Second Shot

Surrender the outcome. Trust the process. Focus on the next step. Easier said than done in a lot of cases, but for a group of folks on a Dallas highway letting go and living in the moment was the only thing they could do. And the parable of the scorpion and the frog was in full display recently, only the frog was a balloon festival and the scorpion was a foul-mouthed country singer. Who's at fault...

Food delivery is great. One of the best modern conveniences. But are you sure that all of your food is making it to you? Food delivery drivers are here to give us a lesson in accepting the little problems in daily life. And if you're looking for a significant other, what's the most important quality? Attractive? Funny? Successful? You might be surprised at what most people are looking for. We hope...

Your reputation is everything. A good person with a bad reputation isn't going to get very far. In today's world of social media, personal and professional reputations can take a nose dive, often without any merit whatsoever. So when an axe-throwing business owner gets taken to the woodshed, do they let it cut into their image or swing back? And a Texas boy finds out that it pays to do the right t...

They say the face is the mirror to the mind, but who owns your face? If you've been having some fun with the latest social media craze, another country might be looking at you right now! A real life lesson in how the little things can have big consequences. Also, college isn't for everyone, including some of the people that graduated. In fact, a lot of folks are having student's remorse. Is there...

You may not realize it, but you make assumptions every day. "I won't get into a car wreck on the way to work." "This person is telling me the truth." "My ice cream isn't pre-licked." Alexa Conomos and Ron Corning, former news anchors and hosts of the podcast "Morning After with Ron and Alexa," join us this week to discuss how things aren't always what they seem and if we're not paying attention, t...

Some might tell you it's all or nothing. Play to win or don't play at all. If you're not first, you're last. In some races, though, second place can be more than enough to turn your life around. How long do you hold out to be a runner-up? Also, there's a lot of us who have probably made a mistake or two while under the influence of alcohol. How many of yours involve a credit card and a shopping we...

There might be many things on your to-do list. Hopefully, listening to this podcast is one of them. Do you have one big list, or several? What's the best way to manage all your tasks? Katrina Teeple, founder of Operation Organization, is back to help us turn our to-dos into all-dones. And what do you do if the biggest roadblock to your success is you? How do you recognize it? One large retail chai...

If there's one thing that all of us could probably use a little more of, it's organization. Katrina Teeple, founder of Operation Organization, is our guest this week and is an expert (as you may have guessed) at organization. There's probably quite a few of you out there who have a four or five digit number out to the side of your email inbox. How do you get that under control? That might be a cha...

What's the difference between a coach and a mentor? Our guest Maranda Kirk is back to teach us a few things about coaching and why it can help you even if you feel you have everything figured out. (You don't) Also, they always say to put on a happy face. Grin and bear it. Put your best foot forward. But is faking a smile detrimental to your health? There might be a not-so-hidden cost to bottling u...

What's your type? That's the big question this week as we're joined by Maranda Kirk, an expert of Enneagram. Are you a helper? A visionary? A perfectionist? Can you ever really change your personality? And we've all heard the expression "Fast, cheap, or good - pick two." Well there's a bigger list when it comes to your life priorities. Which will you choose? We hope you at least choose to listen t...

Getting hacked can be bad news. Hacking your life, though? What are some of your favorite life hacks that make the daily grind just a little easier? Also, can you put a number on your hardships? Should we credit others more for the struggles they've overcome, and do you credit yourself enough for your own victories over adversity? We know one surefire life hack that will help you overcome your cur...

It pays to be original. Or perhaps, it DOESN'T pay to copy someone. One NBA team found out the hard way that chasing after someone else's work can be easy in the short term but comes with a big cost. Speaking of cost, how much would a year of your life cost? How about several decades of your life? One man had a value assigned to most of his life. What's yours? We'd love it if you took a little of...

What can a $100,000-a-night private island resort teach you about your own self-worth? A lot, actually, and if you're a small business owner or a freelancer you know how bad it can be to charge less than what you're worth. How do you balance between commanding the proper price tag and allowing the most people to enjoy the breezy island getaway that is your business? Also, there's a lot of talk abo...

Everyone wants the best in child care, but what if you could somehow mix Mary Poppins and James Bond? That's the choice facing the royal couple as they welcome their new baby, but what can that also teach us about excellence in our own lives? Also, some celebrities are hesitant to share photos of their children due to the spectre of "mommy shaming." As we approach Mother's Day, it's important to s...

You may not know it, but most of us likely have an addiction we're battling. Some can be more obvious, like drugs or alcohol. Some can feel like success, like an addiction to work or money. And some can simply feel like part of life. Our guest this week is Michael Molthan, aka M2, and his story is one you won't believe. From building multi-million dollar homes to being arrested more than two dozen...

Everyone knows you better be on the ball when your significant other hits you with the dreaded "Do I look pretty" question. One husband found out the hard way that you don't simply pretend not to hear it. But what can that teach us about the "bids" that we're missing in our own relationships, and how many does it take to really change things? Also, it may not be the best furniture in the world, bu...

Clothing can make us feel a lot of ways - confident, attractive, professional, fun. What about safe? Amy Robbins, CEO of Alexo Athletica, joins the crew to talk about the challenges involved in starting her own clothing line aimed at helping women feel protected even when they're working out. We also talk a lot about karma. A magic nonsense word to some, and the living embodiment of "you reap what...

Far too often we miss the chance to make something truly special because we refuse to work together. To share. To reveal our secrets. What good can come of an abundance mindset, and what can you achieve when you stop viewing others as rivals and start viewing them as partners? Also, success rarely comes on the first try. When we fail, it can be spectacularly and often embarrassing. What separates...

Miracles can happen. From beating an illness to getting that promotion to having a whole grip of kids. Do you have the right mindset to recognize a miracle when it's happening, or do you let them pass you by? Also, we probably know how helpful and wonderful it can be to have a spouse, but what about a work marriage? Do you have a work husband or wife? Or are you the workplace's most eligible bache...

Building a great reputation isn't easy, but destroying one sure is. Julian Leaver, The Dapper Diplomat, will walk us through some simple ways to make sure others see us in a positive light. And since they're simple, you could be overlooking them right now. Also, how do YOU make others feel appreciated? Julian's got several ways to do it. We would be very proud of you if you showed a little interes...

We face problems every day: from work to home to our neighbor's home even. What do you do about a problem you can't solve? Do you fight even harder? Do you accept it? Do you even consider if it's a problem to begin with? Also, some people say rules are meant to be broken, but rules are there for a reason. How important is it that you set clear boundaries, and what happens when people cross them? I...

Skipping ahead may seem like a great thing to do, but is it a shortcut to knowledge? Some college students are finding out the hard way that earning a spot is much harder than getting it from Aunt Becky. Also, we make sacrifices every day. We sacrifice time for money, money for fun, fun for time. How do you know when it's time to sacrifice something you really care for? And how do know that it's w...

Are people actually faking it when they say they love their job? Is the hustle really all that great? Or does it say more about the person that can't imagine enjoying the "rise and grind" attitude? Also, you've likely had bosses you loved and bosses you hated. We all want to believe that we put as much effort into everything we do, no matter the circumstance. But we might just be surprised at what...

If working is dinner, then retirement is dessert. Or at least it would be, if nursing homes weren't so expensive. One man found a cheaper alternative though, and it's a Holiday of an idea. Also, is it ever okay to use emoji's in the workplace? Step aside Millennials, because Heath Oakes has the answer on this week's episode of Second Shot!

No work, no grade. That's the way it's supposed to work in school. However, one teacher found out that in some schools, even no effort should count for something. Also, would you believe that one member of the crew used to be a bit of a football hooligan? Find out how teenage temper can turn into adult success. Blow the whistle on what you're doing and check out this new episode of Second Shot!