Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

In this episode,Baylor discusses the power of using a calendar to achieve goals and make plans. He explains that putting something on the calendar makes it real long before it is real and encourages listeners to put all their goals, vacations, and bucket list items on the calendar, no matter how big or small they may be. By doing this, one can be purposeful about what they are trying to do and switch from working out to training. Baylor believes that putting things on the calendar is a powerful tool that has been used for thousands of years to advance civilizations. The Power of the Calendar [00:00:08] Baylor discusses the history of the calendar and how it can be used as a powerful tool to achieve goals. Making Dreams a Reality [00:01:45] Baylor shares her personal experience of using the calendar to plan and make his dream of cage diving with great whites a reality. Switching from Workout to Training Mode [00:03:06] Baylor explains how putting things on the calendar allows us to switch from a passive "worko

In this episode,Baylor talks about the concept of a "junk drawer" and how it relates to our personalities and lives. He encourages listeners to take chances and pursue their goals, using a "junk draft" mentality to document ideas without worrying about failure or judgment. Baylor stresses the importance of authenticity and encourages listeners to embrace their unique perspectives and experiences, as they may discover that what they once thought was "junk" is actually a valuable contribution to the world. Overall, the message is to experiment, push oneself to reach their maximum potential, and embrace authenticity. Junk Drawer [00:00:08] Baylor talks about the junk drawer and how it relates to our personalities and lives. Junk Draft [00:01:32] Baylor explains the concept of a junk draft and how it can help in problem-solving and taking more chances in life. Building Upon Zero [00:03:24] Baylor discusses how to build upon the best parts of the junk draft to create something great, using his own experience with

In this episode, Baylor talks about the importance of not letting preconceived notions or names of things prevent personal growth and development. He shares a story about trying beet bread and how the name almost prevented him from trying it, but it turned out to be delicious. He encourages listeners to be open-minded and willing to try new things, find alternative ingredients or methods to achieve their desired outcomes, and recognize that they may already possess the skills and characteristics needed for the position or title they desire. By doing so, individuals can overcome the limitations of names and labels and reach their full potential. Trying New Things [00:00:48] Baylor shares a story about trying beet bread and encourages listeners to not let names or perceptions stop them from trying new things or pursuing opportunities. Artificial Intelligence [00:01:27] Baylor talks about how people often avoid artificial intelligence because of the name, but it's used in everyday things like microwaves and drye

In this episode, Baylor talks about the importance of shaking things up in life and getting out of one's comfort zone. He encourages listeners to realize that everything they need for growth is already around them and to stop getting caught up in the drama and doubt. He uses personal anecdotes and illustrations to drive his points home, including an analogy of a grocery store where the important things are around the edge, just like in life. Baylor urges listeners to remove themselves from aisles that are not conducive to their growth and to get out of their comfort zones. Shake Things Up [00:00:49] Baylor encourages listeners to get out of their comfort zone and shake things up in their lives to experience new perspectives. Shake Yourself Up [00:02:11] Baylor uses the illustration of shaking a bottle of juice to encourage listeners to wake up and shake themselves up to get out of their rut. Everything You Need is Around You [00:04:47] Baylor reminds listeners that everything they need for growth is already a

In this episode, Baylor discusses the importance of setting measurable standards in order to achieve success. Using the example of Kobe cows and Wagyu beef, he emphasizes the need to focus on the daily actions and standards required to achieve one's goals, rather than just the end result. Baylor also address the issue of settling for substitutes in various aspects of life and the importance of distinguishing between the real deal and a substitute. He encourages listeners to set high standards for themselves and not get caught up in the opinions of others. Setting Standards [00:01:41] Baylor talks about the importance of setting measurable standards for oneself in order to achieve success, using the example of Kobe cows and Wagyu beef. Judging the Process [00:03:00] Emphasizes the importance of judging one's process rather than just focusing on the end result, and how setting standards for oneself can help achieve this. Real Deal or Substitute [00:04:59] Discusses the importance of being able to distinguish be

In this episode, Baylor talks about leadership lessons that can be learned from biker groups. He draws parallels between biker group leadership and leadership in other contexts, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and self-accountability for leaders. Baylor challenges the common notion that leaders always have to be in the front, leading the charge, and stresses the significance of clear direction and purpose in leadership. He also discusses the importance of operating on a different frequency as a leader, staying focused on the team's direction, and avoiding distractions such as gossip and drama. Leadership in Biker Groups [00:00:47] Baylor discusses the leadership structure of biker groups, with a road captain in front and an anchor in the back, and how they communicate with each other to ensure the safety of the group. Forms of Leadership [00:02:11] Baylor emphasizes that true leadership takes on two different forms: being the one that sees the obstacles ahead and being the one that pushe

In this episode, Baylor addresses the common concern of what to do when you're putting in your best effort but not seeing the desired results. He emphasizes the power of patience and encourages listeners to ask themselves if what they're being patient for is truly worth it. Baylor also talks about the importance of not sacrificing your social life, joy, and time with family and friends for work. He suggests putting yourself in situations where you have to wait and be patient, and reminds listeners that creating a life that aligns with your values and standards takes time and patience. What to do when you're not getting the results you want? [00:00:08] Discusses what to do when you're giving your all and not getting the results you want. The power of patience [00:01:30] Talks about the power of patience and how it can help you achieve your goals. The importance of having marathon-style distance goals [00:03:31] Emphasizes the importance of having long-term goals that are worth waiting for and achieving with in

In this episode, Baylor shares a story about a friend who's into dancing and struggled to learn the Argentine tango due to its unique culture and style. Baylor draws lessons from the experience and applies them to life, encouraging listeners to be open to different opportunities and to trust themselves to lean into their goals. Baylor emphasizes the importance of teamwork and trusting others to achieve big goals. He encourages listeners to lean into their dreams, trust themselves, and be open to different opportunities and ways of achieving their goals. Learning the Argentine Tango [00:00:52] Learning the Argentine Tango and the unique culture and style that comes with it. Opportunities may look different [00:01:35] Baylor encourages listeners to be open to different opportunities and to trust themselves to lean into their goals, even if they look different than expected. Teamwork and Trust [00:03:41] Baylor references a quote from TD Jakes' book, "Disruptive Thinking," about the importance of teamwork and tr

In this episode, Baylor discusses an inspiring text from his good friend Tyler, an accomplished business attorney, about the importance of committing to goals and dreams and putting in the necessary work to achieve them. Tyler's example of achieving her goal of buying her dream horse in just five months is used as inspiration for listeners to re-evaluate their own commitment to their goals. Baylor emphasizes the need to work diligently and consistently towards goals, even when it is inconvenient or challenging, in order to achieve them with momentum and move on to the next set of goals. Commitment to Goals [00:00:54] Tyler's example of achieving her goal of buying her dream horse in just five months is used as inspiration for listeners to re-evaluate their own commitment to their goals and assess whether their actions align with their stated goals. Importance of Diligent Work [00:01:43] Emphasizes the need to work diligently and consistently towards goals, even when it is inconvenient or challenging, in order

In this episode, Baylor discusses the pursuit of perfection. Using the example of imperfect yarn affecting the outcome of his friend's blankets, Baylor encourages listeners to identify external factors that can impact their results and plan for contingencies to mitigate risks. Baylorquestions the pursuit of perfection and suggests redefining it from the perspective of those we serve. By focusing on whether our efforts are serving their intended purpose, we can find our own version of perfection and achieve our goals.  The Pursuit of Perfection [00:00:49] Discusses the pursuit of perfection and growth, and how external factors can affect the outcome of our efforts. Identifying Yarns in Our Lives [00:02:21] Encourages listeners to identify the yarns in their lives, such as traffic or financial troubles, that can impact our results despite our best efforts. Mitigating Risks [00:05:10] Explains the importance of planning for contingencies to mitigate the risks of the yarns in our lives, and not being caught off g

In this episode, Baylor questions whether the things we get worked up about really matter and how to focus on what truly matters in life. He talks about how society and social media benefit from charged debates and arguments, but we should ask ourselves if we can grow from the situation and if it truly matters. Baylor emphasizes that we should focus on what truly matters to us and fight for it with passion, to avoid getting bitten by snakes and going down the wrong path. Does it matter? [00:00:08] The importance of arguments and debates, using sports as an example, and how they can be irrelevant and a waste of time. Fighting the problem together [00:01:38] Changing our mindset from fighting each other to fighting the problem together, using the example of fighting with a partner. Focusing on what matters [00:04:27] Advice on how to focus on what truly matters in life, by asking ourselves if we can grow from a situation and if it truly matters, and by making contingency plans. Does it align with who I am? [00:

In this episode, Baylor discusses the feeling of exhaustion that can come from pursuing goals and offers practical advice on how to minimize it. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the ebbs and flows of life, scheduling time for deescalation, and building in active recovery periods. Baylor also emphasizes the importance of keeping everything in perspective and keeping our goals in mind to stay motivated and focused. He encourages listeners to prioritize their energy, build in active recoveries, and keep their goals in mind to find the inspiration to push through even when feeling tired or uninspired. Understanding the ebbs and flows of life [00:01:27] The importance of understanding the ebbs and flows of life, and how it's not feasible to always be on the go. He gives examples of how musicians and big companies use this strategy to avoid burnout. Consciously deescalating to avoid burnout [00:02:50] The importance of scheduling time to deescalate and avoid burnout. He compares it to Nascar, where dri

In this episode, Baylor emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in the details and taking action towards pursuing new avenues in life. He suggests simplifying our approach to pursuing new avenues in life and surrounding ourselves with consistent people. Baylor also discusses the significance of consistency in achieving one's goals and suggests a simple method of tracking progress by making a plus or minus mark on a calendar each day based on whether or not one executed their plan and gave maximum effort towards their goals. The Devil is in the Details [00:00:09] Baylor talks about how details can hold us back from progressing in life and pursuing new avenues. Avoiding Analysis Paralysis [00:01:07] The importance of not overthinking and psyching oneself out of pursuing something new. Surrounding Yourself with Consistent People [00:04:22] Baylor emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with consistent people to develop consistent habits and pursue new avenues in life. Consistency is Key [00:0

In this episode, Baylor discusses the difference between an asset and a liability mindset. He explains that an asset mindset brings benefits to our future, while a liability mindset finds something wrong with every situation. Baylor emphasizes the importance of associating with assets and minimizing exposure to liabilities, and suggests asking yourself three questions to determine if you have an asset or liability mindset. He also highlights the importance of measuring the return on investment in social currency and putting others in a position to win in their lives. Overall, Baylor encourages listeners to adopt a future mindset and become assets to those around them. Asset vs Liability Mindset [00:00:08] Baylor discusses the difference between an asset and a liability mindset, and how it affects the direction of our lives. Associating with Assets [00:02:30] Baylor emphasizes the importance of associating with asset-minded people and minimizing exposure to liability-minded people. Determine if You are an Asse

In this episode of the Shark Theory podcast, Baylor discusses the importance of productivity and how it can be a valuable asset to achieve our goals and dreams. He shares tips on how to eliminate distractions and focus on the things that push us forward, such as adopting a success-driven mindset and making an action plan. Baylor also suggests finding ways to be more efficient and productive, such as multitasking and starting early in the day. By investing in our productivity, we can achieve our desired outcomes and reach our full potential. The Importance of Productivity [00:01:01] Baylor talks about how productivity is like a stock and how we need to eliminate the extra things in our lives to move forward. Success vs. Doing [00:02:22] Baylor discusses the difference between succeeding and just doing, and how we need to have a success mindset to reach our goals. Efficient Productivity [00:04:54] Baylor shares tips on how to produce more efficiently, including the concept of "twofer" and being quality in the h

In this episode, Baylor talks about the importance of leading with value to increase influence and perceived value. He emphasizes that providing value is not just important for business owners, but can also help individuals advance in their job or social circles. Baylor stresses the importance of exploring different variations of one's skills and being able to articulate one's goals and needs when networking with others. He also highlights the value of putting one's skills and gifts out into the world and sharing them with others to create opportunities for oneself and build towards one's legacy.   The Power of Positive Thinking [00:00:08] Baylor talks about how the things we tell ourselves set the tone for the day and how we can wake up with the right thoughts to have a great morning. Providing Value to Increase Influence [00:00:44] Baylor shares how providing value can help increase influence and perceived value, and how it can be applied in business, job, or personal relationships. Identifying and Leveragi

In this episode of the Shark Theory podcast, host Baylor Barbee talks about the Shinkansen train in Japan and how it uses magnetism to move forward. He suggests that we can expedite our progress by identifying the antipodes of what we want and creating habits that help us achieve our goals. Baylor emphasizes the importance of becoming a repellent to the things we don't want to be and shares his personal experience of how he became a speaker and author. He encourages listeners to identify the opposite of where they want to go and stay diligent in avoiding those behaviors to achieve their goals faster. Shinkansen Train [00:00:09] Baylor Barbee talks about the Shinkansn Train in Japan, a magnetic bullet train that goes 375 miles per hour. Antipode [00:02:28] Baylor explains the importance of identifying the antipode, or direct opposite, of our progress and goals in order to create patterns and habits that will help us achieve what we want. Magnetize Yourself [00:03:18] Baylor discusses the importance of being ma

My brother was fertilizing his yard yesterday and hit a bump and dumped a large amount of fertilizer in a specific spot.  Over the phone, my mom told him to clean that up because It'll burn the yard.  Isn't that crazy? Something that is meant to grow the yard can destroy it there's too much of it? Isn't that true of so many aspects of our lives? How do we avoid the fertilizer burn? We discuss it today.

In modern culture, typically "trending" means something bad happened.  But in all our decisions, we have to decide are we trending toward our goals or away from them.  Our trends set the pattern that set our results.  Today we discuss how to trend the right way.

We all want happiness.  Often it aludes us because we believe we can find it by reaching a certian milestone or benchmark.  However, there's a quicker and more sustainable way to find happiness.  We discuss it today. If you forgot how to be happy, this is for you.