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BBY025 Receiving Criticism and Feedback
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In this episode we discuss how to deal with criticism and feedback. I discuss the emotions you might feel about criticism, taking into account who you’re receiving criticism from, and what to say when you receive it. I do want to give credit to Michael Hyatt for his episode on a similar topic.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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In today’s episode we talk about feedback: why it’s important, considering the relationship, and how to give it. My answer is with love and logic, not to be confused with the parenting book. I mentioned a technique called an “I” statement. Here’s the best link I could find from a parenting website: I Statements…
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I recently read this great book by Richard Shell called Springboard: Launching Your Personal Search for Success. I highly recommend this book as food for thought for clarifying your goals, defining success, and general food for thought. In this episode, I go through the outline of the book and comment on the major takeaways I […]…
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BBY022 Condolences and Congratulations
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I recently have had to write some condolence letters and some congratulatory notes. This episode reports what I learned.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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This week I talk about the first step to getting rich: thrift. I have several links of resources I refer to in the episode. Don’t miss the video from the Harvard student who paid off his debt in a year. Links: Dean Witter Guide to Personal Investing Get Rich Slowly The Simple Dollar Ben Franklin’s […]…
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This week’s episode we have a conversation with Linda Rhea, the District 26 Governor. We talk all things Toastmasters–speaking, leading, and communicating. Here’s a few helpful Toastmasters links.: Toastmasters International District 26 ToastmastersAv podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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BBY019 Stephen Covey’s 7th Habit – Sharpen the Saw
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This is the last installment in our review of “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”. We talk about sharpening the saw and personal bank accounts.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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This week I discuss Stephen Covey’s 6th Habit: Synergize.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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BBY017 Covey’s 5th Habit Understand First, Then Seek to be Understood
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This week we’re on Habit 5 of Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits. This is a great lesson in communication. During this week I reference several other books on communication. Here are their links. Just Listen by Mark Goulston How to Talk So Teens Will Listen by Adele Faber How to Win Friends and Influence People […]…
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BBY016 Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits Reviewed: Habit 4 Win-Win
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This is the fourth in the series. We’ll talk about thinking win-win, Ayn Rand’s Trader Principle, and lunchbox trades. Please leave any feedback in the comments section.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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015 Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits: Habit 3 Putting First Things First
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This week, we’re reviewing the third habit from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits: Putting First Thing First. I mention Peter Drucker’s “Effective Executive“, which has a chapter called First Things First.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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014 Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits: Habit 2 Begin with the End in Mind
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Habit two is the “Begin with The End In Mind”. Perfect discussion around this time of new year’s resolutions, goal setting and year end reflection.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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Whether you call it intentionality or living by choice, Stephen Covey covered it in the first of his seven habits: Be Proactive. This is the first in a series where I’ll be discussing Stephen R. Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective people. Link to the Amazon listing for the 7 Habits of Highly Successful People.…
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Writing thank you notes are a great way to improve your life. This week, I talk about why and how to write thank you notes. I also review Charles Murray’s “The Curmudgeon’s Guide to Getting Ahead”. Show links: Charles Murray’s “The Curmudgeon’s Guide to Getting Ahead” Thank You Note TemplateAv podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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This week, we have Kirk Barbera on as a guest. We talk about how great literature can help you live a great life. Links from the show: Kirk Barbera’s site GL Squared (Podcast) Gone With The Wind Rudyard Kipling’s IfAv podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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The Pomodoro Technique is one of the easiest ways to create a focused work structure for yourself. We discuss how I apply the Pomodoro Technique and give some tips on how to apply it. Links: Pomodoro PDF Online Pomodoro Timer (Tomato Timer) Downloadable Pomodoro Timer (This is What I Use) Alan Lakein’s How To Get […]…
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In today’s episode, I recommend a book and talk about what to do when you have a ton of work to do. Links relevant to today’s show: Steven Pressfield’s “The War of Art” The Legend of Bagger Vance Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Stephen Covey telling the big rocks story Peter Drucker’s […]…
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This is part two of the interview with Luis Tavel. We talk about communication, professional dress, and social media. He even makes a suggestion of what to buy if you only have $200 to your name. Links from the show: Luis’s website Luis’s FacebookAv podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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007 Interview with Luis Tavel on personal branding (Part 1)
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This is the first part of a two part series. Luis Tavel and I talk about personal branding. If you want to find out more about Luis, his website is here.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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This episode is a discussion about and book review of Dr. Carol Dweck’s book “The Mindset”. What areas do you have a fixed mind set? What areas do you have a growth mindset? Links from the show: The Sal Kahn Article Po Bronson “How Not to Talk to Your Kids”(I mistakenly thought this article was […]Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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005 Nathan Ohren on Journaling (Plus a bonus 30 day challenge)
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This week I pushed up an interview with Nathan Ohren to get the word out on the 30 Day Digital Challenge. It starts on October 1! Journaling is one of the most high leverage tactics for self improvement, problem solving and mental health. In this episode, Nathan and I talk about examples of journaling success, […]…
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004 Interview with Theresa Letman: Using Your Skills to Get A Better Job
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This week, I interview Theresa Letman about her most recent job change. I am probably biased, but I think she used all of her skills to get the perfect job for her. We talk about her visual resume.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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003 Three ways to make your SMART goals smarter
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On today’s episode, I talk about SMART goals and suggest three C’s from Locke and Latham’s work on goal setting to make your SMART goals smarter.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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002 Nathan Shafer on Ninjas, Heroes, and the Most Powerful Word in English
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Nathan Shafer Nathan and I discuss heroes, goals, and the most powerful word in the English language. I’ve included links to all of the resources mentioned in this cast. Links: Kasey Catanzaro on American Ninja Warrior Big Messy Bites with Nathan Shafer Nathan’s episode on the same topic is HERE. Never Ever Give Up – […]…
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001 Building A Better You HQ – Introduction and Welcome
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Listen to my first episode, where I introduce myself and my show.Av podcast episodes – Building A Better You Podcast
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