It is a new year and I am back from my break of blogging. I decided that over the holiday season I wouldn’t take my computer anywhere with me so I could focus on my family.

I wanted to begin by talking about the Producer Power Hour (PPH). In the past few days I have had an opportunity to talk with members of PPH. It is consistent that people find more clarity and build confidence when beginning the day with a focus on their Human Life Value. People are gaining more energy by committing to this habit on a daily basis. Each person customizes their own program and some even switch it up on a regular basis, but it is consistent that people are more productive by taking some time to focus on their greatest asset- themself.

A consistent area that people are having great progress is meditation. How often do we take time to just listen or focus without constant thoughts of what has to be done. There are many benefits of meditation and also various ways to meditate. There are books on mediation, music to create an atmosphere for mediation or even activities or places that put people in a meditative state. For me, I created a special room in my house designed specifically for meditation and to focus on the spiritual realm. I have a shelf with sacred and spiritual books, rocks that I have collected from places where I have meditated, pictures of spritual masters from the past and present, a waterfall feature, prayer bowl, flowers, bench and pillows. Really anything that assists me in getting in a sacred space.

I have personally found that where my time and money goes, my attention and intention grows. This was one of the reasons I created a meditation room. I have a special keypad that locks the room. When I enter, I have a ritual where I light a candle, plug in the water feature, and pick a name from the prayer bowl. Most times I begin some music to listen to when I meditate. Many times I begin with a prayer of gratitude or a reality statement (I have shared some reality statements that I have written in past posts). I sit with my legs crossed on the bench and my hands open. I close my eyes and breath deeply. Sometimes I focus on a word or a phrase and say it to myself as I breath in and out. Other times I chant the word Ohm. I have audio cd’s that guide me in to mediation other times. There is not right way, just the way one prefers. I usually meditate for 10-20 minutes. I like to do it at the end of my power hour. Once again, each person is different, but personally I end with meditation.

It was just three years ago that I had never meditated. The first time I meditated my basement wasn’t finished and I remebered walking around to make sure everything was OK after about 20 seconds of meditation. I did this about three times, so I really only meditated for a minute. The whole time I wondered if I was doing it right, wondering why I was doing it and ultimately feeling unproductive. Now, after study and practice, I am clear of the importance and benefits of mediation. For me it provides connection and clarity. It promotes my abundance mindset. Ultimately it brings out my Soul Purpose.

In Western culture it is rare for people to meditate. It isn’t something many people are raised with or that is taught to someone in their religious practice. I am excited that we have focused on it during the last two Hour of Power sessions for the Producer Power Hour. It is great to talk with people utilizing the membership and seeing them begin to have great results with meditation. Others are just beginning, but are committed to making it part of their daily life. I wanted to share some of the progression I have had with mediation and congratulate those integrating this practice into thier life. Hopefully if you have not ever meditated you can begin today by just breathing deeply and working to clear your mind and create space.

In the next Curriculum For Wealth on the last Friday of January, I am going to lead a guided meditaiton. You can register at Freedom FastTrack.com. Hope to see you there.

Last week I worked every day. There was much to be done and much of it was fun. I was able to spend some time on a road trip with Steve D’Annunzio, Greg, and Amber. We did the event in St. George (The Soul Purpose Igniter) and it was powerful. There was a great energy in the room because there were just tremendous people.

The second half of my road trip was with Shon Wilson. We went to my hometown of Price, Utah. I was able to show him where some of my friends live and where grew up. We also met up with my grandparents and had some dinner. I am a partner in a hotel in Helper, Utah. Shon and I were investigating options to be more profitable or to liquidate this property.

We were also able to spend time refining and brainstorming on The Accredited Network Elite. This is a program for unique situations and non-conventional opportunitites.

This is a crazy week as well. I won’t be speaking 6 times like last week, but I will doing a symposium this Friday. Join me if you would like as we discuss The Prosperity Paradigm.

October was probably the craziest month I have ever had in business. I apologize for breaking my word on these past few posts. I had the intention to start posting 4-5 times per week again, but obviously I didn’t do that. Sorry. Breaking my word is unacceptable and I sincerely apologize.

There has been much going on. In previous posts and during the last few Wealth Symposiums, I have declared that I would be selling much of my real estate. For the most part, real estate has not been something that supports my Soul Purpose and in many cases it takes me further from my Soul Purpose. Well….I have several properties in partnership and my partner is heading towards bankruptcy. For the first time in my life I consulted an attorney for something that was more reactionary or to deal with difficulty rather than proactively planning. In the wake of any seemingly negative news, comes the good side. This has sped up my declaration to clean up my real estate holdings.

Another example of the bright side, for every decision that I have made that will either result in a loss or at least an inconvience, I made ten great decisions. Without these situations I wouldn’t be able to recognize principles as clearly. It leaves me with the question “if what you knew to be true turned out not to be, when would you want to know about it?” What if not knowing created temporary comfort for you, would you still want to know? I say resoundingly YES. These temporary obstacles give insight to great lessons and even though they are uncomfortable and difficult, they are the catalyst for growth.

Just this last Friday we had our second Quarterly Quantum for Mental FastTrack. The models were powerful and the group is absolutely amazing. The amount of Human Capital that is represented in those events is massive. What I am saying is that the genuis, Soul Purpose, and ingenuity that is represented by such a high calibur group brings about enormous value in the marketplace and for sure in my life.

This week Steve D’Annunzio is in town. He will be doing the Hour of Power on Wednesday. This is a videocast that anyone can attend at 6:30 mst either at 9890 South 300 West Sandy, Utah or live via videocast at ProducerPowerHour.com. It will be powerful for those of you wanted to find your Soul Purpose. Steve will be talking about the Spiritual Track where Soul Purpose already resides, just yet to be uncovered.

This last month the rough draft to The Money Tree was complete, the Quarterly Curriculum for the Producer Power Hour. I will be working on it all day and then Garrett White will join me for the second half of the day (he is a co-author on the book).

In summary, here are a few things that happened last month. The Prosperity Paradigm had a retreat last month, the intro packets for the Mental FastTrack and Soul Purpose FastTrack are nearly complete. The Producer Power Hour was launched. I began as a guest on the Kate Delany show (a nationally syndicated radio program). Hired a new writer. Committed to a literary agent and Killing Sacred Cows was picked up by a publisher. Also had several articles published. The Accredited Network now presents an event that is open to the public and we launched our first one last month successfully. Many obstacles to face, but much more positives to be thankful for. What is your perspective?

On Friday I presented a brand new syposium on The Producer Revoltuion. The new membership is launching on Oct. 3 called the Producer Power Hour. The Producer Power Hour is the way live the Producer Revolution. There are the five tracks of Human Life Value (the qualities and characteristics we possess as human beings) are Financial, Social, Mental, Physical, and Spiritual. Each morning a commitment to develop these tracks is implemented through the Producer Power Hour. We worked together in the symposium to create activities in each track. The Engenuity advisors led mastermind groups to further develop strategies, techniques, and ideas so each person could leave with a full Producer Power Hour. This was very interactive and productive. People left with a system for success.

On another note, I spent 6 hours working in my journal this weekend. I listed the many projects that I have going like: Product Creation, Audio/Video Edits, Foundations Licensing, Company Reporting, Media, Mental FastTrack, Quarterly Quantuums, Book Marketing, Upcoming Books, Event Marketing, Radio, Membership, Personal Assistant Systems, Writing, Economics of Soul Purpose, FFT Licensing, Spiritual FastTrack Retreat, The Accredited Network, Web-sites, Engenuiy, RE Portfolio, 2nd Floor of Building, Accounting, Mission Driven Forum, and Strategic CFO. It was valuable to organize my thoughts and brainstorm. With as many businesses and projects that I have going on, it is critical to identify what is to be accomplished so I can create by who and by when with each item. The more I can simplify what there is to do, the more we can accomplish due to understanding.

One thing I have noticed is that as there is any confusion or feelings of being overwhelmed in my busniess is that it passes to my life. I have an amazing team around me and so I know that the brain makes things always seem worse or more complex than reality. Just by listing everything, brainstorming, and identifying what there is to be done, I feel more confident. Another critical factor is to have deadlines and reporting so I can feel the progress and offer any guidance.

Last week was exciting with a few new articles I wrote being featured in publications. I will be doing some speaking this week in San Diego and also speaking and doing book signing at Southern Utah University. Then, I am sponsoring the Goo Goo Dolls concert on Friday for Southern Utah’s Homecoming. Life is busy, but exciting and fun.

Today I am going to spend the majority of the day working on the syposium for next Friday. The Producer Power Hour activities will fuel the symposium allowing people to create structure, system and measure to discovering their Soul Purpose. Soul Purpose is the highest context of doing the Producer Power Hour.

It is fun to work with big opportuntites. We met with a media company yesterday and talked about being on a talk show and syndicating the radio. These guys are passionate and have significant success in their industry. To implement the mission at Freedom FastTrack, The Accredited Network, and with The Producer Power Hour, media can allow us to impact many more people.

The people that have been affilitated, participated, or even that listen to the radio have had a positive impact in their life. But to have more people know and recognize Soul Purpose is the next step. I am energized to spread the message that people can capitalize potential by doing what they are most passionate about and without the worry about money that blinds so many people to Soul Purpose.

We have new people that have joined our team this week as well. I am talking with someone on Friday, interviewed another person earlier this week in addition. With the speaking opportunties, radio opportunities, and new licensees coming on board, I am excited to continue to employ producer minded people or partner with more people to create systems, reach out to people, and initiate transformation with the powerful message and programs we have.

Opportunity is exciting and energizing when it expands the reach of a mission.

On the 24th I presented a Wealth Symposium titled “The Keys to an Abundant Life” with Darron Miller. It was a great experience as the whole Curriculum for Wealth series always is. One special moment for me during the day was when the first copy of my book (Killing Sacred Cows) was delivered to me in front of the group. I immediately started to smile and then felt a very humbling feeling. At that point I read the Challenge to the Reader found in the beginning of the book outloud to the group. It was relevant to the content and purpose of the symposium that day and was refreshing after a week checkered with challenges.

This was also the first symposium with videocast and webinar participants. This is exciting as it allows us to extend our reach across the world to deliver the message of Soul Purpose and principles.

On another note, immediately after the symposium I picked up my road bike from the shop and headed to Jordanelle to register for my olympic triathelon. This triathelon was actually much more difficult than the sprint version, but I was able to complete it on Saturday. I was very strong on the swim and pretty strong on the bike, but the run was difficult. Fortunately, I was able to use the knowledge learned in all the programs I am involved with to prevail.

This week is exciting as I am working on a system to deliver values based estate planning and a family bank for those that want to leave more than just money behind to their heirs. I am also working on creating a trust company to manage money in the event of death. Jason Byrne and Billy Bush will be meeting with Andrew Howell and I to create a system for effective delivery of these important processes. Jason and Billy run a company called the Business Blueprint and I use their services monthly (at a minimum).

Produce!!

Today we are delivering a symposium. It is called “The Rationale of Living and Unreasonably Abundant Life.” The title is hard to understand at first glance, but I will explain it in some more detail. We create and live in scarcity when we have “reasons”. We become so reasonable or in other words we have stories and excuses of why things are the way they are (especially when they are less than ideal). To be abundant we have to look beyond our reasons in the moment and make powerful choices to create opportunity and live abundantly. Abundance is the natural state, but through reasons we invite the illusion of scarcity.

An example for me this morning was working out. I had plenty of reasons not to work out, but I had to get beyond those reasons to make it to the gym. This has been the same thing in business. I have been told many times that something just isn’t possible- just look at all the reasons it won’t work. By being extraordinary instead of reasonable I have been able to accomplish what many people thought to be impossible at one time. We all have this power or ability, but it takes being abundant and going beyond our simplistic reasons that are fear based.

I love the Curriculum For Wealth series (CFW). This is where we address these issues specifically, identify and teach principles, and associate with other people driven to live prosperous lives. Today the Passon of G2 will be presenting. (That is Garrett White and I, hence the G2). This is a forum to really investigate and discover where we are in scarcity and what to do to achieve and stay in abundance.

I started the day by taking my son over to my parents house so he could spend time with “grumps” his favorite person in the world. I then headed up to Echo reservoir and met my swim coach. It was cutting it a bit close because I left St. George yesterday after the Killing Sacred Cows event just after 8 pm. Fortunately my new assistant Ray was able to drive and allow me to recover on our way home. Actually part of cutting it close was making sure that I had wet suit. I had sent Ray to get me a wet suit earlier in the week, but the vendor wouldn’t sell one because I wasn’t there to try it on. Well…we went on the lunch break of the Curriculum For Wealth and I exchanged my business suit for a wet suit in the changing room and then got back into the business suit and to the event just in time.

The reason I share the side note is that sometimes it just takes doing things out of the ordinary to get something done. It is going beyond reasons. Too often we get so caught up in being reasonable, but all extraordinary things take going beyond our reasons or what I might call being “unreasonable”.

So, I went to Echo, put on my wet suit and completed the swim. There were a few times of scarcity where a thought popped into my mind that went something like “I could really drown,” but I choose not to give those thoughts attention. This open water swimming was a new experience for me. It was a way of facing and diminishing another level of fear with swimming. Really, the trip created some excitement for next Saturday with the actual triathlon.
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Today I am in St. George, Utah presenting “Economic Certainty in Uncertain Times” with Mike Isom. This is the original symposium that was written by Les McGuire, my friend and business partner that died in a plane crash just over a year ago.

I had the opportunity to listen to the original recording of this presentation. It was great to hear Les’ voice and was amazing how two and a half years ago we began the CFW series. In the morning we will be discussing the foundational conversation of the two determinate paradigms. This is critical to understand before any strategy is mentioned because no amount of saving, discipline, luck, return or money will make any difference if someone is not in the Producer Paradigm.

As we go throughout the afternoon there is some crowd involvement to show the importance of free enterprise and exchange. We then dispel many of the myths that communistic financial planning promotes.

I always enjoy these events. Each one is different, but we consistently have amazing crowd interaction and participation. We have had people attend every symposium even though they make a seven figure income. It is almost like mental weightlifting–the more you do it and the more consistently you do it, the more powerful you become.

After the symposium we are then doing a Killing Sacred Cows book launch here in St. George. It is the same format as last week in Salt Lake: 100 dollars, five books, and a roundtable-type discussion with the authors. We will also give out a DVD that is a preview to the concepts in the book.

Well…..I was in a hotel, but did get my Producer Power Hour in today. I sent out some cards as part of my Social aspect. I read from “Getting in the Gap” by Dr. Wayne Dyer and meditated for both spiritual and mental. Today is my one day out of the week where I rest for physical–which I did with a great night’s sleep.

Once again, I look forward to today’s symposium and the unique experience each symposium brings. There are still two more symposiums being written to finish the series of 12. The two being written are “The Freedom FastTrack” (this is not the actual process, but it examines each pillar of Human Life Value in detail, plus we use a continuum to create specific ways to engage and increase each area of Human Life Value) and “The Producer Power Hour”. That means that we have already written and presented ten different symposiums. These happen monthly and will be video cast starting with the next symposium on July 27th called “The Rationale of Living an Unreasonably Abundant Life”!

Enjoy your day, and produce.