Happy Productive: Business Growth Fueled by Freedom & Adventure

Jennifer Dawn
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Ready to break free from the grind and build a business that fuels your freedom, fun, and impact? On Happy Productive, we dive into adventure-driven business growth with expert strategies, tough-love coaching, and inspiring stories that will help you scale smart, lead with confidence, and create a life you love. Tune in for actionable insights, personal growth, and a little adventure along the way! Learn more at www.jenniferdawncoaching.com

  1. 3 SEPT

    Healthy Relationships for Business Success: Why Your Personal Life Matters with Ann Parnes

    Your business doesn’t exist in a vacuum. The quality of your relationships affects your happiness, energy, and ability to succeed. This week on the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer Dawn sits down with Ann Parnes, a former attorney who became a coach and national matchmaker, to talk about why personal connections matter so much for entrepreneurs. They discuss: Why loneliness can harm your health and your business How to know if your emotional walls are blocking connection The difference between wants and true needs in relationships Why investing in your relationship is as important as investing in your business Episode Timestamps: 00:43 — Welcome & reconnecting with Ann Parnes 01:50 — From attorney to matchmaker 03:03 — Matchmaking for busy entrepreneurs 05:28 — Why strong relationships fuel success 07:19 — Wired for connection & attachment styles 09:29 — How to recognize and lower emotional walls 12:28 — Jennifer’s story: healing through therapy 16:23 — Relationship retreats & growth practices 18:31 — Growth mindset in love and business 19:52 — Getting clear on values and needs 21:24 — Navigating relationships in midlife 22:44 — Where to find Ann Parnes & AfterHello.com 23:45 — Closing & takeaways 🔺 Connect with Ann Parnes: • LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-parnes/ • Website → https://www.afterhello.com/ 🔺 Connect with Jennifer Dawn: • LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdawn • Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdawn.coaching/?hl=en • YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferdawncoaching Schedule a call with Jennifer ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Want to be a podcast guest? https://forms.gle/hgS1wUWy6Y4ybJ319 Want to know how your business is going? ⁠Take this quiz to know⁠ https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/survey/ELu1zKeBb9LYm5CFLLx3 Visit our website ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/

    26 min

  2. 27 AUG

    The #1 Reason The Best Employees Quit (It's Not The Pay) with Michelle Johnston

    What makes people stay or leave a company? According to Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, bestselling author of The Seismic Shift in Leadership, it starts (and ends) with leadership. In this conversation with Jennifer Dawn, Michelle shares powerful insights on why “jerk bosses” are disappearing, how connection is transforming leadership, and what leaders can do to build workplaces where people thrive. If you’re a business owner or leader who wants to retain top talent, foster innovation, and avoid being “that boss” people leave, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 02:34 – What is the “Seismic Shift in Leadership”? 04:36 – The Great Resignation as the Great Reevaluation 06:48 – Why leadership determines culture and retention 08:08 – Kind Bars’ 450 million acts of kindness initiative 10:32 – How to recognize if you’re a “jerk boss” 12:13 – Signs of a culture of fear vs. culture of connection 14:11 – Real-world example: a CEO’s $25M mistake that led to innovation 17:20 – Why transactional meetings kill creativity 18:06 – Starting meetings with wins to build connection 20:36 – Slack “wins” channel and full-self leadership 21:19 – Practical ways leaders can foster connection 22:49 – Why connection must be intentional and structured 23:50 – Michelle’s new book: The Seismic Shift in You 24:37 – Where to find Michelle and her resources

    27 min
  3. Are You Holding Your Business Back by Doing It All? with Bhavini Kamdar

    20 AUG

    Are You Holding Your Business Back by Doing It All? with Bhavini Kamdar

    Are you unknowingly holding your business back by trying to do everything yourself? In this episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer Dawn and Bhavini Kamdar reveal why delegation and strong systems are the real keys to scaling. Discover how to: • Let go of tasks without losing quality • Build processes that keep your business running smoothly • Find the right people to trust with your work • Stop trading time for money and start scaling smart If you’ve ever said “it’s faster if I just do it myself,” this episode will show you how that mindset is costing you growth. Watch now and learn how to finally scale smarter, not harder. Timestamps: [00:00:43] Introduction to guest Bhavini Kamdar and Infinity Business Solutions [00:02:17] Scaling is not about working harder but changing your thinking [00:02:51] Shifting mindset to scale and letting go of tasks [00:03:35] Deciding what to delegate and why it matters [00:04:34] Recognizing signs that it is time to get help [00:05:36] Accepting others can do tasks as well or better [00:06:48] Delegation becomes easier when you have the right people [00:08:13] Building support systems and tolerance for mistakes [00:10:21] Investing time to train instead of always doing tasks yourself [00:11:44] The power of Loom videos in training and documentation [00:12:26] Importance of systems and process dependency [00:14:35] When to document processes during business growth [00:16:29] Mindset shifts required to scale from 10 to 150 employees [00:19:33] Creating a valuable and sellable business [00:20:12] Stop glamorizing long hours and build proper systems [00:21:16] Positioning businesses for exit strategies and maximum value [00:22:18] What to look for when outsourcing to agencies [00:23:32] Why stability matters more than cheap outsourcing [00:24:51] Hiring honest people over “yes for everything” types [00:26:18] The importance of attitude and energy in team members [00:27:22] Where to find Bhavini Kamdar and Infinity Business Solutions [00:28:48] Closing remarks and final takeaways Connect with Bhavini: https://ibsforyou.com https://www.instagram.com/ibsforyou/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Infinity-Business-Solutions-for-You/1589432474614083 https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhavinikamdar/ — Listen to More Episodes of the Happy Productive Podcast https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/podcast Schedule a call with Jennifer ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Want to be a podcast guest? https://forms.gle/hgS1wUWy6Y4ybJ319 Want to know how your business is going? ⁠Take this quiz to know⁠ https://app.jenniferdawncoaching.com/freedomquiz Visit our website ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/

    30 min

  4. 13 AUG

    The Top 1% Entrepreneurs Embrace THIS For Profit with Jocelyn Sandstrom

    Burnout is not about how much you do. It is about who you are when you are doing it. In this powerful episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, business coach Jennifer Dawn sits down with transformational coach and NLP expert Jocelyn Sandstrom to reveal how shifting your mindset, energy, and beliefs can transform every area of your life and business. Discover how to take aligned action instead of constant hustle, release deep rooted limiting beliefs, and open yourself to synchronicities, abundance, and opportunities. Jocelyn shares proven tools from neurolinguistic programming, quantum energy work, and her own success stories. From manifesting unexpected miracles to landing high-end corporate workshops with global luxury brands like Gucci, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton. If you want to improve your mindset, boost your energy, prevent burnout, and create a business and life you love, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies you can start using today. What You’ll Learn in This Episode • How to identify and reprogram limiting beliefs • The difference between doing and taking aligned action • Why your inner state determines your outer results • How to use manifestation and synchronicity to create opportunities • Language shifts that instantly change your energy and mindset • Practical tools for burnout recovery and sustainable success Timestamps 00:00 Burnout is about who you are when you are doing it 00:35 Welcome and introduction to Jocelyn Sandstrom 02:05 Jocelyn’s journey into quantum energy and NLP 04:51 How deep rooted beliefs hold us back 06:46 Why confidence and trust are often inverted 09:34 The red car theory and shifting focus 10:31 First step to changing your story 12:02 Creating a reality of magic and miracles 14:13 Jennifer’s trash bag manifestation story 16:00 How synchronicity works 17:07 Reprogramming the belief of not being lucky 19:09 Removing blocks to let opportunities drop in 20:19 Taking aligned action vs constant hustle 23:38 The difference between doing and aligned action 26:38 Creating vs achieving 28:50 Shifting language to shift energy 31:27 Taking your power back from time 33:49 The power of surrender 34:40 Where to find Jocelyn and free resources Connect with Jocelyn Sandstrom Website: https://jocelynsandstrom.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jocelynlukosandstrom/ Listen to More Episodes of the Happy Productive Podcast https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/podcast Schedule a call with Jennifer ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Want to be a podcast guest? https://forms.gle/hgS1wUWy6Y4ybJ319 Want to know how your business is going? ⁠Take this quiz to know⁠ https://app.jenniferdawncoaching.com/freedomquiz Visit our website ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/

    38 min

  5. 6 AUG

    Heal to Scale: The Entrepreneur’s Path to Emotional Mastery with Donna Wallace

    In this heartfelt and illuminating episode, Jennifer Dawn speaks with energy healer Donna Wallace about why emotional healing is essential for entrepreneurs. With over 25 years of experience, Donna shares her personal story of moving from trauma and depression to intuition and light, and how that journey directly impacts business success. You’ll learn: Why unresolved emotions sabotage your business growth The difference between surface-level coping and true healing How intuition sharpens as emotional clutter clears Why your business is a reflection of your inner world What real transformation feels like and how to begin your own Whether you’re stuck in repeating patterns or just craving more clarity and joy, this conversation will show you how to lighten your load and unlock your full potential from the inside out. Timestamps: [02:04] Donna’s turning point: how one healing moment at 16 sparked a global mission [04:07] From burnout and emotional chaos to clarity and purpose [05:45] Why repeating emotional triggers hold entrepreneurs back [07:11] Jennifer’s breakthrough: therapy, trauma, and how healing saved her marriage and business [09:30] Is healing ever done? Donna explains how to break cycles for good [12:31] Your business reflects your inner world. [13:38] Manifestation through emotional alignment, not just mindset [16:01] Healing is strategy: how clearing your emotional clutter unlocks your leadership [17:47] Productivity without burnout [18:52] How emotional clarity sharpens your business intuition [20:48] From second-guessing to decisive action. [23:15] Donna’s technicolor metaphor: what life and business feel like when you heal [24:02] What energy healing actually is, and how it accelerates clarity [28:48] Your business is a mirror, when it stalls, something personal may need healing [29:35] The soul of your business wants your emotional maturity [30:37] Why entrepreneurship is the ultimate personal growth accelerator Connect with Donna Wallace: Website: donnawallace.com.au Instagram: @donnawallacehealer Connect with Jennifer: Schedule a call with Jennifer ⁠here⁠: https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Want to be a podcast guest?: https://forms.gle/hgS1wUWy6Y4ybJ319 Want to know how your business is going? ⁠Take this quiz to know⁠: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/survey/ELu1zKeBb9LYm5CFLLx3 Visit our website ⁠here⁠: https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/

    35 min

  6. 30 JUL

    Why Writing a Book Builds Business Credibility with Doug Robbins

    Think writing a book is just for authors? Think again. In this episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer sits down with author, speaker, and her husband Douglas Robbins to talk about how business owners can write impactful books that boost credibility and open doors. Together, they reveal the behind-the-scenes of the Author Accelerator program, how writing creates authority in your niche, and what it really takes to get your book from idea to published. This is more than just a fun husband-wife banter. It’s a wake-up call for entrepreneurs sitting on a powerful story that needs to be told. If you’ve ever said, “I know I have a book in me,” this episode is your sign. Ready to write your book inside Freedom Builders? Learn more at https://jenniferdawncoaching.com Timestamps: 02:00 - How the Author Accelerator was born at a retreat 03:00 - Doug shares how a high school poem changed his life 04:00 - The story behind Doug’s latest book “Black Cloud Rises” 05:00 - Hidden truths about Thanksgiving and Native American history 06:00 - The difference a book makes in business visibility 07:00 - “I’m not a writer” and why that shouldn’t stop you 08:00 - How stories influence others and build connection 09:00 - Finding your voice through consistent writing 10:00 - Writing structure: beginning, middle, end 11:00 - What business owners use their books for 12:00 - The myth of becoming the next Stephen King 13:00 - The truth about publishing deals and self-promotion 14:00 - Marketing a book is a second mountain 15:00 - Hire help and focus on your strengths 16:00 - Why weekly accountability works (even if it’s not sexy) 17:00 - Creating a safe and supportive author community 18:00 - The writing groove and why clarity comes through action 19:00 - Writing is like going to the gym—start where you are 20:00 - You work for the reader. Make it count. 21:00 - Jennifer and Doug reflect on feedback and editing 22:00 - The Author Accelerator is included in Freedom Builders 23:00 - Where to find Doug’s new book and how to reach out 24:00 - Final encouragement: the world needs your book Take the FREE Business Freedom Quiz to find out what’s holding you back and get a custom action plan to fix it. https://app.jenniferdawncoaching.com/freedomquiz

    27 min

  7. 23 JUL

    Understanding Consumer Behavior with John D. Marvin

    Want to grow your business like a CEO leading a $100M+ company? In this episode of Happy Productive, Jennifer Dawn talks with John Marvin, President & CEO of Texas State Optical, about how understanding customer behavior is the secret weapon for scaling any business. You’ll learn: • Why most business owners fail to see the big picture • Two simple, low-cost ways to uncover what your customers really want • How to deliver services that create loyal clients and steady growth • The leadership mindset that drives long-term success Whether you’re running a small business or scaling to 8 figures, these insights will help you align your strategy, team, and client experience for next-level results. Don’t just listen. Implement. That’s how you build a freedom-fueled business. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to John Marvin and the four Ps of marketing 01:03 – Jennifer welcomes John Marvin to the show 02:12 – John shares his small-town roots and journey to becoming CEO 03:03 – How faith shaped John’s mindset and business priorities 03:50 – The real meaning of marketing beyond promotions 04:27 – Why understanding consumer behavior is mission-critical 05:20 – The pandemic’s impact on customer habits and expectations 06:45 – Lessons from running a two-year market research study 08:22 – From consultant to CEO: John’s journey with Texas State Optical 09:30 – The importance of tracking consumer behavior continuously 10:32 – Practical tips for small businesses to understand customer needs 11:40 – Hosting customer lunches and gathering feedback 13:47 – Secret shopping competitors for powerful insights 15:27 – Adapting customer feedback strategies for virtual businesses 17:03 – Modeling customer-first leadership for your team 18:42 – Helping teams understand they work for the client, not the owner 19:52 – Shifting mindset: why your business exists for client outcomes 21:04 – Defining your ideal customer and their needs 22:08 – Bringing purpose and passion into service delivery 23:11 – Why delivery is just as important as the product itself 24:59 – Creating remarkable client experiences in service businesses 25:12 – Where to connect with John Marvin online 26:00 – Jennifer’s key takeaways and action steps Connect with John Marvin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdmarvin/ Website: https://tso.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdmarvin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdmarvin Follow Jennifer Dawn for more business growth strategies Website: https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jennifer-dawn-coaching/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdawncoaching/

    29 min

  8. 16 JUL

    Rewire Your Brain Like a Navy SEAL with John Kennedy

    What if breaking bad habits didn’t take 30 days… but just 30 minutes? In this episode, Jennifer sits down with John Kennedy—creator of Combat Brain Training and author of Hack Your Habits in 30 Minutes—to uncover how neuroplasticity can help you rewire your brain, improve processing speed, and even ditch those stubborn habits for good. From training Navy SEALs and CEOs to helping kids with ADHD and dementia patients, John shares how his system-based brain training transforms lives in record time. This episode is packed with real-world tools and inspiring stories to help you take back control of your brain and your habits. Episode Highlights & Timestamps 00:00 – The shocking truth about “Digital Dementia” in kids and how devices could rewire your brain 00:05 – Why early screen exposure leads to weak brain connections (and how to fix it) 00:17 – The key to changing habits fast: full-body integration 00:34 – What is habit hijacking? How to insert positive habits into your brain’s wiring 01:29 – John’s journey: from saving Fortune 50 companies to saving lives with the US Marines 03:59 – Combat Brain Training: the method that helped soldiers recover from PTSD and concussions 07:50 – Can neuroplasticity make you think faster? Why processing speed is your superpower 12:18 – How a one-minute brain exercise helped a client lose 12 pounds and crush stress eating 19:34 – Is technology making your brain lazy? Why “use it or lose it” isn’t just a saying 26:24 – Break your phone addiction: John’s 10-second habit hack 30:13 – Why Jennifer loves John’s book Hack Your Habits in 30 Minutes (and how to get your copy) ⸻ Resources & Links Get John’s book: Hack Your Habits in 30 Minutes https://www.amazon.com/Hack-Your-Habits-Minutes-Less-ebook/dp/B0D8QJ9GW9 Explore John’s work: https://thekennedymethod.co/ Email John: john@combatbraintraining.com — Ready to Take Action? Pick one habit you’re ready to rewire and start with John’s brain exercises. You don’t need 30 days. Just 30 minutes. Connect with Jennifer: Schedule a call with Jennifer ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Want to be a podcast guest? https://forms.gle/hgS1wUWy6Y4ybJ319 Want to know how your business is going? ⁠Take this quiz to know⁠ https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/survey/ELu1zKeBb9LYm5CFLLx3 Visit our website ⁠here⁠ https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/

    34 min
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Ready to break free from the grind and build a business that fuels your freedom, fun, and impact? On Happy Productive, we dive into adventure-driven business growth with expert strategies, tough-love coaching, and inspiring stories that will help you scale smart, lead with confidence, and create a life you love. Tune in for actionable insights, personal growth, and a little adventure along the way! Learn more at www.jenniferdawncoaching.com

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