Hear the story of Ben Mayforth, an athlete who overcame staggering physical disabilities to become a 2X World Cup Paraclimber sponsored by North Face. His story of resilience and determination has inspired thousands worldwide. In this episode, you’ll learn how his positive mindset helped him push through failure and stay motivated to reach his goals. Listen to Ben’s story and pick one action that will help you focus on your success this week.

Action Principles 

Stay tuned for Part 2 of Ben Mayforth’s inspirational story and the actions you can take to incorporate his knowledge into your life.

Guest Resources

Learn more about Ben Mayforth by following him on Youtube or Instagram.

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Discovering Your Strengths

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Tammeca Rochester transitioned from developing household products like Softsoap to creating the first cycling studio in Harlem. Her advocacy for wellness has been recognized in The New York Times and Essence Magazine. In this episode, you'll learn how Tammeca combined her natural talent for problem-solving and her passion for wellness to create an innovative fitness studio. Listen to Tammeca's story and choose which action will most impact your life.

Action Principles

Pick one to do this week.

1. Adopt the engineering mindset. It helps to view a challenge from the big-picture perspective. You'll be able to see various options to decide which would be the best approach. ACTION: Step back and look at a current problem as a whole rather than focusing on the details.

2. Delegate efficiently. A great leader lets people do what they do best. You can't be everything to everyone. ACTION: Delegate a task to someone on your team who can do a better job than you.

3. Fill a need. If you want to start a business, make sure it's doing something that fills an existing need. ACTION: Ask yourself if there's a problem you see over and over again and how you can fill that need in a way that is profitable.

4. Know your worth. Don't be afraid to charge accordingly. You'll attract your ideal clients when you value your time. ACTION: Reassess your fees to determine if you're charging what you are worth. If not, consider making changes.

Guest Resources

You can learn more about Tammeca Rochester at Harlem-Cycle.com.

Suggested Resources

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Time Management Fundamentals

Free Time Management Course

Thanks to Dave Crenshaw's partnership with Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning, you can get free access to his full course, Time Management Fundamentals, at DaveGift.com.

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Solon Bucholtz went from being homeless and sleeping in a gas station bathroom to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur and international business advisor. Solon is the CEO and co-founder of LBC Studios, a mobile game developer and publisher. In this episode, you’ll learn how he managed his fear of failure and turned an extremely disheartening situation into a successful career. Listen to Solon’s story and choose which action will help you move one step closer to your success today.

Action Principles 

Pick one to do this week: 

1. Take ownership in adversity. Life is full of obstacles. You grow as an individual when you look for valuable lessons within the challenge. ACTION: Think of a hardship you experienced and ask yourself, “What can I learn from this to help me grow?”
2. Compete with yourself. When making comparisons, focus on comparing yourself to yourself over others. Use your past as a benchmark for doing better. ACTION: Set a goal for one area you want to improve upon and take small steps to reach your goal.
3. Reevaluate your career path. Take the time to gauge whether your direction still serves your values and goals. If not, be brave enough to make a change. ACTION: Schedule an annual task to evaluate your business or career path and ask yourself if it’s still the right choice or what you might need to change.
4. Identify your why. When you know the reason for your goal, you’re more likely to stay motivated and focused. ACTION: Schedule time in your calendar to consider your “why” and write it down. 

Guest Resources

Follow Solon Bucholtz on LinkedIn to learn more about his games and company.

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DaveCrenshaw.com/Time

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Pam Perry became one of the most prolific PR agents in the world. She utilizes her award-winning communication skills to help her clients gain publicity in Essence magazine, Black Enterprise, CNN, PBS, CNBC, and NPR. In this episode, you’ll learn how she turned her genuine love for making connections into a highly successful career helping her clients do the same. Listen to Pam’s story, then choose the action to help you get closer to success.

Action Principles 

Pick one to do this week: 

1. Be curious. Show genuine interest in others. Listen actively during conversations to build strong connections. ACTION: During your next conversation, make it a goal to pay closer attention and be genuinely curious about the person.
2. Be a storyteller. Stories help create connections. It can be something that happened at work, the gym, or a memory from your past. ACTION: Take ten minutes to think of a moment from your day that you can turn into a story.
3. Say no more often. Focus your time on things that ignite passion. Decline activities that take away from the valuable ones. ACTION: Choose one thing you do now that is low value and say no to it.
4. Find your group. Stretch out of your comfort zone through groups that challenge you. You’ll grow faster and be more successful. ACTION: Research local groups that share your career path or interests and choose one to join.

Guest Resources

Learn more about Pam Perry by visiting PamPerryPR.com.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Time Management Fundamentals
Discovering Your Strengths

Free Time Management Course

Thanks to Dave Crenshaw's partnership with Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning, you can get free access to his full course, Time Management Fundamentals, at DaveGift.com.

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Laura Vanderkam became one of the most prolific writers in the world while still successfully juggling a family of five children. As a lifelong writer, Laura has never let life’s challenges stop her from pursuing her dream of becoming an author. She has published multiple time management and productivity books, started two successful podcasts, and more! In this episode, you’ll discover how she got published and what she does to maintain a healthy work-life balance as a parent. Learn from Laura and pick one action to help you pursue your passion.

Action Principles 

Pick one to do this week: 

1. Be passionate about your career. You’re far more likely to succeed when you align passion with talent. ACTION: List your strengths and passions, then find a career path connecting both. 
2. Keep it concise. Strive to say what you need in the least amount of words possible. The delivery will be far more powerful. ACTION: Take a moment to review your work and ask yourself, “What can be left out without affecting my message?” 
3. Experiment. Test new ideas and measure the results. Avoid expecting perfection by focusing on progress. ACTION: Choose one new idea you’ve been working on and schedule a test run.
4. Be a planner. Have a consistent routine to sit down and plan out your schedule and tasks. ACTION: Schedule a recurring planning period in your calendar.

Guest Resources

Continue learning from Laura Vanderkam by visiting LauraVanderkam.com. You can also find her latest book, Tranquility by Tuesday on Amazon.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Discovering Your Strengths

Time Management Fundamentals

Free Time Management Course

Thanks to Dave Crenshaw's partnership with Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning, you can get free access to his full course, Time Management Fundamentals, at DaveGift.com.

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Join my family as we discuss the success principle of networking. Together, my kids and I discuss the importance of networking and how it impacts long-term success.

We explore the different scenarios where you can network, how to be genuine in your intentions, and what not to do, as well. And then, we share ways to commit to new opportunities to meet people and expand our network.

Action Principle

• Change your perspective on networking. Instead of worrying about who you already know at an upcoming event, focus on the potential for meeting new people. ACTION: Commit to attending a networking event and focus on the excitement of meeting new people.
• Be curious. When meeting new people, go into it with a mindset of giving first. Ask questions and be genuinely interested in getting to know others. ACTION: Use the guest list to research attendees beforehand so you can ask better questions and make genuine connections.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Time Management Fundamentals

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Shelley Winner overcame drug addiction and incarceration to become a number one B2B sales executive for Microsoft. She found strength in relationships and took every opportunity to turn her life around. In this episode, you’ll hear how Shelley pushed past her insecurities and achieved success she had never imagined possible. Learn from Shelley’s story and choose which action will help you move forward in your journey.

Action Principles 

Pick one to do this week: 

1. Look for potential. Instead of seeing someone for their past, focus on their potential for growth. ACTION: Help someone reach their potential by offering guidance or mentorship.
2. Don’t allow emotions to rule you. Especially fear, which will create doubt and insecurities in your mind. ACTION: Try something new, even if you’re afraid of failure.
3. Embrace the power of storytelling. When you tell a story, you create a connection and emotion around whatever you’re selling. ACTION: Ask yourself how to turn something into a story. 
4. Consider hiring ex-cons. If you’re in a position to hire others, give those with a criminal background a chance. Don’t lower the bar, but if everything else is a good fit, don’t turn them away solely on their past.  ACTION: Change your HR policy to consider those with a criminal past without lowering your standards for talent and values.

Guest Resources

You can continue learning from Shelley Winner on LinkedIn or by visiting ShelleyWinner.com

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Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

In this episode, part two of a two-part series, we continue Mike Blumenfeld’s story of how he became one of New York’s most esteemed business mentors. Mike attributes much of his long-term success to taking charge of his life, having a positive mindset, and consistently delivering on his promises. Hear how Mike shifted gears and started helping entrepreneurs throughout the country achieve success. Discover an action you can take to infuse some of Mike’s sage advice into your life.

Action Principles 

1. Prioritize family. Make more time for people you consider "family": your spouse, children, relatives, and close friends. When you prioritize your loved ones, your work quality will also benefit. ACTION: Schedule family activities in your calendar and treat them as you would any other commitment. 
2. Network. You don’t have to be an entrepreneur to gain value from networking with others. The relationships you build can be valuable regardless of your career. ACTION: Search for networking opportunities in your industry and sign up to attend one.
3. Earn respect. Respect is earned by consistently delivering on your commitments. When you earn respect, you’ll experience more success. ACTION: Schedule commitments in your calendar a few days before the deadline, giving yourself a buffer to complete it on time.
4. Take charge of your life. Life is all about making decisions. Prioritize the choices that will lead to a balanced success. ACTION: When you’re struggling to make a decision, evaluate the pros and cons and commit to the one that best fits your goal. 

Guest Resources

If you’re looking for a phenomenal business mentor, contact Mike at Myron I. Blumenfeld. You’re also welcome to follow Mike Blumenfeld on LinkedIn.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Discovering Your Strengths

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Hear the story of how Mike Blumenfeld’s nine decades of management experience led him to become one of New York’s most esteemed business mentors. Early in his career, Mike pursued a degree in business that propelled him to discover his natural gifts in customer service and creating efficient systems. In this episode, part one of a two-part series, you’ll hear how Mike turned his natural strengths and skills into a flourishing career that’s still going strong after ninety years. Listen to the first part of his story, and look for ways to incorporate some of Mike’s wisdom into your life. Then, take a moment and schedule time in your calendar to listen to the second half of Mike’s inspirational journey next week.

Action Principles 

Actions will be shared at the end of next week’s episode when we complete Mike’s interview.

Guest Resources

If you’re looking for a phenomenal business mentor, contact Mike at Myron I. Blumenfeld. You’re also welcome to follow Mike Blumenfeld on LinkedIn.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Discovering Your Strengths

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Thank you for supporting my show through this last season! This is a quick update to let you know I’m going into my December Oasis, where I take a one-month break. During December, there won't be any new episodes. We’ll kick things back into gear for season three in January.

In my book, The Power of Having Fun, I introduce the concept of an Oasis. In short, it’s critical to your productivity to have regular breaks from work.

Here’s how you can create a recurring Oasis pattern in your schedule.

1.     Start small. Try creating a finish line in your day and commit to stop working after that time.

2.     Extend the length of your break. Schedule just one day to do nothing but rest and relax.

3.     Plan ahead of time. Schedule a longer vacation, perhaps a week, months in advance so you can prepare and be ready to enjoy it.

If you have comments about the show, or suggestions for an excellent future guest, please drop us an email at [email protected]. I would love to hear from you!

I look forward to sharing more successful journeys and actionable tips with you next season.

Dave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com