Coffee with Kim

Do you want more free time? (Apologies if you hear me screaming YES DEAR GOD PLEASE from the back of the room!) In order to lose the busywork and dig into our genius zone I invited author and keynote speaker Jenny Blake to join us for coffee. Her latest book Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business dives into how we can create systems that help us create more free time with the help of Delightfully Tiny Teams. Jenny outlines specific software to use, how to test outsourcing systems and why the greatest ideas come out of major frustrations. If time feels like it’s slipping through your fingers, this episode is for you! Notes:10:45 First step to implementing systems15:30 Tools & softwares that save time20:10 Process for creating a new system24:10 Clearing your time clutter31:45 Defining free time 36:39 How to know if a system is working40:47 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out “Saving Time In Your Business With Kate Rosenow” https://kimkaupe.com/kate/ If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Investing is something we *should* be doing…but it’s intimidating. Where do we even start? Bitcoin? Crypto? 401k’s?! Between Roth IRA’s, SEP accounts and employer matching it can get overwhelming pretty quickly! To help us make this topic snack-size I sat down with Brittney Castro for advice on how to start educating yourself on finances. We covered everything from creating a money mindset to the difference between financial coaches versus financial advisors. Join us to learn Brittney’s tools on how we can elevate our financial journey. Notes:07:00 How to start educating yourself on finance10:15 401k's and Roth IRA's13:20 Hiring a financial coach or advisor16:18 Software's and programs for managing your money23:39 Reframing your mindset around money30:53 Deciphering if stock shares at your job are valuable36:43 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out “Finding Financial Freedom With Codie Sanchez” https://kimkaupe.com/codie/   If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Do you feel uncomfortable tackling hard conversations? Since they’re unavoidable, we need to learn how to better navigate them. To help us get more comfortable with the uncomfortable, I sat down with Kwame Christian an author, business lawyer and adjunct professor who focuses on helping individuals overcome the fear & anxiety of having difficult conversations. (That would be us!) Join us as we dive into the nitty gritty of how to embrace, welcome, and conquer hard conversations and negotiations.Notes:04:35 Understanding Your Negotiation Style07:34 Two Tips For Better Conversations10:20 The Compassion & Curiosity Framework11:40 Emotions & Decision Making15:34 Micro-negotiations23:37 Negotiating With Yourself 39:57 Advice For Freelancers:45:20 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out “Advocating For Yourself At Work With Selena Rezvani” https://kimkaupe.com/selena-rezvani/If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app.Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Fortune favors the prepared! It’s essential to research, do your homework & come prepared to big meetings, interviews and opportunities. But how do you start? How can you prep like the pro’s? I’m sharing my tips & tricks for preparing for defining moments – meeting must-do’s, scripts for keeping everyone on time, pet peeves to dodge and more!05:16 Copy Matthew McConaughey and Emmanuel Acho's Homework09:40 Mini-Workshop Agenda15:15 Figuring Out Who Will Be In The Meeting24:00 Preparing For The Q&A32:12 Big Meeting No-No’s36:39 Scripts For How To End Meetings On Time39:02 Meeting Must Do's If you loved this episode you should check out “Workshop: Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile” https://kimkaupe.com/optimizing-your-linkedin-profile-with-kim-kaupe/ If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Are you itching to switch careers? Finding a new network is critical to your success. On today’s episode, I sat down with Shyvee Shi who scored her dream role at LinkedIn Learning despite being in a totally different industry. How did she do it? What tactics worked the best? What should you avoid? Shyvee lets us copy her homework on everything from the nitty-gritty of community building to networking for quality, not quantity.Notes:09:12 Identifying mentors in your desired industry11:38 Quantity vs Quality when networking15:00 Standing out when making connections21:50 Community building & why it matters32:00 Reframing your narrative34:51 Advice for those early on in their careers39:00 Speed Round Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode. If you loved this episode you should check out “How To Digitally Network” https://kimkaupe.com/networking/ Connect with Kim!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin my “Career Capital” cohort: https://kimkaupe.com/career-capitalLove Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!

Are you getting paid enough? On today’s episode, Tia Meyers, Founder of Freelancing Females, sits down to talk all about the wild wild west of freelancing. How much should I charge? What mistakes can I avoid? How do I even start?! As a freelancer, there’s a lot of unknowns & learning curves from how to price your services to getting (and retaining!) clients. Tia pulls back the curtain as we tap into ways every freelancer can grow their business, create consistent revenue and (if they want to!) and keep their day job. Notes:08:15 Common mistakes freelancers make10:25 What to do when starting out 13:55 How to know what to charge25:40 Questions to ask potential clients29:15 Making sure you're getting paid on time36:03 The future of freelancing37:48 Speed round Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.If you loved this episode you should check out “Finding Financial Freedom With Codie Sanchez” https://kimkaupe.com/codie/For more behind-the-scenes, follow Kim on Instagram & TikTok: @KimKaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin her “Career Capital” cohort: https://kimkaupe.com/career-capitalLove Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!

Have you ever felt blindsided? On today’s episode, I’m joined by Jonathan Brill, a career future-proofing expert who was deemed “Nostradamus” by Oxford University and author of the book Rogue Waves. He takes those “oh that could never happen” situations and teaches strategies to make sure you have a solid game plan when adversity strikes. Simply put, predicting big changes and adapting well can catapult you lightyears ahead of peers when the unexpected happens. Join us as we dive into the science of luck and how to predict the future by using the past.Notes:09:24 How To Start Thinking About The Future & Your Career11:55 Planning For A Range Of Futures14:55 How To Start Winning Reliably 21:08 The Science Of Luck 25:18 Predicting What's Ahead35:33 Planning For Rogue Waves38:03 How The Past Can Help Predict The Future45:35 Speed Round  Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode. If you loved this episode you should check out “How To Set Long Term Career Goals With Dorie Clark” https://kimkaupe.com/how-to-set-long-term-career-goals-with-dorie-clark/ Connect with Kim!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin my “Career Capital” cohort: https://kimkaupe.com/career-capital Love Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!

From navigating corporate politics to running my own business, I’ve seen best practices when it comes to managing up and down. In this episode, we’re digging into best practices, tips and tactics to manage everyone from your boss to your new intern. Is micro-management driving you nuts? Curious about what to delegate & when? Want to know the secret to managing your boss? Let’s dive in! Notes:08:15 How to manage those above you12:40 Setting priorities and expectations19:00 The skill all managers want you to have23:00 What not to do when managing up26:50 Managing those underneath you27:50 Auditory vs Visual learners42:17 Avoiding micromanagement47:38 How to know what to delegate Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode. For more behind-the-scenes, follow Kim on Instagram & TikTok: @KimKaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin her “Career Capital” cohort:https://kimkaupe.com/career-capital Love Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!

Reinventing yourself is a MUST in today’s workforce. On today’s episode, I’m joined by the Michael Jordan of design, Debbie Millman. She’s redefined what creativity and design look like. We get into the weeds of WHY reinvention is essential and the secrets behind big & small pivots. As a podcast veteran and now LinkedIn Learning course instructor, she opens her playbook and gives us her crash course on change, hard decisions and everything in between.Notes:08:34 Choosing Between Secure & Creative12:19 Experiments In Rejection19:17 Advice For Making Hard Decisions23:38 Change Will Always Be Scary28:30 Debbie's New LinkedIn Learning Course43:54 The Death Of The Generalist47:16 Speed Round Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode. For more behind-the-scenes, follow Kim on Instagram & TikTok: @KimKaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin her “Career Capital” cohort:https://kimkaupe.com/career-capital Stay in Touch With Debbie:LinkedInWebsite Love Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!

As an accidental entrepreneur who has created two successful businesses, I’ve gotten pretty comfortable with all the hat juggling I’ve done over the past 15 years. In this episode, I’m sitting down for coffee with you guys to get into all things entrepreneurship – including some uncomfortable truths. Where do you focus your energy with limited resources? How do you know if an idea is worth turning into a business? And what’s the easiest and wisest way to start a company? Let’s dig in…  Notes:04:29 Finding Who Not How09:23 Networking Tips14:33 How To Decide If An Idea Is Worth Turning Into A Business18:11 Live Streaming On LinkedIn22:01 Two Places To Focus Your Energy On As An Entrepreneur29:30 My Advice For Seasoned And Brand New Entrepreneurs39:17 The Uncomfortable Truth About Entrepreneurship45:45 An Easier Way To Start A Business Listening while doing dishes, running or working on something else? Want all the links and notes straight to your inbox so you don’t have to write them all down? No problem! Head to  SendMeNotes.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode. For more behind-the-scenes, follow Kim on Instagram & TikTok: @KimKaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupeNewsletter: copymyhomework.comJoin her “Career Capital” cohort:https://kimkaupe.com/career-capitalLove Coffee With Kim? Leave us a review!