Productive Joy

On today's episode of Productive Joy, Dr, Christie discusses insights from her interview with Steve Richman about the importance of authenticity in leadership. She stresses the need to understand team members' unique personalities and appreciation languages to lead effectively and also introduces a fun, quick personality test. She also shares tips for creating a cohesive and productive team environment. Connect with ⁠Steve⁠ ⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

Today on the show, Dr. Christie welcomes Steve Richman, an incredible speaker and consultant, to talk about authenticity, communication, and achieving productive joy. Steve shares his journey from law to motivational speaking, emphasizing the importance of sincerity, personalized communication, and embracing one's unique self. He also discusses strategies for leaders to more effectively connect with their audience. Connect with Steve 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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

On this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie digs into the best takeaways from her interview with Erin Port, CEO of Simple Purposeful Living and the art of simplification. Learn how tiny changes can align your activities with your priorities through practical tools like meal planners, brain dump notepads, and goal-setting aids. Discover the power of joy journaling and making small, impactful adjustments to lead a more fulfilled and productive life. Find more about ⁠Erin Port⁠ ⁠⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

Today Dr. Christie brings you the perfect guest, Erin Port, founder of Simple Purposeful Living. She shares practical tips on how to simplify your life, align with your priorities, and cultivate productive joy. She and Dr. Christie talk about how to manage your time effectively, set meaningful goals, and bring purposeful simplicity into your daily routine. Find more about Erin Port ⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie talks about some of the highlights of her interview with Iky Chan. She dives into the importance of authenticity and redefining success, not just in financial terms but in personal growth and making others shine. She emphasizes self-analysis, improvement, and proactive action, and encourages listeners to take bold steps towards realizing their full potential, taking that big step, and living genuinely. Find more about ⁠⁠Iky Chan⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

This may be one of the most down to earth and inspiring episodes yet. Have you ever felt lost, or not good enough, or the overwhelming feeling of imposter syndrome? Well Dr. Christie welcomes a guest that help you to break through all of that, because she's been there. Iky Chan helps people realize their true potential and shine. She shares her inspiring life story, overcoming cultural expectations to find her true self and success. She and Dr. Christie discuss the importance of self-acceptance, aligning personal interests with professional goals, defining success and joy on one’s own terms, and how to be our own heroes and embrace our unique paths. Find more about ⁠Iky Chan ⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

Today Dr. Christie has a bit of a celebration, and some wisdom to share. She also highlights her recent conversation with Traci Schubert Barrett on redefining success, finding purpose, and her book 'What If There's More?' Plus, a heartfelt celebration of her 25th wedding anniversary, insightful marriage advice, and the significance of mentorship in relationships. Find more about ⁠Traci Schubert Barrett⁠ ⁠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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

Today Dr. Christie has a big name guest, Traci Schubert Barrett, one of HGTV's founders and the author of 'What If There's More'. Together, they explore the journey of redefining success and finding significance. Traci shares her personal story, insights from her book, and steps to identify your true purpose. Learn how to create a fulfilling life beyond conventional success and the importance of aligning actions with personal values. Find more about Traci Schubert Barrett 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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

Today Dr. Christie is expanding on the highlights from her inspiring conversation with James Shaw. Learn how simple ideas can create a profound impact, discover the power of leveraging resources—both people and things—and the importance of not having all the answers but knowing where to find them. Join us for insights on wisdom, community, and taking action with joy. Connect with ⁠James⁠ 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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie is joined by James Shaw, a multifaceted expert in real estate. James shares his struggle and transformation that occurred during the pandemic, leading to the creation of a successful morning mastermind call for real estate agents. They discuss the importance of balancing personal and professional life, creating a sense of community, and showing up authentically. James also offers wisdom on focusing on team support and integrating education, work, and fun into daily life for true fulfillment. Connect with James 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 masters 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.  As a coach, networking specialist, and keynote speaker she can help any human overcome mediocrity to experience extraordinary interactions with others.  She can help you AIM, Analyze your current interactions, Improve on those interactions, and Move towards extraordinary relationships. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "I want to be terrible at my job today." but quite often they are because they don't have the right tools in their toolbelt to be extraordinary. Christie can help.