“‘Simple’ is often way more powerful than we imagine,” explains this week’s guest, Todd Snyder. Conversely, “certainty unlocks productivity in ways that are surprising.”
When someone doesn’t have a clear vision for what they want or are working towards, it’s nearly impossible to make progress. As a productivity coach for entrepreneurs, Todd works with a variety of clients who often have a few things in common: Lack of clarity about what they are striving to create or achieve, inability or unwillingness to make decisions, and no clear plan forward.
He is able to skillfully help his clients discern their focus, make decisions, and craft easy-to-follow action plans. In alignment with Laura’s principle that “One Size Does NOT Fit All,” Todd has a lot of tools and processes at his disposal, from which he picks and chooses based on each client’s specific needs.
His background is as a clinical psychologist, having done significant work in trauma disorders, relationship counseling, and marital counseling, but working with business owners is his sweet spot. “I love the pace, the opportunity to help clients implement quickly, and see a real–world impact,” he explained.
Laura and Todd also explore his youth and some unique experiences growing up, that sparked his interest in personal and professional development. As with any good ‘travel guide,’ he is able to serve his clients well because he’s traveled a similar path.
Todd’s Bio
Dr. Snyder has completed both a Master’s Degree and a Doctoral degree at Baylor University’s Department of Psychology and Neuroscience in Texas. After completing a postdoctoral fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland, he moved to Valparaiso, Indiana, (near Chicago) where he currently lives with his wife and two sons.
He has worked as a self-discipline coach, stress-management consultant, and productivity consultant for people all over the globe. Prior to developing his current specialty, Snyder worked as a clinical psychologist in private practice, as a marriage counselor, and as a relationship coach.
Due to word of mouth and a few interviews, he inadvertently became a consultant to business owners in the world of online e-commerce, especially in the areas of integration marketing, productivity, and decision making.
Throughout his career, he has been a student of what he calls “active ingredients” of success. These are the few variables that make the biggest difference when trying to accomplish a specific goal or outcome.
In his various roles as counselor and consultant, he became increasingly aware of the power of decisions to steer people’s lives toward happiness or misery, success or frustration. The problem is, when it comes to productivity, most of us don’t feel in control of the decisions we make about where we focus our limited time and energy.
Fortunately, he’s found a solution for that problem. As a student of peak performance, he continuously refines the key insights and mental models that can flip the switch for uncommon results.
You can find Todd here:
Todd Snyder Coaching
Todd on LinkedIn
