Owning the Wait

When you start a weight loss or fitness journey, you typically understand that you have to change your, diet, move your body more, and change a few other habits. There's a process. The same is true of other projects in your life or your business!

So how do you manage a big project in your business or in life? You may find yourself just reacting to the circumstances instead of taking a proactive approach towards your goals. That's where project management comes in!

Going from ambition to action is all about having a plan. fit-flavors recently started utilizing a project management platform, and it has been a game changer! It allows every person in every role to recognize how they play into the larger goals and objective of the business. It gives everyone a clear picture of priorities and nothing falls through the cracks because it's all documented in one place.

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Time management is the skill that can make or break you. If you don't work at developing it, you will likely reach a point where your schedule is no longer sustainable.

In the early days of Fit-Flavors, time management was fun for me, almost like a game, but as time went on my schedule got increasingly complicated to the point that I was drowning in it. I had to learn and adapt to all of the things I had taken on if I wanted to be successful.

What did that look like? Well, I had to get some help and I had to invest my time in the areas that most needed my attention. I started color blocking my schedule and noticing the balance I had between work and life in a given week.

If you don't feel like you have enough time or you feel like you aren't spending your time on the right things, it can be so helpful to sit down and set up time blocks! You have to understand your schedule, how you work best, and move things around the week from there.

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Get ready for some real talk. We're diving into the topic of accountability!

Accountability is about meeting the expectations you set for yourself and those set for you. Achieving your goals shouldn't be left to chance. Instead, design systems that ensure your success by holding you accountable. Staying accountable can help you reach any goal, whether it be personal, health, relational, or work-related.

Join myself and Cyd as we discuss the importance of taking radical responsibility and full ownership of your actions, both big and small. We're also exploring how you can find the right system or structure for you; one that holds you accountable and allows you to thrive in your zone of genius. We hope our personal experiences get you fired up and inspired to take control of your own accountability so you can reach your goals!

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It can be incredibly frustrating when you have this big idea in your head but it feels like it's still in "la la land" and you're not quite sure how to bring it to life. That's where a standard comes in. It's the key to taking your vision and making it something tangible and achievable. And there's one exercise that I've found to be extremely helpful in bringing that vision to life: the "5 Why" exercise. It's simple but powerful in giving you a better understanding of the problem and will help you come up with a solution.

But, once you clearly understand the vision, it's not over yet. The next step is to build the rest of the standard - and this is where the real work comes in. You'll need to consider scope, definitions, procedures, and references. And most importantly, you have to ask yourself "what does good look like?" so that you can set clear and achievable goals.

If you found this episode helpful, be sure to check out the rest of the episodes in our "Taking Full Ownership" series.

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Fit-Flavors is going through a rebirth of sorts in terms of our standards. We're working to elevate and reset all the standards across the board in every department.

Why? Because standards are often one of the most critical, yet overlooked aspects, of successful project management. They provide a crucial foundation for everything within a project, serving as guiding principles for all team members to work towards a common goal.

Without them, business owners run the risk of confusion and miscommunication, which can result in delays and subpar results. Join my conversation with Cyd Rechtin as we share practical handles around how to set good and effective standards.

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Tired of lacking leadership skills and feeling unsure? Cyd and I are talking about the key traits and strategies for impactful leadership.

We are exploring the world of leadership and what makes a great leader. Gain insight into the essential qualities of a good leader, including humility, confidence, self-discipline, empathy, and a love of learning. Learn how to use these characteristics to improve accountability, have tough conversations, and increase open communication.

This episode is just the beginning, follow along throughout this series to transform into a confident and effective leader! Get ready to take notes and elevate your leadership abilities to new heights.

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Acne affects everyone at some point in their life; whether it be the odd pimple or a battle with breakouts for their whole lives. Jillian is joined by Lucy Greene to explore what may be causing your acne and what you are doing right now to get it under control. Lucy is a certified acne specialist who has made it her life's mission to assist people in overcoming their acne and living less stressful lives. If you suffer from acne, today's episode with Lucy Greene will bring the relief you've been seeking.

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When we go on vacation, we constantly tell ourselves that we are not going to overindulge and wreck our diet and healthy lifestyle. However, we often fail to keep our promises and feel guilty about it. Jillian discusses what she does to maintain her healthy lifestyle when traveling, as well as the importance that good habits play in making it feasible. If you're trying to find the correct balance between splurging and not being able to enjoy traveling at all, Jillian's ideas and methods today will help you find it!

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Insurance is a nightmare when it comes to determining what it will pay for and what it will not pay for, as well as what services you may use on your plan.

Jillian is joined once again by her friend Mindy Musselman to explore the interactions your insurance has when it comes to working with a registered dietitian, as well as other services you may be losing out on with your insurance despite paying for them.

If you've been thinking about working with a dietitian but aren't sure if your insurance will cover it, this episode should help clear things up!

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We've all heard that after you hit 40, your body begins to decline in terms of how you feel and how you view yourself. However, this doesn't have to be the case. There are things we do in our lives that are harmful to us and our bodies and will create damage in the long run.

Jillian discusses the importance of listening to your body in order to make healthier lifestyle decisions. She also explains the events of her life, the effects they had on her and her body, and what she did to address them. If you are nearing 40 (or even in your twenties) this episode has a wealth of useful information that will benefit you in the long haul.

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