Episodes

  • 2027: [Part 2] Advantages of a Business Credit Card for Self-Employed by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

    2027: [Part 2] Advantages of a Business Credit Card for Self-Employed by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money
    Apr 19 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2027: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock highlight how business credit cards can unlock higher credit limits, valuable rewards, and built-in protections that support smarter spending and cash flow management. They also emphasize the long-term advantage of building a strong business credit profile, helping entrepreneurs secure better financing as they grow. Tune in to understand how to choose the right card and avoid costly mistakes while maximizing benefits. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/need-business-credit-card-when-self-employed/ Quotes to ponder: "With many different business card options, make sure you carefully read the Offer and Benefit terms and the Rates and Fees information before deciding which one is right for your business expenses." "If you need to buy a big-ticket item for your business and still have other expenses to put on your card, having a more significant credit line gives you the peace of mind that you can purchase what you need, when you need it." "As a business owner, one of your top priorities should be keeping business expenses separate from personal spending." Episode references: QuickBooks: https://quickbooks.intuit.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2026: [Part 1] Advantages of a Business Credit Card for Self-Employed by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

    2026: [Part 1] Advantages of a Business Credit Card for Self-Employed by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money
    Apr 18 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2026: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock break down why a business credit card can be a powerful tool for entrepreneurs, from keeping finances clean and tax-ready to unlocking valuable rewards and perks. They also clarify who qualifies and how approval works, helping you confidently take the next step toward smarter financial management. Tune in to learn how the right card can simplify operations while supporting long-term business growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/need-business-credit-card-when-self-employed/ Quotes to ponder: "When you use personal credit cards to fund your business, you’re more likely to accidentally commingle a personal expense with a business expense you put on the card." "This is a big mistake because it can make it very difficult (and time-consuming!) to separate the two types of expenses for monthly accounting and when tax season rolls around." "If you own a small business and earn an income from it, there’s a good chance you qualify for a business card." Episode references: Capital One Business Credit Cards: https://www.capitalone.com/small-business/credit-cards/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2025: 8 Tips For Better Email Communications by Michael Piperno on Email Efficiency

    2025: 8 Tips For Better Email Communications by Michael Piperno on Email Efficiency
    Apr 17 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2025: Michael Piperno shares practical ways to make email communication clearer, more respectful, and more effective in a world where tone is easily misread. By refining how you write, choose recipients, and manage emotional responses, you can reduce friction and build stronger professional relationships. These simple shifts help ensure your messages are understood as intended and actually drive action. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.michaelpiperno.com/8-tips-for-better-email-communications/ Quotes to ponder: "Every email you send will be read and interpreted by another human being." "If the answer is that you can’t, pick up the phone or make a video call instead." "Don’t respond right away." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 2024: How to Tackle Big, Overwhelming Projects by Julie Morgenstern on Managing Big Projects

    2024: How to Tackle Big, Overwhelming Projects by Julie Morgenstern on Managing Big Projects
    Apr 16 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2024: Julie Morgenstern reframes procrastination as a natural response to oversized, unclear tasks rather than a flaw in discipline, offering a practical way to regain momentum. By breaking complex work into manageable steps and focusing on one layer of thinking at a time, you can make consistent progress without overwhelm. This approach transforms intimidating projects into achievable actions, restoring both energy and a sense of control. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2022/10/26/how-to-tackle-big-overwhelming-projects Quotes to ponder: "The challenge for most people is actually sticking to that time and using it to get the intended project work done." "When it comes to legato work, the most common obstacle is that the task is too big." "Practice as far as your headlights can see–in other words, define the first three steps, and once you get those done, you can see further down the road and define the next three steps." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 2023: 10 Things to Know - Growing Your Direct to Consumer Business. A Guide for Brands by Antonella Pisani

    2023: 10 Things to Know - Growing Your Direct to Consumer Business. A Guide for Brands by Antonella Pisani
    Apr 15 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2023: Antonella Pisani breaks down the most common mistakes brands make when scaling direct-to-consumer growth, from underinvesting in digital to mismanaging inventory and customer data. She highlights how smarter marketing allocation, better segmentation, and tighter control over distribution can dramatically improve profitability and brand equity. It’s a practical roadmap for building a more resilient, customer-focused growth strategy. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.eyefulmedia.com/press/grow-your-direct-to-consumer-business-a-guide-for-brands Quotes to ponder: "You need to stop thinking of this as a $70 Million website; it’s a website supporting a $2 Billion brand." "Maximize your lowest funnel channels first, but ensure you are investing elsewhere to blend costs down and ensure longer-term health." "Usability testing is efficient and relatively inexpensive." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • 2022: Why Every Entrepreneur Should Go to the Gym by Greg Fisher with EOFire on Fitness for Entrepreneurs

    2022: Why Every Entrepreneur Should Go to the Gym by Greg Fisher with EOFire on Fitness for Entrepreneurs
    Apr 14 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2022: Greg Fisher argues that entrepreneurs who focus solely on mental performance are leaving a major advantage untapped, as physical training directly enhances focus, mood, and cognitive ability. Regular exercise not only boosts productivity and idea generation but also builds confidence, discipline, and structure, traits essential for long-term business success. Prioritizing fitness becomes a strategic edge that fuels both personal health and professional growth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.eofire.com/why-entrepreneurs-should-go-to-the-gym/ Quotes to ponder: "Working out also causes the body to produce serotonin, a natural anti-depressant (this is where the “runners’ high” comes from)." "Many great thinkers have commented about how repetitive tasks help them to come up with their best ideas (Einstein included), so what better time to come up with your next breakthrough?" "Progress in the gym is all about pressing through that last set, or running for those extra five minutes, which is the perfect analogy for succeeding in business." Episode references: The Game by Neil Strauss: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Penetrating-Secret-Society-Artists/dp/0060554738 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • 2021: Why Trust at Work Matters by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Building Workplace Trust

    2021: Why Trust at Work Matters by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Building Workplace Trust
    Apr 13 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2021: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores how trust forms the backbone of healthy workplace relationships, shaping everything from collaboration to personal fulfillment. Through Sue’s experience, she reveals how misaligned values and ignored intuition can erode trust over time. Listening further helps you better recognize red flags, strengthen your instincts, and build more authentic, resilient professional connections. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drjennybrockis.com/2019/11/15/why-trust-at-work-matters/ Quotes to ponder: "Trust. It’s the foundation of every relationship in work and life." "Trust builds in small increments." "Our intuition is a “knowing.” It’s a subconscious appraisal of a situation or person." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins
  • 2020: How to Overcome Your Fear of Failure by Jill Coleman of JillFit on Learning From Failure

    2020: How to Overcome Your Fear of Failure by Jill Coleman of JillFit on Learning From Failure
    Apr 12 2026
    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2020: Jill Coleman reframes failure as a necessary path to growth, showing how avoiding risk keeps us stuck in comfort and unfulfilled potential. She highlights how taking action, even imperfectly, builds resilience, self-trust, and real progress. Listening offers a powerful mindset shift that turns fear into fuel for learning, confidence, and meaningful achievement. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jillfit.com/2015/09/21/failure/ Quotes to ponder: "The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one." "Just because we experience a failure does not mean we are a failure." "Mess-ups are level-ups. Embrace them!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 mins