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Our new article, “The Life Line Process. How to stop repeating old patterns'' is out! The LifeLine Process is a powerful tool to identify your positive and negative patterns and how they impact your decision making and success. It is a map of what you consider the highest and the lowest points in your life and business. Very often the first step to moving forward faster and start seeing results is to look back and evaluate your past. As Steve Jobs said, “You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards.” The Life Line helps us identify clear patterns that can be either leveraged or changed to improve future performance. To read the article click the link in the comment. #SelfImprovement #SuccessTips #PersonalGrowth #MindsetMatters #BusinessSuccess #LifeLineProcess #PatternRecognition #SteveJobsQuotes #ReflectAndGrow #LDVElite

In business, reactions can be costly. We need to cultivate the ability to put space between stimulus and response. Taking that pause allows for better decision-making, strategic thinking, and maintaining focus on long-term goals rather than just immediate reactions. #StrategicThinking #BusinessDecisions #Catalyst4Businesses #GrowthMindset #BusinessStuck?

💡𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 💡 In meetings where big ideas grow, We often guess what we don’t know. Assumptions guide us on our way, When facts are hidden or far away. They help us choose the path to take, But careful steps we still must make. For every guess needs proof behind, To lead us forward with clear minds. In business, plans are built on trust, But checking facts is still a must. Smart minds don’t just accept what's said— They ask, they test, they move ahead. Assumptions light the early spark, But truth is what will hit the mark. Success is earned through steady hands, And real data is where strength stands. So let assumptions start the fire, But always aim for something higher. In every choice, in every deal, It’s facts and truth that make it real! - 𝐁𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐥 𝐉𝐞𝐞𝐭 #CorporateWisdom #CriticalThinking #ProfessionalGrowth #LeadershipMindset #DecisionMaking #BusinessStrategy #EmpowermentThroughFacts

“Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.”  - Margaret J. Wheatley As a business owner, it’s tempting to just charge ahead. But there’s value in prioritizing time for quiet reflection. It's a strategic tool that can propel business forward. 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲: Sticking to 'business as usual' without reflection can lead to stagnation and missed opportunities for growth. 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: The only constant in business is change. Regular reflection keeps you flexible and ready to pivot, turning adaptability into an advantage. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Use insights from reflection to optimize how resources are utilized - we want maximum impact. 𝗠𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗵𝗲𝗺: Early ID of emerging issues, well before they escalate, allows you to address challenges proactively, preventing them from becoming major disruptions. 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗲: Regular reflection allows you to recognize achievements and address team challenges proactively. 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: By stepping back to take in the bigger picture, you can identify opportunities for innovation that keep your business competitive. It’s about intentionally moving forward  with clarity and confidence amid chaos. Reflection insights for me this week: ► A list of possible to-do’s for a VA ► A list of WHO’s I need to connect with ► A gratitude list that led to thank you cards ► Identification of an area I need to sharpen my skills How often do you take time to reflect? What aha moments have you experienced? #SMBStrategy #FridayReflection #GrowthStrategy

In a world full of quick fixes, true transformation still requires commitment. Meaningful change doesn't come from shortcuts or hacks—it’s the result of consistent effort and intentional work. Through my research and practice, I've identified four science-backed strategies for deep self-transformation. Are you ready to commit to real growth? Watch the video to learn more. #SelfTransformation #PersonalGrowth #UnlockYourPotential #ProfessionalDevelopment

Every business has its unique spark —that one thing it does exceptionally well. 🔥 Instead of fixing what’s “wrong,” why not double down on what makes you great? Excellence starts by recognizing your strengths, embracing them, and building a path that aligns with your genius. So here’s your reminder: You’re not here to be average. You’re here to be amazing. 💪 #GoodToGreat #CelebrateExcellence #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipGoals

What’s on Your Mind? 📣 Challenge: Ask your team today: • “What are you working on today?” • “What’s the most tedious part?” • “Which part has the most risk?” • “What do you think we should do about it?” Comment below with the responses you hear or share your own! Let’s uncover the ideas that lead to real change. #InnovationStartsHere #LeanLeadership #EmpoweredTeams #UtilityEfficiency #BreakDownSilos #LeadershipInAction

A few of my favorite highlights from this video: 1. By the time they have thought about an idea, taken it to a meeting and started to move, I have already made 3 mistakes and found a faster way. 💎 2. Bias toward action = decreased time between thinking about a thing and doing a thing. 🔥 3.If one takes 1 week to get something through thought to action and one takes 1 day, the differentiator is not richer, smarter or better, the differentiator is faster. 💡 *** About a month ago, I put together a short presentation on fostering a bias for action and innovation. At its core, a bias for action reflects a belief in momentum over perfection. As this video highlights, speed is its most visible indicator—speed in getting things done, and in transforming ideas into reality. Innovation, however, isn’t something you can buy or simply add to a checklist. True innovation is a mindset. It’s reimagining what’s familiar, often uncovering faster, more productive, and more precise ways to create value. By doing so, we’re not just innovating; we’re refining our purpose and evolving in how we serve. #Innovation #Speed #BiasForAction #LEAN #Transformation #SafeToFail #Metrics #Intantibles #VisibleBehavior #IdeationToReality

#MotivationalMonday - How do you turn a Breakdown into a Breakthrough? Challenge your assumptions and view the world through different lenses. Expanding your perspective can lead to breakthrough solutions. In your next solutioning session, try this simple framework. Three questions: 1. What would you suggest? 2. What would it take for you to agree? 3. Can you live with it? See the connections. Listen for the inter-dependencies. Identify the impacts. And get ready for the breakthrough... the exponential jump in what’s possible! #leadershipdevelopment #perspective #breakthrough

Disruptive critical decision-making is a blind spot we often neglect until we hit a roadblock – a broken business, lost relationships, missed opportunities or our own shattered confidence. Here's how I disrupted my own decision-making process: → Identify Key Patterns: study your previous failures and successes. → Avoid Knee-Jerk Reactions: pause before making the big decisions. → Take Time for Reflection: give yourself an extra day to think things through. What stopped you from making a critical decision last year, and how will you rewrite the script for today and beyond? #DisruptiveDecisionMaking #CriticalDecisionMaking #PersonalDevelopment