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MORE or LESS – For Less Stress and More Success Nov 19, 2023

I’m a big believer in keeping things simple. I don’t overthink my day, year, or life. I have found overthinking leads to underdoing, which leads to more stress. But more doing and less...

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A Two-Minute Drill Nov 07, 2023
What's that you ask? It is a simple and highly effective exercise you can do to substantially increase the odds of having a great November.

The video is just over 4 minutes. The exercise...
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7 Daily Winning Mindsets to Overcome Challenges Oct 20, 2023

Taking personal responsibility is key to achieving goals and growth. When we own our circumstances, we adopt empowered mindsets that enable positive change. By cultivating productive daily habits,...

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Closing The Intentions Gap Oct 06, 2023

When I started my self-employed journey in 2001, I would begin each day with grand ambitions of what I wanted to accomplish. I was going to set the world on fire! I had a long list of brilliant...

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The Relentlessly Simple Secrets to a Happy, Spectacular Day Sep 28, 2023

A growing body of research shows that happiness is not solely determined by external factors but also comes from within. Genetics, life circumstances, and relationships play a role, but science...

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One Week of Intentional Actions Sep 20, 2023

How many times have you longed for extra hours in your day or felt weighed down by the frantic pace of your life? It often feels like you're running endlessly on a treadmill - giving your all yet...

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The Terrible Mistake I Made and the Leadership Lesson I Learned Sep 15, 2023

It was the Sunday before Christmas, and we were mobbed at the Sharper Image store where I was working

The day had been a lot of fun, and the entire staff was in a good mood. All day the store...

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Making Big Decisions Fast with Relentless Simplicity Sep 13, 2023

We all face big decisions in our lives and businesses. Whether changing careers, moving to a new city, making a major purchase, expanding or reducing operations, or evolving your staffing model....

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Jimmy and Me - Work and Life Lessons from Jimmy Buffett Sep 06, 2023

For those readers who know me well, you know how deeply personal Jimmy Buffett's passing was. Of course, I had to share Jimmy with millions of his fans. Each person has their story. Here's mine and...

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Book and Lessons for Leaders and Staff Aug 31, 2023

My new book is now available on Amazon. (More retailers will come online soon.) While I had planned for a September 12th launch of my book, things sometimes go differently than planned. Running...

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Jumpstart The Day and Your Results Aug 23, 2023

Here are three Relentlessly Simple things you can do today to jumpstart things at work and in your personal life.

A Personal Performance Jumpstart

  1. Identify the one thing that gets in the way of...
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Micro-Tip: Doing Something Hard Aug 22, 2023

Today I am thinking about....well see the video! Thanks.

Doug

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Letting Go of R&R Aug 18, 2023

Don’t worry! There’s no way I would say to let go of rest and relaxation. Both are critical to recharge and reload to create more success and help others.

The R&R we must let go of...

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The One Micro-Goal That Nudges Employees Forward Aug 17, 2023

Leaders often look for big, bold actions to grow their teams. But small, daily nudges are more effective for influencing higher levels of employee behavior, performance, and results.

Here's a nudge...

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The Gift of Feedback Aug 10, 2023

Here is a chapter from my new book, The Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life) being released on September 12th

Whether in the workplace, within your social circles, or in personal relationships,...

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