You Stop You with Scott Rasmussen

Five by Five means (in telecom): Strong signal strength and strong reception: or in the military, signal received – loud and clear. We need Five By Five in our lives to move to new heights. So be a strong signal and have strong reception. And learn the five things that will help you improve this week.

In the game of life, your ultimate success or destination isn't decided by what's still left to do, but by what you accomplish before times up. Nothing is fully determined now because:  it ain't over.

In life we face things that are difficult, hard, or very challenging. Things could always be worse. After you have gone through it, ask yourself the question, "But did you die?" This question helps you focus on remembering what you learned from the experience or how you grew. Ask the question after your next challenge and be unstoppable.

Courage is a choice. It is related to love and producing it daily in our lives to accomplish those things we want to do will vastly improve us and those around us.

Failure means you have stopped. Greatness comes from not stopping. Thomas Edison is a great example of not quitting, not stopping. Your explosive growth can be just around the corner, IF, you just do not stop.

We all have the same number of hours each day, so why do some individuals accomplish so much more? What about the privilege of pressure, what role does that play in our performance?  And why just going through the motions doesn't reveal the real impact of the moment. Learn this and more this week at YSY.

You need three things to start a fire:  air, fuel, and a match (or other ignition source). If everyone has access to air....why is it so hard to start a fire under yourself?  Is it because your fuel or match is not what it should be?  This episode will help you get better at starting fires.

If you could take a time machine and go back in time to tell yourself 5 important things, what would they be?  Will the five things you think of, be just like mine?  Take a listen.

Napoleon Bonaparte lived in the early 1800's, and he was a great war hero and the Emperor of France. Its amazing that his words are still having an impact on individuals today.

Find out what John Wooden, Netflix and Legos all have in common. I'll bet it has something to do with adapting. You can do it too.

There are metaphors all around us, and if we are observant and aware of them, we can see how we can always be learning and growing in life. 

Napoleon Hill said, "Don't wait. The time will never be just right.” He is right. Don't put off another day, that thing that you want to do to become better. Get it done, if even imperfectly.  You will grow and learn from it. If you have waited so so long you may feel like Karen Lamb said, "A year from now you may wish you had started today.” Think about investing for retiremen...

Building a relationship is hard work! Here are 8 ideas to help make a difference in the most important building project you will have.   Make good communication a priority.   Adjustments are part of it.  It’s what we do – time and time again. Plan dates and surprises; but also carve out some time just for you. Anticipate that everyone is giving their best. Be together. Forgive one another.   Bring...

In life, we do make it hard sometimes. But there is hope. Apply the following to improve and make life easier. Prioritize, act, and analyze Show yourself that you are serious Life can be easier because we realize that "you stop you" and when we are serious, you can become whatever you want to become.

In life change can be hard, but asking these 5 questions periodically can have a big impact for making sure your life is on track with your values, goals, and overall contentment level.

The 1989 film "Field of Dreams" teaches why it is important to go the distance. In your life it will be important to realize the impact of moments in your life and choose to go the distance to accomplish what you are meant to do. Be unstoppable.

Learn the five things to focus on as you analyze what went well and where to improve for the second half of the year.

A famous story about ants and a grasshopper teaches us about why we should think ahead. How can you think ahead in things like camping, hiking, and retirement?  Avoid waiting until each event is almost here to plan or act, think ahead, act and plan now.  

Saying sorry can take you places. But more than that, it can lift you,

Change is all around us from the changes butterflies make, to technology, to music and even to Las Vegas!  We need to embrace change in others and in things, but also to be changed on the inside.  Four questions to consider: How will you be a better you?  How will you learn more?  How are you changing?  How are you using the gifts you have been given?

There is a simple process to get more power in your life and its using the potency generator . Use it daily and turn to-do lists into done lists. 

Mastering the art of Preparation comes down to 4 steps. Practice them this week to get more done, feel more successful, be more accomplished and be a master of Preparation. 1. Ask why now? 2. Plan your action  3. Do the action    4. Communicate back to yourself:  How did doing this make me feel ?  

  Revise, adapt, overcome – revise your daily mission, check your vision Practice, practice, practice to turn weakness into strength   What sets you apart is your ability to revise your plan when you fall, set new sights, then keep trying. Remember, trying gives you experience.  Experience molds champions. No matter who you are you can improve, become better, and reach your goals.

Einstein was resilient even though people had little confidence in him. His ideas changed the world. We have a chance each day to be resilient and overcome our small failures and setbacks. Choose to be resilient 3 times in one day this week. See the difference it makes, write it down.

Are You Ready? All things don't have to be perfect for you to go to the next level. But you do need to be imaginative, willing, and ready. See how Richard Branson made the most of a tough situation. You too can reach new heights if you are ready.