Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

During a charity walk this weekend for the Lung Cancer Research Foundation called "Free to Breathe," I realized just how fast we move in life and why we miss out on the best parts of life as a result. In this episode, we'll cover: Being aware of the cognitive dissonance in our lives The importance of slowing down Avoiding taking things for granted Finding joy in the little things  

Have you ever uttered to yourself, "man, where did the time go?" If we aren't budgeting our time to ensure we are getting the most "bang for our buck," we are throwing away our most valuable asset. In this episode, we'll cover: 1. How to budget the hours in your day 2. Evaluating your time options to find the highest ROI 3. How to maximize hours spent

Loss and Tragedy affect us on.  Sometimes we feel guilty for "moving on," but remaining stagnant is a surefire way to despair and depression.  In this 100th episode of Shark Theory, we look at how to go about moving on. In this episode, we'll cover:  How to progress when you're depressed  The value of a support system  "moving on WITH" not moving on FROM  How to carry on a legacy I sincerely thank you for listening if you've listened to any of the previous 100 episodes.  It's time to take it up a notch.

One of my best friends, Andre Emmett, was shot and killed in front of his home on September 23rd.  As a father of two beautiful little girls, a staple of the community and an allstar basketball player, Dre taught me a lot of life lessons.   In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of a miss in life Why you should trust your instinct Why you should "do it now" How to show love and build communities To learn more about Andre's "Dreams Really Exist Foundation," CLICK HERE RIP DRE

We all have those periods in our lives where it seems like nothing is happening.  If you're a go-getter, those times make you nervous because you feel your life isn't progressing. It's time to change our perspective on the nothing times. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of disappearing Why it's not always the right time How to appreciate free time How to do something when nothing is happening Maintaining momentum 

At some point in our lives, we all need a helping hand. There is nothing to be ashamed of in asking for help, but the way you go about asking for it can determine the likelihood of receiving that much needed help. In this episode, we'll cover: How to position yourself to receive help How to increase your value The correct way to ask for help Who to help The importance of returning the favor

Not everyone in your life wants to see you win.  Unfortunately some people are so focused on being the victim that they're willing to sabotage the success of everyone around them to make sure they remain that way. Revoke their access to you. In this episode, we'll cover: How to identify those who wish to remain "victims" Why you shouldn't fight those "victims" How to remove negativity from your life permanently How to fill the vacancy

We live in an age predicated on amassing "followers."  It's that very mindset of collecting people that inhibits growth and true impact.  So what do we do to change that? Lead the leaders. In this episode, we'll cover: The danger of followers The self-worth Trap How to Lead the Leaders Making the ultimate impact in life

I've caught myself watching a lot of Netflix documentaries lately, and while I don't usually watch TV, I found out why I didn't feel antsy in spending so much time in front of the TV.  You can learn while you enjoy entertainment. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of having a motive How to retain information you learn How to use other's success to your own benefit The most important topic to research

On today's episode, we air the TED Talk recorded in April at the University of Louisiana-Monroe at TEDxULM.  To watch the talk, "The Science of Opportunity," check it out here: https://youtu.be/uBg9tLtVslk In this episode, we'll cover: How to recognize the Lies we tell ourselves How to set new foundations for growth Why you should double down on your strengths instead of improving your weaknesses What samurai swords can teach you about your gifts How to find opportunity (hint: it's always a step closer than you think)

In the Serengeti, there are predators and prey, but when a wild animal's back is against the wall, it finds out how powerful it is... and so can you.  In this episode, we'll cover: The power in having your back against the wall How to turn from prey to predator The power of "starting over" How to use the wall as leverage to attack life The importance of modeling those you look up to

We can't ignore it, everyone's talking about it... Popeye's new chicken sandwich versus Chick-fil-a.  Which is better? More importantly, what can we learn from the debate? In this episode, we'll cover: How to become the standard in your industry   The fallacy of following trends   Why you shouldn't worry about the competition  How to gain longevity and growth in your career

Have you ever done something that you previously feared? My whole life I feared camping, but I stepped outside my comfort zone and went.  As a result, I learned some great lessons that i'll share with you today. In this episode, we'll cover: What  are Fear-based expectations? How to expand your horizons The fastest way to get over a fear The importance of disconnecting

Have you ever wondered what you what do if you were a hostage? Sadly, we all hold our potential hostage in some area of our lives. To reach our potential, we have to learn to free ourselves. In this episode, we'll cover: How to Make a list of self-demands How to negotiate with yourself to thrive Taking the cliche out of "self-love" How to avoid repeating past mistakes

Growing up, I remember wanting a Slingshot so I could be like Dennis the Menace.  Years later, I have found so many life lessons in a Slingshot. In this episode, we’ll cover: The fallacy of thinking moving backwards is always bad Why you should face forward while moving backwards The importance of a Proper Aim Getting the most out of the “backwards” days

What's the best way to improve on something that you've done before? The Answer is to reflect on the wins and losses you've had in previous situations and finding opportunities to perfect your skills moving forward. The importance of scheduling reflection time How to reframe the losses you've endured in life How to build momentum on your victories

Is it better to be Certain or Uncertain in life? That's a question that was relayed to me recently and I pondered the answer for days.  The answer is both.  Today, you'll find out why. In this episode, we'll cover:  The importance of being open minded How to pivot on a dream or goal The beauty of uncertainty 

"How do I reach the next level in my career, business, or life?" That's the question I get often and over the weekend I found the answer... In this episode, we'll cover: The Importance of having a Philanthropic heart What Good Energy brings to your Life How to develop a great work ethic The difference in content and complacent

Often we get frustrated when we don’t reach our goals but the truth is, we don’t actually set finite goals, we set “generalizations” and ideas.  We have to quit being vague in what we want in order to achieve what we’re after. In this episode, we’ll cover:  How to speak to yourself in a language you understand The danger of vague dreams How to set high-definition goals

There are those that compete in life and there are those who critique what competitors do. It's your job to win, it's their job to offer opinions and hate. But how do we stay focused despite the hate and negativity that comes our way? In this episode, we'll cover: Developing a Policy to handle Hate How to validate who's opinions matter How to avoid creating Super Haters The importance of resistance (hate)