Rob Witty

'It's Not Unusual' by Sally Barker

Rob Witty — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 04:04:00 GMT

An 80th Birthday Present for Sir Tom Jones.

In 2014 I was fortunate enough to be chosen by Sir Tom Jones as my mentor on 'The Voice UK'. On entering the competition my ambition had been singing a duet with the superstar legend. Sir Tom took me on a fantastical journey through the stages of that competition and I reached the final and realized my dream.

What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness...

Rob Witty — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 18:02:00 GMT

The results of a 75 year study by Harvard. What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life? If you think it's fame and money, you're not alone – but, according to psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, you're mistaken.

Is Your Life How You Want It To Be?

Rob Witty — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:03:00 GMT

As kids we often dream about the many things we will do when we grow up. These fantasies may involve becoming a fireman, embarking on perilous adventures, or becoming a sports hero.

The years pass quickly and as we get older, we may look around and think, “What am I doing with my life?”

Are You the Victim of Your Own Failures?

Rob Witty — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 09:58:00 GMT

Most of us have been conditioned to fear failure. We have been told that failure is not an option, that to fail is unacceptable. But, this type of thinking ignores the valuable role that failure plays in our lives.

If you are allowing your failures to control you, and you have become a victim to your setbacks, it is time to change your mindset.

5 Simple Power Habits For A Better You

Rob Witty — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 11:18:00 GMT

All of us want to be a better person, whether to make us more marketable, or to make us better friends and family members.

Unfortunately, it can be hard to know where to start or how to go about it. I want to share five things that you can incorporate into your everyday life to become a better you.

Are These Things Holding You Back from Reaching Your Peak

Rob Witty — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 11:08:00 GMT

Is there something that is stopping you from reaching your peak, the very best version of yourself? Are you where you want to be? Does your life and career trajectory, feel like it’s stalled a little or even plateaued?

Have a good look at yourself and see if you’re being held back by one or more of these four big things that commonly stop people from reaching their personal best.

Strengths Start Out as Weaknesses

Rob Witty — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 11:14:00 GMT

Have you ever looked back on something you thought was difficult, only to now believe it’s easy?

The point is, we don’t start out in life with strengths set in stone. We start with an empty slate. Many people have natural abilities to some degree, but they still need to improve their weaknesses. It just doesn’t take them as long as others.

Be More Productive By Minimizing Your Life

Rob Witty — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 11:11:00 GMT

Productivity is an essential part of achieving success. You can’t go very far in life or excel past your position in your career or in your life without being productive.

Productivity is hard to master and even harder to maintain; people often need to be equipped with a certain toolbox to help them maintain their productivity at work and in their lives.

Do You Practice Positive Self-Talk?

Rob Witty — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 11:39:00 GMT

The self talk or messages that you tell yourself will either encourage and motivate you to reach your goals, or they will limit your potential if they are negative.

The things that you tell yourself are an essential aspect of achieving success. It is imperative because these messages will determine whether you'll keep moving forward or if you'll quit.

Here are practical tips to help you provide yourself with the positive self-talk you need to find success.

Best Ways to Improve Your Focus and Find Success

Rob Witty — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 10:34:00 GMT

According to a study released by Microsoft in 2015, the average attention span of a human is eight-seconds (What!), less than that of a goldfish.

Due to our digital connectedness, this number has shrunk significantly over the years. Our shortened attention spans can dramatically reduce our chances of finding the success we desire.

However, with a combination of tools and a change in mindset, it's possible to eliminate distractions and improve your focus.

4 Warnings That It's Time to Change Your Mindset

Rob Witty — Thu, 06 Sep 2018 10:04:00 GMT

When negative beliefs and assumptions start to consume you, then you will undoubtedly be unhappy in your life. However, if you have a positive mindset, then you’ll live a happier life.

Ultimately, our perception is our reality, so actively changing the way you look at life can make all the difference. A negative mindset will cloud your judgment, making it difficult to tell when negative thoughts are outside ourselves or a part of our inner psyche.

If you find that negative thoughts and emotions constantly surround you, it may be time to change your mindset.

Why Persistence Is The Key To Any Success

Rob Witty — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 11:37:00 GMT

We know, from history, that Thomas Edison tried and failed a variety of experiments when harnessing the power of the light bulb. As the story is told he had over 10,000 failures, in his quest to light up the world.

At no point did Thomas Edison ever consider himself a failure. He, like any successful person, he saw failure as a learning opportunity.

5 Positive Actions That Improve Your Happiness

Rob Witty — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 10:22:00 GMT

Seems like people everywhere are searching for 'happiness'. Try taking a look around the self-help section of your local bookstore and you will see a plethora of publications promising to help you become happy.

Happiness can be a short-term feeling, a fleeting moment when you feel joy. It can also occur more long term, linked to successful relationships, contentment, and a feeling of being where you would like to be in life.

Leadership Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Rob Witty — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 11:15:00 GMT

You deserve to enjoy the benefits that come with being a leader. But sometimes it's difficult to live up to the expectations of others. And the reality is that sometimes you'll make mistakes.

As a leader, your mistakes can result in losing your successful advantage. If you use the right strategy to fix your mistakes, however, recovering from them becomes much easier...

How to Lead Authentically and Grow Personally

Rob Witty — Mon, 07 May 2018 14:20:00 GMT

Growing as a leader also means allowing yourself to develop personally and lead an authentic and meaningful life.

The best leaders among us know when to prioritize themselves, how to continue to grow and develop consistently throughout life, and how to follow their own values. If you are on a path toward personal development and leadership...