The Less Doing Podcast

Ari Meisel
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Jul 12, 2017 • 26min

283: Toréa Rodriguez - Using Functional Diagnostic Nutrition to Maximize Your Health and Life

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition is not something most people have heard of. Nick and Ari’s guest on this episode, Toréa Rodriquez is just the person to help us understand. She’s a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® practitioner who offers lifestyle coaching to help her clients get to the root cause of what ails them - and she's a member of the Leverage community. FDN is based on functional medicine combined with modern diagnostic labs to build a customized health plan, unique to each individual. With Toréa’s help, her clients explore food, rest, movement, stress reduction and supplementation programs to rebuild their health and restore their quality of life. Hear how Toréa came to her current business and practice as an FDN provider from walking through a health crisis of her own, on this episode of Leverage. ## Lifestyle issues are always at the heart of physical conditions. Toréa Rodriguez says that at the heart of every physical illness or condition is some kind of lifestyle issue - whether it’s diet and nutrition, lack of sufficient rest, stress, or inadequate physical or mental activity. In her work as a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner Toréa has seen many people turn around their health problems and restore themselves to a more satisfying and fulfilling life through addressing the lifestyle habits that have put them in a bad place, to begin with. You can hear how Toréa helps her clients, on this episode. ## Most people don’t have a clue about how they are REALLY doing from a health perspective. In modern society, we’ve relied on traditional, medicine-based approaches to health for so long that we’ve lost our ability to wisely consider other ways of assessing and addressing health issues. Toréa Rodriguez says that even the most basic blood work is not a part of how the average family practice or medical doctor approaches understanding and treatment… at least not until a situation is in dire need of a solution. On this episode, Toréa walks Ari and Nick through a handful of blood tests and evaluations she feels are crucial for most people and explains the kind of results you can expect and the path toward addressing each one. ## How important is family history for diagnosing risk of certain conditions? On this episode, Nick mentioned to his guest, Toréa Rodriguez that his doctor is concerned about his risks for certain conditions because of family history in those areas. Toréa replied that though family history is a factor to consider, it’s not always as telling a sign as doctors imply, simply because your lifestyle and diet choices may be far different than those in your family who have come before you. On this episode, Toréa walks through some of Nick’s test numbers and gives him advice on what additional tests he should do to get a clearer picture of his health. ## Time is time, whether personal or work related. Optimizing your ability to use it is vital. When asked about her 3 biggest pieces of advice for people who want to be more effective, Toréa Rodriguez said that people need to do whatever they can to automate their lives so they can do what is truly important. She says that no matter what you need to use your time for - personal or work-related - it’s all the same thing: time. That means you need to maximize it by automating everything you can in order to spend your time doing the things that are most important. You can hear her singing Ari and Nick’s song, can’t you? Get more of Toréa’s insights on this episode of Leverage. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:11] How Toréa went from being a commercial pilot to a functional medicine practitioner. - [3:47] What does it entail to work with Toréa? - [5:00] Toréa’s advice about essential bloodwork most people should have done. - [13:19] Why you need to do prior health work before doing heavy metal testing. - [14:57] Approaching issues in a phased approach to get the best, biggest gains sooner. - [15:51] Supplements Toréa r
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Jul 5, 2017 • 43min

282: J. P. Sears - Always Bet on Your Authentic Self

You’ve likely seen a J.P. Sears video on Facebook or Youtube - he’s the guy with the long red hair who does the tongue-in-cheek comedy videos about spirituality, politics, relationships, and so much more. J.P. has become somewhat of a Youtube sensation these days and is on the show with Ari and Nick to tell the story of how he went from emotional healer to emotional healing Youtube sensation. You’ll find his insight about how to be your authentic self and be productive at the same time quite helpful, and you’ll have a few laughs along the way. Join Ari and Nick on this episode as they chat (and laugh) with J.P. Sears. ## How things exploded for J.P. (in a good way) when he quit believing lies. On this episode of Leverage, J.P. Sears tells the story of how he was not gaining much traction in his emotional healing practice because he was telling himself lies What were the lies? That he’d ruin his credibility if he allowed his natural sense of humor to come out. But when he decided that was a part of himself he could no longer keep hidden, he decided to let it out by recording his first comedy video. He not only found a new avenue of personal fulfillment but also discovered that others were drawn to his sense of humor. That's when his career began to skyrocket. You can hear the rest of his story in detail, on this episode of Leverage. ## What does it mean to bet on your authentic self? You hear the term “authentic self” a lot these days. J.P. Sears says that everyone needs to learn how to be who they really are, not who they think people expect them to be or want them to be. That’s the only way you can truly know who you are and what you bring to the world that is unique and beneficial. His advice for anyone who wants to be more effective: Always bet on your authentic self. Find out what he means by that, on this episode. ## Avoiding the people-pleasing trap is essential for anyone who wants to make a difference. One of the things that held J.P. Sears back from excelling in his career as an emotional healing coach was that he was trying to please others. He wanted to be respected in his field so he was careful to do the things he believed others in the field would expect of him. But he found that important aspects of who he was were being stifled, and in time he couldn’t continue with the dissonance that was going on in his own soul. Once he let out the parts of him he was keeping tucked away, his career began to take off. J.P.’s story is an example of how being true to your authentic self is the best thing you can do to be effective. ## How J.P. uses outsourcing to highlight his unique abilities. It’s obvious from watching any of J.P. Sears’ videos that he’s a witty, creative person. In order to be most effective in his creativity, he’s had to outsource some of the tasks that need to happen for the sake of his business success so he doesn’t become bogged down in them. That allows him to continue to use his creative gifts effectively. On this episode J.P. describes a bit of the process he’s gone through to outsource for the sake of effectiveness, so be sure you listen. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:03] Why J.P. is glad they guys are irresponsible enough to ask him on the show. - [1:45] J.P.’s specific background as an emotional healing coach and how he got started. - [5:13] How J.P. transitioned from wholistic healer to Youtube sensation. - [11:09] How comedy videos have helped J.P. accomplish his goals. - [14:37] The places and people J.P. derives inspiration from. - [19:11] J.P.’s morning routine. - [23:42] What J.P. hopes readers get from his new book. - [26:52] Ari’s idea for a business retreat: J.P.’s response. - [33:42] A Facebook question: Are Vegans better people? Yes, but they are hypocritical. - [34:20] What is J.P.’s unique ability and how does he use outsourcing to protect it? - [37:52] What’s next for J.P.? - [40:04] J.P.’s top three pieces of advice to be more effective. ## Resour
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Jun 28, 2017 • 17min

281: Jeff Woods - How to Identify, Prioritize, and Do the Most Important Thing in Your Life

None of us want to waste our lives on trivial things. That’s why we care about productivity and working effectively. Geoff Woods says it’s therefore vital that we discover the most important thing we need to accomplish at any given time. It’s the singular focus that has enabled him and the organization he works with to become a world-class leader in their industry. Geoff is on the show to chat about his life-changing experience over the last year as CEO of the new “One Thing” company alongside Jay Papasan and Gary Keller. What he shares on this episode is simple but powerful. You won’t want to miss it. ## The most important thing is the most important thing. There are many things that crowd into our lives, seeking our attention and energy. But the most important things are simply that - the most important things. And Geoff Woods would argue that we don’t have the capacity to effectively focus on more than one thing at a time. That’s why we must simplify our “to dos” - boiling them down to one main thing that deserves our focus. It’s not easy to explain in a short paragraph, but you're in luck - because Geoff explains it in detail, in this conversation, so don’t miss it. ## You don’t have the right to think of tasks down the line until you complete the first task. I huge mindset shift included in “The One Thing” approach to productivity that Geoff Woods describes on this episode, is that even though you may have decided upon steps you need to accomplish to move you toward a certain goal, you haven’t earned the right to work on or consider the things that are later on your list until you’ve completed those listed first. This concept is at the heart of doing the most important things first so that you are more productive and eventually successful at accomplishing your greater goals. Find out how it works, on this episode. ## How can you identify your “one thing?” One of the hardest aspects of productivity is the process of discovering what things are actually the most important to accomplish. Geoff Woods has learned from his mentor, Gary Keller that a singular focus on one thing until it is accomplished, makes him productive at an accelerated rate and moves the needle to a greater degree. How do you discover what is most important for you to do? And is it always a major task, or can it sometimes be a simple, small one that simply must come first? Geoff explains the powerful “One Thing” approach in detail, on this episode. ## When you say “yes” to other people, you’re saying “no” to yourself. When Ari asked Geoff for 3 pieces of advice to those who want to be more effective, Geoff's first piece of advice was that most people need to learn how to say “no” to more things. He made the point that when you say “yes” to other people, you’re saying “no” to yourself - and more specifically, to the things you’ve determined are most important for you to accomplish. Geoff has a great way of explaining the nuances surrounding these kinds of decisions, so be sure you give yourself the opportunity to learn from him by listening to this episode. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:03] Ari’s introduction to Geoff Woods and his history. - [1:41] What is “The 1 Thing” concept Gary Keller has written about? - [2:05] The life-changing year Geoff has lived alongside Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. - [4:37] The framework for identifying your “one thing” in each area of life, and how to choose which one to start with. - [6:03] How big or small should your “one thing” be? - [8:22] The vital nature of systems to recruit amazing, talented people. - [11:07] How the KW team uses their “411” tool to identify the big tasks to do each week. - [13:30] Using the “one thing” approach to work effectively as a team. - [14:48] Geoff’s top 3 pieces of advice in order to be more effective. ## Resources Mentioned - [The Mentee Podcast](http://menteepodcast.com/) - [The One Thing Podcast](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-one-thing-p
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Jun 21, 2017 • 34min

280: Aaron Schiff - Building Team Trust for Greater Productivity and Success

Team trust is an important aspect of every business. But do you know exactly HOW important? On this episode of Leverage, Ari and Nick discuss the issue of trust on teams with their friend, Aaron Schiff. Aaron is one of the people who inspired Ari to become an entrepreneur in the first place - you can hear that story at the beginning of the conversation. But Aaron has also become a master at building a very successful remote team and infusing it with the trust that makes it work well. Get all the details on this episode. ## What happens when a team trusts each other? The short answer is that success happens. But there’s more to it than that. Trust is what enables team members to communicate effectively, to work harmoniously, and to work toward common goals. There are so many implications of team trust that it took an entire episode to talk about it, and you can hear that conversation between Ari and Nick, and their good friend Aaron Schiff, on this episode of Leverage. ## OK, so it’s vital to build team trust. So, how do you do it? Trust is a commodity that isn’t easy to come by. It takes time because it requires that you demonstrate your trustworthiness to others repeatedly. But there are ways to speed up the process. On this episode, Aaron Schiff describes some of the things he’s done to infuse his team with trust for each other and for him - things like transparency in compensation, collaboration in the creation of systems and policies, and more. Aaron’s got a knack for this kind of thing so you’d be wise to hear what he’s got to say. It will undoubtedly challenge you to think outside your normal box as well as help you come up with your own ways to build trust on your team. ## It’s the CEO’s job to build a team culture that fosters trust. When Ari asked his guest, Aaron Schiff, what his primary role is now that his company - Matic Insurance - has gotten larger, Aaron pointed to three main parts he plays in the company’s success. One of the things he shared is that it's his responsibility to steward the company vision that provides a healthy and enabling team culture. There’s a lot to it but Aaron isn’t shy about sharing the details, so be sure you make the time to listen to this episode of Leverage. ## Always question what you believe to be 100% true about yourself. It’s usually not. As always, on this episode, Ari asked his friend and guest, Aaron Schiff for three pieces of advice to be more effective. Aaron pointed to the fact that most of us are not as self-aware as we believe we are. In his words, “Always question what you believe to be 100% true about yourself. It’s usually not.” He's pointing out that when you’re willing to see yourself in a new light you’re able to sidestep some of the issues that make for poor team communication and degrade team trust. You’ll enjoy hearing Aaron’s insights about team trust, so don’t miss this episode. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:08] You need to meet Aaron (and Nick’s) best friend - Aaron Schiff. - [2:34] Aaron’s story - the companies he’s built, worked for, and where he is now. - [6:58] Sometimes, being first makes you the winner. - [8:20] How Aaron has structured his team. - [9:15] The vital nature of trust in effective teamwork. - [12:39] Finding the right developers to create the platform. - [15:02] The unique role Aaron plays in the company now. - [16:25] How Aaron gets his company together in the Ukraine. - [19:07] The road ahead for Matic. - [19:53] How consumers can use the Matic tools. - [21:41] The tools used to run the company. - [31:21] Aaron’s 3 pieces of advice to be more effective. ## Resources Mentioned - Aaron’s company - [https://maticinsurance.com/](https://maticinsurance.com/) - Aaron on LInkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronschiff/ - Aaron(at)getMatic(dot)com - [Slack](https://slack.com/) - [Google Hangouts](https://hangouts.google.com/) - [Wheel Decide](http://wheeldecide.com/) - [Google Drive - Google Docs](https:
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Jun 14, 2017 • 17min

279: Tony Wrighton - Using NLP for Better Persuasiveness and to Hack Your Life

Tony Wrighton is one of those guys who is talented in a number of areas. You may know him best from his role on Sky Sports, or perhaps from his podcast, Zestology. Tony loves to study the issue of human performance and is also a licensed NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) practitioner. This episode features Ari’s conversation with Tony about NLP, how it can be used to be more persuasive, and what you can do to apply NLP practices to your own life. It’s an intriguing conversation that is definitely worth your time. ## There’s nothing worse than a bad NLPer. ~ Tony Wrighton As Ari and his guest, Tony Wrighton chatted about NLP, Ari asked what makes NLP persuasion techniques different than flat-out manipulation. Tony responded that every form of communication, in some way, is a form of manipulation - but it’s how you go about it and the motives behind it that make all the difference. He said NLP can definitely be misused in that regard. In his words, “There’s nothing worse than a bad NLPer.” You can learn how Tony uses NLP practices to encourage others and empower his own life, in this conversation. ## A simple example of NLP persuasion in communication, on this episode. Tony Wrighton demonstrated how NLP can be applied to everyday conversations through the use of the word “might” when making a request. “Dear, I wonder if you might bring me a cup of coffee?” Tony says the insertion of “might” into the sentence softens the request so that it sounds less like a command and more of a kind-hearted request. Psychologically, that kind of request falls more gracefully on the thoughts of the hearer and raises fewer objections. It’s a simple technique that is second nature to Tony by now. You can hear more examples of how NLP can be used to increase the effectiveness of your daily communication, on this episode. ## Energy levels and happiness can increase by unplugging. At the end of every episode of Leverage Ari asks his guests for their top 3 tips for increased productivity. Today’s guest, Tony Wrighton said that he’s noticed a greater degree of happiness and energy in his own life by turning off his phone for at least 2 hours every day. Can you imagine what it might be like to have NO notifications ringing in your ear for a portion of every day? If not, you might need to try what Tony’s suggesting. Tony shares some insightful tips from his experience as an NLP coach and broadcaster, on this episode of Leverage. ## Tracking things tangibly is one of the best ways to know what to tweak in your life. We’ve all been at the point in life where we know something needs to change, but we’re not sure exactly what it is. One of the ways Tony Wrighton suggests discovering where to make the incremental tweaks in your life is to tangibly track things, using a spreadsheet. Sleep, exercise, nutrition, and many other aspects of personal life can be logged in ways that enable you to know exactly what’s going on in your life and how it correlates to increased or decreased energy levels, mental clarity, and other vital things for performance. Be sure you listen to this episode to hear Tony’s tips. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:03] Ari’s introduction of Tony and how he got into NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programing). - [1:55] How NLP plays out practically in language and interactions. - [3:20] The difference between persuasion and manipulation - and how NLP persuades. - [6:14] How Tony has integrated NLP practices into his sportscasting. - [7:31] The use of performance tracking/NLP to help people gain more self-awareness. - [12:00] Tips for NLP-ing yourself[ - [14:20] Tony’s top 3 pieces of advice for being more productive. ## Resources Mentioned - [www.TonyWrighton.com](http://www.TonyWrighton.com) - Tony’s podcast: [Zestology](http://www.tonywrighton.com/zestology/) - [Sleepcycle](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sleep-cycle-alarm-clock/id320606217?mt=8) - [The Oura Ring](https://ouraring.com/) - BOOK: [10% Happier](ht
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Jun 7, 2017 • 1h 1min

278: Andrew Schulz - Standup Comic and Entrepreneur on Insecurity, Risk, and Making Things Happen

It’s hard to imagine a profession more fraught with the potential for insecurity than that of a standup comic. Andrew Schulz says sure, it’s there - but you can’t let it rule your life or derail your career. In this candid - and graphic - conversation, Andrew, Ari, and Nick chat about Andrew’s career journey, how he’s fought to rise to the top of his profession in spite of insecurity and fear, and what it takes to make things happen - from a comedy perspective and a business perspective. He's a great example of someone who has ground out his success one step at a time. ## Andrew Schulz is like most people: He loves delegation and hates management. As Ari asked his guest, comedian Andrew Schulz how he manages his busy life and all the projects he has going, Andrew pointed to Trello as his “to-do list that other people can see,” and mentioned that he loves delegating things to his assistant but hates the stress that comes from overseeing whether she really did the things he delegated. Ari pointed out that what Andrew feels is common, and it's exactly what he should feel. He's talking about the management piece - and every entrepreneur has to learn how to offload that aspect of business in order to create space for the things they really want in life. You can find out how that looks in the life of a standup comedian, on this episode with Andrew Schulz. ## In any field, you’ve got to learn to deal with risk, insecurity, and the fear of failure. Andrew Schulz says he admires anyone who has absolutely no fear of rejection. It’s a quality that very few people seem to have. He struggles with fear of rejection regularly as he tries out new comedy routines and learns to pivot, iterate, and adapt to the realities of what is truly funny to people - but he also makes the point that every field requires a certain amount of risk. Those who are successful in their field have to face the insecurity squarely so it can be conquered. Find out how Andrew has dealt with the inevitable fear of failure so far, and what he does to keep himself pressing forward in spite of it, on this episode of Leverage. ## The freedom to do what you want comes from creating independent streams of income. In this conversation Ari asked Andrew Schulz how he is able to do the things he truly loves and Andrew pointed to a principle entrepreneurs should know very well: You’ve got to create streams of income that allow you to have the consistency and stability you need for life in order to be free to pursue the things you really want to pursue. That’s what he’s done through a handful of revenue sources - and now he’s able to say “No” to commercial or sponsorship gigs that he doesn’t want to do in order to pursue the opportunities that are bigger and more aligned with his brand as a comic. You can hear how he applies the principle to his life and see how to apply it to your situation, on this episode. ## Assume people like you. It enables you to treat people better. At the end of each episode, Ari asks his guests to share 3 things listeners can do to be more productive - and Andrew Schulz immediately shared that if you can assume people like you, you will be empowered to treat them better - and the results are nothing but good. He gives a few examples of what he means by this that help flesh out the concept, so be sure you listen and learn to be more optimistic when it comes to meeting and interacting with new people. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:03] Parental warning: This episode will be quite EXPLICIT. Be advised. - [3:03] How Ari and Andrew know each other and have reconnected. - [4:11] The road to becoming a standup comedian. - [9:11] Learning to deal with risk, insecurity, and the fear of failure. - [16:46] The importance of clearing your head through focus. - [22:10] The business side of Andrew’s comedy career. - [32:04] How Andrew’s mindset mirrors that of an entrepreneur trying to find product/market fit. - [36:15] The comedians Andr
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May 31, 2017 • 22min

277: Jonny Deacon - DNA Diagnostics for Increased Training and Performance

DNA diagnostics are one of the cutting-edge things that are of huge interest to us here at Leverage. We believe that understanding the science behind how the human body works is a powerful way to not only be more productive but to be truly effective in life. When you take that approach to an individual level you’re able to optimize your actions and make the best choices for you as an individual. This episode is a conversation with Jonny Deacon of My DNA Coach, a company that helps athletes and regular people alike understand their unique genetic markers and use that information to reach the health goals they dream of reaching. Find out more on this episode. ## DNA diagnostics can help you create a custom training plan for your unique physiology. One of the primary tools Jonny Deacon uses at My DNA Coach is DNA diagnostics. He believes and has seen in the work he does with his clients, that genetic data can provide a powerful window into the way your unique physiology works - and can be leveraged to create a training program that works WITH your body’s natural way of operating instead of against it. Make sure you listen to this episode to discover how you can discover your particular approach to training, productivity, and more. ## Why a one-size-fits-all exercise protocol is no longer applicable. We’ve all heard the 3-sets, 3 days a week exercise approach. We’ve probably done it. But that approach to fitness, while better than nothing, is seriously limited in what it enables you to accomplish - simply because it’s not tailored to your specific body and abilities. On this episode of Leverage, Nick and Ari talk with Jonny Deacon of My DNA Coach to find out how DNA testing and diagnostics reveal specific physiological strengths and weaknesses that inform the exercise choices and routines individuals can follow to achieve greater and faster results in their fitness and performance goals. You won’t want to miss this one. ## How DNA diagnostics can inform diet and nutrition choices. Some of the most popular modern uses of DNA testing is for things like paternity tests, ancestry research, etc. But it’s also proving very helpful for making better nutritional and dietary choices. As you are able to know the facts of your own body’s strengths and weaknesses, you can make food choices specifically aimed at shoring up the weaknesses and amplifying the strengths. Jonny Deacon is our guest on this episode and he’s got a wealth of DNA-based knowledge to share with you - don’t miss it. ## What type of goals can you address with DNA diagnostics? Most of us seek help when everything we’ve tried on our own has either failed or proven less successful than we had hoped. Jonny Deacon says another reason to seek the advice of a skilled professional is to gain knowledge that you simply can’t gain on your own. That’s why My DNA Coach exists. His team comes alongside individuals who want to maximize their personal well-being by receiving mental, physical, and DNA-based coaching for the sake of weight loss, fitness, and sports and career performance. You can find out more about the amazing work Jonny is doing, on this episode of Leverage. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:33] Who is Jonny Deacon and why is he on the show today? - [3:20] Using Nick’s results as an example of what Jonny does for clients. - [9:10] How to use DNA testing to build a strategy for better training. - [17:18] The unique process Jonny uses to work with clients. - [19:16] The types of goals people come to Jonny to address. ## Resources Mentioned - Jonny's website: [www.mydnacoach.com](http://www.mydnacoach.com) - Jonny's Membership Link: [www.mydnacoach.com/apply](http://www.mydnacoach.com/apply) - [MY DNA Coach Podcast](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-dna-coach-podcast-i-jonny-deacon-i-health-i-fitness/id1116853447?mt=2) - [Kolbe testing](http://kolbe.com/) - [Dan Sullivan at Strategic Coach](https://www.strategiccoach.com/) - [The Ora ring
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May 24, 2017 • 18min

276: Cameron Herold - How To Conduct A Meeting So It Doesn’t Suck

Everyone in business is will need to conduct a meeting at some point. When that time comes, you want to do it well, right? Ari and Nick’s guest on this episode is Cameron Herold, author of “Meetings Suck.” He’s on the show to talk specifically about how to conduct meetings in a way that makes them beneficial to everyone involved. In fact, Cameron says that you want to conduct your meetings in a way that people are actually eager to come. How can that happen? You can find out on this episode. ## Do you know how to conduct a meeting for your team well? When Cameron Herold first came up with the idea for his book, “Meetings Suck” he was chatting with one of his peers who was bemoaning the meetings he had to conduct. When Cameron asked him if he’d ever been taught how to conduct an effective meeting, his friend said, “No.” That was the starting point and the book is the result. “Meetings Suck” serves as a primer on what meetings are for, how they should be planned, the best format and structure for meetings, and ground rules for participation. You’ll find Cameron’s insights into effective meetings very helpful, so be sure you listen. ## Do your meetings suck or do you suck at running meetings? Most meetings drag on and on simply because the person conducting the meeting doesn’t know what they are doing. They wrongly believe that they are supposed to let everyone voice their opinion, allow for comments about everything, and be careful not to hurt anyone’s feelings. Cameron Herold says that’s the best way to frustrate everyone in the company and make attendance at meetings as much fun a root canal. You can hear some actionable, practical tips from Cameron about running effective meetings, on this episode. ## “Sorry, I’m late” means, “I’m selfish and don’t value your time.” ~ Cameron Herold Every company or team needs to have ground rules for their meetings - and they need to be widely and clearly communicated. One of the most important ground rules is that you don’t show up late. Cameron Herold says that showing up late says, “I am selfish and I don’t value the time of the other people who are attending this meeting.” If you’ll take the time to hear what Cameron has to say about team culture as it pertains to meetings, you’ll discover some of the missing pieces that can make your meetings more effective and enjoyable for your team. ## How to best conduct meetings for remote teams. It’s more and more common for companies (like the Leverage Team, for example) to work remotely all across the globe. That makes in-person meetings an impossibility most of the time. So what are some good alternatives and how should they be used most effectively? On this episode of The Leverage Podcast, Ari and Nick chat with Cameron Herold about meetings for remote teams and find out that most of the principles that should be applied to in-person meetings are even more important when it comes to video or phone meetings for remote teams. You’ll want to hear this one. ## Outline of This Episode - [0:03] Introduction of Cameron Herold, COO of 1-800-Got-Junk. - [0.14] How Cameron came to write “Meetings Suck.” - [2:12] How rigid should you be with scheduling of meetings? - [3:53] Cameron’s basic meeting template and goals. - [6:26] When is asynchronous video communication OK to replace meetings? - [8:30] The primary purpose of meetings has to be meeting-specific. - [9:42] How do Cameron’s principles about meetings apply to remote teams? - [12:30] Using meetings well is about using people, time, and money well. - [13:25] Tips for building team culture on a remote team. - [15:50] Cameron’s top 3 tips to be more effective. ## Resources Mentioned - [www.CameronHerold.com](http://www.CameronHerold.com) - [www.1800GotJunk.com](http://www.1800GotJunk.com) - [The COO Alliance](http://www.cooalliance.com/) - BOOK: [Double, Double](https://www.amazon.com/Double-Your-Revenue-Profit-Years/dp/1608320995) - BOOK: [Meetings Suck](https
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May 17, 2017 • 23min

275: Eric Barker - Barking Up the Wrong Tree

**Go to www.bakadesuyo.com to find out much more about Eric and his upcoming book. ** ** ** - Make sure you subscribe, rate and review our podcast and then send a screenshot of the review to us and you could win access to an elite pool of entrepreneurs and productivity experts through Leverage Labs! All previous episodes and resources can be found at [www.leveragepodcasts.com](http://www.leveragepodcasts.com/) ------- [Get the FREE Optimize, Automate, Outsource Blueprint here.](%20https:/go.lessdoing.com/blueprint?utm_campaign=blueprint-ari&utm_medium=link&utm_source=podcast)
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May 10, 2017 • 53min

274: Jason Saltzman - Creating the New York City Entrepreneurial Scene

Jason Saltzman is a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in sales and marketing. Through his role as CEO of Alley and as a TechStars mentor, he advises hundreds of startups, offering real life practical application and creative marketing advice. He is also considered a “must know” in the New York City entrepreneurial scene. - Make sure you subscribe, rate and review our podcast and then send a screenshot of the review to us and you could win access to an elite pool of entrepreneurs and productivity experts through Leverage Labs! All previous episodes and resources can be found at [www.leveragepodcasts.com](http://www.leveragepodcasts.com/) ------- [Get the FREE Optimize, Automate, Outsource Blueprint here.](%20https:/go.lessdoing.com/blueprint?utm_campaign=blueprint-ari&utm_medium=link&utm_source=podcast)

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