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236 – Assk Dave (& Jen) – Your Questions From Facebook
Another installment of The Assk Dave and Jen Show that allows you to assk any question that is on your mind, from the boardroom, to the bedroom, from serious to light. There are no question that is out of bounds, so make sure you assk Dave a question and don’t forget to request a song and dedicate it to someone you LOVE. Here are some of the Questions that were asked on Today’s show How to deal with stressful situations Finding balance in a busy life What to look for when going into business with a friend How to have deeper conversations How to chose a Network Marketing company Can we see some funny pictures of David during his 10.5 year travels Your Songs on Todays Show: Dave Mathews Band – Shake Me Like a Monkey One Republic – Counting Stars Dashing Secret – Dead End (Youtube) Todays Quotes: “You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching Love like you’ll never get hurt Sing Like there’s nobody listening And live like it’s heaven on earth” William W. Purkey “I’m selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can’t handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don’t deserve me at my best.” Marilyn...
read more235 – Steven Covey, The 13 Habits of HIGH Trust
David is inspired after meeting Steven M R Covey and discussing his Bestselling book ‘The Speed of Trust” to share the 13 principles. Listen in and enjoy as he add his own ‘Kickass’ spin to the habits and how they can affect us in our personal and professional life. David also shares a recent TED talk (See Link below) on the subject of being trustworthy. The Band today is COLDPLAY (See Links Below) Quote if the Day: “A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” Book: The Speed of Trust by Steven M. R. Covey 1. Talk Straight Say what is on your mind. Don’t hide your agenda. When we talk straight we tell the truth and leave the right impression. Most employees don’t think their bosses communicate honestly. This creates a trust tax. This causes speed to go down and costs to go up. We spend entirely too much time trying to decipher truth from spin. Straight talk needs to be paired with tact. There is no excuse for being so blunt you hurt feelings and destroy relationships. Tact is a skill that can be learned and when coupled with straight talk, will build relationship trust. 2. Demonstrate Respect The principle behind demonstrating respect is the value of the individual. The behavior is acting out the Golden Rule. Almost every culture and religion recognizes the value of the Golden Rule. We should treat people the way we want to be treated. Our actions should show we care. They should be sincere. People will notice if an action is motivated by a lesser reason or an impure value. Respect is demonstrated in the “little” things we do daily. 3. Create Transparency Tell the truth in a way that can be verified. Transparency is based on principles of honesty, openness, integrity and authenticity. It is based on doing things in the open where all can see. Part of transparency is sharing information. If ever in question, err on the side of disclosure. Rollin King, founder of Southwest Airlines states, “We adopted the philosophy that we wouldn’t hide anything, not any of our problems, from the employees.” That’s transparency. 4. Right Wrongs To right a wrong is much more than apologizing. It involves making restitution. With customers it may include that free gift along with the sincere apology. We have all been to a restaurant where we received an apology along with a free dessert or a coupon for something free the next time we eat there. It is the principle of going the extra mile. Some will justify their wrongful behavior while others will try covering up their misdeeds. Both of these attempts will not only fail to make deposits in trust ac- counts, but are certain to make substantial withdrawals. 5. Show Loyalty There are many ways to show loyalty to your employees. Covey focuses on two. First, give credit to others. As a leader you need to give credit to the individuals responsible for success. A leader should never take credit for the hard work of others. Just as bad is the one who gives credit to someone in their presence, but then down-plays their contribution to others. Giving credit to others is the right thing to do. It will...
read more234 – Courtney Smith – The Keys for Creating Huge Wealth Through Investing
David is very excited and grateful to be interviewing Courtney Smith all the way from KualaLumpur. Courtney is an Expert in INVESTMENT. He is a world renown trader, author of eight books, money manager, educator, and speaker. He is the only person in history to have a high ranked mutual fund, stock picking newsletter, futures newsletter, and hedge fund. Mr. Smith is also chairman of WealthBuilder LLC, an organization that is devoted to building great investors. The company provides training and mentoring for individual and institutional investors in stocks, futures, options and foreign exchange. Mr. Smith has appeared on over 1000 TV shows and spoken at hundreds of events. On Today’s show we will learn: What it means to be an investor Changing your mindset around money, and some steps to follow Trading and Your Ego Why you should follow simple rules of investing Who can out perform the Professionals Go to sites like Investopedia and find out more on what you can learn Ensure you are learning from a great teacher The importance of giving yourself 15 minutes a day to focus and learn, and can you do it? Saving money, creating a habit Courtney will share great stories of his experiences on TV and around the world. Make sure you go to Courtney’s website to connect with him and be sure to sign up for his daily E-Letters to learn so much more about investing and saving money. Useful links: Courtney Smith – Five Golden Keys of Investment Success (How-To Turbo Charge Your Investing!) – FREE CD How to Make a Living Trading Foreign Exchange: A Guaranteed Income For Life by Courtney Smith Option Strategies: Profit-Making Techniques for Stock, Stock Index, and Commodity Options by Courtney Smith How to say thanks and connect with Courtney Smith: http://courtneysmith.com @courtneydsmith Songs: ‘Cabaret’ – Money, Money Lady Gaga – Money Honey ...
read more233 – 600 Seconds – Smart Goal Setting
In this podcast, David explores a book by his good friend Brian Klemmer and examines chapter seven on Balance and setting goals. What you will learn on Todays Show: The importance of setting – Physical, Emotional, Spiritual & Mental Goals Why truth plays a part in setting effective goals How to effectively define Emotional Spiritual and Mental Goals How to relate more Effectively to a loved one Where David is out of Balance Book: If How-to’s Were Enough We Would All Be Skinny, Rich & Happy by Brian Klemmer Songs: Van Halen – Don’t Tell Me (What Love Can Do) Comedy: Monty Python ‘The Four Yorkshire Men” (Youtube) ...
read more232 – Assk Dave (and Jen)- Your Questions from Facebook
In their last day in Australia for this trip, Dave and Jen answer questions and requests from all of you kick ass life practitioners. In this episode you will learn: How can you trust a teacher who talks a good talk, but does not necessarily walk that same talk? And should you? When you get kicked down or when lose everything when you are lost, how do you get the strength to keep going? How do you get past your loss to help others when you feel you are not achieving what you want, but people look up to you? I have a 6 year old son, and his father has gambling addiction. Should I some how share this with my some positive way? Or, should I keep my son completely away? Relating to Multilevel Marketing, how do I get the people I bring into an organization to embrace it fully and use the tools and resources to help them succeed? Today’s Songs Midnight Oil – Beds Are Burning Telepopmusik – Breathe Xavier Rudd – Messages If You’re Happy and You Know...
read more231 – The 5 Levels of Leadership To Grow Your Success
In this podcast, David explores the 5 Levels of Leadership that are critical for everyone to learn togrow their personal success and live the life they truly want. Leadership is an essential part of any successful and happy life no matter what you do, all the way from the corporate world like Sir Richard Branson to a life of service like Mother Theresa. Here are the 5 Levels of Leadership that David explores: Level 1 – Position Leader (People follow you because they have to) Level 2 – Permission Leader (People follow you because they want to) Level 3 – Production Leader (People follow you because of the success you’ve created for the organization) Level 4 – People Development Leader (People follow you because of what you have done for them) Level 5 – Pinnacle Leader (People follow you because of who you are and what you represent) In this podcast you will learn: What all 5 levels of leadership mean How to identify what type of leader you are now What is required for each level of leadership What questions to ask yourself and what habits to work on to increase your leadership level Importance of momentum when building your leadership and influence How to let go in order to grow Music: The 5 Best Selling Albums of all time Michael Jackson – Thriller Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon Eagles – Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) AC DC – Back in Black Bee Gees – Saturday Night...
read more230 – Team Building Through Leadership with Shawn Stratton
Today David is excited to be interviewing Shawn Stratton. Shawn is the president of LiveMore Group, an organization that helps people maximize their potential and productivity. He is an international team-building and leadership consultant and bestselling author. Shawn is driven by a love for experiential education, adventure, and teambuilding. Shawn has devoted 15 years to leading over 2000 days of wilderness expeditions into some of the world’s harshest environments as a senior instructor with the National Outdoor Leadership School and other international organizations. On today’s show Shawn will share: What means to be part of a team, the importance of teams, being in love with your team Team Building through Leadership Most challenges you can’t do on your own Building trust Feet Forward and what this means and how it can help you Giving feedback in a good way The importance of knowing your role Love every day and what you’re are doing today! What a great show, Shawn will take you back on how he got started on his journeys and adventures. Shawn’s book is a MUST READ, Teams on the Edge: Stories and Lessons From Wilderness Expeditions was released this year and became an instant bestseller on Amazon. Useful links: http://www.shawnstratton.ca http://www.amazon.ca/Teams-Edge-Shawn-Stratton/dp/0991740904 https://twitter.com/SStratton1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtGbE6JJHXI https://www.facebook.com/TeamsOnTheEdge ...
read more229 – Assk Dave (and Jen)- Your Questions from Facebook
David and Jen tackle your facebook questions today from the beautiful Sunshine Coast in Coolum. What you will learn on Today’s show: A temporary way to make money Why systemizing a business is so important How David started his first business An offer to be coached to train wealth How to impact people’s health without losing your sanity Why getting people does not work How to Really help and impact people by asking better questions How to help people when they come for advice When great opportunities show up how do I handle the FEAR What “See You on The Other Side” means. Why Saying YES is so important Dealing with a Negative influence from a Spouse Quote: “You Can’t say the right thing to the wrong person” Todays Songs: Born to be Wild – Steppenwolf Borrow My Heart – Taylor Hendersen Minor Swing – Django Reinhardt Book: E-Myth Revisited – Michael Gerber Click to listen to a Great Show about David & Jen’s travels and adventures through Thailand...
read more228 – The Thai Experience – Lessons on How to Engage Your Senses and Expand Your Range
On this show, David discusses his real experiences in Thailand to share some of the methods of how to take your life to the next level and truly live a truly kick ass life. These amazing experiences include…eating amazing Thai food…meeting strange people…experiencing authentic Thai boxing…riding elephants…and last, but no where near least…eating bugs! Show Notes: On this show, David discusses his real experiences in Thailand to share some of the methods of how to take your life to the next level and truly live a truly kick ass life. These amazing experiences include…eating amazing Thai food…meeting strange people…experiencing authentic Thai boxing…riding elephants…and last, but no where near least…eating bugs! Through experiences like these (that can be had by everyone), living a kick ass life is about trying something brand new, embracing the craziness of the unknown…step into the nooks and crannies…turn left when you should turn right…being willing to cuddle a tiger, jump on a moped and go somewhere new, to trying foods you wouldn’t eat at home…and just saying yes to the new experiences. This is how to squeeze the juice out of life and light yourself up from the inside out. What you will experience with David and Jen on Today’s show • the full spa experience • the Thai marketplace • a Thai boxing match • an Elephant ride down a steep decent • cuddling a tiger • and many more! Useful links Ko Samui, Thailand...
read more227 – Brenton Hayden – Achieving Big Business Success While Keeping Personal Freedom
Today David is excited to be interviewing Brenton Hayden. Brenton is the CEO and Founder of Renters Warehouse, a FOURTIME honoree of the INC. 500/5000 list. At 28, this young entrepreneur leads his team of over 100 employees and franchisees in seven states to see gross revenues of $12.5 million. With a portfolio of managed properties valued around $500 million and $1.5 billion in residential leasing transactions, it’s no surprise that this Harvard Business School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Sloan School of Management graduate was named the youngest franchisor in America by INC. Magazine in 2011 at the age of 25. Brenton’s expert marketing skills and entrepreneurial spirit have largely contributed to the success of his company, earning Renters Warehouse numerous awards in real estate and business. On today’s show Brenton will share the following: Why so many people yearn to be a entrepreneur What is freedom to Brenton Creating a culture How he got into Real Estate Asking yourself the right questions to become an entrepreneur & what is stopping you Being happy and doing the things you want to do How YOU can purchase a franchise from Brenton and what qualifications you would need. Taking risks to become successful Create effortless experiences You don’t want to miss this show, Brenton is very intelligent and full of knowledge and insight on how like him, you can run a VERY successful business and have personal freedom at the same time. Useful links: www.linkedin.com/in/brentonhayden http://renterswarehouse.com/ http://www.brenton-hayden.com http://professionallandlords.com/...
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