(314) Katarina Polanska: The Power of Relationships: Healing and Growth Through ConnectionIn this episode, we explore the often-neglected topic of relationships and their profound impact on our personal growth and fulfillment. We discuss the societal conditioning that leads to the neglect of relationships, the patterns and struggles faced by high achievers, and the transformative power of addressing our inner wounds. Join us as we uncover the keys to nurturing healthy relationships and achieving a deeper connection with ourselves and others.SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:00** - Introduction to the episode and guest00:00:30** - Societal conditioning and neglect of relationships00:02:30** - The impact of childhood experiences on adult relationships00:03:48** - The mirror effect of relationships and business00:05:42** - Differences in vulnerability between business and romantic relationships00:06:25** - The importance of understanding relationship dynamics00:08:25** - The duality of love and challenge in relationships00:10:54** - Personal experiences and the journey of self-discovery00:12:49** - Common struggles in relationships for high achievers00:13:00** - Patterns of loneliness in men and women00:20:35** - The importance of balance in life and relationships00:21:21** - Methodology for healing and growth in relationships00:24:59** - Reconditioning beliefs and narratives00:27:33** - Real-life examples of transformation in relationships00:29:12** - Final thoughts on the importance of love and connection COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/ ABOUT Katarina Polonska: Katarina Polonska is a science backed relationship coach, trained in Integrated Attachment Theory, NLP, Gender Dynamics, Hypnotherapy... She is the founder of ‘Successfully in love’, to rewire the mind to create more love, freedom, fulfillment and trust.  CONNECT WITH Katarina Polanska:✨ WEBSITE: successfullyinlove.com/LItestimonial 🌟 LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarina-polonsky/  ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive! 

(313) How To Unleash Your Natural Creativity In this episode, we explore how we can unleash our natural creativity through various tools and techniques. We discuss the importance of self-acceptance, the role of nature, and the impact of our environment on our creative flow. SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:22** - Introduction to unleashing natural creativity00:01:43** - The Morning Pages by Julia Cameron00:02:46** - The importance of variety in creative activities00:04:05** - The benefits of spending time in nature00:05:15** - Overcoming blockages to creativity00:06:21** - The role of environment in fostering creativity00:07:26** - Trusting yourself and the creative process00:08:36** - Conclusion and call for engagement RESOURCESThe Artist's Way by Julia Cameron → https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/615570.The_Artist_s_Way The Magic of Focus by Katie Stoddart → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus  COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee   🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/   ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

(312) Konstanty Sliwowski: The Art and Science of Hiring, Insights from a 3X Founder In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hiring with a seasoned founder who has successfully navigated the challenges of building teams across multiple startups. We explore the critical importance of hiring the right people, the common pitfalls leaders face, and the balance between the art and science of recruitment.SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:00** - Introduction00:00:16** - Background on the guest's entrepreneurial journey00:01:21** - Key lessons learned from being a founder00:02:06** - The importance of people in business success00:03:24** - The art and science of hiring explained00:06:32** - Common hiring mistakes and pitfalls00:10:20** - Strategic hiring in fast-scaling startups00:13:01** - The importance of planning for future hiring needs00:16:01** - The cost of mis-hires and the importance of clarity00:17:24** - The role of personality types in hiring00:18:01** - The hiring blueprint framework00:20:37** - Effective interview questions and their impact00:25:22** - Skills required for excellent hiring00:28:01** - Surprising insights from thousands of interviews00:30:52** - Final advice for those looking to hire ABOUT Konstanty Sliwowski:  With over 20 years of experience in hiring across industries, Konstanty has seen firsthand how challenging it is to find the right people. Despite being one of the most critical business skills, no MBA program teaches hiring, and 83% of managers admit they struggle with it. That’s why he founded the School of Hiring—to solve this problem.CONNECT with Konstanty:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sliwowskik/ Website: https://schoolofhiring.com Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1571719/episodes Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@schoolofhiring YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schoolofhiring CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee   🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/  ABOUT THE FOCUS BEE💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur. I am the founder of The Focus Bee, an award-winning, international high-performance group that provides coaching, workshops, and training on sustainable high performance and leadership. 🔥 My mission is to empower people to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that they can Connect with the Magic & Thrive! 

(311) The 7 Best Strategies to Reduce Stress and Overwhelm for Business Leaders In this episode, we share seven actionable tips to help you reduce feelings of overwhelm and stress, allowing you to feel calmer and more centered in both your life and work.  SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction**    Overview of the episode and the importance of managing overwhelm. 00:19 - Tip 1: Avoid Context Switching**    The importance of single tasking and how to implement it. 01:51 - Tip 2: Take Real Breaks**    The significance of tech-free breaks and their impact on your nervous system. 04:08 - Tip 3: Create Space**    How physical and mental space can help manage overwhelm. 07:43 - Tip 4: Choose Compassion Over Perfection**    Embracing a mindset of "good enough" to reduce stress. 09:01 - Tip 5: Set Boundaries**    The importance of boundaries for yourself and others to avoid overwhelm. 10:06 - Tip 6: Postpone Instead of Procrastinate**    Understanding the difference between postponing and procrastinating. 12:33 - Tip 7: Manage Your Energy**    Identifying activities that fuel your energy and help you feel calm. 18:25 - Conclusion**    Recap of the tips and encouragement to implement them.  RESOURCESInclude the resources mentioned in the podcast COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/  ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

(310) Real Happiness vs Fake Happiness – What’s The Difference?  In this episode, we explore the distinction between real happiness and fake happiness, discussing how societal perceptions of joy often lead us to chase fleeting excitement rather than lasting contentment. We delve into the roles of dopamine and serotonin in our emotional well-being and provide practical tips for cultivating a more fulfilling and balanced life. SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Introduction to Real vs. Fake Happiness00:01:05 - Understanding Fake Happiness and Dopamine00:02:14 - The Importance of Serotonin and Real Happiness00:03:14 - Activities That Generate Serotonin00:04:24 - Slowing Down to Appreciate Everyday Joys00:05:38 - The Role of Mindfulness in Happiness00:06:40 - Balancing Excitement and Calmness00:08:01 - Recognizing the Need for Dopamine00:09:13 - Processing Pain and Avoiding Numbing00:10:08 - The Importance of Inner Peace00:11:13 - Understanding Addiction and Its Relation to Dopamine00:12:15 - Strategies for Cultivating Real Happiness00:13:30 - Conclusion and Call to Action  RESOURCESBook: "Happiness" by Matthieu Ricard COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/  ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

(309) Does Meditation Improve Your Focus?  In this podcast episode, we explore the benefits of meditation, and its role in enhancing focus and attention. This episode covers the neuroscience of meditation, and how meditation and focus are correlated.  SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:10** - Introduction to Meditation and Focus00:01:22** - Understanding Meta Attention00:02:24** - Brain Changes from Regular Meditation00:03:38** - The Role of the Amygdala and Stress Management00:04:53** - The Importance of Meta Attention in Daily Life00:05:56** - Meditation and Impulsivity00:07:04** - Achieving Inner Peace and Focus00:08:18** - Conclusion and Additional Tips COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/  ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

(308) The Art of Trusting The Process: Top 10 Ways to Let Go of Control In this episode, we explore how we can let go of control and trust the process of life. We go through ten practical tips to help us cultivate the art of letting go, embrace uncertainty, and find empowerment in our choices. SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:00 - Introduction: The Struggle with Control00:01:07 - Tip 1: Non-Resistance and Embracing Circumstances00:02:12 - Tip 2: Focus on Your Circle of Influence00:04:21 - Tip 3: The Importance of Presence00:06:21 - Tip 4: Cultivating Gratitude00:09:00 - Tip 5: Non-Attachment to Outcomes00:10:10 - Tip 6: Practicing Self-Compassion00:11:13 - Tip 7: Embracing Uncertainty00:12:24 - Tip 8: The Power of Meditation00:14:45 - Tip 9: Learning from Nature00:16:58 - Tip 10: Focusing on Intentions, Not Expectations00:18:09 - Conclusion and Call to Action RESOURCESThe Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, S. Covey → https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/ Man's Search for Meaning, V. Frankl → https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4069.Man_s_Search_for_Meaning The Power of Now, E. Tolle → https://eckharttolle.com/power-of-now-excerpt/ YouTube Intuitive Living → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_qrJmoBiJQ&feature=youtu.be COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee   🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/   ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

In this episode, we explore how we can balance hustle and flow to build a successful and sustainable business. I share practical tips and insights from to help you align your daily actions with your long-term vision. SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee CHAPTERS00:00:00** - Introduction: Balancing Hustle and Flow00:01:05** - Step 1: Define Your Priorities00:02:22** - Step 2: Focus on High Impact Activities00:03:21** - Step 3: Monitor Your Energy Levels00:05:22** - Step 4: The Importance of Rest00:06:34** - Step 5: Trust Your Intuition00:07:43** - Step 6: Measure Progress, Not Perfection00:08:48** - Step 7: Cultivate Presence00:10:01** - Step 8: Implement Effective Systems00:11:08** - Step 9: Make Time for Reflection00:13:33** - Step 10: Celebrate Your Progress00:14:41** - Conclusion  RESOURCES👉 Download Notion: https://www.notion.com/desktop👉 YouTube Intuitive Living: https://youtu.be/W_qrJmoBiJQ COURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/  ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers – entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs and executives, to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

 (306) Johnny Lawrence: From Addition to Emotional Freedom In this episode, we explore emotional freedom and personal growth. We discuss how emotions like fear and anger influence behaviors, often leading to self-sabotage. We highlight the importance of small, manageable steps toward goals and the power of honesty in overcoming limiting beliefs. The episode underscores the significance of emotional awareness and self-compassion in achieving personal growth and success.SUBSCRIBE▶️ Subscribe to the channel →  YouTube.com/@thefocusbee🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/  CHAPTERS00:00:03** - Introduction to Emotional Freedom00:00:21** - Understanding and Identifying Emotions00:01:11** - The Complexity of Anger as a Secondary Emotion00:02:16** - Fear and Its Role in Resistance and Avoidance00:03:57** - Fear of Failure vs. Fear of Success00:05:52** - Interrupting the Anxiety Spiral00:07:54** - Balancing Fear of Failure and Success00:09:11** - Reframing Self-Sabotage as Self-Soothing00:10:10** - Practicing Mindfulness and Awareness00:12:04** - The Importance of Self-Compassion00:15:05** - The Role of Limiting Beliefs00:16:29** - Overcoming All-or-Nothing Thinking00:19:53** - The Power of Small Steps00:22:24** - The Importance of Telling the Truth00:25:17** - Final Thoughts on Emotional Freedom RESOURCESBook: ‘Atomic Habits’, by James Clear → https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsCOURSES🧠 Master Performance → https://fifteenseconds.com/seasons/master-performance 🎯Free Focus Guide → https://tinyurl.com/GuideFocus CONNECT📕 BOOK ‘The Magic of Focus’ → https://tinyurl.com/TheMagicOfFocus💌 FRIDAY FOCUS, weekly magic → https://thefocusbee.kit.com/ ✨ LINKTREE → https://linktr.ee/thefocusbee  🎤 PODCAST → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/📝 BLOG →  https://thefocusbee.substack.com/🌟 LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/ ABOUT JOHNNY LAWRENCE:Johnny Lawrence is a British behavioural change coach and the founder of the self-development coach. He supports his clients to achieve shifts and changes that once felt unattainable. Johnny aims to help them realise that our thoughts shape our emotions, our emotions influence our behaviour, and our behaviour ultimately defines who we are. Johnny hosts the popular podcast "The Self Development Podcast".CONNECT WITH JOHNNY:✨ WEBSITE →  https://www.theselfdevelopmentcoach.co.uk/ 📷 INSTAGRAM  →  https://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach 🌟 LINKEDIN →  https://www.linkedin.com/in/theselfdevelopmentcoach/ABOUT  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur, and founder of ‘The Focus Bee’. I am award-winning, high-performance coach, speaker and trainer, and support high achievers to have focus & clarity so they can thrive in business & life. 🔥 My mission is to empower you to lead with Alignment & Purpose & Joy so that you can Connect with the Magic & Thrive!

(305) How To Build Rock-Solid Determination🔥Limited Spaces available for Elite Entrepreneur: https://elite-entrepreneur.scoreapp.com/Determination is the fuel that supports us to push through in the most challenging phases. In this episode, we explore: -        The importance of determination-        The self-determination theory and link to intrinsic motivation-        The 2 core components of determination-        Why to focus on the process and not the resultsAnd so much more!  VIDEO OF THE EPISODE: 🎬 YouTube Video: xx   WATCH NEXT: 🎬 Video 1: The Arrival Fallacy🎬 Video 2: Best ways to deal with Failure🎬 Video 3: From High Achiever To High Performer  LET’S CONNECT:✨BIO LINK:  https://bio.link/katiestoddart 📖 BOOK: The Magic of Focus🎤 PODCAST: https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/🌟 LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart📝 BLOG: https://thefocusbee.substack.com  💫 Hi, I’m Katie – engineer turned entrepreneur and founder of The Focus Bee. I am an award-winning, international, high-performance coach, trainer and speaker. now support high achievers (entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and leaders) to breakthrough stagnation and thrive in their life & business.🔥My mission is to empower people to lead their lives with Alignment & Purpose & Joy.