The Thoughtful Entrepreneur 1618 – Giving Up on Everything in Your Way with Byron Morrison
Jul 26, 2023
20:09
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Mindset & High Performance Strategist, Byron Morrison.
Byron Morrison is not just an ordinary guest. He is a professional who has dedicated his life to helping others navigate their personal and professional lives. His work primarily involves working with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, equipping them with the mindset and skills to make better decisions and confidently lead.
He also talked about overcoming fear by not being too hard on oneself and needing self-compassion. We often dwell on past mistakes, but Byron encourages shifting focus from dwelling on these to learning from them and implementing changes for the future.
Byron shared his insights on how to prevent and recover from burnout. He highlighted three key factors: reconnecting with purpose, developing the right routines, and setting boundaries.Remembering why you started and finding what excites you can help reconnect with your purpose. Prioritizing your health and finding balance through the right routines is also crucial. Lastly, knowing when to take time off and step back is essential in setting boundaries.
Byron also touched on the arbitrary nature of self-imposed deadlines and the need to delegate tasks effectively. He advises leaders to identify their zone of genius and delegate tasks outside of it. Clear communication and understanding with the person they are delegating to is also vital.
Key Points from the Episode:
- Discussion about Byron Morrison's professional work
- Conversation about his book, "Maybe You Should Give Up"
- Exploration of the concept of giving up on obstacles to achieve goals
- Conversation about overcoming fear and taking action
- Discussion about being too hard on oneself and the importance of self-compassion
- Conversation about burnout and thethree factors to prevent and recover from burnout: reconnecting with purpose, developing the right routines, and setting boundaries
- Shifting focus from dwelling on past mistakes to learning and implementing changes for the future
- Advice for leaders on delegation and avoiding becoming a bottleneck in the business