Referral Roadmap: Real Talk & Real Strategies Season 5 Show Notes

Referral Roadmap: Real Talk & Real Strategies

Season 5 Show Notes 

Episode one:

Topic: The Productivity Myth: Why Hard Work Alone Won’t Get You Ahead

Resources: 

• Weekly blog for weekly growth strategies straight to your inbox
• Downloadable Resource: Shifting from 'busy' to 'productive' and from 'reactive' to 'intentional' work

Episode two:

Topic: Prioritization Power: How to Identify What Really Moves the Needle

Resources: 

• Books:
  • James Clear, "Atomic Habits"
  • Charles Duhigg, "The Power of Habit"
  • "Who Not How" by Dan Sullivan & Benjamin Hardy
• Wheel of life
• Talk to Athena about Scheduling Your Team or Organization's Next Goal Setting Bootcamp
• The Ivy Lee Method
• Join the waitlist for access to our Productivity Webinar! 

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Episode three:

Topic: The Art of Saying No: Reclaiming Your Time Without Guilt

Resources: 

• Statistics: 
  • Psychology Today
  • Ahead App
  • Ap New

Episode FOUR:

Topic: Taking Control: You Have More Power Over Your Schedule Than You Think

Resources: 

• Statistics: 
  • University of Wyoming
  • The 52/17 Rule
  • PMC

Episode five:

Topic: The Distraction Trap: Beating Procrastination and Focus Killers

Resources: 

• Weekly blog
• Season 5 Resource Guide (bottom of this page)

Episode six:

Topic: Emotional Quicksand: How Your Feelings Hijack Productivity

Resources: 

• Weekly blog
• Box breathing technique
• Wheel of life resource

Episode seven:

Topic: The 80/20 Rule: Working Smarter Not Harder

Resources: 

• Weekly blog
• SMART Goals Definition and Explanation

Episode eight:

Topic: From Chaos to Clarity: Systems That Keep You on Track

Action Items: 

1. Identify Repetitive Tasks and Systemize Them
   • List out daily, weekly, and monthly tasks that take up time.
   • Create step-by-step processes for these tasks and document them.
   • Use automation tools (like CRM systems, email responders, or project management software) to streamline operations.
2. Use the "Simplify, Automate, Delegate" Framework
   • Simplify: Eliminate unnecessary steps in workflows.
   • Automate: Use software to handle repetitive processes.
   • Delegate: Assign tasks to the right people and document clear expectations.
   • This framework reduces inefficiency and increases productivity.
3. Establish a Performance Tracking System
   • Identify Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for different roles.
   • Use dashboards or project management tools (like Trello, ClickUp, or Asana) to track progress.
   • Regularly review metrics to fine-tune and optimize processes.
4. Create a Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Guide
   • Document critical business processes in clear, step-by-step instructions.
   • Store them in a central, easy-to-access location (Google Drive, Notion, or a company wiki).
   • This ensures consistency, efficiency, and scalability when training employees.
5. Commit to Regular Process Audits and Adjustments
   • Set a quarterly review schedule to evaluate existing systems.
   • Gather feedback from employees about inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
   • Optimize processes by removing unnecessary steps and upgrading outdated methods.

Episode NINE:

Topic: Shame-Free Productivity: How to Get More Done Without Self-Criticism

Action Items: 

1. Embrace self compassion
2. Set achievable goals
3. Reframe negative thoughts
4. Prioritize personal well being
5. Connect with supportive individuals
6. Adopt a growth mindset
7. Learn from role models
   
   

Episode Ten:

Topic: Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Putting It All Together for Lasting Change

Action Items: 

1. Download our Season 5 Resource Guide to gain access to additional resources from the entire season. One step forward is better than staying stuck where you are.

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