Daily Boost Motivation and Coaching

So, What Do You Do?Two people came into a restaurant and walked up to the bar. While it sounds like the setup for a joke, what's about to happen is much more serious.My friend and New York Times Best Selling Author, Joel Comm, has a favorite question for times like these -So, What Do You Do?Asking that simple question can propel hours of conversation - as proven by my client.While attending an event, she was standing at a bar when the gentleman next to her asked, "So what do you do?"Her quick response was to say, "Anything I want!"Obviously, her answer caused question marks to rise from her new friend's ears as curiosity rose.Frankly, my client's answer wasn't the defacto narrative she had spewed for years. She's nearing an early retirement, and her next phase is unclear. Still, she knew one thing— she wasn't going to talk about the past-- and that scared her to death.She was also fearful of what others will think, say, and do about her response. She should not have been.Asking, "So, what do you do" is an excellent door-openers that allow us to not talk about ourselves and express interest in others - something everybody loves. It's also an opportunity for you to give an honest answer that will likely stimulate the imagination of the person you are speaking to.Talk about a great conversation starter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Practice Makes GreatnessIt’s been said that Practice makes perfect. That might be true if you were able to practice perfectly. If that were the case, why would you need to practice?Practice does not make perfect. Practice makes permanent.  Practice bad thinking, and you will get all the bad thoughts you could ever want.Practice makes permanent.Practice bad manners and are sure to get better at being rude.Practice makes permanent.Practice bad relationship skills, and you are guaranteed to miss out on the best life has to offer.Practice makes permanent.It is always that way, it will never change, and you can harness its power.Practice being positive, forward-thinking, and believing that life is good. That’s what you will get.Practice being a good person that is always thinking of others. You will find yourself surrounded by good people.Practice being present, respectful, and loving in your relationships. You will never be alone.Yes, practice makes permanent, but it also makes for greatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your Happiness EquationIs there a magic formula for happiness?Yes. It comes down to how you look at the world.Most folks do one of two things:1) They view everything from an emotional place. When life is good, everything is excellent. When things go wrong, life is terrible. Remaining stuck in the emotional zone is like writing a letter in the sand with a rising tide; it will never stick around long enough to make you happy.2) Others view the world from a black-and-white and logical perspective. But life is not always logical. Using your analytical brain for everything is like painting a wall black and expecting a rainbow of colors.I’ve found the best way is to naturally ride the highs and lows of emotions, tap into logic to navigate what crosses our path, and get back to the fun of emotions as soon as possible.Emotion + Logic + Emotion = Happiness.First and foremost, humans are emotional creatures that will not change. But logic allows us to sort through our feelings and make the best decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raising Your Self-ConfidenceI got off the phone with a client who told me I insulted her with a comment on a recent call. I said, “Your self-confidence is low, and that’s okay. Everybody has low self-confidence - even if they walk with a swagger that says otherwise.”It turns out she had spent the entire day thinking about my comment. She didn’t realize that I was only referring to a moment in time along her journey. We had a short conversation and sorted things out. Afterward, I sent this -No matter how long you live, how much you succeed, or how much swagger you have in your walk, there will always be someplace where you feel like the underdog. It’s the same way for everybody. As soon as you take the next step, your self-confidence is forever boosted - until the next step arrives. The process will continue throughout your life.If you want unstoppable self-confidence, get used to feeling uncomfortable and taking action anyway.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if everything you did today came with no limitations and good consequences?  What could you do with your life?Limitations can be helpful. Staying within speed limits keeps you from getting tickets. That's good.Limiting yourself to a job that doesn't serve you? That's bad. Fear of change usually creates limitations. Or is it the fear of harmful consequences? What would happen if all consequences were good? Asking someone on a date may cause fear and hold you back. That all goes away the instant you hear, "Yes!"Reach for the good!Roll through your day believing that you are ten feet tall and bulletproof. Anything is possible! The Universe might prove you right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a simple formula that you can apply to get what you want, enjoy the process, and ensure that it will last for a lifetime.1) Get clarity. You must clearly define what you want. When you don’t know your path, you will drift with frustration.2) Accurate Thinking. Assume that you are not getting the correct information. Double-check and confirm. Then move forward. The more accurate your understanding of your plan, the more comfortable and quicker it will be to get there.3) Leverage. You may think that you can do all the heavy lifting yourself, and you can see in the beginning. But why? You’ll get there faster if you find a way to leverage every action for maximum results. Don’t go it alone.4) Systemization. Create ritualized actions that move you closer to what you want. Once there, automate those actions. Your purpose required an operating system to stay focused and on track.Get what you want to be using CALLS to action: Clarity. Accurate Thinking. Leverage. Systemization.  Life is about to get much more relaxed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a child, I remember heading out the door for a day in an endless adventure. It usually concluded with a game of Hide-And-Seek.  Those days seemed to last forever.These days, most of us are still running until the sun goes down. But there's so much to do that we rarely have time to ponder the bigger picture.Remember-You will always find time for your most important tasks. You will eat, sleep, pay bills, feed the dog, and take care of your children - no matter how crazy life gets.When life gets crazy, and you scream, "Something has to GIVE…" it's usually your dreams for the future that get put off.Steven Covey reminded us how important it is to focus on what's important as much as possible. Make sure you put yourself on the list too. Then, when life goes off the rails, fix it as soon as possible, get back to what's essential, and keep moving.Not all dreams come true, but the important ones always seem to come your way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how ditching your to-do list for a 'Did I Do It List' can reduce stress and focus on goals. Discover the benefits of prioritizing tasks and achieving quick results. Embrace new possibilities and find excitement in exploring uncharted experiences.

Do you remember what it was like to be in 1st grade?It was when everybody lavished you with encouragement for being YOU - and because you finished your art project without eating the glue.Those were beautiful times. But you may have noticed things have changed since you were okay to take a nap in the middle of class. You grew up.Yes, growing into an adult brings many mentors your way. They do their best to motivate and inspire you. But you know in your heart that they can only do so much. It's up to you to drive yourself in the direction of your dreams. That's called adulting.I say it's time to PYOTB, my friend!  YOU are your own BEST Cheerleader. Don't sit around waiting for somebody to make you feel good. Pat yourself on the butt. Scream, "I done GOOD!"  It's going to be the best day ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mapping Your SuccessWouldn’t it be great if you had a plan to help you get what you want? What you need is M.A.P.S. - a system that gets thinking out of the way and focuses on actions in four areas:Motivation - Everything begins with motivation and knowing ‘WHY’ you set your goals. Stay motivated.Accountability: Being accountable and accepting responsibility for your results will empower your success. Saying, ‘If it’s to be, it’s up to me’ is a great way to get started.Planning: Plan your work, work you plan. It’s simple. If you can’t plan it, you won’t be able to do it.Systemization: The first steps of any worthy goal are difficult. As you get more comfortable with your process, lock in the actions and repeat them until you get what you want.Sustainability: Everything takes longer than you think. Momentum is built in life by stacking your accomplishments sequentially. Make sure you set yourself up for the long haul.The freedom you desire rests on a stable and repeatable foundation. Motivation, Accountability, Planning, Systemization, and Sustainability.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices