Explore the crucial role of GRIT in achieving long-term success and personal growth. Inspired by Angela Duckworth’s groundbreaking work, we’ll delve into how passion and perseverance can drive you forward, even in challenging times. Plus, a personal story by Nick on knowing when to quit something and why sometimes stepping back is part of the process. Learn practical strategies for cultivating grit: setting compelling goals, celebrating small victories, and transform your mindset!

Explore the resilient mindset needed to navigate life's twists and turns. From unexpected detours to facing setbacks head-on, discover how to keep moving forward with courage and conviction. Nick shares a powerful story of resilience and determination, and encourages us with practical strategies for embracing the journey ahead. Tune in now and empower yourself to forge forward with strength and purpose!

This episode’s theme is EQ (emotional intelligence) and the role it plays in your everyday life. Exploring the power we hold over our emotions, we unravel the essence of EQ through the mnemonic "FRAME" (Feelings, Read the room, Authenticity, Mood, Engage). Drawing inspiration from authors like Justin Bariso and Scott Mautz, we uncover a daily mental exercise we can simply do to boost our own emotional intelligence. Nick recalls a remarkable moment involving his friend Miles & "The UPS Delivery Guy”  -- Learn how a seemingly small act could be the very distinction between a good interaction and an absolutely extraordinary one!

Defeating doubt by embracing a positive mindset, Nicks draws on personal experiences and lessons he learned from a mentor. He'll share anecdotes and practical advice, sweep away the A.N.T.S. in your life, combat negativity, embody confidence, and embrace life's challenges with optimism, Love It Large!

Why did Nick need to hear this in his own life? "You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup." Explore the vital importance of self-care and prioritizing personal energy reserves. Learn simple strategy to ensure we have enough in our own 'gas tanks' to support both ourselves and those we care about. Discover the art of prioritizing self amidst life's demands, fostering a sustainable balance between giving and replenishing.

The keys to building mental momentum and harnessing energy throughout your day. Hear simple strategies to enhance clarity and enabling us to perceive blessings and lessons in our daily experiences. Join Nick as he uncovers practical techniques to cultivate sustained mental energy, empowering us to navigate life's challenges with resilience and gratitude.

Explore the power of attitude awareness in shaping our daily experiences. Join us as Nick shares how our chosen mindset impacts our attitude, guiding us through each moment in our day, from when we wake up to your head hits the pillow at night. Discover practical insights and tactics to cultivate a positive optimistic outlook and enhance your mindset, productivity, and fulfillment in our lives.

Your daily boost of inspiration is back! This podcast will offer simple strategies to harness your thoughts, create mental clarity, and take charge of your own well-being. By clearing out your mental clutter and shifting your mindset, you can tap into your inner wisdom to be your best at work, home, and in play. This podcast is brought to you by MP: Wired for HR®. We Believe People Make The Difference.

Fresh starts begin in our mind. Discover how this period of our lives can be a 'new time marker.' For "every finish line has a new starting line." - Adam Goldberg

Today's theme is defining HOPE. I'll share a short story called, "Think Inwardly, Focus Outwardly." “Hope and Fear Can Not Occupy One Space… Invite One To Stay.”  -Maya Angelou

Today’s theme is EQ: emotional intelligence and the role it plays in your everyday life. Nick recalls a remarkable moment involving his friend Miles & "The UPS Delivery Guy” -- First let's rewind to an exhilarating game of ping-pong, and how that served as a catalyst that sparked a paradigm shift for a university's core values. Having EQ and recognizing how people F.E.E.L prior to any interaction with them, makes a world of difference, for both parties. Do did you know? Pausing for a mere two seconds to consider the emotions of those around you before engaging with them? That seemingly small act could be the very distinction between a good interaction and an absolutely extraordinary one!

This week’s episode is about rising to the occasion when adversity strikes.  We’ll explore:  Expanding your horizons and testing your limits  Seizing your next opportunity Feeling equipped and empowered to handle what life throws your way Parenting a young mind to instill confidence and resilience, especially in the face of failure  How iconic athletes rise handle adversity If you’re looking to boost confidence, work on personal growth, and hear how people can become the best version of themselves, you’ll want to tune into this episode. Thank you for listening. This is your Morning Mindset.

Just in time for Thanksgiving, this week's episode will be focused on gratitude. We’ll explore Its seven benefits, including how it can help you thrive through adversity and improve your mental health daily. Some of the findings about gratitude from the field of positive psychology.A few ways to cultivate gratitude in your own life on a regular basis. If you’re looking to boost your self-confidence, work on your own self-growth and hear how people can become the best version of themselves -- then you’ll want to tune into this episode. Thank you for listening, this is Your Morning Mindset.

This week’s episode  is about how grit and grace, time-honored tools for persevering through hard times.  We’ll uncover: How to practice grit and grace to get through tough circumstances. Ways to identify the seeds of resilience in yourself and cultivate them. The story of two people Nick knows very well who’s journey has required perseveranceIf you’re looking to boost your grit and grace, work on your own self-growth and hear how people can become the best version of themselves -- then you’ll want to tune into this episode. Thank you for listening, this is Your Morning Mindset.

This episode we will focus on the importance of self-compassion. Nick challenges us to be more cognizant of our self-talk inside our own head. At the end of the day, you’ll never spend more time with someone in your life than you will yourself. If you want to start practicing more compassion in your life, it first starts with yourself. We will cover the three pillars of self-compassion: 1. Self-kindness vs. Self-judgement 2. Common humanity vs. Isolation 3. Mindfulness vs. Over-identification If you’re looking to boost your self-confidence, work on your own self-growth and hear how people can become the best version of themselves -- then you’ll want to tune into this episode. Thank you for listening, this is Your Morning Mindset.

This podcast season, our goal is to help you thrive through adversity. Our first episode will be about building confidence, which is key to coping with setbacks and failures. We’ll focus on tactics for boosting self-confidence with some simple brain rewiring and shifting thought patterns. Today’s episode will help you boost your confidence to: Create less fear and anxiety Build greater motivation within yourself Strengthen your relationships with family, friends, and coworkers Increase your resilienceIf you’re looking to boost your confidence, work on self-growth, and hear how other people became the best versions of themselves, you’ll want to tune into this episode of Morning Mindset.Article link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/changepower/201805/how-be-more-self-confident-in-just-3-minutes-day

How can we stay connected and communicate effectively with others while working remotely? How can we pull together while staying apart? We'll share simple strategies to do so and even tell you how to throw a virtual birthday party during a video business meeting. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” - African Proverb Want to send in a listener question? Email us at morningmindset@masspay.net.

Nick drops the curtain a bit and goes unscripted as he is asked questions sent in by listeners. Topics covered: being mindful to not simply check off the boxes, mental toughness, less self-doubt and more self-confidence, and remember that what other people think of you is none of your business.  Hope you enjoy and if you have more questions for Nick or episode topic ideas and themes, please let us know. We would love to hear from you!  Email: morningmindset@masspay.net  and our social sites: @TheMassPayWay #TheMassPayWay “The better you know yourself, the better your relationship with the rest of the world.” - Toni Collette

Top Ten Tips to Carry with You in the School of Life. This episode is a special ode to graduating seniors, a helping hand to parents, and a great applause to all teachers!  “Every person you meet knows something you don’t; learn from them.” —Harriett Jackson Brown Jr. Nick suggests pass this on to the students in your life! Want to send in a listener question? Email us at morningmindset@masspay.net.

What if we took this perspective? What will our world look like after 2020?  “We cannot become what we want to be by remaining what we are.” -Max DePreeWant to send in a listener question? Email us at morningmindset@masspay.net.