The Intentional Advantage

One of the biggest regrets people have in life is the things they didn't do or accomplish. It's not the silly mistakes they've made, it's about those dreams they wish they would have chased after. In today's episode, I talk about how to stop making excuses for going after your goals and scheduling a date to accomplish your someday dreams (and why it matters!).   What's In This Episode: The power o...

You shouldn't feel guilty about taking a day off. But let's be honest, a lot of times we do feel bad about taking that time for ourselves. Today's episode is all about taking that time for yourself and feeling really good about it. Sometimes all we really need is a one-day break or personal day to feel recharged. I'll share how setting intentions for your day will lead you to a productive (or rela...

When was the last time you took a vacation? Taking care of yourself and finding time for vacation is one of the keys to achieving a higher sense of happiness and fulfillment. Vacations are about filling your days with intention and the activities that you're passionate about and surrounding yourself with people that are the most important to you. Today, I'm sharing why we need to take vacations to...

Rather than wandering around aimlessly, doing tasks that we don't necessarily love, we should instead be embracing what we do love and working to find more ways to do exactly that. Today's guest is Tiffany Sorya, the founder of Novel Education Group, where she shows families how to make education work for them. Tiffany works with many high-profile clients including Kendall and Kylie Jenner and the...

Life happens outside of the normal nine to five, far from the hustle and bustle of the office. Many people are even working in a non-traditional office space. In today's episode, I'll share how to work more effectively away from an office's fluorescent lights and cubicles. We'll chat about being productive no matter where you're working, whether that's at a hotel, at home with the kids at your fee...

Did you know that time has the ability to stretch and bend like taffy? Think about a time where you've felt rushed and 60 minutes seems to zoom by as you hurry to beat the clock. Now think of a time where you spent your day lying on the beach, soaking up the sun. Didn't that same hour seem to linger? Today's episode is all about how to make the most out of your time, how to savor the moment and ma...

Do you dread Monday mornings and feel like you're always waiting for the weekend ahead? This episode is for you… today, I have a special guest on the show to talk about how you can find passion and fulfillment in your job. Ken Coleman is an author and host of the Ken Coleman Show and the top-rated EntreLeadership Podcast . This season, we have discussed the idea of bending time and it's no secret...

The constant pressure of people-pleasing is a recipe for disaster. It's vital to learn how to fill your days with substance, allowing you to feel happier and more content in your daily life. In today's episode, we're talking about the importance of self-care and taking time out of your day to do things that fill up your cup. I'll share some research about life satisfaction and give you actionable...

Do you spend way too much time on emails? Today, I'm sharing how to become intentional about your email management through several strategies, including batching, simple ways to categorize your emails to take action on them quickly. After this episode, you'll have the tools to manage your email more effectively, the permission to set boundaries, and finally, unplug from your inbox.   What's In Thi...

Have you ever fallen victim to your own calendar? We need to rethink busy and focus on what's important to structure our days to be more effective and rewarding. Today, we'll talk about managing your calendar and how to take control of your schedule and your time so it doesn't control you. I'll share how to get in the driver's seat when scheduling your time AND your priorities.   What's In This Ep...

What time do you start your day? Today, we're talking about our mornings and some of the benefits of utilizing those wee hours before the household is fully awake. I'll share some of the research about mornings and how your brain functions, along with ideas on how you can wake up refreshed, and how you can establish nighttime routines and morning rituals to get you into the habit of getting up ear...

Today, I have a special guest on the show! Pete Mockaitis is here to talk about how to know where to focus your time. He is the host of the How to be Awesome at Your Job podcast and is an award-winning coach who helps professionals perform optimally at work. In this episode, Pete shares some ideas and tips on how you can really clarify where you want to invest your time, even if you feel like you...

You might be surprised to learn that working more hours doesn't always mean you're getting more done. Today, talking about how many hours you're working each week and how working too many hours can actually decrease your productivity. I'll share some history on the 8-hour workday and how other countries and even some companies are experimenting with alternative models and finding a lot of success....

Are you really being productive? We tend to think that the more items that we check off our to-do list, the more productive we are, so we feel obligated to try to do everything and do it well to be "productive." It can sometimes feel like we're a victim to time, but we need to realize that we actually have the power over time. In today's episode, we're talking about shifting your mindset so you ca...

Do you have the confidence to get what you really want? Today, we're talking about having the confidence to bring out the true you so you can pursue your goals and your dreams. In this episode, we'll be chatting about getting out of your comfort zone, vulnerability, and stopping the constant apologizing. It's not about changing who you are and becoming a totally different person. It's about shifti...

I'm so excited to introduce you to Sarah Herron, the Executive Director of SheLift, a female-focused community encouraging women to cultivate confidence and self-acceptance through adventure and authenticity. A Colorado native, Sarah first gained notoriety on ABC's The Bachelor for being the first contestant with a physical disability. With nearly 10 years of experience in marketing and advertisin...

Today, we're diving into how to manage our fear so we can get the courage to pursue something we're truly passionate about. I'll share the two different kinds of fear we have, and why the second one is probably the most common for you. Learn the differences between courage and fearlessness, and start managing your fear in a healthy way, and push forward to go after anything you're dreaming of. Wha...

Today I'm sitting down with author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Jenn Jett, to talk all about knowing your Enneagram type and how it can change your life. Jenn will explain the Enneagram test and how knowing your number can really help you move forward to becoming that best version of yourself. What's In This Episode: What is the Enneagram test Becoming more compassionate through the Enneagram tool...

A good night's sleep can be the difference between a highly productive day and a draggy, unproductive one.  Today I'm going to highlight some of the negative effects of not getting the right amount of sleep. Then, I'll talk about boosting your productivity with a nap and share some tips and routines that can help you to fall asleep faster and make your environment more sleep-friendly.   What's In...

Today we're taking a look at how to organize and streamline paperwork, bills, and expenses and set up systems to downsize debt and grow savings. We'll talk about tools to make finances and saving easy and pain-free. These steps toward finding financial freedom can offer a big boost to your confidence and go far to help you to feel more like the true you.   What's In This Episode: How to best sort...

Today, our focus is figuring out how to organize ALL the "stuff" in our lives, why it's important to organize, and how clutter can actually affect our mental health and even our happiness. I'll share some strategies to help you organize your home, and I'll share one of my very favorite techniques called the Mount Vernon Method. All the ideas I'm sharing today will help you tackle any project aroun...

Dorothy Beal is a runner, a writer, and a body-positive activist who believes runners come in all shapes and sizes and that if you run, you have a runner's body. She is the founder and creator of the I Have a Runner's Body and I Run This Body movement. As a marathon runner, Dorothy believes that exercise has the power to transform your life and that one of the most significant barriers that can ho...

How do you make yourself work even when you don't want to? Today, our focus is all about getting motivated. We're talking about the basics of motivation and procrastination, how to jump-start yourself when you're not in the mood to do much of anything at all, and I'll be sharing six ways to stop procrastinating and get moving.   What's In This Episode: 3 reasons we tend to procrastinate & how you...

What do you do if those around you aren't bought into your new goal or dream? Are you constantly looking for permission from others? Today, we're focusing on what to do when you're looking for support and there isn't really anyone around you buying in. We'll also talk about making good choices and feeling confident in those decisions. What's In This Episode: How to get support from the important p...

Who do you want to be? It's a big & necessary question for us to think through as we spend this season uncovering the true you. In today's episode, we're talking about defining who you want to be and how envisioning your future self can help you to define who you are and where you want to go in life. I'll also share how your virtues play a big role in determining your future self.   What's In This...