Positive Productivity
788 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 138 ratingsWe didn't start our businesses to become broke, broken and/or burnt out, but unfortunately, for so many parent entrepreneurs (parentpreneurs), that's exactly what happens. On The Work Smarter, Not Harder Podcast, Kim Sutton and her guests will empower Christian parentpreneurs like you with the systems and strategies you need to get away from your business and back to the people and activities you love. Topics discussed will include mindset, boundaries, confidence, visibility, business systems, team building, marketing, networking, relationships, work/life balance and more! #worksmarternotharder
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PP 228: Improve Your Brain Performance and Productivity with Steven Masley
January 05, 2018 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB"Somebody who eats one cup of green leafy vegetables a day has a brain that's 11 years younger than someone who doesn't." Dr. Masley and his team research and study the lifestyle choices which can improve our brain performance and productivity. We chat about my own struggles with brain fog stemming from thyroid issues and sleep deprivation, as well as about how food, nutrients, activities, stress, and toxins affect our performance. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentio...
PP 227: Clearing Physical Clutter to Prevent Emotional Clutter
January 04, 2018 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.84 MBIs extra physical clutter in your house contributing to excess emotional clutter? Listen as I share how I'm preparing myself and my house for the best year ever! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp227
PP 226: The Will to Work Through the Good and Bad with Matt Miller
January 03, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB"You've got to be willing to work through the good times and bad. It's a marathon, not a race." Matt is a recovering Air Force pilot and corporate executive who wanted more control over his life and income. He is now the owner of School Spirit Vending, with a franchise team of over 100+ members across 40 states. Our chat discusses a wide berth of topics including school spirit, asking for help when you're struggling, how Matt started his franchise model, the benefits of hiring a business...
PP 226: Matt Miller, Owner of School Spirit Vending
January 03, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB"You've got to be willing to work through the good times and bad. It's a marathon, not a race." Matt is a recovering Air Force pilot and corporate executive who wanted more control over his life and income. He is now the owner of School Spirit Vending, with a franchise team of over 100+ members across 40 states. Our chat discusses a wide berth of topics including school spirit, asking for help when you're struggling, how Matt started his franchise model, the benefits of hiring a business...
PP 225: SICCESS
January 02, 2018 11:00 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBNo, there isn't a typo in the title of this episode. After my family (including me!) all got the gift of the flu for Christmas, I realized the most important thing I could do for myself was SLEEP and take care of myself. Listen to a quick episode about siccess vs. success. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp225.
PP 224: Jonathan Price, Personal Trainer and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Owner of Nourished Performance
January 01, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MBJonathan developed a fondness for fitness and nutrition in high school and his interest continued through college to today. Listen as Jonathan and I chat about following your passions and turning them into income and impact generating activities. Jonathan shares how he's transitioning from big box gyms to running his own facility, and we also chat about how timing works out when we're patient. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp224.
PP 224: Fondness for Fitness with Jonathan Price
January 01, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MBJonathan developed a fondness for fitness and nutrition in high school and his interest continued through college to today. Listen as Jonathan and I chat about following your passions and turning them into income and impact generating activities. Jonathan shares how he's transitioning from big box gyms to running his own facility, and we also chat about how timing works out when we're patient. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp224.
PP 223: My Biggest Shifts of 2017
December 31, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MB2017 was a year of major shifts and improvements in my life. Listen to hear what my biggest shifts were, and how they have impacted my life. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp223.
PP 222: Thrive in a Life with Herpes with Alexandra Harbushka
December 30, 2017 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB"You can do one of two things: You can do nothing and let it destroy your life or you can go out and change the world with it." Alexandra has taken an unfortunate diagnosis and turned it into a business and podcast that now helps and impacts a huge community. We chat about the stigma attached to people with Herpes, the depression and anxiety suffered by those diagnosed, and how life goes on - in all the best ways when we stop obstacles from being barriers. Get the show notes, transcripti...
PP 222: Alexandra Harbushka, Herpes Expert from Life With Herpes
December 30, 2017 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB"You can do one of two things: You can do nothing and let it destroy your life or you can go out and change the world with it." Alexandra has taken an unfortunate diagnosis and turned it into a business and podcast that now helps and impacts a huge community. We chat about the stigma attached to people with Herpes, the depression and anxiety suffered by those diagnosed, and how life goes on - in all the best ways when we stop obstacles from being barriers. Get the show notes, transcripti...
PP 221: Batching isn't Just for the Kitchen
December 29, 2017 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBJumping from task to task (aka multitasking) costs us time, money and efficiency. Listen as I share a quick insight on the benefits of batching. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp221.
PP 220: When Life Gives You a Nudge with Roger Ramsukh
December 28, 2017 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBEven if you're doing what you think you should and it brings you joy, sometimes life gives you a nudge in the right direction. Roger had a history of losing his job, when, after one final job loss, his wife suggested it was a sign from God to discover and pursue his life Purpose. Roger and I share discuss how money shouldn't determine our path, how neither of us feels as though we've grown up, our love for entrepreneurship despite our family history, and much more! Get the show notes, ...
PP 220: Roger Ramsukh, Therapist, Author and Speaker, and Owner of 2nd Authentic Life
December 28, 2017 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBEven if you're doing what you think you should and it brings you joy, sometimes life gives you a nudge in the right direction. Roger had a history of losing his job, when, after one final job loss, his wife suggested it was a sign from God to discover and pursue his life Purpose. Roger and I share discuss how money shouldn't determine our path, how neither of us feels as though we've grown up, our love for entrepreneurship despite our family history, and much more! Get the show notes, ...
PP 219: Stop Trying and Start Doing
December 27, 2017 11:00 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBToday I have a challenge for you. Stop trying, and start DOING! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp219.
PP 218: Thom Singer, Owner of New Year Publishing, Speaker, Emcee and Host of Cool Things Entrepreneurs Do Podcast
December 26, 2017 11:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBAfter finding himself in a sales executive position, Thom realized he wanted to do something bigger. Listen as Thom shares the story of how he became a sought-after speaker, author and eventually podcaster. Thom and I discuss the lean, struggle days of our businesses, how the life of a speaker isn't as glamorous as one may think, how saying "No" isn't always the best decision, and much much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp218.
PP 218: The World of a Speaker with Thom Singer
December 26, 2017 11:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBAfter finding himself in a sales executive position, Thom realized he wanted to do something bigger. Listen as Thom shares the story of how he became a sought-after speaker, author and eventually podcaster. Thom and I discuss the lean, struggle days of our businesses, how the life of a speaker isn't as glamorous as one may think, how saying "No" isn't always the best decision, and much much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp218.
PP 217: How I Pull Extra Minutes Out of My Day
December 25, 2017 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MBAs a business owner and mom of five, I need to be especially careful how I spend every moment of every day. Listen to hear a few of the tools and tricks I use to maximize my efficiency and productivity. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp217.
PP 216: Sam and Patrick Cullinane, Founders and Authors of Bigger Love
December 24, 2017 11:00 - 38 minutes - 36 MB"You can't truly give somebody the love that they need until you have filled up your own love cup." Sam and Patrick were married just shy of 10 years when they separated. During 11+ months apart, they both grew, and they reunited before turning in their (signed) divorce papers. Tune in to hear Sam, Patrick and I chat about how they are helping couples create healthier, lasting relationships. We discuss kids, communication, finances, self-love and respect and more! Get the show notes, tra...
PP 216: Fill Up to Give Love with Sam and Patrick Cullinane
December 24, 2017 11:00 - 38 minutes - 36 MB"You can't truly give somebody the love that they need until you have filled up your own love cup." Sam and Patrick were married just shy of 10 years when they separated. During 11+ months apart, they both grew, and they reunited before turning in their (signed) divorce papers. Tune in to hear Sam, Patrick and I chat about how they are helping couples create healthier, lasting relationships. We discuss kids, communication, finances, self-love and respect and more! Get the show notes, tra...
PP 215: Soul Satisfying Work
December 23, 2017 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MBI was in business for almost four years before I began the transition into soul satisfying work. Listen to hear how I did it and how you can too. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp215.
PP 214: Reconnecting People with Nature with Elizabeth Walker
December 22, 2017 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBAfter being an urban forester for 25 years, Elizabeth realized the job wasn't as fulfilling as it once was. She now works with executives to help them manage their stress by reconnecting with nature. Elizabeth and I chat about our entrepreneurial journeys, the importance of passion in our work, how ridiculously disconnected our modern society is, and much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp214.
PP 214: Elizabeth Walker, Leadership Coach, Urban Forester and the Owner of Mind, Body Woo Woo
December 22, 2017 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBAfter being an urban forester for 25 years, Elizabeth realized the job wasn't as fulfilling as it once was. She now works with executives to help them manage their stress by reconnecting with nature. Elizabeth and I chat about our entrepreneurial journeys, the importance of passion in our work, how ridiculously disconnected our modern society is, and much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp214.
PP 213: Coaches Who Want Us to Go Broke
December 21, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.55 MBI don't have many pet peeves (maybe two?), however, the one that's getting under my skin right now is coaches who want prospects to max out their credit cards to hire them. Hear my thoughts about this pet peeve in this episode. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp213.
PP 213: A Rare Pet Peeve - Coaches Who Want Us to Go Broke to Hire Them
December 21, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.55 MBI don't have many pet peeves (maybe two?), however, the one that's getting under my skin right now is coaches who want prospects to max out their credit cards to hire them. Hear my thoughts about this pet peeve in this episode. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp213.
PP 212: Ruth Ullmann, Owner of My Elder Care Journey
December 20, 2017 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBRuth was a successful business owner when she moved cross country to take care of her own aging parents. While she thought she could juggle her business and caretaking, she ended up losing her business. Ruth now helps small businesses thrive as the owners spend 20+ hours a week caring for aging parents. Listen as we chat about the need to be working ON our business rather than IN it, how to navigate the elder care system, how many years the stress of caregiving takes off our lives and more...
PP 212: Preparing Your Business for Aging Parents with Ruth Ullmann
December 20, 2017 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBRuth was a successful business owner when she moved cross country to take care of her own aging parents. While she thought she could juggle her business and caretaking, she ended up losing her business. Ruth now helps small businesses thrive as the owners spend 20+ hours a week caring for aging parents. Listen as we chat about the need to be working ON our business rather than IN it, how to navigate the elder care system, how many years the stress of caregiving takes off our lives and more...
PP 211: How Responsive are You?
December 19, 2017 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.79 MBHow responsive are you? Are you building your rapport by responding to messages you receive? Or are you stunting your growth by casting them off with an, Eh...? Listen to hear my thoughts! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp211.
PP 210: Put the Heart Back in Business with Paula Brown
December 18, 2017 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBAfter passing away due to a stomach aneurysm, Paula was turned back by her father and told to find her Why. At the time, Paula was in the midst of major life change and realized she was supposed to do more. We chat about finding your deep down purpose, mindset, burnout, Chronic Idea Disorder, the need to say "No" and much, much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp210.
PP 210: Paula Brown, Heartist and Owner/Founder of Chi-Lightful
December 18, 2017 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBAfter passing away due to a stomach aneurysm, Paula was turned back by her father and told to find her Why. At the time, Paula was in the midst of major life change and realized she was supposed to do more. We chat about finding your deep down purpose, mindset, burnout, Chronic Idea Disorder, the need to say "No" and much, much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp210.
PP 209: Who Are Your Five People?
December 17, 2017 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.68 MBOver the past couple of years I have greatly shifted the people who I consider to be my personal mentors. Tune in to hear why! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp209.
PP 208: Sophia Wise One, Embodiment Expert and Host of Vagina Talks Podcast
December 16, 2017 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBSophia has had quite the entrepreneurial journey, starting with a live-action role-playing game camp for teens and adults (which she still runs!) and then to becoming an embodiment expert. Listen in as we chat about relationships, productivity, transparency and so much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp208.
PP 208: Being Positive and Real with Sophia Wise One
December 16, 2017 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBSophia has had quite the entrepreneurial journey, starting with a live-action role-playing game camp for teens and adults (which she still runs!) and then to becoming an embodiment expert. Listen in as we chat about relationships, productivity, transparency and so much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp208.
PP 207: Vanity Numbers
December 15, 2017 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBDespite meshing really well with the host, I was recently turned down for a virtual summit because of the size of my email list. Listen as I explain why I believe numbers like this are vanity numbers. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp207.
PP 206: Paul Dixon, Co-Owner of Papa Lemon Books
December 14, 2017 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MBPaul and his cousin, Lehman Riley, launched Papa Lemon Books in 2004. Using their grandfather as the primary character, Papa Lemon Books share historical stories with children. In our chat, Paul shares how he transitioned from working full time in sales with Disney to focusing full-time on building the Papa Lemon brand. We chat about the common misconceptions wannabe entrepreneurs have about entrepreneurship, the lessons we've learned along our entrepreneurial journeys, and why educating t...
PP 206: How Papa Lemon Books Made Lemonade with Paul Dixon
December 14, 2017 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MBPaul and his cousin, Lehman Riley, launched Papa Lemon Books in 2004. Using their grandfather as the primary character, Papa Lemon Books share historical stories with children. In our chat, Paul shares how he transitioned from working full time in sales with Disney to focusing full-time on building the Papa Lemon brand. We chat about the common misconceptions wannabe entrepreneurs have about entrepreneurship, the lessons we've learned along our entrepreneurial journeys, and why educating t...
PP 205: Sorting Socks is a Waste of My Time
December 13, 2017 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.78 MBTaking care of clean laundry is with no doubt the least favorite chore in my house. And sorting socks? Hell no! It just doesn't happen! Listen as I share why I'd rather wear mis-matched socks. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp205.
PP 204: Melinda Wittstock, CEO and Founder of Verifeed and Host of Wings of Inspired Business Podcast
December 12, 2017 11:00 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MB"The best answer is to know who you are, know your true purpose in life, and really be authentic and in line with that." Melinda shares how she transitioned from being a journalist to founding Verifeed, a social intelligence platform. We discuss the importance of knowing who our clients and customers are, what their desires are, where they hang out and how we can best connect with them on a personal level. We also chat about ROA - Return on Authenticity. Get the show notes, transcription...
PP 204: Being Authentic to Your Purpose with Melinda Wittstock
December 12, 2017 11:00 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MB"The best answer is to know who you are, know your true purpose in life, and really be authentic and in line with that." Melinda shares how she transitioned from being a journalist to founding Verifeed, a social intelligence platform. We discuss the importance of knowing who our clients and customers are, what their desires are, where they hang out and how we can best connect with them on a personal level. We also chat about ROA - Return on Authenticity. Get the show notes, transcription...
PP 203: Escaping the State of Scarcity Mode
December 11, 2017 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.47 MBMy husband and I have been no stranger to living in scarcity mode. In this episode, I share a few of the steps you can take to get out of scarcity mindset and begin living an abundant life. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp203.
PP 202: The Power of Choice with Marie White
December 10, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MB"When we go through something hard, we have a choice. We can choose to be broken, we can choose to be bitter, or we can choose to be better." Marie and I share the deepest conversation of the Positive Productivity podcast to date. We share how tragedies in our families guided us on our entrepreneurial paths. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp202.
PP 202: Marie White, Award Winning and Best Selling Author
December 10, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MB"When we go through something hard, we have a choice. We can choose to be broken, we can choose to be bitter, or we can choose to be better." Marie and I share the deepest conversation of the Positive Productivity podcast to date. We share how tragedies in our families guided us on our entrepreneurial paths. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp202.
PP 201: 3 Ways to Overcome Holiday Anxiety
December 09, 2017 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.83 MBMy family has been no stranger to holiday adversity, and as such, I have not been a stranger to holiday anxiety. In this episode, I share three techniques to help you overcome holiday anxiety. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp201.
PP 200: The Podcasting Bug with Jeremy Ryan Slate
December 08, 2017 11:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJeremy and I have a blast in this extremely conversational episode! Jeremy shares how he transitioned from being a college professor to building his career in the podcasting industry. And then we dive into how we got bit by the podcasting bug, characteristics of bad podcast guests, our feelings about staff meetings and a whole lot more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp200.
PP 200: Jeremy Ryan Slate, Co-Founder of CommandYourBrand.Media and Host of Create Your Own Life Podcast
December 08, 2017 11:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBJeremy and I have a blast in this extremely conversational episode! Jeremy shares how he transitioned from being a college professor to building his career in the podcasting industry. And then we dive into how we got bit by the podcasting bug, characteristics of bad podcast guests, our feelings about staff meetings and a whole lot more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp200.
PP 199: Whoa! I Made it to 200 Episodes!
December 07, 2017 11:00 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBThank you, my listeners, for supporting me through the first 200 episodes! In this super-short solo-show, I share my gratitude along with some of the show stats. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp199.
PP 198: Too Busy to Get Busy with Jane Guyn
December 06, 2017 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJane was the Chief Swine Officer at Piggy Plan, a company providing paper mache piggy banks to fundraising organizations when she realized her life needed to change. In this episode, Jane shares the story of her transformation from drab housewife to fab, hot wife. Jane and I are all in this chat about sexuality, eroticism, and the importance of knowing ourselves and recognizing our deepest desires. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp198.
PP 198: Jane Guyn, Queen of Happy Endings at Grownup Love and Author of Too Busy to Get Busy
December 06, 2017 11:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJane was the Chief Swine Officer at Piggy Plan, a company providing paper mache piggy banks to fundraising organizations when she realized her life needed to change. In this episode, Jane shares the story of her transformation from drab housewife to fab, hot wife. Jane and I are all in this chat about sexuality, eroticism, and the importance of knowing ourselves and recognizing our deepest desires. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp198.
PP 197: A Challenge to YOU to Keep ME Accountable for My Goals
December 05, 2017 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBDo you have a charity that you would love support more than you already do? What if I could help? Listen to how my not meeting my weekly goals may be able to do just that. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp197.
PP 197: A Challenge for YOU to Keep ME Accountable for My Goals
December 05, 2017 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBDo you have a charity that you would love support more than you already do? What if I could help? Listen to how my not meeting my weekly goals may be able to do just that. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp197.
PP 196: Stepping Outside Our Comfort Zone with Andy Molinsky
December 04, 2017 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAndy Molinsky was a professor for a number of years before he realized he wanted to do something more. He wrote "Global Dexterity", and a few years later, "Reach: A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone." Andy shares the pain points commonly associated with stepping outside our comfort zone, including authenticity, likeability, confidence, and resentment. In addition, Andy and I chat about our own struggles and the best strategies and resources to use when pushing past th...