It turns out that one of the most effective ways to simplify your business—and your life—is by choosing a core philosophy to guide you. When you operate from a solid set of principles, you gain clarity and direction, and you make things easier on yourself by knowing exactly where to focus. At ActionCOACH, we have […]
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There was a day I found myself thinking about the contrast between being happy and unhappy, which led me to reflect on the value—or lack thereof—of stress. Now, I’m not someone who believes that we can simply say, “I choose not to feel stress,” and magically make it disappear. But, I do think there’s merit
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Communication isn’t as straightforward as it seems. There are three core levels: Parent, Child, and Adult. Let’s break it down: When you communicate from a Parent or Child perspective, you force your listeners into the opposite role. In a business context, if you speak from a Parent perspective, you’re pushing your employees into a Child
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Let’s tackle another excuse that keeps you shackled in your comfort zone: free time. Ever heard yourself say, “I’ll have to give up TV” or whatever else you enjoy? Sure, that might be part of it. But here’s the kicker: successful business owners actually enjoy more free time than you do, especially if you’re constantly
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After a period of perturbation, you often feel a newfound sense of freedom. This feeling, though temporary, can be incredibly empowering. You may soon encounter your next limiting belief, restarting the cycle of perturbation. However, in the interim, you’ll likely experience rapid growth and find tasks that once seemed daunting become manageable and even enjoyable.
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Why does the idea of “having it all” feel so elusive? There’s ample evidence of successful individuals managing their lives seamlessly while building extraordinary businesses with their remaining time. So, why isn’t this the norm for everyone? Let’s delve into two intriguing statistics. Approximately 3% of people write down and achieve their goals. Yes, just
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Ever heard of the crab trap? It’s a fascinating phenomenon where crabs, despite having the ability to escape from a trap, end up pulling each other back down, preventing anyone from getting out. Intriguing, isn’t it? But what if we called it the human trap instead? Picture this: there’s a fire in a building, and
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That sense of discomfort you feel just before making a change—the pressure, fear, and anxiety—that’s perturbation. It occurs whenever you approach the edge of your comfort zone. Each time you reach this boundary, the same set of emotions arise, disrupting your mind. Your child mind uses these emotions to mess with you, attempting to keep
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Many of you might find this a tough pill to swallow, but emotions aren’t external forces that befall us. They’re not some cosmic roulette where situations dictate how we feel. Buckle up, because here’s the shocker: emotions are a choice. Now, before you dismiss this as some new-age mumbo jumbo, hear me out. We all
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I recently guided a client through a particularly tough situation, and during our conversation, they remarked that I was being harsh. This caught me off guard. “Why do you feel that way?” I asked. “Because you won’t let me avoid this issue. You keep insisting I address it directly. You refuse to let me take
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