The Power of Dedicated Practice

I love the movie The Karate Kid, the original with Ralph Macchio and Mr. Miyagi. And what I learned at that age was dedicated practice. If you go, it's not when you're in the pool with Dick Schulberg, making you do laps at five in the morning on a Tuesday for school. No, it's the above and beyond. It's on your own time when you are investing in that. And it's almost like when you go to the gym and none of your friends want to go. That's just how it goes, man. You sometimes have to roll solo and get up in the morning and run and exercise. And so by default, I was the only one still doing something. And I still had a work-life balance. I could hang with my friends and have fun. But I found the time to continue this Spanish. And then when I was in high school, I got this recommendation letter from my dedicated Spanish teacher that offset my terrible grades to get me into college. Thank you. And so these were hints along the way. These were exceptionally positive checkpoints. GrowthReady Podcast with Coach Steve Mellor Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth with Richard Blank Welcome to GrowthReady! Unlock Optimal Performance by Developing your Mindset. At GrowthReady ,we partner with executives and organizations committed to achieving transformative growth. About the Episode 237: In this episode of the Growth Ready podcast, Richard Blank shares his inspiring journey from a Spanish major to the CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for growth, overcoming fear, and the value of self-respect. Richard discusses his experiences in building a business, navigating challenges, and the significance of mentorship. He also highlights the joy of pursuing personal passions, such as his love for pinball machines, and how they contribute to a fulfilling life. The conversation concludes with insights on maintaining composure in chaos and the journey of growth and fulfillment. Takeaways: -Being growth ready means being fully prepared. -Fear can be a motivator if managed correctly. -Self-respect is crucial for personal growth. -Opportunities often come disguised as challenges. -Building a business requires patience and perseverance. -Passion fuels success in business endeavors. -Mentorship plays a vital role in personal development. -Maintaining composure during chaos is essential. -Self-awareness helps in making informed decisions. -Fulfillment comes from pursuing what you love. https://youtu.be/hlHDq2IASMY https://youtu.be/WhttSFt1p4c https://youtu.be/qDHh6Ags76U https://youtu.be/Y_N5RvT7IJk https://youtu.be/2VvNuzOwdFs https://youtu.be/NAK2aAzprJQ https://youtu.be/r-wLzfby8qg Hired bassist Garry Gary Beers of INXS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieGjN5H4xPQ GrowthReady , Steve Mellor, Richard Blank, Costa Rica's Call Center, Outsourcing, Telemarketing Call Centre, BPO, Nearshore Contact Center, Sales, Entrepreneur, B2B, Business, Podcast, Gamification,Leadership, Marketing, CX, Guest, Money, B2C education, BPO trainer,call centre, contact centre, contact center,trend, trending