It’s enthusiasm time again. Let me know what you think via twitter at @JamieSmartCom, on my Facebook page, or on my blog here.
1. A quote I’m resonating with this week
I was listening to Sam Harris’ excellent ‘Waking Up’ podcast this week, and he was interviewing the German philosopher Thomas Metzinger. Metzinger made a point which really struck me, and that’s had me reflecting on just how good we’ve got it.
“Most of the conscious wild animals have two preferences: one is to live as long as possible and the second is to procreate. But 90% of them get eaten before they can even procreate.”
2. A podcast I’m pumped about
“Am I enough?” This is a question that haunts so many people, and really gets in the way for lots of coaches, therapists and consultants. I’m really delighted with this coaching session I did on the Profitable Coaches Podcast this week. You’ll hear me coaching an already successful coach, Nicky Bartley, around reducing the number of 1:1 clients she’s working with as she simplifies her life. This means working with fewer clients, but in a deeper, longer-term way. In the process, we end up exploring the whole question of “Am I enough?” and plenty more. Nicky is a coach who works with a wide range of clients from individuals with panic attacks and anxiety to helping entrepreneurs and businesses with a variety of issues. You can listen as I coach her and she has powerful insights and realisations here: https://www.jamiesmart.com/pcp02/
3. This week’s glimpse of the future
A massive robot dance – this one was a world record-breaker. Say hello to our future robot overlords! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouZb_Yb6HPg&feature=youtu.be
4. An interesting video about bad decisions
Charlie Munger (Warren Buffet’s business partner) made a speech 20 years ago about the many ways the mind tricks itself into making poor decisions. It’s animated, enjoyable and worth taking note of:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-fe01CA3vc&app=desktop
5. This week’s 3 minute miracle
I can still remember the utter astonishment I felt the first time I heard the full version of “Sweet Jane” from Lou Reed’s superb 1974 album, Rock and Roll Animal. If you don’t like stunning double lead guitar-play, this probably isn’t for you, but the intro to this song is truly gorgeous. Four minutes of guitar riffmanship followed by four minutes of the original rock and roll animal telling you how it is. Still fresh after over 40 years. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FdWPeHFAMk
That’s it for this week!
Jamie Smart
Sunday Times Bestselling Author, Speaker and Executive Coach
PLUS: Whenever you’re ready… here are 4 ways I can help you get the clarity and results that matter to you:
1. Hire me to speak at your event
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2. Join the Profitable Coaches Group
Join the Profitable Coaches Professional Group and connect with the growing community of like-minded transformation professionals who are passionate about exponentially increasing their grounding, impact and their livelihood. You can join for free at https://www.jamiesmart.com/profitable/
3. Join the next intake of Project Glasswing
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Get your free Profitable Coaches Scorecard book www.JamieSmart.com/scorecard
Listen to the Results Mindset Podcast www.JamieSmart.com/resultspodcast
Listen to The Profitable Coaches Podcast www.JamieSmart.com/pcp
Read the first 2 chapters of my Sunday Times Bestseller RESULTS: Think Less, Achieve More www.JamieSmart.com/instantresults