Mindset
Ep. 532 – Selling Yourself Short
Takeaways
-We often sell our reputation for money.
-Greed can have corrosive effects on service quality.
-Selling yourself short affects your long-term success.
-Keeping promises is essential in business and life.
-Small disciplines impact all areas of life.
-Integrity should be prioritized over quick financial gains.
Ep. 530 – Courage
Takeaways:
-Courage is moving forward despite feeling afraid.
-Fear is often more intimidating than the reality.
-Many opportunities are missed due to lack of courage.
-It’s unreasonable to expect to excel without practice.
-Failure is inevitable, but trying is essential.
-You can’t win a race you don’t enter.
-Making decisions in the face of fear is necessary for growth.
Ep. 529 – Talking Myself Out of It
Takeaways:
-Everything starts with an idea.
-You must have intentionality in your life.
-We become so risk focused that we won’t execute.
-Change is often resisted due to fear.
-Your idea doesn’t have to be world changing, small ideas matter too.
Ep. 527 – It Is A Building Game
Takeaways:
-Learning something new shouldn’t mean forgetting everything else.
-Refinement is key to applying new knowledge effectively.
-Reminders are more valuable than new teachings.
-New skills should enhance, not replace, existing knowledge.
-Throwing everything out can lead to starting over unnecessarily.
-Continuous improvement is essential for growth.
Ep. 522 – Critical Thinking Where Are You?
Takeaways:
-Critical thinking is essential for making informed decisions.
-Practical applications of critical thinking can solve everyday problems.
-Life’s problems are multi-faceted and require comprehensive solutions.
-Critical thinking can help navigate toxic work environments.
Ep. 517 – We’ve Always Done It That Way
Takeaways:
-The mindset of ‘we’ve always done it this way’ limits progress.
-Stepping away from a problem can lead to new solutions.
-Single path thinking can lead to project stagnation.
-Agency in decision-making leads to better outcomes.
-Exploring multiple solutions is key to overcoming challenges.
Ep. 514 – Do It Faster
Takeaways:
-Long-term goals require a focus on speed and efficiency.
-Feedback and iteration are crucial for reaching goals.
-Creativity often emerges from having fewer options.
-The journey to success can be accelerated with the right mindset.
-Obstacles can lead to greater creativity and innovation.
-The right questions can guide us towards the right answers.
Ep. 510 – It’s Not The End Of The World
Takeaways:
-It’s not the end of the world if you fail.
-Failure is a part of the journey to success.
-Planning is essential before implementing new processes.
-Embracing new experiences can be uncomfortable but rewarding.
-Pain often leads to the best learning opportunities.
-Shipping things, even imperfectly, is better than not shipping at all.
-Don’t let fear of failure stop you from trying.
Ep. 508 – Be Passionate Be Creative
Takeaways:
-It’s important to be passionate about what you do.
-Choose to be content in the journey, not just the goal.
-The journey is what makes the end goal great.
-Creativity is essential for overcoming obstacles.
-You may need to do things you don’t love to reach your goals.
-Creativity can manifest in various forms, not just art.
Ep. 506 – Long Term Projects
Takeaways:
-We often neglect the long game in favor of instant results.
-Patience, pain tolerance, and discipline are essential for success.
-Avoidance of discomfort leads to neglecting long-term goals.
-Patience allows processes to unfold naturally.
-Discipline is necessary to continue working without immediate results.
-Task-based mindsets can distract from long-term objectives.
Ep. 505 – Prove It
Takeaways:
-We often seek validation from others to feel worthy.
-Intrinsic value is more important than external achievements.
-Social media can distort our perception of self-worth.
-Character matters more than public persona.
-Connection does not equate to meaningful relationships.
-Keeping promises to ourselves is essential for building character.
Ep. 504 – Building Rafters
Takeaways:
-Trial and error is a necessary part of any process.
-Most people quit when faced with learning challenges.
-Expecting immediate success can lead to disappointment.
-Confidence comes from overcoming obstacles and gaining knowledge.
-Every accomplishment involves a learning curve.
-Realistic expectations are key to perseverance.
-Embrace the journey, including its difficulties.