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The First Thing You Need To Do To Become More Successful

What is the first thing you need to do to become more successful? If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking, “Okay, I will buy a book or I will sign up for some course.” Other people might think they have to find the right guru or mentor to help them achieve success. Those are important but you’re putting the cart before the horse if that’s your line of thought. There’s something more fundamental you need to do. There’s something more basic you need to attend to first. What am I talking about? I’m talking about beliefs. Pay attention to your mental inventory because until and unless you believe you can change, nothing will happen in your life. This is a powerful form of belief. This is the most important ingredient in the process of changing your results. You’re trying to become more successful, aren’t you? Obviously, if you’re not happy with the results you’re getting. There is the simple matter of changing your results. You want to be more successful but, you don’t automatically assume that you can change. Learn to embrace the possibility of change. Recognize its full features. Stare it in the eyes and let it in. Absorb it. Most people don’t go through this. They subconsciously assume that they can’t change. What happens? They buy book after book, sign up for course after course, take many steps, and end up with a lot of nothing. Why? They built their empire of change on a faulty foundation. It did not occur to them. Change cannot take place unless one truly believes that things could change. Did they truly believe they were worthy of success? No, they didn’t believe they had full authority and ownership of every aspect of their lives. Please understand that you should believe you can change because it is the key that turns the lock of that mental prison you’re in. You’re not locked in the past. Instead, the self-fulfilling prophecies playing out in your subconscious paralyze you and that becomes your future. You should analyze what you’re thinking and what you believe about yourself. If your beliefs are not completely in line with the reality that you want to produce, then you are wasting your time. What do you need to believe to become more successful? Start by believing you can change. Believing you can change means you can effect change all across your life by creating a change on the inside. This means greater power over your circumstances, greater power over your life, and greater power over your opportunities. Say to yourself, “I can change.” Now, repeat it again and again. After you’ve done that, I want you to come up with three solid examples when you decided to make a change. Most people can do this fairly easily because we are highly capable of change. If you want something basic, look at how you learned to ride a bicycle or drive a car. That is change. Why? Because at a certain point in time in your life’s history you did not know how to ride a bicycle, or drive a car. Then you decided that you wanted to learn, and believed that it was within your reach, then you made it happen. Find that point where you switched from not knowing how to ride a bicycle to one who can ride a bicycle. Look for these monumental changes in your life. It doesn’t have to be big. You don’t have to be a hero. It doesn’t have to be overly grand or dramatic but once you base it on the truth of how you’ve changed in the past, it reinforces the means that you can change now. Are you ready to change? If you’re ready to take the next step in your life or business. If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck, insecure, anxious, not good enough, or any other self-deprecating belief…then check out this free email course, or consider signing up with a coach. In this journey with Drew Kairos, you will get access and learn mental frameworks, mind shifts, and powerful successful training needed to unleash a world-class, enlightened, high-impact, abundant, successful entrepreneur. ~Wishing you success!

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Successful People Aim To Fail Quickly

You’re probably thinking to yourself, “Why in the world would somebody want to fail quickly?” You may have read the article title and did a double take….“Isn’t failure something we’re supposed to avoid?” “Isn’t it something we’re supposed to run away from?” “Isn’t it a mark of embarrassment or even humiliation?” Why in the world would successful people, of all people, aim to fail quickly? You should understand that successful people know failure is always a possibility. So, they don’t candy-coat it, try to avoid it, or make up excuses for it. They also don’t try to cover it up with rationalizations, excuses, or justifications. Instead, they look it straight in the eye and address it. Failure is inevitable, suffering is options. Maybe, it’s monetary…or maybe, it’s social like a loss of reputation. Whatever the case may be, failure conventionally means pain and/or suffering. Successful people realize that failure is inevitable so they look at what they stand to gain. They do a calculated risk-benefit analysis and if the analysis comes out right, and the project is worth taking on, they still keep looking at the possibility of failure to motivate them. These people know the difference between wanting to fail and getting ready for setbacks. Their mindset shifts to failing quickly. They want to know if this will not pan out. I want this to flame out quickly so I can pick myself up, dust myself off, and go on to the next opportunity. Quick failure means quick lessons. Don’t look at it as a judgment on your character as a human being. It is not some summation of your value as a person, nor does it define you. Instead, you learn what you need to learn like Thomas Edison who once used a hair from a man’s beard in his efforts to invent the light bulb. Obviously, that did not pan out, but that didn’t stop Edison from trying many times. You need to fail quickly so you can quickly determine that the road you’re on is not the right road. You can then shift to another road and then try the next one. Quick lessons mean a faster track to eventual success. That’s how successful people think. On the contrary, people who struggle for the rest of their lives experience failure and look at failure as something that defines them. What did they do wrong? They dwelled on it. Instead of a quick failure that yields important quick lessons, they dwell on the failure and the lessons they get are worse lessons because it’s all about them. They create stories in their head about things like: They’re not thinking intelligently They don’t have enough money People don’t like them. They can’t get ahead. They don’t have enough time to get things done. They’re trapped in their life with all these ‘toxic’ lessons Fail quickly and get the lesson quickly. Learn from it and apply this knowledge moving forward. This enables you to minimize the cost and the pain. Suffering will always be a part of the equation but it doesn’t mean that you have to maximize it. It doesn’t mean that you have to let it burn you and define you as a person. When you do that, you are only making success more elusive. In today’s business environment, where things are changing constantly, speed of execution is a lot more important than perfect execution. While you’re trying to perfect a certain solution or product, the situation might change, rendering your product or solution irrelevant. Make it “good enough,” publish it, improve it based on market feedback, rinse and repeat. This approach creates success much faster. By failing, we are learning. By learning, I mean we see how best to adapt to the environment and respond by adjusting our behavior incrementally but continually. This helps build momentum internally and externally. This also creates better quality solutions over time. If you’re holding on to an idea, product, service, in fear of rejection or failure – what are you waiting for? ~Wishing you success!

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How A Fear Of Failure Manifests More Failure

Did you know failure is your friend? Depending on where you’re at in your life, you may either be laughing out loud or cringing. You may even have this almost irresistible urge to close this article and move on to more interesting things. Well, hear me out. Most people are afraid of failure. It doesn’t take a brain surgeon to figure that out. This is part of the human condition. We are drawn to pleasure and we recoil from pain and discomfort. We would love the big mansions, the swimming pools, the global vacations every two months, and the tons of money in the bank, but we hate or we try to avoid putting in day-after-day of seemingly meaningless work. Try to avoid meeting the very difficult people that can lead to great deals because it’s painful to deal with them. We would like to get the reward without going through the painful process. I understand that since that’s part of human nature. This is why we’re afraid of failure because we know it guarantees nothing. We can put in the work, the time, the effort and make all the sacrifices and at the end of that process, there’s nothing there. You’re left holding an empty bag. The truth is you’re already failing right now if you’re not shooting for your goals and dreams. You really are failing because every day you spend being paralyzed by fear of failure is a day not spent working towards success. Fear of failure can paralyze you or make you do things the wrong way. The worst thing you can do is to put things off and wait for the ‘right time’ to happen because that perfect time never comes, right? Stop waiting for tomorrow because tomorrow will never come. There will be many duties, responsibilities, and obligations that will pop up all over the place that will distract you. They will throw you off track. You can bet on that. Fear of failure can also make you hesitate and doubt yourself. Doubt is an emotional cancer in certain contexts. It can burn away at you. The worst part is it builds slowly until it explodes, usually at the moment you least expect it, and you end up crashing and burning. Don’t doubt your capabilities. Challenge yourself but don’t doubt. The ultimate truth about you is that you can do it if you put in the time, effort, and sacrifice and choose the right goals. Unfortunately, if you’re so deathly afraid of failure, you won’t go through the learning process. It’s painful to constantly think about failure, or failing, or not being good enough, or not having enough time, or whatever other excuse or limiting belief you can come up with. That’s why you’re not trying anything new – you think you’re avoiding failure. You don’t even give yourself the chance to succeed or fail. Successful People Think Differently We all want to be successful, but sometimes the fear of failure prevents us from trying new things. Failure is a necessary component on the way to success. If you’re not failing, then chances are you’re just sitting around doing nothing. Successful people don’t fear failure. Believe it or not, successful people know failure is always a possibility. But they make it work for them. They view failure as the price they pay to learn and grow. If you want a good example of this, pay attention to that quote from Thomas Edison. He said, “I didn’t fail to invent the light bulb. I discovered 101 ways of not inventing light bulbs.” Do you see the logic in that? Failure is the price you pay as you learn. You can use it as a steppingstone to the ultimate success or you can use it as a gravestone to all your hopes, wishes, dreams, and ambitions. The truth is successful people view failure as a necessity. Failure is not the opposite of success – instead, it’s part of the process.

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Challenge Your Own Beliefs To Tranform Your Life

Make no mistake. Beliefs are decisions, and we choose our own beliefs. There’s nobody sitting behind you with a gun pointed to your head telling you to believe certain things. There’s nobody threatening to kill you if you don’t believe you are not good enough, incapable, and not up to the job. Nobody’s forcing you to be miserable. I know that that’s an uncomfortable thing to hear because we’re human beings. We’re trapped in a prison of weak flesh and we would love to have somebody or a situation to blame. You choose your beliefs and these are the foundation of your reality. They make up the lenses that filter your reality. That’s what you use to read reality. Nothing is forced on you. You’ve voluntarily assumed them. You always have a say. How do I change that? How do you fight back against your toxic beliefs? It all boils down to being more critical. This doesn’t mean that you have to turn into some jerk or asshole but it means that you have to be more skeptical. I’m not a religious person, but this notion is even mentioned in the bible: “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways, my ways.” – Isaiah 55:8 Don’t think things have face value. Somebody might say something is right or true, but filter that information through your experience. Use your logical reasoning facilities and start to question everything you hear or think. Is this true for me? Do I actually believe it? Unfortunately, many people are lazy because if somebody we know, who we love and respect says something or make a truth claim, we are more likely to pick up on what they say and assume that it’s true. Why? In the back of our heads, we filtered that person as someone who experienced many things and as someone who has achieved credibility and authority in our mind so why do the heavy work and be skeptical of what they say? Your thoughts are not your own. Basically, you transfer the time, effort, and attention to detail that you invested in developing that friend or mentor to their claims. This is a problem because people make mistakes all the time, and everyone has a different experience going through life. People say the stupidest things all the time and if you were mentally lazy and adopt what they say wholesale and absorb it, there will be problems. Maybe they’re saying something that’s true to them personally, but it’s not some universal truth that applies to all people across the board. The next thing you need to do is to stop assuming. Don’t be afraid to look at first principles. If somebody is saying a big claim, don’t be afraid to look like a fool and say, “Hold on, what do you mean by this and by that?” Thoughts are constantly flowing, coming and going, always obeying their own laws. When you realize that you are not your thoughts, the impact of those thoughts will diminish. “The power of your thoughts lies in the fact that you think they are yours.” – Osho Do not be fearful of challenging your own beliefs, it can lead to true transformation and evolution. In life we are always learning. But equally as important, we must unlearn that which does not agree with us anymore. Free Course to identify limiting beliefs that may no longer be serving you: https://academy.alphadogsuccess.com In depth development through coaching: http://schedule.alphadogsuccess.com ~Wishing you success!

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How To Harness Your Beliefs To Create More Success In Your Life

Starting Out: Your beliefs shape how successful you are. This isn’t magic. If you are facing tough times or feel like you’re failing, it’s okay to look for answers. Admitting there’s a problem is the first step to fixing it. Think About a Simple Chair: Imagine you’re sitting down. You trust the chair will hold you up. That’s a belief – you believe the chair won’t break. This tiny decision happens fast, and you might not notice it, but it’s still a choice you make based on belief. Your Beliefs Are Powerful: This small example shows how your beliefs are always working in your life, even in little ways. If you can believe in a chair, why not believe in yourself? If you’re facing problems, it might be because you’re believing in the wrong things. Facing the Truth: It’s hard to accept that we’ve made bad choices because of our beliefs. But facing this truth is a big step forward. Accepting that you’ve been wrong about something means you can start making better choices. Belief Affects Everything: What you believe affects everything you do. If you believe you can succeed, you’ll start making choices that lead to success. If you think you’ll fail, that belief will make you choose things that lead to failure. You Can Change Your Beliefs: The great news is you can change your beliefs. Just like dropping a hot potato, you can drop a bad belief. When you change your beliefs, you change your choices, and that changes your life. Your Beliefs Guide Your Success: In the end, it’s all about belief. Your beliefs shape your choices, and your choices shape your life. Believe in success, make choices that lead to success, and you’ll find success. Take Action Now: Want to learn more about this? There’s a free mini-course that can help. If you know someone stuck in their life, share this with them! Your beliefs determine your success, and it’s as simple as that.

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How To Improve Your Decision Making With Increased Awareness

Introduction: All individuals encounter challenges that demand decision-making. The distinction between success and failure lies in our awareness and approach to these challenges. Obsessing over outcomes generates undue stress, often perceived as worrying, and can lead us down a path of negative anticipation, limiting our view to a binary choice and potential failure. The Peril of Contracted Awareness: Contracted awareness, or a reactive mindset, lays the groundwork for decisions stemming from fear, doubt, and worry, leaving us susceptible to making choices based on negative emotions. It emphasizes problems and the worst possible outcomes, rather than potential solutions and positive possibilities. Examples of situations bred by reduced awareness include expecting the worst, acting impulsively, clinging to fear, playing the victim role, obsessing over control, disregarding sound advice, and ignoring underlying intentions. Overcoming Reduced Awareness: Acknowledging the existence of reduced awareness and its limiting perspective is the first step towards empowerment and accessing the universe’s boundless possibilities. We must delve within and explore our emotional sphere, recognizing the emotions triggered by our decisions and honoring them. Elevate Your Awareness: 1. Analyze Your Awareness State: 2. Ascend to the Solution Level: 3. Embrace Scenario Ambiguity: The Harmony of Awareness and Decision-Making: By engaging with life and ourselves with complete awareness, we foster a decision-making environment where each choice, whether leading to success or a learning opportunity, enriches our experience and understanding. Embrace the ambiguity and uncertainty inherent in each situation, recognizing the possibility of growth and learning in every decision made. The journey of awareness and improved decision-making, enveloped in self-honesty and expanded perspective, paves the way for unceasing personal and professional development. Conclusion: In the realm of complete awareness, every decision contributes to growth and enlightenment, translating into consistent win-win outcomes. The true essence of successful decision-making intertwines with total self-awareness, understanding our emotional dynamics, and acknowledging the boundless possibilities beyond the binary scope of right or wrong. As we traverse the path of life’s challenges, let us carry the lantern of awareness, illuminating the trail of informed decisions, learning, and incessant growth. ~ Wishing You Success and Enhanced Awareness!

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5 Limiting Belief that Are Stopping Your From Being Successful

5 Limiting Beliefs that Are Stopping You From Being Successful

Introduction Limiting beliefs act like chains, holding us back from exploring our full potential and living life to the fullest. These ingrained convictions whittle down our self-esteem and undermine our faith in our abilities, leading us into a cycle of underachievement and dissatisfaction. This article explores five prevalent limiting beliefs and offers insight into breaking free from their grip. Breaking Down Common Limiting Beliefs Limiting Belief #1 – I am Undeserving of Good Things Overview: The belief in personal unworthiness leads to rejecting or undermining opportunities for growth and success. Counteraction: Understand that everyone deserves happiness and success. Acknowledge your worth and open your mind to opportunities. Limiting Belief #2 – I Lack Physical Attractiveness Overview: This belief fosters a lack of self-confidence, impacting social and professional interactions negatively. Counteraction: Recognize that true attractiveness stems from confidence, kindness, and intelligence. Embrace your unique qualities and project them with confidence. Limiting Belief #3 – My Dreams will Only End in Failure Overview: This mindset acts as a self-fulfilling prophecy, causing setbacks and inhibiting progress. Counteraction: View failures as opportunities for growth and learning. Acknowledge your fears but don’t let them dictate your actions. Limiting Belief #4 – Happiness is Beyond My Reach Overview: This belief creates an endless, fruitless search for happiness outside oneself. Counteraction: Understand that true happiness comes from within. Practice gratitude and seek joy in the small things in life. Limiting Belief #5 – My Situation is Hopeless Overview: This belief fosters a sense of despair and hopelessness, blocking paths to improvement and growth. Counteraction: Believe in the power of change. Take small steps to improve your situation and seek support from friends, family, or professionals. Challenge Your Beliefs Don’t let limiting beliefs shackle your growth and wellbeing. Understand that thoughts, although powerful, are fleeting and do not define you. They follow their own course, independent of your identity and truth. Realize your capacity to question, analyze, and change your beliefs, transforming them into pillars that support rather than barriers that confine. The Power of Self-Realization Self-awareness is the beacon that illuminates the path to change. Recognize the limiting beliefs that constrain you and actively work to dismantle them. Understanding that you are not bound by your thoughts empowers you to reshape them, fostering personal evolution and enlightenment. Embrace Continuous Learning and Unlearning Life is a journey of perpetual learning and unlearning. As you gain insights, be ready to unlearn beliefs that no longer align with your growth and self-perception. This dynamic process is integral for personal development and achieving a fulfilling life. Conclusion: Light the Path Forward May this exploration shed light on your self-awareness journey, helping identify and uproot limiting beliefs. Embrace the reality that beliefs are choices, not unchangeable truths. Take the first step towards personal evolution by recognizing the power within you to change your thoughts, beliefs, and life. For deeper insights into the neuroscience behind belief formation and practical strategies for personal evolution, explore this FREE mini-course. Embark on the transformative journey to unshackle your mind and live a life unbounded by limiting beliefs.

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How to Work With Your Energy to Get More Done in Less Time

Boosting your productivity isn’t just about pushing harder; it’s about working smarter. Traditional methods often have us battling against our own natural rhythms, which can lead to burnout and inefficiency. What if we could tap into our inherent energy patterns to achieve more, in less time and with greater joy? Let’s dive into how aligning our tasks with our energy levels can radically enhance both our efficiency and our job satisfaction. Understanding Your Energy, Not Fighting It Ever feel like you’re swimming upstream in your workday? That’s probably because you are. The old-school grind of fighting through tiredness or a lack of inspiration is not only outdated but also counterproductive. Forcing output when our energy flags often results in lackluster results that require later revision—wasting even more time and energy. The Power of Natural Rhythms Your energy isn’t constant; it ebbs and flows throughout the day in waves we can predict and utilize. For instance, the grogginess of ‘sleep inertia’ in the early morning and the post-lunch sluggishness are not periods for high-stakes decision-making or creative innovation. Instead, these are times when our bodies are naturally geared down. Strategize Your Day Around Energy Peaks and Valleys Rather than battling your body’s natural tendencies, why not work with them? Schedule your most demanding tasks during your personal high-energy peaks. Use lower-energy times for routine or administrative tasks that don’t require intense focus. This way, you align your work demands with your body’s natural inclinations, which means better outcomes with less effort. Putting It Into Practice Start by tracking your energy levels for a few days. Note when you feel most alert and when you drag. Shift your work tasks around based on these patterns. Tackle complex projects when you feel most vibrant and save those tedious, less engaging tasks for your low-energy phases. The Benefits Are Clear This approach not only boosts your productivity but also makes the work process more enjoyable. You’ll find yourself completing tasks quicker and more effectively, with far less time spent redoing poor work. This alignment of energy and task not only maximizes output but enhances satisfaction. True productivity comes from working in harmony with your natural energy states, not struggling against them. By recognizing and respecting your body’s rhythms, you can work smarter, not harder, leading to not only better results but a more fulfilling professional life. Join Our Journey Interested in tapping deeper into your energy potential? Sign up for our free email course on maximizing productivity by aligning your work with your energy levels. Transform how you work, feel, and achieve each day.

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How To Overcome The Top 7 Mental Blocks for Success

Introduction Often, the biggest barrier to achieving success is not external factors but oneself. Overcoming these self-imposed barriers is crucial for personal and professional growth. Let’s explore and expand on the seven common mental roadblocks and provide strategies for overcoming them. 1. Doubt The cycle of doubt can be paralyzing and self-perpetuating. When you doubt your abilities, it’s challenging to gain others’ confidence in your capabilities. How to Overcome: Work on building your self-confidence. Create a list of your strengths and achievements to refer to whenever doubt creeps in. This self-affirmation can fortify your belief in your abilities, making it easier to persuade others to believe in you too. 2. Fear of Failure Fear of failure can halt progress and innovation. Many view failure negatively, whereas it should be seen as a learning opportunity. How to Overcome: Redefine your perception of failure. View it as a mentor, guiding you to explore alternative paths to success. Understanding that failure often precedes success can change your approach and make you more resilient. 3. Fear of Success Some fear the change and perceived negatives success might bring, including the loss of comfort zones or assumed personality shifts. How to Overcome: Challenge these fears by visualizing the positive impacts of success on your life. Understand that success does not inherently change your core values or personality, and any changes can be controlled and directed positively. 4. Lack of Self-Belief Without believing in yourself, achieving your goals becomes a daunting task as you lack the necessary motivation and drive. How to Overcome: Regularly set and achieve small goals. This practice will build your confidence and reinforce your belief in your abilities to tackle larger objectives. 5. Getting Too Emotional Excessive emotion can cloud judgment and lead to poor decisions. How to Overcome: Practice mindfulness or other emotional regulation techniques. These tools can help you to remain calm and think logically in challenging situations. 6. Making Things Too Complicated Overcomplication and overthinking can stall progress, causing simple problems to appear larger and more intricate than they are. How to Overcome: Focus on breaking down problems into manageable parts and seek simple solutions first. Remember that the most effective solution is often the most straightforward one. 7. Thinking Inside the Box Limited, conventional thinking can prevent the discovery of innovative solutions to problems. How to Overcome: Encourage creativity and unconventional thinking. Regularly practice brainstorming sessions, and don’t dismiss any idea as too “out there.” Often the most unusual ideas can lead to the most innovative solutions. Conclusion Breaking down these mental blocks is essential for paving the path to your success. Implement these strategies to overcome personal barriers, ensuring a smoother, more confident journey towards achieving your goals and aspirations.

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What Your Dog Can Teach You About Business

If you think about the way we describe life as a dog: “It’s a dog’s life,” “I’ve been working like a dog,” “It’s a dog-eat-dog world,” and “They treat me like a dog,” to name a few. You’d think they have horrible lives… The fact is, if they’re not mistreated, dogs actually have great lives. Not only that, they’re usually way better at their jobs and happier about their lives than we humans are! No, I’m not smoking something, at least not today. I’m serious. I’ve had dogs most of my life. I’ve been trained by some of the best dog trainers around before I became a trainer myself. Yes, I know how that sounds, but the truth is, training dogs is more about training their owners than the dogs. Anybody can give a dog commands, but without the proper confidence, demeanor, compassion, etc. the dog may choose not to listen. If that sounds at all similar to training managers so employees are more effective, then you’re beginning to see the analogy. In fact, there are lots of business and life lessons we can learn from dog behavior and our relationships with “man’s best friend”. Dogs know the secret to personal productivity. They get tons of rest, yet they’re highly productive. If you need them, they’re there – bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. That’s because they’re incredibly focused and disciplined. Dogs know their priorities and they stick to them. They keep it simple and they’re happier as a result. Entitled dogs are more trouble than they’re worth. Spoiled dogs can be whiny, manipulative, over-protective and aggressive. If they don’t get what they want – what they’re used to getting – they act out. Entitled people often do the same thing. They behave badly and are much less productive than their counterparts. In a hierarchical relationship, the Alphadog is always a compelling, compassionate, and confident manager who can lead his/her employees. Most dogs love to work and serve. The bond between man and canine evolved as a symbiotic working relationship. There’s actually an entire class of “working dogs” that includes Shepherds, Rottweilers, Boxers and Mastiffs. They’re at their best when they’re put to a task and can be anxious when they think they’re not needed. The problem is that owners are often lousy leaders that don’t communicate what they want their dogs to do. The same issue can arise in business. You may have some hard-working employees, but unless they know the tasks to complete to be most effective, they’re not productive. Dogs don’t overextend themselves. People will often over-promise and under-deliver. Not dogs. They never bite off more than they can chew, so to speak. If you give them too large an area to guard or more work than they can handle, you’ll quickly notice signs of stress, noncompliance or other unwanted behavior. There’s no hubris or ego matters with dogs. They know what they can handle and will do just that. When they’ve been socialized, dogs have successful relationships. When dogs aren’t properly socialized or allowed to spend time out and about with other dogs and people, they can be anxious or aggressive when they interact. Usually this is based on fear and the unknown. People are often the same way. Troubled working and personal relationships are usually a sign of a troubled upbringing. Good leaders, or alphas, will always help with social integration and productive applications in a new environment. Dogs are direct and genuine. When they’re happy, they wag their tails. When they’re appreciative, they lick your face. If they feel bad, they drop their heads and may tuck their tails. When they want to play, they’ll get a toy and drop it at your feet or jump around spiritedly. If they feel threatened, their hair goes up or they may growl. Their communication is direct and genuine. There’s no drama, hidden agenda or passive-aggressive behavior, as with humans. To become a good leader, or alpha in your workplace, learn to lead by example. Dogs don’t sweat the small stuff. Partly because they have short memories. If they’re chastened for doing something bad, as soon as you forgive them, they move on. It’s the same thing if you mistreat them. Say you’re sorry, scratch them behind the ears, give them some love and it’s like it never happened. They’re great at letting go and never hold grudges on things they can’t control. One way to implement this in your business or personal life is with the 5 by 5 rule. If it’s won’t matter in 5 years, then don’t spend more than 5 minutes upset by it. Owners usually misidentify the culprit. When dogs misbehave, people inevitably blame the dog. In reality, it’s almost always the owner’s fault (poor training, limited socializing, over-extended domain, no alpha/leadership presence). It’s the same thing in the business world where 90 percent of problems are management-related. The only difference is drama…dogs never point their paws at each other or blame someone else for their behavior. Let me take this a step further… If you’re good with domesticated animals – I’m willing to bet you’d make an effective manager and have some true leadership potential. It’s at least worth the experience. If you don’t want to get a coach, try getting a dog and a trainer instead. You’ll be amazed what you will learn. As always, I’m here for questions, comments, concerns, as well as for coaching and additional training…just reach out! ~ Wishing you success!

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How To Overcome Fear By Turning Lions Into Kittens

Exploring Fear with Examples: Ever rushed up the stairs in the dark, feeling like someone might be behind you? Or felt a chill going to the bathroom late at night, worried about the imaginary unknown? These irrational fears stem from our evolved psychology designed to keep us safe in a dangerous world. Evolved for Caution Our minds, like our bodies, evolved in a perilous environment. Early humans faced numerous threats, leading to the development of a risk-averse nature and an inclination for chronic stress. Our ancestors had to assume the worst to survive. The Ambiguity Issue Picture this: you’re in the wilderness, observing an animal silhouette against the horizon. Is it a harmless kitten or a dangerous lion? The safest bet is to assume it’s a lion and react for self-preservation. This survival instinct is still with us, even though we no longer face such clear and present dangers. Today’s threats are debts, illnesses, relationship problems, and career issues, replacing the lions of our past. The Power of Perspective But here’s the crux: overcoming fear is all about perspective and mindset. Viewing challenges as kittens rather than lions can help us remain calm and happy, even in difficult situations. It’s essential to reassess our situations, take control of our anxiety and stress, and realize that our fears might not be as threatening as they seem. Transforming Fear So, how do you turn lions into kittens and conquer fear? By evaluating why you’re scared and determining if the fear is justified. Consider contingency plans and coping strategies to handle the challenges effectively. Conclusion Remember, it’s all a matter of perspective. By changing your mindset, beliefs, thoughts, and feelings, you transform the reality you experience. Learn to see the kittens, not the lions, and watch your fears diminish and your courage soar. s perform worse and feel worse. How do you turn your situations into kittens and overcome fear? Simple: you assess exactly why you’re afraid and whether or not there really is a good reason for you to be. Likewise, you can look at contingency plans and coping mechanisms. Remember: it’s all just perspective. Change your mindset (beliefs, thoughts, feelings) and you change the reality that you experience! You can also check out our FREE Alphadog Awareness Mini Class HERE.

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Power of Pause: The Skill of Doing NOTHING!

In the world today, we’re constantly told to keep moving, keep striving, and keep working hard. People chug another coffee to get through the list of tasks. But this whirl of activity can take a toll on us. If you’re feeling this way, it’s essential to remember there’s more to life than just work. Life’s Equilibrium In life, balance is key. It’s not always about achievement or being in constant motion. Sometimes you may want to do something; other times, you may crave rest and relaxation. Life is a blend of action and pause, and both contribute to personal growth. Remember the equation: Stress + Rest = Growth Understanding Inaction Life moves in a rhythm. There’s a time to act and a time to rest. Constant push may lead to exhaustion, evident in people always on the go. They might say they feel fantastic, but their fatigue tells a different story. Taking a break is natural. However, it doesn’t mean total inactivity. It’s more about inner calmness, not pushing or forcing things, allowing them to be as they are, and living in the present. Embrace Surrender This notion doesn’t imply quitting everything. It’s about releasing control over uncontrollable things, making peace with the present, and opening up to experiences meant for you. If something is destined for you, it will find its way. Navigating Doubts and Fears Questions like “What if nothing happens?” or “Am I missing out?” might flood your mind. It’s natural. The key is to listen to your inner voice and recognize the right opportunities without the fear of missing out. A Different Approach to Life Each year, moments come when the desire to do nothing emerges. It’s crucial to honor these feelings. In the past, resistance and continuous work led to exhaustion and misery. Today, it’s about working less during these periods and allowing more time for fun, relaxation, and hobbies. Rediscovering Productivity After rest, you might find your productivity and motivation naturally rejuvenate. Embrace the slowdown times, and you will notice an increase in your efficiency afterward. The Futility of Endless Pushing Looking back, non-stop effort doesn’t always equal success. It often leads to running in circles of fear and insecurity. But when you relax, you can see the path life is taking you, without resistance. Rejecting Hustle Culture Hustle culture can make you feel guilty for resting, but remember that breaks are essential. Tuning into your inner guidance helps make the right decisions and allows life to flow more smoothly. Conclusion In a world that incessantly demands achievement and hustle, learn to embrace the pause. Listening to your inner self and taking it slow on off days can enhance your productivity and overall happiness. Understand the value of doing less and the power of giving up control, and let life flow in its rhythm. ~Wishing you Success! PS > Check out our FREE Mindset Mini-Class to continue your self-improvement journey.

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