[MM] A White Belt Mentality
BOOM!š„ That was the loud sound of my friend James slamming me on the mat at my first Brazilian Jitsu session on Saturday. The experience was extremely, extremely, extremely humbling to say the least. While I pride myself on my fitness and athleticism, I was thrown around like a rag doll.š Candidly, I was no…
read moreConnection is the next C in the 5 step framework of leadership.
Connection is the next C in the 5 step framework of leadership. Why? Leadership is about being able to build deep connections with others. Otherwise known as relationships. In fact, in order to acquire leadership capital with your following, you have to build strong relationships.Ā There’s no other way. As without deep connection, it’s an…
read more[MM] āThere’s money in the transaction, but wealth in theā¦.ā
I had a big learning lesson that I wanted to share with you from last week regarding my former housecleaner. š„ She was introduced by a referral and have been working with her for the last 6 months. She comes once per month.Ā Overall, sheās friendly and has done a decently good job according to…
read moreCourage is the next C in the 5 step framework of leadership.
Taking a step back.. Leadership is about being vulnerable. It’s about going against the grain.Ā In fact, many times leadership requires you to put your neck on the line to direct change. This is a fundamental aspect of leadership. In order to do thisā¦ you need courage. WHY? Humans are wired to avoid conflict. That’s…
read more[MM] Whats your deep er reason?
I cannot believe September and Labor Day is already here!š„ As we enter the āFall seasonā which is busy with football and back-to-school events..Ā It made me stop and think about what’s really important in life.. So asked myself this question..š¤ Why do most people want to get back in the gym after summer and…
read moreThe first C of leadership is Clarity
The first C of leadership is Clarity.Ā As the leader, clarity inward for yourself and clarity outward for your team & organization is the first step.Ā As without a clear target to pursue, friction and underperformance will set in any organization.Ā Thus, as a leader, you must take time to reflect, and go inward often,…
read moreLeadership Advice to my Former Self
Advice to my former self: Rewind the clock to November 5, 2012, the day Tatiana & I launched our first Fit Body location, I would have told myself to invest & focus on developing my leadership skills.Ā As leadership (more than fitness/nutrition coaching) has been the biggest mover in growing my team and membership base.…
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[MM] Life lessons from 2 āstrangersā
Happy Mindset Monday! Today’s message is aboutĀ love and gratitudeĀ with some life lessons that will help you on your journey. š„ Looking at the included picture, there are no words to truly describe my deepĀ love and gratitudeĀ for these amazing ladies. The snap is of my mother-in-law Cristina and my dear friend Mara. They are my 2…
read moreThe true goal of a leader
Simply put, to get people to do what they need to do to support the mission and team. As when the team wins, everyone wins. Simple but true. My question for you.. Are you working towards getting people to support the mission and team? If so, you are leading.. If not, get to it.
read moreMonday Mindset: When Things Donāt Go As Planned! š
I received this story with a great lesson from my friend Randy recently and wanted to share to get your mind right this Monday.. The Chinese FarmerĀ Once upon a time, there was a Chinese farmer whose horse ran away.Ā š§āš¾ That evening, all of his neighbors came around to commiserate. They said,Ā āWe are so sorry…
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