Episodes

Sept. 1, 2021

Milestones (STYBY 275)

Yes, we reached another milestone. We’re going to use this point to offer up another reminder to celebrate your milestones. And to remember that every day you are given is an opportunity to celebrate.
Aug. 29, 2021

Second Monitors Are With The Expense (STYBY 279)

Accessories that help you get things done are worth the trouble of set up and expense.
Aug. 25, 2021

Progress Works Like Pipelines (STYBY 274)

Pipelines (real pipes or series of processed) are the lifeblood of production. But a pipeline cannot be laid without work and planning. They need time to connect Point A to Point B, and then make the shipments work.
Aug. 18, 2021

We Are All Susceptible To 'Cults Of Personality (STYBY 273)

Never put your full faith in any man or woman. All humans are fallible, and anyone can fail you in a time of need.
Aug. 11, 2021

Bored People Are Boring (STYBY 272)

I describe myself as ‘boring on purpose,’ to deter people with drama who think they are overly exciting from attaching me to their personal drama. But truly bored people, people with no direction, are truly boring.
Aug. 4, 2021

A Question To Make Better Small Talk (STYBY 271)

When you ask people, “What’s your favorite…?” they then to stumble to come up with the right answer. Instead, ask them what they are currently enjoying most. They will almost always have one and be able to talk about it.
July 28, 2021

Distance Makes The Heart Grow Fonder, But May Kill The Relationship (STYBY 270)

Distance can make the heart grow fonder. But it is always a major stressor in maintaining a basic relationship. Know which of your relationships can withstand not staying in proximity and which cannot.
July 21, 2021

Create A Moment Of Meditation By Just Pausing For A Moment (STYBY 269)

Meditation is harder than it should be. Taking easier steps to motivation, like just taking a moment to pause your life, helps.
July 14, 2021

Would They Show Up To Your Funeral? (STYBY 268)

A new statistic states that for a regular person, about a third of the people they know would show up for their funeral, and you can cut that number in half if it’s raining that day. If you find yourself giving too much to a person you would bet money...
July 7, 2021

It Takes Action To Make Anything (STYBY 267)

Lights, camera, wait, what comes next? If there is nothing going on then there is nothing to worry or care about. Action is the key to life.
June 30, 2021

You Have To Pull For Somebody (STYBY 266)

Life doesn’t work out well for people who try to live their lives sitting on the fence.
June 23, 2021

That Sermon Was For You (STYBY 265)

Every piece of wisdom you acquire may not seem apply to you in the moment. It’s not about the moment. It’s about having the a few extra messages in your back pocket for those times when you do need it.
June 16, 2021

Be Twice As Effective As You Were This Time Last Year (STYBY 264)

You don’t have to look back a full year, but take a time frame from the past and work to double your productivity now.
June 9, 2021

Do Not Wait For Anybody To Notice You (STYBY 263)

You are an amazing person with a combination of skills and talents that no one can duplicate, and many in your orbit can not live without. Don’t wait until your work gets noticed for you to get recognition. Do amazing things immediately and get...
June 2, 2021

Have A Plan B So Good Nobody Realizes It Wasn't Plan A (STYBY 262)

Everyone knows the wisdom of having backup plans. Few people put in the work to craft and develop backup plans on par with the main plan.
May 26, 2021

Be On Time, Every Time (STYBY 261)

You should work hard to be punctual with all your scheduled events. Even if your peers never are. That is true professionalism.
May 19, 2021

Never Under-Sell Yourself (STYBY 260)

You are extremely gifted, even if you feel overpowered by the accomplishments and gifts presented by others. Never discount your own abilities.
May 12, 2021

Get Really, Really Good At Something (STYBY 259)

Looking for a way to stand out? Become a master at some skill, and show the skill to the world.
May 5, 2021

Go Ahead And Call It Karma (STYBY 258)

Viciousness you excuse in yourself, friends, or teammates will one day return to you, and then you won’t have an excuse.
April 28, 2021

When It Comes To Values, Talk Is Extremely Cheap (STYBY 257)

People who are extremely vocal about their values, goals, rules, and lifestyle have to be consistent with their actions. If the two contradict each other, pay attention!
April 21, 2021

Bad Things Happen Dramatically, Good Things Happen Gradually (STYBY 256)

Make sure to keep track of the good things that occur, as slow as they may seem to unfold, to avoid being attached to a dismal (and inaccurate) view of the world.
April 14, 2021

Push Yourself To Be More Extroverted (Even If You Are Already Extroverted) (STYBY 255)

There is evidence that introverts and extroverts both benefit from being pushed to be more extroverted.
April 7, 2021

Throw Out Your Bad Scissors (STYBY 254)

If an item that you use regularly is giving you frustrations and can be easily replaced. Stop complaining about the frustrations. Replace the item.
March 31, 2021

To Cement Your Place In History, Strike First (STYBY 253)

History remembers the inventors and business people who got their wares to market first, whether they were ultimately successful or not. Getting your creation out into the world is more important than getting it perfect.