Monday Morning Mojo

Not all questions are of equal value. "How much are you willing to spend" isn't only a bad question, it's offensive to many.

In this episode, Phil uses a recent buying experience to show the effective difference in how you ask for information during the discovery stage. Listen in to hear a better way to approach this process.

Resources:

Persimmon Golf Clubs - https://www.persimmongolf.co.uk/

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Have you ever watched a 'How to' video to learn something new?

In this episode, Phil shares a recent 'How to' video he used to make butter poached lobster. It's important to always be learning, but what's even more important is to apply what you learn. That's where the growth happens!

Resources:

Thomas Keller, owner of French Laundry in Napa, CA – How to video for Butter Poached Lobster - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8zj9Ix69ig

The Cirrus Corporation, makers of Piston and Jet Aircraft, tagline "Always be learning" - https://cirrusaircraft.com/about/

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In this episode, Phil reflects on a memorable trip he recently took with his youngest daughter, Ally. They crossed paths with a seventy-eight year old women during their zip-lining adventure who they will never forget.

When's the last time you did something for the first time? Step outside of your comfort zone, like Mammaw. Listen in to hear the full story.

Resources:

"For The First Time." Darius Rucker - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkZIF4mmztc

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Visionaries and dreamers can change the world, so it is important that we encourage and support them. The story of Amazon is a great example! In this episode, Phil challenges us to not simply ask questions or dissuade such ideas but to seek to understand them.

Resources:

Amazon - https://www.bbc.com/news/business-48884596

Jeff Bezos - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/20/science/bezos-blue-origin-space.html

Richard Branson - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/11/science/richard-branson-virgin-galactic-space.html

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The lesson in this episode is simple; be kind, be intentional, and love one another.

Listen in as Phil reflects on three people close to him who lived a life worth emulating.

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Today I had the opportunity to record the 500th episode of Monday Morning Mojo live. It was a unique honor to share this milestone with you, and I am grateful for all the support over these nearly 10 years. If you missed it, I invite you to watch a replay of the episode HERE. And a special thank you to the behind the scenes Cannon Financial Institute team, Sarah Jones and Dan Manske.

Resources:

Parody of "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" - The Proclaimers by Chris Nekvinda, PhD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=tbNlMtqrYS0

John Yackel, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Trucendent LLC - https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-c-yackel/

Shannen Fields, Film/TV Actress, Producer and Speaker - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannen-fields-87890b10/

Lewis Carroll, English Church Official, Author, and Mathematician - https://www.notablebiographies.com/Ca-Ch/Carroll-Lewis.html

Kyle McDonald, CEO at Argent Financial Group - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-mcdonald-59786a27/

Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/

Apple - https://www.apple.com/

Starbucks - https://www.starbucks.com/

Virgin Atlantic - https://www.virgin.com/virgin-companies/virgin-atlantic

Virgin Galactic - https://www.virgingalactic.com/

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Success is not possible without unsung heroes. In this episode, Phil shares the behind-the-scenes roles that four individuals have played in project's successes: an aerial photographer, a golf caddy, and the production team for this podcast. Who is an unsung hero you can acknowledge and thank? Listen in to hear what these four individuals and all unsung heroes have in common.

Resources:

Civil Air Patrol - https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

U.S. Open - https://www.usopen.com/

Jon Rham - https://www.pgatour.com/players/player.46970.jon-rahm.html

Adam Hayes - https://www.golfmonthly.com/features/the-game/jon-rahms-caddie-161815

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It's the first day of summer, and at the end of this week, we will celebrate the Fourth of July. In this episode, Phil shares the importance of finding common ground by using examples in history.

Tune in to hear the story behind why we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th.

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It's important to live in the moment, but all the while, you need to be also preparing for the future.

In this episode, Phil uses a personal example of buying a winter coat in the heat of summer to reiterate the advantages of preparing for the future. He also shares a lesson he learned from a movie.

Resources:

Scene referenced from Facing the Giants - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAxwS8KyMQQ

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Recently, Phil was a guest on the Secrets to Scale podcast where he talked about intrapersonal communications and their importance for creating scale and growth in businesses.

In this episode, Phil continues that conversation by exploring three ranges of communication skills. Where do you rank and how can you improve your skills? Listen in to find out!

Resources:

Secrets to Scale podcast, host Ali Jordan, Chief Operations Officer of LibertyFi, LLC - https://libertyfi.com/podcast/phil-buchanan-on-secrets-to-scale

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