The Focus with Javon Adams: Recent Episodes
Javon Adams
Not one to be placed into a box, The Focus with Javon Adams covers the spectrum. From my love of running, to music, leadership, motivation and all things in between. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/javon-adams/support
We all have things we are working on or tending to in our lives. We can bring forth a bountiful harvest or be found lacking. It is up to us and how we think, act and stay the course.
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The release of the new Nas song, featuring DJ Premier provided some inspiration and confirmation
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MarkTwain Beaver, owner and Creative Director of True Narrative Media joins me to discuss growing and scaling a small business. He shares overcoming impostor syndrome, improving his skill set, pivoting to a new niche, and collaborating with internal and external clients.
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The 9 to 5 life is not for everyone. My cousin, Mary Moore has thrived for the last 20+ years as an entrepreneur. She stops by to talk about her journey and what drives her to be be successful
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I have my group member, SugaKane from Tha Unda to talk about 7 things that we learned recording our new album, Unda Distinguished. Check out www.thaunda.com
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I am awake to Life. Live life more abundantly. Not in a reckless way but in a way that you embrace the good and bad that life throws at us pushing past fear and uncertainty.
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I share 4 tips to overcoming inertia and stagnation that have helped me immensely in the last few months.
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Inspired by a Morning Affirmation I came across
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Allow me to share a little bit about who I am, in the hopes that you can understand more about who YOU are
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Do you struggle with self sabotage? I can say that I have and do but have found success by incorporating a few helpful habits. I share 5 with you.
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Today I talk about the famous quote from Author James Baldwin and apply it to parts of my life.
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Today I draw inspiration from James 4:1-3. Why do we, or more specifically, I fail to ask for what I want? Fear of failure? Fear of rejection? Not having the best intentions?
I share my thoughts
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I share a speech I gave at a gathering at my church. I hope it resonates in full or in part with you.
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Live long enough and you will get examples of how to improve your life. In order to get where you want to go, you will have to do something you have never done.
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Choose Wisely
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Change your mindset and commit to it. Just give me 8 (shout out out to Mr. Miranda and his Just Give Me 5 show)
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What do you do if you are giving the same effort and getting the same result...or a worse result?
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Congratulations to my son for graduating with his BSN! And returning from the trip to celebrate his success taught me a lesson about discipline
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Ferris Bueller once said that, 'life comes at your fast. Sometimes you have to smell the roses.' How often do we take 5 minutes, 30 seconds or even an hour to let go and clear our minds?
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Sometimes we fall short of our goals and other times we grab the brass ring the symbolizes achievement. Do you remember how it felt or what you were thinking as you made the attempt? What could you do better next time? Better yet, how can you attempt to replicate that success?
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When doubt and negativity invade your thoughts, think of the Miles Davis song, 'So What' and push through the fear.
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What does it mean to, 'Be Like Water'? Bruce Lee, the world famous martial artist, was quoted saying to 'be like water, my friend'. Do not try to over think the meaning. Put simply it refers to being flexible in all things that involve the mind and the body. Water can be calming one moment and powerfully devestating the next.
As we go about our day to day journey, it would serve us well to be flexible and pliable...like water.
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People are in your life for seasons. Maximize the time.
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As you work toward your goals and improving your life, don't forget to appreciate how far you have come.
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Let the message resonate with you today if it hasn't before. The opinions of others do not matter! Surround yourself with people you trust and let their input help you as you continue your journey
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It is no big deal if you put off starting to work out or begin that business, right? Wrong! There is a cost to waiting. I give some thoughts.
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Once upon a time, you were in search of consistency so do not forget to encourage others that need it.
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Four ways to get you on the path to your version of greatness
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There's power in the words we use. Act accordingly.
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The Celebration of Life taught me two things about business and just life in general
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One of Gretchin Rubin's listeners gave me a bit of inspiration that I want to share
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While it was cool that my late father's team won the game, I learned a couple of things watching the Big Game
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Doing what love, enjoy, are interested in or tasked to do can impact more than just you
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Don't let anxiety keep you from becoming your best self
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Believe in yourself and stop the inertia
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A special thank you to the member of Black Men Run and the Phoenix Chapter. You are appreciated
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My longtime friend and bandmate, Dennis Tully pka SugaKane joins me to talk about being a creative. More specifically, a producer.
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Never too busy to be grateful
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Two things that I have learned and am learning from delayed gratification
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No matter what, keep pushing to refine your voice and let it be heard!
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RIP to a wonderful father, Willie Adams
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What do you do when you are the one that encourages other but adversity hits you?
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Planning is great but action is better. Learn and advance. Then Repeat
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As you drive towards your goals (professional, health, personal), don't forget to stay connected to the little things that bring you joy and comfort.
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We all need someone or a team to bounce ideas off and encourage us to do better.
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Inspired by Gretchin Rubin, I have come up with a word/phrase for 2023. I share my word and an an acronym.
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The quote for today is, "Opportunities Don't Happen, you Create Them"
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Life happens no matter who you are or what you do. Thoughts on changing when the unexpected happens. Power of the pivot
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This is the season for setting goals whether personal or professional. Here is a different way to think about how you achieve them.
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Put it into action
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Three things I have learned from radio that can apply to any and everybody.
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Surround yourself with people that can help you grow
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On Fridays I share a quote and my thoughts. Today's quote is from Atomic Habits by James Clear. "Your outcomes are lagging measurements of your habits."
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Today we talk about Confidence, momentum and goal achievement and how giving into fear impacts them
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How do you view your life? Half Empty or Half Full? If it is the former, you CAN begin to change your life if you change your mindset and remove the limiting beliefs.
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Feels good to be back! Let's talk about consistency
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From business practices to fashion to exercise routines, there comes a time where a REFRESH is necessary. You don't have to overhaul, just reinvigorate.
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Thoughts about an interesting definition of balance that I heard while listening to the Questlove Supreme podcast
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Can you achieve it if you never envision yourself having it?
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Your drive and success may show others what is capable and inspire them to do great things.
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Keep working on yourself because you never know when you will see the fruit of your labor
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Treat people how you want to be treated. Celebrate!
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Lists and goals are great but action is the key
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What you have been through can help you get through the next challenge, if you learn from the experience
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You'd be amazed at what you can achieve when you do not give into the doubt
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How close are we to living up to our potential?
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Being uncomfortable is not always a bad thing.
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You can positively impact someone's life in myriad of ways.
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What do you do when the desire comes and goes? Discipline is the key
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What role does gratitude or thankfulness play in your life. I share how it can help you throughout the day
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Keep up the hard work. No need to let everyone know every move.
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Ryan Holiday's podcast, The Daily Stoic recently mentioned a quote from Greek philosopher Epictetus. We may not be able to control what happens but we CAN control how we respond to what happens. I share my thoughts.
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Do you give your friends your business? If they are skilled and talented, doesn't it make sense to let them be your plumber, accountant, barber etc?
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Blaze Rock joins me to discuss his newest project, An Audience of One and what makes this project different. We also discuss self confidence, awareness and how to balance the love versus the accolades.
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How do you make the necessary pivots to become your best self? Perhaps you have to look at those in your immediate circle for the answer.
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The choice is ours. Spend your time wisely and passionately.
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You control the story of your life.
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Instead of living for the weekend, make everyday count
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Is failure the end or an opportunity to grow?
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President/CEO of Cult Artisan Beverage Company, Hans Schatz joins The Focus to talk about setting and executing the vision and the true definition of culture. With over 30 years of experience in the foodservice industry, Hans has been a leader and a doer, and been successful at every stop.
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The new year brings resolutions. Weight loss, new job, better finances. The list goes on. Pastor B. Alexander Wright joins The Focus to talk about what faith really means. Change your mind and then put that into action.
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My radio partner and podcast partner, Ed Smith joins me to talk about faith and perseverance. He played professional baseball for 9 years and then made the seemingly impossible transition to play Tight End in the National Football League.
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Welcome to the 1st show of The Focus with Javon Adams. Thanks for coming along the journey.
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