"Don't just talk about your service, break it down. What kinds
of problems will you be solving at the end of the day? Can you
start to give away answers so people can test drive how you think
and how you solve a problem?"
According to Jeremy Pound, his journey to becoming co-founder of
JuicyResults, as well as a well-known creative entrepreneur within
the South Florida community, is easily traced to his enrollment (as
a high school sophomore) in a brand-new Art magnet school that
opened in a nearby neighborhood.
"I went from being very disinterested in school to all of a
sudden...WOW!"
Jeremy credits much of his current success to his incredible
teachers and the environment that fostered his current "I can do
anything" mentality.
Today, Jeremy is a sought-after Internet marketing strategist; he
helps clients who typically have annual revenues between $1 million
and $10 million and employs a dedicated sales staff.
In this episode, Jeremy discusses:
His earlier rock star dreams
What his grunge band taught him about dreaming
big and achieving goals
His first entrepreneurial lesson
The significance of intentionality, belief and
vision
Essential Internet Marketing Strategies
Why companies should focus on very specific
search queries and terms
What most small businesses do when it comes to
search keywords and why it's not necessarily best
The importance of crafting solutions to the
query vs. talking about your company or service
Why educating your prospect is among the most
successful strategies
The essence of Google and the search query
How he defines "success"
His most important habits
How to get a little better every day
His use of triggers for habit development
How relationships set off certain triggers and
habits
And so much more!
“The bigger the problem, the earlier in the morning I'll get
up!"
Jeremy Pound is the co-founder and CEO of JuicyResults, a South
Florida-based Internet marketing agency. In the last decade Jeremy
has helped craft and implement online marketing strategies for
countless companies, ranging in size from the smallest of
businesses to Fortune 100 companies. Today, he works closely with
sales teams to generate ready-to-buy leads using an array of
Internet marketing strategies.
He writes and speaks regularly on how businesses can best take
advantage of the web and is the author of The Bootstrapper's Guide
to SEO. Jeremy is also the host of the New Customer Machine
podcast, where he interviews experts and entrepreneurs about how to
turn strangers into customers at scale.
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Jeremy's Books
(FREE) Seven Habits of Scalable Sales Teams
The Bootstrapper's Guide to SEO: A Proven Framework for Winning Top
Rankings in Search Engines (Amazon)
Jeremy's PODCAST! (iTunes) New Customer Machine
Jeremy's Reading List:
Man's Search For Meaning (Amazing book!) Viktor Frankl
The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals Michael
Pollan
The Obstacle is the Way, Ryan Holiday
OTHER RESOURCES:
The Habit Factor app
The Habit Factor template
The Habit Factor book
Big Brothers Big Sisters
"There is a HUGE difference between being interested versus being committed to an outcome or goal. For most people, if they are being honest with themselves, they are only interested..."
Martin kicks off this episode with a personal realization and a confession. Realizing that earlier in the prior month he said to himself, "I'm going to run 35 miles this month."
So, what was the problem?
Well, that was ALL it was... just talk! There was NO PLAN and there was really no action. It was a "nice to have" but certainly not a commitment!
To be committed— truly committed is the first step for goals that are meaningful.
Talking about a goal or even having a vision of achieving a goal is worth very little without backing it up with sincere commitment.
So, how do you know what you have sincere commitment? Easy.
— Is there a PLAN?
— Is there consistent action? Have the core behaviors/habits been identified?
— Are you TRACKING these behaviors? If you are not tracking your progress you are not serious about your goal.
— Be sure to Reassess - your strategy, your results and be flexible in your approach!
"I had no plan, I took limited action and I really wasn't committed to tracking or even assessing any progress along the way. It was just talk...."
Near the end of the episode Martin shares an old parable about the hen and the pig who decide to open a restaurant together as equal partners. However, the pig objects and for good reason!
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"In life, goals are not optional." #thehabitfactor
"The first thing goals do is give you direction. Direction provides a sense of purpose, and purpose leads to funny things like happiness and contentment."
This show kicks off with Martin sharing a story about a woman who approached him after a workshop simply to say, "Thank you! I used to HATE the idea of goals!" She was frustrated! She really disliked the thought of goals because it reminded her of a nagging husband who insisted she set some goals that included "losing weight."
This lady was so relieved to learn that by using The Habit Factor process, she could place her attention and focus on just a few, recurring behaviors (habits) instead of the goal itself.
Then, Martin reviews The Habit Factor's P.A.R.R. methodology and how it stacks up against the popularized Cue, Routine, Reward method. He shares how the P.A.R.R. methodology is forward looking while Cue Routine Reward is oriented toward assessing previous behaviors. Cue, Routine, Reward doesn't take into account simple and critical components of habit building, such as Recording (tracking), Reassessment, or, really, a defined process for planning.
Check out this short episode now and discover the insights that have shifted an entire industry...
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Goal Achievement Theory: Why SMART Goals Aren’t and How To Accelerate Your Achievement
Listen to this show: The Law of Cosmic Habit Force
"If we're focused, confident and relaxed we have a much better opportunity to execute what we want..."
"We know that our behaviors and our habits lead to our results..."
A former pro golfer, Rick earned his doctorate in Applied Sports Psychology. He is the author of Golf: The Ultimate Mind Game and is former editor of Golf Tips magazine.
A high school football injury directed Rick toward the sport of golf, and what he's learned since has truly been life-altering.
In a competitive playoff for the right to join his college golf team as a walk-on, as he describes it, he "choked" under pressure. It was that "failure" that became a formative life experience and sent Rick toward the study of peak performance strategies.
Today Rick is a sought-after peak-performance coach who trains aspiring professionals and helps corporate executives apply his many strategies and insights on peak performance, leadership and teamwork.
In this episode, Rick shares:
- How to re-write your story to serve your ambitions
- Physiological influences of performance
- Why and how love (passion) is a critical component for peak performance
- His strategy for the golf-course "workshop" with executive teams!
- How his workshop reveals so much about decision making, leadership and communication
- How he applies The Habit Factor in his training to carry his clients beyond just the mental game, and how that was a breakthrough
- How he defines "success"
- How appreciating your life's "roles" helps you create greater attention and mindfulness
- How to get a little better every day
- And, so much more...
“It's the exercise and the process behind it -- how did they come to the decisions as a team and what happens when someone played poorly? Did they react and judge them?"
Why could I not perform under the pressure, when it mattered most. Yet, when I put some of those mental and emotional skills and trained them, I was able to perform at a high level afterwards..."
“I'm a BIG believer that leadership starts with the individual, not with the team. You have to be able to lead yourself first before you can lead anyone else."
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Rick Sessinghaus — Perform For Success
The Habit Factor Certified Coaching Program
HeartMath (link)
Rick's PODCAST! PERFORM FOR SUCCESS! (iTunes)
Books Rick Referenced:
Unlimited Power by Tony Robbins
Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself Dr. Joe Dispenza
Coherence Alan Watkins
If happiness is, in large part, tied to the quality of our relationships, this episode is a MUST Listen...
"This is how and where the championships are won and the bridges are built..."
Unfortunately, most people grow up believing that independence is the highest form of maturity.
Martin shares some of his personal experience and the big, ah-ha in reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Dr. Stephen Covey points out that it is interdependence and not independence that is the highest form a maturity.
Further, Covey shares that the most troubled relationships tend to break down, whether it's a team, company or in a personal setting, when the FIRST THREE HABITS (he calls, "the personal victory") are not first honored and addressed. Those habits are: Be Proactive, Begin with the End in Mind, Put First Things First!
In fact, it's those first three habits that build the foundation and help to foster a strong, capable and long-lasting, interdependent relationship.
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After selling his company for millions at age 26, Jon Carder briefly retires to surf the South Pacific. It turns out to be a very short "retirement" that lasts only about 3 weeks...
“I think doing a business for money is absolutely the wrong motivation and will actually lead to a lot of challenges.
“The only thing you have to do to be successful is to be better than just about everyone else at just one thing. It's simple but it's not easy." ~Jon Carder
At just 26, Jon Carder was featured on the cover of Fortune Small Business magazine (link) wearing just board shorts and holding a surfboard as the sun set with the title, "Time to Sell?" He had just sold his company for millions and was ready to "retire" and surf.
But Jon Carder isn't your typical Southern California surf rat. He's also been featured in Business Insider and dozens of other publications and is an active member of the Entrepreneurs Organization and a mentor with The Founders Institute. He has founded several multi-million-dollar companies, and along the way has raised upwards of $35 million.
While his "success" story is legendary, it's actually his entire story— the failures, the struggles and all the hard work, agility and perseverance — that make for a very educational and entertaining interview, particularly for the aspiring entrepreneur.
In this episode, Jon recounts his unique journey from selling microwaved hot dogs in his neighborhood as a kid, to selling baby products at a swap meet in college and later selling one of his companies for millions. Today, Jon is on the precipice of changing the face of online-to-offline commerce with his innovative technology.
In this episode JC shares:
- Why not to start any business
- The surfing insight that led to his abundance mindset
- How following others' insights helped him evolve his companies
- Why great marketing can never make up for poor customer service — there's a funny story here
- The critical importance of focus
- How he picked himself up through failure and depression to start his second company— the one he ultimately sold!
- How three months into his next company they netted over $100,000
- How he actually applied the lessons learned from his prior company failure
- The birthing of MojoPages, MOGL and of course, Empyr
- His desire and passion to create a positive impact
- Donating about 1 million meals to help feed those in need
- The origination of his online-to-offline platform and API, a HUGE opportunity resulting from his persistence and something known as the "corridor principle"
- The KEY mindset that carries him through the darkest of times
- Relax HARD!
- His key success habits these days
- and so much more...
“What really makes me happy is following that journey, and not just for the ups and downs, but doing it for the potential positive impact…the bigger the impact the more thrilling the ride."
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EMPYR - Empyr
Business Insider Article on Jon Carder
Elon Musk (book) Jon mentions
The Score Takes Care of Itself - Bill Walsh
(Correction: MG mistakenly thinks JC is talking about Bill Walton... This is a great book by the former legendary Forty-Niner Coach, Bill Walsh!)
"There is no way to happiness. Happiness is the way." ~Buddhist Proverb
While happiness, as the Buddhist proverb goes, can and should be a choice (most often) there is no doubt our present circumstances and events have great influence upon our current level of happiness.
In fact, what happens more often than not is that we will assign and craft stories about events (in the present) and then layer on our own subjective and speculative implications (stories) about how that event will influence our future.
Interestingly, these future stories (that WE are always, habitually creating at will) in turn than influence our present level of happiness.
The question becomes, do we have the power to change the story, our attention and focus?
Martin touches on the R.A.S.; the Reticular Activation System, a part of the brain helps selectively guide our focus, to see and find those things that we are seeking OR patterns we've seen in the past.
"We tend to see what we put our focus upon... If that future story or image projection is not what we would like to see we actually get to change it."
In fact, you might argue that becomes a core responsibility in our life.
Martin recounts Jobs' biography by Walter Isaacson, simply titled, Steve Jobs. In the book, Jobs is famous for something Isaacson coined as his "reality distortion field". This reflected Jobs unrelenting ambition to distort "reality" and current information and events into something that would ultimately serve his imagination and his goals.
Can we not do this?
Martin challenges the listener to try to alter their focus and to craft a story about a positive, hopeful and optimistic future despite any negative current events or circumstances. And, to notice how that impacts your present level of happiness!
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"Your imagination is your preview of life's coming attractions.” ~Albert Einstein
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Your R.A.S. in action — See this video!
Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
“You can't build a reputation telling people what you are going to do!” ~Henry Ford
It's a commonly accepted practice after all... tell everyone about your goals so you are accountable and extra motivated to push forward, right?
Well surprise - surprise! It turns out that announcing your goals is one of the biggest drains of energy and it often proves to diminish your chances of success as you strive to achieve your goal.
Martin discusses his personal experience with this concept and how he noted his energy was best expended NOT in talking about his goals but in the act of getting busy to accomplish them— forging the habits that will accelerate the goals achievement.
Martin then shares a related TED talk by Derek Sivers (link below) and some of the science Derek cites that contradicts the often promoted "tell everyone" tactic.
Check out this week's F.A.F. and learn how keeping your trap shut is likely to put you on the fast track to goal achievement!
If you still want to tell someone... Martin discusses exactly who you can share your most important goals with!
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Derek Sivers website: Sivers.org
The TED talk by Derek Sivers "Keep Your Goals to Yourself"
“Companies see that there is so much value that comes from doing good in the community and it adds so much business value as well."
“And I realized that through my many zigs and the zags I picked up experiences that really helped me to grow as a consultant." ~Frank Scarpaci
Frank Scarpaci, a sought-after B corp and corporate social responsibility consultant, reviews a vast array of benefits related to becoming a "B" corporation (short for a "Benefit" corporation), a new type of corporation that puts social, community and environmental causes and stakeholders at equal value with corporate profits.
Today, certified "B" corps span 47 countries and more than 130 industries and encompasses a growing community of more than 1,600 businesses!
In this episode, Frank recounts his unique experience and the journey that led to him to becoming a leader in the space and a well-known consultant for aspiring businesses looking to become B corp certified.
Frank shares many smart insights in this episode, including:
- How the B corp came about
- The TOP well-known brands/companies that are B corps
- How he came to be recognized by AMEX as one of only 150 employees (out of 85,000) as a team member who embodied their "Good Citizenship" Value
- How to FIND A JOB with a B Corp
- How to take the "B Impact Assessment" for your existing company
- Why it's important to share the good that you and your company provide for your community
- For business owners: Be sure to share and talk about the causes that matter to you and your company!
- Great places to work — a ranking of great companies to work for as well as other resources
- How to check up on non-profits you are interested in and look under the hood
- Frank's best habits, favorite books and how he defines "success"
“We are in a perfect time where we are seeing this shift in the business community to start taking a look at a lot of these challenges..."
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Frank has more than 30 years experience with corporate social responsibility, strategic planning, meeting facilitation, and event management experience and helps companies connect their business success to social good.
Frank is a passionate advocate for the growing B Corp movement— simply a better way to do business. Frank's company, VIANOVA, was one of the first companies to earn B Corp certification in 2008.
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VIANOVA - Frank's Company
"Humans are justifying creatures... we'll craft a story and then we'll dig-in and get behind it. The exercise is, I think, to challenge our story recognizing that is our nature."
While many people may be naturally gifted when it comes to interpersonal skills, others struggle in the area and it often holds them back and expends a lot of time and energy.
What most people fail to recognize is that arguments are often rooted in the simple truth that nobody wants to be thought of as stupid or dumb and therefore will do whatever they can to position themselves as "right" and justify their actions, no matter what they might have been.
Consider this truth and how it might be useful when understanding and relating to friends, family and others better— to help avoid unnecessary arguments.
Whether it's as mundane as not doing the dishes or as horrible as murder one tends to justify their actions. And, it's important to note that people will as fiercely defend their non-actions as their their actions!
"People will either show you their results or they will show you their excuses."
Martin asks listeners to examine various aspects of their lives, analyze those results and simply ask, "What am I justifying?"
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Brian Tracy: Maximum Achievement: Strategies and Skills That Will Unlock Your Hidden Powers to Succeed
After searching for nearly 20 years Napoleon Hill finally declares he's discovered the missing link— the secret that he unintentionally left out of his bestselling classic, "Think & Grow Rich".
It appears that The Law of Cosmic Habit Force is only something Napoleon Hill could have discovered after writing Think & Grow Rich and hearing from many that, "it didn't work" and wasn't making them rich.
A distraught Napoleon was confounded as he heard this sort of feedback repeatedly. Even though it worked for many, his 16 principles fell short for a number of other readers.
“WHAT was missing!?”
Well, Mr. Hill pondered that question long and hard, and, as he explained it, he found himself meditating upon this “missing link” FOR ANOTHER 20 YEARS!
So, what was missing!?
Well, it’s almost unfair to tell you/share it ; ). Consider that Napoleon Hill spent 20 years of his life formulating this success philosophy and authoring Think & Grow Rich, then another 20 years trying to figure out what the “MISSING LINK” was (those are HIS words) —40 Years total!
This may be too BIG a topic for a short Mind-Bullet Monday but Martin does his best to shed light on this mystery in about 12 minutes and encourages those who want to learn and understand more to check out thehabitfactor.com blog and / or the book. An article/post specifically about it is linked here and below.
When completely understood there may be nothing more powerful and impactful to one's life. Check it out now and learn about Hill's unbelievable insight in this Mind Bullet Monday!
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Think & Grow Rich (Book) Amazon
The Science of Personal Achievement: Follow in the Footsteps of the Giants of Success (Amazon)
Note: In this program he adds the 17th principle— the Law of Cosmic Habit Force (not in Think & Grow Rich)
YOUTUBE VIDEO - Napoleon Hill Describing The Law of Cosmic Habit Force - watch and listen 3 x!
The Habit Factor Article "NAPOLEON HILL Missing secret LINK
“The primary mark has to work in black and white and it has to be as simple as possible"
“That logo was talking to me... and it was talking to everyone..." ~Thom McElroy, Co-Founder Volcom
Thom McElroy covers a ton of ground in this special interview (recorded live from his ultra-modern, beachfront crib in Laguna Beach ; ).
He speaks candidly about his early days, being a "grom" growing up in Huntington Beach, as a graphic design major at SDSU, and yes, the creation of the Volcom logo and all the graphics that rallied the "YAE" Youth Against Establishment".
The interview covers his inspirations and thoughts on logo and design, the rise and early struggle of the rebellious surf, skate and snowboard company Volcom.
Thom pulls no punches and shares
- The crazy story that led him to SDSU— it's surf related!
- Growing up in Huntington beach
- How his life pivots toward art and graphic design
- How he defines success
- His most important habits
- The birth and evolution of the Volcom logo
- His design influences
- The essence of a great logo and the technique to get there!
- & so much more!
“I love reading books about the struggles and how to get over the struggles and how to still win."
When Volcom went public in 2005, Thom went on a leave of absence that eventually lead to his retirement. For the past ten years he has consulted with many new companies and young CEOs and invested in several emerging brands. Thom currently sits on the Campanile Board of Directors and Chairs the Alumni Engagement Committee. He also mentors at the Lavin Entrepreneur Management Center and is involved in the School of Business, the Zahn Center of Engineering and The College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at SDSU.
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"Are you bigger than your problems?" T. Harv Eker
Martin kicks off this show about CONTROL with a quote he's heard T. Harv Eker say many times regarding a technique people can use to solve their problems. The first thing they can ask themselves is, "Who is bigger? Me or the problem?"
Martin then carries the idea of "control" further, where control influences other facets of our lives...
Consider winning and losing? When one "controls" the environment they certainly have a better chance at winning, don't they? Hence, competitive environments are designed to be neutral and there are even referees to ensure an environment of fairness. We all tend to recognize the idea of the "home field" advantage.
Further, psychologists now concur that a sense of control increases one's level of happiness. If you're unhappy perhaps you should investigate your level of control related to various aspects of your life (home, family, work, etc).
"Ask yourself, "Is there anything I can do to change the environment (control) to increase my happiness and chance of success?" ~M. Grunburg
Martin reminds listeners to revisit the prior week's episode and agrees that there are a lot of things beyond our control, including those unwavering principles.
Finally, he sums up the episode with a simple statement and a MAJOR question you can ponder for some time...
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Secrets of the Millionaire Mind:
Mastering the Inner Game of Wealth
T. Harv Eker
"Are habits better than goals?"
This is a semi-crazy meme that Martin wrote about last week (here). In this episode, Martin elaborates on the idea that these are equal and complementary components when it comes to goal achievement. Then he shares a bit of a surprise— just how far back this realization actually dates.
The short story is that goals properly set (with significant motivation to achieve them) illuminate the ideal behaviors/habits one needs to foster.
And, using The Habit Factor's method of habit development, P.A.R.R. (Plan, Act, Record & Reassess) one is able to develop habits more quickly.
Then, Martin shares a quick example and reviews a little "Goal Setting Theory" and a man named Edwin Locke (you likely know him via his SMART goals system).
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GOAL Setting -Wikipedia (Something is missing ; )
The Habit Factor Article "Are Habits Better Than Goals? Are Goals Bad?"
“Intention is one of those things that can go either way— you can have negative intention or you can have positive intention and that means you are in alignment... "
“It's all about how YOU respond to them..." ~Coach Rich Phillips
Coach Rich Phillips is a Former Head Show Trainer at SeaWorld, a Bestselling Author. Speaker & Business Coach
Regardless of where you may stand on the current controversy regarding killer whales in captivity, you're asked to suspend your judgement (for now) and simply listen to Coach Rich's incredible journey. In fact, should their captivity come to an end, it would make his undeniably unique experience even more special—including the amazing lessons he's learned from training and riding these unique, intelligent and powerful creatures.
In this episode Martin & Rich discuss:
- His crazy story — how a wrong number started it all
- His evolution (and hazing) via a "Fishhouse"
- The first time he slides into the tank as a backup trainer with the 14,000 lb creature
- The value and types of operant conditioning he learned
- "Chances are good that if you can communicate with a killer whale you can communicate with a difficult employee"
- "Then, there was the 'Oh, by the way, we're going to have you ride the whale'" moment...
- How he learned from a young age to change his "style" to address and communicate with an abused horse
- The importance of taking responsibility of what you CAN control in the relationship
- The time he was held under for about 3 minutes and what he learned from the experience
- & so much more!
“I don't know about you but I know of nobody (other than Coach Rich) whose ridden on the back of a killer whale"
~Martin Grunburg
Coach Rich Phillips is known as the "accountability coach" and he provides business leaders insights and strategies for growth. You can learn more at Coach Rich Phillips Website
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"Fundamentally, these are the core four— the power four— that sustain us and direct our outcome and well being..."
Martin opens with a story shared by the late, great Dr. Stephen Covey regarding the unwavering principles that influence the outcome of our life. If these are ignored, dishonored the consequences are severe.
Covey shares a fabled (and apparently fabricated) story about a US Navy Captain being told that another ship is in their course and further, is unwilling to move.
The Captain gets on the phone and demands the other ship to move or suffer the consequences.
The importance of checking our ego, asking questions and "honoring" these four dimensions helps us to direct the consequences. That is, since the lighthouses (the principles are unwavering) we must "move" and honor them with our actions in order to experience the outcomes we desire.
Dr. Covey's four dimensions are:
- Mind
- Body
- Heart
- Spirit
Grunburg sees some overlap between the heart and the body and also the mind and so, insists that the social dimension (is missing) and is a governing principle in our lives that cannot be overlooked
- Mind
- Body
- Spirit
- Social
Hear all about it on this Mind Bullet Monday!
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"How long does it really take to develop a habit?"
One of the GREAT myths related to habit development is that it takes 21 days to develop a habit. Martin explains where that myth originates and reviews the actual time it is likely to take PLUS what the KEY component/requirements are to form ANY habit.
In this short episode (about 10 minutes) Martin reviews those three core, required elements, revisits the P.A.R.R. methodology of habit development and then shares a MUST watch video (link below) that supports the idea of HabitStrength™ and how long it could really take.
Enjoy the episode, the video and the abstract ; )
Go for it - check it out now!
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MUST WATCH! >>> Backwards Brain Bike
European Journal of Social Psychology
How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world (Abstract)
“Even though I had a background in exercise physiology and psychology and nutrition I was still struggling with creating my own healthy habits and I was diagnosed at a young age with panic disorder and depression. " ~Heidi Hanna Ph.D.
Bestselling Author. Speaker. Founder Synergy Programs
In this episode Heidi and Martin cover:
- What is energy, how to conserve, manage and recharge
- The FOUR types of energy• Touches on a story of GRIT and perseverance
- GTR: She's committed to making a change in her life and is intentional about traveling less to improve her personal life!
- The important difference between the brain and the mind
- What is heart "math" and heart rate variability
- What is more important than time?
- How we are wired for negativity bias
- Various ways to optimize and manage our energy best throughout the day
- the FIVE "M's"
- And more tips to experience improved energy throughout the day and WHY it's so important!
Synergy Programs offers a variety of programming targeted to make brains better though a series of initiatives including keynotes and lectures, full day workshops, corporate retreats, and fully integrated corporate wellness solutions ranging from a few months to several years in scope.
Visit Heidi's Website: Synergy Programs
“There’s an important alignment between the brain and the heart” ~Heidi Hanna, Ph.D.
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"When we are no longer able to change our situation we are challenged to change ourselves" ~Viktor Frankl
Positive change most often starts when we take responsibility for our situation.
Responsibility may be one of the most foremost virtues. While Aristotle proposed that courage was the mother of all virtues where would any great person be without responsibility? In fact, could greatness be possible?
What is responsibility ultimately, responsible for in our lives? Here's a few thoughts:
- happiness
- self esteem
- character
- decisions
- purpose
- discipline and even
- desire
You can quickly see how responsibility is a major/core ROOT, perhaps the root or pillar for one's personal development and even happiness and general contentment.
Hear all about it on this Mind Bullet Monday!
"What's your best habit?"
Kicking off this inaugural Frequently Asked Friday, a new feature for season 2, Martin addresses one of the more common questions he receives after giving a presentation, "So what is your best habit?"
In this short episode (about 5 minutes) Martin reviews what the habit is and WHY it is probably the most significant. He then talks about how it aligns with his values and even mission statement.
It's certainly food for thought... If you had to choose your best habit what would it be and WHY?
Go for it - check it out now!
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“I joke often that I know a lot about happiness because I've experienced a lot of unhappiness first." ~R. Michael Anderson
Bestselling Author. Speaker. Founder of Executive Joy.
• We teach competitive driven people how to lead happier lives
• "Things" looked great from the outside: Partying at the Playboy mansion, etc., but missing meaning and fulfillment
• Michael opens up about his personal journey where competitive drive and winning doesn't always equate to personal satisfaction
• GTR: Share inspiring story about sponsoring young lady from orphanage - a recent visit to celebrate high school graduation
• Touches on a story of GRIT and perseverance
• Avoiding "victim" mindset
• The path to learning about joy and happiness
• His massive TURNING point! -
• A few tips and tools to experience happiness and joy DAILY
“Leaders tend to give so much to other people yet often have chaotic inner lives” ~R. Michael Anderson
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"The first step takes the most courage."
While not easy, taking the first step is powerful and a requirement for anyone to get anywhere. Most people will think and think and think some more about an idea, a plan, but fail to take action.
Tony Robbins once said the real measure of a decision is when it's backed by action. And, Napoleon Hill has said that, "Action is the real measure of intelligence."
Using either of those as a gauge the question becomes, how intelligent are you — how many decisions are you making?
In this Mind Bullet Monday Martin encourages you to GET STARTED!
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“Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.” ~Calvin Coolidge
In your personal and professional life, almost nothing in the world will take the place of persistence.
Persistence is more valuable than planning, IQ, knowledge, genius, and talent. Have you ever noticed that some "not-so-smart" people appear to be more successful than some really smart people? It can be frustrating if you're one of those "smart ones". And, it's easy to attribute good luck or chance as the reason these "dumb" people have made it. But, if you investigate further, chances are you will find that these "dumb" people have worked really hard for a really long time.
What's the level of your persistence on a scale of 1 - 10? Do you start things but not finish them? Do you get easily side-tracked if you run into an obstacle?
Here's the good news, persistence is a HABIT and like any other habit it can be intentionally developed.
Guess how long it will take to develop persistence? The answer is you don't care. Do you know why? Because you are PERSISTENT- it might take a year or or could take 10 years and that is the point. YOU will persist!
Challenge yourself to persist at the little things first, whether that is a few extra pushups or situps, jogging ten more minutes or working later or getting into the office earlier. Make a game of it... and as you persist time and again at the little things the habit will become stronger.
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*IMPORTANT NOTE* The Podcast is going on HIATUS!
First, THANK YOU! It's been an unbelievable (first) run at the podcast and Martin and I are extremely grateful. We started this with the goal of just twelve initial episodes and with this one we have just hit 35!!! It's been an amazing and enlightening journey and it's not over just yet. Martin plans to return after a few months... his goal is to practice what he preaches and put more attention, energy and focus on the completion of his upcoming book, The Pressure Paradox.
If you're interested in reading a pre-release version and joining an exclusive launch team, click below!
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THANK YOU AGAIN! It's been an epic journey we'll return in a few months with so much more to talk about after the new book is released.
“Energy and persistence conquer all things.” ~Benjamin Franklin
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"If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." ~African Proverb
There are very few things in the world more powerful than that of a strong TEAM— a group of individuals committed to a clear, common goal.
TOGETHER. EVERYONE. ACHIEVES. MORE. ~John Maxwell
While it's tempting to be a "one-man band" or an "efficeincy machine" ultimately, one person can never keep up with the long term value that a TEAM provides. Join Martin and I as we discuss what makes a good team, what can destroy a team and important strategies for building your own dream team.
According to the late, great Dr. Stephen Covey, (author, businessman, and speaker) there are three stages of maturity; dependence independence and ultimately, inter-dependance (the highest stage).
Unfortunately, most individuals believe that independence is the pinnacle of maturity. It isn't.
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For the wise (you), the end-game is INTER-DEPENDENCE. Ultimately, you should strive to move past the “me vs. we” mentality and build bridges.
Core traits and qualities to look for in a solid team:
- Harmony
- Vision and alignment
- Shared values
- Strong leader
And, much more... join us now to check it out ; )
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“All of men’s miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone.” ~Pascal
In this A.D.D., loud and crazy world it's often tough just to hear yourself think!
The understanding and intentional application of SILENCE may be the most understated principle when it comes to wellness and creativity. Join Martin and I as we review some of the key ideas about how to use silence as a path to reflection, creativity, concentration and wellness.
“Silence is a source of great strength”
By letting energy settle, silence creates a space that allows for the concentration of energy as well as the contemplation of unlimited possibilities.
One of the best ways to intentionally create silence in your life is to simply wake up earlier and allow yourself time to reflect and think. So, that's your challenge... should you chose to accept it, wake up at least a half hour earlier one or two days this week and notice the peace and insight the experience brings.
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