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The Overlap PodcastSweat Equity Secrets: Build Business Success Through Consistency and Resilience What does it take to turn sweat equity into business success? In Episode 176 of the Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines unpack the power of sweat equity for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Learn how grit, consistency, and humility translate from the gym to the boardroom. Drawing parallels between physical training and business growth, they share insights on building resilience and staying committed, even when the odds feel stacked against you. Perfect for entrepreneurs seeking practical strategies to scale their business, this episode will inspire you to put in the reps and achieve lasting success. Tune in now...2025-06-1835 min
The Overlap PodcastThe Cost of Winning: Balancing Success and Sanity What does it really take to achieve success without losing your mind? In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines dive into the hidden emotional, physical, and relational costs of pursuing ambitious goals in business and life. They explore the pressures of scaling a business, the burnout that can follow, and practical strategies to stay grounded. From navigating high-stakes moments to finding balance through fitness, faith, and family rhythms, this episode offers actionable insights for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving for meaningful success. Tune in to discover how to thrive under pressure while...2025-06-1147 min
The Overlap PodcastSmall Gestures, Big Impact: Boosting Team and Family Bonds How can small gestures transform your leadership and relationships? Discover how simple, intentional acts of appreciation can strengthen your team, family, and personal connections without costing a dime. In this quick-hit episode of the Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines share actionable insights on recognizing the unsung heroes in your work and home life. Learn how to foster genuine connections, boost morale, and create a culture of gratitude that drives growth across all areas of life. What You Will Learn: Why small, genuine gestures outshine grand displays in building relationships How to identify opportunities for meaningful appreciation in y...2025-05-2818 min
The Overlap Podcast5 Business Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make What separates thriving businesses from those that fail? In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines unpack five critical mistakes that can derail your business and share actionable insights to avoid them. Drawing from their own experiences in entrepreneurship and lessons from jujitsu, they explore how to stay competitive, embrace criticism, and prioritize profit. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode offers practical strategies to fuel growth across work, leadership, and life. What You Will Learn How to identify and reach your target market effectively Why throwing money at problems...2025-05-1450 min
The Overlap PodcastThe Power of Community: Enriching Life Through Connection How can community transform your life and success? Discover the profound impact of building meaningful connections in this quick-hit episode of the Overlap Podcast. Hosts Sid and Keith dive into the intersections of work, fitness, faith, and leadership, exploring how community fuels personal growth and enriches every aspect of life. From shared suffering to diverse friend groups, learn why prioritizing community is a game-changer for your happiness and success. What You Will Learn Why community is a critical driver of personal and professional success How shared experiences accelerate friendships and growth Practical ways to find and build diverse communities that...2025-05-0724 min
The Overlap PodcastStaying Focused: Productivity Over Busyness Why do we glorify being busy, and how can we shift to meaningful productivity? In episode 169 of the Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines dive into the critical difference between being busy and being productive. They explore how modern culture perpetuates the "busy" badge of honor and share actionable strategies to stay focused in a world full of distractions. From leveraging the Pareto Principle to mastering calendar management, this episode offers practical insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone striving to make an impact in their work and life. Tune in to learn how to align your efforts with y...2025-04-301h 05
The Overlap PodcastBusiness Tips Unpacked: Overlap Echo Picks 5 of the Best How can small business owners boost productivity and protect their time? Join Overlap Echo, your AI host, as Sid and Keith take a break off the grid, leaving us with a quick-hit episode packed with their sharpest insights. From mastering your day to building a winning team and communicating effectively, this episode delivers actionable strategies to run your business smarter. Perfect for entrepreneurs looking to sharpen their edge without the fluff. What You’ll Learn How a simple app can transform your daily productivity. The one trait that trumps experience when hiring for your team. Why trusting your instincts could be...2025-04-0917 min
The Overlap PodcastCrafting a Winning Communications Plan How can a communications plan transform your business outreach? Join hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines on this episode of the Overlap Podcast as they unpack the art of intentional communication. From targeting the right audience to tailoring messages for specific platforms, they reveal how a solid plan can boost engagement and drive results. Whether you’re a small business owner or a leader looking to sharpen your marketing, this episode offers practical insights to help you thrive in today’s digital landscape. What You Will Learn Why a communications plan is more than just a marketing budget. How to ma...2025-04-0246 min
The Overlap PodcastHow to Say No: Boost Focus and Reclaim Your Time for Business and Life Why is saying no the secret to thriving in business and life? Discover the power of saying no in this quick-hit episode of the Overlap Podcast. Hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines dive into how mastering this simple word can transform your focus, protect your time, and align your priorities—whether you’re a small business owner, a leader, or just trying to balance it all. Drawing from personal stories and actionable insights, they explore the shift from saying yes early in your career to embracing no as a tool for growth and fulfillment later on. Tune in to learn how...2025-03-2617 min
The Overlap PodcastWhy, When, and How to Build Incentive Programs That Work for Small Business Leaders How can small business leaders design incentive programs that boost team engagement without breaking the bank? In this episode of the Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid and Keith unpack the art and science of creating effective incentive programs for small businesses. Drawing from real-world experiences—like ski trips with peer groups and biotech events—they explore how to align team goals with business success. From cash bonuses to non-monetary rewards like gift cards, they reveal practical strategies to motivate employees while keeping systems simple and sustainable. Whether you’re a startup founder or a seasoned manager, this episode offers actionable insights to elev...2025-03-1959 min
The Overlap PodcastTrusting Your Gut: The Power of Instinct in Business and Life What if your gut instinct could save your business—or cost you everything? Join hosts Sid and Keith in this quick-hit episode of the Overlap Podcast as they explore the art of trusting your gut. Drawing from personal stories and leadership lessons, they unpack when intuition is your greatest asset and when it might lead you astray. Perfect for small business owners and entrepreneurs, this episode delivers actionable insights at the intersection of work, family, and leadership—all in under 30 minutes. What You Will Learn How to harness your gut instinct to make smarter decisions. The surprising link between expertise and i...2025-03-0528 min
The Overlap PodcastHow to Build a Culture of Critical Thinking: Lessons from Business, Parenting, and Personal GrowthAre you struggling to foster critical thinking in your workplace or at home? In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, Sid and Keith dive deep into the art of cultivating a culture that values intellectual honesty, accountability, and creative problem-solving. Learn how the lessons from business leadership can overlap with parenting, personal growth, and community building to create lasting success. What You'll Learn: The importance of modeling critical thinking in both business and parenting Why allowing mistakes leads to growth and innovation How data-driven decisions can override emotional biases T...2025-02-1257 min
The Overlap PodcastThe Overlooked Heroes: Recognizing Your Best People in Business and LifeAre you giving enough credit to the people who make everything run smoothly? We spend so much time focusing on problems—rooting out underperformers and fixing what’s broken—but what about those who show up, work hard, and never make a fuss? In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, Sid and Keith challenge leaders, business owners, and parents to rethink how they appreciate top performers. Because the truth is, they might not know how much they matter to you—unless you tell them. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The crucial role of recognition...2025-02-0516 min
The Overlap PodcastUnlocking Business Growth: Highlights From Overlap’s Best Episodes What’s the secret to scaling your business while maintaining clarity and intentionality? In this special “best of” episode, Sid and Keith revisit some of the most impactful lessons from Overlap’s top episodes, packed with financial strategies, leadership insights, and practical advice for business owners. Get ready to laugh, learn, and take actionable steps to elevate your personal and professional growth. What You’ll Learn: How to recalibrate your business finances and cut overhead effectively. The importance of focusing on core strengths to achieve greater efficiency. Strategies for having tough conversations with employees and alignin...2025-01-2225 min
The Overlap PodcastThe Power of Conversations: Transforming Self-Talk and LeadershipAre the conversations you’re having with yourself holding you back? In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, Sid Sexton and Keith Glines dive into how the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives, leadership, and relationships. Learn how to break free from negative self-talk, embrace honest dialogue, and step into your potential. What You'll Learn How self-talk influences your personal and professional life. Practical tips for identifying and challenging limiting beliefs. The importance of clarity in conversations with yourself and others. Strategies to embrace self-awareness and build resilience. Key Topics Discussed The science of...2025-01-1556 minThe Overlap PodcastEP 151 - AI in Action: Transforming Time and Tasks with Sid and KeithJoin Sid and Keith on Episode 151 as they dive into the world of AI from their unique perspectives. From managing busy schedules to enhancing business strategies, they share insights on how AI tools like Grok, ChatGPT, Claude, and Motion are transforming their daily operations and personal lives. Learn how they're using these technologies to simplify complex tasks, optimize time, and even prepare for physical recovery post-surgery. Plus, hear about their latest projects, tune in for a blend of technology, personal growth, and actionable advice tailored for small business leaders. AI Discussion: AI Tools Mentioned: Grok: Provided by X...2024-12-0440 minThe Overlap PodcastMilestone Moments: Celebrating 150 Episodes with Our Better Halves - EP 150In this special 150th episode of the Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid and Keith reflect on their journey and the importance of relationships in entrepreneurship. Joined by their wives, Stephanie Glines and Jordan Sexton, they explore the often-overlooked stories of those who support entrepreneurs from behind the scenes. Key Topics Discussed Milestone Celebration: The hosts celebrate reaching 150 episodes and express gratitude to their listeners. The Role of Spouses: Discussion on how being married to an entrepreneur impacts both partners, including the challenges and rewards. Common Experiences: The wives share their perspectives on the ups and downs of...2024-11-211h 46The Overlap PodcastThe Last Mile: Strategies for Finishing Strong- Ep. 141Cue the motivational music of your choice - Survivor’s “Eye of the Tiger,” Queen’s “We Are The Champions,” Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill,” Elton John’s “The Bitch Is Back,” John Williams’ “Duel of the Fates,” or even the theme tune to “Laverne and Shirley” … schlemiel, schlimazel, Hasenpfeffer incorporated and whatnot … we’re gonna make it!) Bottom of the ninth, one run down, bases loaded with tie on third and the win on second looking born to run. Two strikes and you’ve got the bat in hand - can you hit it out of the park for you and your business...2024-08-0837 minThe Overlap PodcastDetachedPitchforks - check. Torches - check. A somehow seemingly impromptu song about storming a castle to kill its animal-like occupant that all of the dozens of random townfolk gathered together somehow all know … … you can really only check that one if you’re in the touring production of “Beauty and the Beast” (and we hope you aren’t that “I NEED … SIX EGGS” woman from the opening number because … girl, are you okay?) The danger that is the mob mentality does often lead to such chicanery, buffoonery and, yes, even an occasional score written by EGOTer Alan Menken … but how does this apply to...2024-07-111h 04The Overlap PodcastJust Say You're SorryThis week on Episode 137 of The Overlap Podcast, Sid and Keith dive into the power of a simple yet profound act: saying you're sorry. Sometimes in life, we need our great musical artists to help give us the motivation and words we need to take action in our own lives - is now one of those times? Well… with this week’s problem we will try to tackle on The Overlap podcast, it’s a bit tricky - a problem that made Cher try to turn back time, had Elton John finding it hard to find the words...2024-07-0224 minThe Overlap PodcastThis Too Shall Pass #136In this quick-hit episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines discuss the phrase "This too shall pass." They explore the meaning behind this saying and how it can be applied to both challenging and positive situations in life and business. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights about how this perspective has helped them navigate through difficult times and maintain a balanced outlook. They emphasize the importance of not getting overly attached to either negative or positive circumstances, as both are temporary and will eventually change. The episode offers a reminder to listeners that even...2024-06-1823 minThe Overlap PodcastThe Quarterly Meeting: A Deep Dive into the EOS Framework for Business Success with Forrest Derr #135 Episode Description: In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines are joined by Forrest Derr, an EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Implementer. They delve into the significance of quarterly meetings in the EOS framework and how they can benefit businesses of all sizes. Forrest explains the structure and purpose of quarterly meetings, emphasizing the importance of getting offsite, reviewing the company's vision, addressing issues, and setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for the next quarter. The conversation also touches on the role of EOS implementers in guiding businesses through the EOS...2024-06-121h 04The Overlap PodcastStop Doing $20 An Hour Work #134 In this quick-hit episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines discuss the concept of not doing "$20 an hour work." They explore how delegating tasks that can be outsourced can free up valuable time for business owners and leaders to focus on higher-value activities that generate more income and growth. The hosts emphasize the importance of identifying tasks that are not essential for you to do personally and finding ways to offload them, whether through hiring employees, utilizing virtual assistants, or leveraging outsourcing platforms. By doing so, individuals can prioritize their strengths, pursue new business opportunities...2024-06-0529 minThe Overlap PodcastDon't React, Respond: A Strategic Approach to Business Challenges #133In this episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines delve into the dangers of reacting impulsively to business challenges. Sharing personal anecdotes of how knee-jerk reactions have led to financial losses and organizational chaos, Sid and Keith emphasize the importance of taking a step back before making any rash decisions. They provide valuable insights on how to identify the root cause of a problem, brainstorm solutions collaboratively with your team, and avoid fear-based or ego-driven choices. Tune in for practical tips on how to navigate business challenges with a calm and strategic approach.2024-05-2958 minThe Overlap PodcastEOS Conference Recap 2024 #132Join hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines in this enlightening episode of the Overlap podcast as they delve into the recent 2024 EOS Conference. Fresh from the event, Sid and Keith share their comprehensive recap and the valuable insights they gained. They’ll discuss key takeaways from the keynote speeches, highlight innovative strategies introduced at the conference, and reflect on how these can impact businesses moving forward. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader, or just curious about the latest in organizational strategies, this episode offers a treasure trove of knowledge and ideas to help you stay ahead in the dy...2024-05-1543 minThe Overlap PodcastTodd Greer: Innovation Portal #131Join hosts Sid Sexton and Keith Glines on a captivating journey through the intersections of business and personal growth in this episode of "The Overlap." This week, they welcome Todd Greer, a seasoned startup advisor, educator, and community builder. With his extensive background, including roles at the Innovation Portal and the University of Mobile, Todd shares invaluable insights on leadership, community involvement, and organizational development. In this episode, Sid, Keith, and Todd dive deep into discussions about how personal experiences shape professional paths, the power of community engagement, and the dynamics of innovation in small businesses. They...2024-05-081h 30The Overlap PodcastBegin with the End In Mind #128Do you remember back in the late 20th century when people would go on vacations to exotic locales like Paris, London, Rome and Des Moines, Iowa, and would make sure to take hundreds or even thousands of photos of said vacations? Do you recall that they would take the plethora of photos and have them turned into slides that could be inserted into a projector and displayed on a large surface so that all of their family and friends that didn’t go on the exotic vacation to Des Moines could now see every moment and have it painstakingly na...2024-04-0351 minThe Overlap PodcastWho Not How #119Talent Maps. Impact Filters. Culture as a Guardrail. With phrases like these in store for this week’s episode, a set of scenarios could currently exist - renegade influencers have hijacked the podcast and turned it into a makeup tutorial, our boys have somehow managed to conjure up the ghost of Canadian philosopher and media theorist Marshall McLuhan for a rousing conversation, or we are getting a deep dive into the terrific tome “Who Not How” by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy. Which one is it? We’ll never tell… Except it’s obviously the third one, as fun as wa...2024-01-161h 01The Overlap PodcastAttitude of Gratitude #118If the writing staff is allowed to cite previous show notes as precedent and therefore indisputable, bedrock fact … and we believe we are … then we feel comfortable once again bringing you relevant words from the Guardian Angel of this podcast, the Patron Saint of Parrotheads and Knight of the Realm Sir James Buffett - “Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes/nothing remains quite the same.” So wise, so succinct, so true … but Sir James doesn’t give us much guidance as to what sort of attitudinal change we might expect. Thank the gods our boys Sid and Keith are he...2024-01-0924 min
The Overlap PodcastLeadership Lessons From Napoleon w/ Chris BellDear listeners, as 2023 comes to a close, we here at the Overlap Podcast ask ourselves a very simple question that really brings everything into focus, a question so purely essential that we can’t believe it has taken us this long to get here to bring this vital information to your every day life, words that will change every facet of your life down to the molecular level - “Hmmm, what would Napoleon Bonaparte do if he was here?” (Sounds of thousands of minds being blown at the same time across the Overlap listening universe) If the...2023-12-191h 07The Overlap PodcastMastering the Art of Planning with the Plan or Get Slaughtered Method #115The writing staff here at the Overlap Podcast got excited this week when saw the words “Mastering the Art Of” in the show summary because we assumed it was some sort of bizarro tribute to the late, great Julia Child and we had visions of Keith comically slicing off a few fingers while trying to demonstrate how to properly gratinee an onion. And while the writer’s room is sad that isn’t the case (though, logically, we should have known that a business podcast probably wouldn’t pivot to provincial French cooking … especially for a largely audio podcast), you dear lis...2023-11-141h 09The Overlap PodcastBrad Israel: Overcoming Adversity #108While the world of business and commerce likes to borrow phrases from and encourage references to the realm of war and battle when talking about itself, the stakes differ wildly between those two worlds, right? As much as you might want to call an upcoming board of directors meeting a long-awaited battle and as bad as it might possibly go, it’s still not going to be the Somme or Gallipoli (Though Keith’s continued campaign of battles against adult Illiteracy are somewhat equally painful to watch). While the … Overlap … between the two worlds may not be as much...2023-09-191h 37The Overlap PodcastWhy Enneagram Matters with Kerry Flowers #107This is normally where the writing staff tries to be cute and make some sort of weird pop culture reference that vaguely ties into the weekly subject for that podcast episode, but this week, honestly … the writing staff doesn’t know enough about Enneagrams to be able to do the usual spiel and spent thirty minutes kicking around ideas about telegrams, Bananagrams, Teddy Grahams … clearly, wouldn’t have been worthy of introducing a truly noteworthy episode of the Overlap Podcast. This week, our boys Sid and Keith are joined by Enneagram Expert Kerry Flowers to learn how to utili...2023-09-121h 12The Overlap PodcastTransitioning People out #106“It’s sad to think we’re not gonna make it and it’s gotten to the point where we just can’t fake it. For some ungodly reason, we just won’t let it die because … neither one of us wants to be the first to say goodbye.” Lyrics just as true now as they were when Gladys Knight and the Pips released them to the world on Boxing Day in 1972. But, Overlap Podcast Writing Staff, what does this random piece of Gladys Knight apocrypha have to do with anything? Ah, dear listeners, it contains everything we cover on this...2023-09-0518 minThe Overlap PodcastWhy We Read #105For this week’s Overlap Podcast, we ask a simple question: what do actor LeVar Burton, former First Ladies Barbara and Laura Bush, and Drag Queen Supreme RuPaul Andre Charles all have in common? Answer: they all know that “Reading is Fundamental.” This week, our boys Sid and Keith discuss why everyone must make reading an intentional and regular practice if they want to be successful in business and in life. (And we learn that Keith can, in fact, read, which is the shocker of the year thus far as we had $20 on him being a functioning adult...2023-08-2950 minThe Overlap PodcastEpiphany on the Mountain #104 What do our boys Sid and Keith have in common with the documentary “Grizzly Man,” the Unabomber, Paul of Thebes and Transcendentalist writer Henry David Thorreau? Well, yes, facial hair, obviously … a general spirit of surlyness, yes, granted … okay, stop guessing … what we were hoping for in your answer was that they all found strength, comfort and well-being being far from the madding crowd out in the coots and hern of nature, specifically mountain nature. (And, thankfully, only one of them used that reflection time out in the boundaries of hither and yon to commit federal crimes … that we’re aw...2023-08-2256 minThe Overlap PodcastHow to Change #101In 1974, the bewitching Stevie Nicks wrote out her feelings of uncertainty and doubt about her relationship with bandmate and then boyfriend Lindsey Buckingham while she was up in Aspen as he toured with Don Everly. And those written out feelings formed one of Fleetwood Mac’s most recognizable and well-loved songs off of the eventual Rumours album that will be a thesis for this week’s episode of The Overlap Podcast: “Landslide.” No, dear listeners, Keith isn’t exploring the depths of his soul in the snow-covered hills, but our boys Sid and Keith will be discussing why you mi...2023-07-1828 minThe Overlap PodcastChad Warweg | The journey of business #100100 Episodes … a milestone celebration for any collaborative media effort, but certainly a monumental one for us here at the Overlap Podcast. So, how do we celebrate such a momentous occasion? Do we pull a “What’s My Line” and have a live intro recorded by President Gerald Ford? (Probably not, what with him being dead and all…) Maybe go with the “All in the Family” and have a clip show hosted by a universally beloved celebrity, like they did with Henry Fonda? (Yeah, we can’t afford Tom Hanks and the writing staff has...2023-07-121h 08The Overlap PodcastHalf-Time Adjustments #99[Background music: Inspirational orchestral score composed by Hans Zimmer] [Enter: world-weary football coach into the locker room for the quintessential “talk”] Coach (in a commanding and impassioned voice): Alright, listen up, team. It's halftime, and it's time for some serious introspection. This is The Overlap Podcast, where we gather to dissect the game of business and conquer the challenges that stand in our way. Let me tell you something about the time we find ourselves in, this time of mid-year reflection. It's the perfect time to evaluate, to reevaluate, and to ignite the fire within. 2023-07-0619 minThe Overlap Podcast6 Steps to Great Time Management #96What does this week’s episode have in common with Cher, Cyndi Lauper, the Reverend Al Green, French novelist Marcel Proust, and the ever-amazing Sir Huey Lewis? Well, other than all them having a Bacon Number of 2 (the number of steps that it takes to connect all of them to actor Kevin Bacon, per the website the Oracle of Bacon … yeah, real thing that exists) … they all know a quintessential truth about life, the universe and everything - time, and how we use it, is vitally important. In this week’s Overlap Podcast, our boys Sid and K...2023-06-071h 02The Overlap PodcastEOS Conference Recap #93This week’s episode of the Overlap Podcast is one that you definitely won’t want to miss because you’re getting a heaping helping of content we know has worldwide appeal - from the 305 to the DMZ, it’s a special guest episode with Mr. Worldwide himself - rapper Pitbull … yeah, no definitely not that. Could you imagine, though? Sid and Keith talking business strategy with Pitbull… yeah… no. However, this week’s Overlap, like Pitbull, does have a worldwide component this week - a recap of the 2023 EOS Worldwide Conference, complete with all the insights and...2023-05-1059 minThe Overlap PodcastCameron Rhodes #91This week’s episode of The Overlap Podcast is sure to make a splash - maybe even a bigger splash than when Rodney Dangerfield nailed the almost impossible Triple Lindy Dive at the end of the classic ‘80s comedy “Back to School” - because we’ve got the Prince of Pools himself on the pod this week, Cameron Rhodes of Premier Pools Company. Our boys Sid and Keith will set sail with Cameron as he tells them how to navigate the uncharted waters of the business world, including having a first-rate first mate and knowing how to avoid the...2023-04-191h 10The Overlap PodcastGiving Yourself Grace #90What comes to mind when you think of the word “grace” - is it saying the blessing before eating a meal? An early-2000s TV show character played by Debra Messing? The former princess of Monaco? While all of those answers aren’t incorrect, technically, the best right answer might simply be this - grace is giving yourself leeway to make mistakes without beating yourself up too much when bad becomes worse and success fails to setup. Our boys Sid and Keith will run the gamut on giving yourself grace, from defining the concept to making sure you do...2023-04-1250 minThe Overlap PodcastRight Person Right Seat: #84In 1973, Malcolm John Rebennack Jr., better known to the world as the late great Dr. John, released a song known to people worldwide, an anthem that warns us what not to do - “Right Place, Wrong Time.” Prophetic words from The Night Tripper himself but it’s actually a good point that will also be raised on this week’s Overlap Podcast. And just like how Bob Dylan and Bette Midler helped Dr. John write the lyrics to that classic tune (seriously, look it up), our boys Sid and Keith will help you and your business write a new tune cal...2023-02-1538 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 83: When to Buy What does your business have in common with 2013 Auburn University football player Chris Davis' final play in the 2013 Iron Bowl? Answer: Timing and how to use it correctly, whether it be making a big purchase or running a kick back all the way to the end zone to win the big game ... though we doubt Keith would make it halfway down the field in that situation. This week, our boys Sid and Keith will be talking about timing and how to use it to its fullest through careful consideration and analysis. Market trends, cash flow, ROI, other jargon th...2023-02-0822 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 82: Justin KoenAs those great American philosophers Peaches and Herb once said, “Reunited, and it feels so good,” and it does indeed feel good to be back again with Friend of the Pod and the Sultan of Sod, Justin Koen, Operating Partner of Sexton Lawn and Landscape Foley. Our boys Sid and Keith will talk with Justin about the ups and downs of starting a venture, blazing that new trail through uncharted territory as you embody that great spirit of Manifest Destiny that lies within the heart of every true American… but you won’t end up screaming “54’ 40’ or Fight” at confused Canadians up in t...2023-02-011h 03The Overlap PodcastEpisode 81: Dr. Josh Duplantis How to Attract and Develop TalentBefore you listen to this episode, you NEED to listen to Episode 43: It's Not COVID'S Fault Once you have listened to that episode then you are welcome to come back to this one. If you ignore me here, you are just going to hear Sid tell you to do the same thing. Now that has been taken care of on to our show notes. Guess who's back? Back again. Nope, not Slim Shady ... our boys Sid and Keith don't have that kind of clout, but we do have one of the all-time greatest guests in Overlap Podcast history returning to remi...2023-01-231h 09The Overlap PodcastEPISODE 80: Don't be a HeroWhat's that one song that gets your blood pumping? The one that you know you can throw on that will pump you up and get you ready to kick some as... thing that may need a decent smattering of kicking? The one that hypes you up more than Flava Flav, the greatest hype man of all time, ever did Public Enemy? Is it "Eye of the Tiger"? "Thunderstruck"? DMX's "Party Up"? "The Final Countdown"? Be real - it's Patti LaBelle's "New Attitude," right? (No judgement - the song is a bop.) We all enjoy that...2023-01-131h 03The Overlap PodcastEpisode 79: Overcoming ObstaclesWe can all agree that "3" is a powerful number, right? The Holy Trinity. The Triple Crown. The Three Stooges. Well, this week's episode of The Overlap marks our entrance into our third year as a podcast, so we're pulling out all the stops to celebrate this milestone by ... bringing you the same reliable, relevant content for you and your business from our boys Sid and Keith that we've been bringing since Episode One because we're gonna dance with the gal what brung us. An especially timely episode this week, as our boys talk about an issue many of us are fa...2023-01-1158 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 78: How to Stand OutWhether you're the rose of sheer perfection or a freckle on the nose of life's complexion, the important thing seems to be the ability to be seen, to stand out - either for you personally or for your business. But, how do you make you the apple of everyone's eye and not the cinder they try to avoid? Don't worry - this week's episode of The Overlap Podcast will make sure nobody's gonna rain on your parade, Barbra. Our boys Sid and Keith can't help but be standup standouts in the world we live in, so they're excellently equipped with con...2022-12-2321 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 77: Growth vs. Fixed MindsetIn this world in which we find ourselves living, there are two great camps with which we can align ourselves, a choice that will leave an indelible mark on our very being and guide our futures thusly. One path - the Fixed Mindset - is the path of an unchanging world in which we are confined to our lot and unable to break free from the chains of mundanity. The Fixed Mindset lot never go anywhere or do anything with their lives because they're too busy complaining and crying to actually pull themselves up by their bootstraps...2022-12-211h 04The Overlap PodcastEpisode 76: GivingStop us if you've heard this one - a very rich man knows he's about to die and is worried about leaving behind his wealth. So, he converts a large amount of his fortune into gold bars and has the executor of his will make sure that he has the gold bars inside two briefcases handcuffed to his body when he dies. The rich man dies, complete with cuffed briefcases of gold, and ascends to Heaven to meet St. Peter at the Pearly Gates. Since most Heaven bound entrants don't come with luggage, St. Peter had to ask the rich...2022-12-1419 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 74: Planning, Budgeting, and ForecastingYou’ve no doubt heard the old adage “If you want to make God laugh, make a plan.” We counter with this - “If you want to make everyone in your business feel true homicidal rage, don’t make a plan.” Maybe not as catchy, but it definitely sends a message, right? Probably not as funny on a coffee mug, admittedly - feels like the sort of thing that eventually ends up in the court trial as State’s Exhibit E or F. This week, our boys Sid and Keith hammer home yet another episode about the importance of...2022-11-291h 16The Overlap PodcastEpisode 73: Tax planning and so much more with Johnny BarrancoStop us if you’ve heard this one - what is the definition of “accountant?” Answer: Someone who solves a problem you didn’t know you had in a way you don’t understand. So, if we’re starting with an accountant joke, it can only mean one thing - Patron and No. 1 Friend of the Show, the Abbot of Accountancy himself Johnny Barranco is back again with some year-end advice and assistance to help make sure your actuals actualize and your balances balance. First tip - don’t be the guy who comes into the accountant office on Apri...2022-11-221h 06The Overlap PodcastEpisode 72: Darrell Amy: Revenue Growth EngineFord's Model T. The Chevy '350' V8. The Aston Martin V12. Thomas the Tank. Famous Engines all, right? Well, on this week's Overlap Podcast, our boys Sid and Keith sit down with the author of the world's next truly iconic engine - yes, it's Darrell Amy, author of the soon-to-be iconic book "Revenue Growth Engine," with a podcast and master class of the same name. Darrell's genesis for the Revenue Growth Engine was attempting to bridge the gap between Sales and Marketing within companies, but upon opening up the hood on several companies, he saw a common theme gumming up...2022-11-151h 08The Overlap PodcastEpisode 69: Culture, in our opinionWhat's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of "culture"? Androgynous pop star Boy George sing-asking if you really want to hurt him? The active ingredient in the yogurt that Jamie Lee Curtis shills for that makes you have to poop? The Canadian rapper who did the remix of Toto's "Africa" back in the late '00s? (If the third one really is the first thing that comes to your mind ... how? And why?) While all of those are solid answers, this week's episode of The Overlap Podcast will focus on organizational culture at...2022-10-031h 04The Overlap PodcastEPISODE 68: How to know when it's time to growWhen it comes to you and your business with regards to growth, there seems to be two equal but wildly different camps that folks will settle into - like "A Tale of Two Cities" or the twins from "The Parent Trap" movies (Hayley Mills or Lindsay Lohan, take your pick). Either you get way too excited (think that episode of Saved By the Bell with Jessie Spano and the caffeine pills) and you buy up equipment or hire personnel you think you need without the revenue backing and true growth to support it ... or you're the micromanaging money miser...2022-09-211h 07The Overlap PodcastEpisode 67: Bankers - Friend or Foes with Mason Howells(The familiar funky bass licks of The O'Jays' "For The Love of Money" begins playing in the background) Scratch. Moolah. Shekels. Cold, hard cash. When it comes to you and your business, there's two things we know about the Almighty Dollar: you gotta have it and you always want more of it - but no one ever elaborates on the how to get there, do they? Per the usual, The Overlap Podcast has you covered, as our boys Sid and Keith chat about how to capture that critical capital and credit you crave with their...2022-09-1358 minThe Overlap PodcastEpisode 66: How do you know when it is time, and what to doYou know it's time - if not, "You Oughta Know." In your heart, you know "It's Too Late." When you think about it, you know that "You Lost That Lovin' Feelin'." But, as the classic tune says "Neither one of us ... wants to be the first to say goodbye." Guesses on this week's Overlap Podcast topic? If you can't figure it out, then "We Are Never Getting Back Together" and we'll have to contend with finding "Someone Like You." Our boys Sid and Keith agree that "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," but while a romantic relationship gone wrong can be...2022-09-0759 minThe Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 65: Christeen EraTo quote arguably the most famous piece of green felt on the entire planet, "It's not easy bein' green." Now, we do not know if this week's guest on The Overlap Podcast takes the words of former Muppet Show host Kermit the Frog as gospel like we do (because our hosts neglected to ask her views on Muppet philosophy), we know that, like Kermit, special guest star Christeen Era knows a lot about green and hard work ... and she has to put up with our boys Sid and Keith not unlike Mr. The Frog has to deal with habitual balcony...2022-08-3049 minThe Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 64: You're off track... Now What?It is a universal truth that everyone loves a comeback story - Hoosiers. Cool Runnings. Robert Downey Jr.'s career. That Kate Bush song about running and hills that was on the latest season of Stranger Things - we love to see everything come full circle. So, if Kate Bush can do it, why can't you? As we reach that mid-year check-in point, our boys Sid and Keith are available and able to advice and assist with attaining those goals we set at the beginning of the year that keep coming up again and again and again in this podcast...2022-08-171h 09The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 63: Sh__ __ happensFrodo journeying to Mordor to destroy the Ring. Dorothy easing on down that yellow brick road to find the wonderful wizard. Bandit and Snowman risking life, limb and Sally Field to get that beer from Texarkana to them thirsty folks in Atlanta - everybody loves a good epic journey, don't they? You just have to love that electric thrill you get when you see the protagonist and their cohort of chums leave their comfort zones and rise to the challenge that has been presented to them. But, when it comes to our own lives, why are we suddenly hesitant...2022-08-091h 02The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 62: Goals: Time to ReviewHave you heard this one? A guy gets to work and sees his boss pull up in an expensive new car with all the bells and whistles and he can't help but admire it. He tells his boss that he would kill to be able to drive a car like that. His boss says, "Well, if you set realistic goals, work hard and stay determined ... I can probably get an even better car next year."(Ba dum tiss, or however you make the rimshot sound you hear after such a joke) Not to worry, Friends of the Show - our b...2022-07-191h 02The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 61: Training 123As COVID begins to become more endemic than pandemic and our economy starts to teeter back slowly to some new semblance of normal, there is something noticeable across every industry and category that continues to be a burden on our businesses. Folks may still be tumblin' out of bed and stumblin' to the kitchen, but it doesn't seem like there's a whole lot of pourin' themselves a cup of ambition 'cause there don't seem to be a lot of folks wanting to be on the job from 9 to 5... (with apologies to Saint Dolly for cribbing her lyrics). Workforce woes continue...2022-07-121h 19The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 60: Andy AndrewsNormally, this is where we'd do some sort of jokey intro and make some weird pop cultural reference that is usually, at best, hit or miss - but this week, in the spirit of our spectacular special guest, we're going to change our perspective and genuflect to the Great Guru of the Gulf - New York Times best-selling author, the Professional Noticer himself, Mr. Andy Andrews. It almost goes without saying that the year 2020 certainly changed everything in our world, especially our general outlook on life. "Normal" as we knew it before then ceased to be, as...2022-07-051h 18The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 59: Leveling up in Jiu-jitsuWhen you think about the color purple, what comes to mind? The Pulitzer prize winning novel written by Alice Walker? The Spielberg directed movie that won Whoopi Goldberg an Oscar and gave the world Oprah Winfrey's famous "You Told Harpo to Beat Me" monologue? Perhaps it conjures to mind a beloved children's character - Barney the Dinosaur, Tinky Winky from the Teletubbies, Count von Count of Sesame Street or The Grimace of McDonald's fame? Or could it create a memory of the beloved decades-old children's book involving a young boy named Harold and his adventures with a crayon of...2022-06-281h 02The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 56: Time ManagementWhen you think of the word "time," what comes to mind? Days, hours, minutes, seconds? The title of a magazine you seldom see outside of your dentist's waiting room? Did the familiar strains of "Jungle Love" start playing in your head, bringing you that good, strong Minneapolis sound from Morris Day and the Time? (O-e-o-e-o, the song is a bop, as most things Prince wrote were. RIP to a real one.) Well, our boys Sid and Keith take on the concept of time in this week's Overlap Podcast, which is something relevant to everyone on God's green...2022-06-061h 25
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 55: Green Profit Academy with Steve Bousquet("Before I Let Go" as sung by Maze featuring Frankie Beverly starts playing in the background) Are you ready for the Overlap Podcast Family Reunion? Got the matching reunion t-shirt? How you want your burger cooked? You know you need to stay away from Great Aunt Deb's potato salad with the raisins in it, right? It's reunion week here with our boys Sid and Keith as they sit down and shoot off with Sponsor and Friend of the Show Steve Bousquet, landscape legend and lawn scientist supreme, who is back for his second time around on the show (on h...2022-05-301h 04
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 52: The Best of Overlap part 3Who doesn't love a free sample? That Paco Rabane scent stick included in your favorite magazine, the tiny package of Tide in the Valpak in your mail that is maybe enough detergent to wash a single sock, the random aromatic meat with sauce in the plastic shot glass being handed to you by the smiling Sample Lady at Sam's Club ... you don't say no to any of them, especially the Sam's Club Sample Lady because Patricia is just trying to bless your day with some Szechuan chicken bites. This week, we return to our favorite show within the show with o...2022-05-0238 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 50: Creating Margin with Rick MillerThis week’s episode of The Overlap is gonna have a little Old Home Week flair to the festivities, as Friend of the Show Rick Miller returns with his business coaching acumen and skill to help us all learn to master our margins Now, Rick isn’t just a Friend of the Show – he’s also the very first sponsor of our program and he’s been a business coach to Sid for years and is currently coaching Keith (God be with him in that endeavor). Now, back to how to make margin … first, you melt the soli...2022-04-181h 03The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 49: Winning with AccountabilityWeird 80s synth music starts playing, disco diva Tina Fabrique starts singing) "Butterfly in the sky... I can go twice as high... Take a look, it's in a book... It's..." With apologies to LeVar Burton, sadly, it ain't Reading Rainbow - it's Another Overlap Podcast Book Review. Today, our boys Sid and Keith will be talking through the book "Winning With Accountability," which is the first book that Sid requires folks in his company to read if they would like to take a step up within the organization, as the book helped address...2022-04-1350 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 47: EOS w/ Kim Coots.We won't make you admit it, but we know we left you wanting more after last week's episode that enlightened you to EOS. Well, you lucky listeners, we've got you covered, smothered and topped (arguably also the best way to order your Waffle House hashbrowns in proper WH-approved lingo) with this week's special guest Kim Coots, a bona fide and certified leadership and success coach and EOS expert. Kim's credentials are certainly rock solid and fascinating, as you'll learn through her sitdown with our boys Sid and Keith. She created a start-up company in 1993 that became the 26...2022-03-211h 15
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Ep. 45: Best Of Overlap Part 2 Cue EGOT Winner Marvin Hamlisch plunking away slowly in C Major at a piano, even though Babs wanted the song in a minor key. Nobody puts Hamlisch in a minor third.) "Memories... light the corners of my mind. Misty, watercolor memories... of the way... we were..." No, we're not talking to Barbra this week. Sorry to disappoint. But, now that you've already been floored by the lack of Streisand, have "No More Tears" and rejoice in the meaning behind the weird symbolism attempted above - we have to admit we're "Guilty" as we've...2022-03-0934 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 43: It’s Not COVID’s Fault with Dr. Josh Duplantis Listeners, y'all are in for a real treat this week, as we have one of the choicest content-area cognoscenti on the Gulf Coast to talk on a topic that continues to be an increasingly important issue across the industries: hiring and developing your workforce. So, who did our boys Sid and Keith get to come dish on development? Honestly, we all knew there was only one man who could best answer the call - the Prince of Personnel, the Lord of Labor Studies, the Maharajah of Manpower ... it's Dr. Josh Duplantis, the Dean of Workforce Development for...2022-02-211h 21
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Ep. 42: Health GoalsTo quote every soccer game announcer ever - "GOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLL!" Detecting a theme yet? If not, you may need to work on both listening and reading comprehension skills. No judgement - we all need help from time to time. This week, our boys Sid and Keith sit down with their personal sensei, the sensational Scott Miller, and talk about one of the most important goals you can set for yourself - health goals. Now, we know you've heard Scott (and about Scott) several times before on this podcast, but we keep bringing him back because he's...2022-02-141h 17
The Overlap PodcastYou’re a Leader We've gotten your emails. We've received your texts. We've taken your calls. We ... have blocked a few of your numbers - some of y'all need therapy, not a business podcast. But, we've heard the message loud and clear - y'all wanted more on the ancient art of goal setting, and who are we to deny the people what they want? Our boys Sid and Keith are giving you more, more, more (shoutout and apologies to the Andrea True Connection) this week with helpful hints and interesting insights about why we set goals. And they'll dive into the gritty truth about t...2022-02-0754 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Ep. 40: Best Of Overlap Do you remember our first few podcasts? Pepperidge Farm remembers... We're bringing the best of the best back this week with our first Highlight Reel Week here at The Overlap Podcast. Did you think we'd actually make it far enough to have enough episodes to have a clip show? Some of y'all owe some others of y'all some money on that one, but to quote the great Barry Manilow, it "looks like we made it." (Fun Fact - Sid's a secret Fanilow. Look it up. That's what they call themselves. Choices...) Instead of our boys...2022-01-3138 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Ep. 39: Goal SettingHappy New Year, friends and fans! (Since it's late January, are we still allowed to say that? Write us in the comments and let us know - we remain on the fence) Looking for help with your #NewYearNewMe resolutions and plans? Not to worry - our boys Sid and Keith have got you covered this week, as they discuss a forever favorite topic for them that will be as helpful to you here in January as it will be come the depths of December - goal setting. We all start the year with t...2022-01-191h 10
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Ep. 38: Story Brand Continued CJ EzellLast week, you heard the book review; this week, our boys Sid Sexton and Keith Glines sit for a spell with self-described "serial entrepreneur" C.J Ezell of PointClear Networks and CrossBay Digital Marketing to talk about how he implemented and integrated Donald Miller's "Building a Story Brand" into his companies - you literally can't afford to miss the practical applications for your business life that you'll get from this week's show. Ezell has founded, owned and even sold several businesses in and around Coastal Alabama for over 20 years and his companies' impacts have reached across the...2021-12-201h 02
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 37: Build a Story BrandAre you on pins and needles about your online presence and how best to present yourself and your business? Are you distraught about how best to distinguish your digital brand? Are you plagued by a pandemic of poor marketing decisions on your social media platforms? Worry not, dear friends - on this week's Overlap Life Podcast, our boys Sid and Keith are here to help you stop harming yourself, your business and your brand on them worldwide internet tubes... More than ever before, social media allows our businesses to be able to market directly to customers in...2021-12-141h 08
The Overlap PodcastEP36 Christeen Era Christeen Era is co-founder of the Green Profit Academy (GPA), a consulting and coaching company that supports lawn care and landscape businesses with courses, webinars, small-group coaching, community-building, and online tools. She is a certified Profit First Professional, Pumpkin Plan Strategist, Fix This Next Advisor, and QuickBooks Pro Advisor. Inspired by the proven success of the Profit First program and methods, she created and pioneered the use of a specialized, industry-specific toolbox, The Green Profit Toolbox™ for Lawn Care and Landscape Businesses, to help owners manage their expenses and increase their gross profit margins to as high as 65%. Her mantra is “You are your company’s...2021-12-071h 10
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 35: Scott Miller Signature Training Studios And, so, it’s come to this – the day we know you’ve all been waiting for… You’ve heard about him almost every week on this podcast – the man, the myth, the legend (in his own mind): Scott Miller. Our hosts Sid and Keith sit down with their “man crush” Scott, who is the owner of Signature Training Studios and co-owner and head coach of RX-SportFit, and you can feel the “bro-mance” throughout the entire show. Miller is originally from Michigan and has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, which is where he began his journey in continuing to...2021-11-291h 06
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 34: Blake Stanley Be blessed by this week's episode of The Overlap Podcast as our hosts, Sid and Keith, sit down with Brother Blake Stanley, Executive Pastor of Operations at 3Circle Church. One of the fastest growing churches in Southwest Alabama, 3 Circle has campuses in Fairhope, Daphne, Mobile and Thomasville - and Blake oversees a choir of duties that include finances, mutisite strategy and leadership development - all topics worth hearing some heavenly advice on even if you aren't a follower or leader of a church flock. Blake's areas of expertise center around creating and implementing simple systems for management...2021-11-081h 21
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 33: Labella Rx This week, our hosts Sid and Keith talk about the business of your health with medical maven Dr. Amy S. Armstrong, co-owner of LaBellaRX in Daphne. Dr. Armstrong received her medical degree from the University of South Alabama in 2001 where she previously served as chief medical resident at USA Medical Center. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and has a strong personal interest in health and fitness Dr. Armstrong gives great information and conversation with our boys about a variety of health issues and topics, especially the dangers of insulin resistance and how to help prevent...2021-11-011h 01
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 32: The 4 Cs of Christian LeadershipThis week, our hosts Sid and Keith converse, chat, consider and confer on “The Four Cs of Christian Leadership,” a commendable composition of commentary he recently gave to a crowd of local community chiefs, captains and commanders (we promise to stop with the C-starting words now). His chat with them was so good, we knew we needed to have it here, too, for everyone to be able to catch. Sid tells his personal story of recovery and the 4 Cs (calling, competence, confidence and character) he learned along that continued journey and how it relates to business leadership. From...2021-10-2653 min
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 31: Johnny BarrancoSid and Keith, our host, have a conversation today with Johnny Barranco. Johnny is CEO/Owner of Barranco and Associates. Johnny grew up in Montgomery, Alabama and went to Auburn University and earned a Bachelors Degree in Business. In 2005 Johnny and his family moved to Fairhope, Alabama. Johnny multiple companies in multiple different roles the most well known being the Lu’Lu’s Corporation. (mainly as a CPA and accounting roles). In 2011 Johnny launched Barranco and Associates. The conversation with Johnny today revolves around the basics of accounting and working with an accountant. The biggest mistakes that John...2021-10-181h 21
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 30: Shifting with the SeasonsSid and Keith, our host, in this episode how they shift from the summer into the fall season. The guys discuss how can we take advantage of the new season. For most business owners (or at least for our host) is that this changing of seasons is one that things slow down and Sid and Keith take this fall season to begin to set sights on the upcoming year and make whatever tweaks necessary to be better next year. These seasons are vital for a successful business therefore, if fall is not your slow down season find...2021-10-111h 04
The Overlap PodcastOverlap Episode 29: Brad SummersellBrad is the CEO of a company that his father bought thirty years ago. The company was started by two brothers as a potato chip distributing company that also sold Bic and Lindy pen displays. Overtime the company formed into an office supplies distribution company that expanded along the gulf coast. In 1978 Brad’s father bought the company. In the 1990 Office Depot, Staples, and others began to rise and small independent office supplies companies (which were the customers of Brad’s father) were getting crushed. Therefore, as Brad graduated from Auburn with a marketing degree. Brad and his father gear...2021-09-271h 09
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 28 Rick Miller: The Power of CoachingSid Sexton and Keith Glines, our host, have a conversation with Rick Miller. Rick Miller is from Mobile, Alabama and attended college at Alabama to get a degree in accounting. After college moved to New York City to work for a large accounting firm. During Rick’s time in New York a friend encouraged Rick to apply to Harvard Business School then Rick got accepted. After graduating Harvard Rick moves out west gets married to his wife. As Rick and his wife started their family they decided to move back to Alabama. After getting settled in...2021-09-201h 15
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 27: Recap of Pan-American Jiu-jitsu ChampionshipsSid Sexton and Keith Glines, our host, just came back from competing in the Pan-American Jiu-Jitsu Championships. The guys talk about their time competing during the past weekend and the lessons taken away from the championships. “The person who controls the nerves on the front end is the one who wins.” The guys talk about the mind games you have to win before stepping on the mat during the Jiu-Jitsu mat and the lessons they have taken from competing in Jiu-Jitsu. Things like overcoming anxiety, removing distractions and pushing through battle and battling out when life...2021-09-1343 min
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 26: The Great Game of BusinessSid Sexton and Keith Glines in this episode talk about the book “The Great Game of Business” We all have “gameified” other areas in life. For example, have you ever created a game in order to get your kids to do something like, clean their room, potty train, or do their homework? Why did you do that? Because kids like to win. Well guess what, adults like to win too. Every human being on planet earth likes to win. Therefore, we need to create a scoreboard for our business so our teams can know if they are winning...2021-09-061h 14
The Overlap PodcastQ&A with Keith and Sid- Episode 25Sid and Keith, in this episode, answer questions from listeners like you. The first thing the guys discuss is how to scale your business effectively. When to add more people to the team? When to add more infrastructure? What to do that you get the most return on investment? The second thing the guys discuss is when they have failed and how they overcame those failures. The follow-up to this question is what they have learned from others' failures. They discuss failures that everyone has done at one time or another. Things like; hiring friends...2021-08-231h 07
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 21: Sid Sexton & Keith GlinesSid Sexton and Keith Glines recap the last six months. They discuss the future of Overlap and review past podcast. They also share about the difficulties of starting out from the release of the lockdowns, hires, finances, and end of the year goals. 2021-07-151h 02
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 17: Sexton LandscapingSid and Keith talk trials and tribulations in the lawn and landscaping industry from the perspective of owning a large scale business during one of the busiest and strangest years many business owners have ever faced. From freak freezes making foliage scarce to sparse employees looking for work, Sid discusses how his team has made it through with extreme accountability, lead metrics, and of course Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Sexton Lawn & Landscape Accountability: The Key to Driving a High-Performance Culture by Greg Bustin Lone Survivor by Marcus Latrell Interview with Janilison Bie2021-06-071h 03
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 12: EntreLeadership Dare to Make Hard DecisionsYour company is only as strong as your leaders. An EntreLeader must make hard decisions and take action in spite of criticism. Sid Sexton & Keith Glines talk about hard decision in leadership they have made.2021-05-031h 31
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 11: EntreLeadership ContinuedYour company is only as strong as your leaders. These are the men and women doing battle daily beneath the banner that is your brand. Are they courageous or indecisive? Are they serving a motivated team or managing employees? Are they valued? Sid Sexton & Keith Glines talk about the values and principles of EntreLeadership.2021-04-261h 05
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 10: EntreLeadership 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the TrenchesYour company is only as strong as your leaders. These are the men and women doing battle daily beneath the banner that is your brand. Are they courageous or indecisive? Are they serving a motivated team or managing employees? Are they valued? Sid Sexton & Keith Glines talk about the values and principles of EntreLeadership.2021-04-191h 15
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 5: Extreme OwnershipIn episode #5 Sid and Keith discuss Sid’s favorite leadership book EVER and the foundation of his “Emerging Leaders Leadership Course” as they go through and discuss Extreme Ownership by Jocko Wilink. If you are a business leader, team leader, or even a parent you will not want to miss this thought-provoking episode that will surely leave you reevaluating how you are making your way through life and what you can do to embody Extreme Ownership in your world.2021-03-151h 13
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 2: The E-MythSid Sexton discusses The E-Myth Revisited. He shares with Keith Glines how it help you grow your business in a productive, assured way. We often overlooked distinction between working on your business and working in your business. https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1612918972&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=keitglin-20&linkId=0c05ae03cdb226cb5f3ba1dedfd95b69&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl2021-02-0639 min
The Overlap PodcastEpisode 1: The OverlapSid Sexton and Keith Glines talk about the overlap where Business, Fitness, & Family meet. 2021-02-0618 min