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YEL 033 - THE UNTOLD TRUTHS OF REAL GAME CHANGERS Dec 23, 2016

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What's a game changer?

The word is thrown around so loosely these days that I want to take a moment to define the traits and truths of real game changers. I used to think of game changers simply as “the best in the world at what they do”. However, it is not that simple and one-dimensional. Over the years, I've come to realize that some people who have achieved tremendous success and significantly impacted their industries weren’t happy. Amid the noise and excitement of excelling, there's a lot of ironies and untold truths about these mislabeled game changers. The one that cuts really deep for me is when an individual has massive success without fulfilment. This is the ultimate failure.

This realization compels me to overhaul the prevailing definition of a game changer. Being a game changer is not just wanting to make money or retiring at a young age. It’s not even about changing your industry or disrupting the market. Real game changers are people who are committed to improve themselves daily and bettering their best, with the ultimate goal of leaving a legacy and serving something a lot bigger than themselves. With this focus, you can find true happiness and live a fulfilling life.

To become a real game changer, you have to 1) spark your own fire: 2) connect with people who will push you to up your game; 3) understand and articulate your message; and 4) develop leaders who conform to high standards of excellence.

Join Markado and I as we talk about how you can become the best version of yourself while keeping your values intact, enjoying a world class lifestyle, and contributing to the success of others. Discover the winning traits that I've studied and emulated in the last 15 years and learn how you can adopt these traits in your own journey into becoming a real game changer and building your own legacy.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

The importance of knowing yourself and why you need to be relentless in discovering who you really are.
How to build a circle of influence that will support your growth and cut your learning curve in half.
How to understand, own and articulate your message by mastering relevant marketing and audience engagement strategies.
How to find, attract, and develop other excellence-driven people who will complement you and your weaknesses

Quotes:

"Game changers know themselves" - Peter Voogd

"Plans fail, movements don’t"- Peter Voogd

"Game changers are so on purpose onto a movement or a mission"- Peter Voogd

Question:

What's the one thing among the four traits that you want to go all in on?

Are you ready to take your life & business to the next level?

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YEL 032 - HOW TO BECOME AN ELITE PERFORMER AND REACH THE NEXT LEVEL OF SUCCESS FT. TIM GROVER Dec 01, 2016

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What is it like to be around some of the most incredible athletes in this generation? What does it take to get them to the next level? I’m fortunate to have legendary trainer Tim Grover on the show where he discusses his motivations, his philosophy, and how he got elite athletes like Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Charles Barkley, and Michael Jordan to continuously improve on already unmatched performances.

Here’s the rub. I also ask Tim how workers, entrepreneurs and business owners can similarly upscale their game.

In our in-depth conversation on what defines greatness, Tim -- who wrote the phenomenal book, “Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable” -- shares his ideas and some tactical tips on how to stand out, the best way to cultivate a relentless spirit, and what we should take out of the successes we achieve.

Tim has the unorthodox view that work-life balance is unrealistic, especially among the top 1% of performers who perennially chase perfection. At the highest levels, something has to give. That means you have to set your priorities right and surround yourself with the right people who will support your vision of excellence.

You’ll be surprised and intrigued by Tim’s other views on how to become a superstar in your niche. So I invite you to listen to this podcast, glean the nuggets of wisdom that resonate with your personality, and urgently act on the ones that will get you to the next level.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to tell if you're a cooler, a closer or a cleaner.
The non-negotiable that each individual must work on, on a regular basis.
That to watch out for when you are in the right mindset.
The importance of having the right people in your inner circle.
The best way to recover from a high-level performance.

Quotes:

“You cannot own success, you can only rent success."

“Push beyond what other normal individuals can do”

“All human beings are wired differently not only physically but mentally."

Question:

What will it take for you to become better at your game? What are you willing to sacrifice to deliver it?

YEL 031 - HOW TO MOVE FORWARD AND GAIN MOMENTUM Nov 25, 2016

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The average millionaire has seven streams of income. In contrast, the average person has more sources of debt than revenue.

If you’re on the bad side of this equation, then it’s time to flip reality on its head and move forward. Peter Voogd moved from being broke to breaking the mould, becoming an authority on millennial entrepreneurship after bagging a string of successes across many business sectors. Austin Netzley moved forward from a middle class upbringing in the cornfields of Ohio to become a textbook definition of “beating the odds”. Saddled with $80,000 in student debts, Austin entered the corporate world, paid his debts within three years, and “retired” at the age of 27. Both of them have been featured in leading publications to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

In this podcast, Peter Voogd and Austin Netzley share how they achieved consistent success in their businesses and personal lives. These two elite entrepreneurs have several things in common but three stand out:

There was a point in their lives when they badly wanted to achieve more but had no idea how to do it.
They actively searched for answers everywhere until they reached a point of clarity about who they are and what they want to be, building a core vision in the process.
They acted passionately on that vision.

Incidentally, they also agree that, “only by moving forward will you gain momentum and become unstoppable.” Neither of them had much to begin with, whether in financial capital or business knowledge. All they had was a strong motivation to become more than they were. But it was enough to get them to move forward.

You don’t need to know everything to be able to take the first step. You just need to move -- step by tiny step if necessary -- towards your vision, and you’ll learn about the things you need along the way.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

The practical steps two elite entrepreneurs took to become millionaires in their twenties.
Why trying to impress people won’t take you very far.
How generating value while being yourself can help you achieve freedom and build a meaningful legacy.
Some core resources that can help you start a thriving business.
Why sustaining entrepreneurial success requires having multiple streams of income.
How to break down an ambitious goal into smaller but achievable tasks.
How to cut the learning curve to success in half.
The core principles behind the bestselling book, Six Months to Six Figures

Quotes:

“Don't fear people and drop the need to be liked”

“The ultimate power is knowing your strengths & weaknesses”

“Dreams are nothing without actions”

Questions:

How can you blast through these roadblocks (like others have done) and move forward to gain momentum?

YEL 030 - HOW TO GET THROUGH TOUGH TIMES Nov 17, 2016

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Bad things happen. It’s only a question of when, how bad, and whether you’re resilient enough to ride through a bad time.

As you move through life, there’ll be moments of frustration, anger, and discouragement. You had a flat tire on the way to an important meeting. Mortgage rates just went up. A new and aggressive competitor nabbed some of your valued clients. You got fired from a dream job. Your partner wants to break up the relationship. Site traffic is low. Your cat got bitten by a nasty poodle.

So what do you do when times are tough? Do you give in to rage or disappointment? Or do you ignore them as if nothing happened?

How people react to adversity is a good test on whether they are geared up for success. Winners roll with the punches and bounce back with a determined and positive outlook. Losers wallow in their pain (real or imagined) and refuse to take the next step moving forward.

The best way to handle tough times is to face it with what I call “mental toughness.” Your mindset is your best armor when things don’t go your way. To help you build mental toughness, I’ve developed the Focus 5 Activity that I recommend you perform every three to four weeks. This activity helps fill up your core with things that uplift your attitude (gratefulness, pride) and things that motivate you to act on your goals (excitement, results).

In this podcast, we’ll get into the details on how you should perform this 15-minute activity, which I guarantee will help you build a winning mindset that can handle even the toughest of times.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

A practical technique to improve your attitude and stay motivated.
How to build your confidence through simple mental exercises.
How to use personal goals to drive business results.
Why being psychologically prepared helps you lift your career or grow your business.

Quotes:

“Once you get into the place of gratitude then you're gonna really pinpoint what you're proud of”

“Think of 5 things that you are proud of that you can feel excited when you look at”

“One of the deaths of all dreams and ambitions is complacency”

Questions:

What is your first reaction when something negative surprises you?

YEL 029 - RISE AND GRIND: HOW YOU SPEND 24 HOURS MATTERS Nov 10, 2016

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Everyone has 24 hours to spend in a day. But the one thing that differentiates successful and influential people from those who perennially struggle is the way they spend their hours. It starts the moment you ought to wake up. If you hit snooze all the time, you’ll end up working for somebody who doesn’t.

To be a game changer, to live the best life you can possibly have, and to get results, you have to rise and grind. You simply have to hustle. After all, time is your most valuable resource and how you view and use it determines whether you’ll achieve success, freedom and fulfilment.

Don’t end up like people who hold a sorry bag of regret through retirement age. People who lived their lives according to the expectations of others, wasting all their precious hours on things they disliked or those that distract them from reaching their goals. If you live day to day like most people who just let circumstances control their lives, you’ll be in a very bumpy ride without getting an inch closer to your dreams.

To succeed, live on your own terms by consciously spending time on the things that matter most to you. Build habits of excellence by doing more to become more.

Never let a day go by without producing value. You can reinforce a critical skill, maximise an experience, give something back to the community by volunteering, or learn an important life or business lesson. The secret sauce is to consider the time you spend as an investment for personal or professional growth.

In just about six minutes, I’ve distilled the steps you need to do all that. And I invite you to listen closely to the bite-sized podcast.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to begin your day with purpose
Why saying you don’t have time is the excuse of whiners, mediocre performers, and people who chase the wrong priorities
How to spend each 24-hour day to get you closer to your goals
Why cutting the time spent on distractions such as TV, games, unnecessary naps, and social media will help you save time for more valuable activities

Quotes:

"Live life on your terms."

"It is not about time management, it is about self management."

"Grind over security and hustle over being comfortable."

Questions:

What's something very important to you that you want to spend more time on?

YEL 028 - HOW TO BUILD REAL VALUE & BECOME UNSTOPPABLE Nov 03, 2016

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What single thing differentiates successful entrepreneurs from people who constantly struggle to make a mark?

Value. Entrepreneurs with a winning mindset give a ton of premium to value. They work full throttle to continuously make themselves and their products more valuable. These elite entrepreneurs persistently develop skills and habits that make their personal brand more valuable than others. They always go beyond what is expected to give their audience or customers that “added value” by crafting products or services that prominently stand out in a competitive market.

Value involves hard work, not loose talk. Anyone can say, “this is my goal and I will achieve it.” But not everyone has the grit and perseverance to actually do it. Hence, value resides in execution and implementation, never in baby talk. You can only generate value by going beyond expectations and taking the road less traveled. Reading a book will give you great ideas. But mere reading is easy. Real value happens when you act on the ideas you’ve learned. Similarly, going to seminars is expected of entrepreneurs. Anybody can do it. But winners go the extra mile by doing things other people can’t or won’t do. When you attend seminars, go out of your way to meet people, help ease their pain points, and build meaningful networks. That’s one way to generate real value.

So let’s have a quick talk about what real value is. We all know that if you are good enough, you will always find the means to make money or be successful. The problem with most entrepreneurs these days is that they focus on the wrong things. They want to take credit for things that are basically expected of them. Real value goes beyond that. Real value involves tough challenges that dissuade most people from ever doing anything.

Let's define what will bring value to your life right now. How would you know it? Listen as I get to the bottom of how to add value to your personal brand and become unstoppable.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to develop a value-focused mindset
What the baby effect is and why you should avoid it
How to determine the un-required things that you must do to get to the next level
How to find the hidden value in your daily actions

Quotes:

“If anyone can do something it's not very valuable.”

Let your execution and results do all the talking.”

“Focus on one or two things that you think are the most valuable in your life right now”

Question:

What's the one that's holding you back from becoming really valuable and unstoppable?

YEL 027 - ART OF THE HUSTLE Oct 27, 2016

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Think the world owes you something? No. You're not entitled to anything without hard work. On the contrary, you owe the world your best, and it's time to grind. Grind isn't a destination, it's daily work. Everyone needs to put on their working caps not only to put food on the table but also to earn favorable credentials as productive members of the community. Anyone who’s able to grind but doesn’t is a burden to everybody else.

But there’s more to life than the daily grind. And it’s called the hustle. Hustling is grinding on steroids. But to get high, hustlers don’t use drugs. They use strategic thinking, smart processes, goal setting, value generation, and positive psychology. Vibe to the art of the hustle as I give you ideas and pointers to take your game to the next level.

Respect the hustle and results will follow. Here’s how: Forget inspiration and focus on habit. Your success depends more on habit than on inspiration because good habits consistently deliver results, whether you are inspired or not. In contrast, inspiration comes only once in awhile and you won’t get anywhere relying on something that’s not always there. Habits are part of you and pretty much work like an instinctive process. Imagine being on auto-mode with your destination set for success. That’s how hustling works and it takes new habits to hustle your way through your school work, career, business, or personal life.

Here are some strategic habits to 10x your results and stay ahead of the competition.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to determine and prioritize the activities that give you the highest value.
How to be in your own reality and set personal standards so that you always hit the ground running.
How to connect with people who share your values and motivations.
How to be selective on the content you consume.

Quotes:

“The grind is what separate you from competition”

“The biggest inspiration of all is seeing real results and progress”

“The grind doesn't stop for those looking to reach greatness”

Questions:

What high value activity should you be focusing on?

YEL 026 - HOW TO SELL YOURSELF Oct 20, 2016

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How do you stay focused? Are you actively taking steps to ensure you never procrastinate again? A lot of people complain about not achieving their goals and putting off the important things they should be focusing on. What's the problem? They've never sold themselves on the thing they're trying to do.

You are your own culprit. You must accept the fact that you are the only one blocking your path to success.

Markado and I give a quick, tactical list of three simple ideas that will ensure you get your results quicker by selling yourself on what you're trying to accomplish. Cut your learning curve in half by getting out of your own way by focusing on just three things.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to focus on goals that connect to your vision and higher purpose and let your results to the talking
Questions you need to be asking yourself to set the criteria to make sure that what you're doing is the right thing for you.
Identify activities you're not completely sold on so you could stop doing them.

Quotes:

"If you procrastinate you haven't sold yourself.”

“When you are fully obsessed with one thing, time is irrelevant.”

“Stop doing things you are not completely sold on.”

Questions:

What do you need to sell yourself on? And what do you need to sell yourself off?

YEL 025 - HOW TO BUILD A LIFE SURROUNDED BY POSITIVE VIBES Oct 13, 2016

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Is it possible to have a life that's surrounded by only good, positive vibes? It is, even in this selfish society, but it can only be purposely created by YOU. If you're tired of all the negativity that surrounds you, listen to this episode as I tell you how to get in the groove of a life with only positive vibes.

Building greatness and living an extraordinary life starts with the standards you set for yourself - what you accept in your life. How do you set quality standards in the face of mediocrity and daily opposition to your dreams? Find out how you can stay true to who you are and learn to attract and keep the people who align with you and your values.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to stay authentic and real while being surrounded by fear, doubt and negativity.
Stop fearing the opinion of people and live the life that you deserve.
Build an inner circle that will support you as you take your journey to greatness.

Quotes:

"The only with a thrive and rise above the noise is to be authentic and real" - Peter Voogd

"Stay fearless in everything you do" - Peter Voogd

"Don't let opinions drown out your real potential" - Peter Voogd

Question:

What action steps will you take to build a life surrounded by positive vibes?

YEL 024 - THE ULTIMATE WEEKLY, MONTHLY & QUARTERLY REVIEW Oct 06, 2016

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Periodic reviews help you chart the smartest route to success. They help you get your bearings, determine progress, set new goals, and plan your next moves. Without accurate and regular reviews of their business performance, entrepreneurs will have no way of knowing how they stand in their niche, making it more difficult to set and reach targets.

Reviews cover a lot of ground: your cash flow, social media numbers, new learnings, new relationships, and even failures and frustrations. A monthly review might help you determine how much growth your business has achieved over the prior period, while a weekly review might tell who among your new contacts are worth building valuable relationships with.

In this podcast, Markado and I will share our tactical monthly and weekly review parameters and discuss how recalling the highs and lows in a given period brings out valuable insights. We’ll show you how to use your week’s biggest lessons and realizations, top wins as well as frustrations in setting reasonable goals and achieving them. We’ll also dive deep into the questions that you should be asking yourself regularly, questions that lead to tremendous improvements in your career, business, and personality. the weeks ahead.

We all need to take some time to sit down, take stock of things, and plan ahead. Listen to this episode to discover the things to focus on as you review the last period and formulate strategies for the next.

In this episode, you will learn . . .

How to determine if you're adding value to the market
The primary criteria for making decisions on who to connect, network and surround yourself with
How regular reviews help prevent negative surprises in your business
Why being adventurous and keen to explore new things and places benefit your life
The importance of crafting periodic reviews that are relevant to your business, values, and aspirations

Quotes:

Don’t get caught off in a drudgery of everyday, day to day doing the same thing" - Peter Voogd

"It's impossible to have two bad months" - Peter Voogd

"If you take care of your months, your years take care of themselves"- Peter Voogd

Question:

What are your top four goals for this month?