Positive Productivity With Kim Sutton

As a little girl, I was taught to not overfill my dinner plate and that I could always go back for seconds. As an entrepreneur, I've learned the same is true with my to-do list. Listen in to hear my thoughts! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp239.

"We are either limited or liberated by the stories we tell ourselves." In 2003, Sandra and her husband woke to find California's wildfires had surrounded their house and were right outside their window. They grabbed their animals and a few pictures and ran for their lives. Today, Sandra uses her experience, combined with further training and research, to help communities recover from tragedies. We chat about disaster preparedness, the recovery and resilience mindset, and the internal and external forgiveness that must occur after a disaster. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp238.

Today I'm recording with my office door wide open and my entire family running wild around my house because.... Snow and sick days have stolen my silence. Listen as I discuss how we just need to keep moving forward, no matter what life is throwing at us. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp237.

"Leading from the Yin-side out." Lea was born with an immune deficiency and has escaped death on several occasions. She recognizes how precious life is, as well the presence of a toxic imbalance in our culture. Lea has a passion for helping leaders and entrepreneurs connect to who they are and grow from the inside out -- without burning out. We chat about mind-body healing, how we created our careers (and our careers created us), our burnouts, and the awesome lives that created as a result. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp236.

Are you building relationships with the intention of seeing what you can provide to the relationship? Or are you entering them to see what you can gain? Listen to hear my thoughts about building real relationships. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp235.

As a high schooler, Mitch formed a rock band which taught him many entrepreneurial lessons. After college, he founded a software company -- which he sold for 8-figures - and later a Business Breakthroughs International with Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes. During our chat, Mitch shares his fascinating background, including how the idea for his software company came to be, how Business Breakthroughs was born, how he met and developed a friendship with Jay Abraham, and what you should do when planning to attend a business event. We also chat about mindset, how setbacks can be life blessings, and much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp234.

Are you going through a season of struggle or challenges? If so, it's important to me that you know you're not alone. In this episode, I share the rough season my family and I went through and why/how it's important that you keep moving forward. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp233.

Maddy entered the Peace Corps after graduating college and evolved through several other jobs before becoming a Chief of Staff at Teach for America. This position inspired the business she has today. During our chat, Maddy and I discuss the importance of having support in our business, the difference between a virtual assistant and a virtual chief of staff, the tools we use in our businesses and more. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp232.

I just finished wrapping my 2017 financials and was struck again by the importance of looking at my financials on a regular basis. Listen in to hear more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp231.

"I got sick and tired of being sick and tired" After earning her Masters degree in social work, Avalaura discovered working in the healthcare system was helping people maintain their dysfunction rather than heal. Following a women's retreat weekend, Avalaura returned to real life to find major change. Listen to how Avalaura's journey transformed into one of hope and healing! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp230.

As a result of my chat with Dr. Steven Masley (episode PP 228 - http://www.thekimsutton.com/pp228), I made, and continue to make, simple life changes which are increasing my productivity and focus. Listen to hear the changes I have made and how you can do the same! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp229.

"Somebody who eats one cup of green leafy vegetables a day has a brain that's 11 years younger than someone who doesn't." Dr. Masley and his team research and study the lifestyle choices which can improve our brain performance and productivity. We chat about my own struggles with brain fog stemming from thyroid issues and sleep deprivation, as well as about how food, nutrients, activities, stress, and toxins affect our performance. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp228.

Is extra physical clutter in your house contributing to excess emotional clutter? Listen as I share how I'm preparing myself and my house for the best year ever! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp227

"You've got to be willing to work through the good times and bad. It's a marathon, not a race." Matt is a recovering Air Force pilot and corporate executive who wanted more control over his life and income. He is now the owner of School Spirit Vending, with a franchise team of over 100+ members across 40 states. Our chat discusses a wide berth of topics including school spirit, asking for help when you're struggling, how Matt started his franchise model, the benefits of hiring a business coach and more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp226.

No, there isn't a typo in the title of this episode. After my family (including me!) all got the gift of the flu for Christmas, I realized the most important thing I could do for myself was SLEEP and take care of myself. Listen to a quick episode about siccess vs. success. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp225.

Jonathan developed a fondness for fitness and nutrition in high school and his interest continued through college to today. Listen as Jonathan and I chat about following your passions and turning them into income and impact generating activities. Jonathan shares how he's transitioning from big box gyms to running his own facility, and we also chat about how timing works out when we're patient. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp224.

2017 was a year of major shifts and improvements in my life. Listen to hear what my biggest shifts were, and how they have impacted my life. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp223.

"You can do one of two things: You can do nothing and let it destroy your life or you can go out and change the world with it." Alexandra has taken an unfortunate diagnosis and turned it into a business and podcast that now helps and impacts a huge community. We chat about the stigma attached to people with Herpes, the depression and anxiety suffered by those diagnosed, and how life goes on - in all the best ways when we stop obstacles from being barriers. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp222.

Jumping from task to task (aka multitasking) costs us time, money and efficiency. Listen as I share a quick insight on the benefits of batching. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp221.

Even if you're doing what you think you should and it brings you joy, sometimes life gives you a nudge in the right direction. Roger had a history of losing his job, when, after one final job loss, his wife suggested it was a sign from God to discover and pursue his life Purpose. Roger and I share discuss how money shouldn't determine our path, how neither of us feels as though we've grown up, our love for entrepreneurship despite our family history, and much more! Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp220.