In their milestone 50th episode (technically the 51st), Vivian and Michaela dive into an engaging Q&A session where they answer 25 questions that reveal more about their personal lives and the inner workings of their business. They explore the origins of their entrepreneurial journey, critical moments that shaped their careers, and how they balance the demands of work with their personal lives. The duo discusses the skills they’re honing, influential books, and the challenges they encountered while launching their business. Favorite guilty pleasures in terms of snacks also make the list. Further into the conversation, they delve into their strategies for overcoming setbacks and failures, their hobbies outside of work, and productivity tactics like adhering to a morning routine and utilizing planners. Vivian and Michaela also reflect on unexpected lessons from their business venture, what keeps them driven during challenging periods, and the joys found in daily routines. They ponder alternative career paths, future aspirations, and their personal definitions of success. The discussion also covers their favorite relaxation methods, indispensable technology, top TV picks, party preferences, pet peeves, and aspects of leadership. They wrap up with some of the unusual questions they’ve been asked, emphasizing the value of curiosity and meaningful inquiry.
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Unpacking this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Celebration
08:12 Skills Improvement and Book Influences
25:48 Habits for Productivity
32:24 Favorite Parts of Daily Routines and Small Things
46:28 Defining Success
53:07 Nostalgic TV Shows: Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman and Dawson's Creek
01:03:08 Strange Questions and Assumptions
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