Win Make Give with Ben Kinney

The Hidden Tax of Distraction

Entrepreneurs don't suffer from a lack of information—they suffer from a lack of decisions. In this episode, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams unpack why endless learning, planning, and consuming advice can quietly replace real progress. You'll learn how indecision disguises itself as preparation, why clarity requires commitment, and how making fewer, stronger decisions can accelerate momentum in your business and leadership. Sometimes the breakthrough isn't learning more—it's finally deciding. ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ [https://www.benkinney.com/] • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob [https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob] • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ [https://chadhyams.com/] • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ [https://winmakegive.com/speakers/] More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive [https://www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive] • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up [https://winmakegive.com/sign-up] • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ [https://winmakegive.com/] Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Unlocking Success: The Power of Prioritizing Your Day

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart join Ben Kinney on the Win Make Give podcast to discuss the power of having a clear sense of priority. Ben reveals his strategy of focusing on monthly goals rather than long-term plans, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing tasks effectively. He shares insights into building a successful business by maintaining control of time and efficiently organizing priorities into daily and weekly tasks. Listeners can also access free priority sheets to optimize their own planning and productivity, fostering a culture of accountability and success within their organization. ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ [https://www.benkinney.com/] • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob [https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob] • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ [https://chadhyams.com/] • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ [https://winmakegive.com/speakers/] More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive [https://www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive] • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up [https://winmakegive.com/sign-up] • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ [https://winmakegive.com/] Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 The Importance of Priority in Leadership and Time Management 04:01 Achieving Big Dreams Through Small, Monthly Goals 7:42 Prioritizing Tasks to Achieve Long-Term Goals 12:07 Implementing Priority Sheets for Enhanced Business Productivity 17:52 Embracing Flexibility Over Long-Term Planning for Success

Stop Forcing False Choices

Join Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart as they delve into leadership's nine false choices that often force unnecessary decisions. Explore how to balance growing a business with improving systems and hold team members accountable while being supportive. Discover insights into managing new versus old leads, and hiring new talent in productive cultures, while maintaining a balance between confidence and humility. Packed with practical insights and engaging dialogue, this episode encourages leaders to adopt an "and" approach, promoting growth and productivity across various business environments. ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ [https://www.benkinney.com/] • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob [https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob] • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ [https://chadhyams.com/] • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ [https://winmakegive.com/speakers/] More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive [https://www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive] • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up [https://winmakegive.com/sign-up] • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ [https://winmakegive.com/] Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Balancing Business Growth and System Improvement Without False Choices 08:43 Balancing Accountability and Support in Leadership 12:11 Balancing New Leads and Database Management for Business Growth 20:12 Balancing Speed and Precision in Business Decisions 25:31 Balancing Culture and Performance in the Workplace 29:15 Balancing Confidence and Humility in Leadership

Your Phone Is Either a Weapon or a Wound

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart discuss transforming your smartphone into a productivity powerhouse rather than a distraction. They delve into utilizing phones for building relationships through calls, setting Do Not Disturb for focused time, and using lock screens as vision boards. Discover tips on leveraging phones for mental recharging, on-demand learning via podcasts and audiobooks, and capturing fleeting ideas with note-taking apps. This episode offers practical steps to help you harness the power of your mobile device, ultimately guiding you toward greater personal and professional success. ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ [https://www.benkinney.com/] • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob [https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob] • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ [https://chadhyams.com/] • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ [https://winmakegive.com/speakers/] More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive [https://www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive] • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up [https://winmakegive.com/sign-up] • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ [https://winmakegive.com/] Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:00 Olympic Highlights and the Excitement of Winter Sports 03:45 Transforming Phones From Distractions to Tools for Success 10:45 The Power of Phone Calls in Building and Maintaining Relationships 6:10 Mastering Phone Settings for Focus and Productivity 20:51 The Surprising Lack of Knowledge About Abraham Lincoln's Presidency 23:16 Using Vision Boards and Lock Screens for Goal Setting 26:38 Intentional Phone Use for Mental Recharge and Learning 31:19 Fixing Smart Toilets and Childhood Memories 32:55 Six Ways to Use Your Phone Wisely

Unlocking Leadership Mental Health: Insights from Melissa Doman

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart host Mel Doman, author of "Cornered Office," to explore leadership mental health. Mel challenges societal norms by focusing on the well-being of leaders, emphasizing their need for support. The conversation covers the importance of community, personal well-being non-negotiables, and workplace communication. Mel shares insights on leadership dynamics, offers practical mental health strategies, and concludes with a unique Chewbacca impression. This episode provides valuable perspectives on maintaining mental health within leadership roles. Connect with Melissa at https://www.melissadoman.com/ [https://www.melissadoman.com/] ---------- Connect with the hosts: • Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ [https://www.benkinney.com/] • Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob [https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob] • Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ [https://chadhyams.com/] • Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ [https://winmakegive.com/speakers/] More ways to connect: • Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive [https://www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive] • Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up [https://winmakegive.com/sign-up] • Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ [https://winmakegive.com/] Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network 00:08 - Parenting, Language, and Baseball Cards as Consequences 03:52 - Real Conversations on Mental Health and Workplace Dynamics 08:50 - Reevaluating Leadership Mental Health and Societal Expectations 14:12 - Embracing Neurodiversity as a Leadership Asset 19:30 - Leaders' Mental Health: Balancing Vulnerability and Professionalism 28:38 - Finding Personal Joy Beyond the Wellness Industry 33:19 - Mental Health Support