On the Mic! W/ Ray White

Don't give up on your dream and your calling! I wanted to be the next Ryan Seacrest... (and I still got time).  

You were meant to live out that dream you've been given. You have to find a way to navigate the challenges to still reach your calling!  

Let's ponder together: What can you do to stay the course towards your goals?

You can watch this episode and the full series of Pondering on the Patio on YouTube!

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Quit running up against barriers without evaluating why there's a barrier there!  

You keep pushing forward through problems thinking that it will get better the more effort you give. 

But sometimes you might have to take a step back to see if there is another way.  

Forcing the effort could lead you to burn out quickly!  

Let's ponder together: When I experience adversity, do I need to switch up my tactics to reach my goals?

You can watch this episode and the full series of Pondering on the Patio on YouTube!

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Ain't no time like the present! Let's have fun with the process!  

Start with what you have and iterate as you go. You have a chance to make today better than yesterday.   

If you are an overthinker or perfectionist, this episode is for you! 

Let's ponder today: What do you need to start taking action on today? What is holding you back from starting?

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There are lessons everywhere, especially outside of your own industry! When we study the successes, blueprints, and perspectives from other disciplines, we can find ways to tailor those lessons to the initiatives we are doing today.   

This episode ponders the various industries I pull from to help me be a better leader and creative.  

Let's ponder together: What are your source of inspiration? How are you leveraging it towards your work?

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I love it when my kids start expressing themselves. Especially when it comes to how they engage with work! Honestly, I don't blame them for complaining that the work is hard... But what if we had a different viewpoint on work itself?  

This patio ponder explores what would happen if we viewed the concept of labor differently.   

Let's ponder together: What are your thoughts on labor and work? What tactics do you use to keep yourself engaged?

You can watch this episode and others through the Pondering On The Patio series on YouTube!

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Shout out to Joseph Jackson for being on the mic!

Joseph's mantra, "Being the Light," shines on his journey as we track the lessons he learned as a college athlete, teaching in Tokyo, transitioning into Healthcare, and being a family man. It was a fun conversation with some fire gems and laughter!

Be sure to tap in with Joseph on social media!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_jackson77/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephJackson7

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephdanieljackson/

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Is there a difference between happiness and gratitude?  

This reflection comes from the latest Marvel Movie: Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.   

Let's ponder together: What are your thoughts between happiness and gratitude?

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Life is not easy. 

We should have practices that help us be resilient to navigate through its challenges. Yet, could some of the adversities be avoidable? Are we learning from our mistakes? Are we uprooting the issues that are causing us to be resilient in the first place?  

There is a growing conversation for us to examine how the systems/institutions we are a part of help or hinder our ability to be strong. Also, these life events impact each person differently, so a blanket statement to "just be resilient" will not work for the person most significantly impacted.  

Let's ponder together: What do we need to do to not perpetuate the reasons to be resilient?

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There is so much pulling in our world that is pulling on our time, how do we prioritize where we need to be? 

Take a moment to self-reflect on the type of presence and impact we want to have in the world!   

Let's ponder together: Where do you want to be and why? Let me know in the comments!

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We all experience #selfdoubt. But have #hope!  

On this #OTMRewind, I want to present to you 5 reminders to help you navigate towards being #confident in your ability to execute!   

You can listen to this full #podcast episode here: "We got no worries!" https://youtu.be/ylQ7geaK5Us 

Take a listen and let me know what you think!

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