In this episode of RDR, Scott sits down with Penny Zenker, a world-renowned productivity expert and author of The Productivity Zone and The Reset Mindset. Penny shares her journey from experiencing a life-changing event at 19 to becoming a leading authority on focus and productivity.
She introduces her "Reset Moments" framework, explaining how both big and small resets can help us reduce stress, boost productivity, and stay aligned with our goals. Penny also offers practical tips for business owners on prioritizing tasks, avoiding the pitfalls of multitasking, and creating habits that foster intentional leadership.
Whether you're a small business owner or simply looking for ways to improve your focus, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you reset, refocus, and lead with clarity. Tune in to learn how you can transform chaos into clarity with Penny's proven strategies!
Episode Markers:
(0:00) - Introduction & Overview
(1:00) - Reflecting on Accomplishments
(3:00) - Journaling and Self-Awareness
(4:45) - Introduction to Reset Moments
(7:45) - Daily Reset Moments & Their Importance
(8:30) - Perspective Shifts and Fear Cues
(9:50) - The Challenges of Multitasking
(12:00) - The Importance of Presence
(13:30) - Reset Moments for Small Business Owners
(16:30) - Prioritization and False Urgencies
(17:00) - Practical Hacks
(21:20) - The 80/20 Rule for Prioritization
(22:50) - Creating Consistency with Reset Moments
(24:00) - The Three Gatekeepers: Rules, Filters, and Environment
(30:00) - Building a Team Reset Culture
(34:00) - Strengths & Weaknesses
(35:20) - The Power of Language and Reset Moments
