The Productivity Shift

Jennifer McKibbin Harris has spent eight years working with growing businesses on the people side of their company. She's not your stuffy HR person. She's the one leaders call when the house is on fire, and ideally before it gets to that. In this episode we talk about: Why you already have a culture, whether you created it intentionally or not, and what to do about it The stuff that happens betwee...

Andy Nunez has spent 30 years helping founders and operators see what they're too close to see. In this conversation we get into the messy gap between how a business feels like it's running and how it's actually running. Here's what we dig into: Why data alone isn't enough and why context is the thing most businesses are missing What "key person risk" actually means and why it probably applies to...

Episode 130: Do More, More Naturally with Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp You know how sometimes you're crushing it at work, checking all the boxes, getting promoted, doing everything "right"... and you're completely miserable? Yeah, we're talking about that today. I sat down with Amy Bruske from Kolbe Corp to dig into something I've been nerding out about for years: the Kolbe Index. This isn't about per...

Episode Title: "Experts, Not Gurus: Why I Joined The Crew's Faculty Model" Show Notes: This week I'm sharing a conversation I had with Mari Wuellner on her Living on Purpose Podcast about the state of the coaching industry and why it desperately needs a reality check. What we covered: • The trust deficit in coaching and why the industry needs better solutions  • How the "guru model" is broken - no...

Hey Shifters! Money can be scary for entrepreneurs - especially when we're trying to make an impact while also making a profit. Ever feel guilty about charging what you're worth? Or maybe you're avoiding looking at your books altogether? (I've been there!) That's why I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Audrey Heesch, the self-proclaimed "quirky money lady" and founder of The Graceful Penny....

  Want support getting your team's systems in place? That's what I do! Reach out to learn more about how we can work together. Email me at: Elise@EliseEnriquez.com     Episode 127 Beyond 'Let's Circle Back After the Holidays': Making it Actually Work   Hey Shifters! ✨   We're diving into that familiar end-of-year phrase we're all starting to hear (and say): "Let's circle back after the holidays."...

Ep 126 When Your Plate is Too Full: Prioritize Your Way to a Lighter Load Hey Shifters! In this episode, we're diving into that overwhelming feeling when your plate is too full - you know the one, where your chest gets tight just thinking about all those tasks? Let's talk about how to handle it, especially during the hectic Q4 season. In this episode: - Why Q4 can create extra stress and overwhelm...

The Productivity Shift Episode 125: Get off the Hamster Wheel with Rhythms Schedule a private tour of the GYST Community: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18005465&appointmentType=14362589 Hey Shifters! This week, I'm diving into the importance of creating rhythms in our lives to break out of that "hamster wheel" feeling we all sometimes get.   What I cover in this episode:...

Episode 124: Post-Vacation Overwhelm: Reclaiming Control After Time Away   In this episode, I dive into a common challenge many of us face: the overwhelming feeling of returning to work after a vacation. Drawing from my own experiences at Microsoft and my current role as a productivity coach for small business owners, I explore strategies to ease the transition and regain control of your workload....

Ep 123: Overcoming Overwhelm with the Power of the 3 Cs Hey there, dear listeners! It's Elise Enriquez, and in this episode, we're revisiting a concept I introduced way back in my second episode of this podcast: my formula for intention. Let's dive into how clarity, communication, and consistency work together to create intentional actions and outcomes.   What We Covered: 1. My formula for intenti...

Ep 122: Rethinking Inbox Zero - The Triage Philosophy Hey Shifters! Ready to dive into the world of inbox zero? In this episode, we're busting myths and spilling the tea on why your email inbox shouldn't be your to-do list's secret twin. Spoiler alert: It's causing more chaos than you might think! We're introducing a cool new way to think about your inbox - the "triage" approach. Think of yourself...

Ep 121: The Weekly Systems Check: The Secret to Staying on Top of Your Productivity Host: Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach for business owners and their teams This episode emphasizes the importance of a regular, structured time to review, plan, and get organized - the "systems check" that productivity coach Elise Enriquez has made a core part of her practice. She shares her personal experience w...

Ep 120: The Butterfly Effect: How taking a day off from your to-do list is a good thing In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez explores the concept of 'butterfly days' inspired by the butterfly effect. A butterfly day is a time where there are no set plans, allowing for spontaneous and restorative activities. Elise shares personal experiences, including how her wife...

Uncovering Purpose and Mastering Productivity with Personality Assessments   In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez shares an exclusive, never-aired interview with Erica Ng. They delve into topics including uncovering one’s purpose, mastering personality assessments, and effective productivity strategies. Elise discusses her transition from corporate to real estate...

Episode: 118 - Summertime blues? Get what you want this summer. Book your tour of the GYST Community here.  Summary : In this episode, Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach and the host of the Productivity Shift Podcast, shares powerful tips on how to make the most of your summer months. She talks about how to let go of the pressure to attend every event, the importance of monthly planning sessions,...

EP 117: Coaching vs Therapy - a conversation with Diann Wingert In this episode, Elise chats with Diann Wingert, a psychotherapist turned coach who works with female solo entrepreneurs. They cover a range of topics, including therapy versus coaching, career changes, rejection by church, menopause, divorce, ADHD, and more. The conversation is centered around Diann's life journey and the choices she...

EP 116: "Just do it" is not the answer to overcoming procrastination   In this episode of the Productivity Shift podcast, host Elise Enriquez, a certified life coach and productivity expert, discusses the common phrase "I just need to" and why it might not be as helpful as we think. As a productivity coach, she shares her insights on how to move past procrastination and make meaningful shifts in p...

EP 115: Glennon, Abby, and Amanda's take on busyness & productivity   Before we dig in, be sure to check out the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" quiz at: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz =============== In this episode, Elise reflects on the relationship between productivity and personal fulfillment. She explores the idea of treating productivity as a vengeful god and suggests altern...

EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Head Types (5, 6,7 ) with Lisa Alessi   Hey there, lovely listeners! Ready for another deep dive into the fascinating world of the Enneagram? If you've been following our recent episodes, you're in for a treat today as we explore the head types in Enneagram: types Five, Six, and Seven.   Elise Enriquez, your productivity coach and host of the Productivity Shift...

EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Heart Types (2, 3, 4 ) with Lisa Alessi   Please note that this is part 3 of a 4-part series. I recommend listening to Ep 111 to understand Above-the-Line and Below-the-line concepts.   In this episode of The Productivity Shift Podcast , host and productivity coach Elise Enriquez dives deep into the Enneagram and its relationship with productivity. Joined by exp...

Learn more about your Productivity Personality type here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz   ============= Episode 112: Enneagram and Productivity: Body Types (8, 9, 1) with Lisa Alessi   Host: Elise Enriquez Productivity Coach Founder of the GYST Program IG: https://www.instagram.com/theproductivityshift/     Interview with Lisa Alessi:  - Lisa provides an overview of the Enneagram, highlightin...

Want to know your Productivity Personality type? Take the quiz here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz ========================== Episode 111: Where are you? - Embracing Change and Cultivating Growth with Lisa Alessi   Introduction: This episode kicks off a 4-episode series with Leadership Coach and Consultant Lisa Alessi where we'll explore a developmental concept called "Above the Line and Belo...

Take the Quiz: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz   EP 110: Behind the Scenes of the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz   In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez takes listeners behind the scenes of her latest creation: the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" quiz. Join Elise as she reveals the why, what, and how behind this innovative tool designed to...

You're Invited to the Premier of the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz! February 14th at 12pm Pacific. Go to this link for more details and to register:  https://www.eliseenriquez.com/premiere   ============================= Episode 109: "Cracking the Personality Code: Navigating Assessments with Purpose"   Welcome back to the Productivity Shift Podcast, Shifters! In this episode, your...

Attend the premiere for the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" Quiz. https://www.eliseenriquez.com/premiere   ************** Episode 108: Assessment Backfire: Unseen Risks and the Dark Side of Knowing Your Type   Welcome to another episode of The Productivity Shift, hosted by Elise Enriquez. In Episode 108, Elise takes you on a journey through the intricate world of personality assessments, u...