In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed continues his summer reading conversation by unpacking 2 more principles from one of his favorite books, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” Duke explains why it’s so important to start with the end in mind — while staying open to pivots along the way — and he talks about what it means to keep the first things first. Make sure to catch up on Part 1 of this conversation if you haven’t already! 

Episode Recap:

• In this episode, the Duke continues his discussion of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (0:58)
• What does it mean to begin with the end in mind? (1:34)
• Before you start climbing the ladder, make sure it’s in the right spot (5:18)
• Know where you’re going, but stay willing to make tweaks as you go (7:26)
• How do you keep the first things first? (10:10)

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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

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Kevin “Duke” Reed has always loved summer reading, and in this episode, he’s looking back on some of his favorites — from “The Count of Monte Cristo” in his youth to Stephen Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” Duke breaks down the concept of paradigm shifts that can help us stay open minded (without compromising on our core principles), and then discusses the first of Covey’s seven habits. Make sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss Part 2 of this conversation! 

Episode Recap:

• In this episode, we’re talking about the summer so far, book recommendations, and more (0:57)
• Can you tell us about your early days as a reader? (3:12) 
• What have you learned from Stephen Covey’s 7 habits? (7:56)
• Why are paradigm shifts so important? (19:19)
• How can you hold your principles while still remaining open minded? (25:10) 
• What have you learned recently about being proactive? (27:48)
• How can someone pivot proactively instead of reactively? (36:52)
• What does it look like to live from your true self? (46:19)

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Duke’s Summer Reading Recommendations: 

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
• The Infinite Game
• Life is 10% What Happens to You and 90% How You React

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Life will not always be easy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience fulfillment even in challenging times. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed continues a conversation with his business coach Carrie Cahill about what it looks like to choose fulfillment over busyness. He shares a story from a pivotal moment in his career when he decided to “go bigger” and opt into a new vision, and he explains why excellence is so important for living a fulfilling life. 

Episode Recap:

• Today Kevin is talking with his business coach Carrie Cahill (1:44)
• Don’t let busyness keep you from fulfillment (2:02)
• In order to experience fulfillment, you need a vision that’s bigger than yourself (5:26)
• If you want to go bigger, you need to prioritize excellence (12:14)
• When navigating rough waters, surround yourself with other good sailors (13:19)
• Meaning comes from really loving something (18:41)

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Kevin 'Duke' Reed and his executive coach share a discussion on expanding one's life beyond the ordinary. They explore the significance of living with purpose and intention, fostering a meaningful company culture, and the courage to take risks. Listen in to gain insights on how to navigate life's rough waters, the importance of personal and professional growth, and the transformative power of leading with the heart.

Episode Recap:

• The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek (1:54)
• Building a Strong Company Culture (3:00)
• The Shift from Competition to Fulfillment (7:16)
• The Role of Courage and Vulnerability (12:59)
• Empowering the Team and Leadership Insights (23:28)
• The Challenge of Decision Making (29:39)
• Finding Fulfillment in Career and Life (35:51)
• The Importance of Meaning and Purpose (37:06)
• Balancing Family and Career (40:21)

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If you want to live a meaningful, purposeful life, focus on creating a healthy culture. Whether it’s in your work or your family, this will help you stay focused on what matters most. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed talks about what it looks like to build a meaningful culture. He also shares encouragement for anyone who feels stuck — whether they’re unsure of where they want to go or just don’t feel capable of changing directions.

Episode Recap:

• Here’s why this podcast is meaningful to us (1:29) 
• What holds people back from pursuing a meaningful life? (6:30)
• What moves you and gets you fired up? That’s your purpose (13:18)
• Focus on building a meaningful culture (15:19)
• Build your culture on a solid foundation (21:58)
• It’s never too late or too early to change directions (31:29)
• A blessing for a leader (39:52)

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Did you know it’s possible to experience gratitude no matter what your circumstances look like? In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed shares three powerful stories of people in his life who embodied gratitude in the middle of unimaginable challenges. He explains what each of these people taught him about living a life full of gratitude and offers hope to anyone who finds themself struggling to feel grateful right now.

Episode Recap:

• Contrast is the essence of vision (1:45)
• Today we’ll talk about 3 people who’ve learned to embrace gratitude (4:24)
• Gratitude starts with accepting life as it comes (4:52) 
• Gratitude is knowing that living life the best you can is enough (13:19)
• Gratitude is doing everything we can to make people feel appreciated (30:39)
• We can each choose gratitude, no matter our circumstances (36:06)

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When you learn to live with gratitude, it will overflow into every area of your life and the lives of those around you. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed explains why gratitude is so much more than being thankful. He shares words of encouragement for those who are struggling to experience gratitude because of their current circumstances, and he reminds us all that our identity is in who we are, not the things that have happened to us.

Episode Recap:

• Today we’re headed in a new direction, toward the idea of living life with gratitude (1:28)
• Gratitude is more than a “thank you,” it’s a state of being (5:09)
• John O’Donohue “For Your Birthday” (7:51)
• Plenty of people haven’t learned to live with gratitude (12:39)
• Gratitude comes when you learn how to surrender (16:29)
• You’re not defined by the things that are happening to you (19:01)
• Take care of yourself, and good things will overflow to those around you (21:32)
• I am a gift, and so are you (28:38)

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Life begins when you start digging deep. In this episode, Kevin "Duke" Reed explores the themes of self-image, limiting beliefs, and the journey of personal growth. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's true self, the impact of societal expectations, and the courage required to confront and unpack deep-seated fears and beliefs. The Duke encourages listeners to dig deep into their hearts and recognize their inherent worth.

Episode Recap:

• How can we identify limiting beliefs? (03:17)
• You are a person in an environment, but the environment is not you (7:21)
• Courageously examining the uncomfortable areas of life (11:17)
• Success is defined by learning who we really are (18:31)
• The difficult but necessary work of digging deep (22:52)
• How to temper ambition and drive (29:34)
• The Duke's experience of embracing vulnerability (35:42)
• A Blessing of Solitude by John O'Donohue

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Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom by John O'Donohue

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Where do you find your purpose? That purpose is your heartfelt intention, and if you learn to trust it, it can guide every decision you make. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed explains how setting a heartfelt intention can lead to intuitive action and a satisfying result when making difficult decisions. He shares a real-life example of making decisions based on his heartfelt intentions, so you can start to understand what this process looks like. He also offers encouragement to listeners who are feeling blocked or who find themselves struggling to trust their own decisions.

Episode Recap:

• If you’re a person who struggles with decision making, this episode is for you (1:29)
• Each of us has the power and ability to handle life as it comes (3:01)
• Do you feel like your life has a purpose? If not, it’s time for a change (5:57)
• A real-life example of heartfelt decision making (6:52)
• Know when you know enough, then take the action (16:02)
• When you set a heartfelt intention, you’ll find the people who align with it (18:21)
• No one will set your path for you, only you can find it (24:15)
• Start small and learn to trust your heartfelt intentions to guide you (31:46)

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Wise counsel from mentors and leaders is always important, but especially when navigating periods of transition. In this episode, Kevin “Duke” Reed shares how wise counsel helped him find a new love for the work he was doing and reframe his perspective about the journey he was on. He also discusses the importance of setting heartfelt intentions and explains why excellence and care for people work best when combined together.

Episode Recap:

• Every leader can benefit from seeking out wise counsel (1:28)
• If you want to care for people, you need to also excel at your craft (6:42)
• Find a way to love what you’re doing (10:51)
• Fighting the current won’t get you where you want to go, so you might as well enjoy going with the flow (18:10)
• Reframing your perspective can completely change your experience (24:14)
• Wise counsel can bring awareness to limiting beliefs we didn’t know we had (33:14)
• Some closing words from John O’Donohue (36:45)

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