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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending list of problems? It's time to start tackling the big ones before they become even more challenging.

In my recent episode, I shared some insights on how to identify problems in processes, so now it's time to dive deeper and let's talk about problem prioritization. This is the third step of the PDCA process that I guide clients through to roll out process releases in their organization.

Problem prioritization helps us understand which problems need solving first. It helps us focus our efforts on the things that drive the most ROI in the shortest amount of time.

In this episode, I'll teach you the two main components you need to consider for how to prioritize which problems to solve so you stop wasting time and money

Don't miss out on this episode - turn the chaos of work into manageable tasks that can be tracked, measured, and improved. Tune in now!

TIME STAMPS
[00:30] Why should we prioritize problems?
[03:12] How to solve problems?
[05:43] How to use qualitative metrics to prioritize problems?
[10:17] How to use quantitative research to prioritize problems?
[18:42] How to focus on the problems that drive the most ROI?

EPISODE RESOURCES
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Who would have imagined that 2004 would revolutionize the world of radio with the creation of podcasts? This technological innovation continues to be a growing market and has a promising future.

In this episode, we welcomed our guest, Harry Clark, CEO of Soundrise, to talk to us about the future of podcasting.

As CEO of Soundrise, Harry Clark has a singular vision: to support a thriving network of diverse and independent creators, with the freedom to tell the stories they want and build meaningful connections with their audiences.

TIME STAMPS
[4:22] The difference between public radio and podcasting.
[6:54] Harry's favorite podcast.
[8:17] What's the future of podcasting?
[12:10] The art of podcasting.
[17:14] Harry's company beginnings.
[23:00] The first and last years of Soundrise.
[39:50] The benefits of processes.

ABOUT HARRY CLARK
With a focus on innovation and growth, Harry has spent more than 30 years developing large-scale customer solutions across both commercial and public media.

Most recently, as Chief Revenue Officer for Market Enginuity, Harry oversaw sales for PRX, the leading distributor of public radio programs and podcasts including Song Exploder, TED Talks Daily, and The Moth. With a deep understanding of the podcast business, Harry works behind the scenes to bring the best people together and support their success.

If you enjoyed hearing from Harry on our podcast and want to stay connected with him, be sure to follow him on his social media channels! You can find him on:

• Website: https://www.wearesoundrise.com/

EPISODE RESOURCES
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Taiichi Ohno once said, "No one has more trouble than the person who claims to have no trouble."

It is commonplace to accept problems in processes as “how it is”, but this is the biggest danger of all, accepting the current state rather than working towards an ideal state.

To solve problems well, you have to know how to identify them.

In this episode, I want to teach you how to categorize problems and the common mistakes we see in problem solving.

Have a listen and let us know what you think in the reviews! For all my process nerds out there, you’re gonna love it, I promise!

TIME STAMPS
[00:30] What are business operations?
[04:48] How to identify problems in your processes?
[09:00] 8 types of waste in processes.
[20:02] Common mistakes in problem solving.


EPISODE RESOURCES
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All relationships have ups and downs, and none is exempt from conflict.

To help us understand and resolve conflicts in our relationships, today's guest, Annie Lalla, will join us in this episode.

Annie is a coach with knowledge of biology, philosophy, and psychology. Today, she will be teaching and advising us on how to build a good couple relationship and feel safe through conflict resolution and couple communication.

Remember, no relationship is perfect, but there is always room for improvement.

TIME STAMPS:
[0:30] The three entities of the relationship: you, your partner, and the relationship.
[4:30] The lover vs. the fighter.
[6:21] How to be a lover and not a fighter?
[9:30] How to resolve relationship conflicts?
[13:15] How do I know what role I play in my relationship?
[17:28] How past relationships influence present ones.
[24:37] Codes of conflict.
[27:54] Should we break up after a conflict?

ABOUT ANNIE LALLA
With an Honors Science Degree in Biology & Philosophy (minor in Buddhism), Annie studies include evolutionary psychology, integral theory, spiral dynamics, intergenerational family systems and therapeutic sexuality. With professional certifications in Emotions Coaching, NLP and Clinical Hypnosis, her tools extend to metaphoric reframes, role-play and interacting with clients as their highest selves.

If you enjoyed hearing from Annie on our podcast and want to stay connected with her, be sure to follow her on her social media channels! You can find her on:

• Website: https://annielalla.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lallabird/?hl=en

EPISODE RESOURCES
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For our guest, Andrew Horn, all we need to build solid relationships is confidence, create connections, and have clear communication.

In addition to being the Founder and CEO of Tribute, a video maker for special occasions, Andrew also trains organizations and leaders around the globe on Social Flow - a simple, science-informed framework for confidence, communication, and connection.

In this episode, we will talk about the four-question framework to create confidence, clear communication, and connection. Also, we will dive into the meaning of purpose and calling, internal belonging, and transpersonal meditation.

TIME STAMPS:
[05:40] The difference between art and fine art.
[09:00] The power of digital communication.
[11:10] Purpose and calling vs. connection and communication.
[15:00] What role does inclusiveness play in internal belonging?
[21:40] How to build solid relationships?
[26:22] The four pillars of awareness.
[45:56] The 4-question framework.
[53:10] Where to find Andrew.

ABOUT ANDREW HORN
Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Tribute.co (INC500 #256) and has been coined the “Dale Carnegie for the Digital Age” by Forbes. In addition to building companies, Andrew trains organizations and leaders around the globe on Social Flow - a simple, science-informed framework for confidence, communication and connection.

If you enjoyed hearing from Andrew on our podcast and want to stay connected with him, be sure to follow him on his social media channels! You can find him on:

• Tribute Website: tribute.co
• Andrew’s Website: www.itsandrewhorn.com
• Andrew’s Instagram: @itsandrewhorn

EPISODE RESOURCES:
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New year, new... news?

This episode is not your typical New Year's episode. Today marks the second anniversary of our podcast.

We've reached over 30 countries with 80 episodes, and I couldn't be more grateful to all of you who actively listen to and support the podcast.

As I said before, we have news! Our podcast is going to have a slight change during 2023 to provide you with better information and lighten the pressure on my shoulders in this new phase of my life, which I will share with you during the episode.

With that said, thank you and happy 2023!

TIME STAMPS
[0:30] New year piece of advice.
[2:58] Podcast changes.
[6:45] My 2023 news.
[7:53] Thank you gift.

EPISODE RESOURCES
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Do you have problems with alcohol? If so, you could possibly suffer from Alcohol Use Disorder, better known as alcoholism.

In this episode, alcohol-free lifestyle expert Amanda Kuda will join us.

Due to the normalization of alcohol in society, Amanda, like many of us, didn't realize that her alcohol consumption kept her from reaching all her potential. Once she discovered it, she decided to make a change for herself and live an alcohol-free lifestyle, an experience that later led her to become a coach and help others.

Join the conversation and listen to the episode.

Today, we will talk about the negative effects of alcohol, the spectrum of alcohol consumption, the sobriety perspective, the loss of identity, and more.

TIME STAMPS
[1:09] The normalization of alcohol in society.
[2:38] The spectrum of alcohol consumption.
[5:41] Alcohol use disorder symptoms.
[8:37] What prevents people from giving up alcohol?
[12:27] The challenges of sobriety.
[16:12] The benefits of giving up alcohol.
[23:49] How does alcohol affect my social life?
[29:25] What is the first step to stop drinking?
[32:30] Where to find Amanda.

ABOUT AMANDA KUDA
Amanda is an alcohol-free lifestyle expert. She’s a holistic life coach, speaker and author living, working and playing in Austin, TX. As a coach, Amanda helps ambitious, soul-centered women stop drinking and start manifesting the life they deserve and desire.

She teaches a modern approach to personal development, self-actualization, and spiritual enlightenment through the lens of elective sobriety. Amanda is currently under contract with Penguin Random House imprint and she's ready to publish her first book, Unbottled Potential (on shelves October 2023).

If you enjoyed hearing from Amanda on our podcast and want to stay connected with her, be sure to follow her on her social media channels! You can find her on:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandakuda/
• Website: https://amandakuda.com/
• What is Your Alcohol-Free Archetype Quiz: https://amandakuda.com/quiz

EPISODE RESOURCES

• https://hubermanlab.com/what-alcohol-does-to-your-body-brain-health/
• https://thispodcastwillkillyou.com/

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Learning from other industries can help detect patterns and trends of what success looks like across the board. Sometimes certain aspects are industry specific, but being well rounded and understanding different perspectives helps with critical thinking and problem solving. My guest today shares his decade plus of experience in the film and television industry and gives us insight on what really works.

Bobby Hoppey holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Corporate Communications from Elon University. His executive experience includes indie finance shops Complementary Colors, Valparaiso Pictures and Echo Lake Entertainment, where he oversaw their respective in-house project slates. His most recent producorial credits include Neon's Pig starring Nicolas Cage (streaming on Hulu) and the LGBTQ rom-com Straight Up (streaming on Netflix)—both Independent Spirit Award nominees. Bobby has a number of feature projects currently in development through his new production shingle Coveside Films. 

Time Stamps:

(4:42) The Lifecycle of Film/Television Development

(6:48) Development Process

(14:00) Buyer’s vs Producers

(22:05) After the Buyer Interest

(25:20) What Makes a Great Film to Bobby?

(30:32) Character Development

(38:06) Favorite Actors and Actresses

(43:40) Biggest Myths in the Entertainment Industry

(49:02) Bobby’s Guilty Pleasure

(51:46) Where to Find Bobby

Follow Bobby on Instagram - @BobbyHoppey

Living in Austin, we’ve seen many popular companies either start or move their HQ and Regional Offices here such as Onnit, Yeti and Indeed, to name a few. We’ve also seen a trend of tech companies specializing in health and wellness start here in the city. 

My guest today is Marcus Stroud, the Co-Founder of TXV: an early stage venture capital firm that led investments into companies such as Oura, Future, Levels and Open. We talk about how Marcus started in Venture Capital, how he defines human performance, the future of human performance and new companies emerging in the space.

Time Stamps:

(1:00) Who is Marcus?

(1:54) How Marcus Started

(3:55) What is a Venture Capital Fund?

(5:35) Who is Marcus’s Customer?

(10:25) Defining Human Performance

(14:00) The Future of Human Performance

(23:38) Missing Opportunity in the Space

(26:45) What Marcus Uses

(29:47) Where To Find Marcus

Follow Marcus on Instagram

“Communication” has become a buzzword in today’s modern workplace with few understanding its true importance and value. Many companies say they want to communicate effectively to their teams and employees, but so much of communication is nonverbal and, in turn, misunderstood. My guest today has helped his clients gain over a billion dollars in new business using the communication strategies he teaches.

Richard Newman is the Founder of Body Talk. Over the past 22 years, his team has trained over 120,000 business leaders around the world to improve their communication and make a larger impact. We talk about two major aspects of communication, what you’re communicating with your hands and arms, the science of communication—including a very interesting study—and much more!

Time Stamps:

(2:00) Richard’s Story

(6:08) Where Richard Lives

(6:35) Two Biggest Things About Communication

(10:00) The Science of Communication

(20:00) Talking With Your Hands/Communication with Your Arms

(25:40) A Story of Transformation

(27:50) Richard’s Product Suite

(29:26) Where to Find Richard

Follow Richard:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/richardnewmanspeaks/

Body Talk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ukbodytalk/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardnewmanspeaks/

Body Talk LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/communicationskillstraining/