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Summary

In this episode of 15 Minute Mentorship, Russ Broomell shares rapid-fire mentorship advice on various topics. He discusses the importance of channeling passions, finding people to help develop skills, and cultivating new passions.

He also challenges the idea that everything worth doing must be done right, suggesting that sometimes it's worth hiring someone to do it better or learning from failure.

Russ emphasizes the importance of taking action and having a positive attitude, but also acknowledges that taking action matters too. He debunks the myth of multitasking and busyness as a mark of success. Lastly, he highlights the need for individualized mentorship and the power of love.

Sound Bites

"Clearly good mentorship takes longer than 15 minutes."

"Find some people to help you develop these passions into valuable skills and habits."

"Sometimes if it's worth doing, it's worth finding someone who does it really well."

Timeline

00:00 Introduction and Channeling Passions

01:24 Something Worth Doing?

03:20 Failing, Learning, and Embracing Imperfection

04:35 Done Is Better Than Perfect

05:00 Attitude Creates Success?

07:07 Challenging the Notion of Busyness as Success

08:26 One Size Fits All?

09:57 Cultivating an Attitude of Love and Compassion

Summary

In this episode, Russ Broomell discusses the importance of self-reflection. Self-reflection allows us to examine our actions, motivations, and core values. It helps us understand what drives us and why certain decisions are important to us. Self-reflection cuts through the BS and gives us a reality check. It empowers us to identify our passions and appreciate our quirks.

The conversation explores the importance of self-reflection in both personal and professional spheres. Russ also shares John Wesley's 22 Questions as a powerful tool for spiritual self-reflection.

Self-reflection can be a powerful and positive experience, but it can also be challenging and confront us with painful truths. It is important to seek help if needed and to be surrounded by people who love and support us.

After an interactive exercise, Russ discusses the importance of reflecting on what we're learning from others. He reads a bit of Shakespeare too, oddly enough. Reflecting on what others have taught us helps us gain a deeper appreciation for the people who have shaped our lives. It also helps us identify areas where we may need to seek out new relationships or mentors to continue growing and learning.

Lots of opportunities for interactivity in this episode!

Timeline

00:00 Introduction

00:48 Reflecting on Self-Reflection

02:59 Professional Self-Reflection

04:04 John Wesley's 22 Questions for Spiritual Self-Reflection

05:37 Warning

06:04 Self Reflection Exercise

07:57 Press Pause

08:03 Reflecting On Others (and Hamlet)

11:12 Reflection on Others Exercise

12:35 Surrounding Yourself with Wise People

Summary

In this episode, Russ shares his perspective on following your dreams and passions. He tells personal stories of how following his passions led to trouble, but also how mentorship and practical experience helped him discover new passions.

Russ emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and being open to exploring new avenues. He encourages listeners to channel their passions in ways that are personally rewarding and pragmatically beneficial.

Takeaways

1. Following your dreams and passions can be fulfilling in the moment, but it may not always lead to long-term success or happiness.
2. Mentorship and practical experience are crucial for shaping and directing passions.
3. Lifelong learning is important for personal and professional growth.
4. It's important to be open to exploring new passions and avenues.
5. Channeling passions in ways that are personally rewarding and pragmatically beneficial is key.
6. Don't limit yourself to your first dreams; be open to discovering new passions.
7. It's never too late to set new goals and dream new dreams.

Timeline

00:00 Introduction and the Pitfalls of Following Dreams and Passions

00:45 Follow Your Passions

02:07 Evolve Your Passions

06:12 The Importance of Mentorship and Practical Experience

09:33 Cultivate Your Passions

11:56 It's Not TooLate

12:39 Wrap Up

Sound Bites

"Follow my dreams, do what I love. It was great. But it was great because I had someone to help me shape those dreams and those passions."

"Mentorship, as illustrated by my time with Bob, is a cornerstone for you to build on."

"By remaining open to learning and adapting your dreams, you can continue to find new avenues through which you can do what you love."

Keywords

mentorship, following dreams, following passions, personal growth, practical experience, lifelong learning

In this special episode ham-handedly copied and poorly cut down from the Resilient Faith series with Jamelle Jones, Russ shares about his faith journey. He emphasizes the need to listen to where our needs are being met as a way for God to nudge us toward faith.

The guys also discuss the importance of being a forever learner and going back to the basics in our faith. Russ cautions against fixating on certain beliefs or practices and he reminds us that God is alive and active, always moving and leading us. He encourages us to have a 10,000-year view of our faith and to stay connected to God as the source of growth and learning.

Summary

In this episode, Russ discusses the value of a long-term mindset and making a life that is built to last. He emphasizes the overwhelming importance of long-term thinking. Russ provides examples of how a long-term mindset can be applied to various aspects of life, such as finances, relationships, personal growth, and compassion. He encourages you to prioritize what is most important and invest your attention over the long term. So, memento mori and give this episode a listen.

Takeaways

• Developing a long-term mindset is essential for building a life that lasts.
• Investing attention and effort over the long term yields significant results.
• Prioritize what is most important and give it consistent attention.
• Long-term investments in relationships, personal growth, and compassion have a lasting impact.
• Giving to others and investing in acts of compassion brings fulfillment and returns in unexpected ways.

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Summary

In this episode, Russ discusses the problem of busyness and the importance of taking intentional pauses in our daily lives. He emphasizes the need to prioritize and give special attention to things that are important to us. Russ shares his personal experience of taking intentional pauses and how it has made a difference. He highlights the impact of busyness and suggests adopting a habit of mindful pauses throughout the day to make your relationships better, strengthen your faith, and make your work life shine.

Timeline

00:00 The Problem of Busyness

01:35 Intentional Pauses

03:20 Pausing For Relationships

04:57 Intentional Pauses for Faith

06:14 Personal Development Pauses

07:41 Hourly Pauses / Adopting a New Habit

10:11 Daily Pauses

11:10 Weekly Pauses

13:05 Becoming the Cool Kids

13:36 Reflecting on Priorities

In this episode, Russ discusses the importance of focusing on what matters most in life. He emphasizes the need to have the right mindset and worldview, recognizing that some things and people are more important than others, unfortunately.

Russ highlights the principle that what lasts matters, and encourages you to prioritize long-lasting and significant aspects of your life. He questions why people often get distracted by things like the news cycle, social media, and trivial tasks, instead of investing their time and attention in what truly matters. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of practice and self-awareness in prioritizing what matters most.

Takeaways

• Having the right mindset and worldview is crucial for focusing on what matters most.
• Recognize that some things and people are more important to you than others.
• Prioritize what lasts and has long-term significance.
• Avoid getting distracted by short-lived distractions.
• Practice and self-awareness are key in prioritizing what matters most.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:31 Starting with Mindset and Worldview

02:52 The Importance of What Lasts

04:22 Differentiating Between Important and Ephemeral

05:43 Choosing Attention Over Distraction

07:01 Practicing Focus on What Matters Most

07:58 Being Self-Aware and Prioritizing

08:53 Spending Time on What Matters Most