April 2011

And Finally…Why I Hustle! A Q&A Session

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Let me tell you up front, this post is a little different than normal. The reason I want to share it, is because I want to share a few things about me, with you.

The idea behind this came from my email inbox. While organizing my inbox the other day, I noticed that many of the email questions I’ve answered over the past few months have been asked multiple times. I figured since different people are emailing me the same set of questions (for the most part), maybe I should answer these questions publicly…[because I'm obviously not doing so well at being transparent! ;) ] I’m not going into super deep details here, but I do expose a few new things that you may not be aware of.

So what I’ve done is taken 10 of the most asked questions that I’ve received by email; paraphrased them, and answered them below. Let’s proceed…

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Step Your Game Up: Take Ownership to Elevate Your Results

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I often hear people speak about things never working out in their favor. I hear it all the time. In fact there are large groups that take very little accountability in for the results they achieve (or failed to achieve). It seems to be common place for our expectations to rise without elevating our game. That’s down right crazy and a terrible formula for success!

I’m not trying to burst anyone’s bubble, but if that’s what it takes – then this article serves as my pointy needle – poking away at the misconceptions keeping us from reaching our maximum potential. I don’t write this as an expert; preaching and professing that I know it all. Actually, I’m in front of the class on this one (a student). I often need to reset and remind myself to stay on track and to keep focused.

You Get what You Give…Period

You’ve heard it before: “you reap what you sow”. So simple, yet so profound. If you’re unfamiliar, let me explain…

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The Evolution of Competition: All About the People, Less About the Individual

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Competition is going through a metamorphosis. There’s a new definition under development based on how society thinks it should be handled. Not long ago it was defined by two or more parties reaching for a similar goal, which can’t be shared. This ideology is changing from can’t be shared to can be shared. Basically, the idea is that there’s enough room in the top pot for everyone to fit.

I’m the kind of guy that thrives on competition. It’s not so much that I want to beat everyone out…it’s more so that it brings me to my best performance. If there’s a top, I naturally want to be there.

The reason this is important is because society controls the swing of ideologies and defines what’s acceptable and what isn’t. Understanding the intricacies and thought patterns of the environment allows us to operate intelligently.

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