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Small Business Straight Talk | Productivity, Time Management, Mindset, & Business Strategies

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May 18, 2020 • 21min

154 | Ask Amber: Have Any Tips For Wrapping Up Conversations?

I dive into the topic of wrapping up conversations and meetings and discuss how if not done respectfully, wrapping up can seem abrupt or awkward. I go on to provide my favorite tips for wrapping up conversations effectively so both parties’ voices can be heard and time respected. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ My Go-To Solutions For Wrapping Up Conversations ✔ What Wrapping Up On Time Says About You ✔ Effective Uses Of “Can I Circle Back With You?” ✔ How To Set Boundaries In Group Chats ✔ So Much More! And now, let’s get to the straight talk! To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. #1 Grab my FREE mini training Take Back Your Time! #2  Get instant on-demand access to my Conquer Your Email Masterclass #3  Sign up for my Time Management Made Simple program waitlist [coming soon!] #4 Book a Discovery Call to see if 1:1 coaching is a right fit for you and your business.
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May 11, 2020 • 14min

153 | We Are Not Babysitters

I dive into the topic of creating accountability to discuss how having others hold you accountable will never work unless you are already practicing self-accountability. That’s because accountability starts and ends with you. Your spouse, coaches, friends, and kids are not babysitters. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ The Kind Of Accountability You Need ✔ How You’re Crossing The Line With Your Support ✔ What Accountability Should Start And End With ✔ Why You Should Care ✔ So Much More! To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. Oh and whenever you’re ready, here are four great ways to improve your time management and elevate your productivity: #1 Grab my FREE mini training Take Back Your Time! #2  Get instant on-demand access to my Conquer Your Email Masterclass #3  Sign up for my Time Management Made Simple program waitlist [coming soon!] #4 Book a Discovery Call to see if 1:1 coaching is a right fit for you and your business.
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May 4, 2020 • 12min

152 | The Downside Of Optimism

I dive into how optimism is typically a positive trait but if you fail to reel it in when it comes to your business, being optimistic can outright sabotage your success. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ 4 Ways Business Owners Are Too Optimistic ✔ The Importance Of Being Realistic With What You Can Take On ✔ How To Stop Feeling Defeated At The End Of Each Day ✔ The Best Way To Budget Your Time ✔ So Much More! To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. Oh and whenever you’re ready, here are four great ways to improve your time management and elevate your productivity: #1 Grab my FREE mini training Take Back Your Time! #2  Get instant on-demand access to my Conquer Your Email Masterclass #3  Sign up for my Time Management Made Simple program waitlist [coming soon!] #4 Book a Discovery Call to see if 1:1 coaching is a right fit for you and your business.
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Apr 28, 2020 • 19min

151 | Overcoming FOMO As A Business Owner

I dive into the topic of FOMO which most business owners suffer from occasionally, possibly even more so during this global pandemic. I discuss how I‘ve personally been dealing with FOMO in my house, what I decided to do about it, and how you can prevent FOMO from taking a hold of your mindset now and in the future. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What FOMO Is And Why You’re Experiencing It ✔ Strategies To Prevent FOMO From Sabotaging You ✔ How To Stay The Course Even When It’s Hard ✔ Adjustments You Can Make To Accommodate Other Activities ✔ So Much More! To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. Oh and whenever you’re ready, here are four great ways to improve your time management and elevate your productivity: #1 Grab my FREE mini training Take Back Your Time! #2  Get instant on-demand access to my Conquer Your Email Masterclass #3  Sign up for my Time Management Made Simple program waitlist [coming soon!] #4 Book a Discovery Call to see if 1:1 coaching is a right fit for you and your business.
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Apr 20, 2020 • 42min

150 | Contact Clean-Up: Drumming Up Business While Social Distancing

I dive deep into a) how to find, select, and execute on a contact relationship management (CRM) program if you don’t have one and b) how to clean up and fully utilize your CRM if you do. Why? So you can make your database profitable by drumming up business for you.  What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ The Benefits Of A Contact Management Database  ✔ How To Select The Best One For Your Business  ✔ Clean-Up Hacks You’ve Gotta Try  ✔ How To Drum Up Business During Your Contact Clean-Up  ✔ So Much More!  I hope you enjoy my episode on getting started with a CRM and cleaning up your contacts and encourage you to make that commitment today. Now let’s jump right in and get to the straight talk!  And now, let’s get to the straight talk! Important Resources & Links From This Episode: Take Back Your Time Mini Training Eps. 113 | 5 Ways To K.I.S.S. That Improve Productivity  Convert CSV To Excel    To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. Oh and whenever you’re ready, here are four great ways to improve your time management and elevate your productivity: #1 Grab my FREE mini training Take Back Your Time! #2  Get instant on-demand access to my Conquer Your Email Masterclass #3  Sign up for my Time Management Made Simple program waitlist [coming soon!] #4 Book a Discovery Call to see if 1:1 coaching is a right fit for you and your business.
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Apr 13, 2020 • 14min

149 | How To Harness Momentum To Increase Productivity

I dive into the topic of strategically building upon small wins in your business so you can generate unstoppable momentum and keep progressing toward your goals with energy and focus. What You’ll Discover In Th is Episode: ✔ My Strategy To Build Big Momentum ✔ The Real Reason You’re Procrastinating ✔ How Newton’s First Law Applies To Productivity ✔ Why You Get Stuck And What To Do About It ✔ So Much More! And now, let’s get to the straight talk! To access resources and links from this episode, click on Show Notes. Grab my FREE Take Back Your Time Mini Training. Discover more ways we can work together.
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Apr 4, 2020 • 58min

148 | Tackling Your To-Do List: A Strategy Session With Amber Cortes

I sit down with interior designer Amber Cortes for a one-on-one strategy session. We work through Amber’s challenges with not letting her life spin out of control when there’s a ton of to-do’s on her task list. We focus on creating a more manageable master task list that makes prioritizing a breeze, life less overwhelming, and the big picture not seem so scary. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ Why Your Task List Is Making You Freeze Up ✔ Ways To Tweak Your Task List For Optimal Productivity ✔ How To Utilize White Space For Increased Flexibility ✔ The Importance Of Time Blocking, Deadlines, And Verbs ✔ So Much More! And now, let’s get to the straight talk! To Access Resources And Links From This Episode, Click On Show Notes. Grab my FREE Take Back Your Time mini-training Schedule a Discovery Call to find out more about my 1:1 Peak Performance Coaching program.
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Mar 30, 2020 • 58min

147 | Don’t Turn Off The Water Fountain With Amanda Berlin

I sit down with Amanda Berlin, a publicity strategist who helps entrepreneurs tell their story, write content, and raise visibility. We discuss how despite the global crisis we’re now facing, it’s hardly the time to retreat, stop showing up, and refrain from sharing your voice. Instead, you should double down on the marketing water fountain that ultimately leads to sales. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What Makes A Powerful Message ✔ How A Shift In Messaging Can Make All The Difference ✔ An Overlooked, Important Message To Cultivate ✔ Amanda’s 3 Pillars For Visibility ✔ How To Get Unstuck If Your Messaging Isn’t Working ✔ So Much More! To Access Resources And Links From This Episode, Click On Show Notes. Register for my Time Management Made Simple program. Schedule a Discovery Call to find out more about my 1:1 Peak Performance Coaching program.
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Mar 23, 2020 • 27min

146 | Mind Over Strategy

I dive into the topic of strengthening your mindset because let’s be honest… The world is in a super tough spot right now and no matter how great your business strategy is, it’s going to be hard to move forward if you don’t have a positive mindset. Your mindset is worth strengthening because it can be your most effective business tool in staying the course and coming out on top at the end of this. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ Why A Positive Mindset Trumps Sound Strategy ✔ Specific Ways You Can Strengthen Your Mindset ✔ What You Should Be Focusing On Right Now In Your Business ✔ An Introduction To Navigating These Uncharted Waters ✔ So Much More! And now, let’s get to the straight talk! Important Resources & Links From This Episode: Free Masterclass – PIVOT: Navigating These Uncharted Waters In Your Small Business   Register for my Time Management Made Simple program. Schedule a Discovery Call to find out more about my 1:1 Peak Performance Coaching program.
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Mar 16, 2020 • 23min

145 | PIVOT

I dive into the topic of navigating COVID-19 as small business owners so we can all make the tough decisions, embrace the necessary pivot, and move our lives and businesses forward during this time of uncertainty. What You’ll Discover In This Episode: ✔ Ways I’m Navigating COVID-19 In My Business ✔ How I’m Communicating With My Team ✔ Why You Should Be Leaning On Your Trusted Advisory Council ✔ How I Prepared My Family And Made Some Difficult Decisions ✔ Advice On Transforming Your Thoughts ✔ So Much More! And now, let’s get to the straight talk! Important Resources & Links From This Episode: FREE Mastermind: PIVOT: Navigating COVID-19 As Small Business Owner Register for my Time Management Made Simple program. Schedule a Discovery Call to find out more about my 1:1 Peak Performance Coaching program.

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