Episodes

  • Ditch The Productivity Mirage: Stop Looking Busy And Get Real Work Done
    Dec 26 2024

    The biggest lie in modern work? That busyness equals productivity. In this episode of Rebellious Business, we expose the toxic obsession with “looking busy” that keeps teams stuck in shallow work and superficial activity. From the office’s performative hustle to remote work’s instant-response culture, we uncover why these outdated norms crush real productivity—and how to break free.

    Learn how to ditch the productivity mirage for a workplace that values outcomes over appearances. Tune in now to start flipping the script and unlocking true effectiveness for yourself and your team.

    The Rebellious Business podcast is created, written, and copyrighted by Katherine R. Lieber, high-performance strategist and the Rebellious Business consultant of TitaniumBlue LLC.

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    10 mins
  • Reclaiming Your Inbox: Email as a Strategic Tool, Not An Unfillable Sinkhole: Part 2
    Dec 17 2024

    Your inbox doesn’t have to be an unfillable sinkhole—it can be a powerful strategic tool. In Part 2 of Reclaiming Your Inbox, we flip the script on how you see email, transforming it from overwhelming noise into an intelligence engine that delivers insights, trends, and opportunities no one else is noticing.

    Learn how to curate your inbox strategically, analyze patterns for actionable value, and turn newsletters, webinars, and promotions into market signals you can leverage. Stop reacting to email chaos and start using it to sharpen your edge, anticipate trends, and make smarter moves.

    If you’re ready to reclaim control of your inbox and turn it into your secret weapon, this episode is for you. Tune in now and discover how to make your inbox work for you.

    This podcast is created, written, and copyrighted by Katherine R. Lieber, high-performance strategist and the Rebellious Business consultant of TitaniumBlue LLC.

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    12 mins
  • The Endless Loop: How the Lack of Milestones and Rewards Crushes High Performers
    Dec 10 2024

    Modern work is broken for high performers. Endless loops, hollow recognition, and a constant demand for more aren’t just exhausting—they’re fundamentally at odds with human wiring. In this episode of Rebellious Business, we uncover why the inability to close loops and receive meaningful rewards is one of the biggest hidden stressors in today’s workplace.

    Discover how the lack of closure disrupts your neurochemistry, why shallow celebrations fail to motivate, and what high performers truly need to stay engaged and energized. From neurochemical insights to actionable strategies, this episode is your guide to flipping the script on modern work and reclaiming focus, drive, and satisfaction.

    Tune in now and learn how to break free from the grind with real closure and rewards that matter.

    Rebellious Business is created, written, and copyrighted by high-performer strategist Katherine R. Lieber of TitaniumBlue LLC.

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    13 mins
  • Unconventional Tools: The Tools You Need to Manage the Tools You Use
    Dec 3 2024

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    Are your tools running you instead of the other way around? In this episode of *Rebellious Business*, we uncover the secret weapon every high performer needs: meta-tools. These are the tools that manage your tools, helping you organize workflows, streamline processes, and reclaim the mental bandwidth you need to thrive.


    We’ll dive into why relying solely on your everyday tools isn’t enough in today’s fast-paced world and how adding a layer of meta-tools can transform chaos into clarity. From diagramming platforms to automation systems, discover the unconventional strategies that will help you stay focused, organized, and in control.


    If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your tech stack or struggled to connect the dots across projects, this episode is your roadmap to mastering the tools that power your success. Tune in and learn how to stop letting complexity dictate your day—and start using meta-tools to unlock your true potential.

    This podcast is created, written, and copyrighted by Katherine R. Lieber, high-performer strategist and the Rebellious Business consultant of TitaniumBlue LLC.

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    10 mins
  • Reclaiming Your Inbox: Email as a Strategic Tool, Not An Unfillable Sinkhole: Part 1
    Dec 1 2024

    Your inbox doesn’t own you—it's time to take back control. In this episode of Rebellious Business, we uncover the hidden costs of email overload, from decision fatigue to the neurochemical toll that keeps you out of flow state. With over 600 emails flooding the average professional’s week and nearly 9 hours spent sorting through the chaos, it’s no wonder you feel scattered and drained.

    But here’s the rebellion: we’re flipping the script and turning email into a strategic tool, not an unfillable sinkhole. Tune in for bold, actionable strategies to filter ruthlessly, automate smartly, and delete without guilt—so you can reclaim your time, your energy, and your focus.

    This podcast is created, written, and copyrighted by Katherine R. Lieber, high-performing productivity coach and Rebellious Business consultant, and TitaniumBlue LLC. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, share, and join us next time for more insights that flip business-as-usual on its head.

    Stay bold. Stay focused. Stay rebellious.

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    6 mins
  • Why Traditional Performance Reviews Reward Slackers And Punish High Performers
    Nov 24 2024

    Traditional performance reviews are broken—and they’re costing your company its best talent. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on why cookie-cutter evaluation forms actually reward slackers while penalizing your most innovative and dedicated employees.

    From meaningless categories like 'Attendance & Punctuality' to rigid rating scales that stifle creativity, we expose how these systems perpetuate mediocrity and drive high performers out the door.

    But it doesn’t have to be this way. Join us as we share a bold alternative to transform your review process, boost innovation, and create a culture where top talent thrives.

    If you’re ready to rebel against outdated business practices, this is the episode for you.

    Rebellious Healing is created, written, and produced by Katherine R. Lieber of TitaniumBlue LLC.

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    10 mins
  • Ditching 'Good Enough': Why Old Tech is Killing Your Business
    Nov 16 2024

    In this inaugural episode of Rebellious Business, we’re calling out one of the biggest silent killers of growth: outdated technology. Too often, leaders cling to “good enough” systems, unaware of the hidden costs and missed opportunities they create. We’ll explore why your tech decisions should be among the first you make, how old systems drain efficiency and revenue, and the game-changing benefits of investing in the right tools. If you’re ready to ditch the status quo and future-proof your business, this episode is for you. Don’t settle for “working well enough”—it’s time to rebel. Created and produced by Katherine R. Lieber of TitaniumBlue Insights and Huntress Analytics.

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    10 mins