Oh, For Sure podcast

As we think about 2021 and how to plan for the year ahead, we wanted to acknowledge that the year ahead might be a lot like the year we are leaving and that is to say that we expect it to be unexpected. This episode is all about us setting our different parameters for being our version of successful in 2021. It’s a different way than we have approached goal setting in the past and even the way that both of us are approaching our strategies are different but can we both agree that the year ahead should be focused on what you can control? Oh, for sure. 

What we talked about:

• What did you do in the past that didn’t serve you?
• What did you learn this year that does work for you?
• How will you guide your 2021 strategy? 
  • Erica has picked a word - SPACE to guide her goals for the year
  • Laura is focused on professional development and isn’t going to get distracted by 
• Focusing on what we can control and keeping in mind that the restrictions of 2020 won’t be gone
• Bonus question - what will keep you motivated this year since travel and big celebrations, live music, etc might not be an option this upcoming year? 
  • Laura introduces her “Want To Do List” 
    • Food styling 
    • Create an amazing playlist 
    • Make a bold personal appearance change - purple hair, get those glasses, change your fashion style 
  • Erica makes some suggestions 
    • Reinvented date night (to go margaritas, playing a game, dancing party in your living room)
    • Mini safe vacations 

Let’s see what happens. 

Topics covered: 

#wanttodolist

Professional Development, Career Growth, Mental health, stress management, Goal-setting, reframing, filling your bucket, relationships, hobbies, friends, music playlists, executive assistant, expectations, specific goals, self-improvement, education, qualifications, vulnerability, style

Links mentioned: 

• Madonna Inn https://www.madonnainn.com/ 
• Garden Focaccia Bread https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/24/dining/focaccia-bread.html 
• 7 Habits of Highly Effective people https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-audio-cd/dp/1511317310/ref=asc_df_1511317310 

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Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
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Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com 

How to Listen:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810  

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt 

And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

It’s coming to the end of 2020 and this episode is a celebration of the fact that we are still standing. Time to throw an ol’ fashioned party. A pity party. It’s time to call Bullshit on the phase the new normal and vent a little with friends.

We dive into the hard parts of the past year and how we feel trying to continue to find the new energy and optimism as the year closes out. We also try to find some bright spots along the way like finding new ways to celebrate holidays, rekindle friendships and pick-up new habits, but are we mainly taking out the trash in this episode? Oh, for sure.

Links mentioned:

• Sourdough starter - obtained from https://www.manresabread.com 
• UkuLenny - http://www.ukulenny.com 

Announcements: Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!

Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ohforsurepodcast.com 

Where to Listen:

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oh-for-sure-podcast/id1541797810  
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iMBNfF9JekfVIONjZtQFt 

And lots of other platforms, linked from our website!

Tis the season of giving and we wanted to jump in and share our favorites. We’ll put a little Oh, for sure spin on the traditional gift guide as we reminisce on great gifts of christmas past, making spirits bright with thoughtful present ideas and plan for a social distanced holiday season to wrap up 2020. It’s a sip and shop situation, so grab a cocktail and settle in. 

Topics covered: gifts, gift guides, shopping local, giving, self-care, celebration, lifestyle, holidays, craft cocktails 

Links mentioned:

• Penzey’s https://www.penzeys.com/
• Thrive cosmetics -  https://thrivecausemetics.com/ 
• Etsy -  https://www.etsy.com/ 
• Bitters - https://www.feebrothers.com/products/bitters/black_walnut_bitters.php 
• Fitbit -  https://www.fitbit.com/ 
• Contigo - https://www.gocontigo.com/ 
• Air BNB -  https://www.airbnb.com/s/experiences/online 
• Wreath - Harry and david  https://www.harryanddavid.com/h/christmas-gifts/trees-wreaths
• Lynch Creek Farm -  https://lynchcreekwreaths.com/ 
• Digital frame -  https://www.nixplay.com/ 
• Custom Calendars (Walgreen’s) - https://photo.walgreens.com/store/home 
• Waffle iron - https://www.cuisinart.com/shopping/appliances/waffle_makers/WAF-F30/ 
• Horseshoe ring - https://www.etsy.com/listing/701344296/lucky-horseshoe-ring
• Best Year Yet - https://www.amazon.com/Your-Best-Year-Yet-Successful/dp/0446675474 
• Watercolor pens - https://arteza.com/dp/watercolor-real-brush-pens-set-of-48 
• Glass Etching Kit - https://www.amazon.com/Silhouette-Glass-Etching-Starter-Kit/dp/B00EB0B900
• Second Harvest Food Bank - https://www.shfb.org/ 
• World Central Kitchen -  https://wck.org/
• Small business - Chocolates 
  • Claire's Squares - http://clairesquares.com
  • CC Made - https://www.ccmade.com
  • Kika's Treats - https://kikastreats.com 

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Where to find us: 

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The year is almost over and there are some choices to make. Even though 2020 was the unexpected year, there’s still time for a personal win. We’ve got a few chores that we’ve been thinking about but really want to dig into how we are going into 2021 with a big middle finger back at 2020! Big or small, how can we inspire you to get that item off your list? It’s time to get accountable! 

Topics covered: goal-setting, to-do lists, checking the box, self-regulation, goals, being an adult 

Links mentioned:

• Teux duex - https://teuxdeux.com 
• Smile direct club - https://smiledirectclub.com 
• Warby parker - https://www.warbyparker.com 
• Costco Photo Center - https://www.costcophotocenter.com 

Announcements: Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and rate/leave us a review!

Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: ohforsurepodcast.com 

The age old adage “Own your stuff, don’t let your stuff own you.” We’ve gotten to the point that we’ve collected a nice treasure trove of items, but is it still the right mix for our life now? If not, how do we detach from the attachment to things and live a less mentally and physically cluttered life? How do you start to create a criteria for the items that you bring into your life and your home. Our thoughts on beginning a new relationship with your stuff. 

Topics discussed: organization, clothing, return policies, shopping habits, process, consumer habits and managing stuff 

Links mentioned:

• 5 Love languages - https://www.5lovelanguages.com 
• The Home Edit - https://www.thehomeedit.com 

Announcements: Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!

Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: ohforsurepodcast.com 

We seem to have different opinions on the idea of subscription boxes. Erica has tried most of them and Laura shares why she thinks they are bogus. 

It’s a common occurrence these days to add subscriptions into our lives, but is it worth the hype? Do you end up with too many things that you can’t find a place for in your life or does it fill a space and meet a need that you have while saving you time? Two different takes on the goods coming right to your doorstep. 

Topics discussed: purchase habits, self-care, convenience shopping, schedules, lifestyle, subscription services, customer service, and consumer habits

Links mentioned:

Mighty Nest - https://mightynest.com
StitchFix - https://www.stitchfix.com
Fit Fab Fun - https://fabfitfun.com
Julep - https://www.julep.com
Laundry detergent (from Mighty Nest) - https://meliorameansbetter.com 

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Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
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An intro to who Laura and Erica are and why the heck you might think it’s interesting to listen to them. 

• What are you going to talk about?
  • The Oh, For Sure podcast is the 40 something voice that is a mix of all that is life and being honest about our successes and failures. How to keep moving up, improving, finding solutions, addressing challenges and life stuff. Real life conversations that we haven’t come across in other podcasts and we seemed like the right gals for the job
• How do you know each other? 
  • We’ve bonded over a love of nail perfection, craft cocktails, fashion finds and a deep, deep love of all things 80’s 
  • Married, working girls living in the Northern California Bay area
• What makes your perspectives interesting? 
  • We think we are freakin' hilarious and don’t get embarrassed easily. We have different opinions and perspectives
  • We’ve grown our careers and our lives in the Silicon Valley without all of stock options
  • We want to talk about the everyday details of getting through the Monday-Friday and how to make the big picture plans to keep growing 
• Stay tuned to the Oh For Sure podcast as we discuss everything from goals setting, consumer habits, daily routines, career twists and turns, life ups and downs all from our fabulous and flawed perspectives.

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Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast 
Email: [email protected]
Website: ohforsurepodcast.com 

Laura and Erica created vision boards back in January and now will evaluate how well their best laid plans for 2020 were either realized or obliterated with the dumpster fire of the year that it’s been. 

They address how they originally created their boards and then how the global pandemic impacted their vision, and now how they plan to make the most of the rest of the year. 

Topics discussed: mental health, diets, weight loss, family, time with friends, working out, travel, relationships, home improvement and friendship 

Thanks so much for listening and don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!

Where to find us: 

Instagram: @ohforsurepodcast
Facebook: @ohforsurepodcast
Email: [email protected]
Website: ohforsurepodcast.com