Shark Theory

My Brother is one of the most inspiring people I know. A former Texas Tech Football letterman who battled back from a broken back, torn achilles and torn shoulder, he's also an award-winning salesman, an ultra endurance athlete and family man... I ask him how he manages to keep everything in his life functioning at peak levels and today he revealed how he does it. In this episode, we'll cover: Why you aren't "too busy" Changing our relationship with time how to overcome the "I'm too" syndrome Connect with Britton on instagram at @BrittonBarbee

A good friend of mine Adrianne Ross told me that when her mother passed away, she gave her so much wealth...and none of it had anything to do with money. As a result of that amazing concept, today we examine the real wealth of life. In this episode, we'll cover: Finding the goldmines in our lives How to increase wealth in areas that really matter The best thing to do with wealth How to live a fulfilled life

Perhaps we aren't all software engineers that can code the next Facebook, Uber or Twitter, but we can all create a platform in our lives that helps others. In this episode, we'll cover: Thinking Bigger than the Goal Creating a Repeatable Process How to become the teacher Tweak and Grow

I often think about the lyrics in one of Michael Jackson's iconic songs when he says, "I'm looking at the man in the mirror. I'm asking him to make a change." We all want to make changes, but how do we? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of good lighting Why the first thought matters Developing humility for change A kind word to go

Have you ever considered the fact that maybe it's not your effort that's preventing you from reaching the next level, but maybe you're giving effort at the wrong time? In this episode, we'll cover: What we can learn from the world's greatest sculptor about time Developing a Mayweather Mindset How to avoid living in the "good ol days"

At the funeral for my aunt this weekend, the preacher said "There is one step between life and death." That stuck with me and all weekend I've asked myself, "if life is so short, how do we make it count?" In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of motive Why you should be proactive Operate in Haste Doing the small things

Do you want to be continually better or occasionally great in life? The masters of any industry choose continual improvement. How you accomplish that is by making daily deposits in the various buckets of your life. In this episode, we'll cover: How to improve daily Why "Big Steps" are a myth A new reason for Discipline How to change your life

Not everyone that was good for you still is. The sad reality is that many of us have Enamigos in our circles...those that pretend to be friends but are really enemies in disguise. If you don't identify and remove those snakes, your success will suffer. In this episode, we'll cover: The dangers of the Boa Constrictor Enamigo Firing Free Agents How to insulate yourself Limiting Access

We all have periods of our life in which we want to quit. Perhaps a training plan is difficult, a job is too hard or a relationship has more downs than ups. What we do while we decide whether we quit or not can be the difference in a life of success or mediocrity. In this episode, we'll cover: Positive vs. Optimistic Listening to the Pros and Cons of a situation Why the verdict never matters

We falsely believe that we will perform better if we wait until we are motivated. The reality is that results require to work just as hard on days when you aren't motivated as days you are. In this episode, we'll cover: Removing the need for motivation Establishing a new Modus Operandi Wireframing your life for optimal results

Disappointment is an aspect of life we can't avoid but also one that we seldom see coming. How you rebound from it dictates who you are and who you are dictates what you become. In this episode, we'll cover: Accepting the Hurt Recentering Yourself How to rebound and win

This weekend I found myself researching Sloths after seeing a video on instagram. How can something that moves so slow and has no natural defenses even survive? The answer holds a key to our successes as well. In this episode, we'll cover: The advantage of your uniqueness What slow and steady actually does How to capitalize on your idiosyncrasies

Though I receive several requests, I have no desire to be a life coach. Mainly because I haven't mastered life enough to tell others how to live all aspects of theirs. However, If I was to give advice, this is what it would be. In this episode, we'll cover: Being Present In Your Life Being Grounded in your Beliefs Focus on where you want to go or what you want accomplish

The other day I went for a run and decided not to take my headphones or phone. As I walked away an alert came on my watch that said "disconnected." I thought about it...what are some other areas of life we need to disconnect from? In this episode, we'll cover: Reframing the word Disconnect Finding areas of life in which you are too connected The process of Disconnecting The #1 reason you should disconnect

The other day I had the same run that I had the week before and didn't perform near as well as the previous time. Dejectedly, I analyzed my performance and felt like I was regressing, but perhaps there's another way to look at it... In this episode, we'll cover: Focusing on how far you've come A healthy way to compare Playing the Long Game in life

In a world of Dogs and Cats, a good friend of mine visited a friend of his who owns a Kangaroo. I thought to myself, "Do you know how outside the box you have to think to order and domesticate a Kangaroo in Dallas, TX?!" What I learned is there are levels to everything and we all need to level up. In this episode, we'll cover: The commonalities between all peak performers Why you should hang around those further in life than you Identifying the next level

Before you become legendary, you have moments of legend...moments of greatness. Before there is seasonal greatness there are signs of greatness. Today we examine the signs. In this episode, we'll cover: Foundations of Greatness Searching for the right signs (indicators of future greatness) Focusing on the little picture

It's not the answers you get, but rather the questions you ask that determine your growth in life. On today's episode, we discuss three simple questions you can ask yourself to ensure growth. In this episode, we'll cover: How to reframe doubt and fear Simple way to improve what's already working How to fill your head with the right thoughts before bed

The same spark that lights a cigarette can light a forest fire. By that logic, the same spark that lights a small goal can ignite a much larger dream. How big is your dream? In this episode, we'll cover: Having a Forest Fire size goal Setting the correct environment for an idea to grow How to be prepared for inspiration to strike When to take action on a dream

The only true battle is the one between your ears. During a 10k run time trial in 90 degree weather yesterday, I had to fight that battle. In this episode, we'll cover: The ultimate test Why distractions inhibit growth How to rebound when things don't go your way What you can learn while you're still in the race

Society is fine living in a land of mediocrity, if you listen to this podcast, then thankfully you are not one of those people. How can we continue to raise the bar and separate ourselves from the mediocre of the world? It starts by expecting more. In this episode, we'll cover: The minimum acceptable standard Thinking two levels up Setting new standards How to become a leader

My brother showed me a picture of the bottom of his old running shoes (with 450 miles on them) versus the new pair he just got of the same shoe. It looked like two different shoes but reminded me that people don't see the work underneath, they just the results we get. In this episode, we'll cover: How to gauge your work and progress The importance of staying sharp and self-checkups The best way to reach a goal

On a recent run I was pushing myself, gasping for air and my heart was beating out of my chest. Whereas normally I'd slow down, I asked myself the question, "What if this is how it's supposed to feel?" What if we've been shortchanging ourselves because of limiting believes and lies we've believed? In this episode, we'll cover: Detecting the limiting lies we believe Drawing inspiration from others Embracing the new "norm"

Admittedly, I'm not an outdoorsman, however, this weekend I had a chance to go to a Ranch in West Texas and participate in activities like fishing and Skeet shooting. I learned a few lessons that can help us all take our lives to the next level. In this episode, we'll cover: How to think Clearly Why Experience makes it look easy The quickest way to master anything The value of appreciation

I saw a quote the other day that said, "Nothing blooms all year long. be patient." This is true with flowers and this is true with success. On today's episode, we look at the seasons of success and help you find where you're at. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of the initial work How adversities help you in the long run Surviving the silent season Identifying your season

New levels require new effort to reach new results. But how do we battle the uncertainty and vulnerability associated with growth? Find out on today's episode. In this episode, we'll cover the following: Developing appreciation for uncertainty Reframing the word "difficult" Why what got you here won't get you there

I can't think of anything more boring than a pencil sharpener. However, great leaders find inspiration, lessons, and opportunity in all things. On today's episode, we look at lessons we can take from a pencil sharpener. In this episode, we'll cover: How to inspire others How to get others to pursue you How to sharpen those around you The importance of being the best at one thing

Inside each of us is a burning desire to win...I call it the Victory Monster. The problem is, many either suppress it or don't know how to activate it. Today we show you how. In this episode, we'll cover: Acknowledging your inner fire The proper fuel for a victorious life How your wins can benefit others The importance of instability

While stuck in traffic, I saw a row of cement trucks. Though idle, they kept spinning to keep the cement liquid. We all have the "cement" inside of us, ready to be released to the world. The trick is not harden and let your skill die. In this episode, we'll cover: Finding out what you were designed for The intersection of great and love How to grow while idle How to find your calling

Do you remember the SitCom "Friends," where the character Joey would always say his famous line, "How youuuu doing" when he'd speak to a pretty girl? The line became a staple of the show, but the phrase itself is something that's needed now more than ever. In this episode, we'll cover: How to spot people you need to check on The power of caring about others Accountability Checks with Yourself

During a 20 mile run early yesterday morning, I saw several flashing red lights. Unlike standard red lights that make us wait, flashing red lights are there to make us aware of what's around us, and then give us the ability to proceed. This flashing light mentality can be used in our lives as well. In this episode, we'll cover: How to find opportunity How to grow in a company that inhibits growth What the "flashing red lights" are telling our bodies and minds

We reached episode 200! I'm sincerely grateful to everyone who has taken time out of their day to listen to any of these podcasts. Your support means the world to me. On today's episode, I reflect on the last 100 episodes, how much I've grown as a person, and share the top lessons that I've learned that will help you get to your goals quicker. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of mental milestones How to reach bigger goals Why circumstances don't matter Why it's best to be the worst around better people The epic role of Self-Talk The Quest you must embark upon

A buddy of mine, Chad Sanschagrin, posted a run of his with the title "Momentum." I thought about how important the power of a WORD can be. On today's episode, we examine how you can pick and adhere to a word for peak-performance in your life. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of a Word for growth The benefits of Daily and Weekly Words How to hold yourself accountable

Do you ever have those days where you're just not ok? No matter what you do, you can't shake the stress, worry, or heartache? When you have those days, it's important to admit it...and then create a plan to leave that day behind. In this episode, we'll cover: Coming to grips with the bad day Setting a time limit for unproductivity Drilling down to the root of the anxiety How to turn your day around

In an effort to expand my limits and push boundaries, I signed up for the HokaOne Rocky 50, (50 Mile trail run) in February. The only problem is, I have never even done a trail run. That changed this weekend when some friends took me out for my first trail run. Lessons learned on the trails can be applied to blazing the trails of life and career. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of Trusting your Team and their Experience Awareness and how to respect people who do things different than you Why who you're with is more important than what your'e doing Why any progress is still good progress

Failure has prevented more goals and dreams from being realized than any other adversity. I'm not talking about the actual event of failure, but rather the perception of failure...the fear of the unknown. But what if I told you failure wasn't real? In this episode, we'll cover: Changing your perspective on failure The tricks your mind plays on you What a dairy farmer from the 1800s can teach u about success How to Win or improve every single time The shirt I referenced in the podcast can be purchased HERE

When things don't go as planned or a plan fails, we often ask ourselves, "Whose fault is it?" While it's a common question, the answer is what defines leadership. In this episode, we'll cover: How to Revise a Plan The Four Most common versions of Fault What history teaches us

The Texas heat is brutal...and so is the heat and adversity of life. On today's episode, we discuss tips for beating the heat. In this episode, we'll cover: Flipping the Formula of Self-Talk How to shape the world the way you want to Adapt to success

Moving forward is simple...in theory. Yet so many of us are stuck in a rut and unable to progress in life. Today we examine practical tips for moving forward in your career and life. In this episode, we'll cover: The best place to put your trust The importance of sighting your goals What productive people do that busy people don't The best way to reach a goal

The 15th law of Robert Greene's classic book, The 48 Laws of Power, says "Crush the Enemy Totally." The trick is to find the right enemy. In This episode, we'll cover: Identifying the True Enemy Finding Allies for a Cause How to ensure you're doing your part Fighting until there is a clear victory

Do you live the life you love for a living? I'm not saying do you have everything you want, but do you truly enjoy what you do everyday? If not, today's episode, will give you insight on attaining a fulfilled life that you enjoy. Why you have to believe you're already who you want to be Why commitment isn't enough A positive spin on Obsession Why you should claim to be the best

I'm good at a couple of things, cooking is not one of them. However, there's a lot of lessons to be learned in messing up something as simple as a pancake. In this episode, we'll cover: The difference in a front man and a leader Why you should never fake it til you make it Why experience always win Asking the right people for help

A chance encounter with a homeless man at a Taco Bell taught me a lot about our capacity to all make a difference in the world. In this episode, we'll cover: How to make a difference The importance of knowing what you want The law of Reciprocity How gratitude is a skill you need to learn most

Have you ever been looking forward to an event so much and something happens that prevents the event from taking place and the rest of your day is "ruined?" It happened to me, and today we discuss how to avoid ruining your day when life doesn't go as planned. In this episode, we'll cover: Finding the underlying issue How find mental gas stations Changing the momentum

The world is "coming back to a start" and we're all left with the same worry?... "How do I start over and gain momentum?" In this episode, we'll cover: Identifying your strengths A new perspective on "stuck" The beauty of hindsight How to avoid repeating your past

Are you a wave or a seagull? Waves make moves; seagulls just make noise. There's a difference. In this episode, we'll cover: How to commit to change Going the distance How to avoid being taken advantage of Playing the long game

This weekend I asked my four year nephew if he was still doing a certain activity and he said, "NO, I deleted it out of my mind." So profound. What if we took that same simple logic and applied to areas and thoughts that held us back. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of not overthinking it DECIDING How to deprioritize negative thoughts Replacing the old with the new

Jim Rohn famously stated, "Be careful who you become in pursuit of what you're after." On the flip side, when it comes to goals, lately I've been asking myself "Who would I have to become to hit the goals I want to reach?" In this episode, we'll cover: Reaching goals faster through modeling Applying the 80/20 rule to get results quicker Why you don't have to be as disciplined as you think The advantage of starting early

One of my best friends, Heather Marcus, told me a remarkable story about her experience with a wasp that contains answers to how we as a society can treat those we fear or don't understand, whether that be racial, political, or religiously different people than us. The answer is this: Leave them Alone. In this episode, we'll cover: What to do when you're afraid Why certain "victories" can ruin your life The secret to peace How bias is programmed into your subconscious and how to change it Check out Heather's great blog at HeatherMarcus.com

We all are beginners at something, perhaps filled with a little fear or anxiety when starting a new task. Eventually, with hard work, we master it. But how often do we find ways to continue to push ourselves once the task becomes easy? In this episode, we'll cover: Creating Checkpoints for growth Analyzing "Difficult" How to become an explorer to enhance your growth