

Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship
Optimal Living Daily | Dan W.
Optimal Work Daily, presented by the experienced narrator Dan, is a podcast that focuses on enhancing productivity, creativity, and work-life balance. Dan provides clear and engaging narration of thought-provoking articles from leading experts in the fields of work, career development, productivity, and entrepreneurship.Optimal Work Daily is an ideal resource for professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to maximize their potential in the workplace. The podcast's diverse range of topics, from time management strategies to fostering creativity, provides valuable insights for enhancing performance and achieving career satisfaction, making it a must-listen as you strive to excel in your professional life.Whether you're aiming to advance your career, boost productivity, or delve into entrepreneurship, Optimal Work Daily offers practical advice and inspiration. Each episode focuses on work, career, productivity, and entrepreneurship, providing you with the tools needed to thrive professionally. Dan's engaging narration and the podcast's insightful content make it an essential daily listen for those dedicated to career growth and success.This podcast is designed for those passionate about work, career, productivity, and entrepreneurship. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on enhancing your work performance, advancing your career, and exploring entrepreneurship. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster productivity and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of work, career, productivity, and entrepreneurship in achieving your goals.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Jan 13, 2023 • 9min
835: Do You Create Plans That Would Require an Android to Execute By Steve Pavlina
Steve Pavlina asks if you create plans that would require an android to executeEpisode 835: Do You Create Plans That Would Require an Android to Execute By Steve PavlinaSteve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows.The original post is located here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/02/do-you-create-plans-that-would-require-an-android-to-execute/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12, 2023 • 12min
834: A New Startup Called Fomo - Should I Invest In It? By Mike Smerklo
Mike Smerklo talks about FOMO and entrepreneurshipEpisode 834: A New Startup Called Fomo - Should I Invest In It? By Mike SmerkloMike Smerklo is an experienced entrepreneur, investor and business leader driven by the desire to turn ideas into reality. Having bought and scaled a small business into a publicly traded company worth nearly a billion dollars in value, he has a deep understanding of the hard work, dedication and grit that truly powers successful entrepreneurship. Today, as the co-founder and managing director of Next Coast Ventures, Smerklo is a champion for a new generation of entrepreneurs building disruptive companies in big markets. His new book, Mr. Monkey and Me (Scribe Media, Nov. 17 2020), is a “real talk” guide for entrepreneurs who want to cut through the noise to cultivate a mindset that supports greatness.The original post is located here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/a-new-startup-called-fomoshould-i-invest-in-it/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 2023 • 8min
833: How Hobbies Kick Burnout and Fuel Creativity by Julie Morgenstern
Julie Morgenstern talks about how hobbies kick burnout and fuel creativityEpisode 833: How Hobbies Kick Burnout and Fuel Creativity by Julie MorgensternJulie Morgenstern is an organizing & productivity consultant, New York Times best-selling author, and speaker. For over 30 years, Julie has been teaching people all around the world and at all stages of life how to overcome disorganization to achieve their goals. Her mission is to free each individual to make their unique contribution to the world – by helping them design their own systems for managing time and space that feel natural and are easy to maintain. This Inside Out approach to organizing everything gives readers, listeners, and clients the energy and knowledge they need to get (and stay) organized.The original post is located here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2022/1/19/how-hobbies-kick-burnout-and-fuel-creativity Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 2023 • 8min
832: Funding: What Investors Look For by Sarah Dusek
Sarah Dusek of Enygma Ventures talks about what investors look forEpisode 832: Funding: What Investors Look For by Sarah DusekSarah Dusek is Co-Founder of Under Canvas; the leading US adventure-hospitality company offering luxurious glamping accommodations just minutes from America’s most popular and iconic national parks. In 2017, under Sarah’s leadership Under Canvas received a spot on the coveted Inc. 5000 list and Sarah was named to the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women list from Ernst & Young. Under Canvas has set an unprecedented new standard in ecological development while also re-defining experiential hospitality in a meaningful way.Sarah believes passionately in empowering women to reach their full potential and enabling them to grow in their leadership. This commitment extends to her broader mission to help grow scalable, sustainable businesses that have the power to transform communities, cities and nations. 2019 marks the launch of Enygma Ventures, a private investment fund focused on investing in women-led businesses in Southern Africa. The original post can be found here: https://www.enygmaventures.com/news/funding-what-investors-look-forVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 9, 2023 • 9min
831: [Part 2] Don’t Build an Empire, Find a Few Friends Who Care by Jeff Goins
Jeff Goins of Goins Writer encourages you to find a few friends who care instead of building an empire. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 831: [Part 2] Don’t Build an Empire, Find a Few Friends Who Care by Jeff GoinsJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/care/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 8, 2023 • 10min
830: [Part 1] Don’t Build an Empire, Find a Few Friends Who Care by Jeff Goins
Jeff Goins of Goins Writer encourages you to find a few friends who care instead of building an empire. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 830: [Part 1] Don’t Build an Empire, Find a Few Friends Who Care by Jeff GoinsJeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. On his blog, he shares his thoughts on writing, life, and creative work.The original post is located here: https://goinswriter.com/care/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 2023 • 8min
829: How To Become Self-Employed And See Lots Of Success by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents talks about how to become self-employed and see lots of successEpisode 829: How To Become Self-Employed And See Lots Of Success by Michelle Schroeder-GardnerMichelle Schroeder-Gardner created Making Sense of Cents in order to help improve her own finances. With diligence, she was able to pay off $38,000 in student debt in 7 months, kept track of progress, and helped readers along the way. She's currently touring North America and living out of an RV. You can learn more about her and see her monthly income reports at MakingSenseOfCents.com.The original post is located here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2015/10/how-to-become-self-employed.html Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 6, 2023 • 10min
828: Make Sure Your Content Isn’t Just More Noise AND Consistent PR Strategy Keeps You Top of Mind by Janice Beetle
Janice Beetle with Breakfast Leadership shares two short posts covering why you should make valuable content and why it's helpful to have a consistent PR strategyEpisode 828: Make Sure Your Content Isn’t Just More Noise AND Consistent PR Strategy Keeps You Top of Mind by Janice BeetleMichael Levitt is the founder & Chief Burnout Officer of The Breakfast Leadership Network, a San Diego and Toronto-based burnout media firm. He is a Certified NLP and CBT Therapist, and is one of the world's leading authorities in burnout recovery and prevention. He is also a Fortune 500 consultant, #1 bestselling author, and host of the Breakfast Leadership Show, a top 200 podcast on iTunes. He is a 2x Top 20 Global Thought Leader on Culture with Thinkers360. He is a former Healthcare executive, CIO, and CFO overseeing $ 2 Billion budgets, so he’s seen and done it all.The original posts are located here: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/make-sure-your-content-isnt-just-more-noise & https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/consistent-pr-strategy-keeps-you-top-of-mind Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5, 2023 • 9min
827: 10 Traits All Successful Entrepreneurs Have in Common by Michael Gilmore
Kalen Bruce of Money Mini Blog shares 10 traits all successful entrepreneurs have in commonEpisode 827: 10 Traits All Successful Entrepreneurs Have in Common by Michael GilmoreKalen Bruce is the founder of MoneyMiniBlog. His story is simple… he and his wife were $24,000 in debt and became a student of finances to get out. They are now debt-free and building wealth. Kalen shares everything he has learned on his blog, writing informative, entertaining, mini blogs to help you with your finances. Finances can be intimidating, so he keeps his posts short, sweet, and simple.The original post is located here: https://moneyminiblog.com/productivity/successful-entrepreneur-traits/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 4, 2023 • 12min
826: 10 Things to Know - Growing Your Direct-to-Consumer Business. A Guide for Brands by Antonella Pisani
Antonella Pisani shares what to know about growing your direct-to-consumer businessEpisode 826: 10 Things to Know - Growing Your Direct-to-Consumer Business. A Guide for Brands by Antonella PisaniAntonella brings more than 24 years of digital experience with a focus on e-commerce leadership and digital marketing. Prior to starting Eyeful, she held VP and SVP roles at companies including Proflowers, Guitar Center, JCPenney, and Fossil. Antonella is an avid traveler and photographer, with a particular passion for visiting places off the beaten path including Antarctica, Easter Island, Bhutan and the Arctic. She is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and knows enough French and Italian to get by with locals. She’s based in Dallas, TX, and is a member of both The North Texas Food Bank Advisory Council, and the Dwell with Dignity Board of Directors.The original post can be found here: https://www.eyefulmedia.com/press/grow-your-direct-to-consumer-business-a-guide-for-brandsVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


