Start with Small Steps

128 - Be Lazy with Limited Goals and Small Steps Get ready to revolutionize your approach to productivity and organization with Kendra Adachi’s groundbreaking book, The Lazy Genius Way. Adachi’s unique perspective emphasizes the importance of making decisions once, taking small steps, and asking the magic question that will change your life forever: “What can I do now to make life easier later?” B...

127 - Star Trek Leaders in Tough Times Join me on an epic journey through the leadership qualities of Star Trek captains such as Jonathan Archer, Christopher Pike, and Kathryn Janeway! From navigating new technology to being stranded in a distant galaxy, these captains had to rely on their leadership skills to overcome monumental challenges. But that’s not all - we’ll also delve into the character...

126 - To Boldly Go with Leadership If you love science fiction and are fascinated by leadership qualities, then the Star Trek franchise is a must-watch for you! The franchise boasts some of the most incredible leaders in Captain James T. Kirk, Captain Jean-Luc Picard, Captain Benjamin Sisko, and Captain Kathryn Janeway. These leaders have some fantastic qualities that are worth emulating, such as...

125 - Escape Activities that Prevent Weight Loss Let’s dive into the fascinating book Mini Habits for Weight Loss by Stephen C Guise. The author shares some fantastic strategies for avoiding bad habits and staying on track with healthy habits, particularly when it comes to losing weight. He lays out eight powerful techniques, including direct resistance, negative reinforcement, and substitution. T...

124 - Become The Person Who Loses Weight Are you tired of setting lofty weight loss goals only to fall short time and time again? Have you heard of the concept of mini habits for weight loss? It’s all about starting small and building up over time to create lasting change. In “Mini Habits for Weight Loss” by Stephen Guise, he explains how changing your identity to become the person who loses weigh...

123 - You Can’t Fail With Mini Habits I talk about the book by Stephen Guise’s “Mini Habits for Weight Loss”! This book takes a unique approach to weight loss by building a sustainable lifestyle system through small, consistent habits. By focusing on what you can control and separating general motivation from momentary motivation, you can make healthy habits a natural part of your life. Say goodby...

122 - The One Word is the One Thing Are you ready to change your life with just one word? In this awesome podcast episode, we dive into the book “One Word That Will Change Your Life” by John Gordon, Jimmy Page, and Dan Britton. This book is all about the power of choosing a single, impactful word to focus on for an entire year. You’ll learn tips and tricks for keeping your word top-of-mind through...

121 - Make Habits Easy With Challenges Are you struggling to form good habits? Check out this podcast episode featuring the book by Rosanna Casper The Big Book of 30-Day Challenges”. She breaks down the steps to forming habits and shares some awesome tips like doing one thing at a time, seeking help, and setting up your environment for success. Plus, we dive into the James Clear habit loop and fou...

120 - Have a Truly Happy New Year’s Eve Get ready to be inspired! In this episode, I dive into the heartwarming movie “New Year’s Eve” and unpack the beautiful themes of hope, forgiveness, and second chances that it embodies. I challenge you to think outside the box when it comes to achieving your goals and to take a moment to appreciate the incredible people who make holidays like New Year’s Eve...

119 - It is a Wonderful Life Get ready to be swept away by the heartwarming tale of “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Follow the journey of a man on a quest to find his life’s purpose, only to discover that what truly matters has been right in front of him all along. This movie will tug at your heartstrings and leave you feeling inspired. https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=3406 Jill’s Links https://www.buy...

118 - Act for The Next Week You Get ready to unlock your full potential! In this episode, we’re going to explore the power of imagination and the benefits of setting short-term goals to improve your life. Whether it’s taking small steps to form good habits or envisioning a future you’ll be proud of, we’ll show you how to tap into your creativity and start making positive changes today. And to real...

117 - You Don’t Know the Future You Have you ever thought about how we can’t predict who we’ll be in the future? It’s a tricky concept, but I have some ideas on how we can work toward becoming the person we want to be. We can learn from others, be humble and kind, and be the curator of our own growth. Let’s take a moment to imagine our future selves and get to know them better, even though we can’...

116- Follow Your True North Are you feeling lost and uncertain about your true purpose in life? According to Bill George’s “True North,” all you need to do is find your internal compass and let it guide you toward your true north. By understanding your unique life story and values, you can become an authentic leader who empowers others to do the same. It’s all about aligning your personal, family,...

115 - Be Productive with Morning Showers I talk about “The Shower Habit” by Stephanie Ewing. This book reveals a morning routine that will transform your energy levels, boost your confidence, and help you achieve your goals without sacrificing precious sleep. By incorporating simple steps like affirmations, deep breathing, and a refreshing blast of cold water at the end of your shower, you can sta...

114 - Fight Back Against Bad Thoughts Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts and emotions? You can take control of your emotions and thoughts. Let’s break free from unrealistic demands and irrational beliefs and gain self-control and free will. By using the scientific method, we can figure out what works for us and take small steps toward changing our thoughts and behaviors. So,...

113 - Get in the Right Gear Do you ever feel like there’s never enough time in the day to get everything done? The book 5 Gears - How to be Present and Productive When There is Never Enough Time by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram has got you covered! This insightful read dives into the importance of being in the right “gear” for different activities. From focus mode to rest mode, this book cover...

112 - Awkward Awesomeness If you’re looking for a book that will help you turn your social awkwardness into an awesome asset, then “The Science of Why We’re Socially Awkward and Why That’s Awesome” by Ty Tashiro, PhD is the perfect read for you. This book takes a fresh approach to the topic of social awkwardness by highlighting its positive aspects, such as the ability to pay close attention to de...

111 - Use the BICAT System to Think Better Get ready to sharpen your decision-making skills with the book “How to Think Like a Lawyer and Why” by Kim Wehle! In this podcast, we break down the five-step framework for making good decisions and how it can be applied to everyday situations like buying a house or choosing a job. We’ll explore the importance of identifying biases and arguing against our...

110 - How Lawyers Think and Decide I delve into the world of legal analysis and decision-making by reviewing the book by Kim Wehle, “How to Think Like a Lawyer and Why” as we explore the nuanced and analytical approach lawyers take to problem-solving. Discover how you too can apply these methods to everyday dilemmas and make better decisions. In the second half of the episode, we’ll dive deeper in...

109 - Serotonin, Cortisol, and Dopamine We delve into the fascinating world of brain chemistry and hormones! Discover how the levels of serotonin, cortisol, and dopamine in our brains can have a huge impact on our mood, stress levels, and even our sleep and bone density. We’ll explore the addictive power of dopamine and how low serotonin levels can leave us feeling tired and unmotivated. Plus, I’l...

108 – Lose a job? Don’t Panic! Are you feeling down after losing your job? Don’t panic! In “Overcoming Redundancy” by Gordon Adams, you’ll find valuable advice on how to bounce back and take charge of your career. From networking to identifying your values and career anchors, this book offers a roadmap to success. But that’s not all! The author also suggests taking the opportunity to learn new ski...

107 - The 1-Page Marketing Strategy I review “The 1 Page Marketing Strategy” and I have to say, it’s a game-changer for small businesses. The author stresses the importance of identifying a specific target audience and crafting a clear message, which has already helped me focus my marketing efforts. Plus, the book offers practical advice on lead capture, nurturing, sales conversion, and customer e...

106 – The Culture of Fortitude and the Self In this episode, I dive deep into exploring the various cultural attitudes toward personal strength and fortitude. I chat about some cultural concepts such as sisu, fiero, angelic patience, novaturient, and more! I encourage you to tune in and think about which attitude resonates with you the most and how it can help you during tough times and in improvi...

105 - Best Advice of the Last Year I’m excited to share with you the best advice from the past year of my podcast on our second anniversary! I’ve gathered all the top tips and insights that I know will help you in your personal and professional life. Let’s dive in! https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=3316 Jill’s Links https://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallsteps Twitter startwithsmallsteps Emai...

1 - Why Small Steps are Important I was deeply moved by the Queen’s 2019 Christmas speech - it ignited a spark within me and set me on a path that I will be forever grateful for. Her calm demeanor, wise words, and infectious sense of humor left a lasting impression on me. That’s why I’ve decided to share this episode again, in honor of her memory. As I listened to the speech, I was struck by the p...