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 128: Curating Community and Content with Jen Monks
September 27, 2017 22:38 - 45 minutes - 42.4 MBJen Monks, Founder of Life Wise Lady and Business Blogger, shares the story of her journey back into entrepreneurship and the reasons behind why she started her blog. We also chat about "competition", whether we would change our past if given the option, and Jen shares lessons she learned from struggles in her past. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp128.
PP 127: Enjoying the Journey Rather Than Pursuing the Destination
September 23, 2017 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.87 MBAre you completely goal focused? Or are you enjoying where you are at the present moment? In this episode, I remind you how important it is to appreciate and enjoy where you are right now. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp127.
PP 126: John Jonas, Founder of OnlineJobs.ph
September 22, 2017 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.9 MBJohn Jonas shares the journey which took him to founding OnlineJobs.ph, and offers valuable insight on how (and why) to source team members from the Philippines. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp126.
PP 126: Hiring Our Replacement with John Jonas
September 22, 2017 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.9 MBJohn Jonas shares the journey which took him to founding OnlineJobs.ph, and offers valuable insight on how (and why) to source team members from the Philippines. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp126.
PP 125: Positive Productivity Blooper Reel Volume 2
September 21, 2017 05:17 - 8 minutes - 8.2 MBPositive Productivity is NOT about perfection. In this episode, I share a glimpse of what REALLY goes on behind the scenes. Enjoy!
PP 124: Wes Yee, Musician, Artist and Speaker
September 20, 2017 06:43 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMy friend, Wes Yee, and I have a fascinating discussion about various entrepreneurial topics, including impact vs. income, the feeling of "work", and the importance of self-care. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp124.
PP 124: Finding and Sharing Your Authentic Voice with Wes Yee
September 20, 2017 06:43 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBMy friend, Wes Yee, and I have a fascinating discussion about various entrepreneurial topics, including impact vs. income, the feeling of "work", and the importance of self-care. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp124.
PP 123: Me Time vs. Wasted Time
September 19, 2017 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBMany entrepreneurs -- myself included -- find themselves struggling to get away from their screens for fear of wasting time. Listen in to hear my thoughts on me time vs. wasted time. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp123.
PP 122: Living Life with Passion with Christine McAlister
September 18, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBChristine McAlister, a business and success coach, shares the legacy she is trying to build and why. In addition, we discuss reasons and strategies for overcoming fear and the importance of trusting our intuition. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp122.
PP 122: Christine McAlister, Business and Success Coach, and Owner of Life with Passion
September 18, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBChristine McAlister, a business and success coach, shares the legacy she is trying to build and why. In addition, we discuss reasons and strategies for overcoming fear and the importance of trusting our intuition. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp122.
PP 121: Demolition Derby... and 20,001 Other Excuses Why We Don't Act on Our Goals
September 17, 2017 17:40 - 5 minutes - 5.78 MBI was trying to record a batch of podcast episodes before I go out of town for a week, however life had other plans. After enduring lawn mowers, children screaming and then... demolition derby... I realized I, myself, was making excuses for not proceeding. Tune in to hear a guest intro by my daughter, Nevaeh, and common excuses I've heard entrepreneurs use... and they allow to hold them back. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp121.
PP 120: Mindfulness-Based Approaches with Dr. Linda Lehrhaupt
September 16, 2017 15:08 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MBDr. Linda Lehrhaupt and I shared an enlightening conversation about mindfulness. I was especially amazed to discover just how often I spend my days thinking about the past or future rather than enjoying the present moment. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp120.
PP 120: Dr. Linda Lehrhaupt, Executive Director of the Institute for Mindfulness Based Approaches
September 16, 2017 15:08 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MBDr. Linda Lehrhaupt and I shared an enlightening conversation about mindfulness. I was especially amazed to discover just how often I spend my days thinking about the past or future rather than enjoying the present moment. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp120.
PP 119: Control ALL Delete
September 15, 2017 13:50 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBDoes your email inbox create emotional and financial stress? In this episode, I share how emails can lead to over-spending, and how we can easily eliminate email-induced stress. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp119.
PP 118: The Daring Adventures of Life with Amy Braswell
September 14, 2017 11:00 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBAmy and I have a fascinating discussion about batching, delegating, creative inspiration, understanding our limitations and productivity tools! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp118.
PP 118: Amy Braswell, Owner and Designer at Paper Finch Design
September 14, 2017 11:00 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBAmy and I have a fascinating discussion about batching, delegating, creative inspiration, understanding our limitations and productivity tools! Get the show notes and transcription at http://www.thekimsutton.com/pp118.
PP 117: Pick a Powerful Password
September 13, 2017 11:04 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBDo the passwords you use inspire you to take action? Listen as I share how (and why) I believe you should change ALL your passwords. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp117.
PP 116: Digital Marketing with Horsepower with Christina Jones
September 12, 2017 11:00 - 46 minutes - 53.8 MBChristina and I cover a wide berth of small business topics, including shady email marketing tactics, productivity tips, and the logistics of moving your business internationally... All while my cat was having kittens in the next room! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp116.
PP 116: Christina Jones, Queen Bee at Black Type Digital
September 12, 2017 11:00 - 46 minutes - 53.8 MBChristina and I cover a wide berth of small business topics, including shady email marketing tactics, productivity tips, and the logistics of moving your business internationally... All while my cat was having kittens in the next room! Get the show notes and transcription at http://www.thekimsutton.com/pp116.
PP 115: The 5 Tools that Help Me Life-Proof My Business
September 11, 2017 14:36 - 7 minutes - 6.96 MBAs a mompreneur, I never truly know what each new day will bring. In this episode, I share the 5 tools that help me life-proof my business. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp115
PP 114: Mondays and Me Time with Marc Stern
September 08, 2017 09:47 - 22 minutes - 25.8 MBMy great friend and client, Marc Stern, joins me for a chat about his journey as an entrepreneur. We discuss scaling, systems, partnerships, the importance of "Me" time, and Marc's love of Mondays. (Ha!) Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp114.
PP 114: Marc Stern, Co-Founder of Homeowners Hub
September 08, 2017 09:47 - 22 minutes - 25.8 MBMy great friend and client, Marc Stern, joins me for a chat about his journey as an entrepreneur. We discuss scaling, systems, partnerships, the importance of "Me" time, and Marc's love of Mondays. (Ha!) Get the show notes and transcription at http://www.thekimsutton.com/pp114.
PP 113: Podcasters are People too!
September 07, 2017 19:15 - 5 minutes - 5.8 MBJust because I'm on this side of the microphone doesn't mean I consider myself any better or different than you. Remember, everyone poops! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp113.
PP 112: Dave Clare, Self-Proclaimed Prophet for Purpose
September 06, 2017 21:44 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBGrab a pen and paper! Dave provides multiple "Aha!" moments, including his thoughts about why we make our decisions and productive thinking vs. positive thinking. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp112.
PP 111: My "I Am..." A to Zs
September 03, 2017 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.1 MBInspired by Joel Osteen's "The Power of I Am", I created an A-Z "I am..." list to encourage and motivate myself daily. Listen to hear the benefits it has had for me and why I give you the assignment to create the same for yourself. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp111
PP 110: From the Courthouse to the Warehouse with Krystina Dubrule
September 02, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 8.99 MBKrystina shares the story of her transition from full-time social worker to a business owner with a large, international team! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp110.
PP 110: An Entrepreneurial Surprise with Krystina Dubrule
September 02, 2017 11:00 - 7 minutes - 8.99 MBKrystina shares the story of her transition from full-time social worker to a business owner with a large, international team! Get the show notes and transcription at http://www.thekimsutton.com/pp110.
PP 109: Go Back to Bed
September 01, 2017 16:37 - 5 minutes - 5.74 MBWake up in a bad mood? Listen to hear the best advice I can give to get your day running on a positive track. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp109.
PP 108: Confidently Creating Success with Nicole Hoglund
August 31, 2017 11:00 - 38 minutes - 45 MBNicole and I chat about how we need to set up our businesses, products, and pricing in ways which feel good to US, rather than doing what "everyone else is doing." Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp108.
PP 107: Finding Humor in Life's Flounders
August 30, 2017 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.12 MBLaughing during times of struggle can help us get through hardships. Listen as I share how I've laughed at times when others would cry. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp107.
PP 106: Stefania Dalle Pezze, Director FX Trader and Host of Mujeres en Business Podcast
August 29, 2017 12:00 - 23 minutes - 27 MBStefania and I have an awesome discussion about the celebrations and challenges that accompany building a business as a mom AND employee. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp106.
PP 105: Write Your Life Script
August 28, 2017 17:18 - 7 minutes - 7.08 MBI challenge you to write your life script. What does your dream life looks like? Listen as I share how this simple exercise can create HUGE results! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp105.
PP 104: William Roy, Business Coach for Entrepreneurs
August 24, 2017 20:03 - 24 minutes - 28.8 MBWilliam shares the journey that inspired him to integrate the Prado Principle in his life, reducing his work day to five hours. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp104.
PP 103: Life Lessons I've Learned from Disney
August 23, 2017 18:41 - 5 minutes - 5.56 MBWith five kids, I've watched my fair share of animated movies. Listen in to hear some of the best life lessons I've learned from Disney. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp103.
PP 102: Winston Henderson, Founder of 5 Years 2 Mastery
August 18, 2017 20:16 - 36 minutes - 34.3 MBWinston Henderson, Founder of 5 Years 2 Mastery Winston started his first business at 17 and is no stranger to small business struggle. Listen as he shares how he took his business from rock bottom to multiple six-figures, and how he's he's working to help fellow entrepreneurs in his new business, 5 Years 2 Mastery. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp102
PP 101: Using the Tools We're Given
August 16, 2017 19:31 - 4 minutes - 4.96 MBAs small business owners, we can easily fall into a trap of believing we don't have the tools we need to reach the next level. In reality, the tools we need may be right under our noses. In this episode, I share a child story to remind us of the importance of using the tools we're given. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp101.
PP 100: The Pinot Noir That Wrote A Book with Maria Felipe
August 10, 2017 14:39 - 32 minutes - 37.9 MBMaria Felipe shares the fabulous story of how a glass of Pinot Noir accidentally led to her writing her book, Live Your Happy. Maria and Kim Sutton also discuss what it means to "live your happy", how to ignore the cuckoo voice, and what Maria's writing process looked like. Subscribe today! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp100 Check out our new site at https://www.members.thekimsutton.com
PP 099: Stepping Away
August 10, 2017 03:07 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBSometimes it can feel like the harder we push to come up with an idea, the less successful we are. In this episode I share a few ideas to help clear the creativity block by stepping away. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp099.
PP 098: Making Your Passion Possible with Derrick Kwa
August 08, 2017 16:15 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBCreator & host of Passion Blueprint, Derrick Kwa, shares inspirational stories of entrepreneurs with Kim Sutton and encourages listeners to do what you love. Subscribe now & be inspired by his journey and valuable advice! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp098.
PP 097: Our Right to a Respectful Relationship
August 07, 2017 16:41 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBOur Right to a Respectful Relationship In both our personal and professional lives, we have a right to respectful relationships which make us feel heard and safe. In this episode, I share how I recently ended a business partnership when it failed to do so. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp097.
PP 096: Hacking Your Biology with Arvin Kamseh
August 04, 2017 18:57 - 32 minutes - 30 MBButter in your coffee? Breath scaling? Arvin Khamseh explains how he helps people hack their biology and build their businesses. Subscribe today! Get the show notes at https://thekimsutton.com/pp096
PP 095: The Fugly Blanket
August 03, 2017 19:49 - 6 minutes - 6.66 MBIn this episode, I share how my recent craft project is very similar to an obstacle often faced in our personal and professional lives! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp095.
PP 094: Living Your Dreams with Erin Zimmerman
August 02, 2017 21:11 - 42 minutes - 39.7 MBErin Zimmerman reminds you that living your dream shouldn’t be something you put off for “someday.” Erin & host Kim Sutton discuss this as well as social media etiquette and discretion, the attitude of gratitude, the importance of building rapport with your audience & MUCH more! Get the show notes & transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp094.
PP 093: Seasons of Life
August 02, 2017 03:29 - 11 minutes - 11.4 MBIf our lives could be viewed as a line graph measuring successes and struggles, we would likely see "seasons", or distinct periods of highs and lows. In this, my first episode since taking an unexpected break, I share what the current and past seasons looked like in my life, as well as some advice to get through whatever struggles you may be facing. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp093.
PP 092: The Path to a Book Launch with Angela J. Ford
August 01, 2017 01:33 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBAngela J. Ford shares experiences and advice she has gained during her journey as an International Bestselling author of epic fantasy novels, an entrepreneur, a marketing expert, and a musician. Join Angela and host Kim Sutton by subscribing today! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp092
PP 091: The Hokey Pokey of Business
April 28, 2017 16:53 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MBDo you ever feel like you're doing the hokey pokey while you're running your business? I do! Listen in as I discuss! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp091.
PP 090: Impact Before Income with Tanya Patxot
April 26, 2017 11:48 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBTanya Patxot and Kim Sutton discuss how important it is to focus on impacting and helping the people immediately around you before worrying about money. Subscribe today! Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp090.
PP 089: Start a Manure Business
April 25, 2017 14:41 - 5 minutes - 5.82 MBI'm sure you've heard the expression, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." Well, today I'm revising that quote for listeners of the Positive Productivity podcast. Listen in to hear my new adaption. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp089.
PP 088: Going Beyond Being Bound and Broken with Ria Story
April 24, 2017 17:29 - 42 minutes - 39 MBListen as Ria shares how she shared the story of her past, and the impact it has made in her life and lives of others. Ria also shares the structure of P.R.I.M.E., the foundation of a positive and productive day. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp088.
PP 087: The Power of Five
April 04, 2017 13:31 - 4 minutes - 4.95 MBTaking quick breaks - even five-minute breaks - to reduce emotional and physical clutter can help de-stress our day and surroundings. Listen as I share my Power of Five techniques. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp087