No More Excuses: Monday Motivation podcast
Welcome to my weekly Monday Motivation podcasts! Each week I will have a new topic to discuss. I call it "Monday Motivation with an edge!" Listen in and learn ways to STOP with the excuses and live life to its fullest! If you're ready to GET OFF YOUR ASS and do something your future self will thank you for... then these podcasts are FOR YOU! I also ask for, and appreciate, feedback and input! So, listen carefully for the question of the week and yes, special offers to help you Achieve Your Success!
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Podcast #441: You Said You’d Make Changes... Have you?
05/04/2026
Podcast #441: You Said You’d Make Changes... Have you?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! You said Q2 would be different… so is it? In this follow-up episode, I cut through the excuses and get brutally honest about what’s actually changed since your Q1 reset. If your actions haven’t shifted, your results won’t either. This episode challenges you to stop overthinking, stop avoiding, and start executing on what you already know needs to be done. No fluff. No resets. Just truth, standards, and real accountability. We have 8 weeks left in Q2, so plenty of time to get your shit together and make it happen! Until next time! Cheers, Sandi
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Podcast #440: Q1 Is Done. Now What? Own It, Shake It Off, Level Up. | No More Excuses
04/06/2026
Podcast #440: Q1 Is Done. Now What? Own It, Shake It Off, Level Up. | No More Excuses
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! Q1 is over… so let’s get real. Did you crush it? Or are you hoping no one asks how it went? In this episode of No More Excuses, I’m breaking down exactly how to: Review your first quarter WITHOUT the fluff Shake off the mistakes and failures holding you back Actually celebrate your wins (yes, you have them) Set yourself up to dominate Q2 with clarity and focus Because here’s the truth— You don’t need a new plan. You need new standards. Q2 starts NOW. Who are you going to be? If you’re ready to stop carrying excuses and start executing, this episode is your wake-up call. And if you need help reviewing, getting back on-track or even leveling up from a successful Q1, schedule your free 30-min call by (And NO... I don't hard sell! Impressed... tell me so and I'll send you the link to hire me!)
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Podcast #439: You Don’t Have a People Problem — You Have a Communication Problem
02/02/2026
Podcast #439: You Don’t Have a People Problem — You Have a Communication Problem
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Yes, this week is based on the fact that I've been asked to speak and train on this very issue! So here's the question... Do you think your team is the issue? You're probably saying – or thinking... “They don’t get it.” “They’re too slow.” “They’re too sensitive.” Here’s the truth: It’s not a people problem... It’s a communication problem. Inside this episode I talk about: How your stress style impacts your team Why impact is greater than intention The real power of DiSC (it’s a mirror, not a label) How unexamined leadership creates drama, burnout, and turnover Simple shifts that change culture fast When leaders understand how they show up under pressure, everything shifts — conversations, trust, performance, results. AND: Your challenge: Identify your DiSC style. (contact me for details!) Own your stress behavior. Ask for honest feedback — and don’t defend. Badass leadership isn’t loud. It’s intentional. Self-aware. Accountable. No more excuses. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #438: What 438 Episodes Taught Me About Not Quitting
02/02/2026
Podcast #438: What 438 Episodes Taught Me About Not Quitting
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses"! Sooooo, did you fall off the 30-day challenge… or never start at all? Have no idea what I'm talking about? Good. This episode is for you. In this episode of No More Excuses, I’m asking the real question—how did you actually do with the 30-day challenge? And if you didn’t start on January 2nd, here’s your permission slip: start now. I’m sharing what 14 years in business has really looked like—since February 2, 2013—the ebbs, the pivots, the wins, the hard seasons, four books, and what it took to reach episode 438 of this podcast. If you’ve been stuck, second-guessing yourself, or waiting for the “right time,” this is your wake-up call. 🎙️ No perfection. 🔥 No waiting. 🚫 No more excuses. Hit play—and then take action. NOW! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #437: New Year. Same Bullshit… Or Not.
01/03/2026
Podcast #437: New Year. Same Bullshit… Or Not.
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! It’s a new year—but let’s be honest. If nothing changes, nothing changes. In this episode of No More Excuses, I cut straight through the New Year hype, empty resolutions, and recycled promises we make to ourselves every January. This is not a feel-good episode. It’s a call-out. You’ll be challenged to confront the one thing you’ve been avoiding—the habit, fear, excuse, or pattern that keeps following you into every new year. Listen in as I break down why motivation is overrated, why excuses feel comfortable, and why the challenge you don’t want to face is the exact one standing between you and real growth. This episode also introduces the 30-Day NO EXCUSES Challenge, designed to help you stop negotiating with yourself and start showing up with consistency, ownership, and confidence. Comment with your email or email me at to get your FREE 30-day challenge workbook! If you’re done repeating the same year with a different calendar—and ready to actually do something about it—this episode is for you. New year. New standard. No more excuses. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #436: Action Without Direction Is Just Chaos
12/01/2025
Podcast #436: Action Without Direction Is Just Chaos
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest traps entrepreneurs fall into—mistaking movement for progress. It’s easy to stay busy, bounce from task to task, and convince yourself you’re hustling… but without direction, all that activity turns into nothing but noise. This week, we break down how to shift from chaotic action to intentional, high-impact strategy. You’ll learn how to cut through overwhelm, get clear on your goals, and take steps that actually move the needle in your business. No fluff. No excuses. Just a straightforward roadmap to help you stop spinning and start winning. If you’re ready to reclaim your focus, tighten up your priorities, and finally channel your energy into meaningful growth—this episode is your wake-up call. Reach out to me! Post in the comments wherever you are seeing this, or email me at Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #435: Momentum Is Nothing Without Action
11/03/2025
Podcast #435: Momentum Is Nothing Without Action
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! You can plan, dream, and hype yourself up all day — but without action, momentum means nothing. In this episode, I get real about why so many people lose steam right when things start moving and how to break that cycle once and for all. This isn’t about waiting for the “perfect moment” — it’s about making the moment happen. You’ll learn how to turn energy into execution, stop overthinking, and finish what you start with confidence and purpose. Because in business — and in life — momentum is just potential. Action is what makes it powerful. Listen in and then share how you will take action! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #434: End Strong, No More Excuses!
10/06/2025
Podcast #434: End Strong, No More Excuses!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! The 4th quarter is here, and change is coming whether you like it or not. The real question: are you going to fight it, fear it, or freaking harness it? In this episode, we dive into how to finish the year strong—personally and professionally. I’ll show you how to audit your year, pick one game-changing move, and create accountability that actually works. No fluff, no excuses—just actionable strategies to dominate the final stretch. It’s time to stop waiting for January 1st. Stop limping to the finish. Own your change, own your growth, and finish this year like the badass you are!
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Podcast #433: Communication Without the BS: DiSC® Gets You Heard
08/18/2025
Podcast #433: Communication Without the BS: DiSC® Gets You Heard
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! In this episode of No More Excuses, I’m diving into one of my favorite tools for transforming teams and leaders: the DiSC® assessment. If you’ve ever felt like you’re talking but no one’s really hearing you—or if your team is constantly missing the mark—it’s probably not the message, it’s the communication style. I’ll break down what DiSC® is, why I use it with all of my clients, and how it can instantly help you understand yourself and others better. From improving collaboration to boosting productivity and yes—driving more revenue—DiSC® is a badass tool that takes the guesswork out of working with people. By the end, you’ll see why I’ve spoken, trained, and facilitated DiSC® workshops all over the U.S.—because when you stop talking past each other, you start getting results. And if you're ready to take the assessment and learn to communicate more effectively and lead like the badass you were meant to be... [Take the assessment FREE, and then when you're ready to dive in and learn how to use it, a discounted session with me for my listeners!] Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #432: Is AI Helping Your Business… or Hurting It?
08/04/2025
Podcast #432: Is AI Helping Your Business… or Hurting It?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back, Badasses, to another episode of No More Excuses! Today, I’ve got one big question for you:Is AI helping your business… or hurting it? Or hell, have you even TRIED it yet? Because here’s the truth—AI is not coming. It’s already here. And whether you like it or not, your competition is probably already using it to streamline their operations, create content faster, automate customer service, or cut costs without cutting corners. So, I’ll ask again: Is it helping or hurting your business? Let’s back up a bit. AI has been dominating headlines—ChatGPT, automation tools, CRMs that think for you. And yes, it can feel overwhelming, especially if you're already juggling a million things just trying to keep your business moving. I get it. But let me be brutally honest for a second: If you're ignoring AI because you "don’t get tech" or "don’t have time"— That’s an excuse. And you know this show doesn’t tolerate that. Let’s talk about what AI can do for your business—RIGHT NOW: It can write your social media captions, blogs, or email newsletters in minutes. It can automate customer responses or appointment reminders. It can help you analyze customer data, feedback, and buying trends without hiring a full-time team. It can take the repetitive crap off your plate so you can focus on actually growing your business. Now does that mean you should outsource your entire business brain to a bot? Hell no! But if you’re stuck in busywork mode while your competitors are using AI to scale, you’re falling behind. So, here’s what I want you to ask yourself: Have I even TRIED using AI in my business? Am I curious or closed off to what it can do? Where in my business am I wasting time that a smart tool could streamline? And if your answer is, “I don’t know where to start,” guess what? That’s not a stop sign. That’s a starting point. There are simple tools—many of them free or low-cost—that are built for people like YOU. You don’t need to be a tech wizard to use them. Quick Action Challenge: This week, I want you to pick ONE task—just one—that eats up your time. Maybe it’s writing a weekly email, answering the same client question over and over, or chasing down appointments. Now, go find an AI tool to help with it. Use ChatGPT. Try an AI scheduler. Explore automation in your email platform. Just TRY something. Because if you’re not at least experimenting, you're choosing to stay stuck. And you, my friend, are too damn smart and too damn badass for that. AI isn’t here to replace your magic. It’s here to amplify it—if you let it. So, stop resisting. Stop making excuses. And go lead your business like the badass you are. I’ll see you next week on No More Excuses. Now go take action—your future self is waiting. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #431: Market Like a Badass, Not a Bystander!
07/14/2025
Podcast #431: Market Like a Badass, Not a Bystander!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! In today's episode, I talk about how marketing isn’t optional if you want to grow your business. If people don’t know you exist, they can’t hire you, refer you, or support you. Yet many business owners hide behind excuses: “I don’t have time,” “I’m not good at social media,” or “I don’t know what to post.” Those are choices, not facts. EXCUSES not reasons! Here are 3 ways to start marketing in a way that actually moves the needle: Show up consistently. Visibility is currency. Pick one platform where your audience is, and commit to posting regularly—tips, behind-the-scenes, or client wins. Educate, don’t just sell. Share your knowledge, answer FAQs, and post stories of client wins to build trust and credibility. Ask for engagement. Don’t talk at your audience—invite them to comment, vote, or DM you. Conversations build relationships, which lead to sales. My CHALLENGE to you today: Start with ONE of these actions this week. Remember, marketing doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be consistent and authentic. Report back or email me at and tell me what you are focusing on and how! No more excuses!
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Podcast #430: The Year Is Half Over – Let’s Change the Damn Game
06/30/2025
Podcast #430: The Year Is Half Over – Let’s Change the Damn Game
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. HALF THE YEAR IS GONE. Are you where you thought you’d be? If not—don’t panic. But don’t keep playing it safe either. It’s time to pivot, simplify, and SHOW UP. This week on the No More Excuses podcast: 🔥 3 tips to shift gears & finish 2025 strong 🔥 Why visibility = revenue 🔥 The truth about your circle of influence AND A CHALLENGE! Let’s change the damn game. You in? If you’re ready to recommit, put HELL YES in the comment section or email me at
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Podcast #429: Thriving Through This SHIT Economy!
06/16/2025
Podcast #429: Thriving Through This SHIT Economy!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. Feeling the pressure of this economy? Inflation got your clients hesitating and your confidence wobbling? You’re not alone—but you’re also not off the hook! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to keep your business not just alive, but growing—even when things feel uncertain. We’re talking strategy, mindset, visibility, and why waiting for things to “calm down” is a trap. How to adapt your offers and pricing What to cut and what to double down on And why your belief in your business is either your greatest weapon—or your downfall If you’re ready to push past the panic and lead like the badass you are, this one’s for you. Listen now. No more hiding. No more excuses. Just results. And if you need help sorting it all out—strategy, mindset, or just a kick in the pants—hit me up. Schedule a free call. Let’s dig in and get you unstuck, unstoppable, and unfazed by whatever the hell is going on out there. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #428: It's June... Now What?
06/02/2025
Podcast #428: It's June... Now What?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses! Welcome to June. Yep, it's here. Half of 2025 is already in the rearview mirror. For small business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs, this moment can feel either electric or exhausting. Maybe you're ahead of your goals, firing on all cylinders. Or maybe you're staring at that untouched vision board wondering where the hell the time went. Wherever you're at, here's the truth: Being off track doesn't mean you're out of the race. It just means it's time to get real, reset, and refocus. The Gut Check Ask yourself: Where am I with the goals I set in January? Which ones still matter? What did I avoid, delay, or ignore? Now, this isn’t about shame or failure. It’s about taking back your power. You’ve got 26 weeks, 182 days left in 2025. That’s plenty of time to make bold moves, shake things up, and achieve goals that matter. Listen in as I talk about the 3 R's: Reset. Recommit. Reignite. June isn’t a conclusion; it’s your halfway checkpoint. A reminder to wake up, recommit, and reignite your business badassery. No more waiting. No more excuses. How are you getting back on track this June? Drop it in the comments or email me at . Let’s finish 2025 strong. Together. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #427: It’s May – Time to Bloom!
05/05/2025
Podcast #427: It’s May – Time to Bloom!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of 'No More Excuses"! I'm your host Sandi Ballard, The BADASS Business Coach™ and today I want to remind you that it is May! It’s May, and that means one thing—besides warmer weather, allergy season, and iced coffee overload—it’s Small Business Month! That’s right. This month is all about YOU, the badass behind the business. Whether you're solo or leading a growing team, this is your reminder that you’re the heartbeat of our economy, the risk-taker, the late-night thinker, the go-all-in-er. And that deserves to be celebrated. But I’m not here just to throw confetti and give you a high five. You know me. I’m also here to push you. Because May isn’t just a time to recognize small businesses… it’s a time to bloom. Listen in today as I talk about: What Does It Mean to Bloom in Business? Three Ways to Bloom Like a Badass! How to Leadership in Uncertain Times. And give you ways to encourage you to Celebrate Your Business... Loudly! Listen in and then share what you will do to help you and your business BLOOM! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #426: Q2 Is Here: Keep That Energy Up!
04/21/2025
Podcast #426: Q2 Is Here: Keep That Energy Up!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to No More Excuses! We are almost three weeks into Q2! Spring is in full bloom, and guess what? Your momentum and energy should be, too. No more dragging your feet, no more waiting for the perfect time to take action. The time is NOW. Listen in as today, I’m giving you three simple but powerful ways to get—and stay—motivated so you can dominate this quarter like the badass you are. ARE YOU READY? Tip #1: Refresh Your Goals Like You Refresh Your Space! Tip #2: Create Energy—Don’t Wait for It! Tip #3: Surround Yourself with People Who Light You Up! BUT HOW? That's why you have to listen in as I dig in deeper, share some ways I am keeping my momentum going, creating energy and tapping into my BADASSNESS! It's time to refresh your goals, create energy, and surround yourself with the right people. This is YOUR quarter. Your momentum starts NOW. No more excuses. No more waiting. Let’s go make Q2 unstoppable! 🔥 If you loved this episode, share it, tag me, and let’s make success contagious. See you next time! And I’d love to hear if and how you changed things up for Q2 – share in this post/comments or email me at . Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #1 [Reposted from 2016]: Time to Spring Clean!
03/24/2025
Podcast #1 [Reposted from 2016]: Time to Spring Clean!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to the No More Excuses Podcast. Today I am reposting my VERY 1st PODCAST! I recorded this on March 21, 2016! And, it's STILL RELEVANT! I would say over the years I have gone through many adjustments in my podcast, including being more DIRECT, edgier, the occasional cuss words, but the reason I'm still here is because of YOU! Every time I've thought about stopping, someone emails me and says how much something I said resonated with them, helped them in some way, etc. etc. So... despite some pauses here and there, I'M STILL HERE! Listen in and share IF and HOW you are Spring Cleaning those GOALS!! And if you haven't even set them yet, well you better get OFF YOUR ASS and DO THAT! Email me at or share in the comments where your BADASS is reading these notes or listening to the podcast! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #425: You Don't Have to Be a Bitch to be a BADASS!
03/10/2025
Podcast #425: You Don't Have to Be a Bitch to be a BADASS!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"! In this episode, I break down the myth that being a BADASS means being cold, rude, or harsh. True power comes from confidence, setting boundaries, and showing up with strength and respect. I’ll walk you through the key differences between being a badass and just being a jerk, plus how to communicate with authority, handle criticism like a pro, and own your success without apology. Bottom line? You don’t need to tear others down to rise. You can be kind, bold, and unstoppable—all at the same time. Tune in, level up, and let’s redefine what real strength and badassness looks like! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #424: Perfection is Bullshit! Get Moving!
02/24/2025
Podcast #424: Perfection is Bullshit! Get Moving!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses!" In this episode, I take a sledgehammer to perfectionism — the sneaky excuse that keeps you stuck. Perfection is Screwing You Over! You’re not waiting for the “right time,” you’re just scared. Success doesn’t come from waiting—it comes from DOING. The winners in business and life aren’t waiting for perfection. They take messy action, learn, and keep going. Listen in as I share that I am a "Recovering Perfectionist" and what I was challenged to do as my first homework assignment as a coach! And then, I give you YOUR challenge to get you OUT of PERFECTIONIST-MODE and INTO ACTION-MODE! Stop tweaking. Start DOING. Stop planning. Start EXECUTING. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and remember: Perfection won’t get you success—ACTION will. Now, go get shit done!
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Podcast #423: It's My 13th Birthday! Let's Take Action!
02/03/2025
Podcast #423: It's My 13th Birthday! Let's Take Action!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast! January is officially behind us—no more excuses, no more hesitation. Today I'm celebrating my 13th Birthday! Ok, well my business' birthday that is! Momentum is everything—January was the warm-up, but February is when we really get moving. In this episode, I talk about why February is the month for action and how to push through challenges instead of giving up, and I share my own challenges and how I've kept going over the years. Today, I ask you one BIG question: What’s one big goal or challenge that’s been kicking your ass lately? I know all too well how challenging and frustrating owning a business can be! And how much the pain is worth it! So, how can you NOT give up? You'll have to listen in as I give you three action steps to stay focused and make real progress! Listen now and let’s make February count! No more excuses—just action. Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #422: You're Not a Quitter... Are you?
01/20/2025
Podcast #422: You're Not a Quitter... Are you?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the "No More Excuses" podcast. This episode kicks off the year with a reality check for listeners starting to waver on their 2025 goals. I provide some tough love, humor, and actionable advice for anyone feeling the January slump, encouraging persistence and resilience. Listen in today as I share my own experience with my carry-over goals, how I’m doing with my January goal of “dry January and the carnivore diet”. And who was the inspiration for today’s podcast, especially the title! This month can be tough for you, your progress and for staying the course. Remember these three things: January is a Test, Not the Finish Line. Three Steps to Bounce Back. The Power of Persistence. In this episode, I also share my "Word of the Year” and would love to hear yours! Listen in and then download the worksheet from my website! If you get off-track or have any other reason to want to “tap out”, I have this motivational reminder for you: You’re stronger than your excuses and capable of dominating your goals. This year is yours to own, so no more excuses—just domination." Until next time... Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #421: 2025 Is Upon Us! How Will You Dominate?
12/30/2024
Podcast #421: 2025 Is Upon Us! How Will You Dominate?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. I'm your host, Sandi Ballard, the BADASS Business Coach™. Today I'm throwing down a challenge as we wrap up 2024 and gear up for 2025. This is your final wake-up call—no sugarcoating, no fluff, just the real deal. It’s time to get uncomfortable, call yourself out, and step into beast mode for 2025. Let's get to it! 1. Own Your 2024: Did you crush it, coast, or crash and burn? What’s the unfiltered truth? No Instagram highlight reels—this is about what really went down. 2. Go Big or Go Home: What’s the goal for 2025 that makes your stomach flip and your heart race? If it doesn’t scare you, it’s not badass enough. 3. Step Up: Share your raw 2024 recap and your unapologetically bold 2025 goal. Post it on Instagram, DM it, shout it from the rooftops with #nomoreexcuseschallenge and don't forget to tag me @thebadassbusinesscoach and prove you’re not just talk. Most people play it safe, live on repeat, and hide behind excuses. Not here. Not you. This community? We’re about action, clarity, and accountability. If you’re waiting for a sign to level up, THIS IS IT. Send your stories by January 3rd for a shot at a one-on-one coaching session. But let’s be real—you’re doing this for you. To stop playing small, to smash through limits, and to DOMINATE 2025 like a badass! No excuses. No overthinking. No playing small. Just domination. Let’s wreck the old patterns, build new habits, and make 2025 your year to rise. Until next time, remember: No more excuses. Just results and domination. 🔥
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Podcast #420: Building Momentum: How to End the Year Strong!
12/09/2024
Podcast #420: Building Momentum: How to End the Year Strong!
Happy Monday Motivation! Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses. In this episode, I broke down how we can finish the year strong with purpose and momentum. Here’s a quick recap of what I covered: 1. **Building:** I talked about starting something new and creating a foundation for future success. Whether it’s a project, habit, or goal, even small beginnings can lead to big results. 2. **Rebuilding:** Let’s be real—this year might not have gone as planned. But I reminded you that rebuilding isn’t failure; it’s strategy. Together, we can turn setbacks into comebacks. 3. **Building-Upon:** I asked you to look at your wins this year, no matter how small, and figure out how to scale them. Sometimes, success isn’t about starting over; it’s about doubling down on what’s already working. 4. **Strengthening:** Finally, I encouraged you to focus on consistency and commitment. Strengthening your foundation today means you’ll be unstoppable tomorrow. I’m challenging you to take action NOW, not wait for January 1st. One small step today can set the stage for an incredible new year. If this episode fired you up, share it with someone who needs that end-of-year boost! And don’t forget to subscribe—I’ll be posting daily challenges to help you finish the year as BADASS as ever. Let’s do this together! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #419: What's Changed This Year?
10/21/2024
Podcast #419: What's Changed This Year?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast. This is the podcast that gets you fired up and ready to take charge of your business, your confidence, and your success! I’m Sandi, the BADASS Business Coach™, your host! We’re at the end of October, yes still the 4th quarter, but we’re deep into the month and before you know it, the holidays will be up our asses! Your business may thrive on the holidays or maybe it’s the opposite and slows down. Regardless, it’s the 4th quarter and there’s still is shit to do! For those ramping up for the holidays, how will you manage the chaos? For those slowing down, how will you clean up from the year and strategize for next? The big question I have for you today is, "What’s changed in your business – or life this year?" Change can affect us personally and our businesses in so many ways. And it obviously depends on what the change is! 4th Q is time to go “all-in” no matter what. Time to review three things: YES what progress have you made on your yearly goals? What 90-day goal did you make? Any progress? And, what’s changed this year? How has that affected your progress? Listen in as I share stories of what's changed for my clients and what's helping them as one ramps up and one slows down. We ALL need to take the time to review the year and make any necessary changes to be ready for the new year. I’d love to hear from you: What business you are in, and are you ramping UP or slowing DOWN? What changes have you gone through this year and how has it affected you and your business? Comment below or email me at Sandi@SandiBallard.com Thank you for listening and investing in you and your business and for sharing this podcast with others! Until next time, Stay BADASS Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #418: Welcome to the 4th Quarter!
09/30/2024
Podcast #418: Welcome to the 4th Quarter!
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome to another episode of "No More Excuses"! It’s the 4th quarter, people! We’re in the final stretch of the year. You know what that means—it’s make-or-break time. No more excuses, no more waiting for the "perfect moment." If you’re in business, now is the time to pull it all together and finish the year strong. In today’s episode, I dive into why the 4th quarter is so crucial for your business, how you can create momentum if you’ve been slacking a bit, and what strategies you need to focus on to crush your goals by year-end. The 4th Quarter is CRUCIAL!! Here’s the thing—how you approach the 4th quarter says a lot about how seriously you take your business. Think about it: the last three months of the year can often make or break your annual performance. Why? Because it’s the time where people are starting to evaluate where they stand, reflect on what they’ve achieved, and what they didn’t. The holiday season is coming up, which means increased consumer spending, more networking events, and greater opportunities to make those important connections that could push your business forward. If you’re feeling like you didn’t quite hit the mark in the first three quarters, don’t worry—this is your time for a comeback. You can still hit those yearly goals if you get laser-focused NOW. But if you’re just coasting and hoping things will magically come together, well... you’re in for a rude awakening. It's time to: REVIEW your goals RESET your focus FIND an accountability partner Yes, you'll have to listen in for more tips and examples!! Then share, what is YOUR 90-Day GOAL? Stay Badass! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #417: What Quadrant Do Your Tasks Fall In?
09/09/2024
Podcast #417: What Quadrant Do Your Tasks Fall In?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Here's another episode of No More Excuses! The last few episodes I’ve discussed "Mastering Workflow Management" With topics such as finding and implementing a good CRM system, workflow management, identifying key processes and learning how to map out your flow! Another way to “Master Workflow Management” is to Prioritize! In today's episode I talk about using the Eisenhower Matrix to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance. It splits your tasks up into quadrants. Quadrant 1: Urgent and Important (Do) Quadrant 2: Important and Less Urgent (Schedule) Quadrant 3: Urgent and Less Important (Delegate) Quadrant 4: Less Urgent and Less Important (Eliminate) Then I go on a rant about delegating! LOL! As a growing business owner, some times the tasks that you love to do, have just become a waste of time for you to do and that can be hard to let go of! Delegating is a game of TRUST & TRAINING! Listen in and then share how you prioritize, perhaps you've used this "quadrant" method and what you've learned to delegate and why! Until next time... STAY BADASS! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #416: What Does It Look Like?
08/19/2024
Podcast #416: What Does It Look Like?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses Podcast. In my last episode (#415), I had Soof Hirschmann on to talk about how a solid CRM is your secret weapon for growth and efficiency. But today, we’re going even deeper—into the heart of your business: Workflow Management. You might be thinking, "Workflow management? Sounds boring." Well, guess what? It’s the secret sauce to running a smooth, efficient, and scalable operation. We’re talking about slashing wasted time, cutting the crap, and making your processes lean and mean! Step 1: Identify Key Processes First things first, you’ve got to know what’s going on behind the scenes in your business. What are the core processes that keep your engine running? Your To-DO: Write down every major process you handle—whether it’s sales, marketing, customer service, or inventory management. I would suggest using those giant Post-It® notes! Listen in as I give you more tips and examples to help you see what your workflow even includes and then... Step 2: Map It Out Visualize your process. Don’t just leave it in your head. Any client I've done a strategy session with says the same thing: "Damn that looks different than it did it my head!" I just helped a client set up Trello to help her visualize her workflow, as well as manage all of the tasks she has in each "bucket" of revenue generators. And then.... Step 3: Evaluate Efficiency Automation is becoming a game-changer! Free yourself from the drudgery! The shit that is a time-suck! I'm really digging in and finding out how it can help me more. I've used some automation in the past, but I'm learning how it can allow me the time to dig deeper with my clients. Think about this: If you don’t want to do it or you can’t delegate it... AUTOMATE IT! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #415: Does Your CRM Work For You?
07/29/2024
Podcast #415: Does Your CRM Work For You?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the "No More Excuses" podcast. Here I empower you to build your business, boost your confidence, and achieve incredible success. Having more hours in the day is not going to happen, so it's crucial to learn how to improve your workflow management. It's all about streamlining your processes to help you work more efficiently and effectively, and by doing so, it can help improve your time management and, in a sense, help you "feel" like you've found those extra hours! As a coach, I'll help you identify what processes and procedures are broken or missing and strategize on how to – or who can help you – implement, repair or replace them. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing tips and strategies to optimize your workflow, but today, I want to introduce my guest – Soof Hirschmann! She's the owner of SoofCRM and is an amazing CRM expert. Listen in as Soof will discuss how CRM's [Customer Relationship Management] systems, can help you save time, money and your sanity by having a tracking system to better manage your prospecting, sales, projects and MORE! She'll share some of the CRM's she recommends and well, in my direct style, I'll tell you that there's No More Excuses to NOT find a system to help you! And to just contact Soof at to discuss your needs and she can help get you set up with the best system for you. The conclusion: You'll find those extra hours, increase productivity and profitability! And until next time, Stay BADASS! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #414: How Confident Are You?
07/15/2024
Podcast #414: How Confident Are You?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION! Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses." This is the podcast where we empower you to build your business, boost your confidence, and achieve incredible success. I'm your host, Sandi Ballard The BA Biz Coach, and today I'm diving into "The Confidence Blueprint for Business Success." In this episode, I'll explore actionable steps to help you build unshakable confidence, which is essential for driving your business forward and achieving your goals. Listen in as I also talk about how confidence is the backbone of any successful business venture. It’s not just about believing in yourself but also projecting that belief to others—clients, partners, and your team. I provide step-by-step ideas and give you easily implementable action tips to help you build the confidence you need to achieve your goals. For example, understanding that "knowledge is power", so keep learning! Small wins matter and that failure is always an opportunity to learn are part of the "blueprint" for SUCCESS and will help you build the confidence you need to succeed. Confidence isn’t just an internal feeling; it’s also about how you present yourself to the world – through body language, communication and building a support network. How have you built and KEPT your confidence going? What's affected yours and how did you recognize that it was? Have you helped someone else build or regain theirs? There will be days that take a HUGE HIT at your confidence, and then days you feel like a ROCK STAR! It happens. SHIT happens. Keep that in mind and don't let a little "shit storm" completely deplete yours! I hope you will keep these tips handy and follow me on social media to dig in even deeper! And PLEASE share comments, tips, confidence issues you've had in the comments or email me at Listen in for a deeper dive into those tips and the steps you can make to TAKE ACTION... TODAY! Until next time… stay BADASS! Cheers! Sandi
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Podcast #413: How Has Fear F#CKED You?
07/08/2024
Podcast #413: How Has Fear F#CKED You?
HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION Welcome back to another episode of the No More Excuses podcast In these podcasts, I tell it like it is, give you tips, share stories and get you motivated to grow both personally and professionally and run your business like a BADASS! In my last podcast I shared my story of how I failed to create a PLAN to achieve my goals. How I had my big A-ha moment and how I turned my WISHES into GOALS and got “From There to Here” … which happens to be the title of my first book! And today, I want to share what I realized during my A-ha moment. I realized FEAR was what was holding me back! FEAR! Yes, me! The BADASS Business Coach™ was full of fear! In my book I share quite a few stories how fear had FUCKED me. During my "why me" phase, I asked myself, “Where did all this fear come from and how did I allow it to get its nails so deep into me? And why am I blaming others for my lack of achieving my goals? And that’s the point of my first book… and the podcasts: to share where I was and how I worked through my own personal shit show and got my shit together! It was time to set the fears aside. I had a great realization of who I have been and then it was time to decide who I wanted to become. The BADASS Business Coach™! What about you? Listen in as I share the 3 questions to ask yourself and then really dig into it! The WHAT and WHY of where you are today! If you knew you were going to die tomorrow, could you say you are happy and have no regrets? Don't worry! I've been there. It happens. And it's NOT too late! Listen in and do the activity and email me what you discover! Or, if you'd like help: I'm facilitating two FREE group DEEP DIVE sessions. Sign up on my website: Cheers! Sandi PS: Prefer a private session? Sign up for that here: https://tidycal.com/coachsandi/goal-setting-session
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