The event everyone looks forward to every four years—the Summer Games—is right around the corner! In just a few months, we will see the best of the best take on their opponents to win the Gold, Silver, or Bronze medal. The buzz of excitement has already begun with the trials broadcasting on television these last…
Fear is normal. Everyone deals with fear. But even though to be human is to know fear, it does not mean that we should let it overrun our lives. When it comes to leadership and success, fear is nothing more than something unknown to us. The only way to break through that proverbial wall is…
Have you ever stopped to think about what you’re thinking about? For a lot of people, they might be surprised at how negative their thoughts might skew. We don’t intentionally mean to beat ourselves up over a bad workday, where we are in our career versus where we thought we would be, or maybe something…
Whether or not you already say them, most people are aware of what affirmations are. Before you count them out, there is power in self-talk. The way you speak to yourself will greatly impact your self-belief, and ultimately how you view and receive your environment. Affirmations are statements you can say to yourself regarding any…
This world is full of distractions. Successful people must figure out how to take control of their minds, sharpen their focus, and give their attention fully to a single task. It’s no easy feat. The good news is that there are a variety of systems, strategies, and methods for creating better focus. And sometimes the…
How can I get more done in less time? It’s a question everyone wants the answer to. And that’s not the only one. People are also asking: How can I improve my focus and concentration? How can I do better quality work? How can I create better flow for my workday? There is one simple…
Everyone makes mistakes. This is something we accept in theory, but when it comes to our leaders, the lines are a little blurry. This is probably due to how some leaders tend to handle their mistakes. When the ego gets in the way, mistakes are covered up, ignored, or blamed on others. This kind of…
Listening is a crucial part of persuasion, influence, and good leadership in general. It’s also a basic building block of healthy personal relationships. But there are different levels of listening — from simply hearing words being said all the way to deep listening. So what’s the difference in listening and deep listening? Some refer to…
When we think about what traits are common among successful people, a lot of words might come to mind. But the one that we might overlook — which is actually a crucial element — is persistence. Great ideas aren’t always seen as great ideas from the get-go. And they certainly never begin as fully formed…
Change. Sometimes we like it; sometimes we don’t. Sometimes it’s hurled at us with no warning and no time for preparation. And it’s not at all what we expected or wanted. I’m sure you know what I mean. So what do we do about it? Because while venting about our struggles can be therapeutic and…