Learning to Thrive

Quality leadership isn't always about being the loudest person in the room, but rather how you make an impact through consistently showing up, listening deeply, and inspiring confidence by way of preparation and demeanor. In today’s episode, we discuss how good leaders guide their people with their energy, organization, and problem solving abilities.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to i...

Feeling like there's just not enough time in the week to get everything done? Or that you are incredibly busy, but you're not progressing towards your goals? In this episode, we're discussing time blocking and how to use it as a tool to increase your productivity while helping to make your life feel more balanced.  Episode Links: Passion Planner Amazon Time Blocking Planner --- Epis...

In this episode of the Learning to Thrive Podcast, we dive into the reality that business challenges don't necessarily signal failure. We explore common struggles including seasonal staff turnover, the difficulty of maintaining your values under pressure, feeling overwhelmed by endless to-do lists, and navigating the unpredictable nature of working with people. This candid conversation remind...

In this episode of Learning to Thrive, we explore why growing new skills will require us to tap into new strength. We'll discuss an actionable life audit method, a "Start, Stop, Continue" list, which is a practical tool you can use immediately to identify what to eliminate, what to begin, and what to amplify in your growth journey.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include yo...

In today's episode of Learning to Thrive we share how auditing your ‘business vitals’ in real time, rather than waiting until a moment of need, will allow you to catch trends earlier, capitalize on the positives and proactively address the negatives. We'll review with you the three vitals we track to keep our organization healthy. Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phon...

On today's episode, we're exploring one of Thrive's core values - 'Always Keep Evolving' - and how we can apply this to the personal sphere of our life in addition to the professional. We'll discuss why setting our sights on learning and evolution, rather than simply checking the box to say we've done something, makes our goals feel more fulfilling. Show Links: S...

Struggling with when and how to increase your prices? In this episode of Learning to Thrive we break down how to know when it's time for a price adjustment, and how to develop the confidence you need to make the move without second-guessing yourself. Episode Links: Ep. 68 - Monthly Review: Creating a Habit of Tracking Metrics That Matter --- Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include you...

Summer has a way of slipping through our fingers faster than we expect, which is why we're getting intentional about making the most of these precious months. In today's episode we're sharing our personal summer bucket lists, filled with meaningful experiences, in the hopes it encourages you to create your own summer bucket list. Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number...

Over the 17 years we have been building our program - from originally serving fewer than 100 students to now what is a seven-figure operation - there are many lessons we wish we'd known from day one. In today's episode, we're sharing these strategies we have implemented along the way that can help you make well-informed decisions for your own organization's growth journey. Show...

When our calendars are feeling extra full, it can be easy to slip into an “I have to” mindset. In today's episode we’re discussing how to instead maintain an “I get to” mindset during these busy seasons of life, and why this simple shift is both power and effective. Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at: conta...

In today's episode of Learning to Thrive, we’re discussing what it takes to build a culture of excellence by way of intentional leadership. We'll share with you a variety of methods to grow the culture amongst your employees, so it becomes a living thing within your organization. Episode Links: Ep. 5 - Culture Pt. 1 Ep. 6 - Culture Pt. 2 Ep. 7 - Culture Pt. 3 --- Show Links: Send us Fan...

We're very excited to be sharing our 100th episode of the Learning to Thrive podcast with you! In honor of reaching this milestone, we're discussing why being willing to be bad at something is the push you need to take on whatever it is you're hesitant to start.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at...

In today's episode we discuss building a community with your patrons that extends past just a business/customer relationship. We're sharing communication techniques you can implement within your organization that allow you to share your value with the families you work with, so they can understand your expertise and why you are  an important part of their child’s journey. Episode Links:...

Like the winter holiday season, the newness of spring means that May contains plenty exciting things to look forward to,  but it also means a jam packed calendar for many - from end of year recitals, graduations, school wrap up - the list can feel never ending. In today's episode we are sharing some strategies to keep you grounded and help preserve your energy as you navigate what we like to...

Joining us today is Brandon Glass, here to share about his leadership journey as the PR Manager for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. We'll discuss how to lead your team in a way that flows with the vision and values of your organization, and also prioritizes practical needs like task execution.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respon...

Back with Part 2 of Vision Casting, in today's episode we address the practical ways to implement this powerful tool. Rather than starting at the beginning and mapping out how to get where you want to be, vision casting asks you to envision the process from start to finish and then work your way back with measurable goals. Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or e...

In today's episode of Learning to Thrive, we are reviewing the most impactful pieces of prep-work you can do now to ensure a successful, consistent summer camp experience for your staff, students and families. And, how planning ahead allows you address any outstanding needs before your summer programming commences. Episode Links: Learning to Thrive's FREE Ninja Camp Toolkit --- Show Link...

In this episode, we’re digging into what happens when you get stuck on how to plan for your big idea, aka your vision. We’ll discuss why getting intimately familiar with what your vision looks like once brought to life is the missing piece you need to sustain forward progress.  Episode Links: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey --- Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to inclu...

In today's episode of Learning to Thrive, we are discussing the three systems we have introduced into our daily operations that have allowed us to level up our attention to detail and quality of communication with our team. Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at: contactlearningtothrive@gmail.com Find more Lear...

The beginning of Q2 is the perfect time to evaluate where you are with your goals. The newness of spring brings an opportunity to ask yourself: are you showing up as the person you want to be? And, are your actions in alignment with the values of the person you want to become? Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at:...

In today’s episode we’re sharing about our Emerging Leaders Program, which allows us to invest in our high potential employees by providing them with leadership tools for the future. We will discuss how we identify candidates for this program and what the return on investment is for our organization. Episode Links: Hard Conversations --- Daring Greatly by Brené Brown Dare to Lead by Brené Brown Th...

Everyone is familiar with the analogy for growth as represented by a caterpillar's transformation into butterfly, but what often goes unacknowledged is the process that takes place in the middle - the process of emerging from the cocoon. The  act of 'leveling up' in any area of our life is required in order for lasting change to take hold. In today's episode we are discussing h...

Programming partners can be a positive addition to your business, and it's important to choose ones that align with your organization's values. In today's episode of Learning to Thrive we're sharing how we identify and vet potential partners in order to bring the greatest benefit to our organization as well as our customers lives. Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include...

As a leader in your organization, you are likely no stranger to “hard” conversations. Hard conversations can be daunting, so in today’s episode of Learning to Thrive we are sharing the roadmap we use to facilitate these conversations with confidence.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at: contactlearningtothrive@g...

If you are anything like us at Thrive, your organization experiences cyclical energy expenditure  year over year. In today's episode, we touch on how to recognize the "seasons" your business and your staff go through, and how to plan accordingly.  Show Links: Send us Fan Mail Be sure to include your phone number or email so we can respond to your message! Reach us at: contactlearnin...