As I write this post, I just turned 30 years old last week, which naturally made me reflect on the last 30 years of my life as anyone who has just turned 30 does - well actually the last 25, because who remembers stuff until they're 5 anyway, right? Either way, I got to thinking about the practices in my life that have chiseled and forged me into the person I am today, and there was one that really stood out. Sure, I could make a big massive list post about everything that has helped me so … [Read more...]
Can’t Get Motivated? Try Dwelling on Your Success
We all go through personal rough patches in our lives. A job loss. A failed project. A tough breakup. Or maybe you just can't get motivated. Whatever the situation, these kinds of periods often feel like they're "our fault" and can be very disheartening when they happen. They can often leave you feeling like a big ol' giant failure. Trust me. I've been there. Less than 5 years ago, I was out of a job and hitting the employment search like thousands of others the world financial crisis … [Read more...]
Why Do You Do That To Yourself? Always Be Improving.
I had an interesting experience this weekend I'd like to share with you. Something that reminded me how differently that high achieving individuals think than the rest of the world. Something that should resonate heavily with you. And something that you should never lose sight of if you are going to be a high achiever. I was driving home from a family event with my grandmother in the car with me. We were having a nice conversation about things I've been doing, things I'm working on now, and … [Read more...]
Want More Out of Life? Learn The Fast Track Formula of Academy Success
Throughout my life, I've examined a fair number of successful individuals. Being the curious person that I am, I've often wondered, what's so special about them that allows them to continually do the things that they do? A lot of people say you're just born to be successful, that it can't be earned. Well I just can't accept that. I've seen too many ordinary people do extraordinary things to believe that a successful mindset is only inherited. Maybe some people are born with more natural … [Read more...]