Sanger Smith and Shawn Smith

Decidedly I Decision Tips for Business Owners

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Defeating bad decision-making for family business owners, so you can improve their health, wealth, and relationships.

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Sanger Smith and Shawn Smith

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Business

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www.decidedlypodcast.com

Latest episode

May 2, 2026

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Episodes

Ep.35 I Sanger Smith I Deciding to Remove Emotions from Your Decision: Sanger's Story of Selling His Business 04.05.2022

Sanger shares a huge decision he recently made. He sold his business! Tune in to hear the first time he considered the decision, what finalized it, and the decision-making framework that guided him towards making the change! Don't have time to listen to the full episode? Check out just the highlights here: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49684820/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH US DecidedlyPodcast....

Ep.34 HIGHLIGHT I Natalia Matveeva I Deciding to Return to Chernobyl 28.04.2022

This episode is a highlight clip from this week’s full episode. To listen to the full episode, see yesterday’s episode or use this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49574511/download.mp3 Natalia Matveeva, a Chernobyl survivor, joins the show to share the decisions behind her escape from Chernobyl, her return to the disaster site, and how her core values have changed in meaning since worki...

Ep.34 I Natalia Matveeva I Deciding to Return to Chernobyl: A Survivor's Values-Based Journey 27.04.2022

Natalia Matveeva, a Chernobyl survivor, joins the show to share the decisions behind her escape from Chernobyl, her return to the disaster site, and how her core values have changed in meaning since working through trauma from Chernobyl. This episode explores the decision not to be a victim of your circumstances, but instead to lean into your values and utilize them as gifts to give to others. How...

EP.33 HIGHLIGHT I Rick Andstrom I Deciding to Think (and Heal) Like a Navy SEAL 21.04.2022

This episode is a highlight clip from this week’s full episode. To listen to the full episode, see yesterday’s episode or use this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49485310/download.mp3 Rick Andstrom, 25-year Navy SEAL, joins the show to share the decision-making processes that come with working in and healing from a life in special operations. This episode dives into mental toughness, r...

Ep.33 I Rick Andstrom I Deciding to Think (and Heal) Like a Navy SEAL: Building Resiliency 20.04.2022

Rick Andstrom, 25-year Navy SEAL, joins the show to share the decision-making processes that come with working in and healing from a life in special operations. This episode dives into mental toughness, resiliency through hard situations, and unorthodox methods of healing from trauma. How can you use the Navy SEAL mindset to achieve your goals? CONNECT WITH US DecidedlyPodcast.com Instagram: @deci...

EP.32 HIGHLIGHT I Joe Chura I Deciding You're Not Almost There 14.04.2022

This episode is a highlight clip from this week’s full episode. To listen to the full episode, see yesterday’s episode or use this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49418385/download.mp3 Joe Chura, Chief Innovation Officer of Cars.com and host of the Not Almost There podcast, joins the show to share his experience creating, leading, and selling two of the fastest-growing companies in Amer...

Ep.32 I Joe Chura I Deciding You're Not Almost There: The Journey of Selling a Business 13.04.2022

Joe Chura, Chief Innovation Officer of Cars.com and host of the Not Almost There podcast, joins the show to share his experience creating, leading, and selling two of the fastest-growing companies in America. This episode discusses key decisions a business owner must make when selling their business and stepping into a new chapter. How can you transform your success into significance as you go thr...

Ep.31 I Tom Kelly I Deciding You Suck at Decision-Making: A Comedian's Faulty Decision-Making Skills 06.04.2022

Tom Kelly, comedian, joins the show to share a laugh and authentic conversation about his faulty decision-making skills. This episode invites you not to become stagnant and frozen in a decision-making rut. How can you either make a decision, or make a decision NOT to make a decision? CONNECT WITH US DecidedlyPodcast.com Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodca...

Ep.30 I Sara-Chana Silverstein I Deciding to Question Medicine: Integrating a Holistic Approach 30.03.2022

Sara-Chana Silverstein, master herbalist, joins the show to share her expertise in the realm of complementary medicine. This episode challenges the medical model of care, encourages the listener to advocate for their own health, and provides ideas for integrating wholistic medicine into your life. How can you implement holistic medicine to become the highest functioning version of yourself? ABOUT...

Ep.29 I Fotini Iconomopoulos I Deciding to Say Less: The Best Negotiation Tactics for Business Leaders 23.03.2022

Fotini Iconomopoulos, master negotiator, joins the show to share her insights on skillful negotiation tactics we can all implement in life and business. This episode explores negotiation methods that allow you to say less and get more in your collaborative decision-making processes. How can you seek to understand those you’re working with, so you can negotiate in both of your best interests? ABOUT...

Ep.28 I Buddy Wakefield | Deciding to Live Poetically: Incorporating Passion and Intention Into Daily Life 16.03.2022

Buddy Wakefield, world-renowned American spoken word poet, joins the show to share his passions, intentions, and efforts toward achieving brilliance in his daily interactions and on the mic. This episode explores the energy we have as we form connections with others. Buddy talks about his goal to achieve serendipity each and every day, and encourages the audience to do the same; combatting the env...

Ep.27 I Peter Shankman I Deciding to Think Faster Than Normal: ADHD as an Entrepreneur 09.03.2022

Peter Shankman, expert in neurodiversity, joins the show to share his key decision-making insights as a high-level executive with ADHD. This episode provides key lifestyle edits to achieve your goals in a way that converts your weaknesses into strengths. Peter pushes the audience to make some tough guidelines in your daily routine that promote the life you want. How can you edit your habits to thi...

Ep.26 I Shailee Basnet I Deciding to Conquer Your Everest: How to Push Your Limits 02.03.2022

Shailee Basnet, professional mountain climber, joins the show to share her experience as part of the first female group to scale the highest peak in each continent. This episode dives into the decisions we must make when we have a challenging summit ahead. Shailee challenges others to push their limits, make the daily decision to improve, and always put one foot in front of the other. What can you...

Ep.25 I Kendall Qualls I Deciding to Run for Governor: Pursuing Political Leadership 23.02.2022

Kendall Qualls, Republican Candidate for Governor of Minnesota, joins the show to share his decisive intentions for the state of Minnesota. This episode focuses on the tough decisions a state’s leader must make for the people they represent. Kendall describes his decision-making processes as he strives to resolve problems like police violence, critical race theory, and lack of integrity in politic...

Ep.24 I Ryan Goulart I Deciding to Live According to Your Values: The Neuroscience of Decision-Making 16.02.2022

Ryan Goulart, Vice President of Think2Perform, joins the show to share his expertise in value-based decision-making. This episode dives into the neuroscience of decision-making in a framework that prioritizes the things you care about when you are your “best self”. Ryan explains when your values, your goals, and your behaviors are all in alignment, you are your best self. What are your values? Are...

Ep.23 I Mayor Mattie Parker I Deciding to Serve as Mayor: Who are you serving? 10.02.2022

Mattie Parker, Mayor of Fort Worth, Texas, joins the show to share her intentional approach to responsibly leading the nation’s fastest growing major city. This episode explores the decisions a mayor makes, whether it be coordinating responses to city disasters, redevelopments, systems, and service as an ambassador to the city of Fort Worth. Are you making decisions as if they’ll have an impact on...

Ep.22 I Scott Snider I Deciding to Exit Your Business: Operating a Transferable Business 02.02.2022

Scott Snider, Vice President of the Exit Planning Institute, joins the show to share his knowledge of building a clear, simple strategy to build a business that is transferable through strong human, structural, customer, and social capital. This episode dives into the importance of a clear, simple exit planning strategy that combines the plan, concept, effort, and process of one’s business.v Are t...

Ep.21 I Lena Sisco & Elly Johnson I Deciding to Seek the Truth: Using Body Language to Your Advantage 26.01.2022

This week, “Truth Sisters”, Lena Sisco and Elly Johnson, join the show to share their expertise in all things body language. This episode focuses on methods of telling whether someone is telling the truth, how to ensure that your body language confirms that you are telling the truth, and how to expel the truth from others. What if you could know someone’s true intentions, even when their words are...

Ep.20 I Dr. Emily Oster I Deciding to Expect Better: Challenging "Conventional Wisdom" 19.01.2022

This week, Professor of Economics at Brown University, Dr. Emily Oster joins the show to share her controversial take on the “conventional wisdoms” of society. This episode focuses on health economics and statistical methods; seeking to understand why consumers do not always make “rational” choices, but instead follow the status-quo decision. How can you methodically learn causal effects from obse...

Ep.19 I Dr. Celeste Holbrook I Deciding to be a SEXpert: Discussing the Underdiscussed 12.01.2022

This week, Sex Consultant, Dr. Celeste Holbrook joins the show to share her thoughts on sex and purity culture, decision-making skills for before, during, and after sex, and similarities between the taboo topics of sex and money. How can you decide to branch out and discuss the underdiscussed, like sex? What goes underdiscussed in your own life? ABOUT DR. CELESTE HOLBROOK Instagram: @drcelesteholb...

Ep.18 I Sanger's Grandma I Deciding to Redefine Your Grief: Sound Decisions in Emotional Struggles 05.01.2022

This week, Crisis Abuse Counselor Lynn Guy joins the show to share ways to recognize grief, overcome trials, and ultimately redefine yourself as an individual. This episode will share methods of making sound decisions in the midst of emotional turmoil, so that you can ensure you do not get stuck in the ruts of grief and ultimately become more successful as a result of such trials. Who could you be...

Ep.17 I Doug Lennick I Deciding to Think About What You Think About: Moral Intelligence 29.12.2021

This week, CEO and Co-Founder of think2perform, Doug Lennick, joins the show to share his insights on moral intelligence and its influence on decision-making in leadership. This episode will share ideas you’ve never heard before for avoiding emotional decision-making and instead staying true to your moral compass when making decisions for your business. Are you stuck in a rut of accidentally immor...

Ep.16 I Mitch Allen I Deciding to Hire Santa: Mitch's Shark Tank Experience 22.12.2021

This week, Shark Tank contestant and HireSanta CEO - Mitch Allen - joins the share his experience on Shark Tank when he had to prove the efficacy and potential of his new small business endeavor. This episode will share key decision-making strategies to sell yourself and your small business to those who challenge your efficacy in the real world. Strategies such as controlling the room, appealing t...

Ep.15 I Making Your Decisions: Dating sites, new jobs, and BBLs 15.12.2021

This week, Sanger and Shawn answer random (funny!) decision-based questions from Reddit r/makemychoice. This episode will share the decisions that Sanger and Shawn would make for you. CONNECT WITH US Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcast Shawn’s Instagram: @ampadvisor Sanger’s Instagram: @sangersmith MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell...

Ep.14 | Carey Nieuwhof I Deciding to Change Beliefs: Am I stuck in default settings? 08.12.2021

This week, Leadership Expert, Author, Former Attorney, And Church Planter - Carey Nieuwhof - joins the share his knowledge and techniques around changing the beliefs of yourself and others. This episode will share key decision-making strategies to change the beliefs of yourself and others. Strategies like relying on the wisdom of others, embracing categorical decision-making, and avoiding decision...

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