Optimized YOU! Session Zero
Before we begin with the execution tips, it’s good to have a goal or intention in mind… the more specific the better. What do we want to (A) bring more of into our lives; (B) what is getting in the way of having more A items; and (C) what is the negative consequence of not having enough A items with too much B interference…?
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If we’re not clear on a need to change, it’s more difficult to stay with it. ❤️🙏
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- 055 – BE MORE REFRESHED AND LESS DISTRACTED BY GIVING YOUR BRAIN A BREAK
- 054 – WHY YOUR BOSS MIGHT NOT BE FIT TO LEAD YOU, AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT
- 053 – RESET CHALLENGE RECAP (HOW I GAINED MORE FOCUS AND FREEDOM IN 10 DAYS)
- Clarity of Focus
- Corporate Thriving
- Curveballs
- Energy Management
- Exercise / Fitness
- Growth + Change
- Habits
- Meal Planning
- Office Overhauls
- Organization
- Personal Profile
- Planning
- Procrastination
- Productivity
- Re-Set Challenge
- Self Leadership
- Self Management
- Space Overhaul
- Systems
- Time Management
- Tips+Bits
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045 – HOW TO BUILD A HABIT (IF YOU WANT TO BUILD A HABIT)
Vid Summary: We (usually) create habits because we think something will improve as a result We often give up habits when we perceive we didn't do it will enough or consistently enough, (which leads to negative self-talk and who needs that?!) A shift in approach could...
044 – QUESTIONING HOW AND WHEN YOU RELY ON YOUR BOSS (to be HAPPIER AT WORK!)
Vid Summary We all (totally) want to matter whether or not we are consciously aware... so we seek validation from various sources Sadly, we often rely on the *wrong* people to reinforce that we matter!! (We matter - we all matter!!) Instead of relying on managers for...
043 – FROM DUMB to SMART QUESTIONS – HOW TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR DECISION MAKERS TO HEAR YOU
Vid Summary: Are there really no dumb questions? Do you recall times when someone looked at you like you had 3 heads because of your question? Have you ever been gobsmacked by a co-workers really dumb question? How can we ask better questions, and as bosses, how can...
042 – USING YOUR EMOTIONS TO EVOLVE (EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IS THE KEY TO DIFFERENTIATION AT WORK)
Vid Summary: Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is about increasing self-awareness to better navigate (work and life) Self-awareness helps us collaborate, and collaboration is essential in order to be good We need to communicate in ways your internal (and external) customers...
041 – PROCRASTINATION BUSTERS (stomp DISTRACTION + CRANKIES!)
Vid Summary: Most everyone feels stuck around something, which can lead to procrastination We might lack confidence, or have fear, or just really want to get it right the 1st time Some things are just boring and tough to stay on top of When we don't want to do...
040 – COVID and BLM and OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN, GROW, AND CHANGE
Vid Summary: While I am no COVID or diversity expert, LivingBluPrints is about increasing awareness in order to navigate better ... its' about increasing understanding as to complexity of experience Empathy and Emotional Intelligence are key Without self-awareness we...
039 – How to keep COMPLAINING from DISTRACTING AND DERAILING YOU
Vid Summary: We often complain because we feel a lack of control, lack of understanding, or lack of clarity. Sometimes, we just want attention. But if you, or someone you know, really wants freedom from the negative spirals, here is a tool to use (borrowed and adapted...
038 – MANAGE DISTRACTIONS, PROJECTS, INTERRUPTIONS, EMAIL (and yourself) AT HOME
Vid Summary: This is super tactical... like: 'when/how often do I look at email, or 'what about the project I'm trying to get done?' or 'what about this dude that won't stop pinging me?' I'm always tweaking. I think we all are. My goals are usually around attempting...
037 – YOUR BOSS IS NOT THE BOSS OF YOU (haha – well, sorta)
Vid Summary: As humans, we have the cognitive ability to make meaning; we are meaning makers. When we don't have all the info, we fill in info when it's missing, and we do this in order to protect; from an evolutionary standpoint, this ability to make meaning helped...
010 – Considering Money vs Time
Consider ALL impacts on your resources... I sometimes see folks compromise their energy or their time for money. Watch it here. This totally makes sense if your budget is tight and/or you're working to get out of debt. But there comes a...
