Shark Theory

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

We all have the days where we just don't "want to do it." Whether that's going to work, exercise, go through your to-do list or even just get out of bed, sometimes it's just tough. Yet, those are the days that define our legacy, so we have to get it done. In this episode, we'll cover: Facing the Facts of Procrastination How to Shift your Focus How to redirect the lazy/negative energy

Sometimes we give our best, do everything right, but a situation doesn't work out in our favor. Rather than beat ourselves up and feel defeated, we have to understand that sometimes there are X factors in life, factors outside of our control, that affect results... and that's ok. In this episode, we'll cover: The travesty of trying to control all variables How to eliminate failure in life What you can learn from Navy Seals about handling X factors

Today is the world premiere of Avengers Endgame, the movie that's projected to be the top grossing movie of all time. Whether or not you're a fan of superhero movies, there are so many applicable lessons on success that can be learned from Marvel, the company behind the Avengers Franchise. In this episode we'll cover: The importance of Risk Why should have a clear vision Where you should seek advice What to do when you accomplish a goal

We're often in a hurry to get to the next level, to advance our careers and improve our lives, yet we fail to execute one of the most important pieces of growth... Rest. We have to pause from our activities if we want to get maximum results in our lives. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of Breathing How to find fulfillment in your lost Strategies for rebounding from a period of Rest The dangers of exhaustion

In sports, playoffs have grave implications...win and advance, lose and go home. Imagine if you took this mentality to all areas of your life and made winning a necessity. How much stronger would your work ethic be? In this episode, we'll cover: Cleaning up your process How you can win when you're behind in life What you need besides Consistency to win What your competition is up to The most important thing to remember

Some see the Phantom as a ghostly figure who wrecks havoc on the Paris Opera House. But those of us who choose to look deeper can find life lessons that can help you dominate 2019. In this episode, we'll cover: How to keep your eye on the prize How to make money and remain humble THe importance of being intentional How details shape your success Why keeping your word makes you legendary

Last year it was good to complete our goals, this year we must compete. We have to go harder, get stronger, get more focused and elevate every aspect of our lives. It's time to WIN! In this episode, we'll cover: Finding your Finish Line Identifying Areas of Improvement Trying new things based on a Winning Process The importance of Timelines Adaptability

We lose money and stress out even though we can get it back. We waste time and never think twice about it, even though we can never reclaim it. To reach the goals we have for 2019, we have to earn our time back. In this episode, we'll cover: Ditching a "means to an end" mindset How saying No can make you richer How to stop bleeding time How to block and bracket your time for optimal results

You're probably setting goals, thinking about all the things you want to accomplish in 2019 and beyond, but what are you doing to make those realities? It's one thing to state a goal, it's another to work toward it. In this episode, we'll cover: Who benefits from your success? What happens to dreams without action How to effectively work toward an ideal Dealing with discouragement

In a world filled with networking, finding new connections, and expanding influence, we often forget that the greatest connections are the people we smile and wave at daily...and then continue on our day without taking the time to get to truly know. In this episode, we'll cover: How to strike up an authentic conversation How to contribute AND listen Why people should hear your voice Adding value

You're at your job, you're stressed out, but you're getting no guidance or leadership from your "leaders." What do you do? It's a situation that happens in companies all over the world, thankfully there are some steps you can take. Identifying Leaders and Bosses The importance of leaving a paper trail The fallacy of making emotional decisions Finding the ultimate leader

To start off my birthday this morning, My Brother, Sister, and I decided to Row a Marathon (42,165 meters) to test ourselves mentally. We learned some things that can help you get the mental edge in your life. The importance of a "crazy" idea How to Dominate with Consistency How to separate yourself from the competition Preparing for Adversity Join us in today's challenge and tag #DayOneStartsNow

You've hit your goal, you've crossed your finish line, you've reached your milestone, now what? We can't be satisfied with just achieveing one goal, we have to run the race again. But this time, we have to improve, become better, and go harder. In this episode, we'll cover: Battling a feeling of isolation How to find good people in your life The importance of not wasting energy How to win at the end

New Year's is a time we make lists of all the goals and things we will accomplish in the next year...but waiting to start only proves how serious we aren't about reaching those goals. It's time to change. In this episode, we'll cover: How to be brutally honest with yourself Taking Action Steps The importance of Ready, Fire, Aim.

We often cheer on our favorite sports teams, celebrities, and actors/actresses and fully support watching them live their dreams. But how often do we put that same passion into living our own dreams? In this episode, we'll cover: Deciphering passion from enjoyment How to transfer skills from your heroes to yourself Gaining time by increasing your skills Avoiding misguided passion

There's a quote by Shunryu Suzuki that says, "In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's there are few." Growth often prevents us from keeping that open mind because as we learn, we start to see the dangers and pitfalls instead of the opportunities. In this episode, we'll cover: How to create the world you want How to build on your successes How to avoid letting fear stop progress The importance of building momentum

It's Black Friday. We're surrounded by the latest greatest deals while we jump into the happy holiday season.... or are we? Perhaps Black Friday Mentality is symptomatic of our businesses and lives and as a result, we should ask ourselves if it's really good for us. In this episode, we'll cover: How to not let others define what you need How convenience can kill you The falsity of "limited" and scarcity How to live life by your own rules

Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time of celebrating family, friends, and togetherness. Over the years, it's come to represent the Turkey an how much food we can eat. Your approach to thanksgiving mirrors your approach to life. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of remembering what you got you to your level of success Being thankful for the ability to Give How to focus on the impact you can make Being Present in all situations

In the opening scene of the movie Gladiator, the Roman General Maximus through his famous "Hold the Line, Stay with Me" speech, showed exactly what it means to be a balanced leader. Leadership is the ability to grow side by side with your team, not just in front of them. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of earning Trust first How to set a vision for your team to get better results Principles of clear communication How to give your team room to grow The mechanics of effective communication

It's easy to learn from our mistakes and failures, but how often do we learn from our victories? The difference in occasionally winning and living as a champion comes down to the fact that champions find ways to learn from the wins. In this episode, we'll cover: A Winner vs a Champion How to avoid the lull of success Doubling down on your winning ways How to evolve your skillset Handling constant competition when you're at the top