Best Mark Struczewski Podcasts (2025)

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The Mistake of Unrealistic Expectations: Mark Struczewski’s Solopreneur Journey 44:03

15d ago44:03

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My guest for Episode #314 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Mark Struczewski, also known as “Mister Productivity.” Mark is a Houston-based productivity coach, speaker, and host of The Mister Productivity Podcast, with over 1,300 episodes to his name. He helps overwhelmed professionals cut through distractions and focus on what truly matters. Ep…

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The Danger of Optimism: CEO Jim Schleckser on His Biggest Leadership Mistake 49:22

22h ago49:22

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My guest for Episode #316 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jim Schleckser, founder and CEO of The CEO Project. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Jim is a seasoned business leader, bestselling author, and trusted advisor to CEOs around the world. With experience spanning 42 countries and multiple industries, Jim has spent decades he…

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What If Joy Is the Shortcut? 7:38

2d ago7:38

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When was the last time you felt truly alive doing something you love—not because it was productive, but because it was joyful? In this episode of the Summer Reset Series, we’re flipping the script. Instead of grinding harder, it’s time to reconnect with what fuels your focus and restores your energy. From my love of Man City to a practical Joy Audi…

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Why 100 Coffee Meetings Didn’t Work—And What Kat Halushka Did Instead 37:43

5d ago37:43

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My guest for Episode #315 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Kat Halushka, a business and visibility strategist for coaches, consultants, and speakers. She’s the founder of Profitable Impact Academy, where she helps entrepreneurs grow their audience, automate marketing, and land clients through speaking and streamlined funnels. EPISODE PAGE Kat’…

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The Summer of Saying No 7:04

8d ago7:04

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In this episode of the Summer Reset Series, we’re tackling commitment clutter—and why saying “no” with clarity might be the boldest move you make all summer. Discover why overcommitment isn’t a time issue, but a boundaries issue, and learn simple ways to protect your energy without guilt. If you’ve been stuck in a fog of indecision or spinning your…

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How Culture Creates Freedom and Profit: Josh Cunningham Returns to Share His New Book 13:57

12d ago13:57

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban welcomes back Josh Cunningham, founder and CEO of Rokrbox and guest from Episode 244. Josh returns to share insights from his brand-new book, Culture Is the Key: How to Unlock Massive Profits and Freedom. We dive into: How Josh built a culture-first company that’s thriving—even …

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Boundaries with Bite 8:43

15d ago8:43

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Your overwhelm might not be a time problem—it might be a boundary problem. In Part 4 of the Summer Reset Series, I’ll help you: Recognize where your boundaries are leaking Reclaim control of your energy Set kind-but-clear limits (without guilt) Use practical scripts that make saying no easier Understand why boundaries create freedom, not restrictio…

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Reset Your Daily Rhythm for Better Energy, Focus, and Flow 9:40

22d ago9:40

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You don’t need a rigid routine—you need a daily rhythm that works with you, not against you. In Part 3 of the Summer Reset Series, I’ll help you rebuild your daily flow using your natural energy patterns, momentum-building anchors, and guilt-free recovery strategies. 🎯 You’ll learn: Why routines often fail—and what works better How to align tasks w…

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Avoiding Bad Marketing: Amber Gaige on Mistakes, AI, and the Four Cs 32:41

22d ago32:41

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My guest for Episode #313 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Amber Gaige, a marketing strategist, international bestselling author, and founder of Far Beyond Marketing. With over 20 years of experience, Amber helps entrepreneurs simplify their marketing and drive real results. She’s also the author of The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook: Stop Bei…

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Ballet, Mistakes, and Masked Performances: Jared Redick’s Story of Grace Under Pressure 42:44

28d ago42:44

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OOPS! Due to an editing mistake, I had to reupload the file. Again. My guest for Episode #312 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jared Redick, a third-generation ballet dancer, choreographer, and award-winning educator. Episode page with links and more Jared is a full professor and Assistant Dean of Dance at the University of North Carolina Scho…

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The Power of a Simplified Schedule 6:25

29d ago6:25

6:25

Part 2 of the Summer Reset Series Is your calendar really “too full,” or is it just too cluttered? In this second installment of my 7-part Summer Reset Series, we’re tackling one of the biggest productivity traps high-achievers fall into: a schedule so jammed with “shoulds,” “maybes,” and “nice-to-haves” that it drowns your clarity. In this episode…

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Your Summer Reset Starts Now: A Mid-Year Clarity Check-In 6:08

1M ago6:08

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Halfway through the year already?! In this episode, I walk you through a 3-question mid-year clarity check-in to help you reset, refocus, and design a summer that actually serves you. Whether you're feeling stuck, scattered, or just in need of a momentum boost, this is your official reset button. Let’s make this your most intentional summer yet. If…

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How a Mistake in Confronting Workplace Discrimination Shaped a Leadership Career – Karin Hurt on Speaking Up the Right Way 40:51

1M ago40:51

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My guest for Episode #311 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Karin Hurt, CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders, a global leadership development firm. Karin is a former Verizon Wireless executive and the award-winning author of five books, including her latest, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict. Episode page with video, transcript, and mor…

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What Nearly Killed Andrew Laws’ Business—and Why He’s Now Grateful for It 41:48

1M ago41:48

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My guest for Episode #310 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Andrew Laws, Founder of the SEO agency Yeseo IO and host of The Business Amplifier Podcast. Andrew has been working in digital marketing for over 25 years and has seen just about every shift in the SEO landscape. But one of the biggest lessons of his career came not from Google’s algor…

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You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Lacking Clarity 5:21

1M ago5:21

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Feeling unmotivated lately? You might be blaming the wrong thing. In this short but powerful episode, I unpack why laziness isn’t your problem—lack of clarity is. I even share how I fell into the “3 C’s” trap of courses, coaches, and conferences… and what finally helped me reset. If you’ve been stuck in a fog of indecision or spinning your wheels, …

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How Busy Teams Can Better Execute Growth Plans: Andrea Jones on 'Executagility' and Mistakes 14:20

2M ago14:20

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In this special bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban talks again with Andrea Jones, Principal at AJC and CEO of The Executagility Company. Andrea was previously featured in Episode 105, and she returns to discuss the release of her new book: The Executagility Field Guide: How Busy Teams Can Execute Growth Plans. Andrea shares a new “fa…

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Burnout to Breakthrough: How La Tonya Roberts Found Harmony by Leaving Corporate Consulting 29:39

2M ago29:39

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My guest for Episode #309 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is La Tonya Roberts, the founder and CEO of Harmony Consulting Group. La Tonya is a fractional COO, HR consultant, and executive coach who helps women entrepreneurs scale their service-based businesses from six to seven figures through systems, strategic planning, and operational excellen…

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The Hidden Cost of Doing It All Yourself 9:07

2M ago9:07

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Trying to do it all yourself? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not lazy. In this episode of The Mister Productivity Podcast, I pull back the curtain on the hidden cost of solo hustling and share personal lessons from my journey—plus what to do instead. You’ll hear: The true story behind my firing in 2005 and how it shaped my coaching journey …

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Clarity Before Hustle: Why Direction Beats Busy Every Time 11:59

2M ago11:59

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Are you hustling hard but still feeling stuck? In this episode, Mark "Mister Productivity" Struczewski shows you why clarity must come before action — and how finding direction changes everything. Discover: 🧠 Why hustling without clarity leads to burnout, not breakthroughs 🎯 How defining your Why, Goals, and Plan sharpens your focus 🛠️ Simple steps…

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Mistakes vs. 'Stupidity': C.J. Stewart Breaks Down Life Lessons from Baseball to Social Justice 48:35

2M ago48:35

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My guest for Episode #308 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is C.J. Stewart, co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer at the LEAD Center for Youth, an Atlanta-based nonprofit focused on empowering Black youth through sports-based development. Before dedicating his life to mentorship and advocacy, C.J. was drafted twice by the Chicago Cubs and built …

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How the NFL Is Reducing Head Injuries Without Losing the Kickoff: A Conversation with Dr. Thom Mayer 12:55

2M ago12:55

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In this bonus episode of My Favorite Mistake, host Mark Graban welcomes back Dr. Thom Mayer, the longtime Medical Director for the NFL Players Association. Thom previously joined us in catch up on his original episode here 🌐 Learn more about Dr. Mayer and his work with the NFLPA 💡 Subscribe at MarkGraban.com/mistake…

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How to Make Progress When You’re Overwhelmed 4:52

2M ago4:52

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Hey there, you productivity-loving, clarity-craving, action-taking Rockstar! In this episode, I tackle a feeling we all face: overwhelm. When your brain locks up and everything feels like too much, what do you do? You’ll learn: Why overwhelm isn’t about too much to do—but not knowing where to start My go-to reset method that takes less than 10 minu…

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Selling Books Isn’t the Publisher’s Job: Terry Whalin What Authors Must Learn Early On 49:10

2M ago49:10

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My guest for Episode #307 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Terry Whalin, an accomplished editor and author of more than 60 books, several of which have sold over 100,000 copies. Terry is the owner of Whalin and Associates, a communications firm, and he serves as an acquisitions editor for Morgan James Publishing. Drawing from decades of experi…

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Stop Collecting Productivity Tips and Start Taking Action 5:35

2M ago5:35

5:35

Are you stuck in the productivity tip trap? In this episode, Mark “Mister Productivity” Struczewski challenges you to shift from passive learning to active doing. Discover: 🧠 Why accumulating tips without action leads to overwhelm 🚀 How taking small, consistent steps builds momentum 🎯 Strategies to transform knowledge into tangible results It's t…

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Losing Her Best Employee Was the Wake-Up Call Betsy Pepine Needed to Reinvent Her Real Estate Company 44:44

2M ago44:44

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My guest for Episode #306 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Betsy Pepine, a serial entrepreneur in real estate and the founder of Pepine Realty. Betsy leads a top-producing real estate team consistently recognized by The Wall Street Journal and has built a family of companies that includes a property management firm, title company, real estate …

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Stop Waiting for Motivation: Why Action Is the Real Spark 9:23

3M ago9:23

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Are you waiting to “feel motivated” before you take action? Spoiler alert: You’ve got it backwards, my friend. In this episode, Mark “Mister Productivity” Struczewski shares: ✅ Why motivation is the result—not the starting point—of action ✅ How daily runs (since 2017!) and driving for Uber helped him crush excuses ✅ Why overthinking is the sneakies…

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How a ‘Happy Mistake’ Led to a Leadership Journey in ADHD Education — John Willson of SOAR 41:31

3M ago41:31

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My guest for Episode #305 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is John Willson, Executive Director of SOAR, the world’s premier outdoor adventure program serving youth with ADHD and learning disabilities. Episode page with video and more With over 30 years of experience, John is a passionate advocate for experiential education and life skills develop…

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Why Staying Silent Was Her Favorite Mistake: Dr. Tia Warrick on Career Growth and Speaking Up 43:11

3M ago43:11

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My guest for Episode #304 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Dr. Tia Warrick, a clinical research leader, epidemiologist, author, and entrepreneur who has spent nearly a decade working in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Episode page with video, transcript, and more She’s the founder of Lesous Consulting, a firm dedicated to supporting…

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Why the Corporate Ladder Was My Biggest Mistake – Kason Morris on Redefining Work and Purpose 44:03

3M ago44:03

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My guest for Episode #303 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Kason Morris, a corporate executive, speaker, coach, and self-described life-work revolutionary. With a career that spans consulting, financial services, and global learning and development leadership, Kason has spent years helping organizations and individuals prepare for the rapidly …

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Fired by a Tech Bro: How Getting Sacked from Postmates Launched Author Tash Doherty's True Career 41:42

3M ago41:42

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My guest for Episode #302 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Tash Doherty, a British-Irish-American author, blogger, and podcaster currently based in Mexico City. A graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Tash previously worked in analytics for Postmates and Vox Media. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Today…

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Overcoming Setbacks: Jonathan Small on the Career Mistake That Sparked His Success 45:22

4M ago45:22

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My guest for Episode #301 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Jonathan Small, an award-winning journalist, editor, podcast host, and producer based in Los Angeles. Episode page with video and more As president of Strike Fire Productions, he has built a diverse career that spans magazine editing at top publications—from Child Magazine to Maxim—and…

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Marketing Over Bourbon with Sheila Butler: Data-Driven Strategies & Bold Moves 43:35

4M ago43:35

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Episode page with video, transcript, and more My guest for Episode #300 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Sheila Butler, a Chief Marketing Officer with over 25 years of experience shaping integrated marketing strategies, building global loyalty programs, and driving customer engagement across both B2C and B2B sectors. She's the founder of Butle…

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Transforming Brilliant Jerks into Leaders: Luis Velasquez’s Coaching Strategies and Resilience 42:35

4M ago42:35

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My guest for Episode #299 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Luis Velasquez, an executive coach in Silicon Valley and a Stanford Graduate School of Business facilitator. He's also the founder of Velas Consulting. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Once a university professor and research scientist, Luis helps mid-level managers to C-s…

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General Hospital Actor and QVC Host Andy Paige Turned a Bold Misstep into a Beauty Revolution 44:30

4M ago44:30

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My guest for Episode #298 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Andy Paige. She's a soap opera actress, podcast host, QVC guest host, and national beauty/image/lifestyle expert. As Pearl on ABC's General Hospital, she brings real-life QVC flair to captivating audiences with innovative advertising. Episode page with transcript, video, and more She h…

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Aviation Safety Explained: MIT’s Arnold Barnett on Why Flying Remains Incredibly Safe 23:08

4M ago23:08

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In this special bonus episode of "My Favorite Mistake," host Mark Graban welcomes back Arnold Barnett, a renowned expert in aviation safety, to discuss public perception of air travel safety in light of recent air incidents. They explore common misconceptions about aviation risks, temporal fluctuations in safety data, and the factors contributing t…

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Learning from Mistakes: Norman Wolfe’s Guide to Building High-Performing Teams 50:52

4M ago50:52

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My guest for Episode #297 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Norman Wolfe, the Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders. EPISODE PAGE with video, transcript, and more Norman's journey as both a successful executive and a trusted coach to countless leaders has been driven by one central question: How can we improve our ability to achieve the results we…

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How a Brutally Honest Communication Mistake Sparked Growth: Sherianna Boyle 35:52

5M ago35:52

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Episode page with video and more My guest for Episode #296 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Sherianna Boyle, a renowned psychic healer, speaker, and founder of Emotional Detox Coaching® and The Cleanse Method®. She has written over ten books, including the best-selling Energy in Action: The Power of Emotions & Intuition to Cultivate Peace & Fr…

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Simplify Your Workload with the ODAE Framework 7:04

5M ago7:04

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If your to-do list keeps multiplying like bunnies on caffeine, it’s time for a radical reset. In this episode, Mark “Mister Productivity” Struczewski introduces the powerful ODAE Framework—a four-step method to help you clear the clutter and focus only on what really matters. You’ll learn how to: 🧠 Identify everything you're doing (yes, everything!…

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