April Garcia's PivotMe

Our guest Julie Holmes is the inventor of HeyMic! and Co-Founder of Just Innovate Inc. HeyMic! is their wireless, Bluetooth microphone that they sell worldwide. Their products are versatile and primarily marketed to content creators but are also used at events and in schools. Julie is based in Denver, Colorado. Website:  www.loveheymic.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw vi...

Al Kline is the owner and founder of The Appraisal Group (TAG), a real estate appraisal company that provides commercial and residential valuation services in Maple Grove, MN. Website:  www.tagmn.com Email: Akline@tagmn.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-me.com/interviews/  or podcast audio only) Highlights: 1. The market has always fluctuated,...

Jackie Munoz is owner and founder of J&H Insurance company based in Calgary, Canada. She specializes in ensuring clients with high-risk occupations and extreme sport enthusiasts to make sure that they and their families receive the help that they need, when they need it. Facebook: J&H Insurance (@jandhinsurancecalgary) (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.p...

Our guest Mark Keene is the Owner of Transformation Coaching, a Mastermind Coach and long-time Pastor. The combination of his love for people and high energy allow him to serve and push people to fulfill their potential. Connect with Mark Keene at  www.tcoaches.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-me.com/interviews/  or podcast audio only) Highlig...

Our guest is Ashley Krooks is the founder of ohtheplacesashgoes Brand, a world-traveler and international businesswoman who helps new entrepreneurs and businesses gain successful social media presence. Instagram: @ohtheplacesashgoes Facebook: Ashley Krooks Website:  www. LifeOutsidethe9-5.com She shares how she's pivoting in these changing times; the challenges, the winning habits, and how she man...

Our guest Peter Brear is Owner, Operator and President of Starboard Aeronautical, specializing in manufacturing components for helicopters and fixed wing aircraft and Archer Plastics where they provide custom manufacturing for several industries. Peter is based in Vancouver, Canada Website:  www.starboardaero.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-m...

Our guests today are Babajide Okusanya is co-founder and CTO of MakersValley, an online platform that specializes in connecting high-end fashion designers from around the world with Italian manufacturers and helps them negotiate and navigate the language, culture and terms of the industry to streamline the process of starting a clothing line. He is calling in today from Naples, Italy. Connect with...

Our guest Frank Clark is President of Lewis and Clark Inc., where they buy, refurbish and sell electronics equipment around the world. He is also an accomplished life, business and success coach. He is based in Tampa, Florida. Website:  www.lewis-clark.com Coaching website:  themrorange.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-me.com/interviews/  or p...

Our guest Relina Shirley is the co-founder and CEO of HIDEit Mounts, Inc., an electronics manufacturer based in Reno, NV. They specialize in wall mounts for game consoles, cable boxes and media players. You can find their products at their website, Amazon and other online markets. Website:  www. HIDEitmounts.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-me...

Our guest Erick Miller is the founder and owner of El Investment Group. He is a real estate investor and inspector based in Cleveland, OH. Website:  www.elinvestment.com (*Highlight timestamps are approx. based off either raw videos- see here  www.pivot-me.com/interviews/  or podcast audio only) Highlights: 1. Managing mindset during wide-spread panic (4:46) 2. Opportunities available in the real...

In today's episode, we are going to be talking about how to Delegate—effectively!  This episode is for both the experienced delegator—who knows how to get a massive amount of stuff done by leveraging others. And also for the budding delegator. Maybe you've tried it before but feel like you either aren't doing it right or that it's just easier to do it yourself. Today you will get 6 simple steps to...

Last time we talked about using Hollywood Set Design to set your leading character (you) up for success. We designed the set and with your clipboard in hand and headset on, you created a great environment for the Star of the show to shine (also you!)   In this episode we take it a step further, as you step in front of the camera, and into your leading role.  Aaand...action! You have a film crew fo...

Join us as we have designed an effective and fun way to approach our lives and business through Set Design. We give you an awesome way to frame your day, your behavior and your habits, so you can be the Star leading character. Experience set design in a quaint Charleston hotel, learn how you can leverage it for your best day, and the perils of leaving a banana in your office overnight. You are wat...

We all must navigate Hard Things. If we try to avoid them, they become Frogs. Let's discuss some easy steps to handle them well and be the coachman of your brain! You think an average of 2,000-3,000 thoughts per hour. Many of those thoughts are around things you can't control. Stuff that's already happened. Fears you haven't addressed, that likely won't come true. Imagine if we used those thoughts...

Hear how one of our listeners found herself in an office stall flushing a piece of paper down the toilet!  Plus - a field trip! In This Episode, You Will: 1. Identify the Stones that are weighing you down 2. Understand how these old thoughts and limiting beliefs are sabotaging us and holding us back from a kick-ass life 3. How to release our stones and live a lighter life. Releasing your STONE is...

Today we are digging into reflection on the last year, how journaling isn't just for 7th grade girls, and a rocking Milestone list that will help you kick next years @ss! In this show you will learn: How to use journaling for the good Reflect on previous years goals Set new goals The importance of a Milestone/Win list and how its our favorite part of the process. 👉👉 Connect with me here:   Websi...

In this episode you will learn: How to create your 4 Big Rocks How to get leverage on them, dramatically increasing your success 4 Powerful tips for achieving them and creating your best year Tips: KISS and Pain & Pleasure.  Keep it simple and use Pain & Pleasure to get leverage on your goals. Your WHY.  Connecting to your WHY, the reason behind the goal, supercharges your efforts. With a big enou...

Get Money for Investment in YOU In today's episode we are going to be talking about… the investment you have made into YOU!  I'm going to give you a new way to think about the time and financial commitments you've made into developing yourself and skills, and how to monetize them. You are worth more money to your partners, to your employees, bosses, to everyone because you invest in yourself. You...

In this episode we review: your calendar 1 month back and 1 month forward and ask some probing questions on if our priorities are lining up. This calendar audit is rooted in the concept of:   Show me your calendar and bank account and I can tell what is important to you.   This concept can sting a bit. We could argue that – just because we don't see our priorities on our schedule, doesn't mean the...

In this episode, you will learn: What "E3" means and what the three "E"s are How these three "E"s are key to your personal and professional development Ways to start incorporating E3 into your life every day This podcast is all about PivotMe's Do You E3 movement. If you're a long-time listener or a lurker you've probably heard April Garcia talk about E3. In this episode, April explains the entire...

In this episode, you will learn: What horses can teach us about leadership How constantly checking in on tasks and people can slow you down Why strong leaders run their own race and set their own pace   Even though horses can't speak (Mr. Ed excluded, of course), they can offer many valuable insights into self-awareness, collaboration, and leadership. In this episode, April shares her experience o...

EPS 20: Goal Setting In A 12 Week Year In this episode, you will learn: Why 12 weeks is a better time frame to achieve your goals than 12 months How you can leverage urgency and your "whys" to get to the next level Tools that can help you, such as S.M.A.R.T goals and visualization If you want to achieve your dreams, 12 months is too long to do that. Instead, 12 weeks is the perfect amount of time...

EPS 19: What is the story you are telling yourself?   In this episode, you will learn: The power stories have to shape our world—especially the stories we tell ourselves. Why the story you're telling yourself may be holding you back from your best life. How to identify your story and start rewriting it. Stories have to shape our world—especially the stories we tell ourselves.  We tell ourselves st...

EPS 18: The Simple, Effective Checklist (Process) That You Need Now In this episode, you will learn: Why high-performing, highly-educated, highly-trained professionals rely on checklists every day—and you should too! How to leverage the simple power of a checklist to improve your life and business. The easiest tools you can use for a checklist. Today we're going to talk about one of the easiest, m...

EPS 17: Why You Should Eat the Ugliest Frog First In this episode, you will learn: Why it's best to eat the ugliest frog first How to identify your "frogs" — the things you must do but don't want to do Tips to get over procrastination and avoidance and eat the frog already Mark Twain once said: "If it's your job to eat a frog, the best thing to do is eat it first thing in the morning. And if your...