E281. REP Use 2 Minute Rule Succeed Last 90 Days of Year
Release Date: 10/24/2024
E295. Leverage Your Strengths, Stop Focusing on Weaknesses
April Garcia's PivotMe
In this episode of PivotMe, April challenges the common belief that success comes from fixing weaknesses. Instead, she reveals why focusing on strengths is the real game-changer. We’ve all been told to be “well-rounded,” but that mindset keeps many of us stuck. April breaks down how to identify, believe in, and fully leverage our strengths to create real momentum in life and business. By the end of this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why strengths matter more than weaknesses. ✅ How to identify and own your unique abilities. ✅ How to leverage them for massive impact. 💡 Key Takeaways...
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E294. Historical Wisdom for Modern Leaders: Historian Sean Stewart's Approach to Success
April Garcia's PivotMe
Welcome to another episode of Pivot Me! Today, we’re joined by Sean, a historian who weaves ancient stories into practical lessons for modern business and leadership. Sean shares how he transitioned from being a traditional historian to helping entrepreneurs navigate challenges using timeless principles. We discuss: The powerful story of Agamemnon and how it applies to goal setting and sacrifice. Why small sacrifices often become institutionalized—and how to avoid them. The importance of defining boundaries in business and life. How ancient myths and artifacts can provide insights into...
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E293. How Are Your Positioned for Success?
April Garcia's PivotMe
This week on PivotMe, April dives into a critical but often overlooked aspect of success: positioning. Success isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about putting yourself in the right environment, building habits, and stacking the deck in your favor. With humor, personal anecdotes, and actionable tips, April explores how small, intentional choices prepare you for big opportunities. Key Takeaways: Preparation Meets Opportunity: Luck isn’t random; it’s what happens when preparation meets opportunity. Are you setting yourself up for those moments? Positioning matters in...
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E292. Don't Judge Younger You and Energy Work
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In this episode of PivotMe, April takes listeners on a transformative journey through her recent experience with energy and shadow work. From a profound realization about self-judgment to actionable strategies for overcoming it, this episode is packed with relatable insights and powerful takeaways. If you’ve ever been hard on your past self for not knowing what you know now, this episode will resonate deeply and leave you with tools to shift your mindset. Key Takeaways: The Trap of Judging Younger You: The person you are now is judging the person you were, forgetting that they hadn’t...
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E291. Atta Boy Immediate Confidence
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In this episode of PivotMe, April dives into the concept of the "Atta Boy Folder," a simple yet powerful tool designed to build confidence and enhance performance in sales—and beyond. Drawing from years of experience training sales teams, April explains how capturing moments of success can create momentum, foster motivation, and ultimately drive better results. Whether you’re leading a team or managing your own goals, this episode provides actionable insights you won’t want to miss. Key Takeaways: The Best Time to Make a Sale: The best time to make a sale is immediately after closing...
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E290. 10 Questions to Ask for New Years
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As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and prepare for what’s ahead. In this episode of the PivotMe Podcast, April provides listeners with 10 transformative questions designed to help you process the lessons of 2024 and set a clear, intentional path for 2025. These questions go beyond traditional goal-setting—they’re a blueprint for self-awareness, growth, and purposeful action. Whether you’ve had an amazing year, a challenging one, or a mix of both, these questions are your ticket to making 2025 extraordinary. Key Takeaways: Celebrate Wins: ...
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E289. 4 Rocks for Your 2025 Goal Setting
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In this episode of PivotMe, April breaks down the transformative process of setting and crushing your "rocks"—the big, important goals that define your year. Through real-life examples and actionable strategies, she shares how to make your goals visible, track your progress effectively, and align with behaviors you can control. Don’t wait until New Year’s Eve—start now and set yourself up for extraordinary success. What You’ll Learn in This Episode What are Rocks? Your top four priorities for the year—the big, non-negotiable goals that go into your jar first. 3 Key...
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E288. ADHD Body Double Your Task Faster
April Garcia's PivotMe
Are you avoiding tasks you know you need to do? Whether it’s filing taxes or cleaning your garage, sometimes the hardest part is just starting. In this episode of PivotMe, April dives into a powerful productivity hack called body doubling—a game-changer for people with ADHD and anyone struggling with procrastination. Discover how having someone nearby can help you tackle those frogs faster and why admitting you need support is a strength, not a weakness. What You’ll Learn in This Episode What are frogs? Frogs are the tasks we need to do but dread tackling—often uncomfortable,...
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E287. Get Clients First: The Only Thing Your Business Needs to Thrive
April Garcia's PivotMe
In this episode of PivotMe, April shares a powerful conversation with Tisha, a business owner caught in the whirlwind of “getting everything perfect” before officially launching. April dismantles the common trap of prioritizing logos, websites, and speeches over the one thing that matters most: serving clients. If you’re a business owner who feels stuck in endless preparation, this episode will help you refocus on what truly drives success—delivering value and asking for the business. Key Points: The “Perfect Setup” Trap: Tisha’s story illustrates how entrepreneurs can get...
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E286. Thank Yourself like Snoop Dogg
April Garcia's PivotMe
In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of PivotMe, April shares a fresh perspective on gratitude by turning the lens inward. As we gather to celebrate the people and blessings in our lives, April challenges listeners to pause and thank themselves for the courage, persistence, and growth they’ve achieved this year. Whether you’re sipping coffee, eggnog, or a good scotch, this episode is your chance to reflect, recharge, and recognize the badass within you. Key Points: Gratitude for Yourself: Why it’s essential to thank yourself for showing up, even when it was hard. Reflecting on...
info_outlineIn this motivating episode of PivotMe, April listeners to stop waiting for the new year to restart their goals. With just 69 days left before the end of the year, April explains why now is the perfect time to jump back into motion. Forget about waiting until January 1st—small steps today can create the momentum needed to carry you through to success in the remaining days of the year.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
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Why You Don’t Need to Wait Until January to Start Over:
Understand that progress doesn’t require a new year or a fresh start. April encourages you to tap into the power of now, and explains why the end of the year is a great time to reignite your goals. -
How to Create Momentum and Motivation:
April debunks the myth that you need a massive burst of inspiration to get started. Learn how small steps towards your goals can create momentum, which will carry you through to the finish line. -
The Importance of Building Habits Towards Progress, Not Perfection:
Get practical advice on how to focus on consistent progress rather than the unrealistic goal of perfection. By taking one small action every day, you’ll build sustainable habits that keep you moving forward.
Key Moments:
- [3:18] - You don’t need to wait until January 1st; start creating motivation and magic right now.
- [4:11] - Why now is the time to get moving on the goals you set at the start of the year.
- [6:44] - Take a small step today toward the goal you set back in January.
- [8:46] - Progress comes from building habits, not striving for perfection.
Quotes from the Episode:
- "If we make progress on our goals now, that momentum is going to carry us through to the end of the year." — April Garcia
- "You can create motivation and magic anytime, you don’t have to wait until January 1st." — April Garcia
April wraps up this episode by encouraging listeners to stop waiting for a perfect moment and instead take action now. With just a small step towards your goals, you can build enough momentum to finish the year strong. Don’t let the next 84 days slip away—start today, build consistent habits, and watch how much progress you can make before the year ends.
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