74: It's The Small Things That Cause Big Transformation b Cause Work Doesn't Have to Suck

We're all so programmed to do all the things. And do them quickly. But what might happen if you slow the ef down and give yourself permission to focus on small things? Hint: you'd see BIG transformation. In your work and in your life. This week Erin and Nicole do a deep dive check-in on how Erin's TEDx Talk is coming along (live on October 10th!), and what they find are so many lessons learned that can be applied to all of career and life.  They kick off the episode talking about how broken Nicole Licata Grant feels right now. Well, mostly her computer.  They share their WTF moments of the week, which have happy endings and...happy dead people?! Erin Hatzikostas loses the diamond on her wedding ring, and Nicole receives a mystery package from a distant family (well, sorta) member.  Do you listen to the universe? Do you think it has an energy? Erin and Nicole discuss what they think on the topic, and what signs they've been sent recently.  Nicole tells a story of visiting a medium, and what her grandmother wants to tell her from beyond the grave.  Erin discusses the process of applying to do a TED Talk - how persistency, overcoming rejection, and practice, is key. She talks about how to logistically get through the talk and the writing process. Erin shares what she learned about herself and the process...and how that applies to so much more than preparing a TED Talk! Nicole links into some of Erin's advice on writing by reflecting on her future diary, and how she feels she may have written it with too much focus on what other people would want her to be doing. So, Erin asks her, if she could pick one thing, what would she change?   They then discuss how to focus on the small things that matter to you, and how you shouldn't always focus on the big things in life, because it's the small things that will be the tipping point for bigger transformation.  Nicole talks about her issue with the current lack of human interaction, and how she feels uncomfortable with the idea that people will get used to seeing each other less, and more used to a virtual world without in-person interaction. Though, maybe this is a projection of her feelings towards the Virtual Baby Shower she has to attend.  Either way, Erin has some ideas to save the day, and if you our listeners have any ideas, send them in too! If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration! Here are some options... Check out the b BRILLIANT career coaching program @   b Cause Podcast Facebook group @   We even sare more crazy stuff here (you probably thought that was impossible). Take our simple, fun and insightful "What Kind of Dog Are You At Work?" by going to   We have so much fun stuff going on...we wouldn't want you to miss out - join the authenticity movement and our community by adding your email just about anywhere @   Check out our blog for more of our no-BS career advice @   We have fun and inspiring t-shirts @ DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.  Tweetable Comments: "Your shit is broken. You're broken. Everything is broken." "I'm really good at deflecting." "I'm Italian. I can't talk without my hands. If you tied them down, I'd probably be quiet." "She's the third wife of my mom's first cousin's first husband." "Persistency is key." "We run this Compromise Calculation, where you see this inverse correlation between your career and everything else." "You see people on the big stage, but it's the Mondays and Tuesdays that make the good speakers. It's the practice." "I think I need to go through a healing process." "My perfect day needs to be very quiet." "It's not the big things that make things tip. It's the small things that cause big transformation." "A good laugh goes a long way." "The fact that we're getting lazy about making human interactions s not healthy." "I'm going to maximize the shit out of these festivities." "Even