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Talk about a curveball! My website crashed recently, and as the initial wave of panic subsided, it struck me – here was an unexpected opportunity for growth. As I rolled up my sleeves to rebuild everything from scratch, I realized the power of resilience and determination. Journey with me as I share how overcoming this significant setback became a source of unexpected creativity and possibility, and the valuable life lessons this experience has taught me.

Ever had to start all over? In the second part of this episode, we dissect the importance of having contingency plans and the value of starting afresh. Drawing lessons from the rubble of my crashed website, I discovered that sometimes, the best results can come from a complete reset. Let's explore how setbacks, loss, and starting anew can, surprisingly, open up paths you never thought possible. Tune in, and let's learn how to turn loss into gain together.

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Just how does your view of the weekend shape your entrepreneurial mindset? Join me, David A Specht, as we delve into this intriguing question. We’ll explore the distinct perspectives of entrepreneurs—who see the weekend as prime time for idea-development and planning, and non-entrepreneurs—who view it as a mini-vacation. But don't be quick to label one as better than the other. This exploration is not about judgment but clarity. So, let's decode what your weekend plans reveal about your entrepreneurial spirit.

Personal growth isn't a one-dimensional process. It’s not just about your mind or body—it’s equally about your spirit and relationships. In the second part of our discussion, we'll talk about the transformative role of health coaching in catalyzing personal growth. Taking control of one area of your life can stimulate positive changes in other spheres. Here's an invitation to you: head over to speckhealth.com, fill out a free health assessment, and learn more about our holistic approach to health. Let's embark on this journey of taking control of our lives together.

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Ever felt that Mondays are the worst? What if I told you that the 'Monday blues' is a myth we've created? I'm David A Specht, here to debunk the common belief that Mondays are dreadful and share how we can turn this around. I explore our conditioning around Mondays and discuss how disconnecting completely from work over weekends can add stress to our week's start. Listen in for some actionable tips on how to plan ahead, integrate your work into your life framework, and make your Mondays productive and stress-free.

In this thought-provoking episode, I throw light on how our brain filters what we focus on, using the concept of the reticular activating system. I illustrate how by reframing our thoughts about Mondays, we can significantly change our experiences. No more starting the week with a bad taste, as I share a step-by-step plan to kick-start your Monday mornings, including creating a detailed action plan for the first four hours of your workday. By integrating your work and personal life, you will see how Monday can be another opportunity for growth and productivity. Let's stop dreading Mondays together and start embracing them as a fresh start to a successful week.

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Ever wonder how the simple shift in mindset can revolutionize your business? As a former Uber employee, I've seen firsthand how businesses often view their employees - as mere cogs in a corporate machine. Through this episode, I urge you to discard this mechanistic view and instead, consider your employees as individuals with their unique challenges and needs. I share my insights on how to infuse more humanity into your systems, and to those in the service industry, I encourage you to think bigger and voice your ideas for improvement.

Shifting gears, we dive into the concept of promoting humanity and collaboration in business and life. From the CEO to the consumer, I emphasize the necessity of looking out for one another and the potential benefits of a little sacrifice from all sides. We also navigate the tricky waters of inflation and consumer expectations, discussing how the days of the $2.99 Happy Meal are over and that we must be willing to pay more for better service. Whether you are a business owner, employee, or consumer, this episode offers valuable insights and tips to help you nurture a positive mindset and foster humanity in all you do. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the role of mindset in business and life.

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Beginning with a captivating detail, this podcast episode featured David Specht and Joshua D. Smith discussing the importance of relationships, having an open mindset, and the commonalities of people that David serves in his life coaching business, Your Speaking Voice LLC. David helps people to find their voice, passion, and purpose, and to become the best version of themselves. Joshua provides life coaching, professional development, and public speaking coaching services. The two discussed Joshua's journey of overcoming false diagnoses, stigmas, and attitudes from teachers and principals, and how he eventually reached a breaking point on his 33rd birthday. They also discussed how David was struggling with mental health issues and how he eventually opened his business to help others. The episode concluded with David encouraging the audience to like, follow, and subscribe and reminding them that "applied knowledge is power".

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On today's show, David tells the story of an encounter with a couple of people impacted by his book, "Old Dogs New Tricks Version 2.0." It was a random encounter that reminded him the importance of "Telling your story." He also showcases a new community for writers who want to write and publish their own book.

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In this podcast, David Specht encourages listeners to take action and face their fears, as there may be something enjoyable and satisfying on the other side. With 30 plus years of leadership and coaching experience, Specht shares his own story of how he overcame his fear of the unknown by taking on a side hustle as an Uber driver. He suggests gaining knowledge, strengthening numbers by finding someone to walk the walk with you, and knowing who you are and that you can do hard things. He encourages us to identify the one thing we know we should have started by now, but haven't due to fear and anxiety, and to take action and kick fear in the face. Specht reminds us that on the other side of fear and anxiety is satisfaction and joy, and urges us to go after the week with everything.

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Beginning with the revelation that we are closer to 2024 than 2022, this podcast encourages listeners to reflect on their goals and plans for the year and make adjustments if they are not where they want to be. 

Host David Specht emphasizes the importance of making halftime adjustments in order to finish the year strong and encourages listeners to visit his website, davidaspecht.com, to learn more about his book and where to find it. He suggests striving to be the best version of oneself in job, relationships, and life, and draws on wisdom from the Bible to help people reach their goals. He also recommends using the calendar year to measure progress and urges people to decide if this year is as good as it's going to get. 

Applied knowledge is power, and Davidaspecht.com is the place to like, follow, and subscribe.

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Join host David Specht as he invites Jim Morris, founder of Impact Social Events, in this inspiring episode of Keep This In Mind. Jim shares his heartwarming life story and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset in overcoming life's difficulties. They exchange insights on overcoming personal setbacks and offer valuable advice to entrepreneurs trying to navigate the business landscape. Jim talks about Impact Social Events, a platform that aims to connect like-minded individuals and share emotional support, and encourages listeners to follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and his website. The episode closes with David thanking Jim for his time and urging the audience to apply Jim's lessons to their own lives. Tune in to this podcast for an engaging, insightful conversation on mindset, relationships, and entrepreneurship.

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Looking to explore some mindset strategies that could improve your finances? Tune in to the "Keep This in Mind" podcast hosted by David Specht, where he shares insights and interviews fascinating guests with varying expertise. In the latest episode, David welcomes tax strategist Dwight Dye to talk about how you can tweak your mindset around taxes to go from filing and paying taxes to partnering with the US Government. 

They discuss various mindset shifts needed to leverage other income avenues and opportunities, ultimately building wealth and mitigating taxes. Dwelling deeper into the tax system, the two discuss the government's incentives for certain behaviors through the tax code and how it affects W2 earners vs. business owners. 

The conversation then takes a turn to Robert Kiyosaki's book, "Rich Dad Poor Dad," and explores the four quadrants of finance. The duo suggests establishing a side hustle, such as driving for Uber, to reduce self-employment taxes, then creating an S Corp or LLC to minimize taxes. Their ultimate goal? Developing investments in real estate or stocks to build wealth. 

Throughout the podcast, David emphasizes the importance of tax planning and strategies for people looking to save more money. He also differentiates a tax strategist versus a CPA and provides a landing page where you can schedule an appointment. So, what are you waiting for?

 New to tax planning or an expert, this podcast is sure to provide you with valuable insights and strategies to work with the government, leverage on the tax system, and ultimately, make the most of your money!

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