Day 48 – Performance Requires Recovery
The Inescapable Maxim of Performance Improvement Many share Performance improvement goals, whether in sports, work, or personal development. However, a critical element often overlooked in this pursuit is recovery time. This article explores the vital role of recovery in enhancing performance, demonstrating that performance plateaus or even deteriorates without adequate rest. Recovery time is required […]
Day 47 – Trusting Yourself
In the pursuit of personal and professional growth, a common obstacle many face is a lack of confidence. This shortfall often stems from a deficit in self-trust, a concept eloquently broken down by Stephen Covey in his book “Trust and Inspire.” Covey proposes that trust equals expertise plus intent. This article delves into the two […]
Day 46 – In Case of Emergency
Every entrepreneur is familiar with the daunting statistic: approximately 90% of startup endeavors fail. Yet, despite these odds, we forge ahead. This statistic is not just limited to business ventures; I would argue that a similar failure rate applies to personal transformation efforts. But still, we persist. We push forward, often finding ourselves up against […]
Day 45 – Repetitious Decay
As today is Thanksgiving, I’ve been contemplating the concept of a gratitude journal. A few years ago, I tried this practice. Every day, I wrote down what I was grateful for. This uplifting habit showed some benefits, especially in reflecting on what I have versus what I don’t. I created a consistent habit out of […]
Day 44 – What is Your Field of Dreams?
Entrepreneurs face a critical dilemma at the heart of their ventures: investment versus return. When dedicating time, energy, and money to enhance a product or service, the uncertainty remains—will people actually buy it? In the early stages of a company, there’s an ongoing battle: should you continue to enhance your product or pivot towards securing […]
Day 43 – Leveling Up
In 1974, the gaming world changed forever with the introduction of ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ (D&D) by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. This groundbreaking role-playing game (RPG) not only captivated players but also introduced a novel concept to mainstream society: the idea of ‘leveling up.’ Over the decades, this notion has transcended gaming, embedding itself in […]
Day 42 – Failing Upwards
A question that has long intrigued me is, ‘Why do some companies, despite appearing mediocre, still manage to find success?’ Similarly, I’ve observed individuals who frequently seem to fail, yet they ultimately achieve greater success. What underlying dynamics are at play here?The more I’ve observed this phenomenon, the clearer it becomes that these companies, like […]
Day 41 – Chasing Rainbows
My grandmother Leatha, who will turn 99 next year, once shared a story from her childhood about ‘chasing a rainbow.’ Influenced by family tales of Irish folklore, where Leprechauns are said to hide pots of gold at rainbows’ ends, young Leatha embarked on a quest. She was determined to find this rainbow and claim the […]
Day 40 – Process Not Tools
This morning, I grappled with feelings of distraction and a lack of focus. This isn’t an unusual occurrence for me. The reasons vary – it could be brain chemistry, fatigue, or perhaps the after-effects of not eating well the day before. But one thing is clear: focusing can sometimes be a struggle, and I’m convinced […]
Day 39 – As the World Turns
When I was seven years old, my neighborhood was divided into two types of households: those where moms watched ‘As the World Turns’ and those where they tuned into ‘General Hospital.’ We rarely mixed with families outside this soap opera circle. Returning home from second grade, I was always eager for the latest on Luke […]