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Food delivery is great. One of the best modern conveniences. But are you sure that all of your food is making it to you? Food delivery drivers are here to give us a lesson in accepting the little problems in daily life. And if you're looking for a significant other, what's the most important quality? Attractive? Funny? Successful? You might be surprised at what most people are looking for. We hope you're looking for this new episode of Second Shot! Article links: https://n.pr/2MrtzKI https://bit.ly/33371Wp

Your reputation is everything. A good person with a bad reputation isn't going to get very far. In today's world of social media, personal and professional reputations can take a nose dive, often without any merit whatsoever. So when an axe-throwing business owner gets taken to the woodshed, do they let it cut into their image or swing back? And a Texas boy finds out that it pays to do the right thing for the right reasons, and that you're never too young to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit. Go online and leave us a 5-star review as you listen to this new episode of Second Shot! Article links: https://bit.ly/2ycfGaW https://bit.ly/2MgHqU8

They say the face is the mirror to the mind, but who owns your face? If you've been having some fun with the latest social media craze, another country might be looking at you right now! A real life lesson in how the little things can have big consequences. Also, college isn't for everyone, including some of the people that graduated. In fact, a lot of folks are having student's remorse. Is there more to college than a degree? Get a weekly dose of higher education with this new episode of Second Shot! Article links: https://on.mktw.net/2LWjTaY https://washex.am/2XYNO4I

You may not realize it, but you make assumptions every day. "I won't get into a car wreck on the way to work." "This person is telling me the truth." "My ice cream isn't pre-licked." Alexa Conomos and Ron Corning, former news anchors and hosts of the podcast "Morning After with Ron and Alexa," join us this week to discuss how things aren't always what they seem and if we're not paying attention, that delicious ice cream we just bought could actually be leftovers already. Also, everyone in the room is familiar with leaving a job. How could their former companies have made them more willing to stay? What's the one thing your employer could be doing to make you love your job that much more? Even if someone listened to this episode before you, there's nothing wrong with going in for seconds of this new Second Shot! Learn more about Ron and Alexa's show at https://amafterlive.com/

Some might tell you it's all or nothing. Play to win or don't play at all. If you're not first, you're last. In some races, though, second place can be more than enough to turn your life around. How long do you hold out to be a runner-up? Also, there's a lot of us who have probably made a mistake or two while under the influence of alcohol. How many of yours involve a credit card and a shopping website? There's a lot of folks right alongside you. There's also a lot of folks (including you!) who should check out this new episode of Second Shot!

There might be many things on your to-do list. Hopefully, listening to this podcast is one of them. Do you have one big list, or several? What's the best way to manage all your tasks? Katrina Teeple, founder of Operation Organization, is back to help us turn our to-dos into all-dones. And what do you do if the biggest roadblock to your success is you? How do you recognize it? One large retail chain is starting to realize that they are their worst competition. Go ahead - check off that box that says "Listen to the new episode of Second Shot!"

If there's one thing that all of us could probably use a little more of, it's organization. Katrina Teeple, founder of Operation Organization, is our guest this week and is an expert (as you may have guessed) at organization. There's probably quite a few of you out there who have a four or five digit number out to the side of your email inbox. How do you get that under control? That might be a challenge you need to overcome. What are some others? The crew runs down some of the things that could have been huge roadblocks for them, and how they've managed to work through it. Get your emails in order and relax with this new episode of Second Shot!

What's the difference between a coach and a mentor? Our guest Maranda Kirk is back to teach us a few things about coaching and why it can help you even if you feel you have everything figured out. (You don't) Also, they always say to put on a happy face. Grin and bear it. Put your best foot forward. But is faking a smile detrimental to your health? There might be a not-so-hidden cost to bottling up some of that work frustration. Let it all out and kick back with this new episode of Second Shot!

What's your type? That's the big question this week as we're joined by Maranda Kirk, an expert of Enneagram. Are you a helper? A visionary? A perfectionist? Can you ever really change your personality? And we've all heard the expression "Fast, cheap, or good - pick two." Well there's a bigger list when it comes to your life priorities. Which will you choose? We hope you at least choose to listen to this new episode of Second Shot!

Getting hacked can be bad news. Hacking your life, though? What are some of your favorite life hacks that make the daily grind just a little easier? Also, can you put a number on your hardships? Should we credit others more for the struggles they've overcome, and do you credit yourself enough for your own victories over adversity? We know one surefire life hack that will help you overcome your current lack of a great podcast - listen to this new episode of Second Shot!

It pays to be original. Or perhaps, it DOESN'T pay to copy someone. One NBA team found out the hard way that chasing after someone else's work can be easy in the short term but comes with a big cost. Speaking of cost, how much would a year of your life cost? How about several decades of your life? One man had a value assigned to most of his life. What's yours? We'd love it if you took a little of your valuable time and gave it to this new episode of Second Shot!

What can a $100,000-a-night private island resort teach you about your own self-worth? A lot, actually, and if you're a small business owner or a freelancer you know how bad it can be to charge less than what you're worth. How do you balance between commanding the proper price tag and allowing the most people to enjoy the breezy island getaway that is your business? Also, there's a lot of talk about the scarcity of natural resources. Have you ever thought about the scarcity of emotional resources? Sustainability is not only important to the environment, it's important to your family, co-workers, and yourself. Fuel up with this latest episode of Second Shot!

Everyone wants the best in child care, but what if you could somehow mix Mary Poppins and James Bond? That's the choice facing the royal couple as they welcome their new baby, but what can that also teach us about excellence in our own lives? Also, some celebrities are hesitant to share photos of their children due to the spectre of "mommy shaming." As we approach Mother's Day, it's important to step back and wonder why it is the moms get it so hard. No mommy shaming around here, but we'd love it if you lightly shamed some folks into checking out this new episode of Second Shot! (and you definitely won't want to miss the very special guest!)

You may not know it, but most of us likely have an addiction we're battling. Some can be more obvious, like drugs or alcohol. Some can feel like success, like an addiction to work or money. And some can simply feel like part of life. Our guest this week is Michael Molthan, aka M2, and his story is one you won't believe. From building multi-million dollar homes to being arrested more than two dozen times, M2 has dedicated his life to spreading the message of recovery. What can he, and a little golfer named Tiger Woods, teach us about second...third...or fourth chances? M2 is one of the few that truly embodies the meaning of a Second Shot! Learn more about M2 at m2therock.com

Everyone knows you better be on the ball when your significant other hits you with the dreaded "Do I look pretty" question. One husband found out the hard way that you don't simply pretend not to hear it. But what can that teach us about the "bids" that we're missing in our own relationships, and how many does it take to really change things? Also, it may not be the best furniture in the world, but it can feel really good to take that box of Ikea parts and turn it into a chair or a bookshelf. The "Ikea Effect" is real and can be seen in many places beyond the floor of your living room. While you're piecing together that new curio cabinet, check out this new episode of Second Shot! (Don't worry, we did all the work for you)