Welcome to my weekly Monday Motivation podcasts! Each week I will have a new topic to discuss. I call it "Monday Motivation with an edge!" Listen in and learn ways to STOP with the excuses and live life to its fullest! If you're ready to GET OFF YOUR ASS and do something your future self will thank you for... then these podcasts are FOR YOU! I also ask for, and appreciate, feedback and input! So, listen carefully for the question of the week and yes, special offers to help you Achieve Your S ...
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Edgy Work Talk. Fresh Insights. We Break It Down So You Stay Ahead. Its not just you - work is bonkers. You get hit from all sides. Your boss. Your team. Your clients. Another org change. A layoff. Which makes you want to chuck it all and live off the grid. Friend-to-friend? We get it. We're in it. And we're finding the best ways to handle your work sh*t so you don't have to go sell candles in Montana. We're two leadership pros, and friends, hitting you with the latest news, expert interview ...
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Beyond the Ping Pong Table - Why Top Companies Actually Use Play to Win
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In a world obsessed with productivity, could play be your team's secret weapon? Brandon Wetzstein has helped transform teams at major organizations by tapping into the power of strategic play. In this episode, he breaks down why traditional "serious" approaches often lead to mediocre solutions, and how structured play can break through conventional…
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New Week, New Headlines: AI Is Making 71% of Workers Less Productive: The Truth About Tech Burnout + Why You Need $1.6M to Retire
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AI Is Making 71% of Workers Less Productive: The Truth About Tech Burnout + Why You Need $1.6M to Retire We're tackling tackle two major workplace challenges: AI & Burnout: We expose alarming new research that shows a massive disconnect between executives and workers when it comes to AI. While 96% of leaders are betting big on AI to boost productiv…
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New Week, New Headlines: The Ageism Paradox: Young Women Bear the Brunt, The $15K Hidden Cost of RTO & Why Companies Are Offering Divorce Benefits
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In this week's workplace headlines, dive into the groundbreaking 2024 McKinsey & Lean In Women in the Workplace report revealing young women face twice the ageism as their male peers. Learn why it will take 50 years to reach pay parity and discover the shocking real cost of return-to-office mandates - averaging $1,200 monthly per employee. Plus, ex…
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast. This is the podcast that gets you fired up and ready to take charge of your business, your confidence, and your success! I’m Sandi, the BADASS Business Coach™, your host! We’re at the end of October, yes still the 4th quarter, but we’re deep into the month and …
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New Week, New Headlines: The Hidden Costs of Layoffs and Building Trust for AI Adoption. Also, the CHRO at Spotify is a Bada**.
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In this episode of Your Work Friends, Francesca and Mel dive into the long-term impacts of corporate layoffs and the crucial role of trust in AI adoption. They discuss recent research revealing how layoffs can damage employee morale, engagement, and company recovery for up to 24 months. We also explore Fortune's findings on how top European compani…
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New Week, New Headlines: The Future of Work: Managers Fading and Bonus-Based Pay Rising & Human Capital Is Investment - Not Expense
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Discover two major work trends that are reshaping the workplace: the shift away from managers and the growing importance of bonus-based pay. Learn why human capital is an investment, not an expense. Two Game-Changing Work Trends: 👉 Explore two major work trends transforming corporate America: the decline of traditional managers and the rise of bonu…
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Trauma-Informed Leadership: Building Psychologically Safe Workplaces w/ Deborah Lee founder at Creaturae
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In an era where employee wellbeing is paramount, leaders are increasingly recognizing the need for more compassionate and psychologically safe work environments. But what if I told you that over 80% of people globally have experienced some form of trauma? This statistic, highlighted in the latest episode of "Your Work Friends" podcast, underscores …
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Podcast #418: Welcome to the 4th Quarter!
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses"! It’s the 4th quarter, people! We’re in the final stretch of the year. You know what that means—it’s make-or-break time. No more excuses, no more waiting for the "perfect moment." If you’re in business, now is the time to pull it all together and finish the year strong. In tod…
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New Week, New Headlines: The Company with a 5:1 CEO Salary Cap, What the Comments Section Tells us About Nike’s CEO & Send Your Recruiter a Pizza
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The work news is HITTING in September, here are the four what we're watching... Pizza Hut: Wanting to help you get a job, Pizza Hut will print your resume on a pizza box and send it to a recruiter. We referenced: https://adage.com/creativity/work/pizza-hut-will-deliver-pizza-your-resume-box-potential-employer/2580841 Sam's Club and Bank of America:…
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How to Fuel Your Org With Soul and Talent w/Author and Talent Executive Mike Ohata
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There are a lot of reasons why you'd want to talk to Mike Ohata about talent. First, he's got the chops: Fortune 15 Talent Leader (KPMG, Microsoft), Founding Board Member at Ezra Coaching and the Author of "The Talent Fueled Enterprise". He's knows how to put major points on the board the biggest and most complex orgs. In Talent circles, we like to…
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🔥 #7: Pride - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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Help a friend? Tell us how we're doing (we're seriously curious) by filing out this short (seriously, short) survey: https://forms.gle/VG19hQRLy8bCyFMS6 ABOUT THE EPISODE: From our Fishbowl LIVE series, the "7 Deadly Work Sins", we bring you the last sin, PRIDE … You know PRIDE: That feeling of apathy, laziness, like you just don't want to be here.…
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🔥 #6: Sloth - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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Help a friend? Tell us how we're doing (we're seriously curious) by filing out this short (seriously, short) survey: https://forms.gle/VG19hQRLy8bCyFMS6 ABOUT THE EPISODE: From our Fishbowl LIVE series, the "7 Deadly Work Sins", we bring you the #6th sin, SLOTH … You know sloth, that feeling of apathy, laziness, like you just don't want to be here.…
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🔥 #5: Greed - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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Help a friend? Tell us how we're doing (we're seriously curious) by filing out this short (seriously, short) survey: https://forms.gle/VG19hQRLy8bCyFMS6 ABOUT THE EPISODE: From our Fishbowl LIVE series, "The 7 Deadly Work Sins", we bring you sin #5: GREED. You know greed...that feeling of nothing is ever good enough and you need more - the title, t…
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Podcast #417: What Quadrant Do Your Tasks Fall In?
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Here's another episode of No More Excuses! The last few episodes I’ve discussed "Mastering Workflow Management" With topics such as finding and implementing a good CRM system, workflow management, identifying key processes and learning how to map out your flow! Another way to “Master Workflow Management” is to Prioritize! I…
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New Week, New Headlines: Office Therapists on Payroll, Is Wellbeing Fixable & Don't Leave Teammates on Mountains
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The work news just doesn't quit - here's what we're talking about.... WTF News: Two stories that had us going, WTF?! WellsFargo employee dies at her desk. Co-workers don't find her for four days. Four. Teammate gets stranded on the side of a mountain during a work-sponsored team building event. Can we stop with the mountaineering already? Office Th…
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How Socioeconomic Status Impacts Work w/Brayden Olson, Co-Founder of Almas Insight
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Your socioeconomic status dictates your future. Wealth inequality has a more significant impact on where you go and what you can do. From the education you receive to the career paths you can access, and even how you view yourself in society. And this isn't just your problem—it's a generational crisis. We sat down with expert, Brayden Olson co-foun…
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New Week, New Headlines: Why Are So Many Executive Women Quitting? & Work Resorts and Remote CEOs
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This week, we're talking about... Why Are So Many Executive Women Quitting? We tackle the unsettling trend of women leaders stepping down from Ivy League presidencies amid intense scrutiny. This concerning pattern highlights the persistent gender biases in leadership roles across academia and corporate America. As we dig into statistics from the Ch…
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses Podcast. In my last episode (#415), I had Soof Hirschmann on to talk about how a solid CRM is your secret weapon for growth and efficiency. But today, we’re going even deeper—into the heart of your business: Workflow Management. You might be thinking, "Workflow managemen…
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How to Reduce Human Debt in the Workplace w/ Duena Blomstrom Co-Founder of PeopleNotTech & Tech Led Culture Author
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You may not have heard the term Human Debt before. But, you've felt it. We had the privilege of sitting down with powerhouse Duena Blomstrom to talk about HumanDebt™ in the workplace. Duena is a HumanDebt™ fighter, author of Tech Led Culture, Co-founder of PeopleNotTech, and Neurospicy at Work. She also has a fantastic newsletter on LinkedIn, Chasi…
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New Week, New Headlines: Project 2025's Impacts to Workers & There's a Happiness Gap at Work
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We're back with New Week, New Headlines! Here's what we're talking about this week.. Topic #1: Project 2025's Impacts to Workers: unpacks the conservative Project 2025 agenda and its potential ramifications for the Department of Labor and US workers. We tackle the intricate implications of a conservative policy proposal aimed at bolstering American…
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🔥 #4: Envy - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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From our LIVE event on Fishbowl... Let's talk about...ENVY You know envy, that little green monster that likes to show up from time-to-time. 🔥 Maybe your co-worker got the promotion you've been waiting for for three years. 🔥 Maybe your college roommate made a billion dollars in tech and your back in your parents basement. 🔥 Or, maybe you find yours…
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Podcast #415: Does Your CRM Work For You?
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the "No More Excuses" podcast. Here I empower you to build your business, boost your confidence, and achieve incredible success. Having more hours in the day is not going to happen, so it's crucial to learn how to improve your workflow management. It's all about streamlining your processes …
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How to End Workplace Abuse w/ "Workplace Psychological Safety Act" Authors and End Workplace Abuse Founders, Deb Falzoi & Vicki Courtemanche
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In the US, do you have a right to a safe, psychologically safe workplace? Because, right now, there is no legislation protecting employees from toxic work environments. None. Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Deb Falzoi and Vicky Courtemanche, founders of the End Workplace Abuse Initiative. They are spearheading efforts to implement the Wo…
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🔥 #3: Gluttony - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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In this episode, we are talking about Gluttony ...you know gluttony, that feeling of entitlement - to time, resources, office supplies. Maybe you think it is ok to spend 20-minutes of a 30-minute meeting talking about your weekend to your co-workers. Maybe you steal the free snacks before you head home from training. Or, maybe you find yourself arg…
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses." This is the podcast where we empower you to build your business, boost your confidence, and achieve incredible success. I'm your host, Sandi Ballard The BA Biz Coach, and today I'm diving into "The Confidence Blueprint for Business Success." In this episode, I'll explore…
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How to Deal with Jerks at Work w/ Dr. Tessa West
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Ever wondered how to handle that gaslighter or micromanager in your office? Join us as we explore these challenging workplace dynamics with Dr. Tessa West, a psychology professor at NYU and author of "Jerks at Work." Dr. West shares her journey from the high-end retail world to academia, offering practical advice and engaging anecdotes that illumin…
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast In these podcasts, I tell it like it is, give you tips, share stories and get you motivated to grow both personally and professionally and run your business like a BADASS! In my last podcast I shared my story of how I failed to create a PLAN to achieve my goals. …
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Podcast #412: Are You Happy Where You Are TODAY?
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of No More Excuses! Today’s podcast might be a bit different from the previous ones. Lately I’ve been getting asked, “How did you get into coaching?” So, I thought today I would share a little bit of my story, and how I realized I was not happy where I was! It all started at the end of 2012, when …
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🔥 #2: Wrath - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins" Summer Series
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This week, we're talking about...WRATH. Ever wonder 'what the hell is that person's problem? In this episode, we are talking about Wrath ...you know wrath, that fiery feeling that bubbles up in the pit of your stomach and you have to control your face? Maybe you lost it on your co-workers in a stressful meeting and things got awkward. Maybe you tho…
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Podcast #411: Are you Persistent or a PITA?
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast! Today I’m tackling a crucial aspect of success... being persistent without being a pain in the ass! Persistence is key to achieving your goals, but how do you do it without annoying everyone around you? Today, I cover actionable steps to make that call, send th…
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Has Work Become a Cult of Disruption? w/Leadership Expert and Author, Ashley Goodall
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It's not you, work has become a bit nutty. And, the main reason - change. For the past 10 years, organizations have not only been incented and are, seemingly addicted to change and disrupting their companies. Mergers, acquisitions, new leadership teams, new technologies, new strategies, new, new, new. How do we get to this place where it really fee…
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Podcast #410: How Do You Build Mental Toughness?
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Today we’re diving into a crucial topic for success in any area of life: Mental Toughness! Listen in as today I'll discuss: What is mental toughness? Why is it so important? How can you build it it? The quick definition is: Mental toughness is the ability to persevere throu…
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🔥 #1: Lust - From Our Fishbowl LIVE "7 Deadly Work Sins"Summer Series
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This week, we're talking about...Lust. Lust...you know lust, that feeling of butterflies when walking into the office. Maybe you have a simple crush with your lunch buddy. Maybe you're finding yourself going 4-years deep into their IG and accidentally hitting like. Or, maybe you find yourself receiving random notes from Chris in IT. At work, lust s…
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How to Find Your Calm in the Chaos w/ Mindful Leadership Experts Carissa Ricci & Aurora Myers
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What if understanding your physiological reactions to stress could transform your leadership style and how you show up at work and in life? This compelling episode with Mindful Leadership experts Carissa Ricci and Aurora Myers dives into the essence of mindful leadership in the workplace. Our guests share their journey and expertise on integrating …
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses Podcast! I'm your host, Sandi Ballard, The Badass Business Coach™, and today I'm hitting you with a bit of a wake-up call: say it with me: "Holy Shit... It's June!?" I've done this as a talk a few times over the years, and well, that title was always taken in one of two way…
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New Week, New Headlines: Rudeness Epidemic: Insights from SHRM’s Civility Index & Turns Out, Becoming an AI Power User is Easy.
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This week, we're focusing on key studies that just dropped... Topic 1: Rudeness Epidemic: Insights from SHRM’s Civility Index Can workplace incivility be costing your organization more than you realize? Join us as we unravel the harsh reality that nearly 40% of daily uncivil acts happen at work. We dive into personal stories and real-life experienc…
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How to Spot Trustworthy Employers w/Open Org Co-Founder & Transparency Expert, Adam Horne
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Adam Horne, co-founder of Open Org is on a mission: to build a more trusted, transparent world of work. So, we wanted to get him on the pod to talk about how in the hell do you do that? Turns out, it's not only doable (let's start with employees having ZERO surprises around biggies like compensation, benefits, etc), but, when done authentically - c…
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Podcast #408: Get Your Business in "Summer-Body" Shape!
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HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of No More Excuses! In today's episode, I talk about something near and dear to my heart—a business tune-up. You heard me right. It's time to get your business leaner, stronger, and ready to kick some serious ass! We all know the importance of keeping our body's in shape, right? And every Summer, …
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