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Productive Joy

Dr. Christie McMullen

Welcome to Productive Joy with Dr. Christie. I"m your host, Christie McMullen, and together we are going to make sure we turn fun into action. How will we do that? By thoughtfully taking AIM. AIM stands for Analyze Improve Move. We"re going to analyze the things that you"re currently doing that you"re like, I probably could find more joy in this. We"re going to improve on those things by listening to experts and learning all kinds of new ways to do business. And then we"re going to move. It is time

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00:25:25

The Human Thread That Shapes Every Business with...

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2025/10/02

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces her guest, Vivian Okeke, a leadership expert, founder of Pro Support, author, and conflict manager. Vivian shares her experiences of moving from her home country to Canada, starting her company, and helping businesses navigate HR challenges. She highlights the importance of investing in employees for business success, building a positive work culture, and understanding one's purpose to prevent burnout.Dr. Christie and Vivian also

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00:36:38

How To Capture Culture and Leverage It To Your...

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2025/09/30

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Erin Krueger, a CEO, author, realtor, dog mom, world traveler, and painter. Erin shares her story of growing up on a farm in Pennsylvania, instilled with the values of integrity and hard work by her entrepreneurial parents. She faced a significant tragedy at 21, losing both her parents in a car accident, which taught her resilience and the importance of moving forward. Erin discusses how she built her career, transitioning from a high-paying

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00:06:34

Get Noticed For Who You Are and More From Sir Paul...

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2025/09/27

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie reflects on her interviews this week with two real-life knights! One from Portugal and one from France, who emphasize the importance of being known for who you are and how authenticity can bring light and life to others. Dr. Christie reminds us to reflect on what we want to be known for and to align their actions with their desires. She also shares her experiences as an adjunct professor, helping students balance their academic and personal

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00:32:11

Why Are You Still Miserable? With Sir Riadh Bouaziz

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2025/09/25

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Sir Riadh Bouaziz, a knighted global traveler and positivity advocate from France. Sir Bouaziz shares his philosophy of infusing life with joy and authenticity, emphasizing gratitude and a positive mindset. He talks about his efforts during COVID-19, from creating lifesaving protective gear to being recognized by the French President and how you can shape your own destiny through proactive and positive choices.Episode Highlights:00:00

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00:32:14

Hard Work, Consistency, and Luck Can Change...

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2025/09/23

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie is thrilled to welcome Sir Paul Flynn, a modern-day knight and a key figure at the GRO Foundation. The discussion delves into Paul's unique upbringing across multiple cultures and how it shaped his perspectives on work-life balance, purpose, and happiness. Sir Paul shares his insights on seeing life as a participation event rather than a race for achievements. He emphasizes the importance of inner strength, helping others, and finding joy in your

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00:07:03

Fine Tuning Focus, Applying Advice and More with...

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2025/09/20

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie reflects on the rapid passage of time and challenges us to both recognize our achievements and identify areas for growth as we approach the final quarter of 2025. Featuring recaps of interviews with Veronica Deraleau and Christian F. Johnson, she emphasizes the importance of real-world feedback in becoming one's authentic self.She encourages us to 'take off our masks' — metaphorical or otherwise — that prevent us from being genuine in

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00:31:07

Destroying Distractions with Christian F. Johnson

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2025/09/18

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr Christie introduces guest Christian F. Johnson, a coach, leader, speaker, podcaster, and father. Christian shares his personal revelation about the importance of destroying distractions to live an authentic and aligned life. He discusses his RINSE method, an acronym for Recognize, Identify, Neutralize, Starve, and Execute, which he uses to help individuals align with their divine purpose. Christian emphasizes the power of turning off the noise and focusing on

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00:31:02

Real World Feedback Polishes You...It is a Gift with...

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2025/09/16

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Veronica Deraleau, an opera singer turned financial coach, veteran, and army spouse. Veronica shares her unique path combining music with business, illustrating how she managed to pay off $100,000 in debt within three years on a starter salary. Her insights into aligning one’s talents and practical financial strategies are laid out in her book 'Making Money is Simple.' Veronica emphasizes the importance of defining clear goals,

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00:07:35

Change Dynamics, Activate Your Influence & More with...

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2025/09/13

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie shares insights from two inspiring guests, Dr. Elizabeth Moran and Tyler Mount. Elizabeth, an organizational change expert, emphasizes the importance of supporting change even if you aren't fully on board and the need to combat our natural negative biases. Tyler, who transitioned from Broadway to real estate, illustrates how integrating all personal talents can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Dr. Christie discusses her company, Intentionality

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00:34:54

Progress is Omni-Directional and is Always...

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2025/09/11

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie has a conversation with Tyler Mount, CEO of Henry Street Creative, Broadway producer, and multiple Tony Award winner. Discover the power of authenticity as Tyler shares his life stories and insights into personal branding and how embracing one's true self can lead to unparalleled success. Their conversation explores Tyler's transition from a career in theater to becoming a digital marketing expert in the real estate space. He emphasizes the

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00:35:06

The Struggle is Real...The Power Optimism Works with...

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2025/09/09

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Moran, an author, leader, and change management expert. Dr. Moran shares her insights on leadership, resilience, and managing through change. She emphasizes that leaders don’t need to be fully on board with a change to guide their teams through it effectively. They explore concepts such as the negativity bias, the importance of authenticity, and differentiating between one's sphere of control and sphere of influence. Dr

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00:49:48

SPECIAL EPISODE! Intentionality Trumps Everything and...

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2025/09/06

In this exciting episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces her new venture, Intentionality Group, and its key team members: Jonathan Grant Brown, Ben Solomon, and her husband Jason McMullen. The team discusses their unique contributions and insights on enhancing workplace culture and productivity. They emphasize the importance of intentional learning, fun, and effective communications. Real-life examples from diverse fields show how their approach can solve organizational challenges. Stay

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00:26:38

It Isn't Work Life Balance, It is Work Life Harmony...

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2025/09/04

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Julia Qian, CFO of Health in Tech, to discuss the intersections of productivity, joy, and innovation. Julia shares her extensive background in various financial sectors including manufacturing, FinTech, and healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of addressing problems effectively and discusses the critical difference between healthcare and sick care. Julia highlights the significance of adopting new technologies despite inevitable

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00:33:14

Working Your Butt Off To Become the King or Queen You...

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2025/09/02

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces Lenka Lutonska, a business energetics specialist, author, and entrepreneur from London. Lenka shares her fascinating story, from starting as a McDonald's worker to becoming an award-winning manager and eventually, a successful entrepreneur. She discusses her expertise in business energetics—a quantum model of business and leadership—and her journey to rebuild her confidence and business after a major setback. Lenka elaborates on the

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00:09:00

Turn Time into Treasure and More From Peggy Sullivan...

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2025/08/30

In this episode of Productive Joy, the recap, Dr. Christie looks back on key insights for time management from her guests, Peggy Sullivan and Skip Willcox. Both keynote speakers and coaches discuss the importance of intentional time use and overcoming the knowing-doing gap. Dr. Christie shares personal experiences about balancing multiple responsibilities, emphasizing the value of 'stealing moments' and power sessions. She highlights the OUTPACE framework from Skip, focusing on organization,

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00:28:19

Beyond Busyness with Peggy Sullivan

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2025/08/28

Welcome to Productive Joy! Today Dr. Christie talks with Peggy Sullivan, an author, neuroscience expert, and TEDx speaker. Peggy shares her insights on overcoming 'busyness addiction,' emphasizing the concept of time poverty. She reveals a three-step process to reclaim valuable time and boost productivity: subtraction of low-value activities, igniting happiness through small rituals, and focusing on core values like energy management and human connection. Peggy also touches on the importance

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00:24:21

How to OUTPACE Your Competition with Skip Willcox

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2025/08/26

Join us on Productive Joy as Dr, Christie introduces Skip Willcox - an entrepreneur, mortgage professional, podcast host, and devoted dad. Skip shares his path from graduating with degrees in economics and political science at University of Georgia to embracing coaching and starting Kairo Sales Group. He emphasizes his OUTPACE acronym (Organization, Understanding, Time Management, Positivity, Active Listening/Adaptability, Controlling Emotions, Education) to enhance productivity and joy in personal

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00:06:59

Rise Up, Passion is Powerful and More with Melissa...

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2025/08/23

In this Productive Joy recap episode, Dr. Christie dives into the inspiring stories of two exceptional women. Melissa Aarskaug, a gaming industry engineer and podcast creator, and Michelle Hensley, who started a major gift-wrapping company after personal tragedy. Dr. Christie encourages listeners to rethink how they spend their time, embrace new opportunities at any age, and turn their passions into action. She challenges viewers to audit their time, focus on what they love, and transform fun

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00:32:11

Choosing to Rise from the Ashes with Michelle Hensley

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2025/08/21

Join us as Dr. Christie has a powerful conversation with Michelle Hensley and she shares her inspiring story of resilience and success. From becoming a widow in 2014 to founding a mobile gift-wrapping empire, Michelle’s journey showcases the power of faith, tenacity, and creativity.Learn how she turned personal adversity into a thriving business wrapping gifts for high-profile clients like the Kardashians and the White House. She and Dr. Christie give practical advice for pursuing your dreams, the

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00:28:57

Becoming a Renaissance Woman with Melissa Aarskaug

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2025/08/19

Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Melissa Aarskaug to discuss her diverse roles, including VP in the gaming industry, podcaster, and master networker. Melissa shares her unique path through engineering, leadership insights, and the importance of authentic growth and resilience. She gives real life advice on how to transform challenges into opportunities, she emphasizes the importance of starting each day with self-care and fostering an environment where team members can thrive. Tune in

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