Leadership for Regular People

We sometimes struggle to take action when we don't have all the facts. We like to wait until we've considered every possible challenge or identified every obstacle. If we're going to take meaningful steps to improve ourselves, we must be willing to take the first step even when we don't feel entirely ready.

Elijah Weaver is a personal trainer and writer who currently lives in Oklahoma City with his wife, Kayce. The love of wisdom and the pursuit of excellence is the pulse that animates his life and work. He is driven by the conviction that the riches and breadth of wisdom contained in the great books and traditions of the past speaks boldly to our modern day. Through his work as a trainer and writer, he tries to bring this wealth of knowledge to bear on the problems facing us today. You can learn more about him by following him on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Medium.

Grab a copy of my new book "Motivation for Regular People: Reframing Your Drive to Pursue Your Goals and Achieve Your Potential" today on Amazon. You can also read the introduction for free at this link: https://bradyross.com/blog/sneak-peek-introduction-to-motivation-for-regular-people.
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It's easy to feel like you're on top of the world when things are good or hopeless when things aren't going as well as you would like. We'll go further in life when we learn how to leverage setbacks and respond well to adversity. In the same way, there's also tremendous value in staying level-headed after a big win or accomplishment so that it doesn't derail our progress. 

Logan Lessar is a national motocross champion, business owner, and online coach. He empowers people to unlock their maximum potential by building the best version of themselves physically and mentally in order to push through adversity, eliminate the vices holding them back, and live a life that excites them daily. Learn more about Logan by following him on Instagram @logan_lessar.
Grab a copy of my new book "Motivation for Regular People: Reframing Your Drive to Pursue Your Goals and Achieve Your Potential" today on Amazon. You can also read the introduction for free at this link: https://bradyross.com/blog/sneak-peek-introduction-to-motivation-for-regular-people.
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Payton Minzenmayer was our guest on Episode Two. In this episode, Payton returns to share what he's learned from finishing his book and why he's passionate about helping people find their purpose. You can learn more about Payton's book at astoryonpurpose.com, and you can purchase your copy on Amazon on October 13th.

Grab a copy of my new book "Motivation for Regular People: Reframing Your Drive to Pursue Your Goals and Achieve Your Potential" today on Amazon. You can also read the introduction for free at this link: https://bradyross.com/blog/sneak-peek-introduction-to-motivation-for-regular-people.

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We all have systems, whether we realize it or not. The difference between successful and unsuccessful people comes down to how well your systems work for you. If you can clarify your purpose and define the identity you hope to embody, you’ll be well on your way to creating systems that lock in progress and make motivation easier to find.

Kerry-Ann T. Powell is a global business strategist, speaker, and champion of small and medium-sized businesses. She is passionate about helping business owners learn how to run their businesses smoothly and feel confident that they will thrive. Connect with Kerry-Ann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-ann-powell/.
Grab a copy of my new book "Motivation for Regular People: Reframing Your Drive to Pursue Your Goals and Achieve Your Potential" today on Amazon. You can also read the introduction for free at this link: https://bradyross.com/blog/sneak-peek-introduction-to-motivation-for-regular-people.

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If you feel like motivation eludes you, it's easy to feel powerless. However, you can always pursue greater awareness and clarity. Knowing how motivation works and understanding what motivates you will enable you to leverage your motivation in a way that helps you pursue your goals.

Lisa Sakai is a Financial Consultant who works with clients on Bucket List Acceleration and getting to live the life they want now. As the co-founder of One Vision Retirement, she has been working with clients across the country for over 12 years. Learn more about Lisa on her website at https://www.onevisionretire.com/.

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In life and leadership, there's always another level for us to pursue. If we're going to continue looking for ways to improve ourselves, we must first understand what motivates us and be willing to challenge our initial impressions.

Emily Sander is a C-Suite Executive turned Leadership Coach. She is the founder of Next Level Coaching and the author of "Hacking Executive Leadership" and "An Insider’s Perspective on the Chief of Staff." Learn more about Emily on her website at https://www.nextlevel.coach/.

Listen to Brady and Emily's conversation on Emily's podcast, "Leveraging Leadership," at this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-leverage-habits-goals-and-systems-to-achieve/id1686469864?i=1000614845662.

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High achievers are always looking for ways to optimize and improve their performance. Sometimes it can be frustrating when life throws trials at us that we don't expect or when we feel like many factors are outside our control. In these moments, we must remain aware of our potential and focus on what we can do to get started or keep going.

Adam Lucero was once stabbed three times in a movie theater. After waking up from an induced coma seven days later, he could hardly walk or talk. Since then, he's not only rebuilt his life, but he's become an expert in total human optimization. Learn more about Adam by following his Instagram account @adamlucero1 or by visiting his website at http://superhumanceo.com.

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Mark your calendars for November 14th!

My new book, "Motivation for Regular People," is scheduled to be released in just 76 days. You'll learn how to take control of your motivation so that you can consistently pursue the goals that are most important to you. I'll explore some of the most common misconceptions about motivation and reframe how motivation actually works so that you never have to feel stuck or demotivated again.

On today's bonus podcast episode, I'm going to read you the entire introduction. If you want to follow along, you can read the introduction here: https://bradyross.com/blog/sneak-peek-introduction-to-motivation-for-regular-people.

The book is available for pre-order NOW at this link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGRVWKB8. Please check it out and share with others who might benefit from reading!

As a parent, motivation can be hard to find. You may feel unsure about what role you’re supposed to take on, or you may not feel like you have time for yourself when you’re busy caring for your children and managing your family. With some fresh insight and subtle changes to your approach, it’s possible to find motivation to improve yourself while also being present and attentive to your kids.
Aaron Shelley lives in Utah with his wife and four children. He has worked with small businesses and startups where he developed a unique systems perspective on business and family. He and his wife have run the largest Irish Dance school in Utah for over 20 years. He has built multiple companies, consulted across multiple industries and helped raise $54 million as the COO of a technology company. You can learn more about Aaron on his website at https://thefamilyflywheel.com.
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In life, we can't control everything that happens to us. However, we can choose how we respond. Retaining this sense of agency helps us find ongoing motivation even when we feel frustrated about our circumstances.

Susan Gold is the author of “Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom.” Through her work, Susan shares her journey of abuse, addiction, and trauma in a way that encourages and empowers others. Learn more about Susan on her website at https://www.susangold.us/. 
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