Success By The Books: The Bev and Cliff Notes
by Bev And Cliff
Success by the Books - The Bev and Cliff Notes takes expert advice from the experts in their industries and condenses it down in a fun and entertaining way. The show is for people who want to read the life-changing books but don't have the time. Bev and Cliff will dig into the chapters, and supply you with the major takeaways so you can dig into your life. It's the short cut to set you and your day up for success. Listen-Learn-Live.
Episodes
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"Signs That Can Predict A Long Life" by Neal K. Shah
Join us for "Signs That Can Predict A Long Life" by Neal K. Shah. These are things you can do at home to let you know what areas you may need to focus on. Great information! Cliff's "In the News" is the MAGIC 8 BALL. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is SAD SOMETIMES. Music - "Got the Talking Part Done"...
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"Love"by Leo Buscaglia
Author and College Professor, Leo Buscaglia, taught a popular LOVE CLASS at USC. We discuss many of the key takeaways that came from his class and his book "Love". Love is something we all want and could all benefit from learning more about. Also, Cliff discusses "donuts" on "In the News". Encore...
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"Refresh Your Home Without Buying Anything" by Zoe Kim
We crave new things. We want to make changes to our home from time to time without spending more money and adding more clutter. Join us for Zoe Kim's "Refresh Your Home Without Buying Anything." Learn how to make your home interiors feel new without buying more to take care of. Cliff's "In the...
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"How to Keep Produce Fresh for Weeks" by Amy Cross
Do you end up throwing away your expensive produce by the end of the week? Most people do. What a waste! Join us for "How To Keep Produce Fresh for Weeks" as we learn from Amy Cross. Amy is able to keep her produce fresh for so long, that she only goes to the grocery store once a month! Imagine…
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"Five Things You Never Knew Your Cell Phone Could Do" by Sybil Miller
In this episode, learn "Five Things You Never Knew Your Cell Phone Could Do" by Sybil Miller. These are things that could help you in an emergency, give you extra power when your battery is running low, help you open your car door when the keys are locked inside, etc. Cliff's "In the News" is...
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The Power of Who by Bob Beaudine
Bev and Cliff discuss the takeaways from "The Power of Who" by Bob Beaudine. Traditional networking doesn't work. Find out how you already know everyone you need to know to help you advance in life. Learn how you can identify people within your group of friends and friends of friends who are the...
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"5 Proactive Ways to Protect Your Peace" from Prevention Magazine
All of us have felt burn out from time to time. Today's episode is about how to protect your peace when you don't have time for a full overhaul. This information is brought to us from an article in Prevention Magazine. Cliff's "In the News" is CEDAR PLANKS. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is I SHOULD...
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"Relationship Goals" by Michael Todd
Our relationships are suppose to bring us joy. In "Relationship Goals" by Pastor Michael Todd, he equips us with the tools we need for healthy relationships. He believes it's God's plan for us to win in all our relationships - romantic, family, friendships, business, etc. Join us for this encore...
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"Win Forever" by Pete Carroll with Yogi Roth
If you know football, you've heard of Coach Pete Carroll. He was an extremely successful Coach at USC, as well as with the Seattle Seahawks where they became Super Bowl Champions under his leadership. Coach had a lot of uneventful years before these successful ones. It wasn't until he came up…
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"The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John M. Gottman, PH.D.
"The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John M. Gottman is the definitive guide for anyone who wants their relationship to attain its highest potential. This Psychology Professor at University of Washington really knows his stuff! This information is so important that we wanted to do a...
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"Why You Can't Focus"
Life is short. We all have things we want to do and things we want to see, but often we are too distracted to do or see any of them. Do you know that many people spend 1/3 of their lives in front of screens? Join us on this episode as we take a dive into "Why You Can't Focus". We will give you...
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"Daily Habits for Success" by Ed Mylett
Ed Mylett is a successful author, speaker, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Ed has some daily habits that he is sure have helped him in all these different areas and have given him an edge. Join us on this episode as we share Ed Mylett's "Daily Habits for Success". Cliff's "In the News" is CATALINA...
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"The How Not to Die Cookbook" by Dr. Michael Gregor
Dr. Michael Gregor tells us in "The How Not to Die Cookbook" that he doesn't feel eating healthy is about vegetarianism, veganism, or any other ism. Check out the podcast as we learn "The Daily Dozen" checklist to good health. This is a reach back episode that was too important not to repeat.…
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"Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker, PhD (Part 2 of 2)
Have you ever had trouble getting to sleep, but didn't know why? Today we talk about Matthew Walker, PhD's 12 tips for healthy sleep. This comes from his very popular book "Why We Sleep". This episode is part 2 of 2. Cliff's "In the News" is FRESNO. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is DON'T KILL MY…
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"Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker, PhD (Part 1 of 2)
Join us as we discuss "Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker PhD. Sleep is the most important thing we can do to reset our brain and our body each day. Learn the health benefits of sleeping enough hours, and the detriment to your health when you don't get enough zzzzzzz's. Learn the two main factors...
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"Keep It Shut" by Karen Ehman
Our mouths can get us into trouble! No one wants to walk away from a conversation with regrets, feeling bad about what we said. This is a wonderful book and it is a throwback episode because it's that important. If someone close to you was asked if you were a good listener or if you talked too...
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"Living with Intention" by Markham & Jody Rollins
Time is the only thing we spend without knowing how much of it we have left. What a difference it makes in life when we don't come from the perspective that we have endless time, but live with intention. Let's talk about "Living with Intention" and what we learned from Mark and Jody Rollins....
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"Everyone Communicates Few Connect" by John C. Maxwell
John C. Maxwell has written so many incredible books, and this is definitely one of them. "Everyone Communicates Few Connect - What the Most Effective People Do Differently" explains that the ability to connect with others is a major determining factor in reaching our full potential...John…
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"Today Matters" by John C. Maxwell (part 2 of 2)
Today's episode is a Reach Back so we can include part 2 of the popular "Today Matters". Part 1 of "Today Matters" can be found last episode. The book is about the 12 daily practices that John C. Maxwell finds guarantee success. Cliff's "In the News" is GROUNDHOG DAY. Cliff's "Inside the Music"…
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"Today Matters" by John C. Maxwell (part 1 of 2)
Today we are doing a Reach Back that had a lot of listens. In John C. Maxwell's book, "Today Matters", we learn to make a major decision in each of 12 areas of our lives. By making these 12 decisions once, our lives are much easier and we are set-up for success. Cliff's In the News is the DOLLAR...
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"Small Life-Changing Habits" by Bev Nelson
There are certain habits that may sound small, but they have made a big difference in my life. Join us today for "Small Life-Changing Habits". Some of these habits you may do already, but others you might not. The episode also may get you thinking of some small thing you could do to reap big...
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Lessons Learned on Route 66
Cliff and I just got back from an epic trip on Historic Route 66 to celebrate it's 100th Birthday (1926 - 2026). Join us as we tell you about the Mother Road and what we learned while driving it. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is BURNING UP MY GOODYEARS. Music - "In" (music only) by Bev & Cliff…
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"The Organized Mind" by Daniel J. Levitin
Time for a retro rewind of a popular episode of Success by the Books from 2021. We have 5x's more data now than in 1986...talk about information overload! We're expected to make more decisions and make them faster than ever before. Join us as we bring you takeaways from Daniel J. Levitin's "The...
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"Ten Ways to Ignite Your Life" (Part 2 of 2) by Todd Durkin
Here is the second part of "Ten Ways to Ignite Your Life" by Todd Durkin. The five things last episode and the five things this episode will get you feeling energetic and strong so you can live out your dreams and goals. Cliff's "In the News" is SONS OF AMERICAN LEGION. Cliff's "Inside the Music"...
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Ten Ways to Ignite Your Life (Part 1 of 2) by Todd Durkin
The calendar says April, and we're guessing that some (or all) of those January resolutions have gone the way of the dodo. This is a two-part episode called "Ten Ways to Ignite Your Life" by Todd Durkin. Listen and get yourself back on track and feel great physically, emotionally, spiritually…
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Having and Being A Good Friend by Bev Nelson
There are a lot of lonely people in this world. Loneliness is an epidemic. I've heard multiple times that two weeks of being lonely is the same as smoking a pack of cigarettes a day. As people get older, it's often harder to make friends. Friends support a healthy immune system. Join us as we...
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"Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom
This month's "Best of Success by the Books" is "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom. It is a true story. Morrie was Mitch's favorite Professor and mentor through college. Chasing success, Mitch let this special relationship slip away. He got a second chance to take one more class from his dying...
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"Anti-Aging Foods" by Mark & Jody Rollins
We are bringing you the information we learned on a Youtube station called Retirement Tranformed. Mark and Jody Rollins spoke all about "Anti-Aging Foods". These are foods that improve your health, make you feel, and look better. Who wouldn't want all three of those benefits?! Cliff's "In the…
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"Sunday Secrets for a Productive Week" by Karen Ehman
Author, Karen Ehman, says that there are two secrets to having a productive week. Join us as we discuss the two "R's" rest and routine in this episode called "Sunday Secrets for a Productive Week". Set yourself up for success. Cliff's "In the News" is DOLPHIN SUPER PODS. Cliff's "Inside the…
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"The Energy Bus" by Jon Gordon
Best of Success by the Books: "The Energy Bus" by Jon Gordon is a Wall Street Journal Best Seller. The author takes us on an inspiring ride, in the form of a story, that reveals ten secrets to approaching life and work with positive, forward thinking that leads to a happier, more successful life…
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"Increased Energy" by Bev Nelson
Energy is "fuel" for our lives. You may see some people running around full of energy and vitality, and living their lives with exuberance...but you haven't felt that way in a long time. Today's episode "Increased Energy" will help you take a look at your current habits, and give you some...
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"Energy Savers - Decision Fatigue" by Bev Nelson
This week and next week we will be discussing ways to save energy. Today it's about decision fatigue. The average adult makes 35,000 decisions a day! Let's bring back some energy to your day. Join us for "Energy Savers - Decision Fatigue". Cliff's "In the News" is THE MISSION INN. Cliff's "Inside...
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"The Road Back to You" by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile
In today's episode we learn about the Enneagram in the popular book "The Road Back to You" by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile. I read this as a recommendation from my friend, Karyn Williams. Listen and find out more about yourself and others you know. Why do we do what we do? Very interesting stuff!...
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Best of Success by the Books:"A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller
A new feature for 2026 is a once a month throwback of our highest downloaded shows. This month's episode is #14 which originally aired 7/3/19. Here is "A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller. Every life is a story, and whether we live a life worth telling and talking about is up to...
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"You at Eighty Five Years Old" by Lisa Arendale
We can get older without getting old. What we do today can greatly impact who we are at eighty-five years old. Join us in this episode as we discuss what you can do now to keep your independence into your 80's. This information comes from a keynote speech by Lisa Arendale at a conference Bev...
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"Sticking To It" by Bev Nelson
Did you know that 85% of people, who make goals for the year, quit them by the 2nd Friday in January? You have made goals that mean a lot to you. You want to follow through this year. Join us as we discuss "Sticking To It". Learn why people quit and how to avoid that happening to you. Cliff's "In...
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"Create an Epic 2026" by Todd Durkin
This week we discover how to "Create an Epic 2026" through Todd Durkin's life-changing questions in his Annual Strategic Plan. I've done this for the last few years and it gives me so much clarity for the months ahead. The Annual Strategic Plan is part of Todd's God-Sized Dreams Planner. Cliff's...
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"Looking Back Before Going Forward" by Todd Durkin
One of my favorite authors and podcasters is Todd Durkin. Every year, Todd offers an Annual Strategic Plan, a Journal, and a God-Sized Dream Planner. I have purchased this system every year since it was first offered. Today, I will ask you some of Todd's questions to help you catch the takeaways...
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Tips for the Holidays by Brittney Tollinchi
Tips for the Holidays by Brittney Tollinchi gives us great advice on how to do more of the things we would love to do during the season, not just what we feel obligated to do. Cliff's "In the News" is ELECTRIC EGG COOKERS. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is SUPPLY & DEMAND. Music - "Mama's Got Her...
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"Clutter-free Gift Ideas" by Bev Nelson
Many of our friends have been actively decluttering recently. Do any of us want to fill that empty space, we've created, with more things we don't need? Join us as we discuss "Clutter-free Gifts". These are gifts that are personalized to the recipient and will not be more clutter. Cliff's "In the...
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"Save Big Money on Groceries" by Clutter Bug
Let's face it, groceries are getting more expensive all the time. On this episode, we learn from one of the expert, Clutter Bug, how to save money on our grocery bill and keep that cheddar in your pocket. This goes way beyond making a list and not going to the store hungry. Cliff's "In the News"…
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"Multitasking is a Myth" by Bev Nelson
Fot so long, people thought they were saving so much time and being so smart to toggle between two different tasks...research shows otherwise. Join us as we save you time and spare you from anxiety by proving that "Multitasking is a Myth". Cliff's "In the News" is MEXICAN TRAIN GAME. Cliff's...
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"Three Things To Do Today for an Easier Tomorrow" by Karen Ehman
Today's episode is called "Three Things To Do Today for an Easier Tomorrow" by Karen Ehman. Learn how to finish the today strong, get a jump start on tomorrow, and have a plan to complete the needle-moving tasks. Cliff's "In the News" is BANANAS. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is THE ROAD BACK HOME....
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"Be the Boss of Your Screens" by Karen Ehman
Modern technology is supposed to be a tool, but to more and more of us it has become the boss of us, rather than us the boss of it. Join us as we discuss "Be the Boss of Your Screens" by Karen Ehman. This is a chapter from the book she wrote with Ruth Schwenk called "The Love Your Life Project"....
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"Eat To Stay Sharp" by Alyssa Jung
"Eat To Stay Sharp" is an article by Alyssa Jung. This is about the MIND Diet which is the most comprehensive way to eat to fight Alzheimer's and Dementia. We discuss what we are to be eating, serving size, and how many servings per week to help our brain be strong. Cliff's "In the News" is UBE...
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Life Hacks That Help Your Home Run Smoother (Part 2 of 2) by Laura at Get Organized HQ
Join us for part 2 of 2 as we bring you "Life Hacks That Help Your Home Run Smoother" by Laura at Get Organized HQ. Who couldn't use a little help at home from an organizational expert? Cliff's "In the News" is BAQUETTES. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is DRIVE. Music - "Guilty" (music only) by Bev &...
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"Life Hacks That Help Your Home Run Smoother" (Part 1 of 2) by Laura @ Get Organized HQ
I would think that everyone wants to know how to have their life be a little more seamless. Laura @ Get Organized HQ is an expert in this field. In today's episode we discuss nine of her "Life Hacks That Help Your Home Run Smoother". This is part one of two. Sit back and enjoy! Cliff's "In the...
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The Faithful Five by Karyn Williams
This episode is about the "Faithful Five". These are the five non-negotiables to a healthy and fit body per Bev's Faithful & Fit Coach, Karyn Williams. Karyn is a Certified Natural Fitness Coach who has done the research and has experienced the Faithful Five firsthand in her success and the…
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"Test Your Inflammation Know-How" (Prevention Magazine)
How much do you really know about inflammation? Join this episode as we "Test Your Inflammation Know-How". You will learn a lot about a very common, yet mysterious topic that could help you down the line. Cliff's "In the News" is SUTTER CREEK, CALIFORNIA. Cliff's "Inside the Music" is I ONLY…
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"Finish Strong" by Bev Nelson
We're half way through the year already! Are you where you thought you would be, by this time, in regards to the goals and intentions you made in January? Whether you are or you aren't, today episode talks about what we all need to do to finish strong by the end of 2025! Cliff's "In the News" is...
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Success by the Books - The Bev and Cliff Notes takes expert advice from the experts in their industries and condenses it down in a fun and entertaining way. The show is for people who want to read the life-changing books but don't have the time. Bev and Cliff will dig into the chapters, and supply you with the major takeaways so you can dig into your life. It's the short cut to set you and your day up for success. Listen-Learn-Live.
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