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 315: Thinking Outside the Box
April 02, 2018 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.07 MBToday I want to challenge you. Stop thinking outside the box and start thinking INSIDE the box. Tune in to hear what I mean! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp315.
PP 314: Karen Bate, Co-Founder and Co-Conspirator at Awesome Women Entrepreneurs
April 01, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes - 45.1 MBKaren was born and raised in an entrepreneurial family and worked in journalism and public relations after college. In 2007, she founded KB Concepts PR. Listen to hear how a small spark of inspiration turned into something much bigger! Highlights: 04:50 "There's more than enough pie for everybody." 06:40 "You get what you give" 09:15 How AWE is different from other networking groups 13:30 Female vs. Male entrepreneurs 38:00 Accountability/mastermind groups Get the show notes, transc...
PP 313: A Message for the Singletons
March 31, 2018 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.64 MBIn 2010, I found myself in a miserable marriage, sleeping on the couch or even in my office (outside the home). Listen to hear how I met the man of my dreams, and if you're single, what I recommend you do to find your perfect mate. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp313.
PP 312: Eamon Rooney, Business and Executive Coach from Business Pathfinder
March 30, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBEamon graduated from college with an engineering degree, however within a week of entering the workforce, he discovered he didn't want to be an engineer. After being introduced to the coaching industry he realized the path he was supposed to be on and set out on it. Listen as we chat about the mistakes we've made in our businesses, relationship dynamics in life and business, the impact of a positive attitude, and more! Highlights: 00:53 -- Eamon shares his career transition 07:34 -- "W...
PP 311: Adjust Your Attitude
March 29, 2018 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBI think it's probably fair to say that we've all had someone (or someones) in our life who needs an attitude adjustment. But what do we do when that person is ourself? Listen to hear my thoughts! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp311.
PP 310: Jenna Zigler, SeeOO of EyeLove
March 28, 2018 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBJenna and her husband, Travis, are optometrists who realized they wanted to do more with their expertise. Listen as Jenna shares their journey, mission, and vision for the future! Highlights: 9:15 Jenna talks about the mission of EyeLove 11:00 The value of curing preventable blindness 21:15 Jenna's vision for the next five years 22:52 Income vs. Income - words of advice Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp310.
PP 309: Invisible vs. Ignored
March 27, 2018 10:00 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBDuring the early years of my business, I often felt dismissed and ignored as a result of little or no reaction to marketing efforts. Unbeknownst to me, I wasn't being ignored, however. I was invisible. Tune in to hear the difference and how you break out of invisibility and INTO making an impact! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp309.
PP 308: Carolyn Cole, Founder of Boomtank
March 26, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBCarolyn was a senior trial attorney for Fortune 100 and 200 companies for over 20 years. Now she is an executive coach. Listen as we chat about authenticity, marketing, confidence and more! Highlights: 2:45 Being truthful and sharing our struggles 5:20 We discuss public rants and the impact of what we post on social media 22:00 Frankensteining our business 31:00 Discussing the word "hustle" 34:00 Getting into our own power 50:50 Giving ourselves due credit Get the show notes, trans...
PP 307: Learningasms
March 25, 2018 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.8 MBRecently I coined the word, "Learningasms", and in this episode I share when I get them and how we, as entrepreneurs, need to act on the ones we have! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp307.
PP 306: Kimi Morton and Pua Pakele and Cabot, Owners of Best Life Ever
March 24, 2018 10:00 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBKimi and Pua are fitness trainers turned productivity coaches turned business coaches. Listen as we share a fun conversation about transparency, burn-out, following our passion, growing our online community and more! Highlights: 04:30 Do-Be Do vs. Be-Do-Be 07:50 What makes entrepreneurs a bad-ass 09:50 Your vibe attracts your tribe 11:53 Our thoughts about the word "hustle" 27:20 How to find more time in your day to build your passion project 35:40 Our mess becomes our message 44:45...
PP 305: Stop Shoving the Messes Under the Couch... Or Elsewhere
March 23, 2018 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBThis morning I made a discovery in my house involving a mess.... under my couch. Listen to hear how this mess often carries into our businesses, and what we can do about it! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp305.
PP 304: Sera Snyder, Founder and CEO of HealingU
March 22, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB"We're all unique, however, we're also very similar." Sera was diagnosed with a rare abdominal tumor at age 26, and experienced the roller coaster of life follow. Listen to hear how her health scare transformed her life for the better! Highlights: 05:38 Pulling back the layers of the onion - We discuss the transitions -- external and internal -- that come out of major life changes 13:30 Sera's practice of asking, listening and then action 18:05 Patience Get the show notes, transcrip...
PP 303: What to Call the Positive Productivity Tribe?
March 21, 2018 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.81 MBIn this super-quick episode, I'm looking for your feedback! Tune in to hear what on! https://thekimsutton.com/pp303.
PP 302: Rob Dionne, Owner of Open Sky Fitness
March 20, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 91.2 MB"Always remember: The process is the result." Rob was an aspiring actor who moved to Los Angeles with the intention of advancing his acting career. To supplement his income, he became a personal trainer - and loved it! Listen as Rob and I chat about his journey, real estate, finance, health and more! Highlights: 10:15 Advice Rob received from his financial advisor 15:30 Buying real estate as an entrepreneur 22:30 Airbnb - How Rob and his wife cover all their housing expenses using Air...
PP 301: I Love Mondays and am Scared of Weekends!
March 19, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.56 MBAcquaintances laugh when I tell them weekends scare me and I LOVE Mondays! Listen to hear the hilariousness from my house this past weekend -- and the reasoning behind this way of thought! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp301.
PP 300: Steve Olsher, Host of Reinvention Radio, Author of What is Your What, and Founder of the New Media Summit
March 18, 2018 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB"You can spend your time or you can invest your time." Steve had an entrepreneurial spirit as a young boy, and opened an alcohol-free nightclub at age 19. Listen as we discuss his journey as an entrepreneur, technology, accountability and more! Highlights: 08:00 Discussing the New Media Summit 09:30 The high that accompanies and follows live events, and why we need to connect with fellow entrepreneurs in person 13:35 Kids and socialization 19:15 The evolution of technology 22:00 Ste...
PP 300: Investing Your Time with Steve Oshler
March 18, 2018 06:00“You can spend your time or you can invest your time.” Steve had an entrepreneurial spirit as a young boy, and opened an alcohol-free nightclub at age 19. Listen as we discuss his journey as an entrepreneur, technology, accountability and more! Check out my website for shownotes Follow Kim on: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Highlights: 08:00 Discussing the New Media Summit 09:30 The high that accompanies and follows live events, and why we need to connect with fellow entre...
PP 299: Redirect Links and 404 Pages
March 17, 2018 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.56 MBEarlier this week I sent out an email with links that didn't work. Listen to learn about redirect links and 404 pages, and how you should (or shouldn't) use them in your business! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp299.
PP 298: Lisa Avery, Positive Psychologist and Coach from Work is Vocation
March 16, 2018 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB"Tap in to your authenticity." Lisa received a degree in languages and moved to Spain where she taught in a school of psychologists. As she became more involved, she became increasingly fascinated. Listen as we discuss Lisa's journey and the discoveries which came from it. Highlights include: 3:20 Gratitude - We discuss the importance -- and lack of -- gratitude, for ourselves AND others 11:40 Forward thinking vs. past thinking 18:30 The three core human needs 27:15 Three ways to thi...
PP 297: How I'm Pushing Through Recent Social Media Algorithm and TOS Updates
March 15, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.65 MBFacebook and Twitter have (again) made big changes to their algorithms/terms of service. Listen to how I'm pushing through and why! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp297.
PP 296: Amy Mewborn, Founder and CEO of AmyMewborn.com
March 14, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB"Keep your business as simple as you can to get done what you want to get done." Amy spent 15+ years in finance and was making over 6-figures, however she burnt herself out. She realized she was building others' wealth and not her own, and she wanted more out of life. Listen as Amy and I share an amusing conversation about entrepreneurship, Amy's journey, books, movies, telemarketers, tools and more! Highlights: 03:30 - Amy and I discuss the word, "hustle" 05:50 - We chat about gross v...
PP 295: A Message for Parentpreneurs
March 13, 2018 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.81 MBParentpreneurs, I know we face our own set of entrepreneurial struggles. As if being a parent OR being a business owner wasn't hard enough, when you mix them together it can be... interesting. Listen as I share recent happenings from my house! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp295.
PP 294: Jenn Taylor, Book Coach
March 12, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.4 MBJenn has been a writer since high school, and has an amazing story to share! From living on the streets to becoming a journalist, being the mother of 18 kids to facing a job loss, Jenn has faced her share of struggles -- and overcome! Highlights of our chat include: 4:33 Jenn discusses her thoughts about the word "busy" 7:55 Jenn shares how books are NOT money making 16:30 We chat about how women/mothers often don't cut themselves enough slack -- despite an abundance of effort 18:00 De...
PP 293: My Big Multiple Streams of Income "Aha!" Moment
March 11, 2018 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBIn the last month, my team and coaches both opened my eyes to low hanging fruit I was missing in my business.... An obvious source of extra income. Listen as I share what this additional income stream is, and how you can consider setting up the same for you. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp293.
PP 292: Christine Li, Procrastination Coach
March 10, 2018 11:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB"When we feel good, our work will be good." As a student, Christine often dealt with anxiety and procrastination issues. After leading a procrastination workshop, however, her eyes were opened to a new way of working -- for both herself and others. Listen as Christine and I chat about stalling due to perfectionism, the need to focus on big rocks rather than minute tasks, accountability, productivity tools and more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://th...
PP 291: Being Proud vs. Being Humble
March 09, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.66 MBI know what it's like to be too proud to ask for help. Believe me, I do. Sometimes, however, we need to suck it up and be honest with where we are, and the help we need to get to where we want to go. Tune in as I discuss! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp291.
PP 290: Melonie DeRose, Founder and Chief Goal Digger at Empact Bars
March 08, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB"Wake up and end each day thinking of all the things that are amazing in your life." Melonie was a corporate attorney for years, however she realized she held no passion for the profession and wanted to give back to society in some way. After having her first daughter, she looked for a fitness solution for new moms and realized a void in the market. Fe Fit was born. Listen to hear where Melonie's entrepreneurial journey has gone since! Melonie and I share a fun chat about pregnancy and m...
PP 289: Opening the Lines of Communication
March 07, 2018 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.16 MBIn episode 287 of the Positive Productivity podcast I discussed my own struggles with anxiety, as well as several of the techniques I've used to relieve it. In this episode, I share how opening the lines of communication has also relieved anxiety. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp289.
PP 288: Jessica Honegger, Founder and Co-CEO of Noonday Collection and Host of the Going Scared Podcast
March 06, 2018 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB"Awareness is the first step to figuring out how to move forward." Jessica has had quite the career journey! In 2008, she and her husband had two children and were flipping houses with the intention of adding another child to their family through adoption. When the housing market crashed, they were forced to use their savings on living expenses rather than on adoption. The opportunity which presented itself next is now helping thousands of families worldwide! Listen as Jessica and I chat...
PP 287: An Episode for Those with Anxiety
March 05, 2018 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBAfter being a guest on several other podcasts and sharing my experiences and struggles with anxiety, I realized it is time to be completely authentic on my own podcast. In this episode, I share my struggles, along with a message for those who share the struggle. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp287.
PP 286: Bill Nowicki, Storyteller from Nowicki Media and Engineer in the Nuclear Industry
March 04, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBBill grew up in a large family and had to figure out many of the nuances of life on his own. He joined the Navy, and was in the nuclear program where extended submarine journeys taught him the art of storytelling. Listen to hear how Bill's journey progressed into him becoming a podcaster and entrepreneur. Bill shares submarine stories, we chat about the value of a locally focused podcast, and we discuss the extroverted introvert qualities we share. Get the show notes, transcription and r...
PP 285: Grey Hairs are My Medals of Honor
March 03, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBLately I've noticed that new grey hairs are multiplying on my head, taunting me with their strength and thickness. I've also realized, though, that like the grey hairs, the struggles that gave me those hairs made ME stronger. Listen to hear my thoughts. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp285.
PP 284: Adam Schaeuble, Head Transformologist with TransformationCoach.me
March 02, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 43.3 MB"We can make progress or we can make excuses. We can't do both." An amazing life transformation and personal development journey led Adam to lose 100 pounds and accomplish an impressive list of life goals. Since then, Adam has helped people in his town lose over 35,000 pounds and is now on a world-wide, million-pound mission. Adam and I chat about when we were introduced to the Law of Attraction, the low points which came before our individual transformations, our affirmative action list...
PP 283: The Fine Art of NOT Doing It All
March 01, 2018 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.49 MBI'm honored when people ask me, "How do you do it all?" In all actuality, however, I don't. I am, instead, practicing the fine art of NOT doing it all. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp283. .
PP 282: Michael Schreiber, Business Strategy Consultant and Host of Clearing the Path Podcast
February 28, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB"Don't know too much. Don't be too smart... Get out of your own way of allowing surprise and creativity into your life." Michael was an actor in New York City who gained a reputation as an acting coach. From there, Michael realized his skills as a coach could benefit business owners and executives as well. Michael and I chat about inherited purpose, income vs. impact, cutting the weaker branches out of our life and more. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at http...
PP 281: The Yes Sickness
February 27, 2018 11:00 - 3 minutes - 3.71 MBAre you infected with the Yes Sickness? Do you say "Yes" whenever anybody asks you to do anything? Listen in to hear my perspective. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp281.
PP 280: Dr. Brian Boxer Wachler, Author of Perceptual Intelligence
February 26, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB"Think about the big picture. Why are you really here?" Brian is an ophthalmologist with a fascination for psychology. While at the 2014 Olympics with his patient, Steven Holcomb, he saw how the world's perceptions were being altered by Putin, and decided to write his book, Perceptual Intelligence. Dr. Brian and I chat about the downside of influencers and influencing, the importance of seeking the truth and well developed critical thinking skills, how we're here to help each other, cat ...
PP 279: Step Up Your Communication, Step Up Your Success
February 25, 2018 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MBI was recently hired by a new client to assemble a digital marketing campaign within a short time frame. Unfortunately, communication was lacking. Listen to hear the struggles that ensued, as well as how we can all afford to step up our communication. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp279.
PP 278: Maxwell Finn, Co-Founder of Unicorn Innovations
February 24, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MB"Do what you love." Max became an entrepreneur in college, and raised several million dollars in venture funding. Through that company, he learned he had a passion for digital marketing, specifically direct response. Today, Unicorn Innovations offers digital marketing services and training to small businesses and corporations. Max and I chat about the meaning of the word "Unicorn," the importance of knowing our ideal client -- and only working with them, the mistakes we've made along our...
PP 277: My New Favorite Productivity and Focus Tool
February 23, 2018 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.31 MBI was recently introduced to a new productivity tool, and I instantly fell in love. Listen to here how I'm using it in my business, and how it's helping me get more done! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp277.
PP 276: Cauvee, Inspiration Engineer and Edutainer
February 22, 2018 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB"Relationships drive revenue." As a child, Cauvee knew he wanted to be a musician, and quickly realized he wanted to be an independent artist. His journey has led him to combine music with personal development and motivational messages, and thus, become an inspiration engineer. We talk about the motivation or side effects caused by the words, "You can't...", the importance of giving value and building strong relationships, ethical sales and marketing strategies and more. Get the show n...
PP 275: Stop Shortcutting Your Healthcare
February 21, 2018 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.73 MBDue to taking shortcuts where my healthcare was concerned, I just returned home after spending two days in the hospital. Tune in to hear what happened, and how (and why) to prevent the same from happening to you. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp275.
PP 274: Izabela Lundberg, CEO and Founder of Legacy Leaders Academy
February 20, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MB"Leave a legacy, a legacy that matters. Be the legend in your legendary way." Izabela grew up in Yugoslavia, and as a teenager, became a refugee and immigrant. She eventually settled in the United States, where she furthered her education and founded her business. Today, Izabela works with leaders worldwide, empowering them to lead a more meaningful life. We chat about the importance of connection and gratitude, the why behind our businesses, impact vs. income, and more! Get the show n...
PP 273: My Digital Marketing Purge
February 19, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.9 MBWhen's the last time you performed a digital marketing purge? Or have you ever? In this episode, I share how I have been actively been purging my digital marketing -- from the clutter within my Infusionsoft account to my social media profiles. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp273.
PP 272: Corey Poirier, CEO and Keynote Speaker at Career Alternatives
February 18, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBCorey Poirier was raised by a single mother and became an entrepreneur at a young age, He founded a business publication at age 19, before entering the Fortune 500 corporate sector. When a play he wrote and produced faced a minor hiccup, he took a course on standup comedy to become more confident on stage. Listen as Corey shares his journey into his career as a public speaker, author and podcaster. In addition, we chat about how we were raised, speaking bloopers, our significant others, sw...
PP 271: The Two Words You NEED to Delete from Your Vocabulary
February 17, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.54 MBThere are two words you need to delete from your vocabulary, and no, I am not talking about swear words. Listen to hear what these two words are, and what you should say instead. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp271.
PP 270: Mitchell Walker, Author of The Pouch Plan Budget
February 16, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MB"The average person doesn't possess the skills, the resources, the knowledge to be able to budget like the big boys do, yet they need that information more critically." Earlier in his life, Mitchell found himself coming out of an unexpected divorce, selling his company for pennies on the dollar, and over $100,000 in debt. After remarrying, he and his wife realized they needed to make changes to how they handled their finances. The Pouch Plan was born. In our chat, Mitchell and I are tran...
PP 269: This OR That
February 15, 2018 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MBAre you able to prioritize your tasks and put the most important at the top of your to-do list? When the task IS at the top of your list, are you able to complete it before all others? Too often, entrepreneurs allow themselves to think they can do everything, all the time. It's time for this to end. It's time to choose BETWEEN this or that. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp269.
PP 268: Travis Zigler, SEE-EO of Eye Love, LLC
February 14, 2018 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB"SAVE - Selflessly Add Value Everyday" Travis and his wife moved cross-country to open two eye clinics. Shortly after, they founded Eye Love, and online retailer of eye-care products. Today, the proceeds from Eye Love fund eye clinics in Jamaica and in the US, where they are on a mission to end preventable blindness. Travis educates me on the symptoms and solutions for dry eye, the story of his career and relationship with his wife, and his vision for the future. In addition, we chat abo...
PP 267: Cutting Out the Extras - Part 2
February 13, 2018 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.59 MBHow many projects are you actively trying to work on -- at one time? I recently had the shocking realization that I have been trying -- unsuccessfully -- to work on TEN at the same time! Listen to hear what this has cost -- not gained me! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp267