Chris Nikic is the world's first person with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman triathlon. Listen in as he and his father, Nik share the story of how doing just 1% better each day helped them, and can help you, achieve the impossible. Discover the insights Nik gained as he evaluated and adjusted his parenting style to fit his son’s unique needs, which included not treating him like he’s special. In this interview, they reconstruct how they developed a program which helped Chris achieve his seemingly insurmountable goals, including completing the Ironman Triathlon not once, but three times now! Chris and his father have since gone on to co-write a book, start Chris’ career as a public speaker, and so much more. All because he and his father focus on doing just 1% better each and every day. Join Dave as he dissects the actions they took to achieve this remarkable level of success.  Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Know your motivation. Understand why you’re doing something. When you have your motivation in mind, it gives you the push to keep moving forward. One action you could take: Create a visual motivation board and keep it somewhere you’ll see it daily.Customize your plan. Everyone has unique needs and challenges. Figure out what works for you, and what doesn’t, and make those changes. One action you could take: Find a plan that’s proven to be successful for others, then make adjustments that fit your needs and lifestyle so it works for you.Ask the right questions. There’s a real power in asking yourself the right questions. Whether you ask yourself, or you have a great coach, the answers you get could make a big difference. One action you could take: Rather than forcing yourself to push through, stop and ask yourself this important question: “Do I really want to quit or keep going?”Follow the 1% Better principle. Commit to getting 1% better at something that will get you a little closer to your goal every day. Over time, the 1% will compound into big results. One action you could take: Ask yourself, “What can I do to get just 1% better today that will help me get closer to my goal?” Then do it!Guest Resources:You can learn more about Chris’ journey by visiting Chrisnikic.com or by following him on Facebook and Instagram. Suggested Course:Discovering Your Strengths Making Big Goals AchievableDave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Dean explains why he believes in putting his family first and how this core value served him well over the years. He’s an expert in building and nurturing strong relationships, both work and personal, for a happy and successful life. We dive into how he transferred skills from his childhood dream job into a career beyond his imagination. Listen in as Dean illustrates how he mastered the basics in order to grow and find his path to genuine happiness. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to achieve your own goals while maintaining a healthy balance from day one.Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Use past skills in your current job. Your current skills can be utilized to strengthen your career. For example, Dean used his skills in broadcasting, journalism, and sales to develop LinkedIn Learning courses that teach thousands of learners! One action you could take: Ask yourself: “Is there a way I could use more of a skill I learned in the past in my current job?”Match who you are with your workplace culture. It’s important that the culture of your workplace is a good fit for you. If it’s not, it may be best to move on to other options. One action you could take: Consider if the culture at your workplace is the right fit for you. If it’s not, think of one way you might help improve it.Discover your strengths and core values. Your strengths are a combination of natural gifts, skills, and passions. Your core values influence your decisions. Both serve as a guide to choosing your next step. One action you could take: Schedule an hour to take my course, Discovering Your Strengths, at davecrenshaw.com/strength.Remember to put family first. No matter how busy work gets, always prioritize your family and loved ones above all else. This core value will help you stay on a path towards genuine happiness. One action you could take: Schedule time once per week to connect with your loved ones in a meaningful way. We have a weekly family game night, for example! Guest ResourcesStop and take a moment to schedule the first action you’ve chosen from what you’ve learned today. If you’d like to learn more about Dean, you can follow him on LinkedIn for more tips and inspiration. You can also purchase his book, Mastering the Basics, to dive deeper into his formula for success. Suggested CoursesPrepare Yourself for a Career in Sales - https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/dean-karrelTime Management Fundamentals - DaveCrenshaw.com/timeDave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Find out how having a mindset of gratitude turned into millions in sales for Tahani Aburaneh. She started her journey in a refugee camp with nothing but her parent's guidance and strong will to keep her motivated. Today, she will share how she went from having nothing to becoming one of Canada's top real estate moguls and a self-made millionaire. Her story is an astounding testament to the power of gratitude and determination. In this episode, she shares how her parents instilled important character traits at an early age, how she turned obstacles into opportunities, and why she's thankful for the many hardships she experienced in the past.Action Principles Pick one to do this week:Embrace the power of gratitude. Despite living in a refugee camp as a child, she never felt that she went without and was thankful for every day. She never let negativity stop her from progressing toward her goals. One action you could take: Start a daily gratitude journal. Maintain a hunger for knowledge. Continuous learning is the backbone of Tahani's journey. She's always looking for something new to learn! One action you could take: Read one new non-fiction book per month. Determination is the key to success. Keep asking! Every one-hundred noes mean you're closer to a yes. Tahani explains her ideology and how her determination made her who she is today. One action you could take: Keep track of every no, and a short lesson on how you could improve for next time.“Just own it.” Hold yourself accountable for your actions and your life. One action you could take: Find a mentor that will help you stay accountable to your goal.Guest ResourcesIf you're interested in real estate investing, you should grab a copy of Tahani's bestselling book, Real Estate Riches. You can also follow Tahani at her official website, tahani.ca or on Instagram: @tahaniinternational, for more real estate advice from the best in the industry!Suggested CoursesDiscovering Your Strengths - DaveCrenshaw.com/strengthDave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com

Listen in as Kwame describes how his desire to learn, blended with his innate curiosity, led to a unique set of skills. He opens up about why he credits his failures for his current success. You’ll learn how he took a deeply ingrained fear and transformed it into an unexpected strength that propelled him down a surprising career path. He also shares how being a father has forced him to become more efficient. At his core, Kwame believes in pushing past your fears and taking action without worrying about achieving perfection. He chooses to level up every day and teaches you to do the same. Action Principles Pick one to do this week: Knowing yourself. Ask yourself, “Is what I’m doing right now a fit for who I am?” If not, push past your fear of the unknown and follow your curiosity.  One action you could take: If the answer is no, choose one action that moves you closer to doing work that fits who you are as a person.Level up. Even when the future is unclear, you can always improve the fundamentals. Ask yourself, “What’s a basic skill I can do better?” One action you could take: Take a course to improve that skill. For example, you could take Dave’s time management course or Kwame’s course on how to be both assertive and likable.Set boundaries. Create clear finish lines for working hours and protect your personal time. This will force you to be more efficient and productive at work, getting more done in less time! One action you could take: Choose a work schedule with a clear stopping time each day.Take action. Knowledge is only as powerful as the action that follows it. Remember, failure is simply practice and action is always better than perfection. One action you could take: Pick one of the actions you chose from today’s episode and schedule a time to do it. Don’t worry if the action you take isn’t perfect.Guest ResourcesIf you’d like to learn more about negotiating difficult conversations, I strongly recommend subscribing to Kwame’s podcast, Negotiate Anything. You can also stay connected by following him on LinkedIn. Suggested CoursesHow to Be Both Assertive and Likeable - https://www.linkedin.com/learning/how-to-be-both-assertive-and-likable/introducing-hamilton-chan-esq-8632073Find and Test Your Business Idea - DaveCrenshaw.com/ideaDave Crenshaw develops productive leaders in Fortune 500 companies, universities, and organizations of every size. He has appeared in Time magazine, USA Today, FastCompany, and the BBC News. His courses on LinkedIn Learning have been viewed tens of millions of times. His five books have been published in eight languages, the most popular of which is The Myth of Multitasking—a time management bestseller. As an author, speaker, and online instructor, Dave has transformed the lives and careers of hundreds of thousands around the world. DaveCrenshaw.com