by John Nichols
So I have a question, how are small business owners like us who are spending 60 plus hours a week working in our businesses and are still struggling to make ends meet, Who have no time to spend with family, friend or the things that we value most in life, Who feels trapped inside of our businesses and it is consuming our lives? How do we get the freedom to be able to work on our businesses and not in them? That is the question and this podcast will give you the answer.
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February 29, 2024
<p><strong>Introduction: Unlock Your Productivity Potential</strong></p><p>Hey there, fellow productivity seekers! Ready to kick your daily routine into high gear? In this newsletter, we're diving deep into habits that can transform your average day into a powerhouse of productivity. From morning rituals to evening wind-downs, we've got 10 essential habits to share that'll supercharge your day. Let's dive in and make every moment count!</p><p><strong>Habits that will make your day more productive.</strong></p><p><strong>1. Rise and Shine: The Power of Morning Rituals: </strong>Start your day off right with purposeful morning rituals that set a positive tone.Early Bird Gets the Worm: Wake Up with Purpose<strong>: </strong>Rise and shine with intention! Whether it's setting goals or practicing gratitude, starting your day with a clear mindset can set the stage for success.</p><p><strong>2. Mastering Time Management: Key to Productivity: </strong>Time is precious—learn how to manage it effectively for maximum productivity.</p><p><strong>3. Prioritize with Purpose: Harness the Power of To-Do Lists: </strong>Stay on track with to-do lists that prioritize tasks and keep you focused on what matters most. Break down big goals into actionable steps for a sense of accomplishment.</p><p><strong>4. Embrace the Pomodoro Technique: Work Smarter, Not Harder: </strong>Say goodbye to procrastination! Embrace focused bursts of work with the Pomodoro Technique to maintain productivity and prevent burnout. The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that helps you focus on a single task for short intervals, usually 25 minutes, followed by a short break, usually 5 minutes. The idea is to divide your work into manageable chunks and avoid distractions and procrastination.</p><p><strong>5. Cultivating a Growth Mindset: Unlock Your Potential: </strong>Adopt a growth mindset to overcome obstacles and reach new heights.</p><p><strong>6. Embrace Challenges: Turn Setbacks into Opportunities: </strong>View challenges as chances to grow and learn. Shift your perspective to see setbacks as steppingstones to success.</p><p><strong>7. Continuous Learning: Expand Your Horizons: </strong>Commit to lifelong learning for personal and professional growth. Dive into books, courses, and mentorship opportunities to stay ahead of the curve.</p><p><strong>8. Streamlining Your Environment: Set the Stage for Success: </strong>Optimize your surroundings for productivity by decluttering physical and digital spaces.</p><p><strong>9. Clear the Clutter: Minimize Distractions </strong>Create a workspace free of distractions to enhance focus and productivity. A tidy environment leads to a clear mind.</p><p><strong>10. Digital Detox: Unplug for Mental Refreshment: </strong>Take breaks from screens to recharge and foster creativity. Disconnecting from technology can boost mental clarity and overall well-being.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: Elevate Your Productivity Today: </strong>And there you have it—10 game-changing habits to make your day more productive than ever! Whether you're a busy professional or just looking to optimize your routine, these habits will help you unlock your full potential. So why wait? Start implementing them today and watch your productivity soar!</p><p><strong>FAQs</strong></p><p>Q: How long does it take to form a new habit?</p><p>A: Research suggests it takes around 66 days, but everyone's journey is different!</p><p> </p><p>Q: Can I adopt all 10 habits at once?</p><p>A: While it's possible, starting with one or two may lead to greater success.</p><p> </p><p>Q: What if I fall off track with my habits?</p><p>A: Don't sweat it! Just refocus and keep moving forward.</p><p> </p><p>Q: Are these habits suitable for everyone?</p><p>A: Absolutely! They're adaptable to any lifestyle or profession.</p><p> </p><p>Q: How can I measure the effectiveness of these habits?</p><p>A: Try keeping a productivity journal to track your progress.</p><p> </p><p>Q: Can these habits help with work-life balance?</p><p>A: Definitely! By maximizing productivity, you'll have more time for relaxation and fun.</p><p> </p><p>Get started today and unlock your full potential with these powerful habits!</p> <p><p>If you like this podcast, then check out my newsletter called <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank"><strong>Xpansion Press</strong></a>. Business content delivered to your inbox. Just <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank">click here</a> to sign up.</p><p>I would love to hear from you. If you would like to give some ideas for upcoming episodes, just <a href="https://api.quizforma.com/XpansionCode" target="_blank">click here</a> to leave your topics. </p><p>Check out my new <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">Chatbot</a> called "John Bob", just <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">click here</a> to get access. If you want to know how I came up with the name just listen to episode #32 called "A Bob Day"</p></p>
March 2, 2023
<p>Focus on the Doing</p><p><strong>Know Your Triggers</strong></p><p>The likelihood of being distracted is directly related to the amount of pull something has on our attention. Increased self-observation and deep introspection help you identify where your boundaries lie.</p><p>There are three cues that you need to either set boundaries for or to raise your awareness when your boundaries slip:</p><p><strong>Discomfort</strong></p><p><strong>Resentment</strong></p><p><strong>Guilt</strong></p><p>You can’t always avoid every single distraction, but if you’re aware of your weaknesses, you have a better chance of putting the right systems in place to reduce exposure to distractions.</p><p>The first step in setting boundaries is knowing your triggers and limits – are they mental, emotional, physical, or spiritual?</p><p>Once you identify your triggers, you can set healthy boundaries to give you room to do what you want to focus on. Boundaries serve as the framework to focus your efforts and harness your energy so that you can do your best work.</p><p>Keep in mind that your limits are your own, so it’s likely to be different than the limits of others.</p><p>Our inability to set boundaries results from our fear of offending those around us. However, you have little to no obligation beyond your own guilt to be immediately available to everyone all the time. Once you set boundaries, stand by them.</p><p><strong>Eliminate Digital Distractions</strong></p><p>If you’re like most workers, you don’t spend all of your hours at work doing actual work. Be honest. During those perceived lulls at work, the temptation to surf the internet or double-check your notifications can be strong. Remove all digital distractions and reward yourself later.</p><p><strong>Email Usage</strong></p><p>Emails can be extremely distracting. Keeping our email open makes us think we are more connected to others. However, checking our emails often is unnecessary.</p><p>The average professional spends 28% of their workday checking emails and responding to emails.[2]</p><p>If there is an urgent matter, email would not be the first method of contact for you. People will call you instead.</p><p>What can you do to resist constantly checking your email?</p><p><strong>Phone Use</strong></p><p>Not all calls are about your apartment being burglarized or a loved one in a precarious situation. So turn off your mobile phone or put it on silent mode during hours when you need all your attention on your work. You can also opt to activate the voicemail service.</p><p>You could also request your workmates to inform your callers you will get back to them later instead of always tapping your back or shouting out that you’ve got a call at any time.</p><p>Once you’re done with work, call back the earlier callers and explain your situation briefly. In the next two minutes, ask about their concern, note it down and tell them you’d call them back for their needed action. Prepare and write all their needed details, bearing in mind their possible follow-up thoughts on the matter. Then, call them back and always limit the phone conversation to less than three minutes.</p><p>BE “INVISIBLE”</p><p>You can also set your instant messaging status to indicate you are “busy” or stay “invisible” while you work to remain focused on a task. If you still get IMs, just turn off the notification or program. Turn it on later when your current task is not as pressing.</p><p><strong>Social Media</strong></p><p>It’s usually hard to stay focused at work because something new, interesting, and perky always comes with most social networking sites. Not only will it defeat your purpose of staying focused at work, but there’s plenty of information there that could get your mind unnecessarily perturbed – like a friend’s status about her heartbreak or someone from work getting a raise.</p><p>Discipline yourself to log in only when you have extra minutes free. This will help you efficiently use your time to focus on work.</p><p><strong>Focus on Short Bursts</strong></p><p>The tried and true “Pomodoro technique” is a key strategy to improve how you focus at work. It understands that focusing on difficult tasks is both efficient and tiring. You can break it down like this </p><p>How to do the Pomodoro Technique:</p><p>Choose your assignment/work to do</p><p>Set the timer to 25 minutes</p><p>Work until the timer rings</p><p>Take a five-minute break</p><p>Take longer breaks (15 to 30 minutes) for every four Pomodoro intervals</p><p><strong>Article and Video Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/15-ways-to-stay-focused-at-work.html" target="_blank">https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/15-ways-to-stay-focused-at-work.html</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ITff1fIbSc" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ITff1fIbSc</a></p><p>I am inviting you to check out my resources page. It is completely FREE and has a ton information and some downloads. You can find it at <a href="https://resources.xpansioncode.com/optin1">resources.xpansioncode.com</a>.</p><p>I will be releasing new episode every <strong>Thursday!</strong></p> <p><p>If you like this podcast, then check out my newsletter called <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank"><strong>Xpansion Press</strong></a>. Business content delivered to your inbox. Just <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank">click here</a> to sign up.</p><p>I would love to hear from you. If you would like to give some ideas for upcoming episodes, just <a href="https://api.quizforma.com/XpansionCode" target="_blank">click here</a> to leave your topics. </p><p>Check out my new <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">Chatbot</a> called "John Bob", just <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">click here</a> to get access. If you want to know how I came up with the name just listen to episode #32 called "A Bob Day"</p></p>
February 9, 2023
<p>About Jason</p><p>I am The Entrepreneurial Evangelist! <br />I help passionate entrepreneurs build the foundations and frameworks they need to make a massive impact on the world. <br /><br />I have spent my life pursuing professionally those things that I most love personally and I love to spread that to the world! <br />I am an entrepreneur, coach, and podcaster. I bring energy, experience, and curiosity to anything I do!<br /><br />A few things about me:<br />- I am the host of The Spear and Clover Podcast. Our show is where Military Mindset meets The Spirit of the Puppy. We highlight renegade entrepreneurs who bet it all on their passions.<br />- I have coached and consulted with hundreds of entrepreneurs for the past 4 years. I love working with entrepreneurs and have NEVER gotten off of a coaching call with LESS energy than when I started.<br />- I have owned a large CrossFit gym in Chicago for the past 12-years. Here, I developed a love for building tribal communities. This has been one of the great passions of my life!<br />- I have a degree in finance and worked as a commercial banker to large companies. This means I can speak to finances and break-down the fundamentals of business.<br />- I am a US Army Veteran and have served on two deployments to Iraq. I also was stationed in Germany!</p><p><a href="https://www.spearandclover.com/" target="_blank">https://www.spearandclover.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/spearandclover" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/spearandclover</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/spear-and-clover-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/spear-and-clover-podcast/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/spearandclover/?hl=en" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/spearandclover/?hl=en</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/spearandclover" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/spearandclover</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvCzSRy8vrhjflYJUq8yTw" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLvCzSRy8vrhjflYJUq8yTw</a></p><p> </p><p>I am inviting you to check out my resources page. It is completely FREE and has a ton information and some downloads. You can find it at <a href="https://resources.xpansioncode.com/optin1">resources.xpansioncode.com</a>.</p><p>I have a YouTube channel that has snippets from my podcast. Check it out! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcVYzjRI9v-BCnSeB_mw-jA" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcVYzjRI9v-BCnSeB_mw-jA</a></p><p>I will be releasing new episode every <strong>Thursday!</strong></p> <p><p>If you like this podcast, then check out my newsletter called <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank"><strong>Xpansion Press</strong></a>. Business content delivered to your inbox. Just <a href="https://www.xpansionpress.com/leads" target="_blank">click here</a> to sign up.</p><p>I would love to hear from you. If you would like to give some ideas for upcoming episodes, just <a href="https://api.quizforma.com/XpansionCode" target="_blank">click here</a> to leave your topics. </p><p>Check out my new <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">Chatbot</a> called "John Bob", just <a href="https://chatbot.askjohnbob.com/info" target="_blank">click here</a> to get access. If you want to know how I came up with the name just listen to episode #32 called "A Bob Day"</p></p>
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