Time to Reset

What does it take to turn adversity into your greatest advantage? In this episode of Time to Reset, resilience expert and leadership coach Sara Schulting Kranz shares her powerful journey of rebuilding life after trauma—and how she now helps others do the same. 🌄 As the founder of transformational leadership retreats in the Grand Canyon, Sara has guided executives, athletes, and even a blind para-athlete to record-breaking success. Drawing from over 30 years of experience, she reveals her 5-component framework for resilience, designed to help individuals and organizations navigate change with courage, collaboration, and creativity. Tune in to learn how to lead through uncertainty, embrace change as growth, and create a culture of resilience—whether in business, leadership, or your own personal reset. 🎙️ Because when life shifts, the way out is always forward.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

In an age where technology keeps us constantly linked yet emotionally apart, connectability has become an essential skill for leaders, teams, and individuals seeking authentic relationships. Business leader and author Fredric Steck shares the principles behind his book Connectability, revealing how empathy, awareness, and genuine presence can transform both personal and professional interactions. Through stories drawn from his decades in finance, philanthropy, and leadership, Fred explores how emotional intelligence and consistent human connection can replace transactional exchanges with trust, collaboration, and meaning in today’s digital world.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

What if letting go isn’t about losing—but about opening up? 🌿 In this solo episode, Penny Zenker dives into one of the most powerful yet overlooked elements of resilience: the art of letting go. Whether it’s releasing old habits, outdated expectations, or people who no longer fit your life, learning to let go creates space for growth, peace, and new opportunities.Penny shares practical mindset shifts and reflective questions to help you recognize what’s no longer serving you, reduce emotional intensity, and realign with what truly matters. Discover how the Reset Mindset framework—step back, get perspective, and realign—can help you transform frustration into focus and resistance into resilience.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Overcoming imposter syndrome is a challenge that even high performers secretly face, yet it can also become a hidden advantage when handled with the right mindset. Talent agent, psychology professor, and author Albert Bramante blends performance psychology, hypnosis, NLP and AI strategies to show creators, educators and professionals how to turn self-doubt into a catalyst for growth. Drawing from his work with artists and leaders, he explains why our inner critic exists, how to strip away projections from others, and practical ways to breathe, pause and reframe feedback so you can unlock momentum and your best self.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Your energy tells the story your words can’t. ⚡ In this solo Time to Reset episode, Penny Zenker reveals why energy is everything when it comes to powerful communication. Whether you’re leading a team, presenting on stage, or inspiring others, your impact doesn’t come from what you say — it comes from how you show up. Discover how to harness your energy to connect deeply, engage authentically, and make your message unforgettable. 🌟 Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

True entrepreneurial scalability starts with alignment. In this episode, Stephen Scoggins—self-made entrepreneur, 9-figure business leader, and creator of the Integrated Alignment Method—shares how he transformed his life from homelessness to extraordinary success by focusing on internal growth before external results. We unpack the dangers of the “worthiness trap,” the five internal constraints that hold entrepreneurs back, and why mindset and radical honesty are non-negotiable for long-term success. Stephen also reveals his strategies for mentorship, journaling, and his Integrated Alignment Method—practical tools that help entrepreneurs achieve scalable growth with purpose. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn adversity into advantage, this conversation is your blueprint.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

In this solo episode of Time to Reset, we dive into the fascinating intersection of AI, neuroscience, and personalization. While technology is evolving rapidly, one truth remains: people crave recognition and authentic human connection. Discover how the brain responds to personalization, why it drives engagement and trust, and how leaders and organizations can leverage both AI and human touch to create meaningful experiences.If you’re curious about the future of work, technology, and what truly makes people feel seen and valued, this episode is for you.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Resilience isn’t forged in easy times—it’s built in the moments that test us. Author and well-being advocate Mandy Gill joins the conversation to explore how embracing a “reset” can help you bounce back stronger. She shares her powerful “Catch it, Check it, Change it” mindset framework and explains why accountability—personal, professional, and within a group—is key to growth. From letting go of fear to taking the smallest step forward, Mandy offers practical strategies and personal stories, including an inspiring tale of helping an 18-year-old with cerebral palsy conquer a trail race. If you’ve been searching for a way to turn challenges into opportunities for self-discovery, this episode delivers the clarity and motivation you need.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

What do personality tests really tell us—and how can they transform the way we work? In this solo episode of Time to Reset, Penny Zenker explores the fascinating history of personality testing, from ancient Greek theories to modern tools like Myers-Briggs, StrengthsFinder, and beyond.You’ll discover why businesses have relied on these assessments for decades to boost productivity, team collaboration, and leadership development, and how today’s personalization era—powered by AI—is reshaping the way we understand and connect with people at work.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Imagine a life where your work doesn't tether you to one place—where business automation gives you the flexibility to live and work from anywhere in the world. This isn't just a dream – it's the reality Karen King built after a profound "reset moment" that pushed her to redefine success. In this post, we dive into Karen's journey from a demanding brick-and-mortar business to becoming a world traveler and founder of Gold Star Pro. Discover how simple business automation isn't just about saving time, but about strategically creating the location freedom and life you truly desire.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/