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Work Smarter, Not Harder Podcast with Kim Sutton

We didn't start our businesses to become broke, broken and/or burnt out, but unfortunately, for so many parent entrepreneurs (parentpreneurs), that's exactly what happens. On The Work Smarter, Not Harder Podcast, Kim Sutton and her guests will empower Christian parentpreneurs like you with the systems and strategies you need to get away from your business and back to the people and activities you love. Topics discussed will include mindset, boundaries, confidence, visibility, business systems, team building, marketing, networking, relationships, work/life balance and more! #worksmarternotharder
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Now displaying: February, 2018
Feb 28, 2018

"Don't know too much. Don't be too smart... Get out of your own way of allowing surprise and creativity into your life."

Michael was an actor in New York City who gained a reputation as an acting coach. From there, Michael realized his skills as a coach could benefit business owners and executives as well.

Michael and I chat about inherited purpose, income vs. impact, cutting the weaker branches out of our life and more.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp282.

Feb 27, 2018

Are you infected with the Yes Sickness? Do you say "Yes" whenever anybody asks you to do anything? Listen in to hear my perspective.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp281.

Feb 26, 2018

"Think about the big picture. Why are you really here?"

Brian is an ophthalmologist with a fascination for psychology. While at the 2014 Olympics with his patient, Steven Holcomb, he saw how the world's perceptions were being altered by Putin, and decided to write his book, Perceptual Intelligence.

Dr. Brian and I chat about the downside of influencers and influencing, the importance of seeking the truth and well developed critical thinking skills, how we're here to help each other, cat poop coffee, and more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp280.

Feb 25, 2018

I was recently hired by a new client to assemble a digital marketing campaign within a short time frame. Unfortunately, communication was lacking.

Listen to hear the struggles that ensued, as well as how we can all afford to step up our communication.


Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp279.

Feb 24, 2018

"Do what you love."

Max became an entrepreneur in college, and raised several million dollars in venture funding. Through that company, he learned he had a passion for digital marketing, specifically direct response. Today, Unicorn Innovations offers digital marketing services and training to small businesses and corporations.

Max and I chat about the meaning of the word "Unicorn," the importance of knowing our ideal client -- and only working with them, the mistakes we've made along our entrepreneurial journeys and more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp278.

Feb 23, 2018

I was recently introduced to a new productivity tool, and I instantly fell in love. Listen to here how I'm using it in my business, and how it's helping me get more done!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp277.

Feb 22, 2018

"Relationships drive revenue."

As a child, Cauvee knew he wanted to be a musician, and quickly realized he wanted to be an independent artist. His journey has led him to combine music with personal development and motivational messages, and thus, become an inspiration engineer.

We talk about the motivation or side effects caused by the words, "You can't...", the importance of giving value and building strong relationships, ethical sales and marketing strategies and more.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp276.

Feb 21, 2018

Due to taking shortcuts where my healthcare was concerned, I just returned home after spending two days in the hospital. Tune in to hear what happened, and how (and why) to prevent the same from happening to you.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp275.

Feb 20, 2018

"Leave a legacy, a legacy that matters. Be the legend in your legendary way."

Izabela grew up in Yugoslavia, and as a teenager, became a refugee and immigrant. She eventually settled in the United States, where she furthered her education and founded her business. Today, Izabela works with leaders worldwide, empowering them to lead a more meaningful life.

We chat about the importance of connection and gratitude, the why behind our businesses, impact vs. income, and more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp274.

Feb 19, 2018

When's the last time you performed a digital marketing purge? Or have you ever?

In this episode, I share how I have been actively been purging my digital marketing -- from the clutter within my Infusionsoft account to my social media profiles.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp273.

Feb 18, 2018

Corey Poirier was raised by a single mother and became an entrepreneur at a young age, He founded a business publication at age 19, before entering the Fortune 500 corporate sector. When a play he wrote and produced faced a minor hiccup, he took a course on standup comedy to become more confident on stage.

Listen as Corey shares his journey into his career as a public speaker, author and podcaster. In addition, we chat about how we were raised, speaking bloopers, our significant others, sweat lodges and more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp272.

Feb 17, 2018

There are two words you need to delete from your vocabulary, and no, I am not talking about swear words. Listen to hear what these two words are, and what you should say instead.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp271.

Feb 16, 2018

"The average person doesn't possess the skills, the resources, the knowledge to be able to budget like the big boys do, yet they need that information more critically."

Earlier in his life, Mitchell found himself coming out of an unexpected divorce, selling his company for pennies on the dollar, and over $100,000 in debt. After remarrying, he and his wife realized they needed to make changes to how they handled their finances. The Pouch Plan was born.

In our chat, Mitchell and I are transparent about our financial struggles (and successes!) and Mitchell shares the Pouch Plan method.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp270.

Feb 15, 2018

Are you able to prioritize your tasks and put the most important at the top of your to-do list? When the task IS at the top of your list, are you able to complete it before all others?

Too often, entrepreneurs allow themselves to think they can do everything, all the time. It's time for this to end. It's time to choose BETWEEN this or that.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp269.

Feb 14, 2018

"SAVE - Selflessly Add Value Everyday"

Travis and his wife moved cross-country to open two eye clinics. Shortly after, they founded Eye Love, and online retailer of eye-care products. Today, the proceeds from Eye Love fund eye clinics in Jamaica and in the US, where they are on a mission to end preventable blindness.

Travis educates me on the symptoms and solutions for dry eye, the story of his career and relationship with his wife, and his vision for the future. In addition, we chat about the need to put impact before income, the fact that our income is limitless as we increase the number of people we serve, and much more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp268.

Feb 13, 2018

How many projects are you actively trying to work on -- at one time? I recently had the shocking realization that I have been trying -- unsuccessfully -- to work on TEN at the same time! Listen to hear what this has cost -- not gained me!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp267

Feb 12, 2018

"Achieving the life you want begins with loving the life you have."

Grab your pen and paper! Romacio draws upon his life and entrepreneurial experiences to fill our conversation with actionable tips and insight!

Born and raised in the ghetto, Romacio dropped out of college with a promise to his parents that he WOULD be successful.

We chat about setting intentions vs. creating to-do lists, the importance of gratitude, the necessity of having a mentor, and much more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp266.

Feb 11, 2018

This weekend, my family made and followed through on a very difficult decision in order to help our family thrive. Listen to hear the decision we made, and how there can be a parallel in other areas of our life.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp265.

Feb 10, 2018

"I like to consider myself an eco-preneur. People, purpose and the planet before profit."

Scott has been an entrepreneur since a young age, and met his mentor at age 19. Together with his mentor, he founded a community wellness company, and in 2006 he founded Organik, a corporate wellness services provider.

During our chat, Scott and I discuss the importance of breathing, the side effects of stress and anxiety, the cost of unhealth, and the ROI of employee health and wellness initiatives.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp264.

Feb 9, 2018

This morning as I was reading "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks, I realized I have a HUGE Upper Limit Problem. I am sabotaging my own success. Listen to hear the discoveries I made about my own life, and how you can prevent the same from happening to you.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp263.

Feb 8, 2018

Be prepared for more than a few laughs as you listen to Mark Struczewski and I share a fun and conversational chat. We discuss our personal and professional lives, our backgrounds and Rochester roots, and the hilarity of my house and lack of driving skills.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp262.

Feb 7, 2018

From any given moment to the next, it can be easy to get distracted and stray off the path toward our goal destination. Listen as I share my experience with straddling two paths and my advice for continuing on the journey toward achieving your dreams.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp261.

Feb 6, 2018

Aaron has been a police officer since 1995 and built his first business in 1998. In the early stages of his entrepreneurial journey, he was chasing income through multiple income streams and burning himself out. In 2009, a major health scare led to a huge shift in his personal and professional life.

We chat about how sticktoitiveness is a decision, and not so much a learned skill, how many people stay in the lane they were born in, influence and relationship building and more.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp260.

Feb 5, 2018

My childhood nickname was Worrywart, and I know it carried with me, well into adulthood. Listen to hear how a recent reading selection is helping me kick my bad worrying habit in the bud.

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp259.

Feb 4, 2018

Jeremy grew up in a lower-income, rural home in Florida, and unlike his friends, started working at a very young age. He has since created multiple companies, several with high-profile business people including Kevin Harrington.

During our chat, Jeremy and I chat about the importance of partnering/associating with people who are further along than we are, the shift from pursuing income to pursuing impact, knowing and charging our worth, and more!

Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp258.

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