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Here is a cautionary tale of Aunt Martha I meditated on when listening to Brian Tracy. What are you waiting for before you go after a better life? Successful people just commit.#personaldevelopment #inspirationalspeech #speaker #motivation

A great question to ask yourself when you start a new job, venture or relationship is ‘not what am I getting here’ but ‘what am I becoming here.’ Happiness does not come from what you get. Happiness comes from what you become.This video is based on life lessons and the likes of Jim Rohn.Personal development before professional achievement is a motto we should live by.#personaldevelopment #powerfulmotivation #njabulojames #speaker #author #creator

He is the Spanish tennis player from Mallorca, who became the youngest man to win the career grand slam and the French Open. His exploits and prowess on the clay surface have donned him the nickname "King of Clay." He has been called by the greatest tennis players of all time, their greatest rival and the toughest competitor to play against. He holds a record 14 French Open titles and has recently become the leader in Grand Slam wins with his victory at the 2022 Australian Open and 2022 French Open, putting the count at 22, just over his eternal rivals Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Some hail him as the greatest of all time, the most loved tennis player and one of the most humble of the sport. His name is Rafael Nadal and there are lessons consultants, entrepreneurs and professionals can learn from him.

He is a Serbian tennis player who had a dream from the age of four years old to be the number 1 tennis player in the world. He is part of the golden era of tennis. He has the most weeks at world no 1 (373 and counting), the 2nd most career grand slams (21 and counting), the most ATP Masters 1000s titles (38 and counting) and has won the most "big" titles in tennis history (64 and counting). He is in my view, the GOAT of tennis. He is Novak Djokovic, and in the wake of his Wimbledon 2022 victory, here are some lessons we can learn from him.

In this episode, we sit down with Art Bell, the founder of Comedy Central. He shares is journey and challenges in starting one of the most influential networks of the day.BioI was born on the Jersey Shore and grew up in a middle class household in the late 1950s and 1960s. My earliest ambitions were to become a famous scientist and to be funny. I worked hard at both through grade school, and the science aspiration got me A’s but the funny aspiration got me kicked out of class for “cutting up.” (If I’d been funnier the teachers wouldn’t have kicked me out.) In high school I found a more productive outlet by starting an underground newspaper called “The Tongue” and writing biting satire about my teachers, fellow students, and high school life. Of course, that too got me in trouble. I was beginning to understand that funny and trouble seemed, at least in my case, interconnected. College (I went to Swarthmore College) was a more sober undertaking, although I did hit the stage in annual comedy sketch shows and played Motel the Tailor in the college production of Fiddler on the Roof. I was sure that would be my last time on stage, but I was wrong. After graduation I spent a few years in Washington DC as an economist working on energy and environmental projects for the federal government. While I enjoyed it, I found myself reading Coal Weekly one afternoon and saying to myself, “I’m not a Coal Weekly kind of guy.” I quit my job and went to business school. Now I’m not saying I didn’t get a good business education at Wharton Grad — I did — but for me the best part was writing and performing in the Wharton Follies, an annual musical revue put on by students. Upon graduating, I got a job at CBS, then HBO, where I started the Comedy Channel that became Comedy Central. After that I was President of Court TV, then worked for a while as a consultant to a bunch of television companies. Most interesting project: commercialising 3D television. Least successful project: commercialising 3D television. Too bad. It was really cool. After I left the TV business, I took some writing courses and found I loved writing. Constant Comedy is my first book, not counting a humour book I wrote with a couple of other guys while at Comedy Central. I hope to write some more books, but hey, who knows? I play piano and drums and I’m married to Carrie Livingston Bell and have two grown children. And that’s pretty much the story. Any questions? https://www.artbellwriter.com/bio

In this episode, we sit down with Nathi Mabena. He is a businessman with a background in logistics and health. He has many insights and perspectives to share as he has the scars of life to show.

In this episode, we sit down with Thendo Makhuvha. He is a business development professional, and for his sins, a Manchester United fan. This is a special episode as it was recorded on my birthday. We talk about persevering through hardships and the power of football.

In this episode, we sit down with Candice Preston. She is an author and educator who has a passion for mentoring the next generation of leaders through her financial education and message 'unlock your superpower'.

In this episode, we talk with the retail professional, Tshiamo Mathibela. We cover the journey, challenges and rewards of building a retail powerhouse.BioStore Designer and Retail General Manager with experience in designing well-curated, experiential layouts. I have the ability to collaborate and partner with a business, to reinvent a retail environment through design, building and day-to-day operational management. I have worked with large teams through end-to-end project management, to ensure operational excellence. My passion lies in bringing ideas and concepts to life through project management and planning for efficiency and the best outcomes.

In this episode, we talk with Khanya Nkosi, a self-proclaimed foodie. We cover the topics of food, Swati tradition and finding meaning in life.#podcastersofinstagram#foodie

In this episode, we sit down with Philbert Phembani as we discuss the beauty of photography, technology and life.

In this episode, we sit down with Karabo and we talk about sports, manhood and being real with yourself.

In this episode, we sit down with Sandy Kirkham to discuss overcoming predators and rebuilding your life.BioI have committed my life to raising awareness around clergy abuse. What does this mean? Simply put, any abuse of power by the clergy or any spirtutual leaderLittle did I know this would be my journey. When I was sixteen, I had my trust betrayed in ways I never imagined. A church should be a place where an insecure sixteen-year-old girl should feel welcome, happy, and most importantly, safe. Tragically for some, the church can become a place of great harm. I experience the deceit and lies that come with being the victim of a wolf in sheep's clothing… my church’s youth minister. After decades of keeping my deep secret, I discovered my voice and have made it my life’s work to be an advocate for others. Through my speaking, podcast appearances and writing, I use my voice to help victims of clergy abuse. I have spoken before the Ohio Senate, a Maryland court, and appeared on a local television show in Boston. My story, “Stolen Innocence,” was told in a documentary produced by The Hope of Survivors. I work with survivors conducting victim support conferences. I’ve participated on panels moderated by SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests), sharing my perspective from the non-Catholic point of view. I currently serve on the board of Council Against Child Abuse. PODCAST INTERVIEW AVAILABILITYI am available for podcast interviews. Visit my website at https://sandyphillipskirkham.com/ for more information.

In this episode of The NJ Podcast, we sit down with Lukho Nomala about the impact sports, the workplace and friendship have to change the world.SocialsInstagram

In this first episode of season 2 of the conversations segment, we sit down with Adrien Condradie to talk about the music industry in South Africa. Adrien is a House DJ, producer and events organiser. His sound is techno-inspired house. He is the mind behind the documentary, The State of the Arts - The Forgotten Industry.SocialsYoutubeFacebookSoundcloud

In this episode, we will unpack lessons from Kobe Bryant.5 National Basketball Association (NBA) championships, 2 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards and 2 scoring championships are among his achievements. He played 19 years for the Los Angeles Lakers. He is 3rd on the all-time scorers' list in the NBA. He was known as the 'Black Mamba' for his mesmerising movements on the NBA court. He is known for his hard work ethic, indomitable will and ability to come back from failure. His name is Kobe Bryant and here are some lessons we can learn from him.Know Your Outcome From The BeginningWhen Kobe Bryant decided to join the NBA, he was drafted to the Charlotte Hornets in 1996. However, he traded a month later because he knew his outcome. Kobe knew from early on what he wanted to achieve in his career. He envisioned gold, previous greats and being a high scorer in a team called the Los Angeles Lakers. Kobe was about to make millions but forwent that in order to go to the Lakers. Had he stayed with the Hornets he may have never won a single title. A teammate told the story of Kobe when he joined LA. He said, "I am going to win about four or five championships. I will be one of the greatest scorers and players to have ever played the game." Kobe ended up achieving what he did because he knew his outcome from the very beginning.Knowing your outcome is important as you will be able to know what you will and will not do. If you know who you are, then you know who you are not. Stephen Covey calls this principle beginning with the end in mind. Very few people will invest in a company that does not have a clear outcome to achieve. So why do people invest time in themselves if they do not know their outcome? With no vision, the people perish, but when there is a vision - when the outcome is known from the beginning - there will be direction and achievement. Know your outcome from the very beginning.Only Consistent Action Over A Long Period of Time Will Yield Positive ResultsKobe Bryant was known as the fiercest and hardest working man in the league at one point. He would wake up at 4 am and go to the gym. He would begin with a rigorous cardio workout and then start shooting hoops. He would not stop shooting until he made 500 shots. His other teammates would join him at 7 am and they would practice until the afternoon, have lunch and carry on the practice until they stopped in the evening. Kobe would carry working until the evening when his other teammates had left. This mindset is very impressive but it is even more astounding given how long he carried this work ethic. Kobe played in the NBA for over 19 years where his consistency of action ended up in strong results, awards and honours. A result worth noting is that he is the 3rd highest scoring player in NBA history; a feat you can't achieve without consistency of effort - over a long time.A work colleague of mine told me that there are no good or bad consultants. There are only those who are prepared, and those who are not prepared. There are those who fluctuate in performance and there are those who are the most consistent. Only the most consistent people go on to achieve great feats. In a world where almost everything is instant (coffee, tea, food and social media posts) there can be a temptation to not stick with a course of action long enough to yield results. Study history and those around you; you will find that those who are legitimately at the top, have the consistency of effort on their resume. Only consistent action over a long period of time will yield strong results.Keep Working Until The EndKobe Bryant is not without failures and setbacks. Black Mamba has been in seven finals and lost two of them. He has been the subject of scrutiny in the NBA by being accused of being a harsh critic and not being able to win without a strong ally, Shaquille O'Neal. Kobe has been faced with legal...

In this episode, we talk about the hedgehog principle.

In this episode, we unpack lessons from Mteto Nyathi.He is the CEO who heads up the technology powerhouse Altron. He is responsible for transforming Altron into a world-class information and communications technology company that does good business while doing good. He was once the Chief Executive Officer of MTN South Africa, where he succeeded in returning the mobile company to growth by overhauling employee engagement and transforming the customer experience. Over a period of 12 years, Mteto held various leadership positions at IBM in South Africa and Europe. He later joined Microsoft South Africa, where he was MD for six years. In 2019 Mteto won the Business Leader of the Year award at the All African Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) and the IPM CEO Special Award from the Institute of People Management. He was also the joint winner of South Africa’s 2013 IT Personality of the Year. In 2004 he was named one of Yale University’s World Fellows on Global Leadership. He is Mteto Nyathi and here are some lessons we can learn from him.Your choices make you“To those born in difficult circumstances, dealt a bad hand, or perceived as outsiders, in the end, what makes you are your choices.”Mteto has built his life and career on making good quality decisions. From the choice of the degree to study, to which jobs to take and how to change the course of a business, good quality decisions have been a staple. Decisions should be based on data and key values. Demming said it best “In God we trust, all others bring data.” “People will try to bamboozle you so you...you must be able to pick that up quickly and address it,” Nyathi said in an interview. Deciding on misinformation can be costly. In addition, the values need to be clear to everyone as they will be your guidance system. If you have a key value of excellence, you will make decisions aligned with excellence and not let your past dictate your future despite your background and upbringing.Employ scenario planning“When people transcend their differences and work together to achieve a common goal, greatness is possible.”“Scenario planning is something that I find so valuable today where you look ahead at the likely scenarios and start thinking about ‘what am I going to do if this thing happens?’”There is a reality that the future may be different than today and conditions may not be favourable. One way to combat this is to ensure that there is a way forward in the case of uncertainty. Scenario planning is making assumptions on what the future is going to be and how the business environment will change over time in light of that future. Mteto has employed this to lead his organisations to the pinnacle of growth and success. We are currently going through a pandemic and those who have successfully implemented scenario planning are faring better than those who have not. Scenario planning needs you to find driving forces, identify the uncertainties, come up with multiple sustainable scenarios and collectively discuss the implications. People from multiple backgrounds have so many valuable takes so it will be in the best interest to involve all their inputs. If scenario planning becomes embedded in the culture then you will be prepared for when the worst happens.Embed key values“My leadership style is rooted in values. It is the key to simplifying my life, as I base all my decisions on family, fairness, integrity and excellence. I value excellence and demand it from the people who work for me and believe that leadership is about embedding the behaviours that are linked to these values.”Mteto

In the season finale, we talk about the five stages of grief.

In the season finale, we talk about the talent triangle from PMI.

In this season finale, we talk about its brand name.

In this season finale, we talk about planning for success.Write out a long term plan and a daily planMap out how long each step will take and what needs to happenHighlight the key points of your planMake planning a daily habit

In this episode, we unpack lessons from Theo Baloyi.He is the ex-accountant who left the comfort of employment to create a business that sustainably employs others. He started the fastest-growing sneaker brand in Africa from his township home in Alex. After being rejected 13 times Bhatu now has over 25 stores (and counting) sustainably employs over 200 people and has many great partnerships. The shoe brand is now recognized as one of the top 10 trusted brands in Africa. His exploits and passion have gotten him accolades such as Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2019 – South African Business Premier Awards; Forbes Africa 30 under 30 – 2019; BBQ Awards - Hennessy XO Businessman of the Year Award 2020; and Top Empowerment Awards 2020 - Top Empowered Young Achiever of the Year. His name is Theo Baloyi and here are some lessons we can learn from him.Despise not the days of small beginnings“I think, for me, because I started from humble beginnings and I was very intentional, I've sacrificed so much and I've re-invested so much in starting the business, I literally live my brand. Even at times when things aren't going the right way, I just keep on going. I think it's something each and every person needs to have in them.”What stops people from starting is the fear of failure or being overwhelmed by the vision they have and the time it will take to get to where they want to get to. However, every big company was once a start-up - every single one. They all started small in a garage, a room, or the boot of a car. It is the small beginnings that will help you remember where you came from and give you the strength to succeed. Starting small and struggling to grow develops a depth of character that perceived “overnight success” won’t give you. Theo always points to the story of him starting from the boot of his car and refusing to quit - always sacrificing and giving back into the business to build what he has today.Despise not the days of small beginnings as they build the character you will need to stay at the top.No matter what, keep working“In favourable and unfavourable times...YOU WORK”Hard work is a great deal of effort and endurance. In the world of business, you are 80% likely to fail. Therefore you will face hard times. You will be rejected. You will have times when you don’t want to get up in the morning. You will have times when you think you can’t make it anymore. When this happens, you need to remember that you are a gladiator and keep working.Theo has definitely faced resistance, rejection, and ridicule on the path to success. He was first rejected 13 times before he got a meaningful partnership. Even at the zenith of success, he is still facing resistance, rejection, and ridicule. In spite of this, he has what I call his ‘work no matter what philosophy.”They hate...You WorkThey criticize...You WorkThey speak ill of you...You WorkThey copy...You WorkThey sabotage...You WorkThey Say No...You WorkThey Plot evil...You WorkIn favorable and unfavorable times...You WorkWork when things don’t go well, work when you don’t have money, work when you don’t have a favor, work when things go well, work when you don’t see light at the end of the tunnel - work no matter what. There are a lot of things you can’t control but you can control how hard you work.Scale fast“I literally lived my brand”“Think big, start small, then scale or fail fast” - Mats LederhausenIt’s good to start small and to do small things well. It is not good to stay small if you have the...

In this episode, we talk about how to kill your dreams.

In this episode, we talk about how fixed teams create better results.

In this episode, we are going to talk about GET OVER IT.Get over what happened and move onIf something was not fair, make it fair, forgive and move onYou are too good to be stuck

In this episode, we talk about what is more important: IQ, EQ or GQ?

In this episode, we talk about having massive amounts of energy.Align with your purposeFollow the right diet, exercise and sleep patternsPractice self visualisationAlways operate from a place of abundanceuse positive incantations Wake up early

In this episode, we unpack lessons from Trevor Noah.He is the comedic genius who took the art form global from South Africa. He built his career consistently over 10 years in front of an audience of 10 people to selling out Madison Square Garden in 2019. He can entertain a diverse crowd and gets people thinking with his observational comedy. He has earned millions of followers, garnered multiple accolades and is now friends with the greatest people on earth. Forbes listed him as the fourth highest-earning comedian in 2019. He is best know as the host of the political sketch show, The Daily Show. His name is Trevor Noah and here are lessons we can learn from him.Take every opportunity without fear of failure“We spend so much time being afraid of failure, afraid of rejection. But regret is the thing we should fear most.”From the moment Trevor started to stand up comedy, he would not waste any opportunity and would not be afraid of taking any opportunity. When he set out to start his first special, some called him arrogant, not ready and that he would fail. This did not stop him and now he is South Africas greatest comedian with more than 10 specials. When he was approached to take over the daily show, he was afraid, there were many doubters but he took the opportunity and made the most of it. He didn’t succumb to fear because regret weighs heavier than fear. He even said, “If this comedy thing doesn’t work out at least I have poverty to fall back on.” Trevor worked, took every opportunity and made the most of them.We should strive to live without fear as fear is a traitor that will leave us with the heavy weight of regret and robs us of opportunities. If you have 10 opportunities a day, then you should take every single one of them as it is the accumulation of executing on all your opportunities that will make you great over time - and if you miss them, you may never get them again. Take every opportunity without fear of failure. Humorously enlighten people with critical thinking“Comedy is a great tool. We are trying to find ways to use humour to enlighten people without preaching to them.”Trevor is known for his observational comedy, humorous takes and twists that have a message that is thought out and leaves the audience thinking. He uses comedy to provide his perspective and to challenge preconceived ideas without being dogmatic. From his sketches about South African politicians to American culture through to observations on accents and languages, there is always a message and critically thought out observation. One powerful perspective he shared was about accents. “Accents are not a measure of intelligence, it is just people speaking different languages with the rules of their own language,” said Trevor. He is a master of accents and observational comedy and shares different perspectives on a topic that challenges us to not be closed-minded while not forcing our way of thinking on someone else.Critical thinking is the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form an opinion. There can be a culture where people don’t want to think and push their own agendas on others without observing alternatives. This can limit how we interact and grow as people. It is important to have your own opinion and know-how to share it in a humorous and non-judgemental way that allows you to reach others and grow as a person yourself.Be open to learning“Progression, in my opinion, is often identifying shortcomings – whether it’s views or the things you’re doing in your life, your relationships – and trying to find the places where you improve on those.”Trevor had the opportunity...

In this episode, we talk about ways to educate yourself.

In this episode, we talk about my favourite tools to use as a project management.

In this episode, we talk about how winners win.Winners do what others don't.Winning is a conviction and a resolve.Once a winners mind is made up, then it is made up.

In this episode, we talk about the six human needs.

In this episode, we talk about getting clear on your values.Inspiration is different from motivation.You live according to your highest values.Your values are determined by: Space, Time, Money, Energy, Thoughts, Dream Vision and your WordsThe hierarchy of your values dictates your destiny

In this episode, we unpack lessons from Alexander The Great.He was the Macedonian prince who became king at 20. He conquered most of the known world by his death at 32. He is widely regarded as the greatest military commander in history - 15 years and he never lost a battle. There are many lessons in life and leadership that we can learn from the originator of the 'Blitzkrieg' tactic. His name is Alexander the Great and here are my favourite lessons from him.Be apprenticed to a mentor"I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well."Alexander was made great in no small part due to the role mentors played in his life. His own father, Phillip of Macedon was a great king who taught him life lessons. In addition, Phillip hired one of the greatest philosophers of his day, Aristotle, to mentor Alexander at age 13. After three years of tutelage, Aristotle's lessons had sunk in. Alexander didn't stop there but actively pursued other mentors in his quest for learning - he even stopped his own conquest journey to have more conversations with mentors.Alexanders greatness stemmed from having guidance from the world's best mentors from an early age. Mentors can guide us in what we don't know, shorten our learning curves and keep us accountable to high standards. You cannot establish anything of great quality without mentorship. Be apprenticed to a mentor.Never be satisfied"As he looked over the expanse of his domain he wept because there was no more world left to conquor"Alexander had an impeccable and flawless military record. He went 12 years without losing a single battle. He conquered all of the known worlds; at his time of existence, there was not one person to whom Alexander's name was not known. This was a result of insatiable hunger for more and a lack of satisfaction. After each battle, victory and innovation, Alexander always wanted more. The tale is told that when it seemed that he had conquered all there was, he wept in sorrow because he was always hungry for more.A very good way to lose and become irrelevant is to adopt an air of complacency. Once you are complacent, you stop improving, growing, learning and stop reaching out for more. Many companies have fallen into this trap and the result was oblivion. Be like Alexander and refuse to be satisfied.Cherish the speed of implementation"How fast you are moving is more important than where you are"Many accredit Nazi Germany for the military tactic called the 'Blitzkrieg'. The Blitzkrieg is characterised by short, fast and powerful attacks where the opponent is overwhelmed by speed. However, this tactic was first cultivated by Alexander The Great. He would meticulously plan a campaign, organise logistics and execute the plan so fast that opponents were conquered before they could get their swords up.Those who constantly move swiftly and fast (in a calculated way) will be the ones who are agile, get things done quickly and get ahead whilst others do not remain relevant. Do not be left behind and cherish the speed of implementation.Focus on the quality of leadership"I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion."Alexander always had a strong emphasis on appointing the strongest leaders and generals in the correct positions; never compromising on quality whilst those he conquered focused on quantity of leadership. In a battle against Persia, his army was outnumbered three to one. However, Alexander proved that the number of men didn't matter...

In this episode, we talk about how to overcome the ABCDs of negativity.

In this episode, we talk about placing the focus on building a career.

In this episode, we talk about how to Apply Wisdom To Your Thinking.People can fall into the trap where they don't want to think.Give with discretion.Ask, "how do you know that?"Don't rush. Take time to think and process.In God we trust, all others must bring data.

In this episode, we talk about what your true nature is.

In this episode, we talk about embracing your imagination.Imagine being the person you want to be right nowImagination influences the subconscious mind and brings motivationImagine what it would be like if you had all the opportunities and resources you need to succeedKeep your goals to yourselfSpend 10 minutes each day imagining

In this episode, we unpack lessons from Black Coffee.He is a legend from South Africa who has taken the music world by storm. He is highly respected as a DJ, producer, entrepreneur, and global brand. He is hailed by the greatest artists in the world as a transcendent DJ. Forbes has noted he has a net worth of $USD 60 million. His unique sound and style of playing have garnered much praise and he is not shy of using his platform to uplift others. His name is Black Coffee and here are some lessons we can learn from him.You need a strong mind“It all begins in your mind. Your mind is what builds your story.”Black Coffee is a rare breed of human who has cultivated an impenetrable mindset. He has a disability, comes from harsh conditions growing up where he used to herd livestock and spent many years building his career. Making it at the highest levels in the entertainment industry in a time when some people disapprove or don’t understand is incredibly hard. However, the strong mindset and grit allowed Black Coffee to build a global brand coming from South Africa and to be the top 100 DJs in the world, and to put its craft on the map. “I saw this all before it happened,” he said in an interview. What you see is what you will be and you will only create what the strength of your mind will allow. You need a strong mind.Build over a consistent time“I built my career steadily over 20 years.”Black Coffee has been in the game of DJying and producing over an extended time. Patience and consistency have underpinned his success. From starting as an unknown DJ to collaborating with the biggest stars in the world, quality consistency has been the epicenter of his philosophy. We all have heard of the 10 000 hour rule of reaching mastery in one area of expertise and this holds for Black Coffee’s career. When he started reaching international prominence, some called him an overnight success but that's not the case. People overestimate what they can do in a year but underestimate what they can do in two decades. To reach the pinnacle of anything, you need to build over a consistent time.Foster strong partnerships“I’ve invested a lot in partnerships”Over the years Black Coffee has employed international agents, been part of promotions with major beverages, collaborated with various artists, and formed its record label Soulistic where collaboration went further. Coffee has interacted with and worked with artists such as Kelly Rowland and David Guetta; been on a plane with Drake and played at Jay Z and Beyonce’s party. Above that, he is open to giving assistance to those who are up and coming because he values all levels of partnerships and invests in them for the long term.Create a unique sound“I saw you at Coachella and you had everybody moving”Black Coffee has been wise in creating his distinct sound. When you hear a set, song and playlist and it was done by Black Coffee then you will know. Characterised by soulful, African infused, instrumental laden beats, his sound has distinguished him from everybody else and he has inspired a new generation of African inspired techno music and deep house. “Track selection is very important and the right mix of songs and sounds can save your set,” said Coffee. In the world of being a DJ, the most important element is the right infusion of track selection. Having the right tracks blended will create a sound that pleases your listeners. Coffee is also known for performing with live bands that further elevates his unique sound. As a result, he is now able to have events...

In this episode, we talk about better time management.

In this episode, we talk about the phases of project management teams.

In this episode, we talk about a few truths that you need to know about business.

In this episode, we talk about associating only with positive people.Remove negative people from your lifeAs old connections close, new connections riseFind out who the top people in your field are

In this episode, we uncover lessons we can learn from Christiano Ronaldo.He is a footballer who has been called one of the best scorers and players in football history. He has won league, domestic champions league titles and Ballon D'Or titles with both Manchester United and Real Madrid. He is was once the world's most expensive player and recently signed a lifetime contract with athletic powerhouse Nike.I personally have great admiration and 'man crush' on this player who has redefined the game of football. There are multiple lessons we can learn from him in life and in our work. His name is Christiano Ronaldo and here are some lessons that he taught me.Have fun"I'm proud to play for Real Madrid because I have fun; when you no longer have fun it's a sign that it's time to leave. For now, though, I'm happy here at the greatest club in the world."We have many pressures to perform, give our best and reach our targets. A consequence of this is that we often tend to forget to have fun while we work. If you are an employee you spend about 70% of your day at work. If you are an entrepreneur, then you spend 100% of your time on your chosen business. It is imperative to have fun.Ronaldo is a player who has a lot of fun on the field. He is known for some of the best football celebrations such as "calm down", "power pose", "I can't hear you" and "I'm here." In training and after the game he is known for his light-heartedness. There was an experiment where he was dressed as a homeless person, playing football as well as asking women for their numbers. After playing around, he revealed himself and then he started giving his signature to people around him. He also reveals that if you are not having fun, then it's time for a change.Be competitive with yourself"I have my flaws too, but I am a professional who doesn't like to miss or lose."Ronaldo is a man of high standards and principles. Due to this nature, he is always competing, pushing himself and reaching for the next level of achievement. Whenever he loses or comes in second, it is something he takes personally - he is known to become emotional during matches - in the Euro championships when Portugal lost in the finals, he was visibly distraught. The reason is that he always wants to compete at his very best and his very best ends up in a victory. Since he started being noticed as a world-class player and the present day, he has become better and better each year - this is only possible due to his competitive nature.We should always be competing and reaching for our best - aiming to be in the top 1%. The best way to be in the top 1% is to constantly work to best your last performance. I am against lane watching and unhealthy comparisons. As Ronaldo, to be the best, compete with yourself and take it personally when you don't produce your best knowing that you could have.Believe in yourself"I see myself as the best footballer in the world. If you don't believe you are the best, then you will never achieve all that you are capable of."There is a practice in the profession of sports. Sports psychologists work with sports professionals to constantly reach peak performance. The practise of visualisation is the foundation where the sports professionals are constantly encouraged to only rewatch their best performances and the performances of just winning. This practice helps cultivate the belief that we are able to create the best results possible.Ronaldo has a conviction that he is the absolute best in the world. This may not always be true, due to the Argentine who plays for the Catalans but he genuinely believes he is the best....

In this episode, we talk about how to stop being a fan.

In this episode, we talk about which type of project manager you are.

In this episode, we talk about how to act before it happens.

In this episode we talk about pain causes change.There is constructive and destructive painDefine and embrace the painObserve which value this pain definesWhat can you do to ensure your pain yields positive resultsOutlast the pain