Episode Overview: In this episode of The Do More Podcast, host Ben Ribble explores the powerful concept of momentum in leadership through the engaging analogy of a train. Discover how maintaining momentum can help you overcome significant barriers, while stagnation can hold you back with even the smallest obstacles. Key Topics Discussed: Understanding the definition and importance of momentum in leadership. The train analogy: how a moving train can break through barriers, while a stationary train is easily stopped. Real-life anecdotes illustrating the impact of momentum: Personal Story: Ben’s journey launching Laser Focused Life. Leadership Example: Netflix's transformation and innovation. Client Success Story: Sarah’s marketing agency growth through actionable steps. Takeaways: Momentum is crucial for driving success and overcoming challenges. Small, consistent actions can create significant progress over time. Stagnation can lead to missed opportunities, even from minor obstacles. Action Steps: Set SMART(ER) Goals: Define Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Risky, Time-bound, Exiting, and Relevant goals to guide your progress. Establish Daily Routines: Create habits that keep you moving forward; even small tasks contribute to building momentum. Find Accountability Partners: Surround yourself with supportive individuals who encourage you and hold you accountable for taking action. Identify One Small Step Today: Reflect on your current challenges and commit to taking one actionable step toward your goal today. Call-to-Action: Visit LaserFocused.Life/training to sign up for our upcoming FREE live trainings where we dive deeper into these concepts!
In this episode of The Do More Podcast, host Ben Ribble explores the essential types of mentors that can elevate your personal and professional journey. From the Master of Craft to the Reverse Mentor, discover how each type plays a vital role in shaping your growth and success. Key Takeaways: The Master of Craft: Learn from those who have honed their skills over years and gain invaluable insights into your field. The Champion of Your Cause: Understand the importance of having advocates who support and connect you with opportunities. The Copilot: Discover how reciprocal relationships can foster mutual growth and collaboration. The Anchor: Find out why having a confidant outside your industry can provide fresh perspectives and support. The Reverse Mentor: Embrace the wisdom of younger generations to keep your ideas relevant and innovative. Ready to take your personal development to the next level? Visit LaserFocused.Life/training to register for an upcoming FREE live webinar!
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore Leadership isn't confined to boardrooms or political arenas but about making positive impacts starting with being your best self. Whether leading a team, family, or yourself there's something valuable in David’s story for everyone. Leadership Lessons From David: Cultivate Courage Courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to face it head-on. Have faith - In yourself, in your team, and in your mission. Develop Resilience Leadership comes with a side of adversity. Great leaders bounce back and/or carry on when the going gets tough. Be Adaptable Be versatile and open to change. Be willing to learn, grow, and adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of leadership.
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore IN THIS EPISODE: Dive into the first episode of my new podcast series, "Leadership Learned from Biblical Heroes." We explore leadership lessons drawn directly from biblical figures like Moses, David, Esther, and Nehemiah. This episode focuses on Moses – a central figure in the Bible known for his effective communication and crisis management skills. Learn about key leadership principles such as delegating tasks, authenticity in communication, vision articulation & living it out, managing crises effectively, and more. I also discuss imposter syndrome assuring listeners that these feelings are part of the growth journey in leadership roles.Discover how these ancient wisdoms can be applied to modern workplaces with references to specific biblical verses supporting each theme. Whether you're an experienced leader or just starting your journey, this series is designed to inspire continuous growth in your leadership capabilities.Don't forget to subscribe for more enlightening episodes!
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore IN THIS EPISODE: We discuss the importance of effective communication in leadership and how it can motivate teams to achieve extraordinary results. Key Takeaways: 1. **The Importance of Good Communication**: Great leaders are excellent communicators who foster trust and collaboration through clear and empathetic messages. 2. **Poor Communication Impact**: Leaders with poor communication skills often leave their team feeling uninformed or confused, negatively affecting morale and productivity. 3. **Enhancing Your Communication Skills**: Improve your skills by practicing active listening, providing clarity, being transparent in sharing updates, paying attention to nonverbal cues, giving constructive feedback, and adapting your style according to different situations. 4. **Balancing Transparency**: While transparency is crucial for leaders, some information may need withholding if it could harm team morale or performance. 5. **Non-verbal Cues Matter Too**: Body language plays a significant role in how messages are received by the team members. 6. **Feedback Matters:** Constructive feedback should be specific & actionable focusing on behaviors rather than criticizing individuals personally 7. **Adaptability Is Key:** Adjusting your style according to different people/situations within the team aids better understanding & connection. Remember that good communication empowers us all regardless of where we're at in life! Let's strive together towards better days through improved communications!
►►Don't delay! Start setting SMARTER Goals with the SMARTER Goal Setting course → https://laserfocused.life/courses/smarter-goal-setting-course/ Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore In this episode of the Do More podcast, host Ben from benribble.com delves into the dynamic nature of goal setting and introduces a framework called 'The 6 Rs'. Key Topics Covered: 1. Review: Regularly assess your goals to ensure they align with your values, aspirations, or current circumstances. 2. Rejoice: Celebrate each achievement no matter how small as it fuels motivation. 3. Recommit: If your goals resonate with you, reaffirm your commitment to them. 4. Revise: As we grow and our circumstances change, our goals need adjustments – this signifies growth rather than failure. 5. Replace: Discard outdated or irrelevant goals and replace them with ones that better align with current aspirations. 6. Remove: Get rid of any goal that is no longer relevant or aligned with long-term vision. This episode encourages listeners to tap into their full potential by setting smarter goals today for a brighter future. Remember that updating goals isn't indicative of failure but self-awareness and growth—it's positive! Embrace progress over perfection on this journey towards achieving ambitions mirroring who you are now and who you aspire to become in the future.
►►Claim your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore In this episode of the Do More podcast, we explore how guilt and shame can hinder progress, and present three strategies for a brighter future: setting clear goals, developing positive habits, and focusing on incremental improvement. Key Takeaways:- Let go of past failures or experiences that cause guilt or shame.- Embrace forgiveness towards yourself and others.- Set meaningful goals to guide your decision-making.- Develop positive habits through small consistent actions leading to significant changes over time.- Focus on progress rather than perfection. Ben also emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community for encouragement and accountability in personal growth journey. The clean slate policy is not about erasing our past but acknowledging it as a stepping stone toward a brighter future. Our mistakes shape us; embrace that fact and build upon it.
►►Claim your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE:In this episode of the Do More podcast, host Ben dives into a powerful concept: "Results follow reasons." The discussion centers around understanding our 'why' and how it becomes a benchmark for all decisions and actions. Key Takeaways:- Discovering your 'why' can significantly boost productivity by aligning daily tasks with greater intentions.- Defining your ‘why’ enhances motivation and resilience, preventing burnout, and helping persevere through obstacles.- Your 'why' should resonate with both personal and professional aspects of life. - Knowing your 'why' makes you unstoppable as actions align with purpose boosting productivity while offering fulfillment at each step professionally and personally. Ben also shares his personal journey from feeling directionless in his career to finding his burning desire to help others realize their potential which led him to start this podcast. He encourages listeners to reflect on what truly matters to them and find their unique 'why.' If you're inspired by the podcast, please leave a review or record a voice memo at podinbox.com/domore. Challenge: Find some quiet time to ponder your 'why'. Dive deep into these questions remembering that your why is uniquely yours; shaped by experiences only you have had.
►►Claim your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE:In this episode of the Do More podcast, we delve into the concept that every 'yes' implies a 'no', and how this impacts productivity and well-being. Key Topics Covered:1. The Power of No - Understanding its influence on our overall productivity and happiness.2. Prioritizing Wisely - Aligning your core values with your activities for better decision-making.3. Assessing Opportunity Cost – Evaluating potential benefits against drawbacks before making commitments.4. Effective Communication Tactics – Learning to pause before responding, mastering delegation, setting boundaries, and communicating them effectively. Takeaways:- Saying no isn't selfish; it's essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.- Early decisions about commitments prevent unreliability or disappointments later on.- Delegation empowers others while freeing up time for important matters. Tune in next time as we continue exploring strategies to unlock your potential! Remember: Make purposeful decisions and prioritize what matters most! Visit benribble.com to stay updated about coaching platform updates. Stay focused, strive to make each day count!
►►Grab your FREE copy of the Life Domains Worksheet → https://www.benribble.com/balance Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Are you looking for a way to achieve balance in all aspects of life? In this episode, we'll discuss the importance of physical, spiritual, family life, intellectual, social, avocational, relational, and financial health in order to maintain a balanced lifestyle. Then, I'll explain how investing in your intellectual life can have profound positive effects, why it is important to have a healthy social life, how pursuing a hobby can lead to greater success, and why managing your finances is essential in achieving life goals. We also give tips on how to find balance in all of these domains. Watch this video to learn more about how to create a balanced life and reach your full potential!
►►Grab your FREE Worksheet, "SMARTER Goals" → https://www.benribble.com/smarter Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Setting goals is a great way to achieve your dreams. However, not all goals are created equal. In this video, we will take a look at the 7 attributes of goals and how you can set them up to be more effective. The SMART goal framework has been around since the early 1980's. However, Michael Hyatt's company, Full Focus, suggests an upgraded version - the SMARTER Goal. This system replaces the original "R" (Realistic) with a concept that may put some, well, on edge. IN THIS EPISODE: Setting SMARTER goals Tips and tricks to set goals you can & will achieve Enjoy!
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Limiting beliefs are formed through a process known as "scarcity thinking." It's a false idea or thought process that can hold you back from achieving your goals and dreams. These beliefs can be detrimental to your health and mental wellness. Identify the THREE types of Limiting Beliefs Lean how Limiting Beliefs are formed Work through the 4-step process to overcome your Limiting Beliefs Reclaim your power! Enjoy!
►►Claim your FREE 30 Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Growth Mindset: The belief that one's talents, intelligence, skills, abilities, and even character traits, and interpersonal skills can be developed over time. Fixed Mindset: The belief that people are born with a certain mix of skills, abilities, intelligence, and character, and no amount of work or effort can change these basic facts about a person. Develop Your Growth Mindset: Learn about How the Brain Works and Grows Plan for Growth Reflect on Your Growth Start Over / Start Fresh Developing a love of learning and a belief in your own capacity for growth will allow you to achieve anything you set your mind to.
►►Claim your FREE 30 Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Six Common Excuses That Prevent Success: "I don't know how." "I'm afraid." "I don't have enough time." "I don't have enough money." "It's too late for me." "It's too hard." People that are successful on a regular basis tend to have the fewest excuses. What is YOUR go-to excuse that most limits you from success? Respond at https://podinbox.com/DoMore
►►Claim your FREE 30 Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Do you consider yourself a Leader or a Boss? Leaders develop these skills: Lead by example. Leaders are driven by a purpose. Leaders delegate. Leaders value respect. Leaders develop new leaders. Leaders know how to motivate. Leaders take responsibility. In a world of bosses, BE A LEADER! View this episode as a blog... https://www.benribble.com/blog/bossorleader
►►Claim your FREE 30 Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE: Try these techniques to boost your leadership skills: Strive for excellence. Focus on your vision and set goals. Develop your people skills. Be passionate and maintain a positive attitude. View this episode as a blog... https://www.benribble.com/blog/4LeadershipSkills
►►Claim your FREE 30 Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life FROM THIS EPISODE: Try these tips for easing into your new routines as quickly as possible: Plan ahead. Be consistent. Spot triggers. Develop substitutions. Review your reasons. Personalize your goals. Advanced Strategies for Habit Formation Practice compassion. Team up. Write it down. Remove temptations. Design obstacles. Go on vacation. View this episode as a blog... https://www.benribble.com/blog/Surprising_Fact_Habits
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate FROM THIS EPISODE: Consider these strategies for inspiration to break your negative habit now: Avoid getting overwhelmed. Focus on a daily mini-goal to help you make small adjustments. Use time intervals to control your negative habit. Reward yourself for your successes.
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate ►►Looking for a Full Focus Planner? Visit https://www.benribble.com/store! IDEAS FROM THIS EPISODE: Develop these four simple strategies for ensuring greater attention to detail: Start with a checklist. Put yourself in the other person's shoes. Use a mnemonic device to remember certain details. Commit tasks to conscious memory.
►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate What do you think when you hear the word failure? You probably are thinking that you're not good enough and that you should give up. While failure can involve those thoughts and emotions, failure can also make us stronger or wiser. Ideas from this episode: Failure is beneficial You only fail when you give up Failure is NOT FINAL Failure is an EVENT not a person - it does not define you You can't have success without failure. Never give up and never stop trying. There is power in failure, you just have to give yourself a chance. Keep trying, keep failing, and soon you'll find true success!