Ep. 495 - You Need Actionables Tied To Your Goal
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Takeaways You need actionables in order to progress in your life. People often get stuck in two ditches: action without vision or vision without action. Breaking down goals into actionable steps is crucial. Most people quit before they start because they don't know how to plan. Understanding your assets is key to achieving your goals. Success is a journey that requires strategic thinking and action.
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Ep. 494 - Blurring The Lines Between Technical and Strategic
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Takeaways The more you focus on technical tasks, the less strategic you become. It's essential to lift your head up and look at the bigger picture. Delegation is key to maintaining strategic focus. Saying no can lead to greater progress and focus. Replicating processes is crucial for consistent service delivery. Understanding your role helps in managing tasks effectively. Custom services require structured processes to manage chaos. Team dynamics are vital for achieving long-term goals. Strategic thinking should be prioritized over technical execution. Balancing both roles is challenging but...
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Ep. 493 - I Can. Both Sides of It
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Takeaways The 'I can' mindset is crucial for overcoming challenges. There are three types of thinking: small, medium, and large. Details can hinder the 'I can' mentality. Self-belief is essential for tackling obstacles. Challenges help us grow and become better. Over-reliance on self can be detrimental. Effective leadership allows for delegation and teamwork. It's better to share the workload than to do it all yourself. Shifting from 'can't' to 'can' builds self-confidence. With effort, anyone can achieve their goals.
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Ep. 492 - Becoming Proficient At Life
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
takeaways Life has no boundaries and can be shaped by individual choices. Most people conceptualize life incorrectly, leading to feeling overwhelmed. There are five key areas to focus on: relationships, finances, health, work, and property. Stewardship is essential in managing these five areas effectively. Having a plan is crucial for achieving dreams and goals. Life is a man-made system that can be designed by individuals. Messiness in life is acceptable and part of the growth process. It's important to teach children about designing their life and stewardship. Understanding these concepts...
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Ep. 491 - Healthy Leadership
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Leadership gets real when times are tough—you’ve got to step up and make hard calls. Good leaders put their team first, not their own comfort or ego. Doing what’s best for others might make you look bad, but it’s the right thing to do. Stay calm and provide clarity, direction, and hope for your team when things get rough. Pain makes you focus inward, but great leaders think about the bigger picture. Don’t worry about what people think—focus on what’s best for your team. Tough times call for selfless leadership—set others up for success, even if it’s...
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Ep. 490 - The Greatest Responsibility
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
People are your biggest responsibility—care for them and their trust. Leadership is about influence, not titles—show up for others. Trust is precious—honor it in every interaction. Sales is about helping people, not just making money. Integrity matters—put people over profits every time. Your actions ripple—think about how they affect others. Pause and reflect before you speak or act—it can change lives. Everyone leads in some way—how you show up makes an impact. Conversations hold weight—take them seriously. Relationships are a gift—treat them with care.
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Ep. 489 - How To Get Unstuck
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Get to know yourself—your strengths, weaknesses, and how you operate. The stuff you don’t want to do is usually the most important. Change is hard, but you’ve got to push through to grow. Pay attention when you’re avoiding something—it’s a sign it needs your focus. Take time to set up processes and do the foundational work that moves things forward. Take risks, even when it’s scary—that’s where growth happens. The world’s always changing, so staying stuck isn’t an option. Face the things you’re afraid of head-on to break through. Doing the hard stuff you’ve been...
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Ep. 488 - How to Find Great People
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Takeaways You attract people who are similar to you. Self-reflection is key to effective leadership. The law of reciprocity applies in team dynamics. Simple gestures of kindness can have a lasting impact. A positive culture is built on mutual investment. You are responsible for your hiring decisions. Sowing into people leads to a thriving team. You must plant the right seeds to see growth. Your actions and decisions shape your team.
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Ep. 487 - Grit.
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
Takeaways True growth often comes from hardship and challenges. Embrace change. View obstacles as opportunities for development Resilience and a humble mindset are key to overcoming life's difficulties. You can only build off the person you were yesterday. True opportunities arise from overcoming obstacles. Learning can happen the easy way or the hard way. A humble heart facilitates growth and change.
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Ep. 486 - The Biggest Lie
5 Minute Rants by THE a.m.
summary One of the biggest lies we tell ourselves is that life is not simple. It's important to embrace simplicity in learning and personal growth. Hands-on experience is a crucial way to gain clarity and overcome fear. Starting a journey, despite uncertainties, can lead to understanding and success. Life is really simple. Takeaways The biggest lie is that it's not that simple. Life is fundamentally simple, but we complicate it. Fear often stems from the unknown and complexity. Starting is more important than knowing how to do it. Hands-on experience is the best way to learn....
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