Katie Gillberg, founder and CEO of Hydrate IV Bar, shares a unique journey from her days as a Denver Broncos cheerleader to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the IV hydration industry. Drawing on the confidence, teamwork, and professionalism she honed on the sidelines, Katie turned her passion into a business. Starting out, she juggled self-funding her venture while working full-time in medical sales, a true testament to her determination. Listen today and choose which action from Katie's story will get you closer to your own success story.

Action Principles

Pick one to do this week:

1. Take small risks. Build up your confidence by taking minor risks. ACTION: Pick one small risk and schedule time in your calendar to make it happen.
2. Elevate your circle. Surround yourself with people who are more intelligent and more successful than you. ACTION: Reach out to someone you admire and ask if they’d be willing to connect and share some advice.
3. Focus forward. Avoid the “what if” traps of the past and push forward to the next step in your plan. ACTION: Ask yourself, “What’s next?” when you feel stuck in the past.
4. Spend time wisely. Be picky about how you spend your time. If it’s not a strong yes, then it’s a no. ACTION: Ask yourself, “Does this excite me or fit into my most valuable activities?” before committing to anything new.

Guest Resources

Follow Hydrate IV bar on Instagram or learn more at HydrateIVbar.com.

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Time Management Fundamentals

Dave 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

Simeon Quarrie, CEO of Vivida and an award-winning international speaker, discusses his journey from starting a business at 16 to becoming a multimedia storyteller for major brands like Apple and Google. He emphasizes the importance of blending creativity with technology, delivering work to the highest standards, and listening to the right voices of support. Simeon's transition from wedding photography to corporate storytelling was facilitated by his ability to tell compelling stories and his dedication to excellence. He highlights the value of understanding one's strengths and leveraging them for future success.

Action Principles

Pick one to do this week:

1. Blend passions. Stand out in the marketplace by uniquely combining your interests. ACTION: Explore ways to combine your passions or interests into a possible career strength.
2. Focus on quality. Deliver work to the best of your ability to open up future opportunities. ACTION: Pick one task you’re responsible for and look for ways to improve the quality of your work.
3. Listen to your most valuable voices. Surround yourself with the right voices of support, especially your most valuable customer. ACTION: Determine who those people are and listen to their recommendations for improvement.
4. Learn about yourself. Discover your strengths and leverage them for long-term success. ACTION: Schedule time to consider your strengths, write them down, and identify patterns.

Guest Resources

Learn more about Simeon Quarrie by following him on LinkedIn.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Discovering Your Strengths

Dave 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

Ed Greenwood, the mastermind behind the iconic Forgotten Realms, shares his journey from childhood daydreams to becoming a Dungeons & Dragons legend. He reveals the magic formula: read everything, find your unique voice, and create like there's no tomorrow. Greenwood’s wisdom goes beyond writing; it’s about finding a career that lights you up, surrounding yourself with people who support your quirks, and aiming for a legacy that’s more about impact than income. Whether you're just starting out or switching gears, Greenwood’s story is a reminder to pursue your passions with relentless creativity and heart. Listen to his story and choose the action that resonates the most with you today!

Action Principles

Pick one to do this week:

1. Learn from those you admire. Study their work to build a more profound basis for creativity. ACTION: Choose your favorite format and learn something new from someone you admire.
2. Be prolific. Creating a lot of content opens more doors. ACTION: Schedule regular time to create content without worrying about perfection.
3. Have a clear vision. Make that vision the result of engaging all five senses, not just sight. ACTION: Review your vision and ask yourself if you’re using all five senses to develop it more clearly.
4. Keep up the momentum. To keep the creative process rolling, start the next creative task immediately after completing the previous one. ACTION: Schedule a 5-minute block after all existing creative tasks dedicated to starting “the next one.”

Guest Resources

Follow Ed Greenwood on X, username @TheEdVerse, or on Discord by joining the server, Greenwood’s Grotto.

Suggested LinkedIn Learning Courses

Time Management Fundamentals

Dave 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