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Turn ME Upside Down!

Kent Julian — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:37:02 +0000

Turn ME Upside Down − Key to Success in Leadership Each year, I have the privilege of being the opening or closing keynote speaker at 25 to 35 conferences across the United States. Recently, I spoke at a leadership conference with the theme “Turn ME Upside Down!“ The idea was, as leaders, one of our main roles is to turn “ME”…

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Go Ahead, Ride Your Bike Without a Helmet

Kent Julian — Thu, 14 May 2026 11:05:07 +0000

I speak and write extensively about success. In fact, an entire chapter in my latest book is dedicated to the topic. Not surfacey success like power, prestige, prosperity, or position, but real success—success in our personal character, success in serving others, success in our work ethic, and success in relationships. I often refer to this…

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3 Entrepreneurial Roadblocks

Kent Julian — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:20:45 +0000

Keys for Success for Entrepreneurs — 3 Roadblocks to Avoid! If you've read this blog for any amount of time, you know I'm passionate about entrepreneurship. What's more, I've written quite a bit about the keys to success for entrepreneurs in blogs like this one. So, if you desire to be an entrepreneur…CONGRATULATIONS! The path you…

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Play Up!

McKenzie — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:24:41 +0000

If you want to improve faster, stop staying where you feel most comfortable—play up. In sports, to “play up” means competing at a higher level than you normally do. As a swim coach, I occasionally asked younger swimmers to “swim up” for relay races. For example, if I asked a 14-year-old to be part of…

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Who Am I?

McKenzie — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:26:00 +0000

“Half of the things you do, you might as well turn over to me, and I will do them quickly and correctly.” The quote above is attributed to an unknown author, but we all know who—or what—said it. AI. Artificial Intelligence. But wait a second. Did AI really say that? Putting Things Into Context Let’s…

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A Better Approach to SMART Goals

Kent Julian — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:50:06 +0000

Now that we're well into the New Year, it might be time to consider a different approach to goal setting. If you’re a goal setter, you've likely used the SMART acronym. SMART stands for: Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Time-Bound What makes this acronym powerful is its simplicity and straightforwardness. If you write goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound,…

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Classics Are Classics for a Reason

McKenzie — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:46:14 +0000

“A pessimist complains about the room temperature. An optimist hopes it will change. A realist adjusts the thermostat.” Classics Are Classics for a Reason You’ve probably heard this comparison before. You might even think it’s outdated and a bit cheesy. But classics are classics for a reason, so don’t dismiss this one too quickly.…

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Life Is Like a Simon Says Game!

McKenzie — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:12:50 +0000

“Life is like a Simon Says game. It’s designed to get you out!” —Kent Julian At the time of this writing, if you Google “the world’s greatest Simon Says leader,” the internet has an opinion—and it’s split between two people. The first is considered the “Master of Simon Says” and is a “full-time PROFESSIONAL Simon…

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The Real Secret to Success – Do The Opposite!

Kent Julian — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:31:47 +0000

According to Jerry Seinfeld, the real secret to success is simple…just do the opposite. George Costanza: “Every decision I have ever made in my entire life has been wrong…Every instinct I have in every aspect of life, be it something to wear or something to eat, it's all been wrong.” Jerry Seinfeld: “If every instinct…

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Tasks and Outcomes

McKenzie — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:42:50 +0000

Notice the heading isn't “Tasks VS Outcomes.” It's “Tasks AND Outcomes.” Both are needed. Both are good. The key is to think about them in the right order. It's easy to spend an entire day working on tasks while ignoring the fact that those tasks might not help you achieve the outcomes you want. That's…

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Why I Love Being A Professional Speaker

Kent Julian — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:18:14 +0000

I'm a professional speaker, which simply means a good portion of my business revenue comes from speaking at conferences and events. There are many reasons I enjoy being a professional speaker. I like traveling and seeing different parts of the country and the world. The revenue is good. I enjoy being on stage. I love energizing an…

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Be Pushy! SMART Goal Setting in Action

Kent Julian — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:06:21 +0000

If you want to move from DREAM to DO in your life and business, it's important to push yourself in SMART goal setting. Why? Because success does not come to the most talented or gifted. It comes to the ones who are willing to push forward and make improvements day after day after day after…

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What Is E+R=O?

Kent Julian — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 18:52:37 +0000

I'm privileged to speak and train on E+R=O all across North America, exploring its applications with audiences in both their personal lives and leadership roles. Even though this mindset is robust and multifaceted (for instance, it serves as the foundation for success, provides a clear picture of how the real world works best, and is…

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10 Things Happy Couples Do Differently

Kent Julian — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:55:30 +0000

10 Things Happy Couples Do Differently Here are 10 things happy couples do that unhealthy couples don't. How many of these characteristics describe your relationship? Lounge. Happy couples love being together. Simply hanging out together, minus an agenda and errands, brings significant happiness and joy. Listen. Happy couples listen to one another. Each person seeks…

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5 Keys To Effective Communication

Kent Julian — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:25:33 +0000

Many people believe that professional speakers automatically possess effective communication skills. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, effective communication, even for paid speakers, has more to do with what isn't said than what is said. Here are 5 keys to effective communication that you can use immediately in your interactions with others. 5…

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10 Great Leadership Quotes for Helping Others Grow

Kent Julian — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:55:23 +0000

Who doesn’t love a good leadership quote? Leadership quotes inspire us. They challenge us. Most importantly, they move us to action. But have you ever considered what makes one leadership quote better than another? It's their focus. Average leadership quotes are ME-focused while great leadership quotes are OTHERS-focused. Here are 10 great leadership quotes that focus on serving…

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Your Recipe For Success

Kent Julian — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:05:07 +0000

What's Your Recipe for Success? According to Benjamin Franklin Fairless, there are four essential ingredients to success. What is the recipe for successful achievement? To my mind there are just four essential ingredients: CHOOSE a career you love, GIVE it the best there is in you, SEIZE your opportunities, and BE a member of a…

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How to Stay Positive During the Storms of Life

Kent Julian — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 10:05:24 +0000

This blog was originally posted on June 17, 2009. However, because the story is so meaningful to my family and me, I repost it from time to time…especially around the anniversary of the event. What follows is a real-life example of how to stay positive and hopeful during the storms of life. JUNE 17, 2009…

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You Can Achieve Your Goals IF – Part 2

Kent Julian — Thu, 15 May 2025 19:00:41 +0000

As mentioned in a previous post, you CAN move from DREAM to DO and achieve your goals. I absolutely believe this is true! Why? For one, I have personally experienced this reality, and my journey hasn't been easy. But even more, I've met dozens of people who have experienced greater challenges than I have who are achieving their…

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Stop Sharpening Your Pencil

McKenzie — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 03:17:31 +0000

“More Is Learned Through MOVEMENT Than Meditation.” When our three kiddos were young, they loved using our electric pencil sharpener. Their goal? To make their pencil points perfectly sharp. One by one, our three little kiddos would push their pencil into the sharpener for five to 10 seconds. When they pulled it out, if the…

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Strengths on Steroids — Not a Good Thing

McKenzie — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 19:11:51 +0000

Personality tests are designed to help people discover their natural strengths and talents. Some of the most popular ones are Myers-Briggs, DISC, and Enneagram. But did you know that a personality strength taken to an extreme becomes a weakness? As a matter of fact, when this happens, it usually becomes your greatest weakness. For instance,…

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Life Lessons from Scalping Lawns

Kent Julian — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:53:36 +0000

OUCH! This past weekend, I scalped my yard. If you don’t live in a region like the Southeast, you may have never heard of “scalping” your grass. It's the practice of mowing your lawn as low as possible in early spring. Here’s how the Lawn Doctor® blog describes it: “Scalping is mostly suitable for warm-season…

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BIG Is Little and Little Is BIG

Kent Julian — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 01:24:03 +0000

BIG is little and little is BIG. Most of us want to experience the big things life has to offer. Meaningful relationships. The ability to provide for our families. A career we enjoy. The opportunity to make a positive impact. Yet the secret to experiencing big successes is counterintuitive to what most people think. Instead…

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“What If?” Questions

Kent Julian — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 21:58:18 +0000

I love asking “What If” questions, but probably not for the reason most people think. As a speaker, I keynote for a lot of conferences and training events. Whenever possible, if other speakers are presenting, I sit in on their presentations. This is one of the benefits of being a speaker—you get a front-row seat…

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Organizing the Important

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:33:30 +0000

There are many ways to organize your time and focus. But most of us, myself included, often make the mistake of prioritizing URGENT things over important things. Why is this? It's because urgent things cry out the loudest. They whine more often. They push and shove their way to the top of our minds. And if those…

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You Can Achieve Your Goals IF

Kent Julian — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 11:00:23 +0000

You CAN move from DREAM to DO and achieve your goals even though some people will say: “I don't think you can.” “You're not good enough.” “It's impossible!” While achieving your goals is definitely possible, there is a big IF in the equation. You Can Achieve Your Goals IF If you don't know my story, here are…

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3 Steps for Failing Up – How to Turn Failure Into Success

Kent Julian — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 14:54:30 +0000

FAILING UP — How Failure Leads to Success We all mess up. We all make mistakes. However, if you want to move from DREAM to DO in what matters most to you — if you want to live it forward in your life, career, business, or leadership — you must learn the secret to failing up.…

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How to Get Better Results in Your Life and Business

Kent Julian — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:03:02 +0000

How to Get Better Results When it comes to getting better results, BIG is little and little is BIG. Here's what it means: If you want big results in your life or work, you have to do the right little things consistently. And if you do the right little things consistently, the big results you…

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Positive Thinking Is Good for Your Brain

Kent Julian — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 11:00:28 +0000

How do you react to the term positive thinking? Does it motivate you? Or is it just a touchy-feely, fluff-and-stuff phrase to you? Research reveals positive thinking can add real value to your life. Here's how negative thinking and positive thinking affect your brain differently. What Negative Thinking Does to Your Brain Negative thinking narrows your…

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How to Deal With Stress at Work and Home

Kent Julian — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 11:00:32 +0000

Challenges are a fact of life. Challenges at work. Challenges at home. Even challenges in your personal life. Challenges can create stress, fear, and even anxiety. How can you best deal with stress when it arises at work, at home, or in your personal life? The best strategy I have found is to focus on…

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How To Say NO and Back It Up

Kent Julian — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 11:00:38 +0000

Knowing how to say NO and back it up might be a more important key to success than knowing how to say yes. The reason? The more success you experience, the more requests you will receive. Therefore, if you have a heart to serve others, your plate will quickly become full once you get good…

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3 Positive U-Turns on Your Road to Success

Kent Julian — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:00:33 +0000

3 Positive U-Turns on Your Road to Success Ever find yourself driving down the road headed in the wrong direction? What's the quickest way to solve that problem? Make a U-turn. What about on your road to success? Have you ever found yourself headed in the wrong direction on that road? What's the quickest way…

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Go Ahead Already – Make A Decision!

Kent Julian — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:10 +0000

Decision-making. You face a multitude of decisions every day. Should you focus on a project or catch up on Facebook? What should you wear? To exercise or not to exercise? Wake up on time or hit the snooze button again? Should you change jobs? How can you best serve your community? How do you best…

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7 Success Principles You Can Use on Your Journey to Success and Significance

Kent Julian — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:33 +0000

Most people want both success and significance. For instance, financial and career success feels empty if significant relationships are absent from your life. Similarly, if you have deep and meaningful relationships, but your career and finances are a royal mess, that's not a good place to be either. Here are 7 success principles I strive…

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3 Power Words to Positively & Powerfully Shape Your Life

Kent Julian — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:05 +0000

Three power words have helped shape my life and the Live It Forward brand. (Actually…it's two power statements and one power word.) These three power statements can help you succeed in your life and career as well! 3 Power Words SHOW UP. There are two ways to show up. The first is passive. It's blowing in…

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How To Be Successful – Know What Success Is

Kent Julian — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 10:00:48 +0000

Jack Higgins, the author of The Eagle Has Landed, once said, “I wish I would have known that when you get to the top, there is nothing there.” If you want to know how to be successful, the first place to start is to know what true success is and what true success is not. Let's…

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The Myth of Quality Time

Kent Julian — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:16 +0000

Have your big plans ever failed? Not just your big plans in work or business, but with your family? As a parent, you've probably tried to plan quality time. But if you're like me, you have discovered that quality time cannot be forced. For instance, if your daughter wants to hang out with her friends…

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3 Simple Ideas On How To Beat Procrastination

Kent Julian — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:26 +0000

A primary reason people procrastinate is because it satisfies. Think about it…doing something that generates immediate gratification feels more pleasurable than doing something that is more important yet not as enjoyable. However, while procrastination promises ease, relaxation, and happiness, its promises are empty. Instead of ease, it delivers struggles. Instead of relaxation, it leads to sloth.…

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How To Achieve Your Goals In 3 Steps

Kent Julian — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:00:35 +0000

We are officially halfway through the year. And with that comes the opportunity to look at your life from a new perspective. It's your chance to think deeply about who you are and what you value. You get to evaluate where you are compared to the start of the year. Then, to strategically plan how…

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You Get What You Expect – Part 2

Kent Julian — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:00:35 +0000

I recently shared the story of how Jim Vaught, my middle school basketball coach, taught me to embrace high expectations for myself. One great thing about embracing high expectations for yourself is you don’t need to be extra smart, have extra money, or be extra good-looking. You only need the belief that you can be more, do…

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You Get What You Expect – Part 1

Kent Julian — Sun, 26 May 2024 10:00:28 +0000

A Man Named Jim I would have never amounted to much if it wasn’t for the high expectations of others. Jim Vaught was one of those individuals who expected a lot of me and taught me to have high expectations for myself. As a child, I lacked confidence due to a lot of issues, but…

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The Power Of Recognition

Kent Julian — Sun, 12 May 2024 10:23:18 +0000

One thing everyone needs in life is recognition. Even the smallest amount of recognition can leave an imprint that lasts forever. Helen P. Mrosla, a teaching nun, wrote a story of an experience that well displays the true power of recognition. Here is her story, taken from the book Becoming a Person of Influence by…

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Vote for Yourself – 3 Traits of a Good Leader

Kent Julian — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:25:19 +0000

It's Election Year. Time to vote. And your vote counts. It really does. Even more important, it's your patriotic duty, so be sure to vote. But did you know every day is Election Day in your life? Each day you get a chance to vote, and your choices count a lot! In fact, it's your…

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Thanks A Lot! How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier

Kent Julian — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:05:06 +0000

Is it true that people are born either optimistic or pessimistic? In other words, are some people just naturally happier than others? The debate on natural happiness has been going on for centuries, but according to Dr. Robert A. Emmons in the book Thanks! How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier, people can become happier by practicing…

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Do The Opposite

Kent Julian — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:32:48 +0000

Here's a fun experiment you can try that will help you be more successful in life and business. Ready? Do the opposite Be courageous this week by doing the opposite of what everyone else does. This might sound nuts and even a little scary, but think about it for a moment. If you want to…

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How to Break Free from Mediocrity

Kent Julian — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 12:47:39 +0000

Does your life feel routine and monotonous? You wake up, brush your teeth, eat breakfast, head out the door to battle rush-hour traffic, stare at your computer, sit in meetings, scarf down lunch, sit in more meetings, stare at your computer some more, fight rush-hour traffic again, eat dinner, plop down in front of the…

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Unconventional Personality Test: Your Greatest Strength Becomes a Weakness

Kent Julian — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:07:30 +0000

When Your Greatest Strength Becomes Your Greatest Weakness If you've taken a personality test, you've likely learned a lot about your strengths. But did you know your greatest strengths, taken to an extreme, can become weaknesses? For instance, when these four personality types are taken to the extreme, notice how their primary strength becomes a weakness:…

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7 Things To Drop ASAP If You Want to Be Happy

Kent Julian — Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:05:47 +0000

Do you want to be happy and experience more joy? Then it is best to let go of a few things. Here are 7 things you can drop that will help you experience more joy and happiness. 7 Things to Drop If You Want to Be Happy Drop the Worry. Stop worrying about things that…

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More Than A Mentor – A Tribute to Dan Miller

Kent Julian — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:51:58 +0000

* NOTE: You can listen to Kent's podcast tribute to Dan Miller via Apple Podcast Link or Website Link * NOTE: Be sure to view the pictures at the bottom of this post. More Than A Mentor There have been dozens and dozens — possibly even hundreds — of people who have mentored me. Nothing formal.…

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171. More Than A Mentor

Kent Julian — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 08:00:27 +0000

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7 Critical Success Factors for Entrepreneurs

Kent Julian — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 15:30:44 +0000

I've been doing this entrepreneur thing for a while. If you know my story, you know I didn't start out as an entrepreneur. Nor did I come from an entrepreneurial family. Despite my background, I've managed to cultivate the life and work I love as a business owner. Along the way, I've discovered seven critical…

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Little Hinges Swing Big Doors

Kent Julian — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 14:48:11 +0000

Have you ever noticed how little hinges swing big doors? In the same way, some small ideas are so powerful, they swing open big goals in our lives. I recently read three little ideas from W. Clement Stone that blew me away! They are simple, little hinges. However, because they are so rich and full of meaning,…

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7 Traits of the BEST of the BEST

Kent Julian — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 19:09:30 +0000

As a keynote speaker and leadership trainer, I have the privilege of working alongside some of the “best of the best.” Some amazingly successful people. To clarify, “amazingly successful” does not necessarily mean these people have achieved power, prestige, riches, or fame. Some have. Others have not. In fact, some names you would know. Others……

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8 Purpose Quotes – Thoughts on Mission and Success

Kent Julian — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:44:38 +0000

Do you like a good quote as much as I do? The best quotes make the challenges of life easier to understand and simpler to face. I especially like good purpose quotes because they help me gain a clearer focus on what matters most. Here are 8 great “Purpose Quotes” that encompass some of the best thoughts on…

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21 Quick Tips to Reduce Stress and Avoid Burnout

Kent Julian — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:45:40 +0000

We all deal with stress in our lives. Professional stress. Relational stress. Personal stress. Emotional stress. And all this stress can lead to burnout. But you don't have to let this happen. Here are 21 quick tips on how to reduce stress and avoid burnout on a daily basis. 21 Tips to Reduce Stress and…

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Time Management Tips for Your Lifestyle Business – The Best Way to Tackle Your Stack of Stuff

Kent Julian — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 13:45:54 +0000

As a thought leader or lifestyle entrepreneur, when your to-do list is jammed packed and your stack of stuff is piled to the ceiling, the first items that usually get cut are from your personal life. Yet this approach is the exact opposite of what you should do…both for your business and personal life. One definition of…

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How To Find Your Passion – 7 Great Questions to Ask Yourself

Kent Julian — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:05:06 +0000

After coaching and training thousands of speaking and thought-leader clients, one of the questions I hear most often is: How do I find my passion? Knowing how to find your passion isn't easy. If it were, this question wouldn't be asked by so many people. However, you CAN find your passion, and the best place to…

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The Power of Hope

Kent Julian — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:15:32 +0000

I frequently speak and write about the “keys to success” and often throw the word “real” or “true” in front of the word “success.” Additionally, when speaking about success, my focus is usually on the “most important roles of life.” Curious as to why the emphasis is on words like “real” and “true” and phrases…

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Does Positivity Really Matter?

Kent Julian — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:35:49 +0000

There's been a lot written about positive psychology in books such as Authentic Happiness and The Happiness Advantage. At the core of each of these books, as well as others like them, is the fundamental question: Does positivity really matter? At many of my events, I offer products and merchandise including books and wristbands to help people retain the message…

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How to Become a Better Leader in Direct Sales (5 Shortcuts)

Kent Julian — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:45:52 +0000

Leadership is a big topic in direct sales. This means everyone has an opinion about it. But if you're new to leading a downline team, you probably want to know how to become a better leader as quickly as possible. The following shortcuts will save you a lot of agony and help you avoid common leadership…

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5 Time Management Tips (HINT: These Really Work)

Kent Julian — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:15:57 +0000

You've read dozens of time management books. You've implemented at least a half dozen time management systems. You've tried every time management hack under the sun. YET… you still feel like TIME MANAGES YOU instead of the other way around. What's a person to do? Try these 5 time management tips. They actually work! 5…

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How to Unplug and Recharge

Kent Julian — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:00:56 +0000

Knowing how to unplug and recharge is a critical success factor that leads to better performance, greater productivity, and ultimately… a better life. The reason knowing how to unplug is so important is because it gives you the time and space to recharge mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Once recharged, you can jump back into…

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5 Words of Wisdom That Guarantee Success in Life and Work

Kent Julian — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:05:37 +0000

Success is often defined by power, prestige, and profit. Yet many who achieve these status symbols eventually ask: “Is this all there is?” How disappointing it must be to invest so much time and energy in achieving challenging results only to realize your ladder of success has been leaning up against a counterfeit wall. In…

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Thoughts on Success – Use Up Your Life!

Kent Julian — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:42:05 +0000

Go Ahead and Use Up Your Life! Here is one of those thoughts on success that's a classic: Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming—”Wow…What a Ride!”…

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Do You Have Stick-to-it-tiveness?

Kent Julian — Sat, 13 May 2023 11:17:27 +0000

I lead a community called the Paid to Speak Accelerator. This mastermind community is designed to equip people to move from DREAM to DO as speakers…whether they want to speak full-time, part-time, or even use speaking to grow their business or membership site. During one of our recent weekly meetings, I shared that one of…

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Why Most People Ignore the Laws of Leadership

Kent Julian — Mon, 01 May 2023 10:15:14 +0000

There is a huge chasm between “knowers” and “doers.” Most people KNOW what to do, but few actually DO it. Amazingly, this gap provides a significant opportunity for you if you choose to take it. Irrefutable Laws of Leadership In one of the bestselling leadership books of all time, The 21 Irrefutable Laws Of Leadership,…

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How To Be Happy – 8 Things You Can Do

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:02:41 +0000

Interested in knowing how to be happy? Although happiness is not automatic, here are 8 things you can do that will help you experience more happiness. 1. Stop worrying about what other people think. If you obsess about what other people think, you'll struggle to be happy because other people will control how you feel.…

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Success Stories – How To Win Without Winning

Kent Julian — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:11:43 +0000

If you know me, you know I love hearing a good success story! And as a speaker, I get to hear of and speak of many success stories. Here's just one of those stories that I love to share. This one really connects with me because I also love running. Success Stories — When Winning…

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How To Be Smart – 5 Weird Things That Will Probably Surprise You

Kent Julian — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:33:03 +0000

Ever wonder how to be smart? Or at least how to become smarter? If you've read my story, you know I struggled academically throughout school. Early in life, this often led me to ask myself, “How can I become smarter?” Over the years, I've stumbled across multiple studies and articles about intelligence, and below are…

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Should I Lower My Expectations? (Finding True Success)

Kent Julian — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:29:31 +0000

“Am I unrealistic about achieving my goals and career objectives? Should I lower my expectations like people are telling me?” The questions above are pulled from an email I received several years ago from a former client seeking advice on finding success in the midst of a big life change. Because her questions are so…

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7 Traits of People Who Make A Difference

Kent Julian — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:10:50 +0000

Many definitions are attached to the word “success.” Some would include making it to the top of your profession, earning a great income, becoming famous, winning awards, or gaining influence. While success can encompass these descriptions, a major ingredient that should be included in any definition is making a positive difference in the lives of…

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Kids Spell “LOVE” Funny

Kent Julian — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 11:06:44 +0000

Kids spell L-O-V-E funny. They spell it T-I-M-E. That's the secret to family success! The end of January is always a busy time for our family since we're celebrating all our kids' birthdays in a span of 3 days. Chris' birthday is the 28th and McKenzie and Kelsey's is the 31st. With all three of…

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How To Love The Work You Do

Kent Julian — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:43:01 +0000

What's the secret to real career success? Even mundane work is great when it's associated with work that you love! Ever since I started Live It Forward, I get asked many questions regarding life, business, or entrepreneurship, among many other facets. But there are two questions I get asked time and time again, especially related…

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Don’t Be Picky – Encouragement Matters

Kent Julian — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 12:48:23 +0000

True success requires encouragement. Whether you are seeking success in your marriage, family, friendships, work, business, or personal development…encouragement will likely be needed. This is especially true during the holiday season. Many people are struggling during this time of year — whether it's financially, family tension, or loss — which makes this season a great…

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Dare To Be Different

Kent Julian — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 10:45:54 +0000

Do you want to grow personally and professionally? Would you like to enhance your leadership skills? Do you want to be better today than you were yesterday? Then you have to do the opposite of what most people do. You have to dare to be different. You see, any worthwhile goal requires you to swim…

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WHO I Am Thankful For…

Kent Julian — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:04:39 +0000

This past week was Thanksgiving and there are a lot of things for which I am thankful. But more importantly, there are a lot of PEOPLE for whom I am thankful. Here is my TOP TEN List of people I am thankful for: 10. Educators — As a professional speaker, I speak to businesses and…

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Why You Should Never Say: “I Want To Start My Own Business”

Kent Julian — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:00:01 +0000

It's exciting to say: I want to start my own business. But this statement is actually a terrible place to start if you want to build a long-lasting, successful business. You might be wondering why this statement is such a bad starting point. Let me explain… Most new entrepreneurs think their want is enough to start a business. It’s…

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Jason Mraz and Learned Optimism

Kent Julian — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 12:51:04 +0000

To know me is to know I love music. And when it comes to artists, Jason Mraz is one of my favorites. Kathy and I saw him a few years ago at an amphitheater in Orange Beach. I also had the chance to meet him a few years back while walking through the Atlanta airport!…

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How to Apply The E+R=O Mindset in Leadership

Kent Julian — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 18:17:20 +0000

This is the fourth post in a series on The E+R=O Mindset. Links to other posts are at the bottom of this page. The previous three posts focused on E+R=O in regard to personal and professional development. This one focuses on the impact E+R=O can have on leadership. As with the previous posts, if you…

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How I Started Applying The E+R=O Mindset to Professional Development

Kent Julian — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:20:48 +0000

This is the third post in a series on The E+R=O Mindset. Links to other posts are at the bottom of this page. The #1 success principle for personal and professional development is the E+R=O mindset. If you are not familiar with E+R=O, here is a quick review. The E+R=O Mindset vs. The E=O Mindset.…

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How I Started Applying The E+R=O Mindset to Personal Development

Kent Julian — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:38:46 +0000

This is the second post in a series on The E+R=O Mindset. Links to other posts are at the bottom of this page. The #1 success principle for personal development and achievement is the E+R=O mindset. If you are not familiar with E+R=O, here is a quick review. The E+R=O Mindset vs. The E=O Mindset.…

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How I Was Introduced to The E+R=O Mindset

Kent Julian — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 23:28:42 +0000

As a professional speaker, I have the privilege of keynoting for business and association conferences. And over the years, I've become known for a specific core message. I view this message as an amazing gift that was given to me that I now get to share with hundreds of audiences. What is the core message?…

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How to Become a Motivational Speaker – It’s Not What You Think

Kent Julian — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:15:12 +0000

I'm a professional speaker. My presentations primarily focus on leadership, corporate culture, and employee engagement. With that said, when people find out about the work I do, most respond by saying something like, “So, you're a motivational speaker?” (I even had this conversation last week with an acquaintance I've known for 5 years.) I used…

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The Common Denominator of Success Is Work

Kent Julian — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:01:14 +0000

One of Vince Lombardi's most famous quotes is: “The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary.” But don't miss this. Vince Lombardi also said: “The common denominator of success is work.” The Common Denominator of Success is Work Why is work the common denominator for success? Here are three important reasons to…

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Time To Reveiw (and UPDATE) Your Personal Goals

Kent Julian — Sun, 14 Aug 2022 10:01:21 +0000

Setting and achieving personal goals is not a once-a-year process. It's ongoing…annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly, and even daily. What's more, now is one of the most strategic times to review and UPDATE your personal goals. Time to Review (and UPDATE) Your Personal Goals When and How to Review Your Goals. If you don't regularly review…

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3 Realities to Living Your Dream Life

Kent Julian — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 09:15:50 +0000

When you graduated high school or college, were you challenged by a motivational speaker to live your dream life? While I don't speak at graduations much anymore, I used to quite often. As a graduation speaker, my job was to inspire students to apply what they learned in school to live their dream life. While…

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A Different Kind of Personality Test – 7 Toxic Personalities to Avoid

Kent Julian — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

You have probably taken at least one personality test. The DiSC profile. Myers-Briggs. Perhaps even the Enneagram. But have you ever seen a personality test that identifies toxic personalities? I haven't. Here's a quick personality test for identifying toxic personalities. It's not really a personality test, it's just a list of seven draining personalities I've…

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12 Quotes on How To Be Successful

Kent Julian — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:55:51 +0000

How to Be Successful “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” —Herman Cain “Learn how to handle rejection, work hard, and function outside of your comfort zone.” —Gonzo Arzuaga “Our greatest fear should not be of failure but…

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5 Ways to Enjoy Life More Starting Today

Kent Julian — Mon, 16 May 2022 10:10:14 +0000

Do you want to enjoy everyday life more, but don't know exactly how to do it? Try these 5 ideas on how to enjoy life more starting today… 5 Ways to Enjoy Life More Starting Today Live. Life is a gift. It is to be embraced and experienced with joy… even in tough times. Notice I…

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The Power of Irrational Positive Thinking

Kent Julian — Mon, 02 May 2022 10:28:28 +0000

You have likely heard of positive thinking. But have you ever heard of the power of irrational positive thinking? This idea was coined from The Optimism Bias: A Tour of the Irrationally Positive Brain by Tali Sharot. According to Sharot, “Optimism biases human and nonhuman thought. It takes rational reasoning hostage, directing our expectations toward a better…

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7 Tips on How to Build Self-Esteem (+ a Bonus Tip)

Kent Julian — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:25:43 +0000

The term “self-esteem” is often used to describe a person's sense of self-worth. Self-esteem involves a variety of personal beliefs about who you are such as your appearance, belief system, talents, and behaviors. Healthy self-esteem leads to a balance of confidence and humility. Unhealthy self-esteem leads to a lack of confidence mixed with either egotism…

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11 Quotes to Unlock Your Full Potential

Kent Julian — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 11:15:39 +0000

Do you ever feel like you haven't unlocked your full potential? Do you think you have more to offer? That there is more deep inside you, and you just are not sure how to access it? Chances are I'm not the only person who can feel this way. A lot of us have more to…

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Dreams Come True – Wanna Learn The Secret?

Kent Julian — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:03:56 +0000

Dreams can come true IF you know the secret. So…wanna know the secret? How Can Dreams Come True? It's in this quote from Mark Twain: Dreams can come true, but there is a secret. They are realized through the magic of persistence, determination, commitment, passion, practice, focus, and hard work. They happen a step at…

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Great Leaders Are Never Self-Made

Kent Julian — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:15:30 +0000

Great leaders are never self-made, nor is great leadership about yourself. Leaders are made by others serving and shaping them. Then these leaders become great by doing the same — by serving and shaping those around them. In other words, great leadership is not about building up your own platform. Great leadership is about serving…

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Birthday Letters to Your Children

Kent Julian — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 21:56:28 +0000

Kathy (my wife) and I have three children, and we celebrate all their birthdays the last week of January. As you can imagine, that week is always a jam-packed week. Christopher's birthday is January 28. McKenzie and Kelsey's birthday is January 31. Several years ago, I made it my goal to write a birthday letter…

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How To Define Vision

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 12:01:17 +0000

“If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don't have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.” – Steve Jobs Vision statements. Vision documents. Vision boards. There is a lot of talk about vision, but have you ever asked yourself exactly what is vision or how to define it? How…

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How To Build Self-Confidence in 3 Simple Steps

Kent Julian — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 10:55:46 +0000

Do you lack self-esteem? Do you want to know how to build self-confidence quickly and almost automatically? Most people believe self-esteem and self-confidence are much harder to develop than they actually are. I used to be one of them. Yet growing in self-confidence simply requires building the right actions into your life. Here are three…

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7 Happiness Quotes That Will Put a Smile on Your Face

Kent Julian — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:01:19 +0000

Can you think of a better way to start your day than with seven happiness quotes to remind you to put a smile on your face and gratitude in your heart? Happiness Quotes: "The happiest people in the world are those who...accept total responsibility for every part of their life." —Brian Tracy “We tend to…

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Get Er Done! 3 Success Factors from Larry the Cable Guy

Kent Julian — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:07:20 +0000

Larry the Cable Guy of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour is famous for saying: “Get Er Done!” And while he might come off as a redneck goofball who doesn't know much about much, nothing could be further from the truth. He's a brilliant entrepreneur who can teach us a lot about success. Here are three…

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How To Be Happy

Kent Julian — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:05:20 +0000

How To Be Happy? We're all striving for happiness. It's even written in the Declaration of Independence… “the pursuit of happiness.” But the question still remains, how do we be happy? According to Denis Waitley… You cannot go to Hawaii to find happiness. A new car or house will not bring you happiness. Becoming a…

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Guerrilla Marketing (Without Beating Your Chest)

Kent Julian — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 10:10:29 +0000

Guerrilla marketing is not gorilla marketing. Yet sometimes entrepreneurs get the two confused. I'll be the first to admit there have been times I've beat my chest and screamed loudly in an attempt to get noticed. And although gorilla tactics are noisy, it doesn't take long to discover they are also annoying. What's the Difference?…

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How To Stop Procrastinating and GET STUFF DONE

Kent Julian — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 10:55:54 +0000

“A year from now you may wish you had started today.” — Karen Lamb How To Stop Procrastinating and GET STUFF DONE Get Going. Wake up early. Lead your life from quiet. Then start. Eliminate Distractions. Cluttered mess; cluttered mind. No need to be a neat freak. Just keep one project in front of you at…

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Boss vs. Leader? A Human Development Question.

Kent Julian — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:50:48 +0000

Have you ever thought about a boss vs. a leader? What's the difference between the two? As H. Gordon Selfridge says “The boss drives people; the leader coaches them. The boss depends on authority; the leader on goodwill. The boss inspires fear; the leader inspires enthusiasm. The boss says I; the leader says WE. The…

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What Makes a Great Leader?

Kent Julian — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 09:45:56 +0000

What Makes a Great Leader? Simplicity brings clarity. It pushes away the fluff and gets right to the core. The best mantras and rallying cries are simple. So in simple terms, what makes a great leader? Is it a specific set of leadership characteristics? How about a handful of leadership skills? Taking Action A multitude…

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What Makes You Say: “I Love My Job!”

Kent Julian — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:05:56 +0000

Apple's Steve Jobs was passionate about his work. For him, the secret to saying “I love my job” is summed up in one of his famous quotes. “You have to be burning with an idea, or a problem, or a wrong that you want to right. If you're not passionate enough from the start, you'll…

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How To Be A Better Person

Kent Julian — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:05:24 +0000

How To Be A Better Person “Be more concerned with your character than with your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.” – Coach John Wooden What a classic inspirational quote! If you want to become a better person, focus on your character…

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How To Deliver An Awesome Speech

Kent Julian — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:15:52 +0000

Do you have difficulty delivering an effective presentation? Are you overcome by the fear of public speaking? Does the thought of speaking in public cause you to break out in a cold sweat? Here are 7 presentation skills you can develop to guarantee you deliver an awesome speech! 7 Effective Presentation Skills 1. Be an…

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170. How to FAIL Up

Kent Julian — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 07:00:35 +0000

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How To Be Confident When You Don’t Know What To Say

Kent Julian — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:15:58 +0000

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you don't know what to say? I have! It usually happens when I'm out of my comfort zone and I'm not sure how to be confident in a given situation. Can you relate? So what's a person to do? Here are three quick and simple tips that will…

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169. My Business Got Canceled

Kent Julian — Wed, 26 May 2021 09:33:49 +0000

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7 Steps to Success for BE-ing An Entrepreneur

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 May 2021 10:10:32 +0000

The steps to success for entrepreneurs, especially for entrepreneurs just starting out, are as much about being as they are about doing. Sounds sort of philosophical, doesn't it? Perhaps this explanation will help. If you want to be a successful entrepreneur, you can focus on “doing” entrepreneurial stuff. However, if you don't quickly “become” entrepreneurial in the…

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168. What’s in a Name?

Kent Julian — Wed, 12 May 2021 07:00:48 +0000

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167. Stop Setting Goals

Kent Julian — Fri, 07 May 2021 07:00:48 +0000

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I’m Sick of Common Sense

Kent Julian — Sat, 01 May 2021 10:15:25 +0000

Let's imagine something together, shall we? Imagine you are a speaking coach. You spend hours with a particular client explaining the ins and outs of a Paid to Speak strategy. You share the same strategic steps that have worked for hundreds of your clients in the past. During the coaching sessions, there is a lot…

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166. Make a Decision Already

Kent Julian — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:00:17 +0000

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165. Be a Character

Kent Julian — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:47:44 +0000

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164. The Blessings of a Root Canal

Kent Julian — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 09:49:00 +0000

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Transitional Leadership – How To Transition Well

Kent Julian — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 09:45:26 +0000

Effective leadership requires lots of leadership qualities. For instance, one of the most important leadership qualities is to know which leadership styles are positive and which are not. Also, good leaders know the difference between leadership and management. Even more, great leaders know how to take 100 percent ownership of their lives. One concept that rarely gets…

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163. Are You Stuck in a Rut?

Kent Julian — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 07:13:18 +0000

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162. This Success Secret Might Surprise You

Kent Julian — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 07:00:01 +0000

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5 Ways to Get Over Hump Day

Kent Julian — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 09:25:23 +0000

You've seen the hump day commercial. Recently, someone told me the reason he likes that commercial is it not only makes him laugh, but it also helps him get over hump day. I like the commercial too. It definitely makes me grin and instantly puts me in a good mood (how could a talking camel…

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161. 5 Things to Drop If You Want to Be Happier

Kent Julian — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 10:00:29 +0000

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160. This Episode is for My French Bulldog (But You Can Listen In)

Kent Julian — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:43:30 +0000

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159. How to Be Proactively Lazy

Kent Julian — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 07:00:35 +0000

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Work Hard Play Hard – Where Do You Stand?

Kent Julian — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:26:05 +0000

When you hear the phrase work hard play hard, what comes to mind? Does work hard play hard mean dragging yourself through the week slaving away at a J-O-B you hate so that during the weekend you can play hard at what you love? As the song says: “Everybody working for the weekend!” Or does the phrase make…

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158. Chutes and Ladders

Kent Julian — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 07:00:31 +0000

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157. Be REMARKABLE (It’s Not as Hard as You Think)

Kent Julian — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 08:00:15 +0000

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156. You May Need to Take a Cold Shower After This Episode

Kent Julian — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 08:00:56 +0000

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How To Make A Difference – Think S.W.I.M.

Kent Julian — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 10:45:52 +0000

Lots of people want to make a difference. But how many of us actually back it up with our actions? I coached swimming for 6 years in the late 80s and early 90s. In the 80s, I coached the North Manor Marlins. In the 90s, I coached the Steeple Station Stingrays. Then in 1992, a…

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155. 4 Truths I Learned from Being a Loser

Kent Julian — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:00:11 +0000

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154. I Was a Loser and I Knew It

Kent Julian — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 08:00:22 +0000

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153. How to Get a 2200 Percent Pay Raise with One Idea

Kent Julian — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 08:00:03 +0000

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152. Stop Trying to Discover Your Passion

Kent Julian — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:00:05 +0000

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12 Questions Successful Entrepreneurs Ask Themselves BEFORE Pursuing Self Employment

Kent Julian — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 11:15:12 +0000

I’m an entrepreneur. What's more, I consider myself among the ranks of successful entrepreneurs. I hesitate writing this because it sounds boastful, but I don't mean it to come off that way. I say this with tremendous gratitude and even wonder. I've worked hard to be in the ranks of successful entrepreneurs and it hasn't…

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151. When Your Greatest Strength Becomes a Weakness

Kent Julian — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 08:00:12 +0000

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150. Lifestyle Business and Your Calling 2

Kent Julian — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:08:22 +0000

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149. Lifestyle Business and Your Calling 1

Kent Julian — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:00:02 +0000

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148. What is a Lifestyle Business

Kent Julian — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:00:55 +0000

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147. 2 Words That Can Reduce Stress

Kent Julian — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 08:00:30 +0000

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146. No One Tells You About the Secret Sauce

Kent Julian — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:00:47 +0000

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145. How to Give Yourself a Gift on Your Child’s Birthday

Kent Julian — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:00:51 +0000

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144. Don’t Allow Mistakes to Break You

Kent Julian — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 08:41:10 +0000

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10 Quotes About Life That Will Make You Think (And Move You To Action)

Kent Julian — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 11:15:11 +0000

Do you love good quotes about life as much as I do? Good quotes about life cause us to look at things in a new way. Good quotes about life challenge us to think differently. And the best motivational quotes about life inspire us to consider new possibilities. I am a quote collector and have…

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143. Planned Neglect

Kent Julian — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:00:10 +0000

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142. 3 Ways to Start Building Wealth Today

Kent Julian — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 08:00:50 +0000

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141. Who Am I to Share Advice?

Kent Julian — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:49:13 +0000

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140. Comfortably Active vs Comfortably Inactive

Kent Julian — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:00:22 +0000

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Planned Neglect | How to Achieve Your Goals

Kent Julian — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 15:05:12 +0000

One of my biggest tools for success is not quite normal. It's called “planned neglect.” Sounds weird, right? How can neglect help you achieve your goals? It may sound weird, but I promise it works! You can achieve your goals with this not-so-normal strategy. How Planned Neglect Helps You Achieve Your Goals In his book…

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139. How to Make Things Happen

Kent Julian — Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:00:09 +0000

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138. No Regrets

Kent Julian — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 08:00:56 +0000

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137. The Best Christmas Gift I Ever Gave Myself

Kent Julian — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:00:34 +0000

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136. One Question That Will Help You Build Trust in Any Relationship

Kent Julian — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 08:00:48 +0000

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135. Thoughts on Parenting

Kent Julian — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:08:42 +0000

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How to Become a Motivational Speaker – Deliver Great Content in an Unforgettable Way

Kent Julian — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 11:11:22 +0000

Yes, I am a motivational speaker. And yes, I say that with pride. The reason I am proud to say I am a motivational speaker is because there are two categories of motivational speakers. The first category is the content-weak motivational speaker. This keynote speaker fills his or her presentation with lots of slogans and…

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134. 3 Steps for Moving Forward After a Big Mistake

Kent Julian — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 08:00:12 +0000

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133. Push a Better Replay Button

Kent Julian — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 10:40:20 +0000

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132. 2020 Vision – Can You See Clearly Now?

Kent Julian — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:54:39 +0000

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2 Words of Appreciation That Are Good For Your Health

Kent Julian — Tue, 01 Dec 2020 10:45:29 +0000

There are two words of appreciation that are also good for your health. Here they are: Thank You! Expressing these two words of appreciation are positive not only for the recipient but also for the person expressing an attitude of gratitude. For instance, saying thank you increases: Happiness Health Loyalty Productivity Friendship Energy Additionally, expressing…

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High Intention Low Attachment in Goal Setting

Kent Julian — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 11:15:15 +0000

As some of you may know, I used to coach our community summer swim team for 13 seasons. Each season, I worked with 150-180 swimmers ages 4-18. I loved coaching this team, and it was a privilege to serve as the head coach for so many years. One thing I especially enjoyed about coaching the…

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What Is Marketing? – The Critical Success Factors of Serving and Sharing

Kent Julian — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 10:05:17 +0000

Several years ago I attended a training conference where an expert shared a marketing strategy he called ABM… Always Be Marketing. If you are an entrepreneur or in sales, you know the importance of having a good marketing mix. You probably even realize that ABM is an important concept and likely a key to success for…

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2 Leadership Traits You MUST Have If You Want To Succeed!

Kent Julian — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 09:55:21 +0000

I did a google search on the phrase leadership traits. 277,000,000 results. I also did one on must-have leadership traits. 81,300,000 results. Important leadership traits. 111,000,000 results. Key leadership traits. 61,000,000 results. Essential leadership traits. 49,500,000 results. Obviously, there is a lot of discussion about leadership qualities. Do you ever think we make it too…

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BIG is Little and Little is BIG

Kent Julian — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:25:41 +0000

If you've been around long enough, you will know one of my favorite sayings is: “Big is little and little is big. “ Here's why… I speak to a lot of leaders, employers, and entrepreneurs on the topic of how to be successful. During my keynotes, I often ask audience members if they want to:…

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Don’t Just Manage Your Reputation – Own It!

Kent Julian — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 10:25:30 +0000

In today's world, the focus on reputation management grows stronger each year. But I think it's time for a change in focus — from reputation management to reputation leadership — because reputation leadership is far more important. Here's a quick illustration to clarify the difference between the two. How to Take Ownership of Your Reputation…

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Key Success Factors – Take Action to Change Your Feelings

Kent Julian — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 20:21:23 +0000

Do current events or life circumstances have you feeling down? Afraid? Uncertain? Stuck? One of the key success factors to feeling optimistic in spite of challenging circumstances is to take action. The reason? Positive actions almost always precede positive feelings. For example, let's say you are feeling sad. Normal thinking believes that in order to…

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Speaker Training – 3 Mistakes Motivational Speakers Make

Kent Julian — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 10:04:01 +0000

Often the best approach to learning something new is to figure out what not to do first so you can avoid making critical mistakes. And if you're really smart, you'll figure out what not to do by learning from someone else's mistakes instead of making those mistakes yourself. When you're learning how to get booked…

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True Success – The Power of Small Steps

Kent Julian — Sat, 23 May 2020 18:18:11 +0000

True Success — The Power of Small Steps True success is not born from one, big, lucky step. It's birthed from daily, small, consistent steps. Do you think big? Me too! But most big ideas aren't accomplished in the short-term. They take persistence over the long haul. And honestly, I sometimes struggle with this reality.…

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The Power of a Smile

McKenzie — Sun, 10 May 2020 10:59:10 +0000

Several years ago I read Freelance to Freedom by my friend, Vincent Pugliese. One short story in the book really stuck out to me. It's about the power of a smile. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. But even more, I hope you are reminded as much as I was about…

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LIF 131 – You ARE Still in Charge

Kent Julian — Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:00:42 +0000

LIF 131 – You ARE Still in Charge We all face significant challenges in life. How can you build the courage and resiliency you need to effectively face your challenges? In this special episode, I share from my heart how to best deal with the most challenges of life. SPECIAL WEBPAGE AND VIDEO mentioned in…

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The BEST Advice for New Dads – LIVE I Love You

Kent Julian — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 11:32:32 +0000

I wish you could have been with me recently when I had a conversation with a future dad about becoming a new father. He asked me for my best advice for new dads. Wow...what a discussion! My Advice for New Dads By no means am I Super Dad. I can honestly say, however, that I…

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LIF 130 – The Paid to Speak Podcast

Kent Julian — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:00:58 +0000

LIF 130 – The Paid to Speak Podcast It's finally here! The Paid to Speak Podcast has officially launched. Purpose of this Episode To announce Kent's new show: The Paid to Speak Podcast. Ideas Shared in this Episode The Paid to Speak Podcast will cover 3 overarching topics: The Art of Speaking Building Your Brand…

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Positive Attitude Is Everything

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:05:28 +0000

A positive attitude is everything when it comes to success. Zig Ziglar said it this way over and over again: “A positive attitude won't give you everything you want in life, but it will bring you more than negative thinking will.” A positive attitude is everything when it comes to success. Former Boston Red Sox…

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SUCCESS Magazine Doesn’t Do A Thing For Me

Kent Julian — Sun, 05 Jan 2020 11:25:28 +0000

SUCCESS Magazine doesn't do a thing for me. Nothing. Nada. Zero. Zip! Yet SUCCESS Magazine is my absolute favorite magazine. Not only that, it's the #1 resource I recommend to clients, friends, and acquaintances. The fact is, I recommend SUCCESS Magazine to EVERYONE! So what's the catch? If SUCCESS Magazine doesn't do a single thing…

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2 Success Factors In Doing Well While Doing Good

Kent Julian — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 15:35:49 +0000

GO BIG! Each year I come up with a goal-setting template that becomes my theme for the year. As this year ends and we begin the transition into next year, I've already begun to plan my theme for next year: GO BIG. GO BIG isn't just about me, however. It's about others as well. In…

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How To Deliver A Speech That Is UNFORGETTABLE

Kent Julian — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:13:17 +0000

Every week, I try to come up with an article, story, or video that puts a smile on your face. Today, I came up with something that puts a smile on my face, and I hope it does the same for you. I am a professional keynote speaker (aka motivational speaker) who presents in multiple…

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How To Be Successful – 7 Powerful Quotes to Live By

Kent Julian — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 12:10:29 +0000

If you're anything like me, you believe words are powerful. That's why I love finding great quotes I can strive to live by, and why I absolutely love sharing them with you! Powerful quotes can teach you how to be successful at your job, business, or personal life. As we enter November and approach the…

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Attitude of Gratitude – 5 Gratitude Quotes to Help You Shift Your Mindset

Kent Julian — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:02:08 +0000

Study after study in positive psychology points to the fact that an attitude of gratitude makes a significant difference in your happiness, health, emotions, energy, and even your levels of success. I'm a big believer in gratitude and the power it has to change not only our perspective but also our lives. That's why I…

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How To Be A Motivational Speaker Who Delivers Great Content

Kent Julian — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 13:26:32 +0000

About two weeks ago, I hosted two conferences: the Killer Keynote Conference and the Paid to Speak Conference. Both conferences are designed to help aspiring speakers move from DREAM to DO. During our 5 days together, we addressed topics like: The characteristics of effective communication How to create an engaging experience instead of just another boring…

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The Power of Choice – How To Be Successful In What Matters Most

Kent Julian — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 09:45:54 +0000

How can I be successful in what matters most? I ask myself this question a lot. Do you? If you're like me, you don't want to get to the end of your life only to realize you wasted it pursuing success in areas that don't matter. You want to live it forward in things that truly count!…

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The Key To Success for Work-Life Balance is Not Always Visible

Kent Julian — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:39:37 +0000

The most important keys to success in having a work-life balance are not always the ones that are most visible to outsiders. But that doesn't make them any less important. Picture the most successful person you can think of. Maybe they're a millionaire. Maybe they travel all over the world on speaking gigs. Maybe they've…

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The Path To Success Demands You Get Started

Kent Julian — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:05:35 +0000

One of my heaviest annual speaking seasons is starting up and I am excited! I just wrapped up my first speaking trip in about a month and am heading out again for two events this week. On the plane ride last week, I re-read a great little book by Seth Godin entitled Poke The Box. In…

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Be So Good They Can’t Ignore You

Kent Julian — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 13:29:41 +0000

According to comedian, actor, and musician Steve Martin, the key to success in life and work is to be so good they can't ignore you. Martin shared this key to success during an interview with Charlie Rose about his memoir Born Standing Up. “Nobody ever takes note of [my advice] because it's not the answer they wanted…

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Live It Forward by Writing Good Stories

Kent Julian — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 10:39:20 +0000

Live It Forward means… Living intentionally and proactively. Causing life to happen FOR you instead of just letting life happen TO you. Determining what you want to be said about you at your funeral and then living in such a way that those words become your reality. Writing and then living the script of your…

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Key To Success For Leadership – Jump Off The Management Water Slide Ride

Kent Julian — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 12:08:58 +0000

As a professional speaker, I speak on the topics of leadership and employee engagement at conferences for all types of organizations including health care, transit, education, and more. My focus is on how to find, engage, and keep top talent by building a DREAM-to-DO culture. Find Out More About Kent Julian's Speaking When building a…

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5 Big Questions For Your Goal Setting Template

Kent Julian — Thu, 30 May 2019 09:35:51 +0000

It's a perfect day. The weather is warming up. I'm listening to my Jason Mraz station on Pandora. In a few hours, our family is going to spend some quality time together by taking our dog Buzzy on a convertible ride. To top it off, I'm thinking through the goals I set for this year. Every…

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5 Reasons Taking Time Off Is a Key to Success

Kent Julian — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 09:15:57 +0000

Surprise, surprise! I'm an avid student of success. I read books and blogs about success. I listen to podcasts on success. And when I meet people who are truly successful, one of my first actions is to ask them to lunch in order to learn more about their secrets to success. Over the years I've…

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John Maxwell’s Thoughts on Success – From Accidental Growth to Intentional Growth

Kent Julian — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 10:46:41 +0000

Now that the weather is feeling nicer, I have been spending more time on our back deck. The other day, while leading my life from quiet, I read a number of thoughts on success from the vantage point of several different authors. One article in Success Magazine by John Maxwell really grabbed my attention. In…

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THAT DAY Strategy – Key to Success

Kent Julian — Sun, 31 Mar 2019 11:10:45 +0000

In most of the keynote presentations I give to leaders and educators, I share the following key to success, which I also try to live out in my own life and leadership. The Key Variable to Success So often leaders look for the right strategy or the right program to improve their services or gain…

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LIF 129 – How Being an Oddball Can Help You Become a Better Person

Kent Julian — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 14:00:11 +0000

LIF 129 – How Being an Oddball Can Help You Become a Better Person Have you ever felt like an oddball or like you’re on the outside looking in? This feeling can lead to an opportunity for you to learn, grow, and become a better version of yourself. Purpose of this Episode To help you…

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LIF 128 – The Power of Desperate Commitment

Kent Julian — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 03:13:17 +0000

LIF 128 – The Power of Desperate Commitment If you want to move from DREAM to DO, chances are you will need to make a desperate commitment. By “desperate,” I mean both: A bold, daring, determined commitment A “this has to work or else” kind of commitment In this episode, we examine 5 powerful realities…

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LIF 127 – E+R=O Deep Dive

Kent Julian — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 14:00:14 +0000

LIF 127 – E+R=O Deep Dive E+R=O … don’t just learn it. Here’s how to live it! Event + RESPONSE = Outcome. Success in life and work is not determined by the Events you experience. Success is determined by how you Respond. Purpose of this Episode To empower you to experience success in your life…

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LIF 126 – A Gift That Really Makes an Impact

Kent Julian — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 03:00:42 +0000

LIF 126 – A Gift That Really Makes an Impact I dropped the ball. Seriously, I really messed up. But through my mistake, I learned just how much a special birthday letter I give to each of my children means to them (and to me). Purpose of this Episode You can positively influence the most…

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If You’ve Never Failed, You’re Not On The Road To Success

Kent Julian — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:47:09 +0000

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut on your road to success? Or worse … do you feel like you've hit a dead end? Or even worse … perhaps you feel like you've taken a U-turn. Instead of traveling the road to success, you're journeying down a path towards failure. The good…

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LIF 125 – We’re Back!

Kent Julian — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 15:02:50 +0000

LIF 125. We’re Back Surprise! The Live It Forward Show is back with a new season of episodes. Listen in and we’ll explain why we’re back and what we’ve been up to. Plus, Kent shares two powerful success strategies that you can implement in your life in just five minutes a day. Purpose of this…

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Personal Success When Life Doesn’t Go According To Plan (E+R=O)

Kent Julian — Sat, 16 Feb 2019 11:44:57 +0000

Personal success is easy as long as life goes according to plan. But what happens when life throws you a curveball? When instead of sunny days, the forecast holds stormy clouds? Sure, it's easy to live it forward as long as everything is going smoothly. But when you hit a few bumps along the way,…

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5 Keys To Success – Lessons Learned From Stephen Covey

Kent Julian — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:05:44 +0000

One of my heroes passed away several years ago. Although I never met Dr. Stephen Covey, he has been one of the 5 most influential people in my life via his writings and speaking. To honor his life and legacy, here are 5 Keys To Success I've learned from Stephen Covey that I strive to apply…

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The Bullhorn of Your Actions

Kent Julian — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 15:26:08 +0000

The Bullhorn of Your Actions — The #1 Key To Success The following phrase is definitely a key to success: What we believe in is evidenced by the steps we take, not just by the words we say. Did you catch that? What we believe in is evidenced by the STEPS we take, not just by the…

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Use Your Purpose to Fight Your Life’s Fight

Kent Julian — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 12:13:25 +0000

Many of us have seen fighting movies. The Rocky series. Cinderella Man. Million Dollar Baby. Southpaw. Karate Kid. Whether it’s boxing or karate, the thrill of the physical fights keeps audience members on their toes. But the real fight is not in the ring. The real fight is behind the scenes. Rocky was fighting his…

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LIF 124 – Now It’s Time to Say Goodbye

Kent Julian — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 15:16:56 +0000

LIF 124 – Now It's Time to Say Goodbye In this, the final episode of the Live It Forward Show, we take a look at what it means to move from DREAM to DO and describe what it takes to Live It Forward into your best life and calling. Purpose of this Episode To share…

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LIF 123 – Surprise!

Kent Julian — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 02:00:52 +0000

LIF 123. Surprise! We are wrapping up our Summer Shorts series with a surprise announcement. Listen in to hear how the Live It Forward Show is practicing what it preaches in moving from DREAM to DO. Purpose of this Episode To share an announcement about the future of the Live It Forward Show. Tips Shared…

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LIF 122 – The Fastest Way to Trash Your Energy and Enthusiasm

Kent Julian — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 02:00:49 +0000

LIF 122 – The Fastest Way to Trash Your Energy and Enthusiasm We are still in our Summer Shorts series where we are taking quick looks at some of the most common questions people ask about moving from DREAM to DO in their life, business, and calling. So far we’ve covered: Episode 115 — How…

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