The Q4 Huddle: Strategy, Cash Flow, and Football Glory- EP145
Release Date: 09/25/2024
How to Master Time, Seasons, and Avoid Burnout in Business
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Do you ever feel like your workday is just one long game of dodgeball? In this special rerun edition of The Overlap Podcast, AI sidekick Overlap Echo takes the mic to guide you through some of Sid and Keith’s most practical lessons on time, seasons, and burnout. From learning how to stop playing defense with your time, to recognizing the trade-offs in different seasons of life, to facing the true cost of winning, and finally embracing the grind of sweat equity — this curated highlight reel delivers timeless wisdom every entrepreneur and leader needs to hear. Whether you’re scaling a...
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Making AI Work for Your Business with Kai Gray
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Leading from the Middle – How Middle Managers Become the New C-Suite
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Culture Carry Over – How Discipline, Resilience, and Accountability Shape Every Area of Life
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Energy Isn’t a Zero-Sum Game – Why Movement Fuels Momentum in Life and Leadership
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Surviving Lean Times – Cash Flow, Collections, and Clarity for Small Business Owners
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Stop Playing Defense: Master Time Management for Success
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Sweat Equity Secrets: Build Business Success Through Consistency and Resilience
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info_outlineDive into the thrilling intersection of college football season and strategic business maneuvers with Sid Sexton and his co-host in this episode of "The Overlap." As leaves turn and teams clash on the gridiron, we draw parallels to the business world's final push in Q4. This episode isn't just about touchdowns; it's about touching base with your year's goals. We discuss how to recalibrate your business strategies, manage cash flow like a pro, and learn from the year's hits and misses. Whether you're leading the scoreboard or needing a comeback, join us to strategize, recalibrate, and get inspired by the lessons from the field and the boardroom. Tune in for insights that will help you sprint towards your year-end goals with the same fervor as a team in the fourth quarter.
In this episode we talk about: - Recalibrating for Q4:
- Assessing Your Current Position:
- Where are you now versus your year's start? What were your initial goals vs. current status?
- Analyzing the Variance:
- What events or decisions led to being on or off target?
- What are some real-life business examples of unexpected wins or setbacks?
- Course Correction Strategies:
- What are some tools and tactics to get back on track or if you are ahead, how do you leverage it?
- Do you need to adapt plays for your Q4.
4. Cash Flow Considerations:
- The importance of cash flow in Q4:
- Managing expenses and investments as the year closes.
- Preparing for Year-End:
- What should you do now to ensure healthy cash flow?
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