Make It Matter: Strategies for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses Owners to Have More Impact

In this episode of the Make it Matter Podcast – today we get some wisdom from some true experts in our field. And by field, we mean a literal field full of dogs.

Seriously, don't underestimate a dog's brilliance. Chiat Day is one of the most successful agencies in the world, and they live by this motto: "be more human (and if in doubt) be more dog."

What can dogs actually teach us about the right way to live and do business?

Welcome to episode 8 of the Make it Matter Podcast – today we have a very serious conversation about Play and how it can shift the creative atmosphere in your business. Let’s get to work!

“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” If you’ve seen The Shining, you already understand the value of Play. But hopefully, today’s podcast will help reinforce the ways it can actually increase creativity and even productivity in your business.

Last time we talked about the importance of Giving – today we discuss another counter-intuitive value: PLAY. Feels like a good follow-up, since it requires us to essentially give time to something that might look like a waste. BUT like giving, we believe if done correctly, play can unlock your thinking in ways that positively affect your bottom line.

• Set the mood
• Trick your brain
• The ZONE

Also, we’re inspired by this quote by LP Jacks from his book, Education through recreation” so we will wrap up this podcast with this...

“A master in the art of living draws no sharp distinction between his work and his play, his labour and his leisure, his mind and his body, his education and his recreation. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence through whatever he is doing and leaves others to determine whether he is working or playing. To himself, he always seems to be doing both.”

LP Jacks

References:

• Changing Educational Paradigms: https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_changing_education_paradigms
• Finding Neverland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5_AOB9eCDM
• Golf Professionals having fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89P3ZiDkGeA
• Education through Recreation: https://books.google.com/books/about/Education_Through_Recreation.html?id=fsdEAAAAIAAJ
• Flow: https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=flow+book&qid=1584649808&sr=8-1

Contact Us:

• Website: https://bosmediagroup.com
• Say hello and record a message to us: https://bosmediagroup.com/sayhello
• Give: https://bosmediagroup.com/give

Thank you!

Welcome to episode 14 of the Make it Matter Podcast – today's podcast gets "in tents" as we talk about the business principles that can be derived from a little time in the wild.

What could roughing in nature possibly teach you about business? You might be surprised – Hanju's been on the road lately, and what he's learned could make a huge difference in your company.

"All I need to know about business I learned from camping." What tools for your work can you actually find outside of the office?

• Point #1: "Be prepared" Preparation is harder than you think. The time to trick out the van, the sink, the packing, the food, the cleanup. I thought it would be peaceful but we were actually busy non-stop. The lesson: expect it to be tough. (Worst thought you can have: "this is going to be easy." Totally counterproductive thinking.) You're not doing something wrong just because it's hard.
• Point #2: "Be pioneering" Always ready for the adventure. Makes work fun and new, and helps you solve problems with a fresh perspective. (Divergent Thinking). The lesson? "Life finds a way."
• Point #3: "Be present" - Never miss a sunset.

We really do think that getting out there, away from the daily norm, definitely gives you a new perspective. And I really like how Bru broke it down. Be Prepared, Be Pioneering and Be present. The 3P’s. What a great lesson for all of us. And even those of us that just do not camp...and don’t have any desire to. That’s okay. No need to as long as you find your own way to step out and learn to see things a bit differently. It will bring more clarity, creativity, and even courage to shift from the grind. Those are my 3 C’s. I was inspired to come up with my own 3 C’s. Well, thanks for listening, everyone, and you know what? We would love to hear from you, so, just leave us a comment on the iTunes review or contact us directly by going to https://bosmediagroup.com/sayhello We added a record button on there so you can send us by voice, a question, a comment, or a shoutout, whatever you want. We might even play it on this podcast. So, in the meantime, thank you so much for listening, and remember to always MAKE IT MATTER. Bye for now.

In the first three episodes, we’ve talked about doing some deep thinking about your story. You may have thought, “That’s great, but I don’t have time for that - I’m too busy doing business!” If that’s you, please listen: this episode is for you.

The world we live in is in a massive rush, and we don’t have to know you to say: You’re too busy. It may sound counterintuitive or even Impossible, but the hurry has to stop.

At BOS Media Group, we believe in making your business more personal, but this CANNOT happen in a rush. Hurrying will threaten your most relationships and undermine the creative thinking that supports your most fruitful work. You have to SLOW DOWN.

References:

• Read Solitude and Leadership: http://bit.ly/37H6rzc
• Book 1: An Unhurried Life by Alan Fadling https://amzn.to/2R2a7Vs
• Book 2: The Life You've Always Wanted by John Ortberg https://amzn.to/2T6OvKi

We would also love to hear from you, so, just leave us a comment on the iTunes review or contact us directly by going to https://bosmediagroup.com In the meantime, thank you so much for listening and remember to always MAKE IT MATTER.

Welcome to episode 3 of the Make it Matter Podcast. Last time we talked about the importance of your story – in this episode, we’ll talk about how that story can drive everything you do.

There are too many businesses that just allow stuff to happen to them, like a boat drifting in the ocean. Our phrase for 2019 “True North” – it’s a reminder to keep your work aligned to what really matters.

When your story is driving you, you know what to say “No” to – the distractions that can derail progress and ultimately ruin you. You’ll also learn to say “Yes” to clients and projects that bring you to life and keep you in your sweet spot.

Distractions will start writing the story for you.

The more you’re in touch with your unique story, the more strategic you can be in how you make decisions and focus your energy on what you do best. Here are some thoughts...

• Point #1: Your story helps you say No. Beware: Distractions will ruin you.
• Point #2: Your story helps you say Yes. Knowing which clients to hire and projects to take on (plus not being afraid to fire customers - like the Southwest story).
• Point #3: Your story helps you find your unique sweet spot.

What makes you different makes you powerful.

To summarize, you don’t need to look for answers in a business book...let your life speak. Your story will teach you to say no to distractions and Yes to the most fruitful way to work.

Links:

• Who we are: https://bosmediagroup.com
• Great article for reference: https://hbr.org/2005/01/whats-your-story