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Katie Stoddart, award winning, international & transformative self-leadership coach, interviews world wide leaders & high performers on the topics of leadership & performance, such as: goals, habits, happiness, vision, focus, productivity, motivation, success, creativity, purpose, mindset etc If you want to boost your leadership and performance to the next level, this podcast is here for you! More information about Katie: www.thefocusbee.com
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(336) Neri Karra Sillaman: Pioneers, the secret of business longevity. In this episode, Neri Karra Sillaman shares powerful insights from her journey as a refugee-turned-entrepreneur, academic, and author. We explore what true business longevity means, why impact outweighs profit, and how “luck” is something we can actually create. ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: ⏳ 00:00 – Introducing Neri Karra Sillaman: Refugee, Entrepreneur & Author of Pioneers 🤯 01:21 – Rethinking Longevi...
(336) Oliver Burkeman: How To Live Fully, with 4000 Weeks and Meditation for Mortals In this podcast episode, Oliver Burkeman joins to discuss themes from his books Four Thousand Weeks and Meditation for Mortals. Together, we dive into how embracing human limitations, trusting intuition, and practicing self-compassion can lead to more meaningful work and a richer life. The conversation challenges rigid productivity mindsets, focuses on the value of balancing structure with spontan...
(332) Why Motivation AND Discipline are not enough: Thought – Action Diffusion Theory In this episode, I share how to use thought-action diffusion to boost motivation ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: 🎙️ 00:01 – Introduction to Motivation & Episode Overview ⚖️ 01:00 – The Pain-Pleasure Principle & Intrinsic Motivation 🔄 02:03 – Momentum and Motivation Fluctuations 💪 03:02 – Limits of Self-Discipline 🧠 04:03 – Introducing Thought-Action Diffusion 🔍 05:15 – How...
(328) Aslak De Silva: The Blackbelt in Leadership for CEOs In this podcast episode, a seasoned business leader and martial arts practitioner shares how principles from martial arts—such as discipline, presence, and resilience—translate into effective leadership. Through personal stories, he discusses the importance of clear goal-setting, consistent routines, and managing stress. The conversation explores the value of psychological safety, social support, and mental preparation in ...
(329) The Greatest Hack to Just Start When You Are Feeling Stuck! In this episode, I share the greatest hack for getting started when you are feeling stuck, so that you can gain that momentum to kick off any project you have meaning to do for years! ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: 🌀 00:00 - Feeling Stuck and Common Advice 🧱 01:04 - Chronic Suffering and Inaction 🔥 02:23 - Turning Chronic Pain into Motivation 🔮 03:40 - The Five-Year Visualization Hack ⚖️ 04:58 - Bal...
(328) Business Success is 80% Psychology - Here's Why In this episode, we explore the powerful link between personal psychology and business success. Emphasizing that mindset and self-awareness outweigh strategies, we look at personal stories and client examples to illustrate how beliefs, emotions, and leadership behaviours shape business outcomes. ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: 🧠 00:00 - The Psychology of Success vs. Strategy 🪞 01:18 - Self-Reflection and Leadership Patterns ...
(327) David Price: Transformation from Drug Addict to Millionaire In this episode, David Price, the CEO and Founder of The Price Group - one of the fastest-growing agencies in the insurance industry shares his inspiring journey from struggling insurance agent to successful entrepreneur. They discuss the challenges of building a business, the importance of patience, and overcoming limiting beliefs. ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: 🧠 00:10 - Introduction and Early Beliefs ⏳ 01:42 - The Impor...
(326) The 3 Key Ways for Great Energy Flow in Your Business In this episode of The Focus Bee Show, we explore the importance of energy flow in business for entrepreneurs and founders. We cover three key pillars: Energy Management, Coherence and Alignment. ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: ⚡ 00:00 - Energy Flow in Business: Why It Matters 🏛️ 01:17 - The 3 Core Pillars: Energy, Coherence, Alignment 💥 01:17 - Pillar 1: Managing Personal Energy ⏰ 01:17 - Time vs. E...
(325) How To Totally Quiet the Inner Chatter In Your Mind In this episode of The Focus Bee Show, we explore practical strategies for calming inner chatter and managing incessant thinking. Drawing on insights from "That Little Voice in Your Head," "Chatter," and "The Untethered Soul," the episode is organised into four categories: mental, physical, spiritual, and environmental tools. We share personal experiences and actionable advice, including mindfulness, exercise, meditation, a...
(323) How To Align Your Business with Your Values and Purpose In this episode of The Focus Bee Show, we share effective methods to align your business with your core priorities, values, mission and purpose. Whether you're a busy entrepreneur, executive, or simply overwhelmed by daily demands, these practical tools and reflections will help you shift from chaos to alignment in your business. ✨ What’s Inside This Episode: ⏳ 00:00 – Intro: Defining alignment in your business ...
(322) The Upper Limit Problem: Breakthrough the Ceiling of Happiness In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of breaking through one's "ceiling of happiness," inspired by Gay Hendricks' book "The Big Leap." The discussion focuses on the "upper limit problem" (ULP), which refers to internal limits on our happiness. We outline four core beliefs that hinder joy and success: feeling fundamentally flawed, fear of disloyalty, associating success with burden, and fear of outshin...
In this podcast episode, I explore the theme of productivity, advocating for a shift from a mindset of hardship to one of ease. Drawing from my personal experiences and studies, including a NASA study showing a 35% productivity boost from 30-minute naps, I emphasize the benefits of incorporating breaks and play into the workday. The episode challenges societal beliefs that equate hard work with value, suggesting that a playful, relaxed approach can enhance creativity and enjoyment. Let’...
(320) Morning Routine: Set Your Day Up for Success! In this episode, we explore how to craft your ideal morning routine to enhance your performance and set a positive tone for the day. We break down the essential elements that can help you start your day with clarity, focus, and energy. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Introduction to the imp...
(319) Dana L Cox: Take Resilience To The Next Level In this episode, we explore the concept of radical resets and resilience with our guest, Dana. We discuss the importance of feeling our emotions, reframing our relationship with failure, and the power of community support in overcoming challenges. Join us as we uncover practical steps to pivot in life and business while staying true to ourselves. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → ht...
(318) How To Calm Your Nervous System Within Minutes In this episode, we share effective strategies to help you quickly calm your nervous system and de-stress in our busy, hectic world. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 – OO:13: Introduction Discussing the need to reset our nervous system. 00:13 - 1:13: Grounding Importance of turning off tec...
(314) Katarina Polanska: The Power of Relationships: Healing and Growth Through Connection In this episode, we explore the often-neglected topic of relationships and their profound impact on our personal growth and fulfillment. We discuss the societal conditioning that leads to the neglect of relationships, the patterns and struggles faced by high achievers, and the transformative power of addressing our inner wounds. Join us as we uncover the keys to nurturing healthy relationships and achie...
(312) Konstanty Sliwowski: The Art and Science of Hiring, Insights from a 3X Founder In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hiring with a seasoned founder who has successfully navigated the challenges of building teams across multiple startups. We explore the critical importance of hiring the right people, the common pitfalls leaders face, and the balance between the art and science of recruitment. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to ...
(310) Real Happiness vs Fake Happiness – What’s The Difference? In this episode, we explore the distinction between real happiness and fake happiness, discussing how societal perceptions of joy often lead us to chase fleeting excitement rather than lasting contentment. We delve into the roles of dopamine and serotonin in our emotional well-being and provide practical tips for cultivating a more fulfilling and balanced life. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.co...
(309) Does Meditation Improve Your Focus? In this podcast episode, we explore the benefits of meditation, and its role in enhancing focus and attention. This episode covers the neuroscience of meditation, and how meditation and focus are correlated. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00:10** - Introduction to Meditation and Focus 00:01:22** - Und...
(308) The Art of Trusting The Process: Top 10 Ways to Let Go of Control In this episode, we explore how we can let go of control and trust the process of life. We go through ten practical tips to help us cultivate the art of letting go, embrace uncertainty, and find empowerment in our choices. SUBSCRIBE ▶️ Subscribe to the channel: YouTube.com/@thefocusbee 🎤 Subscribe to the podcast → https://thefocusbeeshow.buzzsprout.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Introduction: The Stru...
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