The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux

"If the average person just more consistently did what they already know they'd be healthier, happier, and be making more money." – Brian Moran Brian Moran the New York Times bestselling author of "The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months" is going to share how to get more done in less time. He will take us into this execution system he developed while also sharing easy to implement time management strategies. He also connects the dots back to why it is important to create our life vision so we can structure our time and goals around that vision. You will learn tactical steps that you can use today to move closer to the life you desire. Loved this conversation so much! Tune in now and you can access the show notes with resources at thegoodlifecoach.com/160. Join my weekly Newsletter to get more tips and inspiration to design a life you love and you'll get a free copy of my book by the same name! There are 52 inspirations - one for every week of the year! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why the 12 week year is an execution system and how that helps you get more done in less time. Why it's not enough to know. "You have to execute. Knowledge is only powerful if you act on it." Get out of the annual environment. With this program, you are going to stop after 12 weeks and that is your year. Measure your success or failure and measure the progress and then go again. It's a fluid process. You can use this professionally or personally. You can do anything for 12 weeks and then decide is that somethingI want to do again. Your vision is you're why. Your goals NEED to align with the vision. At the goal level, know the difference between goals and tactics and outcomes and actions. The actions we have control over. Goals are outcomes. Make sure at the goal level that is measurable – it's an outcome. Determine what are the most important actions. Most plans are conceptual not tactical. You need to spell out the specific actions and focus on "less is more". Stay connected to your vision by putting the longer term vision in front of you – laminate a card you can look at every day. Create visual reminders. The difference between a habit and routine is key. Ex, going to the gym is a routine not a habit and routines are what drive success. How you begin and end your day needs a routine. The key is to start off positive. End your day with gratitude. How to manage time. Time blocking – 3 core blocks: A. Strategic Block -3 hours blocked during the week. No interruptions – working on the business not in the business. THIS CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE. B. Buffer Blocks – these are designed to deal with the emails/low level stuff. Ex, I return calls between 4-5pm. Don't check your emails when they come in. Block time in to address it. C. Break out blocks – schedule time away from work to do something just for you to recharge. The Four Disciplines of the 12 Week Year Vision – You have to know what you want. Planning – You have to ask – "What matters most?" Execution – Then ask, "Am I doing it?" Measurement – "Is it producing?" RESOURCES MENTIONED The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months – Brian's NYTimes best-selling book https://12weekyear.com/ – Brian's website and more resources Michele on Instagram ABOUT TODAY'S GUEST: Brian Moran, President and Founder of The 12 Week Year, has thirty plus years of expertise as a corporate executive, entrepreneur, consultant and coach. Brian is a recognized expert in the field of leadership and execution. His realization that most people don't lack ideas, but struggle with effective implementation led him to the development of 'The 12 Week Year'. His client list includes industry leaders like Allstate, Aon, Becton Dickinson, Dunkin' Brands, Keller Williams, Mass Mutual, Medtronic, Merrill Lynch, Meritage Homes, Nationwide, New York Life, Papa Johns Pizza, Prudential State Farm and Taylor Made just to name a few. Brian resides in Michigan with his wife Judy and two daughters.

Would you like to invite in more abundance? Do you believe you can shift your energy in order to manifest money? Do you struggle with self-worth and feel that is your block to gaining wealth? These are just some of the areas we cover today with Polly Alexandre, money coach and intuitive healer, who overcame decades of self-limiting beliefs about money to become a multi-six figure entrepreneur who shares her powerful insights internationally. Soulful conversation with many tactical tips in this episode. All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/159

Navigating the challenges of life requires support. Two years of living through this pandemic created another level of needing meaningful connection. Deborah Heiser, is on the show to discuss how to cultivate a true support system of women to champion you in your business and personal life. Deborah is an Applied Developmental Psychologist and this is a must listen for all women. Be sure to share it with a friend. All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/158. Sign up for weekly inspiration while on my website. Look forward to connecting!

Using proper etiquette is very important in relating to others but something we aren't always sure how to navigate. Jacqueline Whitmore, International Etiquette expert is going to help us with etiquette tips for traveling during the holidays and how to handle difficult conversations during this polarized time where even family and friends aren't on the same page. She also explains how to greet people when heading back to work events or at the office and even how to raise kind children. If you want to bring kindness and your best self to these situations, you'll want to tune into to this conversation. I particularly appreciated Jacqueline's definition of etiquette as it goes way beyond which fork to use. Tune in now. The show notes and freebie mentioned are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/157

Are your closets cluttered? Do you have plenty of clothes but nothing to wear that you are excited to put on? Would you like help getting organized so you can get ready easily and feel more in control of what you are putting on? If you answered yes to any of these questions, or you simply enjoy learning more organizing techniques, then you will love this interview with Geralin Thomas. Geralin is a naturally gifted professional organizer. For 19 years, she's helped people around the world get organized and become more productive so they can pursue their passions. You may have seen Geralin on the Emmy nominated television show, Hoarders, where she worked in some of America's most cluttered homes. She is the author of Decluttering Your Home: Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets, and is a wealth of information. The show notes and links mentioned are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/156

If you want to live a more meaningful life, then you'll want to tune in to learn from Terri Trespicio. She teaches us how to get unstuck and reframe the idea of following our passion to unfollowing our passion! Why? Terri believes that we don't follow our passion, rather it follows us. We dive into her soon to be released book, Unfollow Your Passion, How to Create a Life that Matters to You. Terri is an award-winning writer, speaker, and brand advisor. Her TEDx talk, "Stop Searching for Your Passion" has surpassed more than 7 million views and she was named by Hubspot as one of the "Top 18 female speakers who are killing it" (she came in at #2—Oprah was #8), and one of the world's leading creatives by Creative Boom magazine. The show notes are at https://thegoodlifecoach.com/155

Mark Metry lived most of his life with social anxiety and not only overcame it, but has learned how to thrive. He hit such a low that he considered taking his life until he realized that all of his pain may actually be a gift that he can help others overcome. With over 15 million people suffering from social anxiety, Mark shares what he has learned about how to own your voice and be your authentic self. Mark hosts the Social Anxiety Society podcast and is the author of Screw Being Shy: Learn How to Manage Social Anxiety and Be Yourself in Front of Anyone! If you or someone you know suffers from social anxiety, this interview is for you. All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/154

Dr. Sara Gottfried, New York Times best-selling author of numerous books geared to empower women with the information they need to live healthier lives joins us to shed light on the relationship between our hormones and food. We discuss her most recent book, Women, Food, and Hormones: A 4-Week Plan to Achieve Hormonal Balance, Lose Weight, and Feel Like Yourself Again. If you want to understand your hormones and how to be healthy, strong, and to create balance in your life – you are going to love this conversation! All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/153. While on the show notes page, I'd love for you to join our community. You'll receive more inspiration and tips to love yourself and your life. You'll get a FREE copy of Michele's Book, Design a Life You Love.

Twenty years since 9/11, Kushal Choksi a survivor of that horrific event believes that everyone has or will have their own 9/11 experience which inevitably forces one to ask bigger life questions. For Kushal, one major shift was when he challenged his belief that life is about moving up the corporate ladder. In this thoughtful and inspiring interview, Kushal shares his memory of living through 9/11 in NYC and how it took him on a quest that turned inward and forever changed his life. If you want to learn the benefits of a spiritual path - even if you are reluctant - you will learn something from this conversation that could perhaps change your life. All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/152 While on the show notes page, I'd love for you to join our community. You'll receive more inspiration and tips to love yourself and your life. You'll get a FREE copy of Michele's Book, Design a Life You Love

Deeannah Seymour, the Founder of pH-D® Feminine Health is back on the show to share a female entrepreneur's perspective on how to tap into your inner wisdom to let it guide you towards a life and business you love. Too often women are riddled with self doubt and as Deeannah says in this interview - "How many women are sitting on a million dollar idea that they aren't acting on?" We discuss how your inner voice (both the wise knowing part and the parts that want to hold you back) speak to you and how to amplify and get connected to the wise voice while quieting the doubting mind. If you are feeling stuck and looking to lean into faith, then you'll love this week's interview! All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/151. While on the show notes page, I'd love for you to join our community. When you do, you'll get a FREE copy of my book, Design a Life You Love