The Strategic Living Podcast with Brian Holmes

Never before, in my lifetime, have I seen our nation – or the world – so divided, so anxious, so completely hell-bent on perpetuating hatred, bigotry, and partisan pontification. We are faced with one of the great dilemmas in human history. This level of divisiveness and tension has the potential to destroy life as we know it. What will we do? What can we do? How do we stop the bleeding, and begin...

We’re unpacking the final of 12 factors that determine success, which is self-care. Over the last few months, we’ve pulled back the curtain on these factors of success, and how they help us build the life we always knew we were capable of living. This final factor may be the last one we mention, but is certainly not of least importance. You cannot expect to put your best foot forward to help anyon...

Are you comfortable? If your answer was yes, I want you to pay close attention to the program today. We’re going to challenge you to really look at your life, potential, and progress. If your answer is no, do you have any idea why you’re uncomfortable, or how to navigate through it? We’re going to challenge you to really look at your life, potential, and progress. Today I’m going to challenge you...

We’re unpacking the 11th of 12 factors that determine success, which is determination and follow through. A lot of us find ourselves determined to start things, but lacking when it comes to following through to completion. Don’t let perfection take precedence over progress. Press through. Finish what you started. Use the same determination that allowed you to start with such enthusiasm, to overcom...

Few things are more constant than change. Change is inevitable. Anything living is in a constant state of change because when movement stops, life ceases. On today’s episode, I want to talk to you about change, seasons, transition, and why it is imperative we recognize our season and steward it well. We’re talking about Seasons, Segues, and the Strategic Shifting of Priorities and Focus. Tips, Too...

We’re unpacking the 10th of 12 factors that determine success, which is accountability. While isolation may appear an ideal, productive environment, it can cost you dearly. While you may have a clear vision of where you’re headed, that clarity may be based in tunnel-vision. You need to not only seek, but accept counsel and input from those you trust, and you need to surround yourself with those pe...

To say distractions are rife would be an understatement. We are constantly bombarded with information in every form: advertisements, news, social media, bantering, etc. With all we have coming at us, vying for our attention, it takes extreme discipline to stay on point, stay focused, and keep progressing. In addition to the daily tasks that distract us, I’m really talking about shiny objects, rabb...

We’re unpacking the ninth of 12 factors that determine success, which is all about relationships. Relationships need to be prioritized, nurtured, evaluated. The relationships you choose to have in your life will directly impact the trajectory of your impact and the level of success you achieve. Who you pursue and who you allow to pursue you are paramount choices in your life. Tune in today to hear...

If you want to build anything (life, business, success, marriage, relationships, etc.), it is imperative for you to lay down a proper foundation in accordance with the structure you plan to build. My father-in-law spent over 20 years as a professional homebuilder and he took great pride in the quality and surety of the foundations upon which he built his houses. Foundations are critical in the suc...

We’re unpacking the eighth of 12 factors that determine success, which is implementing discipline and systems. Is the execution of tasks, goals, or projects one of your strengths? One thing that helps to have discipline or structure come a little easier is to have the right systems and the right team members in place. Discipline and systems are not only important, they’re critical. Let me encourag...

If you are a long-time listener, or you’re just now discovering the program, we are thrilled to have you here with us! During the last few months while we worked on rebranding and reworking not only our podcast but our overarching goals and business plans, we took a hiatus from our Thursday podcast episodes. Today is the day of our return, and I am so happy to be back in the saddle! On today’s pro...

We’re unpacking the seventh of 12 factors that determine success, which is having goals, and following through on planning. If you don’t have a plan you’ll lose your way, and if you don’t have set goals, you’ll hit them every time (in a big fat goose egg). Goals and planning are imperative in your day-to-day and in your long-term successes. Beyond having vision for what is possible, you need to im...

We’re unpacking the sixth of 12 factors that determine success (halfway through!), which is having vision. I’m not talking so much about the ability for you to physically see things around you, but for you to see beyond from a planning and dreaming and envisioning perspective. The ability to see beyond your current reality may seem simple, but is so profound in the pathway to your success. In orde...

We’re unpacking the fifth of 12 factors that determine success, which is having a desire to serve others. While I’m not encouraging you to “give away the farm” so to speak, I want you to pay close attention to what I have to say about involving others and going out of your way to serve them wholly. Evaluate the people you already work with or have relationship with and see how you can serve them....

We’re unpacking the fourth of 12 factors that determine success, which is having a cause or a mission bigger than yourself. Your personal goals and desired outcomes are absolutely important, but what about your WHY behind your WHAT? The reason you do what you do needs to be rooted in something more than personal satisfaction or gratification. Listen in today to find out why.

We’re unpacking the third of 12 factors that determine success, which is your core belief systems. Did you know what you believe and what you hold to be true governs the outcomes in your life? Even if something is completely false, but our hearts or minds believe it to be true, we will make decisions and orchestrate behaviors based in that belief. Crazy, right? Listen in today and pull the curtain...

We’re unpacking the second of 12 factors that determine success, which is that of self awareness. If you don’t understand who you were created to be, you’ll always be a square peg trying to fit in a round hole. The image you perceive of yourself may not be who you really are. Some of our struggles in life exist simply because we can’t figure out who to be in our own skin. Self awareness is a trick...

We’re unpacking the first of 12 factors that determine success, which is that of spiritual connectedness. I believe this is the foundational factor in any success journey, and without this crucial component, any opportunity will be off-kilter, or not be at its full potential. It’s a personal connection and deep, meaningful relationship. It’s the ultimate guidance and wisdom we can’t quite comprehe...

Today I’m introducing 12 factors that determine success and setting the stage for a deeper dive into strategies and components you can’t afford to be without. While today’s introduction is a general overview of all 12 factors, we will take each one separately and have it’s own episode around it. Tune in today and discover what these 12 factors are, which ones you believe you know the most about, a...

We’re concluding our series on the 4 C’s of Strategic Leadership, and today we’re talking about the fourth and final C: Communication. We’ve covered character, competence, and confidence so far. When you think about communication, you may sell yourself short by only thinking about the importance of what you say. Communication goes far beyond our own voice, however. Tune in today to learn more abou...

We’re continuing a new series on the 4 C’s of Strategic Leadership, and today we’re talking about the third C: Confidence. We’ve covered character and competence, but if you approach a situation or your calling with the right character and the right skill set, but you lack belief or confidence you’re able to execute, the entire result will suffer. Tune in as we talk about this more in-depth in tod...

We’re continuing a new series on the 4 C’s of Strategic Leadership, and today we’re talking about the second C: Competence. Last week we talked about the importance of character and how who you are and how you act are critical in gaining trust and setting the foundation for your influence. This week, we continue that theme in talking about competence and the importance of what you know, what you’v...

In this special edition episode, I have a few big announcements about the podcast and I’ll be giving you a preview of some of the major changes coming to BrianHolmes.com and Strategic Influencers LLC. As always, I’m honored you’re here and super excited you have made the decision to take it ALL to the next level, and beyond!   Where We’ve Been:  Strategic Influencers, LLC Blog & Podcast began in 2...

I’m introducing a new series on the 4 C’s of Strategic Leadership, and today we’re talking about the first C: Character. If you’re going to be a high-level influencer, being a leader or person of character is paramount. How you act in public and private life all matter and are a part of what gives you character. Tune in for more on this first C of strategic leadership and lay the foundation for th...

Over the last two weeks, we have been talking about rising to the next level. The premise is simple: there is a next level waiting, but whether you choose to engage or not is up to you. As you’re probably aware, I turned 50 earlier this year. While others may not be excited about that landmark, I’m more excited than I’ve ever been. As we prepare to take our website, podcast, and business to the ne...