Career Sweetspot
340 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsSteve Perkins, Founder and CEO of Greenhouse Coaching, shares practical ideas and tips for work, leadership, and life. This is a fun and insightful podcast, with personality gripes, coaching 'happy hours', and guest interviews telling the stories of their non-linear career paths.
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Coffee Chats | 5 Ways to be a Better Listener
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBListening is communicating! If there is one communication skill you should aim to master: it’s listening. Without the ability to listen effectively, messages and information are easily misunderstood . . and so can you! Listen in to hear how Steve and Sundie unpack the 5 ways to be a better listener. // Show Links: Connect with us! Social | Website | Membership
#69 - 5 ways to be a better listener.
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutesListening is communicating! If there is one communication skill you should aim to master: it’s listening. Without the ability to listen effectively, messages and information are easily misunderstood . . and so can you!Listen in to hear how Steve and Sundie unpack the 5 ways to be a better listener. //Show Links:Connect with us! Social | Website | Membership Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, an...
#68 - How to navigate the winding journey of life.
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 27 minutesToday, Tommy Thompson joins Steve here to talk about the winding journey - life - and the ups, down, twists and turns it makes.Life has places for us to experience joy even in the midst of difficult times.Listen in for thoughtful conversation and practical takeaways to help you navigate life at your best!//Links and Resources From This Episode:Tommy's Social | Blog | Podcast Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coachi...
Coffee Chats | The Winding Journey
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBToday, Tommy Thompson joins Steve here to talk about the winding journey - life - and the ups, down, twists and turns it makes. Life has places for us to experience joy even in the midst of difficult times. Listen in for thoughtful conversation and practical takeaways to help you navigate life at your best! // Links and Resources From This Episode: Tommy's Social | Blog | Podcast
#67 - What's your communication style?
June 03, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutesEveryone has a different communication style. Do you know yours? Do you know your colleagues'?Steve and Sundie are back today to talk about how miscommunication amongst working teams can not only drive you crazy, but disrupt essential productivity. They share three tips you can apply to notice, impact and change how you lead and work together. Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more! Follo...
Coffee Chats | Driving Your Colleagues Crazy with Communication
June 03, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBEveryone has a different communication style. Do you know yours? Do you know your colleagues'? Steve and Sundie are back today to talk about how miscommunication amongst working teams can not only drive you crazy, but disrupt essential productivity. They share three tips you can apply to notice, impact and change how you lead and work together.
Special Guest | The Impact of Daily & Weekly Rhythms
May 27, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBDaily and weekly rhythms impact even the mundane of our lives in an extraordinary way. Steve Perkins is back this week to talk about the importance of rhythms with special guest, Justin Earley: Lawyer, Speaker and Author of The Common Rule. // Important Links: Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage Justin's book, The Common Rule The Earley Legal Group | thecommonrule.org
#66 - Justin Earley: How the impact of daily and weekly rhythms changed his life.
May 27, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutesDaily and weekly rhythms impact even the mundane of our lives in an extraordinary way.Steve Perkins is back this week to talk about the importance of rhythms with special guest, Justin Earley: Lawyer, Speaker and Author of The Common Rule.//Important Links:Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible VoyageJustin's book, The Common RuleThe Earley Legal Group | thecommonrule.org Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Wor...
Coffee Chats | Feeling Stuck?
May 20, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBWe talk about how to "get unstuck," a lot. But what does that actually mean? And how does it apply to our personalities and lifestyles? Today, Steve and Tommy get specific on how how to get unstuck and what you need to know to get through it! // Important Links: Tommy's Podcast, Renovations Subscribe to Tommy's blog!
#65 - Are you feeling stuck?
May 20, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutesWe talk about how to "get unstuck," a lot. But what does that actually mean? And how does it apply to our personalities and lifestyles?Today, Steve and Tommy get specific on how how to get unstuck and what you need to know to get through it! //Important Links: Tommy's Podcast, Renovations Subscribe to Tommy's blog! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team Coaching, Workshops, and more! Follow us on Instagram and send us...
Special Guest | The Importance of Building Emotional Connection
May 13, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBLife. Leadership. Business. Growth. Today on the podcast, Steve and special guest Kenny Morgan of Counsel Creative talk about it all when it comes to creativity in business: everything from "imposter syndrome" and navigating what it means to do what you love even when you're not "the expert", how creativity is so valuable in the workplace, and the emphasis on being a constant learner whether in business or in personal life. Kenny Morgan is the Co-Founder and CCO of Counsel Creative, a bran...
#64 - Kenny Morgan: How to build brand connection.
May 13, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutesLife. Leadership. Business. Growth. Today on the podcast, Steve and special guest Kenny Morgan of Counsel Creative talk about it all when it comes to creativity in business: everything from "imposter syndrome" and navigating what it means to do what you love even when you're not "the expert", how creativity is so valuable in the workplace, and the emphasis on being a constant learner whether in business or in personal life. Kenny Morgan is the Co-Founder and CCO of Counsel Creative, a brandin...
Behind the Scenes | Space to Breathe Again
May 06, 2020 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBToday Steve gets back on the mic with Tommy Thompson, former co-host of The Greenhouse Podcast! Together they discuss the "behind the scenes" process of Tommy's first book, Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed - Tommy's experience of writing a book, inspiration for Space to Breathe Again, and what it's like to be on the other side of the writing process, and looking to what's ahead for the book launch in September. We are so excited for Tommy and can't wait to...
#63 - A behind the scenes look at Tommy's first book.
May 06, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutesToday Steve gets back on the mic with Tommy Thompson, former co-host of The Greenhouse Podcast! Together they discuss the "behind the scenes" process of Tommy's first book, Space to Breathe Again: Hope for the Overloaded and Overwhelmed - Tommy's experience of writing a book, inspiration for Space to Breathe Again, and what it's like to be on the other side of the writing process, and looking to what's ahead for the book launch in September. We are so excited for Tommy and can't wait to ...
Lightbulb Moments | Andy Berry
April 30, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBThe final episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. Today Steve interviews Andy Berry, who shares his story while using the Greenhouse Method. If you’ve ever felt like you needed to “bloom where you are planted,” then you will resonate with Andy’s story, because he discovered something unique while going through our process. Andy realized that he is meant to come alive exactly where he is; he didn’...
#62 - Lightbulb Moments: Andy Berry's story.
April 30, 2020 09:00 - 45 minutesThe final episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. Today Steve interviews Andy Berry, who shares his story while using the Greenhouse Method. If you’ve ever felt like you needed to “bloom where you are planted,” then you will resonate with Andy’s story, because he discovered something unique while going through our process. Andy realized that he is meant to come alive exactly where he is; he didn’t n...
#61 - 6 tips for working from home.
April 28, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutesToday we’re sharing our experience of working from home in this season, and some tips we’ve discovered to help navigate it amongst new working, community and family rhythms. [We’re leading this episode with the caveat: we don’t want to be another voice in the noise. However, we’re coaches, and we’re processing this with many of our clients. So we want to share a little truth with you: have grace, be flexible and try different things. It’s okay to listen, take ideas in and leave the rest; lea...
Coffee Chats | 6 Tips for Working from Home
April 28, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBToday we’re sharing our experience of working from home in this season, and some tips we’ve discovered to help navigate it amongst new working, community and family rhythms. [We’re leading this episode with the caveat: we don’t want to be another voice in the noise. However, we’re coaches, and we’re processing this with many of our clients. So we want to share a little truth with you: have grace, be flexible and try different things. It’s okay to listen, take ideas in and leave the rest; l...
#60 - Lightbulb Moments: Johanna Stamps's story.
April 23, 2020 09:00 - 47 minutesThe Greenhouse Method: “A string of lightbulb moments to figure out the next right thing.”The third episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method.-Today Steve interviews Johanna Stamps, and she shares her story while using the Greenhouse Method. Johanna is a great example of what it means to live into her life and career potential as a whole person.-Using the Greenhouse Method, Johanna used her strengths t...
Lightbulb Moments | Johanna Stamps
April 23, 2020 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe Greenhouse Method: “A string of lightbulb moments to figure out the next right thing.” The third episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. - Today Steve interviews Johanna Stamps, and she shares her story while using the Greenhouse Method. Johanna is a great example of what it means to live into her life and career potential as a whole person. - Using the Greenhouse Method, Johanna used her stren...
Lightbulb Moments | Stacy Wood
April 21, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThe Greenhouse Method: “A string of lightbulb moments to figure out the next right thing.” The second episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. - Today Steve interviews Stacy Wood, and she shares her story while using the Greenhouse Method. Stacy struggled with what we call #impostersyndrome: asking questions like, “Who am I to be going after this career shift? What do I even have to offer in this...
#59 - Lightbulb Moments: Stacy Wood's story.
April 21, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutesThe Greenhouse Method: “A string of lightbulb moments to figure out the next right thing.” The second episode in an all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. - Today Steve interviews Stacy Wood, and she shares her story while using the Greenhouse Method. Stacy struggled with what we call #impostersyndrome: asking questions like, “Who am I to be going after this career shift? What do I even have to offer in this ind...
#58 - 5 tips for your job search.
April 17, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutesYou may be wondering how to use this time well and move forward in a positive direction – specifically when it comes to preparing for a change in job or career direction. Today Sundie and Steve gather together over Zoom to talk about 5 Tips for Job Searching. Their number #1 tip? Have the mindset: don’t procrastinate! Break down the job search process into small steps, and take the time to make your tools (resume, LinkedIn, etc.) really great. Take this time we have right now to prepare!// I...
Coffee Chats | 5 Tips for Job Searching
April 17, 2020 09:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBYou may be wondering how to use this time well and move forward in a positive direction – specifically when it comes to preparing for a change in job or career direction. Today Sundie and Steve gather together over Zoom to talk about 5 Tips for Job Searching. Their number #1 tip? Have the mindset: don’t procrastinate! Break down the job search process into small steps, and take the time to make your tools (resume, LinkedIn, etc.) really great. Take this time we have right now to prepare! ...
Lightbulb Moments | Joe Wise
April 15, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBAn all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. This week's episode features Joe Wise and his story while using the Greenhouse Method. Joe is now a business owner, but his story didn't begin there! As you listen in, pay attention to how Joe's story evolved and how he's still growing and learning everyday. Joe is a great example of when you live into your unique value, you get to be more of who you are created to be....
#57 - Lightbulb Moments: Joe Wise's story.
April 15, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutesAn all new series for The Greenhouse Podcast: real people with real stories of their experience with the Greenhouse Method. This week's episode features Joe Wise and his story while using the Greenhouse Method. Joe is now a business owner, but his story didn't begin there! As you listen in, pay attention to how Joe's story evolved and how he's still growing and learning everyday. Joe is a great example of when you live into your unique value, you get to be more of who you are created to be. ...
Special Guest | 3 Key Areas of Learning & Development
April 08, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBLeadership is a journey, and to grow as a leader Lauren Sweeney, Founder & CEO of Dotted Line Agency, has learned that there are three key areas to focus on: 1. Manage stressors and distractions 2. Set an intention at the start of the day 3. Set aside time to do big picture visioning Whether you own a business, would like to, or are simply interested in professional growth, you'll want to tune in to this episode!
#56 - Lauren Sweeney: CEO of DottedLine shares 3 key things to focus on.
April 08, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutesLeadership is a journey, and to grow as a leader Lauren Sweeney, Founder & CEO of Dotted Line Agency, has learned that there are three key areas to focus on:1. Manage stressors and distractions 2. Set an intention at the start of the day 3. Set aside time to do big picture visioningWhether you own a business, would like to, or are simply interested in professional growth, you'll want to tune in to this episode! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to ...
Coffee Chats | 5 Ways to Take Good Care
April 01, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIt's no secret: our day to day lives have changed in some shape or form, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. And there's a massive range of how people are experiencing this! So today, Steve and Tommy gather together (via Zoom!) to discuss 5 Ways to Take Good Care during this time. If you're wondering how to navigate your new normal - you'll want to tune in to this episode for a few thought-provoking and practical tips on how to hold this season with realistic expectations and hope. // Import...
#55 - 5 ways to take care of yourself.
April 01, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutesIt's no secret: our day to day lives have changed in some shape or form, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.And there's a massive range of how people are experiencing this!So today, Steve and Tommy gather together (via Zoom!) to discuss 5 Ways to Take Good Care during this time. If you're wondering how to navigate your new normal - you'll want to tune in to this episode for a few thought-provoking and practical tips on how to hold this season with realistic expectations and hope.//Important Links:C...
Coffee Chats | Rhythms in Uncertainty
March 25, 2020 09:00 - 14 minutes - 9.8 MBThis week Steve and Greenhouse Team Member Sundie get together for a few minutes to discuss the importance of rhythms, specifically during this time of uncertainty with COVID-19. How are you using this time to explore rhythms? We'd love to hear! Leave us a comment in the reviews, and pass the episode along to a friend who you think needs to hear this. Stay healthy - and we'll "see" you next time!
#54 - How to create rhythms in uncertainty.
March 25, 2020 09:00 - 15 minutesThis week Steve and Greenhouse Team Member Sundie get together for a few minutes to discuss the importance of rhythms, specifically during this time of uncertainty with COVID-19.How are you using this time to explore rhythms? We'd love to hear! Leave us a comment in the reviews, and pass the episode along to a friend who you think needs to hear this.Stay healthy - and we'll "see" you next time! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual C...
Voice Memos | Living into Potential
March 18, 2020 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.48 MBWhat do we mean when we say, "Unlock your potential!"? It's actually super practical. You have unique gifts within you just WAITING to be used. One baby step can change everything here! Tune in to today's episode, where Steve talks about this more in depth using the Voice Memo Tool. // We want to hear what you think! Subscribe to the podcast, comment in the reviews, or better yet, share with a friend who you think needs to hear this episode!
#53 - How to unlock your potential.
March 18, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutesWhat do we mean when we say, "Unlock your potential!"?It's actually super practical. You have unique gifts within you just WAITING to be used. One baby step can change everything here!Tune in to today's episode, where Steve talks about this more in depth using the Voice Memo Tool. //We want to hear what you think! Subscribe to the podcast, comment in the reviews, or better yet, share with a friend who you think needs to hear this episode! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page...
Voice Memos | Intentions
March 13, 2020 09:00 - 8 minutes - 6.17 MBAround here at Greenhouse, we’re big fans of taking the [idea] of goals and shifting that energy towards intentions. You see, intentions give us permission to crawl when the world is telling us to run a marathon. Intentions set our eyes on what really matters: small, consistent steps to reach our vision over time. Tune in for today's podcast to hear more of Steve's thoughts on this!
#52 - A few thoughts on setting intentions.
March 13, 2020 09:00 - 10 minutesAround here at Greenhouse, we’re big fans of taking the [idea] of goals and shifting that energy towards intentions.You see, intentions give us permission to crawl when the world is telling us to run a marathon.Intentions set our eyes on what really matters: small, consistent steps to reach our vision over time.Tune in for today's podcast to hear more of Steve's thoughts on this! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire about Individual Coaching, Team C...
#51 - How to live a life of intention.
March 11, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutesA few weeks ago, the Greenhouse Team had a chance to meet Bob Goff at a workshop here in Richmond, VA. - Unfamiliar with Bob? His team shares this about him: “Bob calls himself a "recovering lawyer" because after practicing law for 25 years, then becoming the Hon. Consul to Uganda, he gave up his law firm to pursue writing and speaking full time ... Bob has inspired millions to dream big and make life more awesome. He is driven by a desire to help others unlock their potential to love and be ...
Coffee Chats | Living a Life of Wonder
March 11, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBA few weeks ago, the Greenhouse Team had a chance to meet Bob Goff at a workshop here in Richmond, VA. - Unfamiliar with Bob? His team shares this about him: “Bob calls himself a "recovering lawyer" because after practicing law for 25 years, then becoming the Hon. Consul to Uganda, he gave up his law firm to pursue writing and speaking full time ... Bob has inspired millions to dream big and make life more awesome. He is driven by a desire to help others unlock their potential to love and...
#50 - How to live more meaningfully.
March 06, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutesSteve is back today to talk about the idea of "Clutching Well": can you have multiple purposes? Purpose captures the intentionality of living more meaningfully. It's all about having vision, goals, and meaning for what you're living for. Steve shares today that purpose isn't actually this one big decision or choice, but that maybe purpose culminates a lot of things. Tune in to hear more of his thoughts on this! Contact Greenhouse Coaching Head to the Connect page of our website to inquire a...
Voice Memos | Clutching Well
March 06, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBSteve is back today to talk about the idea of "Clutching Well": can you have multiple purposes? Purpose captures the intentionality of living more meaningfully. It's all about having vision, goals, and meaning for what you're living for. Steve shares today that purpose isn't actually this one big decision or choice, but that maybe purpose culminates a lot of things. Tune in to hear more of his thoughts on this!
You Are a Whole Person
March 04, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBSelf-knowledge is critical to being a better person. No one has ever regretted making more time to be reflective. - There's not just one lifelong job or vocation out there for you. - Knowing the why behind what you value is just as important as naming what they are. - Listed above are just a few major takeaways from our time with Erin Braford on the podcast this week! We talk about everything from productivity and being creative to having a family and running a business. All arrows of ...
#49 - Erin Braford: You are a whole person.
March 04, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutesSelf-knowledge is critical to being a better person. No one has ever regretted making more time to be reflective. - There's not just one lifelong job or vocation out there for you. - Knowing the why behind what you value is just as important as naming what they are. - Listed above are just a few major takeaways from our time with Erin Braford on the podcast this week! We talk about everything from productivity and being creative to having a family and running a business. All arrows of this co...
#48 - Tyler Herrinton: How to make a career shift.
February 28, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutesOn today's episode we sit down with Greenhouse Team member Tyler Herrinton to discuss 3 ways to help gain the confidence needed to make a career shift. If you've ever considered starting a new job or starting your own business, you know it can be extremely daunting and overwhelming to think about. We discuss 3 things we've found helpful to us in the past when considering a big life change like this.Three Tips1) Know Your Numbers2) Know Your Gap3) Know Your RealityImportant Links: Get to know ...
Coffee Chats | Gaining the Confidence Needed to Make a Career Shift
February 28, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBOn today's episode we sit down with Greenhouse Team member Tyler Herrinton to discuss 3 ways to help gain the confidence needed to make a career shift. If you've ever considered starting a new job or starting your own business, you know it can be extremely daunting and overwhelming to think about. We discuss 3 things we've found helpful to us in the past when considering a big life change like this. Three Tips 1) Know Your Numbers 2) Know Your Gap 3) Know Your Reality Important Links: Get...
Setting Up Systems for Success
February 26, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB97% of strategic planning in businesses go unimplemented. The reason for this? There are no real, clear systems in place to make this a reality. Today, Mark O’Donnell, Author and Coach at Optimize for Growth, talked with Steve about helping business leaders and entrepreneurs do what they love and how make time for what they really want. To do what you love well? You need systems. // Mark talks through the four freedoms, specifically for entrepreneurs and business leaders (but, could als...
#47 - Mark O'Donnell: How to create successful systems.
February 26, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes97% of strategic planning in businesses go unimplemented. The reason for this? There are no real, clear systems in place to make this a reality. Today, Mark O’Donnell, Author and Coach at Optimize for Growth, talked with Steve about helping business leaders and entrepreneurs do what they love and how make time for what they really want. To do what you love well? You need systems. // Mark talks through the four freedoms, specifically for entrepreneurs and business leaders (but, could also appl...
#46 - 5 ways to prioritize your weekly to-dos.
February 21, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutes"... I'm fearful of the workload I'm giving myself without a clear workflow." - Greenhouse client Matthew brought this question to Steve a year ago, which fueled today's conversation:How do you prioritize your week when everything feels important? Steve and Tyler Herrinton, Greenhouse's Media Director, talk today about 5 Ways to Prioritize Your Week over coffee on today's podcast.Prioritizing is for everyone! Going through these five steps will help you become aware of where your focus should...
Coffee Chats | 5 Ways to Prioritize Your Week
February 21, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB"... I'm fearful of the workload I'm giving myself without a clear workflow." - Greenhouse client Matthew brought this question to Steve a year ago, which fueled today's conversation: How do you prioritize your week when everything feels important? Steve and Tyler Herrinton, Greenhouse's Media Director, talk today about 5 Ways to Prioritize Your Week over coffee on today's podcast. Prioritizing is for everyone! Going through these five steps will help you become aware of where your focus...
Coffee Chats | 3 Tips for Informational Interviews
February 19, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBLooking for a new job, but want to apply for the right one? Want to make a career shift, but don’t know who to talk to first? Steve sat down with Greenhouse team member, Sundie Marquardt on the podcast today to talk about 3 Tips for Informational Interviews. Sundie is an expert who has coached over ten thousand people, spoken on countless stages, and trained groups on communication, career growth, leadership development, parenting, and company culture - so she knows a little about this st...
#45 - 3 tips for informational interviews.
February 19, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutesLooking for a new job, but want to apply for the right one?Want to make a career shift, but don’t know who to talk to first?Steve sat down with Greenhouse team member, Sundie Marquardt on the podcast today to talk about 3 Tips for Informational Interviews. Sundie is an expert who has coached over ten thousand people, spoken on countless stages, and trained groups on communication, career growth, leadership development, parenting, and company culture - so she knows a little about this stuff! ;...