Backstage w/ Matt Stone

In the latest example of a long tradition of trying to label each other, a company has created their own personality profiling tool that reduces employees to one of four colors. In a world of dehumanizing experiences, these well-worn workplaces tactics intended to "connect" are all too often a de-motivator. 

When we struggle for perspective, sometimes the way to keep something is to let go of it. 

The process of losing and gaining perspective is a rhythm that most everyone can relate to. Sometimes we need to look back to gain perspective on where we are on our journey. 

One way to measure our "productivity" is to see what percentage of our time is spent in connection with real people, helping them solve real problems. 

Any kind of creative journey includes many moments of uncertainty and a sense of disconnection from purpose--a loss of perspective. There is a simple way to create an anchor to your self and your purpose that can help you weather the volatility and storms when they come. 

Having a go-to service area that reminds you of who you are and the value you bring is critical to surviving the entrepreneurial journey. 

How do you know you've got a particular mindset? Look at your behaviors. (source cited: https://hbr.org/2016/01/what-having-a-growth-mindset-actually-means?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=hbr&utm_source=facebook&tpcc=orgsocial_edit&fbclid=IwAR1urFHM-E2RpCtDHgQ7b3PvSSOSyRFXT6GmNSLpL8RjXK8dUL789paWMyk)

A study shows that of 25,000 people who decided on a life change based on a coin flip, those who landed on change ended up much happier. (article reference: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/22/people-who-choose-change-more-satisfied-with-decision-study.html)

Repetition may be the mother of skill, but mere repetition of behavior is not enough to learn and grow at speed. 

Extending some grace to others almost always benefits the giver just as much.