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Essentialism: Doing Less but Better – A LEITWOLF® Interview with Greg McKeown What if doing less could actually lead to more impact? In this very special episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan speaks with New York Times bestselling author Greg McKeown, one of the world's most influential voices on productivity, purpose, and leadership. Greg shares the story behind his global bestseller "Essentialism – The Disciplined Pursuit of Less", the success of the Essentialism Academy, and powerful insights on how leaders can cut through the noise to focus on what truly matters. Together, Stefan and Greg explore how to say no more often, how to lead without overwhelm, and how to build cultures where excellence becomes effortless. If you've ever felt stretched too thin or overwhelmed by too many priorities, this conversation will inspire you to take a bold step: do less, but better. ––– More about Greg: // WEBSITE (Books, Academy, Planner): https://gregmckeown.com // LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmckeown/ ––– Do you like the LEITWOLF® Leadership podcast? Then please rate it with a star rating and review it on iTunes or/and Spotify. This will help us to further improve this LEITWOLF® podcast and make it more visible. ––– Book your access to the LEITWOLF® Academy NOW: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy-en Would you like solid tips or support on how to implement good leadership in your company? Then please get in touch with Stefan via mail: homeister@stefan-homeister-leadership.com Or arrange a free phone call here: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly-en // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVE ___ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Successful Leadership, Organizational Management, Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Team Management, Self-leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Career Development, Leadership Personality, Success Strategies, Organizational Culture, Motivation and Leadership, Leadership Tips, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionary Leadership, Leadership Interviews, Successful Managers, Entrepreneurial Tips, Leadership Best Practices, Leadership Perspectives, Business Coaching

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3589: Kyle Kowalski challenges the traditional approach of cramming more into each day and instead advocates for "better is better" through calendar time blocking. By intentionally scheduling tasks and aligning them with personal priorities and energy levels, time blocking boosts efficiency, reduces mental clutter, and fosters meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.sloww.co/time-blocking/ Quotes to ponder: "What gets scheduled gets done." "Time blocking is one of the best ways of turning good intentions into action." "What's important now? After a moment of reflection I realized that until I knew what was important right now, what was important right now was to figure out what was important right now!" Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path by Erin Loechner: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Slow-Courage-Journey-Beaten/dp/0310345677 When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel Pink: https://www.amazon.com/When-Scientific-Secrets-Perfect-Timing/dp/0735210624 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3589: Kyle Kowalski challenges the traditional approach of cramming more into each day and instead advocates for "better is better" through calendar time blocking. By intentionally scheduling tasks and aligning them with personal priorities and energy levels, time blocking boosts efficiency, reduces mental clutter, and fosters meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.sloww.co/time-blocking/ Quotes to ponder: "What gets scheduled gets done." "Time blocking is one of the best ways of turning good intentions into action." "What's important now? After a moment of reflection I realized that until I knew what was important right now, what was important right now was to figure out what was important right now!" Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path by Erin Loechner: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Slow-Courage-Journey-Beaten/dp/0310345677 When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel Pink: https://www.amazon.com/When-Scientific-Secrets-Perfect-Timing/dp/0735210624 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3589: Kyle Kowalski challenges the traditional approach of cramming more into each day and instead advocates for "better is better" through calendar time blocking. By intentionally scheduling tasks and aligning them with personal priorities and energy levels, time blocking boosts efficiency, reduces mental clutter, and fosters meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.sloww.co/time-blocking/ Quotes to ponder: "What gets scheduled gets done." "Time blocking is one of the best ways of turning good intentions into action." "What's important now? After a moment of reflection I realized that until I knew what was important right now, what was important right now was to figure out what was important right now!" Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 Chasing Slow: Courage to Journey Off the Beaten Path by Erin Loechner: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Slow-Courage-Journey-Beaten/dp/0310345677 When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel Pink: https://www.amazon.com/When-Scientific-Secrets-Perfect-Timing/dp/0735210624 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is about how we relate to time. Have we thought about how our earliest conditioning has helped or hindered how we transition with time? Deadlines, synchronizing schedules with others, making appointments, keeping appointments, deciding when our time is wasted or best spent, and more. What were your earliest lessons about time? Who taught you?Take a day, a week, and pay attention. Pay attention to howyou show up in your life. On an average day, Do you wake up at your alarm or turn over? Do you have slow mornings or does your day begin with a rushed flurry of activity?Do you eat breakfast?Do you have a morning meditation or prayer time?Do you arrive to your work early—whether in a physical location or your home office?What about meetings? Do you take an offsite lunch?Do you work into the evenings on most nights?What about your deliverables? Do you plan your work and work your plan? Or do you work under pressure close to the deadline?Do you volunteer? Serve in a faith community? Take classes for continuing ed, a certification or degree?Books referenced in this episode are 86400: Manage Your Purpose to Make Every Second of Each Day Count by Lavaille Lavette and Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown. Listen to episode 8 in season 1 for a review of Essentialism.

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Greg McKeown is a speaker, a bestselling author, and the host of the popular podcast What's Essential. He has been covered by The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, Politico, and Inc., has been interviewed on NPR, NBC, Fox, and The Steve Harvey Show, and is among the most popular bloggers for LinkedIn. He is also a Young Global Leader for the World Economic Forum. McKeown's New York Times bestselling book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less has sold more than a million copies worldwide. Originally from London, England, he now lives in California with his wife, Anna, and their four children. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Shift where you put your efforts. Build something that produces results rather than simply trying to produce results directly yourself. 2. The due diligence alone - the process of confirming that what you've been told about business is accurate - would take monumental effort. 3. For people who are part of the HIT squad: the hardworking, intelligent, and talented group of people who are listening... What got you here won't get you there. Our greatest contributions always lie ahead of us, not behind us. Do what matters most, as effortlessly as possible! Sign up today - The Essentialism Academy Sponsor Author100 A 100-day program where I will personally guide you 1-on-1 to create, write, publish and market your book! If you want daily guidance and mentorship from me, JLD, then head over to Author100.com to sign up for a free call to chat about the details

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Greg McKeown is a speaker, a bestselling author, and the host of the popular podcast What's Essential. He has been covered by The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, Politico, and Inc., has been interviewed on NPR, NBC, Fox, and The Steve Harvey Show, and is among the most popular bloggers for LinkedIn. He is also a Young Global Leader for the World Economic Forum. McKeown's New York Times bestselling book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less has sold more than a million copies worldwide. Originally from London, England, he now lives in California with his wife, Anna, and their four children. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Shift where you put your efforts. Build something that produces results rather than simply trying to produce results directly yourself. 2. The due diligence alone - the process of confirming that what you've been told about business is accurate - would take monumental effort. 3. For people who are part of the HIT squad: the hardworking, intelligent, and talented group of people who are listening... What got you here won't get you there. Our greatest contributions always lie ahead of us, not behind us. Do what matters most, as effortlessly as possible! Sign up today - The Essentialism Academy Sponsor Author100 A 100-day program where I will personally guide you 1-on-1 to create, write, publish and market your book! If you want daily guidance and mentorship from me, JLD, then head over to Author100.com to sign up for a free call to chat about the details

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2886: Finding herself constantly chasing more, more experiences, more commitments, and more food, Heather Aardema realized that her relentless hunger was leaving her overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Inspired by Greg McKeown's Essentialism, she learned the power of saying no and focusing on what truly matters. By embracing a life of “less but better,” she shifted from FOMO to JOMO, trading exhaustion for intentionality and finally finding a sense of fullness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/what-are-you-hungry-for/ Quotes to ponder: "I thought everything was important, and that I could and should do it all. I didn't pause to create a filter for what deserved my attention and what didn't." "Instead of getting more done, I'm getting the right things done. I'm choosing to create a life that's less but better." "My fear of missing out has transformed into a joy of missing out." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2886: Finding herself constantly chasing more, more experiences, more commitments, and more food, Heather Aardema realized that her relentless hunger was leaving her overwhelmed and unfulfilled. Inspired by Greg McKeown's Essentialism, she learned the power of saying no and focusing on what truly matters. By embracing a life of “less but better,” she shifted from FOMO to JOMO, trading exhaustion for intentionality and finally finding a sense of fullness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/what-are-you-hungry-for/ Quotes to ponder: "I thought everything was important, and that I could and should do it all. I didn't pause to create a filter for what deserved my attention and what didn't." "Instead of getting more done, I'm getting the right things done. I'm choosing to create a life that's less but better." "My fear of missing out has transformed into a joy of missing out." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi, and welcome to The Long View. I'm Christine Benz, director of personal finance and retirement planning for Morningstar. Our guest on the podcast today is Sahil Bloom. He's the author of a new book called The 5 Types of Wealth, and he also writes a newsletter called the Curiosity Chronicle. He's the founder and managing partner of SRB Holdings and SRB Ventures. Before embarking on a career as a content creator, Sahil was a vice president at a private equity fund. He double majored in economics and sociology at Stanford University, and he also received his master's in public policy there. Sahil, welcome to The Long View.BackgroundBioThe 5 Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life, by Sahil BloomCuriosity ChronicleThemes“The Time Billionaire: A Concept That Changed My Life,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.“The 2 Types of Status: Bought vs. Earned,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.“The Incredible Power of No,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.“The 4 Types of Professional Time,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.“Parkinson's Law, How to Read, and More,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.“Sahil Bloom on Wealth, Success and Pursuing All-Time Highs in Money and Wealth,” by Tim Maurer, forbes.com, Feb. 2, 2025.“The Life Dinner, Stonecutter Story, and More,” by Sahil Bloom, sahilbloom.com.OtherOccam's RazorHarvard Study of Adult Development“Daniel Crosby: Can Money Really Buy Happiness?” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Dec. 17, 2024.Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeownBhagavad GitaMindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck

To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCA194 Get your copy of Greg McKeown's new Essentialism Planner here: https://gregmckeown.com/books/the-ess... Do you know what you want this year? Or next year? Or in five years? In this distracted world we're living in, it can be pretty hard to drown out the noise, algorithms and influencers and figure out what it is that you want. And how to go get it. Our guest on the show today is Greg McKeown, author of one of the most beloved books in the small business world: Essentialism: the Disciplined Pursuit of Less. He's here to teach us how to define and achieve what's truly most important to you by narrowing your focus and aligning your actions with the highest priority—the most essential—goals in business and life. Late last year, Greg released a new workbook to help readers work through the concepts of an essentialist lifestyle, and we're lucky enough to get a preview into what the process looks like on the show. Episode highlights: Learn how to apply the concepts of Greg McKeown's book, Essentialism: - The Disciplined Pursuit of Less to your business and life. Get tips from Benji and Greg on how to figure out what it is you actually want in life, and how to go after it with laser focus. Gain a new perspective on your 2025 strategic plan and vision, just in time to go out and crush your goals. 00:00 - Intro 01:44 - Essentialism: A 2024 Update 04:19 - About the Essentialism Planner 07:43 - How to discern the "trivial many" from the "vital few" 30:39 - How to figure out what you actually want 55:25 - The power of a graceful no 01:01:40 - The importance of rest, play, and escape 01:10:40 - Advice for contractors as they enter 2025 Subscribe to Breakthrough Academy to never miss a video!

Human Design has gained popularity as a powerful tool for understanding oneself, but how can it truly impact your personal life and business? Join Deborah as she engages with Kristen Toscano in an eye-opening conversation about how your unique birth blueprint can illuminate your path. By embracing your design, you can unlock your true potential and create harmony in every aspect of your journey! Here are the things to expect in the episode:Kristen's transformative experience and shift in perspective.What is Human Design, and how does it help people?The importance of body awareness and intuition.The five types of Human Design.Applying Human Design in business and personal life.And much more! About Kristen:Kristen Toscano is a Life and Purpose Strategist empowering purpose-driven entrepreneurs. Certified as a Quantum Human Design Specialist, Quantum Alignment Practitioner, and GUMPTION Method Facilitator, she guides individuals to break free from their fears, doubts, and 'shoulds' to embrace their true identity. Kristen encourages intentional living by connecting to the body's wisdom, trusting intuition, and leveraging natural gifts. Passionate about travel, food, and wine pairings, she has explored wineries across five continents with her husband, Greg. Connect with Kristen Toscano!Website: https://kristentoscano.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristentoscano/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristentoscano Book recommendation: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown   Connect with Deborah Kevin:Website: www.deborahkevin.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/debbykevinwriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-kevin/Book Recommendations: https://bookshop.org/shop/storytellher Check out Highlander Press:Website: www.highlanderpressbooks.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highlanderpressInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highlanderpressFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/highlanderpress

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3465: Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's reflections explore the exhausting cycle of struggling to prove one's worth and offer a gentle invitation to embrace self-compassion and contentment. Her perspective encourages a life lived in alignment with values rather than relentless striving, fostering a deeper sense of peace and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/tired-of-struggling/ Quotes to ponder: "Could we live gently with ourselves, pursuing a life we don't need to escape from?" "We don't have to prove we're good enough; we already are." "Maybe the striving and hustling aren't what we truly need." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Atlas of the Heart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0399592555 The Gifts of Imperfection: https://www.amazon.com/dp/159285849X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3465: Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's reflections explore the exhausting cycle of struggling to prove one's worth and offer a gentle invitation to embrace self-compassion and contentment. Her perspective encourages a life lived in alignment with values rather than relentless striving, fostering a deeper sense of peace and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/tired-of-struggling/ Quotes to ponder: "Could we live gently with ourselves, pursuing a life we don't need to escape from?" "We don't have to prove we're good enough; we already are." "Maybe the striving and hustling aren't what we truly need." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Atlas of the Heart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0399592555 The Gifts of Imperfection: https://www.amazon.com/dp/159285849X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3465: Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui's reflections explore the exhausting cycle of struggling to prove one's worth and offer a gentle invitation to embrace self-compassion and contentment. Her perspective encourages a life lived in alignment with values rather than relentless striving, fostering a deeper sense of peace and purpose. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/tired-of-struggling/ Quotes to ponder: "Could we live gently with ourselves, pursuing a life we don't need to escape from?" "We don't have to prove we're good enough; we already are." "Maybe the striving and hustling aren't what we truly need." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0804137382 Atlas of the Heart: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0399592555 The Gifts of Imperfection: https://www.amazon.com/dp/159285849X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1566: Steve Chou challenges the notion of constant hustling by exploring why some efforts yield no results despite endless hours of work. He provides actionable advice to break free from unproductive cycles, focusing on strategy over sheer effort to create meaningful and sustainable progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/hustling-with-no-results/ Quotes to ponder: "Success doesn't come from working the hardest; it comes from working the smartest." "Without clear goals, your hustle can become a treadmill to nowhere." "Strategic effort beats blind determination every time." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller: https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1566: Steve Chou challenges the notion of constant hustling by exploring why some efforts yield no results despite endless hours of work. He provides actionable advice to break free from unproductive cycles, focusing on strategy over sheer effort to create meaningful and sustainable progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/hustling-with-no-results/ Quotes to ponder: "Success doesn't come from working the hardest; it comes from working the smartest." "Without clear goals, your hustle can become a treadmill to nowhere." "Strategic effort beats blind determination every time." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller: https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCEP194 Get your copy of Greg McKeown's new Essentialism Planner here: https://gregmckeown.com/books/the-essentialism-planner/ Do you know what you want this year? Or next year? Or in five years? In this distracted world we’re living in, it can be pretty hard to drown out the noise, algorithms and influencers and figure out what it is that you want. And how to go get it. Our guest on the show today is Greg McKeown, author of one of the most beloved books in the small business world: Essentialism: the Disciplined Pursuit of Less. He’s here to teach us how to define and achieve what’s truly most important to you by narrowing your focus and aligning your actions with the highest priority—the most essential—goals in business and life. Late last year, Greg released a new workbook to help readers work through the concepts of an essentialist lifestyle, and we’re lucky enough to get a preview into what the process looks like on the show. Episode highlights: Learn how to apply the concepts of Greg McKeown's book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less to your business and life. Get tips from Benji and Greg on how to figure out what it is you actually want in life, and how to go after it with laser focus. Gain a new perspective on your 2025 strategic plan and vision, just in time to go out and crush your goals. 00:00-Intro 01:44-Essentialism: A 2024 Update 04:19-About the Essentialism Planner 07:43-How to discern the "trivial many" from the "vital few" 30:39-How to figure out what you actually want 55:25-The power of a graceful no 01:01:40-The importance of rest, play, and escape 01:10:40-Advice for contractors as they enter 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn how to build a killer annual strategic plan for your contracting business at our free web class on January 20th. Spaces are limited, so save your spot now: https://trybta.com/CE-SP2025 To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here: https://trybta.com/PCEP194 Get your copy of Greg McKeown's new Essentialism Planner here: https://gregmckeown.com/books/the-essentialism-planner/ Do you know what you want this year? Or next year? Or in five years? In this distracted world we’re living in, it can be pretty hard to drown out the noise, algorithms and influencers and figure out what it is that you want. And how to go get it. Our guest on the show today is Greg McKeown, author of one of the most beloved books in the small business world: Essentialism: the Disciplined Pursuit of Less. He’s here to teach us how to define and achieve what’s truly most important to you by narrowing your focus and aligning your actions with the highest priority—the most essential—goals in business and life. Late last year, Greg released a new workbook to help readers work through the concepts of an essentialist lifestyle, and we’re lucky enough to get a preview into what the process looks like on the show. Episode highlights: Learn how to apply the concepts of Greg McKeown's book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less to your business and life. Get tips from Benji and Greg on how to figure out what it is you actually want in life, and how to go after it with laser focus. Gain a new perspective on your 2025 strategic plan and vision, just in time to go out and crush your goals. 00:00-Intro 01:44-Essentialism: A 2024 Update 04:19-About the Essentialism Planner 07:43-How to discern the "trivial many" from the "vital few" 30:39-How to figure out what you actually want 55:25-The power of a graceful no 01:01:40-The importance of rest, play, and escape 01:10:40-Advice for contractors as they enter 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textWelcome to Country Proud Living, Nurturing Home, Empowered Self. In Episode 41, host LoriLynn dives into the transformative power of letting go to make room for what truly matters in the upcoming year. As we approach the end of 2024, LoriLynn reflects on her busy year and shares insightful advice on how to simplify your life for greater success and peace in 2025. Learn about the benefits of decluttering, setting boundaries, and releasing negative emotions. Discover the wisdom of David R. Hawkins' book, '[Letting Go, the Pathway of Surrender]Tune in for practical steps to identify your priorities, say no with grace, and create mental and emotional space. Take the first step towards an intentional and joyful 2025. This episode is brimming with actionable tips and thought-provoking insights, encouraging you to reflect on what truly brings you joy and how to align your goals with your core values in the new year. Happy New Year! HELPFUL LINKS: David R. Hawkins' book, Letting Go, the Pathway of Surrender(https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12319467-letting-go)', and explore additional resources from thought leaders like Marie Kondo and her book Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5435134.Marie_Kondo https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22318578-the-life-changing-magic-of-tidying-up  Greg McKeown and his book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21929444.Greg_McKeown https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18077875-essentialism Brene Brown https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/235653.Bren_Brown) and her work on [embracing vulnerability https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10127019-daring-greatly. The Minimalists, Joshua Fields Milburn & Ryan Nicodemushttps://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5432223.Joshua_Fields_MillWelcome to the Country Proud Living Podcast, I'm your host LoriLynn. Thanks for stopping by today! Please subscribe to the podcast by clicking plus follow at the upper right. Click those three little dots at the top right & copy the link to share the show with your friends and family. Please leave me a review. This is truly one of the only ways to help my podcast grow. I just want you to know what it means to me that you're here today. I know everyone's time is valuable and it means a lot. Thank you. Love and light, Lori Lynn.Please share this podcast with your like minded friends and family! Please subscribe to never miss an episode! If you have questions, ideas of topics you would like to learn more about, you want to work with me, or you have feedback both good and bad is welcome it can be sent to info@countryproudhome@gmail.comSHARING ADDITIONAL LINKS TO CONNECT WITH ME: : )IG: www.instagram.com/lorilynn_countryproudlivingPODCAST:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/country-proud-living-nurturing-home-empowered-self/id1715855014?i=1000645120377OR for Spotify, iHeart, the pod can be found most anywhere you choose to listen:https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2247458.rssLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olafsonloriMY ART GALLERY: https://lorilynn-o-uter.pixels.com/PINTEREST: https://pin.it/3mX6xMNcR

Have you ever felt that you were constantly busy, but not necessarily productive in terms of achieving your highest-level goals? In today's hectic world, it's easy to become overwhelmed by competing priorities, which may cause us to lose sight of what is most important in our lives. An approach known as “essentialism” offers an antidote to this common problem. Greg McKeown, our guest in Episode 221 of The Mindset Game® podcast, is the author of two New York Times bestsellers: “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less” and “Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most.” He is also one of the most sought-after public speakers globally, having spoken to over 500 companies while traveling to over 40 countries, and his work has been covered in several leading publications. Greg's clients include Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Nike. He is also the host of The Greg McKeown Podcast, which has been ranked in the top five of all self-improvement podcasts and ranked top 10 in educational podcasts. In this week's episode, Greg discusses the following:  The concept of essentialism and its three parts: exploring what is essential, creating space to eliminate what is non-essential, and making it as effortless as possible to do what matters most Simple tests, such as the longevity and intergenerational tests, and other techniques to help you identify what is essential amongst competing priorities  Key mindset shifts that are necessary for living an essentialist life  The 85% rule, which embodies the idea that working in an optimal state – rather than at maximum, 10x intensity – will yield better, more sustainable results in the long run To learn more about Greg and access his resources, visit https://gregmckeown.com.  To learn more about The Mindset Game®, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

Chapter 1:Summary of Essentialism"Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown is a guide that emphasizes the importance of focusing on what truly matters in both personal and professional life. The central premise of the book is that by eliminating non-essential activities and focusing on the essential, individuals can lead more meaningful and productive lives.Here are some key concepts from the book:1. The Essentialist Mindset: Essentialism is about distinguishing between what is essential and what is not. It encourages readers to analyze their commitments and focus their energy on the things that truly matter.2. Trade-offs: McKeown highlights that life is full of trade-offs, and understanding these is crucial for prioritizing effectively. It's important to recognize that saying "yes" to one thing often means saying "no" to another.3. Explore, Eliminate, Execute: The author suggests a three-step process for adopting an essentialist approach: explore options to identify what is truly important, eliminate the unnecessary activities that distract from those priorities, and execute on the most essential tasks.4. Focus on the Vital Few: McKeown advocates for the "Pareto Principle" (80/20 rule), which suggests that a small percentage of efforts often lead to the majority of results. By concentrating on the vital few items that yield the most significant impact, one can enhance effectiveness.5. Create Space to Think: The book stresses the importance of creating time and space for reflection, allowing individuals to evaluate their priorities and make more intentional choices.6. Boundaries: Essentialism also involves setting boundaries to protect one's time and energy. This means being comfortable saying "no" to non-essential commitments and distractions.7. Design Your Life: McKeown encourages readers to take control of their lives by designing their daily routines and environments to support their essential priorities.Overall, "Essentialism" provides a framework for living a more focused and purposeful life, encouraging readers to pursue less but better, ultimately leading to greater satisfaction and achievement.Chapter 2:The Theme of Essentialism"Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown is a non-fiction book that explores the concept of essentialism—a mindset that encourages individuals to prioritize what is truly important in their lives and eliminate the non-essential. The book is structured around several key ideas and concepts rather than a traditional plot and character development typically found in fiction. Here are the key elements outlined in the book: Key Plot Points (Concepts)1. The Essence of Essentialism:- McKeown argues for a disciplined approach to life and work, where individuals focus on what is essential and discard the non-essential. This involves making intentional choices and recognizing that not everything is equally important.2. The Importance of Choice:- According to McKeown, recognizing that we have a choice is crucial. Many people fall into the trap of saying "yes" to everything, which leads to overwhelm and diluted efforts.3. The Power of Trade-Offs:- Life is full of trade-offs, and understanding that you cannot do everything allows you to make better decisions based on your values and long-term goals.4. The Essentialist Mindset:- Embracing an essentialist mindset involves being selective about commitments, being clear about purpose, and being disciplined in execution. This means learning to say no to good opportunities that do not align with one's priorities.5. The Process of Exploration:- McKeown encourages readers to explore their options and reflect on what truly brings value to their lives and work. This involves self-reflection and honest evaluation of...

Every Monday I bring you an author with a new book. But in my personal studies, I'm just as equally reading and rereading books from years past. Classics, in my opinion. In 2010, Greg McKeown published his book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, and it quickly became a classic. He became an instant guru on looking at our lives and our work and asking, “What is really essential?” I sat down with Greg and Tom Ziglar a few years back to understand essentialism better. You will hear, it is not about minimalism. It's more about making the right and best decisions. Putting decisions to extreme tests. Being in control. Greg says that in an emergency, “Everyone is an essentialist.” We get on task, on target, divest ourselves of non-necessities, and do what is most efficient, effective and successful. So can you really live every moment like that? Let's see. Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial Get 20% off your first probiotic membership order at pendulumlife.com/drivesyou Go to cozyearth.com/driven and use code DRIVEN for an exclusive 40% discount Use my promo code WHATDRIVESYOU for 10% off on any CleanMyMac's subscription plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Overwhelm to Calm: Redefining Your Holiday Season The holiday season often brings a whirlwind of activities, expectations, and societal pressures that can lead to feelings of overwhelm and stress. However, by embracing the concept of holiday essentialism, you can transform your experience into one that is joyful and fulfilling. This approach encourages you to focus on what truly brings you joy while letting go of obligations that do not serve you. Inspired by Greg McCowan's book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less," which encourages focusing on fewer but more meaningful activities, Tonya challenges listeners to ask themselves three key questions: What truly brings them joy during the holidays? What activities they do out of obligation? What memories they want to create? She discusses the societal expectations that can turn what should be a joyful time into a marathon of obligations. Tune in to discover how to shift your mindset and focus on what truly matters this holiday season, embracing the simple joys and calm instead of the chaos. Talking Points: 01:09 - Holiday Overwhelm and Societal Pressures 02:13 - Fear of Disappointing Others  04:36 - What is Essentialism? 05:39 - Question 1: What Truly Brings Me Joy? 06:34 - Question 2: What Am I Doing Just Because I Think I Have To? 07:50 - Question 3: What Memories Do I Want to Create? 08:33 - Shifting from Excess to Intention 09:55 - Editing Ruthlessly 14:06 - Mindfulness and Being Present 17:02 - Secret Santa and Charitable Giving 18:04 - Simplifying the Holidays 23:10 - Setting Boundaries for Social Commitments 24:03 - Prioritizing Connection Over Perfection 24:13 - Setting Intentions for the Holiday Season Quotes: "If holidays are not your thing, especially around this time of year, I challenge you to skip it altogether." "The shift in mindset with holiday essentialism is to move from access to intention and from pleasing others to cherishing moments." "Just because you've done something for years doesn't mean you have to continue doing it." "The holidays are not a performance and you don't have to be performative." "Shed the souffle. Seriously, let her go. You don't need to do it." "What people remember is how you made them feel." Useful  Resources: Click HERE for my FREE Calm Meditation  Click HERE to join the Membership  Click HERE for a FREE download  Click HERE to sign up for our newsletter, The Edit   Connect with Self-Image Coach Tonya Leigh: Click HERE to follow our Instagram Click HERE to visit our website Click HERE to visit our Facebook group Click HERE to follow our TikTok Click HERE to subscribe to our YouTube channel  

Essentialism, at its core, is the belief that everything has its place but not every place is for everything; everything has its own characteristics that make it what it is. This philosophy urges us to accept and embrace everything that makes us unique, and in Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, Greg McKeown invites us to focus on what matters and cut out all the rest. We use Greg's book as source material for this episode, and to begin, returning guest Dr. Ben Hechler shares his thoughts on the book's overarching premise. We unpack the many things that unnecessarily take up our time, how setting goals allows you to refocus on what's really important, tips for creating a more balanced life that prioritizes your interests, and go deep to explore the paradox of success or being liked. We end with a reminder that you can't please everyone—you will always have both lovers and haters—and Dr. Hechler shares helpful advice for setting boundaries and taking ownership of the things that matter to you.   Key Points From This Episode:Why we've used Essentialism by Greg McKeown as the foundation of today's episode.Dr. Ben Hechler's thoughts on the book's premise. Unpacking the many frivolous things that stick in our minds and take up our time. How ascertaining your goal will release you from many mental distractions. The balancing act, and whether a work-life balance is achievable or a myth.Love maps, and other tips for balancing all areas of your life.The paradox of success or in Dr. Hechler's terms, the paradox of being liked.  Why you can't please everyone, and how to set boundaries and take ownership. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/ Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less — https://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/ Safe People — amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310345790 AAOMS — https://www.aaoms.org/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

In this 255th episode of Monday Morning Pep Talk, I'm diving deep into one of my most impactful guiding principles: “High performance starts with elimination.” As @MatthewMcConaughey wisely said, achieving extraordinary results isn't about doing more—it's about choosing less with intention. This approach is what sets those who make incremental progress apart from those who achieve exponential growth. Over time, I've discovered that success doesn't come from cramming your schedule or tackling every opportunity. Real success lies in freeing yourself from low-value activities to create a laser focus on what truly matters. In this episode, I reveal how the “less is more” philosophy can revolutionize your business and life. Before we dive into today's call, I want to remind you of my professional purpose: to help you, the full-service, full-fee Advisor, optimize productivity and become the best version of yourself. Why? “Because Happy Advisors Sell More Real Estate.” My aim is to teach you how to navigate daily challenges and opportunities effectively. Listen to this as if you're in a one-on-one coaching session with me. Today, we'll explore five key areas where applying “elimination” can jumpstart or maintain the momentum needed to excel as an ELP and super-achiever. These areas include: 1. Prune Your CRM: Remove low-value contacts to focus on your most promising leads. 2. Remove Low Impact, High Cost Items: Identify and cut initiatives that don't deliver high ROI. 3. Declutter Your Environment: Create a workspace that promotes productivity and clarity. 4. Eliminate Unproductive Habits: Take small steps to replace negative patterns with supportive ones. 5. Clean Up Your Current Pipeline – Inventory Management: Assess your clients and listings to streamline your efforts and maximize results. Each of these steps is designed to help you “right size” your life and business so you can Fly Light. Protect the progress you make by setting strong boundaries and making decisive choices. Remember, every decision impacts your energy and focus, and as a “happy advisor who sells more real estate,” those decisions are crucial. As @GregMcKeown teaches in Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, success isn't about doing everything—it's about focusing on the right things. Simplify your priorities, set clear boundaries, and craft a life and business that aligns with purpose and impact. Email me at jim@askjimmiller.com to subscribe for more resources, insights, and weekly coaching. Visit my website at www.askjimmiller.com for additional content and updates. If the content becomes overwhelming or no longer serves you, you can unsubscribe anytime.

Episode Summary: In this solo episode, Greg marks the tenth anniversary of his influential book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less." Reflecting on a decade of impact, Greg shares anecdotes from readers and companies that have embraced the core principles of focusing on what truly matters while eliminating the non-essential. Greg recounts how "Essentialism" has inspired individuals like Banks Benitez, CEO of Uncharted, to reimagine their approach to work and life. Benitez transformed his company by adopting a four-day workweek, thereby boosting productivity and employee satisfaction. Greg highlights the profound influence Essentialism has had across the globe, citing stories of personal transformation and corporate innovation. He also emphasizes his commitment to maintaining an ad-free podcast experience, illustrating his dedication to providing value without distractions. Key Takeaways: Reflect on a Decade: Greg celebrates ten years of "Essentialism," acknowledging its global impact on personal and professional growth. Transformative Stories: Acknowledges stories like Banks Benitez, who used essentialism to revolutionize his work culture, reducing workweeks while maintaining high productivity. Continued Relevance: Emphasizes the growing importance and relevance of essentialism in today's world filled with countless distractions and demands. Invitation to Engage: Encourages listeners to participate in the essentialism ecosystem by exploring resources like the Essentialism Academy and the free "Less But Better" course. Notable Quotes: "It's not about being lazy... it's about having a much higher return on the effort that you do put in." "To me, a book is a portal. It can take a reader, a listener, places and times they have never been." Join my weekly newsletter. Learn more about my books and courses. Join The Essentialism Academy. Follow me on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, and YouTube.

Join us on Branding with Becks today for a solo episode all about Essentialism and 3 Tips for a Focused Calendar! We're diving into the book, "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown and sharing tips to prioritize and minimize your to do list. Get 40% off Magic Mind here! Use code: BECKSLT40

We finally wrap up the book Essentialism, ending in part 4 which holds many important things to consider. This part is about execution, specifically, the essential parts of life that we have defined. ⁠⁠⁠Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scribd (one month free)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mind Castle is where Reagan and Austin discuss how to develop their optimal selves, be productive, and discuss the lessons they're learning from what they're reading. New episodes when we get around to it.

We finally wrap up the book Essentialism, ending in part 4 which holds many important things to consider. This part is about execution, specifically, the essential parts of life that we have defined. ⁠⁠⁠Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Scribd (one month free)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Austin's YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mind Castle is where Reagan and Austin discuss how to develop their optimal selves, be productive, and discuss the lessons they're learning from what they're reading. New episodes when we get around to it.

If you've ever felt overworked, over-committed and overloaded, listen to this episode! We explore how we can do less, but do better in every area of our lives by embracing the practice of “essentialism”.  Our guest is leadership and business strategist Greg McKeown, author of the New York Times bestseller, "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less".  His website is https://gregmckeown.com/ Ritual's clinically-backed Essential For Women 18+ multivitamin has high-quality, traceable key ingredients in clean, bioavailable forms.  It's gentle on an empty stomach with a minty essence that helps make taking your multi-vitamin enjoyable. Our Nobody Told Me listeners! Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/NTM.  Start Ritual or add Essential for Women 18+ to your subscription today. Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business.  With Shopify's single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere.  Businesses that sell more, sell on Shopify!  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/nobody  

In this episode of the 10x Growth Strategies Podcast, host Preethy Padmanabhan discusses the book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown with Amanda Heyman, Managing Partner at Tundra Ventures. They delve into the key ideas from the book exploring the importance of living by design rather than by default. Amanda shares her personal journey and career highlights, emphasizing the need to focus on what truly matters. They discuss the four steps to developing an essentialist mindset: explore, eliminate, and execute, and how to make effective trade-offs in life. Amanda provides practical insights on managing cognitive load, protecting personal energy, and creating intentional systems for success. 00:00 Introduction to Essentialism 01:25 Meet Amanda Heyman: Career Journey 04:03 Amanda's Venture into Startups 06:20 Founding Tundra Ventures 09:12 Discussing the Book 'Essentialism' 13:15 Applying Essentialism in Life 21:40 Personal Systems and Adaptability 24:36 Balancing Multiple Interests 25:31 The Paradox of Success 28:46 Developing Essentialism 35:24 Making Trade-Offs 40:22 Embracing Boredom and Reflection 44:06 Final Insights and Conclusion

       Welcome to Brunch with the Branches! Today's drink is Thomas' try at actually making a cocktail! He's giving us a Raspberry Lemonade Tequila Splash, made with fresh raspberries , Milo's Lemonade, a little bit of Simple Syrup, & Teremana Tequila. Kim shared that planning a Mother / Daughters Trip to New York and hearing the excitement in her mom and sister's voices is what is bringing her joy. Thomas provided the recommendation for the day, a book titled Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown. Thomas and Kim introduced the main topic, which is a combination recap of all the topics previously discussed through out this season. But before they dive into the main topic, the two have fun with a quick drinking game  [14:57] The two discuss the topic of dating emotionally unavailable people in order to make you feel better about your emotional availability [33:08] They then discuss the political scene we're currently in, and they remind us that our vote does count.[52:00] Thomas announces the contest brunch spot contest, and explains the rules! [1:06:53] The couple gives their socials [1:08:26] and thanks their followers for sticking with them for another season! Kim gives the toast [1:09:00] and it's a wrap on Season 5!   Follow us at:   Thomas IG: @rcandyman850 and Twitter: @RCandyman Kim: IG: @Kimberly.branch.56 and Twitter: @BranchKimberly Podcast's IG: @brunchwtbranchspod and Twitter: @BrunchBranchPod

In this insightful episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark deeply dive into Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown. This essential guidebook challenges listeners to rethink their approach to success by focusing on what truly matters and eliminating the non-essential from their lives.In the INTRO clip, Greg McKeown introduces the idea of “less but better.” He explains how success can paradoxically lead to failure when we become overcommitted. He emphasizes the importance of being selective and disciplined to avoid burnout and maintain long-term impact.In the Less but Better segment, McKeown delves further into the disciplined pursuit of less, stressing that success is not about doing more but the right things. He highlights the paradox of success, where achieving results can lead to the temptation of taking on too much, ultimately diluting effectiveness.The Productivity Game adds practical insights in Essential Tips, offering simple yet powerful habits you can apply today. These habits align with Moonshots Podcast themes, including prioritization, focus, and saying "no" to distractions.In the OUTRO, the Productivity Game underscores the importance of trade-offs and learning to let go. Using examples from Warren Buffett and Herb Kelleher, the podcast highlights the benefits of making strategic decisions and the powerful impact of saying "no" to opportunities that don't align with your core goals.Key Links:Listen to the episode Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessYouTube video: Essentialism - The Disciplined Pursuit of LessBook summary or related reading: Essentialism by Greg McKeown - SummaryThrough engaging discussion and actionable insights, this episode of the Moonshots Podcast will help you streamline your life and focus on what's essential. Applying the principles of essenEssentialism can regain control over your time, make deliberate trade-offs, and honestly pursue less but better.Become a member and support the show: Patreon Membership. Thanks to our monthly supporters Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Margy Diana Bastianelli Andy Pilara ola Fred Fox Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Antonio Candia Mike Leigh Cooper Daniela Wedemeier Corey LaMonica Smitty Laura KE Denise findlay Krzysztof Diana Bastianelli Roar Nikolay Ytre-Eide Stef Roger von Holdt Jette Haswell Marco Silva venkata reddy Dirk Breitsameter Ingram Casey Nicoara Talpes rahul grover Evert van de Plassche Ravi Govender Craig Lindsay Steve Woollard Lasse Brurok Deborah Spahr Barbara Samoela Christian Jo Hatchard Kalman Cseh Berg De Bleecker Paul Acquaah MrBonjour Sid Liza Goetz Konnor Ah kuoi Marjan Modara Dietmar Baur Nils Weigelt Bob Nolley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1435: Nir Eyal highlights the power of leveraging personal freedom in your business by ensuring it serves you, not the other way around. He shares practical tips on how to create systems that help automate tasks, delegate effectively, and prioritize work that aligns with your goals, ultimately allowing you to live a more balanced and fulfilled life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/why-you-should-run-your-business/ Quotes to ponder: "Instead of being enslaved by your business, you should make it work for you. The goal is not to work more but to work smarter." "The freedom to choose your work and how you do it is one of the greatest luxuries of running a business." "Systems are the key to scaling your business without losing your sanity." Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 Atomic Habits: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-Proven-Build-Break/dp/0735211299 The E-Myth Revisited: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl welcomes Greg McKeown, the author of two New York Times bestsellers “Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most”, and “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less,” one of Carl's favorite books. In this episode of 50 Fires, Greg and Carl discuss the concept of creating possibilities beyond money and why lack of capital should never be the thing that holds us back from doing something that we really want to do. Greg explains his philosophy that in any endeavor, starting small and building momentum is the key to building something that's truly meaningful and sustainable, demonstrating the power of vision and determination over financial constraints. Email List: Sign up at https://www.50fires.com/ for our monthly email with resources for financial advisors!  Follow 50 Fires on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50firespod/ Please direct business inquires to: blindnilaudio@magnolia.com Cover Art: Josh Passler - TheFinArtist.com Music Credits:  Alexandra Woodward / Rabbit Reggae / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Cody Francis / Wherever You're Going / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solocast, Dr. Dennis Hartlieb shares his thoughts from a recent podcast he enjoyed, featuring Greg McKeown's book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less."Dr. Hartlieb emphasizes the importance of prioritizing what truly matters in our lives, and that saying yes to one thing often means saying no to something else, potentially at the expense of our health, wellness, and family time.For a video version of the interview, highlights and more, check out⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our blog post⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Dr. Dennis Hartlieb and the DOT Team! Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. | Follow us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. | Learn about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠becoming a DOT Member⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Most boutique firms strive to raise more funds and stay ahead of market trends. But they lack one key ingredient that the bigs have in their back pockets– behavioral finance expertise. Today, Brendan Frazier, Chief Behavioral Officer of the $4B RIA platform RFG Advisory, is here to level the playing field.  Listen in as he and Stacy discuss: The unique challenges boutiques face when raising capital How to tap into the human psyche to raise more funds and land more meetingsA behavioral finance deep dive: why certain sales tactics hit different for small shopsHow your fear of hearing ‘no' could be sabotaging your firm's growth   About Brendan Frazier: Brendan Frazier is the Chief Behavioral Officer at RFG and the host of The Human Side of Money podcast, where he helps advisors and their clients master the emotional and psychological side of money. After starting his career as a consultant to financial advisors around the country, he started his own advisory business and was twice named one of Investopedia's Top 100 Financial Advisors in the U.S. Most recently, he built a global training platform for financial advisors to develop the behavioral, psychological, and emotional skill set required to serve clients at the highest level. When he's not diving into the latest behavior and psychology research, he is spending time with his wife, Shannon, and two sons, Brooks and Shepherd. And, he welcomes all unsolicited advice on how to successfully raise two boys.Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Songs: Tyler Hubbard - Dancin' In The Country (Official Music Video)Books: You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters by Kate Murphy,  Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown  - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership

“Sometimes what you don't do is just as important as what you do.” ― Greg McKeown, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less Monday Motivation Newsletter: https://www.eddiepinero.com/newsletter Free Ebook: www.eddiepinero.com/ebook  YouTube: www.eddiepinero.com/youtube  In this episode, Eddie Pinero delves into the transformative power of courage and its pivotal role in personal growth. Discover how one bold action can change your life, creating space for experimentation and new opportunities. Eddie discusses the importance of aligning your actions with your true self and cutting away excess distractions. He emphasizes the courage needed to face the disconnect between your current actions and your aspirations, encouraging you to push forward and achieve your dreams. Tune in to learn how to harness courage and move boldly towards your goals.

Leadership strategist, business speaker, podcaster, and author Greg McKeown (New York Times bestsellers Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less and Effortless: Make It Easier To Do What Matters Most) writes about ideas and strategies that explain, at least in part, why some break through to the next level while others don't. His philosophy, "Essentialism," is all about recognizing what's truly important--what matters most, then prioritizing it, and cutting out the rest. Greg's ideas apply not just in the workplace but also in personal life, offering a helpful framework for every important decision. If you've got decision fatigue, this 2021 conversation Guy had with Greg is the perfect motivator.

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3183: Explore the essential strategies for high achievement with Jay Harrington's insights from "To Accomplish Big Things, Think Big, but Act Small." This episode delves into the power of setting clear goals, discerning essential priorities, and executing small, consistent actions that compound over time to yield significant results. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/accomplish-big-things-think-big-act-small Quotes to ponder: "The thing is, incremental daily progress (negative or positive) is what actually causes transformation. A figurative drip, drip, drip." "Essentialism is not about how to get more things done; it's about how to get the right things done." "It is not enough to be busy. So are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?" Episode references: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Stanley came to Banzai in 2019 with over 10 years of SaaS onboarding, training, implementation, consulting, e-Learning, customer success, adoption and support experience. When Rachel joined Banzai, Customer Success was the only customer-facing job function.  Since then, Rachel has added Onboarding, Support and Customer Marketing successfully creating a Customer Experience organization that has driven best-in-industry customer satisfaction and grown Banzai's Net Retention Rate (NRR) significantly. Rachel is passionate about building high functioning teams that consistently hit their objectives. Previously, Rachel has held roles at Amazon and ACS Technologies. Rachel lives in the Seattle area.   Questions · Now, we always like to give our guests an opportunity to share a little bit about their journey. So, could you share with our listeners, how it is that you got from where you were to where you are today? · Now, could you tell our listeners a little bit about Banzai and what you guys do? · Banzai focus is really on events and your target is really your marketers are your customers. What would you say are some of your customers main pain points? How is it that you're able to overcome some of those and successfully have a high retention rate because ideally, that's what all organizations aim for, to keep the customers that they have for a lifetime. · Now, seeing that you've been in the Customer Success space for quite some time now, what are some of the emerging trends that you are seeing in the Customer Success space that you believe if that trend continues in a positive way will help to enhance customer experience? · Now, Rachel, can you also share with us what's the one online tool, resource, website or application that you absolutely cannot live without in your business? · Could you also share with us maybe one or two books that you've read, it could be a book that you read recently, or even one that you read a very long time ago, but it has had a great impact on you, and maybe even your development and just your continued growth? · Could you also share with our listeners, what's the one thing that is going on in your life right now that you are really excited about? Either something you're working on to develop yourself or your people. · Now, our listeners would have tapped into this episode, and they're quite intrigued with you, Rachel and they'd like to know how they can reach out to you online where can they find you online? · Now, before we wrap our episodes up, we always like to ask our guests if you have a quote or a saying maybe something that you revert to or use if during times of adversity or challenge, this quote kind of helps to just get you back on track or get you back refocused. Do you have one of those? Highlights  Rachel's Journey Me: Now, we always like to give our guests an opportunity to share a little bit about their journey. So, could you share with our listeners, how it is that you got from where you were to where you are today?   Rachel shared that beginning of her career, she was actually an office manager for many years and an Executive Assistant. So, her customer base was very internal. And then she took the opportunity at ACS Technologies to apply for, she was an Executive Assistant office manager and applied for a onboarding, like specialist or an onboarding role. And so, that was her introduction into customer facing. And from there, it just kind of took off. She went from onboarding to an actual, like implementation consultants, than she ended up leading that team. And so, they mainly focus on training and implementation professional services.  And then coming into Banzai, was really when she wanted to break into customer success, it was still kind of new back then, it's really developed over the years. But at Banzai in the last five years, she's just grown so much, thankfully, there's so many resources like this podcast out there that really explore all the areas of customer experience. So, at Banzai, like Yanique just said, it basically grew from customer success, and then added onboarding and adoption and support and customer marketing has been the latest addition.   About Rachel's Company – Banzai Me: Now, could you tell our listeners a little bit about Banzai and what you guys do?   Rachel shared that Banzai is a Mar Tech company. So, they're all about providing tools that give marketers data. And so, right now, their products are mostly event focused, they have a webinar platform, and then a platform/service that drives registrations to field marketing events. But they are this year is really exciting and they're looking at a bunch of different acquisitions that they're mainly focused on how to provide data to marketers. So, they have visions of becoming a platform that has a tonne of tools for marketers to become a Banzai customer. So, for her this year, cross sell is a big focus.    Strategies for Enhancing Customer Retention in Event Marketing Me: So, Banzai focus is really on events, as you said, and your target is really your marketers are your customers. What would you say are some of your customers main pain points? How is it that you're able to overcome some of those and as I mentioned when I was reading your bio, successfully have a high retention rate because ideally, that's what all organizations aim for, to keep the customers that they have for a lifetime.   Rachel shared that she'll specifically talk about their webinar platform customers, because that's the bulk of their business at the moment. So, the problem they often come to them, she would say most have already at least started a webinar programme, some customers are just starting but their main segment or ICP (Ideal Customer Profile) is mid-market, so most of them have done a webinar programme before but it's been clunky, they feel like their other platform wasn't engaging, and they didn't know how to prove the ROI of their webinar platform.  And so, what they really focus on is, thankfully, their platform is super easy, super clean, and all of that. So, they obviously want to make sure they use all of the features, all of the engaging features to help their audience engage more, but then they also point out all the data they have on the back end that helps them prove the ROI. And so, since their customers are marketers, they're obviously, most of their objectives are providing MQLs (Marketing Qualified Lead) and things like that.  And so, things like their focus rate, like being able to see who was the most engaged in a webinar really can provide like a lead score for them, and then push people over to sales and provide MQLs. And so, that's really where she thinks instead of just kind of letting them just get on the webinar platform and just run a webinar, they're really focused on how to improve the webinar, how to make it more engaging, and how to deliver the data that helps them move those prospects to the next stage of the opportunity.   Emerging Trends to Enhance Customer Success Now, seeing that you've been in the Customer Success space for quite some time now, what are some of the emerging trends that you are seeing in the Customer Success space that you believe if that trend continues in a positive way will help to enhance customer's experience…..generally speaking?   Rachel shared that that's a great question. She thinks internally, like the trend that we're all kind of looked at and focusing on is AI. And so, how can we utilize AI? And she thinks all of us, especially people that work in customer experience, we tend to all really care about people, like we have a lot of empathy, there's definitely like a persona.  And so, she thinks there's some concern in the AI space that like we don't want to be replaced by robots, or probably any function is worried about that. And so, she's trying to learn as much as she can about AI and explore different tools and how it's being implemented. And what she thinks is, we really need to lean into how AI can help us be more efficient, but not replace us, like how can AI free up more of our time to focus on our customers and make sure they're getting the most value out of our product or service?  And so, what she's seeing right now, like with support is, AI can help find an answer quicker, or kind of write a draft of a response to a customer, instead of just like, automatically sending a response to a customer like we've all had the experience of calling in, and they're like asking you to say and it's a robot, like asking you to say what your problem is, and you end up kind of screaming at the phone asking to talk to a representative. That's not the experience she wants for their customers.  And so, what they're leaning into is more like internal efficiencies and she thinks what that allows, it's good for morale, too, because freeing up time allows people to lean into their sweet spots and what they're passionate about, and what she's seeing with CSM (Customer Service Management) specifically is allowing them to spend more time on things like a QBR or just checking in on a customer or joining one of their webinars, things like that. And so, she thinks that's a positive that if we can keep freeing up more time, then that's a trend she wants to continue to lean into.   App, Website or Tool that Rachel Absolutely Can't Live Without in Her Business When asked about an online resource that she cannot live without, Rachel shared that Intercom for them, that's the tool they use for their Support Chat. It also allows them to do like in app pop ups, it could be anything from like a banner announcement to a survey, or announcing a feature release, things like that. It's what allows them to provide fast 24/7 support. For us a webinar, they have customers around the world, and they believe 24/7 support is essential because if something's wrong, it's super stressful in the moment, like, imagine if this podcast was live and there's a technical difficulty. So, Intercom is what allows them to do that and what allows their customer marketing to advertise things, but it's also like how they do like in app onboarding like a product tour when new customers initially joined. So, it's an essential tool for them.   Books that Have Had the Biggest Impact on Rachel  When asked about books that have had a great impact, Rachel shared that over like the Christmas and New Year's break, she read two books that have really kind of framed a theme for her this year. And it's Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown and The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn't, and Get Stuff Done by Kendra Adachi. And both of them aren't necessarily like business books. So, she likes books like that, that you can apply to your personal life and to work. And they kind of have a similar theme and actually though, she read The Lazy Genius Way first, and in that book, or maybe it's her podcast, but she recommended Essentialism.  She said, she reads it reads it once a year and basically Essentialism talks all about doing less but better. And The Lazy Genius Way, her tagline is “being a genius about the things that matter, and lazy about the things that don't.” And so, going into this year with her team, she's just really been talking about like an essentialist mindset. And it goes back to even her original customer facing days of training where she talked a lot about first you focus on what's essential, then what's important, then what's helpful, like when training the customer, and she thinks they can apply that with their own workload, like her team's job is never done, there's always something they could be doing more and better and they get a lot thrown at them. And so, to help with overwhelm and burnout, then focus on okay, but what's essential, like what's essential today, what's essential this quarter for them to hit their objectives and their goals? And it's really been helpful for her personally, and for every member of her team.    What Rachel is Really Excited About Now! When asked about something that she's really excited about, Rachel shared that at the risk of repeating herself, it really is essentialism, even in her personal life, she's trying to just shed doubt, like even parenting, it's kind of like a minimalist in a way but a little bit different. So, she's trying to simplify her life and really focus on the things that are going to make the biggest difference like personally, she's trying to exercise more and eat less sugar like things like that that are essential. And then at work, she's really been focused on like picking the three things that she has to do, like the most essential things in a day and trying to let go of creating a to do list that's 20 things long and feeling like she failed when she didn't do it at the end of the day.   Me: That's a good one. She shared that which is definitely her old way of operating and so ending the day feeling successful is way better.   Me: I agree, especially if psychologically you've conditioned your mind that if the list is smaller and definitely you've done in chunks and more manageable, then it makes it more realistic and provides you with a better transition from day to day, because as you said, you don't feel like you have failed and you feel successful going into the next day.    Where Can We Find Rachel Online  LinkedIn – Rachel Stanley Website – www.banzai.io   Quote or Saying that During Times of Adversity Rachel Uses When asked about a quote or saying that she tends to revert to, Rachel shared that she's going to stick to kind of the theme of the last few questions and because she really does go back to the two quotes of the books she mentioned. Because her biggest weakness is more being a perfectionist and an overachiever. So, “Do less but better.” and basically, “Be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don't.” It's okay to be lazy.   Me: I love it. Well, Rachel, thank you so much for taking time and coming on our podcast and sharing all of these great insights, sharing about your company, Banzai and also about customer success, and some of the trends as it relates to AI that you believe should continue definitely to free up people's time. As well as what you're working on as you're going forward. So, we just want to extend our deepest gratitude to you.   Please connect with us on Twitter @navigatingcx and also join our Private Facebook Community – Navigating the Customer Experience and listen to our FB Lives weekly with a new guest   Links •     Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown •     The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn't, and Get Stuff Done by Kendra Adachi    The ABC's of a Fantastic Customer Experience Grab the Freebie on Our Website – TOP 10 Online Business Resources for Small Business Owners  Do you want to pivot your online customer experience and build loyalty - get a copy of “The ABC's of a Fantastic Customer Experience.” The ABC's of a Fantastic Customer Experience provides 26 easy to follow steps and techniques that helps your business to achieve success and build brand loyalty. 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David DeSanto is the chief product officer of GitLab, which is the largest remote-only company in the world. They share many of their team meetings on YouTube, and they've grown from being an open-source code management product competing with GitHub to a multi-product platform that covers security, compliance, continuous integration, project management, and deployment tools, many of which are infused with AI magic. In our conversation, we discuss:• How GitLab operationalizes transparency• The philosophy behind recording and sharing team meetings on YouTube• Their extensive public employee handbook• GitLab's core value of having “short toes”• Challenges and advice for doing remote work well• Strategies for ensuring effective communication in a remote work environment• GitLab's breadth-over-depth strategy• The company's unique approach to AI• The value of using humor in high-stakes conversations—Brought to you by:• Orb—The flexible billing engine for modern pricing• Eppo—Run reliable, impactful experiments• Paragon—Ship every SaaS integration your customers want—Find the transcript at: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-gitlab-way—Where to find David DeSanto:• X: https://twitter.com/david_desanto• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddesanto/• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@david.the.beard—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) David's background(04:20) Maintaining an epic beard(05:29) Why GitLab publicly shares team meetings(09:49) The GitLab Handbook(11:30) GitLab's issue tracker(14:29) How to successfully build a culture of transparency(18:11) Benefits of operating with transparency(19:55) The value of building in public(21:53) How GitLab implements their core value of kindness(25:16) What it means to have “short toes”(27:41) Other core values(32:16) Common reasons for not fitting in at GitLab(34:42) Advice for remote teams(42:04) Advice for getting into product(43:52) Advice for PMs who are struggling in a remote world(48:25) Specific tools that help with remote work(53:13) Time zones and remote work(57:18) Breadth-over-depth strategy(01:04:14) AI at GitLab(01:13:11) GitLab's products and solutions(01:14:54) Lightning round—Referenced:• GitLab: https://about.gitlab.com/• UX Showcase—David DeSanto introduction to UX team and AMA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEdsmnVKNj4• The GitLab Handbook: https://handbook.gitlab.com/• Sid Sijbrandij on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sijbrandij/• Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/• GitLab issues: https://docs.gitlab.com/ee/user/project/issues/• Salesforce: https://www.salesforce.com/• GitLab values: https://handbook.gitlab.com/handbook/values• GitLab organizational structure: https://handbook.gitlab.com/handbook/company/structure• GitLab direction: https://about.gitlab.com/direction/• Dogfooding: A simple practice to help you build better products: https://medium.com/agileinsider/dogfooding-a-simple-practice-to-help-you-build-better-products-b5954af4d5f7• The ultimate guide to adding a PLG motion | Hila Qu (Reforge, GitLab): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-ultimate-guide-to-adding-a-plg• Zigging vs. zagging: How HubSpot built a $30B company | Dharmesh Shah (co-founder/CTO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/lessons-from-30-years-of-building• HubSpot: https://www.hubspot.com/• Crossing the Chasm: Marketing and Selling Disruptive Products to Mainstream Customers: https://www.amazon.com/Crossing-Chasm-3rd-Disruptive-Mainstream/dp/0062292986• Geoffrey Moore on finding your beachhead, crossing the chasm, and dominating a market: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/geoffrey-moore-on-finding-your-beachhead-crossing-the-chasm-and-dominating-a-market/• Open-core model: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open-core_model• GitLab Duo: https://about.gitlab.com/gitlab-duo/• GitLab Docs: https://docs.gitlab.com/• Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/• GitLab Acquires UnReview to Expand Its DevOps Platform with Machine Learning Capabilities: https://about.gitlab.com/press/releases/2021-06-02-gitlab-acquires-unreview-machine-learning-capabilities/• Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382• The Mission Critical Core/Context Model for Product Managers: https://secretpmhandbook.com/the-mission-critical-corecontext-model-for-product-managers/• The Devil's Hour on AppleTV+: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-devils-hour/umc.cmc.3zw4tyzd4lvor5mwhujms63x3• Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81458416• Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/TAYLOR-SWIFT-ERAS-EXTENDED-VERSION/dp/B0CP99SN2B• The STAR method: https://capd.mit.edu/resources/the-star-method-for-behavioral-interviews/• Artifact News: https://artifact.news/• Superhuman: https://superhuman.com/• Arc browser: https://arc.net/• An inside look at how The Browser Company builds product: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/competing-with-giants-an-inside-look—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. 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In this conversation, Katie speaks with Greg McKeown, renowned author of "Essentialism" and "Effortless". Greg, a maverick in various aspects of life, has forged his own path in personal and professional realms. His approach to life and business is unconventional yet remarkably effective, reflected in his visionary actions and decisions. Throughout our discussion, Greg shares insights into the arduous process of writing a book, offering valuable guidance and solutions, which have profoundly impacted my perspective. We delve into his personal experiences, successes, and failures, exploring better strategies and questioning norms in pursuit of extraordinary outcomes.Key Takeaways from this episode: Greg shares amazing principles from his books "Essentialism" and "Effortless"He has carved his own path in life, business, and family, embodying a maverick spirit in his approach.The conversation delves into the challenges of writing a book, with Greg providing valuable insights and solutions that have reshaped perspectives and approaches.Join The “Now” Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletterAbout Greg McKeown:Greg McKeown has dedicated his professional life to uncovering counterintuitive ways to be very successful–without burning out. In this pursuit he has written two New York Times bestsellers, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less”, which has sold over one million copies and been voted by Goodreads as “The #1 Leadership and Success Book to Read in a Lifetime” and “Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most”. Together they have been published in 37 languages. McKeown did his Masters of Business Administration at Stanford's Graduate School of Business, his Global Leadership and Public Policy certificate at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government and is currently doing doctoral research at the University of Cambridge.Connect with Greg:www.gregmckeown.comhttps://gregmckeown.com/books/essentialism/https://gregmckeown.com/books/effortless/About Katie Richardson:Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.Connect with Katie:Website: https://katierichardson.com/CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creatorApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280Spoti

We're very excited to welcome back our guest on this episode, bestselling author Greg McKeown. Greg is a highly respected leadership and business strategist and author of the New York Times bestseller, "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less". That book explored how we can do less, but do better in every area of our lives by embracing the practice of “essentialism”. Greg's newest book is another New York Times bestseller. It's called, "Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most".  His website is https://gregmckeown.com/about/

Brought to you by AG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement, Helix Sleep premium mattresses, and Momentous high-quality supplements.Greg McKeown (@GregoryMcKeown) is the author of two New York Times bestsellers Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, and Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most. Together they have sold more than two million copies in 37 languages. He is also a speaker, host of The Greg McKeown Podcast and founder of The Essentialism Academy with students from 96 countries. More than 175,000 people have signed up to his 1-Minute Wednesday newsletter.He is currently doing a doctorate at The University of Cambridge, and he is easily one of my favorite thinkers on all things related to effectiveness, efficiency, and—at the end of the day—quality of life. Originally from London, England, Greg and his wife, Anna, are parents to four children.Please enjoy!This episode is brought to you by Helix Sleep! 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We're taking the last few week's of the year to revisit a few of our favorite and most impactful episodes. We invite you to ease into the new year considering what you can do to make it the best one yet; and we're sure episodes like this one will help you do just that!  Have you ever felt like you have so many things to do and EVERYTHING is a priority? Do you find yourself saying yes to every invitation, thus leaving yourself with little time to do the things that really matter most? If you've ever felt overcommitted, overworked, or overwhelmed- this episode is for you! This week we're chatting about Essentialism- the deliberate practice of saying no and focusing only on what is truly important. Essentialism isn't about getting more done in less time. It's not about getting less done. It's about getting only the right things done!! In this episode we discuss:How to adopt the way of the Essentialist for a better quality of lifeUnderstanding the Essentialist approach Ways to effectively and gracefully say “No!”And much more!This week's gem: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeownWatch video on YoutubeHit our Homegirl Hotline…we'd love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-0167 for advice, to share the things you're proud of, or any gems you think we'd enjoy. Join us in Belize May 3-7, 2024 for the She Connects: Unlocking Sisterhood Retreat. Book your spot now! Support us on Patreon | Get Bravado bonus content + special discounts!Shop our Merch here!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-black-girl-bravado1502/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy