BWell Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tanya and Matt Powell
Tanya and Matt Powell have been married and running a business together for over two decades. In this podcast, they share tools, strategies, and experiences they've learned along the way. They believe that being well is to always be learning about how to be more intentional in how we live with the people we love and lead.
As we shift into Summer, what do YOU want out of the next few months? In this episode, Tanya shares powerful questions you can ask yourself to find out.
In this episode, Tanya shares the 5 attributes to look for in someone to determine if they are good for your mental health!
Join Tanya and Laura as they discuss the power of taking pause. In this conversation, they share tangible takeaways and thoughtful questions to help you reflect on your business and life. They'll take you through an intentional quarterly review process that will help bring clarity moving forward.
Our strength comes from the struggle. In this episode, Tanya shares her biggest takeaways from a challenging year of parenting a teenager in crisis.
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares a daily practice to help identify your progress on the way to acheiving your goals. When we can be more present with the PROCESS, we can experience more joy on the journey!
Are your healthy habits thriving? Whether it's day 23 or 230, lasting behavior change takes time. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share three components every healthy habit needs to thrive.
New year, new rhythm. In this episode, Tanya offers another way of looking at time. How we spend our time is how we are spending our life.What is winning your attention right now?
The holidays are upon us. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares 3 questions to help you navigate the busyness of this time of year. Cheers to staying intentional and on-purpose with how you choose to spend your time and energy!
Connection fuels relationships. In this mini-episdoe, Tanya shares a few big ideas about how you can show-up more on purpose in your next opportunity to connect!
What do your clients want? What gets in the way of communicating your value? In this episode, Tanya and Matt share what can get in the way of connecting and communicating your value as a professional!
Identifying what you need as a unique individual and then keeping those promises you make to yourself is putting your own oxygen mask on first. It's being fully aligned with yourself. When we learn to honor our selfhood or identity it allows more capacity to show up for others. Makes space to be more centered, patient, and open for connection. In this mini-epiosde, Tanya shares some reflection questions YOU can answer to check-in on the state of your selfhood.
Will you finish the year stronger than you started? In this mini-episode, Tanya challenges you with 4 big questions to answer as you head into the second half of 2022.
Every morning is an opportunity to begin again. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares 3 questions you can ask of yourself to evaluate the effectiveness of your morning routine and rituals.
How do we compare ourselves to others? Is there really a healthy benefit to comparison? When we get stuck in the dark side of comparison, what can we DO about it? In this episode, Tanya and Matt share tactile takeaways as they dig in on the topic of Comparison. They share insight and real life examples of when comparison has sabotaged and when it has served.
Lean in or let go? In this mini-episode, Tanya shares how our relatioship with unmet expectations impacts our energy, well-being, and relationships. Learn about the two emotions you can activate to reclaim energy lost from unmet expectation.
What is STILL true about leadership? As the working environment changes some things remain the same. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 3 timeless truths of leadership and where you can focus your energy and attention most right now.
The environment of our life has its own ecosystem. The state of our ecosystem impacts the outcomes we pursue. In this episode, Tanya shares where we can direct our focus in the return to a new year.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 10 big but simple ideas of what you can do to best prepare for a new year. Personal or professional, a little intention goes a long way!
Don't let the year pass before asking yourself these questions! In this episode, Tanya shares her top 10 reflection questions of this year before mapping out what's next. Reflection is a powerful tool to inform us of what we will take with us and what we will leave behind in the New Year.
Why do we keep ourselves from experiencing joy and what can we do instead? In this episode Tanya shares 5 truths about JOY and how we can invite more of it into our days!
What's your learning language? How we speak to ourselves when we are in the middle of real time learning impacts our growth. In this episode, Tanya shares one powerful emotion you can return to when you find yourself in the stretch of unexpected learning and growth.
As we head into the 4th quarter of 2021, where will you focus your time and energy? In this episode, Tanya shares 3 areas to pay attention in order to end the year with intention. Your next 90 days will greatly influence your beginning to 2022, be on-purpose!
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares the difference between gratitude and appreciation. You will learn how to better express appreciation and the power it can have in a relationship.
The season of Fall is upon us! In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 5 big ideas you can return to amid a transition, beginning with trusting yourself.
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares an important principle to productivity and the difference between supportive activities vs directional activities. How we spend our time impacts our outcomes!
In what ways can we actively nourish our reputation? Challenging times are a great opportunity. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share three big ideas on what lies at the root of building reputation. They share what's worked for them on their personal journey and areas to focus in building a strong reputation.
We are at the edge of a new season and in this mini-episode, Tanya shares a powerful question for you to consider as we enter into a new month. What does it mean for YOU to be winning right now?
We are over halfway through 2021, can you believe it? In this episode, Tanya and Matt share powerful questions you can ask of your life and business as you head into the next few months. They share where they personally want to shift in order to finish the year strong and on-purpose!
If everything is important, nothing is priority—so how do you decide? In this mini-episode, Tanya shares 5 questions to help. When we are clear on our desired outcome, we can better honor our priorities. If it doesn’t align with what needs our energy and attention most, we can be more confident saying no!
In this episode, Tanya and Ava share their personal journey and experience with managing anxious emotions. Tanya shares what anxiety is and what it is not, along with what it has taught her about showing up. She shares what has been helpful, what hasn't, and what they are still navigating. You will take away tactical tools and strategies to help support you or someone you love.
Would you love to feel more happiness, gratitude, and presence? In this mini-episode, Tanya shares strategies and pro-tips to help you begin or level-up your gratitude practice.
What's on your "someday" project list? You know it's important but struggle to find the time. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 3 strategies on how to be more intentional about making time and progress on those projects that matter most.
Leaders are listeners. Nearly all conflict or misunderstanding comes from mismatched or unfulfilled expectations, a disconnect. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares 3 big ideas about how to lead by listening, first.
Last day, best day! Restorative rest requires intention, preparation, and communication. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 3 truths about taking time off.
This episode is dedicated to a dear friend and mentor, Papa Roy. Thank you for being the example of presence. Rest in peace friend, we love you.
Language is powerful. The words we use to describe our emotion becomes our reality. A small shift in linguistics can help shape our experience when dealing with difficult emotion. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares one small shift that can make a big impact!
Fuel more ideas, create a safe environment, and deepen trust with this YES, AND Communication strategy. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares an effective way to approach your next team meeting or conversation with a loved one.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt interview husband, father of 6, leader, and author Justin Stoddart. Real estate professional or not, this episode will get you thinking bigger about your life and business. They discuss the discipline and process of writing a book, a model and business philosophy for scaling your business through authentic partnerships, and what's required to overcome big tech industry disrupters.
| In this mini-episode, Tanya shares a big lesson she's learned about leadership. It is our choice to be inspired and learn from the many incredible invisible teammates among us. We have access and are equipped with technology and resources to connect us and with a little courage, we don't need to feel alone on this journey. |
What makes a world-class real estate agent? Selling, buying, or investing in real estate, the right agent can make all the difference! In this episode, Tanya and Matt give insight on the character and skill set to seek when hiring a real estate professional to assist you in reaching your real estate goals. They share their top Q's to ask when you go to interview your next real estate professional.
To download Q's got to www.hireaworldclassagent.com
Evaluating progress can be a powerful tool as you ride the highs and lows on the journey to your goals. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares 3 areas to measure that will help keep you on the path to where you want to go.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share strategies and every day tools for making your next move. From deliberation to decision, they share the mindset and tools necessary to help navigate the arduous process of discovering confidence and conviction in making decisions, both big and small.
Join the conversation between Tanya, Matt, and good friend and colleague, Michael Fanning. As a guest on the podcast, Ask A Windermere Coach, Michael interviews Tanya and Matt on the topic of work and life balance, embracing discomfort and challenge, and what it takes to achieve goals.
Connection requires creativity right now. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares how they are bringing their big beautiful family together without being together this holiday season.
Tis' the Season! Looking to differentiate yourself? Be someone who gives these 3 gifts to others right now. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share 3 big ideas about how to show-up and serve this holiday season.
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares the answer to a frequently asked question--what is high performance coaching? She shares her experience as a high performance coach and client.
Connection and communication are more important than ever! Our decision to follow-up can be impactful to the relationship. Few people follow-up unless there is an immediate need or reward for doing so, what if we lead and follow-up anyway?
In this interview, Matt shares his journey to a big pivot after 20 years. How did he know it was time for a change? What does it feel like to be a beginner again? Matt shares the highs and lows of his transition, how he is navigating through, and what he is most looking forward to in this next chapter.
Feeling stuck or frustrated? When life throws an unexpected circumstance or outcome, we can find ourselves in the downward spiral of disappointment. These are three powerful questions you can ask yourself to help move beyond it!
What are some telltale signs of burnout and what can you do if you find yourself here? In this episode, Tanya and Matt intimately share their personal experience with burnout and powerful questions you can ask yourself to avoid and overcome it.
What makes you feel playful, full of joy? When we are playful or experiencing joy, we are able to soften and let go, if even for a few minutes. We can use play and joy as fuel for moving forward!
Where do you want to have more influence? In this episode, Tanya and Matt share who has influenced them, where influence begins, and how to have more influence in this virtual world we are living in!
Leaders are learners. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares a productivity strategy you can use to make time for learning and listening to what inspires you and supports your growth. N.E.T. Time strategy gives a fresh perspective on our most valuable asset--TIME!
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share stories and key strategies they've used to support 20 years of marriage. Tanya shares the number one most vulnerable and valuable decision she made--one we are all invited to make that can contribute to the future well-being of your most intimate relationship. Regardless of where this episode finds you, you will learn the mindset and tactical tools you can implement right away to help take your relationship to the next level.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt dig in on the topic of ENERGY--emotional and physical energy and how it impacts how we feel about our life each day. They walk you through an exercise you can start doing today and share where they are right now in regard to their own physical and emotional energy.
The words we use have power. In this mini-episode, Tanya shares one small shift you can make in your language to change your experience and perspective.
When plans don't play out as expected, what can you do? Both personally and professionally, we each have a responsibility to be intentional and mindful in our response to unmet expectations. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share tools and strategies to better manage expectations and relationships in life.
How do you wind down from the day? In this mini-episode, Tanya shares three ideas for creating a more intentional end of day routine.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share the power of intentionally creating and recreating self-identity. They explain the power of visualization and discuss how life reflects what we believe about ourselves.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share the most important ingredient in closing the gap between where you are now and where you want to be. They discuss the power and impact of the stories we tell ourselves and share their own experience with identifying and overcoming limiting beliefs.
Season 3 is here! What is a great reset and how do you know you could use one? In this episode, Tanya and Matt introduce the theme for this season and share the number one ingredient to a great reset.
SEASON FINALE! In this episode, Tanya and Matt recap their favorite takeaways from Season 2: Stories of Resilience. They also give some teasers on what to look forward to in Season 3--The Great Reset. In the upcoming season, they are going to share what it takes to make the decision to level-up in life, Matt's new adventure, and unpack how YOU can turn 2020 into your great reset.
In this episode Tanya and Matt interview Bev Smith, Executive Director of Kidsports, a multi-sport provider for kids in Lane County. Kidsports has been providing positive youth team sports experiences for kids since 1953. As a former professional and Olympian basketball player, Canadian Women's Olympic Basketball coach, and the University of Oregon's head women's basketball coach, her influence and leadership runs deep in the community she serves.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt interview entrepreneur and pediatrician Pilar Bradshaw, M.D., F.A.A.P. With over 20 years in health care, Pilar shares how she has pivoted her business and client care while maintaining personal wellness during this pandemic. Full of passion and purpose, she shares her inspiring perspective on leading her team while continuing to serve the children and families in her practice.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt interview Eric Thompson, entrepreneur and President of Windermere Real Estate in Colorado. Eric shares the inspiring story of his response to the challenges of leading during these times. With 26 years of experience in real estate, Eric shares wisdom and perspective on the power of mindset and decision.
In this episode of Season 2, Tanya and Matt interview President and COO of CBT Nuggets, Ryan Lee. Ryan shares valuable insight on what it takes to lead during uncertain times.
On quarantine and exercising grace: "...at the start, it was fun, in the middle it was hard and now, in the end, it's a gift." Ryan's perspective and vulnerability in how he is leading his team and family are an inspiration.
Tanya and Matt kick-off Season 2, Stories of Resilience. In this episode, they interview professional athlete and entrepreneur, Nick Symmonds.
"The hardest part is not the hard work, the hardest part is finding where you want to work hard. It's finding where that hard work is so rewarding, you'd do it for free." -Nick Symmonds, 2x Olympian, and CEO, founder of Run Gum.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt wrap-up Season 1 sharing their podcast production process/tools, favorite episodes and plan for Season 2. WE NEED YOUR HELP! In Season 2, we are looking for individuals or businesses demonstrating resilience and growth during this current season. Maybe you have retooled, recalibrated, or have found resources that enable you to thrive...we want to hear about it! You can email us at: tanya@bwellcommunity.com
Uncertain times call for brave, bold questions and decisions as a leader. Whether you are a small business owner or a solopreneur, we see you.In this episode, Tanya and Matt share their perspective on what they've learned in leading through one of the greatest recessions in history. They share tactical ways to help you ask the right questions of yourself and the future of the company you lead.
What now? In this episode, Tanya and Matt discuss two components of navigating uncertain times—connection and contribution. They discuss the importance of staying connected and maintaining habits and routines. One tool they discuss is a Scorecard they are using as a family to stay consistent each day. If you’d like the template to create one for your kiddos and family, email tanya@bwellcommunity.com and we will send it your way!
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share some thoughts on how to navigate communication and mindset as a leader during uncertain times. They underscore the importance of leading with facts and staying future-focused.
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares a quick and easy exercise you can do to be more intentional with your time and increase your productivity!
In this episode, Tanya and Matt unpack the psychology around how clothing and accessories impact perception and performance. They share real-life examples of how dressing for success has served and what they've learned from their wardrobe bloopers.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt unpack the psychology around how clothing and accessories impact perception and performance. They share real-life examples of how dressing for success has served and what they've learned from their wardrobe bloopers.
Do you ever struggle with communicating your value? You always have an influence on the opportunities you attract into your life. In this episode, Tanya and Matt dig-in on 3 decisions that can change the game in how you effectively communicate your value.
In this mini-episode, Tanya shares why making a JOY list can be useful to everyday happiness.
Since the beginning, they've worked side by side 24/7. In this Valentine's Day episode, Tanya and Matt dig in on why it hasn't all been roses and hearts. They share with one another the best and worst of working side by side for the past two decades as husband and wife.
An hour turns into a day, a week, a month, and then a year in a flash. How intentional are you with your time? If you had a magic wand, what would your ideal week look like? Where would you show up each day? In this episode, Tanya and Matt share some things to think about when crafting your ideal week.
Finding your "why" can be overwhelming. As life experiences change us, sometimes our why can change too. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share practical tools and exercises that can help you discover (or rediscover) your why and purpose in life.
What's getting in the way of your growth and progress toward living the life you want? In this episode, Matt and Tanya share 3 unassuming places you might find yourself getting stuck in distraction and what you can do to overcome it.
When you think about the most influential people in your life, who comes to mind? How did they get your attention and admiration? How do they show up in the world? My guess is that they give more than they take, they have a particular mindset and attitude about life that makes you want to listen and learn from them. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share how you can consciously cultivate your ideal community.
Hello, 2020! What does it take to make a goal a reality? In this episode, we welcome the year with two special guests, our kiddos, Ava and Carson Powell. We talk about some favorite moments from 2019, how we plan to make this year better than the last and the goals we look forward to taking on in the year ahead.
New year, new decade! Let's just take the good stuff with us. In this episode, Tanya and Matt share tangible practices on how to leave this year and enter the new one with more intention.
After 20 years of experience in real estate, Matt shares the top 5 characteristics he's found that make a real estate professional successful, regardless of market conditions.
The Great Recession was an economic crisis that devastated the real estate industry. It was a season the Powell's would never forget. They were challenged and changed forever. In this tell-all episode, they share how the Great Recession gave them more than it took.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt scratch the surface on the mammoth topic of Communication. Regardless of where or who you serve, how can you be more competent in your communication?
In this episode, Tanya and Matt share a hindsight perspective with their 20 something self. If you could go back, what advice would you share with your 20 something self?
In this episode, Tanya and Matt give you a quick overview of their journey. Get to know them, their background, how they met and what got them to where they are today.
In this episode, Tanya and Matt are answering the top 2 most frequently asked questions about how they work side by side and find balance both individually and together both at work and at home.
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