How to Compete with a Healthy Mindset

How to Compete with a Healthy Mindset

How do we compete without sacrificing our relationships? CJ McClanahan shares how we can harness our drive to compete and be better without sacrificing our sense of well-being and purpose. Listen to the full interview with Brandon Eastman from The Be Better...
My Giving Tuesday Confession

My Giving Tuesday Confession

I love giving… but not Giving Tuesday. Confession 1: I love giving. In fact, for the last decade, I’ve argued that the best way to enjoy your life is to give generously.Confession 2: Giving Tuesday is my least favorite holiday of the whole year.So why do I have...
Are you a recovering overachiever?

Are you a recovering overachiever?

I’m a recovering overachiever. That means I’ve struggled with the word “No” my whole life. The former people pleaser in me committed to countless activities that jammed my schedule with endless meetings and tasks. Instead of feeling satisfied, all of this endless...
Employee Motivation Made Easy with Bob Nelson

Employee Motivation Made Easy with Bob Nelson

(Download Episode Here) (Subscribe to the Podcast Here) (Connect with CJ) In this episode, Dr. Bob Nelson shares his insights on how businesses can incorporate a ‘fun’ company culture to retain employees, establish creative workspaces, inspire professional and...
Solving the Great Attrition

Solving the Great Attrition

More than 19 million employees have quit their jobs since April, and more than 60% of employers expect that turnover will only get worse. We assume that attrition is due to compensation and/or benefits. But new research shows it’s likely something deeper. No...
The Answer to Life’s Questions

The Answer to Life’s Questions

“More.” It’s our (i.e. overachieving professionals’) go-to answer whenever we consider life’s important questions: How much money do I need to make? How many career accolades do I need? How many clients should I get? How much should I save for...
Do What Matters Most with Rob Shallenberger

Do What Matters Most with Rob Shallenberger

(Download Episode Here) (Subscribe to the Podcast Here) (Connect with CJ) In this episode, we sit down with Rob Shallenberger, author of Do What Matters Most, as he unveils the key to success starts with developing personal visions and goals, maintaining focus,...
Why we focus on others

Why we focus on others

I often wonder what God would say if we had the opportunity to grab coffee. My fear is that She would be brutally honest and tell me, “You talk a big game, but I sometimes wish you would do more.” Far too much of our time is spent trying to impress others. Remember…...
Fleeting Enjoyment or Lasting Contentment?

Fleeting Enjoyment or Lasting Contentment?

I thought about buying a new pair of shoes today. As I drove past REI and remembered their great selection, I got excited. I imagined trying on a handful of pairs and walking out with a new addition to my fairly lame wardrobe. But then I remembered a quote from an...
Feeling anxious? Try this.

Feeling anxious? Try this.

I have just about everything I ever wanted, but I still experience anxiety, worry, unhappiness, dissatisfaction. What can I do to feel differently? Over the years, many successful professionals have asked me this question hundreds (if not thousands) of times. One of...
Measuring Vegans and Vegetarians

Measuring Vegans and Vegetarians

I read a study the other day that says that 3% of Americans are vegans while 5% claim to be vegetarians. After thoughtful consideration, I came to this conclusion – “Who cares?” We are obsessed with measurement.This fascination with statistics is driven by our need to...
Building Emotional Resilience with Robin Hills

Building Emotional Resilience with Robin Hills

(Download Episode Here) (Subscribe to the Podcast Here) (Connect with CJ) In this episode, we’ll talk about the topic that most leaders tend to ignore – emotional intelligence. Robin Hills helps us understand why we ignore it, and the proven correlation between...
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