












“Where you sit today is the accumulation of all the decisions you’ve made in life. People are responsible for how they want to respond to stimulus.” 
– Austin Clark



Austin joins me today to outline the core concepts from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People that greatly impacted his life and business. He explains how the Moxie Pest Control company has incorporated concepts from the book into its leadership training as it relates to its salespeople, sales program, and operations.



Austin also highlights the value of perspective, the difference between great and good pieces of work, and the importance of seeing and widening the space between stimulus and response.











This week on The Mindset Zone:




* The first time Austin read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and how it impacted him



* Evolving as a person and how Austin still learns new things from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People even by reading it annually



* Taking responsibility and becoming more proactive than reactive to life’s stimuli



* The How of Happiness and the limits of genetic circumstances



* The power of interdependence, synergy, and group collaboration



* Sharpening the saw and the importance of self-care



* The Mindset Zone’s PIE method



* Learning to press pause



* Increasing your self-awareness



* Embracing a mindset for experimentation and exploration








The Guest



Austin Clark is the owner of Moxie Pest Control, an Arizona-based company honored among the Inc. 5000 Companies in 2022. Since its founding in 2001, Moxie Pest Control has been raising the standard of service in the pest control industry with its mission to improve the quality of life for its customers, team, and community. As the owner of Moxie Pest Control, Austin manages and oversees every aspect of the company and is focused on building relationships and growing his team. He co-authored the book, The E-Myth Pest Control Business,with Michael E. Gerber and holds a degree in Business Administration & Management from Arizona State University.

















Connect with Austin Clark:




* Moxie Pest Control



* Book: The E-Myth Pest Control Business: Why Most Pest Control Businesses Don't Work and What To Do About It



* Moxie Pest Control on LinkedIn



* Austin Clark on LinkedIn



* Email: AClark@MoxiePestControl.com








Resources Mentioned:




* Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.

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“AI is a 100-foot wave. It's going to disrupt everything in a directly or indirectly.”
-Ana Melikian







In this episode, host Ana Melikian, delves into the intriguing topic of AI and its impact on our emotions and humanity. Ana explores how AI, much like a 100-foot wave, is a force of disruption that brings with it a mix of excitement and apprehension.



Ana discusses various audience reactions to AI, ranging from curiosity and amazement to discomfort and skepticism. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging these diverse feelings and leveraging them to navigate the AI wave effectively. 



Ana shares her innovative approach of using AI avatars in her presentations to engage audiences and gather their emotional responses via surveys, creating fascinating insights.







She highlights the need for a balanced approach to AI, urging listeners to neither ignore nor be overwhelmed by it. Instead, Ana encourages adopting a strategy akin to surfing the 100-foot wave—embracing AI while safeguarding human potential and well-being. She underscores the importance of collective effort, comparing it to the teamwork seen in big wave surfing to ensure AI enhances rather than detracts from humanity.



Tune in to explore how to press the pause button, increase self-awareness, and embrace an experimentation mindset to harness AI's potential without falling into burnout. 



Ana calls for diverse, humanistic voices to join the conversation, ensuring a holistic approach to AI's integration into our lives.



Let's dive in!







This week on The Mindset Zone:




* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome



* 00:59 AI and Human Response



* 02:12 Using AI Avatars in Presentations



* 03:24 Audience Reactions and Emotional Responses to AI



* 05:15 The Importance of a Balanced Approach to AI



* 07:02 Surfing the 100-Foot AI Wave: A Team Effort



* 10:00 Pressing Pause and Increasing Self-Awareness



* 12:00 Embracing Experimentation Mindset



* 16:51 Bringing Humanistic Voices to the AI Conversation



* 18:16 Conclusion and Call for Listener Input
















Meet Your Host:



Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.





AI – How does it make you feel?















“Celebrating craft, celebrating what you're good at, is what I wanna spend my life's work on.”
-Adam McKee







In this episode, host Ana Melikian is joined by Adam McKee, a visionary small business owner and craftsman from Lincoln, Nebraska. Adam delves into the ethos of celebrating craft in both business and life, sharing his experiences from taking over Contemporary Woods, a custom cabinetry business specializing in high-end homes.



Ana and Adam discuss the intricate relationship between craftsmanship and mindset, emphasizing the importance of focusing on both the tangible and intangible aspects of one's work. Adam sheds light on his personal journey, detailing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and the transformative power of continuous learning and community engagement.







The conversation also covers strategic and tactical approaches to business, highlighting how maintaining high standards and fostering a culture of teamwork and improvement can propel a business forward. Adam's commitment to changing the legacy of his last name and enhancing the lives of those around him through his work truly encapsulates the spirit of celebrating craft.



Let's dive in!







This week on The Mindset Zone:




* 00:00 Introduction and Welcome



* 00:21 Ana introduces Adam McKee and the theme of the episode



* 01:33 Adam discusses his background and his business, Contemporary Woods



* 02:33 The concept of celebrating craft and its impact on personal and professional life



* 04:23 Exploring the deeper values behind craftsmanship



* 07:15 The transition from being a craftsman to a business owner



* 10:14 Strategic and tactical learning in business development



* 13:09 The importance of culture and core values in a business setting



* 16:18 Learning from books and the significance of choosing the right mentors



* 19:24 Discussion on personal growth and legacy within family and business



* 22:50 Final thoughts and where to find more about Adam and his work
















Meet Meet the Guest:



Adam McKee is the owner of Contemporary Woods, a family-owned small business that serves their local community by delivering fine craftsmanship with integrity and creativity.







Connect with:




* Adam McKee's LinkedIn



* ContemporaryWoods.com



* Instagram @contemporary_woods












Related episodes:



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Celebrating Craft in Business & Life with Adam McKee















“You will find the critical points in your life where you defy expectations.”
-Ana Melikian







In this episode, host Ana Melikian delves into her personal and inspiring journey of defying expectations, both self-imposed and those set by society. Ana shares fascinating stories from her life, from her experience as a speaker with an accent in three languages, to more profound experiences like dealing with dyslexia and overcoming serious health challenges like inflammatory breast cancer.



Ana reflects on her upbringing during the Carnation Revolution in Portugal, her academic challenges and triumphs, and professional choices that led her to move across continents for love and pursue her passion in a new country. Each story highlights how she surpassed the expected limitations and societal norms to redefine success on her own terms.







She encourages listeners to examine their own life narratives through the lens of defying expectations, whether it be tackling bias about professional capabilities based on physical attributes, or pushing back against cultural stereotypes. Ana's message is clear – embracing a mindset of defiance can lead to extraordinary personal growth and accomplishment.



This episode is a call to listeners to engage in self-reflection, identify their own areas of ‘expectation defiance', and perhaps challenge a few limiting beliefs along the way.



Let's dive in!







This week on The Mindset Zone:




* 00:00:00 Introduction and Ana's Mission



* 00:01:04 Defying expectations in language and speech



* 00:02:10 Personal history and the impact of the Carnation Revolution



* 00:03:46 Overcoming dyslexia and academic challenges



* 00:06:36 Defying gender norms in childhood and adolescence



* 00:07:55 Multilingual achievements and academic pursuits abroad



* 00:08:44 Personal decisions leading to life in the USA



* 00:10:07 Battling and overcoming inflammatory breast cancer



* 00:11:05 Reflecting on interviews from the podcast that defy expectations



* 00:14:16 The PIE method – Pause, Increase self-awareness, Experiment with defying expectations



* 00:15:31 Additional resources and how to connect with Ana
















Meet Your Host:



Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.





Defying Expectations: Embracing Challenges and Overcoming Limitations















“Colors evoke emotions conditioned by personal associations, our culture, and historical context.”
-Ana Melikian







In this episode, our host, Ana Melikian, immerses herself in the vibrant world of hues as she unravels the significant role colors play in our lives. Like her cherished collection of scarves, Ana views colors as a means to transform our appearance, mood, and mindset.



She delves into how colors are a silent language influencing our emotions and shaping our actions, an awareness meticulously capitalized on by advertising and marketing industries. Ana highlights the strategic choice of colors by brands to evoke specific feelings—red communicates energy and urgency, while blue is synonymous with trust and calmness, to name a few.







Ana turns to the cultural and historical journey of color perceptions, such as the shifting gender connotations of pink or the power of purple. The episode is a color palette urging audiences to become more self-aware of their color choices. It's an invitation to pause, reflect, and maybe step out of your chromatic comfort zone to see how it changes your feelings and actions.



Are you ready to explore the power of colors in the zone where mindset matters?



Let's dive in!







This week on The Mindset Zone:




* 00:03 Introduction to the Power of Colors



* 01:24 Significance of Colors in Branding



* 02:18 Ana's Personal Connection to Red in Her Brand



* 03:35 The Symbolism Behind Different Colors



* 04:39 How Brands Can Shape Color Meanings



* 06:03 Historical Context and Evolution of Color Meanings



* 07:30 Colors and Their Significance in Eastern Traditions



* 09:02 The Personal Impact of Color Choices in Daily Life



* 11:37 The importance of Color in Business Environments
















Meet Your Host:



Ana Melikian, Ph.D., advises leaders on how to amplify impact while avoiding burnout. She is passionate about teaching others how to unlock their human potential using simple and powerful approaches such as her P.I.E. method.





The Power of Colors: Uncovering the Hidden Impact of Hues in Our Daily Lives















“We have to be able to see the space between the stimulus and the response.”
-Ana Melikian, Ph.D.







In this episode of Mindset Zone, Authors Unite founder Tyler Wagner interviews Ana Melikian, PhD, for a transformative discussion on the systemic approach to human potential and the management of burnout. Ana introduces the listeners to her profound PIE method, emphasizing the power of pause, increased self-awareness, and a mindset geared towards experimentation.



Tyler and Ana delve into practical strategies for fostering sustainable work environments, highlight the continuum between burnout and full engagement, and touch upon the indispensable role sleep plays in maintaining optimal functioning.



Ana candidly shares her personal journey from psychology to coaching, revealing how her battle with cancer triggered a paradigm shift that led her to work smarter, not harder, and profoundly maximize her impact.







With an array of insights spanning from the psychological frameworks employed in therapy to the significance of connecting within larger systems, this episode is an enlightening roadmap for anyone looking to enhance their personal and organizational well-being.



Join us for a conversation that promises to uplift, inspire, and equip you with the tools necessary to thrive in today's fast-paced world while staying grounded in purpose and balance. Remember, when you feel stuck or overwhelmed, hope is available, and asking for help is a courageous step.



Ready to explore the intersection of individual growth and systemic synergy to prevent burnout and optimize your impact?



Let's dive in!







This week on The Mindset Zone:




* 00:07 Introduction and Welcome



* 01:20 Ana Melikian's Journey from Psychology to Coaching



* 03:45 The PIE Method – Pause, Increase Awareness, Experiment



* 05:30 Strategies for Organizations to Prevent Burnout



* 07:10 The Importance of Sleep and Managing Work Intensity



* 09:05 Ana’s Personal Experience with Cancer and Redefining Work



* 11:15 The Continuum of Burnout and Full Engagement



* 13:40 Tools and Frameworks in Psychotherapy



* 15:20 Tapping into Human Potential through Connection and Systems



* 17:50 Concluding Thoughts and Further Resources








Ana Melikian Journey to Maximizing Impact Qoute







The interviewer:



Tyler Wagner is the founder of Authors Unite, a publishing company that allows business owners to elevate their message through the power of authorship.



Learn more about his work at:




* authorsunite.com



* The Tyler Wagner Show








*This episode is rebroadcast here at the MINDSET ZONE® with explicit consent from Tyler Wagner,

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