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Focus Is the New IQ, and Almost No One Has It | Cal Newport Mar 13, 2019

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IT'S TIME TO DIGITALLY DECULTTER.
Very few of us have the courage to be alone.
When we are quiet and don’t distract ourselves, we have to face hard questions.
It can be scary.
Instead, we reach for our phones. We might be trying to fill a void, or we might just be addicted.
Technology is a lot like processed food. We want more and more, but we’ll never be satisfied.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about focus with someone who has famously never owned a social media account: Cal Newport.
Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University. In addition to academic research, he writes about the intersection of technology and society. He’s particularly interested in the impact of new technologies on our ability to perform productive work or lead satisfying lives.
Cal recommends building “fences” around our phones so that we’re not using them mindlessly all day.
So get ready to learn more tools to be more focused, present and creative on Episode 770.
Some Questions I Ask:
What do you recommend for people who are always connected to technology? (10:30)
How can we build stronger connections? (18:00)
What’s the void that we are trying to fill with social media? (24:00)
What’s more addictive: social media or smoking? (32:00)
How can you train your children to work at things (54:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How to train your focus (2:00)
The three benefits from being alone (8:00)
Why you need “analog” hobbies (30:00)
Why anxiety has risen in younger generations (32:00)
The reason Cal recommends 30 days away from technology (43:00)

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The Two Things at War in a Man: Love and Lust | DeVon Franklin Mar 11, 2019

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THE TWO THINGS AT WAR IN A MAN ARE LOVE AND LUST.
People today are struggling in relationships.
With social media, there are so many options.
Everything looks fresh and new and interesting.
Why would anyone be happy with just one person?
But when you’re constantly searching for the next best thing, you feel empty. You lack peace and satisfaction. And you miss out on what life is all about: love.
We have to practice discipline in dating in order to give and receive love.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about dating in mastery with an expert on relationships: DeVon Franklin.
DeVon Franklin is an award-winning film and TV producer, New York Times best-selling author, international speaker, and spiritual success coach. He’s been interviewed by Oprah, Dr. Oz, Steve Harvey, Dr. Phil, CNN, and featured in numerous radio, print, and online appearances.
DeVon explains how one of the biggest problems in relationships is the lack of honest communication. We need to be open about our feelings about our partners.
So get ready to learn how to put love in control of lust on Episode 769.
Some Questions I Ask:
How do you know when you’re with the right person? (8:00)
How do men think beyond sex? (14:00)
Do you know many successful men who are dating multiple women? (17:00)
How does your wife support you? (36:30)
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced while being married? (41:00)
Can you over-communicate in a relationship? (45:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why social media has amplified challenges for men in relationships (4:30)
How peace is the strongest barometer of your relationship (12:00)
Why women have to get out of the “grey area” when dating (21:00)
The reason it’s important to wait to have sex (23:00)
Why you have to heal internal pain (49:00)

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Tying Your Business to Charity Grows Both | Josh Bezoni Mar 08, 2019

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DOING MORE FOR OTHERS WILL ACTUALLY HELP YOUR BUSINESS.
Sometimes we get stuck after we get some success.
I even feel like I’ve hit an income ceiling.
How do we get to that next step?
There are some mindset hacks that can get you out of a rut. One of them is tying your business to charity.
For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Josh Bezoni where he shared the importance of having a charitable mission in your company.
Josh Bezoni is a nutritionist, best-selling author, leading health entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is the co-founder and CEO of BioTrust Nutrition, America’s #1 all-natural and premium e-commerce nutrition brand.
Josh and BioTrust have donated over 1.5 million meals for hungry children in need through their partnership with NoKidHungry.org. BioTrust donates a nutritious meal to a child for every order placed with the company.
He learned the importance of giving back early in life with his family, and it’s a lesson that has served him well in business.
Learn why it’s important to tie your sales goals to doing something good in Episode 768.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why giving people an opportunity to donate on your website helps sales go up (2:50)
Why you should tie your sales goals to giving back (3:12)
How charity work can help with recruiting (3:50)
How doing good can help you meet amazing people (4:23)
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Greg Louganis: Validation Is Redundant Mar 06, 2019

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VALIDATION IS REDUNDANT.
As many of you know, I didn’t have friends growing up. I couldn’t read and write until late high school. I was goofy and gangly. I got made fun of all the time.
Sports was something I could finally understand.
I was able to prove myself by what I could accomplish on the field.
But then I placed my self worth in what I could achieve in football. If I lost a game, I felt terrible. If I won, I felt great.
It was so unhealthy.
We need to be careful where we get our self-worth.
Instead of earning it through outside validation, we should get it from the kindness in our heart, the positivity that we bring, and who you are.
Learn to have unconditional love for yourself.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about self with the greatest diver in history who is also a great person and advocate: Greg Louganis.
Greg Louganis is simply the greatest diver in history. Today, as a speaker, author, actor, activist, humanitarian and designer, he continues his tradition of excellence.
Greg was the first openly gay diver in history. He is also HIV positive. He now uses his story to empower others.
So get ready to learn about the mindset of an Olympic champion on Episode 767.
Some Questions I Ask:
What was the greatest lesson you learned during the Olympic boycott? (8:00)
How would you approach your dives at The Olympics vs. practice? (12:00)
What was your first Olympic dive like? (16:00)
Were you driven to achieve because you were adopted? (20:00)
How do you cope with something like an HIV diagnosis? (40:00)
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced in your life? (48:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why Greg thinks the Olympic boycott may have been a blessing (4:00)
Why obstacles in training are important (9:00)
How to tap into inspiration as opposed to fear (17:00)
About Greg’s experience being HIV positive (35:00)
How imagination and visualization can help you succeed despite all odds (39:00)
The method Greg uses to teach visualization (1:00:00)
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Barbara Corcoran: Fire the Negative People First Mar 04, 2019

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YOU CAN'T FAKE IT.
Finding your career isn’t something you decide in your head.
You have to try lots of things. Put yourself in different environments.
Pay attention to what makes you happy.
Little by little, you’ll find the right path.
When you do, you’ll be unstoppable.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk about what makes a great entrepreneur with someone who knew she had found her calling once she became a realtor: Barbara Corcoran.
Barbara Corcoran is a Real Estate Queen, Shark Tank Shark, and Host of the "Business Unusual" Podcast. Barbara Corcoran’s credentials include straight D’s in high school and college and twenty jobs by the time she turned twenty-three. It was her next job that would make her one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country when she took a $1000 loan to start The Corcoran Group.
Barbara is famously brash and blunt, bold and courageous, and a brilliant identifier of opportunity and talent (often invisible to others).
She believes that the key to success in business is not the idea but the person. An entrepreneur's passion and drive can make or break a business.
So get ready to learn what makes a great entrepreneur on Episode 766.
Some Questions I Ask:
What’s the angriest you’ve ever been in your life? (11:00)
When did you learn to communicate so directly? (24:00)
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from being one of ten kids? (26:30)
When do you feel the most loved? (30:00)
What are the smart industries to go into right now? (45:00)
What three questions would you ask a potential buyer? (1:02:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What type of partnerships are the most successful (19:00)
Why guilt is the worst thing for a relationship (23:00)
The importance of social media in business (40:00)
The two qualities Barbara looks for in an entrepreneur (49:00)
What makes Donald Trump a good salesman (57:00)
What to do with profit you make in your business (1:11:00)

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Your Body Doesn't Work Like Anyone Else's Diet | Yuri Elkaim Mar 01, 2019

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THINK ABOUT YOUR LONG TERM HEALTH.
We all want great health.
But whose advice are we taking?
Often, we jump on the latest diet craze without figuring out if it’s the best thing for us.
Your body works differently than anyone else’s.
And these fad diets can have serious long term effects on your metabolism.
For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Yuri Elkaim where he shared how to find the optimum diet for you.
Yuri is a New York Times bestselling nutrition author, keynote speaker, trusted health and fitness expert, and leading business coach for other health and fitness professionals committed to growing their business and creating more impact in the world. Yuri simplifies the complex world of health and reduces your confusion with clear, actionable, and science-backed advice that cuts through the nonsense.
Yuri suggests finding people who are in your shoes to model your diet after. See what works for people in your same phase of life.
Learn how to reach maximum health in Episode 765.
In this episode you will learn:
Why it’s important to find a workout and diet works best for you (2:00)
Why a low-carb diet can hurt your thyroid (3:00)
The steps to find the perfect diet for your body type (4:30)
How your gender affects your diet (5:00)
Plus much more...

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His Daughter's Cancer Taught Him to Be Vulnerable | Devon Still Feb 27, 2019

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IT'S OK TO NOT BE OK.
So often we feel like we have to mask what we are going through.
We hide our fears.
We cover our scars.
But the adversity you face makes you a stronger person.
You’re not the only one who is battling something. The more vulnerable you can be about what you’re up against, the more other people will be able to support you. It’s going to take a team effort.
Don’t let a weak moment become a weak mindset.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with a former NFL player who is now tackling childhood cancer: Devon Still.
Devon Still is a professional athlete, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for childhood cancer awareness. He is also a former Houston Texan’s defensive end, a former Cincinnati Bengals’ defensive tackle, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, and a Penn State University All-American. Perhaps most importantly, he is Leah’s dad, helping her publicly “beat up cancer” and embarking on a pediatric cancer-fighting journey.
Devon shared that once he opened up about his daughter’s battle with cancer, the more love and connection he felt. He now wants everyone to be vulnerable about the storms they are facing.
He also knows the importance of having fun along the way.
So get ready to learn Devon’s lessons from the football field and life on Episode 764.
Some Questions I Ask:
What were the biggest lessons Joe Paterno taught you? (8:00)
How have you been able to reinvent yourself after football? (30:00)
What’s your mission moving forward? (33:00)
What’s your dream for your daughter in the next 15 years? (46:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
What it was like playing for Penn State during the Sandusky Trial (3:00)
The importance of visualizing your dreams (12:00)
About Devon’s daughter’s battle with cancer (14:00)
The biggest lesson Devon learned from football (23:00)
Why it’s important to be vulnerable (40:00)
How to appreciate the struggles life gives you (47:00)

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We're All Trying to Answer One Question: Why | Erwin McManus Feb 25, 2019

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“WHY” IS NOT AN EVOLUTIONARY QUESTION.
Growing up, I had more imaginary friends than real friends.
I would play games with myself to keep myself happy. I was very lonely.
I felt insecure.
But as I got older, I was able to find meaning and purpose. That allowed me to feel connected to the people around me.
We need to have hope and meaning. It’s what makes us human.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I dive deep into why humans are always searching for a “why:” Erwin McManus.
Erwin is an iconoclast, artist, and cultural thought leader known for his integration of creativity and spirituality. He is the founder and Lead Pastor of Mosaic, a Los Angeles based church of faith recognized as one of America’s most influential and innovative churches.
Erwin says that people who have false hope are actually better off than people who have no hope.
He became the person he is today when stopped using his imagination to hide from the world and started using it to create a better world.
So get ready to learn all about man’s search for meaning on Episode 763.
Some Questions I Ask:
Why do most conservative churches tell people to not express themselves? (7:27)
Did you grow up believing in God? (9:00)
If love is what we want, why do we suffer so much? (15:30)
What does it mean to be alive? (20:00)
What questions are you still seeking answers for? (29:00)
Why do we care so much about meaning? (39:00)
What are your core ideals and do they evolve? (58:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why many churches are stuck in the past (8:00)
The thing that sets humans apart from other animals (14:00)
How gratitude can help with depression and anxiety (22:00)
Why humans need hope and purpose (31:00)
Why you need to have a “psychologically diversified portfolio” (45:00)
How to take control of your inner world (50:00)

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You Can Be Confident and Humble at the Same Time | Brad Lomenick Feb 22, 2019

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THERE'S A BIGGER STORY.
When I started my book tour, people were always asking me, “How are you going to stay humble?”
It’s not easy.
When you start getting recognition, it can go to your head.
But you can’t share your message if you don’t believe in yourself.
It’s a balance.
You need to be confident but also know that it’s not all about you. You are a part of the story, not the whole thing.
For this Five Minute Friday, I revisited a conversation I had with Brad Lomenick where we explore the tension between confidence and humility.
Brad Lomenick is a renowned speaker, writer, leadership advisor, and founder of Blinc Consulting. He is the author of the groundbreaking book, The Catalyst Leader: Eight Essentials for Becoming a Change Maker, as well as his most recent leadership book, H3 Leadership: Be Humble, Stay Hungry, Always Hustle.
Brad says that the best leaders all have healthy ambition.
Learn how to dance the dance of humility and confidence in Episode 762.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
How to be confident and humble at the same time (00:50)
Why being too humble can be a bad thing (1:30)
How gratitude can help you stay humble (2:00)
The difference between confident humility and arrogant humility (3:00)
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Bubba Watson: Chasing Trophies Was the Wrong Path Feb 20, 2019

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ONCE YOU ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS, YOU HAVE TO CREATE NEW ONES.
Do you remember what you dreamed about when you were little?
So often, we get what we always wanted, and then we get greedy.
We start wanting more money and more recognition. But that stuff doesn’t make you happy.
It’s time to get your priorities straight.
Remember why you started in the first place.
On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with one of the best golfers in the world who is grateful just to be able to play: Bubba Watson.
Bubba Watson Jr. is a self-taught professional golfer who is a 12-time PGA Tour Champion. Bubba reached a career-high 2nd place in the Official World Golf Ranking.
Bubba is a famous golfer, but he feels the most loved when he is serving. The way he gives back to his community and helps others is truly inspiring.
He wants to be a hall-of-fame husband and dad.
So get ready to learn how to thrive by spinning your negatives into positives on Episode 761.
Some Questions I Ask:
When did you realize you had talent? (8:00)
Did you ever think you would be an Olympian? (16:00)
What did adopting kids do for your career? (22:00)
Do you think you would be as successful as you are now without your dad passing? (31:30)
What’s your biggest flaw? (39:30)
When do you feel the most loved? (43:00)
In This Episode You Will Learn:
Why golf isn’t about money for Bubba (11:00)
About Bubba’s new goal after he accomplished his 10-win PGA Tour goal (15:00)
How Bubba’s father’s sickness changed his perspective (28:00)
How to spin negatives into positives (35:00)
The importance of giving back (48:30)
What adoption means to Bubba (53:00)

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