

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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Oct 16, 2024 • 8min
Building Empowered Teams Through Authenticity and More with Sydney Hughes
Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie talks about her most recent episode with Sydney Hughes, founder Senior Proof, a partnership with Lowe's. She shares Sydney's story to where she is today, her leadership insights, and how to leverage team strengths using the Enneagram. She also discuss the importance of authenticity, continuous improvement, and celebrating achievements.
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.

Oct 15, 2024 • 32min
Uncovering the Human Aspect of Workplace Culture with Sydney Hughes
On today's episode, Dr. Christie welcomes entrepreneur and CEO Sydney Hughes to share her insights on integrating the human side in business. She discusses founding Senior Proof, the significance of empathy in leadership, and supportive workplace cultures. She and Dr. Christie talk about her transition from construction to healthcare-focused ventures, highlighting psychological safety, mental health, and the balance between professional and personal growth. Sydney's story underscores the value of authenticity, collaboration, and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
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.

Oct 9, 2024 • 7min
Emotional Mastery, The Power of Perspective and More with Evan Marks
Today Dr. Christie reflects on insights from yesterday's extraordinary guest, speaker and coach Evan Marks, who helps CEOs and athletes understand their emotional control and its impact on behavior. The importance of gratitude and curiosity, coupled with the ability to shift from reactive to thoughtful responses, is highlighted by Dr. Christie.She also further explores personal growth through analogies and life approaches, and recognizes their influence and ability to change reactions, push through challenges, and focus on turning fun into actionable positivity.
Connect with Evan
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.

Oct 8, 2024 • 36min
Slow Down To Speed Up with Evan Marks
Please don't miss this, it could change your life!
On today's episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces performance coach and keynote speaker, Evan Marks. They discuss the power of intentional behavior change, viewing feelings as data, and the ability to choose one’s behavior to foster growth. Evan shares insights from his life, transitioning from Wall Street to coaching, highlighting physical, emotional and mental challenges, and the merging of psychoanalysis with neuroscience.
He and Dr. Christie dive into the importance of patience, action, and shifting from survival to thriving. This heart-to-heart offers listeners practical advice on self-improvement, the impact of psychological safety in leadership, and the pursuit of ‘productive joy’ through conscious living.
Connect with Evan
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.

Oct 2, 2024 • 7min
Creating a Valued Workplace with Dr. Christie McMullen
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie recaps her recent webinar, Women Who Lead: Leveraging Your Superpowers, and discusses the importance of fun in the workplace. She introduces her AIM system (Analyze, Improve, Move) to help leadership teams foster a safe, logical, fun, and memorable work environment, using real-world examples and offering practical tips for team improvement and engagement.
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.

Oct 1, 2024 • 27min
Special Episode! Women Who Lead with Dr. Christie McMullen
Today Dr. Christie is bringing you an amazing episode, celebrating wisdom from not just one, but over a dozen past female guests who have shared profound insights on leadership and personal growth. Highlighting key lessons from various episodes, she emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, authenticity, and leveraging one's unique strengths. PLUS! Don't miss Dr. Christie's first-ever free webinar, 'Women Who Lead: Leveraging Your Superpowers,' happening on Tuesday, October 1st at 1pm Eastern. See you there!
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.

Sep 25, 2024 • 6min
Life Is Not Happening To Me & More with Amy Woodall
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie shares highlights from her interview with Amy Woodall, an Indiana-based entrepreneur and founder of The Conscious Habit, talking about the importance of building intentional relationships and how life responds to our actions.
Also, Dr Christie has some amazing news to share! She's announcing her upcoming free webinar, 'Women Who Lead,' and the release of her book 'Learning Can Stick' on Audible. Join us to explore how to use your personality as a superpower and learn new tools for effective communication.

Sep 24, 2024 • 33min
Creating Conscious Habits with Amy Woodall
In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Amy Woodall, a meditation teacher, entrepreneur, and host of the Conscious Habit podcast. Amy shares her journey from retail management to founding her company, Conscious Habit, which focuses on integrating personal and professional development.
She discusses the importance of relationships, internal awareness, and overcoming ego to achieve productive joy. Amy also explains her approaches to coaching, leadership training, and retreats designed to help individuals and organizations lead beyond ego and live with intentionality.
Connect with Amy
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.

Sep 18, 2024 • 10min
The Number One Mission of a Leader and More with Mark McFatridge
Today Dr. Christie explores invaluable insights she got from her discusssion with yesterday's guest, Mark McFatridge.
Transitioning from accountant to CEO, Mark now mentors CEOs nationwide through his company, Quade. He shares his impactful 'Four E's' approach: Engagement, Education, Empowerment, and Execution. Dr. Christie dives into each principle, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement, surrounding oneself with diverse thinkers, and turning experiences into actionable growth. She encourages leaders to foster learning, trust, and accountability within their teams, aiming to create better versions of themselves both personally and professionally.
Find more about about Mark
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.

Sep 17, 2024 • 34min
Igniting The CEO Within with Mark McFatridge
On today's episode, Dr. Christie welcomes guest Mark McFatridge, a late-blooming entrepreneur. Mark tells his story; starting in accounting, moving onto banking and his transition to a successful entrepreneur. He and Dr. Christie cover a wide range of topics including leadership lessons, the importance of being unapologetically authentic, the value of finding one's tribe for personal and professional growth, and his formula for turning around struggling businesses through engagement, education, empowerment, and execution.
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.


