Start with Small Steps

54 - Best Tomorrow Starts The Night Before n this episode, we're diving into the secrets of making the most out of each day by preparing the night before. I share several strategies to set you up for success, such as reviewing your past day, visualizing a perfect tomorrow, developing routines, cleaning up before bed, setting out breakfast ahead of time, preparing for the next day, and reflecting o...

53 - Anniversary Episode With My Best Advice Welcome to the first anniversary episode of the podcast, where I share our best advice with you. Today, we discuss important life lessons such as not being in a cult, not believing you can change others, and not being selfish or self-centered. We also emphasize the importance of enhancing your strengths, living an experimental life, and learning from ev...

52 - Grow Your Income with Facts Hey there, in today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of personal finance with the book “Get Good with Money” by Tiffany Aliche. You’ll discover practical tips on increasing your income, including ways to ask for a raise and find side hustles. Plus, you’ll learn how to assess your skills and monetize them. And remember, no matter who you are, you can make your...

51 - Savings for Peace and Fun I share a book that completely changed my perspective on money. It's called Get Good with Money by Tiffany Aliche. Aliche talks about the importance of saving money for emergencies and achieving our dreams in her book. But what I love most about her approach is how she encourages us to think like squirrels - saving during good times, automating our savings, and listi...

50 – Budget Money the Easy Way I chat about a book that will change the way you managing your finances. Tiffany Aliche’s Get Good with Money is a must-read for anyone who wants to finally take control of their finances. In this book, Tiffany shares her personal experiences and tips on budgeting, all while emphasizing the importance of understanding your finances and categorizing your expenses. She...

49 – Life is a Highway Hello fellow adventurers! In this episode I will take you on a journey of navigating life using the analogy of a road trip. Buckle up and get ready to fuel up, plan your route, and tackle any obstacles that come your way. We’ll discover new roads, meet new people, and learn about ourselves along the way. So grab your map, and let’s hit the road to success! https://startwiths...

48 – Cook Your Dreams in the Kitchen of the Mind A long time ago I found the course by Mike Vance and wanted to share it with you all. It's all about creating a "kitchen of the mind" - a way to visualize and achieve your goals using all your senses! Think about it - our senses are so powerful. By incorporating visualizations, sounds, smells, tastes, and touch into our goals, we can make them feel...

47 - Take a Big Leap into Genius!   Today, we will discuss a book that may change how you approach your work and personal life. "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks is all about finding your "zone of genius" and overcoming any obstacles that may be holding you back from reaching it. Think about it - what is it that you love to do? What work doesn't even feel like work because you enjoy it so much? And...

46 – The Only Thing to Fear is Getting Stuck Today we will talk about something that affects all of us at some point - fear. It can paralyze us from pursuing our dreams and achieving our goals. But fear doesn’t have to be a bad thing. It can motivate us to try harder and push ourselves to be better. So, how do we overcome our fears? First, it’s important to identify exactly what we’re afraid of. O...

45 - Growing from People You Admire I share some great tips on how to draw inspiration from the people you admire and apply it to your own life. I talk about creating a genius journal and offer some creative challenges to help you embody the traits you want to cultivate. I also highlight some incredible individuals like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Charles Schultz, Frederick Douglass, and Malala You...

44 - Analyze Geniuses to Change Your Life   Today we’re going to talk about something really exciting - how to achieve your goals by learning from the traits of successful people. So, first things first, let’s pick 10 people who inspire us and have traits that we want to emulate. Then, we’re going to analyze their achievements and the traits that made them so successful. We’ll compare them to our...

43 -Get Ahead with High-Performance Habits Today we’re talking about how to become a high-performance person. First, take a test to see if you have the six skills it takes to be one. Then, focus on gaining clarity and generating energy by taking care of your physical health. Increase your productivity by working with your team and developing influence through building trust and demonstrating coura...

42 - Identify Your Core to Gain Presence Welcome to today’s episode, where we’ll explore the secrets to identifying your true self and unlocking your full potential with the framework of the book Presence by Amy Cuddy. We’ll discuss finding your three unique words, signature strengths, and values and how to combine them to create a powerful essay that reflects your passion. We’ll also explore the...

41- Be Genuine to Have Presence On today’s episode we’re discussing how to improve your body language to appear more authentic and confident. We’ll be sharing some tips from Amy Cuddy’s book “Presence” that you can start using right away. Learn how to take up space, have good posture, and stay positive in your conversations. By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to convince others that you’re...

40 - Find Friends & New Activities Are you looking to expand your social circle and make new friends? Well, you’re in luck because today we’ve got some tips for you. First up, say yes to new adventures and other people. Don’t be afraid to introduce yourself and start a conversation. Next, try joining clubs or attending sporting events or meetup groups where you can meet like-minded individuals...

39 – Good Grief We’re going to talk about how to cope with loss and grief. It’s important to understand that everyone experiences loss differently, and there’s no structured timetable for when you’ll “get over it.” Some healthy ways to cope include finding a ritual to mark the end of whatever you’ve lost, adopting healthy habits, and seeking counseling or advice from those around you. So, whether...

38 - Let Adversity Make You Awesome In this episode, we’re going to talk about how to overcome anxiety and failure in your life with the Book You are Awesome by Neil Pasricha. We’ll explore practical tips to help you become failure-proof and create a positive mindset. Learn how to use magic words to take the sting out of negative situations and shift the spotlight away from yourself. We’ll also di...

 37 - Be Everything at Work by Smooshing Today’s episode is about how to become a valuable employee by using your skills as a multipotentialite or someone who likes to be good at many things. I discuss the book How To Be Everything by Emily Wapnick. We’ll discuss some key takeaways, including the importance of having various skills, finding the right balance between boredom and overwhelm, and expe...

36 - Be Everything On today’s episode, we’re diving into the idea of being a “multipotentialite” - someone who doesn’t have to pick just one thing to do in life. We’ll be looking at the book “How To Be Everything” by Emily Wapnick and exploring the benefits of being a generalist. We’ll learn about the three C’s and how to balance them, as well as the importance of networking and finding like-minde...

35 - What Do You Notice? Are you tired of the same old routine and want to spice up your daily life? I talk about the book The Art of Noticing by Rob Walker. He has great advice to see more of the world around you.! First, put away all your distractions, and focus on the world around you. Try to count down from 100 or find ten mistakes on your walk. You can even pretend to be a historian or a spy!...

34 - Meeting New Co-Workers but Keep the Old In this episode, we’re discussing how to advance your career and take on new challenges. I review the book Rise by Patty Azzarello, and she shares valuable insights on finding a mentor, connecting with colleagues, and staying up-to-date on industry trends. She also emphasizes the importance of idea-making and confidently telling the story of what you ca...

I review the book Rise by Patty Azzarello. As a translator between your customers and co-workers, it’s important to make sure you’re always relevant to the company’s needs. Identify your personal brand and make sure every project and communication exudes that brand. Don’t annoy stakeholders - be brief and give them exactly the information they need. Don’t disappear - have a presence and be prepare...

32 - Focus on the Right Job Today, we’re going to be talking about how you can get ahead in your career. We’ll be reviewing a book called “Rise” by Patty Azzarello, which is all about what companies want in their employees and how you can get promoted the right way. One of the key takeaways is that you need to go above and beyond your job description by doing what needs to be done. But how do you...

31 - The Future Wants Action   On today’s episode, we review the book “How to Decide” by Annie Duke. She provides a great method for making objective decisions using CUDOS. We’ll break that down and give you some practical tips to help you make better decisions. Plus, we’ll talk about how to avoid biases and make decisions that will benefit you in the long run. Links https://startwithsmallsteps.co...

30 – 95% Chance of Better Decisions Today we’re going to be talking about a book called “How to Decide” by Annie Duke. It’s all about thinking like a poker player and making good decisions even when you don’t have all the facts. We’ll be discussing the concept of thinking in percentages instead of black-and-white thinking, reducing errors, and getting away from bias. It’s a great read for anyone l...