Figure out what you want to do, then do it better than anyone else.

Simple in theory. Tough to execute. But it is possible.  [Read more…]

There’s nothing quite like those moments when we’re working in the zone.

Not only are these the times where we’re most productive but they’re also the times where we experience the greatest levels of fulfillment.

So how do we do this? How do we get into the zone?  [Read more…]

Step up to the plate and swing.

Who cares if you miss. Take pride in knowing that you had the courage to take a hack.  [Read more…]

Never get caught up in aspiring to be someone else.

Even if it’s someone you look up to and hold in high regard.

Go ahead and admire but never aspire.  [Read more…]

There’s a good chance that we’ll never feel like doing something tough.

It’s just the way many of us are wired.

I mean think about it…

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There are many strategies that increase productivity.

Yet none of them can be used to their full effect if you don’t master presence.

Put another way… [Read more…]

Don’t concern yourself with whether or not you’ll be able to achieve your goals.

Time spent doing this will only lead to frustration, overwhelm and confusion.

Instead, keep it simple… [Read more…]

There are times where you put in the hours of effort and sacrifice yet things don’t work out as planned.

When this happens don’t hesitate, doubt or feel like you’re not enough. Don’t concern yourself with rejection. Don’t concern yourself with failure.

Doing so will only lead to frustration and drain energy. [Read more…]

In times of overwhelm recognize that you’re in control.

Overwhelm isn’t something that happens to you. It something that happens because of you.

This is great news for many reasons.

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There will be days where the grass seems greener in other pastures.

During these times, it’s important to recognize that there has been a loss of discipline.

The reason being that there’s only one pasture that matters… [Read more…]