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    22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo

    Welcome to the 22 Motivational Minutes Podcast, your destination for conversational style business and performance insights, brimming with actionable tips to take your big visions and turn them into bigger outcomes. Join hundreds of entrepreneurs like you who are finding clarity, doing the work, and making the impact they want to see in the world.

    Author of “The Making of a Maverick” and visionary Marlo Higgins is here to motivate and guide you towards finding clarity and taking ownership of your journey. Ready to rewrite how and when you accomplish your goals? It's time to confront the questions you've been avoiding:

    • How do I find time to accomplish everything I’m dreaming of?
    • Can I really find work/life balance?
    • Is my dream really worth it?
    • How do I find the right people to work with me?
    • Can I grow multiple businesses at once?
    • What's the secret to succession planning?
    • And most importantly, can I truly turn my passion into a profitable business?

    Whether you're an executive leader, an entrepreneur, or a business owner, this podcast is your ultimate resource.

    Host Marlo Higgins delivers invaluable time management strategies, performance hacks, business insights, and authentic entrepreneurship truths to help you take your vision and turn it into reality. Drawing from her own journey of starting, selling, and rebranding businesses, Marlo shares the actionable advice that propelled her beyond the cycle of dreaming and overwhelm.

    But that's not all—Marlo also brings in top leadership voices across multiple industries to divulge their insider secrets, ensuring you're not just inspired, but rewired.

    With over 10,000 downloads and counting, this Motivational Movement is growing stronger every day. Now, it's your turn to join the ranks, get motivated, and find the clarity to make your vision happen.

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    Episodes (177)

    Mark Brodinsky: Mastering Principles of Gratitude and Love in Entrepreneurship

    Mark Brodinsky: Mastering Principles of Gratitude and Love in Entrepreneurship

    Today, I'm thrilled to welcome our special guest, Mark Brodinsky, to dive into the transformative power of understanding self-worth in entrepreneurship.

    Mark shares profound insights on the importance of self-care, emphasizing the impact of tracking daily activities and cultivating gratitude in our lives. Together, we explore the concept of 'You Matter', underscoring the significance of acknowledging our inherent value and not allowing external forces to overshadow our worth.

     

    Throughout our conversation, Mark reveals his passion for storytelling, highlighting the transformative power of vulnerability and transparency in fostering authentic human connections. Together, we encourage listeners to embrace their unique stories, reveal their authentic selves, and continually strive for awareness and understanding that they make a difference in the world.

     

    Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and inspiration. Tune in now to discover the profound impact of recognizing your worth and embracing your authentic self!

     

    Learn more about Mark here: https://markbrodinsky.life/

     

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    Key Areas of Focus for Entrepreneurs

    Key Areas of Focus for Entrepreneurs

    In this episode of '22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo', I dive deep into what it takes for entrepreneurs to turn their visions into reality. Drawing from my decades-long journey as a business coach, I highlight five crucial areas every entrepreneur should prioritize: Mindset, Time, Wealth, Balance, and Purpose.

     

    Throughout the episode, I share practical strategies for success in each area. From cultivating a positive mindset and mastering time management to setting wealth creation goals and establishing healthy boundaries for work-life balance, I cover it all. I emphasize the importance of clarity in business operations and the significance of long-term thinking in leaving a lasting legacy.

     

    One key takeaway from this episode is the profound impact interruptions can have on productivity and, consequently, revenue. It's essential to minimize distractions and stay focused on what truly matters to achieve your goals.

     

    So join me as we explore these critical areas of focus, gain insights, and take actionable steps towards realizing our visions. Let's make every minute count!

     

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    Harnessing Clarity for Success

    Harnessing Clarity for Success

    Welcome to another episode of '22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo'. I'm Marlo Higgins, your guide on a journey towards achieving clarity in your business operations. Today, I'll share with you the importance of clarity and how it can be a game-changer for success.

     

    I firmly believe that a clear vision is the cornerstone of success. It has the power to exponentially increase your chances of achieving your goals. Throughout this episode, I'll delve into the process of breaking down grand visions into actionable strategies, providing you with practical steps to implement in your own journey.

     

    Let's talk about the four fundamental pillars of performance: clarity, action, confidence, and risk. These are the keys to unlocking your full potential. I'll explore each aspect in depth, urging you to embrace clear communication, take calculated risks, and cultivate unwavering confidence.

     

    But clarity isn't just about knowing what you want—it's also about understanding why you want it and how you'll achieve it. I'll share insights on maintaining balance and consistency in your business, helping you stay focused on your objectives and navigate challenges with resilience.

     

    So join me, Marlo Higgins, as I empower you with practical strategies and inspiring wisdom to help you harness clarity and unlock the full potential of your business journey.

     

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    Welcome Back: The Power of Clarity in Business

    Welcome Back: The Power of Clarity in Business

    It’s a new year, and you're about to embark on an inspiring journey into the world of entrepreneurship with me, Marlo Higgins, a seasoned business coach and entrepreneur, in this episode of '22 Motivational Minutes with Marlo'. After a brief hiatus following a rebranding in 2022, my podcast returns to its roots, with me leading the charge. Together, we'll delve into 22-minute episodes packed with wisdom on clarity and direction in business.

     

    But my story is more than just a tale of business success—it's a journey of resilience and determination. I'll open up about my personal battle with brain tumors, sharing how this unexpected challenge transformed my mindset and fueled my focus on people and performance in my career.

     

    As we explore my insights, we'll uncover valuable lessons on annual strategic planning and the concept of recalibration as a safety net in the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. Join me as I impart invaluable wisdom, guiding us through the challenges and triumphs of building a successful business.

     

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    Text me for daily inspo: 319-250-2682

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    Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out

    Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out

    Have you ever felt pressured to give up your goals because they were getting in the way of other priorities? On this episode I’m sharing the common problems that cause high performers to feel overwhelmed when it comes to striking a balance between work and the rest of life. We’ll cover what is FOMO, why entrepreneurs feel it most, and how to prevent it from standing between you and your success.

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    Craig Montz: Conquering the Fear of Saying No

    Craig Montz: Conquering the Fear of Saying No

    Craig Montz joins me to discuss how he hand-crafted a career path while exercising healthy boundaries and utilized his passion for leadership and mentoring. Listen in as we discuss how Craig created a visual indicator he was on the right path, how to avoid dropping the ball when it comes to follow-up, and how he conquered the fear of saying “no” to opportunities in order to obtain peaceful achievement.

    Craig Montz is the Business Group Leader at Miron Construction Co. Craig is seasoned construction expert with a background in leadership and scaling construction businesses. He is a husband and father and enjoys empowering others through his leadership and mentoring.

    You can connect with Craig via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigmontz/

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    Helene Godin: Being Unafraid to Fail

    Helene Godin: Being Unafraid to Fail

    Helene Godin shares the inspiration behind pivoting from a 22-year law career to opening a gluten-free bakery with no baking experience. Listen in as Helene tells the story behind her decision to be “unafraid to fail” and how that led her down the road of self-discovery, resilience, and success. You’ll also learn the key questions to ask yourself when making the decision to embrace a new journey and how she navigated the process of accepting a new version of herself.

    Helene Godin is the CEO and Founder of By the Way Bakery: a gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher bakery with footprints in New York and Connecticut. In addition to the bakery, Helene is an accomplished entrepreneur and lawyer, working in the legal arena for 22 years.

    You can connect with Helene at www.btwbakery.com

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    Johnny Pawlik: Redefining a Sustainable Business

    Johnny Pawlik: Redefining a Sustainable Business

    Johnny Pawlik shares how shifts toward intentional buying have changed the focus from profits to relationships when creating a sustainable business. Listen in as we discuss what it takes to focus on people when creating marketing strategy, why profit is only one aspect of a successful business, and how a simple marketing strategy may provide short term profits but hinder long term growth.

    Johnny Pawlik is the founder and CEO of the international branding and marketing for mantra media. With over 20 years of experience in branding, marketing, and strategy. Johnny has consulted with the European parliament, the Tokyo metropolitan government. British members of parliament, the NHS and the UK T I and a plethora of others he's been featured on good morning Britain, the BBC political debates, BBC radio, a soccer radio, and many others.

     

    You can connect with Johnny at: https://mantrahq.com/

     

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    Brian Bachand: Embracing the Next Evolution of Entrepreneurship

    Brian Bachand: Embracing the Next Evolution of Entrepreneurship

    Brian Bachand joins me to discuss how he learned to embrace change, entrepreneurship, and growth after leaving a position as a Catholic priest to pursue a life of helping others in a whole new way. Listen in as Brian and I explore the problem with transactional networking, how to create the next authentic version of yourself, and what you should be focusing on right now to create more joy that leads to greater success.

    Brian Bachand founded evolution evolution after over 20+ years of evolutionary growth from working with influential senior leaders, conscientious career change, international work, complex team management, the power of engaged networking and realizing true leadership is about being your authentic self.

    You can connect with Brian via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianbachand

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    Steve Chaparro: Knowing How to Handle Your Gift

    Steve Chaparro: Knowing How to Handle Your Gift

    Steve Chaparro shares how to navigate the gift of being a visionary and the common challenges leaders experience when trying to share their vision with their teams. Listen in as Steve and I discuss what to do when you’re met with blank stares, being able to disrupt yourself, and how the business landscape is calling organizations to manage expectations in new ways.

    Steve Chaparro is the Founder and CEO of Culture Design Studio, an organizational design agency based in Long Beach, CA. A culture expert and self-described frustrated visionary, Steve thrives on using communication and culture to help companies transform through co-creative design.

     

    You can connect with Steve via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevechaparroco/

     

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    Conor Paulsen: Selling in Alignment with Your Values

    Conor Paulsen: Selling in Alignment with Your Values

    Conor Paulsen shares how you can create meaningful conversations through digital marketing channels. Listen in as Conor and I discuss why people are your greatest asset, even in the digital space, how to have authentic conversations on social media platforms, and why the next era of sales involves creating a process that works for you.

    Conor is a business development expert who Co-Founded Uptown Creation, a B2B Sales Development firm, and Host of The Social Seller Podcast (on YouTube). With a degree in Enterprise Leadership, a Nonprofit Management certificate, and 10-years of Business to Business (B2B) sales experience, Conor helps professional organizations assess their current sales strategies, identify under-priced attention, nurture + qualify each relationship, then secure payment and accomplish the sale in a repeatable system. "Putting the customer first, profit second."

     

    You can connect with Conor via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-paulsen/

     

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    Guy Baker: Managing the Risks of Investing

    Guy Baker: Managing the Risks of Investing

    Guy Baker explains the common mistakes that investors make when handling returns on their investments. Join us as we discuss what you should consider when looking at your portfolio returns, what it means to have a return OF your money vs. a return ON your money, and the four factors you need to manage to improve your portfolio performance.

    Guy Baker is an author, speaker, and Wealth and Business Coach. He is part of a team of professional advisors who help clients build and retain wealth in numerous ways.

     

    You can connect with Guy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wealthteams/

     

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    Agi Keramidas: Mastering Personal Development

    Agi Keramidas: Mastering Personal Development

    Agi Keramidas joins me to discuss how personal development is a process of mastery and how you can create a support system for your transformation. Listen in as Agi and I discuss trusting your gut when faced with change, the power of podcasting as a tool for growth, and how Agi is using podcasting to network and strengthen relationships.

    Agi Keramidas is a speaker, dentist, knowledge broker, and host of the Personal Development Mastery podcast.

     

    You can learn more about Agi via his website: https://agikeramidas.com/

     

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    Josh Koerpel: Charting Your Own Entrepreneurial Path

    Josh Koerpel: Charting Your Own Entrepreneurial Path

    Josh Koerpel joins me to discuss how he transitioned from tall ship captain to a software founder, creating tech solutions while traveling the country on a motorcycle. Tune in to learn how he identified the need for automated accountability and how that need spurred his current business success.

    Josh Koerpel is a tall ship captain-turned-software founder. He is also the co-founder of Firebuilders.io. Firebuilders provides a daily, automated messaging and feedback system that holds people accountable through personalized, branded communication from you.

     

    You can connect with Josh via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuakoerpel/

     

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    Kim Daly: Your Seven-Figure Business Plan in Four Questions

    Kim Daly: Your Seven-Figure Business Plan in Four Questions

    Today Kim Daly shares her journey to becoming a franchising expert and motivational force while helping entrepreneurs align with their goals and help others. Listen in as Kim and I discuss why franchises are good a valuable option for entrepreneurs, how to align yourself with the right mentors, and the four questions you should ask yourself to create a seven-figure business plan that works within your own expectations of success.

    Kim Daly is one of America’s top franchise consultants who has helped thousands of people explore franchise opportunities. Prior to becoming a franchise consultant, she successfully ran her own health & fitness based consulting firm and worked with Dr. Denis Waitley, Denise Austin, eDiets.com, Gold’s Gym and many other national health and wellness brands. Kim launched the first health and fitness marketplace at USATODAY.com called BeHealthyNow.  She was a personal trainer in college and a Miss America contestant.

     

    You can learn more about Kim here: https://thedalycoach.com/

     

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    Harry Konstandinitis: The Entrepreneurial Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had

    Harry Konstandinitis: The Entrepreneurial Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had

    On today’s episode Harry Konstandinitis joins me to discuss a simple mindset strategy that allows you increase your productivity and create your own success. During our conversation, Harry and I discuss a tool called the Reticular Activating System and why it is considered an entrepreneurial superpower. We also discuss how the RAS impacts your ability to lead a team and create better results from your current circumstances.  

    Harry Konstandinitis is a business owner and Sales and Sales Management Specialist. Through his LESSONS did he find his BLESSINGS and now he desperately wants to share his experiences with others.

     

    You can connect with Harry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-konstantinidis-a063baa/

     

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    Daniel Winegarden: Five Key Numbers You Should Know About Your Business

    Daniel Winegarden: Five Key Numbers You Should Know About Your Business

    During this episode Daniel Winegarden shares the key metrics you should know in order to grow your business. Join me and Daniel and I explore the different types of entrepreneurs and how the pandemic has impacted small and large businesses alike. We’ll also dive into how businesses have grown throughout the pandemic and how Daniel is helping business turn spreadsheet numbers into profound insights into their future growth.

    Daniel Winegarden is a Lead Faculty for Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (Iowa and National). Daniel helps business owners master their businesses and themselves. The result is systematizing a business for success at scale with repeatable results. This result requires a renewed commitment to leadership. The responsibility for company culture is the one thing that shouldn't be delegated or left to chance.

     

    You can connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpittswinegarden/

     

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    Kyle Steele: Being Direct Improves Customer Relationships

    Kyle Steele: Being Direct Improves Customer Relationships

    On today’s episode Kyle Steele is a “straight shooter” that will help you get honest about your marketing efforts and grow your bottom line. Join us as we discuss marketing that makes you stand out, the power of customer retention, and why SEO is critical to your success.

    Kyle Steele has spent 13 years in leasing fine tuning his customer service, sales & leadership skills. He brought those all under one umbrella as the owner of SEO Expert. Known as “The Most Interesting Man in Leasing,” Kyle is the Director of Digital Marketing at Amur Equipment Finance.

    You can connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mostinterestingmaninleasing/

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    Mike Vacanti: The True Cost of Saying NO

    Mike Vacanti: The True Cost of Saying NO

    Today Mike Vacanti explores the power of focus and the key things you need in order to make successful decisions. Listen in as Mike and I discuss why entrepreneurs get distracted, how to step back and evaluate before making a decision, and how to use curiosity to your advantage.

    Mike Vacanti is the author of BELIEVERSHIP: The Superpower Beyond Leadership; Founder of HumansFirst. Mike is a master at innovative, experiential learning programs, inclusive problem solving, collaborator and catalyst for positive change.

     

    You can connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjvacanti/

     

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    Case Study: From Overworked to Autopilot in 8 Weeks

    Case Study: From Overworked to Autopilot in 8 Weeks

    On today’s episode my client Patrick Niska shares how he went from feeling overworked and deeply entrenched in his business to shifting his focus to sustainable systems that allowed him to spend more time with his family, increase his sales, and focus on bigger community projects.

     

    Patrick Niska is the owner of Dassel State Insurance. To learn more about the agency go to: https://dasselagency.com/

     

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