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Get stuff done at work, be effective, get motivated, and maybe even have a few laughs. Efficiency at its best, in five minutes or less.

Thomas Ossa


    • Apr 24, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 9m AVG DURATION
    • 194 EPISODES


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    Advice: Don't Clutter Your New Computer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 10:27


    Ah that new fresh feeling of a laptop, tablet or phone that comes right out of the box. 20 minutes later, you have 8000 files from your old device added onto it.In this podcast, Tom Ossa reboots Work Smarter, Not Harder - to show the importance of keeping your new devices as clean from the past as possible - within reason.

    A Look at the Markets: Mitchell S Kahn, Hunter Financial, Returns for Second Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 7:17


    Tom and Mitch know each other for around 10 years now, and Mitch was in the podcast last season to talk about the markets. As a representative for https://hunterfa.com, Mitch is tuned into the daily activity. Join us for this update on the markets. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Learning Slow vs. Learning Fast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 6:39


    There's a benefit to both, if you do it right. In this episode, Tom explains how he did it WRONG today, and learned a valuable lesson about a platform he has been using for event ticket sales. Whoops! Tune in today to learn what happened! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Guest: Joseph Baratta, Author: Balancing Act

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 13:50


    Tom and Joe have been friends for 17 years, and counting. Joe just wrote his first book, Balancing Act. It's a great read! Join us for this very conversational podcast, amongst good friends and colleagues, and learn more about how Joe got started in the Real Estate Industry, as well as his background in the Home Improvement industry. You can find Balancing Act here: https://www.amazon.com/Balancing-Act-Navigating-Estate-Career-ebook/dp/B0D1RD2J4C/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Open Door vs. Closed Door Policies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 11:20


    Tom got up at the crack of dawn this morning in order to handle several meetings with Rockland News reporters, as well as a new member of his sales team for Rockland Web Design. In this slightly random episode, he congratulates his colleague, Joe Baratta, on the launch of his new book, Balancing Act, a great quick read for Real Estate and Home Improvement professionals. He also talks about the value of the open versus closed door policy in companies, and draws a parallel from the past - how Presidents managed their time, and handled their meetings with others, while in office. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Waking Up Early Gets Things Done

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 12:13


    Tom got up early this morning to finish a book, do a podcast and be ready for a networking meeting. This episode serves more of as a testimonial to waking up at the crack of dawn - IF you want to get more done in life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Celebrating 17 Years in Business!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 13:33


    Davi'. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Driving Closer to the Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 8:25


    Forward. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Getting Even - At the Right Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 11:28


    Within reason, sometimes it's ok to even the score with someone who wronged you. Of course, be legal, ethical and use your moral compass, as Tom explains in this very personal podcast. But to illustrate, Tom invokes a recent story about his Mom's car brake issues. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Three Steps to Handling Tense Negotiations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 13:44


    Who knew that tapping one's toes can help in tense situations? In this podcast episode, Tom invokes the book The Art of Negotiation, and peppers in some additional steps to keeping one's composure when dealing with difficult negotiators. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    The Shortest Podcast Ever

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 1:12


    In this finely tuned episode, Tom Ossa gets to the heart of today's point. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Delegate After Your Understand

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 5:44


    The art of delegation doesn't always include all the details necessary for successfully getting things done by your team. In this episode, Tom encourages leaders to be familiar with the systems and tasks that are delegated, so that the team can be more comfortable when you explain their responsibilities to them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Adjusting Your Schedule to Meet Your Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 6:48


    In this brief episode, Tom talks about the value of adjusting your schedule from time to time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Using Math to Stay on Target

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 6:07


    Sometimes the busyness of the day takes us off course. In this very, very brief episode, Tom talks about some algebra that helped him to stay focused on specific goals. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Time Shifting Part III - How to Condense Time (when necessary)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 9:19


    We all do it to a degree, shifting our priorities, in order to achieve optimal results. Wait, you don't do that? Then tune in to Tom Ossa‘s podcast today, where he introduces real life, examples of how to use time shifting in order to condense time - to produce high performance results. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

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    Learn AI - It Will Help You!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2024 6:25


    In this episode, Tom walks us through the importance of learning AI, in this it's early stage of commercial development. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    The Space Between Stimulus and Response.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 8:38


    Today, Tom talks about how he handled an email from an angry individual that demanded a retraction in his publication RocklandNews.com. And special thanks to Maven Driver Training! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    How to Network at Networking Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 12:28


    Tom is headed to the BSPN networking event today at 6 pm, at GIOS Restaurant in New City. In this episode, we review the fundamental steps to proper networking etiquette: 1. Introduce self 2. Small talk 3. Business cards. Enjoy!

    Don't Give Up Your Company Value!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 4:48


    Most people go right to the bank to get a loan as soon as they start their business. This causes a whole bunch of problems later, if not properly managed. In this episode, Tom suggests that business owners hold onto as much equity as possible, as they are growing. It's more painful sometimes, but eventually it is much more profitable. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Save Time by Using Video for Emails

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 12:00


    In addition to a quick tutorial on how to use Screencastify to send video emails, Tom reviews some “fan mail” he got from a job applicant named - according to the application - “Joe Mamma”. You can't make this stuff up.

    Movement: The Secret to Increasing Your Work & Personal Effectivness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 10:02


    In this episode, Tom explains his concept for bundling, sedentary and active work tasks, in order to achieve better personal and professional well-being. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Do What You're Supposed to Do!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 12:24


    Warning! Tom is a little hot under the collar today! Today, he talks about how people should be responsible for their own tasks. He also cites examples from today, but as usual, without naming names. Time will tell if it resonates with anyone. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    The Relationship Between Your Tasklist and Calendar

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 12:28


    Knowing where to put your tasks is an important part of your overall productivity. In this podcast episode, Tom breaks down his strategy for blocking together tasks with calendar time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    How to Ride a Wave - Eyes Forward!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 7:22


    If you have ever watched a surfer riding a wave into the shore, you'll notice that they don't look behind them, to pay attention to any waves other than the one that they are riding! In this episode, Tom draws a business analogy to help you keep on focus with your goals for the day. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    What Drives Your Soul in Business?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 10:51


    A special unexpected guest appearance by Tom's dog Watson couldn't stop his enthusiasm, talking about finding ways of following your unique purpose that drives your soul. A good Monday morning kickstarter! This episode is dedicated to Father Thomas Madden, who passed away in February of 2024. May he rest in peace, in God's arms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Keep Your Emails Brief and to the Point!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 6:14


    In this episode, Tom introduces another important concept in email communications, keeping it brief! Also, we have a special quick guest appearance from Billy Keenan, the author of the book the Road to Resilience. He will be a guest on the show in weeks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Special Episode: An Interview with the Stony Point Seals

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 15:13


    In this episode, Tom sits down with the Stony Point Seals for an interview, in advance of their 25th annual Polar Plunge, scheduled for the Big Game Day, Feb 11, 2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Never Miss an Opportunity!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 16:53


    In this emotional episode, Tom reveals one of the turning points in his business life, which oddly came as a result of a failure in a classroom exercise. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    From Good to Great - Taking Time to Cultivate Good Ideas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2024 6:39


    Tom got an email from a well-intentioned individual, who was pointing out a discrepancy on one of the community groups that his company manages. In this brief, but personal podcast episode, Tom responds in a logical, but thoughtful manner. The overall point for this episode: When you have a big idea, it takes time to cultivate. Kudos to the cultivators. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Focusing on Your Important, Long Term Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 1:54


    In this brief episode, Tom draws from the wisdom of the late Stephen R. Covey, author of the book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - to show you how to block out time to get the important long term goals accomplished gradually, each week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    10 Steps for Surviving Emotionally Challenging Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 22:56


    Tom had a difficult day on Wednesday, but it was a bit easier with the stop gap routines that he has implemented for nearly 20 years. In this very special episode, he will discuss the 10 steps that he uses to stay on target, and maintain an inner well-being, in the hopes that you can subsequently experience a better tomorrow. ; --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Setting Boundaries for Your Customer Service Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 8:06


    Tom had a client that was contacting him way out of normal business hours. His advice today, is to set boundaries, use technology to schedule appointments, and sometimes - when boundaries are crossed - have the bravery to not respond. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Regain Total Control of Your Calendar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 6:30


    It is no secret that Tom has more appointments in his calendar than the press secretary for Azerbaijan. Somehow he manages, and in this brief, four minute podcast, he reveals a secret that he has used for the past year, that is so simple, that anyone can implement it in less than 15 minutes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Get Your Work Done Anywhere!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 6:42


    Tom was on site at a concert, despite being pressured to work from the office. Enter laptop, tablet and backpack. Also, a Peruvian restaurant. Plus, Tom introduces Father Steve from the Marian Shrine to the podcast world. Tune in for his new podcast, Hang with Jesus! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Use Technology Right - And Go Anywhere You Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 4:29


    Tom is onsite with one of his favorite bands, Live and Unplugged, doing some imagery and reporting for RocklandNews.com. In this episode, he talks about how to work onsite - anywhere…with just a phone and tablet. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Using Ai Art to Safely Express Your Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 10:23


    Tom sucks at talking with people on social media. He realizes this. But he's come to peace with it, by using art to better present his ideas and feelings. Of course, sans actual art talent, he found and started using Midjourney, one of the most popular Ai tools available today for the consumer. In this episode, Tom explains the usefulness of Midjourney, and also posts a friendly warning to his colleagues about how Ai could next come for the commercial photographers in the digital space. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    New Blog Series! Rockland.Ai

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 10:23


    As if there isn't enough for Tom to handle in his two companies, Tom announces his new blog series, Rockland.Ai - which is focused on education about the emerging commercial technologies that assist its users to be much more productive in their professional and personal lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Is it Really “AI”? No, it Really Isn't!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 10:28


    The term AI is being thrown around more lazily than a dog chewing on his favorite squirrel toy. In this episode, Tom talks about an example of a new feature that Google has, showing that it is not true “Artificial General Intelligence”, which will take much more time to achieve. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Emailers: Stop Replying All!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 11:24


    In this episode, Tom passionately rants about email, and all of its many flaws. He also provides suggestions for handling email better, primarily by refraining from several bad habits. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    30 Days to a Better Brand: Book Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 10:07


    If you are wondering whether Tom Ossa's new book, 30 Days to a Better Brand is worth your time, listen to this episode, where Tom reads the introduction of the book to you. Feedback is welcome! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    When to Promote Events - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 5:09


    Tom followed up today with his explanation on when to promote events --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Competition is Good. Here's why.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 7:03


    Tom was talking with someone about the nature of business, and on this episode will discuss why competition in business is a good thing. A very good thing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Plan Your Promotions in Advance - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 5:36


    In this episode, Tom briefly discusses how to go about planning your promotional campaign for upcoming events. More to come tomorrow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Introducing Rockland.Ai - A New Blog Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 6:46


    Tom has been fascinated by Ai since the commercial release of ChatGPT and Midjourney. In this episode, he announces a new blog series, Rockland.Ai - to help small businesses to use the best tools for their business' ongoing development and scale. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    One Thing Led to Another - How to Start Your Goal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 5:55


    In sales, projects, administrative work, and much more - there is a workflow that can get you in the mode of getting things done better. In this episode, Tom quickly discusses how to start with just one thing, so that it leads you organically to the next thing. Simple concept, with examples. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Happy New Year! Keep Your Web Address Short!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 5:44


    We hope you are having a good start to the New Year! Here is a short episode from Tom on the importance of keeping your domain name as short as possible. Also, download the first three chapters of his book, 30 Days to a Better Brand, for free! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Setting Up Your Schedule for 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 6:23


    As we get into the new year, consider setting up your schedule to use your energy and time in the best possible way. Also get a free copy of Tom‘s new book, “30 Days to a Better Brand“, available on Amazon. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Life Hack: Start Your Next Task Before You Stand Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 6:14


    We all suffer from it if we work in front of a computer. Getting tasks done in an orderly and timely fashion. In this episode, Tom provides a really, really simple way to get more tasks done, so you increase your rate of productive success. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    The Challenge of 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 5:08


    A quick 5-minute check in, wishing you and your colleagues a good rest of 2023. This one is unformatted, raw and real. No guests, no agenda, just getting back on the airwaves with you. Have a great week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    MT Vessels 4 - Mike and Tom Are Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 67:45


    It's been over six months since Mike Kluger and Tom Ossa did a podcast with each other - today they finally got it together and sat for an hour to recap some of the things they've been up to, including Stony Music Fest 9, plans for making a larger event at Clover Stadium, and how to brew a righteous coffee. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

    Amy Stern (WMC Health) - Rockland Duck Derby

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 38:45


    On this episode, we talk about ducks. A lot. But it's for a good cause. Amy Stern of WMC Health, and longtime Rockland County resident and volunteer has organized a family friendly fun event, the Rockland Duck Derby. Website is https://rocklandduckderby.org. You can sponsor a single rubber duck for just $10 - and if your duck wins...you can win one of three prizes ranging from $500 to $1000! How cool is that, and also support not one...not two...but FOUR local, great charities in Rockland County NY. Push play and enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worksmartny/message

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