“I joke often that I know a lot about happiness because I’ve experienced a lot of unhappiness first.” ~R. Michael Anderson Bestselling Author. Speaker. Founder of Executive Joy Institute. • We teach competitive driven people how to lead happier lives • “Things” looked great from the outside: Partying at the Playboy mansion, etc., but missing […] The post The Path to Happiness & Joy: An Interview with R. Michael Anderson appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“The first step takes the most courage.” While not easy, taking the first step is both powerful and a requirement for anyone to get anywhere. Most people tend to over-think. They think and think and think some more but unfortunately, fail to take action. Tony Robbins once said the real measure of a decision is […] The post Mind Bullet Monday: Get Started appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent.” ~Calvin Coolidge In your personal and professional life, almost nothing in the world will take the place of persistence. Persistence is more valuable than planning, IQ, knowledge, genius, and talent. Have you ever noticed that some “not-so-smart” people appear to be more successful than some really smart people? It […] The post Persistance Is More Valuable Than… appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” ~African Proverb There are very few things in the world more powerful than that of a strong TEAM— a group of individuals committed to a clear, common goal. TOGETHER. EVERYONE. ACHIEVES. MORE. ~John Maxwell While it’s tempting to be […] The post Teamwork Makes the Dream Work appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“All of men’s miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone.” ~Pascal In this A.D.D., loud and crazy world it’s often tough just to hear yourself think! The understanding and intentional application of SILENCE may be the most understated principle when it comes to wellness and creativity. Join Martin and […] The post Silence and Concentration appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
[Tweet ““Never does nature say one thing and wisdom another.””] Sometimes the best inspiration for unlocking the secrets to a more productive and fulfilling life can be found in nature. Join Martin and I as we share a new perspective on habit development and how to reverse engineer your goals. Brian Tracy likes to use […] The post Welcome to Your Energy Factory appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
Sometimes it seems as though simply having a goal in mind can help you to get to where you want to be. Believe it or not, everyone has the ability to program themselves and create their own instinct-like behaviors. Join Martin and I as we explore the Automatic Success Mechanism (or ASM) and share how […] The post Discovering Your Automatic Success Mechanism appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
Many of the greatest thinkers and philosophers throughout history believed that ideas are “alive” and readily available in some sort of universal space which is often referred to as “infinite intelligence” or the Super-Conscious. Whatever you want to call it, chances are it exists! Emerson once noted, “There is a power above and behind us […] The post Super Conscious Connectivity appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
The art of tracking one’s behaviors (habits) dates back hundreds of years ago and wasn’t necessarily born with the iPhone or even The Habit Factor. In fact, one of the world’s greatest minds, Benjamin Franklin famously wrote about the art of tracking his “virtues” in his own autobiography to refine his character. In this episode, […] The post What does Benjamin Franklin and a Hindu priest have in common? appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
Trying to create new, effective habits is often associated with first trying to kill-off any existing bad habits that are holding us back. In this quick, high-value episode, Martin and I identify the three most important “MENTS” when it comes to busting those bad habits! “Birds of a feather flock together.” EnvironMENT Why would our […] The post 3 Bad Habit Busting Tips appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
While many do not consider the importance of habit development when it comes to goal achievement, those that do unfortunately are subject to the many great myths which surround the topic. In this episode, Martin and I review and dispel four monster myths about positive habit formation. 1. It takes 21 days to develop a […] The post Four Monster Myths about Habit Development appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
This episode has us turning the tables… in the coming weeks we’ll begin to weave-in interviews of domain industry experts so we figured we might as well start with Nick Palkowski, podcast guru, expert in online marketing strategy and all-around-great guy! Things weren’t always sunshine and rainbows for Nick. The first business he started in […] The post Nick Palkowski | Podcasting Insights From The Master appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
Tough question time… are you ready? Do you think you are pushing yourself hard enough when it comes to your goals? While most of us would respond with a resounding, “Yes!” There is likely a fair portion of readers/listeners who just might readily admit they have substantial reserves in the tank. In fact, some might […] The post The 8th Wind appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
No matter how close you live to big, green spaces, many of your struggles can be traced to how aligned you are with nature. Sparked by a conversation with his teenage daughter Martin and I review some clues that may very well make your life easier. Anytime there is frustration and friction in your life […] The post How Nature’s Wisdom Can Make Your Life Easier appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
The word “philosophy” comes from Ancient Greek and means “love of wisdom”. Unfortunately, the modern translation appears to have become slightly twisted to the point where the word might only connote some impractical college major. Yet, philosophy ought to be embraced by all who seek to live in a more “favorable” world for it is […] The post Philosophy & Habits of Thought appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
In the battle to get ahead, often the first step is finding a better way to leverage the only limiting resource everyone shares, TIME. Understanding how to properly leverage your time and ideas is a game changer and it’s sure to boost your productivity. In this episode, Martin and I review some strategies to optimize […] The post Got Leverage? appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“Good things happen when planned, bad things happen on their own.” ~Quality is Free Tweet This The path to leading a more efficient life is simply to harness the power of positive habits and rituals. Chances are very good you already have a set number of habits and rituals (particularly in the morning or evening). […] The post 6 Reasons to Create and Master Your Rituals appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
[Tweet ““Goals are just dreams with deadlines.””] When is the last time you set a deadline for yourself? Sounds painful doesn’t it? Well, here’s the beautiful thing— it doesn’t have to be! A man named C. Northcote Parkinson once claimed that work expands to fill the time for its completion. While it’s human nature to […] The post Deadlines: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
One of the great inspirations for Grunburg’s The Habit Factor is Dr. Stephen Covey’s classic, bestselling book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. In this episode, Martin reviews some of the similarities and differences between the two works. (10:20). If, by chance you haven’t read Covey’s masterpiece (do so!) and, in the meantime, here […] The post The Seven Habits Refresher Meets The Habit Factor appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.
“Everyone wants to improve the world, very few are willing to improve themselves.” Tweet This Many people write-off self-help thinking that positive thinking just sets you up for disappointment later. Zig Ziglar once put it brilliantly, “positive thinking won’t allow you do everything, it only allows you to do everything better.” For instance, positive thinking […] The post 7 Reasons Self Help Doesn’t Suck appeared first on Habits 2 Goals Podcast.