5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.

A podcast predicated on the journey of business and life.

Ep. 539 - A, B, C Level Problems 03/29/2025

Ep. 539 - A, B, C Level Problems /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35858880

Ep. 538 - Big Impact Work 03/28/2025

Ep. 538 - Big Impact Work /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35858860

Ep. 537 - Promises 03/27/2025

Ep. 537 - Promises /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35858850

Ep. 536 - Managing Failure 03/26/2025

Ep. 536 - Managing Failure /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35858825

Ep. 535 - Only 15mins To Beat The Rest of The World 03/25/2025

Ep. 535 - Only 15mins To Beat The Rest of The World /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35858805

EP. 534 - Putting The Time In To Do The Work 03/07/2025

EP. 534 - Putting The Time In To Do The Work Takeaways Chaos is a problem that needs to be solved through planning. Critical thinking is vital to avoid long-term pitfalls. Uncomfortable work often leads to significant growth. Successful people embrace the work they don't want to do. Neglecting important work can hinder progress. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35532685

EP. 533 - The Problem Started Yesterday 03/06/2025

EP. 533 - The Problem Started Yesterday Takeaways 62% of business owners cite cashflow as a major problem and only 19% attribute their issues to marketing. Marketing is crucial for generating sales and cashflow. Critical thinking is essential for problem-solving. Understanding the customer journey is vital for service improvement. Identifying constraints can lead to significant productivity gains. Looking back at past actions can reveal the origins of current problems. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35532675

EP. 532 - Selling Yourself Short 03/05/2025

EP. 532 - Selling Yourself Short Takeaways We often sell our reputation for money. Greed can have corrosive effects on service quality. Selling yourself short affects your long-term success. Keeping promises is essential in business and life. Small disciplines impact all areas of life. Integrity should be prioritized over quick financial gains. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35532660

Ep. 531 - The Work No One Wants To Do 03/04/2025

Ep. 531 - The Work No One Wants To Do Takeaways Without a plan, it's difficult to measure progress. Poor planning can lead to long-term issues in projects. Many projects start with only a fraction of the necessary planning. Small oversights in planning can lead to significant failures. Being reactionary in work can lead to chaos. A clear plan acts as a map for project execution. Discipline is needed to prioritize planning over immediate tasks. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35522210

Ep. 530 - Courage 02/28/2025

Ep. 530 - Courage Takeaways: Courage is moving forward despite feeling afraid. Fear is often more intimidating than the reality. Many opportunities are missed due to lack of courage. It's unreasonable to expect to excel without practice. Failure is inevitable, but trying is essential. You can't win a race you don't enter. Making decisions in the face of fear is necessary for growth. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35472850

Ep. 529 - Talking Myself Out of It 02/27/2025

Ep. 529 - Talking Myself Out of It Takeaways: Everything starts with an idea. You must have intentionality in your life. We become so risk focused that we won't execute. Change is often resisted due to fear. Your idea doesn't have to be world changing, small ideas matter too. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35445290

Ep. 528 - Ideas, Underrated 02/26/2025

Ep. 528 - Ideas, Underrated Takeaways: Ideas are vital for innovation in business. Creativity is often undervalued in organizations. A culture that encourages ideas leads to progress. Facilitating communication within teams is essential. Improvements stem from creative thinking and ideation. Friction and constraints can enhance creativity. Focused ideation can drive organizational change. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35430290

Ep. 527 - It Is A Building Game 02/25/2025

Ep. 527 - It Is A Building Game Takeaways: Learning something new shouldn't mean forgetting everything else. Refinement is key to applying new knowledge effectively. Reminders are more valuable than new teachings. New skills should enhance, not replace, existing knowledge. Throwing everything out can lead to starting over unnecessarily. Continuous improvement is essential for growth. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35430275

Ep. 526 - Risky Either Way 02/24/2025

Ep. 526 - Risky Either Way Takeaways: Courage is essential for navigating life's risks. Stagnation can be riskier than taking action. Change is constant and should be embraced. Mitigating risk involves planning and preparation. Society values innovation and change. Personal growth requires stepping out of comfort zones. Speed in implementation is crucial for success. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35316010

Ep. 525 - Food and Tires 02/23/2025

Ep. 525 - Food and Tires Takeaways: Creating a standard in business can enhance brand recognition. Business often operates counterintuitively, requiring deeper understanding. Change is difficult for most people, and it requires effort to embrace it. Understanding customer journeys is crucial for business success. Critical thinking is essential in navigating business challenges. Recognizing the complexity of human behavior is key to effective marketing. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35316000

Ep. 524 - Less Options Is Fast and Easy 02/22/2025

Ep. 524 - Less Options Is Fast and Easy Takeaways: Having less options forces and produces creativity. Hardship can refine and prepare us for future opportunities. Focusing on fewer tasks increases efficiency and speed. Chaos in business often stems from having too many options. Embracing limitations can lead to innovative solutions. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35315980

Ep. 523 - Learning and Doing, Different Pieces 02/21/2025

Ep. 523 - Learning and Doing, Different Pieces Takeaways: Learning and implementation are two radically different things. Life operates in pieces, much like building blocks. Sales and marketing are distinct but interconnected skill sets. Skill sets aid and speed up implementation. Collaboration is crucial for long-term success. A balance between learning and doing is necessary for success. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35315960

Ep. 522 - Critical Thinking Where Are You? 02/20/2025

Ep. 522 - Critical Thinking Where Are You? Takeaways: Critical thinking is essential for making informed decisions. Practical applications of critical thinking can solve everyday problems. Life's problems are multi-faceted and require comprehensive solutions. Critical thinking can help navigate toxic work environments. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35315945

Ep. 521 - Built For Others 02/19/2025

Ep. 521 - Built For Others Takeaways: Working for money is really unfulfilling. Business is all about people. There's so much more to life than just money. Money is not going to buy you good relationships. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35315925

Ep. 520 - Skillset Does Not = Leadership 02/18/2025

Ep. 520 - Skillset Does Not = Leadership Takeaways: You cannot scale if you're the expert. Let go of doing the technical work to grow. Education does not guarantee leadership ability. Leadership requires working with others. True leadership is about delegation and collaboration. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35315905

Ep. 519 - Backing Up To Move Forward 02/17/2025

Ep. 519 - Backing Up To Move Forward Takeaways: If you're stuck with a problem, step away and come back to it later. Trying counterintuitive solutions are key to overcoming challenges. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35290175

Ep. 518 - Unplanned Work 02/16/2025

Ep. 518 - Unplanned Work Takeaways: Operating ahead of schedule alleviates team pressure. Unplanned work is costly and inefficient. Critical thinking is essential for effective planning. Short-term thinking leads to reactionary behaviors. Long-term thinking is crucial for stability. Building stability is key to success. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35290155

Ep. 517 - We've Always Done It That Way 02/15/2025

Ep. 517 - We've Always Done It That Way Takeaways: The mindset of 'we've always done it this way' limits progress. Stepping away from a problem can lead to new solutions. Single path thinking can lead to project stagnation. Agency in decision-making leads to better outcomes. Exploring multiple solutions is key to overcoming challenges. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35290145

Ep. 516 - Finding It Worthwhile 02/14/2025

Ep. 516 - Finding It Worthwhile Takeaways: Self-awareness is often overestimated by individuals. Belief in the value of work drives motivation. Mentorship plays a key role in self-discovery. Avoiding pitfalls requires understanding how you operate. Recognizing the connection between tasks and goals is vital. Building something worthwhile requires knowing yourself. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35134565

Ep. 515 - The Ceiling: Possible vs. Capable 02/13/2025

Ep. 515 - The Ceiling: Possible vs. Capable Takeaways: We often mistake capability for possibility, limiting our potential. Our beliefs can cap our capabilities if not challenged. Surrounding yourself with positive thinkers can enhance success. A culture of possibility can drive innovation and creativity. Success is often a result of believing in the impossible. Team alignment on beliefs can lead to greater achievements. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131745

Ep. 514 - Do It Faster 02/12/2025

Ep. 514 - Do It Faster Takeaways: Long-term goals require a focus on speed and efficiency. Feedback and iteration are crucial for reaching goals. Creativity often emerges from having fewer options. The journey to success can be accelerated with the right mindset. Obstacles can lead to greater creativity and innovation. The right questions can guide us towards the right answers. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131735

Ep. 513 - Character 02/11/2025

Ep. 513 - Character Takeaways: Character is who you are when no one is watching. Self-discipline is crucial for personal accountability. The higher your freedom, the more self-discipline is required. Keeping promises to yourself builds trust. Imposter syndrome stems from a disconnect in character. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131715

Ep. 512 - It’s All The Same 02/10/2025

Ep. 512 - It’s All The Same Takeaways: Everything you do in business translates to your normal life and viceversa. Nobody buys a business; they buy the systems you've built. The same principles apply to problem-solving in life and business. Critical thinking is essential in both life and business. Self-awareness is key to creating a fulfilling life. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131670

Ep. 511 - Reflection, Actually Solving Problems 02/09/2025

Ep. 511 - Reflection, Actually Solving Problems Takeaways: Leaders must ask reflective questions to improve their effectiveness. Asking the right questions leads to better solutions and outcomes. Leaders should focus on facilitating teamwork and project management. Continuous improvement is necessary for successful leadership. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131645

Ep. 510 - It's Not The End Of The World 02/08/2025

Ep. 510 - It's Not The End Of The World Takeaways: It's not the end of the world if you fail. Failure is a part of the journey to success. Planning is essential before implementing new processes. Embracing new experiences can be uncomfortable but rewarding. Pain often leads to the best learning opportunities. Shipping things, even imperfectly, is better than not shipping at all. Don't let fear of failure stop you from trying. /episode/index/show/e4ab41ee-8c57-45a0-9991-a99488b4de7b/id/35131625

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