From Chad

One of Stephen Covey’s seven disciplines of highly effective people self-renewal. He calls it sharpening the saw. Rest and renewal is not apart from our work but part of it.

Warren Buffett’s concept of the “inner and outer scorecard” highlights the importance of living authentically versus seeking external validation. It involves self judgment in following one’s instincts.

Companies often lose sight of customer value by becoming obsessed with optimizing internal processes. This “process trap” leads to pour outcomes and a lack of innovation, successful companies, prioritize, customer, centricity, and product quality over cost cutting and metrics.

Once upon a Time lived a jar and a stream…

Most people never attempt to start a new habit or pursue a goal, giving up before making any real effort. Brian Tracy emphasizes the importance of starting, highlighting that transformation happens in the present, not the past or future. He encourages taking small, consistent actions, building confidence through small wins, and clarifying goals to overcome the barrier of inaction.

Success is not based on luck, but on a proven plan and consistent execution. Instead of relying on chance, create a blueprint for your journey by following a proven framework.

A reflection on life’s fleeting nature, emphasizing the importance of living fully in the present.

“ Two roads diverged in a yellow wood…”

Is your tendency to “go along to get along” a survival instinct? Maybe your frustration with the status quo as a show of creativity and leadership. Turning this outward, that teammate or employee who can’t seem to get with the program might have some ideas worth listening to. A better story to tell yourself is non-conformity creates change and lord knows there are things that need to be changed.

The “Audience Effect” shows that who watches us influences our performance, whether positively or negatively. Being prepared is crucial, as jumping into unprepared situations can lead to negative outcomes. Surrounding ourselves with positive influences brings out the best of us.

Embrace the magic of books. Tell yourself a better story today by reading better stories. When you hold a book in your hand, you are holding magic.

The whole nation thought he was a crazy old man to undertake an almost impossible feat. Most feared that he would die trying. But this humble old man proved all the critics wrong.

Identity isn’t claimed. It’s done. Actions shape identity. Want to be that person? Do the things that type of person does.

The power of incremental, patient growth is illustrated through the story of a penny doubling daily for 31 days, ultimately resulting in over $10 million. This concept applies to various aspects of life, such as money, relationships, and health, emphasizing the importance of consistency and long-term investment.

Changes don’t have to be colossal, just consistent. The better story you can tell yourself is small, smart choices, consistently applied overtime, leads to radical changes.

Clara the caterpillar was captivated by the butterflies she saw floating through the forest, not knowing the fight ahead of her that would lead to a transformation she never dreamed of.

Nolan Bushnell, founder of Atari, embrace technological constraints to create innovative, video games. By challenging his team to make the worst ideas work, he shifted their thinking from critical to creative, fostering innovation. This approach highlights the power of constraints in driving creativity.

“The impediment to the way is the way,” wrote Marcus Aurelius. Perhaps the problem you’re facing isn’t working against you, but has been provided for you.

Constraints can fuel creativity. Limitations can be a blessing in disguise.

Don’t believe the old saying “old dogs can’t learn new tricks.” It’s not true! It’s not true for canines and it’s not true for you. You are made to grow and give your whole life.

The right word at the right time from the right person can make all the difference.

Don’t let them fool you… fool them instead!

Herb Kelleher, founder of Southwest Airlines, exemplified a bias for rapid action in a memorable story about a marketing campaign.

The clock is the most influential component of an NFL football game, shaping strategy and outcome. Just as the clock determines urgency and efficiency in football, it influences decisions and outcomes in life.

Adopt a “buffalo mindset” by facing challenges head-on. Buffalo run toward storms, not away from them. Buffalo run into harsh weather, not avoid it.