I Love Process

The way of the world in the 21st century is to cull inefficiency. Our lives have impacted immeasurably by the ways technology has allowed for the disruption of what went on as business as usual. In this episode we tackle some of the realities that go along with this future of disruption. Enjoy.

Overtime, if we are serious with our desire to become better cooks something inevitably happens. Our recipes get better. Yet another thing is really interesting if we examine it. We claim from the onset of creating a functional dish. A dish that works. That we are capable of making the dish. A professional chef may not his head be grudgingly and can see that you didn't make it but have extreme reservation for calling it any parts good. Better recipe is my attempt at constructing words around a mindset essential for performing at high levels. Where we will again is not where we will all end up. If we except the standard that we discovered at the start we are doomed to repeat similar results. It is my desire for you to seek out ways to make your recipe better. Be that the recipe of your fitness, the recipe of your relationships, the recipe for filling your passion, your purpose, or any noble desire you hold.

In this episode, "1000 true fans," we explore this theory. Kevin Kelly founder of wired magazine initially published his thoughts on this idea. Within it he described that a fully engage thousand member of audience was capable of providing a years worth of income that was beyond starving artists criteria. With 1000 true fans that find extreme value in everything that you do, so much that they purchase every product, go to every show, want to be fully engaged, what's that worth? How do we build that sense of loyalty? If we discover how to build this system, then it's a perpetual well that we can continue to drink from our entire career. Join us as we explore this topic in Halftime Talks episode 105.

One of the most powerful additions to my personal arsenals this year has been the inclusion of 2 Week Experiments. This isn't a rigid experiment in the scientific sense but a loose and flexible process of testing out hypothesis for performance enhancement.

Are you worth two weeks of probing and searching to end up in a better place than you began. I've discovered that there are three valuable parts of the process.

1. The Preparation: This is where all the assumptions are put on the table. I find it to be the most valuable part of the process. It all begins with getting clear on what is important. That activity itself is worth it's weight in gold. Knowing the metrics for what value is going to serve me no matter what the results of the experiment yeild.

2. The Actual Experiment: This is where the rubber meets the road. How do my ideas play out in the wild. Was my why constructed solid enough to endure the winds of life. Dancing in the feedback will allow you to continue to tune into the preferred qualities and criteria. Over time your confidence will bloom.

3. The Review: This is the phase of reflection and contemplation. They say in three weeks you can acquire a habit. Are there any aspects you want to continue? If so it may be easier now than ever to adopt the habit. Understanding the value can inform so many all aspects of your life.

I'll admit some of my experiments are uncomfortable at first and require some getting used to. That discomfort is a treasure trove of valuable insight.

Are you willing to embark on an experiment that may position you to unlock more of your potential? I am. Good luck going forward.

Some day in the future we will inevitably look back at this season fondly for all it has provided. How often do we fondly look at our present? Knowing this will be a season we appreciate, can we appreciate it right now? Can we reach into our and savor the best it offers? We use the goal as the reason to enjoy it but all the great memories are what happens along the way. Be present to the magic of today. In this episode we look into exploring ways to enjoy it no while it's here.

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