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Today's Minute is a quote that hit me this morning. It is from President Calvin Coolidge.
Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence
Talent Will Not.
There is nothing more common than unsuccessful People with talent
Genius Will Not
Unrewarded Genius is almost a proverb
Education Will Not.
The world is full of education derelicts.
Persistence and Determination are Omnipotent
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For out last looking back episode lets talk about how its important to appreciate people.
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So this is one of my favorite videos. And the only reason why is because it was ridiculous. It was supposed to be 107 degrees outside.
I had to rush out and do the recording earlier, which caused me to think about doing things differently.
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An Old Monday Motivation to remind all of us to keep planting seeds. You never know when seeds, planted with care will bear fruit, but in order to get a harvest you must keep planting.
keepmovingforward➡️ #theminutepod #mondaymotivation
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Let's talk about difficulties. They are going to happen. Don't let them stop you. Keep moving forward!
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I mentioned we're going to be taking a look at some of the old minute videos. So let's just jump right into it. And what better place to start than at the beginning.
This is the very first video that I would classify as part of the minute series shot all the way back in 2017. On what looks like a potato, let's hear what I had to say.
It is nice to see that I am consistent if nothing else. I do believe in you and I know you can do something amazing today!
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So, for the next few weeks, next few weeks next few videos, we're going to be talking about practice. Now, I've already stressed that enough inch by inch is a cinch, increase your reps.
The more you work, the more you practice, the better you get. But I want to use something or show you guys something over the next few videos to see the progression.
We talked about exploring the beautiful mess. So we're going to do that for the next few videos. I'm going to be grabbing some of my old minutes and sharing them with you so that you can see just where we've come from. So be on the lookout for those over the next few days.
And try not to laugh at them as hard as I did.
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
I want to share a little bit more on spirals. If the negative feedback loop that you are in is being caused by someone, I give you permission to cut them off. If you have to be respectful of the relationship, don’t be rude about it but get them away from you.
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
If the reason you are in a spiral is because of your own internal monologue, it is time to get a new narrator. Find someone who can look at things objectively. Someone you can trust. Talk to them. Share truth with that person or persons. Tell them you want to escape the spiral and work on a way to break the cycle.
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
So we’ve talk about setting up a positive feedback loop but I need to spend today’s minute talking about the opposite of that. I call it a spiral. This negative feedback loop is created when we accept a negative evaluation and do nothing to break the loop.
The spiral tells you that you can’t do it.
The spiral tells you that you are no good.
I’m here to tell you today that you need to break out of the spiral. I know you can do it. I believe in you. Let’s Go do something great today.
That’s The Minute
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
Yesterday we talked about Feedback Loops and I told you that the first step in the cycle was to get started and be ready for critique. Did you do it? Let me know in the comments. Step 2 is to find someone to give you useful feedback. Well, you’re in luck, the internet is full of people who want to comment. I want you to stack the deck in your favor. Find people whom you trust that can give you constructive criticism.
It might sting but growth comes in the discomfort.
And That’s The Minute
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
Today I want to talk about one of the most useful loops that we can establish. It is called a feedback loop. This is a cycle of action followed by critique. This leads to improved action and so the loop goes. It requires a couple of things. You must first get started and you also need to be open to critique.
One might be easier for you than the other, but you must have both.
So what are you waiting for, go get started.
And That’s The Minute
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Welcome Back to the Minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. I’m your host Carlton, lets begin.
Over the next few sessions, I want to talk about loops. Everything that we do has a rhythm to it. We are creatures of habit, and we like patterns. Some can be incredibly useful. Others can be harmful. I want you to think about the patterns that you are in right now.
What is working for you?
What isn’t?
If you want to do great things out there, you have to do the real work in here.
And That’s the Minute.
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Today I've got a practical minute for you. There's a task that I want you to accomplish for me. And for you. I want you to go out there and I want you to touch the dream. Whatever it is that you're trying to do, if it's a house that you want to live in, if it's a neighborhood you want to be in, if it's a car, you want to drive, a piece of tech you want to own, I want you to go out there and I want you to touch the dream.
I want you to feel it in your hands or see it in with your eyes.
I want you to drive through that neighborhood.
Let that crystallize things for you. Let it become a tangible reminder of this is what I'm chasing after this is what I want, because it'll clarify things. It'll help you to make the right decisions. It'll help you prioritize.
I want you to touch the dream.
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I have a fear. And that fear drives me towards my goals. It's the fear of leaving the music behind, taking it with me when I go, that my goals, my dreams, my purpose, that all those things that I'm supposed to get out of me to share to put out into the world will get buried with me when I'm gone.
There's a legacy that got me to the point where I am today. There are people who pushed me forward who lifted me up who created a foundation that I can stand on, and I don't want to leave that on the table.
I want to make it so that it lives beyond me that others can pick up that same baton and continue forward.
I do not want my music to die with me.
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There's a beauty in messy beginnings. I've talked about this many times, and I said that you've got to stink first. But I want you to understand that it's not just about embarrassing yourself or being or looking foolish before others.
I mean, there's a beauty in the messy beginning, because when people see the mess at the start, it encourages them to do something to step out to try something different.
And as you get better and the growth is seen, it reminds people that they can crawl and get better every day. And then eventually when you're flying, you can remember that messy beginning and see the beauty.
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Why are you here? That's the question. Not Why are you watching this video? Because I hope you like it.
But why are you here?
What is your purpose?
What is the thing that drives you?
What is the service that you provide? And I don't mean in the nine to five way like why are you go to your job and what do you do while you're there? I mean, what's the thing that really motivates you?
How What brings you joy during your day when you are able to express that thing to the world?
For me, I love telling stories
For me, I love solving problems.
For me, I love to point people towards fulfillment, ultimate truth, ultimate joy.
So I asked you, why are you here?
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Today I've got a question for you. And it's a fundamental question, a question meant to get at the heart of what it is you're trying to get accomplished. It's the one thing you've got to know if you want to really achieve those goals and dreams.
Here's the question. Who are you? Not just your name, but your identity? Who are you?
It helps you to prioritize your goals. It helps you to prioritize those dreams. It helps you to clarify what that next right thing is.
So I asked you again, who are you? If you can answer that question, and even if you just have a small idea, you will find yourself propelled ever closer to that vision.
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Celebrate, you've got to celebrate the wins. So we talk about not negotiating on our vision and on our goals. But that doesn't mean that we don't stop to look around and to touch the grass and smell the flowers.
You've got to celebrate every win. I mean, what's the point? What are we doing this for, if not, to have some level of excitement and enjoyment in the things that we're doing?
So I implore you to take time every day and at every milestone to celebrate the wins.
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Use the anger. No, seriously, I want you to use the anger. There are going to be things that are going to happen along your journey that are going to ain't make you angry, they're gonna piss you off. And here's the thing that I want you to do.
Don't let that rage turn into something unproductive. I want you to use the anger. Let it drive you let it push you forward, let it get you moving. Let it energize you. Because when you you're going to need energy along the way.
So let those people who make you angry, push you even faster towards your goals
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Today's minute is for my Marrieds, the folks who've made that commitment to another person. You've got to honor that commitment as well.
So as we talk about not negotiating on our vision and on our goals, you can't do these things in a vacuum. You've got to make sure that you are honoring the relationship that you're in as you go towards a vision.
So that means you've got to get with your spouse, and you've got to get buy in on what you're doing. Because when the two of you are walking together, you will see an even greater reward.
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Commitment is the key to getting things done. If you can commit to it, you will see it through. But when we say commit, we don't mean commit in a squishy way. We don't mean commit in a... if it works out, I'll keep going kind of way.
I mean commitment when it looks ugly
Commitment, when it's hard
Commitment when it doesn't work the way we expect.
What if nothing changes, and it takes a year before any traction happens?
Will you be committed to seeing it through, you've got to have that level of commitment. Again, No Negotiating On Your Vision.
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So over the weekend, I had the honor of performing a wedding. And when you go into a wedding, one of the things that is paramount is the commitment. And so the question I have for you today is are you committed to your vision? Are you committed to the goals that you set and are you going to see them through? Will you honor your word before yourself and do the things that you said you would do? Because when you do that, when you put your whole self in, when you bring everything that you have to the table, you will see things happen, and they will be glorious
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Welcome back to the minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started.
What are the gaps in your life? Have you identified them? There's a space between where you are right now and where you want to be. You've got to identify that gap. If you don't identify your gaps, your gaps will govern you.
And that's The Minute
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Welcome back to the minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. What's the next right thing you should be doing? Seriously, you've got a goal. You're trying to execute on a vision. What's the next right thing that you need to do? There's steps to this thing. It's not an all or nothing.
So when you're planning your day, when you're planning your activities for the week, when you're planning the things that you're going to do for the month, build it out that way. What's the next right thing I should be doing? There should never be a moment where you go, Oh, no, I don't have anything to do.
Because if you're executing on your goals, there's got to be a next right thing. So when you get off this video, what's the next right thing you should be doing?
That's #theminutepod
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Welcome back to the minute 60 seconds, something interesting, just enough to get you started. Consistency is key. I know we just did a video on increasing your reps, but I'm going to keep hammering this point, it comes up in every video whether you want to believe it or not,
The whole point of the minute video happening, the way that it does is because it gave me an opportunity to exercise my gift, execute on my craft every day. So when you don't see me, that means that I'm executing it in some other place.
But for all of us, we've got to be consistent with what we're doing, you want to get better, be consistent.
And that's the minute
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Don't be worried to stink first.
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So today I want to ask you a question. Are you being humble? Or are you hiding? This is something that we all do, and I'm especially guilty of it. I think or I say, Oh, well, I'm not going to do this thing, or I'm just going to let it go or I'm not going to take this opportunity. But in actuality, I'm afraid of failure.
I'm afraid to mess up and to look foolish by not accomplishing the thing that I think I'm capable of. So I want to challenge you and myself, to chase after the things that we say you want.
So again, question for you. Are You Humble or Are You Hiding
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Want to get better? You've got to practice your craft more and more. Increase your reps
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Today I want you do something for me. I want you to commit to asking for what you want. Be demanding was the theme of the 120 conference. Patterns can be good but sometimes we forget to question them.
How many opportunities have you missed because you assumed you knew the answer?
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Did you know you can start again? You are not stuck in the situation you find yourself.
Your life is not over because of a mistake or an erroneous assumption. You can start over again, but you must be different. Stop digging the hole and show yourself as different
To the people who don’t believe you are different, don’t argue, don’t be bothered in the slightest. Instead let your success be your answer.
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I just got back from a conference and the one statement that sticks out in my mind is
You do not have permission to use the truth as an excuse to fail.
I know, there are things that have happened to us.
I know, there is pain in our pasts.
Those things happened. That is the truth.
But
Yesterday ended last night and we have goals that we want to accomplish. So, acknowledge that truth and choose to act support of your goals.
Be demanding of yourself and do something amazing today.
That’s the Minute.
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I am sure that there is a wide variety of things for you to tackle. You might even be energized or overwhelmed by them all. I want you to focus on building success one step at a time.
This means picking one thing, no matter how small at first, and doing that one thing with excellence an d precis ion. One of my old coaches used to say, Inch by Inch is a Cinch.
So start attacking those goals One By One.
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You are a miracle. Because of that we need to hear your voice. Don’t be silenced. Your perspective is important, now more than ever. #theminute #dadlife
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You are a Miracle. The fact that you have made it this far is a testament to your resilience.
It is hard to persevere.
It is difficult to persist.
If you are really putting in the work then keep reaching for the reward.
If not... then get started.
You Can Do It.
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Taking a walk to pick up my lunch but I was drawing a blank on what to post today. So I followed a time tested technique. Getting started.
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It is time to stop playing small. You got this.
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Remember that even crooked sticks can make straight lines.
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Today I want you to know that you deserve joy,
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Don’t let your self doubt minimize the hard work you have done. You earned your seat at the table. In many cases you have worked harder than those who feel entitled to be in the room. Be confident. Go and do.
dadlife #minute #impostersyndrome #motivationalvideos #motivationmonday
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The Minute is ALMOST back. I just wanted to let everyone know that I am still alive and am almost out from under all of the boxes from our move. To celebrate having an office again I bought myself a new mic and decided to test things out. The Minute returns for Season 3 on the 23 of September. Keep pushing.
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A quick update from the Life in the Clouds Podcast team. More like life in the whirlwind. 😂. We finally sold and move out of our house. Hopefully as things get settled we will return to our regular schedule of episodes. Looking forward to creating some new content now that I have my office/studio mostly setup. I hope that you have been attacking those goals and remember, perfection is not the price of admission.
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Welcome to day two of the create something every day challenge. I decided to do a little voice work while putting my son to bed. So you’ll definitely hear his bedtime music playing in the background while I’m reading to him. I’m reading from chapter 2 of think and grow rich a black choice.
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Perfection is not the price of admission.
Welcome to day one of the create something today challenge. Five days, something new, do it no matter what. Thanks for joining me on this challenge. Over the next five days I want you to create something new every day. It doesn’t matter what medium it doesn’t matter what you’re saying. It only matters that you create something that you want to see in the world. Take this moment, think of something and then don’t wait... EXECUTE. And remember perfection is not the price of admission.
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Now that you are executing consistently let’s talk about tweaking our process. Look for the little things that get in the way and get past them.
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You have got to put points on the scoreboard every day. You will get better but you have got to be consistent. #dadlife #minute
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Now is the time to get moving. Don’t hesitate, go now!
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Now is the time to get started. Now is the time to start chasing that dream. Now is the time to put that plan into action. Stop waiting on someone else to give you the ok.
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So I decided to take a walk because it’s super nice outside. We’ll call this story time with Carlton. #minute #story #testing
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Have you decided what you will do when the moment comes? Priorities are important to your success. #dadlife #minute #priorities
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Shout out to the Pass the Mic podcast for sparking today’s Minute.
Context is everything when working with your clients and in your regular relationships. Don’t push an agenda or a product before you understand where the other party is coming from. #formersalesguy #relationshipmatters #minute
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Don’t complicate situations with too much information. Don’t talk your clients out of something they need. #formersalesguy #relationshipmatters
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The littlest Carlton joins me for this special Saturday edition of The Minute. If you want to see Little Carlton check out the video version of this episode at https://youtu.be/kT1eHmVmNpY
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“If you stay ready you don’t have to get ready!” - @etthehiphoppreacher as we get into today’s Minute. The Minute is a Weekday Podcast where I take 60 seconds and share just enough to get you started. #dadlife #breatheuniversity
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Still looking for ideas. Try leveraging you relationships. How can you add value to those around you.
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Where do you find ideas? On this episode of The Minute I talk about just that.
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It has been several days since the last minute as there has been a flurry of activity in our family. My apologies. I was sitting outside of my daughters gymnastics class and thought I would take the opportunity to share.
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On this episode of The Minute I am joined by my 5th grader. She shares her thoughts on the importance of school. #dadlife #minute #silly
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Good Morning, my name is Carlton Matthews and this is the Minute. 60 seconds, something interesting... Just enough to get you started.
As we slide into day 4 of Who Am I week I’m going to shift gears a bit. The last 2 days were about important roles that I fill in life. Being a father and husband are 2 of the most rewarding aspects of who I am. Today tho, let’s talk about how I am a big NERD.
Computers, comic books, video games, sci-fi, and fantasy. I can still remember the first time I ever used a computer, the boxes of comic books I horded and my _still_ growing collection of video games.
I was able to parlay my nerdiness into my professional life. I’ve worked across industries, from the federal government to video games, desiging/building technical solutions.
What about you? Are you a nerd like me? How would you classify yourself?
No matter what, this is The Minute, now go out there and get started.
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Good Morning, my name is Carlton Matthews and this is the Minute. 60 seconds, something interesting... Just enough to get you started.
Building on yesterday’s who am I about being a husband today let’s talk fatherhood. I am a proud, yet tired father of 4. 3 girls and one boy.
Their ages range from 15 years old down to 7 weeks. Yes, that is quite the range in ages. Yes you can find it humorous.
I love being a Dad like my Father and his father before him. #Dadlife is real. I tell anyone worries about being a Dad not to worry. Just know that being a Dad is great, and act accordingly.
Any Fathers in the house? How many and what ages?
This has been The Minute. Now go out there and get started.
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Good Morning, my name is Carlton Matthews and this is the Minute. 60 seconds, something interesting... Just enough to get you started.
So to flesh out The Who am I statement from yesterday, I want to start with my most important role, husband. My wife and I will be starting our 17th year of marriage in April, though we have been together for 21. We met online before it was cool. In fact there was a concern that I was at best some internet weirdo and at worst an ace murderer.
Together we live in the whirlwind of life holding onto each other.
What is your primary relationship? How did it come about?
This has been The Minute, now go get started.
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Good Morning, my name is Carlton Matthews and this is the Minute. 60 seconds, something interesting… Just enough to get you started.
Now that we are back for Season 2, I figure I should reintroduce myself. Let me start here. I am a married, father of 4, who solves problems using technology and devotes “free” time encouraging people to get started.
Now it’s your turn. Who are you?
The Minute is a short burst of inspiration delivered every weekday.
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Easy on yourself that's the topic for today's minutes.
I had a conversation a few weeks back in with the young man and we were discussing his frustrations with where he was and how he thought he be further along in life.
He was concerned that he was missing something. He felt that things had fallen apart. I told him Not to worry, that he is still young and there is time. Even if he was someone my age I would tell him the same thing. Be Easy on Yourself
if you are concerned that you haven’t gotten as far as you would have liked, don’t worry. It might even be true but that doesn't change the fact that you're in your process so don't worry about where you haven't gotten. Worry about how you can get moving now and find your pace.
You’ve got this!
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Welcome back to the minute 60 seconds, something interesting, hopefully you can take something from it.
I was listening to an interview and the host said the following quote, “don't sell a dollar for a nickel.” This got me thinking as I didn’t quite get it at first.
I finally landed on this, don't spend something of great value on something of lesser value. We spend a lot of time doing things, we spend a lot of time in situations and circumstances, even jobs.
I'm telling you, what's most valuable is your time and if you're trading your time for something that has little value you're making a mistake. I wanted to share that with you today because you got to use that which has value to get something of even greater value.
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Piggybacking on yesterday’s post on finding joy. When you start sharing your joy I want you to be LOUD. If you want to help others find their joy you have to be loud about how amazing it is to have found it. Don’t let conformity push you back into the silent middle. Be LOUD. #dadlife #minute #joy
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In today’s Minute I share how it is important to find joy which last beyond a situation. Once you have found joy spend your time helping others to do the same.
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The Minute returns so let me reintroduce this podcast. 60 seconds designed to be interesting to me, and hopefully you.
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I figured I had to give a passing thought to the word no. Being selective is not bad. As I mentioned yesterday you should pick the things that matter which means to focus on what drives. However you also need to give yourself permission to say no when needed.
Sorry for the late post but we thought baby time was coming early but praise God for a false alarm. #dadlife #minute #sayYes
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You’ve got to make sure that the decision you make matter. More importantly make sure they matter to you. #dadlife #minute #sayYes
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How do we decide on big things? Try the 10 10 10 Method.
Take 10 minutes away from the decision to clear the impulsive drive.
Consider how you’ll feel about this decision in 10 Months.
Consider how you’ll feel about this decision in 10 Years.
If you’ll regret not taking action in 10 and 10 then you need to move forward.
If not then say no and move on.
The key here is to attack the things where there is passion and drive. If it is not a YES! Then come let it go.
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One technique I use to build a yes momentum in my life is the 60 second decision. Consider the situation and as many factors as you can in 60 seconds and then make a decision. It keeps you from getting bogged down in analysis.
This is for small things, mundane tasks and decisions with lesser consequences. Tomorrow I’ll talk about a technique for attacking Big Decisions
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1 week until the new baby and I wanted to spend some time talking about saying YES.
Many of us spend a lot of our energy finding ways to say NO. We shut things down. We excuse and explain why something won’t work. While there is value in being selective I want you to say YES to these three things.
Say YES to your Goals Say YES to your Dreams Say YES to YOURSELF
While the next weeks and months are going to be a whirlwind for me and my family, I want you to know that I am hear to listen and to help.
Go Go GO!
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Thanks for your patience as the minute gets sporadic for the month of November. I wanted to give a quick update on my national novel writing month progress. I also wanted to encourage you to do something nice for someone who matters to you. Have a great weekend. #DadLife #Minute
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The rambling man is back. This video is all over the place as I try to get some of my thoughts out. Hopefully you can tease something out of this mess. #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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We stand in the shoulders of giants so that we can make a foothold for those who will follow us.
What will you do with the legacy left for you? What will your legacy be?
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November is my favorite month because of #NaNoWriMo. I have learned a ton over my years participating. My biggest takeaway is that I don’t need perfection to make progress. #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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You need to give yourself permission to feel as well. Your emotions are important to your walk as well. Learn to use them constructively not destructively.
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While not waiting for permission from others is important, it is even more important to give YOURSELF permission to start.
Today I want you to give yourself permission.
PERMISSION to Start PERMISSION to Make Mistakes PERMISSION to Succeed
You can do it!
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In an era of fake it until you make it, choose to be vulnerable.
Open up. Ask for help. You never know who is out there looking to support you.
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If you are waiting for permission, stop. I repeat, stop waiting for permission. I can’t stress it enough that you do not need permission to move towards your goals.
The question is whether you are willing to move beyond the pain of rejection to see success?
So many missed opportunities come because we waited on permission.
If you are putting out good into the world? Do it. Do it it Now.
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Got a question from yesterday’s post. How do I take risks when I’ve built something that I want to protect?
No stays the same forever. You’ve got to try new things, sometimes abandoning an old way, in order to find success. You didn’t build that thing playing it Safe. You had to make a decision and decisions are risky.
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Let your success be the answer to the naysayers. #dadlife #minute #inthecloudspod
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Friday push! Keep it moving friends. Now is not the time to slow down. You can accomplish that goal but you have to get moving.
Don’t let the past keep you from your future. Don’t beat yourself up because your journey takes a little longer. Don’t let fear stop you. Let it drive you.
You got this. #podsincolor #minute #dadlife
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What is one of the worst pieces of advice you can give your child? Playing it safe is dangerous because it creates a mindset that avoids discomfort, runs from conflict, and fears change. Nothing could be worse for a child. Everything about growing up is difficult. Relationships are hard.
School changes... Body changes... Friend changes...
It also stays with them well into adulthood, possibly forever, keeping them trapped in circumstances they want to escape.
What are some other terrible pieces of advice we give to our children?
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Don’t neglect the hard work and then expect to see significant success. You can’t cruise downhill without an uphill climb. #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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Don’t worry. Face your fears. Do it anyway.
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At the end of the day the most important step you can take is to get started. All the techniques in the world mean nothing if you don’t take action.
Want to grow in your faith. You need to seek God. Want to grow in your business. You need to prospect. Want to grow in your relationships. You need to communicate with your partner.
No matter what you’ve got to take action and there is no better time to get started than now. Then be consistent and continue taking action everyday.
You’ve got this, but you’ve got to get started.
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There is a difference between happiness and joy. Happiness is situational while joy is more than that, it’s deeper.
Not being able to drive doesn’t make me happy but I was happy to ride in with my wife today.
Find moments that make you happy but seek out something larger that brings joy into your life.
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In order to be ready you need space to make moves. This is called margin. Have you built enough margin in your life? If not you’ll find it difficult to make the moves you want. Boundaries and Margin go hand in hand. #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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Sometimes you just have to laugh and the absurd. I am the guy trying to walk on crutches on a drizzly morning holding a cup of coffee. Don’t laugh too hard. I could happen to anyone. #dadlife #minute #absurdity #laughanyway
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Sometimes you have to be willing to be patient and play the long game. I couldn’t believe how long this person had been trying to connect with me. The first email was almost 3 years ago. Hopefully I can add value to what they are doing. #minute #podsincolor #dadlife
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If it landed in your lap, could you hold it. If it happened today could you accept it. If the goal were realized today could you sustain it? If not you better get ready. #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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Some opportunities appear when we least expect them. You need to position yourself so you can take advantage of them. Will you be ready when the moment comes? #dadlife #minute #podsincolor
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