

Productive Joy
Dr. Christie McMullen
Welcome to Productive Joy with Dr. Christie. I'm your host, Christie McMullen, and together we are going to make sure we turn fun into action. How will we do that? By thoughtfully taking AIM. AIM stands for Analyze Improve Move. We're going to analyze the things that you're currently doing that you're like, I probably could find more joy in this. We're going to improve on those things by listening to experts and learning all kinds of new ways to do business. And then we're going to move. It is time to learn and grow together...let's do this.
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Aug 27, 2024 • 32min
Joy Is An Inside Job with Amos and Krystal Pierre
Today is doubly good as Dr. Christie welcomes two guests, Amos and Krystal Pierre. They discuss effective leadership strategies, focusing on the importance of recognizing and nurturing employees' strengths rather than pinpointing their weaknesses. Emphasizing positive reinforcement and appreciation, and highlight how adopting a supportive approach can boost productivity and create a more enjoyable leadership experience.
Find more about Amos and Krystal
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Aug 21, 2024 • 7min
When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Orange Juice? with Troy Whitehurst
Welcome back! Today Dr. Christie brings you a few highlights from her recent interview with Troy Whitehurst, an inspiring author who through life changes, put his multiple sclerosis in remission. He emphasizes the power of choice and intentionality in one's life, and reminds us that one's focus determines their reality, whether it be good or bad and choosing how to leverage circumstances to benefit yourself.

Aug 20, 2024 • 34min
Choose To Be Happy with Troy Whitehurst
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie is joined by Troy Whitehurst to discuss his journey from educator to insurance agency owner after a life-changing multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Through faith, dietary changes, and a resilient mindset, Troy turned adversity into a new purpose. He emphasizes the power of choice in cultivating happiness and joy, talks about his inspiring book "Choose to Be Happy," and offers insights into influencing one's own healing and success.
Find more about Troy
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Aug 14, 2024 • 7min
Building The Right Team and More with Christen Ritchey & Caroline Johnson
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie recaps an enlightening conversation with Caroline Johnson and Christen Ritchey of J.R. Family Law. They discuss balancing work and family life, creating flexible work environments, and understanding personal productivity zones. Learn how to identify your green, yellow, and red zones to maximize efficiency and turn fun into action.

Aug 13, 2024 • 32min
Flexibility and Accountability with Christen Ritchey & Caroline Johnson
Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie interviews sisters Christen Ritchey and Caroline Johnson, Founders of Johnson Ritchey Family Law. They share their insights on creating a flexible, joyful, and productive work environment. Learn how these dynamic women balance family, entrepreneurship, and legal careers while fostering an all-female team dedicated to high-quality service. , while simultaneously champion work-life balance, and team dynamics.
Find more about Johnson Ritchey Family Law
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Aug 7, 2024 • 6min
When Quiet is Key and More with Altair Gonzalez
Today Dr. Christie talks about her interview with Altair Gonzalez, a world traveler and event organizer and what she took away from it. She discusses self-worth, leading with confidence, and learning from failures, how recognizing your own worth makes you unstoppable, and practice and perseverance lead to mastery.

Aug 6, 2024 • 30min
Always Be Ready with Altair Gonzalez
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes her friend Altair Gonzalez, an event planning extraordinaire, world traveler, and community volunteer. They discuss the importance of staying ready for new opportunities, the power of adaptability, and leveraging one's passions.
Altair shares about organizing corporate events focused on stopping human trafficking and money laundering and offers valuable leadership lessons on empowering teams and how to stay motivated.
Find more, and connect with Altair
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Jul 31, 2024 • 5min
Staying Curious and More with Dr. Brianna Rhue
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie gives highlights of from Monday's episode with Dr. Brianna Rhue, an optometrist turned tech entrepreneur.
The conversation highlights overcoming identity crises and finding light in challenging times along with the magic that happens when we remain curious.
Find more about Dr. Rhue
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Jul 30, 2024 • 28min
Getting Out of the Dark with Dr. Brianna Rhue
On today's episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces us to Dr. Brianna Rhue, an optometrist turned tech entrepreneur. Dr. Rhue shares her journey from traditional optometry to founding Dr. Contact Lens, a company aimed at digitizing eye care.
She discusses the importance of supporting physicians, her experience balancing family and career, and offers insights on maintaining gratitude, finding your tribe, leading with integrity, and how she brings light to her profession and life through innovation and perseverance.
Find more about Dr. Rhue
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.

Jul 24, 2024 • 9min
Leadership and Dogs vs. Cats and More with Anthony Cook
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie shares insights from her conversation with Anthony Cook on authenticity, leadership, and understanding human behavior through the lens of 'dogs and cats'. Learn how to harness newfound energy and embrace your unique self.
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.


