Eye Openers Podcast

In today's episode, I'm sharing the story of how my experience working with a terrible boss who created a toxic workplace culture led me to the work I do today.    I've been growing my Brittany Drozd Coaching practice for 10+ years now and it's truly the work I was meant to do.    Show Notes: brittanydrozd.com/33 Eye Opening Insights:   [00:04:04] Here's where I start to get into my business's ori...

Want to get a peek behind the curtain into a coaching session with yours truly and my client, Steve?    These sessions are powerful.    Check out this episode and see:   Steve and I dive into his impossible goal The breakthrough about what's most important to him And the key insight that literally changes the way he sees what's possible for himself, his business, and his life!   When these insight...

It's been a hell of a year++ for ALL of us.  We're seeing unprecedented amounts of mental health struggles. People are experiencing more depression and anxiety.  And this is adding up to a whole lot of burnout of our employees (and leaders!) across many industries. If you're a leader, you've probably noticed. So what can we do?  Watch this week's video to learn: Why you need to have this conversat...

I was so excited when my guest, Lorne Adrain, agreed to be on Eye Openers. He's a bit of a legend in Rhode Island for all of his philanthropic work and visionary leadership.   With a resume that could fill 3 lifetimes, a few standouts include: the coveted MBA from Harvard Business School, started his own tech company, and rode his bike across the US solo!   But that is NOT why I was so excited to...

After my epic journey across the country a while back, I have some insights to share.  If you haven't been following along, my family and I packed up our life and traveled across the country in an RV last summer to start our new adventure on the west coast.  And you better believe I experienced a lot of fear about making this move. I questioned our decision at many points along the way. But I'm so...

Did your business suffer from the Great Resignation? Or have you struggled to keep top talent at your organization? This Eye Openers is a mini-episode, like a shot of espresso delivering a short but powerful message for you today.  I'm sporting my best basketball coach uniform today in order to deliver some tough-but-fair hiring advice. Because as they say, it takes a player to make a shot, but it...

You are used to seeing me interview top business leaders where together we share ideas to improve your leadership, culture, and business.  But have you ever seen me live, in action with a coaching client? You see, there's nothing like the real deal when it comes to coaching. The only way to really understand what coaching is like is to experience it. So I'm thrilled to share this rare glimpse of a...

There are hurdles to great leadership that I see constantly. And addressing them? This can lead to improving employee productivity and so much more. That's the point!  A while back, I got to share the gaps I see in leadership and how to fix them on Robert Bailey's What's The Point! Podcast.  I loved sharing my lessons and tips on the other side of the mic so much I wanted to share this conversatio...

I just returned from my week-long retreat in Juneau, Alaska. This trip had been on my bucket list for some time, and I was really looking forward to it. But not in an excited and anticipatory way, more of an "I desperately need space" kind of way.  You see, I used to travel and take time away from work regularly. Take time to seek adventure, do things I love, go places that inspire me. But I hadn'...

When you charge for the value you create versus the time you invest, everyone wins. The Client is thrilled to get more revenue. Your team feels adequately compensated for a job well done and an expertise they've honed.  But this doesn't happen overnight. It takes time to build a predictable, repeatable, scalable service. You have to measure your results and be precise in your execution.  My guest...

This week, we're doing something a little different on Eye Openers. In this episode, I'm sharing a great interview I had recently on The Keaton Nelson Show.  We had such a good time, and I shared some Eye Openers on the coaching industry, including what I've learned from my experiences about workplace culture and what it takes to be a great leader.  Enjoy!  Show Notes: brittanydrozd.com/23 Eye Ope...

Are you a technical expert? Engineer? Scientist? The transition into a leadership role in your business and managing others can be tough! My recent Eye Openers guest, Joe Scanlin of Scanalytics, has been there.  Check out this interview to learn: Why being open to learning at all stages in your business is so important How to lead by example Why asking ridiculously big questions can lead to a stro...

When was the last time you were deliberately uncomfortable? Recently, I took on a food challenge that made me immensely uncomfortable. In the throws of my discomfort, I was paying attention to my thoughts and stories my mind was telling me; like "you deserve that cupcake" or "you don't need to feel this uncomfortable".  While I appreciated my mind trying to comfort me, I realized these stories wer...

If you're an entrepreneur, the thought has no doubt crossed your mind that there are easier ways than this to make money.    So how do you stay motivated? How do you keep your head screwed on straight?   My guest on this week's Eye Openers, Chris Furgis, has been a tech entrepreneur for 30 years and knows a thing or two about staying the course. Check out this week's episode to learn: Why you'd ha...

The way people are buying is changing, are you changing with it? Your customers have more information and less tolerance for sales shenanigans.  My next guest on Eye Openers, Tom Burton, has his finger on the pulse of these shifts.  Check out this episode to learn: How to help your prospect solve their biggest challenges What to do to build trust Why you should connect them with consultants, not s...

AIR Authenticity, Integrity, Respect.  My next guest on Eye Openers, Jeffrey Deckman, created this simple mantra that can change the way you lead and show up in your business.  Bonus - it puts money in the bank too! Jeffrey has been an entrepreneur for 40 years and has a lot of wisdom to share on how to lead with empathy and consciousness.  Show Notes: brittanydrozd.com/18 Important Links: Find Ou...

Have you ever reached the point in your business where YOU became the bottleneck? When the reason you can't get more done or grow to the next level is actually because of you? I hate to admit it, but that's where I'm at right now in my business.  But I can't be alone in this! Watch as Matt Wampler turns the tables on me and gets me spilling my business struggles in this episode of Eye Openers. Sho...

My guest on this week's Eye Openers, Daniel Felt of Kura Home worked with a business coach and was finally able to start asking the right questions in his business to reach that new level and double his clients in a day.  Listen in to learn: Why "systems for days" helps you position your business for success The little mindset shift that lead to massive growth in business How working with the righ...

When it comes to business, there's NO magic bullet that will guarantee your success. But Mark Cromack, a successful serial entrepreneur who has created hit after hit, shares some advice that's close to it. Listen! Really, listen.  And that can be a challenge, especially the more experience you have in business, to stay tuned in and aware of what others are telling you.  Check out this episode to l...

Are you hoping for explosive business growth? You know, that moment when your business goes from inching along to catapulting to the next level? My Eye Openers guest, Peter, shares how he created explosive growth for his firm. Bonus - you can use his tactics on your business too! Check out this interview to learn: How to architect solutions in your business Why catapulting is all about being an ef...

As business owners, we're ALL in the problem solving business. But how we go about doing that is the real trick.  My guest this week on Eye Openers, Bartley Wilson, is a serial entrepreneur with a ton of business wisdom to share.  Watch our interview to find out: What the key is to solving your clients problems fast How he brings levity and humor into it all Why you've got to love people ABOVE ALL...

Are you frustrated by your underperforming employees? But feel you can't let them go? Don't stress, there's something you can do about it! Check out this episode of Eye Openers to find out how Lucas James of AgencyGo encourages his team members to treat themselves like a micro business (AKK an intrapreneur), growing his agency and creating more freedom and efficiency in their own lives.  Show Note...

If you're wondering if you're even cut out for this entrepreneurship thing, take heart: Every business fails before they succeed. Check out this week's episode to find out why my guest Patrick Bryant says "I get paid to fail. It's just odd that the check shows up when I win."   Show Notes: brittanydrozd.com/11 Important Links: Find Out How to Work With Me Here Find More Episodes of Eye Openers Her...

Is your leadership style all about your team or the bottom line?  According to this week's guest, Tony Carlston of Cutco Closing Gifts, focusing on your employees is how you build a successful business.  As Tony says: "When you focus on the people and process, the rest works itself out… Ultimately the people ARE the organization." This interview had SO many gems. I can't wait for you to check it o...

You're busy, right? I'm busy. We're all busy!  But are you too busy to show some love? This week on Eye Openers, Craig Fisher of Talent Net Media and I share how important it is to show your team the love. Because public employee praise? That's free. And powerful!  Listen to my interview to learn: Why you need to invest in your people, not more software How to smother your team with love How to ma...