Today we sit down with Brigid Schulte, an American journalist, New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and Director of the Better Life Lab at New America, to discuss the state of American work culture and its impact on our lives.
Why does the U.S. continue to work longer hours than other countries, yet still struggle with productivity and burnout?
Brigid shares surprising insights into the hidden costs of our obsession with busyness and how the pandemic exposed cracks in our approach to work.
Tune in as we explore the answer to could rethinking what productivity truly means unlock a better work-life balance?

Key Takeaways

00:00 The Overwhelm of American Work Culture

04:56 Pandemic's Impact on Work Dynamics

10:02 Comparative Work Hours: The Global Perspective

15:05 Lessons from Countries with Better Work-Life Balance

19:25 The Illusion of Busyness

20:31 Rethinking Work Hours and Productivity

23:20The Meeting Culture Dilemma

27:30The Importance of Leisure and Creativity

31:57 Redefining Success Beyond Work

32:06Time Management Strategies for a Balanced Life

Today we sit down with Evan Carmichael, the same powerhouse you know from YouTube, to discuss all things mindset, fear, and success.

Evan shares his insights on fighting through fear, believing in yourself, and why that’s the fuel to achieving your biggest goals. We also dive into his unique strategy of theming your days to stay on track and keep your business afloat. You won't want to miss this episode where Evan reveals the simple yet powerful mindset shifts that can transform not only your day-to-day but your entire trajectory.

Wondering how to beat self-doubt, push forward with clarity, and finally take control of your time and success? Tune in and discover what it takes to break through fear and build your way to the life you’ve been chasing.

Books 

Your One Word Book - The Powerful Secret to Creating a Business and Life That Matter ⁠http://www.evancarmichael.com/oneword/⁠ 

Top 10 Rules for Success: Rules to Succeed in Business and Life from Titans, Billionaires, & Leaders who Changed the World ⁠http://www.evancarmichael.com/top10/⁠ 

254 Confidence: Your daily guide to building unstoppable confidence in your life, work, and relationships. ⁠https://amzn.to/2L2WnqA⁠ 

3 Point Landing Journal: Your powerful companion to go from just watching another video to actually taking action in your life ⁠https://amzn.to/2MHabdR⁠

Today, we sit down with Renee Warren, award-winning entrepreneur, angel investor, speaker, author, and founder of Wesley Wild Women.

Renee shares her journey of juggling the demands of entrepreneurship, motherhood, and her personal passions—like CrossFit and drumming—all while raising Irish twin sons.

 How does she manage it all?

In this conversation, we explore the mindset shifts, strategies, and years of experience that have allowed her to thrive in both business and life. Renee opens up about the mental load that comes with balancing multiple roles, the importance of authenticity, and why pushing boundaries and embracing controversy is essential for success. She’s not just talking about the hustle; she’s living it.

Tune in to learn how Renee makes it all work, and discover what it really takes to step into your full potential without compromising who you are.

21.24–28.03 Becoming a thought leader: consistency and focus

28.04–39.46 crafting your media pitch: getting published

39.47–404.15 Closing thoughts & Outro

Links

Wewildwomen.com

Reneewarren.com

Book(s)

Get Covered! How to craft, pitch and tell your startups story to get more customers

Today, we sit down with Brendan Kane, social media expert and best-selling author of 1 Million Followers In this episode, we embark on a journey down the road to 1 million followers, uncovering the treasure trove of strategies Brendan used to grow an immense online presence. But this isn’t just about gaining numbers—it's about mastering the art of quality over quantity.

Brendan reveals why quality content outshines sheer volume, and how you can adapt others' content to fit your unique voice while staying true to your brand. We tease out the secrets to growing your audience authentically, but you’ll have to listen closely to find the map to your own social media success.

Ready to navigate the path to social media mastery? Tune in for the full episode to unlock the insights you need to start your journey.

Today we sit down with Dr. Mosley, also known as The Mindset Doctor, to explore a profound journey that began with a near-death experience and led to an extraordinary transformation. Once a successful chiropractor, Dr. Mosley now dedicates his life to unlocking the potential within others, helping them find their true purpose

 In this episode, we delve into the pivotal questions we should all be asking ourselves, questions that can redefine our path and reshape our future.

Discover how Dr. Mosley faced and overcame challenges that many of us fear, including the lies we tell ourselves and the anxiety of public speaking. But that's just the beginning.

We also explore the power of affirmations and the secret routines that aren't about your morning cup of coffee but about what you do the night before. What’s the real key to bringing your dreams into reality? Dr. Mosley has the answers, but you’ll have to listen in to uncover the powerful shifts that can turn your life around with his blueprint for those ready to step into their purpose and speak their truth with courage and conviction.

Today we sit down with Co-host of the Meat Mafia Podcast and Co-founder of Noble Origins, Brett Ender, to explore his journey from personal challenges to building a groundbreaking brand centered around health and nutrition. 

Brett delves into how his own health challenges lead him to a more holistic approach on life and nutrition. This pivot would eventually lead to him rediscovering his faith opening the doors for more personal growth, and the strength to overcome obstacles only fueling his mission.

Tune in for an engaging conversation about navigating change with Faith and health in the driver’s seat! 

Meat Mafia podcast

Noble origins

Today we sit down with keynote speaker, worldwide mindset master, and salesperson-turned-life coach Dana Grant. In this episode, Dana takes us on a deep dive into the art of intuition, explaining why relying on your gut isn't always the best move. With your gut being connected to the spleen—a storehouse for fear—Dana sheds light on how to tap into a more reliable source: your intuition. She reveals two transformative questions you should ask yourself to move forward in life, questions that could change everything. 

Through open and vulnerable conversation, Dana shares how she helps her clients harness these practices to achieve personal breakthroughs. But she doesn’t give it all away—this episode is packed with insights that you won’t want to miss, leaving you eager to uncover more. 

Tune in to discover how a shift in perspective can unlock the path to your true potential.