Focus The Fire

025 - Mastering the weekend: The key to a productive week   Take time to mediate and center yourself Be intentional about your leisure time. Make it a mini event, even if it’s just you! Move your body, if you’re able. Get some exercise, outdoors if you can! Read something specific to your profession and another specific to your journey  Use the time to think about a complex problem outside your traditional work environment  Draft emails. Consider using a service like Boomerang to schedule emails that will automatically be sent later. Work on your vision board and action plan If you could design your ideal lifestyle (which you can!) how would it look? What three (3) actions will you absolutely take toward your goals during the coming week. Rest early, rise early.   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter:

024 - Are you a 1D, 2D or 3D person? (Part 1)   It's hard for people to believe that you can be good at more than thing.  One dimensional people. Only capable of assuming singular traditional roles.  Limited to people's expectations and stereotypes.  Defined by the basic skills of their degree or profession Two dimensional - Able to manage people and tasks Competent in multiple technical skills that seem unrelated on the surface Refuse to live and work within the limits of poorly crafted job descriptions 3 dimensional - Able to navigate the technical and esoteric. And, not or. Art and science Execute tasks, manage people, AND inspire people to imagine a new future The challenges: How can 2D and 3D people convince a world run by 1D people that they exist and that we can coexist? How do you communicate that you are more than your job history or resume? How can managers spot 2D and 3D talent and leverage these anomalies to benefit the organization? How can 2D and 3D people present themselves as non-t

023 - Are you a million dollar product?   Focus on making yourself more valuable and you’ll attract opportunites and wealth Focus on what’s in front you but be prepared for the next move Train like it’s for the olympics; start early! Get on the offense team. Get in the business of the business.  What area is really bringing in the most revenue or directly reducing costs Be involved in establishing and maintaining relationships with customers   What can you offer where 1,000 people, would be willing to pay just $10 per month? 1000 x $10 = $10,000 per month $10,000 x 12 months = $120,000 per year! Get addicted to progress and self improvement    Links: Pat Flynn - Smart Passive Income http://www.smartpassiveincome.com Fatman Scoop - Put Your Hands Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0rLJKgB8X4   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Fac

022 - Create a new normal: Do something you’ve never done before   We spend lots of time talking about how life is, and how awesome we wish it could be. Here’s the question: What are you changing to create that new normal?   In this episode we discuss how to develop the flexible mindset needed to make magic happen!       Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

021 - Phone vs. Email: Real business still require real connections   Article 1: "Emails Only, Please: 10 Reasons Phone Calls Are A Waste of Time” by Jason DeMers (Forbes.com Contributor) http://www.forbes.com/sites/jaysondemers/2014/08/27/emails-only-please-10-reasons-phone-calls-are-a-waste-of-time/2/#1eb90abb77d0    Article 2: "Why a Phone Call Is Better Than an Email (Usually)” by Ross Mccammon (Entrepreneur.com Contributor) https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/238385   Consider whether this warrants a call.  Is this your first crucial interaction? Yes, call.  Do you need a quick yes/no, or do you need to understand how they feel about an issue? Yes, call.  Send an agenda before the call just like a live meeting. This focuses everyone's mind on the specific issues or outcomes you want to achieve.  Set a time expectation. "This should take us about 30 minutes. I value your time so we will do our honor that with an efficient conversation." This says (politely) let's keep small talk to a m

020  - Why I hate requesting vacation: How to let your pain power your dreams   Are you fed up with not being able to live life on your own terms?  Do you dream about making decisions without being limited by your income? Do you get frustrated with how far or fast your journey is progressing?   In this episode, learn how to let that same frustration be a source power.  Oh, and also hear why I hate requesting vacation.   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

019 - Structure brings freedom - How to free your mind and have more time   Learn how systematizing your life can lead to more time, autonomy and money!     Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

018 - Progress feeds on criticism: Listen, learn, adjust, improve   People who want to grow fast, embrace criticism. Learn how to evaluate feedback and let it groom you to perfection.       Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

017 - Book smart, Emotion dumb: Control your emotions and own every situation   Becoming an emotional Jedi is one way to fast track your ascent to greatness!   Here are three tools to help you control your feelings and own every situation.         Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

016 - Live life with more energy!   People memorize the way you make them feel and react to that energy. Learn how to get your energy level up even when you’re doing some that’s not that thrilling.   Energy UP = Results UP!   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

015 - Bend, but don't break: The power of pushing through disappointments   In this episode we examine the differences between how the greats and not so greats manage situations that didn’t go as planned.  Do you become overwhelmed with disappointment and frustration at times? Learn how to re-examine and re-imagine the case.   What is "no” really?  The fallacy of overnight success  Jump to the next small solution   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

014 - Circle of Greatness Part 2: Who’s in your starting five?   In this episode we discuss things you should consider when recruiting people for your inner circle. For more context and value, listen to Part 1 on Episode 007.       Layer 1 People, causes and communities you want to help.   Layer 2 People and causes you want to influence.   Layer 3 People and energy that will influence you.   Layer 4 Partners with a similar vision who will help you build, while you do the same for them.   People in your inner circle play three roles in your life:  Windows - How do people see you? Mirrors - How do you see yourself? Glasses - How do you see the world?          Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

Focus the Fire Episode 013 - The ability to focus and re-focus QUICKLY: Live life like a photographer   Do minor disappointments distract you from accomplishing your goals? Well, photographers can teach us some important lessons on how to overcome this challenge.   Photographers are able to focus and re-focus QUICKLY Take more than one shot Keep shooting! Sunk costs are not an automatic reason to continue down that path   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook | Instagram | Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

Focus the Fire 012 - How to embrace now and prepare for next   Have you ever been frustrated with how fast or slow you’re moving? Do you wrestle with staying engaged with daily tasks because your mind is busy with the goals you really want to accomplish?  In this episode we share some interesting ways to manage these dynamics.   Gratitude View your current experience as Research & Development Be very specific about what you are focusing on at any time    Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

In this episode we explore how to  makeyour mind addicted to achieving your goals. If you want to stay focused, give yourself a target Give your mind ataste of the life you desire   Put some rocket fuel in yourcareer, grow faster, make deeper connections and moremoney.   For more information visitfocusthefire.com and join thecommunity list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter:@focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

Focus the Fire 010 - When your why gets big enough, you will make a way   In this episode, we discuss the best way to stay fired up and focused on your goals. If you never shared a bed with an elephant, tune in to learn why this may be a great idea!   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

Focus the fire 009 - You can do anything, but you can’t do EVERYthing   You can do anything, but you can’t do EVERYthing...at the same level You can do anything, but you can’t do EVERYthing...at the same time You can do anything, but you can’t do EVERYthing...on your own Tap into the power of focusing on ONE thing at a time Be present with a task, idea, vision Specialize, scale, then pivot   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

    Focus the Fire 008 - Don’t be intimidated: Greatness is yours for the taking   Increase your value - education, experiences and results Understand your value Rehearse your craft  You can read books and take classes all day but until you start doing, you won't develop the confidence that makes people excited to compensate you at a high level You can perfect what you don't start What is your unique value proposition? How can you solve a problem better anyone else? Understand that everyone above you started lower than where they are right now.  What is really separating you from them?  Education, time, opportunity On the inside you are just as good or even better!  Move quickly from impressed to inspired! You can spend time being fascinated by people's success or you can direct your energy toward dissecting and replicating that moves that helped them create those results.  Confidence offends the weak. Be prepared for the static.  Take control. No one can intimidate you. You can only allow yourself

Focus the Fire 007 - Creating a circle of greatness (Part 1)   In this episode we discuss a simple framework for managing the people and energy in your surroundings.  Learn how to set specific types of objectives for various groups and adjust the influences affecting how fast you grow.      Layer 1 People, causes and communities you want to help.   Layer 2 People and causes you want to influence.   Layer 3 People and energy that will influence you.   Layer 4 Partners with similar vision who will help you build, while you do the same for them.     Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)

Focus the Fire 006 - Own your happiness!: How to be content without becoming complacent   In this episode we discuss how you can maintain a sense of balance along the journey to amazing, without getting too comfortable. How do you take that sense of dissatisfaction and transform it into positive energy that drives you forward?   Dalan serves up a candid reality check on what it means to work for someone else, while carving a path to your own dreams.   Learn how to take control of the situation so that you maximize the experience!   Put some rocket fuel in your career, grow faster, make deeper connections and more money.   For more information visit focusthefire.com and join the community list to get fire in your inbox.   Facebook|Instagram|Twitter: @focusthefire (show) or @dalanv (host)