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Part two of our series, "Kingdoms in Conflict: A Study of the Book of Daniel" Discussion/Reflection: And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with some ofthe vessels of the house of God. And he brought them tothe land of Shinar, to the house of his god,and placed the vessels in the treasury of his god. -Daniel 1:2 The strange working of Gods providence Providence: The almighty and everywhere present power of God, whereby, as it were, by his hand, he still upholds heaven and earth, with all creatures, and so governs them that herbs and grass, rain and drought, fruitful and barren years, meat and drink, health and sickness, riches and poverty, yea, all things come not by chance, but by his fatherly hand. -Heidelberg Catechism 1. What does it say about God and his providence that it was His purpose to hand His people over to exile? 2. How does this grate against what we often want Gods providence to mean? As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today. -Genesis 50:20 3. What is going on in your life or the world around you that makes it seem as though God is not in control, that He doesnt care, or that He has been defeated? God allows Himself to appear defeated at times. He often does things that we dont expect he humbled himself bybecoming obedient to the point of death,even death on a cross. -Philippians 2:8 4. What are we called to do when life is hard and we cant see or understand what God is doing? Consider the gravity and implications of this passage in Romans 8: Nowhope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, wewait for it with patience And we know that for those who love God all things work togetherfor good, forthose who are called according to his purposeWhat then shall we say to these things?If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son butgave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?...Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? As it is written, For your sakewe are being killed all the day long;we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered. No, in all these things we are more thanconquerors throughhim who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. -Romans 8:24,25, 28, 31, 35-39. The dual identity of Gods people Andthe chief of the eunuchsgave them names:Daniel he called Belteshazzar, Hananiah he called Shadrach, Mishael he called Meshach, and Azariah he called Abednego. But Danielresolved that he would notdefile himself withthe king's food, or withthe wine that he drank. Therefore he asked the chief of the eunuchs to allow him not todefile himself. -Daniel 1:7-8 1. Daniel and his friends were renamed to reflect the pagan gods that Babylon worshiped in an attempt to redefine their identities. How does this happen in our culture today? 2. The boys were re-educated within the Babylonian cultural and intellectual framework in an attempt to reshape how they thought and saw the world. How does this attempted education and re-education happen in our culture today? 3. Daniel drew a line in the sand in his indoctrination. He found a balance in his conscience between peaceful cooperation and a firm stance on who he was as a child of God in the world. What ought it look like for us to be authentic disciples of Jesus in the circles God has placed us in and amidst pressures to conform to the culture? Where should we draw lines? How do we do so in a way that honours and represents Christ? 4. Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah were initially chosen by Nebuchadnezzar because of their skill, wisdom, knowledge, and overall competence. They also stood out among the others for these reasons after being tested. This helped lead them to the positions of influence and witness they would have for the Lord within the kingdom of man. What does this teach us about how we ought to work, contribute, seek to grow in godly wisdom, and competence and skill in our craft where God has placed us? 5. What might it look like for us in our own circumstances to show the world a different and better way to live in such a way that, like D.A Carsons friend, we can say, watch me? Then the king commanded Ashpenaz,his chief eunuch, to bring some of the people of Israel, both of the royal family and ofthe nobility, youths withoutblemish, of good appearance andskillful in all wisdom, endowed with knowledge, understanding learning, and competent to stand in the king's palace, and toteach them the literature and language of theChaldeans. -Daniel 1:3-4 Consider Jesus words to the 12 - Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so bewise as serpents andinnocent as doves. -Matthew 10:16 The sustaining nature of Gods grace 1. What does it mean that God sustains us and grants us favour and success by His grace as we live in the kingdom of man? 2. When you are able to stand firm in your faith in difficult circumstances, when you achieve a measure of success, receive blessing or favour, what is the immediate response in your heart? Is it thankfulness, praise, humility, knowing that it is entirely by Gods grace? Or is your knee-jerk reaction to conclude that youve earned it, deserve it, and can keep winning by your own ingenuity? We hold that man is never so near grace as when he begins to feel he can do nothing at allBetween here and heaven, every minute that the Christian lives will be a minute of grace. -Charles Spurgeon The surprising veracity of Gods servants And Danielwas there until the first year ofKing Cyrus. -Daniel 1:21 1. God already indicates to us how this story ends By Gods grace Daniel outlasted every kingdom of man through Israels entire exile. What about the world and the powers of our culture would tempt us to forget that God is on the throne, that He has already won the victory, that His kingdom will not fail? TheLordhasestablished his throne in the heavens, and hiskingdom rules over all. -Psalm 103:19 He put another parable before them, saying,The kingdom of heaven is likea grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is larger than all the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches. -Matthew 13:31-32 2. Do you struggle to tangibly trust God and live with confident hope when the world and your circumstances look bleak and you cant see what God is doing? How are the promises of Gods providence and His perfect goodness meant to inform our hearts, minds, and ultimately our worship? Why must we dwell on the providence and soveriegnty of our God? - That we may be patient in adversity, thankful in prosperity, and for what is future have good confidence in our faithful God and Father that no creature shall separate us from his love, since all creatures are so in his hand that without his will they can not so much as move. -Heidelberg Catechism For prayer and reflection: If someone was to follow and watch your life closely, what would they see? Is it a life clearly changed by the radical grace of God? Is there conviction to draw lines, stand on what is right and walk in the ways of the Lord when it is hard and unpopular? Is there costly, sacrificial love and service to others? A zeal to steward and develop what God has given you to bless others, see those around you flourish, and bring glory to His name? Would they see an uncommon and beautiful hope in the providence of the God who holds the heavens and the earth through every trial and storm? Spend some time in reflection and repentance where God has brought conviction in your heart. Let it sink in and give you courage that God is faithful, that all things are in His powerful and fatherly hands, that He is moving and working where you cant see it, and that absolutely nothing can separate you from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord!

Happy New Year guys! This time a year is perfect to reflect on the past year and project ourselves into the future to envision and create what you want to experience. Did you feel like 2020 was a year of ruined plans? If so now’s the time to take control back, dream again, and start to rebuild.Are you the type not to follow through on resolutions? Or maybe not even set them? This episode is for you. Instead of setting vague and empty resolutions, learn how to set the right goals for yourself, and how to accomplish them easily.Once more, for today’s episode, I do not have a guest, I’m taking the spotlight. I got so much good feedback from my episode #73 Yoga, chronic pain and mental health, that I decided to do some more solo episodes once in a while. Today’s episode is a skeleton or a teaser for the work we’ll do for my 5-day New Year Group-Challenge starting on January 8. I took this huge thing I teach over 5 days and boiled it down to some of the most important concepts and tools I wanted to share.So after listening to this episode, if you really want to dive into this work, but you feel overwhelmed or you don’t want to do this alone but you can’t afford one-on-one coaching, join us in my New Year Group Coaching Challenge and you'll do all this with my support and in the community at a fraction of the price. Together, we’ll get clear on your intention and your priorities. We’ll look at the area of your life that need the most attention, and set goals to move the needle forward towards what you’ve been longing to experience. We’ll plan step by step how to get there and give you the support you need to stay on track and make it happen… If you want to know more visit my website @erikabelanger.com or send me an email erika.belanger@gmail.comMY 5 BIGGEST TAKEAWAY FROM THIS EPISODE1- I work in 3 steps when setting goals: First, consider the context (past and now and lessons learned), second, create a ritual of letting go of what doesn't serve you or stands in your way, and third start the process of moving forward by cultivating confidence, opening myself, setting a goal and creating momentum.2- Get clear on your values, passions, and purpose. They are really the keys to knowing what you want. Use intuition as a way to get clear information that is not influenced by your conditioning.3- The right goal is fulfilling and in alignment with who you are and what you want. It's big enough to create change but realistic enough to be doable. It's breakable into smaller pieces that are tangible and measurable.4- One way to stay on track is to attach meaning to your goals. Knowing why do you want to accomplish something is one of the keys to staying motivated when you are faced with challenges. The other one is to give yourself internal rewards for every milestone accomplished.5- Take care of your nervous system. It is at the origin of your thoughts and actions. Regulating the nervous system is important for long term change and repetition of positive thoughts and behaviors.TOPICS I COVERED DURING THIS EPISODESteps to set goalsHow to identify our current context?The role of appreciation and celebrationIdentifying what has helped you in the pastIdentifying what has stopped you in the pastExample of practices of letting go/forgivenessThe importance of releasing before moving forwardHow to cultivate courage and confidenceThe importance of opening yourself to new possibilitiesBeing honest with what you valueConnecting to your intuitionidentifying your passion and purposeWhat kind of goals we should set?How to create momentumHow to stop self-sabotageSUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW! DONATE OR BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER TODAYIf you like this podcast, you can continue to get inspired and learn even more with a Premium Subscription. As a member, get early access to regular episodes, a tone of exclusive audio and video content for this episode you get a workbook to follow along, and the ability to request the exact kind of episode you need to continue to deepen your practice. This subscription is on Patreon so you can also contribute to the community. Patreon is a crowdfunding platform that enables fans like you to support creators like me in sharing everything yoga offers with the world. Sounds good? Visit www.patreon.com/onandoffyourmat and become a PREMIUM member. At the same time, you support me in the creation and production of this podcast, so I really appreciate your support! Thank you.ABOUT MEErika is a yoga teacher, the host, and producer of On & Off Your Mat Podcast, and a transformational life coach. 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In this episode, you'll learn:how Jeff defines play, which makes play super fun and easy at any agehow to start playing, even if you don't know how anymore (you actually DO know how and probably play way more often than you think)Two questions to ask your friends to help you add a little more play to your own lifeHow discovering your favorite ways to play can also help you clarify your values and purposeWhat to do when that inner critic pops up and tries to stop you from playingHow and why you can prime your day for creativity and joy Looking for more episodes on Play?Episode 48 - Igniting Your Creative Spark Through PlayEpisode 34 - Love on your Inner Critic and Create Connect with Jeff HarryJeff Harry shows individuals and companies how to tap into their true selves, to feel their happiest and most fulfilled — all by playing. Jeff has worked with Google, Microsoft, Southwest Airlines, Adobe, the NFL, Amazon and Facebook, helping their staff to infuse more play into the day-to-day. Jeff is an international speaker who has presented at conferences such as INBOUND, SXSW, and Australia’s Pausefest, showing audiences how major issues in the workplace can be solved using play. Jeff was selected by Engagedly as one of the Top 100 HR Influencers of 2020 for his organizational development work around addressing toxicity in the workplace.​His playwork has been featured in the New York Times, AJ+, SoulPancake, the SF Chronicle, and CNN. While we spend most of our time pretending to be important, serious grownups, it's when we let go of that facade and just play, that the real magic happens. Fully embracing your own nerdy genius — whatever that is — gives you the power to make a difference and change lives. Jeff believes that we already have many of the answers we seek, and by simply unleashing our inner child, we can find our purpose and, in turn, help to create a better world.If you’d like to connect with Jeff, you can find him at:Jeff on YoutubeJeff on Instagram Like the Podcast?Are you a subscriber? If not, I invite you to subscribe, so you’ll get notified every time a new episode goes up.Click here to subscribe on iTunes.Click here to subscribe on Stitcher.And, if you’re enjoying what you’re hearing, I’d be super grateful if you left me a review. Those help other creative souls find this show, and they’re fun to read. To leave a review, open up the podcast in your podcast player. Scroll down to the bottomStay Connected with AmyGrab the Creativity Boosters to Amp up your own creative ideas so you can create your best work. This will subscribe you to the newsletter.If you don’t want the boosters but want weekly updates, you can subscribe to the newsletter to get ideas, tips, and inspiration to get started creating and acting on those creative callings.Connect on Facebook.Connect on Instagram.

In this final episode of 2020, Lisa offers helpful tools of self-care...and it’s not what you think!In this episode, Lisa addresses the importance of boosting brain chemicals along with the vital importance of practicing intention. Remember this life is a journey, not a sprint! Let's lean in together... Be sure to listen all the way until the end for a very special offer!  Resources mentioned in this episode:Infographic of Daily D.O.S.E. of HappinessPropel WomenBONUS: One hour 1 ON 1 coaching session with LisaAs mentioned at the end of the episode, Lisa will be holding group coaching calls starting the first week of January, 2021 where she'll be Looking at Life, Love and Leadership through the lens of the Enneagram!Learn your Enneagram type and how to use the Enneagram as a tool in relationships and leadership.Weekly group coaching sessions via zoom (Four 90 minutes calls)Weekly email resourcesConnect with like-minded women!Immediately receive your 10 page Mindset Shift Guide when you sign up! So click here to secure your spot! Questions for Reflection on PurposeWhat is it that I’ve been good at since an early age?What do others look at me doing that would be hard for them, but seems effortless to me?What is it that I consistently find myself sharing about or helping others with?Why do I thing God created me?What am I most passionate about?What problems in the world do I have a passion to solve?What subjects could I talk about for hours and days without a loss of momentum?What biblical truths and subjects most bear witness to me and speak life to me? Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!   

God’s VoiceNot a voice of defeatNot a voice of condemnationGod’s VoiceA voice of TRUTHA voice of HOPEA voice of PURPOSEWhat voices are YOU listening to?To find out more about BridgePoint Church, located in Gloucester, Virginia, lead by Pastor Robert McTurnal, visit us online at:https://bridgepoint.church

030: How to LIVE LONG and PROSPER with 9 KEY Steps learned from the Blue Zones and the World's most famous Centenarians.In this Episode Dr. Thomas Hemingway will review the famed longevity research of Dan Buettner and the 5 key BLUE ZONES in which he found the eldest, healthiest people whom routinely live into their 90s and even 100 and beyond. What were their "secrets" to a long and prosperous life?He whittled down the data into NINE shared themes which these group of people had in common which propelled them through a long prosperous life. These 9 areas are: (in no particular order)1. Putting Family First2. Natural Movement (regular physical activity)3. Eating Real WHOLE Natural Foods, plant based and well sourced animal foods (almost NO PROCESSED foods)4. "Right Tribe" or Positive Social Circles (Choose Wisely the 5 friends you spend most time with...)5. Overarching Sense of Purpose (What gets you up in the morning)6. Belonging (involvement with Faith/Devotion based group with regular interactions)7. 80% rule (Don't eat to satiety and practice mindful eating or a version of intermittent fasting)8. Glass of Winem (with their daily social hour)9. Stress Management or down shifting their lives to more healthily dealing with stressors with activities such as meditation, mindfulness etc.Have a Listen! Your Life and Future may depend on it!For more on this subject matter, check out Dan Buettner's book "The Blue Zones."Learn more about Thomas Hemingway, MD and upcoming episodes, tips, tricks and more here: www.modernmedicinemovement.comAsk to join his FREE Private Facebook health Group with weekly LIVE educational sessions entitled:Modern Medicine Movement Health and Wellness Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/2543880582493990/?ref=shareAlthough Dr. Thomas Hemingway is a physician, he is NOT your physician and is NOT to replace your primary care physician/health care provider. This podcast is NOT to be construed as medical advice by Dr. Thomas Hemingway or the guests comments as they are opinion only and NOT medical advice. Please consult your physician/health care provider should you have any medical questions or before trying any new practice.

Having an aligned purpose in life is something everyone wants, but not everyone understands. In fact finding your purpose in life can feel like a bit of a puzzle, especially if you’re feeling stuck in life.You might be wondering where to even begin to find your purpose.I think your authenticity is where your purpose really lies. But I know, if you’re looking for your life purpose, authenticity can feel just as far out there to really tap into.In this week’s episode of UNTAPPED, I’m sitting down with celebrity manifestation and business coach Shanna Lee, to talk about how to find your purpose in life.I think the number one mistake people make when looking for their life’s purpose, is that they mistake purpose for a life that looks good on the outside. Because of that, people spend so much time searching for purpose outside of themselves and they miss what’s been under their nose this entire time.Our guest today understands that crossroad. Shanna went from being a very successful real estate agent to a soul aligned business owner. The path didn’t make logical sense, nor did it make sense to the people in her life, but Shanna knew this was the right path for her. Before she made this move, she felt like she was out of alignment and only focusing on the external world instead of her inner peace and happiness. She was ready to reignite her passions and truly live her purpose.Now she is an expert in leading purpose-driven individuals and supporting the development of their core mission from the ground up.Shanna believes we are naturally here to be fulfilled and joyful, and I couldn’t agree more.If you’re ready to tap into your purpose and manifest a life even better than your dreams, tune into Episode 89 here!In this episode we uncover: How and where to find your life purposeThe number one reason people don’t make changeHow your authenticity is your superpower Why clarity is so important to finding your purposeWhat labels you need to drop in order to find successResources:Connect further with Shanna Lee on her website The Soul Frequency hereJoin Shanna’s free Facebook group The Soul Frequency VIP A great resource to start tapping into your purpose and full potential: 10 Questions To Unlock Your Potential Ready to get paid simply by being YOU?! Grab my free guide: Get Paid To Be You here See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's been one year since April joined the podcast! Today's episode we talk about areas of growth that we have experienced, and how to be more intentional about living the life you want to live. Takeaways today are in the form of questions: MIND: How am I treating myself, and how does that reflect in how I treat others? “If you are a taskmaster with yourself, others will feel your whip. If you are critical of yourself, others will feel your high expectations of themselves as well. If you are light hearted and forgiving with yourself, others will feel the ease and joy of being with you. If you find laughter and delight in yourself, others will be healed in your presence.” Deborah Adele, Yamas and Niyamas p. 29-30 “We are mugs filled to the brim, and we keep getting bumped. If we are filled with coffee, coffee will spill out. If we are filled with tea, tea will spill out. Getting bumped is inevitable. If we want to change what spills out of us, we have to work to change what’s inside us.” - Glennon Doyle, Untamed BODY: What am I building in my life that is taking longer than I want it to? "Allow yourself to be both a masterpiece and work in progress." PURPOSE: What are you needing permission to pursue that would add to your life? I used to have a fear-based to-do list, and I didn't dare do anything outside of my designated duties and responsibilities for fear of judgement (which was really coming from myself). Learning to add space for creativity and things that nurture my soul was a life-changing shift that serves me and everyone around me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle48/message

It's so important for leaders to be able to enroll others in their vision and mission and today's guest is an expert at teaching others to do just that...EPISODE GUEST:Eiji Morishita is the founder of the Movement Makers movement. His whole mission is to empower 1000 leaders over the next 10 years to start a movement that will impact millions of lives.He has been personally involved in the growth and popularity of the sushi movement. His family owned one of the original sushi restaurants in the United States, and it was his marketing genius that bought Sushi to the mainstream. He has also been one of the critical turning points of ideation for the Hug it Forward movement, which is a movement that allowed people to build 100 bottle schools in Guatemala and if you don't know what a bottle school is, we are going to find out today.So he's advised dozens of business leaders to start their own movements and his clients and the movement makers community have been featured on the New York Times bestseller list, the today's show, Ted and many, many more. EPISODE SPONSOR:The Innate Wisdom Business Council a professional mastermind that empowers purpose-driven, socially conscious leaders to amplify their instincts, transcend limitations and leverage their position to increase profits while creating positive change in the world. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:The best way to enrole your employees ans supporters in your vision and missionThe best way to hire quality resources for your business and projectsHow your childhood wounds can be a huge clue to claiming your power and your purposeWhat a Bottle School is and how one simple concept evolved into a way to change thousands of lives and hundreds of communities for the betterHow to understand and navigate the 5 phases of leadershipAnd so much moreIf you want to learn how to evolve as a powerful leader and make a positive, broad reaching impact, this episode is for you.

Episode 86: So what’s your Relationship with your LEGACY?· What will you be REmembered for? · What is your Legacy going to be? · What is your Purpose? · What is your Legend going to be? · What are Tangible acts of Legacy you can leave behind? · What are Intangible acts of Legacy you can leave behind? With the recent loss of Chadwick Boseman, Coach John Thompson, Lute Olson, and Cliff Robison (Rest In Power)....FoReal Khalil and Prof. DEAN deep dive into a conversation about the Legacy of our existence in the MAIN COURSE of CONVERSATION: They look at both Intangible and Tangible Legacies, and share their vision and dialogue on reflections and acts we can all think about when it comes to coming to grips with life, death, and legacy. In Shit is REdunkulous they discuss the shootings of Jeff Blake, the riots and shootings that follow as well. In Action REaction Sports they deep dive into the Protest by the NBA and where social justice, protest and civil rights go when it comes to sports and entertainment. In REwind they bring out EMCEE Jah's new freestyle. https://www.instagram.com/onedayrcrds/Our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to Dr. Mosby, Venus Jones, DeMia OG, and Chris Valentine's Family. This Episode we also Dedicate to Professor DEAN's father, NHIA YER YANG, we thank you for your lessons and blessings. We love you and we miss you. Rest in Power, Peacefully in Paradise to all those that we may have lost in the physical form but we know shine and watch over us. Spread Love, One Love. Music and Intro Credits: Chadwick Boseman - Howard University Graduation Speech 2018The Weeknd and Kendrick Lamar - Pray for Me Kendrick Lamar and SZA - All Stars

The Power of Purpose What is your Purpose? I share my take on purpose and how you can find yours.  My website:   Youtube Show Channel: Link to my book The 7 Principles of Success:   For info on earning Ethereum: #success #successtips #mindshiftwithjosh #joshuakangley

This week's takeaways come in the form of questions. (And I have to say, these questions have more depth after listening, so be sure to do that too.) MIND: Am I looking for connection? Notice where your attention is—“Where you spend your attention, you spend your life.” -James Clear BODY: How am I using my body to experience joy? As a parent, what do I wish for my child to use their body for? PURPOSE: What am I doing that is genuinely ME? Theologian and social justice leader Howard Thurman on passion: “Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” You will nurture your connection with Divinity when you are doing something that is genuinely you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michelle48/message

Caro talks about the desert father saying: “Go into your cell and your cell will teach you everything.” And how we can mine the lockdown season of COVID-19 for all its treasure. Here is the list of questions Caro throws out: Spirituality • Where, when and how did you most often experience the presence of God? • What parts of your character did you feel God developing during this time? • Describe your relationship with God during this season in 3 words. • If you missed gathering together as church, what did you miss the most? How does this help you understand what’s important for your spiritual life? Body • What gave you energy? • What drained your energy? • Did you exercise more or less than in normal life? How has this felt? • Have your eating patterns changed? • What changes to your lifestyle have you made and do you want to keep them? Creativity and Purpose • What creativity emerged in you? • What frustrated you the most and what did you do about that? • Have any dormant dreams, ideas or hopes risen up in you? What are they? • Has anything been birthed in you? • What would you have liked to have done during this time that you haven’t done? What stopped you? Emotional Life • What was the most common emotion you experienced throughout this time? • What have you loved about this season? • What are you feeling as we move out of this lockdown time? • What loss did you feel most sharply? Describe your feelings and what they might reveal. • Where did you find joy? Relationships • Who did you miss the most? What did you miss about them? • Who was your greatest encourager during this time? • What did you miss the most about not being able to gather with large groups/communities? • What relationships did you not miss at all? How might you re-imagine that relationship with that person/people in a way that is healthier for you? Self • What did you learn about yourself that you didn’t know before? • What did you re-learn/remember about yourself that you had forgotten? • What parts of your character have you realised are under-developed? Looking backwards/looking forwards • Did this time remind you of any other time in your life? If yes, in what way? • If this was to happen again in 2 years’ time (another pandemic/lockdown) what message would you want to give yourself? • If you don’t want life to return to normal, what are you going to change? Write 3 specific things that you will do or no longer do. • If you’re really keen for life to return to normal, what are the 3 most important things you’re going to do to usher in that normal?

In this episode of the Shane Walsh Fitness Podcast I spoke with Former Rugby player, Fundraiser and Adventurer Damian Browne (@auld_stock on Instagram). Some of the topics we speak about include: Going from Rugby to adventurer Rowing the Atlantic Fit for Purpose What he looks for in a challenege Positivity is a choice His recommended Books Online Coaching https://www.shanewalshfitness.com/onlinecoaching/ Don't forget to subscribe to the show Now available on iTunes and Spotify

Do you know how to take advantage of all the wealth creation opportunities available during a volatile stock market? Solopreneurs, by nature, tend to work alone and bear the burden of financial crises. Unfortunately, this can lead to panic selling of everything we’ve achieved. Financial struggles can trigger an intense fight or flight reaction inside of us which could lead to drastic changes in how we approach our businesses. Do you want to learn how to avoid this instinct that we all may face during these difficult times? Are you interested in developing some wealth-building strategies and learning my secrets to emerging from challenging economic situations with your business still intact? Read on and listen to this episode for some approaches and tactics for wealth creation you can implement today! You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in… Reasons the stock market goes through volatile cycles [0:49] My 3 “Ps” to avoiding a fight or flight reaction [2:35] What you can do today to generate wealth creation [6:28] Two bonus “Ps” to consider [8:13] The three “Ps” to help you avoid a fight or flight reaction  How can you rewire yourself to avoid making a drastic decision when economic conditions are not looking good?? Here are three steps that I go through with my clients that can help calm your nerves and keep you from making rushed decisions. 1. Purpose What is the purpose of your investments? Think about why you decided to invest your money in the first place and then ask yourself if you will have time to recover once the market comes back up. Revisit your WHY, and weigh the impact of possible debt and interest rates against your intended results over time. 2. Perspective  What do your investments mean to you? Get an understanding of how these changes affect your lifestyle TODAY, and how they will affect you in the future. Try to gain perspective of wealth creation opportunities and focus on what IS possible, rather than focusing on potential losses. 3. Proceed Make a plan, and then put it into action. Now that you remember why you made your investment and you’ve gained perspective on all the pieces moving in the background, it’s time to move forward. Take productive action that will keep you on the path towards your goals and help keep you focused on your intended results. What can you do today to jumpstart your wealth creation? Are you ready to take action? Here are some great ways you can move pieces around immediately for impactful, long-term results. Invest in wealth-building opportunities while the market is down: SEP IRA Solo 401k Profit-Sharing plan 529 plans for your kids What are some other actions you can take to relieve the stress of this volatile market and bring you peace of mind? Turn off investment-news TV and limit your media intake Go back to work to take steps towards creating the life you want Go through your monthly expenses and get rid of anything you don’t use, or you can do without (apps, memberships, streaming services, etc.) Bonus: Two more “Ps” to keep you on the path to success As the market fluctuates, you should keep these two Ps in mind as well: 1. Paper losses One of my clients calls this “ghost money,” because you don’t see any gains or losses until it’s time to use it for its intended purposes. A paper loss is only on paper, you will only see the loss or gain in value when you go to sell. 2. Purchase Look at your purchases as an opportunity to take advantage of market volatility. What wealth growing opportunities could you invest in to make the most of this time? Could you put more money into your current investments or maybe open up new ones? This time could be one of the most significant wealth-building opportunities of your life, so take advantage of it today!  Resources Mentioned Download the free, 3-step worksheet at www.gabenelsonfinancial.com\resources Connect With Gabe Nelson www.GabeNelsonFinancial.com/contact EMAIL: Gabe(at)GabeNelsonFinancial(dot)com Follow Gabe on LinkedIn Follow Gabe on Twitter: @GabeNelson1 Follow Gabe on Facebook Subscribe to Solopreneur Money Audio Production and Show notes by PODCAST FAST TRACK https://www.podcastfasttrack.com

What's really in the way of realizing our Significance and Purpose? What are the two forces that are constantly working against each other? Take a listen as Casey and Tim tackle these huge questions. Opening Quote:" We’re not capable of making our circumstances ready enough so that we can join in without the risk of getting scraped." ~Johansson & LankowTake advantage of our current coaching discounts! Schedule a free consultation today at careprofiler.org/coachingOrder your copy of "A Deeper Way" to get a pre-sale discount! Use the code adwpresale at careprofiler.org/adeeperway today!Send us questions for the upcoming (e)mail bag episode: info@careprofiler.comJoin the conversation on our social networkshttps://www.facebook.com/psychologyatworkpodcasthttps://twitter.com/thepawpodhttps://www.instagram.com/careprofilerTake WSQ-Discovery for yourself - go to careprofiler.com and click on Discover Your Strengths on the top right!

Prepared by Tom ByrneOverview and purposeWhat is innovative leadership? How can we be more innovative? Also, how can we promote innovation in our teams and teammates? These are all questions that I will strive to answer and expand upon for you today.Difference between inventor and innovatorThe difference is the ability to generate excitement May not be the inventorThey see something that they can get behindNot only generates excitement but also promotes the concept to othersVisionOne of the mainstay characteristics of an innovative leader is the vision to see more The ability to see the end game They are able to see the process but also work out issues as they arise The ability to take that vision and create something more than just an idea or a dreamImagination and communicationInnovative leaders have very intense imaginations.They have the ability to step back and look at the whole pictureAlso, they have the ability to communicate what they see All the imagination in the world does no good if we cannot communicateInnovative leaders must be effective communicatorsNot micro-managersThese leaders have the ability to step back and trust their teams They foster creativity and award new ideas of processesThe promotion of engagement is very important to themThe awareness of how an engaged team is more productive dictates how they attack EngagementWhen a team feels empowered to achieve the project will growIt may have all come from one small idea but a team of creative minds all working together will create something amazing.Having a team of imaginative and engaged individuals not only speeds the process but does so exponentially.So to sum it all up innovation leadership is the ability to see the grand overall scheme of exciting new avenues. To then conceptualize and elicit excitement from fellow creative thinkers through effective communication. Then have the ability to focus that excitement into the correct direction to in-turn create reality from dreams.How can we as managers be more innovative?It all begins with learning to step back and look at it all How can we empower our teams to run with it and create?Where do we need to maintain control?All the questions that we need to askWe need to ask these questions at the beginningAlso, revisit them in the middle of the projectThen review them again at the end of the projectThere will also be times when we need to assess the project and decide if we should continue forward or if it is time to end and recoup losses where possible Stepping back can be scary Empowering a team for the first time can be terrifyingBut learning to control these aspects of project management will allow you to assist where neededEffective communication and followup will be the keys to success Having some degree of expertise will assist in stepping away and empowering a team.You will have the ability to understand what the team is creatingSuccession and retentionOne side effect of empowering a team is the retention of workforce and training cost going downAlso, you create a succession plan by creating the next generation of innovative leadershipThank you for listening. If you enjoyed this episode please rate and share. Also please feel free to comment or continue this discussion. I welcome input and feedback.

Welcome to Purpose Potential™ Podcast where we discuss the realities of walking out your God-given purpose. Growing up, I never imagined that I'd be where I am today. The best path for me turned out to be what God wanted for me (a.k.a. purpose). Through this podcast, I'll be sharing more about my personal journey with navigating purpose as well as introducing you to successful guests that are purpose-driven trailblazers in their own right. My goal is to inspire you to stay the course along your personal purpose journey and live life in authenticity and alignment.In this episode, I share:The turning point along my spiritual journey that catapulted me into purposeWhat it really means to be one of God's Kingdom AmbassadorsInsights to embrace as you undergo your Kingdom evolutionConnect with our podcast community on social media using the hashtag, #PurposePotentialPodcast.For listener questions, comments, and/or to inquire about sponsorships, please email hello@purposepotentialpodcast.com.Podcast music by NXVAKANE (Instagram: @NXVAKANE). Shop beats by NXVAKANE at airbit.com/GhodNXVA. Listen to music by NXVAKANE at soundcloud.com/nxvakane.About Aaja Corinne Magee:Aaja Corinne Magee is the inspirational voice of the Millennial Generation - inspiring hope, activating purpose, creating change, and empowering visionaries for success in the marketplace. She is a graduate of Joseph Business School and the fashion studies department at Columbia College Chicago with more than a decade of professional experience in the fashion, beauty, and communications industries.As a personal brand strategist and speaker, Aaja Corinne helps purpose-driven leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs to become the undeniable choice. She specializes in brand identity development and communications, partnering with clients to bring synergy to their purpose and profession, raise their profile, and increase their influence, so that they are positioned to create impact on a greater scale.​The owner of Aaja Corinne The Brand LLC, Aaja Corinne is regarded as an authority on personal branding, professional presence, and style. She is frequently hired by corporations, globally-recognized brands, and prestigious colleges and universities to educate diverse audiences on those subject matters. Additionally, Aaja Corinne has contributed to Ebony.com, BlackDoctor.org, MADE Magazine, and The Chicago Crusader. She has also been featured on numerous blogs, podcasts, and radio shows.For more information of Aaja Corinne Magee, please visit www.aajacorinnethebrand.com.Connect with Aaja Corinne Magee on social media:Instagram - @AajaCorinneTwitter - @AajaCorinneFacebook - @AajaCorinneTheBrandYouTube - Aaja Corinne The Brand

Purpose- What are we supposed to be doing anyway? Having a grasp on this answer will give us direction & peace. Genesis 1:26-31, 2 Timothy 4:1-4 & Micah 6:6-8.

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“What matters is what you do next.”This is the opening section in Jeff Fromm’s newest book, The Purpose Advantage. It’s an apt statement, considering the Business Roundtable’s recent proclamation that the purpose of a corporation is to serve all stakeholders—from employees to suppliers to communities. Arguably, we’re now beyond the tipping point of capitalism. Purpose is no longer a “nice-to-have.” So, what we do next matters more than ever. In this episode, we spoke with Jeff Fromm, author, thought leader, and leader of Barkley and Futurecast, about purpose today and how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the role of business in society.Listen to hear Jeff’s insights on:Understanding today’s Millennials and Gen Z’ers and their evolving relationship with purpose—at work and as consumersHow to move past generational “myths” and unearth data to drive insights around purposeWhat the “purpose advantage” can achieve for brands today, and why purpose must be baked into a company’s DNA—not tacked onHow brands leverage purpose to tell meaningful stories that move consumers to actionLinks & NotesJeff FrommThe Purpose AdvantageFuturecast Barkley

Episode 75 of The Teaching Space Podcast explores five more ways teachers and trainers can improve their presentation slides. Introduction In episode 45 of The Teaching Space Podcast I explored ten ways teachers and trainers could improve their presentation slides. I recommend you listen to the episode or read the show notes. As a short recap, I covered this: Use a consistent design Use images carefully Pay attention to fonts Avoid text heavy slides Try shortlinks Embed video Keep animation minimal Use audience participation Use QR codes to share slides Try GIFs My main professional development focus this year is how I use slides (and handouts) to support learning; there’s some dual coding theory to explore here. I’ve already learned so much through reading and experimentation that I thought a follow-up episode might be in order. So, here it is. Five More Ways to Improve Your Presentations 1. Branding This one could be controversial! Some time ago, my College introduced slide templates featuring the organisation’s logo and social media icons and handles. The intentions were good. I understand the benefits of consistent presentation to the outside world (wearing my corporate hat). Another benefit was that for some colleagues, decision fatigue was reduced, along with the use of distracting fonts… Without questioning, I started using the templates. I also spent time switching old presentations I still used over to the new format. Then I attended Oliver Caviglioli’s talk at the ReserachEd National Conference in September and he prompted some questions: Is a logo really needed on all slides? Do my learners need reminding where they are? Do I want my learners to interrupt their learning to follow the organisation on social media? The answer is no. Marking guru, Seth Godin, recommends no more than six words per slide: “No more than six words on a slide. EVER. There is no presentation so complex that this rule needs to be broken.” I’m not quite there yet, but working towards this goal. The reason I bring it up, though, is that the words used in our logo and social media handles totalled far more than six. The words, and indeed the images, were superfluous and distracting. 2. Purpose What is a slide deck for? It is not a teleprompter for the teacher or trainer. Be honest, do you use your slides this way? I did. That’s why they were so wordy! Your slides should support and enhance the learning process. Fewer words - more images. Dual coding theory makes an excellent case for this approach, as mentioned briefly in episode 74. If you have wordy slides and insist on reading the words out to your learners, you will likely encounter split-attention effect. This is when your learners are required to split their attention between, for example, reading information from a slide and listening to you read the information out at the same time. This results in increased cognitive load and is likely to have a negative effect on learning as information does not enter working, and ultimately long-term memory. 3. Presentation Notes “But Martine, I want my learners to take away more than a set of slides with just a few words and pictures on…” I hear you and agree some learners will want more after the session. Why not create presentation notes as a separate (but beautifully formatted) document? You can use them in the session and learners can take them away afterwards. You could argue that “speaker’s notes” in PowerPoint or Google Slides serve this purpose, however, if your learners follow along with your presentation digitally, they could access your speaker’s notes and become distracted. Speaker’s notes have limited formatting options too. 4. Grid System When deciding on your slide layout, consider using an invisible grid to align everything. PowerPoint and Keynote have this feature built in. You can add gridlines manually in Google Slides. A grid allows you to create visual consistency, which is pleasing to the eye. Do vary the pattern though, to create interest. According to Oliver Caviglioli: ”Alignment is very important in bringing order and harmony to how the information is presented.” 5. No Bullets I’m challenging myself to stop using bullet points on slides. Bullets are usually a sign of slides being used a prompt for the teacher or trainer. Seth Godin reminds as that “slides are free”. Rather than having, say, six points on one slide, six slides could be used. That would equate to one point per slide (you’d not need a bullet point in that case would you?) A short, punchy sentence would suffice. Or even, shock horror, just a picture. Again, I’m not there yet with this approach. But I am keeping it in mind when I produce a slide deck and I’m seeing positive reactions. Wrap Up I hoped you enjoyed this episode; I also hope it challenge your practice. I am certainly not an expert in this area, however, I am really enjoying exploring it and experimenting. I’d love to know about your experience too. Sources: Blog post from Seth Godin: Really Bad PowerPoint Blog post from Seth Godin: Words on Slides Dual Coding with Teachers: The Course by Oliver Caviglioli - Slides Dual Coding with Teachers: The Book by OIiver Caviglioli Presentation Zen by Garr Reynolds Slideology by Nancy Duarte Support the Show That’s it for today. Before I go I have a small request: if you enjoyed today’s episode, please support by leaving a positive review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Questions? Comments? If you have any questions about the show or thoughts you’d like to share you can do so by either: Leaving a comment on this episode’s show notes blog post. Posting in our Facebook group: TTS Staff Room. Posting on Twitter (I’m @MartineGuernsey if you want to mention me). Contacting me via The Teaching Space website: theteachingspace.com. Leaving me a voicemail on Voxer where I’m theteachingspace. The show notes for this episode include any links I’ve mentioned; you can find them at theteachingspace.com. Thanks for listening and I hope you’ll join me for the next episode.  

They say time flies when you’re having fun but seriously, I blinked and it is November with about 23 working days until Christmas holiday break.On reflection of the year that was, my top three highlights for each of the key areas.Personal MomentsJanuary – arrival of granddaughter WillowApril – launch of this podcast showJuly – refreshed content with new programs, new workshopsGuest interviews (executives, delivery leads, vendors) – value your network, I am grateful for my guest’s time and for sharing their stories and insightsBuild teams and relationshipsLead and adaptDigital transformation has been around for a whileClient engagement lessonsNot clear on WHYPrograms have outcomes, projects are the vehicle to achieve themKeep it simpleJC self-awarenessSelf-sabotageConnection and sense of team is importantDistraction without purposeWhat are your 2019 highlights? Reflect and write it down.What did I achieveWhat did I learnWhat do I want next yearThank you for your support. It would be great if you would rate and review the show to help others find it.

Often on the journey of life, we ask the question, "Why am I here?", this is a purpose question. But how do I find my purpose? In this episode, we are going to cover a few things that might point you in the right direction. [The recap of part 1 "Purpose: What is it?" is a part of this episode due to recording failure for part 1.]

Dan is the author of three best-selling books, keynote speaker, professor, leadership strategist and is the founder of The Pontefract Group, a firm that improves the state of leadership and organizational culture.He has spent 25 years in the corporate and public sector space as an executive developing organizational culture, employee engagement, and leaders at firms such as TELUS, SAP, Manulife, TD Bank, AT&T, and the Government of Canada among others. Dan really loves to talk. So much so, he completes about 50 or so keynotes and discussions a year based on his books, research, and professional experience. Every talk is tailored to the audience.He has delivered his unique presentation style of humour, analogies, metaphors, stories and wicked graphics to the likes of business executives and team members in Europe, America, Australia and of course his home country of Canada. He has enjoyed sharing the stage with the likes of Susan Cain, Marcus Buckingham, Peter Mansbridge, Chris Hadfield, Dave Ulrich, Charles Handy, Clayton Christensen, Roger Martin & Dan Pink to name a few. PURPOSE: What do I want to become? Who do I want to become? When I die, what will be remembered? * You are invited to join our community and conversations about each episode on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/MutuallyAmazingPodcast and join us on Twitter @CenterRespect or visit our website at http://www.MutuallyAmazingPodcast.com** Links to Dan: www.danpontefract.com www.twitter.com/dpontefract www.instagram.com/dan.pontefract www.facebook.com/danpontefractauthor Books Danny Recommends: FLAT ARMY: Creating an Engaged and Connected Organization THE PURPOSE EFFECT: Building Meaning in Yourself, Your Role and Your Organization OPEN TO THINK: Slow Down, Think Creatively, and Make Better Decisions

What is your Purpose? What is your Calling? What is your Assignment? Sometimes these questions can be frustrating. People are trying to encourage you to do what the Lord wants you to do. To walk with the Lord in your life. And to make sure your life lines up with God’s will… But sometimes they end up adding MORE stress with those questions. In this conversation, Carla shares her incredible testimony. She shares about how she "practiced" listening to the Holy Spirit. And she also breaks down the difference between Purpose, Calling, and Assignment. And it is SO helpful. Instead of adding stress… She helps you look to the Lord. To know what He wants you to do, And to walk with Him through that process. If you’ve ever wondered what the Lord’s “will” is for your life… If you’ve ever wondered what your Purpose, Calling, or Assignment is… I know this conversation will be so helpful for you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/createdforstrength/support

Welcome to today’s episode of the Decoding Purpose podcast.I have been really excited to share today's episode with you for two reasons. Firstly because I think the content is going to flip your perspective on what it means to completely own your purpose, but also because today's guest has been a great friend and a mentor for more than 15 years. A person whose brain, insights and wisdom about life and business embody what it means to be ‘world class’.I was reading a quote the other day by a thought leaders called David Bornstein, and I think that this quote sums up perfectly the relevance of today's interview. To share Davids words with you...he said:“An idea is like a play. It needs a good producer and a good promoter even if it is a masterpiece. Otherwise the play may never open; or it may open but, for a lack of an audience, close after a week. An idea will not move from the fringes to the mainstream simply because it is good; it must be skill-fully marketed before it will actually shift people's perceptions and behaviour.”To provide context on this quote while it's one thing to have a purpose, without influence purpose is just an idea. Purpose might guide the ship, but influence is the sail. So with that in mind, what does it take to to own your voice - and then amplify it to drive an industry, a conversation, a movement or a nation because if we can understand that, then we can really understand the power that is purpose.Todays guest is the incredible Julie Masters - Founder and CEO of Influence Nation. She works with business leaders and organisations to become the voice of authority in their space. With 15 years of experience and management in the speaking world, she earned a reputation for launching and advising some of the world’s most respected thought leaders. Clients include industry leading CEO’s, speakers, best-selling authors and media personalities – the voices of which have reached millions of people globally through speaking, publishing and digital channels.Over the years, Jules and I have spent hours diving into the nuts and bolts of what makes a big idea tick, and our interview today was no different. We explored:The power of digital access channels in driving influential purposeWhat takes an idea into the kind of velocity to create a movementWhy is storytelling a currency in influence, and what are the components of great storytellingWhy contribution, consistency and certainty will take your purpose to the next level.Why intention trumps authenticity every timeWe also explore the connection between the rise of purpose and the rise of influencer marketing… and much much more.With that in mind, kick back and enjoy today's episode of Decoding Purpose with the Incredible Julie Masters. Welcome to the podcast.

I met Matt Dawson through a mutual friend and it didn't take me long to realize that we were cut from the same cloth. Like me, Matt is trying to achieve a goal that some would deem "crazy". And I knew I needed to get him on the podcast to talk about it. Matt’s journey started much like my own – as an athlete. Following his athletic career, he then entered the fast-paced world of investment banking – where he worked 80-100 hour work weeks and created a lot of success for himself. But life, as it so often does, threw him some curve balls which led him to discovering his purpose and the creation of two endeavours: the Dawson’s Peak Organization, and Project Seven for Soldiers; when he will attempt to break seven world records with all proceeds going to charity. Matt's goal is both simple and inspiring: to make a positive impact on others. In this episode of the podcast we talk about how taking on your own personal challenges can help you create the best version of yourself; while elevating those around you. This is an inspiring and impactful episode that is a must to listen to if you want to get fired up about achieving the peak of your performance. With that said, let's go. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: What led Dawson’s from sports to investment banking – where he became a high performer Why despite Matt's success as an investment banker, he felt something was missing in his life – which led him to find purposeWhat made Matt decide at the age of 37 to take on the challenge of breaking world records in mountaineering, along with some other wild recordsWhat purpose means to Matt and what he believes you should do as an individual and as a businessCreating Dawsons Peak and inspiring transformations through pushing the boundaries of human capabilityThe personal mountain you must climb to achieve a transformation in your life. We talk about the limits that we impose on ourself, our goals and dreams, and how to break through themThe importance of creating social impact aside from profits (or making money) in your lifeHow you redirect your fears to make you as successful as possibleWhat you can and can’t control and how to drop your stress and anxieties so that you can achieve the impossibleWhy the hardest thing for most is to sit quietly with themselves and why the mountains and adventure can help you be alone and discover yourselfTraveling and how it changes you from the inside out (ie. giving up control and working on things you can control)Why as a society we’ve become too comfortable and how we can truly feel our best when we’re pushing and challenging ourselvesWhat “Bathing in the fire” and “Getting the evil out of me” mean and how it can help you become your bestAnd so much more. This episode is true gold. LINKS AND RESOURCES:  Dawson’s Peak: https://dawsonspeak.com/ Matt Dawson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawsonspeak/ Vigor Ground Fitness and Performance: www.VigorGroundFitness.com Vigor Life Podcast (iTunes): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vigor-life-podcast/id1180256583?mt=2 Luka Hocevar YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ29YcBh-g6onRujX3wD_XA?view_as=subscriber Luka Hocevar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukahocevar/ Thanks so much for joining me this week. Have some feedback that you’d like to share? Leave me a review on iTunes.

Gavin talks to HR expert, graduate Of The Institute Of Master Coaches, member of the British Psychological Society and best-selling author, Jacqui Mann. Listen as Jacqui discusses her “Six Step People Model”, the recurring challenges she faces in businesses, and the fundamental necessity of creating and instilling values in your company, all of which are designed to create great places to work. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sometimes issues can arise from things as simple as staff not feeling as though they have been properly informed about their tasks and responsibilities. Processes are necessary to create a framework for any staff member, regardless of their status or experience. Jacqui is a vocal proponent of multi-stage interviews and proper recruiting methods. It’s not enough to have a thirty minute conversation with someone before you take them on. It’s vital to know your prospects better before they become your employees, or it can lead to problems down the line. “People Disease” or the growth of unmotivated, uninspiring staff members, can be quelled by making sure you have an effective HR foundation in place.  The basic requirements that every company should have when starting, are employment contracts, grievance and disciplinary procedures and policies. Jacqui’s Six Step People Model is: Purpose - What is the business here, for and what is it trying to achieve? Environment - Often missed by companies, but vital. How does the workplace feel through new eyes? Through other senses? Ownership - Let people be accountable and make decisions. Boundaries are wise, but we need to trust staff. Progression - We need to make sure that your staff have room to develop and advance. Leadership - The owner of the company needs to live the values they expect of their workforce. Engagement - Having all of these things will create a huge difference in terms of the engagement of your staff. Most people leave their job because of their boss. What kind of boss are you? Do you inspire? Do you make staff feel comfortable?  Repairing disengagement should begin with analysing what the company's purpose is. Talking to individual staff is important. Ensure transparency. Put a plan together based on the staff’s feedback and stick to it. Make performance reviews a two way process. Don’t just tell your staff what they’re doing right or wrong. Ask them for feedback on how you can improve. And make sure feedback between you is an ongoing thing. Don’t save up your criticisms for their six-month review. . BEST MOMENTS ’The problem I see with business owners is that they’re lazy when it comes to recruiting’ ‘You need to hire people who are going to fit in with the values of the business’ ‘I compare it when you’re building a house’ ‘If employees aren’t rolling your eyes when you’re talking about values, then you’re not talking about them enough’ ‘What if you train them and they leave? Well, what about if you don’t train them and they stay?’ ’The people who don’t want to buy into this, leave. And to me that’s a great result' ‘You can’t do it to them, you have to do it with them' VALUABLE RESOURCES   The Business Mastermind Podcast  Get Jacqui’s book ‘Recruit - Inspire - Retain’, for free at this link: - https://ov101.infusionsoft.com/app/orderForms/Book---Recruit-Inspire--Retain-GP https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquimann/ https://www.facebook.com/JMAHRExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/jacquimann_/ https://twitter.com/jacqui_mann www.jmassociates.org www.the-evolve-mastermind.co.uk LEGS – bit.ly/LEGS-Gavin   ABOUT THE HOST Gavin Preston Gavin is an inspirational Speaker, Business Strategist, Business Growth Mentor, Trainer and high-performance Coach.  He works with Business Owners and Entrepreneurs and has a strong track record in creating creative strategies to accelerate the growth of their business. He has helped hundreds of SME business owners and leaders improve their performance and that of their business and a comparable number of executives and employees in blue-chip corporates over the last 20 years. Gavin’s energetic, insightful and yet down to earth and practical talks, workshops and coaching is in demand with high growth business between £250,000 and £30 million revenue and with multi-national organisations at all levels from Board to frontline Managers. He is an expert in Business Growth Strategies, Peak Performance Mindset, Persuasion & Engagement, Marketing, Productivity, Leadership Development, Team Development & Motivation, Leading Change, Stakeholder Management, Personal Effectiveness and Behavioural Change.   CONTACT METHOD Gavin Preston Website Gavin Preston LinkedIn Gavin Preston YouTube Gavin Preston Facebook Gavin Preston Twitter        

So today we have focused on your Purpose, Vision and Mission. It can seem a very daunting topic, however one that is so important and could see you make or break. Purpose - What is your purpose? Why do you do what you do? Vision/Mission - Both of these can overlap but are just as important as one another.For your vision you need to thin BIG. Vision is your goal, it is your statement of what you want and what you are aiming for. Your mission statement supports your vision. Disney is a great example of this. Disney Purpose - "Bringing a smile to a Childs face" It's really nothing complicated is it? Disney Vision/Mission - To be one of the world's leading producers and providers of entertainment and information, using its portfolio of brands to differentiate its content, services and consumer products.

Greg helps you find your purpose and live your passion in work and life. http://gregorybknapp.com/In this episode:How do I find my purposeHow to use death is a motivatorThere’s more than one way to find your purpose -and no one, right waySome get struck by lightningOthers have to try things outTry a combination of things to find your purposeTwo freebies to help you find your purposeWhat successful people have in commonWe all ask ourselves dumb questions that hurts usPart II: Fourteen Questions to create your best life -Why do you want to change?The rest of the 14 questionsPart III: Interview with Tim SandersWhat does the title “Today We Are Rich,” mean?The Sideways YearsYou can only be as positive as the information you put into your mindPositive thinking is not a prescription it’s a result of your lifestyle by designTwo freebies to help you find your purposeFree gift of my book, GO!, at www.gregorybknapp.com/freeEmail me via greg@gregorybknapp.com

“When it comes to my day-to-day and my mindset, I don’t think about the past and the future. I focus on the situation at hand.” This episode's guest is the incredible Steven Kuhn -- a speaker, author, and consultant who empowers people to improve their life through the principles of honesty, integrity and transparency. He’s a man that can turn failing businesses into success and whose clients include rockstars, sports personalities, and celebrities.Steven is a big man who makes an even bigger impact everywhere he goes -- and I can’t wait for you to meet him in this show.But life wasn’t always this good. As a kid, he struggled with self-loathing and self-hatred, then after serving on the front line in Iraq, he came away with severe PTSD and suicidal thoughts.But against the odds, Steven figured out how to use these rock bottom experiences to turn his life into a conduit for joy and love. This powerful mindset has empowered Steven to turn vulnerability into a strength, pain into perspective, and hurt into love.Steven shows the power of true self-expression and what’s possible when you push back society’s expectations of what masculine strength should look like.This episode left me pumped and I just know it will do the same for you too. Check it out :)And in this episode, he walks you through the mindsets, decisions, and beliefs that empower you to live an extraordinary life -- no matter how low your personal rock bottom.“Focus doesn’t mean blindly staring at one spot. Focus means I’m aware of all opportunities that present themselves in that situation.” Steven doesn’t hold back in this episode. Instead, he shares some powerful stories that will move you deeply and inspire a fresh perspective on life.Tune in now to hear:How Steven ended up with a shotgun in his mouth -- aged 14Why a 7ft wall became a catalyst for insatiable self-beliefHow a piece of candy became a metaphor for finding love in dark momentsThe story of the mysterious cop who reminded Steven of his purposeWhat happened when Steven was told he would almost certainly dieWhy vulnerability can make you more attractiveHow PTSD helped Steven unlock his superpowerAnd so much more.Steven is a rockstar. He’s an inspiration who woke up something in me during this episode. It’s rare to hear someone speak with such raw authenticity and vulnerability. Steven does, and that’s just one of the reasons why you’ll find this conversation so moving.So come check it out right now.“The people around me are more important than anything because when it comes down to it, when everything is gone, all we will have left is human connection.”How to contact Check out Steven’s work at www.steven-kuhn.com.Download Steven’s free training at www.stevenclass.comFollow Steven on social:www.facebook.com/stevenekuhnwww.instagram.com/stevenekuhn/https://twitter.com/stevenekuhnWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Creating Conscious Leadership and Conscious BusinessesWe leaders come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and varieties; as leaders we are all driven. The questions that we so often skip over is: Where are we really driving to, and why?If you are a highly successful leader or entrepreneur, you have likely had at least a couple of moments where you’ve wondered what’s it all about. You've maybe even asked yourself what the real point is, or why you're even pursuing whatever it is that you are pursuing. For some leaders, getting to the heart of what that question means is a natural evolution, while for others it's forced by a painful circumstance or situation. Nonetheless, we all get there eventually! The question is: What has to happen for you to have the kind of awakening that will transform the meaning of your life? Well, stay tuned because our guest on this episode is Brandon Evans.Brandon is a serial entrepreneur who previously built two companies valued at over $100M, but after experiencing what he describes as a spiritual awakening. His focus has shifted dramatically! Brandon's new company, 1heart, has a mission to foster a new generation of heart-led leaders who are birthing conscious companies, ultimately using business as a force for good to transform lives and the planet. On this episode we go FullMonty about:Facing the dilemma of having all the success, yet realizing he was out of sync with his values Facing the internal battle of letting goHow he (and many other leaders) try to do the inner journey of self discovery and fail (until they don't) Heart-led leadershipThe viral article he wrote, titled: Lost on PurposeWhat does it mean to be a conscious leader?Is there a place for what some call "woo-woo" practices in leadership?Getting fired by investors from the company he founded (after 3 straight years of 300%+ growth) And so much more...Find out more about Brandon Evans: http://1heart.com or https://www.1heartjourneys.com/To find out more about hiring Dov Baron as a speaker or strategist for your organization: http://fullmontyleadership.com/consulting or http://fullmontyleadership.com/speaking.Remember you can now also find us on iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or wherever you tune into podcasts.And on traditional radio stations across the US every Monday and Thursday on: 99.5 FM & 1520 AM Las Vegas102.1 FM & 1640 AM Lancaster, Philadelphia87.9 FM & 810 AM Macon, Gorgia 92.1 FM & 1630 AM Tampa, Florida97.7 The Villages, Florida96.3 FM Boulder ,Colorado90.3 FM Milwaukee, Wisconsin 94.7 FM Pittsburg, Philadelphia87.9 FM Colorado Springs, ColoradoAnd NOW LIVE! On 96.7FM WASHINGTON, DC On 96.7FM covering THE WASHINGTON DC & QUANTICO area.Also look for us on ROKU TV, where there’s 100K subscribers. If you are a regular listener, then a big thank you to you for making us the #1 podcast globally for Fortune 500 listeners! And with a potential reach of 2.5 to 3 million listeners for every show, we’re honoured and grateful to be cited in INC.com as The #1 Podcast To Make You a Better Leader. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Decoding Purpose podcast. Over the last few weeks we have explored many facets of what it is to live a life of purpose. We have had conversations that define purpose, look at the science behind purpose, the role of storytelling, purpose in leadership, collaborative purpose, and of course in our last episode we looked at The Purpose Effect, a conversation with a core focus on the intersection between business and purpose. In today’s podcast I interview Carolyn Tate, a marketer by trade, turned author, with a passion for purpose-digging, writing, speaking, teaching and community. With 20 years in large organisations such as Westpac, Merrill Lynch and running her own business, her insight into our personal sense of purpose and the way this interacts with organisational purpose is unique and incredibly insightful. Her company, Carolyn Tate & Co. is an education and publishing company dedicated to unearthing a higher purpose in people and organisations. What I loved about interviewing Carolyn is while she is certainly an expert of purpose in business, her approach to purpose looks at the unfolding or rediscovery of purpose. She explores the idea that we are all born with purpose as an innate part of who we are, and that it is conditioning, belief systems and cultural paradigms that lead us to burying our purpose away into the unconscious parts of who we are. With that in mind, how do we go about remembering who we are...and rediscovering the unique purpose we were born with. In today's conversation Carolyn and I discuss: The cultural paradigms and beliefs that can cause us to bury or forget our purpose The role leaders can play in unearthing personal purpose in order to activate organisational purposeWhat a business can learn about purpose from the cycles of nature The differences between purpose and passion The role of purpose in influencing decision makingHow to differentiate between purpose and distractions And finally we end with a beautiful meditation to assist you in unearthing your golden buddha. Just a warning if you are driving your car, maybe save the last few minutes for a quieter time! Welcome to another episode of Decoding Purpose with the incredible Carolyn Tate. https://carolyntate.co/

I want to start today’s episode out by letting you know I am launching my first coaching program called the “GREATER HABITS COACHING PROGRAM” helping you elevate your life and reach the next level by teaching you about the values, habits, mindset, and structuring your life so that you dictate how you want your life to be, rather than letting life control you. Learn more by visiting our website at https://www.greatnesseveryday.online/greater-habits-coaching-program Today’s episode is inspired by a quote from Jay Shetty in a recent interview he did and Jay Shetty is someone I’ve really enjoyed following his story over the past few years. He kind of has experience with many different lifestyles - haha. He lived a pretty regular life growing up in London, England before becoming a monk and after he left that lifestyle he’s catapulted into the limelight with over 4 billion views and over 24 million followers. This guy clearly knows how to captivate an audience and I really believe that’s because he speaks truth. The quote that inspired me was “The best use of your talents is when you use them to help other people.” and I totally agree with that and I hope that it inspires you today to live this out in your life this week. Talents are great things. Everyone has different talents. If we’re working together as a larger community and everyone is fulfilling their role, that’s how we impact our world and make big change. Passions vs. Purpose What are your talents? If you don’t know, ask someone! Call-to-action: How will you use your talents this week to help other people. Don’t focus on trying to help everyone, because you won’t be able to, but focus on being able to help one person in your life. You never know how your actions will impact that person. Review Podcast + sign up for our Greater Habits Coaching Program starting March 1st! Thank you so much for listening. This is Matt, reminding you to choose greatness, every day and I’ll see you with another episode next Monday!

Welcome to Podcasters on Purpose, Your #1 Show on Podcasting!!!    In this episode, you'll learn: Devi's journey as a Spiritual Entrepreneur and Podcaster The backstory on the “Podcasters on Purpose" podcast Behind the scenes for “Podcasters on Purpose” What is “Podcasters on Purpose” (the mission and vision of the show) How this show will serve you on your podcasting journey and more... More about your show host, Devi: Devi Adea is a “soul-full” speaker, coach, podcaster, and conscious business strategist. As the host of the top-ranked Spiritual Entrepreneur Podcast and creator of the popular Podcast on Purpose Online Academy, Devi moves entrepreneurs and leaders to embrace their soul’s purpose and to share their message with the world so they can experience elevated freedom, fulfillment and results in work and life. Devi has been featured three times as an Icon of Influence at the New Media Summit, and interviews today’s top podcasters and influencers on this brand new show, Podcasters on Purpose and shares her spiritual entrepreneurial insights on Devi TV - The Podcast.  When she is not serving or interviewing leaders in their industry, Devi enjoys making music, doing yoga, and spending time with her husband and three cats in their home in San Diego, CA.    Connect with Devi @ www.deviadea.com.

Welcome to the podcast that’s going to inspire you to get up on your feet and help your ideas start flowing. You’ve found the Level Up Your Life podcast hosted by the inspirational motivational transplant recipient, coach, and speaker Mark Black. Mark lived on the precipice of life or death in his youth and since then has been dedicated to motivating others to live their best lives. Though there is no guest on this show you can feel Mark’s smile and the conversational tone of voice makes it feel as though the listener is having a one on one talk with him. In this episode, Mark tackles the topic of how to get results in each area of our lives, not just business. We all want a return on investment. We want to avoid making the following six mistakes that will impede or prevent us from attaining the results we desire if we fail to utilize them: Intentionality - being deliberate/purposive Begin with the end in mind - know where you’re going People often take off running with an idea, but we don’t see beyond what it is we’re doing right now Where will the job take me in two, three, five years? Is this partnership going to be equally beneficial later? Less intentionality can guarantee a loss of our effort, energy, love, work etc What is the end game? Where do you want to go? Break your life down by categories - health, relationships, mental wellness, and so on. Purpose - What is the why behind doing what you do What’s your why? Why do you do what you do for a career besides money? Is a paycheck a big enough purpose? The purpose gives us fuel to move forward Mark shares a personal story about questioning his motivation when running a marathon. The ‘why’ becomes critically important in order to finish. “I don’t have what it takes to finish this race.” The only thing that prevented him from quitting was seeing his whys listed on his hand. Intense Focus - like an Olympic athlete We live in a culture of distractions Cell phone Computers tablets/iPads Social media Television Busier generation of people/lack of downtime What are the one to three things we’re working toward? Plan Can’t hope to create a wonderful life, career, or relationship by accident Human beings like consistency/creatures of habit Think about how much time it takes to plan a vacation - plan your life with that diligence Recalculating GPS Massive Action Plan Break a six month/year goal into smaller milestones Daily Execution Builds up every day, weeks, months, years 80% on target at the very least Accountability Forces you to do what you said you would do A friend/support group Coach Reward/punishment system “Things are supposed to be hard sometimes and that’s actually really good for us.” “We need to not strive to make things easier, but to make things worth it.” “He who has a big enough why can endure any how.” - Nietzsche “The person who chases two rabbits catches none.” - Confucius “We will continue to do what we have always done until something shakes it up.” “We’re not perfect.” “There are no shortcuts. You just have to execute.” “People are not lucky. They didn’t stumble into results.” “Recalculate immediately before you get way off track.” “It is a false assumption to assume that people who are motivated are naturally motivated. They had to work at it.”   Mark's website Mark's LinkedIn profile Mark's Twitter profile Mark's Facebook profile  

SwordPlay - Ep. 32 - Col. 1 part 1 - Who wrote the book of Colossians? (Author) - To whom was the book of Colossians written? (Recipients) - When was the letter written? (Date) - What problems did the Colossian Church have? (Occasion) - Why was this letter written? (Purpose) - What relationship does Colossians have with Ephesians and Philemon? (Intertextuality) - Who are the saints what makes one a saint? (v.2) - When did the Colossians first hear the gospel? (v.5) - What does it mean that the gospel is bearing fruit in “all” the world? (v.6) - Who is Epaphras? (v.7) - What does it mean to “love in the spirit?” (v.8) - How does God fill us with the knowledge of His will? (v.9) - What does it mean to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord? (v.10) - What’s the difference between the Christian bearing fruit and the gospel bearing fruit? (v.6, 10) - How do we increase in the knowledge of God in v.10 if God already filled us with the knowledge of His will in v.9? (v.10) - How are we strengthened with all power? (v.11) - What is our inheritance? (v.12) - Who are the saints in light? (v.12) - What is the domain of darkness? When/how are we transferred? (v.13) view our website: swordplay.cast.rocks search "swordplay" in iTunes podcasts or Google Play Music. "Like" us or write a review feel free to re-post to social media send questions and comments to: swordplaypodcast@gmail.com

Jesus' Cross Vs. Your CrossThe Cross of PurposeWhat do you expect out of life? Colossians 2:13 KJV, NIVMatthew 16:24 KJVPhilippians 1:20 NIVPsalms 31:24 MSG

This is not a “MAFAN” episode! Here Rico chats with Mr Mafan Himself over drinks. Aka Luigui Mangasha, an expat in China for the last 8 years, shares with us his experience working in Beijing then moving to Shenzen and as well as talking about his brainchild The Mafan Crew, a youtube channel he created for the Multi-cultured Expats living in China.Topics Includes:Mafan crew's purposeWhat mafan meansLuigui Mangasha channelBeing Aware in China: watching out for spit!Learning to be patient and accepting in ChinaShenzen Vs BeijingNetworking through WeChat appLearn to sell yourselfWhy a Chinese would hire a Foreigner?Competition improves a companyMisconceptions of foreigners on the business side of things.Challenges working as a the lone foreignerDesigning toys as the next business moveStarting out the youtube channelVloggers."Make yourself different"Youtube is Practically Illegal in ChinaMR MAFAN!Youtubers in China WeChat GroupAdvice to "young Youtuber" Rico"Keep it real and believe in yourself""Gratefulness is the greatest virtue of a man"

Gareth Kay believes brands should show, not just tell Gareth Kay is cofounder of Chapter, a San Francisco-based creative studio. Before Chapter, he was Chief Strategy Officer at Goodby Silverstein & Partners, the advertising agency known for work such as 1993's iconic "Got Milk?" campaign for the California Milk Processors Board. I was excited to talk to Gareth because, while he's a strategist, he doesn't come from the world of traditional brand consulting that I come from (and so many of my other guests come from). In fact, one of my first questions for him was, "What do you think the general perception of the brand consulting world is amongst people in the advertising world?" Gareth says advertising agencies are increasingly seeing clients that have already been through a brand consultancy, and "when [the brand consultancy's work] was good you would be a little bit miffed because [cracking the strategy] was something, as a strategist, you really loved doing." On the flip-side, he'd sometimes see brand consultancy work that looked "clever on a piece of paper but…frankly, it was un-executable or, worse still, was a piece of thinking that was clearly designed to get through the armies of different interests inside a client organization and it kind of got watered down…through rounds and rounds of meetings and consensus-building." I asked Gareth about an article he published in WARC, titled "The 'brand' word." When you think about how we throw the term [brand] about, more often than not we are describing something we do-a brand strategy or campaign, not the associations we are trying to create. … We use it too often to create a false sense of control and a mistaken belief that we manage the brand. The models we use reinforce this: the tools of temples and pyramids are about what we build, not how people respond to them. The tools we use to shape brands are not fit for purpose. They are used to create simplicity and consistency which run counter to a culture of complexity and change. This led us to a fascinating conversation on what agencies should be using instead of these "temples and pyramids." Gareth argues consultancies should: "Show the thing," a mantra at Chapter-essentially prototyping real-world applications to showcase brand ideas rather than trying to capture them with words alone, which he calls "a very lossy form of compression." Avoid wordsmithing. He quotes a friend, Russel Davies, "you'll be discussing whether a brand is funny or…humorous." "Is that really the best use of our time, of our money, of our resources?" he asks. The brand model used at Chapter is a "Brand Operating System," the underlying code and principles that define everything a brand does. The framework includes three layers: Belief: What does this brand genuinely believe in the world? This is the problem it's trying to solve or the opportunity it sees. Purpose: What do you do as a brand given your belief? Pursuits: Because we believe X (our Belief) and we're going to do Y about it in the world (our Purpose), we will do the following things. The Pursuits are normally three, action-oriented principles. Gareth provided a detailed example of the Brand Operating System by talking through Chapter's work for Silent Circle. We ended the conversation talking about brands Gareth thinks get all the fundamentals right (Hiut Denim and Allbirds) and his advice to young strategists and planners. For more of Gareth's insights, read his posts on Medium and follow him on Twitter. Below, you'll find the full transcript of the episode (may contain typos and/or transcription errors). Click above to listen to the episode, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or elsewhere to hear every episode of How Brands Are Built. Episode sponsors · Squadhelp. To begin a business name contest with hundreds of business naming experts, check out their services to get a fresh perspective on your company. · Rev.com. Rev offers fast, reliable, and accurate audio transcriptions. Right now, Rev is offering listeners $10 off their first order. Follow this link for your $10-off coupon.

Called and Purpose What do you think of - called - interruptions Kaleo - used over 100 times - Latin - vocation - not a career but more Bible full of people called - Noah, Abraham, David, Paul, etc I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened so that you may know what is the hope of his calling,…

Founders need to build the cultural foundation before building the product! Building the right team is more important than just any team. Today's Quote: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” ― Helen Keller Show highlights: The importance of taking the time to select the right team Recognizing the team challenges How to set the right foundation for building a great team Challenges we see with teams: What you really need in a team...Taking anyone is not the right thing to do  Hiring anyone or for skills dramatically increases the likelihood of failure. Founder need to develop their muscles to make smart hiring decisions The foundation- transparency & culture Purpose- What's in it for me? How and who makes decisions?   Most importantly, How does the team solve problems? Develop the EQ to have the difficult conversations Framework for Building the Right Team from the Beginning: Establish mission, vision & values (as a team) Communication standards Foster transparency Business Model Canvas (product driven) Establish process Define who you are BEFORE you make your first hire Only hire people who mirror your core values and align with your vision Great things often come out of conflict Takeaways: Culture first Transparency Hire people who will take you where you want to go Melinda Kim is the Executive Director, co-founder of PeopleSpaceOC, an incubator and workspace located in Irvine, Ca. She is a proven executive/entrepreneur who facilitates collaboration and innovation between developers and business entrepreneurs from around the world. Aside from her responsibilities, Melinda is also a Startup Weekend Facilitator and NASA Space Apps Lead. She specialize in Statistics Driven Product Analysis, Business Strategy, Growth, Community and Social impact.  

THE DAY I WAS TURNED UPSIDE DOWN What's your purpose? She asked me with a furrowed brow and intense eyes that could pierce any type of metal. Forget Superman's heat seeking vision! This vision was HOT! It was as if flames of blue magma were spewing out of her eyes, glasses hanging down on her nose. I sheepishly replied: To serve God and love him? THAT'S EVERYBODY'S PURPOSE Boy! *Looking at me with intensity and speaking with an urgency I had only heard sports coaches and elderly people speak with!** Now What's your PURPOSE? What are you here to do? I didn't have an answer! She relented and shook her head with disgust like this is something you have to know. How did I not know the answer? What Mother Mullen (an elderly woman of God that was a tremendous prayer warrior and had such clarity and insight from the LORD on how to live a righteous life) had asked me forever revolutionized my life. This simple probing question (What's your PURPOSE?) was directly linked to me and I had to answer this particular question because my life is designed to assist others in gaining clarity and confidence so that they can answer the question regarding their own lives. Without clarity of purpose, abuse is inevitable -Myles Munroe (paraphrase) In this Episode: I invoke the question of "What's in your House?" I want to know how you can take what you have and bring more confidence and clarity to walking out your God given assignments and destinies. Listen to today's EPISODE and give us feedback! What's your assignment? Drop us a line on Twitter, IG giving us feedback and answering the question! Don't wait TOO LONG or you may get a Mother Mullen type SCOLDING! (Smile)

Why do we put so much emphasis on talent rather than our effort?  In the book Grit:The Power of Passion and Perseverance author, Angela Duckworth helps us understand that EFFORT counts twice as much as talent when trying to achieveing a goal. Talent X Effort = Skill Skill X Effort = Achievement Gu Energy Labs' VP of innovation and R&D, Magda Boulet and East Coast Executive Producer, Andy Jones-Wilkins join The Nation to discuss Grit. What is Grit Where do we get it? Can it be learned? Can we increase our grittiness? Is Talent or Effort more important Four elements of GRIT Interest or passion - we must enjoy what we are doing we must find ways to reignite that passion. We must be patient to develop the interest. The capacity to practice - daily discipline of trying to do things better than the day before Purpose - What ripens passion is the conviction that your work matters.  (See WHY podcast) Hope - rising to the occasion.  Focusing on things that you can control when things are going wrong Take the Grit Test to see where you are on the grit scale Visit Angela Duckworth's web site on Grit Check out Don't Dilemma at mile 144 of the Moab 240-mile race: VIDEO

First, figure out: Topic: What is the general thing you want to talk about? Problem: What issue will you research address? Purpose: What will be the point of your research project and how does it connect to the problem?   Once you know those two things, then you can write your main research question. Some other things that you can do to figure out your first question:   Get all of the thoughts out of your head. Take a brain dump, either writing, talking to someone, or recording yourself. You want to say or write everything that you are thinking in relation to your topic. This will help get clear and to focus down on your topic. Read existing literature. You have to know what has already been done regarding your topic. What have other people found? If there is nothing, what does that mean? WARNING: Please don’t get stuck here. Using reading as an excuse will hinder your progress. [CONNECT ARTICLE] What is your time frame and capacity with this project? How much time do you have? Is this a project that you can do alone or will you need others? There is more time to do more research projects, however, let’s get this one done first.   Need help writing your research question? Share it in the comments or email me at Marvette@marvettelacy.com and I’ll give you feedback on it.

Dr. Srini Pillay, author of Tinker Dabble Doodle Try: Unlock the Power of the Unfocused Mind, is a Harvard trained expert on brain function. In this interview, JJ & Dr. Pillay explore how we can practice being “unfocused” in order to focus more efficiently and achieve our goals! Contrary to many of our beliefs, seemingly lazy activities such as napping, doodling, and walking in no specific direction can actually help our brain be more creatively motivated when it’s time to turn the focus back on. You’ll get “unfocus” lessons from Picasso and Einstein, and also learn how to use “Psychological Halloweenism” to ramp up your motivation.   Key takeaways [1:44] Srini Pillay career briefing and how he met JJ. [4:07] The truth that too much focus can be problematic – it can actually drain the brain of energy! [5:16] The solution is to build cognitive rhythm between focused and unfocused states. [6:01] How can you be productively unfocused? Using PCD: Positive Constructive Daydreaming (Jerome Singer). [7:20] How to Daydream: Plan for it; have a playful image; and do it during a low-key activity like gardening. [8:55] Being “unfocused” in the right way helps you be more creative and re-energizes your brain. When you re-focus it helps you in many ways, including predicting the future... [9:55] “Unfocusing” your brain can help integrate information better, and even give you a better sense of self. [11:02] Try these to get started: An app that schedules unfocused time; napping & daydreaming; walking in unstructured paths; and even doodling can improve your memory by 29%! [14:30] Dabbling: What you can learn from Picasso and Einstein. [16:10] People who have complimentary hobbies do better at their primary tasks. [17:23] How to improve your health right away. 1 – Possibility Thinking: simply asserting that it is possible to achieve your goals has some very positive effects. It increases your dopamine, activates reward pathways in your brain, and increases your natural opioids so you are less stressed.  [18:10] 2 – The Biology of Imagination: imagine how you will look in the future, using images that demonstrate the “before and after” progression.  [19:31] 3 – Creative Motivation: building in periods of unfocus – napping, etc., helps you to come back and focus more successfully. Also try “Psychological Halloweenism” – embodying the full personality of an eccentric role model – to activate their ideas and habits. [21:45] When you get Srini’s book you get the app for free! [23:40] Practice: Ask yourself what do you want that you think is possible; imagine that. Than refine that image of what you want, and your brain will take you there. [25:30] Improve the quality of your sleep with JJ’s Sleep Candy. [26:08] Listeners’ questions: How can I get motivated to get healthier? [27:01] Find the Power of Purpose: What is your big ‘Why?’   Mentioned in this episode: To get the App go to JJVirgin.com/tinker JJVirgin.com/products Facebook page: JJVirgin Official  

Why a Purpose? What does the purpose effect do for our lives? In this podcast, we discuss the value of having a purpose and a meaning in life and how that can help to make our lives beter. We talk about the opportunity to choose between believing that there is a significance for our lives […] The post MFL 4 The Purpose Effect (Part 1) appeared first on MIND FOR LIFE.

"Money is just an exchange of energy. The challenge with money is when we do not have a healthy relationship with money and that's where we usually deflect it."- Ryan Yokome   What do you think about when you hear the word, "money?"  What do you feel when you receive your monthly paycheck? Do you have happy thoughts and feeling of relief and relaxation? Or do you have negative thoughts and feel anxious with worry? Today, CEO of Money & Miracles Breakthrough Coaching and the Co-Founder of the Soulful Money Masterclass, Ryan Yokome, shares how we can tap into our own lives to discover and  embrace the currency of wellness.    Change Your Mindset on Money   "When you know who you are and you know yourself and you're comfortable with that, you can go anywhere and do anything because you don't have to be someone that you're not. You can show up as you and it's so liberating and freeing."- Ryan Yokome   Each of us has a personal story with money and it begins with our background and our parents' relationship with money. Whether or not their relationship with money was good, if they said something about money or had a certain attitude and behavior towards it, we picked up on that when we were younger. Fortunately, their experience with money does not have to be the same as our story and relationship with money. To help us change our own money story, Ryan explained the concept of Be-Do-Have and its reversal pattern, Have-Do-Be. A majority of us believe that there is a lack of money. However, it is an abundant source of energy that is always available to us. All we have to do is change our thinking and approach to money and do reverse thinking with Have-Do-Be. First believe that you already have the money that you need. Next, do something differently that will allow you to receive that money and finally become that person who has the money.  Focus on the Essence of Money   "How you tap into a different space of magnetizing money in your life is how you focus on the essence. You focus on the feeling that money will give you if you had those things now. What's the essence? Would you feel more joy, happiness, relaxed? Cause you're not actually after money, but a feeling. "-Ryan Yokome   The key to help you change your mindset on money is to focus on the essence of money and what it means to you.  How do you feel if you imagine that you already have all the money or monthly paycheck that you need to get to where you want to be? Is it happiness? Relaxation? Success? You don't want money, but a feeling. The feeling that money gives you. As soon as you focus on that feeling, you will change what you do because your actions will be different and you'll become a different person during that process. You want to put all these feelings about money on the table and process the feeling to help make the unconscious conscious. What's your story with money? Is it your story or your family's story?   Tap Into The 5 Positive Money Beliefs   "The currency of wellness is connection."- John W. Travis, MD, MPH   To experience the positive mindset change of currency, Ryan explained the 5 Positive Money Beliefs: 1) Meaning Money is neutral and we are the ones who give it energy and meaning. You can actually experience how your life is changing depending on how you approach money. Money gives meaning when you notice external changes such as where you live, what possessions you have, what food you eat each day etc. People will also give you clues that money is changing your life because they will notice it too. They will notice that there is something different about you. Lastly, because we can change the energy and meaning that money gives us, you decide what your money story is and will be. Life is not based on luck or genes, but the choices that we make and that creates our money story.   2) Relationships Treat money as if it were a person. Now, how would you treat money if you were dating it? How do you treat it when you log into your online bank account or when you get paid? Does it give you happiness or cause you stress?   3) Purpose What is the purpose of money for you? Why do you want to make more money and what do you want to do with it? If you're not giving money a purpose or being intentional with it, then you're not connecting with it. Ryan gave a great example that you connect with your money when you pay your bills because that money helps pay the salaries of the employees of the other business. When you give your money a purpose, you tap into the essence of it and how it makes you feel.   4) Giving Ryan believes that if you give to another person, that you're actually giving back to yourself as well. So if you shift into a different state of love and abundance, you pass that feeling on to other people. Giving the genuine feelings of love and abundance to others is just what many of us need to feel that excitement and purpose for life that we crave. Give compliments, a smile, or a "Have a nice day!" with real feeling the next time you're at the check out counter.   5) Receiving For many of us, it is so much easier to give than to receive because we haven't learned how to receive love. Past relationships and experiences have caused us to feel like we didn't receive the love that we wanted or needed. Because of this, it can be hard to receive love from others or we don't know why other people are tryitng to give us love. Especially in a world of technology, we are starving for true connection with other people, but we don't know how to accept it when it's given to us. When we receive money from work or as a gift from another person, we can practice receiving love and abudance from another source. This source that will help us buy food, pay for a home, and use to help us get to where we want to be in life.   Resources From The Show   Book 1 of 5 spots for Ryan's 20 minute coaching call (Limted Space) Join the Wellness Force Community on Facebook Ryan Yokome's home website Ryan's Facebook page Ryan Yokome's YouTube channel  Ryan's Twitter page About John W. Travis, MD, MPH   About Ryan Ryan Yokome is an internationally recognized expert in the field of personal transformation. He is the CEO of Money & Miracles Breakthrough Coaching and the co-founder of the 12-Week Soulful Money Masterclass. Ryan’s innovative and unique coaching training programs guide people to achieve their goals and dreams by overcoming their limitations, fears, and money blocks. Ryan uses a process to help others overcome their insecurities and procrastination to unlock the unlimited courage that resides deep within. Ryan has helped over 100 people reach five- to six-figure incomes working from home through his mentorship. He provides an inner map for incredible transformation to unlock people’s purpose, meaning, and passion in their lives.   Rate & Review Wellness Force Aloha! Josh here. Listen, I deeply value your thoughts, now let your voice be heard. I live to serve the Wellness Force even better based on your words, feedback, and requests. (including how these episodes can allow you to break bad habits) Thanks To Our Amazing Sponsor Want to avoid more trips to the store and save hundreds of dollars a year on superfood supplements? 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You may have heard me say that your brain is your business. Think about it – the brain is your center for key factors like making sound decisions and being emotionally stable (rather than running between tasks like a crazy person). That’s why we’re talking all about how to keep your brain healthy in this final episode of my Burnout-Proof Your Biz series. Important Announcements: YOUR NEXT STEP: BOOK YOUR HUSTLE CLARITY CALL with me so we can uncover what’s keeping your from feeding your hustle JOIN US! Are you in the FYH group yet? It’s THE place to talk about the self-care balancing act behind your ambitions. If you get value from Feed Your Hustle, please rate & review it in iTunes. It only takes a sec to impact our ranking & help our sisters find the podcast! Mentioned in this episode: My video-series of crazy-simple strategies to solve the top 3 healthy living challenges female entrepreneurs face FYH #27 talking decluttering for abundance with Denise Duffield-Thomas Chalene Johnson’s Smart Success Live conference Dr. Daniel G Amen’s book The Brain Warrior’s Way: Ignite Your Energy and Focus, Attack Illness and Aging, Transform Pain into Purpose What habits do you have (or not have) that could be hurting your brain – and, consequently, your business? Share with me in the comments!

It's probably of no surprise that I love listening to podcasts! I was browsing through new and popular shows a few weeks back, and stumbled across "The New Man" from Tripp Lanier. The title intrigued me, and I jumped into a random episode to see what it was all about. That episode was "Mission and Purpose - What's the Difference and Why Does it Matter?" I listened to it three times. Yup. Played it...restarted....played it again....restarted....played it one last time. Then I told my wife about the episode and shared a quote on my Facebook. Tripp nailed the difference between Mission and Purpose, and at that point I knew I wanted to have a conversation with him myself to see what other powerful insights he had. And boy did he have them! My conversation with Tripp spans a number of topics, and he shares with me his personal story of healing, self discovery, and just being powerful! What you'll learn in this episode: How to serve your higher purpose Avoiding "the trap" How to bring heart into your life

NOTE: As of last week, we have changed podcast release day to Mondays for the main podcast. I know, know… that seems to imply there is an “other than main” podcast. Is that true? Yep. Details coming soon. Why do some people seem to succeed so easily, while others struggle merely to get by. Why is it some people seem to take a clear path to an exciting, vital destiny, while other lead lives of monotonous mediocrity? In this episode: Did you ever feel like the door to your destiny is just locked? Like you can’t get through no matter how hard your try? Maybe the answer isn’t to try harder. Maybe the answer is to get the keys to the door! The supernatural secret to more energy, less stress, and amazing powers of stunning accomplishment. And…is Ray Edwards really recommending you get rid of your books? Yep. All this, plus our never-ending quest for Truth, Justice, and the American Way… Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus[a] from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.” Romans 8:11 You can get out of a state of fatigue, discouragement, and depression… you don’t have these things, you create them. Your thoughts, and especially your words, always empower some form of spiritual activity. Want energy, joy, and enthusiasm? Don’t wait for these things to “happen to you”… you make them happen. They are within your spirit… all you have to do is release them. Speak out and create the  energy, joy, and enthusiasm… whatever  you need… to accomplish what God has made you to accomplish! Tip of the Week: Get Rid of Your Books Am I, Ray Edwards, recommending you get rid of your books? Me, the champion of reading? Yes! Here's what I suggest you do: listen to the episode. Featured Segment: 5 Crucial Keys That Unlock The Doors of Destiny Did you ever feel like the door to your destiny is just locked? Like you can’t get through no matter how hard your try. Maybe the answer isn’t to try harder. Maybe the answer is to get the keys to the door. Your destiny is predetermined… by you. Design it. Anyone can unlock the doors of destiny, by using these 5 Crucial keys. Key 1: Purpose What is the meaning of your life? What does “Interview With The Vampire” have to do with your life purpose? You must know the larger story you are part of. For me, it is “to glorify god by living life fully alive, taking my deepest enjoyment from Him”. Key 2: Mission How are you drawn to operate in the context of your purpose? Does your purpose change during the course of your life? How do you discover the role you play in the story? Key 3: Vision What does it mean to have a “vision”? What we can learn about vision from Walt Disney. You must know what your future “scenes” in that story look like. Key 4: Goals How will you know when you have arrived? Guys Without Goals: “I have never failed to hit a goal… because I’ve never set one.” For you to know when the mission is truly accomplished, you must define the specific objectives you want to meet. Key 5: Take The Required Actions Summary Key 1 – Know your Purpose (What is the meaning of your life?) Key 2- Know Your Mission (What is your current assignment that serves your Purpose?) Key 3 – Clarify your Vision ( what does success LOOK like?) Key 4 – Define Your Goals (what are the milestones along the way to mission accomplished?) Key 5 – Take The Required Actions How To Help Subscribe to the show in iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will definitely mention you on this show. We are also on Stitcher.com, so if you prefer Stitcher, please subscribe there. Connect with Ray on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, or LinkedIn. Get The Transcript Click here to get the transcript now. Transcripts provided by SuccessTranscripts – a great solution if you need your podcast, sermon, speech, or other audio transcribed.