When was the last time you were so focused on producing great work that you lost track of time? Athletes call this mental state being in ‘the Zone’ or the ‘sweet spot’; psychologists call it “flow” … [Read more...] about How to ‘Flow’ More and Stress Less
In the Zone
4 Easy Ways to Optimize Your Brain’s Performance
There has never been a time in the history of the human race that our brains have needed to perform as optimally as they need to today. A combination of the increase in perceived stressors, … [Read more...] about 4 Easy Ways to Optimize Your Brain’s Performance
A Better Target than Work-Life Balance
While for some, the concept of work-life balance is a reality or aspiration; for many leaders and high achievers it is a myth or false ideal. On those rare occasions that work -life balance exists, … [Read more...] about A Better Target than Work-Life Balance
Fear, Falsehoods and Failure
This statement by Walter White (Breaking Bad) is a good reminder that our fears are nearly always far worse than anticipated the reality. Fear stops so many from pursuing their dreams and designing … [Read more...] about Fear, Falsehoods and Failure
Beyond Time Management – Getting Things Done in 2015
“Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life." -Steve Jobs Continual Connection - Information Overload Time management strategies were developed at a time when people … [Read more...] about Beyond Time Management – Getting Things Done in 2015
Goals Serve a Purpose but this is Critical to Success
Legendary Coach John Wooden was well known for de-emphasizing winning and losing while focusing on effort and process. To some extent this may seem at odds with the teachings of countless ‘success’ … [Read more...] about Goals Serve a Purpose but this is Critical to Success