1 Simple Thing Podcast | Build a Better Business by Building a Better You!
718 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 7 years ago - ★★★★★ - 136 ratingsWelcome to the 1 Simple Thing Podcast, where we help you "build a better business by building a better you."
5 days a week we feature guests who are experts in life...marriage and family, health and fitness, emotional spiritual and mental health. You know...the things that we often overlook, but can have a dramatic impact on our quality of life.
Each day you’ll get 1 Simple Thing you can do to start down the road to change. No big list, no unattainable goals. Just 1 Simple Thing.
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Episodes
"The Emotions of Time Management" with Rory Vaden
January 27, 2015 05:00 - 17 minutes - 31.2 MBRory Vaden says everything you know about time management is wrong. Time management isn't logical, it's emotional. It's not about fitting more in and doing more, or doing less, it's about accomplishing results that matter to you. It's about a life of significance, spending my life doing things today that will really matter tomorrow.
"How to Boost Your EQ" with Edie Varley
January 23, 2015 05:00 - 14 minutes - 27.3 MBToday is a recap of Episodes 116-119 where our guest Edie Varley describes and explains the 4 elements of Emotional Intelligence.
“How to Be Your BEST YOU” with Edie Varley
January 22, 2015 05:00 - 18 minutes - 33.4 MBEdie Varley talks about what it means to make a greater individual commitment count. Today, everything in this world can be copied and imitated, except you. You stop being a commodity when you decide to live up to the fullness of your promise, be at your best, and make a greater individual commitment count. “I am going to commit to being at my best self today for every person, at every interaction, every time.”
“The Power of Being Present” with Edie Varley
January 21, 2015 05:00 - 17 minutes - 32.7 MBEdie Varley talks about living in the present, not living in the past where resentment and bitterness rule our life, or living in the future where anxiety and stress dominate our existence. When we live in the present, we experience more freedom, contentment, joy, and love, and are better able to deal with the risks of everyday living.
"The Power of Your Word" with Edie Varley
January 20, 2015 05:00 - 18 minutes - 33.7 MBIn today’s episode Edie Varley talks about the importance of honoring your word by saying what you mean and meaning what you do. Honoring your word is not only the promises you give to others, but also includes what we say to ourselves. Every time we break our word to ourselves and to others we are injuring our honor, our spirit, and our self-esteem, which puts us last on every list. Your word is sacred, so honor it.
"How Words Create Worlds" with Edie Varley
January 19, 2015 05:00 - 19 minutes - 35 MBEdie Varley talks about how our words create worlds. We seldom realize how our choice of words has a profound effect on ourselves and the people we interact with. Often times we unwittingly approach a situation with negativity and fear due to the wrong frame of mind and motivation. Edie wants us to change the words we think and speak to ones that are motivated by love. That has a positive, energizing, and empowering effect, not only in our personal lives, but also empowers and energizes e...
"Making Friends With Your Money" with Chris Hogan
January 16, 2015 05:00 - 13 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this recap of Episodes 111-114 Chris Hogan talks about the importance of successfully managing your finances through proper budgeting, management of debt and planning for our retirement.
"The ENEMY of Your Financial Health" with Chris Hogan
January 15, 2015 05:00 - 15 minutes - 27.6 MBChris Hogan teaches us the proper motivation and mindset to effectively rid ourselves of debt permanently. If debt is a major issue in your life today, Chris will show you a simple plan you can implement today to start you on the proper path towards eliminating debt from your life once and for all.
"Why Money REALLY Matters" with Chris Hogan
January 14, 2015 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MBChris Hogan talks about how couples can properly communicate together about their family’s finances. Statistics show that money fights are the #1 cause for divorce in North America, and a lot of couples unfortunately only talk about money when there's not enough. Chris gives some practical advice how to avoid unwanted tension between you and your spouse and operate under the banner of love regarding money.
"You Can Retire INSPIRED" with Chris Hogan
January 13, 2015 05:00 - 14 minutes - 27 MBChris Hogan reminds us that retirement is not the end or final chapter of our lives. Instead Chris wants you to realize that retirement is the best phase of your life because you have more money than you've ever had, and you also have more time than you've ever had. We've got to have a plan on how to spend our time as well as our money and retire inspired.
"Building a PLAN For Your Money" with Chris Hogan
January 12, 2015 05:00 - 13 minutes - 25.3 MBIn today’s episode Chris Hogan talks about the importance of successfully managing your finances through proper budgeting, and understanding that money decisions we make today will certainly impact us far into the future. Without a proper cash flow system in place to help monitor savings and expenses becomes very difficult to gain full control of our paychecks.
"Turn Your DREAMS into ACTION" with Dr. Julie Connor
January 09, 2015 05:00 - 18 minutes - 34.8 MBToday is our Friday recap episode with Dr. Julie Connor. She'll give us practical advice on defining our dreams and goals with razor-sharp clarity that will lead us to overcome fear and procrastination, and help give us the confidence we need to transform our resolutions into attainable goals this year.
"Creating SMART Goals that Work" with Dr. Julie Connor
January 08, 2015 05:00 - 22 minutes - 41.7 MBIn today’s episode Dr. Julie Connor teaches us how to create tangible S.M.A.R.T goals, and how to confidently plug those goals into our schedule with the purpose of achieving them starting today.
"Success Without Selling Out" with Dr. Julie Connor
January 07, 2015 05:00 - 18 minutes - 33.6 MBIn today’s episode Dr. Julie Connor talks about how our core values should help guide the types of goals we set for ourselves and how we go about trying to achieve those goals.
"The POWER of a Purpose Statement" with Dr. Julie Connor
January 06, 2015 05:00 - 16 minutes - 30.3 MBIn today’s episode Dr. Julie Connor talks about the value of having a powerhouse personal purpose statement. A personal purpose statement is a statement that defines who we are and what it is we want to accomplish in this lifetime. This helps guide our goal setting priorities as we establish our legacy – how we will be remembered for the life we’ve lived.
"How to Discover Your DREAMS" with Dr. Julie Connor
January 05, 2015 05:00 - 16 minutes - 29.9 MBIn today’s episode Dr. Julie Connor gives us practical advice on defining our dreams and goals with razor-sharp clarity that will lead us to overcome fear and procrastination, and help give us the confidence we need to transform our [annual] resolutions into attainable goals this year.
Get Organized TODAY
January 02, 2015 05:48 - 18 minutes - 34.1 MBOrganization. For some of us it sends chills of excitement down our spine, others want to run away as quickly as possible. But there's no question that organization has a major impact on our productivity. The Organizing Pro Marcia Ramsland talks about organization, how it can contribute to greater productivity and help us get more done.
Finding CONTENTMENT in a World of Comparison
January 01, 2015 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares a powerful message of choosing to find contentment in a culture of comparison. If we can realize that the finish line always moves and we're never gonna get “there,” then we can choose to be thankful in our current circumstances and find a deep sense of contentment.
"A SIMPLE SECRET to Time Management" with Christy Wright
December 31, 2014 05:00 - 13 minutes - 23.9 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares the secret to proper time management and having true life balance between family, work, and other activities that are important to us. She teaches us how life balance is not about giving everything an equal amount of time. Life balance is simply about doing the right things at the right time.
"Why You Procrastinate" with Michael Anderson
December 30, 2014 05:00 - 15 minutes - 27.9 MBBestselling author and speaker Michael Anderson brings comfort and assurance that EVERYONE struggles with procrastination. On this episode we focus on why we procrastinate and how to overcome it.
The ENEMY of Good Health
December 29, 2014 05:00 - 15 minutes - 29.1 MBAlana Cole reveals the simple secret to overcoming our addiction to sugar and successfully controlling our daily sugar intake to make a real difference in our overall health.
"DOMINATE Your Day Before Breakfast" with Jeff Sanders
December 26, 2014 05:00 - 15 minutes - 28 MBAuthor, Host of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast and productivity coach Jeff Sanders talks about the benefits of waking up early in the morning and having a routine in place that brings us greater clarity, health and productivity than we ever thought possible. Today Jeff shares secrets about planning tomorrow’s events tonight.
"Free Your Space and Feel The Difference" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 25, 2014 05:29 - 13 minutes - 24.9 MBDr. Michelle Robin reveals the importance of freeing your space physically, mentally and emotionally as you progress toward a life of health and wellness.
"4 Steps to Achieve Your Extraordinary Goals" with Hal Elrod
December 24, 2014 05:00 - 24 minutes - 44.6 MBWhat are your goals? Not just your ordinary, every day goals. We’re talking those extraordinary goals you almost don’t even dream about, but if they came true, they’d change your life. #1 bestselling author and top-rated success coach Hal Elrod can help you get there. On today’s show we recap episodes 91-94 with the 4 steps to achieving and living your extraordinary goals.
"Find Your Calling, Find Your Destiny" with Guy Hatcher
December 23, 2014 05:00 - 15 minutes - 28.2 MBHow did you get to where you are today in your career, business, personal relationships? Was it a result of careful planning? Did you sit down and plan, “This is where I want to be 5 years from now, 10 years from now, or at the end of my career.” Did you take steps to get there or did you let life happen? And maybe you feel trapped because you have to pay the bills? Guy Hatcher shows us how to begin with the end in mind as we find our calling in life.
"Retrain Your Brain for Maximum Results" with Dana Wilde
December 22, 2014 05:00 - 17 minutes - 33 MBYou’ve tried setting goals. You’ve been through a hundred-and-one goal setting workshops. You’ve bought all the materials. You’ve downloaded the app. And you still have trouble setting and keeping your goals. Why is that? In this episode Dana Wilde will show us the difference between setting goals and having positive expectations, and how that plays into our ability to actually get things done.
"Simple Habits for a Healthy Life" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 19, 2014 05:00 - 21 minutes - 39.5 MBDr. Michelle Robin shares her insights on living a healthy, balanced lifestyle. She focuses on the importance of a daily intake of greens, a good night's rest, injecting gratitude into our lives, and freeing the physical, emotional, and spiritual space around us, as we progress toward lives of health and wellness.
"The Transformational Power of Gratitude" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 18, 2014 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MBDr. Michelle Robin talks about the power and impact of being grateful in our daily lives.
"Keys to Restful and Empowering Sleep" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 17, 2014 05:00 - 15 minutes - 28.2 MBDr. Michelle Robin teaches us the importance of getting a good night’s sleep, and how sleep benefits our overall productivity and attitude. Dr. Robin also give us great practical tips on how to set ourselves up for better sleep through a great sleep routine.
"Free Your Space and Feel the Difference" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 16, 2014 05:00 - 13 minutes - 24.3 MBDr. Michelle Robin reveals the importance of freeing your space physically, mentally and emotionally as you progress toward a life of health and wellness.
"The Secret to Feeling Alive and Vibrant" with Dr. Michelle Robin
December 15, 2014 05:00 - 17 minutes - 32.2 MBDr. Michelle Robin talks about how a regular, daily intake of greens can make you feel more alive and vibrant throughout the day and avoid unwanted digestive health issues.
"Getting WORK and LIFE in Balance" with Christy Wright
December 12, 2014 05:00 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares the importance of busying yourself with things that are deeply important to you…things that actually bring you joy and positive energy while doing them. We often take on commitments and responsibilities that are not important or valuable, and have no return in our life. That’s when we get exhausted and burned out very quickly. It's all about getting your WORK and LIFE in balance.
"Finding CONTENTMENT in a World of Comparison" with Christy Wright
December 11, 2014 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares a powerful message of choosing to find contentment in a culture of comparison. If we can realize that the finish line always moves and we're never gonna get “there,” then we can choose to be thankful in our current circumstances and find a deep sense of contentment.
"From Fun Hobby to Profitable Business" with Christy Wright
December 10, 2014 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.2 MBBusiness & life coach Christy Wright shares some valuable tips about turning your hobby into a business. She leads us down the path of deciding if we should start a business, when we should start it, and some of the challenges and pitfalls we should consider.
"A Simple Secret for Time Management" with Christy Wright
December 09, 2014 05:00 - 13 minutes - 24.3 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares the secret to proper time management and having true life balance between family, work, and other activities that are important to us. She teaches us how life balance is not about giving everything an equal amount of time. Life balance is simply about doing the right things at the right time.
"Getting Work and Life in BALANCE" with Christy Wright
December 08, 2014 05:00 - 13 minutes - 25.5 MBBusiness and life coach Christy Wright shares the importance of busying yourself with things that are deeply important to you…things that actually bring you joy and positive energy while doing them. We often take on commitments and responsibilities that are not important or valuable, and have no return in our life. That’s when we get exhausted and burned out very quickly.
"Achieving Your Extraordinary Goals" with Hal Elrod
December 05, 2014 05:00 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBWhat are your goals? Not just your ordinary, every day goals. We’re talking those extraordinary goals you almost don’t even dream about, but if they came true, they’d change your life. #1 bestselling author and top-rated success coach Hal Elrod can help you get there. On today’s show we recap episodes 91-94 with the 4 steps to achieving and living your extraordinary goals.
"Upgrading Your Circle of Influence" with Hal Elrod
December 04, 2014 05:00 - 19 minutes - 36 MBIn part 4 of the 4 Keys to Achieving Extraordinary Goals, bestselling author and success coach Hal Elrod talks about intentionally upgrading your circle of influence, or the quality of people you surround yourself with on a regular basis. If you are serious about achieving extraordinary goals and living an extraordinary life, then surround yourself with like-minded people, books, videos, or online communities filled with those who are living the life you aspire to.
"The Secret To Achieving EXTRAORDINARY Goals" with Hal Elrod
December 03, 2014 05:00 - 19 minutes - 36.6 MBIn part 3 of the 4 Keys to Achieving Extraordinary Goals, bestselling author and success coach Hal Elrod talks about the importance of an accountability partner. Hal also teaches a simple format to make our accountability sessions more effective.
"Develop POWERFUL Beliefs That Propel You To Your Goals" with Hal Elrod
December 02, 2014 05:00 - 18 minutes - 34.2 MBIn part 2 of the 4 Keys to Achieving Extraordinary Goals, bestselling author and success coach Hal Elrod talks about practical ways to develop extraordinary beliefs that change our mindset and allows us to achieve truly life changing results.
"The First Step to Achieving Extraordinary Goals" with Hal Elrod
December 01, 2014 05:00 - 17 minutes - 33 MBIn part 1 of the 4 Keys to Achieving Extraordinary Goals, bestselling author and success coach Hal Elrod teaches us that the first step in achieving extraordinary goals is to first have clarity. Listen and learn how to develop the clarity to know what you want and why you want it.
"How to Find Your Calling...and LIVE It" with Guy Hatcher
November 28, 2014 05:23 - 16 minutes - 29.4 MBHow did you get to where you are today in your career, business, personal relationships? Was it a result of careful planning? Did you sit down and plan, “This is where I want to be 5 years from now, 10 years from now, or at the end of my career.” Did you take steps to get there or did you let life happen? And maybe you feel trapped because you have to pay the bills? Guy Hatcher shows us how to begin with the end in mind as we find our calling in life.
"Touching One Life" with Dr. Tom Hill
November 27, 2014 05:00 - 16 minutes - 31.2 MBWe're celebrating Thanksgiving week by replaying episodes having to do with gratitude and touching others. No matter how much we succeed, it doesn't mean much if we don't touch others. Dr. Tom Hill gives us reasons and recommendations for how we can invest in others, and at the same time, grow ourselves.
"What You Focus On Grows" with Kim Ades
November 26, 2014 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.3 MBExecutive coach and entrepreneur Kim Ades talks about the importance of widening our scope to notice the opportunities and possibilities that are presented to us daily, to widen our scope and notice what is good and right in the world. What this does is change our outlook into a more positive one that will attract more positive results in what we want.
"The Secret Ingredient to Better Health" with Wendie Pett
November 25, 2014 05:00 - 11 minutes - 21.6 MBFitness instructor and nutritionist Wendie Pett talks about how spiritual health and faith play a role in our overall health and well-being.
"Finding JOY in Stressful Times" with Dr. Rob Pennington
November 24, 2014 05:00 - 19 minutes - 35.5 MBThis is Thanksgiving week, so we're revisiting episodes that have to do with finding the good in all situations. Even in stressful times we can find some way of giving thanks. And it's that gratitude that helps us move forward in a way that's productive and healthy. On today's episode we hear from Dr. Rob Pennington about how to handle stressful situations with a smile, joy and finding the humor even when times are tough.
"How to Find PASSION and JOY Now" with Elizabeth Crook
November 21, 2014 05:00 - 19 minutes - 35.8 MBWhat gives you a deep sense of satisfaction at work? Is it the insightful financial analysis, the perfect design for a new building, the client who says “you’re the best,” or the employee who achieves her goals. We all have something that gives us that sense of, “YES, I DID IT!” When we spend time doing something meaningful to us we bring our whole selves to that moment. Indeed, that is what passion is – being in the moment fully focused on what is at hand.
"This ONE THING Could Change Your Day" with Elizabeth Crook
November 20, 2014 05:00 - 14 minutes - 26.8 MBAll of us have moments of defeat, fear, hesitation, or failure. Even people who are successful in the eyes of the world have these moments. A shot of optimism is like a coach telling you there is only one more lap, or that the tournament is best 3 out of 5, or that you only have two strikes instead of three. A shot of optimism gives us an energy and outlook boost to keep on going. So take a shot, regain your composure and keep on truckin’.
"What's Holding You Back" with Elizabeth Crook
November 19, 2014 05:00 - 11 minutes - 21.4 MBHave you ever walked into a spider’s web? You can feel it, but you can’t see it. It’s annoying, slows you down and it’s hard to get free. We all have habits, beliefs, and behaviors that slow us down, that are annoying and that are hard to cast off. The more we can “see” what’s holding us back, the easier it is to escape! We ALL have them, so don’t waste time being embarrassed. Claim it and move on. The world is waiting for you to shine!
"How to LOVE the Job You Hate" with Elizabeth Crook
November 18, 2014 05:00 - 12 minutes - 23.8 MBHave you ever said this about your work or about organization, “It’s OK but I’m not loving it? Too many people are putting their energy and talent into something they don’t love. It’s time to stop and explore. What would it take for you to love what you do? Rethink re-frame, refine, rework, renegotiate. All of those are options to consider before your resign or retire! You may be surprised at the possibilities!