Accelerating Excellence with Del Gilbert

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 123: 20 Choices to Make You Better at Life

"Your life today is the result of all of the choices you've made in the past. When you make new choices, you create a new future." - Brian Tracy You possess the power of choice.  Your destiny is made up of daily decisions. You are free to choose your path and take control of your future. The decisions you make every day impact the quality of your life. Your decisions today will follow you into tomorrow. In this podcast episode, I share 20 Choices That Will Make You Better at Life...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 122: How to Effectively Manage Change

"Change is inevitable, except from the vending machine." - Steven Wright A key skill in the marketplace today is adaptability. For organizations to thrive, they need to adapt to constantly changing conditions. If you resist an inevitable change, you'll become frustrated, stall your career, and hinder organizational progress. You can't drive or thrive through life looking in the rearview mirror. In this episode, I share practical tips to make change work for, not against, you.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 121: 7 Ways to Dominate Your Day

Accelerating Excellence-Episode120: 10 Ways to Play Offense in Life (Part 2)

In sports, you can either play not to lose, or play to win. In life, you can either let things happen or make things happen. Play offense, play to win. Don’t think survive, think thrive. Think big. Live life full out. In this podcast episode, I share ways to be proactive and play to win in life.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode119: 10 Ways to Play Offense in Life

In sports, you can either play not to lose, or play to win. In life, you can either let things happen or make things happen. Play offense, play to win. Don’t think survive, think thrive. Think big. Live life full out. In this podcast episode, I share ways to be proactive and play to win in life.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode118: 7 Life Principles to Live By

I've been thinking about how life works and am fascinated by the 'laws of life'.  For example, take the life principle Consistency Beats Intensity.  Which leads to better results? Exercising moderately 30 minutes a day or intensely for several hours on a Saturday. Practicing piano 20 minutes a day or an hour every Sunday. Reviewing your study notes a little each day or ignoring your notes and then cramming for the test the night before. In this month's podcast episode, I share 7 ...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 117: The Importance of Personal Replenishment

Just like the battery on a smartphone, all day long you are expending energy. At the end of the day, your energy is near depletion. And just like the battery on a smartphone, you need to take time to recharge, refuel, and replenish. High performers know the importance of energy management. You want to be in a position to encourage, inspire, and energize others. You can't give away something you don't have. And if you aren't enjoying life, others won't enjoy you! In this podcast epis...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode116: 5 Ways to Increase Your Likeability

Here's a powerful combination: be very good at what you do and be easy to work with. There is a saying in Human Resources circles; People are hired for their technical competence and fired for their interpersonal incompetence. We want to do business with others we know and like. In this episode, I share 5 Ways To Increase Your Likeability. When you do, you'll experience more professional and personal success.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode115: 7 Life Lessons Learned From Building a Business

The ride from being laid off to building a successful business has been filled with ups and downs, highs and lows. And I wouldn't trade it for anything. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I've grown as a person and have learned many life principles along the way. In this episode, I share with you 7 life lessons I have learned while building my business. You can apply these lessons to any area of your personal and professional life.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode114: The Powerful Combination of Hard and Soft Skills

If you develop mastery in your field of expertise and combine that knowledge with great relational skills, you'll be the whole package. In this episode, I share with you three ways to develop mastery in your profession and three ways to increase your relational intelligence. I am confident you will find this episode practical and inspiring.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 113: Make Yourself Valuable!

There are two parts to high-performance in the marketplace: job expertise and positive behaviors. In this episode I detail 7 Positive Behaviors, when added to your expertise, will make you uniquely valuable. Job competence and positive behaviors is the dynamic duo!

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 112: 5 Ways to Become E.L.I.T.E.

In this podcast episode, I share with you some practical ways to set yourself apart from the crowd. Becoming E.L.I.T.E. means living at a higher level. It's creating higher standards and expectations of yourself. Give this podcast a listen and start sculpting yourself into a stronger, more capable person. Excellence is more fun than mediocrity. Normal is overrated.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 111: 12 Ways to Increase Your Happiness (Part 2)

In this podcast episode, I conclude the 2-part series on 12 Ways to Increase Your Happiness. We all have responsibilities, make mistakes, and experience setbacks. Even so, life is meant to be enjoyed and lived to the fullest. This podcast episode will focus on moving toward fulfillment and general well-being. 

Accelerating Excellence - Episode 110: 12 Ways to Increase Your Happiness (Part 1)

When we think of happiness, we think of something temporary. In this podcast episode, what I mean by happiness is something deeper. Something stronger. It’s a happiness that is longer lasting. What I am talking about is not a momentary mood but rather overall life satisfaction, fulfillment, and well-being. 

Accelerating Excellence-Episode109: 7 Ways to Package and Deliver a Dynamic Presentation

Most presentations are uninteresting, hard to follow, or are a big data dump. In this episode, I share key insights to help you stand out from the crowd when you deliver your next presentation. You will learn how to structure your presentation so you are easy to follow, easy to understand, and hard to forget.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode #108: From Overwhelmed to Overflowing

In this episode, I deliver a keynote address that I regularly deliver at conferences, From Overwhelmed to Overflowing: 3 Ways to Make Your Life Better and Make You Better at Life. I will share with you healthy ways to view yourself, others, and outside events that affect your life. I think you'll find the podcast practical and inspiring.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode #107: 7 Ways to Have a Strong Day

Look at any part of your life in which you are consistently effective and you will find that certain habits help make that possible. In this podcast episode I share with you 7 daily practices that will help you live with purpose and enjoyment.  It's not about how high you jump, but how straight you walk. Consistency beats intensity any day of the week.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode #106: 7 Ways to Build a Healthy Self-Confidence

Most people deal with a lack of confidence, not over-confidence. But lack of confidence hinders: - your ability to perform at your best - your willingness to try new things - your ability to bounce back strong from difficulties In this content-packed, 20-minute episode, I share with you 7 practical ways you can build a healthy self-confidence. Competence AND Confidence are the key ingredients to peak performance.

Accelerating Excellence, Episode #105: 3 Powerful Ideas for Taking Action

Planning and knowledge don't mean a thing if you don't execute. Action is everything.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 104: 5 Powerful Ideas on Managing Poor Performance

Many managers today tolerate poor behaviors and attitudes because of the tight job market. But this hurts the organization's culture and discourages high performers.  In this episode, I share why you should step into difficult conversations and address problem behaviors and attitudes.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode103: 3 Powerful Ways to Become a Person of Influence

You have to make a decision; Do you want to impress others or impact others? True happiness and fulfillment come from making a positive difference in the lives of others. In this podcast episode, I share 3 practical ways you can become a person of influence. Other people need you to step up big.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 102: 3 Powerful Ideas on Planning Your Day

The good thing about life is that it comes at us one day at a time. Do your best to live in day-tight compartments. Focus on living each day well. In this episode, I share with you 3 simple ways to set yourself up for success every day. 

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 101: 3 Powerful Reasons to Set Goals

We work best and are happiest when we are on a mission. When we are working toward something important to us. There is joy in the journey. There is fulfillment in living with intent and purpose. In this podcast episode, I share 3 Powerful Reasons to Set Goals. No one achieved greatness by wandering around. 

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 100: 3 Powerful Ideas for Overcoming Procrastination

To procrastinate simply means to not do something that you know in your heart should be done.   Procrastination causes undue stress, hinders our potential, and negatively affects self-belief. What separates high-achievers from everyone else is that high-achievers don't wait until they feel like doing something. They get in motion. In this 100th episode, I share three powerful strategies to overcome procrastination and become a person of action.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 99: 3 Powerful Ideas for Simplifying Your Life

According to the dictionary, the word simplify means: to make plainer, clearer to make easier to use to make less complex or complicated A few years ago, Apple was worth more than any company in the world. And you could fit all of their products on a normal-sized table. In this episode, I share three ways you can get lean and mean in several areas of your life.

Accelerating Excellence, Episode 98: 10 Best Practices in Communication

Communication is life's most important skill. If you become a great communicator, you can rapidly improve every area of your life. Clear communication enhances your influence, your marketability, and your relationships. In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to become a clear, confident, and compelling communicator. Key Points 1. Be Clear 2. Be a Simplifier 3. State Your Purpose Up Front 4. Layout the Agenda 5. Speak in the Positive 6. Use the Rule of 3 7. Use Stories, Analogies, and Quot...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 97: 10 Best Practices in Teambuilding

Many businesses experience internal competition, department silos, and internal conflict. Don't compete against yourself!  Learn how to get everyone on your team pulling in the same direction. Then you will be able to achieve great work, meet challenging goals, and provide a positive environment. In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to build a mutually-supportive, high-performing team. Key Points 1. Promote the Abundance Mindset 2. Create a Compelling Vision 3. Build Trust 4. Make Diffe...

Accelerating Excellence: Episode #96-10 Best Practices in Conflict Management

Conflict is a fact of life. Anywhere there are people, there will be conflict. The key question is, 'How do you handle conflict?'. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 ways to work through conflict constructively and be a peacemaker. Key Points  1. Think win/win. 2. Respond rather than react. 3. Give others the benefit of the doubt. 4. Seek first to understand. 5. Speak the truth in love. 6. Never have a public feud. 7. Always take the high road. 8. Decide to be unoffen...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 95: 10 Best Practices in Relational Intelligence

Strong interpersonal skills help to build healthy personal relationships. And because every business is a relationship business, solid relational skills lead to professional success. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 simple ways to be 'People Smart'.  Key Points  Adopt the abundance mindset. Make a great 1st impression Remember and Use Names Be Others-Oriented Build Rapport Be a Good Listener Build Others Up Adapt to Other Personality Styles Keep a List of Key Relatio...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 95: 10 Best Practices in Relational Intelligence

Strong interpersonal skills help to build healthy personal relationships. And because every business is a relationship business, solid relational skills lead to professional success. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 simple ways to be 'People Smart'.  Key Points  Adopt the abundance mindset. Make a great 1st impression Remember and Use Names Be Others-Oriented Build Rapport Be a Good Listener Build Others Up Adapt to Other Personality Styles Keep a List of Key Relatio...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 94: 10 Best Practices in Interviewing and Hiring

In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple interviewing and hiring practices that will allow to hire smart to get the right people on the bus. Key Points  1. Hire for attitude, train for skills. 2. Consider chemistry 3. Ask Behavioral Based Questions 4. Ask the Candidates the Same Questions 5. Follow the 80/20 rule 6. Get Others Involved 7. Check the Candidate’s social media 8. Use Your Intuition at the End of the Process 9. Think Out of the Box 10. Make Your Default ‘No’   ...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode93: 10 Best Practices in Customer Service

Your company can deliver exceptional service, even in this challenging environment.  In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple service excellence practices that will allow everyone in your company to focus on the reason your organization exists; to serve the customer. To download the 10 Best Practices in Customer Service resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode 92: 10 Best Practices to Enhance Your Productivity

Many people are distracted and diffused. In order to be effective and achieve great work, you must be intentional, focused, and disciplined. In this podcast episode, I share 10 practices that will enable you to work with greater effectiveness, execute on your highest priorities, and deliver superior results.  To download the 10 Best Practices to Enhance  Your Productivity resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode 91: 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation

Giving a presentation should not be something to dread or to get through. Look at it in a positive and confident way. It’s your opportunity to make the world a little better place. With these 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation, you will be better able to influence, engage, and inspire others. To download the 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation  resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode #90: How to Resolve a Conflict with Another Person

Working through a conflict effectively with another person takes planning, skill, and the right attitude.  In this episode, I share with you a simple and practical model to help you navigate conflict successfully. It's much more rewarding to resolve a conflict than to dissolve a relationship. To download the How to Resolve a Conflict with Another Person  resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 89: 3 Ways to Overcome Fear

If you don't go out on a limb, you'll never get the fruit. And if you are afraid of criticism, you'll never make a difference. In this jam-packed podcast, I share 3 practical ways you can overcome your fears and open up a world of possibilities and potential. To download the 3 Ways to Overcome Fear  resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 88: The Power of Right Thinking

Right thinking leads to right actions which lead to right results. Your thoughts either hurt you or help you. They either become a source of your limitation or your liberation. In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I share how you can change your mind so you can change your life. To download the The Power of Right Thinking  resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode 87: 10 ways to Make Each Day a Masterpiece

Every day is a gift and a unique opportunity to thrive.  It’s easy to get overwhelmed thinking about all the days in the future and all we have to do. But all you have to do is live this day well. Think of living life in day-tight compartments. In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I give you 10 practical ways you can make the most of each day. To download the 10 Ways to Make Each Day a Masterpiece  resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode #86: How to Create a Winning Work Culture

There are two parts to job success: job competency and winning behaviors. A great way to intentionally build a winning work culture is to create crystal clear behavioral expectations. In this episode, I walk you through the process of creating high behavioral standards for all team members. People live up or down to expectations. Design high workplace standards and give every team member something to live up to! To download the How to Create a Winning Work Culture  resource guide, C...

Accelerating Excellence-Episode85: 7 Ways to Unleash Your Potential

Many people act like their purpose in life is to arrive safely at death. But you are put on earth for a reason. In this podcast episode, I will share with you how you can live a happy and exciting life by fulfilling your purpose and maximizing your potential. To download the 7 Ways to Unleash Your Potential resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence, Episode 84: 11 Ways to Lice a Strong Life, Part 2

Inner strength is very different from outward success. In this podcast episode, I provide the final 5 practices that will enable you to live a life of flourishing. To download the 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life, Part 2 resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 83: 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life (part 1)

Inner strength is very different from outward success. In this podcast episode, I provide 6 specific practices (the other 5 will be described in Part 2) that will enable you to live a life of flourishing. To download the 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 82: 3 Ways to Be a Clear Communicator

Clear communicators provide information in an easy-to-understand, engaging way. In this podcast episode, I provide 3 practical ways to transform your communication so that your message gets through to your audience intellectually and emotionally. To download the 3 Ways to Be a Clear Communicator resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence - Episode 81: 7 Best Practices for Effective Meetings

Meetings go a long way in helping your team work in a coordinated way. However, meetings get a bad rap. Because many meetings are run poorly. In this episode, I share 7 best practices to help your meetings tap the brainpower of all involved, build a sense of belonging, and deliver results.  To download the 7 Best Practices for Effective Meetings resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 80: 10 Skills That Lead to Career Success

Job knowledge, experience, and expertise will get you in the game. In this episode, I share 5 Character Skills and 5 Interpersonal Skills that will enable you to win the game.   To download the 10 Skills That Lead to Career Success resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode79: 7 Ways to Overcome Perfectionism

Make the move from being a perfectionist to being a producer. Aim for Prolific Quality Output. This 17-minute episode is jam-packed with practical ideas to help you become a finisher. To download the 7 Ways to Overcome Perfectionism resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 78: How to Effectively Handle Interruptions

In order to be effective and produce great work, you need a plan to deal effectively with interruptions.  In this episode, I provide 6 questions you can quickly ask yourself when an interruption or incoming task occurs. To download the How to Effectively Handle Interruptions resource guide, CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 77: 3 Keys to Making Good Choices

You change your life for the better when you make better choices.  In this episode, I give you a simple formula and provide 3 practical keys to help you think through and make good choices.  To download the 3 Keys to Making Good Choices resource guide,CLICK HERE.

Accelerating Excellence-Episode 76: The Power of Positive Feedback

One of the easiest and best things you can do for another person is give them positive feedback. Giving positive feedback takes so little time and effort on our part but can be a life-changer for the receiver. Use your words as a force for good. Build others up! In this episode, I share 5 reasons to give positive feedback, 3 types of feedback, and 3 ways to deliver feedback.  To download The Powers of Positive Feedback Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.  

Accelerating Excellence, Episode 75: 7 Dangers of Digital Distraction: and How to Overcome Them

Research shows that the average person spends 144 minutes a day on social media. And the average person checks their phone around 300 times a day. Many people are literally scrolling their lives away. In this episode, I share 7 specific dangers of Digital Distraction and 7 ways to gain control over this common issue. To download the 7 Dangers of Digital Distraction Resource Guide, CLICK HERE.