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Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsYour best life is built sequentially, one level at a time. Forget the elevator. Climb all the stairs to the top, and you’ll have lasting success.In 1954, Abraham Maslow released Motivation and Personality. His Hierarchy of needs theory is all about climbing to the top.Maslow suggested that to reach your full potential:1) You must provide for your physiological needs. Food, clothing, shelter, money, and more.  2) You must feel safe. Personally, emotionally, financially, health and well-being, and against accidents and illness.3) Socially, you need to feel love and belonging. 4) Esteem and the desire for acceptance, respect, and value by others is your next step. Self-actualization requires mastery of your previous needs. Maslow said, “What a man can be, he must be.”5) Self-transcendence removes you from your ego and begins your focus on the greater good.Your best life is built sequentially, one level at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Never Miss a Good OpportunityGetting what you want always comes down to knowing what it is, deciding to go after it, and not stopping until you get it. But what happens when you need somebody's help to get it, and they won't step up?I'll never forget that warm September day I made up my mind to get a membership at a new gym. They had been in pre-sale for months, and I had finally decided to drag myself off the sofa and grab a pre-opening special before it was gone.When I walked through the door, it was a beehive of activity. People everywhere packing up equipment. They were moving to the new location across the street. At that moment, I thought I missed my chance, but I stepped up to the counter anyway,"Can I get signed up?"The young girl behind the counter said something that blew my mind."I can't help you. The computer is unplugged. Besides, you've had a couple of months. You're kind of late."Let me get this straight. This business, whose only reason for existence is to get members, can't because their computer is unplugged, and it's my fault?I was picking my jaw up off the floor when the owner saw what was happening. He stopped what he was doing, grabbed a contract, and said,"Of course we can. We'll do it the old-fashion way and enter it into the computer tomorrow. You can pay when you come to work out."With that, I walked out with my new membership. I started working out the next day, and the actions of that day changed my life.How?I had been working out for a few months, and the owner noticed my results. Knowing I had a martial arts background, he asked if I would teach a few kickboxing classes. I agreed, and Motivation To Move was born a few months later. Nothing has ever been the same.I learned a valuable lesson about business and life that day.Once you decide what you want, whether running a business or on a treadmill, never miss out on an opportunity to get what you want. Even if the computer is unplugged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are You Stuck in The Middle?Have you ever found yourself stuck in the middle?I was speaking with a client who was trying to be everything to everybody. His business was not growing. His life was not happy. He couldn’t seem to find a way to make progress.  That’s when I said…“My friend, you are stuck in the middle. Nothing good happens when you are in the middle.”Having low expectations and being surrounded by like-minded folks is okay in business and life. It’s also okay to reach for your dreams, have high expectations, and expect that of others.What happens if you’re in the middle?When low and high expectations combine, confusion is the result. Mediocrity overtakes quality. Frustration will be your daily friend.The choice is yours. If I were you, I would make the decision never to get stuck in the middle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six Mindset Shifts For Better ResultsOn your last day on earth, the person you became will meet the person you could have become." — AnonymousYou're smart. You're not going to let that happen to you - right? Here are six mindset shifts to make sure you are living on purpose right now -1) Live a good lifestyle. Eat good stuff and exercise.2) Think long-term. Find your groove and stick with it.3) Play BIG. Small thinking is not why you were born.4) Be responsible. No more excuses. That’s the only way to be happy.5) Learn to be more flexible. Stop being hard-headed. Go with the flow to get what you want.6) Embrace hard work. There is no Magic Bullet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Behavior Hacks For a Better DayYour mind is the most potent super-computer ever created. Here are a few ways to hack it and transform your life.1) Start using a "Good Enough" approach. Perfectionism is doing nothing to move you forward.2) Use your ONE mind to do ONE thing. Multitasking is splitting your focus and energy. It's also delaying your success.3) Let go of control. Some things are up to someone else. Figure out what they are and move on.4) Say NO to anything that does not directly support your Goals. Do what you KNOW will get you what you want. Don't do something in hopes of getting what you want.5) Hang out with supportive, positive, and nurturing people. Let toxic people create their group.6) Be willing not to be liked. If you avoid making folks unhappy, you're not moving toward your dreams.7) Focus on the story of YOU. Minimize social media and television. When you do, you also minimize the influence others have on you.Notice how most h acks are simply relying on yourself first.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clear Your Clutter, Clear Your MindI’ve noticed in my life that humans are hoarders when it comes to keeping stuff that works and doesn’t. They keep hanging on; their life depends on it.Now, before I go on, I think there are two situations at play here:1) Hanging on to what has worked well but needs to go so you can do more of what you want to do.2) Hanging on what doesn’t work in hopes that it will work well someday.Both can go on for years, leading to frustration as you long for something else. I was on the phone with a client this morning, and we ran into that situation. We began dealing with it a few months ago, and it’s still rearing its ugly head in her life. After exploring it from every angle—Should I keep it?Should I put it to the side and come back to it?Should I toss it and start over?Should I… should I… should I.I finally said the only thing that came to mind -“The mere fact that you keep questioning it tells me you want to drop it. You’re just worried about what comes next, which is strange because what’s next is what you want. Let me ask a question—How would you feel if you dropped everything holding you back and woke up in the morning with a clean slate and ready to move?”She smiled. You know, with that almost embarrassed look that people get when they can’t pretend anymore. She was busted, and she knew it. That’s when she said—“I’m not going to lie. That would feel great!”We had a “moment,” and everything changed. I suggested a 30-day cooling-off period, but with the understanding that she is moving forward and not backward.A few hours later, she sent me a note. It said, “I don’t need 30 days. Thanks.”It’s simple. When making a life decision, if you stay, you can’t go; if you go, you can’t stay. Make your choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why a Balanced Life is a MythI always hear, "My goal is to balance my life better." It's as if balancing is static and can be achieved and maintained once you have it.Balance is dynamic, fleeting, ever-changing, and always challenging. Sure, it feels good when you reach equilibrium, but what about all that fun you had on your way there?I learned about balance when I worked in radio.My job was to balance the new music everyone wanted to hear, and the old music folks loved to remember. We balanced male and female bands, duos, and anything else musicians would toss at us.That sure sounds like life. Imagine a life of rotating the new and exciting with the mundane and routine. Time for yourself and time for your family. A bit for the boss and time to play.  Never too much. Never too little. You are always changing. That's balance. Embrace the journey of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imperfect Steps to Perfect DreamsDo you love the feeling you get when an exciting idea pops your head? The most appealing aspect of anything new in your life always happens initially -when it’s still a dream inside your head. It’s when it’s time to take actual action that folks slow down - fast!Here’s how to break free:1) Dreams only come true when you take massive action and establish momentum.2) Fear of the unknown will stop you. What do I do? Where do I start? Will it work? No worries. One word will change everything.3) The next time you don’t know what to do, embrace your inner NON-perfectionist. Take “Massive IMPERFECT Action” until things start to move forward.Sometimes, your feet must travel down the path of your dreams before you see the entire picture. Stand up, take a step, and repeat. You’ll figure it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Endure to Earn. Questions For ResilienceA few years ago, I was chatting with a friend about business. He owned a struggling martial arts school and was crafting a master plan to grow in the coming year.  I had four questions:1) How long do you think it will take to learn what it takes to succeed?2) How long are you willing to work to reach your goal?3) How long will your money last?  4) When will you begin earning - and how much?Be prepared before you begin. Consider those questions before you set off on your journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rough Roads Smooth SuccessesLife is a long and winding road. It has many ups and downs and a few surprises along the way. Here's what you can expect: 1) Follow your passion, and the money will arrive. It may take longer than you think. It may be less than you believe. It doesn't matter. You'll be happy.2) Nothing will happen until you move from daydreaming to daily action.3) The road will be rough. Then, it will smooth out. Then, it will be rough again.4) Whatever path you thought you would travel will change.5) You will find speed limits. Sometimes, you will move slowly. Sometimes fast. Pay attention to the signs that arrive in your life.6) Frustration will be a constant companion. So will excitement.7) You must be strong to stay focused on the big picture.8) When you arrive, you will find yourself seeking another adventure.  Success is a journey that brings out the best in you. Arriving at your destination will make you desire another journey. Stay busy, my friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices