My Takes

My Takes


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Why Familiar Terrain Still Surprises Us: A Mindset Shift for Business Professionals – Episode 10
December 17, 2025

Sometimes the best business lessons show up in unexpected placeslike a mountain bike trail. During a ride at Clinton Park in Douglasville, I was reminded of how quickly obstacles can appear, even on familiar ground. The trail may be technical, but so are

Elevating the Customer Journey: Simple Ways to Reduce Decision Fatigue – Episode 9
December 15, 2025

Travel has a way of revealing lessons we can use in every part of our professional lives. During a quick layover in the Paris airport, I stumbled on a simple but powerful reminder about customer experienceone that applies just as much to property managem

Managing Expectations – Balancing Inspiration and Reality – Episode 8
November 19, 2025

Managing expectations isnt about limiting your dreamsit's about grounding them so they actually move you forward. Let the inspiring moments in life fuel your everyday routine, not overshadow it. That balance is where sustainable growth happens.00:00

Stay the Course: Navigating Business Challenges with Purpose – Episode 7
November 17, 2025

As I sat by the port, watching boats come and go, I couldnt help but think about how much that scene mirrors business life. Every vessel had a destination; even if the seas got rough, they kept heading toward it. It reminded me of how important it is, es

Don’t Forget About Customer Reviews: Why Feedback Still Matters – Episode 6
November 13, 2025

While waiting at the port in Bra, Croatia, on my way to Split and then Zagreb, I found myself reflecting on something we often overlook customer reviews. After a few amazing experiences, from a private boat charter to a mountain e-bike ride, I realized

Work With What You’ve Got: Finding Creativity in Simplicity – Episode 5
November 10, 2025

While exploring Milno, Croatia, I had one of those small but powerful aha moments. As I learned about how the locals build with the stone found right under their feet, I couldnt help but think about how that same principle applies to marketing and crea

Why Community Connections Build Stronger Brands – Episode 4
October 24, 2025

While exploring a small island near Milna, Croatia, I reflected on a powerful truth in marketing, the enduring value of community and connection. A simple act by a local skipper, steering his group to

The Power of Perspective: Rediscovering Creativity in an AI-Driven World – Episode 3
October 23, 2025

In this reflective episode, I share my thoughts from the shores of the Adriatic Sea on the island of Bra, Croatia. Drawing from decades in learning and development, I explore how gaining perspective can reignite creativityboth in life and in work. In an

Eliminate Bottlenecks and Boost Your Workflow Efficiency -Episode 2
October 19, 2025

Ever feel like your workflow stalls because of bottlenecks? In this episode of My Takes, I share a simple but powerful lesson inspired by watching ferries in Croatia. Content creation, teamwork, or lo

New Beginnings – Episode 1
October 19, 2025

Hey everyone, Jonathan Saar here, and welcome to episode one of My Takes! Im so glad youre here. I wanted to take just a minute to kick things off and give you a feel for what this show is all about. If youve followed my journey, you know Ive been a c