In this month's episode of the Third Thursday Podcast, Branden Bodendorfer explores one of the most pressing questions facing business owners in 2026: What does AI actually mean for my business? While much of the conversation around artificial intelligence focuses on saving time, cutting costs, or automating routine tasks, Branden highlights a far more significant shift that many organizations are…
In this episode of the Third Thursday Podcast, I open up about something we all go through—but often don't talk about enough: loss. Whether it's missing out on a dream, losing a business you helped build, or saying goodbye to someone you love, I've learned that loss doesn't just hurt—it shapes who we become. In this conversation, I share some of the most defining losses in my life—from not getting…
Welcome to the Third Thursday Podcast, where we reflect, reset, and realign with purpose, clarity, and intention. I'm your host, Branden Bodendorfer, and in this episode, we're diving into a powerful truth: you are the sum of the people closest to you. We explore how both long-standing relationships and brief encounters shape your identity, values, and direction. This conversation isn't just about…
In this episode of the Third Thursday Podcast , host Branden Bodendorfer dives deep into two powerful and contrasting leadership styles—being a bridge that connects people and a lighthouse that provides guidance and clarity. With thoughtful reflection and practical insight, Branden explores how these leadership metaphors apply to real-world team dynamics and how understanding when to use each…
The Power of the 13th Week | Third Thursday Podcast Welcome to the Third Thursday Podcast! In this episode, I dive into the importance of the 13th week in your quarterly planning. The 12-Week Year method helps us focus on short-term execution, but what about the final week of the quarter? This is your time to reflect, recalibrate, and prepare for the next cycle. Misunderstood Productivity – How my…
Welcome to another episode of Third Thursday, the podcast designed to help you reflect, reset, and supercharge your monthly goals! 🚀 In this episode, host Branden Bodendorfer dives into a powerful topic: Becoming an Agent of Change—both in your personal and professional life. Through recent conversations with individuals striving for meaningful transformation, a common challenge has emerged:…
Here's the transcript formatted for a podcast: Podcast Transcript: Third Thursdays - Episode 1 Host : Branden Bodendorfer Title : Principles of Planning and Achieving Goals Branden Bodendorfer : Well, hello everyone! I'm Branden Bodendorfer, and welcome to the official first recording of Third Thursdays —a podcast designed to help motivate you into the next month and accelerate your goals. Each…
Social Media Platforms - Where Should you Focus Your Energy What social media platform should you be on? What are your goals for social media marketing? Why should you be on those platforms? Where do we see social media platforms going in the future? If you've ever asked yourself any of these questions, this is the podcast for you! There are so many social media platforms, it can be hard to know…
In today's podcast, Branden unpacks the Ideal Week and what it means to reassess what's on your plate so you can continue to maximize your time and effort. Rewire and reframe your time using this powerful Key2Success Digital Planner tool. Learn More: https://brandenbodendorfer.com/podcast-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-week/
Is it too late to start digital planning this year? No! Start making that adjustment today. A year is just an arbitrary number when all is said and done. The point is to move forward by putting first things first. The Daily Key 3 are going to make the biggest impact on your goals. We unpack this concept in today's podcast. I recently listened to an audiobook called Atomic Habits. the main concept…