Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert

Look at any part of your life in which you are consistently effective and you will find that certain habits help make that possible. In this podcast episode I share with you 7 daily practices that will help you live with purpose and enjoyment. It's not about how high you jump, but how straight you walk. Consistency beats intensity any day of the week.

Most people deal with a lack of confidence, not over-confidence. But lack of confidence hinders: - your ability to perform at your best - your willingness to try new things - your ability to bounce back strong from difficulties In this content-packed, 20-minute episode, I share with you 7 practical ways you can build a healthy self-confidence. Competence AND Confidence are the key ingredients to peak performance.

Planning and knowledge don't mean a thing if you don't execute. Action is everything.

Many managers today tolerate poor behaviors and attitudes because of the tight job market. But this hurts the organization's culture and discourages high performers. In this episode, I share why you should step into difficult conversations and address problem behaviors and attitudes.

You have to make a decision; Do you want to impress others or impact others? True happiness and fulfillment come from making a positive difference in the lives of others. In this podcast episode, I share 3 practical ways you can become a person of influence. Other people need you to step up big.

The good thing about life is that it comes at us one day at a time. Do your best to live in day-tight compartments. Focus on living each day well. In this episode, I share with you 3 simple ways to set yourself up for success every day.

We work best and are happiest when we are on a mission. When we are working toward something important to us. There is joy in the journey. There is fulfillment in living with intent and purpose. In this podcast episode, I share 3 Powerful Reasons to Set Goals. No one achieved greatness by wandering around.

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A few years ago, Apple was worth more than any company in the world. And you could fit all of their products on a normal-sized table. In this episode, I share three ways you can get lean and mean in several areas of your life.

Communication is life's most important skill. If you become a great communicator, you can rapidly improve every area of your life. Clear communication enhances your influence, your marketability, and your relationships.

In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to become a clear, confident, and compelling communicator.

Key Points

1. Be Clear2. Be a Simplifier3. State Your Purpose Up Front4. Layout the Agenda5. Speak in the Positive6. Use the Rule of 37. Use Stories, Analogies, and Quotes8. Focus More on How Than What9. Use Full Sentences in Email10. Read Your Emails Out Loud Before Sending