Michael Hyatt's Blog, page 84

July 13, 2016

8 Reasons You’re Exhausted, Overwhelmed, and Unproductive

A Simple Diagnostic Checklist to Get Back on Your Feet at Work

I don’t have to go to the doctor very often. But when I do go, I notice they follow the same routine. It only takes a few minutes, but they start by checking my weight, pulse, blood pressure, and other vitals.


exhausted


The idea is to get a quick read on my overall health. Getting a baseline enables the physician to know what’s going on and make helpful recommendations. The same basic routine can help with workplace stress and burnout.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 13, 2016 02:45

July 11, 2016

Season 8, Episode 4: How to Be a Storm-Proof Leader [Podcast]

5 Survival Secrets for Tough Times

Welcome to Season 8, Episode 4 of the This Is Your Life podcast. In this episode, Michele Cushatt and I discuss how you can become a storm-proof leader.


Episode 4


Change and conflict aren’t new. Tough times WILL come—it’s a guarantee. For that reason, you and I need to learn how we’re going to respond before the storm happens. In this episode, we give you 5 survival secrets for leading in turbulent times.


Listen to the Audio


Play Episode

Subscribe to Podcast in iTunes | Play in Browser | Download


Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 11, 2016 02:45

July 9, 2016

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” -Walt Disney [Photo]

Photo Post




Click here for my complete collection of quote card images.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.















 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 09, 2016 03:00

July 8, 2016

What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do

3 Steps to Follow When You're Tired of Feeling Uncertain

Early in my career, I was the marketing director for a book publishing company. Because of my workload and the ongoing pressure to produce results, I felt overwhelmed.


decisions


I figured it was only a matter of time before my boss discovered that I was in over my head. This produced uncertainty. I was paralyzed and afraid to act.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 08, 2016 02:45

July 7, 2016

4 Tips to Reignite Your Passion and Energy for Your Business [Appearance]

Media Appearance


In this Entrepreneur article by Zechariah Newman, he uses me as an example of why it’s so important to monitor your health as a business owner.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.











Event:
4 Tips to Reignite Your Passion and Energy for Your Business







 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 07, 2016 12:57

July 6, 2016

Camels vs. Stallions

Knowing the Difference Can Eliminate the Friction on Your Team

Every team experiences friction. But there is one source of friction I’ve observed in almost every organization I’ve ever been involved with. It comes down to a simple distinction, and I bet you’ve noticed it too.


frustrated


Depending on what side of the distinction you come down on, it’s easy to get frustrated with people on the other. It’s easy to see them as an obstacle to your success. I know because I’ve done that myself.


What is it?

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 06, 2016 02:45

July 2, 2016

“You will never find time for anything. If you want the time, you must make it.” -Charles Buxton [Photo]

Photo Post




Click here for my complete collection of quote card images.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.















 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 02, 2016 03:00

July 1, 2016

How to Hire Team Members that Never Disappoint

3 Nonnegotiable Qualities the Best Team Members Share

This is a guest post by Megan Hyatt Miller. Megan is the Chief Operating Officer of Michael Hyatt & Company. She is also Michael’s oldest daughter. Megan, her husband Joel, and their four children make their home in Franklin, Tennessee.

As leaders, we spend an enormous amount of time, energy, and money trying to recruit top talent. I know I do. That’s why it’s critical that each hire is the right one. But what’s the secret to guarantee success?


Welcome to our team


We’re in the midst of a season of intense hiring here at Michael Hyatt & Co. I always consider it a tremendous responsibility to add anyone to our team. The right hire can help us reach our goals. But the wrong hire can poison the team culture we’ve worked so hard to create.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on July 01, 2016 02:45

June 29, 2016

The Difference Between a Sin and a Mistake

Do You Know the Difference?

In recent years, I have noticed an increasing tendency for people to confuse mistakes with sins. It happens at every level, whether someone is caught cheating on their spouse, filing false insurance claims, or shoplifting from a clothing store.


ashamed


Last week I read about the sex scandal that shipwrecked Alabama Governor Robert Bentley. Married for five decades, he threw it away for a female staffer thirty years his junior.


Bentley, now divorced, no longer talks with his family. He hasn’t even met his eighth grandchild, according to a well reported story in GQ. But what stood out for me is how the governor spoke about his affair.

Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on June 29, 2016 02:45

June 27, 2016

Season 8, Episode 3: How to Vacation Like a Pro [Podcast]

7 Steps for Recharging with Intention

Welcome to Season 8, Episode 3 of the This Is Your Life podcast. In this episode, Michele Cushatt and I discuss some of our best tips on getting the most out of your time away.


Episode 3


Taking a break and recharging is vital for your individual and family health. However, you’ve probably realized how much work goes into planning family vacations, everything from booking airfare and hotels to getting your business ready for your absence. In this episode, we give you practical steps to vacationing like a pro.


Listen to the Audio


Play Episode

Subscribe to Podcast in iTunes | Play in Browser | Download


Click here for more. Better yet, subscribe via email and you’ll never miss a new post or any related news. It’s fast and convenient.




 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on June 27, 2016 02:45