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Skin in the game
As a principle, I choose not to work with clients who have a passive approach to engagements. You know the kind, the drifters who want to get a “taste” of how it’s like to be coached or consulted by an expert. And I will be the first in line to say that most of the…
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Are you willing to wear your white belt?
As a practising martial artist, I couldn’t help but love this story that Tim Ferriss put out recently. It’s from George Leonard’s book, Mastery, a must-read if the subject interests you. More so if you’re a professional coach or a martial arts practitioner. When Jigoro Kano, the founder of judo, was quite old and close to…
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Habits vs routines vs commitments
I see people confusing habits with routines or, worse, commitments! Yes, they’re all interrelated but quite different from each other. Here’s a handy explanation that might help you understand the difference and prioritize what you need to work on right now. HabitsBehaviors that flow automatically and do not require a conscious effort. They’re often prompted…