The Life & Business On Purpose Podcast with Sandy Patterson

Ever wish you could just get out of your head? And stop thinking so much!? In this episode, Sandy talks about why we constantly overthink and question ourselves, and how to start to shift your energy to get out of your head and essentially get out of your own way. When we’re in this flow state (vs. an overthinking state), we’re more productive, more creative, and we’re more OURSELVES. Listen to th...

Ever feel like you’re in your own way and you’re not sure how to get out of your own way? In this episode, Sandy talks about three things you can do to get out of your own head, get out of your own way, and cut the BS. These are three things she wishes she had done a long time ago. Take her advice, don’t make the same mistakes, and You can borrow these strategies and beliefs TODAY to get moving. ...

In this episode, Sandy discusses something that’s been continuously coming up; and the question, “Is It Just Me??” In this Is It Just Me episode, we talk about the self imposed timelines we place on ourselves, in both life and business. And most importantly, what happens when we don’t meet those timelines. Don’t worry; it’s not just you that feels frustrated that things aren’t “working” and that t...

In this episode, Sandy chats about the things that are in our control, and the things that aren’t. We waste so much time worrying about things we can’t control. If we weren’t thinking about the things we can’t control, what could we be thinking about and allocating our energy towards?    KEY POINTS   ✨ Sometimes it feels like so many things are out of our control.  ✨While this may be true, there...

In this episode, Sandy discusses something that so many of us waste our precious time and energy on. We’ve all done this or are doing it now, and it’s time to put a stop to it. The thing…. comparing ourselves to others, second guessing ourselves, questioning our decisions, and worrying about what other people think. You might be surprised as you begin to notice just how much time is wasted on thes...

In this episode, Sandy discusses something that’s been continuously coming up; and the question, “Is It Just Me??” In this Is It Just Me episode, we talk about the desire to do more, learn more, and be more. It’s all about that continuous desire to accomplish something, and NOT being willing to sit stagnant and stay in the same place you’re in. In this episode, you’ll learn how to harness this dri...

In this episode, Sandy shares a story about her six year old that has shifted her thoughts and beliefs about money. You’ll hear all about Cash’s entrepreneurial journey, and how he tackles big ideas like rejection, abundance, and making money. We can all learn a serious lesson here, especially if you’re a new business owner. After listening, you'll start to question your own beliefs about money an...

In this episode, Sandy talks about discipline; as in showing up consistently and doing the things you say you want to do. We chat all about why it’s hard to show up, why it’s a problem when you don’t show up, and ways that you can start showing up for yourself so that you can achieve your goals quicker! Because whatever you desire, whatever your dreams are- it’s possible! But in order for you to g...

In this episode, Sandy reflects on the summer, and how she was able to run her business, full time with her boys home with her all summer. At the beginning of summer she was nervous, but everyone came out alive and well, and these are her takeaways from running a business at home with kids running around. She shares things that went well, and things you can do if you’re a work at home mama with ki...

In this episode Sandy talks with career coach, Meredith Mira, from Choice Points Career Coaching about what it’s like when your life doesn’t take the expected path. For so many of us, we have a plan and think we know exactly where we’ll be one year, five years, ten, twenty years from now. But what happens when life doesn’t go according to plan because you have that gut feeling that there’s more ou...

In this episode, Sandy talks about the beginning stages of marketing your business. In its simplest form, marketing is sharing what you do and how you help. In the beginning, marketing and marketing goals and marketing strategy can feel so elusive. Like am I really doing what I am “supposed” to be doing??? In this episode, you’ll hear about why having a marketing goal is important, what your marke...

In this episode, Sandy talks about how to get clear on your offer and how to fall in love with it! It’s important to know and be confident in how you help your people, and this is exactly what this episode will help you get clarity around. It’s also important to understand not only who you help, but HOW you help them and what makes YOU a no-brainer for your people to say YES to you!    KEY POINTS...

This is the third episode in the summer Business Builders podcast series. This is a five part series specifically for teachers (or anyone) who are in the beginning phases of building a business. It’s for teachers who are wanting to build a side hustle or turn their side hustle into their main source of income so they can have the confidence and freedom to make decisions based on what they truly wa...

This is the second episode in the summer Business Builders podcast series. This is a five part series specifically for teachers (or anyone) who are in the beginning phases of building a business. It’s for teachers who are wanting to build a side hustle or turn their side hustle into their main source of income so they can have the confidence and freedom to make decisions based on what they truly w...

This is the first episode in the summer Business Builders podcast series. This is a five part series specifically for teachers (or anyone) who are in the beginning phases of building a business. It’s for teachers who are wanting to build a side hustle or turn their side hustle into their main source of income so they can have the confidence and freedom to make decisions based on what they truly wa...

In this episode, Sandy talks about the power of leaning into being uncomfortable. Since the things that make us uncomfortable (you know- the things you avoid doing and resist constantly) are the things that are going to push you to grow and move you forward faster. In this episode you’ll learn WHY you go out of your way to stay comfortable, and how you can step outside the comfy box and shake it u...

In this episode, Sandy interviews Amanda Reed, a former teacher turned business owner. In this honest and genuine chat, Sandy and Amanda discuss her journey out of the classroom, the biggest differences she’s noticed in herself after leaving teaching, and her advice to teachers who think they might want to leave teaching. Anyone who is wondering if they may or may not want to stay in teaching will...

Have you ever had a gut feeling and ignored it, then regretted that decision? How many times have you said, “I should’ve listened to my gut!” Listening to your intuition is a tricky thing. Life can be so busy and so noisy. Sometimes it can feel impossible to listen to your gut when you’re moving so fast and don’t even have time to stop to take a breath, let alone spend some quality time with your...

In this episode, Sandy explores a common question she gets asked all the time; What did you do to set yourself up beforehand to transition out of the classroom? The decision to leave the classroom wasn’t made lightly, and in order to transition out of the classroom and to feel comfortable doing so, Sandy had to have a plan. In this episode, she talks all about that plan and the pieces to the puzzl...

In this episode, Sandy shares a curated list of habits of happy people. Because we can all use a little happy, especially when life feels heavy and stressful. Take a listen to see which ones you already do, and which ones you’d like to try!    KEY POINTS   Habits are things that happen consistently over time; not just once or twice.  There are certain habits we can put into place to increase our h...

In this episode, Sandy interviews Rakel Johnson, a former teacher turned business owner. In this honest and candid chat, Sandy and Rakel discuss when she knew it was time to leave teaching, the scariest part about leaving, and what she did to set herself up beforehand.    KEY POINTS   You don’t have to have everything figured out right away.  If you have a gut feeling about wanting more, that gut...

Why are making decisions so difficult? It’s because we’re constantly worried about making the “wrong” or “right” decision. In this episode, Sandy talks all about decision making and how to get super confident in your decision making!    KEY POINTS   One of the scary parts of decision making is not knowing what the outcome will be.  There are no such things as “right” and “wrong” decisions.  Self t...

In this episode, let’s chat about what it means to be thriving, surviving, struggling, or in crisis mode. These four categories can apply to any aspect of your life, and it’s important to make space and reflect on where you’re at and where you want to be. In this episode, Sandy talks about what it means to be in these categories, because so many teachers are working in the survive/struggling categ...

In this episode, Sandy talks about ten jobs you can do outside of teaching without having to go back to school. But more importantly, she talks about how the sky's the limit; Because if you can teach, you can do ANYTHING. It all just boils down to one question, and she’ll discuss it in this episode!     KEY POINTS   It sucks being a beginner. But there’s no way around it if you’re venturing out in...

In this episode, Sandy talks about timelines society and we expect of ourselves. But what happens when we don’t meet the timeline? Give up? Panic? Or….    What if we let go of the timelines and the outcomes?   What if we start focusing more on the process and consider the process the ROI?   What if it's actually not about the end point. What if there isn't even an end point!?    What if we enjoy o...