Podcast #418: Welcome to the 4th Quarter!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
Release Date: 09/30/2024
Podcast #435: Momentum Is Nothing Without Action
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! You can plan, dream, and hype yourself up all day — but without action, momentum means nothing. In this episode, I get real about why so many people lose steam right when things start moving and how to break that cycle once and for all. This isn’t about waiting for the “perfect moment” — it’s about making the moment happen. You’ll learn how to turn energy into execution, stop overthinking, and finish what you start with confidence and purpose. Because in business — and in life — momentum is just...
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Podcast #434: End Strong, No More Excuses!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! The 4th quarter is here, and change is coming whether you like it or not. The real question: are you going to fight it, fear it, or freaking harness it? In this episode, we dive into how to finish the year strong—personally and professionally. I’ll show you how to audit your year, pick one game-changing move, and create accountability that actually works. No fluff, no excuses—just actionable strategies to dominate the final stretch. It’s time to stop waiting for January 1st. Stop limping to the finish. Own...
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Podcast #433: Communication Without the BS: DiSC® Gets You Heard
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! In this episode of No More Excuses, I’m diving into one of my favorite tools for transforming teams and leaders: the DiSC® assessment. If you’ve ever felt like you’re talking but no one’s really hearing you—or if your team is constantly missing the mark—it’s probably not the message, it’s the communication style. I’ll break down what DiSC® is, why I use it with all of my clients, and how it can instantly help you understand yourself and others better. From improving collaboration to boosting...
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Podcast #432: Is AI Helping Your Business… or Hurting It?
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back, Badasses, to another episode of No More Excuses! Today, I’ve got one big question for you:Is AI helping your business… or hurting it? Or hell, have you even TRIED it yet? Because here’s the truth—AI is not coming. It’s already here. And whether you like it or not, your competition is probably already using it to streamline their operations, create content faster, automate customer service, or cut costs without cutting corners. So, I’ll ask again: Is it helping or hurting your business? Let’s back up a bit. AI has been...
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Podcast #431: Market Like a Badass, Not a Bystander!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! In today's episode, I talk about how marketing isn’t optional if you want to grow your business. If people don’t know you exist, they can’t hire you, refer you, or support you. Yet many business owners hide behind excuses: “I don’t have time,” “I’m not good at social media,” or “I don’t know what to post.” Those are choices, not facts. EXCUSES not reasons! Here are 3 ways to start marketing in a way that actually moves the needle: Show up consistently. Visibility is currency. Pick one platform...
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Podcast #430: The Year Is Half Over – Let’s Change the Damn Game
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. HALF THE YEAR IS GONE. Are you where you thought you’d be? If not—don’t panic. But don’t keep playing it safe either. It’s time to pivot, simplify, and SHOW UP. This week on the No More Excuses podcast: 🔥 3 tips to shift gears & finish 2025 strong 🔥 Why visibility = revenue 🔥 The truth about your circle of influence AND A CHALLENGE! Let’s change the damn game. You in? If you’re ready to recommit, put HELL YES in the comment section or email me at
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Podcast #429: Thriving Through This SHIT Economy!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. Feeling the pressure of this economy? Inflation got your clients hesitating and your confidence wobbling? You’re not alone—but you’re also not off the hook! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to keep your business not just alive, but growing—even when things feel uncertain. We’re talking strategy, mindset, visibility, and why waiting for things to “calm down” is a trap. How to adapt your offers and pricing What to cut and what to double down on And why your belief in your...
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Podcast #428: It's June... Now What?
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Welcome to June. Yep, it's here. Half of 2025 is already in the rearview mirror. For small business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs, this moment can feel either electric or exhausting. Maybe you're ahead of your goals, firing on all cylinders. Or maybe you're staring at that untouched vision board wondering where the hell the time went. Wherever you're at, here's the truth: Being off track doesn't mean you're out of the race. It just means it's time to get real, reset, and refocus. The Gut Check Ask yourself: ...
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Podcast #427: It’s May – Time to Bloom!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of 'No More Excuses"! I'm your host Sandi Ballard, The BADASS Business Coach™ and today I want to remind you that it is May! It’s May, and that means one thing—besides warmer weather, allergy season, and iced coffee overload—it’s Small Business Month! That’s right. This month is all about YOU, the badass behind the business. Whether you're solo or leading a growing team, this is your reminder that you’re the heartbeat of our economy, the risk-taker, the late-night thinker, the go-all-in-er. And that deserves to be...
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Podcast #426: Q2 Is Here: Keep That Energy Up!
No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to No More Excuses! We are almost three weeks into Q2! Spring is in full bloom, and guess what? Your momentum and energy should be, too. No more dragging your feet, no more waiting for the perfect time to take action. The time is NOW. Listen in as today, I’m giving you three simple but powerful ways to get—and stay—motivated so you can dominate this quarter like the badass you are. ARE YOU READY? Tip #1: Refresh Your Goals Like You Refresh Your Space! Tip #2: Create Energy—Don’t Wait for It! Tip #3: Surround Yourself with People Who Light You Up!...
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Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses"!
It’s the 4th quarter, people! We’re in the final stretch of the year. You know what that means—it’s make-or-break time. No more excuses, no more waiting for the "perfect moment." If you’re in business, now is the time to pull it all together and finish the year strong.
In today’s episode, I dive into why the 4th quarter is so crucial for your business, how you can create momentum if you’ve been slacking a bit, and what strategies you need to focus on to crush your goals by year-end.
The 4th Quarter is CRUCIAL!!
Here’s the thing—how you approach the 4th quarter says a lot about how seriously you take your business. Think about it: the last three months of the year can often make or break your annual performance. Why? Because it’s the time where people are starting to evaluate where they stand, reflect on what they’ve achieved, and what they didn’t.
The holiday season is coming up, which means increased consumer spending, more networking events, and greater opportunities to make those important connections that could push your business forward.
If you’re feeling like you didn’t quite hit the mark in the first three quarters, don’t worry—this is your time for a comeback. You can still hit those yearly goals if you get laser-focused NOW. But if you’re just coasting and hoping things will magically come together, well... you’re in for a rude awakening.
It's time to:
- REVIEW your goals
- RESET your focus
- FIND an accountability partner
Yes, you'll have to listen in for more tips and examples!!
Then share, what is YOUR 90-Day GOAL?
Stay Badass!
Cheers!
Sandi