We can learn numerous life lessons from those who came before us. By evaluating our own lives and challenges, we discover age-proof principles that enhance our quality of life, reduce stress, and boost overall well-being. These lessons become increasingly relevant and effective as we age. We also gain inspiration from those individuals and businesses that demonstrate the importance and benefits of applying these principles.

In this podcast, we cover five of those fundamental principles: adaptability and resilience, relationships, continuous learning, self-reflection and gratitude. These lifelong principles remain timeless and invaluable. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/life-lessons Get our free weekly articles & podcasts here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:36 - Adaptability and Resilience 05:12 - Building Relationships 07:48 - Continuous Learning and Personal Growth 11:02 - Self Reflection and Awareness 13:27 - Practicing Gratitude and Mindfulness 15:41 - Applying the 5 Key Principles 18:18 - Thank You and How to Connect

In this podcast episode, we delve into the profound impact of supportive relationships on creativity and innovation. By examining the roles of friendships, mentorships, and partnerships, we uncover how these connections provide the essential emotional and intellectual encouragement needed for creative thinking. We talk about the value of supportive relationships, keeping our eyes open for the right type of relationships and giving support to activities that fuel hope.

My husband Greg joins me in talking about this important subject of not only as one who is supported by these relationships but also as a supportive cast. Both are extremely important in the give and take of these supportive relationships that fuel creativity and drive innovation. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/supportive-relationships Get weekly articles here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Relationships and Creativity 06:10 - Historical Examples of Supportive Relationships 08:10 - Getting Unstuck 11:39 - Finding the Right Type of Relationships 13:49 - Importance of a Support Group 20:51 - Ideas to Fuel Hope 29:11 - Wrapping Up 31:40 - Thank You for Joining Us

“Showing up” has taken on different forms with the explosion of remote work and flexible lifestyles. Expectations are all over the map, especially with younger workers. John Neral has a background of showing up every day for work as a middle-school math teacher for over 12 years, then coaching coaches in public schools and ultimately making the leap to start his own coaching practice. He then was pro-active to become a Certified Coach with over 360 hours of training.

The principle of “showing up” is more valuable than ever in today’s economic climate with so many choosing remote work or answering the question “What’s Next?” We discuss some of the showing up strategies and what it takes to change direction mid-career. You can reach John at https://johnneral.com or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnneral/ Get our weekly articles, podcasts and downloads here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 1:30 - John Neral - Showing Up 6:20 - Transitioning from a Career to Entrepreneurship 15:30 - Career Lessons Learned 19:21 - Understanding Algorithms 20:23 - Unique Coaching Qualities 25:06 - Showing Up in Your Career 29:48 - Advice for Young Entrepreneurs 31:50 - Knowing Your Audience 32:53 - How to Connect with John 34:09 - One Word of Advice 36:09 - Outro

On one of our camp outings when I was a young attentive girl scout, we took a magnifying glass and held it just right in the sun to attempt to fry an egg. I don’t actually remember if the egg ever got firm enough to eat, but it taught us the power of sunlight in creating intense heat. The principle behind this is the magnifying glass’s ability to gather and focus light energy. This demonstrates the significant power of concentrated effort, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. Mirrors, like magnifying glasses, can also be used to harness and concentrate sunlight to generate intense heat, although in different ways. T

he metaphor of the mirror versus the magnifying glass highlights two distinct approaches to personal growth and understanding human behavior. When we use a mirror, we engage in self-examination, taking an honest and introspective look at our own actions, thoughts, and emotions. This practice fosters self-awareness, allowing us to recognize our strengths and weaknesses, make necessary changes, and ultimately grow as individuals. In this episode, we will look at the importance of self-reflection, the dangers of focusing on others’ faults with practical steps to take and how to shift our focus from criticizing others to improving ourselves.

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Are streamlined solutions of organization a learned skill or is it just an innate ability to be put systems in place? Our interview today is with “Simplicity Expert,” Miriam Oritz y Pino. She says clutter is only part of the story with clients struggling to break out of self-defeating patterns, keeping them stuck. Many who are experiencing life at mid-career or halftime of life are faced with lots of “stuff” that has been accumulated for many years, both physically and mentally. It can be handed down or passed down from family members who have either downsized or passed.

“Stuff” also refers to “stuff we have to do.” So how do we increase our productivity and eliminate what is not needed to do our best work? We explore that in today’s podcast as we approach discernment, structure and consistency, reverse engineering and our desired outcome.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 1:33 - Miriam Ortiz y Pino 4:17 - Entrepreneurship Tips 6:53 - Are You Naturally Organized? 9:35 - Money Mindset Strategies 14:29 - Mindset and Productivity Hacks 18:05 - Decluttering and Stuff 21:50 - Rewiring the Brain for Success 27:59 - Staying Accessible Yet Productive 33:16 - Unique Organizing Methods 37:04 - How to Contact Miriam 37:32 - Final Takeaways 38:26 - Last Thoughts 40:16 - Thank You for Joining Us 42:58 - OUTRO

Being your own boss, or the "top dog," can be a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. First, autonomy is a significant draw; you have the freedom to set your own schedule, pursue projects aligned with your passions, and make decisions that shape your business's direction. This level of control can lead to a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction, knowing that you're charting your own course. Additionally, the potential for financial gains can be substantial if your venture succeeds, offering opportunities for significant earnings and wealth accumulation over time. Also, being your own boss often inspires a culture of innovation and creativity, where you can experiment with new ideas and approaches with less constraints. This is especially appealing to creatives.

However, the path to becoming your own boss isn't without its challenges. It requires a high level of self-discipline and motivation as you navigate the complexities of running a business. Until I approached the mid-career stage of my life, I didn’t fully realize what an entrepreneur was or that most of my work throughout my career had been based on an entrepreneurial mindset. At this point, some of the principles discussed here were revealed and affirmed in my life. The freedom that an entrepreneurial journey brings is appealing to many who have this mindset, though it’s not an easy path. It takes work, work and more work! In this podcast, we will cover some of the work it takes, as well as the benefits it creates.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 1:42 - Autonomy Benefits 7:05 - Building Independence 9:01 - Enhancing Creativity 10:43 - Achieving Financial Success 12:46 - Freedom Lifestyle 13:22 - Outro

Have you ever felt overlooked for a promotion despite your hard work and dedication? In this insightful interview, we dive deep with Kristin Lytle, CEO of The Leaders Edge, to uncover why women often miss out on key career advancements and how you can change that NOW. Kristin shares her journey from a successful HR and talent management career to leading her company and emphasizes the transformative power of leadership coaching.

Join us as we explore: - The secret behind talent decisions in companies. - The difference between leadership coaching and life coaching. - Practical strategies to enhance your chances for promotions.

If you are working at a company, do you know how talent decisions are made for promotions and projects? Is there a secret way of upping your chances for moving ahead? Kristin Lytle has a lot to say on the value of a leadership coach and how what she does is different than life coaching and other types of coaching. She has an impressive background and a lot to say on the topic as CEO of “The Leaders Edge.” Plus, she plays the violin and mandolin and is a dog lover!

We cover the benefits of having a leadership coach, the true meaning of confidence, common mistakes and a strong word of advice. The topic of self-leadership is also approached as it’s important for those working in a corporate as well as entrepreneurial environment.

The Leader’s Edge: https://the-leaders-edge.com Kristin Lytle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinlytle/ Get all our articles & downloads here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter and see all our articles here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/blog

CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 1:26 - Kristin Lytle, CEO of The Leaders Edge, introduces herself 6:34 - What does a leadership coach do that's different from other types of coaches 14:08 - Leaders Edge 16:09 - Common Mistakes 22:34 - Self Leadership 28:08 - Playing the violin and mandolin 32:07 - Women Against MS 34:05 - Why are you involved with the MS Society 38:05 - What is one thing people can do right now 42:14 - How to find Kristin 43:35 - Wrapping Up with Dogs 44:17 - Outro 45:02 - Where to Find Us

For those of us who were around during the 1980’s, the phrase: “Where Everyone Knows Your Name” brings to mind the show “Cheers,” as part of the phrase was in the show song lyric. This hit sitcom that aired from 1982 to 1993 was set in a bar that served as a haven where individuals from different walks of life could come together and feel accepted and supported. This sense of community and friendship is crucial as it highlights our human need for connection and the comfort of having a place where one is recognized and valued. The importance and value of developing those types of relationships that provide support, loyalty, honesty and trust cannot be discounted.

We share some stories that serve as examples of those types of relationships in our lives. You will easily add your own. We also cover ideas on how to develop those types of friendships that are long-lasting and extremely valuable. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/everyone-knows-your-name

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