- Are You Messy or Neat?
In today’s episode Kathy and Jason discuss another lifestyle question. Are you messy or neat?Maybe you don’t even fit 100% in one category and that may make you neatly messy! Or maybe you’re more messily neat?The big follow up question is, what does this say about our personalities? Listen in to learn more about us … - Are you a little out of balance?Do you feel like your life is a little out of balance? Would you like more energy and want to feel happier? Who doesn’t! What if you could get that without popping pills, or loading up on caffeine? Then this podcast episode with my friend, Dr. Jeannie Arunima is made just for you. And we …
- E283 From Both Sides Now
There are two sides to every story, and in this #jammingwithjason #podcast we dig into Joni Mitchell’s great song “Both Sides Now.” Why? If you think you know everything, or are only looking at things from one angle, chances are you aren’t seeing the whole picture. And when you don’t see the whole picture that … - Running NakedI’ve started running naked, and I’m loving it. Nothing but me and mother nature out in front of me, takes me back to my youth. I feel more vibrant and alive. In fact, I went naked this entire last weekend. Now before I get much further I have a few things I should disclaim. I …
- E282 Find Your Balance, Energy & Happiness the Natural Way with Dr Jeannie Arunima
Do you feel like your life is a little out of balance? Would you like more energy and want to feel happier? Who doesn’t! Then this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode with my friend, Dr. Jeannie Arunima is made just for you. Hear her journey of healing and balance through trauma, depression, fibromyalgia, and Graves’ disease using … - Kobe Bryant and Shitty LeadersWhat do Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry have in common? Besides being world-class professional basketball players, they have also had the same performance coach, our guest on the podcast Alan Stein Jr. While these men may be peak performers in their craft, anyone has the ability to be at the top …
- E281 Shitty Leaders are Not Shitty People with Mark Robinson
Have you ever worked for someone you thought was a horrible boss? Maybe you even used some choice words to describe them. Most people have. Before you make any more judgements, take a listen to this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode with Mark Robinson, the Shitty Leadership Coach. That shitty leadership you experienced is more likely the …Continue reading “E281 Shitty Leaders are Not Shitty People with Mark Robinson”
- Running NakedI’ve started running naked, and I’m loving it. Nothing but me and mother nature out in front of me, takes me back to my youth. I feel more vibrant and alive. Now before I get much further I have a few things I should disclaim. I am not running without any clothes. That would be …
- It’s Your Story Not Your Situation
Today Kathy and Jason are discussing rejection and how they both interpret it.Often times the fear of rejection can hold people back in life, and how difficult it may be, we can train ourselves to become okay with hearing “no”!Once that fear is overcome we can open many new doors that may not have otherwise … - Balancing Mind, Body and Spirit and the Number 3“One is the loneliest number that you’ll ever do“Two can be as bad as one,“It’s the loneliest number since the number one.” One by Harry Nilsson (covered by Three Dog Night). But what about the number three? one of my favorite numbers. All around you are things in three, and in my opinion three’s company, …
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- E280 Sustain Your Game with Alan Stein Jr.
What do Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry have in common? Besides being world-class professional basketball players, they have also had the same performance coach, our guest on the #podcast Alan Stein Jr. While these men may be peak performers in their craft, anyone has the ability to be at the top …Continue reading “E280 Sustain Your Game with Alan Stein Jr.”
- Playing the Game without Conforming
There is a saying in poker “if you don’t know who the patsy at the table is, you are the patsy. And it’s not any fun being the patsy. The other players take advantage of you, and you lose a lot of money. Being a patsy isn’t just limited to playing poker. The same is … - Sustain Your Game with Alan Stein Jr.
On today’s episode of #fireandearth we have Alan Stein Jr. to share with us his brand new book “Sustain Your Game”!For quite a number of years Alan has been a Basketball Performance Coach for a lot of the biggest names in the NBA. Having worked with these amazing athletes over the years Alan has taken … - Choosing Happiness During Challenging TimesWhether you believe it or not, happiness is a choice and isn’t something that happens to you when you get to a certain place in life, and that’s one of the many things I talk with my friend Jane Emfinger. Is it possible to be happy when you go through what most people consider to …
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- E279 Happiness is a Choice with Jane Emfinger
Whether you believe it or not, happiness is a choice and isn’t something that happens to you when you get to a certain place in life, and that’s one of the many things I talk with my friend Jane Emfinger about in this #jammingwithjason #podcast. Is it possible to be happy when you go through …Continue reading “E279 Happiness is a Choice with Jane Emfinger”
- Mayonnaise and Ant Spray
In today’s episode we discuss the question “Do you think everyone should have a back-up plan?” and what does that have to do with mayonnaise and ant spray? Listen to find out… For a lot of situations back up plans can be good, however life can also bring situations where a back-up plan can be … - You’ll Amaze Yourself in Just 30 Days!It’s actually quite amazing what you can accomplish in just 30 days. I’m a planner, a list maker, and push myself to excel. That means I usually have a to-do list that carries over from day-to-day or week-to-week. Sometimes I find myself bemoaning how “little” it seemed I got done in the day, since I …
- E278 The Hero Inside of YOU with Deborah Johnson
Most people have grand plans of what they want to accomplish, and then life happens. Know what I mean? Are you mid-career or the halftime of life wondering, “What’s next?” You or your company experiencing a huge change, or lacking innovation & creativity? Don’t spend another minute stuck on an endless roundabout! and listen to …Continue reading “E278 The Hero Inside of YOU with Deborah Johnson”
- What’s Your Favorite Cartoon Character?
Sometimes it’s nice to spend some stress free time getting in touch with our younger selves. One great way to do that is to revisit the old cartoons that we used to enjoy watching so much!In today’s episode Kathy and Jason discuss their favorite cartoons and what their takeaways were from them. - You Don’t Need a Lobotomy
I recently re-connected with a friend of mine, with whom recorded a podcast episode with that you will hear in the next month or so. It was great to talk with her again after almost 10 years. We picked right up where we left off and have had several great discussions together, where I got … - E277 Empathy for the Underdog with Jason Cutter
Have you ever felt like an underdog or have empathy for the underdog? I do, and so does Jason Cutter, my guest on this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode. And not only does Jason have empathy and cheer for the underdog, since he is one himself, but he also has an amazing story from being raised hating …Continue reading “E277 Empathy for the Underdog with Jason Cutter”
- Are You Wearing Socks?
What kind of socks do you wear… If any at all? For an item that seems so irrelevant, socks are a great way to express yourself!Believe it or not a lot of social constructs revolve around the socks we wear as a part of our entire outfit. Wear a suit… Wear a tie… A lot … - Is Your Job Killing YOU?Most people’s jobs are a pressure cooker of stress and emotions, and that carries over into your personal life and performance at work. Headaches, back pain, trouble sleeping is probably stress related and you don’t even realize it. Maybe you already ready realize it, but just don’t know how to break free. Are you feeling …
- E276 Creating a Better Version of Yourself at Work with Sasja Chomos
Most people’s jobs are a pressure cooker of stress and emotions, and that carries over into your personal life and performance at work. Headaches, back pain, trouble sleeping is probably stress related and you don’t even realize it. Maybe you already ready realize it, but just don’t know how to break free. Are you feeling …Continue reading “E276 Creating a Better Version of Yourself at Work with Sasja Chomos”
- Are You Seeking Contentment or Excitement?
Today we discuss the difference between contentment and excitement. Contentment can be nice because we can enter into a relaxed state, but is there a point where we get TOO content?Conversely excitement can be fun, but at what point can excitement seeking become detrimental?Like many things balance is incredibly important, and in this episode we …Continue reading “Are You Seeking Contentment or Excitement?”
- When Failing isn’t an Option and Taking off Your MaskIs there a little voice in your heart telling you it’s time to take a different path, but your head doesn’t want to follow? Are you afraid to show who you really are because you think you have to be tough, or show up a certain way in the world? Do you think you are …
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- E275 Failure is Not an Option Mindset with Evgeny “Jay” Likhoded
I had the privilege to sit down with Jay Likhoded, the CEO of Clausematch on #jammingwithjason and talk about how he and his company are changing the world of compliance, and if that’s not your jam, don’t worry this #podcast episode has nothing to do with compliance. Revolutionary people who change the world learn that …Continue reading “E275 Failure is Not an Option Mindset with Evgeny “Jay” Likhoded”
- Awakening Your Sense of Awe Through Magic with Mike Pisciotta
If you haven’t noticed yet, we love MAGIC here on the podcast! Today we have Mike Pisciotta on the podcast to share his story of how he became a magician and finding your bliss! Mike Pisciotta is an acclaimed performer based in Los Angeles, CA and serves as the resident magician for the world famous …Continue reading “Awakening Your Sense of Awe Through Magic with Mike Pisciotta”
- Here’s To The Crazy Ones
I just love the 1997 Apple commercial “Here’s to the Crazy Ones.” I’ve always seen myself as a round peg in a square hole, a misfit, a rebel… and you probably feel that way too, right? For most of my life I’ve tried to suppress those feelings, be an obedient Boy Scout, and try to … - E274 Do You Know You Aren’t Alone with Ashanti Branch
Is there a little voice in your heart telling you it’s time to take a different path, but your head doesn’t want to follow?Are you afraid to show who you really are because you think you have to be tough, or show up a certain way in the world?Do you think you are the only …Continue reading “E274 Do You Know You Aren’t Alone with Ashanti Branch”
- What Was Your First Childhood Memory?
Like last week’s episode we are going to tap into our childhood selves and delve into our first memories! Just like what we wanted to be when we grew up shapes who we become, our first moments do exactly the same.Kathy and Jason share with us all what those moments were for them, and we … - Are You Feeling Psychologically Safe?Up until a few months ago I had never heard the term psychological safety, and I’m guessing you might not have either. The more I’ve thought about it, and experienced it myself, the more convinced I am of its vital importance for you to be authentically you. I’m not going to lie to you, sometimes …
- E273 Feed Fear a Suck It Sandwich
You probably know what a knuckle sandwich is, but what’s a suck it sandwich? Listen and learn, since as usual there is a story behind the title. Whether you believe it or not, much of your life is spent in fear, worry, being scared, etc… that shows up when you are triggered and move into … - What Did You Want to Be When You Grew Up?
Today we discuss what we were like as children and how those older dreams and ideas helped to shape the people that we became.We all may not have become exactly what we thought we would, but regardless of that outcome, there are probably many ways in which those experiences shaped you just as it had …Continue reading “What Did You Want to Be When You Grew Up?”
- This week I did something that scared the hell out of me… and I didn’t die.This week I did something that scared the hell out of me… and I didn’t die. Maybe it’s too many mob movies, but I have always been terrified of having a barber give me a shave with a straight edge razor. It’s very vulnerable to allow someone else to have a razor sharp knife sliding …
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- E272 Music Brings Us Together with Christian Swain
Today’s guest is Christian Swain, CEO of Pantheon Podcasts. This is one of those episodes where I get to geek out talking, and laughing about a lot of different topics with Christian (my brother from another mother) where the theme throughout is, you guessing it, music. Just a few things we discuss: how rock n …Continue reading “E272 Music Brings Us Together with Christian Swain”
- Active Listening and Asking Powerful Questions with Corey Blake
When people talk, do you actively listen without judgement? Are you asking questions because you are curious? We are excited to have Corey Blake back with us to discuss how those two things can really make a huge difference in your relationships and your own growth. As with all #fireandearthpodcast episodes we go some places …Continue reading “Active Listening and Asking Powerful Questions with Corey Blake”
- Are You Pushing Down Your Feelings??Do you fear being seen as a failure, or not measuring up? Most people do. In this week’s podcast we talk about the male perspective of relationships and why so many men seem like they aren’t present and aren’t in the game with their relationship. Believe it or not, but most men have been taught …
- E271 What Really Matters is the People We Love with Israel Smith
Do you fear being seen as a failure, or not measuring up? Most people do. In this #jammingwithjason #podcast we talk about the male perspective of relationships and why so many men seem like they aren’t present and aren’t in the game with their relationship. This is a must listen episode for men, and for …Continue reading “E271 What Really Matters is the People We Love with Israel Smith”
- What Makes a Good Friend?
In today’s episode we discuss the best qualities and traits that make for a good friend. We have a lot of acquaintances in life, but the friends that we have are the people that surpass that level in our social lives. So who are these friends, and what makes them different from the other people … - E270 Vulnerability is Sexy and Psychological Safety with Genevieve Georget and Corey Blake
Did you know vulnerability is sexy? In this #jammingwithjason #podcast I talk with Gen and Cory from Roundtable Companies about #vulnerability, creating #psychologicalsafety so you can feel free to be vulnerable, and how we all have a story to share with the world. Perhaps you think you don’t have anything special to share with the … - The Value of Knowing the Whole Story
Have you ever had a situation where something made you mad immediately after hearing about it, when only moments later after some explanation you ended up changing your mind about it?Well you’re not alone! Back story can be just as (if not more) important than the current information you are being presented with, and in … - Is It Time to Pick Another Path?Have you ever felt like you just can’t bring yourself to do something anymore? Maybe it’s a job you dread getting up for each day and going in the office. Maybe it’s a relationship that you just get a sick feeling in your gut when you see or think of someone and want to say …
- E269 When It’s Time to Move On
Have you ever feel like you just can’t bring yourself to do something anymore? Maybe it’s a job you dread getting up for each day and going in the office. Maybe it’s a relationship that you just get a sick feeling in your gut when you see or think of someone and want to say … - Are You Hiding Like Me??
One of my favorite things to do as a kids was play hide-and-go-seek. I loved hiding in a great place where nobody could find me. I could just sit there by myself and feel safe and protected. Honestly, most of the time I hoped nobody found me. As children we don’t have any idea the … - Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired with Dr. Pat Boulogne
Today we have Dr. Pat Boulogne on the show to talk with us about some additions to her book: “Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired?”, and to discuss with us why she came out of retirement to continue helping other people improve their lives. With a background in chiropractic medicine, lifestyle medicine, rehabilitation, nutrition …Continue reading “Why Are You Sick, Fat and Tired with Dr. Pat Boulogne”
- Are You Climbing the Wrong Mountain??What do you do when the outside world looks like everything is fine, but inside your world is falling apart? Perhaps you’ve climbed the corporate ladder only to look around and think “WTF” I put my ladder on the wrong building, or climbed the wrong mountain. Perhaps you find yourself on the hamster wheel of …
- E268 Love What You Already Have with Lynn Louise Larson
(scroll to the bottom for the video version of this episode) What do you do when the outside world looks like everything is fine, but inside your world is falling apart? Perhaps you’ve climbed the corporate ladder only to look around and think “WTF” I put my ladder on the wrong building, or climbed the …Continue reading “E268 Love What You Already Have with Lynn Louise Larson”
- Sometimes You Just Need a Little Break Before You Burnout
Have you ever found yourself feeling as if you’re constantly busy, and despite this continuing to say yes to opportunities where maybe you should be saying no?Well sometimes a lot of us can ascribe our own self worth or importance to how busy we are.In today’s episode we discuss how it can be very easy …Continue reading “Sometimes You Just Need a Little Break Before You Burnout”
- Laughing is More Effective Than DrugsALERT: New Episode This Week Did you know there are significant health benefits to laughing a few minutes each day? With all of the scary things going on in our worlds, with all of the stress from work, we often feel heavy and forget to laugh. You don’t forget to breath, and laughing is just …
- E267 Healthy Laughing is Where Wellness Meets FUN with Sarah Routman
Did you know there are significant health benefits to laughing a few minutes each day? With all of the scary things going on in our worlds, with all of the stress from work, we often forget to laugh. You don’t forget to breath, and laughing is just as important. Sometimes I have to remind myself …Continue reading “E267 Healthy Laughing is Where Wellness Meets FUN with Sarah Routman”
- The Great Resignation with Dennis Ford
In 2021 50 MILLION people left their jobs under their own volition. One of the largest movements of employees in the history of the U.S.With 87% of the U.S. workforce claiming that they are unengaged and unhappy with their work situation, it is no surprise that we have seen so many resignations over the course … - Do You Have a Mindful Practice?Several years ago I attended the Mindful Workplace Summit. It seemed like question everyone was asking me during the event was: “do you have a practice.” The first day, I kept wondering what the hell they were talking about. I don’t have a CPA practice, but I do have a business… is that the same? …
- E266 Fire and Earth Monday: It’s A Practice, Not a Perfect with Holly Duckworth
Today we are being visited by Holly Duckworth to discuss bringing mindfulness into the workplace. Holly has been dedicated to making mindfulness a much more accepted practice in the world of business, along with promoting a message of being the “you, you know”. LIKED THE PODCAST?If you’re the kind of person who likes to help …Continue reading “E266 Fire and Earth Monday: It’s A Practice, Not a Perfect with Holly Duckworth”
- Sometime You Just Need a Little BreakI just couldn’t help myself. As I was typing the subject line for this post, the commercial jingle “gimmee a break, gimmee a break, break me off a piece of that Kit Kat bar” played in my head. Hope it put a smile on your face if you are familiar with the classic TV ad …
- Coaching is Way Different than TherapyWith a lot of our talk lately being about therapy as well as coaching, we wanted to swing back and cover the difference between the two.Either service is a great investment, but it is certainly important to know what each option will bring to you. If you are on the fence between which service is …
- Did you know I have a YouTube channel with hundreds of videos?I didn’t realize that many videos were out there until our team was doing a little spring cleaning on the channel. I started going back and looking, and honestly I’ve had some great discussions with some amazing people, and it’s all there for you. So take a minute now to check it out, subscribe and …
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- Show Me Your Ziggy Stardust TattooIf you feel alone and think you are the only person who likes something, think again… I promise there are a lot of people in the world who think like you, who like the same things you do.…It’s OK to BE YOU!…In this Being Uniquely You video, I describe an experience I had in New …
- E261 The Difference 1% Makes with Luke Layman
Most motivational speakers use words like “make massive change,” “set a big harry, audacious goal,” “work until your eye balls bleed.” You get the point, and you are left feeling that unless you scale Mt Everest you are a failure. That’s why so many people never start, or stop quickly. But what if that is …Continue reading “E261 The Difference 1% Makes with Luke Layman”
- E259 Be Your Own Hero with Corey Blake
We all love a good hero’s journey story… in fact the movies and books you love are typically based on this story type, and who doesn’t love a good hero. You may be afraid to share your authentic story from your heart because you are scared your vulnerability will lead to judgement. But, what if … - E258: Change the World by Focusing on Relationships
Despite wherever you’re trying to go in life, believe it or not, cultivating healthy relationships are one of the most important factors in achieving your goals. Hearing this may have you thinking that in order to build relationships you need to focus on other people. However this couldn’t be further from the truth. A lot …Continue reading “E258: Change the World by Focusing on Relationships”
- Interior Design Tips with Megan WarrenA lot of positive energy can come from the layout and details of the home you live in.Interior designers specialize in making a house a home and today we have one of these specialists here to speak with us! In today’s episode we meet with Megan Warren, who is here to discuss interior design, why …
- E257 Life is About Creating Yourself with Jerome Wade
George Bernard Shaw said “life is not about understanding yourself, life is about creating yourself” and that is the subject of my jam session with Jerome “Romey” Wade. If you are like most people, at inflection points in your life you want to understand yourself better or understand “why” life might deal you the proverbial …Continue reading “E257 Life is About Creating Yourself with Jerome Wade”
- Be Your Own Hero with Corey BlakeWe all love a good hero’s journey story… in fact the movies and books you love are typically based on this story type, and who doesn’t love a good hero. You may be afraid to share your authentic story from your heart because you are scared your vulnerability will lead to judgement. But, what if …
- Stop BEing Like Everyone Else
Make sure to read the entire article to get your Transformational Take Away and multimedia experience at the bottom 🙂 I’ve heard an exchange like this about a million, bazillion times (and if English isn’t your first language that means A LOT). I hear a woman complaining about her curly hair and how she hates … - E255 Getting Out of the Forest and Listening to Your Inner Self with Glenda Barber
Who you are now as a responsible, practical adult may not BE who you are authentically. Maybe you’ve found yourself in some difficult life situations and have fallen off your path down into a dark and cold ravine and want to get back to YOU. Maybe you are struggling and just don’t feel aligned with … - E254 Cherish Every Opportunity to Entertain with Eric Howell Sharp
What do I do when I see a friend’s name in the credits of a movie I just watched? Reach out, re-connect, and record a #jammingwithjason #podcast episode with him, since that’s just how I roll. This episode will have you laughing the whole way through since my friend Eric Howell Sharp (Sharpo!®) is not …Continue reading “E254 Cherish Every Opportunity to Entertain with Eric Howell Sharp”
- VIP Why You Forget More Than You LearnI was recently interviewed on a podcast and we started talking about learning, something I LOVE! It reminded me of how difficult it is for most people to learn, since you were taught a traditional method in school where you are lucky to remember 10% of what you learned. Does this sound like how you …
- E253 Success Leaves Clues with Pavel Verbnyak
Motivational speaker Jim Rohn famously said that we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. So what do you do when you are a boy born in a small village in northwestern Russia and want to become successful and improve your life? You “hang out” with people who inspire …Continue reading “E253 Success Leaves Clues with Pavel Verbnyak”
- Tips to Make Learning Fun and Effective
My friend Gina Hansen recently interviewed me for her podcast: Grow Intentionally. Here’s what she said. “Jason Mefford is an amazing Executive Coach, Edutainer and Podcast Host. He’s interviewed me recently for his “Jamming with Jason” podcast and now it’s time to turn the tables and put him on the hot seat. On this episode, … - E252: You’re Confusing What is Happening in Your Brain with Reality
Today’s episode brings to you another bit of content from my other podcast “Fire & Earth“. Believe it or not, our brains aren’t exactly the best tools for relaying a proper picture of reality to us. Often times our brain can play tricks on us and paint our perspective of reality with other circumstances that …Continue reading “E252: You’re Confusing What is Happening in Your Brain with Reality”
- You Don’t Lose Weight Jumping to ConclusionsOur most popular new years resolution won’t get solved by jumping to conclusions. Not only that… Nothing will get solved by jumping to conclusions!Often times we become so invested in our first impressions of a situation, we never stop and think about what else could be going on. In today’s episode we discuss being curious …
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- VIP On The Road Again, Flying A Freak FlagI’m going to keep it brief this week, since what I wanted to share with you is the same information in the BEing Uniquely YOU article this week on “Let Your Freak Flag Fly” Read the article and watch the associated video at: https://jasonmefford.com/let-your-freak-flag-fly/ And, as always here’s the Jamming with Jason episodes that dropped …
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- BUY Let Your Freak Flag Fly!I’ve been thinking a lot about flags recently, so it’s the topic of this “BEing Uniquely YOU” (BUY) newsletter and a whole podcast episode. Flags are a way to let others know who we are and what we stand for. We might fly a flag of our favorite sports team, our country, etc… as an …
- E251 Speak Up and Stand Out with Laurie-Ann Murabito
You probably aren’t a professional speaker speaking on stages to thousands of people, but whether you realize it or not you are #speaking all the time. How you speak can have a positive or negative impact on your career. Ever had to give a presentation in a staff meeting, give a report to the board …Continue reading “E251 Speak Up and Stand Out with Laurie-Ann Murabito”
- E250 Let Your Freak Flag Fly
I’ve been thinking a lot about flags recently, so here’s a whole #jammingwithjason #podcast episode. Flags are a way to let others know who we are and what we stand for. We might fly a flag of our favorite sports team, our country, etc… as an example (maybe even a pirate flag, arghhh 🙂 Most … - You’re Confusing What is Happening in Your Brain with RealityBelieve it or not, our brains aren’t exactly the best tools for relaying a proper picture of reality to us.Often times our brain can paint our perspective of reality with other circumstances that color things in a certain way.Instances like this could be positive… or detrimental.Tune in to learn more! Transcript 100:00:02.370 –> 00:00:06.720Jason Mefford: …
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- VIP Why It’s So Hard Sometimes to ChangeHave you ever wanted to change something in your life, but try as you might you just can’t consciously change it? I know I have. It can be frustrating. You try to consciously think your way to doing what you know you should do, but it just doesn’t work. That’s why I was excited to …
- Internal Audit Training and Certifications | Audit 15 Fun Podcast
Whether you believe me or not, training and certifications for internal audit are discriminatory, pre-historic, and usually a waste of time and money. I understand and respect if you don’t agree, but watch this recent podcast episode where I was interviewed on this topic and then make up your own mind. I was interviewed for …Continue reading “Internal Audit Training and Certifications | Audit 15 Fun Podcast”
- E249 On the Road Again Howling
I recently took a road trip to northern California which is the inspiration for creating this #jammingwithjason #podcast. What do #WillieNelson, #JackKerouac, #AllenGinsberg, #RogerMiller, Ivan Fleming, #GraceSlick, #BobDylan and Siri have in common? Listen to this entire episode and you will find out, and you will be howling on your road trip through life. The … - E248 Going to Where the Problem was Created with Ewelina Szczeblewska
Have you ever wanted to change something in your life, but try as you might you just can’t consciously change it? I know I have. That’s why I am excited to talk with my friend Ewelina Szczeblewska on this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode about #hypnosis, and lots of other things. Since 95% of what we do …Continue reading “E248 Going to Where the Problem was Created with Ewelina Szczeblewska”
- Life is Not a Transaction with Ally EdwardsFor any real estate aficionados, this episode is for you! Today we have Ally Edwards on the show to discuss her career change to real estate agent and how to find a good realtor. It is known that most people don’t use the same real estate agent on consecutive home purchases/sales. A lot of that …
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- VIP It’s Time You Turn the PageMost people live a lot of their life in the past. Maybe yesterday didn’t go the way they expected. Maybe they did some things they regret. Have you ever felt that way? If you are living in the past, maybe it’s time for you to turn the page. Each year and each day is a …
- BUY It’s Such a Good Feeling to Know You’re AliveSome days I wake up very tired. I’ve slept well, but seem like it’s hard to get the day going. Have you ever felt that way? Sometimes I want to just crawl back into bed and pull the covers over my head, but I force myself up since I’ve got people to do and things …
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- E247 I Like You Just the Way You Are
If you haven’t heard it from someone else already today, I like you just the way you are. Those are words I’ve heard many times from Mr. Rogers and is the inspiration for today’s #jammingwithjason #podcast episode. It’s OK to be who you are, in fact as Oscar Wilde would say” be yourself, everyone else … - E246 Turn the Page
Each year and each day is a great opportunity for us to “turn the page” which is the topic of this #jammingwithjason #podcast episode. Since it’s also the title of a song from Bob Seger, there just may be some music in this episode. There is something in this song for everyone and we discuss: … - It’s A Practice, Not a Perfect with Holly DuckworthToday we are being visited by Holly Duckworth to discuss bringing mindfulness into the workplace. Holly has been dedicated to making mindfulness a much more accepted practice in the world of business, along with promoting a message of being the “you, you know”. Reach out to Holly on LinkedIn and at: hollyduckworth.com
- VIP Everybody Hurts SometimesLife doesn’t always go the way we want it to, and at those times we can feel very alone. I’ve felt that way and I’m sure you have too. “When your day is longAnd the night, the night is yours aloneWhen you’re sure you’ve had enoughOf this life, well hang on…Take comfort in your friendsEverybody …
- E245 Struggling Mentally Behind Closed Doors with Andie Murphy
If you ever thought “I wish I felt better” or “I wish I was happier” then today’s episode may be just for you! In today’s podcast we are joined by Andie Murphy who is here to help us improve our own mental well being. Too often people struggle mentally behind closed doors not realizing others …Continue reading “E245 Struggling Mentally Behind Closed Doors with Andie Murphy”
- E244 Finding Your Voice Again with Gina Hansen
In today’s #jammingwithjason #podcast I talk with my friend Gina Hansen about her experience when the rug got pulled out from under her life. When you listen to this entire episode you will learn all that Gina experienced in the span of six months, and how she was able to find her voice again. An …Continue reading “E244 Finding Your Voice Again with Gina Hansen”
- Getting to Know Your Alter-Ego ManagerIn today’s episode we are going to re-visit our ego states. However today is going to be a little more in depth and specific. We are going to do a deep dive into the “manager state”. Our inner managers basically keep our lives on track. From waking up in the morning, to handling critical tasks …
- VIP BEing Uniquely YOUI’ll keep it short this week since I’m about to get in the car and drive to norther California for a business trip the rest of this week. I posted an article this last week on LinkedIn that now has over 2,200 reads, which means you will also find it helpful, so I put a …
- E243 Making Life Less Complicated
I’m sure you may find it easy to agree with us when we say that life can be quite complicated. However you may not wish to accept that a lot of these complications may be coming from yourself! In today’s episode, Kathy Gruver and I will take the time to discuss various ways to help … - E242 Caring for People is Leadership with Stacey Graham
A lot of people in the corporate world may find themselves entering into leadership roles, whether as their permanent position or just for a temporary amount of time. Many of these people may only have had experience in the more technical aspects of their jobs, and may not be very prepared to lead others. Stacey …Continue reading “E242 Caring for People is Leadership with Stacey Graham”
- BUY I Like You Just the Way You AreI grew up watching Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood on TV, and am guessing you may have too. I love how Mr. Rogers made me feel. I love how he taught me to be curious about life. I love how he told me it was OK, just to be me. But, as I grew older I forgot …
- Change the World by Focusing on RelationshipsDespite wherever you’re trying to go in life, believe it or not, cultivating healthy relationships are one of the most important factors in achieving your goals. Hearing this may have you thinking that in order to build relationships you need to focus on other people. However this couldn’t be further from the truth. A lot …
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- VIP Happy New Year, I hope it’s a good one…Get a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ We are officially into 2022, and I can’t believe it. I was listening to John Lennon’s song “Happy Xmas (War is Over)” during my time off, and the line “I hope it’s a good one, …
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- VIP KISS is Always the Best ChoiceGet a VIP backstage pass and behind the scenes information when you join the VIP Lounge with Jason Mefford: https://www.jasonmefford.com/vip/ You’ve probably heard the phrase: “keep it simple stupid,” or by its easy to remember acronym KISS. The end of the year is always a good time to reflect on how to make things simpler. …
- E237 Compassion and Self-Care with Staci Ogle
For a lot of people it can be easy to find themselves in a rut, feel stuck, or that the entire world has burned down around them.I know I have felt this way before, and our guest, Staci Ogle, has felt this way also. Today we’re going to discuss how compassion towards yourself can make …Continue reading “E237 Compassion and Self-Care with Staci Ogle”
- NFL Coaches are like Audit LeadersWhat do Urban Meyer, Nick Saban, Lou Holtz and Bobby Petrino have in common? They were all very successful college football coaches that were fired their first year in the National Football League (NFL). Making it to the next level means you need new tools and skills to win, and unfortunately you don’t always get those …
