Success is the Little Steps: Minor Adjustments Toward Larger Success

In this episode, we explore the multifaceted nature of success—by sea, by air, and by land. We redefine success not as a destination, but as a journey marked by the little steps and minor adjustments we make along the way. Join us as we discuss the importance of focus, adaptability, and perspective in navigating the challenges we face on our path to achieving our goals.

1. Defining Success:

 Success as a journey, not a destination.

 The importance of minor adjustments and course corrections.

2. The Role of Focus:

Understanding how focus affects our decision-making.

Identifying distractions that hinder progress.

3. Navigating Challenges:

 Personal anecdotes about facing struggles and course corrections.

 Recognizing self-imposed barriers and reevaluating approaches.

4. Lessons from the Sea:

 Sailing analogy: navigating swells while aiming for a straight path.

 The significance of patience and persistence during turbulent times.

5. Birds and Perspective:

  The frigate bird’s ability to fly above hurricanes.

  Gaining distance and perspective in times of chaos to make informed decisions.

Reflection Questions:

What obstacles are currently impacting your goals?

How might your own actions contribute to these challenges?

Call to action

• Embrace the small steps in your journey toward success.
• Regularly evaluate your approach and be open to course corrections.
• Seek perspective during challenging times to regain control over your path.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.  Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released this year.

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