Your Loving Kick in the Pants

By Marci Barker

Develop personal accountability so that follow through becomes easy and peaceful. Learn the 6 step Accountability Code and allow life and fitness coach Marci Barker be your loving kick in the pants to... more

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How many episodes does Your Loving Kick in the Pants have?

The podcast currently has 162 episodes available.

Your Loving Kick in the Pants episodes:

January 17, 2024#61 Beyond the Posts: A Guide to Genuine Social Media Success and Business Growth
In this podcast episode, I address the common struggle of individuals trying to leverage social media for business growth. Recognizing that many people feel their efforts on social media are not yielding the desired results, I offer insights on making social media content more engaging and profitable.
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The episode emphasizes three key tips: the importance of deliberate and intentional content creation, the need for authentic engagement in social interactions, and the significance of analyzing and adapting strategies based on results.
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I also share personal experiences, including the challenges of maintaining authenticity when delegating social media tasks and the realization that adapting and analyzing content can lead to more effective outcomes.

Topics covered in this episode:
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Importance of deliberate and intentional content creation

Recognizing the need for authenticity in social media engagement

Analyzing and adapting social media strategies based on results

Overcoming the misconception that quantity trumps quality in content creation

Aligning social media content with the interests and needs of the audience

The impact of personal experiences on social media authenticity

Balancing the use of social media assistants while maintaining authenticity

Recognizing social media as a two-way conversation for better engagement

Assessing the authenticity of social media strategies for individual and business alignment

The role of enjoyment in successful social media use for business growth.
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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9min
January 10, 2024#60 Big vs. Small: Unpacking the Debate on Corporate Success and Social Responsibility
In this podcast episode, I discuss a viral post about the Stanley company and its significant growth after changing its target market. The company, originally a camping and hunting brand targeting men, transitioned to offering products in various colors aimed at women.

I share insights from social media posts and discussions in a women entrepreneurs group where some individuals express frustration about the rising prices of limited edition Stanley cups and criticize big businesses for overshadowing small enterprises. I reflect on the challenges of running a business, the entitlement of companies to reap rewards for their risks, and the importance of personal responsibility and individual effort in achieving success.

Key Topics Covered in the Episode:
Stanley company's market shift

Viral post about Stanley's growth

Change in target market and product colors

Complaints about limited edition Stanley cups' prices

Comparison between big and small businesses

Criticism of successful companies

Personal stories and struggles

Responsibility and effort in business success

Support for small businesses

Reflection on beliefs and values in business
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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8min
January 03, 2024#59 Embracing Ease: Sustaining Accountability and Intentionality in the New Year
In this first podcast episode of 2024, I reflect on the past year (2023) and share my personal experiences and changes in my life. I discuss a recent talk I gave at church titled "Hard Times Are Also Healing Times," and I didn't share everything on the podcast because I wanted to keep it business-focused. I express excitement for the new year and reveal that my chosen word for the year is "ease."

I also share additional words for each quarter, month, and day, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and productivity. The episode transitions into a discussion on sustaining accountability with new habits, especially at the beginning of the year. I introduce five questions related to accountability and provide insights into each question, encouraging listeners to reflect on their goals, motivations, and past successes.

Topics Covered in the Episode:
Reflection on the past year (2023).

Choosing a word for the new year ("ease") and additional words for each quarter, month, and day.

Introduction to sustaining accountability with new habits.

Mention of upcoming mastermind events by my group, Lady Bosses of Utah.

Invitation to an online mastermind on sustaining new habits with accountability.

Five questions to help listeners reflect on their accountability and habits.

The significance of knowing the purpose behind being in business.

Exploring what accountability means to individuals.

Considering the balance between adding and subtracting tasks to enhance accountability.
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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18min
December 27, 2023#58 Happy New Year: Last episode of 2023
In this last podcast episode of the year 2023, I reflect on the week between Christmas and New Year's, addressing the ambiguity of whether it's a dead week, a busy one, or a time for preparation and reflection.

Sharing a very short snap shot of my personal journey of transition, I contemplate whether to push harder, level up, or simply rest.
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Topics covered in this episode:
Reflection on the week between Christmas and New Year's.

Personal transition and the decision to rest.

Seeking advice and feedback on maintaining success.

Emphasis on the importance of self-care and integration.

Encouragement for listeners to assess their own needs.

Preview of upcoming content and excitement for the new year.

My upcoming cruise experience and commitment to rest.

Anticipation of the new year with a fresh understanding and accountability.
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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5min
December 20, 2023#57 Leveling Up in Business: In Depth Tips on Relationships, Money, and Offers
In this podcast episode, I provide valuable insights and tips for business growth, specifically concentrating on relationships, money management, and organizing offers.

This episode underscores the significance of purposeful networking, urging listeners to prioritize quality connections and align with successful individuals. Practical financial advice, including creating a budget and understanding money, is shared, along with the importance of comfortable discussions about finances and seeking professional support.

The concept of the "offer sandwich" is introduced as a strategic approach to presenting and selling products or services, emphasizing clear messaging and client buy-in. I conclude by emphasizing the alignment of offers with personal values for enhanced authenticity and improved sales.
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Topics covered in the episode:
Purposeful networking for business growth

Recognizing and celebrating successes in relationships

Financial management tips, including creating a budget

Understanding how money works and seeking support

The concept of the "offer sandwich" for effective sales

Aligning offers with personal values and passions

Overcoming challenges and growing pains in business

Setting and surpassing business goals

Seeking professional support, such as bookkeepers

The importance of adapting and taking action for business growth.
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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21min
December 13, 2023#56 Easy and Peaceful Follow-Through: A Comprehensive Review of the Accountability Code
In this episode, I excitedly reviewed the Accountability Code, a six-step process designed to help individuals align their minds and bodies for easy and peaceful follow-through in their goals and struggles. The episode begins with a discussion about taking action in the right direction and the importance of addressing resistance before moving forward.
I emphasize the promise to make follow-through easy and peaceful, asserting that the Accountability Code is a valuable tool that requires reflection and humility for effective execution. The six steps of the code are introduced: reflection, humility, planning, implementing, commitment, and feedback.

Key Topics Covered:
The concept of taking action in the right direction.

The importance of addressing resistance before moving forward.

My promise to make follow-through easy and peaceful.

Introduction to the Accountability Code as a valuable tool.

The six steps of the Accountability Code: reflection, humility, planning, implementing, commitment, and feedback.

Reflection as a crucial starting point, thinking about goals, values, and problems.

Humility in recognizing one's current state and tapping into sources for improvement.

Planning as a detailed proposal for achieving success.

Implementing as the beginning of showing up, putting desired skills or values into use.

Commitment as dedication to a personal cause, and feedback as information for improvement.
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I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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18min
December 06, 2023#55 Unfiltered and Unsolicited Business Advice For You to Consider
In this podcast episode, I discuss valuable business advice based on submissions from my Facebook group. I share my own journey in business since 2015, highlighting the changes and lessons learned along the way. I emphasize the importance of accountability, trying new things, and making informed decisions in building a successful business.

Key Topics Covered:
My background and experience in business since 2015.

Transition from personal training and nutrition to life and business coaching.

Reflection on hitting six figures in business and the misconceptions around it.

The significance of trying different approaches and learning from experiences.

The use of The Accountability Code in shaping my business decisions.

Discussion on the question: "What's something you wish someone would have told you early on in your career/business journey?"

Insights on the importance of recognizing that nobody will care about your business as much as you do.

Comments from the Facebook group on lessons learned in business, including caution about hiring coaches and the value of getting help.

Advice on not starting a business unless you are solidly middle class, countered by my own perspective on overcoming challenges.

The importance of learning the foundational nuts and bolts of business, finding one's unique approach, and falling in love with clients to build a successful business.

I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.
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20min
November 29, 2023#54 From Cult to Coach: Martha's Success with Gratitude
This episode features a guest, Martha, who shares her experiences and insights on improvement and accountability. I recount how Martha and I became fast friends after a long car journey to a retreat.
Martha, a certified life and health coach, talks about her unique journey, including being raised in a cult, and how she has overcome challenges to find resilience and happiness. The episode delves into Martha's gratitude practice and a game she plays to shift perspectives.
Towards the end, we discuss Martha's upcoming book, part of an anthology titled "Breaking the Silence: Voices of Survivors," which shares stories of resilience and transformation. The conversation also touches on accountability and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's past to move forward.

Key Topics Covered:
Friendship forged during a long car journey to a retreat.

Martha's background, including being raised in a cult.

The importance of divine timing and intervention.

Martha's role as a life visionary and certified life and health coach.

Gratitude practices and Martha's gratitude game.

Martha's upcoming book in the "Breaking the Silence Voices of Survivors" anthology.

Martha's unique journey and experiences in overcoming challenges.

Accountability and forgiveness in personal growth.

Shifting perspectives through gratitude and focusing on the positive.

The power of understanding one's past for future growth and happiness.

I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.http://www.marcibarker.com
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36min
November 22, 2023#53 Time Management and Distraction-Free Success: Mastering Business Growth
Welcome to Season 3 of Your Loving Kick In The Pants. This episode emphasizes the importance of consistency, aligning actions with goals, and achieving a deeper level of self-mastery to enhance business success. I offer some of my best tips for using your phone productively without excessive scrolling. Last we discuss taking time off to play.

I want you to know a lot of the business owners I work with, struggle with time management and you are not alone, I made this episode with you in mind.

Topics Covered in the Episode:
Reflection on one year in podcasting and unexpected achievements.

Consistency and goal alignment leading to opportunities.

The importance of self-mastery for business success.

Community engagement and the success of the host's Facebook group.

Contrast between a valuable, engaged Facebook group and spam-filled groups.

Tips for effective time management on social media.

Addressing the problem of excessive phone use and addiction to social media.

Specific tips for using Facebook on the computer rather than the phone.

Exploring tips and strategies shared within the Facebook group for better time management on social media.

I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download.http://www.marcibarker.com
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22min
November 15, 2023#52 A Whole Year of Growth! Season 2 Recap and Season 3 Preview
In this podcast episode, I provide a season two recap of my podcast, celebrating the achievement of consistency with 52 episodes. I encourage listeners to reflect on the episodes and highlight key ones, ranging from topics like work-life balance and creating honest friendships to overcoming resistance, handling anger and stress, and mastering finances for entrepreneurs. I also gave a sneak peek into season three, promising more solo episodes and community engagement, aiming to create an interactive and supportive space for my listeners.

Top Ten Episodes of Season 2:
Ep. #28 Healing After Trauma: A Story of Resilience and Forgiveness with Shaylee Sorensen

Ep. #22 Creating Honest Friendships with Amber Myers

Ep. #24 Bringing the Confident Vibes with Leah Barker

Ep. #23 - Overcoming Resistance with Love, Acceptance, and Respect with Elle Pace

Ep. #25 How to Handle Anger and Stress with Liz Barker

Ep. #35 Building a Successful Business: Mastering the Art of Sharing Value

Ep. #21 Finding Work + Life Balance with Jeana Nunez

Ep. #31 Building a Thriving Business while Prioritizing Self-Care and Family with Angie Radke

Ep. #33 The Power of Self Reflection: Discovering Your Strengths and Expanding your abilities with Taylor Proctor

Ep. #27 Inside the Teen Mind: Exploring Homeschooling, Popularity, and More with Leila Barker
I recorded my entire audiobook and I'd love for you to consume it between episodes go to my website below for the FREE download:

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FAQs about Your Loving Kick in the Pants:

How many episodes does Your Loving Kick in the Pants have?

The podcast currently has 162 episodes available.