Mid-Year Reset: Why Most People Fail Their Goals, The 5 Self-Reflection Questions To Transform Your Success & How To Finish The Year Proud! | EP245

Episode Notes

In this episode, I take a moment to pause and guide you through a powerful mid-year reset. Together, we reflect on the progress and lessons from the first half of the year, using five insightful questions designed to give you clarity and direction for the months ahead. Whether your year has been brilliant, chaotic, or simply a blur, this is your opportunity to ensure you finish the year proud and focused.

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Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
00:35 - The Importance of Reflecting Mid-Year
00:47 - Five Mid-Year Reset Questions
01:47 - The Power of Pausing and Self-Reflection
02:01 - Call to Action: Share Your Insights in the Comments

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About Me: I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through expert coaching and training programs. I'm passionate about empowering others to achieve their dreams and live a life they love. Subscribe for more insights and tips on personal development, productivity, and achieving your goals. Let’s embark on this journey together!

Originally aired: December 2020

Episode Number: 65

What if your biggest failure was actually the doorway to your greatest success?

In this inspiring episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder & host of Entrepreneurs On Fire John Lee Dumas shares a candid story of a business idea that flopped in 2013—only to lead to his biggest win yet. Learn how embracing failure, staying ahead of the curve, and pushing beyond your comfort zone can unlock new opportunities and lasting impact.

Listen to the full episode here:

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Personal Development Legend: Why Most People Stay Average, The Secret Power Of Words, Upgrading Identity & Empowering Others To Live Bigger Lives! - Michael Bernoff | EP244

Episode Notes

In this episode, I sit down with Michael Bernoff, personal development legend and author of "Average Sucks," to explore his journey from hockey player to transformational coach. We dive deep into the art of influence, the importance of language, and how small shifts in mindset and communication can create powerful change in both business and life. Michael shares actionable strategies to empower yourself and others, bust through your own “average,” and achieve the success you deserve.

Don’t miss the opportunity to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life. Book your complimentary clarity call today and discover how Will Polston can help you achieve the success you deserve. 💡 https://willpolston.com/book-a-call/

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Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction
00:07 - Michael Bernoff’s hockey background and path into personal development
01:17 - The roots of Michael’s passion for self-improvement
04:00 - The discovery of personal development and influence
06:24 - The true meaning of influence and how it shapes your life
09:03 - Words as the key to influence and personal change
09:41 - Practical demonstration: Changing results by changing language
10:17 - The challenges entrepreneurs face in running and growing a business
13:22 - Owning vs. running a business: Stepping into maturity as a leader
14:28 - Human Interaction Technology (HIT) explained and how it empowers teams
16:26 - Teaching people to buy instead of pushing to sell
18:03 - How to ask the right questions for connection and results
20:28 - Using the word "how" to drive action and engagement
23:41 - The concept of average and the message behind "Average Sucks"
25:25 - Progress, high performance, and finding balance
26:29 - Why most high performers are driven by the wrong motivations
30:16 - The trap of making things harder than they need to be
34:52 - Leveraging small percentage gains for huge success
37:08 - Where to find Michael Bernoff and his work
38:31 - The best opportunities for high performers to leverage language and empowerment
40:39 - Empowering vs. motivating or inspiring your team
44:26 - The power of identity, self-talk, and achieving big goals
47:26 - How changing your words can change your world
48:46 - Recap: Key strategies for taking action and living a life you love
49:05 - Direct contact with Michael Bernoff
51:29 - Final challenge: Reach out and ask "How do I do that?"
52:36 - Acknowledgement and closing remarks

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TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston

Check out Michael's website by clicking here.

About Me: I am dedicated to helping individuals and businesses unlock their true potential through expert coaching and training programs. I'm passionate about empowering others to achieve their dreams and live a life they love. Subscribe for more insights and tips on personal development, productivity, and achieving your goals. Let’s embark on this journey together!