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𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴… If you’re an actor you don’t need to need to land the movie…. You can act on camera and put it out online…. If you’re a musician you don’t need a record deal.... You can enjoy playing it for yourself or create content online… If you’re a enjoy playing basketball you don’t need to get scouted by the NBA… You can play at the local courts… What does a hitting specific milestone have ANYTHING to do with doing something because you love it? Nothing wrong with going after milestones but don’t let it choke your love for something…. You know whats funny though? When you stop doing it to please others and allow yourself to do just because you love it…. The accolades and rare opportunities find you…. It’s the great paradox of life. #personaldevelopment #milestone #selfove #opportunities #lifechoices

Challengers This film 🎥 is not only about sports and tennis. No, it's about much more. About love? Well, too. But first of all, this is a film about friendship and how important it is to believe in yourself. The main character desperately needed this faith and used every means available to believe in herself as a person, as a player, as a coach. The two main characters do everything to finally believe in themselves. After all, the most important thing in life is self-confidence. No one can ignite this fire within us, no amount of exercise, advice, friends or family. Only you can get out of bed in the morning and decide that you believe in yourself. It is on this faith that all achievements are built. Everything else is just a pleasant bonus that helps boost our confidence. The film is definitely worth watching. 😎 It leaves interesting feelings and impressions after completion. And believe me, I won’t make any spoilers, but the last shots are something! Perhaps the most powerful in the entire 2-odd hours of viewing. I recommend watching! You will not regret it. 🍿 Do you believe in yourself? #linkedin #weekend

For years I classified a lot of my beliefs about what it takes to be successful in business, life and relationships under an acronym that I call #ThePOP. #ThePOP has meant so many things for me throughout my life and professional career: 1.) Power of Personality - I truly believe through our genuine personality, natural tendencies and innate characteristics we are truly able to experience the essence of an authentic life. 2.) People Over Policy - This belief has been my North Star as a leader in various leadership positions. I strongly believe that policies are made for people and not the other way around. When we obsess over our policies to the point that we forget that we are working and connecting with human beings and not (numbers, titles, roles and positions) then as leadership we have lost our way. After returning back from a trip to Iceland with my best friend/ wife Renata Lewis I have now discovered yet again another meaningful application for #ThePOP .... 3.) The Power of Play - OMG, who would have thought that a couple days of adventure and play could be so rejuvenating, inspiring and uplifting to the soul! We ran through valleys, tossed black sand, we had conversations with sheep or least tried to lol. We danced to the sound of flutes, we ate, we teased, we reflected, jammed out to U2. We set out to have fun with no agenda, no objectives and no KPI's and it was life. My goodness we even went as far as booking our flight with PLAY airlines LOL! Could play be that missing element in our lives as Adults? Professionals? Executives? Parents? I mean, our kids seem to be living their best life especially when engaged in an episode of play. I intend to be more intentional about exploring this topic and incorporating it more into my business and personal life, because I think hidden inside the 'power of play' is a whole new world of wonder that I am excited to discover! Thanks for reading! Love Dan. #Play #Adventure #PersonalDevelopment #SelfDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #ThePOP #Iceland #Travel #Inspiration #MondayMotivation #Iwasthinking

Growth DOESN'T guarantee: ❌ Money ❌ Superstardom ❌ Raving fans ❌ Sold-out tours ❌ Adoration Growth DOES guarantee: ✅ Peace of mind ✅ Authority ✅ Freedom ✅ Sustainability ✅ Love Growth is more than a perspective. #musicindustry #artistmanagers #artistmanagement

I ran at a speed of 4:56/km!! 🏃🏽♀️ And I was cream crackered! That is the fastest I’ve ever run 🥳 I’ve got my first race since the marathon on Sunday… And I’m doing the Blackpool Music Run 🎵 I do want to try and hit a PB… But I know it will be hard! The fastest 10k I’ve ever done is St Helens… And that was 58:27… So I’ll really have to get my tush in gear! ⚙️ But I need to remember… I’ve ran a marathon and I can do this! 💪🏼 You’ve got to have the same mindset when it comes to recruitment… Because sometimes you’ve got to think outside the box 📦 Not every job you can just whip an advert out… And have a diamond apply 💎 You’ve really got to use your brain cells: 🧠Where do these people hang out? 🧠Is there any associated Social media groups? 🧠Do you have any connections who may know someone And easier said than done because this takes time… But that’s where I can come in 🙌🏼 I’m all about saving people time, money and sanity… So that you can concentrate on other areas of the business… Amazing right?!? #Recruitment #Time #Money #Sanity

I say, I say, I say. What's the similarity between running your own business and acting in a pantomime? You find yourself regularly saying 'Oh no, I can't' 'Oh yes, I can!' I recently took part in my first pantomime when I joined The Stanley Players, an amateur dramatics group in my home town. It was Aladdin, which was fitting since my first theatrical experience was being taken to see a panto at York Theatre Royal when I was 5 years old - which was, you've guessed it, Aladdin! I remember loving every minute of it and was even selected as one of the children to go on the stage during the community singing. Back to running your own business... during the rehearsals, I noticed some similarities that I've experienced during the past few years of running my own business, Green Spark Marketing: 🌟 at the beginning, there's an end goal but it seems a long way off & you can't see how you'll get there 🌟 you have a particular role but find yourself getting involved with all sorts of other stuff as well as standing in for other parts 🌟 it can seem a slog getting all the different aspects ready and you wonder if it'll ever come together 🌟 you really do find yourself repeating 'Oh no, I can't' and 'Oh yes, I can' at regular intervals 🌟 there are last minute nerves just before the whole thing goes live as you wonder if your audience/customers will really like what you're offering One positive take away is the power of working in a team: surrounding yourself with others who are as committed and enthusiastic to the end goal as you are, sharing the ups, downs, prop malfunctions, accolades and, most importantly, the camaraderie. We all need a good laugh to keep us going. And remember, when your business is finally open for business and customers are loving what you do, all those upheavals will be 'behind you!' (By the way, I'm 4th from the right in the photo, and I can honestly say being part of the whole thing was a massive amount of fun) #businessdevelopment #businesslife #motivationmonday #motivationalpost

5 things I learned about business… from ballroom dancing. My wife and I recently started dancing lessons: two-step, waltz, polka, line dancing & much more. It’s great fun and really makes her happy! Here are five lessons you can take from dancing and apply to the workplace: 1. Don’t focus on your feet – just keep moving forward. It's all about taking action and driving progress. 2. One person leads while the other follows. In business, it's about finding the right balance between leading and supporting each other. 3. Different music calls for different steps, just like different business environments need different strategies. Adapt to what's “playing” in the marketplace. 4. Maintain a strong frame: stand tall and move confidently through the room. It works wonders both on the dance floor and in the workplace. 5. When you make the right moves in rhythm with the music – or business conditions – magic can happen. Take your spouse dancing this weekend… then apply these themes to dance through business challenges with warmth, wisdom, and experience.

Hey LinkedIn fam! 🌐 I'm peeling back the layers of my life to share a story that's raw, real, and resonates with every heartbeat. 🥀 Imagine a time when your choices danced with danger and your closest allies shaped your destiny. I've been there, on the brink of self-destruction, guided by the wrong company. Yet, amidst the chaos, there was one constant – my mother's unwavering belief. 🏈 Picture this: me on the football field, adrenaline pumping, but my mother stealing the show on the sidelines. Her belief in me was my greatest gift, a lifeline when I was drowning in the consequences of my choices. But life threw curveballs. Tragedy struck, and I found myself halfway across the world when I received news of my mother's passing. The guilt, the 'what ifs,' the missed opportunities to connect – it's a weight I carry. 💔 I bared my soul, battling addiction, losing relationships, chasing the mirage of success. I was a millionaire, yet alone in the world. It took losing everything to understand the true value of life – love and genuine connections. This post is not a sermon; it's a revelation. Showcasing the repercussions of choices, the transformative power of love, and the fragility of life. We're not here to accumulate wealth; we're here to cherish moments, express love, and savor connections. So, as you scroll through your busy day, hit pause for a moment. Reach out to your loved ones. Cherish the simple joys. This is a story of redemption, a journey from darkness to light, and a reminder that it's never too late to rewrite your narrative. Join me in this journey of self-discovery, resilience, and the unwavering power of love. 💪💙 https://lnkd.in/gQmKJtq5