Off The Dome Radio

Episode 105: How to Maximize Small Talk, Walmart vs. Amazon, Trump Impeachment, Instagram Censoring, Under the Weather Meal Plan, Winning Your Next Party, and Becoming a Better Listener

Episode  |  December 24th, 2019  |  1 hr 1 min

amazon, apartment cleaning, cleanliness, emotional intelligence, how to break the ice, how to clean your house, how to get over sickness, how to plan an event, impeachment, instagram, party tips, small talk, trump impeachment, walmart

In today's current events, Tim talks about the various strategies you can use to maximize small talk, as well as Walmart's latest strategies to compete with Amazon. Slager dives into the Trump impeachment and how Instagram is now censoring its users, including someone who supports the carnivore diet.

For real life experience, Tim discusses how he stepped outside of his comfort and learned some valuable skills through planning a holiday event for work. Slager is also dealing with sickness right now, so he gives a perfect meal plan for when you are feeling under the weather.

In the book talk section of today's episode, Tim talks about an effective way to approach your next party or social gathering by analyzing Travis Bradberry's "Emotional Intelligence 2.0." Slager discusses being a better listener, choosing your battles wisely, and understanding separate realities by reflecting on "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff."

Article 39: Interim Workouts While You're Traveling

Article  |  December 22nd, 2019
By Colin Slager
balance, bodyweight, bodyweight training, exercise, gym access, isometric holds, light pump, mobility, reps, resistance band training, resistance bands, running, stability, therabands, training, travel workouts, workout while you travel, workouts

Article 38: 5 Things Needed to Spread Your Positivity

Article  |  December 17th, 2019
By Timothy Ahlersmeyer

Article 37: Become a Professional Decision Maker

Article  |  December 16th, 2019
By Colin Slager
bad decision, decision maker, decision making, decisions, different angles, good decision, indecisive, make the call, no decision, pitch in, professional decision maker

Episode 104: How to Say No Effectively, Uber's Annual Safety Report, Blue Light Blocking Glasses, "Gamechangers" Documentary Review, Creating Valuable Content, and Optimism Strategies

Episode  |  December 10th, 2019  |  1 hr 22 mins

blue light blocking glasses, durango colorado, gamechangers documentary, how to be more positive, how to drive safe, how to eat better, how to eat better while traveling, how to say no, how to sleep better, nutrition, plant basedd diet, practicing optimism, saying no nicely, saying no politely, shawnee inn pennsylvania, uber safety report

In today's episode, we analyze a recent article that lists out the three most effective and polite ways to say no and turn down an invitation. We also get into the recent safety report released by Uber, and offer up safe ways to protect yourself when riding in your own car or with a service.

In real life experience, Tim talks about getting new blue light blocking glasses, which goes into a discussion about the benefits of these toward sleep. Slager provides an in-depth analysis on the recent Netflix documentary "Gamechangers", and he also talks about his experience in meeting with his very first nutrition client.

In book talk, Slager discusses the importance of content and providing value first, reflecting on Gary Vaynerchuk's podcast and book "Crush It." Tim then gives a helpful strategy in practicing optimism, highlighting a book written by the founders of the clothing company "Life is Good," Bert and John Jacobs.

Episode 103: Jason Pardue, Founder of Coastland Apparel

Episode  |  December 5th, 2019  |  57 mins 7 secs

clothing line, coastland, coastland apparel, hats, hoodies, how to start a business, jason pardue, law enforcement, north carolina clothing, real estate

Jason Pardue is the Founder and Co-Owner of Coastland Apparel (@coastlandapparel), a quality driven and outdoor focused apparel company from Lexington, North Carolina. Jason started his career in law enforcement and then transitioned into selling real estate and running his company, which he started in 2018.

In this interview, Jason describes his motivation to start his company, the struggles and challenges of running an apparel business in a competitive industry, creating and fostering key relationships, and the important lessons he has learned through his journey in law enforcement, real estate, and entrepreneurship.

To find out more about Coastland and its diverse collection of products, you can visit: coastlandapparel.com

Episode 102: Thanksgiving Highlights, Confessions from a McDonald's Employee, How to Shop Smarter this Holiday, How IKEA is Capitalizing on Shopping Trends, Morning Routine Discipline, and Adapting Your Communication Style

Episode  |  December 3rd, 2019  |  59 mins 4 secs

attitude, better attitude, grant cardone, holiday shopping tips, how to have a good attitude, ikea, mcdonald's, sell or be sold, slight edge, tattoos, thanksgiving foods

In today's episode, we give our Thanksgiving highlights and get into a discussion about top holidays foods. Fur current events, we talk about a deep confession about customer service from an old Mcdonald's employee, the 7 trends that IKEA is capitalizing upon to win the shopping game, and 4 valuable tips to help you shop smarter for the holidays.

For real life experience, Tim explains how he has learned to change his communication style at work while spending time at a senior living community, and Slager gives an update on his tithing practices and morning routine.

In the book talk portion of the episode, Slager talks about discipline, reflecting on Jeff Olson's "Slight Edge," while Tim highlights some key takeaways about attitude from Grant Cardone's "Sell or Be Sold."

Episode 101: Jada Love, Blogger and Motivational Speaker

Episode  |  November 28th, 2019  |  1 hr 13 mins

blog, blogging, how to network, how to quit your job, how to start a blog, how to start a youtube channel, how to write, knowing your worth, love thyself, motivation, motivational speaking, networking, positivity, quitting your job

Jada Love (@couture.finessin / @lovethyself.101) is a blogger, motivational speaker, and founder of Love Thyself 101. Through her writings, Jada brings motivational and inspirational value to people who are doubting themselves or stuck in a job or life that they hate.

In this interview, we talk with Jada about her motivations to quit her job and become her own boss, challenges in starting a blog and YouTube channel, smart networking, taking true time to yourself, surrounding yourself with positivity, and important business lessons that she has learned through her journey.

To read her blog, you can visit: www.lovethyself.art.blog

Article 36: 3 Tips for Holiday Eating

Article  |  November 27th, 2019
By Colin Slager
christmas, eat foods in order, eat slowly, family, friends, holiday eating, holidays, meaningful desserts, mindfulness, new years, nostalgia, quality time, relax, thanksgiving, weight management

Episode 100: Our Favorite Episode Moments, eSports Innovation, Tesla's Cybertruck, Being the Best Listener, and How to Give Value First

Episode  |  November 26th, 2019  |  1 hr 20 mins

carnegie, cybertruck tesla, esports, fitness, gary v, give value first, how to influence people, instagram, lebron james, michael jordan, misfits gaming group, philosopher, serial entrepreneur, space jam, spiritual journey, tesla

For our 100th episode, we each highlight our top 3 episode moments over our journey thus far, recapping conversations with podcast host Kristof Lewis, serial entrepreneur Ben Gothard, philosopher Dr. Richard McGowan, sales trainer Tim Sandler, and play-by-play baseball announcer Brendan King.

In current events, Tim talks about how a top eSport company called Misfits Gaming Group is launching an initiative for small business, and Slager gives his thoughts on Tesla's new cybertruck.

For book talk, we highlight key listening strategies from Dale Carnegie's "How to Win Friends and Influence People," while Slager covers what it means to give value first, analyzing Gary Vaynerchuk's "Crushing It"

Episode 99: Andrew Gummer, Tattoo Artist

Episode  |  November 21st, 2019  |  1 hr 10 mins

family, fathers, how to get a tattoo, tattoo, tattoo art, tattoo artist, ufo

Andrew Gummer (@andrewgummerart /@drewgummer.shots) is a tattoo artist with over 10 years of experience in the industry. He has developed his design expertise and customer service skills at Altered Image Tattoo and Piercing Studio in Avon (@alteredimagetattoos), as well as the Salty Siren in Greenwood, Indiana (@saltysirentattoo).

In this interview, Andrew describes his motivation to get into the tattoo industry, what goes into the design and customer relations aspect, and the challenges he has faced through the process while dealing with frustrating life events.

Episode 98: Handling and Giving Criticism Correctly, Two-Minute Mindfulness Habit, Kaepernick and the NFL, Sitting Down vs. Standing Up for Crucial Conversations, and Mindful Eating

Episode  |  November 19th, 2019  |  52 mins 16 secs

adding value, artificial ingredients, critcism, freelance writing, grant cardone, handling criticism, how to eat better, how to give criticism, how to meditate, how to sell, kaepernick, meditation, mindfulness, resume writing, sales, selling, tattoos

In today's current events, we discuss Colin Kaepernick and the NFL, using high emotional intelligence to handle and give proper criticism, and a mindful two-minute habit that you can implement into your day.

In the real life experience section, Tim talks about making yourself unique by adding additional and unexpected value, and Slager gives an update on the benefits of participating in "No Vice November."

For book talk, Tim talks about sitting down for important conversations instead of standing up, analyzing Grant Cardone's "Sell or Be Sold." Slager talks about Aubrey Marcus' "Own the Day, Own Your Life" by explaining the importance of looking out for artificial ingredients in your foods.

Article 35: Effects of Blue Light

Article  |  November 16th, 2019
By Colin Slager
blue light, blue light blockers, blue light blocking glasses, blue light glasses, devices, glasses, light, light energy, macular degeneration, screen time, screens, sunlight, vision, wavelength

Episode 97: No More Likes on Instagram, Chinese Hackers and SMS Texting, Krispy Kreme Entrepreneur, Kettle Bell Workouts, How to Overcome Nervousness, and Getting the Love You Want

Episode  |  November 12th, 2019  |  54 mins 46 secs

emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, fitness, getting the love you want, gratitude, hackers, how to love, how to overcome stress, how to workout, instagram, kettlebell workouts, krispy kreme, nutrition, thank you cards

In today's current events, we talk about Instagram removing likes, Chinese internet hackers infiltrating SMS messaging, an entrepreneur who capitalized on a Krispy Kreme Donuts opportunity, and a helpful and efficient 20-minute kettle bell workout.

For real life experience, Slager highlights his nutrition and coaching seminar with Dr. Andy Galpin, and Tim talks about a new initiative he is starting at work.

In book talk, Tim talks about a strategy to overcome nervousness from "Mind Gym" by Gary Mack, and Slager talks about changing for the better in your relationship, reflecting on "Getting the Love You Want" by Harville Hendrix.

Article 34: Make Peace with the Job You Hate

Article  |  November 10th, 2019
By Colin Slager
entrepreneur, full time job, hate your job, life you want, lifestyle, new career, new job, positive energy, side hustle, start your own business, what you want to do, work from home

Episode 96: Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell, Developmental Psychologist, Author, Musician, Host of the "Love & Life Podcast"

Episode  |  November 5th, 2019  |  1 hr 26 mins

developmental psychology, family, how to be a therapist, how to get over a bad breakup, mental health, podcast, podcasting, psychology, relationships, therapists, therapy

Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell (@dr.karin) is a Developmental Psychologist, Musician, Host of the "Love & Life Podcast", Author of "Single is the New Black: Don't Wear White 'til it's Right". Throughout her career, she worked as a Therapist for kids and teenagers in the Chicago Welfare System and a Professor at Chicago State University and Concordia University (River Forest).
 
In this interview, Karin talks about all aspects of being a therapist for young kids experiencing trauma, the motivations behind her podcast and book, and the importance of being in patient in finding the right love for yourself.
 
You can learn more about Karin by vising drkarin.me.