Thinking Differently with Kathie Rotz

I love a deal, how about you? As we start the holiday season, does the rustle of the shopping ads on Black Friday or Cyber Monday call your name? It’s easy to be drawn into the hype of the shopping season and the sales that abound this time of year.  I’m not going to discourage you from saving money. In fact, I also have a great sale going on now through December 1st on my online courses! Be sure...

My recent travels have given me some insight into getting to my destination as efficiently as possible.  It got me thinking about the lessons we can learn from setting our destination and staying focused on getting there. During today’s podcast, I talk about your plan for the new year and how today is the best day to start planning. Below is the link to the personal growth template I reference in...

When you hit a roadblock in the way, is your instinct to give up or do you jump into problem solving mode? We all run into circumstances in our lives that throw us off and our attitudes make all the difference between succeeding and truly failing.  Join me in a discussion on thinking differently about failure. #unityconsultingllc #motivation #mindset #attitude #thomasedison #problemsolving #succes...

Are you intentional about what you eat?  So often we think about what we should avoid but our bodies need certain foods and vitamins to function well.  Authors, Mark Hyman and Shawn Stevenson have been my recent inspiration for fueling my body with the nutrients that it needs. Join me in making a small but consistent change to make a big impact on your health.   The Daniel Plan by Rick Warren, Dan...

How are you doing with your 2023 goals? Are there some things you’d still like to accomplish before you start setting your 2024 goals? Today, I’m revisiting an interview I did with my friend, Antoinette Griffin, on finishing your year well.  Listen to some of her excellent ideas checking off your list and enjoying a restful holiday season. Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unitycons...

When you start your New Year, do you set a goal or focus for the year? I love to choose a word to focus on throughout the year and this year, my word is Value. Below are some of the things I reference in today’s podcast. #71 Word of the Year - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/eYcjyoxsYDb Maxwell Leadership Executive podcast, episode #258 - https://www.maxwellleadership.com/podcast/executive-po...

How would you rate your efficiency? If you’ve followed me for any amount of time, you know that I love efficiency! It becomes a game for me, how can I get this done faster or in less steps or with less space? Even if it’s not something that’s high on your priority list, we could all use a little extra time in our day.  Today I’m talking about some tips to help you save that extra time or space.  I...

How good are your street smarts? I had mine tested over the weekend and it got me thinking about my main street smarts. Join me for a discussion on how your environment affects the way you think. Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultingllc.com   * kathierotz.com * www.youtube.com/@unityconsultingllc   I look forward to connecting with you as we challenge your habits so that...

Have you ever had one of those days when nothing goes as planned? My friends, every day in Wisconsin has been an adventure for us and this past weekend was no exception! It would be very easy to get overwhelmed and there were definitely some moments we did, but we are able to shift our attitude for the situations we run into.  Our attitudes have a huge effect on how we handle the problems that ari...

Have you heard the famous quote by Theodore Roosevelt, “Comparison is the thief of joy”? With our big move lately, it’s been very easy to compare our lives in Iowa to our new life in Wisconsin.  Think differently today about comparison and choose joy with me! Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too. * unityconsultingllc.com * kathierotz.com *www.youtube.com/@unityconsultingllc I look forward t...

The past few months have been busy for us! We decluttered our house, sold it, packed up everything and moved to a different state. As we weed through all the boxes, it’s so easy for us to get overwhelmed.  Have you ever felt this way during major life changes? My husband, John, joins me today as we encourage you (and ourselves!) to keep moving forward. Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too....

Have I mentioned I’m moving? Today I’m talking to my good friend Chelyn who has lots of experience moving her business.  Her advice is not only helpful for me during this season of life but also a great reminder that our business strategy always needs to be evolving to keep up with social, technological, environmental and economic changes around us. Find Chelyn here: Text her at 260-214-5633 Faceb...

Did you pick up a new hobby during the pandemic? A lot of us did! My friend, Nicole, not only picked up a hobby but she turned it into a business.  I’m thrilled to talk to her today about the lessons she learned along the way as she and her husband started their lavender farm and business. Find Nicole here: lavenderatstoneyacres@gmail.com https://lavenderatstoneyacres.com/ https://www.instagram.co...

Some people are born with an internal drive to grow and achieve things, but we can all learn to tap into that drive.  Today, I’m chatting with my friend, Stephanie Richardson about personal development, coaching and accountability.  Join us for a discussion on leading yourself well and pushing yourself to grow. As she mentions in our discussion, “When the why is clear, the how is easy”! Look for S...

Have you heard the term servant leadership? Serving your team is a wonderful aspiration, but sometimes we take all the roadblocks out of their way and rob them of the adversity that encourages them to grow. Today I speak with my friend Stephen Schreibeis about what he’s learned working as the superintendent in his school district. Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultingllc...

Today’s my birthday! Sometimes we shy away from celebrating our birthdays as we get older but they’re actually a great time to reflect on the decades we’ve completed and the ones on the horizon.  Each season or decade comes with its own joys and challenges and looking back allows us focus on the things we accomplished and give ourselves grace for the things that were not a priority. Whatever you’r...

In our last Mastermind, we dive into self-discipline and personal development in chapters 9 and 10. If you would like to read along with me, please pick up the book, "Developing The Leader Within In You 2.0" by John Maxwell here- https://amzn.to/3pL1xQk Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultingllc.com   * kathierotz.com * www.youtube.com/@unityconsultingllc   I loo...

Join me for part four (out of five) of our Mastermind book club to discuss the importance of humility and setting a vision as a leader. Today we dive into chapters 7 and 8. If you would like to read along with me, please pick up the book, "Developing The Leader Within In You 2.0" by John Maxwell here- https://amzn.to/3pL1xQk Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultin...

#151 Mastermind: Problem Solving is an Angle of the Attitude Superpower! Join me for part three (out of five) of our Mastermind book club to discuss how being a good problem-solver with a great attitude affects your leadership. If you would like to read along with me, please pick up the book, "Developing The Leader Within In You 2.0" by John Maxwell here- https://amzn.to/3pL1xQk Join the...

Join me for part two of our Mastermind book club to discuss how character affects your leadership and how being open to change allows you to be a better leader.  If you would like to read along with me, please pick up the book, "Developing The Leader Within In You 2.0" by John Maxwell here- https://amzn.to/3pL1xQk Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultingllc.com  ...

Grab your cup of coffee or tea and sit down with me to dive deep into the book “Developing the Leader in You” by John Maxwell. Today, I’m starting a book club with you! The first two chapters of this great book discuss leadership through influence and priorities as a leader. As we learn these leadership principles together, I encourage you to take a few moments to pause the podcast and think throu...

We know how important our thoughts are, but did you know that there is scientific proof that the way we think affects our emotions, actions and results? If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that I lean heavily on the thought cycle to change my habits. Join me for a discussion on the trick to getting better results! Visit our YouTube channel and websites, too.   * unityconsultingllc.com   *...

Have you heard of FOMO, the fear of missing out?  Today I’m going to talk about JOMO, the JOY of missing out! We use our technology in so many aspects of our daily lives but there is something so refreshing about disconnecting for a bit to see the world around us.  Join me to hear about some the awesome benefits of missing out on technology. Please like & follow this YouTube channel and visit...

I bet I can guess what you’re thinking, isn’t too much anxiety bad for my health?  It is, but so is too little.  I love to push you out of your comfort zone to think differently.  Anxiety can help with that!  It sparks creativity, it gets us places we wouldn’t normally go and it prepares us for more dangerous situations. What “stressful” situation can you put yourself in today to challenge yoursel...

We are what we think! How we think about ourselves is a habit and it makes a big impact on how we walk through life. When my friend, Melissa, asked for resources on “changing your mindset”, I was overjoyed to give her some recommendations of books and podcasts that have been meaningful for me. My purpose in this podcast is to challenge your thinking and to encourage you to grow.  I hope you enjoy...