Pause. Think. Consider.

Gaining unique and individual perspective on life is often developed through personalized experiences. For each and every one of us, this is unique, yet develops us into the people we have become today This episode analyzes how cultural experiences can help develop your perspective allowing you to become a more adaptable individual to whatever life throws at you. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite credit card? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode We've lost the ability to communicate with each other Madison Bear Garden in Chico, CA Learning to communicate through a conversation Show Notes Perceptions are that adaptability is tied to being culture [02:48] Jeff Flowers background [03:34] The requirement of learning to interact with a diverse group of people [04:33] The ability to get along with everyone [05:22] We have lost the ability to communicate with each other [06:58] How Jeff advises his kids to leverage Facebook to have conversations with people [07:50] Having the ability to start a conversation [10:03] He's in sales [12:35] Learning to be comfortable while you're uncomfortable having conversations with people [16:37] Having the ability to spend time overseas [18:15] The awareness and understanding of being in another culture [20:24] Not getting wrapped around the axel [23:32] Get out of the country and travel if you have the opportunity [24:34] Traveling at age 24 in Las Vegas all alone [27:32] The ability to adapt [31:42]

In celebration of Thanksgiving, Jean and Jesse talk about what they're thankful for this year. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What are you thankful for this year? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Documentary called Happy Show Notes What helped increase people's happiness according to the documentary Happy [01:52] What Jean is happy and thankful for this Thanksgiving [03:12] What Jesse is thankful for this Thanksgiving [05:01] People Mentioned this Episode Jean Dalhquist

Everyone's sense of humor is a little different, but the term Schadenfreude is one that applies to only select individuals. This episode discusses what Schadenfreude means and how you can enjoy life through humor and friendship with your friends. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What makes you laugh? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Avenue Q Schadenfreude by Avenue Q Dennis Leary and the song I'm an Asshole Jackass The Movie Blazing Saddles Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Hebrew Hammer Having a great imagination Family Guy Your Squad Show Notes Avenue Q song Schadenfreude [01:41] Why Mike Efird loves watching others fail [03:25] Katarina asks why are things so funny? [06:14] I'm an Asshole [06:45] I enjoy when something is embarrassing [10:05] Why is bathroom humor so funny for males and not females [11:16] Love making fun of each other and ourselves [13:17] Mike Efird eats a ham sandwich [14:49] How can you laugh about the same thing so often? [17:51] The wall of smell [19:21] We cry a lot, but we have fun and it's infectious [21:07] Life is too short to not laugh [22:57] Being a highly judgemental person [23:30] Fighting for the magic moments of humor [25:34] Not taking yourself too seriously [27:08] The elixir to the seriousness of life is to laugh [29:52] How to raise your kid [31:07] Laughter is the best form of medicine [32:45] Being in the moment and the enjoyment of the situation [34:34] Finding your group to be a part of and better your temperament [36:46] People Mentioned in this Episode Tosh.0 Dennis Leary Three Stooges Seth Patterson Howard Stern Robin Williams

After 30+ years as a postal carrier for the United State Post Office my Father has finally decided to retire effective June 2017. While it never seemed fathomable, the time has come This episode discusses what retirement means, how to plan for retirement, future plans and a few memories of the past. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What does retirement mean to you? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Show Notes On the verge of retiring [01:49] Fears of retirement [05:40] Planning for retirement [06:42] Setting and making priorities to ensure you're prepared [07:16] The current routine and sacrifices made [10:00] How the routine will change once retirement starts [12:11] Family time going forward into retirement [13:25] Bucket list items [17:21] Fondest moment during the working years [20:04] People Mentioned Clark Howard

As Thanksgiving approaches so does the holiday season and ultimately Hallmark's favorite time of year: gift giving. This episode discusses different philosophies about giving gifts including some alternative views on how gift giving shouldn't be restricted to specific times of the year. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your philosophy on gift giving? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Starbucks 'Pay it Forward' Show Notes Being a traditionalist with respect to the holiday season [03:03] Checking people off the gift giving list [04:11] Not gift giving simply during a specific part of the year [04:49] Specific holidays feel like they were made simply to give gifts [05:45] Not feeling right by giving people holiday gifts [06:51] Breaking yourself of the holiday gift giving routine [07:38] Desensitization of gift giving [08:29] Different family gift giving philosophies [09:40] Giving ideas for what you want so you don't get random crap [10:30] Not being the asshole that doesn't reciprocate [11:14] People aren't asking for gifts and the breeding ground for bad gifts [12:30] Random acts of kindness [13:40] Starbucks gift card handouts to show appreciation [15:20] Living through someone else via your gifts [19:12] The expectations of getting and giving a gift [20:18] Try giving gifts outside the holiday season [21:22] People created holidays as an excuse to get together [22:13] Not having an expectation of receiving a gift [22:35] The phrase, "Hey how are you doing?" [24:21] If you don't care, don't ask the question [25:39]

Yesterday's election was a historic event that has caused what appears to be a great divide among the U.S. However, what is needed most at a time like now is to come together. This episode discusses the concept of unity, is it necessary and how we can collectively come together even during the toughest of times. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: How do we ensure we collectively come together? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode How will the U.S. come together after a contentious election? Show Notes The reaction to the presidential election [01:17] The election is supposed to be the unification of the country [03:24] The disappointment is in the reaction to the election not in the result of the election [04:32] The lack of unity that's transpired from this recent presidential election [05:34] Is unity necessary? [06:59] We're unifying our own personal agendas and situations not unifying for the greater majority [08:37] What is a majority? [11:31] What inhibits the forward momentum that's trying to be gained? [13:28] What is best for the largest majority of people? [16:21] Focus energy and thoughts on what is the best possible actions and outcome that we personally can take to have the greatest positive impact on the most number of people possible [19:58] People Mentioned Donald Trump Hillary Clinton Barrack Obama

Effiecny is a skill and technique that comes with time and experience. The ability to be clear, concise and to the point is not only appreciated, but one of the most commendered abilities. This episode discusses what it takes to exhibit brevity in each and every activity we do and the neccessary methods it takes to levearge this ability consistently. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your personal ability to leverage brevity? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Episodes with Mike Efird Home cooked meals Show Notes Being clear, concise and straight to the point [01:41] Having the ability to be efficient with your thoughts and your spoken word [02:55] How long episodes of Pause. Think. Consider typically take [03:52] Having the ability to anticipate and become increasingly more efficient as a result of experience [05:40] Exhibiting brevity within any activity [08:10] You have to work at it in order to have the ability to adapt and leverage brevity [09:52] How do you get from point A to point B? [11:10] You have to do the exact opposite of brevity in order to figure out the most efficient method [12:05] People Mentioned Mike Efird

There's pluses and minuses to everything, but what we choose to focus on and what we choose to sacrifice often makes all the difference in the world. This episode examines how we set priorities and what we're willing to do in order to achieve our dreams and goals. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: How do you set your personal priorities? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for show notes… Show Notes Setting and making on-going priorities have been an on-going challenge [01:28] What are you going to sacrifice as an on-going self assessment based challenge [02:01] You can have a great physique too  [02:58] Sleep and basic organization things are currently on the back burner  [04:28] It's easy to criticize someone else's priorities [06:17] Acknowledge where the other person is coming from [07:35] How do you determine what your priorities are? [07:59] Don't criticize yourself to the point of sheer disappointment [09:08] Sometimes you take on too many things [10:44] Determine what sacrifices you're going to make for your priorities [14:06] I don't believe in luck [15:18]

Unfortunately, Made in the USA products are more expensive than products that are made in third world countries. Yet, the environmental impact and labor practices that are followed to produce these third world made products are not considered for so many consumers. This episode analyzes the impact of our purchasing dollar and how purchasing goods Made in the USA, or through resale, can boost our country's economy, reduce the unemployment rate, have a positive impact on our environment and encourage fair worker wages and working environments.  QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What is your thoughts on Made in the USA goods? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Made in the USA New Balance shoes Leveraging credit cards The True Costs Documentary Made in America Christmas Where Nike products are produced? Jag Jeans Shinola: Made in the USA watches Buying in bulk for spices Allen Edmonds: Made in the USA dress shoes Show Notes Made in the USA is making a comeback  [01:33] Made in the USA is just a fad [2:05] Do your own fact checking [3:07] The True Costs Documentary: The affects of producing goods overseas [4:17] Large corporations are all about profits [6:21] Our purchasing habits for Christmas [7:28] The impact on the US job market from Christmas purchases [8:03] Supporting in-house and local instead of sweat shop ridden work environments [9:26] The wheat industry example and its environmental impact [10:08] Why our goods are so cheap when manufactured overseas [12:04] We as consumers have encouraged US based businesses to seek greater profits by getting as high quality product as possible for as cheap as possible [12:41] We believe we're more wealthy and superior as a result of materialism -- Yet it actually makes us poorer [13:51] How Nike leverages marketing to create desire [15:07] You need to do your own research on the products you purchase [17:31] I either try to buy consumer goods either Made in the USA or resale [19:00] By purchasing resale it prevents net new products to be introduced to the market [19:44] Vote with your dollar [20:17] How aware are you of where the products you purchase come from? [20:42] Third world countries had their own production markets and then the US came into the market and pulled a Walmart [21:27] We would be outraged if what occurs in third world countries happened in the US for work environments [22:32] There has to be a demand for specific product categories for them to be produced in the USA [23:34] Shinola watches produced in the USA [26:13] Buying quality, not quantity [29:17] Our environmental impact as a result of buying quantity over quality [31:06] Each and every purchase you made is a vote for the environmental impact and the labor practices [34:52] If you can't convert over to Made in the USA then leverage resale for non-net new products [35:46] We vote with our dollar -- If you're going to get a net-new product simply, do the research before you make the purchase [37:21] By supporting Made in the USA and purchasing local it helps keep revenue in-house and grow our economy [38:32]

After 108 years of waiting, the Chicago Cubs and their fans finally have a championship. In what is being called one of the best games in MLB history, the Cubs took home the pennant today overcoming some incredible odds. This episode discusses the Chicago Cubs and their recent win of the World Series breaking a 108 year long winless streak. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: Where were you when the Cubs won? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Villanova buzzer beater to win 2016 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship Show Notes Growing up watching sports with my Father [05:38] Fans that are bandwagoners [07:56] One of the databases of useless information [09:35] 2016 Game 7 World Series [12:30] People Mentioned Joe Madden Theo Epstein

Credit cards can be incredibly lucrative, but can also be extremely dangerous. In order to utilize credit cards properly you have to understand a few basic points. This episode discusses, as part of a week-long series on buying and purchasing habits, how to leverage and what credit cards to use in order to capitalize on earning points, miles and cash back for your purchases. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite credit card? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Habits Boarding Area blogs Flyertalk TPG Guy by Brian Kelly View from the Wing by Gary Leaf Million Mile Secrets by Daraius Dubash Travel Codex by Scott Mackenzie Extra Pack of Peanuts by Travis Sherry The Truth About Credit Card Debt by Dave Ramsey Credit card startegy by Suze Orman How your FICO score is calculated Show Notes Stumbling upon the world of travel hacking [07:18] Travel hackers that I read on a daily basis [08:30] Deciding on what your goal is and how you can leverage credit cards [14:19] Every purchase should be made with a credit card [15:48] If you are going to utilize credit cards you should not ever carry a balance [18:07] If you cannot control your spending habits you should not have a credit card [19:54] Using 0% APR credit cards as a college student [21:14] How my credit score has been affected through credit card churning [24:31] How your FICO score or credit score is calculated [26:30] Understanding the rules each bank has with regards to credit cards [36:57] Don't bite off more than you can chew applying for too many credit cards at once [41:13] Leavening and utilizing personal and business credit cards [42:18] The options you have available for credit cards [45:01] Fee versus no-annual fee credit cards [46:33] Real world examples of leveraging credit cards [50:36] Recommendations for credit cards for you to use [58:39] People Mentioned Brian Kelly Gary Leaf Daraius Dubash Scott Mackenzie Travis Sherry Dave Ramsey Suze Orman

The good, the bad and the ugly are all established as a result of habits we've personally created. Many of our greatest strengths, and weakeness, directly result from habits that we have formed. This episode discusses, as part of a week-long series on buying and purchasing habits, how habits are created, how we can change them and how we can solidify them to ensure they become permanent. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your most successful workout routine? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg The Power of Habit 1-page Cheatsheet The 3 R’s of Habit Change: How To Start New Habits That Actually Stick by James Clear The Habit Change Cheatsheet: 29 Ways to Successfully Ingrain a Behavior by Zen Habits How Long It Takes to Form a New Habit by Brian Pickings Show Notes Analyzing habits: What they are and how we can change them [06:08] The cheatsheet on the Power of Habit [06:58] The 3R's of habit change [16:24] 29 ways to ingrain a behavior [22:16] How long it takes to form a new habit [24:25] People Mentioned Charles Duhigg James Clear Tony Dungy Rosa Parks Jeremy Dean Brian Pickings

What's in it for me? The discussion is becoming much more mainstream in regards to student athletes thanks to several lawsuits and events that have happened in the past few years. This episode discusses whether student athletes should be paid, is there a way for them to be compensated for their NIL rights and why you're not getting any sympathy from me. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your most successful workout routine? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Sam Keller settles lawsuit Supreme Court will not hear Ed O'Bannon case EA Sports Lawsuit Josh Rosen on UCLA's new Under Armor deal New NBA Draft rules for NCAA athletes Nigel Hayes returns back to school Brandon Jennings path to the NBA College GameDay Nigel Hayes on ESPN Gameday Venmo Nigel Hayes rips the Big Ten for their revenue  UW-Madison cost of tuition Cost of Attendance stipend Increase of healthcare premiums due to Obamacare College athletes sign away NIL rights The Big Payoff: Educational Attainment and Synthetic Estimates of Work-Life Earnings by Census Cracking the Cartel by Theodore Ross Student athletes are the new indentured servants School's ability to pay for college sports program Pacific University brings back football to help increase revenue Show Notes Ed O'Bannon & Sam Keller submits a class action lawsuit for NIL [02:33] Student athletes are not allowed to get paid under the current jurisdiction of the NCAA [03:51] The supreme court will not hear the Ed O'Bannon case to get student athletes paid [05:05] The perception is that the NCAA is not a non-profit organization as a result of the money they make [06:13] EA Sports lawsuit is settled with $60 million being distributed to NCAA athletes [06:57] Josh Rosen and his Instagram post in reference to the Under Armor apparel deal that UCLA signed [08:51] Nigel Hayes the individual that caught Jesse's attention of paying student athletes [09:38] The scouting process of gathering information prior to declaring themselves for the NBA Draft per the new NCAA rules  [11:07] Nigel Hayes attends College GameDay [14:59] Comparing the Big Ten conference and their revenue to his scholarship [18:43] All the extra benefits that Nigel Hayes gets as a Division 1 athlete [19:21] The main issue is NIL: not being able to make money off the name, image and likeness [24:58] The numbers from the Census regarding what students make upon graduation [25:46] Student athletes shouldn't be paid [31:25] It's hard to have a differing perspective when you don't have the opportunity to see things from their side [31:52] The difference between Nigel Hayes and other students [35:14] Universities bringing in additional sports programs to help increase revenue [36:08] The cost implications for universities providing for student athletes [38:52] Cost, deficit, and funding, but what are the implications of making changes [40:38] Without student athletes the university may not even exist [41:52] Find a way, with the NCAA and keeping athletes an amature, to allow student athletes to collect NIL funds [43:17] You're not going to get any sympathy from people because of your situation as a student athlete [46:03] People Mentioned Sam Keller Ed O'Bannon Josh Rosen Nigel Hayes Jean Dahlquist Darius Miles Andrew Bynum Lebron James Kobe Bryant Kevin Garnett Brandon Jennings Colin Kappernick Mark Zuckerberg Theodore Ross George W Bush Johnny Manziel Donald Trump Mike Efird

Technology has created a modern convenience that allows us to connect with any and everyone in the world. However, the personalization of that communication has decreased as technology has become more adopted. This episode examines the significance of a phone call and how despite the modern convenience of email, we should leverage calling someone more often than we currently choose to. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your most successful workout routine? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Communication Breakdown The Art of Listening Show Notes Technology has provided us opportunities to connect with any and everyone [03:11] The social experiment of leveraging a phone call instead of email communication [06:31] We'd all rather send someone an email than to pick up the phone and call someone [08:39] What are we losing out on by not calling someone on the phone?  [09:05] Advertising is all about finding ways to connect with your audience and trying to make things more personal [13:55] The Challenge: Find once a week, an opportunity where it's possible to call the individual, and instead of sending a text or email, pick up the phone and call them instead [16:44]

There's nothing like a home cooked meal and yet, too often we spring for convenience instead of taking the time to produce a meal ourselves. This episode examines convenience, time, financial impact, health benefits and the camaraderie you can gain from producing home cooked meals instead of eating out. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your most successful workout routine? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Business of Craft Brewing Certificate by Portland State University Oregon GMO Labeling Oba in Portland, OR Village Inn restaurant Learning to Cook The Kitchn Super Size Me Show Notes Cooking has gained popularity thanks to Food Network and social media [03:52] We've become very foodie, you don't need cooking to be in your family blood to learn it [04:28] It's not necessary to go to culinary school to learn to become a cook anymore [06:27] The elasticity of supply and demand [09:02] The convenience of cooking at home versus eating out [09:49] Where are you willing to put your time in? [10:59] The financial impact of making a home cooked meal [12:18] You can control your health more from the ingredients you use with a home cooked meal [17:47] The camaraderie that eating home cooked meals will provide [25:21] People Mentioned Mike Efird Jean Dahlquist Morgan Spurlock

Getting in shape and accomplishing your personal fitness goals are important, but how do you achieve success? This episode discusses how to structure and create your workout out routine to help ensure you're successful no matter how you define it. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your most successful workout routine? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Draymond Green shows his balls to the world Crossfit Assault Bike 346 Grit Crossfit in Gresham, OR 25 lbs. of Excuses Westside Barbell Club HIIT Workouts Murph The Protector Murph WOD Live in Couplets and Triplets by Greg Glassman Kenya's ability to rest to successfully recover Mobility WOD Kelly Starrett on YouTube Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding by Arnold Schwarzenegger Strength Training Anatomy by Frederic Delavier Show Notes A successful workout is going to be different for every single person [02:27] If we were all motivated we wouldn't need personal trainers [02:48] Building pre-programmed workouts [05:38] Finding out everything that's going on with someone before the workout [05:53] A great workout takes you from point A to point B to achieve a desired result [08:19] You need to have a goal, but your workout plan may change depending on what you need for that day [08:47] Being efficient with your workouts versus taking hours to do your workout [11:30] HIIT workouts instead of Crossfit [13:09] How is success quantified when it comes to time duration with your workouts? [14:08] You really shouldn't take longer than an hour, warm up and cool down included, for your workout duration [15:06] Live your life in couplets and triplets [16:12] Your body relies on the rest more than it necessarily relies on the workout [16:24] What is a good pre-game and post-game to ensure you get the most out of your workout? [19:35] It's not about pre-game or post-game it's about changing your lifestyle [23:08] Your mindset is everything [34:43] You need to participate in on-going regularly occurring continuing education [36:38] Being an expert at something is just knowing more than someone else does [43:31] Share your knowledge -- Knowledge is a gift [44:26] Those that are able to teach something help reinenforce your knowledge [47:06] People Mentioned Mike Efird Jean Dahlquist Draymond Green Louie Simmons Greg Glassman Galen Rupp Kelly Starrett Larry Bird Tim Ferriss Arnold Schwarzenegger Frederic Delavier

Too often, in the world of fitness, personal trainers hear excuse after excuse for why we haven't accomplished our personal goals. Instead of finding ways to progress forward, we find reasons to explain the situation we're currently in. This episode discusses why we make excuses, how stubbornness affects us and what we can do to get the body we want. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite motivational speech from sports? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode What is an ectomorphic body type 'Extreme Weight Loss' hosted by Chris Powell Kinobody and the coffee fast diet The amount of land we need to grow the food we consume How the Leptin Diet works What is the Ketogenic Diet? Sugar is the new cocaine The Squatty Potty The fat adaptive lifestyle What is the Hashimoto's Thyroid Greg Glassman and what we need to eat The P90X Workout Routine The Insanity Workout Setting SMART Goals Show Notes A personal trainer is a physiologist, ensures your healthy and is a motivator [01:44] If we were all motivated we wouldn't need personal trainers [02:48] Mike Efird's background of how we got into personal training [04:57] How Chris Powell is able to break down mental barriers [08:24] Mike seeing his clients break down their own walls and overcoming their personal barriers [09:57] Individuals that are stubborn from inactivity versus people that stubborn with too much activity [11:50] The woman who lost four inches as a result of not working out [13:20] Guys that aren't able to leave their pride at the door [17:32] Crossfit and the motivation of crossfit athlete's to progress as fast as possible [18:18] Woman often have emotional ties to food make excuses for why they can't do things [19:20] Having 25 lbs of excuses and seeing it on a daily basis in the personal trainer industry [22:09] Adaptability and learning to be comfortable while you're uncomfortable [24:49] Sometimes adapting can be good thing or a bad thing [25:15] Changing your eating lifestyle [27:40] The amount of land we need to produce the food we consume [29:27] Jesse and his mind and body's inability to adapt and changing his eating routine to the Leptin Diet [29:57] Nutrition is 90% of the battle with weight loss and working out [37:07] The fat adaptive lifestyle and its sustainability [38:08] The Hashimoto's thyroid and adapting your lifestyle to deal with it [39:21] What we all need to eat as laid out by Greg Classman  [40:14] Your body's ability to adapt not consuming sugar, what and dairy [42:17] Consider your body as a big biology lab and cut the emotional ties  to eliminate bias [46:00] You need to have someone you can talk to in order to hold yourself accountable [46:57] You have to share the information with people in order to find your support group [50:43] Setting SMART goals to ensure you follow through and don't make excuses [51:38] People Mentioned Mike Efird Chris Powell Greg O'gallagher Greg Glassman Tony Horton Shaun T

The game of football is played with such emotion making it one of the most popular sports in the world. The individuals that are able to help orchestrate and harness those emotions propelling their teams to win are also some of the best public speakers we have to date. This episode explores several motivational football speeches and the individuals behind them along with how we can apply their tactics to our lives. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite motivational speech from sports? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Art of an Inspiring Locker Room Speech Dino Babers' Locker Room Speech You Stop You Jimbo Fisher Speech Inch by Inch Any Given Sunday Being Perfect Friday Night Lights Ted Talks Show Notes The art of an inspiring locker room speech [03:49] The post game speech of Dino Babers [04:33] Jimbo Fisher post game speech to his team [06:20] Any Given Sunday ending speech by Al Pacino titled Inch by Inch [07:01] The attributes that make a motivational football speech great [09:39] The content leveraged in an speech [09:51] How Ted Talks capture your attention [19:05] The ability to use brevity [21:51] Utilizing basic speech tactics to keep the engagement of your audience [25:19] Just bring it [25:52] People Mentioned Dino Babers Jimbo Fisher Al Pacino Oliver Stone Jamie Foxx Dennis Quaid LL Cool J Cameron Diaz Lawrence Taylor

It's not enough just to surround yourself with great people, you actually need to spend time with them too. In fact, it should be a required activity for each and everyone of us. This episode discusses the definition, importance and techniques for experiencing fellowship. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite method for fellowship? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Show Notes Fellowship often has a religious connotation to it [02:35] A 'get together' feels less serious [03:13] Fellowship comes in all different forms [04:40] An intentional gathering of friends that an even number of no more than six individuals [08:06] The good and effectiveness of being able to block everything out and be in the moment [13:08] Days off and time off [14:57] The importance of experiencing regular fellowship and those moments [20:11] Sometimes less is more [21:14]

Silence has a way of pushing and pulling a situation in a variety of directions. However, the more time and effort we put into harnessing the power of silence can help provide profound impact we can have. This episode examines how silence differs from noise and how each states can make an impact on our lives. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: Does silence make you feel anxious or bring you peace? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Wall of Sound Taking The Leap of Faith The ability to relax Ted Talks on Meditation Show Notes Taking a moment to stop and consider what is going on [01:48] Whitespace has a dramatic impact [02:16] The wall of sound [3:20] Framing specifically with silence [04:38] Silence in uncomfortable especially the longer it goes [05:17] The inability to be silent during the National Anthem [08:03] Learning to be comfortable while you're uncomfortable [09:39] Silence is the purity of a situation action as a cleanser to the situation [11:55] The daily opportunity of silence driving in the car to work [12:39] The ability to relax through silence [14:36] Being able lead the journey, down the path, but allowing someone else to take the step forward [17:16] The power of meditation [20:26] How can you frame silence to ensure you and others benefit? [22:16] People Mentioned Jean Dahlquist

Mistakes are inevitable, but how we deal with them afterwards that helps shape our character and reliability. We can either react in a positive manner that potentially might even help your reputation post mistake, or it can be detrimental to being trustworthy. This episode discusses various examples of both positive and negative actions taken after mistakes occurred and offers tips to have a better chance of recovering from your mistakes. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your initial reaction when you make a mistake? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Andy Pettitte admits to taking HGH Alex Rodriguez lies about cheating and taking PEDs Ryan Braun blames urine collector for failed test BP oil spill the worst in US history Joe Boardman's response to the Northeast Regional Train 188 tragedy Former BP CEO Tony Hayward says, "I want my life back" Jonah Hill apologizes for usage of a homophobic slur Paula Dean uses the N-word 7 Extremely Common Mistakes That Can Damage Your Reputation by Betty Liu 10 Mistakes Smart People Never Make Twice by Dr. Travis Bradberry TED Talks on Failure Making decisions Taking the Leap of Faith Speed of Trust by Stephen M. R. Covey Show Notes Mistakes a inevitable and no one's perfect [02:11] How do we recover after a mistake is made? [03:23] Andy Pettitte and his ownership of his actions [04:59] Alex Rodriguez unwillingness to admit his mistakes until he was caught [08:16] How Ryan Braun got an employee fired as a result of lying [10:11] Amtrak and the infamous Train 188 public apology from the tragedy [12:02] The catastrophic mistake former BP CEO made in his apology statement to the public [15:04] Jonah Hill addresses his statements head on [16:37] The overnight national scandal from Paula Deen's usage of the N-word [19:19] Are you compelled to apologize if your mistake isn't caught in the public eye? [22:19] Crisis management and having a plan in place when dealing with real-time disasters in public relations [24:28] Responding as quickly as possible to ensure you're able to deal with your crisis [25:15] Third party resources on making mistakes and dealing with failure [25:47] No one is a tougher critic of myself than me [28:27] If there's one thing I'm really good at, it's saying I'm sorry [29:45] Dealing with a recent situation and the actions taken to mitigate the damage [30:22] Don't make excuses, own the moment through and through [36:09] You're going to disappoint people, it's inevitable [36:58] The longer you wait, the tougher it makes things [39:40] Actions speak louder than words [43:03] Children hold you accountable unlike anyone else; conditional behavior is all based on follow-through [44:27] Careful about giving my word, but when I do it's as good as gold [46:02] Sometimes even the most unrecoverable moments can be worked through as a result of prior history [47:51] People Mentioned Andy Pettitte Bernie Williams Jorge Posada Derek Jeter Alex Rodriguez  Barry Bonds Mark McGwire Ryan Braun Tony Hayward Joe Boardman Alec Baldwin Jonah Hill Paula Deen Betty Liu Dr. Travis Bradberry Stephen M. R Covey

As a society, the media an other influencers push us towards what is considered a desired or even acceptable lifestyle. Yet, too often we're not willing to take the time to pause, think and consider if what we're told should, will actually bring us happiness. This episode breaks down why our society has become so materialistic and what we can do to break free and create our own unique lifestyle.  QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your decision making process for making a major decision? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode MTV Cribs Men's Journal GQ Floyd Mayweather Made More in One Second Than Most Per Year The Madness of Materialism by Dr. Steve Taylor We Need to Stop Living in a Materialistic World by Brenden Mariage Materialistic Behavior of a Tourist by KT Manis, MHA Buying in Bulk for Cooking Pambiche SMUD Tiny House Competition Show Notes Wealthy individuals believe others are jealous of them [02:58] It's not their fault that they're this rich, we wish we were in their shoes [03:38] MTV Cribs influence on what our lifestyles should be [06:21] Wanting to be like someone else [08:47] Publications influence on what we're supposed to have and [10:40] Not being willing to be a walking advertisement [14:07] Having to have a lavish lifestyle [14:42] Instagram famous individuals that showcase their lifestyle [14:21] Why is it we need certain things? [21:21] Is life just a lease to own adventure? [23:08] Three different articles on materialism [24:25] What we need to do to be less materialistic [27:10] Continuing to develop with each and every year becoming less materialistic [27:10] Less is more, quality over quantity [29:18] Jesse Liebman and his clothing experience buying his first suit [31:22] The purge and limiting your choices to keep from being overwhelmed [35:05] What's the least amount of items you can go with? [37:57] Making a mindset shift [40:38] Experiences over items [40:48] Getting a memento instead of remembering the moment [42:11] First ever dinner with Jean Dahlquist [43:47] Give the bird to the social norms [47:43] The Tiny House Movement [48:32] Digital Nomads and Independant living [56:05] People Mentioned Dan Bilzerian Floyd Mayweather Param Sharma Dr. Steve Taylor Brenden Mariage KT Manis Jean Dahlquist Kim Kardashian

Learning to cook as an adult is a much different experience than what your family taught you growing up. The possibilities are endless and yet too often we take the easy way out choosing to purchase pre-cooked or pre-packaged foods. This episode examines how you can discover a love for cooking with tips for getting started in self exploration with food.  QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your decision making process for making a major decision? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Having More Time Doing Something Creative Every Week Broke Ass Gourmet Nom Nom Paleo 4-Hour Chef Cooking spices with Tim Ferriss The Kitchn Apartment Therapy Show Notes The difference of learning to cook as an adult [03:15] Making food and cooking a passion [06:08] Viewing food as an experience versus viewing food as a necessity [06:58] The journey with food that Jean Dahlquist took [09:48] The difference between fresh personally bought and created food instead of store bought [14:03] Jesse Liebman and his journey with food [14:57] Leveraging the library and their cook books to open your world to cooking [23:09] Learning to use the bulk section of the grocery store [25:36] Wait for verification, see if things come up multiple times [23:56] Have alternatives to your original decision [26:26] GTS = Google that shit [27:17] Using the Nom Nom Paleo cookbook [28:25] The concepts from the 4-Hour Chef [30:18] Seasoning you food [33:39] The utilization of salt and pepper [34:02] Using the spices that start with 'C' [35:47] Learning cooking techniques with The Kitchn [37:32] Define your goals of what you what to create as a newfound cook [41:54] Explore as many things as you can that you create yourself instead of getting the pre-packed version [43:30] Find a friend that you can share the experience of cooking with [49:36] People Mentioned Jean Dahlquist Michelle Tam Tim Ferris Robert Irvine

Coming to a decision, and the process we go through, is unique for every individual. When individuals have the same process as we do, it makes it an easier process, and when we have a different process it can make it more challenging. This episode examines what types of decision making process we can have, the pros and cons of each and what we can do to ensure we're collaborative regardless of the process we typically take. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your decision making process for making a major decision? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Science of Intuition: How to Measure 'Hunches' and 'Gut Feelings' by Cari Nierenberg Gut Almighty by Carlin Flora Tipping Point by Malcom Gladwell Show Notes For big major life decisions, Jean Dahlquist uses a gut reaction for her process to decide what to do [04:13] The scientific proof that showcases your ability to use intuition for making decisions [05:35] You come to the same decision regardless of the process you take to get there [11:58] Having as much information and time as possible to make as informed of a decision as possible [13:17] How you react to your decisions you make [17:01] Having a process for your process of making decisions [18:57] The ability to let go [20:28] Perform back research, analyze and provide research on where you got your decision from the translate you decision [23:07] Wait for verification, see if things come up multiple times [23:56] Have alternatives to your original decision [26:26] Be observant and be flexible [30:27] People Mentioned Jean Dahlquist Malcom Gladwell

Being a guest versus being a host has its obvious advantages, but ensuring you have a positive experience and that you're invited back with open arms can sometimes be a challenge. This episode discusses what it means to be a guest, the guidelines for ensuring everyone enjoys the experience and how to ensure you're asked to be a guest again. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite method to relax? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode How are networks built Show Notes Hosting is easier than being a guest [02:10] Networks are built by being a host not by being a follower [03:15] Being a guest is becoming more prevalent because of the economy [04:05] Sometimes it's more fun to stay at a hotel than being someone's guest [05:07] Jean Dahlquist family and the rules of being a guest [06:14] Expectations of being a guest [08:37] Having a negative association with having guests over [11:34] Taking the approach of not expecting, taking advantage of or taking for granted being a guest [12:20] The criteria that Jean Dahlquist takes for being a guest and when to bring something [17:18] The longer the stay the more important it is to follow the guest etiquette [18:31] Fish and visitors stink the longer they stay by Benjamin Franklin [18:51] When the in-laws are coming into town and stay as a guest [25:03] The first impression is really important and therefore you should bring something to share or a gift [27:25] Find out the ground rules of the host [29:24] You're not trying to condition the host to be a better host - You don't have to go back [31:54] Ensure that the host enjoys the experience [33:42] People Mentioned Jean Dahlquist Benjamin Franklin

Our personal passions and focus often times causes us to burn the candle at both ends figuratively speaking. Which is why finding ways to relax and unplug is paramount to being at your best. This episode discusses how relaxation can mean something different things for different people and what you can do to ensure you relax no matter how demanding your responsibilities may be. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your favorite method to relax? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode How to Lose an Employee in 10 Days by Susan Sandvick Vichy Springs Resort Kahneeta Mineral Springs Bonta Gelato Finding your passion Show Notes Relaxing can be done physically, mentally and emotionally [02:32] Ways to physically relax [03:58] Emotionally finding ways to unwind and detach yourself from the daily grind [05:10] Findings way sot mentally detach yourself and turn off [06:32] Jean's views on relaxation [08:37] The military way of bringing your work back home with you [10:19] You never really know when you're going to be called back in when working for the military [12:43] The average military member needs two full weeks disconnected to begin to relax and feel rejuvenated [14:03] Relaxing at the Vichy Springs in Ukiah, California [19:05] Unwinding with no defined plan as a way to completely relax [22:04] Unwinding as a way to completely relax [22:04] Completely depleting yourself to exhaustion to allow yourself to relax followed by productive activities and a reward [26:39] Physically detaching yourself versus completely depleting yourself in order to relax [28:19] Find a common ground between relaxation and productivity to help you relax [31:58] Find something that you personally can find enjoyment in [32:48] Have an estimated time goal, but don't make it ridged to allow for optimal relaxation [39:01] People Mentioned Jean Dahlquist

Have you ever heard the saying that first impressions are everything? They may not be everything, or a deal breaker, but they can certainly make hard things more challenging or easier on yourself. This episode discusses in what scenarios first impressions matter most and what you can do to get off on the right foot and sustain the initial good vibrations. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What do you do to make a great first impression? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode How to Lose an Employee in 10 Days by Susan Sandvick How The Most Emotionally Intelligent People Make Great First Impressions by Harvey Deutschendorf Restaurant Impossible The Tipping Point Show Notes There's a multitude of situations on a daily basis that we have first impressions [02:22] Attending a restaurant for the first time is paramount [03:37] Relaunching on Restaurant Impossible, getting a second chance, and making the new impression [04:22] Going to opening night is the single most important opportunity to make your name [06:42] Being at full strength to start [07:50] Starting with a new company and most miss the mark on day one [13:42] Brands and the message or content on their website and the first impression they make [16:58] What brands do to connect with people and interact with them [21:38] Meeting people for the first time carries less weight than most people believe they do [23:49] Treat others better than you've ever been treated before [33:30] Take a genuine interest in whomever you come in contact with [37:11] Don't just do it on day one, go beyond and have an onboarding plan [42:22] People Mentioned Robert Irvine Malcolm Gladwell Susan Sandvick Harvey Deutschendorf

Are you a perfectionist? So is the rest of society. We've all adopted the mantra and mentality of we can never be satisfied. This episode examines the types of individuals that are never satisfied, yet we discuss ways in which you can still continually improve while finding more joy in your accomplishments. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What moment in your life have you felt like you settled? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Usain Bolt disappointed he didn't break his 200m world record The pursuit of being selfless Why Settling is Hard Work by Laura J. Hamilton Stop Settling for the Myth of Work-Life Balance and Choose to Live Your All by Dana Shaw-Arimoto Show Notes Settling has a very negative connotation right now [02:17] Always improving [02:41] Being a General Manager [3:57] Paralysis by analysis [4:57] Dynasty's in sports [5:34] Performers and creative individuals are never satisfied [6:44] Athletes and the pursuit of history and their legacy [8:31] I can't get no satisfaction [10:31] Settling is a bad thing [11:40] Settling in is a positive aspect [12:24] Work life balance is a hot topic [15:03] We are in a society where settling is unacceptable [18:38] Settling may be seen as holding you back [21:43] Be the best that you can be [22:42] Find ways to celebrate successes [22:36] Success is the expectation [26:41] The inspiring about Multi-Level Marketing [27:51] Celebrating people for just showing up [29:50] Define what makes you happy and then constantly and consistently pursue it [31:28] People Mentioned Usain Bolt Laura J. Hamilton Dana Shaw-Arimoto Jean Dahlquist

What keeps you up at night? What gets you up and out of bed racing out the door to start you day? Without passion, we lose our abilities to find joy in life. This episode examines how passion is contagious, how passion can be scientifically proven, examples of passion individuals and how can ensure you leverage your own personal passion. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's your current personal passion in life? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Mark Cuban on Shark Tank Mark Cuban NATPE 2013 Keynote Mark Cuban on being an owner of the Dallas Mavericks Mark Cuban held out of Baseball Stever Ballmer dancing to Fergie The emotional Rafa Nadal The 2008 Wimbledon Final Foo Fighters live concert I Have a Dream speech 3 Laws of Motion WANTED: A Lifelong Passion To Build a Career Around by Sarah Robb O'Hagan Why "Follow Your Passion" Is the World's Worst Career Advice by Betty Liu Take the Leap of Faith Show Notes Passionate people are my favorite people to surround myself with because it's contagious [07:24] Mark Cuban is the definition of a super fan [08:56] The raw passion displayed by Rafa Nadal [12:44] Dave Ghrol's emotion as the frontman for the Foo Fighters [15:34] Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact [17:27] Why are passionate people so contagious? [19:25] Netwon's 3 Laws of Motion [19:55] How do we redirect our passions to get the change we're looking for? [22:01] Lifelong passion to build a career around [23:05] Following your passion is the worst career advice [24:44] Find something [26:52] You're not learning if every day is a great day with no challenges [27:32] You need something that gets you up in the morning that makes you fired up for each and every day [28:02] Don't loose the momentum of the mission [31:07] Your passion doesn't have to be full-time [32:52] Just do it, and stop making god damn excuses to stop you [36:23] People Mentioned Mark Cuban Jerry Jones Steve Ballmer Tiger Woods Rafa Nadal Dave Grohl Martin Luther King Jr. Issac Newton Sarah Robb O'Hagan Tony Robbins Zig Ziggler Betty Liu

Many individuals tend to be all or nothing struggling with finding balance between having fun and being serious. However, is that truly the best approach to fulfill our short and long term goals? This episode debates finding a balance between having fun and being serious and why this leads to a more consistent long term approach. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was the last time you day dreamed and completely lost track of time? What did you daydream about? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Finding perspective Show Notes Born with the mean mug face, always looking angry and serious [02:28] Other individuals always appear to be smiling constantly [03:18] Is a balance the right thing? [04:30] Individuals that always feel like they have to have their guard up [04:55] It takes a self-realization to notice what the affects of always being serious do [06:47] An inner desire to prove people wrong [09:08] Wanting to prove yourself versus improve yourself [10:06] Individuals that always having a zest for life [13:00] Being an all or nothing type of individuals [14:07] You can be balanced being a serious and fun individual [19:27] You can't have too much of a good thing [20:00] What do you need to have a balance? [21:13] You should have some sort of balance [22:47] Movie actors and their balance [23:28] Finding balance is all based on the perspective lens used [24:18] Comedians are not always 'fun and games' [27:52] Having moments in relationships that you can be serious [29:24] People Mentioned Robin Williams

It's convenient to only examine and look at things from one perspective, but is this really the best strategy for making informed unbiased decisions? This episode discusses how we can see all sides of the story and become multidimensional to be as well rounded as possible. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: At what moments do you find your lose perspective? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Who won the Presidential Political Debate? Donald Trump interrupting Hillary Clinton Parents doing their child's homework Putting in Time and leveraging it Mad Max: Fury Road Opening Scene Show Notes The perspective that I've come to have [01:57] My Father's love for politics [03:20] Always having multiple perspectives for various sources [04:30] The political perspective I grew up with [05:22] The multiple perspectives I was I given on a nightly basis [07:17] Allowing me to see both sides of the story [08:32] Forming my own personal opinion [09:00] Being able to see both sides of the story [09:59] The most recent Presidential Debate [11:00] We want to crown an overall champion [12:15] We're emotional when we're unable to see both perspectives [13:56] Being able to take a step back [15:20] Having an unbiased perspective [15:40] It's almost a civil duty to protect your children [16:52] Having another individual to take the emotion out of things [19:50] People being shocked that anyone could support either candidate [21:00] We have to put in the time to think about the other side [23:40] Breeding radical viewpoints and perspectives [25:20] Sometimes you don't have the time to see all sides of the story [27:10] Thinking critically and independently [27:50] Individuals that are able to see both sides and independently come up with their perspective that has sustainability [28:41] You have to practice seeing both sides of the story [29:28] Having preconceived notions [30:17] Finding ways to be multidimensional [31:43] The Mad Max like affect [32:53] The difference between levels in baseball [33:20] People Mentioned Michael Savage Keith Olbermann Geraldo Rivera Donald Trump Hillary Clinton Elon Musk Steve Jobs

  Success and accomplishment is based upon on how much time you're willing to put in. What sacrifices we make with our time is the contingency plan with regards to how you succeed. This episode examines how we're all afforded the same amount of time each and every day, but how we choose to leverage and exchange it is different for each and everyone of us. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was the last time you day dreamed and completely lost track of time? What did you daydream about? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Tiger Woods Story Time by The Jerk Show Notes When you're younger, you want time to go quickly [02:19] As milestones become less frequent with getting older, you often wish time would slow down [03:11] I'm going to make up sleep [03:35] We live for weekends the older we get [04:55] The difference in perceptions between being younger and being older [05:24] You have all the time in the world [05:45] Each individual has the same amount of time available to them [06:28] The perception that you have more time when you're younger [07:07] When you're older, you have less responsibility and more freedom [07:25] Time is more divided when you're younger [7:53] When you're going to school you don't realize how much time it takes up [08:07] Elementary School is one of the most restrictive environments in the schooling system [08:48] Middle School affords you more time because of the consolidation of periods [09:17] School starts even earlier in High School, also ending earlier, giving you more time [09:31] College gives you complete freedom [10:46] The breakdown of time in comparison to being younger versus older [13:30] If you go by the numbers, you have more freedom the older you get [15:09] How we breakdown a day, week, month and year is completely different for each individual and point in our lives [15:40] What's the best way for us to break down time [16:06] It comes down to sacrifice [16:20] How much time are you willing to sacrifice? [17:02] What are you exchanging your time for? [18:31] The sacrifices and exchange for starting Pause. Think. Consider. [19:49] What is viewed as a fair exchange of time? [20:36] How you exchange your time in relation to what you get is the bottom line [21:05] What professional athletes sacrifice and leverage their time for their goals [21:23] How are you leveraging your time in exchange for your accomplishments [23:36] The years have flown by [23:57] The mindset that years feel like centuries and centuries feel like lifetimes [24:45] The Jerk bit about time [25:50] Time feels like it's longer than it really is [26:58] The ability to look back on memories at Age 3 [27:47] My brain is just mush [28:40] When you start to forget and you cannot recall memories, that's when time feels like it's flying by and needs to slow down [28:45] It's important to leverage and utilize our memories to help extend time [32:18] Some decisions, while they appear benign in the moment, affect us tomorrow and in the future [33:38] Living in the moment making the best decision you possibly can [34:48] What are we doing on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis to make us the best we possibly can be in exchange for our time? [35:46] Setting up an IRA and leveraging compounding interest [36:59] Finding a balance between long-term and short-term goals with your time [38:46] People Mentioned Tiger Woods Steve Martin

Despite what the social hierarchy and norms say, each and every one of us has the ability to make an impact despite our perceived leadership ability. This episode examines finding the courage to step forward and be an influencer despite your current level, not losing your focus and going up, or down, to have the impact you want to have. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was the last time you day dreamed and completely lost track of time? What did you daydream about? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Leap of Faith Management Styles Delivering Happiness Metrocricy Undercover Boss Show Notes The concept of influencing despite the level or status you currently are [02:06] You have to have experience in order to get experience [02:26] How do you gain the experience if you're not given the opportunity? [03:32] It doesn't matter what level you're at [04:22] We actively gravitate towards leaders and follow them regardless of their level [04:59] The idea that you you need to be at a specific level to be a leader is complete nonsense [05:48] Taking action is what will give you the experience necessary to lead [06:07] Despite knowing clearly where I fall, the impact I can have is far greater than what I personally perceive [07:08] The consistency, conviction, passion, confidence is what allows others to buy in and create followers [09:30] Those that desire to be a leader, but struggle with their position in the group, can still have an impact [10:04] It starts with physically making the choice, and the courage, to lead [11:02] Socially it's much more acceptable, and experience much less negativity, by being a follower [12:02] The only way your altruistic visions will come to fruition is by you taking the necessary steps to implement them [12:46] The realization that my local community didn't have an active leader to improve the entire group [13:24] The struggle of knowing what needs to be done [15:54] Taking the Leap of Faith to initiate the necessary progress  [16:39] The comparison of a Senior ladened team versus a younger team in the NCAA Tournament [17:16] Not being aware of the fact you're not supposed to be successful [18:18] At times, the experience prevails and other times experience lulls themselves into a false perception [19:11] Someone else should be taking the actions forward, but something needed to be done [20:05] By taking the actions forward, it helps bring others in to help do the work [21:20] It becomes about the message, not the messenger [23:29] Choose to step forward and have the courage regardless of where society says you should fall in place [25:57] Different leadership styles and how to lead [27:27] To have the greatest impact you possibly can have, sometimes you need to go down a level and not be at the top [27:57] The Agency world and the rapid changes that occur between changing to different organizations [28:36] Framing data and statistics to positively showcase your impact based on a timeline [32:15] What impact are you having? [35:10] In order to step forwards, you need to step backwards [35:59] Shifting mentality with a meritocratic organization structure [41:07] Grassroot movements and the impact they can have [44:43] The higher in the organization you rise the more important it is to have a perspective from the bottom up [46:41] We need reminders of what the overall goal is from our circle when we reach to the top to not lose that perspective [49:38] People Mentioned Tony Hsieh

  Too often, we let a fear of failure paralyze us to the point of inactivity. Unwilling to take the necessary steps forward and instead completely avoid situations regardless of the benefits we may have. This episode discusses what prevents us from taking those steps forward and what we can do to take the leap of faith and overcome our fears. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was a moment in your life that you had to build up the courage to do something? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Fear of Depths Phobia Show Notes My Parents and Grandparents thought I was going to give myself an ulcer one day [02:10] The story of trying out for the swim team [02:58] One of the scariest moments of my life dealing with the painted pool bottom [04:07] Trying out for the Tigard youth swimming team [10:28] Taking the leap of faith into the pool [21:03] Being paralyzed by fear [22:23] The mantra of not letting the fear paralyzing you [23:58] What is something in your life that paralyzes you with fear? [23:30] You're not born without fear [27:38] You have to take the steps forward, building up the courage, to physically move forward [28:32] Mentally get yourself in a place where you're going to take the leap of faith [29:30] Talk through the situation, with someone else, who acts are you support system / cheerleader [30:11] Visualize yourself being successful, not just how the experience may be uncomfortable [30:52] People Mentioned Fran Liebman

Our abilities to multi-task because of technology has enabled us to do more and more things with each and every day. However, as a result of these abilities, we've become so busy that we don't have the time, nor efficiency level, to complete everything we need to complete. We discuss the issue of being busy to the point we're unable to finish what we started and what we can do to solve this problem. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What do you do to ensure you don't make more work for yourself than is necessary? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Communication with others Self Awareness with ourselves Show Notes The overall format of the podcast feels too formatted and the suggestion to try letting it go off the cuff [01:37] We're so busy being busy that we don't have the time to be un-busy [04:48] Taking the time to actually stop for a format and think about your actions [05:22] In being busy, are we really doing what we should be doing? [06:10] Is this just a one time thing or is this a regular occurrence? [06:22] Is it because whatever you've got going on is more important than everyone else's or is it just poor planning on your part? [07:20] Some people make it a point and habit of making other people uncomfortable to leverage and get what they want when they want it [07:42] Wait your freaking turn! [08:43] The story of the Obama wagon [09:12] The social experiment of driving a mini van in the left-hand lane [12:24] The impatient acts of people who are impatient [16:33] Everyone thinks their shit don't stink [17:21] Everyone's so busy worrying about themselves that they're not able to stop and look around [17:32] The procrastinator lifestyle [18:10] Why would we not just do our absolute best? [21:19] Do we just make ourselves busy because we want to be or feel important? [22:22] What the hell do you actually do? [23:24] My bullshit meter is ready to explode [24:10] Learn the ability to find things to do [24:54] We have meetings to prepare for meetings [28:34] Meetings come down to micromanagement and a lack of trust [31:34] The daily dump [32:02] Whatever happened to just talking to people? [35:10] Let me be inefficient myself, don't make me more inefficient than I already am [35:46] The quarterly meeting [36:17] When time escapes us, and it's productive, why do we feel the need to apologize for it? [38:45] What are the absolute things you have to get done by the end of the day? [40:00] If a task takes us a lengthy period of time, but you get the experience from it, and you learn from it, why is the amount of time we took to figure it out a problem? [40:55] Material items versus experiences [42:38] Why do we apologize? [43:11] Instead of apologizing, why don't we prioritize? [43:58] What are you really doing on a day-in day-out basis with your time? [46:48] What do you spend time on, what out of that time do you actually enjoy, not enjoy and have do you have to do? [47:42] Live in the moment [49:52] Make a list of the things you absolutely have to do [50:28] What are the things that you chose to do? [51:10] What are the things you absolutely need? [53:22]

The information overload we've become accustomed to has scientifically caused some adverse side effects. Our attention spans have decrease by 33% between 2000 and 2013 and is now shorter than a goldfish. This episode examines how our attention spans have decreased and what we can do to increase it. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: How long in until you start losing focus on today's episode? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Microsoft Attention Span Research Report Daydreaming is a good thing to help increase our imagination IMDB Top 250 Songs from each decade 8 Quick Ways To Improve Your Attention Span by Stephanie Vozza The Art of Listening Show Notes Study done by Microsoft Canada on attention span [01:47] Average attention span of a human was 12 seconds in 2000 and then dropped to 8 seconds in 2013 [02:32] The average attention span of a goldfish is 9 seconds long [03:07] Greatest impact on why attention span has decreased [03:55] 44% of Canandians really have to concentrate on tasks to stay focused,    [04:21] 45% of people get sidetracked because of other thoughts or day dreams   [04:49] 37% don't make the best use of their time and as a result have to work late or on the weekends to complete tasks  [05:13] 54% of Canandians say sometimes technology makes their lives worse  [06:33] 51% believe it's important to make time to switch off their devices  [06:53] 39% disconnect from their technology at least once a month or more often  [07:01] Over time, has the duration of movies and music decreased over time correlating to a decrease in attention span [08:38] Movie durations from each decade from IMDB Top 250 [09:14] The last time that a blockbuster movie duration was the around the length of Mad Max: Fury Road was 1958 [12:30] For today's generation, the Max Max: Fury Road generation, would The Godfather have the ability to grasp the attention the same as Mad Max or would the duration be too long?  [13:55] Napoleon Dynamite and it's ability to keep the attention of viewers [16:14] Action movies around two hours long are becoming more prevalent and popular in today [16:58] Song durations from each decade [18:20] Music doesn't pain as clear of a story that song duration correlates to attention span over time [20:21] Three minutes and 30 seconds is the sweet spot duration of today's songs [22:39] Today's music transitions much more rapidly between key changes, vamps, tempo and/or time signatures than comparatively to music from previous decades [24:20] The usage of devices and social media has been leveraged by children at a younger and younger age [28:39] How social media and apps have evolved since 2004 [29:12] Cell phone usage has become rampant [29:49] If I had a dollar for every time someone used the cell phone or social media when we were together [30:47] Our attention spans are not going to get better, it's going to become more challenging [31:54] Fastcompany.com article on improving your attention span [33:09] We all could benefit from increasing our attention spans [35:22] Put down your damn phone [36:41] We need to make the commitment to unplug [37:28] The norm shouldn't be using our devices and phones right up until bed [38:07] We need to spend time in nature, outside, at least once a week -- The more time the merrier [38:52] Work on focusing only one project or task, and only that task, at least once a week [41:06] Feed yourself extended content [45:18] Movie Durations From Each Decade The Kid (1921) - Charlie Chaplin - 68 minutes The Wizard of Oz (1939) - 102 minutes Casablanca (1942) - 102 minutes Vertigo (1958) - James Stewart & Kim Novak (Alfred Hitchcock) - 128 minutes The Good, The Bad, The Ugly (1966) - Clint Eastwood - 161 minutes The Godfather (1972) - 175 minutes

We've all experienced the changes of the seasons and some are affected mentally much more severe than others. This episode examines how the seasons can affect our momentum and what we can do to stay motivated no matter what time of the year it is. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What time of year do you feel most productive? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Seasonal depression and the winter blues Quitting or changing direction What did Discipline say to Motivation? "I'm gonna eat your lunch." by Nathan White Your Motivation to Start a Company in Silicon Valley Sucks by Adam Thomas Harper The Lies Our Mind Tells us to Prevent Life Changes by MA Mabukal Drive by Daniel H. Pink Video from Drive by Daniel H. Pink Show Notes The seasons are changing with momentum and motivation being affected [02:00] With each season it brings on a different mood [03:44] Individuals mindset changes throughout the year [04:17] Momentum snowballs with the changing of the seasons if you let it [04:51] If you're in a rut, you need to step out or leverage momentum in your favor [06:12] DOTS: Depends on the situation [07:01] An evaluation and look at what occurs during Fall and the pros and cons for starting something in Fall [07:18] Winter and why it's the toughest time of year to start or gain momentum [11:23] Statistically speaking, individuals experience more depression during winter [12:00] Spring and why this is one of the best months to start new initiatives [15:33] Summer is a tweener month because it can be the most active or least active depending on how you leverage your year [18:22] The best time to start or work on something is now, not a particular time of the year [21:06] The more momentum you have the more challenging the change will be [23:09] There's always a justification for why not to do something [23:34] What can we do to break the cycle? [24:26] Outside perspectives on motivation and momentum [25:38] Just start, don't wait [28:14] Starting Pause.Think.Consider [28:25] Leverage the momentum you have once you start [32:05] Ensure you're continually leavering to keep your momentum at the same level or higher [34:39] People Mentioned Beth Sheinis Adam Thomas Harper Nathan White MA Mabukal Daniel H. Pink Jean Dahlquist Chip Conrad

Unfortunately, due to past experiences, many individuals hold back the real or authentic person they truly are or sometimes even try to be someone they are not. This episode examines why we don't share the real us with the world and what we can do to improve our authenticity. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was the last time you met someone that came across as phony? How did it make you feel? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The #Squad Movement 5 of the Most Successful Hashtags of All Time to Inspire Your Campaign by Vedarth Deshpande Why I hate the phrase "Fake It 'Til You Make It"... and a few alternatives by Casey Erin Clark  Brands, Learn How to Market From These Musicians by Elenda Nguyen If You're Lazy and You Know It Clap Your Hands  Entourage Sinfield Curb You Enthusiasm Jesse's LinkedIn profile LinkedIn and how it's becoming more like Facebook What is a SWOT Analysis? What is a 360 Degree Analysis? The Weekly Portland Podcast Pogs: The Forgotten Game Show Notes The hashtag #Squad movement and what is it [02:00] Interesting articles that relate to #Squad [03:56] We're all products of our environment [05:51] How our school environment has an impact and shapes us early on in life [07:29] The concept of surrounding yourself with the right individuals [08:21] The bullying that Jesse experienced growing up [08:51] How Jesse surrounded himself by the right individuals to eliminate bullying [09:49] We gravitate towards other people that are just like you [10:42] You're the GM of your #squad and who you surround yourself with [11:22] The befriending of mammoth mammals during Middle School led to the intimidation of bullies [11:29] Seeking any and everyone on my team to ensure the circle was as large as possible to prevent bullying [13:50] Activity groups have a tremendous impact on who is a part of your circle [14:30] Sports teams were another huge influence on Jesse's circle growing up [14:39] The music department was another large part of the circle Jesse built [16:05] The Japanese National Honor Society and how it was complete different from the jock and music circles [17:59] The mishmash of all the different influences growing up and provided perspective [18:29] Your friend group is another influence group [19:11] How the show Entourage was pre-#squad and harnessed the meaning [19:25] What the makeup of Jesse's friend group is and the different backgrounds they have [20:33] Work serves as your continuing education of being a part of a group [21:16] Developing your network/rolodex and leveraging LinkedIn as your digital representation [22:48] How do you leverage all of your circles to help create your environment [25:39] Performing an audit or SWOT analysis of yourself to determine who and what you are so you know what you need [26:27] You need to go find the missing pieces to develop your #Squad [29:27] No one is going to advocate as much for you as you do for yourself [30:29] Determine what you're good and and not good at and figure out what you need to do it [31:29] Surrounding yourself with people to help get yourself off your ass and inspire yourself [32:07] The hardest thing to do once you have you have your #squad setup [34:26] The comfortability and settling we do within our relationships [36:46] If you aint getting paid, or getting laid, get out [37:58] Constantly nurturing your #squad and purge it when necessary [39:15] People Mentioned Taylor Swift Vedarth Deshpande Casey Erin Clark Elenda Nguyen Tigard High School Tualatin High School Jay-Z Greg Day Gary Vaynerchuk Tim Ferriss Trader Joes Beth Sheinis

A skill and trait that is being phased out and trampled to death by technology is our imagination. While technology is both a blessed and a curse, it hinders our ability to be original and open minded. This episode discusses the trait of imagination and what things we can do on a daily basis to ensure we keep it beyond our childhood. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: When was the last time you day dreamed and completely lost track of time? What did you daydream about? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Blazing Saddles Pure Imagination from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 10 Ways to Increase Imagination & Creativity by Operation Meditation 10 Ways to Boost Your Imagination and Achieve Big Things by Siobhan Harmer 7 Steps To Unleashing Your Imagination! by Harish Kumar Jim Valvano's ESPY speech Analyzing your squad Having self awareness Show Notes The story of Jesse Liebman playing basketball at his grandparents house [02:00] The cardboard box from the Dell computer and leveraging it as a space ship [08:32] Socially, we are stunting our creativity [09:29] Technology is a blessing, but is also destroying our originality [09:50] Favorite movies of all-time Blazing Saddles and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory with Gene Wilder [10:25] Pure Imagination [11:58] Imagination = Creativity = Originality = Open Mindedness [13:40] Left brain vs. Right Brain [14:15] Some people are more intrinsically creative than others [15:00] People that are bigger risk takers are typically more creative than someone that doesn't [15:16] Eliminating the fear of failure [16:24] Blocking out all other critiques and input [17:20] The freeness of not being held back and the liberation that comes with that for your creativity [17:52] Outside inputs and perspectives on imagination and creativity [18:48] We could all be better at improving our imagination [19:43] Don't be a god damn sheep [20:09] Spend some time in thought [20:39] Jim Valvano and his infamous quote and speech about doing three things each and every day [20:51] We should all spend time daydreaming and and time in thought [22:56] Lose track of time in thought every day [24:07] We need to dream and dream big [25:47] Confide in someone you trust your dreams [26:27] We should have both individuals that give us truth serum and someone that's your biggest fan and 100% supportive [26:44] You need to experience or do something creative at least once a week that is separate from your daily time in thought [28:05] You need to experience or do something creative at least once a week that is separate from your daily time in thought [28:05] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Heather Liebman Lindsey Liebman Sweet Tania Lombrozo Gene Wilder Siobhan Harmer Harish Kumar Jim Valvano

Socially we've become incredibly accepting and understanding of individuals that quit and giving second, third, even fourth chances to welcome them back. This episode examines a few of the beliefs as to why we quit, when it's ok to quit, when it's not ok to quit and what we can do to prevent quitting or, in a specific case, prevent a divorce. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: How often do you change direction versus quit? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Job Hopping Is the 'New Normal' for Millennials: Three Ways to Prevent a Human Resource Nightmare by Jeanne Meister 5 Ways To Avoid Divorce by Delia Lloyd How To Quit Being A Quitter by Next Avenue 5 Valid Reasons to Be a Quitter by Joanne Clark 90% of businesses fail by Neil Patel Number of times Donald Trump has been bankrupt Anna Nicole Smith's Husband and the story for his estate Learning how to be a better listener Becoming a beter responder Show Notes Why do we quit? [02:13] An alternative to quitting is by changing direction  [02:49] Quitting versus changing direction [03:06] Quitting is completely cutting off ties [03:13] Changing directions is not necessarily quitting, but rather pivoting and continuing towards the main goal or purpose [03:34] Quitting your company, but staying in the say field is simply changing direction, not actually quitting [04:27] Having a millennium outlook on change of employment [05:13] It's easier to just start over again [06:45] We're not comfortable so it's just easier to start all over again [09:04] Learning to be comfortable when we're not comfortable [09:12] Sport video games and the restart button [09:19] Rather have everything perfect than to have something setup less than ideal [12:19] We are socially accepting of people that quit and  [12:41] We are mesmerized by people that persevere [12:51] Society loves giving second, third and fourth chances -- We love the underdog [12:58] The story of an individual who was a train-wreck and given a second chance despite the obvious screwup [13:18] There's a perception that it's in your favor to be a screw up and then building yourself back up  [16:59] When is it ok to quit? [19:01] Quitting is a four-letter word [19:31] It is ok to quit when it is detrimental to your family and personal wellbeing [19:41] Some things we wish we could quit and other things we quit too easily [20:00] You do not have to do everything alone [20:45] When is it not ok to quit? [21:08] Divorce is not ok [21:38] The amazing unique story of Jesse's grandparents and their relationship [22:04] The story of Jesse's grandparents and their relationship staying together every day for over 50 years [22:04] Jesse's parents, how they met and their unique story of taking the ring back and still getting married and together for over 34 years [26:26] Not everything is perfect, not everything is rosy, but you can make it work by being committed to each other [28:57] Divorce seems as common as going to Starbucks [29:42] Divorce almost feels like an expected [29:59] The Prenup [30:14] Marriage should be about love [31:08] Anna Nicole Smith and her marriage to her rich elderly husband [31:15] The individuals that end up getting in divorce, Jesse asks the question, "What did you get married?" [32:00] No one says you have to get married [32:27] Interesting outside thoughts and opinions on divorce and quitting [33:21] Challenge the social and societal pressures when it comes to divorce and quitting [34:32] You do you [34:38] A caveat to You do you is take your god damn time. [34:56] You need to test and vet everything [35:07] Get beyond the lust part of your relationship [36:42] Experience some tough times with your relationship before making it permanent [36:59]

Is it possible to be completely selfless or otherwise known as to perform a selfnull act? If not, what can we do to decrease our level of selfishness? This episode uncovers the concept of being selfless and the two actions we can all take to be more selfless each and every day. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What's the most selfless act you've ever performed? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Is there such thing as a selfless act? The Pursuit of Selflessness by Joshua Becker 11 Steps To Becoming Selfless by Addam Corre 6 ways to save your marriage with selflessness by FamilyShare Selfelessness Quotes Surrounding yourself with the right individuals Video of kid not being able to cross the street Show Notes The story of the conversation with a former boss about the idea that it is impossible to do anything completely selfless [01:58] There is no act that we do that does not have ulterior motives behind the act [03:21] Is it possible, consciously or subconsciously, to perform an act without a selfish reason [03:45] The closest example towards being completely selfless [04:23] Another word for selfless is altruistic [06:19] Is it possible to be perform a selfnull act? [07:02] It is impossible to have a selfnull act, but is possible to be selfless [08:04] The reason or motive consciously or subconsciously the action is taken [08:40] The joy of being selfless [09:59] Just because we can't perform a selfnull act, doesn't mean we can't be a better person [11:42] Other articles on how to be selfless [12:13] Make a concerted concentrated effort to think about how your actions affect others to the point that’s just short of resentment [13:21] When there is no boundary, too selfless, individuals end up resenting other individuals because they care so much more than other individuals [14:40] Perhaps you need to surround yourself with more selfless individuals [15:28] If we are going to the point of resentment, how effective are we being with our selfless act? [16:15] Take the time to thing about how your actions affect others [17:00] Creating the daily habit of doing one thing, each and everyday, that is as selfless as possible without leveraging it for the use of self promotion [18:07] Examples of selfless acts you can perform on a daily basis [18:43] Personally, Jesse talks about not wanting any recognition for selfless acts [21:04] Story about a kid trying to cross the crosswalk to go home with no cars stopping for him [22:06] The key to making something selfless is by doing something without consciously doing it for self promotion [23:52] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Joshua Becker Addam Corre

We have become inundated with information from various sources tugging on our attention hoping to break through the noise. There is such a constant barrage that often times we cannot even take the simple step to respond to correspondences we receive. This episode examines why who choose not to respond and what we can do to be better communicators. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What is your rule for responding to messages you receive? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Gmail Priority Inbox Filter 6 Ways to Become a Better Communicator by Refinery29 5 simple habits that will make you a better communicator by Caren Merrick 5 Super Effective Ways to Become a Great Communicator by Peter Economy A memory like an elephant Self Awareness Tim Ferriss Contact Page Tim Ferriss's one day of mail Show Notes We've become so saturated with information that we cannot take the time to respond anymore [01:50] The social experiment of reaching out to personal connections via LinkedIn and the response rate received [02:23] Another experiment of reaching out to individuals, 50% known and 50% unknown, via Email and the response rate received [07:51] Comparison between the two experiments [12:00] Why do we choose not to respond? [12:50] What's in it for us? [13:08] Everyone in the world is bidding for our attention [13:18] We are the founder of who gets our attention [13:42] We're all busy [14:06] I don't have enough time to wipe my own ass [14:22] What is that person asking for? [15:00] If you don't know the person, you are much less likely to respond than to someone you know [16:10] The other side of the coin, I'm going to respond to people I don't know because of the unknown opportunity [16:57] We make the assumption that we already have someone in your circle that fulfills what we need [18:02] If we are missing a component or looking to upgrade our circle, we're more likely to respond than someone that believes they have everything they need [18:53] We're so saturated with information our society, it prevents us from responding [19:59] The oversaturation of information is a blessing and a curse [20:21] We setup filters to manage the information we receive [21:09] Gmail and the filter system they use for organizing email and the pain it causes for Email Marketers [21:14] The distractions that we get that prevent us from being efficient [23:18] Some people have so many things going on that they need assistants to help filter information to them [23:40] It's possible the information may be buried if you don't have filters setup [24:10] I have a little bit of compassion for people that are buried with information [24:38] We only have so much time in the day and we have to prioritize based on that time [25:04] Sometimes we simply forget [26:01] I don't have much understanding for people that simply forget [26:18] Have a memory like an elephant [27:11] Your brain is like a muscle, use it or lose it [28:10] How can we be more responsive? [28:56] Outside perspectives and articles on communication that you should read [29:14] If necessary, set boundaries and expectations [29:68] What Tim Ferriss says about individuals that try to contact him [30:47] Establish a person guideline and rule for responding to correspondence [32:23] My personal guideline for responding to other individuals [32:54] In my Top 5 of things I wish I could change about my circle [34:58] Only take on as much as you can personally handle [36:54] Use the golden rule: Treat others how you want to be treated [38:24] People Mentioned Fran Liebman @Refinery29 Caren Merrick Peter Economy Tim Ferriss

As products of our environment, we're all in control of who we choose to surround ourselves with. While early on in our lives, we may not have much of a choice, the power is in our hands to create a #squad that enables us to be the best that we can possibly be. This episode explores the concept of a #squad and how we can ensure we're always progressing no matter what your interests are or how many times they change. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What does your #squad look like right now? What do you want it to look like? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The #Squad Movement 5 of the Most Successful Hashtags of All Time to Inspire Your Campaign by Vedarth Deshpande Why I hate the phrase "Fake It 'Til You Make It"... and a few alternatives by Casey Erin Clark  Brands, Learn How to Market From These Musicians by Elenda Nguyen If You're Lazy and You Know It Clap Your Hands  Entourage Sinfield Curb You Enthusiasm Jesse's LinkedIn profile LinkedIn and how it's becoming more like Facebook What is a SWOT Analysis? What is a 360 Degree Analysis? The Weekly Portland Podcast Pogs: The Forgotten Game Show Notes The hashtag #Squad movement and what is it [02:00] Interesting articles that relate to #Squad [03:56] We're all products of our environment [05:51] How our school environment has an impact and shapes us early on in life [07:29] The concept of surrounding yourself with the right individuals [08:21] The bullying that Jesse experienced growing up [08:51] How Jesse surrounded himself by the right individuals to eliminate bullying [09:49] We gravitate towards other people that are just like you [10:42] You're the GM of your #squad and who you surround yourself with [11:22] The befriending of mammoth mammals during Middle School led to the intimidation of bullies [11:29] Seeking any and everyone on my team to ensure the circle was as large as possible to prevent bullying [13:50] Activity groups have a tremendous impact on who is a part of your circle [14:30] Sports teams were another huge influence on Jesse's circle growing up [14:39] The music department was another large part of the circle Jesse built [16:05] The Japanese National Honor Society and how it was complete different from the jock and music circles [17:59] The mishmash of all the different influences growing up and provided perspective [18:29] Your friend group is another influence group [19:11] How the show Entourage was pre-#squad and harnessed the meaning [19:25] What the makeup of Jesse's friend group is and the different backgrounds they have [20:33] Work serves as your continuing education of being a part of a group [21:16] Developing your network/rolodex and leveraging LinkedIn as your digital representation [22:48] How do you leverage all of your circles to help create your environment [25:39] Performing an audit or SWOT analysis of yourself to determine who and what you are so you know what you need [26:27] You need to go find the missing pieces to develop your #Squad [29:27] No one is going to advocate as much for you as you do for yourself [30:29] Determine what you're good and and not good at and figure out what you need to do it [31:29] Surrounding yourself with people to help get yourself off your ass and inspire yourself [32:07] The hardest thing to do once you have you have your #squad setup [34:26] The comfortability and settling we do within our relationships [36:46] If you aint getting paid, or getting laid, get out [37:58] Constantly nurturing your #squad and purge it when necessary [39:15] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Taylor Swift Vedarth Deshpande Casey Erin Clark Elenda Nguyen Tigard High School Tualatin High School Jay-Z Greg Day Gary Vaynerchuk Tim Ferriss Trader Joes Beth Sheinis

We're not born lazy or with a work ethic -- Instead we're net neutral allowing us to go one way or another. We're all products of our environment which helps instill those habits that we carry on throughout life. Fortunately, there are ways to improve your work ethic or decrease your laziness. This episode help examine the reason you might have a habit of being lazy and the three things we can do to change our habits. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What type of family did you come from, blue collar or white collar? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode How Lazy Bosses Avoid Doing Their Jobs by Jeff Haden 5 Ways to Deal with Lazy Coworkers by Laura Chetcuti Exposed: Lazy Employees Are Good For You! by Colin Shaw Gary Vaynerchuk becoming an overnight success Our Table and their farming practices Why Donald Trump experiences resentment Malia Obama's decision to go to Harvard The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson Gary V's priorities theSkimm Biggest Loser Show Notes We're not born with a work ethic [02:22] Interesting articles shared on being lazy [02:58] Why being lazy has always been a thrown in my side [04:03] When I was growing up I always through that we were poor [11:08] We chose to live in a certain manner with different priorities and ensure I was never given anything  [12:24] The story of my Father and the work ethic and discipline he has instilled in me  [13:12] You're not born as lazy or with a work ethic -- We're all products of our environment  [16:55] Gary Vaynerchuk and his discipline and work ethic as a result of his family culture [18:52] Immigrants are successful, based on their on goals, because they refuse to let their family fail [19:39] The local Co-op, Our Table, and the practices that they take to be successful as an Organic farm [20:27] The discipline instilled by individuals that go through the military [22:02] Donald Trump and the perception as a 1%'er he was given everything to him in life without having to work [24:02] Being successful isn't a problem, but don't flaunt it [25:15] Malia Obama and her decision to go to Harvard [26:22] Living in the shadows of a previously successful family member and making a name for themselves [27:19] The Slight Edge concept [28:30] The three things that you can do to help change your habits from being lazy to having a work ethic [30:53] Make priorities while you understand and accept that you can't do anything [31:06] Finding and determining your focus [33:08] You have to make priorities in life [33:44] You have to setup accountability channels to ensure you follow through [37:07] Why personal trainers and life coaches are successful [39:24] You have to stay the course and accept that you will be uncomfortable [41:35] The example of Biggest Loser and how the contestants showcase staying the course [44:11] You have to stay the course and accept that you will be uncomfortable [41:35] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Jeff Haden Laura Chetcuti Colin Shaw Howard Stern Gary Vaynerchuk Jean Dahlquist Donald Trump Malia Obama Jeff Olson Kevin Love

  Listening is an art form, yet all of us suck at it. Some people suck less than others, but we all suck at it because we simply don't care or give a damn. We're either too consumed with ourselves or don't want to put in the necessary effort to be a good active listener for each and every interaction we have over the course of a day. This episode examines why we're all so terrible at listening and what two things we can do to improve. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your listening skills? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Visit us on Facebook 7 Steps to Prove That You Are Listening by Fred Kofman 7 Reasons People Aren’t Listening to You by Deepak Chopra How to Be a Chief Listening Officer by John Ryan Previous episode about Self Awareness The Art of Listening by Erich Fromm Ladies Talk Too Much by Chris Rock Getting carpel tunnel, or text claw, from texting What is Forward Head Posture and how can you fix it? NY Times health guide on Dorsocervical fat pad CBS News article on Phantom Vibration Syndrome The Portland Cello Project Being in the moment by Zen Habits No Post Is Worth It by AT&T Look Up by Gary Turk Show Notes Listening has been a personal passion over the past several years [02:20] You can make a living by teaching people how to listen  [02:47] Truth serum -- We all suck at listening [03:25] Why do we suck at listening? [04:55] We're too consumed with ourselves [05:22] Listening takes effort -- It's hard! [06:52] Chris Rock and his comedy bit on Communication with Women [10:28] How my sister Lindsey helped me realize I sucked at listening [13:30] We're always on our damn phones [16:07] Being unplugged [16:51] The effects that our phones are having on us [18:05] How can we be a better listener? [22:40] Being authentic is the first thing we can do to be a better listener [23:29] The second thing we can do to be a better listener is being present in the moment [26:39] Jesse's rule for helping himself to be present in the moment [29:43] Outside examples that help showcase being in the moment [31:28] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Fred Kofman Deepak Chopra John Ryan Matt Harvey Chris Rock Lindsey Liebman Sweet Gary Turk

Self Awareness... Some people have more of it than others, but what are the real driving factors that inhibit or allow for having self awareness? This episode examines examples of driving and common courtesies to help determine your level of self awareness. By going through the self awareness discovery exercise it will allow you to have a better understanding of who you are, what you're about and how that can be attributed to helping yourself and others. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What is your Top 10 things to know about you? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode Subscribe to Pause. Think. Consider. on iTunes Various definitions of awareness LinkedIn Profile Summary -- Jesse's Top 10 things that someone should know about him Jesse's Out of Office Video as posted on Instagram Show Notes The definition of informal awareness [03:22] What is social awareness  [03:53] How group-structural awareness is defined [04:15] What workplace awareness is [04:32] Self awareness = consciousness [05:30] What driving awareness showcases from a self awareness standpoint [06:52] Jesse's driver's education story to help showcase level of awareness [08:15] Car accidents Jesse's had over the years [12:41] Losing awareness while driving attributes a large percentage to driving accidents and fatalities [16:58] Discussion around the lost art of common courtesies [18:32] Holding the door open for someone as a way to be courteous towards everyone [19:05] Saying please and thank you to anyone for anything [19:34] Is it really all about you or are things a level playing ground? [20:31] The unintentional asshole syndrome [21:21] Taking the time for self reflection to see where you are at [22:03] The link between marriage and a lack of shown appreciation resulting in a higher percentage of divorce [22:42] Every single one of us can be a pain in the ass [23:21] How can you really say that you're low maintenance? [23:40] Optimizing your LinkedIn profile to be found by job recruiters [25:15] The self awareness discovery exercise format [27:31] Jesse's Top 10 things you should know about him [28:32] Having the ability to 'read a book by its cover' through having your Top 10 Things to Know about You list [31:52] Jesse's Example for The Top 10 Things You Should Know About Him 7+ years as a jack-of-all trades Digital Marketer with experience in Email Marketing, Paid Search Advertising, Social Media Advertising, A/B Testing and Content Creation. My focus is on group accomplishments and the betterment of the collective team rather than individual accolades. I thrive in environments that have an established on-boarding framework -- I'm a fast learner and once I have the initial processes down, I'm incredibly self sufficient. I'm primarily soft-spoken unless I know my thoughts or opinions are genuinely appreciated. I enjoy having the ability to create long term plans and visions. I'm careful about giving my word -- When I give it, I keep it. Business ethics should reflect morale ethics. I value efficiency in myself and in my workplace. I pride myself in automating as much as possible to take on, and learn, as many new tasks as possible. Literally -- Runs the extra mile (https://vimeo.com/49815549)

It's finally here... What's been a blur of a two-week period time has culminated with the launch and now first episode of the podcast project Pause. Think. Consider. Roughly the first 30 minutes of this episode is about the inspirations for the project and how it got started and the final 30 minutes is about the concept of the Pendulum Effect. QUESTION(S) OF THE DAY: What was your favorite quote or lesson from this episode? Please let me know in the comments. Scroll below for links and show notes… Selected Links from the Episode The Weekly Portland Podcast by Gregory Day Lemonade Days Chip's Vlog Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss The Tim Ferriss Show Gary Vanynerchuk ICON 2016 Keynote by Gary Vanynerchuk BeachBody Coach Summit Keynote 2016 by Gary Vanyerchuk Peanut Butter Builder Girl by Jean Dahlquist The Pendulum Effect definition by Dictonary.com Instacart Blue Apron Schwans How Much Uber Drivers Make by CNBC Salt & Straw Claim Jumper Winco Our Table Show Notes How Greg Day had an impact with the creation of Pause. Think. Consider. [06:44] The Extra Pack of Peanuts and Travis Sherry, the first podcast I've discovered [08:54] The discovery of Travel Hacking and its impact [9:45] How Chip Conrad acts as an inspiration [13:10] Lemonade Day and what it does for the community [13:20] The weekday inspiration from Chip's Vlog [14:45] Tim Ferriss and his journey as an entrepreneur with Four Hour Work Week [19:35] The podcast that Tim Ferriss started and its success [20:11] Gary Vaynerchuk's impact on the mindset for starting Pause. Think. Consider. [22:55] The line -- "Stop doing stupid shit" [23:45] Holding yourself accountable and putting yourself out there [26:24] Jean Dahlquist's impact and the Peanut Butter Builder Girl blog [28:25] Harnessing the art of talking and ranting [31:24] Taking the time on a daily basis to think about what's going on [32:34] Optimizing and being better [33:42] The pendulum effect definition [36:42] How Instacart is becoming the Uber of shopping [38:06] Uber and driver's success based on customer service [42:24] Salt & Straw and the customer service experience they provide to make them great ice cream [43:46] Amazon Prime and the affect they are having on automation to make things more convenient  [47:14] Food prevalence and how Costco is impact speed and quantity [49:42] Claim Jumper providing large portions at a quick rate [51:31] The impact Winco had on my family for food shopping [54:21] The Our Table Organic Farm impact [56:26] Calculators and how they have impacted students [59:36] Take the time to Pause. Think. Consider. the impact of the pendulum effect [1:02:00] People Mentioned Fran Liebman Greg Day Travis Sherry Chip Conrad Tim Ferriss Gary Vanynerchuk Jean Dahlquist