Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

We're used to spring cleaning in our houses but how often do we spring clean our minds and our lives? The secret to getting more out of life is removing what is unnecessary. In this episode, we'll cover: How to increase quality of life by decreasing "stuff" Why "square one" is a great place to be Following the process for removing the unnecessary

We all have the days where we just don't "want to do it." Whether that's going to work, exercise, go through your to-do list or even just get out of bed, sometimes it's just tough.  Yet, those are the days that define our legacy, so we have to get it done. In this episode, we'll cover: Facing the Facts of Procrastination How to Shift your Focus How to redirect the lazy/negative energy

Sometimes we give our best, do everything right, but a situation doesn't work out in our favor.  Rather than beat ourselves up and feel defeated, we have to understand that sometimes there are X factors in life, factors outside of our control, that affect results... and that's ok. In this episode, we'll cover: The travesty of trying to control all variables How to eliminate failure in life What you can learn from Navy Seals about handling X factors

Today is the world premiere of Avengers Endgame, the movie that's projected to be the top grossing movie of all time.  Whether or not you're a fan of superhero movies, there are so many applicable lessons on success that can be learned from Marvel, the company behind the Avengers Franchise. In this episode we'll cover:  The importance of Risk Why should have a clear vision Where you should seek advice What to do when you accomplish a goal

We're often in a hurry to get to the next level, to advance our careers and improve our lives, yet we fail to execute one of the most important pieces of growth... Rest.  We have to pause from our activities if we want to get maximum results in our lives. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of Breathing How to find fulfillment in your lost Strategies for rebounding from a period of Rest The dangers of exhaustion 

In sports, playoffs have grave implications...win and advance, lose and go home.  Imagine if you took this mentality to all areas of your life and made winning a necessity.  How much stronger would your work ethic be? In this episode, we'll cover: Cleaning up your process How you can win when you're behind in life What you need besides Consistency to win What your competition is up to The most important thing to remember

Some see the Phantom as a ghostly figure who wrecks havoc on the Paris Opera House.  But those of us who choose to look deeper can find life lessons that can help you dominate 2019. In this episode, we'll cover: How to keep your eye on the prize How to make money and remain humble THe importance of being intentional How details shape your success Why keeping your word makes you legendary

Last year it was good to complete our goals, this year we must compete.  We have to go harder, get stronger, get more focused and elevate every aspect of our lives.  It's time to WIN! In this episode, we'll cover: Finding your Finish Line Identifying Areas of Improvement Trying new things based on a Winning Process The importance of Timelines Adaptability

We lose money and stress out even though we can get it back.  We waste time and never think twice about it, even though we can never reclaim it.  To reach the goals we have for 2019, we have to earn our time back. In this episode, we'll cover: Ditching a "means to an end" mindset How saying No can make you richer How to stop bleeding time How to block and bracket your time for optimal results

You're probably setting goals, thinking about all the things you want to accomplish in 2019 and beyond, but what are you doing to make those realities? It's one thing to state a goal, it's another to work toward it. In this episode, we'll cover: Who benefits from your success? What happens to dreams without action How to effectively work toward an ideal Dealing with discouragement

In a world filled with networking, finding new connections, and expanding influence, we often forget that the greatest connections are the people we smile and wave at daily...and then continue on our day without taking the time to get to truly know. In this episode, we'll cover: How to strike up an authentic conversation How to contribute AND listen Why people should hear your voice Adding value

You're at your job, you're stressed out, but you're getting no guidance or leadership from your "leaders." What do you do? It's a situation that happens in companies all over the world, thankfully there are some steps you can take. Identifying Leaders and Bosses The importance of leaving a paper trail The fallacy of making emotional decisions Finding the ultimate leader

To start off my birthday this morning, My Brother, Sister, and I decided to Row a Marathon (42,165 meters) to test ourselves mentally.  We learned some things that can help you get the mental edge in your life. The importance of a "crazy" idea How to Dominate with Consistency How to separate yourself from the competition Preparing for Adversity Join us in today's challenge and tag #DayOneStartsNow

You've hit your goal, you've crossed your finish line, you've reached your milestone, now what?  We can't be satisfied with just achieveing one goal, we have to run the race again.  But this time, we have to improve, become better, and go harder. In this episode, we'll cover: Battling a feeling of isolation How to find good people in your life The importance of not wasting energy How to win at the end

New Year's is a time we make lists of all the goals and things we will accomplish in the next year...but waiting to start only proves how serious we aren't about reaching those goals.  It's time to change. In this episode, we'll cover: How to be brutally honest with yourself Taking Action Steps The importance of Ready, Fire, Aim.

We often cheer on our favorite sports teams, celebrities, and actors/actresses and fully support watching them live their dreams.  But how often do we put that same passion into living our own dreams? In this episode, we'll cover: Deciphering passion from enjoyment How to transfer skills from your heroes to yourself Gaining time by increasing your skills Avoiding misguided passion

There's a quote by Shunryu Suzuki that says, “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few.” Growth often prevents us from keeping that open mind because as we learn, we start to see the dangers and pitfalls instead of the opportunities. In this episode, we'll cover: How to create the world you want How to build on your successes How to avoid letting fear stop progress The importance of building momentum

It's Black Friday.  We're surrounded by the latest greatest deals while we jump into the happy holiday season.... or are we? Perhaps Black Friday Mentality is symptomatic of our businesses and lives and as a result, we should ask ourselves if it's really good for us. In this episode, we'll cover: How to not let others define what you need How convenience can kill you The falsity of "limited" and scarcity How to live life by your own rules

Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time of celebrating family, friends, and togetherness.  Over the years, it's come to represent the Turkey an how much food we can eat.  Your approach to thanksgiving mirrors your approach to life. In this episode, we'll cover: The importance of remembering what you got you to your level of success Being thankful for the ability to Give How to focus on the impact you can make Being Present in all situations

In the opening scene of the movie Gladiator, the Roman General Maximus through his famous “Hold the Line, Stay with Me” speech, showed exactly what it means to be a balanced leader. Leadership is the ability to grow side by side with your team, not just in front of them. In this episode, we’ll cover: The importance of earning Trust first How to set a vision for your team to get better results Principles of clear communication How to give your team room to grow The mechanics of effective communication