The Overlap Podcast

13/12/2024

Need an A-ha moment? Listen to the Overlap Podcast.

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11/12/2024

In this week’s episode of The Overlap Podcast, hosts Sid and Keith delve into the art of navigating tough conversations—whether in business, family, or personal growth. Drawing from real-world examples and personal stories, they explore how avoiding critical discussions can lead to misunderstandings, strained relationships, and missed opportunities for growth.
Key takeaways include:
✔️ Recognizing when a hard conversation is necessary.
✔️ Practical steps to approach these conversations with humility and purpose.
✔️ Why setting clear standards is vital for team alignment.
✔️ The importance of fostering open communication to bridge gaps and build trust.

06/12/2024

Join 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.

05/12/2024

Check out our newest episode! EPISODE 151: AI in Action: Transforming Time and Tasks with Sid and Keith.

Listen at: https://overlaplife.com/podcast/

29/11/2024

We're over the moon to have our 150th episode and new AI chatbot, Overlap Echo, featured by Bay Business News! Thanks for this wonderful spotlight! Overlap Echo, crafted by Dominik Fretz at Port City AI, is our latest innovation to help small business owners navigate the complexities of business, family, and fitness. What started as a conversation between friends has now reached 20,000 listeners weekly, with a strong focus on supporting businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Check out the feature story here: https://baybusinessnews.com/media/advertising/overlap-podcast-hits-150-episodes-launches-ai-tool/ Here's to the next 150 episodes and beyond! "

The Overlap Podcast has marked its 150th episode by rolling out an AI chatbot. The podcast, which has grown from a passion project to now reaching 20,000 weekly listeners, recently launched Overlap Echo, which it calls “a smart chat tool that makes finding specific business advice as easy as sendi...

25/11/2024

The Overlap Podcast marked its 150th episode with a bang, rolling out a cutting-edge AI chatbot that lets listeners dive deep into the show's treasure trove of small business wisdom.
"We started this show to help small business owners cut through the noise and get real, actionable advice," says co-host Sid Sexton. "Now with Overlap Echo, developed by our friend Dominik Fretz at Port City AI, listeners can basically have a conversation with our entire content library. It's like having a business mentor in your pocket."
“The podcasting world is booming, and we wanted to be at the forefront of that wave," says co-host Keith Glines. "By integrating AI, we're not just keeping up—we're pushing the envelope of what's possible for independent podcasts, which is pretty cutting-edge for a podcast our size.”

23/11/2024

Check out our new episode! EPISODE 150: Milestone Moments: Celebrating 150 Episodes with Our Better Halves

Listen Here: https://overlaplife.com/2024/11/21/episode-150/

18/11/2024

Do you need to enhance your decision-making skills and break free from past investments that no longer serve you? It sure was true for us. In this episode we explore how and why people continue to pour resources into failing projects or decisions simply because they've already invested in them. This fallacy can lead to suboptimal decision-making, keeping individuals and organizations stuck in unproductive cycles.

16/11/2024

🎙️ New Episode Alert! Episode 149 of The Overlap Podcast dropped yesterday! We dive into the Sunk Cost Fallacy—why we stick to failing projects and how to break free from those cycles. 💡 Learn strategies like focusing on future benefits, setting clear goals, and seeking outside perspectives. Ready to transform your decision-making? Tune in now!

04/11/2024

Why waste time on mundane tasks when AI can handle them for you? This week on the Overlap Podcast, guest Dominik Fretz shares how AI can help manage your to-do list! Listen to hear our discussion of how AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude by Anthropic can take care of the boring stuff so you can focus on, well, anything else!

31/10/2024

Tune in to the latest podcast as hosts Keith Glines and Sid Sexton talk with Dominik Fretz, software engineer and AI specialist, to explore how software like ChatGPT and Claude by Anthropic can help analyze data, make strategic decisions and generally get more done!
Connect with Dom on Linked In. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominikfretz/

26/09/2024

Touchdowns & Turnarounds: Lessons from the Gridiron to the Boardroom 🎉🏈
Dive into the thrilling intersection of college football season and strategic business maneuvers with Sidney R Sexton and Keith Glines in this episode of “The Overlap.” As leaves turn and teams clash on the gridiron, we draw parallels to the business world's final push in Q4. 🍂💼
This episode isn’t just about touchdowns; it’s about touching base with your year’s goals. We discuss:
Recalibrating for Q4 🔄
Assessing Your Current Position: Where are you now versus your year’s start? What were your initial goals vs. current status?
Analyzing the Variance: What events or decisions led to being on or off target? What are some real-life business examples of unexpected wins or setbacks?
Course Correction Strategies: What tools and tactics can get you back on track or leverage your lead?
Cash Flow Considerations 💰
The Importance of Cash Flow in Q4: Managing expenses and investments as the year closes.
Preparing for Year-End: What should you do now to ensure healthy cash flow?
Whether you're leading the scoreboard or needing a comeback, join us to strategize, recalibrate, and get inspired by the lessons from the field and the boardroom. Tune in for insights that will help you sprint towards your year-end goals with the same fervor as a team in the fourth quarter. 🏃‍♂️💨
Let's make these last months count! hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag

Dive into the thrilling intersection of college football season and strategic business maneuvers with Sid Sexton and Keith Glines in this episode of “The Overlap.” As leaves turn and teams clash on the gridiron, we draw parallels to the business world’s final push in Q4. This episode isn’t j...

11/09/2024

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Join us on The Overlap as we dive into the hustle culture vs. intentional living debate! 🏃‍♂️💨 vs. 🧘‍♀️✨

Why do we wear busyness as a badge? 🏅
How to switch gears to a life with purpose. 🔄❤️
Financial tips for intentional living. 💰🧭
Tune in, slow down, and step up your life's quality with us! 🌟 Share your journey at overlaplife.com.
https://overlaplife.com/2024/09/11/episode-144-hurry-vs-intentionality/

28/03/2024

In case you missed our newsletter, this week we chatted with Chris May, Co-Founder of LTN Insurance Services. He clued us on in his 3-step approach to making big decisions, the mindset shift that drastically improved his decision making process as a business owner, and why he thinks true "balance" is almost impossible to find.

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15/03/2024

Dive deep into the nuances of incentive plans with Episode 126. Discover why they may not always lead to the results you expect.

14/03/2024

Are incentive plans actually beneficial or do they undermine team collaboration and creativity? 🤔 Episode 126 of the Overlap Podcast tackles this question head-on! Discover the nuanced truths behind business culture and motivation. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!