Shark Theory

How do we create magic? How do we execute on our grand dreams of changing the world? The answer is by combining talent + teamwork. On this episode, we'll cover: Lessons from "If" by Rudyard Kipling How to create chemistry by identifying talents of those around you How to combine forces with those around you to change the world

Today's episode is a listener-generated question and answers with Baylor Barbee including questions like: How to overcome depression How to train for a marathon How to become a speaker Why would anyone row one million meters How to succeed without the support of loved ones and much more.

In an effort to reach the results we want in life quicker, we often fall victim to the latest fad or method for getting there. However, lasting and favorable results are often a product of one thing - focusing on the basics. In this episode, we'll cover: Why focusing on mechanics will help you get great results Being open to constructive criticism How to break down the process of improving any skill

Halloween brings us the opportunity to put on disguises and masks and be someone we're not…or does it? The problem is, many people live behind a mask and facade the rest of the year too. True success is reliant upon authenticity…always. In this episode, we'll cover: The fallacy of Faking it til you Make it Why you should avoid trying to impress people How to figure out the inauthentic areas of your life and correct them The importance of not having it all figured out

The problem with peak-performers is often we are so used to doing what needs to be done to get results that we fail to realize we're stressed out. If we continue to operate under stress without identifying what it's doing to us, we will fail to reach our potential. In this episode we'll cover: How operating under undiagnosed stress can inhibit performance The importance of identifying stress Good vs Bad Stress How to effectively analyze the source of stress

We want the world to see our successes. We try desperately to avoid the world seeing our flaws and mistakes. But what if we quit trying to paint a perfect picture? How much more time could we get back if we focused on improvement instead of filtering our life to appease people who don't matter? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of being happy with your current situation How to decide what you can fix and what you must accept The downside to filtering your life How showing your imperfections can improve your business and life

Have you ever asked yourself the self-defeating question, "How much longer do I have to…?" Asking yourself that question versus asking yourself, "how much more can I get out of this time" is the difference in peak-performance and merely just existing. In this episode, we'll cover: What is a "how much longer" mentality How small changes to your perspective can get you infinitely greater results Why you should work harder if you hate your job How to Recommit daily

How often have you told yourself, "If only I had more time.." We're all guilty of that lie. The truth is, we have plenty of time, what we also have is poor time management skills. To reach epic heights, we have to maximize Time, our most valuable commodity. In this episode, we'll cover: The fallacy of "being busy" The True cost of Entertainment Gain time by saying No How to live a life you love

Too often when we think about our goals and dreams, we become myopic in pursuit of those goals. As a result, we forget the most important piece of the puzzle… being a great person all around. In this, we'll cover: The importance of finding thankfulness in all situations How to maximize your impact on the world Becoming the ultimate winner in life Viewing negative events in a positive light

We understand the importance of consistency but seldom do we talk about the beginning stages of consistency. You know the times when you are trying to figure out how to form great habits, the time when you're trying to break old habits. Today we have answers. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of Trial and Error in forming habits Why wrong moves are better than no moves Developing a consistency circle Making Plus/Minus Moves The "Stability then Grow" strategy

Do you realize that you're the CEO and Leader of your own life? Too often we forget that. If you were CEO of a company, you'd have to lead and make the decisions to ensure the company moved forward. It's time to treat yourself like a company and set expectations to grow and flourish. In this episode, we'll cover: The Greatest Company in the World The importance of setting parameters for yourself and others Effective communication styles How to Exceed Expectations

We're officially at our 50th episode already! Thanks to all who have tuned in and continued to help the show grow. Today's episode is answers to the questions you have sent in. In this, we'll cover: How to remain positive The one thing I hate the most (and why you should hate it too) How to Rid yourself of Negativity Something interesting I learned today Tips for Starting a Business

How many times have we felt that "gut feeling" that something wasn't right with the situation at hand? How often do we ignore our intuition and life work out in our favor? To achieve great heights, we'll have to trust our intuition. In this episode, we'll cover: The science behind intuition Why should avoid developing the fear of missing out The importance of throwing the "challenge flag" in life Three steps to improve your intuition

In the process of achieving our goals, we often forget the mental health importance of being Happy with what we do. Happiness isn't a destination, it's a process and a daily choice. Forgot how to be happy? Today's episode is your answer. In this episode, we'll cover: How to find the direction of happiness when it leaves us The importance of making a difference in the world How to stop the leak that prevents sustainable happiness Creating a Happiness process How to end your day with a Win

We've all been there. We have large dreams and goals we want to accomplish, but we're stuck. The dreaded rut can defeat us or propel us to something greater. In this episode, we'll cover: How a Perspective change on a rut can help you reach your goals quicker The importance of dark times and storms in life for personal growth Why you shouldn't compare your results to the results of others Why the stagnant seasons of life are the most fruitful in the long run

How long are you going to remain in a toxic situation? Negativity is the worse form of cancer. You can't see it, but it's inside you killing your dreams and aspirations. Don't you think it's time to put an end to it? Don't you think it's time to unsubscribe from the negativity in your life? In this episode, we'll cover: Identifying the Source of Negativity How to Remove yourself from Toxic Situations The Importance of Living a Positive Life Why you should avoid the "new year, new me" Mindset

In life, we look to build, grow, and succeed. In order to add to your life, you have to subtract the snakes and fakes in your life. When was the last time you evaluated your circle? You may find that some may be wearing the same jersey, but they aren't on your team. In this episode, we'll cover: How to Identify Bad Apples How to remove circumstantial friends (those that are always there when they need you) The danger of Free Agent mentalities How to avoid character assassination How to build monumental friendships

We become filled with anxiety as we see those around us succeed, get the jobs, the relationships, and the life they want and feel left behind. As a result, we often try and force things to happen in life. However, if you're patient, things will fall in to place. In this episode, we'll cover: The dangers of the Status Quo Changing your mindset from "keeping up" to "getting ahead" How changing too much will cause voids in your life How to be patient but not stagnant

We dream about it, we make goals, but we are scared to really go after it. Why is that? The simple answer is that we doubt ourselves. We second guess ourselves. It's time to harness the power of who we were meant to be and go make it happen. In this episode, we'll cover: Why you have to care the most about your dreams How to find more time to improve on your craft How making mistakes quickly can get you results faster The only true failure in life

We see it all too often. People offering "life coaching" to help you get your life together. We see people anxiously searching for those people to give them all the answers and secrets to straightening out their lives. Here's the secret to life… you don't need a life coach. In this episode we'll cover: The dangers of an "I need a life coach mentality" The grim realities behind most life coaching businesses How you can get better results without one life coach The only two things you need to get your life moving the right direction

Do you know someone who looks good, what they say sounds good, but at the end of the day they add nothing to your life? To have sustainable success in life, you have to avoid the cupcake mindset. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of being full of fact not fluff How to become irreplaceable Becoming the main course not the dessert of life

On today's episode, best-selling author Baylor Barbee, answers questions on life, health, and business. In this episode we'll cover: The 10 Books you absolutely Must Read How many hours of work a week does it take to be successful How to get through bad days What is the key to success in one word Bonus, the release date of Baylor's new book.

We see it in the top of the world's food chain, Lions and Sharks. They possess a hunger to succeed, a killer instinct. Why don't we see it in ourselves? True success is developing a killer instinct, today we'll learn how. In this episode, we'll cover: How chasing too many things will cause failure The importance of Precision, not just goals The difference in hunger and thirst as it pertains to goals How to finish strong

Don't we love it when our favorite sport's heroes hit the game-winning shot? In your life do you have the confidence to shoot your shot? Do you go after the opportunity, the promotion, the sale, or chance to achieve the goal you set for yourself? How do we hit the game winner? In this episode, we'll cover: How to properly prepare for victory How taking action is a litmus test of preparation What to do after you miss an opportunity How to become the go-to guy/girl

Have you ever been around someone who seems to know everything? I feel bad for that person. Perhaps maybe it's been you. The truth is, we can only grow when we don't know, not when we do. There are several benefits to not knowing. In this episode, we'll cover: How knowing too much can cause your downfall How changing your routine can help you grow quicker A simple trick to remember new ideas and concepts Methods for stepping outside of your comfort zone About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

The Free Chic-fil-a Nuggets I used to get in the mall taught me the importance of providing value which ultimately helped me scale my career. If you're looking to increase your influence or become irreplaceable in your life, check out today's episode. In this episode, we'll cover: How to find a unique skill you can offer the world How to Scale your Skillset to get more opportunities Why you should be specific in knowing what you want out of an opportunity Why Giving is the best way to Get About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Have you ever asked yourself, "Who am I," "What am I supposed to be doing?" It's a question we should ask ourselves often, and the answer is a lot closer than you think. In this episode, We'll cover: How to become irreplaceable in various aspects of your life How to remain consistent despite drastic life changes HOw to develop Momentum toward a goal What water can teach us about patience How to turn a basic life into a golden one About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

You see it all the time, sport's stars that play well past their prime, rockstars who can't hang it up, business hot shots that can't evolve with the times. These people, like many, don't know how to let go. Learning to let go is one of the most necessary skills you need to develop to reach great heights. In this episode, we'll cover: What rocket ships can teach us about handling people Why not everyone who was once good for you still is The importance of not running past your goal How to have a No-Tears Goodbye How a helium balloon philosophy can help you reach your dreams About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

What does it take to be a winner? I'm not talking about just being successful in one event, but to be a true winner in life. This is the question I was asked recently. If you want to succeed in all areas of your life, developing three specific characteristics is a must. The Importance of never letting go of the rope (Tenacity) The process of becoming more determined How to develop clear cut expectations How to become more consistent About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Have you ever told yourself, "I would never do that because it absolutely terrifies me?" That's the thing you need to do. All of the things we want in life are on the other side of the things we fear, that's why we must attack those fears. I had one of those experiences yesterday when I got offered a chance to ride a horse. In this Episode, we'll cover: The importance of Building Your Life Resume not your Professional Resume (learned from Jesse Itzler) Why it's more important to develop skills than to just "look the part" The best question you can ask someone to learn a skill quicker The importance of celebrating little wins in life. About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, Best-Selling Author, Baylor Barbee, looks into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Today we're answering the mindset development questions you've submitted ranging on topics including entrepreneurship, rejection, purpose, liars and writing books. On this Episode we'll cover: The hardest 20 seconds of your Day My Co-Worker is Liar, how do I deal with them Overcoming my Biggest Regret What's the best advice you've ever received on starting a business How do you motivate people on days you don't feel motivational How to figure out what you want to do in life What's the most important word in the English Language And Much More... About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

I heard a quote recently that said, "There's two types of pain. One that hurts and one that alters." As progress-minded people, we undoubtedly face mental and emotional pains. What defines us is how we deal with people and situations that hurt us. In this episode, we'll cover: How searching for answers can inhibit your ability to move forward How to convert Pain to Fuel Why gratitude is an effective method for combatting pain How to grow despite negative people and circumstances About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Are you constantly busy, on the go, burned out yet let feeling like you aren't making any progress? Perhaps you're confusing being busy with actual productivity. There are secrets that peak-performers use to maximize their day. We'll discuss them today. In this episode, we'll cover: The most important stock you'll ever own for productivity How ToDo Lists are preventing your success The Number one question you can ask yourself to increase productivity About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Flourishing businesses gain assets and limit liabilities, but have you ever asked yourself if you're an asset or a liability? More importantly, have you looked at those in your life to determine if they are adding to or subtracting from your life? In this episode, we'll cover: The difference in asset mindsets and liability mindsets How your outlook on planning can determine your future The three questions you can ask to determine if you're an asset or liability About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

There are secrets that great leaders possess, not because they want to keep them for themselves, but because it's such a part of who they are that they don't realize they are secrets. In this episode we'll cover: Three important Character Traits that Great Leaders often don't know they have Identifying your core competency as a leader How to tell if you're an effective leader The single greatest thing you can do to help your team to get outstanding results About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

What is it that separates companies that employees tolerate from those that they love to work for? How can you steer your thoughts to create a better environment for yourself and everyone around you? Simply put, how do you build a winning culture? In this episode, we'll cover: The minor changes you need to make to get major results How to see opportunity in the adversity The steps needed to complete a tough objective How to make your enemies love you About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

How is that some people hit a high point in life, achieve something major, and then fade into oblivion? How do we avoid "falling off" in life? More importantly, how do we continue to grow through life instead of peaking? In this episode, we'll cover: How to focus on continual improvement How to avoid shortcuts that will ruin your life How to view failure as progress About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Why don't you achieve the goals you set for yourself? There's a good chance the reason you fall short is that you give yourself too much leeway and not enough accountability. It's time to change that. In this episode, we'll cover the following: How goals can make you complacent How to get out of a rut or stagnant life How to achieve goals by focusing on growth not goals How to avoid losing the top spot About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

It's not others that prevent our success, it's us. The reason is, as a society, we've developed a Victim Mentality. We sabotage our success by applying the emergency break in our lives while we try and steer forward… until now. In this Episode, we'll cover: The Dangers of a "Just" Mentality How to retrain your mind to eliminate excuses How to gain momentum in stagnant areas of your life How to beat the hate and negativity that "They" throw at us About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Are you in a rut and don't know which way to go in life? Did you know there are two simple questions you can ask yourself in order to gain clarity and one important question you can ask yourself to get results now? In this episode, we'll cover: 1. How to correctly identify who you are 2. Strategies for setting attainable goals 3. How to remove disconnect and depression from your life 4. How to get closer to a written goal instantly About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

We live in a society that forces us to fear being replaced. Robots are taking over our jobs, Tinder has caused us to fear being replaced in relationships, and the thirst for profits has caused many to lose their jobs in lieu of company profits. How do we avoid being replaced? In this episode, we'll cover: How Jenga & Spiders can help you become irreplaceable How your perspective dictates your ability to be replaced or not A three-step process to become the replacer not the replacee About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

That four letter F word is the number one enemy of goals and potential. Yes, I'm talking about FEAR. How can we cope with and defeat fear so that it doesn't destroy our lives? In this episode, we'll cover: The greatest source of FEAR in the World Why businesses want you to remain fearful A 4 step process for Conquering Fear About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

The problem with "Dreams" is most people think that's all they will ever be. How do we shift from a "pipe dream" mentality to a goal-oriented action plan mindset? On this episode, we'll cover: The differences in Dreams and Goals Why good intentions with no execution can be detrimental to your life Why decisive action beats any "good idea" How to create a focused action plan to get results About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

As results-oriented individuals, we become accustomed to winning. As a result, when we lose, it takes a tremendous toll on us. The trick is not to let the loss become a way of life. In this episode, we'll cover: Dealing with the aftermath of a defeat Why you shouldn't just "shake off" a loss How to identify what went wrong to prevent future losses How to build confidence after a loss About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Are you struggling with constant fatigue and burnout? Are you looking for ways to refill your cup before you reach your Witt's end? As a success-driven individual, we often have to be the one to refill ourselves, the good news is, there are strategies for doing so. In this episode, we'll cover: How to identify the energy leaks in your life How creating "office hours" can give you more time How to avoid Energy Snipers who drain you What you can learn from telling others "No" About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Are you often distracted because of negative people, situations or circumstances in your life? By removing the noise, aka "trimming the fat," in your life to allow yourself to stay focused on your goals and progress quicker. In this episode, we'll cover: 1. The importance of "Spring Cleaning" the people in your life 2. How smaller teams are better than large entourages 3. How removing aspects of your life gets you results quicker About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Are you struggling with dealing with the highs and lows of life? As success-minded individuals, we're often haunted by the perceived lows after some of our epic achievements in life. If we learn how to balance the peaks and valleys, we can continue to reach new heights. On this episode, we'll cover: The subjectivity of highs and lows Learning to have an appreciation for the lows How changing your focus can change your perception How to alleviate depression by removing expectations About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Have you ever attempted a task so difficult that you learned a lot about yourself in the process? Yesterday, I tackled the annual memorial day "Murph" workout, a 1-mile run, 300 squats, 200 pushups, 100pull-ups, 1 mile run challenge and learned a lot about the mindset it takes to tackle an incredible challenge. In this episode, we'll cover: The difference in offensive and defensive mindsets The importance of strategy A new perspective on difficulty How to push yourself to finish strong About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

Have you ever experienced a tragedy in your life or business that had you questioning why or even If you should get up and try again? Today, I'm joined by Founder and Fractional CMO of Double L Brands, Landon Ledford, on the topic of People Helping People despite the adversities life throws at you. On this episode, we'll cover: The Importance of Pivoting when your path isn't working Why Purpose is more important than Luxury Why gradual improvement is greater than quick success How maintaining a "people helpin people" mentality can accelerate your life The importance of finding happiness in the Pursuit Connect with Landon DoubleLBrands.com| LinkedIn| Twitter About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."

When was the last time you applauded yourself for the progress you've made in life? To get to the next level, we often neglect or hide the growth we've made. A friend of mine, Dalton Ruer of Qlik, recently shared with me a parable that has some valuable life lessons to help you live a fulfilled, results-driven life. In this episode, we'll cover: 1. The importance of exuding humble confidence 2. Why you should focus on continual improvement over occasional greatness 3. Why you should celebrate small success 4. How your Vision can determine the quality of your Life About Shark Theory On Shark Theory, we look into the experiences, ideas, and strategies that help us answer the question, "How can I develop the mindset needed to truly conquer my goals, dreams, and objectives."