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Mary Baird, CSEP - Creative Entrepreneur, Business Coach and Undercover Superhero has one goal in mind...to simplify your life. Each episode breaks down topics in business + life and SIMPLIFIES them! Interviewing smart people from all over the world, we will discover new insights, simple action items and spark fresh ideas to help you DO. THE. THING! in an educational, informational and entertaining way. Cash flow, simplified. Productivity, simplified. Becoming a vegan, simplified. Sort my life out, simplified. Whether you're just starting a small business or seeking simplicity and clarity in a NOISY world, tune in for advice and inspiration on creativity, marketing, mindset, branding, fear, motivation, sales, wellness and deep contentment. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday, for simplicity sake.

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    How to use people data to win executive buy-in - with Kelly Timpane

    Right now, HR leaders are being asked to do more than ever. They're expected to solve complex people problems. Guide change. Improve culture. Support the business. And increasingly, they're being asked to prove it all with data. But here's the challenge. Having the data is one thing. Knowing how to use it is another. Because if you can't turn people data into a clear story that matters to executives, even the best ideas can get stuck. Not because they're wrong. But because the business case wasn't strong enough. My special guest today is Kelly Timpane, and she's simplifying how to use people data to win executive buy-in. Here's how. My special guest today is Kelly Timpane and she's simplifying how to use people data to win executive buy-in. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: How to define "people data" in a simple, practical way, especially for those new to HR analytics. Why people data is only useful if it's accurate, trustworthy, and strong enough to support decision-making, especially when AI is involved. How to structure a presentation to your executive leadership team so it's concise, compelling, and more likely to earn a yes: Problem Impact Solution ROI The biggest mistake HR leaders make when trying to get executive buy-in for a new idea or initiative. And which metrics matter most when making the case for new HR technology versus a people, culture, or employee experience initiative, and how to tie it all back to business impact. Q: Are you wanting to learn how to use your people data to win executive buy-in? If yes, this one is for you. It's time to #DoTheThing! ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/417-how-to-use-people-data-to-win-executive-buy-in---with-kelly-timpane

    44 min
  2. You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    2 DAYS AGO ·  BONUS

    You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    Introducing Parenting Expert Emily Oster: The #1 Parenting Mistake That Causes Unnecessary Stress (Use THIS Data-Backed Framework to Debunk the Biggest Parenting Myths!) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Parenting today feels like navigating endless advice while quietly wondering if you’re doing any of it right. Jay sits down with bestselling author and economist Emily Oster to unpack one of the most overwhelming journeys many people will ever face: becoming a parent. In a world filled with endless advice, social media pressure, and conflicting research, parenting can start to feel like a test you’re constantly failing. Emily offers a refreshing, data-driven perspective that helps parents cut through the noise, separating real evidence from the myths that fuel unnecessary anxiety. From pregnancy and fertility to sleep training and screen time, this conversation reveals what truly matters and what parents can finally let go of. Together, Jay and Emily challenge many of the parenting beliefs we’ve accepted without question. They explore why modern parents feel so overwhelmed by information and expectations, when the data actually shows there are many “right” ways to raise a child. Emily breaks down how correlation is often mistaken for causation in parenting advice and how that misunderstanding quietly drives guilt, fear, and comparison. Whether it’s breastfeeding versus formula, screen time, sleep training, or developmental milestones, Emily encourages parents to move away from perfection and toward confident, thoughtful decision-making. In this episode you'll learn: How to Stop Overthinking Parenting Decisions How to Decide What Parenting Advice to Ignore How to Choose the Sleep Strategy That Works for Your Family How to Raise Kids with a Growth Mindset How to Plan Parenting Decisions Before Problems Arise How to Let Go of the Pressure to Parent Perfectly Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially in a world filled with endless advice, opinions, and expectations. The truth is, raising a child isn’t about getting every small decision perfectly right, it’s about showing up with love, care, and intention, day after day. Emily’s book, Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know, offers guidance through pregnancy and motherhood. Grab a copy now. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here.  Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast  What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Why Does Parenting Feel Harder Today? 04:06 What the Data Really Says About Parenting 05:24 Don’t Trust This Fertility Advice! 07:56 What Affects Sperm Health 09:51 Lifestyle Habits That Affect Fertility 12:26 Are Antidepressants Safe During Pregnancy? 15:02 Which Pregnancy Rules Actually Matter (And Which Don’t) 18:25 When Is the Best Age to Have Kids? 21:56 Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked 31:19 How Dads Can Support After Birth 34:09 What’s Actually Best for the Baby? 36:51 More Parenting and Pregnancy Myths 44:20 How to Deal With Mom Guilt 47:55 How to Raise Confident Kids 54:28 Parenting Decisions That Cause Stress 56:27 The Truth About Sleep Training 01:02:03 Does Crying It Out Harm Attachment? 01:04:12 How Much Screen Time Is Too Much? 01:09:40 The Truth About Childhood Vaccines 01:12:02 Are Kids Being Overmedicated? 01:14:35 The Many Paths to Parenthood 01:16:49 This or That: Parenting Edition 01:24:31 Emily on Final Five Episode Resources: Website | https://parentdata.org/  Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/emily.oster.509/  Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/profemilyoster  LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/parentdata  TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@profemilyoster  X | https://x.com/ProfEmilyOster  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 7 APR ·  BONUS

    How to #dothething (guided visualization)

    Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to #dothething. (It's a hashtag because it's an action statement!) Especially when you don't feel fully ready yet. Especially when fear is whispering in your ear. Especially when doubt, hesitation, or perfectionism starts creeping in. Because doing the thing is not about having it all figured out first. It's about choosing courage. It's about trusting the next step. It's about taking action anyway. Maybe the thing for you is going for a walk. Making the call. Pitching the idea at work. Having the hard conversation. Laying down the boundary. Saying hell yes. Or no thank you. Whatever your thing is… today's episode is for you. So, how does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers. Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to #dothething. You can do this, I believe in you. It's time to SIMPLIFY. Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/b168-how-to-dothething-guided-visualization

    20 min

  4. 31 MAR

    How to be a positive changemaker - with Catherine Alonzo

    Right now, a lot of people are feeling overwhelmed. At work. At home. In the world around them. Things feel heavy. Uncertain. Bigger than any one person can fix. And when everything feels this hard, it's easy to wonder… is this just the reality now? Is it hopeless? Or is it still possible to create positive change? My special guest today is Catherine Alonzo, and she's simplifying how to be a positive changemaker. Here's how. My special guest today is Catherine Alonzo and she's simplifying how to be a positive changemaker.  We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: Why this moment feels so overwhelming right now, both personally and professionally, and how her trifecta of change helps explain what we're experiencing. Where her own drive to make change comes from, and how that shaped the changemaker and leader she has become. The four tools every changemaker needs: vision, action, core values, and conviction. What "your five yards" means, and how to figure out the part you are meant to carry forward right now. And how to keep going when change feels hard, especially when you're facing burnout, imposter syndrome, setbacks, or the fear that your efforts are too small to matter. Q: Are you wanting to learn how to be a positive changemaker? If yes, this one is for you. It's time to #DoTheThing! ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/416-how-to-be-a-positive-changemaker---with-catherine-alonzo

    47 min

  5. 24 MAR

    How to build micro-cultures that boost performance - with Bruce Mayhew

    When people hear the word culture, they often think of something big. Something set at the top. Something shaped by company values, leadership retreats, or a mission statement on the wall. But culture doesn't only live at the organizational level. It gets built much closer to the ground. In the day-to-day interactions between a manager and their team. In the habits of a small group. In the trust, clarity, and behavior patterns people experience every single day. Because whether leaders realize it or not, they are constantly shaping small team environments that directly affect performance. My special guest today is Bruce Mayhew, and he's simplifying how to build micro-cultures that boost performance. Here's how. My special guest today is Bruce Mayhew and he's simplifying how to build micro-cultures that boost performance.  We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: What a micro-culture is, and why most organizations underestimate its impact. The difference between culture by design and culture by default. Why culture is built locally through everyday relationships between two people or small teams. Why trust matters more than chemistry when building strong teams, and what leaders should focus on instead of personality fit. Why becoming a people leader should be an intentional choice, not just the default next step in someone's career. And how leaders can support healthy micro-cultures, build loyalty, and lead with integrity without over-controlling the team. Q: Are you needing to learn how to build micro-cultures that boost performance? If yes, this one is for you. It's time to #DoTheThing! ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/415-how-to-build-micro-cultures-that-boost-performance---with-bruce-mayhew

    39 min
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About

Mary Baird, CSEP - Creative Entrepreneur, Business Coach and Undercover Superhero has one goal in mind...to simplify your life. Each episode breaks down topics in business + life and SIMPLIFIES them! Interviewing smart people from all over the world, we will discover new insights, simple action items and spark fresh ideas to help you DO. THE. THING! in an educational, informational and entertaining way. Cash flow, simplified. Productivity, simplified. Becoming a vegan, simplified. Sort my life out, simplified. Whether you're just starting a small business or seeking simplicity and clarity in a NOISY world, tune in for advice and inspiration on creativity, marketing, mindset, branding, fear, motivation, sales, wellness and deep contentment. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday, for simplicity sake.

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  • Creator
    Mary Baird, PHR
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Simplifiers Worldwide (UK) Ltd + The Simplifiers LLC (US)
  • Show Website
    The Simplifiers Podcast

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