Episodes
Monday Jan 16, 2012
The Art + Science of Managing Your Energy with Kathryn Hunter
Monday Jan 16, 2012
Monday Jan 16, 2012
There's a marvelous quote by Martha Graham, simple in its truth. She says, "The body never lies." Over the years, I've noticed that one of the ways my introversion shows itself most strongly is that I live in my head. That means that I can sometimes ignore what my body is telling me, which can lead to all sorts of trouble. The trouble is usually around my energy management - or lack thereof. Introverts are especially aware of their energy, since it's a valuable currency that's frequently expended in the normal business of living in a highly social world. This podcast interview focuses on how we can increase our energy awareness and listen to our body's truth more closely. Kathryn Hunter is an introvert and an artist who, upon realizing the small size of the box she had created for her life, began chronicling the trials, successes and failures of stretching her comfort zone. Kathryn and I talk about how that all happened, plus
- The easy way to protect your precious energy
- How to turn anxiety into adventure
- One simple question that will shift your attitude
- The importance of "mental resets"
- Simple back-to-basics steps that will bring you energy and productivity
Saturday Nov 26, 2011
Tech Tips for Small Business with Sven Mogelgaard
Saturday Nov 26, 2011
Saturday Nov 26, 2011
As small business owners, we have enough on our plates without worrying about the latest and greatest gadget that comes out every month. The good news is, we don’t have to. This conversation I had back in the spring with Sven Mogelgaard of Byte Slaves Computing provides some insights about how to stay on top of what’s most important while not getting distracted by bright shiny objects. We also talk about Sven’s discovery that he’s more in touch with his introvert side than he thought, and how that influences his networking and community involvement.
Also discussed:
- His key to juggling multiple commitments (he's one busy entrepreneur!)
- How networking can be more enjoyable and actually energize you
- The biggest tech challenges of the small business owner
- A crash course on The Cloud
- A few tech predictions
Wednesday Jan 12, 2011
Be More Productive with Claudine Motto
Wednesday Jan 12, 2011
Wednesday Jan 12, 2011
Do you ever find yourself sitting at your computer at the end of a long workday, thinking, "Where did all the time go!?" It's not just about how quickly the time passes - it's also about what I have to show for it. When asked what people value more, time or money, the answer is usually time. So how do we make the most of what we have? In this podcast episode, Productivity Coach Claudine Motto of Vistal Norte (soon to be known as Business in Blossom) offers a few powerful tips and resources to help us put time on our side. We talk about some of the bug-a-boos that get in our way and how to move through them, including
- Perfectionism & Procrastination
- Thinking "If I just had the right software..."
- Being absorbed in busy-ness instead of business
- Not being clear on our priorities
Wednesday Dec 22, 2010
Money & Mindfulness with Debbie Whitlock
Wednesday Dec 22, 2010
Wednesday Dec 22, 2010
How does an introvert wind up leading a large networking organization, hosting a nationally syndicated radio program and running her own company? Lots of energy, vision and taking care of business - most importantly, the business of taking care of herself. This week's podcast focuses on how one introvert leader has stepped into the spotlight and created ways to spread her message in a way that is authentic to who she is. Along the way, we also get some tips about having a friendly relationship with your time, energy and financial resources. For more than 14 years, Debbie Whitlock, as president of her own financial services company, has been financially educating and empowering suddenly single women as they make the financial transition from life with a partner to one without. Debbie reminds women that addressing their financial future from scarcity and fear will not lead to the prosperity they desire and deserve. In this inspiring conversation, we talk about how with deep self-awareness, introverts can shape their lives to fit their needs and energy. You'll hear about
- Her journey to becoming the leader of a prominent networking group
- What's wrong with trying to "manage" your energy
- The biggest financial mistakes people make in their personal and professional lives
- Debbie's greatest wish for entrepreneurs everywhere in 2011
Saturday Dec 18, 2010
Your Year-End Process Check with Beth Buelow
Saturday Dec 18, 2010
Saturday Dec 18, 2010
Year's end is always a time of reflection. We have a tradition that says we each get a clean slate on January 1. Whatever happened in the previous year can be left behind and recycled and forgotten with the old calendar. But when we leave it behind without any reflection or thought, we are practically destined to repeat the same mistakes, have the same challenges and stay in the same place. How can harness the positive energy and desire for shedding of the old and embracing of the new that happens every January 1? How can we get off the treadmill of running in place and start to turn corners and speed past more and more mile markers? During this podcast, I offer a few thoughts, gathered from friends and colleagues and my own experiences. In addition, I share some guiding questions that result in a personal "process check," designed to offer space for reflection on 2010 and anticipation of 2011. Download a PDF of the questions. (opens in new window)