Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert: Recent Episodes
Del Gilbert
The Accelerating Excellence podcast will energize and equip you to be your best, personally and professionally. Each episode provides clear, practical insights that will enable you to thrive in the marketplace and beyond.
It's a common belief that simply being excellent in our field of work leads to career success. Quality is important, but it's not the only determinant of career success.
Quality needs to be combined with warmth and reliability. What if you're excellent in your area of expertise but difficult to work with or can't be counted on?
In episode #137 of the Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert podcast, I explain why all three elements are necessary for career success. Two out of three won't do!
"A lie, believed to be true, will affect your life as if it were true."
- Henry Cloud * "I'm not a morning person."
- "I'm not good with technology."
- "The other candidates are more qualified than me. I'll never get the job."
Your beliefs determine your behavior. How you view life is how you do life. You cannot consistently act in a way that is inconsistent with the way you see yourself. In episode #136 of the Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert podcast, you learn to how to how to have a health view of yourself.
"Learning to communicate skillfully will rapidly improve every area of your life."
- Brian Tracy Communication is one of life's most important skills. Why? Because we communicate 80% of our waking hours. Today, we suffer from information overload. Most communication is simply a data dump. Learn how to structure your communication in a way that is easy to understand. In episode #135 of the Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert podcast, you learn to how to communicate in a way that is easy to follow and easy to understand. If your communication is clear, you'll be regarded as an expert.
Let's be honest. Most presentations are boring. How many times have you wished a presentation would go longer? Developing the skill of delivering a compelling presentation will set you apart in the marketplace. Most people refuse to give a presentation. If they are 'forced' into it, they just want to "get it over with!" I want you to get good! When you deliver a tight, cohesive, and compelling presentation, you have an opportunity to positively impact your audience and make their life better in some way. In this podcast episode, I share 7 ways to create and deliver an excellent presentation that will positively impact your audience and create a positive impression for you.
“Nothing can add more power to your life than concentrating all your energies on a limited set of targets.” -Nido Qubein Most people live lives of constant distraction, never giving their full attention to one person or project. They're diffused and distracted. They dabble and dawdle. Years ago, having a high IQ was a competitive advantage. Cal Newport, the author of the book Deep Work, has said, "Focus is the New IQ." Today, amidst all the distractions, if you can develop the ability to singularly focus on a task for a sustained period, you will have a competitive advantage. Nobody has achieved anything worthwhile without the ability and discipline to focus. Every great musician, athlete, or author has needed to give their singular attention to one thing, often and for extended periods. Your ability to do great work, master a skill, and experience success is directly proportional to your ability to concentrate. And your ability to concentrate is directly proportional to your ability to eliminate distractions.
“Efficiency is doing things right. Effectiveness is doing the right things.” -Peter Drucker Years ago, I taught workshops on time management and maximum productivity. But a fulfilling life doesn't mean getting the most done in the shortest amount of time. Efficiency is about completing tasks with minimal wasted time and resources. But what if you are efficient at something that doesn't need to be done at all? Effectiveness means focusing on your highest priorities and most important values and taking action on the things that have the greatest impact. In this podcast episode, I share 7 Practices for Personal Effectiveness. I'm confident that following these Practices will help you focus on what matters most to you, reduce the complexity in your life, and give you more peace of mind.
We all feel we have too much to do and too little time. Consequently, we feel overwhelmed and stressed. But you can: * Have your act together * Stay on top of things * Feel in control * Meet and even beat deadlines
But you can't wing it. You have to have a system. In this month's podcast episode, I share a simple system for capturing and determining the priority of all your tasks. This system is easy to use regardless of your job, season of life, personality, or whether you prefer a paper or electronic system. I trust you'll find my High-Performance Workflow helpful as you navigate your roles and responsibilities.
We all have responsibilities and obligations, but I'm convinced that life is also meant to be enjoyed. Too many of us are so 'busy being busy' or leading lives of distraction that we don't pursue things that bring us true enjoyment. In this podcast episode, I share 7 ways to enjoy life. I hope you'll give it a listen. Remember, if you aren't enjoying life, others won't enjoy you!
Our emotions can either hurt us or help us. Research shows that 80% of career success comes from Emotional Intelligence, not IQ. How you handle yourself in the workplace goes a long way in determining career success. And how you manage yourself in your personal life will go a long well in determining the quality of your life and your relationships. In this podcast episode, I share the key action that will make your life better and make you better at life.
In strength training, a strong core enables muscles to work in harmony and leads to better balance and stability. Stability is essential whether on the playing field or in regular activities. Similarly, strengthening your C.O.R.E. emotional muscles provides stability for you emotionally. In this podcast episode, I explain how Confidence, Optimism, Resilience, and Enthusiasm provide emotional stability and lead to greater well-being.
This month's podcast episode is How to Discover and Develop Your Strengths. My life took a dramatic turn for the better when I discovered my area of giftedness at the age of 43. I want you to experience the benefits of identifying your strengths too.
"This is the true joy of life; to be used by a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; to be thoroughly worn out before being thrown on the scrap heap; to be a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that life will not devote itself to making you happy.” - George Bernard Shaw Too many people today are diffused and distracted. Too many people are on auto-pilot and are 'busy being busy'. I encourage you to focus on the person you want to be. I share Make Your Life Count: 5 Ways to Live on Purpose in this podcast episode. I hope you will give it a listen.
"The ability to work well with others is as purchasable a commodity as coffee and sugar. And I pay more for that ability than any other under the sun." - J. D. Rockefeller J.D. Rockefeller said that quote when he was the wealthiest person in the world. You can teach people processes, procedures, and technical skills. But teaching someone to work well with others is very challenging. In this podcast episode, I share 7 Ways to Work Well with Others. I hope you will give it a listen.
"Your life today is the result of all of the choices you've made in the past. When you make new choices, you create a new future." - Brian Tracy You possess the power of choice. Your destiny is made up of daily decisions. You are free to choose your path and take control of your future. The decisions you make every day impact the quality of your life. Your decisions today will follow you into tomorrow. In this podcast episode, I share 20 Choices That Will Make You Better at Life and Make Your Life Better. I hope you will give it a listen. The game of life is simple and comes down to this: make better choices.
"Change is inevitable, except from the vending machine." - Steven Wright A key skill in the marketplace today is adaptability. For organizations to thrive, they need to adapt to constantly changing conditions. If you resist an inevitable change, you'll become frustrated, stall your career, and hinder organizational progress. You can't drive or thrive through life looking in the rearview mirror. In this episode, I share practical tips to make change work for, not against, you.
In sports, you can either play not to lose, or play to win. In life, you can either let things happen or make things happen. Play offense, play to win. Don’t think survive, think thrive. Think big. Live life full out. In this podcast episode, I share ways to be proactive and play to win in life.
In sports, you can either play not to lose, or play to win. In life, you can either let things happen or make things happen. Play offense, play to win. Don’t think survive, think thrive. Think big. Live life full out. In this podcast episode, I share ways to be proactive and play to win in life.
I've been thinking about how life works and am fascinated by the 'laws of life'. For example, take the life principle Consistency Beats Intensity. Which leads to better results?
- Exercising moderately 30 minutes a day or intensely for several hours on a Saturday.
- Practicing piano 20 minutes a day or an hour every Sunday.
- Reviewing your study notes a little each day or ignoring your notes and then cramming for the test the night before.
In this month's podcast episode, I share 7 Life Principles to Live By.
Just like the battery on a smartphone, all day long you are expending energy. At the end of the day, your energy is near depletion. And just like the battery on a smartphone, you need to take time to recharge, refuel, and replenish. High performers know the importance of energy management. You want to be in a position to encourage, inspire, and energize others. You can't give away something you don't have. And if you aren't enjoying life, others won't enjoy you! In this podcast episode, I share 5 areas of personal replenishment that will help you be your best every day.
Here's a powerful combination: be very good at what you do and be easy to work with. There is a saying in Human Resources circles; People are hired for their technical competence and fired for their interpersonal incompetence. We want to do business with others we know and like. In this episode, I share 5 Ways To Increase Your Likeability. When you do, you'll experience more professional and personal success.
The ride from being laid off to building a successful business has been filled with ups and downs, highs and lows. And I wouldn't trade it for anything. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.
I've grown as a person and have learned many life principles along the way. In this episode, I share with you 7 life lessons I have learned while building my business. You can apply these lessons to any area of your personal and professional life.
If you develop mastery in your field of expertise and combine that knowledge with great relational skills, you'll be the whole package.
In this episode, I share with you three ways to develop mastery in your profession and three ways to increase your relational intelligence.
I am confident you will find this episode practical and inspiring.
There are two parts to high-performance in the marketplace: job expertise and positive behaviors. In this episode I detail 7 Positive Behaviors, when added to your expertise, will make you uniquely valuable. Job competence and positive behaviors is the dynamic duo!
In this podcast episode, I share with you some practical ways to set yourself apart from the crowd. Becoming E.L.I.T.E. means living at a higher level. It's creating higher standards and expectations of yourself. Give this podcast a listen and start sculpting yourself into a stronger, more capable person. Excellence is more fun than mediocrity. Normal is overrated.
In this podcast episode, I conclude the 2-part series on 12 Ways to Increase Your Happiness. We all have responsibilities, make mistakes, and experience setbacks. Even so, life is meant to be enjoyed and lived to the fullest. This podcast episode will focus on moving toward fulfillment and general well-being.
When we think of happiness, we think of something temporary. In this podcast episode, what I mean by happiness is something deeper. Something stronger. It’s a happiness that is longer lasting. What I am talking about is not a momentary mood but rather overall life satisfaction, fulfillment, and well-being.
Most presentations are uninteresting, hard to follow, or are a big data dump. In this episode, I share key insights to help you stand out from the crowd when you deliver your next presentation. You will learn how to structure your presentation so you are easy to follow, easy to understand, and hard to forget.
In this episode, I deliver a keynote address that I regularly deliver at conferences, From Overwhelmed to Overflowing: 3 Ways to Make Your Life Better and Make You Better at Life. I will share with you healthy ways to view yourself, others, and outside events that affect your life. I think you'll find the podcast practical and inspiring.
Look at any part of your life in which you are consistently effective and you will find that certain habits help make that possible.
In this podcast episode I share with you 7 daily practices that will help you live with purpose and enjoyment.
It's not about how high you jump, but how straight you walk. Consistency beats intensity any day of the week.
Most people deal with a lack of confidence, not over-confidence. But lack of confidence hinders:
- your ability to perform at your best
- your willingness to try new things
- your ability to bounce back strong from difficulties
In this content-packed, 20-minute episode, I share with you 7 practical ways you can build a healthy self-confidence.
Competence AND Confidence are the key ingredients to peak performance.
Many managers today tolerate poor behaviors and attitudes because of the tight job market. But this hurts the organization's culture and discourages high performers.
In this episode, I share why you should step into difficult conversations and address problem behaviors and attitudes.
Many managers today tolerate poor behaviors and attitudes because of the tight job market. But this hurts the organization's culture and discourages high performers.
In this episode, I share why you should step into difficult conversations and address problem behaviors and attitudes.
You have to make a decision;
Do you want to impress others or impact others?
True happiness and fulfillment come from making a positive difference in the lives of others.
In this podcast episode, I share 3 practical ways you can become a person of influence.
Other people need you to step up big.
The good thing about life is that it comes at us one day at a time.
Do your best to live in day-tight compartments. Focus on living each day well.
In this episode, I share with you 3 simple ways to set yourself up for success every day.
We work best and are happiest when we are on a mission. When we are working toward something important to us.
There is joy in the journey. There is fulfillment in living with intent and purpose.
In this podcast episode, I share 3 Powerful Reasons to Set Goals.
No one achieved greatness by wandering around.
To procrastinate simply means to not do something that you know in your heart should be done.
Procrastination causes undue stress, hinders our potential, and negatively affects self-belief.
What separates high-achievers from everyone else is that high-achievers don't wait until they feel like doing something. They get in motion.
In this 100th episode, I share three powerful strategies to overcome procrastination and become a person of action.
According to the dictionary, the word simplify means: * to make plainer, clearer * to make easier to use * to make less complex or complicated
A few years ago, Apple was worth more than any company in the world. And you could fit all of their products on a normal-sized table.
In this episode, I share three ways you can get lean and mean in several areas of your life.
Communication is life's most important skill. If you become a great communicator, you can rapidly improve every area of your life. Clear communication enhances your influence, your marketability, and your relationships.
In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to become a clear, confident, and compelling communicator.
Key Points
- Be Clear
- Be a Simplifier
- State Your Purpose Up Front
- Layout the Agenda
- Speak in the Positive
- Use the Rule of 3
- Use Stories, Analogies, and Quotes
- Focus More on How Than What
- Use Full Sentences in Email
- Read Your Emails Out Loud Before Sending
Many businesses experience internal competition, department silos, and internal conflict. Don't compete against yourself!
Learn how to get everyone on your team pulling in the same direction. Then you will be able to achieve great work, meet challenging goals, and provide a positive environment.
In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to build a mutually-supportive, high-performing team.
Key Points1. Promote the Abundance Mindset
2. Create a Compelling Vision
3. Build Trust
4. Make Differences Work For You
5. Establish Key Performance Indicators
6. Encourage Debate
7. Require Loyalty
8. Establish Ground Rules
9. Build a Culture of Accountability
10. Celebrate Wins
Conflict is a fact of life. Anywhere there are people, there will be conflict. The key question is, 'How do you handle conflict?'.
In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 ways to work through conflict constructively and be a peacemaker.
Key Points
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Think win/win.
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Respond rather than react.
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Give others the benefit of the doubt.
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Seek first to understand.
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Speak the truth in love.
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Never have a public feud.
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Always take the high road.
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Decide to be unoffendable.
9 Aim for reconciliation.
- Focus on doing your part well.
Strong interpersonal skills help to build healthy personal relationships. And because every business is a relationship business, solid relational skills lead to professional success. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 simple ways to be 'People Smart'.
Key Points
- Adopt the abundance mindset.
- Make a great 1st impression
- Remember and Use Names
- Be Others-Oriented
- Build Rapport
- Be a Good Listener
- Build Others Up
- Adapt to Other Personality Styles
- Keep a List of Key Relationships and Stay in Touch
- Treat Everyone with Dignity and Respect
Strong interpersonal skills help to build healthy personal relationships. And because every business is a relationship business, solid relational skills lead to professional success. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 simple ways to be 'People Smart'.
Key Points
- Adopt the abundance mindset.
- Make a great 1st impression
- Remember and Use Names
- Be Others-Oriented
- Build Rapport
- Be a Good Listener
- Build Others Up
- Adapt to Other Personality Styles
- Keep a List of Key Relationships and Stay in Touch
- Treat Everyone with Dignity and Respect
In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple interviewing and hiring practices that will allow to hire smart to get the right people on the bus.
Key Points
- Hire for attitude, train for skills.
- Consider chemistry
- Ask Behavioral Based Questions
- Ask the Candidates the Same Questions
- Follow the 80/20 rule
- Get Others Involved
- Check the Candidate’s social media
- Use Your Intuition at the End of the Process
- Think Out of the Box
- Make Your Default ‘No’
Your company can deliver exceptional service, even in this challenging environment.
In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple service excellence practices that will allow everyone in your company to focus on the reason your organization exists; to serve the customer.
To download the 10 Best Practices in Customer Service resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Many people are distracted and diffused. In order to be effective and achieve great work, you must be intentional, focused, and disciplined.
In this podcast episode, I share 10 practices that will enable you to work with greater effectiveness, execute on your highest priorities, and deliver superior results.
To download the 10 Best Practices to Enhance Your Productivity resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Giving a presentation should not be something to dread or to get through. Look at it in a positive and confident way. It’s your opportunity to make the world a little better place.
With these 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation, you will be better able to influence, engage, and inspire others.
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Working through a conflict effectively with another person takes planning, skill, and the right attitude.
In this episode, I share with you a simple and practical model to help you navigate conflict successfully.
It's much more rewarding to resolve a conflict than to dissolve a relationship.
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If you don't go out on a limb, you'll never get the fruit. And if you are afraid of criticism, you'll never make a difference.
In this jam-packed podcast, I share 3 practical ways you can overcome your fears and open up a world of possibilities and potential.
To download the 3 Ways to Overcome Fear resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Right thinking leads to right actions which lead to right results.
Your thoughts either hurt you or help you. They either become a source of your limitation or your liberation.
In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I share how you can change your mind so you can change your life.
To download the The Power of Right Thinking resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Every day is a gift and a unique opportunity to thrive.
It’s easy to get overwhelmed thinking about all the days in the future and all we have to do. But all you have to do is live this day well. Think of living life in day-tight compartments.
In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I give you 10 practical ways you can make the most of each day.
To download the 10 Ways to Make Each Day a Masterpiece resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
There are two parts to job success: job competency and winning behaviors. A great way to intentionally build a winning work culture is to create crystal clear behavioral expectations.
In this episode, I walk you through the process of creating high behavioral standards for all team members.
People live up or down to expectations. Design high workplace standards and give every team member something to live up to!
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Many people act like their purpose in life is to arrive safely at death.
But you are put on earth for a reason.
In this podcast episode, I will share with you how you can live a happy and exciting life by fulfilling your purpose and maximizing your potential.
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Inner strength is very different from outward success.
In this podcast episode, I provide the final 5 practices that will enable you to live a life of flourishing.
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Inner strength is very different from outward success.
In this podcast episode, I provide 6 specific practices (the other 5 will be described in Part 2) that will enable you to live a life of flourishing.
To download the 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Clear communicators provide information in an easy-to-understand, engaging way.
In this podcast episode, I provide 3 practical ways to transform your communication so that your message gets through to your audience intellectually and emotionally.
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Meetings go a long way in helping your team work in a coordinated way. However, meetings get a bad rap. Because many meetings are run poorly.
In this episode, I share 7 best practices to help your meetings tap the brainpower of all involved, build a sense of belonging, and deliver results.
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Job knowledge, experience, and expertise will get you in the game. In this episode, I share 5 Character Skills and 5 Interpersonal Skills that will enable you to win the game.To download the 10 Skills That Lead to Career Success resource guide, CLICK HERE*.*
Make the move from being a perfectionist to being a producer.
Aim for Prolific Quality Output.
This 17-minute episode is jam-packed with practical ideas to help you become a finisher.
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In order to be effective and produce great work, you need a plan to deal effectively with interruptions.
In this episode, I provide 6 questions you can quickly ask yourself when an interruption or incoming task occurs.
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You change your life for the better when you make better choices.
In this episode, I give you a simple formula and provide 3 practical keys to help you think through and make good choices.
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One of the easiest and best things you can do for another person is give them positive feedback.
Giving positive feedback takes so little time and effort on our part but can be a life-changer for the receiver.
Use your words as a force for good. Build others up!
In this episode, I share 5 reasons to give positive feedback, 3 types of feedback, and 3 ways to deliver feedback.
To download The Powers of Positive Feedback Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
Research shows that the average person spends 144 minutes a day on social media. And the average person checks their phone around 300 times a day.
Many people are literally scrolling their lives away.
In this episode, I share 7 specific dangers of Digital Distraction and **7 ways to gain control over this common issue.
To download the 7 Dangers of Digital Distraction Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.**
Your beliefs influence your behavior. Right thinking leads to the right actions which lead to the right results.
In this episode, I describe how embracing a Growth Mindset will lead you to more freedom, less fear, and higher performance.
To download the Mindset That Leads to Success Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
It's estimated that 50% of what we do every day is done out of habits. Good habits are the foundation for mastery. Developing high-performance habits not only simplify your life but also build a foundation for success.
In this episode, I share strategies on how to develop high-performance habits and suggest 3 high-performance habits to build into your life.
To download the How to Establish High-Performance Habits Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
Excellence is a lot more fun than mediocrity.
In this episode, I share 7 best practices of high-performing organizations. How many of them does your company practice? What areas need the most improvement?
Get a jump start on your move to exceptional with these insights.
To download 7 Practices of a High-Performing Organization Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
The world makes way for a person who knows where they are going. In this episode, I share why it's important to set goals, how to set goals, and the important difference between Outcome Goals and Process Goals.
This powerful episode will provide you with the motivation and tools to go after your biggest ambitions.
To download The Power of Goals Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
Many people get angry, defensive, or discouraged when given corrective feedback. However, corrective feedback can be a gift.
In this episode, I provide 5 Ways to Handle Corrective Feedback with Skill and share several benefits of receiving corrective feedback.
To download the Handling Corrective Feedback Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
Your success in the marketplace will be in direct proportion to your ability to serve well.
In this episode, I provide 7 Service Excellence Practices to help you gain not just customer satisfaction, but customer loyalty.
To download the Service Skills Resource Guide,CLICK HERE.
You don't have to have a title to be a leader. Leadership is really about being an influential person. Leaders drive employee engagement, promote teamwork, and a create positive work culture.
In this episode, I provide 7 qualities of an effective, influential leader, whether you have the title or not.
To download the Leadership Skills Resource Guide,CLICK HERE.
One of Life's Essential Skills is the ability to work well with others. Employers and organizations put a high value on those who help the company and team win.
In this episode, I provide 7 practical ways you can be a valuable, contributing member of any team.
To download the Productivity Skills Resource Guide,CLICK HERE.
One of Life's Essential Skills is the ability to separate the important from the unimportant. Get clear on your highest priorities then live in alignment with your priorities. In this episode, I provide 10 practices of exceptionally productive people.
To download the Productivity Skills Resource Guide,CLICK HERE.
One of Life's Essential Skills is the ability to get along well with others. Strong relational skills will improve your personal relationships and turbo-charge your career. We want to work with others we know, trust, and like. In this episode, I provide **10 practices of relationally intelligent people.
To download the Relational Skills Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.**
Communication is one of life's most important skills. 80% of our waking hours are spent in some form of communication.
In this episode, I provide 3 ways to be an exceptional communicator and a simple way to be an effective listener.
To download the Communication Skills Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
In this episode, I discuss 10 Character Qualities that lead to a strong internal life and an outward life of flourishing. I think it is one of the most important episodes I have created. I encourage you to give it a listen and share it with others.
To download the Character Skills Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
One of your most important tasks in life is to discover and develop your areas of giftedness and use them in service to others. In this episode, I give you practical steps to help you on your journey.
To download the Bringing Out Your Brilliance Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.
In this episode Del gives you 5 practical steps to free yourself from busyness and distractions and achieve high-quality priority work.
To download the 5 Ways to Achieve Great Work Resource Guide, visit DelGilbert.com.
To act differently you must think differently. Right thinking leads to the right actions which lead to the right results.
In this episode, Del by-passes popular superficial nonsense on possibility thinking and gives practical advice on the importance of optimism, confidence, and self-belief.
To download the Best Way to Change Behavior Resource Guide, visit DelGilbert.com.
Talent, Skill, and Expertise alone is Partial Performance.
Talent, Skill, and Expertise combined with the 7 Essential Life Skills leads to Peak Performance.
In this episode, Del identifies and explains the 7 Essential Life Skills that will turbo-charge your professional career and enhance your personal development.
Download the Essential Life Skills: The Big 7 Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com
Hiring good people is one of the most important responsibilities of any manager or company. Yet, this responsibility is often taken far too casually. In this episode Del shares a straightforward, systematic approach to interviewing and selecting the right candidate.
Download the Hire Smart: The No-Nonsense Approach to Hiring the Right Person Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com
Career success involves much more than expertise and knowledge. There are several common pitfalls that prevent people from thriving in the marketplace. In this episode, Del explains 10 behavioral dangers to avoid so that you are in a position to flourish.
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In this episode, Del discusses organizational practices 6-10 that will lead to a strong workplace culture and high performance.
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In this podcast, Del’s explains best practices of exceptional organizations.
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In a world of distraction, diffusion, and dabblers, there is a road to excellence. In this podcast, Del gives 7 practical tips to help you on your journey to excellence.
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Most presentations are bad, or boring at best. In this episode, Del provides clear, simple ways to make your next presentation stand out. Follow these practices and your audience will be glad you were the presenter!
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Communication is life’s most important skill. In this episode, Del gives clear, practical advice on how to make your communication more effective and how to avoid common communication pitfalls.
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People who create their own momentum have a big advantage over those who wait for inspiration. In this episode, Del shares the final 16 compelling and insightful Power Statements you can use to light your own fire. There are 31 power statements, one for each day of the month. Use one every day to bring out your best.
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People who create their own momentum have a big advantage over those who wait for inspiration. In this episode, Del shares 15 compelling and insightful Power Statements you can use to light your own fire.
Download the Elevating Your Attitude Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
Because of social media and the internet, it is easier than ever to establish your Personal Brand. In this podcast episode Del shares 4 things you should be and 4 things you should do to enhance your personal brand.
Download the Building Your Brand, Part 2 Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to manage our emotions and thoughts in a way that works for us rather than against us. In this episode, Del explains three simple ways you can direct your feelings and thinking so they contribute to your well-being. Download the Emotional Intelligence: A Different Kind of Smart Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
The cold, hard fact is the majority of presentations are boring, disjointed and/or hard to follow. In the episode, Del gives you tips and strategies to make your next presentation outstanding. Download the Powerful Presentations: How to be Clear, Cohesive, and Compelling Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
Teams working together can accomplish great results. Dysfunctional teams work against each other. In this episode, Del explains 7 Elements that make up great teams. Download the Pulling Together: 7 Elements of a Great Team Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
An important element missing in many personal productivity systems is Weekly Planning. Weekly Planning is the bridge between goals and daily planning. It enables you to see the forest, not just the trees. In this podcast, Del gives you 10 strategies that help you plan your week effectively. Download the Weekly Planning: 10 Tips to Maximize Your Week Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
Our habits either make us or break us. In this episode, Del shares 3 Keystone Habits that build a foundation for a strong life.
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Just as companies have a company brand; you have a brand, a personal brand. In this episode, Del share 3 Dos to help you enhance your personal brand and 3 Don’ts to prevent you from diminishing your personal brand.
Download the You, Inc. - Building Your Personal Brand Resource Guide at DelGilbert.com.
Understanding the difference between Important, Urgent and Routine Tasks will go a long way in helping you use your time more effectively. In this episode Del describes the time matrix to give you a practical framework to help you make wise decisions regarding your time.
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Getting the right people on board is one of the most important functions of an organization and a leader. In this episode, Del shares 10 insights to help you select the right candidate.
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How you view yourself largely determines how you act and the results you get in life. True behavior change starts with identity change. In this episode, Del shares how you can practically enhance and genuinely possess the attractive quality of confidence.
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If you are a leader, it isn’t about you, it’s about the people you lead. Your primarily responsibility as a leader is to help those who report to you be successful. You are there to serve them, not the other way around. In this episode we explore 10 Characteristics of a Servant Leader.
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It has been said the definition of conflict is two people in the same county. Anywhere there are people, there is likely to be some conflict. This episode focuses on effectively working through conflict: whether the conflict is between you and someone else or you are mediating a conflict between two other parties.
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Great work cultures don’t happen by accident, they are intentionally created. Establishing high expectations and keeping those expectations top of mind on a daily basis bolsters high-performance. In this episode, Del shares the remaining 16 ways to be exceptional with customers and co-workers. Download the 31 Ways to Be Exceptional Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
Great work cultures don’t happen by accident, they are intentionally created. Establishing high expectations and keeping those expectations top of mind on a daily basis bolsters high-performance. In this episode, Del shares 15 ways to be exceptional with customers and co-workers.
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Remembering and using people’s names provides a unique connection with others and displays strong relational skills. In this episode, Del provides five simple strategies that will help you remember names.
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Technology can either complicate or simplify your life. In this episode, Del discusses 7 very simple technology hacks that will allow you more time for priorities and people.
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Being a great leader involves not only what you do, but who you are. Great leaders use influence, not authority to bring out the best in others. In this podcast, Del focuses on 7 Qualities of a Great Boss.
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Annie Dillard has said, “How we live our days is how we live our lives.” A strong life begins with a strong day. In this episode, Del describes how to set yourself up for success each day with the ‘Win the Day’ Action Plan. He explains the best time to plan each day, how to separate priorities from routine tasks and how to infuse enjoyment and order into your life through daily rituals.
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All of us will inevitably experience hardships. These times can either break us down or build us up. In this episode, Del discusses 5 practical ways you can learn and grow through adversity and come out stronger. Download the Strengthening Your Resilience Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
It takes much more than knowledge and skill to excel in your position. In this episode, Del explores 7 ways in which you can separate yourself from the pack. Practice these tips and become a stand-out, go-to person at work.
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Many people focus their efforts on achieving goals and results. Very few people spend time thinking about the person they want to become. In this episode, Del explores why and how to create personal values. He shares his 7 personal values and concludes by highlighting the results of living a life guided by personal values. Download the Being Your Best Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
If you learn to skillfully communicate, you will improve every area of life. In this episode, Del provides 7 simple and practical ways to help you become clear, organized and influential in your communication. Download the 7 Practices of Exceptional Communicators Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
When you take ownership for your actions, you experience more success, control and happiness in life. In this episode, Del discusses 4 practical ways to hold yourself accountable in the area of Personal Responsibility. Download the Personal Responsibility Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
The ability to ‘grind it out’ is more important than intellect, talent or expertise. In this episode, Del shares 7 practical ways you can increase self-discipline. Download the Self Discipline Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
We often think people who are different from us are ‘wrong.’ In this episode we explore how you can make differences work for, not against you, in the areas of communication, teams and job fit. Download the Relational Intelligence Resource Sheet at delgilbert.com.
We are all naturally self-centered. In this episode we discuss two important reasons you should have an ‘others-orientation.’ Plus, we share one thing to avoid in any relationship. To download the Key to Personal Connection Resource Sheet, visit delgilbert.com
One of the biggest challenges in the area of personal productivity is effectively handling interruptions. In this episode, we explore 4 questions to ask to insure we give the interruption the appropriate attention it deserves.
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Employee engagement is a very hot topic. Companies are struggling to find and retain staff. In today’s economy it is a very employee favorable job market. So how can companies retain their very valuable team members? With all the technology, money and information, I think most organizations miss three simple, but very valuable weapons; appreciation, affirmation and encouragement.
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All of us want to grow and flourish. Fortunately, there are several life rules that, if you follow them, can make your life better and make you better at life. In this episode, Del discusses 7 rules for winning in life.
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Becoming a good public speaker and delivering engaging presentations will enable you to stand out and turbo-charge your career. However, most people shy away due to anxiety and nervousness. In this episode Del shares 10 strategies to help you overcome nervousness and deliver a compelling message. For additional resources, click here to download the Presenting with Poise Resource Sheet.
There is a big difference between efficiency and effectiveness. The key to effectiveness is focusing your energies on your priorities. In this episode, Del discusses three ways to clarify your most valuable activities, your highest priorities.
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Optimism leads to greater personal happiness, resilience and success.
In this episode, Del discusses five practical ways to cultivate a positive mindset that leads to a brighter outlook.
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Procrastination can impede your ability to live a rewarding and happy life. If you want a prosperous and fulfilling life you must develop a lifestyle of action. In this podcast, Del shares three reasons why we procrastinate and provides three strategies that will help you overcome procrastination and become a person of action. For additional resources, click here to get the Becoming a Person of Action Resource Sheet.
Important work calls for singular attention, without distractions. In this podcast, you will learn the 3 essential elements to being able to Power Focus so you can produce high-quality work in less time.
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Keeping all your tasks in one location is the foundation for personal productivity. The Master Task List is 'command central’ for planning your weeks and days with maximum effectiveness. In this episode, Del explains 3 reasons to keep a Master Task List. He also discusses how to create and keep a Master Task List using several examples. For additional resources, get the Master Task List Template and Resource Sheet here.
To grow and thrive, you must regularly put yourself in situations of discomfort. No one ever became great by staying in their comfort zone.
In this episode, Del discusses three ways you can begin to be comfortable with the uncomfortable.
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A big part of personal excellence and career success is developing positive relationships. In this episode, Del gives 7 practical ways you can be pro-active in forging a strong relationship with your boss. Download the Managing Up Resource Sheet here.
Communication is life’s most important skill. Communicating well will enhance relationships and reduce misunderstandings. Communicating well will enhance your influence and expand your opportunities. In this episode, Del gives practical advice and numerous examples to help your communication be clear, concise and compelling.
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One of the biggest challenges leaders face is delivering corrective feedback. Many managers don’t handle the conversation well or they avoid the conversation altogether.
In this episode, Del will explain his DIRECT Model that any manager can use to address performance issues with both sensitivity and candor. The episode concludes with 7 Principles of Effective Feedback. Download the DIRECT Model One-Sheet Resource Guide here.
We live with tension. The world is in constant motion and full of change. But we, as humans, love our routines, our comfort zones, and to be in control. It’s wise to have a game plan for change when, not if, it happens. In this episode, we will share 6 practical strategies to help you skillfully respond to the changes life throws at you.
Your career success will be in direct proportion to your ability to serve others well. In this episode, we discuss 6 ways in which you can set yourself apart in the marketplace by delivering exceptional service.
High performers understand the importance of self-replenishment.
They intentionally take time for to build up their emotional reserves.
In this episode, we explore 5 simple ways you can build up replenish yourself, so you can be at your best for others.
It has been said that the game of life is won or lost in the mind. In this episode, Del discusses the Abundance and Growth Mindsets and how both are essential for personal and team success. Find out about these mindsets and how they can lead to greater enjoyment, resilience and prosperity.
Time is the most precious resource we have. In order to live a rewarding and fulfilling life, you need to use time wisely. Are you constantly distracted, overwhelmed and disorganized? In this episode, Del takes you through a simple but effective system so that you: * Focus on your highest priorities * Follow through on commitments and beat deadlines * 'Win the Day’ with a daily game plan * Have a system to get tasks out of your head and down on paper * Overcome procrastination * Have a plan to properly address emergencies and interruptions
Understanding what your strengths are, developing them and using them in service to others is one of the most important things you can in your life.
People who know their strengths are: * More confident * More positive * More productive * Have more direction in their life
In this episode, Del explains the key difference between a talent and strength. Del also explores various ways you can discover your strengths. As usual, this episode is packed with inspirational and practical insights.
You can either manage by authority or lead by influence. Authority results in short-term compliance while influence results in long-term commitment. In this episode, we look at 7 practical ways to lead by influence so employees are engaged and desire to give their best work every day.
Most presentations are either dull and boring or a total data dump. In this episode, we look at 7 strategies to make your next presentation clear, cohesive, and compelling.
Job skills will get you in the game but behavior skills will enable you to win the game in the marketplace. In this episode, Del discusses the importance of Optimism, Initiative, Service Orientation, Adaptability and Collaboration. Exhibiting these 5 qualities will get you out of the "mountain of average" and enable you to stand out from the crowd.
Possessing strong relational skills is a critical factor in professional and personal success. In this inaugural episode of the Accelerating excellence podcast, Del Gilbert will discuss four specific behaviors that will enhance your relational intelligence and increase your influence. You will learn that these behaviors do not come natural, but with intention and training, you can develop the skills.