Setting Intentions for the Week

27:52 Closing Remarks

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In this episode, Erin Cummings discusses the impact of curated experiences, particularly on social media. She explores the illusion of perfection created by influencers and the feelings it evokes in viewers. Erin also delves into the influence of marketing strategies and the power of marketing ploys. She provides examples of common marketing tactics and highlights the disappointment that can arise from curated food experiences. This week notice if you have a shift in energy and ask yourself if a marketing tactic is being used. 

Takeaways

• Curated experiences on social media can create a sense of inadequacy and comparison.
• Marketing strategies often rely on creating a curated image to sell products or ideas.
• Many marketing ploys are designed to manipulate consumer behavior and create a sense of urgency.
• Curated food experiences may not live up to the expectations set by their presentation.
• Continuous learning can be a source of inspiration and creativity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:29 The Impact of Curated Experiences

01:49 The Illusion of Perfection on Social Media

02:47 The Influence of Marketing Strategies

03:46 The Power of Marketing Ploys

04:43 Examples of Marketing Ploys

05:39 The Disappointment of Curated Food Experiences

06:22 The Importance of Learning and Inspiration

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In this episode, Erin Cummings discusses the myth of the 5 AM Club and challenges the idea that waking up early is the key to success. She emphasizes the importance of considering the source of advice and highlights the impact of sleep on productivity. Erin encourages listeners to focus on scheduling their priorities rather than prioritizing their schedule. She concludes by reminding listeners to prioritize sleep and subscribe to her new newsletter here: https://yesyogastudio.com/pages/yes-entrepreneurial-mindset

Takeaways

Waking up at 5 AM does not guarantee success; it is important to find a waking time that works best for your body and internal clock.
Consider the source of advice and only take guidance from individuals who have similar circumstances and experiences.
Lack of sleep can have a significant impact on productivity and cognitive function.
Instead of prioritizing your schedule, focus on scheduling your priorities to ensure you are dedicating time to what truly matters.
Getting enough sleep is crucial for overall well-being and success.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Announcements
02:25 The Myth of the 5 AM Club
11:29 Consider the Source of Advice
14:56 The Importance of Sleep
17:38 Focus on Priorities, Not Schedules
20:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode, Erin dives into the world of fashion with Brandi Johnson, the brains behind Brandeis Nicole. From dodging toxic work vibes to dishing out tips on curating a killer wardrobe on a budget, Brandi spills the tea on her journey from education reform to styling success. Forget toxic productivity – Brandi's all about self-belief and crafting your own entrepreneurial path. In this chat, they spill the deets on decluttering closets, jazzing up minimalist wardrobes, and decoding the quiet luxury trend. Oh, and don't miss the fashion wisdom from Brandi's stylish grandma – it's a vibe. From body shape musings to battling self-sabotage, Erin and Brandi unravel the threads of personal style, leaving you with a dose of fashion inspiration and a craving for closet reorganization.

Takeaways

• Learn tips to declutter and organize for an Insta-worthy closet.
• Discover the secrets of budget-friendly wardrobe revamps
• The key to finding clothes that hug and flatter your unique shape
• Unlock the power of self-care - the secrets sauce for a styled life

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
01:00 Transition to Entrepreneurship
02:21 Working in a Toxic Work Environment
04:17 Growing Up with Style
06:35 Discovering a Talent for Styling
07:19 Transitioning to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
10:38 Challenges of Entrepreneurship
15:26 Comparing Yourself to Others
19:45 Finding Inspiration from Other Entrepreneurs
30:00 Styling Yourself on Off Days
34:11 Editing Your Closet and Letting Go
35:03 Letting Go of Clothes
36:21 The Importance of a Well-Organized Closet
39:34 Practical Strategies for Closet Editing
41:48 Effective Ways to Display Clothes
46:48 Refreshing Your Style on a Budget
55:18 Spicing Up a Minimalist Wardrobe
01:00:43 The Quiet Luxury Trend
01:05:10 Fashion Lessons from Brandi's Grandmother
01:08:07 Fashion and Personal Style
01:09:18 Starting with Personal Vision
01:11:54 Understanding Body Shape
01:14:06 Style and Comfort
01:16:13 Self-Care and Rest
01:18:03 Excitement for the Future
01:20:15 Exhaustion from New Responsibilities
01:21:28 Self-Sabotage and Holding Back
01:24:43 Advice for Future Self

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In this episode, Erin  reflects on the new year and the common practice of setting resolutions or goals. She challenges the notion of a 'new year, new me' mentality and emphasizes the importance of recognizing that the new year doesn't automatically bring about change. Erin encourages listeners to set realistic goals and habits, focusing on enhancing strengths and delegating tasks. She also discusses the pitfalls of overdoing resolutions and the need to be present and mindful in order to create lasting change. The episode concludes with an announcement of upcoming guest episodes.

Takeaways

• The new year doesn't automatically bring about change; it's important to set realistic goals and habits.
• Focus on enhancing strengths and delegating tasks to create a supportive system for achieving goals.
• Avoid overdoing resolutions and be mindful of the pitfalls that can come with the 'new year, new me' mentality.
• Choose to be different and present, recognizing that change requires conscious action.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections
• 02:29 Setting Realistic Goals for the New Year
• 04:51 Continuing Successful Practices
• 08:42 Challenging the 'New Year, New Me' Mentality
• 11:37 The Pitfalls of Overdoing New Year Resolutions
• 15:16 Creating Attainable Goals and Habits
• 17:35 Enhancing Strengths and Delegating Tasks
• 19:59 Choosing to Be Different and Present
• 21:48 Bringing Your Whole Self into the New Year
• 22:12 Conclusion and Announcement of Guest Episodes

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