Productivity Smarts 110 – Lessons for Living Large with Barbara Stone

In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with leadership coach and author Barbara Stone to explore her book So Much to Drool About. Through heartwarming stories about her Great Danes, Barbara shares practical life lessons on productivity, resilience, and living with intention. She explains how aligning with your core values and adopting a growth mindset can lead to meaningful transformation in both personal and professional life. Topics like gratitude, morning rituals, and shifting perspectives take center stage as tools for navigating life’s challenges.

The conversation dives into breaking free from limiting beliefs, with Barbara encouraging listeners to step outside their “crates”—her metaphor for comfort zones—in order to grow. She also outlines her leadership framework built on self-awareness, collaboration, and coaching. From reframing failures as learning experiences to strengthening resilience through values-based living, Barbara offers actionable insights for anyone seeking to thrive.

With her contagious enthusiasm and thoughtful guidance, Barbara reminds us that life is meant “to be drooled over”—rich with possibility for those bold enough to seek clarity and act with courage. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will help you boost your productivity and live a more purposeful life.