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SHROPCAST

by Mark Shropshire

Shrop talks about his interests around leadership, productivity, and technology.

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Episodes

  1. The Start of Your Day Doesn’t Have to Define the Rest of It

    In this episode, Shrop talks about persevering through the day and not expecting everything to go as planned. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy SHROPCAST, make sure to subscribe and watch SHROPTV for additional leadership, productivity, and technology-related content! SHROPTV:...

  2. On Day at a Time

    In this episode, Shrop talks about the importance of taking life one day at a time. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy SHROPCAST, make sure to subscribe and watch SHROPTV for additional leadership, productivity, and technology related content! SHROPTV:...

  3. Chasing Laser Pointers

    In this episode, Shrop talks about making an impact right where you are today. He shares two points which can cloud your judgement, causing you to miss growth opportunities. Learn to stop chasing laser points using Shrop’s three ways to make real impact today. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy...

  4. Reducing Risk by Using Small Experiments

    In this episode, Shrop talks about using small experiments to validate ideas. These experiments allow for a much higher rate of success for implementation, turning ideas into new products and services. In addition, Shrop shares a story about an experiment that turned into a team process used at...

  5. You Don’t Know What Others Are Going Through

    In this episode, Shrop talks about a very simple concept that can change how we think about others we encounter each and every day. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy SHROPCAST, make sure to subscribe and watch SHROPTV for additional leadership, productivity, and technology related content!...

  6. Judging Version 1.0 Like Iterations Never Happen

    In this episode, Shrop talks about judging version 1.0 of anything and how that view is so limiting. Want to know how to see vision? We are going to talk about thinking differently than most people. Thanks for listening! If you enjoy SHROPCAST, make sure to subscribe and watch SHROPTV for...

  7. Creating Space for Creativity

    In this episode, Shrop digs into four ways to create space for creativity. Setting up the right environment for creativity includes physical and mental techniques. If you have been frustrated getting the creative juice flowing, this is the right podcast for you! Thanks for listening! If you enjoy...

  8. Guardrails to Prevent Burnout

    In this episode, Shrop talks about preventing burnout. He will start by defining job burnout and then discuss three guardrails to help keep burnout at bay. Links: * https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/burnout/art-20046642 *...

  9. Managing Your Time When Leading

    Do you find it challenging to lead and manage your time to complete your tasks while helping others who depend on you? In this episode, Shrop shares two techniques to manage your time when leading teams and projects. Links: * https://anchor.fm/shrop/episodes/Timebox-Your-Life-ejl696 *...

  10. Letting Go of Expectations of Others

    In this episode, Shrop talks about the benefits of letting go of expectations of others. He also digs into approaches for healthy personal and work expectations. It’s all about putting people first! Thanks for listening! If you enjoy SHROPCAST, make sure to subscribe and watch SHROPTV for...

  11. Goals That Are Challenging yet Attainable

    It is hard to follow through with goals if you know they are not realistic. On the other hand, goals that are not challenging may mean that you are not pushing yourself enough and/or trying new things. In this episode, Shrop talks about setting goals which are challenging and attainable. Links: *...

  12. How to Care about People You Disagree With

    In this episode, Shrop talks about techniques to remember when talking to someone who disagrees with you. These practical techniques will help break down walls that prevent relationship growth.

  13. Being Grateful

    In this episode, Shrop talks about the nuanced differences between being thankful and being grateful by diving into two examples. He also mentions a technique to help have a gratitude-focused life.

  14. Managing Your Calendar Effectively

    In this episode, Shrop talks about techniques to manage a very full “managers” calendar. Goals include appearing and actually being available and having time to focus on important work. It’s all about calendar ROI. Makers vs. managers calendar article mentioned in this episode:...

  15. Uncertainty Induces Fear

    In this episode, Shrop discusses uncertainty and how it allows fear to take over your thoughts. He shares some techniques he finds helpful to reduce distractions and anxiety.

  16. Saying No to Work You Believe In

    In this episode, Shrop talks about saying no to work you believe is a great idea and could be successful. Regardless of how great the work is, saying no could be the right thing if it pulls you away from your true purpose and calling.

  17. Timebox Your Life

    In this episode, Shrop talks about expanding a project team technique for usage in everyday tasks and initiatives. He explores how to implement timeboxing and the related benefits.

  18. Don’t Give up When Things Get Hard

    In this episode, Shrop talks about how sticking with your vision is even more critical when challenges come up. Focus on your vision and getting through the rough spots, not on others who don’t believe it’s possible. Be different.

  19. Areas of Focus Methodology

    In this episode, Shrop talks about the Areas of Focus Methodology where 80% of your time should be focused on your passions that align with your organization’s needs. Listen to learn more about how to set your focus time up for success!

  20. The Word “worry”

    In this episode, Shrop talks about how replacing the word “worry” with “challenged” can make all the difference in shaping how you think about life’s obstacles. It’s not just semantics. Reclaim lost energy dwelling on problems by facing the challenges.

  21. Leading with Transparency

    In this episode, shrop talks about how leaders should approach transparency through team and individual awareness, timing, tone, and the desire for feedback.

  22. Leadership During Uncertain Times

    Shrop talks about how to lead teams during uncertain times, providing actions you can take today to help your teams and other leaders in your organization. Key points include leading with confidence, maintaining focus for your teams, and not losing sight of your organizations long-term goals and...

  23. Setting Goals

    Shrop talks about setting one goal at any time during the year instead of setting yourself up for failure with New Year’s resolutions. The focus should be on one goal at at time that is attainable, building positive and sustainable habits.

  24. Work Logs for Productivity and Communications

    In this episode, shrop talks about why he logs his completed daily tasks and accomplishments.

  25. Creating a Personal Vision Statement

    In this episode, shrop talks about how to approach career growth through the lens of a greater personal vision and mission.

  26. Motivation

    In this episode shrop talks about motivation; how to keep it even when you have tasks that you really don't want to do. He also chats about passion for work and how it relates to motivation.

  27. Alert Fatigue

    In this episode shrop talks about how alert fatigue can get in the way of focusing on work and life.

  28. From Perfectionism to Shipping

    In this episode shrop talks about how perfectionism can get in the way of shipping work and how he turned around a recent project by focusing on excellence.

  29. Life Balance

    In this episode shrop talks about the fallacy of life/work balance and how life balance is a term that better defines what we all want and need.

  30. The Blend Between Consistency and Flexibility

    In this episode shrop talks about how having a consistent schedule or routine in our personal and work life allows us to manage and deal more easily with the curve balls life throws at us.

  31. Blocking out Focus Time on Your Calendar

    In this episode shrop talks about techniques to gain focus on your most important work and administrative tasks by blocking out that time on your calendar.

  32. Stop Using DMs (Direct Messages)!

    In this episode shrop talks about how to limit the use of direct messages and how open channel communication creates team transparency and growth.

  33. Saying No Gently, with Explanation

    In this episode shrop talks about how saying no is important to clear the way for focus, but it should often be followed up with explanation.

  34. Understanding The Problem Before Starting on The Solution

    It is easy to jump quickly to solutions for problems in life and work. In this episode, shrop talks about a recent experience and how he missed the opportunity to full understand a problem and jumping to the solution early wasted time.

  35. Taking Responsibility

    Two aspects of taking responsibility that is guaranteed to earn respect and build team trust.

  36. Multitasking During Meetings

    We can’t work on other things “multitask” and be a valuable part of a meeting. Learn more on this episode.

  37. Dealing with Extreme Workloads

    Extreme workloads happen in projects from time to time. The discussion items in this episode can help you and your team through the more challenging times.

  38. Team Delegation

    Why do we agree delegation is good, but don’t do it enough?

  39. Don’t Create Team Panic

    Don't panic and don't panic your team. Step back and reflect.

  40. Piecemealing Vision

    Don’t piecemeal vision by fixing things in the short term as a result of panic. If the next steps don’t guide you forward to your project vision, step back and refocus.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Shrop talks about his interests around leadership, productivity, and technology.

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Mark Shropshire

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