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So much of business seems to revolve around tackling complexity. But what most leaders don’t realize is that decomplexifying business isn’t about attaining simplicity. It’s about achieving clarity. Once you get to a critical point of clarity about your goals and the path that will take you there, everything falls into place naturally. Transformational change leadership expert John Rossman joins Penny Zenker today on Take Back Time to discuss why leading transformational change doesn’t have to be as complex as we imagine it to be. Join in and learn how you can make big bets on your business and take it to the next level!

Change is inevitable. The question is, how can we use it as a reset moment for moving toward greater resilience? 2x Amazon Bestselling Author, Brenda K. Reynolds, asserts that certainty and stability aren't the answer to making great leaps—change and disorienting events are! Reynolds, a leadership and organization consultant and TEDx speaker, shares her latest work, The 5 FROGS Transformation Journal and 5 FROGS framework, and discusses strategies for embracing our "now what" moments as fuel for unleashing a "why not?!" and becoming ever more resilient, in the workplace and life space!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

Business meetings are inevitable in any team. Unfortunately, they are often boring, unnecessarily long, and somewhat unproductive. Executive coach and author of Momentum Mamie Kanfer Stewart joins Penny Zenker to discuss how to make meetings highly effective and deeply interesting. She shares two core reasons why most meetings do not work and how to maximize its three major phases. Mamie also explores other channels of communication that are sometimes much more efficient and impactful than meeting your team face-to-face for hours on end.

Stuck in the overwhelm cycle? Join host Penny Zenker as she chats with Sam Kabert, author of the #1 bestselling book SOUL/Life Balance and host of the Soul Seekr Podcast, about his powerful tool for overcoming the overwhelm: breathwork. Sam shares his transformative breathwork experience in his new book, Overcoming The Overwhelm. Gain insights on daily breathwork exercises for managing stress, powerful deep dives for emotional release, and the importance of present-moment awareness for overcoming overwhelm. You’ll even learn a practical tip to improve connection during conversations - all in one insightful episode!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

How does productivity look like in the higher echelons of business sales? Why do only 20% of sales people get the results we all desire? How can the rest of us catch up? Learn how to unlock the B2B time management code in this episode as sales philosopher and thought leader Mike Bosworth shares his best sales productivity tips. Tune in as he shares the wisdom he has gathered over the years and get ready to ramp up your sales productivity game!

We all face different kinds of fear. Some are rooted in our earliest childhood, and others are caused by our failures in life. Whatever it may be, fear is one of the reasons why we hold ourselves back from achieving our goals and unleashing our authentic selves. Penny Zenker chats with author Lynda Sunshine West about what it takes to break through fear using her very own seven-step method. They discuss how to courageously face abusive experiences and eliminate the unhealthy habit of procrastination. Lynda also shares the vital role of faith and a reliable support system in addressing your biggest fears.

Are you ready to rethink accountability and transform your productivity? Join Penny Zenker as she sits down with Jeffrey Klubeck, the unretired professor, world-class coach, and author of The Integrity Game, a book that’s evolving into a comprehensive soft skills development company. In this episode, Jeffrey discusses how integrating accountability with integrity can revolutionize the way we work and live. He shares his powerful 10-point model, starting with purpose, gifts, and potential, to help us understand and embrace accountability in a non-threatening, actionable way. Listen in to discover how you can make accountability a positive, empowering force in your life and work.

Feeling overloaded by constant change? Buckle up and take back time with host Penny Zenker and guest Anne Bonney, CSP, an author, speaker, and creator of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast. Anne shares her superpower – building resilience – to help you master change and uncertainty. Learn how to detach from those pesky unrealistic expectations that fuel frustration. Discover the secret to "mental toughness," the resilience-confidence combo that equips you to conquer change. Tune in to learn more from Anne's insightful perspectives on embracing discomfort, conquering challenging conversations, and leading with emotional intelligence. Don't miss this engaging conversation that could transform your approach to life's inevitable changes!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

We all crave certainty, but award-winning author Maggie Jackson argues in her acclaimed book Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure that embracing the power of uncertainty is the key to unlocking our full potential. Jackson, a renowned expert on social trends and technology’s impact on humanity, delves into the science behind why uncertainty fuels creativity, resilience, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. Uncertain is a powerful call to action, urging us to reframe our relationship with the unknown and harness its power for personal growth in a world that’s constantly changing. So, forget the comfort of having all the answers. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode with Maggie Jackson.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast

Confidence lets you see the mountain of success as a steady incline you can conquer with optimism and determination. But when you are not confident, you see the mountain of success as a looming giant with shrouded mists that whisper in your ears to stop you from conquering it. In this episode, Emily Jaenson, the next-level innovator and leader, shares tips to build your confidence and conquer the road to success. Her “behaviors to build confidence” will empower you to step outside your comfort zone. Remember, confidence is a muscle that strengthens with use, so take charge and start building yours today! Join Emily Jaenson in this episode.www.emilyjaenson.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

We often overschedule ourselves with work to feel productive. However, this is not the right approach to time management and usually leads to burnout. Andrew Hartman of Time Boss is here to help reinvent your work lifestyle and take better control of your daily schedule. Joining Penny Zenker, he discusses the importance of having reset moments and buffer times in your work routine, giving you time to breathe, rethink, and refocus yourself. Andrew also talks about the concept of treating others the way you treat yourself, which is vital in unlocking a more purposeful professional persona.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/

In a world filled with competing priorities and accumulated stress, it’s easy to feel stuck. But fear not because breakthroughs are within reach! Dr. Michael Matucci, a human breakthrough artist, joins Penny Zenker to discuss his unique method for achieving quantum leaps in life. Through his company, Encompass Life, he and his team offer the Quantum Leap technique, a transformative approach to lifting oneself out of challenges and creating miracles. Learn how to identify hidden purposes behind challenges, rewrite your emotional response to past events, and shift your state of being to unlock your true potential. Dr. Matucci also offers a free guide to help you discover what’s stopping your success. Tune in and discover how to transform everyday struggles into stepping stones for breakthroughs!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast

Company culture forms the bedrock of an organization, shaping its values, behaviors, and overall work environment. In this episode, Penny Zenker speaks with renowned company culture and remote work expert Chris Dyer about the intricacies of building a productive and engaging workplace environment. As a former CEO who led companies recognized for their exceptional workplace culture, Chris shares invaluable insights on the seven pillars that constitute a great company culture. Through a lively discussion, he explores the common pitfalls organizations face in their quest for productivity and offers practical strategies for aligning focus, fostering transparency, and empowering employees to drive meaningful change. With anecdotes from Chris’ experiences and actionable advice, this episode equips you with the tools to cultivate a thriving culture that maximizes productivity and satisfaction. Tune in to discover how to take your company culture to the next level and reclaim valuable time in the process.

Are you not getting what you want? What could be the reason behind that? When you are living someone else life or trying to achieve someone else's dream. In this episode, Bruce Turkel, the Author of All About Them, shares his tips to help you get what you want and the reason behind why you don't get it. He also added the Importance of figuring out what you are uniquely good at. Start living your life and not someone else life today. Tune in to this episode with Bruce to know and get what you want.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast

People in all sectors suffer from severe burnout cases as they struggle to adjust to a post-pandemic world and the pressures it puts on their personal and professional lives. Today, let’s address that dilemma and help people overcome burnout and reach their peak performance. In this episode, Erin Stafford, a high-powered marketing executive, talks about burnout and peak performance. She also shares tips on letting go of burnout by doing little shifts in your actions. Erin explains the importance of slowing down and resting, especially if you are a high-achiever or top performer. Let’s grab Erin’s wealth of insights and expertise as you tune in to this episode today. Stay on top, and don’t let burnout force you to flop!The Type A Trap: Five Mindset Shifts to Beat Burnout and Transform Your LifeErin Stafford

By being curious and willing to understand each other, teams can reach their full potential. In this episode, Trevor Blondeel discusses the art of fostering meaningful connections in the workplace. Trevor shares his thoughts on the importance of understanding others in manufacturing while using mindfulness, showing how it can help unlock your team's full potential. Together with our host, Penny Zenker, they dissect a real-life scenario that explores practical strategies to navigate tricky workplace dynamics. The pair discusses how curiosity and honesty affect work relationships, dealing with discomfort with intention and self-awareness, and other topics. Tune in now!

Tech is cool, but what’s cooler? People. In virtual presentations, it’s important not only to understand the technology but also to make every participant feel valued. In this episode, we have Kassy LaBorie share her journey of success in online engagement. She discusses the mistakes people make when hosting online meetings and presentations during a lively conversation about the evolution of virtual training. With her experience, she shares tips on connecting with others online to make everyone feel important. Kassy reveals two crucial principles that are effective for online interactions. Throughout the episode, she stresses the importance of encouraging audience participation and challenges hosts to ask themselves, “What could my audience say or do instead of what I am saying or doing?” Tune in now and learn why people are cooler than tech!

Advertising can be a powerful tool for promoting businesses and products, but it does not come without a downside. As a business owner, it’s a smart move to build a successful business without paid ads, and that is possible! Today, Damon Burton, an SEO consultant, explores the area of Search Engine Optimization and how to harness it in building your business without any paid advertising. As the Author of Outrank, Damon shares his insights about structuring content for credibility and how that helps you outrank competitions. His success leaves footprints that you might want to follow. So, join Damon in this informative episode as he shares his key to success in building a business. 

Our fear denies us from our feelings and emotions, and that holds us back from acting out into our true selves. When we deny ourselves from our authentic selves, we deny ourselves from living a meaningful and fulfilling life. So let’s join T. Mark Meyer, the Author of The Art of Being Authentic: Increase Self-Esteem, Be Happier, and Discover Your Purpose, in delving into the concept of authenticity and how to cultivate it on our own. He explains the value of acting with purpose and reveals why it is the key to living authentically. T. Mark also discusses the connection between living authentically and saving time. Be empowered to find your true self from this meaningful episode with T. Mark Meyer. Revel into the beauty of the Art of Being Authentic and learn to harness its power today.

If business success still elopes you after implementing your best strategies, perhaps you need to reduce what’s on your plate and delegate some to other people. This is where outsourcing work comes in. Penny Zenker sits down with Brittany Brewer of Freeup to discuss how you hiring freelancers can bring you closer to your goals and vision. She discusses how getting rid of menial tasks will give you extra time to handle much more important business matters. Brittany also explains how to pick the right person to delegate work to and the best way to create clear communication channels with your chosen freelancer.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://pennyzenker360.com/positive-productivity-podcast/