by Kirby Hasseman
I am often fascinated how two people can view the same thing and have two (often viscerally) different reactions to it.
For example, the book 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is a classic personal development book. It’s well respected, and selfishly, it made a huge difference in my life. So when I went to find the reviews on Audible for this classic, it was amazing to me that it had 599 1 star reviews! These people not only did not love the book (as I did) but went out of their way to tell everyone that they should not read (or listen to) it.
You see the same thing in the development of communities. As I talk about in this video, people can look at the same exact project and view it totally differently. Is it progress? Is it a mess? Is it investment or is it another step back? What you see is often entirely up to your perspective.
That brings us to Election Day.
Today is Election Day across the country, and millions of people that view the world differently will head to the polls to vote. We have people from different religions, ethnicity, genders, and political affiliations heading to make their voices heard. And while we often focus on the frustration and vitriol of the whole process, I do love that we each get the right to make our voice heard. It’s a true blessing.
So here are two quick thoughts as we head to vote…
Action > Keyboard Activism
The lead up to any Election cycle can be tough. We have voices from both sides shouting as loudly as they can to get their voices heard. It’s annoying, for sure, but it’s their right. But all of that huffing and puffing mean very little if you don’t put that voice into action. If you want to have a “real voice,” you need to vote. Put down your phone and go do that.
Be Respectful
We all have our windows that we view the world from. Our reality is not the only reality (as hard as that is to comprehend). Some people love the movie “The Princess Bride” and some people don’t. So if we can agree on something as simple as that (you are wrong if you don’t like it), then of course we might have differing views on the greater world around us. Just remember that every debate should not create a new enemy. Oh, and no one has ever changed their mind after being insulted.
It Will All Be Okay
Finally, just know that tomorrow this will be over and it will all be okay. So much of the messaging is created around telling you the worst case scenario of every outcome. But tomorrow, the sun will come up and it will be up to the rest of us to get to work…and make the world better.
Let’s start that work today.
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by Kirby Hasseman
It’s time for Episode 26 of the He Said/She Said Podcast with Hasseman Marketing! This podcast is designed to give an inside look at being married and being entrepreneurs and the projects we are working on and the challenges we are facing! We talk about business, family, community and more. So listen in and let us know what you think!
On this episode we talk about…
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This week Kirby and Amy talk Appreciation season. Now is the time of year to show your team and your customers how much you appreciate them. They talk about a few things to consider and why “thank you” never gets old.
Weekly Whirlwind
This week in the Weekly Whirlwind Amy talks about slow progress at the building. Though she is not seeing big action, there is movement and that is encouraging. Kirby talks about getting back into the swing of things and what that looks like after a few months on the road.
Lesson In Life
This week in the “lesson in life” Kirby and Amy discuss the power of taking action. Way too many people are handcuffed by perfection and trying to get everything just right. They talk about the power of “ready, fire, aim.” Kirby also mentions the books 5 Second Rule and Finish as resources to check out about this topic.
Shout Outs
Each week we want to give a shout out to an organization or an individual doing good work. This week Amy gives shout out to the road warriors (from our industry and more) who spend so much time on the road. We appreciate those suppliers that work with us! It’s a lot of travel. Kirby gives a shout out to D & K Races, who have stepped up and created some cool running events that serve the community well!
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by Kirby Hasseman
In nearly every area of life, there are two paths. There is the path of what I want to do. Then there is the path of what I need to do.
When I am most happy, I find the path of what I need to do and what I want to do are the same. They are in perfect alignment. These are the mornings when it’s easy to get out of bed. I need to get up early because I am going on vacation. What i want to do and what I need to do are the same.
I get out of whack when the “I want” and “I need” are not in lock step.
I need to work out, but I want to sit on the couch.
I need to get up early but I want to sleep in.
I need to make sales calls but I want to gossip with friends.
I need to work on a piece of content but I want to waste time on social media.
You get the idea. The most successful people are able to do two things really well. First, they are able to focus on what they need to do instead of just what they want to do. Second, they are able to make sure what they want to do and what they need to do align. They are able to convince themselves (and this is really important) that what they want to do IS what they need to do…and vice versa.
I struggle with this like everyone else. But the one thing I find to be true is this. When I am able to focus my energy and focus on what I need to do, I get a lot more done. And maybe more importantly, when I take care of what I need to do, I get to do what I want to do more of the time.
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by Kirby Hasseman
It’s time for Episode 25 of the He Said/She Said Podcast with Hasseman Marketing! This podcast is designed to give an inside look at being married and being entrepreneurs and the projects we are working on and the challenges we are facing! We talk about business, family, community and more. So listen in and let us know what you think!
On this episode we talk about…
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This week Kirby and Amy talk about the fall season and what that means to them. Though neither of them are a fan of the colder temperatures, they are both trying to enjoy the fall weather when they can!
Weekly Whirlwind
This week in the Weekly Whirlwind Kirby talks about the follow up from their Annual Trade Show in Coshocton. They discuss how the show was and what happens next. Kirby also talks about gearing up for a little more travel. Amy talks a bit about small steps of progress at the building.
Lesson In Life
This week in the “lesson in life” Kirby and Amy discuss the idea that, most of the time, big projects are going to be harder than we think. There will be bumps in the road…and that’s ok. It’s just a reminder to not get down on yourself. It is not supposed to be perfect. Keep going!
Shout Outs
Each week we want to give a shout out to an organization or an individual doing good work. This week Kirby gives a shout out to local college COTC! COTC has a new program offering free college to residents of Coshocton County. How cool is that? Amy gives her shout out to new company Dresden and Company. This great group is launching a new basket making venture and celebrating the history and heritage of Dresden. Both great shout outs!
So that’s a wrap! Thanks for listening to Episode 24 of the He Said She Said Podcast! Any feedback will be welcome as we try to provide you value! If you want to subscribe you can do that where you normally get podcasts…or you can head here to follow on Soundcloud.
Thanks so much for listening! If you have any topics you want Kirby and Amy to cover, please comment and let us know! Oh…and if you like this content, check out this page where you can find all of the content we create!
by Kirby Hasseman
I was asked to attend a meeting this morning. It was a little early, but I certainly could have been there. But as I sit here typing this post, I am glad that I said “no.”
When you are a people pleaser, a do-er or an entrepreneur, sometimes the hardest thing in the world is to say the word “no.” You want to help and you love to be included. So when you get the request to join a committee, attend a meeting, or help on a project your automatic response is to say “yes” and figure it out. And, in my experience, the more successful you get the more people want you on their committee!
But there is a cost to saying “yes” to everything.
You end up with a calendar full of things that you really don’t care about. It’s not that you are against them. In theory, you think they are great. But you calendar quickly becomes full of activities that you are NOT passionate about. And of course the problem is, you don’t have time for the things you are passionate about!
Several years ago I came across a rule from Derek Sivers from his book Anything You Want. Though I still struggle to apply it all the time, it has helped me tremendously when it comes to making decisions about what to join. The rule is simple.
If this answer is not “Hell yes,” it’s “No.”
In other words, if you are so excited that you say “Hell yes,” the answer is easy. You will more than willing to bump other stuff off your calendar to work on this project. You are excited about it! But if you hesitate at all, then the answer is probably “no.” Otherwise you get a calendar full of things are are “meh” about. You are not against them. You just don’t really care.
And that is no way to live your life…or to be productive. So take a look at your calendar and evaluate how many things are “hell yes,” and how many things should be a “no.” You might want to re-evaluate your priorities and embrace the Power of No.
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by Kirby Hasseman
I was meeting with a local leader recently and he asked me what I thought about an issue he was considering. He had taken a stance that I didn’t agree with. I had kept my opinion to myself up to that point. But he asked me…so I opened up. I always tell people that “my two cents is free.” And since he had asked me, I REALLY told him!
Don’t get me wrong, I was respectful. But I was direct. He was thoughtful. He asked questions. But for those most part, he simply listened.
In the end he said, “I have been thinking about this all the wrong way.”
In other words he said “I was wrong.” And in that moment, I gained respect for him.
So often as leaders we feel like we have to have all of the answers. We need to chart a course for our team and “stay that course” and have the “courage of our convictions.” We need to be strong and confident and determined. But what happens when the information changes? What happens when the course we charted is no longer working?
And this is not just for leaders. So often, as humans, we establish an opinion or view of the world, and then move on. Often, we don’t re-examine these positions. The world changes…but do we? And if we do notice that change, doesn’t that make us weak to change our opinion? We hear people talk about politicians changing their position and we call them “flip floppers.” This is silly and small minded. The world evolves and so should we. It doesn’t make us weak, it makes us wise.
In that moment, when he said “I was wrong,” that man gained my respect. He was able to listen. He took the opportunity to get new information. Then he acted on that information. That is what true leadership looks like.
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