Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

Growing up, I was obsessed with the Looney Tunes character Marvin the Martian.  I was convinced I was going to go to space one day and meet him.  Yesterday, Virgin Atlantic launched civilians into space.... some people don't give up on Space size dreams, and we shouldn't either. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you aren't thinking big enough The Boss's Boss Rule Setting Cornerstone Steps Where you belong

This past weekend I got a chance to play a round of golf at a Country Club, which is wayyyy nicer than normal golf courses, with my friend Janet who's far better than Me and my buddy Randy.  I learned you can improve quickly if you follow in the footsteps of people better than you at something. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why Process trumps results Why Easy beats difficult Creating a path for others through integrity

Things will always work out, even when they don't.  So often, we judge our "success" based on events happening the way we want them to go, at the time we want them to do so, and consider ourselves failures when it doesn't happen for us right away.  We have to change that thinking. In this episode, we'll discuss: Aggressively pursuing Goals Why the initial effort lies Playing the Long Game Being good at your worst

I've had a lot on my plate lately, as many of you have.  It's easy to get burnout, it's not easy to recover from burnout... unless your intentional about refueling yourself. In this episode, we'll discuss: Leaving your Mark Redefining Burnout The Power of a Good Outfit The Secret to refueling yourself

My good friend Destenee just signed a major agency deal as a model.  While we were happy, some people attributed to the success to genetics without realizing the hard work that goes into it.  The same can be said for any success.  No matter how high you rise, there will be some who just won't give you the credit you deserve....and that's ok. In this episode, we'll discuss: Why you shouldn't celebrate too long The beauty of your own lane Why some will never support you What To do when you don't know what to do

We stay in jobs, relationships, social circles and other areas of our lives entirely too long.  We tell ourselves it'll get better, but sometimes real strength is displayed in letting go. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding out what's keeping you holding on Looking at the Path Holding on will lead you down The behavior change Reimagining Strength

I was asked by some friends recently to go Bowling.  While it's an odd game, there are several parallels to life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Sticking with a plan (and why failure is your fault) Finding your Groove in Life Finishing the Frame Why the scoreboard doesn't matter

While watching an incoming storm last night, I saw three types of people.  I saw those oblivious to the storm, those watching it, and those who prepared for it.  In the storms of life, which are you? In this episode, we'll discuss: Avoiding the Oblivious  Elevate the Watchers to Players Preparing for Greatness

Yesterday at the convenience store, an older gentleman tapped me on the shoulder and said he knew who I was.  While I pondered if he knew me from speaking, books, or podcasts, he informed me that he's seen my movies. HUH? He thought I was Vin Diesel and wanted an autograph.  Think about how many times in your life that people try to convince you of who YOU are.  Don't fall in that trap. In this episode, we'll discus: The reason people put you in boxes The ultimate evil of growth Removing the hats in Life How to find symmetry between passion and purpose

We all have painful memories from the past that limit our ability to confidently walk into the future.  What happens when we face those memories? In this episode, we'll discuss: Appreciation of the Past Attacking the Pain Finding Fuel in the Past Renewing the Mind

What does an 80 year old man, an Asian Pedicurist, and a Salon Shop Owner all have in common? They all taught me the importance of focusing on the small things yesterday. In this episode, we'll discuss: Setting your Stamp of Approval How people view your work The myth of "big" and "small"

Kids are funny aren't they? They live in their own little bubble, chasing what's appealing to them, with very little regard for others say is fun or what they should be interested in.  What if we kept that mindset as adults? In this episode, we'll discuss: How to Pivot and Win Simplifying the Process Why you should Hyperfocus Chasing what Appeals to You

Twice a year, on Memorial Day and Labor Day we say, "thanks for fighting for our freedom" and we go on about our day.  How many of us actually think about the Freedom we really have or what it even really means? Freedom, if you think about it, is the ultimate goal of life. In this episode, we'll discuss: Celebrating the Freedoms We Have How to create more freedom in your life Passing the Torch to others Freeing Yourself from a Mental Prison

When I started playing golf a few months ago, the first thing I did was go out and buy the most expensive, beautiful driver because it looked cool.  At the same time, I bought a basic putter because I didn't think it mattered.  What I found over time is that the putter is the most used club of all of them, therefore, it should have been a priority.  In our lives, we have to veer away from "what looks cool" and focus on what will actually move our lives forward. In this episode, we'll discuss: Prioritizing Your ToDo's Taking Care of the Immediate Needs in Life The importance of selecting the right tools for growth How to multiply your results Eliminating the Unnecessary 

While reflecting on the past 400 episodes, I was staring at myself in the outdoor window.  As I turned off the indoor lights, I looked out and saw a clearer reflection of myself.  In life, those dark times are what reveal who we really are.  But there's a secret, we can be a light even in the midst of our darkness. In this episode, we'll discuss: Embracing Being Lost Finding the Source of Light Navigating Darkness Becoming the Light

The word "almost" bothers me because it's an excuse we give ourselves to settle for "good enough" lives.  We have to treat it like the profanity of success that it is and eliminate it if we truly want to live a life of excellence. In this episode, we'll discuss: Identifying the "good enough" trap Why you can't be content with almost Identifying areas of complacency in your life Developing a "just finished" action plan

My buddy Matt Sayman is one of the greatest basketball minds that I know.  He also happened to be the cornerstone of the Baylor Basketball program turning around after the Scandal when we were in college. This weekend, while hooping together, I noticed that I played differently when I was on his team as if I saw the game through his eyes.  In any endeavor in life, we can improve far more rapidly, if we'll see a project or event through the eyes of someone more skilled than us. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding the Right Lens Learning by Proxy How questions make you greater quicker Becoming a "natural" Check out Matt's book, "The Leftovers : Basketball, Betrayal, Baylor and Beyond" HERE.   *Tony Romo said it was one of the best comeback stories he's ever read

At what point in life did you quit dreaming? At what point of growing up or having responsibilities did you decide, "I have to settle?" Guess What? You lied to yourself.  The dream can still become reality and no dream is unattainable.  In this episode, we'll discuss: Scheduling Dream Time Turning Pipe Dreams to Reality Inverting the Process How to Avoid Dream Snipers

Want to be the "go to guy (or girl)" in your organization? Want to be the most dependable and trusted person in your sphere of influence? We often think that in order to be the best, we have to be the best in action.  What if I told you the secret to greatness is in your ability to Listen? In this episode, we'll discuss: Developing your LQ (Listening Quotient) How to become dependable Working Behind the Scenes The Great result of being a good listener

While heading to the dealership to get my car washed, I saw people huddled by a glass door pointing down.  I looked and immediately jumped back as what appeared to be a large monster (which I later realized was a baby possum) was frightened in a corner. In this episode, we'll discuss: A new take on Fear The other side of the Coin How to Love what you Fear Reframing your setbacks