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If you’ve ever misplaced your keys or couldn’t answer the question “what’s for dinner?” Don't worry, you're a normal adult, AND... My friend, Jennifer Major, is here to help.  Jennifer is a holistic organization and productivity specialist. She helps women who feel overwhelmed by the chaos in their lives and homes, are tired of being “busy”, and are ready to make long-lasting changes for the life and business they really want. Her mission is to help you have your own back through supportive systems built around your unique values and needs. Jennifer believes we all deserve clutter-free spaces and more time for naps and money. In this episode we discuss- Decision Fatigue Creating Systems Simplifying meal planning Identifying our values to create systems that work The Family 10 Resources mentioned: Magic of Tidying up by Marie Kondo : The audio version is calming when Jennifer feels anxious Connect with Jennifer, here… https://www.cultivating-you.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/cultivatingyou/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cultivatingcommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer.cultivating.you/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferrmajor/ Links Page: https://www.cultivating-you.com/links Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Or, leave a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message Then, make sure to tell 2 people about the show. Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

Keto and Paleo and Fasting... Oh my! If you’ve ever been confused about all the information on the interwebs about which diet or eating plan is right for you, my friend, Shana Tatum is here to help. Shana is a registered dietitian nutritionist that follows a personalized functional nutrition approach. Functional nutrition helps patients find wellness through the power of food, balanced with good sleep, daily movement, stress reduction and meaningful relationships. Through this whole health centered approach, she endeavors to empower clients to find their own healthy balance. Shana’s a member of the Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine Practice Group with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and a member of the Institute of Functional Medicine. In this episode we discuss- Diet vs. Nutrition The Functional Medicine Matrix Seeing a nutritionist and primary care doctor that covered under insurance Common concerns people have about working with a Nutritionist or Dietician Micro habits that contribute to overall health Resources mentioned: Blood Sugar Solution by Mark Hyman, MD Connect with Shana, here… www.shanatatumrd.com @shanatatumrd IG Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Or, leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message Then, make sure to tell 2 people about the show. Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

Y’all won’t believe how many nuggets of knowledge are in this episode! If you’ve been apprehensive about sales in the past, you gotta listen.  My friend, Catherine Brown knows that selling doesn’t have to be icky and sleezy. In fact, she believes selling (when done correctly) is the highest form of purpose driven service. Catherine is a veteran of 25+ years of B2B (business-to-business) selling and launched her first sales consulting firm in 2003. She now runs the sales training firm, ExtraBold Sales, where she coaches others to sell with confidence. Her sales system includes psychology research that gets at the heart of why people don’t sell effectively. In her new book, How Good Humans Sell ™: The Proven Path to B2B Sales Success, she combines best sales practices with social psychology principles. The training can be used in combination with other sales training programs to help sales professionals overcome the hesitation that keeps them from closing more business. In this episode we discuss- How good humans sell It doesn’t matter who you are… you are always selling Prioritizing and treating others with dignity when selling A working definition of selling Relationship between Sales and Timing Why people buy, or don’t Resources mentioned: How Good Humans Sell: The Proven Path to B2B Sales Success Book: https://amzn.to/34odVaT Integrity Selling for the 21st Century: How to Sell the Way People Want to Buy by Ron Willingham Connect with Catherine, here… Website: extraboldsales.com Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherineleebrown/ Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Or, leave a voice message at https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message Then, make sure to tell 2 people about the show. Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

We're baaaaack!  The holidays are over and its time to jump in to the new year, but not too fast.  We are all about sustainability while getting shit done.  Listen to see what's coming up and who we're talking to this season. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

We're approaching the end of the year. And some of you may be saying, "Wow, OMG, this is amazing!" And some of you... not so much. It doesn't matter how you feel about the 2021 coming to an end;  a closing celebration is a great way to wrap up the year, month or week.  Listen to this episode to discover What it is... When to have one... and my favorite way to conduct a closing celebration.  Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Then, make sure to tell 2 people. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

Today I share some reflections from a little challenge I did in September. This is a small bite, so it won't be very long, but we will cover topics like curiosity and self study.... I'm also reminded of words of wisdom from Amy Poehler. Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment...Then, make sure to tell 2 people. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

In this episode I talk about my obsession with returning Tupperware that’s related to the concept… tying up loose ends. Have you ever felt like your brain has a billion tabs open? You just have so many unfinished teeny tiny tasks piling up, and keeping you from what you actually want to be doing. Your’e not alone. I know the feeling all too well. As we come to the end of 2021, it’s more important than ever to Wrap. That. Shit. Up….. The first time I did anything like this was during “The Art of Becoming A Coach” with Hillary Rubin. It has become one of my go to rituals to end the year! Get a notebook and pull up a seat, you won’t want to miss these actionable, simple steps for closing out 2021 with a bang and freeing yourself! Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Then, make sure to tell 2 people. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

Y’all won’t believe how many nuggets of knowledge are in this episode! My friend, Sophie, is an “all-in” person who loves a challenge. Her first run was a 12 mile Tough Mudder, she became a group fitness instructor to conquer the fear of public speaking she enjoys writing…. So, of course, she's self publishing her own novel “The Demon You Know” coming out in December of 2021. To give you a sneak peak, here are my key takeaways and questions we can ask ourselves each day “How can I make this easier?” “What can wait?” Save emails and repurpose them for later When a problem can't be solved right away, pivot. Resources mentioned during the interview The One Thing https://kellerink.com/products/the-one-thing Deep Work  https://www.calnewport.com/books/deep-work/ Bonus: She called me back to add another book to the list Atomic Habits https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Then, make sure to tell 2 people about the show. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

This episode is longer than other, AND...... It's so worth it!  Today's guest, Kim, is a professional speaker, media coach, journalist, and fellow Houstonian.  She's worked for major broadcasting companies including NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, and has produced 1000s of stories, interviews, and live shows. And..... A former Super Bowl VP, Kim is the creator, host and executive producer of Chalk Talk And... A dog mom to, Angel.  This is a master class in overcoming set backs and having difficult conversations. To connect with Kim or have her talk to your organization...... www.instagram.com/kim.y.davis https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimydavis/ www.twitter.com/kimydavis www.facebook.com/chalktalkwithkim If you are enjoying this podcast… Let us know, by leaving a review and comment. Then, make sure to tell 2 people about the show. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message

I share five items that I always keep around me that jumpstart productivity. Items that help get me in gear when I'm all over the place, or stuck in overwhelm and anxiety. These tools are simple. You probably even have them at home already… But just in case you don’t below are a few places you can purchase what’s mentioned in the episode. Simple Weekly Planner and 2022 Wall Calendar: https://www.jessicamodad.com/shop Noted Paper Goods: https://noteddesignco.com Rote Runner Planner: https://roterunner.com Thank you for listening. If you are enjoying this podcast… let us know!  Leave a review and comment....Then, make sure to tell 2 people. Stay Connected:  IG @hardknowpro Until next time.... “If you’re going to be busy make sure you’re busy doing something that’s important to you.” -Jessica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hardknowshow/message