Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

We all times when we we know we need to take an action or make a decision, yet many of us don't.  Why is that? Why do we drag our feet, procrastinate, or find other ways to avoid doing what needs to be done? There is a cost of inaction. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of knowing where you're headed How to take decisive action Why you should stick with a Decision Embracing being wrong Why you should lead with your head not your heart

80% of People give up on their New Year's Resolutions in 19 days.  Even more people quit on their dreams and goals daily.  Why is that? More importantly, how can we learn to NOT Quit? In this episode, we'll cover: How to escape the "Fantasy Football" mindset Why You should Set Goals You don't think you can reach How Accountability can change your Life Why Quitting now will ensure you Quit Later How to Quit lying to Yourself

My new book, Opportunity Engineer, is in stores now.  The question I've been asked a lot over the last few days is, "What is opportunity engineering?" Simply put, it's the process by which you can find and create opportunity in your personal and professional life. In this episode, we'll cover: ASK - The importance of removing preconceived falsities from your mind SHIFT - How to change your mindset to see possibility SHARPEN - looking at your toolset of skills and focusing on those that set you apart FIND - opportunity is everywhere if you know what to look for CREATE - you can manifest your own opportunity with less effort than you realize Purchase Opportunity Engineer Here >> https://amzn.to/2VHeEkr

We underestimate our capacity and potential by an infinite amount. How do we change that and realize what we're capable of? For me, it's a decision to run an unaided, unsupported marathon by myself.  The point is, we can only grow if we truly set the bar high and attack the goal. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of making time for yourself How to find and push through your limits The importance of being your own support group How to fight negative self talk with gratitude  

There's a misconception that being positive means you view the world as all sunshine and rainbows.  There's also a belief that if you remain positive, negativity stays away from you.  This is fundamentally untrue. In this episode, we'll cover: Accepting that Negativity is attracted to Your Light What positivity really means Why you owe it to the world to be positive How to handle negativity

Our lives are filled with planners, calendars, and apps and various productivity tools to help us get on track.  But what do we do when we're on track? How do we remain focused and stay on track when things are going our way? In this episode, we'll cover:  The importance of understanding everyone gets off track How to create success parameters to keep you focused Why "Wake up" Bumper checks are vital to success The advantage of purposely getting off track

Valentine's Day is a celebration of Love where we offer shower our significant others with flowers, gifts, compliments and more.  Sadly, it's one day only and the V-day hangover, aka "back to real life," sets in the next day.  But what if we took that mentality and applied to ourselves, and applied it everyday? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of giving yourself lasting gifts Why being selfish is selfless Why loving yourself increases your capacity for others The power of Self Gratitude

Society places extreme emphasis on "looks" and perceived perfection.  However, the best opportunities in life come from seeing the beauty in people, situations, and circumstances before the rest of the world does. In this episode, we'll cover:  Finding opportunity that others overlook or miss How to convert "flaws" into strengths Becoming indispensable to your market How to create a Win-Win Check out the company I drew inspiration for this episode from at https://www.imperfectfoods.com/

Society benefits by making you believe that who you are isn't good enough.  If we can learn to see the beauty in ourselves, we gain clarity and confidence in pursuit of that which we wish to become. In this episode, we'll cover: How to control your viewpoint of yourself How to expose negative motives of others Should you change certain aspects of yourself? Embracing the power of your unique qualities

102 Million viewers tuned in to the Super Bowl to watch elite athletes live out their dreams.  While the event is a great spectator sport, it offers clues as to how you can reach the pinnacle of your career or goals. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of playing until it's over Why "odds" are overrated How to stay focused in the down time The difference in winners and losers

Have you ever asked yourself, "what does it take to become iconic?" Have you ever thought that you have what it takes to create a lasting legacy? There's lessons that can be learned from Michelangelo's famous Renaissance sculpture, "David," provides clues to how we can create iconic legacies ourselves. In this episode, we'll cover:  Adding your own Twist Protecting a dream while building Why perfection is overrated Ignoring Trends to build legacies As mentioned, inspiration for this episode, came from my friend, owner and chief designer of Crown Control, Jamie Singer.  Check her company out at https://www.crown-control.com/

What does it truly take to become champions in our lives, careers, and social circles? What is the foundation on which every lasting and worth victory stands upon? In this episode, we'll cover: How to tell if you're REALLY winning in life Why our definition of "Opportunist" is wrong How to develop the Opportunism Skill The Fallacy of Dreams Baylor's new book, Opportunity Engineer, is available for pre-order.  Get your copy now! https://www.baylorbarbee.com/opportunityengineer/

Maybe it's seasonal depression or perhaps you're in a rut but have you ever wondered how to get going when nothing is going right for you? We explore the answer to that question today. In this episode, we'll cover: What we can learn from Marathon Dogs The importance of surrounding yourself with Winners The Success Minded Questions you need to ask How to parlay the success of others into your own success

Black Friday often means early mornings, large crowds, and great deals.  But what if we applied the "Black Friday Mindset" to our current and future goals? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of knowing what you want How Game planning saves time "Doorbuster" your way to success Acknowledging Competition Why you shouldn't aim past your goals

With only about 5 weeks left in the decade, many of us are faced with two options... limp into 2019 with toxicity in our lives or start over.  Starting over is often the choice that can get us to our goals quicker. As my good friend Jenna says, "sometimes you gotta run yourself into the ground in order to refocus." In this episode, we'll cover: Why "Square One" is a good place to be How to Avoid the Shame Spiral The Power of Letting Go How to Build on New Foundations  

Have you ever notice how those that tell you to "be realistic" are those who have given up in their own lives? Success requires a healthy level of delusion; the ability to see possibility and work to create it. In this episode, we'll cover: Why "Realistic" is a Profanity of Success How to Develop a Healthy Level of Delusion Changing from a "can't" to a "how to" mindset The importance of taking Action

We all love daylight savings time because of the "Extra" hour.  But if we don't maximize that hour, is it really a benefit? Today's episode explores how we should manage the "extra" in life. In this episode, we'll cover: Why you should anticipate the "extra" in life How to Plan for the extras How to maximize, and utilize the extra Why you should take advantage of the extra in life

As the season and temperatures change, I ask myself, "What is the best way to cope with change?" Change is inevitable, but how we react to it often dictates the direction our lives go.  During a surfing lesson a few years back, I found the best way to adapt to change. In this episode, we'll cover: How to identify opportunity Positioning yourself for success The importance of being in front not on top How to win with less effort Staying focused on your ultimate goal

Wars are often started over countries trying to protect their borders...their boundaries.  To reach our pinnacle, we must set and protect boundaries in all facets of our lives as well. In this episode, we'll cover: The role instinct plays in boundaries The 3 types of walls people put up (and which one is best for you) How to set boundaries

The Video Game Franchise "Call of Duty" has sold over 300 million copies and has generated over $15 Billion dollars.  But what can we learn from CoD about becoming an epic franchise in our own lives? In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of consistency and quality How to add to a winning formula How feedback loops can offer sustainability and growth