Decide Commit Become

What separates the best from the rest? More often than not, it comes down to priorities. High performers consistently focus on a small set of priorities that shape their decisions, habits, and results. Today, host Darren CdeBaca explores a simple but powerful framework you can use as a daily checklist for growth. The truth is clear: to change our lives, we must change our priorities. When you alig...

Do you find yourself stuck in the past or worrying too much about the future that you cannot get things done? Start taking action by harnessing the power of the “I am” statements. Darren CdeBaca explains how saying “I am” – not “I will” or “I’m going to” – will reprogram your thought patterns and empower you to start making progress. Discover how positive affirmations and present-focused talk can...

Are you tired of setting goals only to fall back into the same comfortable routines? The average stay in the comfort zone. The best jump out of it. In this episode, host Darren CdeBaca dives deep into the mindset of high achievers and reveals the core principle defining success at DCB Strategies: Being the best and average have nothing in common. If you’re ready to achieve your boldest goals—in yo...

Get ready to ignite your mindset! In today’s episode of Decide, Commit, Become , host Darren CdeBaca dives into DCB’s 10 Growth Statements—powerful, thought-provoking affirmations designed to elevate your thinking, boost your motivation, and push you beyond "good" into the realm of great. Because let’s face it—being the best and average have nothing in common. So whether you're on a stroll, drivin...

Being the best and average have nothing in common. To go beyond your average self and unlock your fullest potential, you must take control of your habits and cultivate a strong mindset. Darren CdeBaca is here to share five MindSet tools and five HabitSet tools that will guide you in achieving your biggest growth goals in your personal and corporate lives.

What makes people successful? No matter how skillful and creative you are, you won’t still succeed when faced with even minor inconveniences. People like Stephen King and Walt Disney faced rejection before their careers blossomed! In this episode, Darren CdeBaca  shares how successful people achieved their dreams by harnessing the power of persistence. He shares ten benefits of being persiste...

Being afraid is not the problem, but letting fear control us is the greatest obstacle to our growth and success. In this episode, host Darren CdeBaca dives deep into the concept of fear and its impact on personal growth. He breaks down the Top 8 "Afraids" that create obstacles to our growth and prevent us from reaching our full potential. Darren explores how these fears can manifest in our lives a...

Your business model is the map for where you head into your business. It is essential when planning to build your business. Over the years, business models have been turned upside down. In this episode, Darren CdeBaca talks about how you can build your business model to show the weak links in your business and tighten up that connections. No matter how flexible your business model can be to fit in...

Setting priorities is a critical factor in taking control of your life. In this episode, host Darren CdeBaca helps define and operationalize priorities with tips on applying them in your daily life. Learn about his practical strategies and get to know action steps to help you achieve your goals. Darren discusses the four types of priorities and the eight priorities of ‘The Best’ as a guide on what...

Here at DCB Strategies, we always say, “Being the best and average have nothing in common.” So what does it take to be the best? If you want to go beyond the average bracket, you need to define and own your bold goal. In this episode, Darren CdeBaca explains why you don’t grow without achieving new goals. He then explains the decide-commit-become process that starts with being clear about your bol...

Welcome to the only  Decide Commit Become  podcast in the nation, and I am Darren CdeBaca, your passionate and dedicated host. In this episode, we will discuss how to effectively instill discipline to successfully achieve goals and your business plans. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a professional or not. We should have goals in life. Tune in to this episode to learn more!

None of us are as smart as all of us. This is the reason why teaming is so beneficial, no matter what industry you work in. Learn the benefits of teaming, how to form a team, team architecture, elite team traits, and more. Join Darren CdeBaca as he shares why teaming is so important. Coming together is only the beginning, keeping together is the progress, and working together is the success. Get r...

You can have the best product to sell and still miss that close. But what does it take to ace that pitch? Join Darren CdeBaca as he shares six gems to closing the sale – from talking with the client and gaining their trust to the closing questions to seal the deal. Tune in and get good examples to close that sale every time.

Most of us get easily nervous, especially when presenting to a large audience. How will you perform if you have an important presentation coming up, but you’re having doubts within yourself? In this episode, Darren CdeBaca shares strategies and tactics to overcome unnecessary stress when presenting to effectively connect with your audience. Using and practicing these tactics will help you build co...

Everyone wants to achieve success, but we must learn the steps we need to get there. Darren CdeBaca contemplates and bestows to us the proper way to success. He says that we have two brain banks: the content bank and the effort bank. Either one works us in rewiring or recontent. Join Darren as he breaks down which is which and how either can help you harness a growth mindset and make it a habit. H...

When you have a product to sell, one of the most important things to have is your A to Z fever story. That is your story that you want to share with everyone, from A to Z. This story should be infectious and exciting. Your passion needs to be front and center. Join your host, Darren CdeBaca as he speaks about crafting your A to Z story. Learn how to craft your storyboard so that you can spread it...

What characteristics set elite sales teams from the rest of the pack? Honing down on these traits isn’t just a matter of standing out; it’s a necessity if you want to increase your appeal to elite clients. In this episode, Darren CdeBaca breaks down the top five traits of elite salespeople and sales teams, as well as the mindset drivers that form the basis for those traits to exist. Prepare to tak...

There is power in words and it’s amazing what the right ones can do in our lives. From the moment we wake up, we use words to communicate with others and even with ourselves. If we start with motivational words in the morning, we would definitely carry positive energy throughout our day. Dive into the power of words and what your brain does during thought processes with your host, Darren CdeBaca....

How do you become excited? Easy; you become happy. Being happy is easier said than done but it is possible to maintain that happiness, that excitement that breaks barriers. Take a deep dive into what causes your brain to get excited with your host, Darren CdeBaca. Join in the conversation today to learn about DOSE and what it stands for. Believe in the power of happiness and change your mindset to...

We all want to be different from others, and we all wish to be seen as noteworthy. In today’s episode, it’s time to learn how to differentiate and be memorable. Join Darren CdeBaca as he discusses being memorable to others. Darren talks about how to differentiate yourself, how to become a more memorable person, and how to create relationships, both personal and professional, using these elements....

An obstacle is something that makes it difficult to do something. It's an object that you have to go around or over, or something that blocks your path physically or mentally. The best and highest achievers, however, don’t see, feel, or sense obstacles. They define and embody a mindset that gets in front of all that and eliminates a lot of it, minimizing them into illusions. In this episode, Darre...

Resetting your brain every now and then is something everyone should take note of. These days, there are people who don't even take time off work. They go from one load to the next without giving time for their brain to rest. If your brain doesn't rest, it won't grow. Join your host, Darren CdeBaca, as he talks about the importance of growth goals, whether they be personal or professional. Learn t...

Being a successful salesperson takes time and effort. According to Darren CdeBaca, one of the things you can do to achieve success in your sales career is to have a plan of accountability in constant purpose. It also boils down to how you are visible in the industry, what are the steps that you make to maintain that visibility, what your reputation is and your performance. Darren points out that w...

The value of your straw in the traditional sense refers to the customer experience you provide. In this episode, Darren CdeBaca shares the story behind the “straw.” It revolves around McDonald’s and how they ended up as one of the most successful franchises in United States history. The secret? Their straw was larger than other franchises. The larger straw made the experience of drinking milkshake...

In order to move forward and reach the next level, one must find their own path towards growth and development. Darren CdeBaca shares three simple words to serve as a guide in this journey: designate, dedicate, and elevate. He talks about appreciating your power and realizing where you currently are, serving as the foundation in determining how you can perform at your best. Darren then explains ho...