The Live It Forward Show with Kent Julian | Success | High Performance | Personal Development | E+R=O | Professional Speaker

Excerpt from My Letter to Dan Miller: Honestly, Dan, my journey to launching a business would not have been possible without you! Kathy even says that the influence Joanne and you had on our family is unbelievable. I was in a tough spot knowing that I didn't want to keep doing the work I was doing, yet I was also clueless about how to move into something I didn't understand or even know what it would look like. Those were exciting, tough, scary days for me professionally. Even more, they were also exciting, tough, scary days for our marriage as we tried to figure things out together all while having three young kiddos at home. All that to say, for the past 15 years I once again had a hero and mentor in my life. And please know, when I say “hero,” I don't mean a hero as in a Caped Crusader who can do no wrong. The truth is that all three of my heroes have been very ordinary men who did extraordinary things because they possessed qualities like stick-to-it-tiveness, grit, determination, joy, and love for life. Just average, everyday guys who I look up to because if an ordinary guy like you can do extraordinary things, then perhaps an ordinary guy like me can do the same. So from the depth of my heart and soul, please know I am FOREVER GRATEFUL for your mentorship and friendship. Your influence in my life and work is beyond measurable. No one has impacted me more than you. Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward  

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We all face significant challenges in life. How can you build the courage and resiliency you need to effectively face your challenges? In this special episode, I share from my heart how to best deal with the most challenges of life. SPECIAL WEBPAGE AND VIDEO mentioned in this episode to help you build resiliency and courage. Purpose of this Episode You CAN deal with the most challenging events in your life by living E+R=O. Ideas Shared in this Episode SPECIAL WEBPAGE AND VIDEO mentioned in this episode to help you build resiliency and courage. 1) I share how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting my personal speaking business as well as the speaking industry as a whole Speaking engagements being postponed Speaking engagements being canceled The impact goes far beyond my speaking business 2) How to build your resiliency and courage Deemphasize what you cannot control (see #3 below) Focus on what you can control (see #4 below) 3) Deemphasize what you CANNOT control — the UN's UNcontrollable Circumstances UNexplainable Problems UNchangeable Situations SPECIAL WEBPAGE AND VIDEO mentioned in this episode 4) Focus on what you CAN control — E+R=O E=O mindset leads to being a victim and guarantees failure E+R=O mindset leads to being response-ABLE Call to Action Watch the Video and Read the Content on this special webpage. Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Finally, don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Android to get automatic updates. Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward  

It's finally here! The Paid to Speak Podcast has officially launched. Purpose of this Episode To announce Kent's new show: The Paid to Speak Podcast. Ideas Shared in this Episode The Paid to Speak Podcast will cover 3 overarching topics: The Art of Speaking Building Your Brand Business of Speaking Format of the show: Training from Kent Answering your question (submit your speaker question here) Interviews with speakers and experts Success stories Call to Action Subscribe to the Paid to Speak Podcast. Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Finally, don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Android to get automatic updates. Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward  

Have you ever felt like an oddball or like you're on the outside looking in? This feeling can lead to an opportunity for you to learn, grow, and become a better version of yourself. Purpose of this Episode To help you become a better person by learning to speak other people's love language. Tips Shared in this Episode 5 Love Languages: Words of Affirmation — always build up, never tear down Acts of Service — actions speak louder than words Gifts — thought that counts Quality Time — undivided attention Physical Touch Kent and Kathy's anniversary gifts to one another — showing love in each other's love language. How feeling like an “outsider looking in” gives you the opportunity to stretch yourself and become a better person. Call to Action Stretch yourself this week by seeking ways to speak someone else's love language. Links Mentioned in this Episode The 5 Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman   Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Finally, don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Android to get automatic updates. Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward  

If you want to move from DREAM to DO, chances are you will need to make a desperate commitment. By “desperate," I mean both: A bold, daring, determined commitment A “this has to work or else” kind of commitment In this episode, we examine 5 powerful realities that happen in your life when you make a bold, determined, desperate commitment to move from DREAM to DO. Purpose of this Episode To empower you to move from DREAM to DO by understanding the power of making a desperate commitment. Tips Shared in this Episode Definition of a Desperate Commitment A bold, daring, and determined commitment A “this has to work or else” kind of commitment The power of a Desperate Timeline The power of Desperate Actions The power of Desperate Focus The power of Desperate Positivity The power of Desperate Commitment   Call to Action Where in your life do you want to move from DREAM to DO? How could you use the power of a desperate commitment to make that happen? Links Mentioned in this Episode The PAID TO SPEAK Conference (September 26-28) and Killer Keynote Conferences (September 24-25) is being at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center. For more information and to register, visit: https://paidtospeakconference.com Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Finally, don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Android to get automatic updates. Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward

E+R=O … don't just learn it. Here's how to live it! Event + RESPONSE = Outcome. Success in life and work is not determined by the Events you experience. Success is determined by how you Respond. Purpose of this Episode To empower you to experience success in your life and work no matter what circumstances you face by living E+R=O (Events + RESPONSE = Outcome). Tips Shared in this Episode Most people live E=O (Events = Outcome). Yet E=O guarantees you will get out in the game of life because it causes you to live as a victim. E+R=O (Events + RESPONSE = Outcome) guarantees you can experience success in your life and work because it empowers you to be Response-ABLE. Your RESPONSE, instead of the events you face, becomes the primary factor in the outcomes you experience. Wearing an E+R=O wristband is a great way to remind yourself to live E+R=O when you face challenging or negative events. Go to the Live It Forward store and use the promo code PODCAST to get a discount on E+R=O wristbands. The 4 Fence Posts of 100% Responsibility are: Attitude Articulation Associations Actions When you live E+R=O and take 100% responsibility with these 4 responses (aka “fence posts”), your life expands and more opportunities come your way. When you live E=O and do NOT take 100% responsibility with these 4 responses (aka “fence posts”), your life contracts and fewer opportunities come your way. Go to https://liveitforward.com/forward to download the E+R=O and 4 Fence Posts of 100% Responsibility slides from one of Kent Julian's keynote presentation. Call to Action Purchase a set of E+R=O Wristbands (use link below) Download the 4 Fence Posts of 100% Responsibility slides (use link below) Practicing living E+R=O this week Links Mentioned in this Episode E+R=O Wristbands. Use the promo code PODCAST to get a discount on E+R=O wristbands. Download 4 Fence Posts of 100% Responsibility slides. The PAID TO SPEAK Conference (September 26-28) and Killer Keynote Conferences (September 24-25) is being at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center. For more information and to register, visit: https://paidtospeakconference.com The Success Principles by Jack Canfield Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward

I dropped the ball. Seriously, I really messed up. But through my mistake, I learned just how much a special birthday letter I give to each of my children means to them (and to me). Purpose of this Episode You can positively influence the most important people in your life with this special gift idea. And as a side benefit, this birthday letter will impact you as much as it impacts the receiver. Tips Shared in this Episode When giving this special birthday letter, here are a few guidelines to follow: Be consistent. To make the greatest impact, write a birthday letter every year. Make your birthday letters thematic. It's easier to organize your thoughts when you use a theme. The first year you write a birthday letter, include a “Treasure Box” as a gift. This will be a place for the gift receiver to keep all the birthday letters you write to him or her. If you mistakenly forget to write a birthday letter one year, be quick to apologize. Call to Action Set a goal to start writing a birthday letter and give it as a gift this year to someone who is important to you. Links Mentioned in this Episode The PAID TO SPEAK Conference (September 26-28) and Killer Keynote Conferences (September 24-25) is being at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center. For more information and to register, visit: https://paidtospeakconference.com   Thank You for Listening Did you enjoy this episode? If so, I'd be honored if you would leave a rating and review on iTunes. Also, share it by using the social media buttons at the top or bottom of this post or by clicking one of the tweets above. Sharing is caring! Until next time, continue to move from #DREAMtoDO in your life and business. #LiveItForward

Surprise! The Live It Forward Show is back with a new season of episodes. Listen in and we'll explain why we're back and what we've been up to. Plus, Kent shares two powerful success strategies that you can implement in your life in just five minutes a day.   Purpose of this Episode To empower you to move from DREAM to DO by sharing two success strategies that are game-changers and can implement in just five minutes a day. Insights Shared in this Episode Update about what's been happening since Episode 214. PAID TO SPEAK and Killer Keynote Conferences are being hosted in September 2019 at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center. Click the link to find out more about each conference. The power of The 5-Minute Journal. The positive impact of writing your annual goals in the back of The 5-Minute Journal. Call to Action Purchase The 5-Minute Journal and start using it immediately. Write your annual goals in the back of The 5-Minute Journal and review your goals every day. Links Mentioned in this Episode Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, or Android to get automatic updates The PAID TO SPEAK and Killer Keynote Conferences at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center — https://paidtospeakconference.com The 5 Minute Journal Wealth Can't Wait by David Osborn To get access to all free resources given away in the previous 124 episodes, text the word FORWARD to 44222  

In this, the final episode of the Live It Forward Show, we take a look at what it means to move from DREAM to DO and describe what it takes to Live It Forward into your best life and calling.       Purpose of this Episode     To share one final dose of inspiration, a few real life success strategies, and maybe even that kick in the rear end that we all need to Live It Forward into our best life and calling.   Tips Shared in this Episode   - To Live It Forward means that you have a clear picture of what you want your life to look like and each day you take steps to bring that picture into reality.     - To Live It Forward means that you cannot get stuck in the past — past glories or past defeats cannot hold you back.   - To Live It Forward means that you cannot just live FOR the moment.   - To Live It Forward means that you live IN the moment with a clear vision of your future.       Call to Action     - Continue to listen to the Live It Forward Show. Go back and start listening to each episode starting with Episode 001. Listen to one episode per week and, over the next 2.5 years, you will re-listen to every episode and know even better how to move from DREAM to DO.   - If you'd like information on Kent's new PAID TO SPEAK podcast (when it become available), email Kent at askkent@liveitforward.com and write “paid to speak podcast” in the subject line.  

We are wrapping up our Summer Shorts series with a surprise announcement. Listen in to hear how the Live It Forward Show is practicing what it preaches in moving from DREAM to DO.   Purpose of this Episode To share an announcement about the future of the Live It Forward Show.   Tips Shared in this Episode - When making any decision, big or small, give yourself a 2-week timeframe to gather information, get advice from trusted advisors, and make the decision. - When making any decision, big or small, take a sheet of paper and draw a line down the middle. On the left side, write down the potential positive outcomes (aka “Pros”) of the decision. On the right side, write down the potential negative outcomes (aka “Cons”) of the decision. This action usually brings significant clarity to what decision you should make.  - Every year identify 15 percent of the things you are currently doing in your business, career, and life that you should stop doing in order to free up time and space for new opportunities.   Call to Action Answer these two questions: 1) What is one thing you should stop doing in order to move from DREAM to DO in your life and business?  2) When and how will you stop doing it?

We are still in our Summer Shorts series where we are taking quick looks at some of the most common questions people ask about moving from DREAM to DO in their life, business, and calling. So far we've covered: Episode 115 — How to Find Your Passion  Episode 116 — The Best Idea on the Power of Focus  Episode 117 — How to Shorten Your Runway to Success  Episode 118 — How to Get and Stay Motivated  Episode 119 — How to Find a Mentor Episode 120 — The Fastest Way to Trash Your Confidence  Episode 121 — The Fastest Way to Trash Your Optimism  In this episode, we focus on how to be energetic and enthusiastic. But as with previous episodes, instead of listing out steps you can take to be more energetic, we're going after the #1 villain that's out to destroy your enthusiasm. This scoundrel disguises himself as a true friend who is there to help you enjoy life to the fullest. However, the truth is, he is a liar who is full of it.  Purpose of this Episode You can have more energy to do the things you want to do in life by standing up to and pivoting away from laziness and procrastination. Big Idea “PAY…then PLAY” increases energy and enthusiasm, while “PLAY…then PAY” zaps energy and enthusiasm. 3 Quick Hacks to Protect Yourself Against Laziness and Procrastination - Recognize the lie. - Stand up to the lie. - Pivot from the lie.   Call to Action This week when you realize you are being tempted by the villain laziness, stand up and pivot away from the lie.    Links Mentioned in this Episode - Subscribe on iTunes    - The Paid to Speak Conference at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center (August 23-25, 2018) — https://paidtospeakconference.com    - 9 Ways to Get Paid to Speak (FREE PDF Resource) — https://liveitforward.com/9ways

We are in the middle of our Summer Shorts series where we are taking quick looks at some of the most common questions people ask about moving from DREAM to DO in their life, business, and calling. So far we've covered: Episode 115 — How to Find Your Passion  Episode 116 — The Best Idea on the Power of Focus Episode 117 — How to Shorten Your Runway to Success Episode 118 — How to Get and Stay Motivated Episode 119 — How to Find a Mentor  Episode 120 — The Fastest Way to Trash Your Confidence  In this episode, we focus on how to be optimistic. But instead of listing out positive thinking tips, we're going after the #1 villain that's out to destroy your optimism. This scoundrel doesn't try to disguise himself at all. We know exactly who he is and what he wants to offer us. But for some reason, even though we know what he has to offer is harmful, we still become addicted to it.    Purpose of this Episode You can be more optimistic by guarding your ears, eyes, heart, and mind from negativity.   3 Positive Thinking Tips - Lock the door on negativity. - Talk back to negativity. - Open more doors to positivity.   Call to Action This week, (1) lock the door on one source of negativity, (2) talk back to another source of negativity, and (3) open the door to a new source of positivity.   Links Mentioned in this Episode - Subscribe on iTunes  - The Paid to Speak Conference at the John C. Maxwell Leadership Center (August 23-25, 2018) — https://paidtospeakconference.com  - 9 Ways to Get Paid to Speak (FREE PDF Resource) — https://liveitforward.com/9ways