Arise 2 Live Podcast
187 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsFor business owners and entrepreneurs looking for insights, perspectives, tips, and more to grow their business and stay balanced between work and family. Hosted by Scott R Weaver, he brings real business experience, formal education, and family life to help business owners with fast growing companies or who are hitting a wall.
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#130 4 Things to Ramp Up Your Business after the Storm
April 07, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 32.9 MBThe COVID storm appears to be ending. Are you ramping up for better economic weather? This episode covers 4 things that a business owner can do: The COVID storm appears to be winding down. Are you ramping up for better economic weather? This episode covers 4 things that a business owner can do: Two reactionary things: - Ramp-up by taking care of the after storm clean-up. - Ramp up by being nimble as the economy open up. Two intentional things: - Ramp up with bett...
#130 Four Things to Ramp Up Your Business after the Storm
April 07, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 32.9 MBThe COVID storm appears to be ending. Are you ramping up for better economic weather? This episode covers 4 things that a business owner can do: The COVID storm appears to be winding down. Are you ramping up for better economic weather? This episode covers 4 things that a business owner can do: Two reactionary things: - Ramp-up by taking care of the after storm clean-up. - Ramp up by being nimble as the economy open up. Two intentional things: - Ramp up with bett...
#129 Why Lean Startup Should Be in Your Toolkit
March 24, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 28.6 MBIn fast changing times, the Lean Start-up methodology is indispensable tool for the business owner. This episode covers why this tool should be in your toolbox, what problems it can solve, and how it can work with the traditional business plan. More information at http://arise2live.com #Arise2Live #entrepreneur #businessmodel #leanstartup
#128 Four Approaches to Business and Family
March 10, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 26.3 MBIs it a good idea to have family members work in your business? Should you? What are some pitfalls if you do? Today we explore 4 different approaches that business owners can take to handle running business and family together. More information at http://arise2live.com/ #family #business #arise2live
#127 Be Productive on Off-Days
February 24, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 26.5 MBToday’s topic is about real life. We catch a bad cold, get rattled by some news, whatever. The trick is to move forward when you don’t feel like it. This episode is about how not to get caught in a productivity guilt trip and covers three things you can do to step forward on your off-days. Download the PDF at https://arise2live.mykajabi.com/opt-in More information at Arise2Live.com #Arise2Live #businessowner #entrepreneur #productivity
#126 Be Flexible to Improve Profits
February 10, 2021 18:24 - 17 minutes - 29.6 MBShould business owners allow for flexibility in their business or hold the course no matter what? This episode presents the case why you should be flexible in running your company, especially given the current economic conditions and uncertainty. #Arise2Live More information at http://Arise2Live.com/podcast #businessowner #trends
#125 Trends That Could Impact Profits – Part 2
January 27, 2021 21:28 - 16 minutes - 28.2 MBThe new year brings some uncertainty and change. This episode series identifies several 2021 trends to be aware of that potentially could impact your business profitability. This episode is Part 2 of 2 and talks about the shifting customers buying preferences and what you can do about it. Being aware enables you to take action on the opportunities and lessen negative impacts. More information at http://Arise2Live.com #Arise2Live #trends #profits #businessowner
#124 Trends That Could Impact Profits - Part 1
January 13, 2021 18:18 - 15 minutes - 26.2 MBThe new year brings some uncertainty and change. This episode identifies several 2021 trends to be aware of that potentially could impact your business profitability. This episode is Part 1 of 2 and talks about the COVID world we live in and being aware of new taxes coming. Being aware enables you to take action on the opportunities and lessen negative impacts. More information at http://Arise2Live.com #Arise2Live #trends #profits #businessowner
#124 Trends for Business Owner's Profitability - Part 1
January 13, 2021 18:18 - 15 minutes - 26.2 MBThe new year brings some uncertainty and change. This episode identifies several 2021 trends to be aware of that potentially could impact your business profitability. This episode is Part 1 of 2 and talks about the COVID world we live in and being aware of new taxes coming. Being aware enables you to take action on the opportunities and lessen negative impacts. More information at http://Arise2Live.com #Arise2Live #trends #profits #businessowner
#123 A New Year’s Starting Line
December 30, 2020 18:40 - 12 minutes - 23 MBAs we go into 2021, certain things from 2020 linger out. COVID is not magically going away come January 1st. We still must be cautiously prudent with it. However, this #Arise2Live episode talks about three things to get off to a good start from the New Year's starting line: Bring your story into the New Year. The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing. Declutter your space, mind, and time. More info at http://arise2live.com/ Handouts at http://arise2live.com/handouts ...
#122 Get Going on Time Blocking Next Year’s Important Events
December 16, 2020 19:26 - 8 minutes - 17.5 MBIt is important, and more urgent than usual, that you plan ahead for the coming year. This short-take episode highlights the importance of creating a Yearly Time Block calendar so you can take advantage of the upcoming opportunities and avoid unnecessary stress with business and family events. Download the free handouts at http://arise2live.com/episode-122-get-going-on-time-blocking-next-years-important-events/ #Arise2Live #productivity #goals Coaching information at http://Arise2Li...
#121 Five Signs Your Business is About to Hit the Wall
December 02, 2020 19:20 - 16 minutes - 28 MBSooner or later, every business owner faces the “wall”. That dreaded place of difficult and limited choices for their business. The episode covers five signs that your business may be hitting the wall and the four choices when that happens. #Arise2Live #businessowner More info at http://arise2live.com/
#120 Masterminds Groups: A Resource for Success
November 18, 2020 16:46 - 15 minutes - 27.1 MBBy listener request, here is a “starter” episode on Mastermind Groups and why you should consider being part of one. The benefits of being in a peer of like-minded business owners is covered as well as 7 suggestions on how to choose on Mastermind Group. The host, Scott R Weaver, is a member of a mastermind group. Episode Handout at http://arise2live.com/episode-120-masterminds-groups-a-resource-for-success/ More information at http://Arise2Live/podcast #Arise2Live
#119 Election Perspectives from 1896 for Today
November 04, 2020 18:05 - 10 minutes - 20 MBSeriously? How can an 1896 election help us today? There are some eerie similarities to our times. Does razor thin, contentious presidential results sound familiar? How can business owners remain grounded? This episode provides three suggestions on how business owners can stay grounded, even thrive in times of uncertainty. http://Arise2Live.com/podcasts
#118 A Good Thing About Disillusionment
October 21, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 34.5 MBIn the Long Run, being disillusioned is a good thing! That is, if you accept that you can now see through the illusion to reality. Recently, many of Scott's clients have been emotional about going through some common challenges, seeing their real struggle in this COVID world. This episodes names several big challenges facing business owners and presents the freedom of being disillusioned. More information at http://arise2live.com/podcast-episodes
#117 Waiting in the Waitin' Season
October 07, 2020 17:14 - 16 minutes - 28.2 MBMany of us seem to be in a Waitin’ Season. Waiting for Covid to pass. Waiting for business to pick up. Waiting on family and more. This episode covers the important of keep moving and the dangers to avoid while waiting. Having some measure of patience and stepping forward is key during the Waitin’ Season. Show Noes: http://arise2live.com/episode-117-waiting-in-the-waitin-season/ #Arise2Live #businessowner #entrepreneur #productivity
#116 A Dozen States in a COVID World
September 23, 2020 17:43 - 18 minutes - 31.6 MBSometimes your journey must be completed in a challenging environment. In such times, prudent leadership is required. This episode covers 4 prudent elements to use on the journey. The example of traveling cross-country will hopefully inspire you to complete your journey. More info: http://Arise2Live.com
#115 Rein In Business Chaos Part 3
September 09, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 35.2 MBGo beyond a weekly task list to reduce business chaos by planning a practical weekly schedule that accounts for real world things. This episode shares how you can focus your time and priorities to handle four areas of your life. Part 3 in a 3-part series. #Arise2Live http://www.arise2live.com twitter: @360arise
#114 Stymied by the Fine Print
August 26, 2020 14:51 - 10 minutes - 19.8 MBThe Arise2Live Podcast has been disrupted! As a real world example of handling challenges and dealing with the 'should-have' guilt trips, Scott shares his undesirable choices needed to accomplish his purpose and goals. More information at https://Arise2Live.com/podcast #Arise2Live
#113 Rein In Business Chaos Part 2
August 19, 2020 17:20 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBTake your delegation to the next level. This episode presents four points to help you go beyond delegating simple tasks to delegating key operations of your business. #Arise2Live http://www.arise2live.com twitter: @360arise
#112 Rein in Business Chaos - Part 1
August 12, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 23.7 MBMove the Big Rocks First – With this concept you can avoid some of the business chaos that is frustrating yourself and others. The episode covers where the concept came from and practical examples on how to apply. First in a 3-part series. #Arise2Live 'Rein in Business Chaos' Series Part 1: Move the Big Rocks First Part 2: Delegation Part 3: Set a Non-Negotiable Weekly Schedule More info at http://Arise2Live.com
#111 Build Your On-the-Go Mobile Office
August 05, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 27.6 MBIt is more important now than ever to have the ability to have a mobile office that is practical and function at various types of places. This episode is a how-to build your own on-the-go mobile office that you can run most of your business from a carry-on bag. Website: http://Arise2Live.com
#110 Are You Preparing For The School Year?
July 29, 2020 14:23 - 8 minutes - 17.9 MBAre you preparing your business and family for the coming school year? Are you taking learnings from last spring disruptions? This episode calls for business owners to intentionally schedule and lead their team and their family. Having a smooth running home life can increase productivity at home. #Arise2Live Website: http://arise2live.com Twitter: @360arise
#109 RewriteYour Vision Story When Life Changes
July 22, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 21.7 MBEver spend lots of time figuring out your vision statement and planning things out, and then the world changes on you? Isn’t that discouraging? Scott shares how his situation changed while in transition leading to choose one of three choices for his vision story. Includes three reasons why you should update your vision story. #arise2live More information at http://arise2live.com
#108 What Things To Bring To The Future?
July 15, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 18.3 MBIn times of change and transition, two questions come to mind: What things to bring to the future? What things to leave behind? Today’s episode talks about the challenges of moving forward with the things you really need. More info at http://arise2live.com/
#107 Encore: Take Action Now to Improve with Rocky Lalvani
July 08, 2020 10:00 - 40 minutes - 61.3 MB"Take Action Now to Improve with financial expert Rocky Lalvani" This encore interview episodes covers tricks how to improve your business and life by taking advantage of the 'compounding effect'. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#106 Encore: Close Calls and Potholes (How to get un-rattled)
July 01, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 30.8 MBToday’s episode is about a surprising day where thing went wrong and nearly run down three different times while walking downtown to lunch. I was so rattled by it all, that I recorded a podcast about, which turn-out to become one of my more popular ones. If I had known that this is what is required to get creative ideas, I might have skipped doing a podcast. Well, anyway, I hope this podcast helps you calm down and know that it is okay to admit you get rattled every once and a while…a lea...
#105 Encore: Smarter Use of Credit Cards in Business w/ D. Scott Smith
June 24, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 50.2 MBToday’s encore episode is a discussion with D. Scott Smith on using credit cards in your business. This practical talk has the the goal of communicating how to be smarter with your business credit card. And by extension, managing your SBA loans. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#104 Encore: Flying on Standby (Dealing with Uncertianty)
June 17, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutes - 26 MBUncertainty seems to be the order of the day. We are facing unexpected, high impact situations that are often beyond our control as we go along our way. This is an encore presentation about facing uncertainty, an experiment I that did on myself by flying with standby airline ticket and discovered 5 things about how our bodies react to uncertainty and several things how to personally deal it. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#103 Encore: Life is Bigger Than Yourself with Fredrick Edwards
June 10, 2020 11:28 - 40 minutes - 60.7 MBFacing big struggles and challenges in today’s uncertain times? Black business owner Fredrick Edward shares his inspirational story of how life is bigger than himself, and by extension, bigger than us. He overcame his non-idea youth in Harlem, the heart-break of losing his wife to cancer, and single-dad to succeed in his business and today help out trouble youths with his own non-profit. This is an encore unscripted interview with new relevance for today. More information http://arise2li...
#102 Unexpected Paths, a Light-Hearted Tale with Tegan Weaver
June 03, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 30 MBUnexpected things happen on the journey to your goals. In a hopefully encouraging metaphor, here's a light-heart tale of Tegan and Scott traveling cross country to reach Tegan's dream of having an internship in the music industry. Three key things to stay on track are shared. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#101 Setting Goals in a Changing Business Climate
May 27, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 23.7 MBThe business climate is changing as the country opens up from the corona virus. Are you passive or intentional in adapting? This episode covers a 2-step process to identify what business process and habits to carry forward into the future. Being intentional reduces business chaos and increases likelihood of success. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#100 100th Episode Show
May 20, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 19.5 MBA special Arise2Live episode to celebrate the 100th release of the show. Scott shares two, one-in-a-lifetime secrets to solve any business problem known to humankind and beyond. More information http://arise2live.com/
#99 Overcoming the Resistance of Moving Forward
May 13, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 27.9 MBFor business owners and freelancers, there is always resistance when advancing your business. Resistance seems to be always in the way as you move forward. This episode covers how to overcome this and how we should have the mind-set of a professional athlete with discipline and eye fixed on the prize. This is the final part of a 4 part series that include staying power, persistence, and resilience. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#98 The Two Faces of Resilience We Encounter
May 06, 2020 10:00 - 15 minutes - 27.4 MBThere are two faces of resilience that we encounter, an internal, personal one and an outward expression of resiliency towards others. This episode explores how and why business owners, founders, and freelances need to deal with and embrace resilience. More information at http://arise2live.com/podcast-episodes/
#97 Four Elements of Persistence (productivity)
April 29, 2020 13:57 - 13 minutes - 23.7 MBHaving persistence is key to reaching your goals and success. It allows you to overcome obstacles on your journey when the tough times arrive. This episode covers the four elements of persistence and how staying power is related. #Arise2Live More information at http://arise2live.com/
#96 Four Habits of Staying Power (productivity)
April 22, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutes - 23.7 MBStaying Power. What types of habits can you develop to go the distance and reach your goals? This episodes covers four types of habits that can help with your motivation and clarity so you have the staying power to succeed. More information at Arise2Live.com
#95 SBA Loans and Adapting in Uncertianity
April 15, 2020 10:00 - 15 minutes - 26.3 MBThree adapting methods to uncertain times. Many small business are SOL (sorry, out of luck) on the SBA's implementation of EIDL loan ($10K advance) stimulus program. So what attitude and actions can we take today to move forward? More information at http://arise2live.com Through 4/30/2020, there is a special Arise2Live Coaching offer for struggling business owners: 2, 45min sessions at greatly reduced price. Details at http://arise2live.com/aprilspecial/
#95 SBA Loans and the SOL Business Owners
April 15, 2020 10:00 - 15 minutes - 26.3 MBMany small business are SOL (sorry, out of luck) on the SBA's implementation of EIDL loan ($10K advance) stimulus program. So what attitude and actions can we take today to move forward? More information at http://arise2live.com Through 4/30/2020, there is a special Arise2Live Coaching offer for struggling business owners: 2, 45min sessions at greatly reduced price. Details at http://arise2live.com/aprilspecial/
#94 Increase Your Daily Focus (Productivity)
April 08, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 16.9 MBIn today’s environment, it’s difficult to keep up our daily focus on moving our business forward. Here are 4 practical things you can do to be more productive using the “your body is a machine” approach. More info at http://arise2live.com/
#93 Economy Snapshot and Stimulus Programs for Business Owners
April 01, 2020 10:00 - 15 minutes - 27.1 MBThis informational episode covers a high-level economy forecast and 3 programs from the new CARES Act stimulus package. The goal is to take a snapshot of where things stand and bring out awareness of things in motion so you can take action for your business and family. Includes ideas how to leverage new government SBA loan programs and the Stimulus Refund for business. More information at Arise2Live.com/podcast
#92 Working From Home with Family Around
March 25, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 22.2 MBHow do you work from home and set up an understanding with family members so you can reach your business goals? This episode covers practical insights and actions you can take to be productive and still have a positive relationships with your family members. This is based on Scott’s actual experience of running a business out of his house. More information at http://arise2live.com
#91 Processing the Virus Impact with co-host D. Scott Smith
March 18, 2020 10:00 - 16 minutes - 27.6 MBD. Scott Smith co-hosts this episode to help process the virus impact business owners. One big impact is that the change to on-line technology has accelerated. Another is working from home with children, and a warning not to become isolated—connect with people. More information at http://arise2live.com
#90 Standing Up to Our Fears
March 11, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 21.9 MBThere seems to be a rash of fear over the coronavirus. A fear of the now, today, and the immediate. This episode covers how to overcome these fears through prudent avoidance, standing firm, and having faith that things will turn out okay. http://arise2live.com/
#89 Dude, Hang Around the Right People (Short Take)
March 04, 2020 11:00 - 6 minutes - 14.1 MBHow applicable is the saying: “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most of your time with”? This #Arise2Live short-take episode explores what thought leaders, science, and ancient wisdom tells us about who we are really being influenced by. More information at http://arise2live.com
#88 An Attitude to Derail Distraction
February 26, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 15.8 MBEver been distracted? Who hasn’t? What attitude do champions have to maintain focus? This short-take episode covers how to derail distraction knowing that the separation is in the preparation. Here are three preparation attitudes to prevent distraction taking over. Admit you have big distraction, keeping your body in tune, and keep your purpose in front of you. More information at http://arise2live.com
#87 A Dilemma of Excellence
February 19, 2020 11:00 - 7 minutes - 16.2 MBWe all want to be at our best, but what happens if you don't have the time? Should we accomplish lots of tasks with a ‘good-enough’ attitude or focus on a few things and do those very well? A Dilemma of Excellence. This episode is explores the quandary that Scott is in and seeks your advice on solving the dilemma. Please comment at http://arise2live.com/episode-87-a-dilemma-of-excellence
#86 Intentionally Be the Change
February 12, 2020 11:00 - 14 minutes - 25.5 MBCan we intentionally create change in our lives with wisdom and purpose? This episode explores ideas how you can positivity make change in your home, business, and local community by building better environments and positive attitude. Doing so, we make a better world...for ourselves. More information at http://arise2live.com/
#85 How to Prepare for Change
February 05, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.7 MBHow are you preparing for external change? Business owners and entrepreneurs face both expected and unexpected changes over time. We can be ready. This episode covers four changes that we all have to face soon or later and some actions we can take to manage change. Included is emotional intelligence approaches to respond to the external pressures and change. More information at http://arise2live.com
#84 The Tension Between Change and Stability
January 29, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 18.8 MBEntrepreneurs face the simultaneous challenge of bringing change and creating stability. A person is likely to be more successful by recognizing this and intentionally adapting to life’s required changes. How are you handling the tension between change and stability? This episode is the start of Season #3. More information at http://arise2live.com/