Did you watch any tennis last weekend? If you follow sports at all, you most likely have heard someone recently talking about the lightning rod of tennis, Nick Kyrgios. Widely known for his unusual antics and approach to the game, Kyrgios made an unprecedented run to the finals at Wimbledon last weekend (lost to Novak […]
What powerful books have you read recently? As many of you know, I am avid reader. In the #CJJblog this week, I wanted to share 12 books I have read in the last 3 months. Just a reminder, that I do a book recommendation on my social media every Wednesday. Make sure to check them
Have you attended any great seminars of conferences this year? I have attended many great conferences over the years as a professional speaker. None better than the annual Global Leadership Summit, which will be coming to Rochester, NY in August, hosted at Roberts Wesleyan College. If you have ever thought about improving your leadership skills,
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Do you consistently win? How do you win on a consistent basis? Is it something you focus on every day? I was recently listening to a podcast on this very topic and I thought it was a perfect discussion for the #CJJblog this week. Here are four questions for you to consider when thinking about
Is having a rival good for your development? Do you have a rival? Someone maybe at work, or from your childhood who always seems to come up in competitive situations? Having a rival can be a great way to keep you sharp an on top of your game. For me, my rival is Chris Cardon,
What do your words actually mean? As a professional motivational speaker, I’m always very conscious about my words and what they mean. I recently read the book Exactly What to Say by Phil M. Jones and absolutely loved it. Are you saying what you actually mean? Are there ways we can be more effective with
How do you build a championship team? One of the most straightforward “arguments” in sports is that Tom Brady is the Greatest of All-Time, or “The GOAT.” With his recent retirement announcement, I wanted to think about what we learned from his career. How did he become such a great champion? What did he do
Are you an expert in your field? In a world of heavy self-education and efficiency, becoming an expert in a field is now more important than ever. It’s also as easy as ever to accomplish because of all the resources we have at our fingertips. We live in a time where we are relentlessly bombarded
Have you recommended any good books lately? Reading is a great way to grow your mind and increase your knowledge. Doing it consistently is important for your professional growth as well. Are you a casual reader, or do you read every day? For me, I try and read a book every week. Below are the
Is your team ready for the pressure? Every game comes with its own unique set of pressure situations. How are you preparing your team to be successful when it matters most? Do you simulate these end-of-game situations in practice? Do you present opportunities with consequences during practice? In the #CJJblog this week, which will be
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