Your Best Just Got Better

What do you have to give away? Do you know how to leverage your network? The era of networking is passing us by. The idea of showing up at an event, business card in hand, meeting and greeting, and collecting names and numbers is not longer valid. I mean, sure, you’re bound to leave one of those events with some todos…I just want to challenge you to make sure they are the RIGHT todos. So, how do you know what to do? Listen in… In this episode, you'll also learn… Where Jason is hosting a #CoffeeChat on Friday! What a book reader wrote in a review for Jason’s book, Your Best Just Got Better The BEST way to build a network. What special event is coming up in Ojai next February. Who Jason would like to meet…if you have any “Silicon Valley” connections! Please do leave us a question, an idea, a prompt below, so we know what YOU think of this ‘cast. Next month, things are changing. BIG time… If you want to build your network, listen to this episode! Subscribe or Review the Your Best Just Got Better Po

Where will you be in 60 months? Look around and watch the people you spend time with. They are influencing you… You’ve had a social network since before the advent of Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. There have always been people around who you “followed;” whether they were role models, or people you just couldn’t help but notice. Today it’s just a little different. You see, you can curate your network in different ways than ever before. When you find 5 or 10 people who positively influence you, you can “subscribe” to them, you can reach out to them, you can learn from them almost every day. In this episode, you'll also learn… We’re moving the podcast to a new day of the week. Jason worked with the most amazing client on Monday. There’s a BIG announcement about the Leadership Retreat. There are great ways to care for, grow and nurture your network. Please do leave us a question, an idea, a prompt below, so we know what YOU think of this ‘cast. If it’s time to build a strong network, listen to this ep

How long will you take? When was the last time you thought you’d change a habit? So, you’ve probably heard the research about how long it takes to turn a new practice in to a habit. Well, I’m here to tell you to stop thinking that way. I mean, really, before you commit to the 18 or 21 or 66 days it’s going to take, wouldn’t it be worth your while to take just 5 days to identify whether or not you should even THINK about turning that thing in to a habit? In this episode, you'll also learn… • There is a change coming to the podcast. Ready? • Where Jason has been lately. • How long it “might” take to turn something in to a habit. • How you can start making a change without really doing that much. • Oh, and, one more request from Jodi before we end the month! Please do leave us a question, an idea, a prompt below, so we know what YOU think of this ‘cast. Next month, things are changing. BIG time… If it’s time to make new habits, you need this podcast. I promise!! Subscribe to or Review the Your Best

How “good” are your routines? How to do what you’re doing every day…better? Well everyone, today’s podcast episode uncovers TWO of the routines I’ve practiced for more than a decade. Both of these help me take better care of myself; and, I’ve found the better care I take of myself, the more available I am to care for - and be there for - others.. In this episode, you'll also learn… • Why Jason is in Camden, Maine. • What he will send you if you email him sometime today! • How your Priorities are connected to your Habits. • And, how Habits are supported by Routines. • Oh, and, you’ll hear how episodes 173, 174 and 175 all connect! If you leave a comment below - a question, an idea, a prompt - one of us will get back to you right away. You know how thankful we are, right? We love doing this podcast for you; hope you love it too! Study your routines, you’ll build new habits. I promise!! Subscribe to or Review the Your Best Just Got Better Podcast in iTunes! Thank you so much for listening to this ep

Want to make a new a habit? There is one thing you can do, starting today! Today, you’re going to start a process that will teach you how to build a new habit. In this episode, you'll also learn… • Where Jason is, and what’s happening tomorrow (October 18th) in New York City (CoffeeWithWomack.com) • How to focus on your Most Important Things - MITs • How the Your Best Just Got Better Podcast was started because a “family friend” thought it was a good idea • Once you know one of your MITs is really important (really) here’s what to do about it • Jason shares an activity that he PROMISES will start your change toward better Please listen to the podcast now, oh, and share your thoughts in the comments section below... Thank you for being part of the Your Best Just Got Better and Get Momentum communities! Start a new #habit… Today! Thank you so much for listening to this episode of the Your Best Just Got Better podcast, and the other 173 episodes! If this is the first episode you’ve ever listened to,

If you were working more on your “Most Important Things,” would your life be better? If you knew of one tactic to prioritize your MITs more effectively?  Absolutely! This week, Jason shares a story and some insight about how we think, how we work, and how we can "Discipline” ourselves to Make Better Choices at work and in life. In this episode, you'll also learn… • Where Jason has been, and where he’s going  • How to decrease stress, anxiety, and complexity and lead life focused on your MITs • IF you’re on the road, Jason can share some smart "travel hacks" for making your trips easy, fun, and hassle-free • In a way, your brand is made up of/by/from: Who you spend time with, What you do, and How you do it • Jason shares a big insight he's had about "Discipline" so you set yourself up for success more easily Check it out now and share your thoughts in the comments section below... Enjoy and thank you for being part of the Your Best Just Got Better and Get Momentum communities!  Make today #Better... Su

Last month over at GetMomentum.co we addressed the topic of “Perseverance” and how effective leaders need to be able to go through the tough times…especially when they are tough. As you look around your work and your world, pick one goal that you know you’d like to achieve, and clearly state what the experience will be when you get there.  I know of 4 productivity tactics that will give you the super-power you will need when the times get tough. However, you know me…and I’m only going to focus on ONE of these tactics each week. That way, you don’t feel overwhelmed, and you can test the information I share with you bit-by-bit…or, as my writing teacher Anne Lamott said, “Write that book bird-by-bird…” Ok, so here are the four ways to persevere - again, I’m only going to talk to you about one a week… This week’s tactic: Clarify your vision of what “There” looks like The other three are: Build a team of peers who support you Reflect - daily - on your wins Focus, Focus, Focus on what you’re about to do next D

Want to subscribe to the podcast at iTunes? Click here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/your-best-just-got-better/id427693120 Know someone who uses Stitcher? Click here: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/your-best-just-got-better Here’s a quote by Lois McMaster Bujold “Experience suggests it doesn’t matter so much how you got here, as what you do after you arrive.” Isn’t it true that every now and then, a little luck is all you need. I know there are 2 things you can do to increase the likelihood good things will happen to you. Each one puts you in a better position to gain momentum and achieve your goals. In this episode, I’ll tell you all about how to be in the right place at the right time In the next episode of this series, I’ll tell you how important it is to get current; You’ve got to clean the slate because it’s hard to take on more when you’re already buried. Let me start with a story... During the winter of 2012 someone told me: “You’re so lucky, you got a book published.” I gotta tell you,

Part one of this two part series comes out next Friday, September 26th! Subscribe here to make sure you don’t miss it! When it comes to making good things happen, have you ever found yourself waiting…hoping for that little bit of luck you’ll need? I gotta tell you, I love this quote by Ray Kroc, you know the guy who invented McDonalds... “Luck is a dividend of sweat. The more you sweat, the luckier you get.” So, in this episode of the podcast, you'll learn one of the two ways I know of to “step in to luck” a little more often. And, yes, by the way this is the SECOND in a series of two episodes…I recommend you try one of these for a week or two before you hold yourself accountable to the other way to “get lucky more." Before I share this tactic, I will ask: Have you rated the podcast yet? Please, take a moment when you’re done and visit iTunes or Stitcher and leave your comments. If you do, email to let me know. I’ll send you something special - no matter HOW many stars you give! My email address is Jaso

Early on this Friday morning, we’re kicking off the first full day of the Annual Ojai Leadership Retreat! But first, you’re getting the early morning cast, as always. In this week’s episode, I discuss the idea of… “How do you get going?…especially if you’re stalled out?” Special guest, Geoff Welch also joins me to discuss this topic. Links discussed in this episode: Geoff Welch Geoff Welch on Twitter Thanks Fairbanks Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes

In this week’s episode, I discuss why teams go weird, why people go off course when working on a project, and lastly, I discuss some solid ideas about how you can enhance and build up your team over the next couple weeks. One of the reasons that projects go weird is that there is an inability to see the world through someone else’s lens. Also, what’s a rookie move in the workplace? Recognizing the flaws and what didn’t go right. What about the veteran move? Looking around your world and recognizing that your mission is being moved forward.

What gives extremely successful people the right to do what it took to get them to the level that they’re at; turn around, and tell us not to do the things that got them to that level of success? Look at people like Arianna Huffington, who tells the story about a time in her life when she was not getting enough sleep. There are many articles about it, including this one from The Atlantic (that I quote in the episode) and this TED Talk (by the way, are you looking for more TED Talks? Check this out). Years down the road, when you think to yourself… where you want to be, what you want to have done, and where you’ll want to have gone; it might actually demand that you get MORE sleep, and you get LESS done. This means… to be as maximally productive as possible, you may need to get less done. Do you want to know how to sleep better at night? You have to figure out what productivity means to you. What will success look, sound, and feel like to you? Links discussed in this episode: Arianna Huffington Article tha

First off, thank you so much for listening to this episode of the Your Best Just Got Better podcast, and the other 165 episodes! If this is the first episode you’ve ever listened to, welcome! You can listen to all previous 165 episodes and be one of the first to hear the new episode each Friday morning by subscribing in iTunes or searching for “Your Best Just Got Better” in any podcast app! This episode is inspired by Bruce Lee, an incredible teacher and mentor who helped me to change my focus and ultimately change my life. His focus on living life at the pinnacle of developed potential truly stands out. However, there are a lot of people who you’ll come into contact with who do not want to live their life at the pinnacle of human potential. Within your work life and personal life, it is important to prepare yourself for future opportunities so that when an opportunity does present itself, you are equipped to take it on! Have a great Friday! Links discussed in this episode: Your Best Just Got Better Subs

After my niece and nephew visited a while back, I noticed there was a nice little note off to the lower, left-hand corner of the white board in my office. Every time I look at it, I get this feeling of gratitude. It makes me smile, and I also start to think about where my world can use the kind of presence and honesty that I see when I read her little note to us. As you’re listening to this episode, bring to mind some of the people you’re connected to. Think about the folks you have worked with, people in your family, the community members that you come in to contact with as you go about your day-to-day life. Then, think about the ones you haven’t seen in a while and ask yourself, “Do I miss them?” I’ll leave it to you to identify what you could do about that (if anything), but I will share with you a personal philosophy of mine: We live in an acknowledgment-deprived society. There, I said it. I believe that if we could spend even a “little” bit of time each day where we pause and look back on the people w

One of our upcoming “Momentum Themes” over at www.GetMomentum.co is going to be Innovation. It’s one of those topics that is taking over the medium to large-sized organizations I am working with these days. They are looking to be more creative with the products they offer, the services they provide, the training programs they schedule… just about everything is being touched by needing to be more imaginative and innovative. In this episode, I want to share a couple of things I’ve learned about the creative process. You’ll notice as you’re listening that I DID record this podcast episode a bit ahead of time. You see, every now and again, being innovative means that you look forward and anticipate what’s coming, and get ready to experience that fully. You are creating every day. You’re bringing to mind the good, the bad, and the ugly. Even if you think you’re NOT creative, you had to create…to think that. Really, when you look around and see, hear and feel what you experience. When you’re in a social situati

How much time do you NEED? Now, the real question I have for you: Is it even possible to get it? You’ve made choices, you’ve designed a life, you’ve attracted the kinds of things that you’ve got that “take” time. Recently, I was talking with a mom of a toddler (is that what you’d call a 2-year-old?) and she said, “I’m really looking forward to having a little more time in my day once he’s in school.” Look, I’m not a dad, but I’ve been around enough families to know: There isn’t more time later. You have 7 days in a week. You’ve got 1,400 minutes in a day. If you waste just 15 minutes, you’ve lost 1% of your day. You know how easy it is to lose 15 minutes? Go check Social Media for a while. Wait for someone who’s running late. Type with two fingers. Procrastinate. In this week’s podcast, you’ll identify ways that you can GAIN 1% - 2% of your time each day. But, you want to know a secret? Saving time is the easy part; knowing what to DO with that time…That’s an entirely new conversation. There really are a

You’ve probably seen or read the title of my book, Your Best Just Got Better and what I find is that the best leaders are changing things by asking, “How could this be better?” This month over at Get Momentum, we’ve been learning about productivity through technology. Most people slog through their partly working systems, they put up with slow and inconsistent ways of doing things. In these cases, we need to look at the situation and figure out what’s going on. Consider your organizational system and where it’s supporting you. And lastly, if this podcast has been useful for you, make sure that you subscribe in iTunes, and review us in the iTunes Store as well!

Over the past week, I’ve visited Portland, OR - Chicago, IL - Pittsburgh, PA - New York City, NY and now, Palm Springs, CA. I’ll be home later this afternoon. In this podcast, you’ll learn 3 ways you can do better work. You see, I’ve met quite a few people over the past week at conferences and workshops, and there was a theme I looked for throughout several conversations. You’ve heard of the #CoffeeChat events I put together, right? Please go to the web and visit: www.Coffee With Womack .com and you’ll see a listing of current and past #CoffeeChat meet ups around the world. Over the past week, I asked people to think of the big goal they are working on. One of my favorite books is titled, “Do the Work.” In it, author Steven Pressfield outlines an easy-to-follow method of getting things done when you’ve decided to take on a larger-than-life project. The entire book comes down to one simple idea: Do. The. Work. Last weekend, I was at a conference in Portland, OR and at one of the dinner events, someone as

People are naturally very reactionary creatures with a narrow field of awareness (you can only hold so many priorities in your head at one time). This is why we respond to emails throughout the day when it’s easy to address a quick notification for something that can be easily done and checked off that list. We are pushed and pulled by this constant barrage of information, so much so that we can’t process the bigger picture or ultimately the longer term goals that actually mean something. For example, when you write about the things you’ve learned and important progress you’ve made, sending an email never made it to that list. The Get Momentum program helps you put this all into perspective. If you take the time to focus on something and use technology to help keep your field of awareness within the moment, there’s a lot of potential to actually be productive and make noticeable progression in your Most Important Things (MITs). The most useful revelation for myself when following this advice is not some m

Hello, and happy 4th of July! Hey, today is our 15th wedding anniversary…if you’ve got it in ya, both Jodi and I are on twitter! Or, of course since this podcast is about how to send better email, you can email us as well or you can visit www.TimeToGetMomentum.com. Before I share with you the 5 things every email you send has GOT to have, I’d like to share this quote first: “Whether we're conscious of it or not, our work and personal lives are made up of daily rituals, including when we eat our meals, how we shower or groom, or how we approach our daily descent into the digital world of email communication.” Chip Conley In this podcast, you'll learn about the 5 things I think about before I send an email. Now, to set the stage, I send about 30-50 emails a day. These are brand new emails, that I initiate. Every email I send goes through a 5 point checklist. But, before I share the 5 tips, let me tell you how excited I am about this month’s Get Momentum theme. Over the next 4 weeks, I’m going to give membe