Backstage w/ Matt Stone

A big leap journey includes many unforeseen frustrations along the way. Playing the long game is a way to allow for unforeseen challenges and not be derailed by them. 

Sometimes accelerating toward my goal requires recognizing what I'm actually doing. 

A new week begins with a fresh perspective after a huge reset over the weekend. 

Weekends offer a great opportunity to reset our perspective about the people we work with, if we know the right question to ask ourselves...

Meet Shannon Hernandez -- founder of Joyful Business Revolution and Business Growth Strategist for coaches and consultants. In this long-form video version of the daily Accelerate w/ Matt Stone Podcast, you'll hear Shannon's big leap story from public school teacher to thriving entrepreneur. She shares the about the pivotal moment when she knew it was time to leap, and the strategies and support she used to navigate her way to the purpose-drive and profitable business of her dreams. For anyone considering a big leap, this is a conversation not to be missed! ***Video version also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4y07hYP5zG8

The Arnold Schwarzenegger story is a great example of how no one is self made, and how we all can be grateful for the teachers, mentors, and supporters that get us to where we are and help us accelerate toward our potential. 

Decision fatigue is real, and when contemplating or executing a Big Leap, lack of routine can slow you down. Routines are critical for acceleration and can add joy to your day. 

It is important to remember that if we want something we've never had before, we need to do things we've never done before. 

It's time to step away from our desks and our big leap projects to get perspective and let new insights emerge while we recharge. 

We've all heard the phrase "what gets measured gets managed," but a big leap requires rigorous honesty because what gets acknowledged gets fixed.