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E241. REPLAY: 5 Steps to Handle Hard Things

April Garcia's PivotMe

Release Date: 01/18/2024

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Ever look at your to-do list and think, ‘Cool, I’ll just clone myself and maybe then I’ll get it all done’? Yeah. Same. But here’s the truth — overwhelm isn’t a sign you’re doing too little. It’s a sign you’re doing too much of the wrong stuff. Let’s fix that. Feeling buried under your to-do list? You’re not alone — but you don’t have to live there. In this high-impact episode, April breaks down five simple, tactical moves that shift you from chaos to clarity. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or juggling it all, this episode will help you reclaim...

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You know what’s more expensive than a bad hire? A great hire you set up to fail. Welcome, Pivoter! In Part 2 of this series, April dives into the five most common reasons new hires fail in small businesses — and, more importantly, how to stop repeating those mistakes. Drawing from Who, Topgrading, and real small-business case studies, she unpacks what actually derails your new hires: lack of clarity, rushed processes, weak onboarding, and the avoidance of tough calls. This episode is your small-business hiring playbook — practical, tough-love, and designed to help you build a team that...

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You know what’s worse than making a bad hire? Making a bad hire… and then wasting weeks of your life obsessing over it instead of moving on. That’s like tripping on a rock and then deciding to camp there forever. Welcome, Pivoter! Today, April tackles one of the most expensive, frustrating, and inevitable parts of running a business — bad hires. If you’ve been in business long enough, you’ve made one. We all have. The financial loss hurts, but what’s even more costly is how long we stay stuck — replaying the mistake instead of moving on to our next right decision. In this...

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You’re not mad at your past self because she failed — you’re mad because she didn’t know what you know now. But guess what? She’s the reason you know it. In this episode of PivotMe, April takes listeners on a transformative journey through her recent experience with energy and shadow work—a deep dive into the hidden layers of self-judgment, compassion, and growth. Through personal reflection and powerful mindset shifts, April reveals how she uncovered her own inner critic — “The Judge” — and how it was quietly sabotaging her progress. If you’ve ever replayed your old...

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Let me tell you the most expensive hire you’ll ever make—it’s not the one with the highest salary. It’s the wrong person you keep around too long. And if you think you can turn a C-player into an A-player with your already maxed-out schedule—you’re living in a Disney movie, not running a business. Welcome, Pivoter! Today we’re talking about A-players—why your small business can’t afford not to hire them, how to attract them without corporate budgets, and why tolerating C-players is the fastest way to tank your team and your sanity. April shares a story about a client...

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You know what no one tells you about being a leader? It’s lonely as hell. Everyone looks to you for answers, for calm, for direction — but where do you go when you’re running on fumes? Welcome, Pivoter. Let’s get real. In this raw and emotional episode, April takes us behind the scenes of Collaborate 2025, where high performers and leaders came together to do something rare — drop their armor. No posturing, no highlight reels, no pretending to “have it all together.” Just truth, connection, and conversations that matter. This is a reflection on what happens when leaders stop...

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You left your 9-to-5 to have freedom — but now your new boss (you) is harsher, more demanding, and pays you less than the old one ever did.” In this episode of PivotMe, April gets real about the dark side of entrepreneurship — when the very business you built for freedom becomes the reason you feel chained. Through raw conversations and personal stories, April exposes the dangers of blurred boundaries, overwork, and the toxic traits of our own “inner boss.” From Selena’s powerful reflection on losing control of her schedule to April’s candid self-checks, this episode will...

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You’ve already done hard things. You’ve overcome challenges that should have stopped you — but they didn’t. So why would you doubt what you can do next? In this powerful episode, April dives into the game-changing role of mindset and determination in building a life you’re proud of. Through inspiring stories — including world champion Siri Lindley’s journey — April explores how adopting a growth mindset unlocks your potential, reframes failure as fuel, and drives personal and professional success. This isn’t just about thinking positive — it’s about training your mind to...

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Here’s the deal—if your last quarter looks exactly like your first three, will you actually be happy with where you land in December? Or will you be scrambling like a college kid trying to write a 20-page paper the night before it’s due? In this episode, April dives into one of the most overlooked success tools — the mid-year check-in. You don’t have to wait until December to panic-sprint toward your goals. Right now is the perfect time to pause, assess, and pivot if needed so you can end the year exactly where you want to be April shares why so many entrepreneurs and high performers...

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In this episode of PivotMe, April delves into the art of navigating hard things and shares 5 easy steps to handle challenges effectively, becoming the coachman of your own brain. With the understanding that an average person generates thousands of thoughts per hour, many of which revolve around uncontrollable factors and fears, April introduces practical steps to redirect focus towards what can be changed.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Practice Strategic Visualization:

    • Channel thoughts towards visualizing things that can be changed.
    • Focus on what you want instead of what you fear.

  2. Write to Your Badass List:

    • Compile a list of personal achievements and strengths.
    • Reflect on past successes to boost confidence.

  3. Have a Mantra:

    • Develop a mantra that instills confidence and positivity.
    • Repeat the mantra during challenging situations.

  4. Manage Your State Before Walking In:

    • Prioritize emotional well-being before facing difficult situations.
    • Engage in activities that uplift mood and mindset.

  5. Break it into Manageable Chunks:

    • Divide challenging tasks into smaller, more manageable parts.
    • Tackle each segment systematically.

April shares the inspiring story of Brooklyn, a listener turned client, who became a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer. Brooklyn navigated a challenging situation by implementing these steps, showcasing the effectiveness of the strategies in real-life scenarios.

The episode concludes with the empowering message that while one may not be able to change the hard thing itself, the response to it can be transformed. By taking control of thoughts and responses, individuals can navigate challenges with resilience, ensuring that difficult situations don't dictate the course of their day.

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