Monday Morning Mojo

Lyrics are powerful. In this episode, Phil shares the lyrics to two well known songs, "Defying Gravity" from Wicked and "Let It Go" from Frozen.

He encourages us to complete an exercise this week; listen in to hear more about it. When we let things go, we too can defy gravity.

Resources:

"Defying Gravity," Wicked, Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEq3xM-i0Ng

"Let It Go," Frozen, Idina Menzel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moSFlvxnbgk

Naval Ravikant, an Indian-American entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder, chairman and former CEO of AngelList - https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/6862186.Naval_Ravikant

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"There are two pains in life. There is the pain of discipline and the pain of disappointment. If you can handle the pain of discipline, then you'll never have to deal with the pain of disappointment." - Nick Saban, University of Alabama Head Football Coach

Life is hard, but perspective is everything. In this episode, Phil reminds us that we are in control of how we approach "the hard" in our life; we get to choose how we navigate the obstacles. Which hard path will you take this week?

Resources:

Quote by Nick Saban, Head Football Coach at the University of Alabama - https://247sports.com/Coach/3/Quotes/There-are-two-pains-in-life-There-is-the-pain-of-discipline-and--35837368/

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In this episode, Phil shares the effects of asking for and receiving advice from others. When we look to others for guidance, we learn something. Ask for advice this week; you will be amazed at the willingness of others to help and how that eventually helps you.

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It's been a year but as they say, "time marches on." We will continue to Persevere.

As Phil prepares for his family's Spring Break, he reflects on all the twists and turns of the past year: Pandemic, Protests, Progress, Politics, Polarization, and Prosperity. Listen in to hear more on these six "P's."

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A caution light in your car/plane, winter storms, the COVID-19 pandemic. Redundancy and back-up plans are a key part of a sustainable, thriving life.

Foresight to consider future obstacles and the ability to create continuing and recovery solutions are the marks of a thoughtful leader. The storm will come; be prepared. When it comes, yet you are still able to continue, then the work and value of foresight and planning will be truly realized. Are you ready?

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Being willing to share your successes and mistakes requires confidence and self-awareness.

Most of us have been so busy navigating the challenges of the last year that we've not had time to step back and reflect on what we've learned and share with others. In this episode, Phil challenges you and your team to do just that. In addition, he asks that you share with us what you learned so that we can share it with the Mojo community. Send us your responses at [email protected].

Resources:

Richard McSpadden, Senior Vice President of Air Safety Institute, "There I Was…" Podcast

https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/there-i-was-an-aviation-podcast/

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Anger is not a helpful emotion. This was the guiding philosophy for Herman J. Russell, entrepreneur, and founder of H. J. Russell & Company. He believed in the goodness of people.

In this episode, Phil shares an eye-opening analogy of how emotions are like a muscle. He leaves us with a challenge; Believe in the good of others. Gather in the middle. Find common ground. Listen in to hear more.

Resources:

Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell - https://www.pba.org/shows/building-atlanta-herman-j-russell-story/

Building Atlanta: The How I Broke Through Segregation to Launch a Business Empire - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/building-atlanta-herman-j-russell/1117219432

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*Disclaimer: This episode was recorded prior to the news regarding Jeep's decision to remove their Superbowl commercial.

How are you investing your "additional" time? With virtual conferences and meetings and the elimination of commutes to the office, we find more time on our hands.

In this episode, Phil reminds us to use our time wisely. Evaluate how you invested your time last year and consider how you can invest it this year to achieve even better results.

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Have you ever thought about how the first pilots to fly on a cloudy day felt? Leaders in this environment probably feel similar - frightened and know that there is a steep learning curve ahead.

In this episode, Phil uses instrument flying as an analogy for face-to-face business. The game has changed; has your strategy evolved with it?

Resources:

Gary Mangiofico, PhD - https://bschool.pepperdine.edu/academics/faculty/gary-mangiofico/

Nashville IMC Club, Chapter Leader Joe Creecy

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In this episode, Phil shares what he learned from Dr. Gary Mangiofico on a recent panel discussion hosted by the Association of Trust Organizations (ATO). Overall job satisfaction and motivation levels are down despite companies and employees' best efforts to prioritize communication. It's time to put employees first. Listen in to hear more.

Resources:

Association of Trust Organizations - http://www.trustorgs.com/custom/index.php

Gary Mangiofico, PhD - https://bschool.pepperdine.edu/academics/faculty/gary-mangiofico/

The Customer Comes Second, Hale Rosenbluth and Diane McFerrin Peters - https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-customer-comes-second-hal-rosenbluthdiane-mcferrin-peters?variant=32117595045922

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