Keywords

business coaching, leadership development, personal growth, sales techniques, positive mindset, work-life balance, overcoming negativity, strengths-based approach, trust in business, finding your why

Summary

In this conversation, Laura Watson shares her journey as a business coach and competitive dancer, emphasizing the importance of balancing work and passion. She discusses the art of selling as a helping conversation, the significance of positive reinforcement, and the need to overcome negativity bias. Laura highlights the interconnectedness of personal and business life, the importance of finding one's 'why', and the power of consistency in achieving goals. She encourages listeners to be kind to themselves and to seek support in their personal and professional growth.

Takeaways

Laura Watson helps small business owners and leaders develop their leadership skills. Dancing has provided Laura with a balance between work and personal life. Selling should be viewed as a helping conversation, not a pushy transaction. Building goodwill in business can lead to referrals and positive relationships. Negativity bias affects our perception; we need to focus on positives. The news often reinforces negativity; it's important to be mindful of what we consume. Positive reinforcement is crucial for personal and team development. Leveraging individual strengths can enhance team performance. Trusting others and delegating tasks is essential for effective leadership. Personal and business lives are intertwined; addressing both is key to success.

Sound Bites

"Selling is actually a helping conversation."

"The negative sticks like Velcro."

"The best plan is the one you'll actually do."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Laura Watson

04:06 The Journey into Dance

07:03 Balancing Work and Passion

10:22 The Art of Selling

13:12 Mindset Shift in Business

16:15 The Impact of Negativity

19:14 Positive Reinforcement in Leadership

22:22 Leveraging Strengths in Business

25:18 Trust and Delegation in Leadership

31:55 Intertwining Personal and Business Growth

33:35 Understanding Operating Systems in Business

35:40 Finding Your Why and Core Values

37:54 Implementing Tools and Accountability

40:21 The Power of Consistent Small Changes

43:17 Navigating Instant Gratification

49:20 Crisis Management and Goal Setting

54:02 The Importance of Planning and Action Steps