E295. Leverage Your Strengths, Stop Focusing on Weaknesses
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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_outlineWelcome back! Today, we’re reframing how you think about the time, money, and energy you’ve poured into yourself. You’ve been investing in your skills, your growth, and your mindset—and now it’s time to monetize that investment. In this episode, I’ll show you why your value has gone up and why your compensation needs to reflect the current you, not the old you. Let’s stop selling ourselves short and start commanding what we’re truly worth in the marketplace.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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Your Investment = Increased Value:
Understand how your time and financial investments in self-development directly increase the value you bring to the marketplace. -
Stop Using the Old You as a Benchmark:
Learn why basing your worth on past rates, skillsets, or confidence is holding you back—and how to break free from outdated benchmarks. -
How to Command Higher Income:
Get actionable strategies to assess your current value and ensure your pricing, salary, or rates reflect the new and improved you. -
Why Confidence Matters:
Discover how confidence, paired with your growing expertise, can unlock new levels of income and opportunity.
Key Moments:
- Why the investment you made last month makes you more valuable today.
- How self-development translates into marketplace value.
- The confidence shift: Why charging what you're worth isn’t just about skills—it’s about believing in yourself.
- Breaking the “old you” cycle: Stop looking backward when setting your rates or salary expectations.
- Actionable steps to monetize your growth and demand your worth.
Quotes from the Episode:
- "You are worth more today because of the investment you made in yourself yesterday. Your value went up—don’t let anyone tell you otherwise." — April Garcia
- "Stop using the old you as a benchmark. The marketplace isn’t paying for who you were last month; they’re paying for who you are right now." — April Garcia
- "Confidence plus expertise equals income. When you invest in yourself, your confidence grows—and so should your paycheck." — April Garcia
Action Steps for Listeners:
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Reassess Your Value:
Write down the skills, knowledge, and confidence you’ve gained in the last six months. Ask yourself, “Am I being compensated for the person I am today?” -
Update Your Rates or Salary Expectations:
If you’re an entrepreneur, raise your rates to reflect your new value. If you’re an employee, prepare to negotiate a raise or promotion. -
Communicate Your Value:
Practice articulating the value you bring to clients, employers, or partners. Be specific about how your skills and knowledge create results. -
Invest Continuously:
Keep leveling up! Set aside time and money each month for self-development—it pays dividends in both value and income.
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