Shark Theory

Most of us are mission-oriented, always on the go in pursuit of making the world a better place or aggressively attacking our goals. But what happens when it all stops? The Quarantine has many of us in uncharted territory. How do we keep the fire burning and continue living out our mission? In this episode, we'll cover: What Bonsai Trees can teach us about growth Why you should take time to Listen to yourself an others How to conduct emotional and mental spring cleaning

There are certain people you meet that change your perspective on life. I met a homeless man who, through his energy and words, became a role model for how we should all approach life. In this episode, we'll cover: Why appearances can be deceiving The benefit of desiring less Happiness from simplicity There's always an opportunity to smile How to bless those with more than you

In the uncertain times we live in, you still have the ability to decide if you will subscribe to anxiousness, worry, and fear or if you'll find a way to win. Which will you choose? In this episode, we'll cover: What anxiousness really means How to tackle the root issue beneath fear Ways to keep your mind from going idle The law of reciprocity and how it benefits you

COVID-19 has affected many of us and for most of us, has created a "new normal." Rather than worry or live in fear, what if we adapted to change and found a way to win? In this episode, we'll cover the following: How to find productive tasks to improve your life How to experiment with lifestyle design The plus side of Quarantines How to get ahead by helping others

This quarantine has many of us going stir crazy, but sadly, it has many of us using this time to do absolutely nothing. With free time comes the opportunity to improve your life, gain momentum, and find opportunities. You can only do that by doing more in a time when others are doing less. In this episode, we'll cover: Identifying areas we are stagnant in The beauty of setting "pretty cool" goals. How to do three times as much as you think you can Why you can't overthink your goals Setting new standards in your life

In a world of hysteria, panic, fear and everything changing, how much would you enjoy an easy day? Guess What? Everyday's an easy day if you want to be. Attack epic tasks with an "easy day" mentality. In this episode, we'll cover: Tricking Your Mind into Greatness The downside to a strong mind Repetition makes it easy The benefit of a job well done

The Corona Virus Quarantine has most people around the globe on lockdown, away from their Jobs, and without the ability to go to social and/or public events. With this downtime, many of us face extreme boredom. How do we combat that? In this episode, we'll cover: Being thankful for the ability to be bored The struggle of facing yourself The importance of Hard Skills Self-Evaluation techniques Why you should give back

The Corona Virus has society in mass hysteria and panic. When we panic, we fall far below our potential. A recent camping expedition taught me some fundamental lessons that you can employ to thrive in challenging times. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of digging deeper How to establish your Core Why Essentials are vital to success How to use adversity to your advantage The benefit of escaping the rat race

We set large goals that may seem impossible if we look at how much further we have to go to reach them. How can we keep momentum when the goals seem too far to reach? We break them down into steps. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of seeing the big picture Finding strategic "check-points" toward your goals Why you should break big goals into small goals How to evaluate your position

We all times when we we know we need to take an action or make a decision, yet many of us don't. Why is that? Why do we drag our feet, procrastinate, or find other ways to avoid doing what needs to be done? There is a cost of inaction. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of knowing where you're headed How to take decisive action Why you should stick with a Decision Embracing being wrong Why you should lead with your head not your heart

80% of People give up on their New Year's Resolutions in 19 days. Even more people quit on their dreams and goals daily. Why is that? More importantly, how can we learn to NOT Quit? In this episode, we'll cover: How to escape the "Fantasy Football" mindset Why You should Set Goals You don't think you can reach How Accountability can change your Life Why Quitting now will ensure you Quit Later How to Quit lying to Yourself

My new book, Opportunity Engineer, is in stores now. The question I've been asked a lot over the last few days is, "What is opportunity engineering?" Simply put, it's the process by which you can find and create opportunity in your personal and professional life. In this episode, we'll cover: ASK - The importance of removing preconceived falsities from your mind SHIFT - How to change your mindset to see possibility SHARPEN - looking at your toolset of skills and focusing on those that set you apart FIND - opportunity is everywhere if you know what to look for CREATE - you can manifest your own opportunity with less effort than you realize Purchase Opportunity Engineer Here >> https://amzn.to/2VHeEkr

We underestimate our capacity and potential by an infinite amount. How do we change that and realize what we're capable of? For me, it's a decision to run an unaided, unsupported marathon by myself. The point is, we can only grow if we truly set the bar high and attack the goal. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of making time for yourself How to find and push through your limits The importance of being your own support group How to fight negative self talk with gratitude

There's a misconception that being positive means you view the world as all sunshine and rainbows. There's also a belief that if you remain positive, negativity stays away from you. This is fundamentally untrue. In this episode, we'll cover: Accepting that Negativity is attracted to Your Light What positivity really means Why you owe it to the world to be positive How to handle negativity

Our lives are filled with planners, calendars, and apps and various productivity tools to help us get on track. But what do we do when we're on track? How do we remain focused and stay on track when things are going our way? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of understanding everyone gets off track How to create success parameters to keep you focused Why "Wake up" Bumper checks are vital to success The advantage of purposely getting off track

Valentine's Day is a celebration of Love where we offer shower our significant others with flowers, gifts, compliments and more. Sadly, it's one day only and the V-day hangover, aka "back to real life," sets in the next day. But what if we took that mentality and applied to ourselves, and applied it everyday? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of giving yourself lasting gifts Why being selfish is selfless Why loving yourself increases your capacity for others The power of Self Gratitude

Society places extreme emphasis on "looks" and perceived perfection. However, the best opportunities in life come from seeing the beauty in people, situations, and circumstances before the rest of the world does. In this episode, we'll cover: Finding opportunity that others overlook or miss How to convert "flaws" into strengths Becoming indispensable to your market How to create a Win-Win Check out the company I drew inspiration for this episode from at https://www.imperfectfoods.com/

Society benefits by making you believe that who you are isn't good enough. If we can learn to see the beauty in ourselves, we gain clarity and confidence in pursuit of that which we wish to become. In this episode, we'll cover: How to control your viewpoint of yourself How to expose negative motives of others Should you change certain aspects of yourself? Embracing the power of your unique qualities

102 Million viewers tuned in to the Super Bowl to watch elite athletes live out their dreams. While the event is a great spectator sport, it offers clues as to how you can reach the pinnacle of your career or goals. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of playing until it's over Why "odds" are overrated How to stay focused in the down time The difference in winners and losers

Have you ever asked yourself, "what does it take to become iconic?" Have you ever thought that you have what it takes to create a lasting legacy? There's lessons that can be learned from Michelangelo's famous Renaissance sculpture, "David," provides clues to how we can create iconic legacies ourselves. In this episode, we'll cover: Adding your own Twist Protecting a dream while building Why perfection is overrated Ignoring Trends to build legacies As mentioned, inspiration for this episode, came from my friend, owner and chief designer of Crown Control, Jamie Singer. Check her company out at https://www.crown-control.com/

What does it truly take to become champions in our lives, careers, and social circles? What is the foundation on which every lasting and worth victory stands upon? In this episode, we'll cover: How to tell if you're REALLY winning in life Why our definition of "Opportunist" is wrong How to develop the Opportunism Skill The Fallacy of Dreams Baylor's new book, Opportunity Engineer, is available for pre-order. Get your copy now! https://www.baylorbarbee.com/opportunityengineer/

Maybe it's seasonal depression or perhaps you're in a rut but have you ever wondered how to get going when nothing is going right for you? We explore the answer to that question today. In this episode, we'll cover: What we can learn from Marathon Dogs The importance of surrounding yourself with Winners The Success Minded Questions you need to ask How to parlay the success of others into your own success

Black Friday often means early mornings, large crowds, and great deals. But what if we applied the "Black Friday Mindset" to our current and future goals? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of knowing what you want How Game planning saves time "Doorbuster" your way to success Acknowledging Competition Why you shouldn't aim past your goals

With only about 5 weeks left in the decade, many of us are faced with two options... limp into 2019 with toxicity in our lives or start over. Starting over is often the choice that can get us to our goals quicker. As my good friend Jenna says, "sometimes you gotta run yourself into the ground in order to refocus." In this episode, we'll cover: Why "Square One" is a good place to be How to Avoid the Shame Spiral The Power of Letting Go How to Build on New Foundations

Have you ever notice how those that tell you to "be realistic" are those who have given up in their own lives? Success requires a healthy level of delusion; the ability to see possibility and work to create it. In this episode, we'll cover: Why "Realistic" is a Profanity of Success How to Develop a Healthy Level of Delusion Changing from a "can't" to a "how to" mindset The importance of taking Action

We all love daylight savings time because of the "Extra" hour. But if we don't maximize that hour, is it really a benefit? Today's episode explores how we should manage the "extra" in life. In this episode, we'll cover: Why you should anticipate the "extra" in life How to Plan for the extras How to maximize, and utilize the extra Why you should take advantage of the extra in life

As the season and temperatures change, I ask myself, "What is the best way to cope with change?" Change is inevitable, but how we react to it often dictates the direction our lives go. During a surfing lesson a few years back, I found the best way to adapt to change. In this episode, we'll cover: How to identify opportunity Positioning yourself for success The importance of being in front not on top How to win with less effort Staying focused on your ultimate goal

Wars are often started over countries trying to protect their borders...their boundaries. To reach our pinnacle, we must set and protect boundaries in all facets of our lives as well. In this episode, we'll cover: The role instinct plays in boundaries The 3 types of walls people put up (and which one is best for you) How to set boundaries

The Video Game Franchise "Call of Duty" has sold over 300 million copies and has generated over $15 Billion dollars. But what can we learn from CoD about becoming an epic franchise in our own lives? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of consistency and quality How to add to a winning formula How feedback loops can offer sustainability and growth

During a charity walk this weekend for the Lung Cancer Research Foundation called "Free to Breathe," I realized just how fast we move in life and why we miss out on the best parts of life as a result. In this episode, we'll cover: Being aware of the cognitive dissonance in our lives The importance of slowing down Avoiding taking things for granted Finding joy in the little things

Have you ever uttered to yourself, "man, where did the time go?" If we aren't budgeting our time to ensure we are getting the most "bang for our buck," we are throwing away our most valuable asset. In this episode, we'll cover: 1. How to budget the hours in your day 2. Evaluating your time options to find the highest ROI 3. How to maximize hours spent

Loss and Tragedy affect us on. Sometimes we feel guilty for "moving on," but remaining stagnant is a surefire way to despair and depression. In this 100th episode of Shark Theory, we look at how to go about moving on. In this episode, we'll cover: How to progress when you're depressed The value of a support system "moving on WITH" not moving on FROM How to carry on a legacy I sincerely thank you for listening if you've listened to any of the previous 100 episodes. It's time to take it up a notch.

One of my best friends, Andre Emmett, was shot and killed in front of his home on September 23rd. As a father of two beautiful little girls, a staple of the community and an allstar basketball player, Dre taught me a lot of life lessons. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of a miss in life Why you should trust your instinct Why you should "do it now" How to show love and build communities To learn more about Andre's "Dreams Really Exist Foundation," CLICK HERE RIP DRE

We all have those periods in our lives where it seems like nothing is happening. If you're a go-getter, those times make you nervous because you feel your life isn't progressing. It's time to change our perspective on the nothing times. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of disappearing Why it's not always the right time How to appreciate free time How to do something when nothing is happening Maintaining momentum

At some point in our lives, we all need a helping hand. There is nothing to be ashamed of in asking for help, but the way you go about asking for it can determine the likelihood of receiving that much needed help. In this episode, we'll cover: How to position yourself to receive help How to increase your value The correct way to ask for help Who to help The importance of returning the favor

Not everyone in your life wants to see you win. Unfortunately some people are so focused on being the victim that they're willing to sabotage the success of everyone around them to make sure they remain that way. Revoke their access to you. In this episode, we'll cover: How to identify those who wish to remain "victims" Why you shouldn't fight those "victims" How to remove negativity from your life permanently How to fill the vacancy

We live in an age predicated on amassing "followers." It's that very mindset of collecting people that inhibits growth and true impact. So what do we do to change that? Lead the leaders. In this episode, we'll cover: The danger of followers The self-worth Trap How to Lead the Leaders Making the ultimate impact in life

I've caught myself watching a lot of Netflix documentaries lately, and while I don't usually watch TV, I found out why I didn't feel antsy in spending so much time in front of the TV. You can learn while you enjoy entertainment. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of having a motive How to retain information you learn How to use other's success to your own benefit The most important topic to research

On today's episode, we air the TED Talk recorded in April at the University of Louisiana-Monroe at TEDxULM. To watch the talk, "The Science of Opportunity," check it out here: https://youtu.be/uBg9tLtVslk In this episode, we'll cover: How to recognize the Lies we tell ourselves How to set new foundations for growth Why you should double down on your strengths instead of improving your weaknesses What samurai swords can teach you about your gifts How to find opportunity (hint: it's always a step closer than you think)

In the Serengeti, there are predators and prey, but when a wild animal's back is against the wall, it finds out how powerful it is... and so can you. In this episode, we'll cover: The power in having your back against the wall How to turn from prey to predator The power of "starting over" How to use the wall as leverage to attack life The importance of modeling those you look up to

We can't ignore it, everyone's talking about it... Popeye's new chicken sandwich versus Chick-fil-a. Which is better? More importantly, what can we learn from the debate? In this episode, we'll cover: How to become the standard in your industry The fallacy of following trends Why you shouldn't worry about the competition How to gain longevity and growth in your career

Have you ever done something that you previously feared? My whole life I feared camping, but I stepped outside my comfort zone and went. As a result, I learned some great lessons that i'll share with you today. In this episode, we'll cover: What are Fear-based expectations? How to expand your horizons The fastest way to get over a fear The importance of disconnecting

Have you ever wondered what you what do if you were a hostage? Sadly, we all hold our potential hostage in some area of our lives. To reach our potential, we have to learn to free ourselves. In this episode, we'll cover: How to Make a list of self-demands How to negotiate with yourself to thrive Taking the cliche out of "self-love" How to avoid repeating past mistakes

Growing up, I remember wanting a Slingshot so I could be like Dennis the Menace. Years later, I have found so many life lessons in a Slingshot. In this episode, we'll cover: The fallacy of thinking moving backwards is always bad Why you should face forward while moving backwards The importance of a Proper Aim Getting the most out of the "backwards" days

What's the best way to improve on something that you've done before? The Answer is to reflect on the wins and losses you've had in previous situations and finding opportunities to perfect your skills moving forward. The importance of scheduling reflection time How to reframe the losses you've endured in life How to build momentum on your victories

Is it better to be Certain or Uncertain in life? That's a question that was relayed to me recently and I pondered the answer for days. The answer is both. Today, you'll find out why. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of being open minded How to pivot on a dream or goal The beauty of uncertainty

"How do I reach the next level in my career, business, or life?" That's the question I get often and over the weekend I found the answer... In this episode, we'll cover: The Importance of having a Philanthropic heart What Good Energy brings to your Life How to develop a great work ethic The difference in content and complacent

Often we get frustrated when we don't reach our goals but the truth is, we don't actually set finite goals, we set "generalizations" and ideas. We have to quit being vague in what we want in order to achieve what we're after. In this episode, we'll cover: How to speak to yourself in a language you understand The danger of vague dreams How to set high-definition goals

There are those that compete in life and there are those who critique what competitors do. It's your job to win, it's their job to offer opinions and hate. But how do we stay focused despite the hate and negativity that comes our way? In this episode, we'll cover: Developing a Policy to handle Hate How to validate who's opinions matter How to avoid creating Super Haters The importance of resistance (hate)

We're used to spring cleaning in our houses but how often do we spring clean our minds and our lives? The secret to getting more out of life is removing what is unnecessary. In this episode, we'll cover: How to increase quality of life by decreasing "stuff" Why "square one" is a great place to be Following the process for removing the unnecessary