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EPISODE · May 8, 2025 · 33 MIN

Performance and Happiness Do Not Have To Be Mutually Exclusive with Hilda Fainsod

from Productive Joy · host Dr. Christie McMullen

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces Hilda Fainsod, an accomplished author and executive leadership coach. Hilda discusses the concept of 'productive joy,' and shares her insights on helping people identify their dreams, aspirations, and the incremental steps to achieve them. Throughout the conversation, Hilda discusses her transformational coaching methods, the significance of self-reflection, and how to turn daily moments into opportunities for growth. She and Dr. Christie discuss practical tips for setting daily intentions, creating meaningful routines, the challenges of making lasting changes, and the power of maintaining a clear path toward your goals.Dr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between. ⁠Check out the incredible sponsor of our podcast, Shine Press. ⁠⁠⁠Want to increase your visibility? A book establishes you as a leader in your field. Shine Press makes publishing seamless. Illuminating Stories. Empowering Authors. Shine Press.Episode Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Productive Joy00:30 Meet Hilda: A Multifaceted Guest03:30 The Journey to Becoming a Coach05:06 Helping Clients Find Their Path12:01 Navigating Life's Phases15:19 Defining Productive Joy17:38 Introduction to Power Up18:17 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Change19:03 The Challenges of Change and Inertia21:47 The Importance of Small Practices24:10 Building Routines and Habits27:46 Connecting with Hilda and Rapid Fire Questions31:23 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysKeywords:supportauthortransformationmomfoodietravelerdogsvoracious readerwinewhite winered wineconversationperformancehappinessresultsprocessexecutive leadership coachchange makercoachingfuturedreamsaspirationschallengesrelevancesuccessjobdreamphases of lifepotentialgrowthcorporate executivesoverwhelmproductivityPower UpCaminoseven stepsnext levelSpanishEnglishbookpersonal developmentroutinehabitsmindfulnessintentionsgratitudefitnesssmall practicesreflection

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces Hilda Fainsod, an accomplished author and executive leadership coach. Hilda discusses the concept of 'productive joy,' and shares her insights on helping people identify their dreams, aspirations, and the incremental steps to achieve them. Throughout the conversation, Hilda discusses her transformational coaching methods, the significance of self-reflection, and how to turn daily moments into opportunities for growth. She and Dr. Christie discuss practical tips for setting daily intentions, creating meaningful routines, the challenges of making lasting changes, and the power of maintaining a clear path toward your goals.Dr. Christie McMullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a best-selling author and 24-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between. ⁠Check out the incredible sponsor of our podcast, Shine Press. ⁠⁠⁠Want to increase your visibility? A book establishes you as a leader in your field. Shine Press makes publishing seamless. Illuminating Stories. Empowering Authors. Shine Press.Episode Highlights:00:00 Welcome to Productive Joy00:30 Meet Hilda: A Multifaceted Guest03:30 The Journey to Becoming a Coach05:06 Helping Clients Find Their Path12:01 Navigating Life's Phases15:19 Defining Productive Joy17:38 Introduction to Power Up18:17 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Change19:03 The Challenges of Change and Inertia21:47 The Importance of Small Practices24:10 Building Routines and Habits27:46 Connecting with Hilda and Rapid Fire Questions31:23 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysKeywords:supportauthortransformationmomfoodietravelerdogsvoracious readerwinewhite winered wineconversationperformancehappinessresultsprocessexecutive leadership coachchange makercoachingfuturedreamsaspirationschallengesrelevancesuccessjobdreamphases of lifepotentialgrowthcorporate executivesoverwhelmproductivityPower UpCaminoseven stepsnext levelSpanishEnglishbookpersonal developmentroutinehabitsmindfulnessintentionsgratitudefitnesssmall practicesreflection

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