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The Power of Gratitude: How to Shift Your Mindset and Find More Joy | 2 Minutes of Motivation Our brains are naturally wired to pay more attention to negative experiences than positive ones. This is known as the negativity bias. But what if we could become more intentional about where we direct our attention? In this episode of 2 Minutes of Motivation on the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer exp...

What if confidence isn't something you have to wait to feel, but something you can actively build? In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, performance psychologist, confidence researcher, and author of  The Confidence Habit: 7 Core Practices to Transform Self-Doubt to Self-Belief . Cindra has worked with elite athletes, including Minnesota Vik...

Difficult conversations can bring up strong emotions, making it harder to communicate clearly and confidently. So how can you stay calm, focused, and in control of how you respond when the pressure is on? In this episode of Live Greatly: 2 Minutes of Motivation , Kristel Bauer shares two actionable strategies to help you navigate difficult conversations with greater confidence. Inspired by her rec...

How can you become a more confident, authentic communicator and build stronger connections in an increasingly AI-driven world? In this Live Greatly episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Emmy-winning former CNN correspondent Gina London, author of Amplify You: How to Power Up Your Connections in an AI World . Gina shares insights from coaching tens of thousands of professionals around the world on...

Have you ever found yourself struggling to make a decision or unsure about which path to take? In this 2 Minutes of Motivation episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer shares strategies to help you navigate indecision and move forward with more confidence. Tune in for insights on getting clear on what you're really afraid of, weighing the pros and cons, leaning on your support system, an...

What will help people and businesses stand out in a world increasingly shaped by AI? According to Ron Johnson, the answer may be more human than technological. In this episode of Live Greatly , Kristel Bauer sits down with Ron Johnson, the creator of the Apple Store and author of Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple's Genius . Ron shares lessons from working alongside Steve Jobs, including th...

Overthinking can quickly lead to unnecessary stress and overwhelm, especially when your mind starts focusing on problems that aren't actually real. In this Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation episode, Kristel Bauer shares two simple questions that can help you step back from anxious thoughts, put your concerns into perspective, and navigate moments of overwhelm with greater clarity. Tune in for a...

How can parents navigate guilt, separation anxiety, and the constant pulls on their time and attention while also performing when the stakes are high? In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with actress, author, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mother of four Sarah Wright Olsen. Sarah is known for her roles in Mad Men , Parks and Recreation , The House Bunny , American...

Difficult conversations at work can be uncomfortable, but avoiding them can often make things harder. In this re-release of a Live Greatly  2 Minutes of Motivation episode, Kristel Bauer shares a personal experience from her own career and three strategies that can help you approach challenging conversations with more confidence and clarity. Tune in for insights to help you feel more confident the...

How can leaders handle conflict more effectively, give feedback that actually helps people grow, and build stronger trust with their teams? In this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Caroline Webb, leadership coach, economist, former McKinsey partner, and author of Leadership Intelligence: Science-Backed Strategies for Mastering 21 Everyday Management Challenges. Car...

Strong communication isn't about knowing the perfect thing to say. In this 2 Minutes of Motivation episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer shares two simple ways to become a better communicator and build stronger connections with the people around you. Kristel explores the power of giving someone your full attention and why letting go of overthinking can help you communicate more authen...

How do you stay connected to the person you love when life gets busy? In this special episode of Live Greatly , Kristel Bauer sits down in person with Tori Bolt, co-founder of Bolt Farm Treehouse, for a special conversation recorded at Bolt Farm Treehouse's studio. Tori shares her perspective on sustaining connection in relationships and what she calls "the drift"—the gradual disconnection that ca...

Feeling stuck or looking for a fresh perspective? In this 2 Minutes of Motivation re-release episode of  Live Greatly , Kristel Bauer shares two simple ways to boost creativity, generate new ideas and break out of your usual patterns of thinking. Creativity isn't just for artists or traditionally "creative" roles. It can help you solve problems, approach challenges differently and discover new pos...

How can leaders create a culture where people feel inspired to share ideas, stay curious and think differently? On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with former Google executive and award-winning keynote speaker Steve Lerch to talk about his new book, INNOVATE: Igniting a Culture of Curiosity and Perpetual Improvement . Steve shares lessons from his time at Google and acti...

In this Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation episode, Kristel Bauer shares a powerful mindset shift around setting boundaries, navigating guilt and protecting what matters most. Discover how being intentional with your boundaries can help you take greater ownership of your time, energy and attention at work and in life. Key Takeaways From This Episode: A powerful mindset shift around setting bound...

In this special re-release episode, Kristel Bauer revisits her conversation with Dr. Michelle Rozen about what separates the people who follow through on their goals from those who don't. Dr. Rozen shares insights from The 6% Club , including how to make change feel less overwhelming, become more intentional about your goals and take consistent action toward what matters most. Key Takeaways From T...

In this Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation podcast episode, Kristel Bauer shares a simple technique to help build self-compassion, cultivate compassion for others and support forgiveness. Kristel shares a practice she learned during her Integrative Medicine Fellowship and how you can use it in your own life. Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: A simple technique to build self-compassio...

This week on the Live Greatly podcast, we're revisiting a favorite conversation with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. Kristel Bauer sits down with Katherine for a candid conversation about parenting, navigating mom guilt, staying connected and supporting your well-being while juggling the many demands of life. Katherine shares what has helped her navigate motherhoo...

On this re-release episode of the Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation podcast episode, Kristel Bauer shares a powerful mindset shift to help you build confidence and move forward even when you don't feel completely ready. If you're waiting for the nerves or uncertainty to disappear before taking that next step, you may be waiting a long time. Kristel shares why discomfort can be a natural part of...

What if fear wasn't something holding you back, but something you could learn to use to move forward? On this re-release episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Michelle "Mace" Curran, former fighter pilot, bestselling author of  The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower , and only the second woman in history to fly as Lead Solo Pilot...

In this Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation episode, Kristel Bauer shares why becoming a better leader starts with self-awareness. Discover the importance of taking ownership of how you show up, getting curious about your biases and habitual reactions, and building the awareness to respond more intentionally. Tune in for a quick mindset shift to help you grow as a leader and navigate challenges w...

On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with Denise Bober, Chief Human Resources Officer at The Breakers Palm Beach, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, workplace culture, employee well-being, and what it takes to build a culture of excellence. Denise shares the leadership philosophies and people-first strategies that have helped cultivate an exceptional wo...

On this re-release episode of the  Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation podcast, Kristel Bauer explores a common belief that may be limiting your success: the idea that meaningful results have to come from hard, complicated work. Discover why simplifying your approach, focusing on small, intentional habits, and taking consistent action can often lead to greater long-term success. Tune in for a qui...

How do great leaders build trust while leading through change? On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with leadership expert, former Fortune 500 executive, and author Keith Wyche to discuss his new book, Uncommon Leadership: A Blueprint for Restoring Integrity, Trust, and People-Centered Leadership. Drawing from more than four decades of leadership experience at compa...

On this re-release episode of the  Live Greatly 2 Minutes of Motivation podcast, Kristel Bauer shares 3  tips to help you receive feedback more effectively so you can grow personally and professionally. Learning how to accept constructive feedback without becoming defensive can strengthen your leadership skills, improve communication, and support long-term career success.  If you're looking to sup...