A Commitment to Excellence

Episode 73: Being A Great Role Model

This episode explores how to be an exceptional role model for children and others in our lives; drawing on scientific research to uncover what makes a role model effective, how they shape children’s development, and practical strategies for adults to embody this role. 

Episode 72: Dale Carnegie's, How to Win Friends and Influence People

This episode dives into Dale Carnegie’s *How to Win Friends and Influence People*, a timeless guide to building meaningful relationships and influencing others with empathy and respect. We’ll explore the book’s core themes—handling people, earning trust, persuading effectively, and leading with kindness—and break down key principles like avoiding criticism, showing appreciation, and listening actively.  Perfect for anyone looking to improve communication and relationships, this episode blends classic wisdom with contemporary relevance.
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Episode 71: Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes Remarkable Results

Book review:
"Atomic Habits," published in 2018 by James Clear, has sold over 20 million copies worldwide and is translated into more than 60 languages, as noted on [James Clear's official page](https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits). Clear, a writer and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement, draws on biology, psychology, and neuroscience to offer actionable strategies. The book emphasizes small, incremental changes, termed "atomic habits," which compound over time to yield significant results, contrasting with goal-oriented approaches by focusing on systems.

Episode 70: Q1 Reflection and Q2 look Ahead 2025

How did Quarter 1 go for me this year and what's the plan for Quarter 2 2025.
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Episode 69: 75 Hard again and Being a "Team Player"

Today I talk briefly about my need for a focus reset and my thoughts on a interaction I observed in a work place and how to look at being a team player, benefits of doing so and when a change of teams might be indicated. 
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Episode 68: Tim Arsenault Ultra Runner

This week I have a conversatio0n with Tim Arsenault, an ultra runner who lives with his family in Australia.  Tim happens to be my cousin and it was great to catch up with him and talk about his story and his pursuit of ultra running.  

Episode 67: Self Sufficiency

Thinking about a level of self sufficiency as a part of making a commitment to excellence!

Episode 66: March 2025 Goal Check In

Once a month I evaluate my progress on my goals.  This is how I engage in deliberate practice intended to move me forward to be the best that I can be in every key aspect of life. 

Episode 65: 2 years post Op.

Looking back on my cervical surgery and recommendations for dealing with a major injury.  What I did right and wrong, lessons learned etc. 

Episode 64: Intellectual Honesty

We should all strive for intellectual honesty.  Not dismissing others simply because we dislike their opinion.  To call someone stupid because they see the world differently is intellectually dishonest and in doing so you sell yourself and the other person short.  If this is a regular practice for you, you will not be your best and are likely not making a commitment to excellence.