Exercise the mind too!

Each year many of us realize we got a little lax in our workouts or maybe we simply over ate while enjoying the holidays. So if you are like most, you plan out how you will correct all of those things by working out, hitting the gym, finding an exercise partner. All of these are great! Keep it up!

Just don't forget the mind! Sometime we neglect the big muscle at the top. Try a crossword, use an app, play a game, read, learn. Nearly each year, my family, attempts a puzzle around the holidays as the dust begins to settle. This one was our most challenging yet. 1500 pieces! It's a great way to challenge your mind and grab some family time too!

2018 - Jan - 22

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The First Step

"I already know what I know" - Ken Blanchard

This phrase has really stuck with me. I came across it in a book recently, First, Fast, Fearless: How to Lead like a Navy SEAL by Brian "Iron Ed" Hiner. It is the response Ken Blanchard, famous leader of leaders, used when describing to others why he always writes with coauthors. By expanding your views, knowledge and ideas through those of others, you will always be able to learn. I have really found a passion for reading. As a kid, I literally only read when it was required of me. I always had preferred to do ANYTHING over reading. The crux that changed it for me was that I married a reader. My wife taught me that reading can be enjoyable. I don't like every author I read but I still get something from every book I read. Many of the titles I read come from recommendations, others My latest conquests included: Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by General Stanley McChrystal - Great context ...

Don't be afraid, put in the work and accomplish great things.

Fear is likely our greatest enemy! Fear stands in the way of our success. It is because of fear that we don't make a new connection, start a business, become debt free, get healthy... you name it, fear hold us back. Sometimes its because we are comfortable and afraid of risk. That comfort tends to hold us in a pattern. Having been a people leader for years, I always encourage teammates and those on my team to break through their fears and soar for success. Sometimes however, even I don't listen to my own advice, don't take the chance, break out of the comfort zone, reach for the thing I want because it's hard. Make every day, every week, every year a journey toward accomplishing something. Don't let fear of the work get in your way! 2018 - Jan - 25

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