Plan B Success

Who doesn't want to have the ability to process information coherently and make sound decisions? Isn't that the stuff leaders are made of? But, again you wonder! Is that all there is to it? If it is, how do you differentiate truly great leaders from machines that can do the same and perhaps, even better? That's where empathy comes in and so many of the emotions that make us human. To care for others and also for self, is what differentiates us from the rest. Listen in to get reintroduced to your Emotional Intelligence!

Freedom is priceless; of the mind, body & soul. You don't know how high you can fly until you break the shackles that bind you. Know it or not, we tend to wear shackles of our own making; of pre-conceived notions, assumptions & aspirations that we attribute to our own abilities! For once, let go of judgment and go all out, with trust in your abilities and in those around you to help you take flight. Who knows, you may not just reach for the moon but have it as well! Enjoy listening!

"Your self-worth is not determined by your success or failure!", says Russell Nohelty, a USA TODAY bestselling author of science fiction & fantasy books that are both entertaining & thought-provoking. Russell's books tend to merge these two disparate ideas; fun, fast-paced pulp novels and layered, deep philosophical tomes. His life's mission is to help all creators, but especially writers build better businesses through his company, The Complete Creative. You can learn more @ https://thecompletecreative.com/

Have you ever wondered what a sense of entitlement costs you? All of us feel a sense of entitlement sometimes. We feel we have a right to a better position at work, a bigger home, the best medical treatment, etc. because we believe we earned it. This simple yet flawed assumption is the cause of many of our shortcomings. We are only deserving of the rewards for which we put in the work. Yet, this sense of entitlement could be eating away at a generation's capabilities though it began with a sense of caring! Listen to understand how!

Adversity is an integral part of life & business. Yet, many get rocked by adversity and quit too easily. The question is not whether you should expect it, but how you will respond to it. Changing your worldview on adversity & failure is the key to long-term success. Let's hear some stories that drive this point home; that facing adversity is a must to better yourself, for your character and skills to come through on your path to success.

"Even a dead fish can float downstream and get somewhere." This quote had a deep impact on Andy Schindling, a former minor league pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles, helping him rethink his life trajectory to pursue his dreams! Andy is driven by a deep passion to give back to his community youth. On a journey from being a professional athlete to college graduate, he learned valuable life lessons that now serve as the driving force behind The Complete Player Charity. Listen to learn about his journey!

I believe we all look for ways to be kinder to one another but don't always know how. Let alone one another, sometimes we have to be kind to ourselves. What better way to begin that than with a smile! Smiles give us a chance to do something kind by simply passing them along. Often times, the simplest of thoughts and actions can change our lives immensely. And, the simplest of acknowledgments can make all the difference to someone else. Kindness exists and it begins with YOU!

Did you know that alliances are many - written, unwritten, and some based on principle? However, not all of them are made equal or are to the benefit of a team or its constituents. Even rivals can leverage these undercurrents. There's a thing or two to learn from frogs and ants when it comes to working together or watching each other's back. The question is - Who's got your back?

"We are going to come out stronger than ever before. What's going to save us is Entrepreneurs. Even during the depression, more businesses and millionaires were formed than ever before", says Joe DiChiara, Founder @ Bedrock Business Builders. A business veteran of 35 years and a CPA, Joe has worked with thousands of entrepreneurs and businesses helping them navigate complex regulatory terrain and shining the light on a path to success. Today, he discusses some of his best-kept secrets with us. As an old proverb goes, where there is chaos is an opportunity! Now is the time to re-look at your business, put your thinking cap on, and act. Start by listening in!

Life & Business are a roller coaster ride. A lot of tough stuff hits us throughout. Facing challenges is the norm, nowadays. And rightfully so, since it helps build our character and strength while keeping the ride interesting. We are asked to do more with less, be resourceful, innovative, and most importantly, resilient. The best way to build resilience is facing adversity. What kinds of adversity are out there and how do you best strategize to counter them? Listen NOW to find out!

Any crisis reeks of uncertainty. And, uncertainty is something no one is comfortable with. Yet, it's one thing that's certain in our lifetime! Don't you think that's reason enough to be prepared for what is certain? Managing through a crisis takes preparedness, acumen, positivity, resilience, and much more. Most of all, it requires us to be empathetic to each other since we are better prepared together than alone. To learn about a survival guide that will hold you in good stead, no matter the uncertainty, listen on!

How many of you out there love sales? If not love, are curious about what makes a salesperson tick? John Hill AKA Small Mountain is the Founder of Adapted Growth, a company focused on giving small teams and entrepreneurs a repeatable process to sell with, and Sales Throwdown where selling is first and foremost about the conversation where they take a deep dive into personalities and comfort zones using the DISC methodology to talk about what holds us back and how to keep moving forward. In this episode, we explore the art and science of sales to benefit novices to experts. You can learn more @ https://johnsmallmountain.com/

Have you ever wondered? What is the cost of your opportunity? Are you pursuing the right ones? Are you valuing your time as you should or is it just slipping by? What can you do to take control of your time and effectively manage your decisions to make the most of outcomes? It begins with understanding the cost of your opportunity! How? Tune in now!

When the Universe conspires to put you at home, what do you do to make the most of your time? This is not just about how you use your current time wisely but more importantly, how do you strategize for tomorrow? And what is that one thing that can help ensure you come out tops? Let's find out by tuning in!

Ever dreamed of a life traveling and living on the road while enjoying the freedom of time & money? Richard Matthews is doing just that with his family. An expert brand builder since 2012, he helps clients build businesses selling products, courses and coaching online through his Digital A.L.C.H.E.M.Y. Formula, the result of 10+ years of testing, tweaking, and trying things out in real markets, with real experts and customers. Learn more @ https://richardmatthews.me

Habits add a sense of reliability and order, in our day to day lives. And, most of us are creatures of habit. When things go as planned, we feel in control. But when life throws a curveball, it can leave us feeling anxious and stressed. For many Americans, not just Americans, but people the world over, life feels particularly uncertain lately. And in times when uncertainty swings from health to the economy and more, how do we find our anchor? Listen now to find out!

We, humans, are very ambitious and this ambition adds fuel to the fire. This same ambition is the cause of advancements in the world, making the world a better place for again, humans, in some ways good and in some ways, not so good. But, as long as ambition drives one to perform, conflict will always follow. The question is when a conflict is resolved, is it ever truly resolved?

An Inspirational Leader & Coach from Jamaica, Heneka Watkis-Porter has immense love for her country, its language, and culture which eventually led her to create Patwa Apparel. The clothing line became a launching pad, creating opportunities for speaking engagements, and later transforming itself into Patwa Culcha International. Next, she started a show on Power 106 FM called 'The Entrepreneurial You' which later evolved into a podcast where she interviewed Richard Branson, John Lee Dumas, Paul Carrick Brunson, Seth Godin, and many other influencers. Heneka is also the creator of the Caribbean's first virtual conference and expo: The Entrepreneurial You Virtual SME Conference & Expo. Visit https://henekawatkisporter.com to learn more!

Who do you believe knows you the best? Yourself, of course! And, the best way to know yourself is not by looking outside but inside, from an outsider's perspective. Give yourself the same treatment of assumptions and impressions that you would give an outsider! Perhaps uncomfortable, but you will be amazed at what you discover about yourself and how you can use that knowledge to better yourself & benefit from it. Benefit, not just you but all those around you as well. Well! With time on your hands now, why not learn more about yourself and discover your true potential & how to extract it?

There is nothing usual, normal or routine about current times. This is a period of collective trauma and its at such times that, we all need to exhibit a heightened sense of empathy for those around us. However, empathy should be our way of life whether times are normal or not. As humans, we all go through a roller coaster of emotions, ups, and downs and each of us needs a listening ear and a helping hand. I believe that the world we all look forward to stepping into will exhibit a higher level of empathy & sensitivity with each of us giving more, as a way of life!

Dr. Benjamin Hardy is an organizational psychologist and the bestselling author of Willpower Doesn't Work. His blogs and articles have been featured on Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Cheddar, Big Think, and many others with a readership of over 100 million. He is a regular contributor to Inc. and Psychology Today and since 2015, has been one of the top writers on the subject on Medium.com. In his new book, Personality Isn't Permanent, Dr. Hardy debunks the pervasive myths of personality that have captured pop culture. Let's listen in to our discussion on personalities and how they evolve throughout our lives taking a lesson from our experiences. Dr. Hardy can be reached at www.benjaminhardy.com

Optimism is the ability to react to problems with a sense of confidence and high personal ability. Specifically, optimistic people believe that negative events are temporary, limited in scope, and manageable. Though we are in the midst of a crisis, the magnitude of which is perhaps the largest we have seen in our lifetime; our current time is best spent in reviewing our personal & professional way of life to prepare for the future and to serve the world once we come out of the crisis. And yes, come out we sure will! But, the post-crisis world will have changed dramatically with new opportunities seeking new innovations and higher emotional intelligence.

No one thinks much about a crisis until faced with it. And it is in such times, that the true mettle of leadership is tested. It is better to be proactive and prepared before a crisis strikes; to think through the impact it can have on you, your family, your business, employees, and customers. Having a robust crisis management plan and executing it is the key to survival in any unforeseen crisis. However, no amount of preparation is ever enough. The closer you are to the eye of a storm, the higher your chances of coming out okay. In this episode, let's review the need for a crisis management plan and how to leverage it to your benefit.

The current crisis has seen dine-in restaurants to be significantly impaired. Many traditional restaurants that are now closed may not reopen. Social distancing could accelerate previous declines in the sector as consumers come to rely more on delivery and pick up. Peter & Cordia Kitchens have been working on ghost kitchens, delivery-only concepts, branded virtual restaurants and have built relationships with many major food delivery services. Cordia's management has extensive experience in brand licensing and promotion having worked with Michael Jordan, Mike Tyson, Hello Kitty, Disney, NASCAR, the CW Network, 21 Savage, Migos, Cardi B, G-Eazy, Claudia Schiffer, KISS, Saweetie, Christina Aguilera and Nelly. Let's hear Peter's thoughts on the transformation in the restaurant industry and how to come out successful in the new age!

Managing remotely or for that matter, performing as a part of a remote team or workforce is complex and challenging. Yet, it comes with its own pros as to being creative and innovative, in your zone, self-reliant and focused while also having the luxury of a flexible schedule to create an optimum and individual work-life balance. Let's review remote work management and how to extract peak performance from remote teams while altering the cultural fabric of a workforce to sustain it, which most of the organizations have embraced in the current times of need.

In the absence of a vaccine or herd immunity, social distancing is our only friend as we work together to flatten the curve while battling a highly contagious pandemic. To understand the WHAT, WHY & HOW, we need to understand the underlying science of it. Let's listen in to understand how best we can stack up together and beat it!

As a Tony Robbins Results Coach, Nick Davies changes lives on a daily basis! His passion is to guide his clients to the strengths they have inside and create lasting transformation in their internal and external lives! Nick pulls from his deep business and life experiences to approach any situation and get results. Having grown up outside of London, England and now a resident of Waxhaw, North Carolina, Nick shares what it takes to be a Transformational Coach and how to benefit from one. If you would like to explore 'awareness' with Nick, click the link to learn more and get access to a FREE resource www.onemansbalance.com/freemindscan

Uncertainty is certain in modern times, in every facet of life. Embracing that fact does us a whole lot of good by helping us get decisive and action-oriented. Hope is not an answer and neither is being uncomfortable in the uncertainty surrounding us. The only way to be in control is to live in the present and take massive action to find our mooring in the midst of a storm.

Pandemics are not new to us, humankind. We have seen them for ages and with every threat, it brings us closer as one, fighting a universal enemy. This time is no different. However, what's different is that in order to control the spread while we look for a way to manage the pandemic and seek a cure, we need to go against our touchy-feely aspect of human nature and practice social distancing. On the brighter side, it's a way to leverage our virtual platforms and hone our skills on the same. Together, we all will come out stronger through this one too!

Stacey Magovern went from outside salesperson to running a multi-million-dollar company overnight. The wife of a police officer, Stacey's passion for helping families of law enforcement became her business. She launched her company Point Blank Safety Services in 2012 with no way of knowing today her company would be one of the most successful traffic safety and security companies in Texas. She then used that success to pay it forward by founding a nonprofit, Blue Family Fund that provides scholarships for First Responder dependents and financial aid to families of injured or fallen law enforcement officers. In this episode, we reflect on the sacrifices of our law enforcement heroes who put their life on the line so we may stay safe and how Stacey took it upon herself to make a difference in their and their families' lives.

Are smart people always happy and satisfied? If not, what is it that comes in the way of them pursuing success and enjoying it when attained? Also, what can be done to help them experience true happiness? Well, let's listen and find out!

We have been trained to believe that being relatively smart and working hard are the keys to becoming successful. Perhaps so, when it comes to average success but definitely NOT, if you seek immense success in life and business! In this episode, we explore what it takes to not just seek average success but to capitalize on your skills and opportunities to maximize the success you can have.

Agostino Pintus, a general partner w/ Realty Dynamics Equity Partners is a multifamily investor. Prior to this, he was a career executive in the tech industry. Agostino is also the subject of The Bulletproof Multifamily Mindset Show, a series focused on topics of multifamily investor interest. Additionally, he is the host of The Bulletproof Cashflow Podcast. In this episode, we discuss simple strategies to make big shifts in career and business outcomes and learn how to rise above our own limitations to drive business and personal success.

"Blockchain", a value exchange protocol, the poster child of cryptocurrency and what is being touted as perhaps, Bitcoin technology's legacy is poised to disrupt several verticals starting with Finance, Banking, Insurance, and Healthcare. In this episode, let's put our imagination to work and understand how this technology functions!

The most disruptive technologies of the current and upcoming decades include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and an interesting technology still in its infancy called Blockchain. In this episode, we make an attempt to understand the basics of blockchain technology and how it works as well as its application in cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, which has become the most popular cryptocurrency yet!

Early 2020 stats reveal that podcasting as a medium has grown to over 850K podcasts with about 30 million episodes per month in 100 languages. Although around for a decade-plus, listenership is constantly growing! In this episode, we explore podcasting and the role it plays in personal & business branding and how the microphone has moved from the hands of large media houses into your study or living room! Kelly Glover is a media veteran with an 18-year career who has launched The Talent Squad where she works with entrepreneurs, authors, and experts to book them on podcast interviews. You can learn more about her @ www.thetalentsquad.com

Each one of us aspires to accomplish the goals we establish for ourselves. In order to do that, we need to nurture constant motivation and consistently perform at peak productivity. A lofty task, yet totally possible! How you may ask! Well, with 3 simple hacks that we discuss in this episode. Listen, Learn & Apply!

Starting your morning with a personalized routine creates discipline, helps establish intentional living and sets you on the path of success. Such routines give us structure and when followed regularly, become a habit and as a result, allow us to live our lives at our productive best. Let's review how to establish a routine that works for you!

Shifting your focus from getting to giving is not only personally fulfilling, but also the most financially profitable way of doing business, says Bob Burg in his Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek bestseller, The Go-Giver. One of the 30 Most Influential Leaders named by the American Management Association, Bob regularly addresses audiences sharing the platform with notables including today's top thought leaders, broadcast personalities, Olympic athletes and political leaders including a former United States President. For over 30 years he's helped companies, sales leaders, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell with less resistance, and grow their businesses. In this episode, we learn of the values gathered and shared from the sought after speaker himself.

Before a prospect looks at what you have to offer or considers becoming a customer or an employee, they look at the brand image and what your organization stands for. This underscores the importance of creating a strong brand backed by the foundational elements of vision, mission, and values. They are the building blocks that set the course for the organization and also work on finding alignment with the customer base. In this 2 part series, Let's dive deeper to find out how to create a differentiated brand that helps attract and retain an audience that will propel the organization on its growth journey.

Before a prospect looks at what you have to offer or considers becoming a customer or an employee, they look at the brand image and what your organization stands for. This underscores the importance of creating a strong brand backed by the foundational elements of vision, mission, and values. They are the building blocks that set the course for the organization and also work on finding alignment with the customer base. In this 2 part series, Let's dive deeper to find out how to create a differentiated brand that helps attract and retain an audience that will propel the organization on its growth journey.

Systems are an essential part of efficient management and productive leadership for higher performance. Bob Norton, President & CEO of AirTight Management has made it his life's mission to propagate this message through his training, coaching and consulting programs for CEOs, Executives, and Managers. In this episode, Bob shares The AirTIght Six Systems framework that supports the art of management, leadership and business growth. Bob also shares lessons he has gathered over his decades of experience working with leaders the world over and his plans as we enter the next decade of the 21st century. You can learn about Bob and his programs @ http://www.airtightmgt.com

The world, as we know it is the most connected today! You might attribute it to technology but I believe this is due to the opportunity, avenues, and ability of communication growth. In this episode, we discuss the role good communication plays in our lives and how it can enable us to enjoy more fulfilled lives.

Each of us has likes and dislikes, things that we enjoy and are good at and at the same time, things we are not necessarily good at but yet, MUST be done in order to ensure wholesome results. The traditional advice has been to focus on your weaknesses so you may turn them into strengths as well. Let me tell you, that is a HUGE mistake! In fact, focus on your strengths and excel in those areas while you find help in your areas of weakness. Help from those whose strength it is! You will be well served and enjoy what you do while getting wholesome results!

In one year alone, 475,000 Americans die from a cardiac arrest. Globally, cardiac arrest claims more lives than colorectal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, influenza, pneumonia, auto accidents, HIV, firearms, and house fires combined. Today's guest is Kirk Mote, founder of Rescue Site Services, where he specializes in developing AED programs for Homes and businesses. Kirk uses the only Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on the market with Real CPR Help®, the world's #1 AED program management solution, and scenario-based training. Kirk's life mission is #TargetZero, which is a vision of the world where no one dies from sudden cardiac arrest. In this episode, we discuss the importance of having an AED in your home and in a public access area. We also learn about how Kirk's response to a medical emergency sparked his journey to launch Rescue Site Services.

In life, what goes around comes around. Hence, it's important to ensure that we do right by others and also expect to be treated right as well. In this episode, we discuss a few examples of this and how it's important to manage our needs based on priority and also be generous with our feelings and positive remarks to make a difference in others' lives for the favor is returned without asking for it.

Nobody likes to be sold to, but everyone likes to buy! Professional salespeople get a bad rap due to the animosity people have developed toward sales. However, sales is an honorable profession and is the lifeline of any business. The craft of sales is not about pushing your products and services but, about actually learning your prospect's problems and facilitating solutions to make their life easier. Sales need not be pushy at all. It's about winning your prospect's trust, turning them into a customer and maintaining that trust to enjoy the relationship while also having them as your repeat customer, as we shall learn from this episode.

Chris Widener, a top international speaker will have your audience laughing one minute and learning timeless truths of success the next. Chris was hand-selected by two of the legends of the speaking world to work with them and he now carries on their legacy. Jim Rohn, one of the most successful speakers of the last 50 years, and also known for being Tony Robbins' first mentor, made Chris his last protege. Chris and Jim co-authored the Jim Rohn One Year Success Plan as well as Jim's last book, The Twelve Pillars, which has become an international best-seller. Zig Ziglar, considered to be the greatest motivational speaker of the 20th Century, personally chose Chris to co-host his television show, True Performance. Chris' two books, The Angel Inside, and The Art of Influence are the only two fiction books Zig Ziglar endorsed in his entire life. Along with co-hosting True Performance, Chris also hosted his own show, Made for Success, where he interviewed some of the top business achievers and thought leaders of our time. In this episode, we discuss his speaking and coaching career over the last couple of decades, his learnings and how the changing world of technology opens up new opportunities in the space.

Strategy and Execution, together form the crux of any organization's success. And, a good leader is one that knows how to manage these both effectively. Yet, at the same time, a leader also knows how to leverage resources to make this happen while continuing to hone the required skills in their peers and subordinates to evolve as true leaders to take the organizational mission forward. In this episode, we review the strengths needed to function as not just a good, but a true leader who knows that one's individual success is dependent on collective team success!

We are almost a month into 2020! How are your resolutions and your goals shaping up? How are you progressing on them? Life is as disciplined or chaotic as we make it. In this episode, we revisit the most precious of life themes that we need to pursue as individuals and as a family to get to our end goals successfully, together!