Be More. Make More.
152 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -You'll never reach that next level if you're not growing yourself, improving your skills and managing your mind. The Be More Make More podcast is your go-to resource for learning how to overcome obstacles, breakthrough barriers and get real, lasting results.
Life and Leadership Coach, Michelle Skeldon, helps people grow themselves so they can grow their income, impact and influence. Having seen first-hand the kind of success that can be achieved with the right mindset, skills and practices, Michelle leads by example while helping others reach their goals both personally and professionally.
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EP #102: 5 Mistakes Women Make In Construction
February 21, 2022 11:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBWomen are making big moves in the building industry. Every year there are more women found on construction sites, but the reality is that women are usually still outnumbered by men. There is a clear need for more diversity, and one way to ensure we are moving in the right direction is to help these women find their feet in the industry. So, in this episode, I will be sharing five mistakes that I have witnessed women making in construction and how you can avoid them moving forward. You can ...
EP #101: Stop Being Lazy in Your Leadership
February 14, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 79.4 MBSometimes in life, we need cheerleaders. We need someone to motivate us, encourage us, and remind us how far we’ve come. We also need to experience tough love every once in a while—someone to give it to us straight or express their concern in a “strict” way to ensure we (the receiver of said tough love) are truly taking it in. So, in this episode, I am going to be giving you some tough love surrounding the topic of leadership, specifically how to stop being lazy and start being intentional. ...
EP #100: Overcoming the Mountains on Our Journey to Success
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBWe all face challenges every day. As we continue on our journey towards whatever success looks like for us, we will have to overcome mountains or hurdles. However, something many people do not realize is that those so-called “mountains” are quite often nothing but illusions in our minds. So, in this episode, I will be sharing how to show resilience in the face of adversity and finally overcome those fictitious mountains. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.mi...
EP #99: Three Ways to Reignite Passion
January 31, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 75.5 MBAs we continue through this time known as “the great resignation,” many people are reaching burnout. They are disengaged and they are fearful of what is to come. That’s why, in this episode, I’ll be sharing three ways to reignite the passion you and your team have for this industry so you can lead and work with excitement, joy. and enthusiasm. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/99
EP #98: Three Reminders To Take Into 2022
January 24, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBHappy New Year! If you are like me, you are probably feeling a sense of excitement for this coming year. It feels as though we have a fresh start and can take on new challenges. However, as we enter a new year, it is important to remember everything we have learned over the past twelve months. So, in this episode, I will be passing on three reminders to take with you into 2022 and beyond! You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/98
EP #97: How to Give Yourself Permission
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBWhen giving advice to a loved one, it is so easy to reassure them that “it’s okay to give yourself a break” or “you don’t have to be feeling up to it all of the time.” However, when it comes to giving ourselves the same feedback, we become less inclined to be supportive or to be an activist for our own lives. So, in this episode, I will be sharing how to stop playing the victim in your life and start giving yourself permission to not do the things that you don’t want to do. You can find sh...
EP #96: How to Show Up for the People You Care About
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBGiving your time and energy to others can be just as nourishing as self-care. The great news is, it doesn’t take much to make someone feel you genuinely care about them. However, it may take time to identify how your loved ones feel cared for, as everyone receives care differently. So, in this episode, I will be sharing the importance of asking the people you care most about how you can care for them better or how they feel most cared for. You can find show notes and more information by cl...
EP #95: Bring More Ease Into Your Days
November 08, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBToo often, especially if we are feeling stressed or upset, we find ourselves in a reactive game of tug of war. We feel the need to be right, or we’re trying to control a situation, and these moments of tension often escalate to a place where there is no turning back. They ruin relationships, both personally and professionally. So, in this episode, I will be sharing where in your life you should consider “dropping the rope” so that you can take a breath and simply be content with the outcome....
EP #94: How To Achieve Your Goals Faster
November 01, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBOver the years, I've come to realize that regardless of what kind of goal someone is trying to reach (health, financial, career, etc.), there are common distractions that might stop them from achieving their dreams. Luckily, there are also surefire ways to fix them. So, in this episode, I will be sharing four frequent traps that could prevent you from reaching your goals and the strategies that will help you avoid them in the future. You can find show notes and more information by clicking...
EP #93: Are You Ready to Make a Long-Term Commitment?
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBWhen launching a new program, there are a lot of big decisions that need to be made. How long will it be? How will payments work? What is the end result that I want for my clients? So, in this episode, I want to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what pushed me to make certain decisions for my new program, as well as how I am planning to help you do more, be more, and make more with your time. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/...
EP #92: The Power of Accountability
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBYou have powered your way through life, making your dreams a reality or at least working towards them every step of the way. You know that you have your own back and you truly believe in yourself and what you can accomplish. However, there is a limit to how far you can go when you go at it alone. So, in today’s episode, I will be discussing the power of accountability and the strength that comes from having others that hold you accountable for your actions as well. You can find show notes ...
EP #91: Are You Overusing Your Strengths?
October 11, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBOur greatest strengths become weaknesses when we overuse them or rigidly play to them. However, true leaders use the strengths of others to magnify their impact and can identify the right time to use their own strengths. So in this episode, I am going to be sharing examples of strengths that, when taken to the extreme, can become impractical and how to stop this from happening in your life. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/91
EP #90: Impractical Optimism
October 04, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIt’s hard to think that being an optimist would be a disadvantage. It’s generally seen as good to see the glass half full, to be hopeful for the future, or to see the silver lining in any situation. However, there are situations where optimism isn’t always the best tool for us. In this episode, I will be sharing what impractical optimism is and how to recognize when you’re being impractically optimistic in your life. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michel...
EP #89: 8 Habits of Excellent Sales Professionals
September 27, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MBThere is a staggering difference between those who are phenomenal sales professionals and those who are not. While you may have all the skills required to be a good salesperson, your ultimate success will be determined by your ability to put others first and serve them to the best of your ability. So, in this episode, I will be going over my top eight dos and don’ts for becoming an excellent sales professional, whether you are in the sales industry or not. You can find show notes and more ...
EP #88: How to Break Free from a Victim Mentality
September 20, 2021 10:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBWhen we pity ourselves, all we see are our problems. We believe that the world revolves around us, and we become blind to other people. We blame people or situations for how we feel and assume they can make the situation better, too. However, playing the victim is a passive role, and denying responsibility insinuates that you are not the driver of your own actions. So, in this episode, I will be explaining how to stop the pity party and regain control of your life. You can find show notes ...
EP #87: Acknowledging Your Achievements and Making Your Dreams a Reality
September 13, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBMany of us are too focused on all the things we haven’t yet accomplished. Constantly working toward the next goal without acknowledging how far we have come takes a toll on our emotional well-being. It’s important to recognize and appreciate all that you’ve accomplished, too. So, in this episode, I want to share with you why it is essential that you celebrate your achievements—at every step of the way—so that you don’t reach your mountain top only to be more miserable than before. You can ...
EP #86: How to Ask for What You Want
September 06, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBMost people have a hard time asking for what they want in their professional and personal lives. They put other people’s wants and needs above their own and fear the rejection that may come with even the simplest of requests. In this episode, I want to challenge this way of thinking by sharing why you should always ask for what you want and how this simple change in your life can make a world of difference. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon....
EP #85: Preparing Your Mind for the Next Season of Life
August 30, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 45.4 MBWe’ve all had plans or goals that didn’t unfold the way we hoped or expected. When this happens repeatedly, we start to wonder what needs to change—but rarely do we look inside our own minds as the place to make adjustments. So, if you are not seeing the progress you desire in your life, I want to share four simple things you can do to make the right strides toward your goals today. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/85
EP #84: How to Work Through Unexpected Challenges
August 23, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBNo matter how much you plan for something or how organized you are, the unexpected can still happen and there will be times when you will have to improvise. Developing strategies to cope with, and overcome, these challenges is all part of the rich journey of life. So, in this episode, I will be sharing my advice for anyone facing unexpected challenges and providing an alternative response to adversity. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/p...
EP #83: Replay: Busy vs. Breakthrough
August 16, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBYou’ve spent the whole day responding to emails, finding and completing tasks, attending meetings - but at the end of the day, you feel as though you have not moved the needle forward in the slightest. This is a common hindrance to many entrepreneurs and business leaders. Operating at a level where you are too busy to plan or be proactive is causing a block in your progression. So, in this episode, I will be sharing how you can finally reach the breakthrough you’re after by adjusting your sc...
EP #82: How to Surround Yourself with the Right People, Places and Things
August 09, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBWhen we expose ourselves to something on a consistent basis, it affects us whether we see it, like it or even know it. So, my question to you today is: What are you exposing yourself to regularly? Are you surrounding yourself with people and environments that are pushing you to be the person you want to be? Or are you being hindered by these things? In this episode, I will be explaining the importance of surrounding yourself with ideas, people and environments that allow you to grow—and shar...
EP #81: Changing Your Mind On Purpose
August 02, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MB“I changed my mind.” Whether it’s backing out of plans, skipping out on our exercise routine, or procrastinating on a big project—we have all been there. Generally, this shift comes with a feeling of guilt, shame, or regret. However, I believe there are some circumstances where allowing for plans to change can be a positive thing. So, in this episode, I will be sharing why I believe you should change your mind about changing your mind. You can find show notes and more information by clicki...
EP #80: How to Stop Procrastinating and Start Taking Action
July 26, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBHow many times have you come up with a brilliant idea or plan for something only to then talk yourself out of doing it? If you’re a perfectionist, you probably talk yourself out of doing things all the time. Maybe you convince yourself you need to be focusing on something else or you let the time tick away that you’ve allotted for that task. In this episode, I will be sharing how you can start taking control of your thoughts and stop procrastinating. You can find show notes and more inform...
EP #79: How to Shift Your Energy to Become a Better Leader
July 19, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBMost of us want the best for our family members, friends or teammates. We want them to succeed at what they are doing, feeling confident, secure and supported along the way. But this poses a significant question: Are you showing up in the same energy you want for them? So, in this episode, I will be going over how to practice what we want for others in order to not only help our loved ones succeed, but also to help ourselves reach our goals, as well. You can find show notes and more inform...
EP #78: How To Practice What We Want From Others
July 12, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBHow often are you holding up the mirror in your own life? How often are you practicing what you want from others? Oftentimes, what we think other people need is actually what we need ourselves. So in this episode, I will be discussing the importance of looking at our own reflection and the judgments we have of others in order for us to grow to our fullest potential and reach our goals. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/78
EP #77: The Power of Non-Negotiables
July 05, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBDo you have non-negotiables built into your week? Or have you been known to shift or delete things throughout your week if something else comes along? If the latter sounds more like you, then please keep this in mind: we don’t want to become so willing to adjust our schedule that we loosen our grip on the important tasks that move our life in the right direction. So, in this episode, I am going to be sharing five non-negotiables that I highly recommend if you’re a leader or if you are someon...
EP #76: How To Deliberately Redirect Your Thoughts
June 28, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 27 MBWhat if I told you that you have everything you need right now to move forward toward the goal that you have? Would you believe me? The truth is, you do have every resource available to you to create whatever result you want in your life right now. So, in this episode, I am going to be sharing how to utilize the tools you already have so you can break through the obstacles that are currently in your way and reach the goals you’ve set for yourself or your team. You can find show notes and m...
EP #75: Transforming Our Thoughts About Others
June 21, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBOur minds are incredible. Our thoughts have the power to push us through to the success we are after, but they also have the ability to hinder us. If you draw inaccurate conclusions about your abilities or the abilities of others, you’ll be limiting not only your potential, but the potential of those around you. So in this episode, I will be sharing how you can take authority over your thoughts and transform them in order to create the experience, the outcomes, and the results that you desir...
EP #74: 7 Causes of Demotivation in the Workplace
June 14, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBWe can all recognize the benefits of a motivated workplace: higher productivity and innovation, happier staff (who are also less stressed), and decisions that are made efficiently and easily. Motivation is key for the success of your business, but unfortunately, this is not something that can be found in a manual. It takes time, effort, and resources to keep everyone engaged and motivated. So in this episode, I am going to be sharing seven common demotivators in the workplace and how you can...
EP #73: 5 Tips for Staying Motivated as a Leader
June 07, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.9 MBLeading a team can be one of the most rewarding experiences in your career. However, it can also be incredibly challenging to find your own motivation to inspire and encourage others. So, today I will be sharing five easily implemented things you can do to stay motivated and also keep your team feeling pumped and ready to work. You will not wake up feeling motivated every single day, but using these tips, you can certainly take the appropriate actions needed to reach your goals. You can fi...
EP #72: The 3 Benefits of Planning Even if You Don’t Follow Through
May 31, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBNearly all of us have made a plan or a goal in our lives that we have not followed through on. That feeling of frustration that you get from setting these goals, and realizing that they’re not going to be accomplished is tremendously discouraging. However, the act of planning is still beneficial even if you do not stick to it 100%. In this episode, I will be sharing exactly why planning and scheduling is so important - and why the cost is so high when we don’t. You can find show notes and ...
EP #71: 3 Steps For Creating A Culture Of Leadership
May 24, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBBuilding a strong leadership culture takes time and conscious effort. It is an ongoing process that requires maintenance. Similar to building muscle and exercising, if you do not continue to do the work, your original efforts will have gone to waste. So, in this episode I want to share with you three areas to look at in your business to identify if you have a leadership culture or if you are on the right track to developing one. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here...
EP #70: Developing a Leadership Culture
May 17, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBA culture of leadership within your organization is incredibly beneficial for all areas of your company. Your team will feel valued and they are more likely to take ownership and strive to deliver results. So, today I will be sharing how you can develop a leadership culture in your business by teaching your staff high performance habits, how to say “no” and how to utilize their resources and energy efficiently. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleske...
EP #69: Effective Communication as a Leader
May 10, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBIf we want to see our team succeed, we must evaluate our own leadership style. There is always something we can do that will change the outcome of a situation, we just need to figure out what exactly that is. So, today I will be sharing how you can stop wasting time on finding someone to blame if something is not quite going right, instead reflecting on how you can improve moving forward to ensure everyone is supported and prepared to take on the work at hand. You can find show notes and ...
EP #68: The Know, Respect and Trust Factor
May 03, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBYou have probably heard that consumers are more likely to purchase from companies they know, like and trust. What you may not be aware of, is that this is a powerful concept that can also be used to develop your leadership or management skills in your pursuit to grow a strong, high-performing team. In this episode, I will be sharing how you can implement this into your life and business in order to strengthen your relationships with your team, your management and everyone you serve. You ca...
EP #67: The 3 Attributes of Thriving Leaders
April 26, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBEveryone has different leadership techniques, and working to develop your leadership qualities so they align with your personal skill set is a fast-track way to become the successful leader you want to be. But what are the main attributes of a thriving leader—and how do we cultivate them? In this episode, I will be sharing the three main traits of excellent leaders so you can set your team and company up for a prosperous future. You can find show notes and more information by clicking her...
EP #66: The Toughest Challenge Leaders Face
April 19, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MBLetting people go can be one of the toughest challenges that Leaders face. Even when it becomes very clear they are not a good fit for your organization, it can still be uncomfortable feeling like the one responsible for their loss of work. So in this episode, I want to give you a new perspective on this situation: Letting someone go is the best possible thing you can do for your team, as well as for that employee’s future. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www...
EP #65: Reflecting and Evaluating
April 12, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBFor much of my life, I was future-focused and didn’t reflect on or evaluate the past. So in this episode, I’ll be talking about how reflecting and evaluating your life in all different areas can allow you to grow and succeed in incredibly cool ways. Listen in as I talk about expectations, timing, nagging problems, and much more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/65
EP 64: Reading Email Communication
April 05, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBThere is a lot of time spent misinterpreting, misunderstanding, re-reading, re-writing, dramatizing, and stressing over email. Particularly at this time when a lot of people are working from home, email communication skills are so important for all of us to learn – especially if we work with other people or in organizations and work from home. So much turmoil is caused by what happens in your inbox, so today I’ll be sharing important ideas, tips, and advice that will help you improve how you...
EP 63: "Watch My Back"
March 29, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBHave you ever wondered where the phrase “watch my back” or “I’ve got your back” came from? In this episode, I’ll explore that with you and share how it can help us be more fully present in what we’re doing, as well as what lies ahead of us. I will also reveal the dangers we present to ourselves and how to guard against them so that you can move forward with courage and trust. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/63
EP 62: Accelerating Your Growth
March 22, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBSo much transformation has been happening with the students in my coaching groups, and it has been really inspiring and interesting to see the progress happening and the light bulbs turning on. I recently started to think about those who have had or are having breakthroughs, and I wanted to figure out what they have in common. So in this episode, I’ll be exploring what they are doing that is accelerating their growth and how you can do the same. You can find show notes and more information...
EP 61: Swing Thoughts
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBToday I’m going to share with you part two of the discussion I started last week on “swing thoughts.” In case you missed my previous episode, I talked about the first few steps that are important for turning around your thinking and stopping yourself from giving up. In this episode, I’ll be talking specifically about how to find and practice your swing thoughts and why they are so pivotal to your success. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.co...
EP 60: How to NOT Give Up
March 08, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBToday I want to talk to you about your goals—or more specifically, how to not give up on your goals. As I shared on a recent episode, I considered quitting this podcast, and today I’m going to share my thought process on how that happened and why I decided to NOT quit. You will hear how to pull out of the mind drama and doubt that occurs so commonly when we set goals. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/60
EP 59: Kindly Redirecting Unproductive Conversations
March 01, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBLast week, I asked you to take inventory of your conversations to see if they are productive and adding value and positivity—or if they are doing the opposite. In this episode, I want to address your questions about how to transform and transition negative conversations from unproductive to positive and productive. You will get some great tools and tips on how to bring up more positive conversations and share that in a kind way with the people in your life. You can find show notes and more...
EP 58: Birds of a Feather Flock Together
February 22, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBIf you’re not feeling inspired and motivated or like you’re growing at the rate that you could be, I want you to consider your current circle of people that you’re spending a lot of time with. Human connection is so important in our lives, and we are super influential to each other. So today, let’s take some time to learn how to connect to the right people through the right conversations. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/58
EP 57: Resistance Is Your Friend
February 15, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBWe’re diving deeper into a topic that I briefly talked about in last week’s episode: resistance. To really grow in our lives and businesses, we need to see resistance for what it truly is: a guide to show us what areas we should be focusing on. Today I’ll be sharing what resistance often looks like, how it can look different for all of us, and why you should be embracing resistance and moving toward (instead of away from!) it. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: ...
EP 56: Become a Better Communicator
February 08, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MBYour communication style matters. Whether you’re a passive communicator, an aggressive one, or a combination of both, there are costs to how you communicate. You can either lift others up or damage your relationships in both life and business. So in this episode, I’m talking about how you can become a better communicator by being assertive. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/56
EP 55: Taking On and Teaching Initiative
February 01, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBDo you ever feel like you’re the only one taking initiative or the only one solving problems and putting out fires? Do you sometimes feel like you’re so busy taking on everyone else’s burdens that you are unable to focus on your own projects and life improvements? If this sounds familiar, be sure to tune in as I discuss how to teach and share the ability to take initiative with those around you. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/...
EP 54: What I Live and Breathe: Sales, Leadership, and High-Performance
January 25, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBYou listen to this podcast, but do you know what I actually do? In this episode, I’m taking you through my life-coaching work and breaking down not only what spaces I coach individuals and groups in, but how I coach them by giving you a glimpse into the principles that I teach about. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/54
EP 53: Welcome to This Moment
January 18, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBDuring my silent retreat this past week, we would be welcomed back with the phrase, “Welcome to this moment.” Today I’ll be sharing how important this phrase is to help you show up in your own life and some really important notes I jotted down during the last week about being open, avoiding unnecessary difficulty, having a beginner’s mind, and much more. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: www.michelleskeldon.com/podcast/53